Exotic forestry makes up about 16 percent of the land in our region. Most of this forestry is in large tracts like the Kāingaroa Plateau, but there are also many smaller woodlots and farm forestry blocks around the region.

The purpose of a regional plan is to set out how resources should be managed, including rules and regulations for their use.

Use this form to apply for a Navigation Safety Licence under the Bay of Plenty Regional Navigation Safety Bylaw 2017.

The On-Site Effluent Treatment Regional Plan 2006 deals with the effects of domestic wastewater on water quality in the Bay of Plenty. 

Progressive containment pests are established but it is possible to prevent them from spreading to other parts of the region.

Sustained control pests are well established and so preventing their spread is no longer a realistic objective.

We monitor and manage the taking of water from the region’s rivers, streams, lakes and aquifers, to ensure that water is used efficiently and that our waterways are well cared-for.

Due to weather conditions or the landscape, agrichemical sprays sometimes drift away from the target crop or area. This is known as spraydrift. 

Mount Maunganui residents can now check local air quality in real-time. Click on the sensors on the map to get information and guidance.

Crossing a bar is one of the riskiest things you’ll ever do, no matter how experienced you are.