Oropi Grove Mountain Bike Park temporary closure
A heads up for mountain bikers and walkers that the eastern side of the Oropi Grove Mountain Bike Park (highlighted in purple) will be closed for three days from Monday 5 September to Wednesday 7 September (weather dependent).
The closure is needed to investigate the condition of water pipelines that send water to the Oropi treatment plant and distribute water to the city. The western side of the park, which can be accessed from Joyce Road, will remain open.
Postponement dates are 12-14 September. For more information contact Richard Conning on 07 577 7000, or richard.conning@tauranga.govt.nz
Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
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89.3% Yes, it's fair
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9.9% No, it's unreasonable
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0.8% Other - I'll share below
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