BDO Tauranga

19/10/2026

Throughout September, the BDO Tauranga team took on our Spring into September Challenge, all about getting moving, trying something different and having some fun along the way.
Together, we clocked an impressive 7.75 million steps, covering the equivalent of around 6,200 km on our virtual journey around New Zealand, visiting all the BDO New Zealand offices along the way.
But it wasn’t all about the steps. Our team was encouraged to have a go, with opportunities to try Tai Chi, pickleball and line dancing, take part in the local Weekday Challenge by finding different ways to get to work, and get out and explore the local rivers that inspired the names of our new meeting rooms.
It was a great reminder that wellbeing doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it’s simply about getting involved, trying something new and having fun together.
Here are a few highlights from the month 👇

06/10/2026

BDO Tauranga is proud to support the CA College Prize Fund, a long-standing community initiative that recognises and encourages outstanding secondary school students across the Western Bay of Plenty.

Established more than 50 years ago, the Fund was co-founded in the 1970s by Peter Simmonds, whose practice has since evolved into BDO Tauranga, alongside Ian Young of what is now Young Read Woudberg (YRW). Today, the initiative continues through the collective support of local chartered accountants and businesses.

In 2025, the Fund raised $9,500, enabling $9,535 in awards to be distributed across nine local secondary schools, supporting students as they take the next step towards tertiary education and future careers. The Fund has awarded more than $39,000 in prizes over the past five years, helping celebrate academic achievement while promoting the accounting profession and strengthening the pipeline of future talent in our region.

This collaborative effort demonstrates the positive impact local businesses can make when working together to invest in the next generation.

27/09/2026

A big thank you to Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand - Central North Island for treating our Audit team to delicious cupcakes on Friday as part of Audit Proud 2026!

At BDO Tauranga, we're proud to have a team of 19 audit professionals who work alongside businesses and organisations across the Bay of Plenty and beyond, delivering services including financial statement audits, review engagements, company statutory audits, and IFRS advisory services. Our team also supports clients across a wide range of industries including agriculture, horticulture, manufacturing, construction and not-for-profit organisations.

It was a fantastic way to celebrate the important work our auditors do every day, helping build trust, transparency and confidence for our clients and communities.

Thank you again, CCANZ Central North Island, for helping us recognise and celebrate our amazing team! 🎉

13/09/2026

🤝 BDO Tauranga is pleased to be hosting the next Business Link Tauranga event, providing an opportunity for the local South African business community to connect, exchange ideas, and build valuable partnerships.

📅 Thursday, 17 September 2026
⏰ 5:30pm
📍 BDO Tauranga, 525 Cameron Road

Business Link Tauranga brings together local business owners and professionals for open, practical conversations about the opportunities and challenges facing business today. These evenings are a great opportunity to expand your network, share experiences, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful business connections.

💬 Open Floor Discussion
This weeks interactive session will be driven by those in the room. Bring your questions, share your insights, raise challenges, or suggest topics for discussion. Whether you're looking for advice, ideas, or simply a great conversation, we encourage people to get involved.

🎟️ Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScy9lzjS4PffN_y6DvJ3tkNrSDU5vadri6UToQf-OqDCmS14w/viewform

08/09/2026

Last week we had the pleasure of catching up with Ollie Larson, this year's recipient of BDO's funding for the Adastra Scholarship. Remarkably, Ollie only started playing the trumpet part way through Year 9 after being encouraged to take lessons at school. Now a Year 13 student Tauranga Boys' College, he has established himself as one of New Zealand's most promising young jazz musicians through an incredible commitment to his craft, often practising up to six hours a day.

Since Year 11, Ollie has been recognised at the National Youth Jazz Festival collecting awards over the past three years. This year alone, he won the P & L Norman Trophy for Best Big Band Lead Trumpet, the Brian Geoghan Trophy for Best Combo Trumpet or Flugelhorn, and was selected for the National Youth Jazz Band.

The The Adastra Foundation has helped Ollie purchase two new trumpet mouthpieces and fund travel to Wellington, where he will compete in the National Youth Competition in composition and improvisation, as well as perform at the Wellington Jazz Festival later this year.

He's also enjoyed the performance and personal development workshops that are part of the Adastra programme.

With aspirations to study at Cambridge University, or alternatively in Sydney or Wellington while continuing his musical journey, Ollie has an exciting future ahead. We're proud to support talented rangatahi like Ollie as they pursue their ambitions and reach their full potential. 🌟🎶

Applications are now open for 2027 Adastra Scholarship.

The passion I’ve found in music has become a crucial pillar of who I am and how I approach life. Not only is it an amazing form of expression and security, but also a community of diverse minds and amazing people. And the things you learn from music are so applicable in every aspect of […]

26/08/2026

🌼 Daffodil Day at BDO Tauranga! 💛

The BDO Tauranga team celebrated Daffodil Day yesterday as part of our monthly team meeting, with a fabulous splash of yellow throughout the team! From yellow shoes and headwear to yellow outfits, people got into the spirit of the day.

We were thrilled to raise an amazing $1,400 through our Yellow Daffodil Day raffle prize draw and company contribution!

A huge thank you to everyone who donated. It was a great way to come together as a team, have some fun and, most importantly, support an important cause. 🙌

12/08/2026

BDO Tauranga recently appointed Samantha Roy and Sarah Goldsbury to Associate roles, recognising the expertise, client focus and leadership they bring to their respective teams.

Samantha plays a key role in our growing Audit and Assurance service line, supporting clients with practical advice, strong technical capability and a people-focused approach. Sarah is a valued member of our Business Advisory Services team, working closely with clients on trusts, estates and succession planning to help them make confident decisions for the future.

Their appointments also reflect the continued growth of BDO Tauranga, which has increased its team by 50% since 2023 and is expanding its presence at 525 Cameron Road to support future development.

Read more about Samantha and Sarah’s career journeys, and BDO Tauranga’s continued growth in the Bay of Plenty, in the Bay of Plenty Business News article below:

Tauranga continues to grow as an increasingly important economic hub – featuring New Zealand’s largest port and a population which is forecast to surpass Wellington by 2050, becoming our third largest city. “As our business community’s needs and economic impact grow in complexity and scale, ...

21/05/2026

💗 Pink Ribbon Morning Tea at BDO Tauranga 💗

Our team came together this week to support Breast Cancer Foundation NZ - wearing pink, sharing kai, and backing a cause that impacts so many in our community.

A small way to show support & an important reminder to look out for ourselves and each other.

If you’d like to support, you can donate via the link in our bio.

And if you haven’t checked in with yourself in a while, there are some helpful resources in our bio too.

11/02/2026

We’re pushing for better mental health! 💙💪

Six BDO Tauranga teams are taking on The Push‑Up Challenge - completing 2,000 push‑ups in 23 days to support the Mental Health Foundation of NZ.

If you’d like to support the cause, this is the link to donate or share:
https://www.thepushupchallenge.co.nz/fundraisers/bdotauranga

18/12/2025

Meri Kirihimete from BDO Tauranga! 🎄

Thank you for your support this year. We’re closed from Dec 23 (midday) and back Jan 14.

Wishing you a safe, happy Christmas and New Year! 💫