Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Ōkurei Māori Constituency
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). one councillor will be elected from the Ōkurei Māori constituency. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Bay of Plenty Regional Council election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Work in sustainable partnerships with community enterprises by community for community.

    Work with local iwi on solutions for development of their lands and resources through effective partnerships.

    Work with the Port of Tauranga and associated businesses to enhance employment and business opportunities.

  • Apply for a general people's choice survey asking what their top three priorities are.

    Establish a mana whenua subcommittee from all areas of the Bay of Plenty Regional Council region.

    Work alongside schools and organisations that already have projects being delivered and fund them.

  • Work in sustainable partnerships with community enterprises by community for community.

    Work with local iwi on solutions for development of their lands and resources through effective partnerships.

    Work with the Port of Tauranga and associated businesses to enhance employment and business opportunities.

  • Apply for a general people's choice survey asking what their top three priorities are.

    Establish a mana whenua subcommittee from all areas of the Bay of Plenty Regional Council region.

    Work alongside schools and organisations that already have projects being delivered and fund them.