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Takiwā o Pāpāmoa

Pāpāmoa neighbourhood

This ward is home to over 21,000 people and includes Pāpāmoa, Golden Sands, Wairakei and Te Tumu.

We are enhancing the many great parks and reserves and making it safer to enjoy the coastal strip by bike, or on foot. It’s a fast-growing community, so we are also building infrastructure that facilitates the growth while taking care of those who already call Pāpāmoa home. 

There is a lot to love about Pāpāmoa and its natural environment. We are focused on caring for these aspects and also providing the amenities residents need to make the most of the neighbourhood for years to come.  

Projects happening in Pāpāmoa

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:
Apr 29, 2025

Bike parking


Providing safe and secure bike parking is one of the ways we can encourage more people to cycle in the city.

Last updated:
Mar 26, 2025

New community: Te Tumu


Te Tumu provides an opportunity to support landowner aspirations and the future growth of the city.

Last updated:
Feb 21, 2025

Wairākei landscape plan


We are implementing a landscape plan for the 15km long Te Ara o Wairākei Stream reserve corridor, stretching from Pacific View Road to the Te Tumu boundary.

Last updated:
Feb 18, 2025

Wastewater system inspection work


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

Last updated:
Jan 28, 2025

Pāpāmoa reserves upgrades


We live in a wonderful part of New Zealand and in Pāpāmoa there are many great parks and reserves enjoyed by the community.

Last updated:
Jan 15, 2025

Tauranga local neighbourhood playground upgrades


Tauranga is home to more than 100 playgrounds, many of which need to be renewed in the next decade.

Last updated:
Jan 9, 2025

Gordon Spratt Reserve improvements


With the ever-expanding population in Pāpāmoa, we’re continuing to add and upgrade amenities and environments for everyone to enjoy.

Last updated:
Dec 20, 2024

Pāpāmoa Shared Pathway


A new shared pathway along the Pāpāmoa Coastal Reserve to make walking and cycling safer is ready to be enjoyed by all.

Last updated:
Dec 20, 2024

Improving links between Pāpāmoa and the Mount


Intersection changes around Maranui Street, Girven Road and Oceanbeach Road are improving travel between Pāpāmoa and the Mount and increasing safety for pedestrians. 

Last updated:
Dec 11, 2024

The Pāpāmoa East Interchange


Construction of a new interchange over the Tauranga Eastern Link will see Pāpāmoa East connected to the motorway and enable further development of the area.

Last updated:
Sep 30, 2024

Who's representing Pāpāmoa?

Steve Morris

Steve Morris
Pāpāmoa Ward Councillor
021 090 01817
steve.morris@tauranga.govt.nz

Mahé Drysdale

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

Latest news for Pāpāmoa

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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 Pāpāmoa. 

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:
Apr 28, 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:
Apr 28, 2025

Draft Alcohol Licensing Fees Bylaw


We are proposing a bylaw to set our own alcohol licensing fees. This means we would have the option to change how alcohol licensing is funded in Tauranga.

Last updated:
Apr 10, 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:
Feb 25, 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

What's happening in the future?

These projects have been listed for future work in Pāpāmoa.

Project Details Estimated start date
Pāpāmoa College pedestrian crossings The aim of this project is to create a safer environment for pedestrians and school kids, by implementing two new dual crossings along Doncaster Drive. March, 2025

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