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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. 
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...
Online payments Our online platform Payble puts you in control—manage your rates payments anytime, your way.
Public transport Our regional transport system is vital to everyday life, from travelling to work, play and servic...
Elections A by-election is being held to fill the vacant Eastern Bay of Plenty General Constituency seat.
Meetings and agendas Bay of Plenty Regional Council meets as a full council every six weeks, and also has core committ...

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Boaties across the region are being reminded to check the rules before heading out on the water, ...
The Environmental Enhancement Fund (EEF) supports local projects that aim to enhance, preserve or...
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The final result for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council by-election for the Eastern Bay of Plenty...
The Government has now enacted legislation replacing the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) with ...
Notice of meetings - November 2026
All Council and committee meetings unless notified below will be held at Regional House, Bay of P...
Notice of meetings - October 2026
All Council and committee meetings unless notified below will be held at Regional House, Bay of P...
Notice of right to demand a poll on Electoral System
Bay of Plenty Regional Council electors have the right to demand a poll on the electoral system t...
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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

Learn how Bay of Plenty Regional Council manages and protects fresh water, including rivers, lakes, wetlands, and groundwater, for people, the environment, and future generations.

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.

Our Catchments

Integrated catchment management changes the way we look at and manage natural resources, particularly land and water. Instead of looking at each resource in isolation, it considers how the management of one impacts another.

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