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Takiwā o Arataki

Arataki neighbourhood

Arataki is home to over 17,000 people and includes Arataki, Te Maunga, Mangatawa, Palm Beach and Kairua.

It forms part of the coastal strip and sits between the Mauao/Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa wards.

We’re investing in the future of Arataki, focusing on improving roads, enhancing public spaces, and creating safer, more connected neighbourhoods.

In the future, key projects and improvements to local reserves will offer better transport links and improved recreational facilities. These developments are vital as Arataki continues to serve as a key access route for both commuters and the broader community and provides convenient access to nearby recreational facilities, including Baywave and Baypark.

Projects happening in Arataki

New Opal Drive Pump Station


We’re upgrading the capacity of Pāpāmoa East’s wastewater system and building new pipelines and pump stations for future growth.

Last updated:
Nov 12, 2025

Mansels Reserve Wastewater Renewal


We are renewing the wastewater pipeline at Mansels Stormwater Reserve in Merivale.

Last updated:
Nov 6, 2025

Delivering water services through future partnerships


Council is progressing plans to deliver water services under a multi-council Water Organisation with Western Bay of Plenty District Council.

Last updated:
Oct 15, 2025

Tauranga city water supply resource reconsents


Ensuring access to a secure and safe supply of water for our city is a priority for Council.

Last updated:
Oct 13, 2025

Johnson Reserve Renewal Works


The main walking track within the reserve is closed until late 2025 for wastewater renewals.

Last updated:
Sep 23, 2025

Ōropi Grove Mountain Bike Park Works


The park is fully closed until late 2025 for tree harvesting and track renewals.

Last updated:
Jul 7, 2025

Strengthening wastewater services in Pāpāmoa East


We're upgrading the wastewater infrastructure in Pāpāmoa East to make sure our underground pipes and pump stations are fit for the area's future growth.

Last updated:
Jun 23, 2025

Who's representing Arataki?

Mikaere Sydney

Rick Curach
Arataki Ward Councillor
027 266 3944
rick.curach@tauranga.govt.nz

Mahé Drysdale

Mahé Drysdale
Mayor of Tauranga
Learn more about the Mayor
07 577 7000
mahe.drysdale@tauranga.govt.nz

Cr Hēmi Rolleston

Hēmi Rolleston
Te Awanui Ward Councillor
027 310 1328
hemi.rolleston@tauranga.govt.nz

View Arataki projects by location

Mount Skate Park

Destination skatepark

In collaboration with members from our local skate community, we’ve designed an exciting new destination skatepark in Mount Maunganui.

Destination skatepark

What's happening city-wide?

These projects affect the entire city, including Arataki. 

Street use and public places bylaw review


We’re reviewing the Street Use and Public Places Bylaw 2018. This bylaw sets the rules for using public places.

Last updated:
Nov 13, 2025

Dog Management Policy and Bylaw, and Keeping of Animals Bylaw review


We are reviewing our Dog Management Policy and Bylaw, and Keeping of Animals Bylaw to check these are working as intended.

Last updated:
Oct 31, 2025

Tauranga city water supply resource reconsents


Ensuring access to a secure and safe supply of water for our city is a priority for Council.

Last updated:
Oct 13, 2025

Safer speeds


Speed limits outside Tauranga schools will drop to 30km/h during drop off and pick up times from early-mid 2025 to make it safer for students.

Last updated:
Sep 11, 2025

Review of the Use of Council Land Policy 2022


We are reviewing the Use of Council Land Policy to ensure it is fit for purpose.

Last updated:
Sep 4, 2025

Other ways to get involved

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