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Tauranga Landslide Inquiry Report Delayed to February 2027 for Thorough Review

09 Sep 2026 | 1 hour ago | 23 views

The Government Inquiry into the fatal landslides in Tauranga, which claimed eight lives in January 2026, will now report back in February 2027 following an extension request by the Inquiry Chair, Sir Mark O’Regan. The Inquiry aims to determine how the landslides occurred, assess agency responses, and identify lessons to prevent future tragedies, while incorporating findings from the Davison Review delivered in August 2026. Minister Brooke van Velden emphasized the need for a comprehensive report despite the delay, acknowledging the affected families’ and communities’ desire for timely answers.

Tags: Brooke van Velden Sir Mark O’Regan Tauranga Mauao Mount Maunganui Pāpāmoa Davison Review Government Inquiry Minister of Internal Affairs Tauranga City Council