Coast Care groups are made up of residents and beach users who care about their coastal environment and want to actively participate in protecting and managing that environment. Local residents, holiday home owners, beach users, beachfront property owners and conservationists should be represented on Coast Care groups.

Coast Care groups advise Council what work they regard as priority and give their time to carry out tasks relating to restoring and protecting the dune system.

Coast Care BOP is supported by Environment Bay of Plenty and the District Councils which offer advice on reducing erosion and assist the groups with resources including native plants, fertiliser and building materials.

For further information on Coast Care groups and programmes contact your local District Council or Environment Bay of Plenty’s Coast Care Coordinator.