Posts by Melissa Mae
Blog – 28th May 2024
Showcasing the region to attract more international students Source: Greg Simmonds, Priority One General Manager – Workforce & Policy In April, Education Tauranga proudly hosted a delegation of international agents…
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Tauranga on the rise: Paving the way for future prosperity Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One CEO The number of cranes in our city centre at the moment is a clear…
Read MoreAvah Smith: Inspiring Young Leader in the WBOP
We are exceptionally proud of Avah Smith, this remarkable young woman, a student from Tauranga Girls’ College, participated in the 2023 Instep Young Leaders’ Forum and has now returned in…
Read MoreNew Mode Comes to Town
Tauranga is Aotearoa New Zealand’s fastest growing city and as we embark on our commitment towards being New Zealand’s most sustainable city, we see an opportunity to achieve this through…
Read MoreCritically thinking about the future
Recently Aurecon hosted the Instep Young Leaders’ Forum Business Breakfast. The session provided a unique platform for the young leaders to dig deep into the multifaceted area of design thinking…
Read MoreUnemployment rises but demand for skilled talent remains strong
As economic pressures hamper activity across the country, the negative impact on employment has been widely reported. In Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty we’ve seen a small reduction in…
Read MoreSister cities visit cements relationships
A sister cities visit to Hitachi by a small delegation from Tauranga has helped cement strong relationships, particularly in the area of arts, culture and education exchanges. Hitachi Mayor, Mr.…
Read MoreAttracting skilled talent to the Western Bay of Plenty
It’s crucial to understand that attracting skilled talent goes beyond merely offering a job opportunity. Relocating entails a profound life decision, intertwining hope, aspiration, and practical considerations. Skilled professionals seek…
Read MoreClosing the loop – Activating circular economy in Tauranga
A noteworthy milestone in an ambitious circular construction initiative has been achieved through the combined efforts of Priority One, Tauranga City Council, and Mutu. Priority One’s Sustainability Lead Marissa Nikora,…
Read MoreA higher perspective on the city’s transformation
Since the inception of Priority One’s Tauranga CBD Blueprint two years ago, the landscape of Tauranga’s city centre continues to undergo significant transformation, with over $1.5 billion in investments across…
Read MoreLeadership unleashed
On April 4th the Instep Young Leaders’ Forum had its first business breakfast for 2024. Students ventured out into the wee hours of the morning to learn about diverse leadership…
Read MoreShifting A to B car free
Nearly 90% of journeys made in Tauranga are taken by private motor vehicle. Emissions produced from transport is the largest contributor to climate change within our region. This presented the opportunity…
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