The number next to each document indicates the level of detail and complexity that it contains. This can help you find the right type of information to suit your needs.
X1 = a simple summary or regional snapshot giving a quick high-level overview of the quality of the region’s resources. These are updated at least annually and can either be for a single resource (e.g. air quality, water quality) or for all resources.
X2 = an integrated report with more detail. These reports cover most or all resources (e.g. water quality, soil health, estuary health).
X3 = Technical information often presented as educational factsheets or story maps so you can upskill and get informed. These are for a single resource (e.g. air quality, water quality) and summarise the reports in X4.
X4 = Detailed discipline-specific technical information which reports technical results and/or evidence. These will be particularly useful for specialists who seek detailed insights on complex data. These reports are updated when there is enough new data – this can often be up to 10 years depending on how quickly things change.
X5 = Data libraries that contain complete datasets of measurements from monitoring sites across the Bay of Plenty. Can be viewed as a continuous dataset or the date ranges can be customised to view specific events. All quality assured data is available for download.
If you have any questions about our environmental data, email us at info@boprc.govt.nz
Please note, this page contains only the most recent reports for our region. All previous versions are available on the publications page.
Maunga (mountains) are important landmarks as they are the first to be seen when entering a new rohe. From here, there would have been a clear line of sight to the sea, river or lakes which would provide kai (food) for the people.
The natural elements and sky impact our daily experiences from the air we breathe to the weather we feel. Wind is an example of matangaro, the concept of what we cannot see but know exists because we can feel it or see its impact, like the wind rustling leaves in a tree. Understanding matangaro means we can consider more indicators when looking at the state of our taiao (environment).
Te Wao nui a Tāne is inclusive of all forests and birdlife. Pest eradication, and monitoring of the whenua will ensure the protection and preservation of our forests and birdlife.
Ko au ko te awa, ko te awa ko au signifies the intrinsic connection between the waterways and people. Many of our iwi marae are positioned for their access to waterways. Wai (water), if cared for, sustains all life. Wai is one of our most precious resources and this rohe (region) is fortunate to have abundant sources such as springs, rivers, lakes and the sea.
Ngāwhā (geothermal springs) are a unique feature to the rohe of Te Moana o Toitehuatahi (Bay of Plenty). With the right mātauranga (knowledge), these can be cared for and utilised sustainably.