Objectives

The Bay of Connections strategy has a number of 10 year, high level outcomes and objectives with the overarching aim for the people of the Bay of Plenty to enjoy socio-economic success.

These are:

  • The people of the Bay of Plenty enjoy socio-economic success
  • Per capita GDP in the region has grown faster than the national average. 
  • Average household income has increased faster than the national average. 
  • There has been a major reduction of households in the bottom quartile of national income. 
  • Stakeholders and agencies collaborate in effective partnerships. 
  • Sustainable business practices are increasing. 
  • There has been significant progress in advancing all key areas of focus.

The result - people, young and old who are happy to stay and invest their futures in the Bay of Plenty because it is the best place to live, work and play.