Tauranga Council appoints interim CEO amid landslide review

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Tauranga City Council appointed Gareth Green, who managed the mayor's office, as interim chief executive on October 22, 2026. This appointment follows a landslide tragedy and a review led by Davison. The council approved a budget of up to $100,000 (excluding GST) to recruit a permanent replacement.

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Why it matters

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Tauranga is grappling with financial difficulties, growth challenges, and significant reform. The council must drive change based on the findings of the Davison review while managing risk due to the ongoing geological instability of Mount Maunganui.

Following a fatal landslide at the base of Mount Maunganui, the council is reviewing the incident and the future of its chief executive.

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Who's involved

TaurangaThe city council where the organizational change is being implemented.
Gareth GreenAppointed as the interim chief executive by the council.
DavisonLeading the review that requires the council to implement major organizational change.
Mahé DrysdaleThe Mayor leading the council through significant reform and instability.
Steve MorrisA member of the subcommittee overseeing the recruitment process.