Auditor-General review of Tauranga Marine Precinct sale finds process appropriate

RNZOtago Daily TimesTuesday 13 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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An Auditor-General review of the $14 million Tauranga Marine Precinct sale to a Christchurch developer found the council followed an appropriate process and considered value for money. However, the review noted that the council could have communicated the sale price to the public more effectively.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 13 Oct, 4:16pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 16 hours
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