<b>Tauranga is the fifth largest city in New Zealand and is one of the fastest growing areas in the country with a population of over 153,000 that is projected to be upwards of 166,300 by 2028.</b><br><br>This harbourside city, covering an area of 168 square kilometres, is the main urban and primary business centre for the Bay of Plenty region. The Bay of Plenty outperforms much of New Zealand in the economic stakes, and the region consistently tops the ASB’s quarterly regional economic scoreboard.<br><br>Tauranga has a strong industrial sector that is located around the Port of Tauranga, which is New Zealand’s largest export by volume and the second largest in terms of container throughput. The Tauranga city accounts for 49% of the Bay of Plenty economy, with key economic elements for the region that include tourism, horticulture, viticulture, kiwifruit, pastoral farming, housing, and exporting.<br><br>The Bay of Plenty lifestyle is a significant drawcard for residents and the business community. It’s a region where a healthy work/life balance can be achieved. Mount Maunganui is a superb recreational centre, with the landscape dominated by three key features – the harbour, the beautiful ocean beach, and the magnificent Mauao (Mount Maunganui), the cultural focal point of the region. The Mount is a world-famous beach, having been crowned the “Best Beach in New Zealand” by TripAdvisor and ranking amongst the top 25 best beaches in the world.<br>