Thriving together

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 Pay your rates by credit card, debit card or by using POLi.

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...

Latest news

Bay of Plenty residents have made it clear that protecting the environment and maintaining joined...

A proposed 10-year direction for public transport in the Bay of Plenty is now open for public fee...

Five candidates will contest Bay of Plenty Regional Council’s vacant Eastern Bay general constitu...

Calling all future guardians of the moana! Our harbours and seas need your help! These school hol...

Notice of meetings - August 2026

All Council and committee meetings unless notified will be held at Regional House, Bay of Plenty ...

Further Notice of By-election – Eastern Bay of Plenty General Constituency

The nomination period to fill the extraordinary vacancy for the Eastern Bay of Plenty General Con...

Notice of Cancellation | Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group

Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group that was scheduled to meet on Thursday 9 July in Rotorua ha...

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Living in the Bay

Boating in the Bay of Plenty

Our rivers, lakes and waterways are shared by both commercial and recreational users, let's share this space safely.

Community funding

Information about support we offer through funding and scholarships.

Living in the Bay Volunteer

Volunteers help Regional Council to extend work programmes, build community resilience and provide invaluable localised knowledge with their diverse skill-sets and experience.

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.

Your council

Quayside Holdings Limited

At Bay of Plenty Regional Council, we’re proud to own and work alongside Quayside Holdings Limited—an investment company that provides long term financial security to the region through a diversified portfolio.

Simplifying Local Government

What should local government look like for our region? The Government has announced a new voluntary Head Start pathway for councils that want to put forward local government reorganisation proposals ahead of wider reform from 2028.

Working with iwi

Māori are key partners, stakeholders and members of our community. The Bay of Plenty has the largest number of iwi within any region in New Zealand.

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Consent forms

Submit an application

Update your Iwi or Hapū contact details

Meetings calendar