Film Bay of Plenty

Welcome to Film Bay of Plenty, located at 29 Grey Street in Tauranga, New Zealand. As a local government office and point of interest, Film Bay of Plenty is your go-to institution for all your filming needs in the stunning region of Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

The Bay of Plenty is renowned as a top filming destination in New Zealand, attracting both national and international productions. With a highly skilled and experienced crew based here, a wide range of diverse and breathtaking locations within close proximity, and the highest number of sunshine hours in the country, our region is perfectly positioned to support your production.

Our attractive climate boasts some of the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand, making it an ideal filming location. The region is easily accessible from other major centers in New Zealand, especially Auckland, and is well connected by road and air transport, as well as strong cellphone and data networks.

When filming in the Bay, you have access to a variety of stunning landscapes, including snow-capped mountains, beautiful beaches, thermal wonderlands, prehistoric native forests, and bustling cosmopolitan cities. Whatever your production needs, from directors and production managers to camera, sound, lighting, and service providers, the Bay of Plenty has got you covered.

Let us assist you in sourcing film-friendly suppliers and service providers, as well as local equipment hire and infrastructure such as production hubs, warehouses, and studio/soundstage spaces. We have everything you need to bring your next project to life in the Bay.

The Bay of Plenty has been chosen as the filming location for several well-known productions, including "Pete's Dragon" and "Mulan." With our stunning landscapes, growing infrastructure, talented crew, and friendly locals, it's easy to see why so many productions choose the Bay of Plenty as their filming destination.

Film Bay of Plenty is the regional film office representing the Bay of Plenty, and we are here to help you make the most out of everything our region has to offer. With our extensive knowledge in all areas of film production, we can assist you with location scouting, film permitting, crew and service provision, advocacy, and liaison with local government and communities.

The Bay of Plenty offers a strong and inviting package to producers and content creators, with its film-friendly environment and support from local councils. We are committed to increasing the depth and skill of the local crew in order to service productions of all sizes.

If you choose to film in the Bay of Plenty, you will have access to a variety of production hubs and a studio suitable for small to mid-sized productions. Thanks to the support of local entities, Film Bay of Plenty is able to offer services to the film industry, including production companies, local crew, and local businesses.

We believe in weaving a future together, and we are dedicated to supporting the growth and success of the film industry in the Bay of Plenty.

Explore our website to learn more about why you should film here, the screen incentives available, regional information, filming permits, productions filmed in the Bay of Plenty, and our production guide.

Choose Film Bay of Plenty as your partner in bringing your vision to life in one of the most stunning filming destinations in New Zealand.