A Council-controlled organisation (CCO) is an organisation in which the council controls 50% or more of the votes or has the right to appoint 50% or more of the directors or trustees.
Council and its CCOs work in partnership to successfully deliver quality outcomes for our community and contribute to Tauranga Moana becoming a vibrant city that attracts businesses, people and visitors, is well planned, connected and inclusive.
Our CCOs deliver a range of great offerings for Tauranga’s residents and visitors, including leisure, aquatic, arts, events and cultural activities.
The benefits of CCOs include:
- Independently managing Council initiatives and facilities.
- Providing business and community expertise that Council may not have in-house.
- Being able to focus on achieving the best outcome for their particular organisation, rather than focusing on the many activities of a council.
- Attracting some of their funding from sources other than rates.
Applications open for the Aspiring Directors Programme
Applications for the fifth intake of the Tauranga City Council (TCC) Aspiring Directors Programme for its Council-Controlled Organisations (CCOs) is now open.
Apply for Aspiring Directors Programme
Applications close at 10am on Friday 16 October 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.