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We have a number of projects to transform our city centre as part of the revitalisation programme.

We're committed to refresh the city centre CBD, in partnership with Trust Tairāwhiti and guided by community input. Key initiatives include enhanced streetscaping, planting and infrastructure upgrades to improve vibrancy and make the city centre a more attractive and functional space.

  • We've invited artists to light up the city centre with colour, creativity and aroha - transforming empty windows into vibrant showcases of local art. Look out for the Art in the City logos!
  • We're also inviting building owners to help bring new life to our streets - with funding to repaint heritage facades and restore the city's character.
  • Summer fun bringing the lounge to the streets with Downtown Lounge series of events.

Our Action and Investment Plan is a step closer. We're now working with 4 shortlisted suppliers and expect to have the new team on board by the end of January 2026 - shaping what's next for the heart of the city.

  • Paint funding

    Heritage building owners can apply for funding to assist with painting street-facing exterior fronts

    Apply now 

  • Stage One of the project

    Led and funded by Trust Tairāwhiti, in partnership with Council and Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust

    Learn more  

Art in the city - check out the window displays

How cool is this! - a creative colab between Hospice and Tairāwhiti Environment Centre, where tamariki upcycled fabric to decorate Hospice shop window using fabric from the shop 😊 And a tiny gallery display.
Wildlife Stars
Peel Street shop window
Wildlife Stars
Wildlife Stars
Wildlife Stars
Tiny Gallery
Tiny Gallery
Tiny Gallery
3m tuna
A fat bat
Cute stingray

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