Expectation vs Reality

November 18, 2024

Why it’s okay to hit pause Source: Samantha Bainbridge, previous Instep Young Leader Thinking back to the lead up into my final year of college, I knew exactly where I…

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Decarbonising Industrial Process Heat

June 12, 2024

RETA – An Introduction Source: Timothy Allan Strategy & Special Projects The overview of the Regional Energy Transition Accelerator Priority One has had a commitment to our regional sustainability which…

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Blog – 28th May 2024

May 28, 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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Blog – 19th May 2024

May 17, 2024

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…

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Sustainability Strategy

December 12, 2023

Blog – 12th December 2023 Source: Marissa Nikora, Priority One Sustainability Lead The Western Bay of Plenty is renowned for its abundant natural resources and vibrant economies, but it’s not…

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Blog – 14th November 2023

November 14, 2023

Turning the tide: Unemployment’s impact on NZ’s inflation battle Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive Recent unemployment figures released by Statistics NZ will have a significant effect on the…

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Blog – 21st September 2023

September 21, 2023

Tauranga’s Momentum: Holding the ambition to be NZ’s best and most liveable city Source: Simon Clarke, (outgoing) Independent Chair of Priority One As I reflect on my tenure as Chair…

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Blog – 2nd August 2023

August 2, 2023

Highway to happiness: Tauranga’s golden opportunity Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive Monday’s announcement from the National Party around investment in State Highway 29 at Tauriko should be a…

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Blog – 3rd July 2023

July 3, 2023

Shifting gears: Rethinking transport for a thriving Bay of Plenty Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive With the Western Bay of Plenty seriously short of transport infrastructure, the attention…

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Blog – 26th June 2023

June 26, 2023

Clearing the path: Tauriko’s road to progress and prosperity Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive The Western Bay of Plenty has a transport infrastructure crisis, with inadequate roading causing…

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Blog – 22nd May 2023

May 22, 2023

The Budget Buzz: Surprising forecasts, immigration influx, and the infrastructure challenge Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive While the recent budget announcement was fairly underwhelming for new and interesting…

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Blog – 1st May 2023

May 1, 2023

Pitching for progress: Multi-use community stadium for future growth Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive Last week, Tauranga had the privilege of hosting Te Waihanga – New Zealand’s Infrastructure…

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