News & Media

Bay of Plenty theologian and historian Dr Alistair Reese will present on the Treaty of Waitangi at an event to be held in Tauranga in early September.

We would be delighted if you could join us at our 36th Annual Public Meeting in Rotorua.

The programme is designed to offer Communication, Self-management and digital skills workshops embedding literacy and numeracy.

The new Whakahou Taketake Vital Update – Tauranga 2023 results are now available online.

Bay of Plenty Regional Council is excited to be involving the community in deciding how they fund community-led projects

BayTrust seeks expressions of interest for a Trustee vacancy. Strategic thinkers with investment expertise and a passion for community are encouraged.

Celebrate with the Sikh community at the annual Te Puke Sikh Parade and Diwali Festival, a vibrant showcase of culture, unity, and tradition.

Summertime will see endless event options for locals and visitors to the wider Western Bay...

The Tauranga Western Bay Community Event Fund has expanded, offering greater support for local events that strengthen community connections and vibrancy.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of one of our trustees, Louis Rāpihana.

The Western Bay Community Awards bring together all those involved in the Western Bay community and volunteer sector...

The Funders Commitment on Climate Action includes seven-parts.

After a few weeks of successful screenings across the country the doco is now up on Youtube.

A big thank you to Waitangi and her Hinengāwari weavers for weaving and creating our kete for our combined community conference.

Climate Action Aotearoa has proudly launched a ‘Shared Resource’ and Tika Transition framework to help funders along their climate action journeys.

The Community Amenities Fund is now open.

We're really excited to announce we recently partnered with YouOwn to offer a helping hand to home buyers in the Bay of Plenty.

Community Trusts across New Zealand have formed the Funders Commitment on Climate Action, uniting efforts to drive sustainability and climate solutions.

BayTrust’s sustainable and low-carbon investment strategy is delivering strong financial returns while supporting positive social and environmental outcomes.

In line with New Zealand's move to the Red Traffic Light, the BayTrust office is now closed as per our approach to taking an abundance of caution.

BayTrust invites expressions of interest for a Trustee vacancy. Strategic thinkers with investment expertise and regional connections are encouraged.

It has been a very busy and challenging year for both our communities and the team at BayTrust as we work through Covid-19 implications.

Surrounded by lush native bush and shimmering every hue of blue and green imaginable, Rotorua’s lakes are the heart and soul of the Te Arawa region.

Tongariro River is one of the best fishing rivers in the world, with keen anglers coming from near and far to hook a rainbow or brown trout.

Our Dillon Scholarship is opening up again next month, all the information you need is on the picture provided.

As you are all aware the country continues to grapple with the implications of the pandemic with New Zealand...

We’re open for business as usual, and are all working remotely.

We are pleased to release our annual results for the year.

We would like to remind you that while we are working remotely, we are still operating as business as usual.

As you will be aware the whole country, including the Bay of Plenty is back operating at Covid-19 Alert Level 4 until at least Tuesday 24 August.

To find out more about our last year's activities and our more detailed plans for our future, we would be delighted if you could join us at our 32nd Annual Public Meeting in Tauranga.

Meri Kirihimete from the Team here at BayTrust.

To find out more about our last year's activities and our more detailed plans for our future, we would be delighted if you could join us at our 33rd Annual Public Meeting in Tauranga.

We are now over halfway through the current NZ wide lockdown and it looks like things are tracking in the right direction which is positive news.

As you will be aware the impacts of Covid-19 are being felt far and wide and are having a massive impact on our BOP communities.

As you will all be aware the impacts of Coronavirus are beginning to be felt far and wide and already having a significant impact on our BOP communities.