Mauao update event: Hungahungatoroa Marae

Where: Hungahungatoroa Marae, 24 Hungahungatoroa Road, Matapihi

When: Thursday 26 November

Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

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On 22 January 2026 severe weather caused widespread damage across our city and region, including multiple landslides and damage to infrastructure. Mauao, our city's treasured maunga (mountain), was particularly affected. Forty-two landslides occurred, and, tragically, a large landslide above Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park claimed the lives of six people. Both Mauao and the Mauao Recreation Reserve, at the base of Mauao, suffered significant damage.

Join the Recovery Office team for an update on the recovery programme at Mauao. This event will include a presentation followed by a Q&A session. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the work underway, including how we are working towards the safe reopening of Mauao.

Everyone is welcome. This is a community event, and we encourage anyone who is interested to come along and take part. The event is open and informal, and no prior knowledge of marae tikanga or protocols is required. We simply ask that you arrive on time so you can hear the presentation before the Q&A session later in the evening.

Please remember to remove your shoes before entering the wharenui. We also ask that visitors respect the smoke and vape-free environment. To help care for this shared space, please enjoy any food and drinks outside the wharenui, while water may be brought inside.

In addition to an update on the recovery programme, you will hear more about an opportunity to explore future options for the surrounding area, known as the Mauao Precinct. This includes the hot pools and holiday park area, as well as the Pilot Bay boat ramp. 

Find out more about shaping the future of the Mauao Precinct.