Drysdale
Drysdale is a key figure within the Tauranga City Council, noted for his critical evaluation of the proposed waterfront walkway project, highlighting concerns over its cost-effectiveness and value for money.
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Drysdale reminded the public access to Mauao is still closed as recent monitoring and inspections identified instability.
Mount Maunganui cordon to lift but Mauao remains closed after deadly landslide
New Zealand· 2026-02-05Drysdale said the fund also responded to strong public demand from residents wanting to help those affected.
Tauranga Mayoral Relief Fund launched after deadly flooding and slipsNew Zealand· 2026-01-31Drysdale is a councillor who defended the remuneration and responsibilities of councillors.
Tauranga City councillor pay rises: Why they earn $163k for a ‘part-time’ jobNew Zealand· 2025-11-23
Drysdale is involved in recommending pay rises and security measures for elected members.
Tauranga City Councillors get 15.56% pay rise, mayor’s salary increases to $193kNew Zealand· 2025-11-18
Drysdale said the project cost and money spent was a 'wake-up call' for the council to pause the project and figure out the best way forward.
Tauranga council to restart Memorial Park pool plan after $4.7m spendNew Zealand· 2025-10-08Drysdale said Uffindell’s letter 'generally aligns' with community feedback.
National MP Sam Uffindell urges Tauranga City Council to review CBD parkingNew Zealand· 2025-08-23
Drysdale commented on the need for a multi-agency community response to homelessness.
Tauranga hosts summit on homelessness solutions and community impactNew Zealand· 2025-04-10
Drysdale stated that the estimated cost of the walkway did not deliver value for money.
Tauranga City Council projects 12.5% rates rise, cancels waterfront walkwayNew Zealand· 2025-02-24
Drysdale stated that the estimated cost of the walkway did not deliver value for money.
Tauranga City Council projects 12.5% rates rise, cancels waterfront walkwayNew Zealand· 2025-02-24