September 2024 | Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Effluent mismanagement poses risk to estuary health

The Waihī Estuary has long been under threat, due to decades of draining wetlands, changing rivers and land use, as well as contaminated run-off.

Regional Council responds to National Land Transport Funding announcement: focus on core public transport services

Bay of Plenty Regional Council has today acknowledged the recent National Land Transport Fund announcement from the Government, which prioritises core services and operational efficiencies.

New boating rules for Bay of Plenty adopted

New Navigation Safety Bylaws were adopted by Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council today, with the updated boating rules coming into effect next year.

The Bay’s public transport: smart changes for a growing region

Technology is leading the way in helping make sure the Bay of Plenty’s public transport network evolves to meet the region’s growing population.

Keeping it reel: protect our lakes from freshwater pests

With the trout fishing season opening on Tuesday (1 October), those coming to the Rotorua Te Arawa lakes are being urged to be vigilant in stopping the spread of freshwater pests.