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Takiwā o Mātua-Ōtūmoetai

Matua-Ōtūmoetai Neighbourhood

This ward is home to over 18,500 people and includes Matua, Ōtūmoetai, Bellevue and Brookfield.

The peninsula is bounded by the Waikareao Estuary, including Motupae Island, Te Awanui (Tauranga Harbour) and Matua Saltmarsh. 

The name Ōtūmoetai translates to the place where the tide stands still as if asleep.

This popular area is well placed to support growth because its central location, proximity to the water, green spaces, and commercial/retail centres make it a great place to live. It already has much of the necessary infrastructure in place, including schools and transport links and has beautiful parks. 

Projects happening in Matua-Ōtūmoetai

Community Emergency Hubs pilot


We’re establishing Hubs where you can pitch in to help your neighbours in an emergency.

Last updated:
Feb 27, 2025

Wastewater system inspection work


We will be inspecting parts of our wastewater network across the city during February-March 2025.

Last updated:
Jan 28, 2025

Ōtūmoetai/Matua coastal pathway (Beach Road) upgrades


The section of the coastal pathway (Beach Road) will be open to the public from Wednesday, 18 December 2024.

Last updated:
Dec 9, 2024

Who's representing Matua-Ōtūmoetai?

Glen Crowther

Glen Crowther
Matua-Ōtūmoetai Ward Councillor
027 329 7959
glen.crowther@tauranga.govt.nz

Mahé Drysdale

Mahé Drysdale
Mayor of Tauranga
07 577 7000
mahe.drysdale@tauranga.govt.nz

Latest news for Matua-Ōtūmoetai

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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 Matua and Ōtūmoetai. 

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:
Feb 25, 2025

Consultation with Tangata Whenua on Resource Consent Application Policy


Council’s ‘Consultation with Tangata Whenua on Resource Consent Applications Policy 2006’ requires updating to ensure that it’s fit for purpose.

Last updated:
Feb 11, 2025

Annual Plan 2025-2026


Help us find the right balance to keep moving our city forward for future generations, while keeping it fair and as affordable as possible today.

Last updated:
Feb 10, 2025

Dangerous, Affected and Insanitary Buildings Policy


Council’s Dangerous Affected and Insanitary Buildings Policy helps protect the community against the risks unsafe buildings can pose – we’re making some changes.

Last updated:
Feb 10, 2025

Local Water Done Well


The policy direction paves the way for services and assets to stay in councils' ownership and control, while operating under a new service delivery model. 

Last updated:
Jan 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:
Sep 13, 2024

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