SunLive14 May, 2026 01:39 AM5 mins to read Bay of Plenty Regional Council chairwoman Matemoana McDonald, Western Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer, Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale, Local Government Minister Simon Watts and Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop at the signing of the Western Bay of Plenty regional and city deal. Photo / SuppliedThe Government has signed a city and regional deal with the Western Bay of Plenty, aiming to deliver thousands of new homes over the next decade.The long-term partnership agreement is with the Tauranga City, Western Bay of Plenty District and Bay of Plenty Regional councils.

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