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$84 million upgrade planned for Tauranga’s waterfront

Plans for an $84 million rejuvenation of Tauranga’s waterfront described as a “hallelujah moment” have been approved. At a recent...
Massive funding boost for Waikato research

Massive funding boost for Waikato research

From incorporating mātauranga Māori into marine restoration to Xeno Nucleic Acids that could have impacts on cancer research and rock...
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New process considered for extensive urban development in Tauranga

In response to the significant housing need in Tauranga and a request by Tauranga City Council, the Government’s urban development...
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Acorn Foundation announces more than $3M in donations for 2022

Acorn's incredible donors have allowed this region's local community foundation to distribute morethan $3M to 213 charitable organisations and scholarship...
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Tauranga education delegation to travel to South Korea for first time since 2020

The arrival in Tauranga of about 100 international students from Korea between October and January is expected to boost the...
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Young Innovators paving the way for the future of work

Young innovators across the Bay of Plenty have come together this week to share their creative ideas, solve problems, experience...
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Zespri AIMS Games: why local business should embrace the games

After a two-year hiatus, over 20,000 visitors are expected in Tauranga this week for the Zespri AIMS Games. Supported by...
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Fostering future talent – Priority One’s Instep Programme

We're looking for young (aged 18-24) Western Bay locals for an exciting INSTEP project coming up in 2023!Click here to...
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WOODS Agency nominated for 8 Best Design Awards

Young Innovator Awards brand partner, WOODS Agency, has an unprecedented eight finalists at the prestigious Best Design Awards 2022. WOODS...
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The countdown is on for STEMFest 2022

Rockets, robots and sharks are preparing to take over Tauranga’s CBD as the world’s largest STEM street festival comes to...
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Capacity challenges prevent stronger regional economic growth

Priority One Economic Outlook | An interview with Nigel and Brad Following on from the recent publication of the Infometrics...
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The future’s bright for Tauranga’s city centre

The future’s looking bright for Tauranga’s city centre - with a transformative vision for the heart of New Zealand’s fastest...