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Thriving together

Mō te taiao, mō ngā tāngata

Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council is responsible for making sure the local environment is managed sustainably, so people and the environment can thrive.

Rates Everything you need to know about your Regional Council rates.
Resource consents Resource consents help sustainably manage and protect our natural environment and resources. This...
Maps and data Our map and data information lets you better understand our region’s environment.
Pest plants A comprehensive guide to pest plants in the Bay of Plenty. Learn about their characteristics, imp...
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Public transport Our regional transport system is vital to everyday life, from travelling to work, play and servic...
Bowentown wave buoy The wave buoy is located 7km off Bowentown Heads in approximately 30m depth of water.
Meetings and agendas Bay of Plenty Regional Council meets as a full council every six weeks, and also has core committ...

What's happening in the region

Changes to the Bay of Plenty Regional Pest Management Plan (RPMP) came into effect Tuesday June 1...
People thinking about standing in the upcoming local body elections are invited to attend Toi Moa...
Nearly 40 sustainability projects are set to launch in Bay of Plenty schools, early childhood pro...
The life-changing difference a supportive workplace makes, and what happened when an environmenta...
Notice of Change of Venue - Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group meeting 30 June
The Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group meeting scheduled to be held in Venue to be confirmed o...
Notice of meeting - Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group 30 June
There will be a meeting of the Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group. This will be held on Monday...
Notice of re-scheduled meeting - Strategy and Policy Committee Meeting 18 June
The Strategy and Policy meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday 18 June 2025 at 9.30am will no...
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Living in the Bay

Environment

Environment

Geothermal

Bay of Plenty Regional Council works to ensure the integrated sustainable management of the regions geothermal systems.

Environment

Fresh water

Fresh water is a precious resource that we help to manage and protect. It is essential to life, work and play; it sustains the things we value.

Environment

Coast and ocean

Nearly all of the coastal marine area in our region is common marine and coastal area meaning it is not owned by any individual or organisation.

Environment

Land

Bay of Plenty Regional Council works with landowners to manage and protect the region's soils, water and wildlife.

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