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Council-controlled organisations

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.

Bay Venues Limited

Tourism Bay of Plenty

Tauranga Art Gallery Trust

Te Manawataki o Te Papa
Limited

Te Manawataki o Te Papa Charitable Trust

Bay Of Plenty Local Authority Shared Services Limited

Local Government Funding Agency

CCO Aspiring Directors - Board Intern Programme

Applications open for the Aspiring Directors Programme

Applications for the fourth intake of Tauranga City Council’s Aspiring Directors Programme for its Council-Controlled Organisations (CCOs) is now open.

The programme aims to expand the number of people with governance experience while enhancing the diversity and depth of the governance talent pool available to organisations in Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty region.

This is a valuable opportunity for aspiring directors to gain hands-on governance experience by interning with one of the following CCOs:

Bay Venues Limited – Guardian of over 20 community facilities in Tauranga Moana, including Mercury Baypark and the University of Waikato Adams Centre for High Performance.
Tourism Bay of Plenty – Jointly owned by Western Bay of Plenty District Council, this organisation leads the sustainable growth of the visitor economy across the coastal Bay of Plenty.

For further information about the Aspiring Directors Programme, please download the full job ad.

Aspiring Directors Programme job advert (184kb pdf)

Non-disclosure and conflict of interest declaration form (55kb pdf) Please sign and email to Council - instructions in the job ad.

Applications close at 10am on 24 October 2025.

Interviews will be held in Tauranga on 11 and 13 November 2025.

Council cover reports

2025

2024

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve locally with whānau and friends

This New Year’s Eve, Tauranga is the place to be for fun and family-friendly celebrations.

Tauranga City Council is hosting five vibrant community events at the Tauranga Waterfront, Greerton, Pāpāmoa, Mount Maunganui, and Matua to welcome 2025.

Starting at 6pm on Tuesday, 31 December, each event promises an evening filled with live music, cultural performances, roving entertainment, food trucks, kids' activities, and a local MC to host. A special low-sensory event will take place at Fergusson Park, Matua from 5pm to 6pm. This inclusive hour will feature acoustic music, reduced noise, smaller crowds, and access to a quiet indoor space for those who may need a break.

Tauranga City Council’s Venues and Events Manager, Nelita Byrne, highlights the importance of community connection during the celebrations: "These events offer a chance for locals and visitors to come together, share a sense of belonging, and welcome the New Year surrounded by friends and whānau."

"It’s the perfect opportunity to pack a picnic, enjoy our city’s stunning open spaces, and celebrate in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere," says Nelita.

The festivities will finish with fireworks at 9.30pm and a laser light show in Greerton.

All community events are alcohol-free and smoke-free, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles, cups, and containers to help reduce waste and use the council-provided recycling bins on-site.

Grab your whānau, a picnic blanket, and your dancing shoes - let’s celebrate the New Year together!

For more information on New Year’s Eve in Tauranga visit: www.tauranga.govt.nz/nye