
This evening there was an incident at Fergusson Park’s New Year’s Eve community celebration in Matua. Please find Council’s statement on this matter at the bottom of this media release.
Five community celebrations took place across the city this evening to welcome in the new year.
The celebrations brought the community together with live music, roving entertainment, activities, and local MCs to host. Events ended with a colourful display of fireworks at 9.30pm, except for Greerton which had a light show.

Entertainment at New Year’s Eve Community Celebrations, photo credit Hunter Studio.

Entertainment at New Year’s Eve Community Celebrations, photo credit Hunter Studio.

Pacific Island performance at New Year’s Eve Community Celebrations, photo credit Simon Dawson.

The events are part of Council’s work to promote a safer new year and to offer a way for everyone to celebrate locally in a community-minded, family-friendly environment.
For more events visit My Tauranga.
Incident at Matua community celebration