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Auditor-General Review Concludes No Impropriety in Tauranga Marine Precinct Sale

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The Office of the Auditor-General released its review of the Tauranga Marine Precinct sale. The review concluded that no further inquiry is required and provided independent assurance regarding the transaction process. The Office of the Auditor-General found that the Council followed an agreed process, accurately accounted for the sale, and appropriately considered value for money.

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Why it matters

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The review confirmed that the final sale price was explainable through negotiations and was accounted for appropriately. However, the Office of the Auditor-General did not make a judgment on whether the final negotiated outcome represented a good or bad deal for ratepayers.

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Who's involved

TaurangaCity where the Marine Precinct sale was reviewed
Mahé DrysdaleMayor who welcomed the findings on behalf of the Council
Office of the Auditor-GeneralGovernment agency that conducted the review of the sale

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