November 2025

After more than two decades of faithfully recording wave and sea conditions in the Bay of Plenty, the Pukehina Wave Buoy is being retired at the end of this year.

Bus Driver Appreciation Day is a chance to celebrate the dedicated Baybus drivers who keep the Bay of Plenty moving.

The ‘finishing touch’ on Stage One of Project Future Proof was unveiled by project partners Ngāti Awa and Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council. 

As a helicopter hovers near the steep, steaming cliffs of Waimangu Valley, a battle against invasive pampas grass is underway. Contracted by Bay of Plenty Regional Council, the helicopter is part of an aerial control operation targeting the pest plant, which at first glance can be mistaken for native Toe toe. 

Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council is reminding landowners living near flood protection or drainage assets to check if they need a Bylaw Authority under the Flood Protection and Drainage Bylaws before starting any works. 

Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council acknowledges today’s announcement from the Government and recognises it raises important questions for our community.