Following the tragic landslide on Mauao on Thursday, 22 January 2026, our community continues to feel the profound loss and the shock of what has occurred. In support of those affected and to provide a dedicated space for reflection, we have established the He Maimai Aroha Community Care Centre.
He Maimai Aroha Community Care Centre will close at 1pm on 22 February.
Established in the wake of the tragic landslide on Mauao on 22 January 2026, the centre has supported those affected and provided a dedicated space for reflection over the past weeks.
All condolences shared at the centre will be respectfully archived. A separate plan is being developed for the future location or disposition of the condolence boards in consultation with the families.
We will continue to keep stakeholders and our community updated on next steps and timeframes.
Taking care of the Mauao temporary memorial site
Memorial message boards and non-organic mementos that were situated at the memorial site on the corner of Leinster Avenue and The Mall will be relocated to He Maimai Aroha so people have easy access to continue to see them.
New message boards are now located on the grassed area on the corner of Marine Parade and Adams Avenue.
Tauranga City Council staff are maintaining the memorial site as a mark of respect. As panels with condolence messages become full, they are being relocated to He Maimai Aroha.
A long-term solution for the messages will be decided in due course in conversation with the community.
Condolence messages
An online condolence form has been created below for those wishing to pass on their aroha who are unable to be there in person.