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...

Annual Plan 2026/27 deliberations

The Regional Council has confirmed key decisions for its Annual Plan 2026/27 following deliberations held on Monday 25 May, striking a careful balance between affordability and the delivery of essential regional services. This includes reducing the planned general rates increase to 2.9% (including growth and inflation), down from 8.4% forecast in the Long Term Plan.

The Annual Plan will be formally adopted on 25 June 2026 and will take effect from 1 July 2026.

Find out more about these key decisions

Latest news

Nominations will open on Thursday 18 June for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council by-election to f...

Regional Council takes steps to protect its investment fund for future generations and community ...

The Regional Council has confirmed key decisions for its Annual Plan 2026/27 following deliberati...

A new regional deal will strengthen the Bay of Plenty’s role as a global trade gateway, supportin...

Notice of Change of Venue | Civil Defence Emergency Management Group Meeting

The Civil Defence Emergency Management Group Meeting scheduled to be held at Kawerau District Cou...

Notice of meetings - July 2026

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

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

A by-election is required to fill an extraordinary councillor vacancy for the Eastern Bay of Plen...

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Living in the Bay

Boating in the Bay of Plenty

The Bay of Plenty is renowned for its beautiful harbours, lakes and rivers. These waterways are shared by both commercial and recreational users, so it's important we 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.

Meetings and agendas

Bay of Plenty Regional Council meets as a full council every six weeks, and also has core committees and joint committees to help it make decisions.

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.

Do it online

Consent forms

Submit an application

Update your Iwi or Hapū contact details

Meetings calendar