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Empowering tomorrow’s tech leaders: Mercury’s IT team ignites passion and possibilities for rangatahi

Mercury's emphasis on technology and innovation aligns with the growing demand for tech-savvy individuals who can contribute to the development...
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Exploring the future: Instep Young Leaders gain valuable insights from Port of Tauranga Business Breakfast

The Instep Young Leaders recently attended their second business breakfast, hosted by the Port of Tauranga. The success of the...
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Blog – 22nd May 2023

The Budget Buzz: Surprising forecasts, immigration influx, and the infrastructure challenge Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive While the...
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UTF says future Tauranga development relies on getting the basics right

Submissions prepared by Tauranga’s Urban Task Force highlight gaps between the desired outcomes of urban intensification and the reality of...
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Rise and shine: Instep Young Leaders get a nutrient-fueled boost from Ballance Agri-Nutrients Business Breakfast

The Instep Young Leaders' program provides an excellent opportunity for young people to develop their leadership skills and broaden their...
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Member spotlight: Holland Beckett Law – Harnessing the power of policies for Talent Attraction and Retention  

In a fiercely competitive market where businesses in the Western Bay of Plenty are grappling with a scarcity of skilled...
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Keeping it green: Highlights from Evergreen Garden Care’s inaugural sustainability week 

Evergreen Garden Care's commitment to sustainability took centre stage as the New Zealand team organised their first-ever sustainability week in...
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Trustpower brand to transition to Mercury this winter

This winter the Trustpower brand will transition to Mercury, bringing the best of both brands together for customers. Mercury will...
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Young Innovator Awards prepare next generation of local innovative thinkers

New Zealand’s largest youth innovation programme, yia! (Young Innovator Awards) is set to return to Western Bay of Plenty for...
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Blog – 1st May 2023

Pitching for progress: Multi-use community stadium for future growth Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive Last week, Tauranga had...
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Blog – 24th April 2023

Building the road ahead for a better future Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive Last Thursday, the Western Bay...
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New forum addresses urgent infrastructure deficit in Western Bay

A forum designed to tackle the significant infrastructure deficit faced by the Western Bay of Plenty was launched in Tauranga...