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...

Bowentown wave buoy The wave buoy is located 7km off Bowentown Heads in approximately 30m depth of water.

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 and Long Term Plan Amendment consultation

Hearings are being held 20-23 April.

To read submissions, or for the hearings schedule, visit our Participate website.

Latest news

Consultation on Bay of Plenty Regional Council’s Annual Plan 2026/27 and Long Term Plan Amendment...

Te Heriheri Wetland is part of a long-term commitment by the Regional Council and Te Wahapū o Wai...

Bay of Plenty Regional Council, alongside representatives from Ngāti Awa, Sawmill Workers Against...

Bay of Plenty Regional Council is working with NZTA, Te Ūpokorehe and Whakatōhea to restore ...

Notice of change and venue and time

The Bay of Plenty Regional Annual Plan 2026-2027 and Long Term Plan 2024-2034 amendment consultat...

Notice of cancellation - Public Transport Committee meeting

The Public Transport Committee meeting that was scheduled to meet on Tuesday 14 April 2026 in Cou...

Notice of meetings - April 2026

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

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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.

Getting around

Bay of Plenty Regional Council manages the regional Baybus bus network.

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.

Elections

The 2025 elections were held on 11 October - learn more about the elections process.

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.

Do it online

Consent forms

Submit an application

Update your Iwi or Hapū contact details

Meetings calendar