September 2026

Ohau Wall construction trials will affect boat ramp access

The next stage of construction trials to repair the Ōhau Wall is set to begin in mid-September, with temporary impacts on access to the Ōhau Delta boat ramps.

Progress results for Eastern Bay of Plenty general constituency seat by-election available

Progress results for Bay of Plenty Regional Council's Eastern Bay of Plenty general constituency seat by-election are now available.

Final by-election result available

The final result for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council by-election for the Eastern Bay of Plenty General Constituency seat has been announced.

Man wearing lifejacket standing on paddle board

New Bay of Plenty maritime safety rules from 1 October

Boaties across the region are being reminded to check the rules before heading out on the water, as Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council’s Navigation Safety Bylaw 2024 comes into force on 1 October.