AndreaBozzo/ceres-open-data-index huggingface dataset:
Groundwater Management Unit - Secondary

Updated nightly. While this layer is a live layer and updated nightly, please note, once this data is downloaded it becomes static information. GMUs are generally mapped to follow surface water catchment boundaries and geological features (e.g., surface boundaries, fault lines). The region’s water demand distribution is also used to inform the size of the GMU, i.e., areas with higher water demand will be divided into smaller GMUs to more sustainably manage cumulative effects. Primary GMUs are identified across the whole region. Secondary (upper) GMUs are located above the Primary GMUs in a limited number of locations, based on the feasibility of productive groundwater bores being installed in both layers, current (or potential for) demand from both layers and the degree of hydraulic separation between the aquifers. The sustainable groundwater allocation availability is based on a simple water balance approach, guided by a conceptual understanding of regional hydrogeological and hydrological processes. A portion of the annual rainfall recharge to the groundwater system is set aside to maintain flows to springs and streams. The remaining groundwater volume was then allocated as 15% in coastal areas and 25% inland. The mass water balance for each groundwater catchment has been calculated by PDP. Details of the calculation methodology is provided in the report [Groundwater Allocation Limits for the Bay of Plenty Region]. ETL Name is ‘Groundwater Management Unit - Secondary’ and is set to run daily. Field descriptions * Groundwater Unit Code: An identifying code for each groundwater management unit (GMU). * Groundwater Management Unit: Spatial area which is assigned a common groundwater sustainable yield for the purpose of groundwater allocation accounting. * Freshwater Management Unit: the freshwater management unit each GMU falls within. * Available Allocation (Mm3/y): the amount of water available to be allocated in million cubic metres per year (Mm3/y). * Allocated Groundwater (Mm3/y): that amount of water already allocated via consents in Mm3/y. * Allocation Remaining (Mm3/y): the amount of water still available to be allocated. Allocation Remaining (Mm3/y) = Available Allocation (Mm3/y) - Allocated Groundwater (Mm3/y). * Allocated Groundwater (%): the percentage of available allocation that has been allocated. * Allocation Status: a description of the allocation status based on Allocated Ground
Seagrass

Abundance of seagrass in the Ohiwa and Tauranga Harbours from 1943 to 1999. 1944, 1959, 1996, 2011, 2022 and 2023 are for the full harbour areas and have density information. The rest of the years are for Te Puna and/or Tuapiro only and show only the seagrass extents with no density information.
Geothermal Exclusion Zone

As per the [Rotorua Geothermal Regional Plan] Rule 13.5.3(b)(ii) - The bore abstraction of geothermal water within the geothermal mass abstraction exclusion zone, being that area circumscribed by a circle of 1.5 kilometre radius measured from the centre of Pohutu Geyser, shall be considered as having an adverse effect on the environment and is a prohibited activity.
Intertidal Mud Content (percent)

The estimated extent of intertidal sediment mud content in Bay of Plenty estuaries graded using the NZ Estuarine Trophic Index. 2018 - 2021 Very good (0 - 5% mud) = 2, Good (5 - 15% mud) = 10, Fair (15 - 25% mud) = 20, Poor (25 - 50% mud) = 37, Very Poor (50 - 100% mud) = 75.
Land Use (BOPRC 2017)

This layer began from a combination of landcare groundtruthed data, lcdb4 and agribase data. This was then used as a base dataset to begin the next phase which was digitising the land use from imagery. 2011, 2014, 2016 imagery, Google Earth and Google Street View was used where available (at times the imagery used was recorded in the data). The digitized landuse was then verified by BOPRC Land Management Staff. A series of ground truthing exercises were conducted to help validate some areas and also classify areas that were unknown. Not all of the data has been verified as correct or has been groundtruthed. Land use may have changed since the dates of the aerial photos used to digitize the layer and may have been incorrectly categorised. However this is the only complete and best information available. It is a work in progress.
Threatened freshwater dependent flora

The threatened species flora and fauna data is contained in 4 datasets: * Biodiversity - Threatened Freshwater Dependent Flora * Biodiversity - Threatened Freshwater Fauna - Critical Habitat (NoFish) * Biodiversity - Threatened Lamprey - Distribution * Biodiversity - Threatened Shortjaw Kokopu - Distribution. These datasets identify 16 critical freshwater habitats for 13 freshwater dependent threatened flora species, 18 critical freshwater habitats for four freshwater dependent threatened fauna species (excluding fish and freshwater invertebrates), and two threatened fish species in the Bay of Plenty. Freshwater dependent threatened flora Ahikā Consulting 2021 identified 33 candidates for inclusion as freshwater dependent threatened flora in the BOP region. These species and their associated locality records were critically assessed by BoPRC Senior Environmental Scientist and DOC Flora Technical Advisor for their likelihood of presence/persistence in these habitats. The analysis excluded 20 species from Ahikā Consulting’s 2021 report based on being non-freshwater, unlikely to persist in the region, or not occurring in the region. More recently (2023/2024), a further five species have been excluded due to downgraded conservation threat status. All sites with reliable records of freshwater dependent flora species were included. Ahikā Consulting Report 2021 The 2021 Ahikā Consulting Report compiled a metadataset based on observation records, excluding fish and invertebrate species. This dataset was derived from 23 sources, including Auckland Museum collections, BOPRC EPT, BOPRC Key Biodiversity Flora Sites, BoPRC Marsh Bird, CHR Allan Herbarium, DoC databases, eBird, iNaturalist, MBIS Marine Fauna and Flora observations around New Zealand, MPI Protected species bycatch in New Zealand fisheries, National Vegetation Survey, NERMN, NIWA Invertebrate Type Collection, NIWA Freshwater Fish Database, and NZ Arthropod Collection. Permission for data usage was granted through Creative Commons or obtained from hosting organisations. While the dataset cannot be shared directly, it serves as a foundation for identifying water bodies that support threatened or rare freshwater-dependent species. For more information on this processes see: [Mapping threatened and rare freshwater-dependednt flora and fauna within the Bay of Plenty Region - December 2021 - Ahika Consulting] ETL Name is ‘Biodiversity - threatened freshwater dependent flora’. This is not set to run on a schedule as the data does not change often. If it does change please manually run the ETL job.
Consent Mangrove Removal Boundary - Care Group

The area within which mangroves can be removed by the Estuary Care Groups under the Resource Consent.The areas were digitised based on the following consent documents: Consent--Expiry--Group63941 --Dec 2016 Tanner’s Point/Athenree64154--Mar 2017 --Uretara64912--Jun 2017 --Morton Prestidge65026 --Dec 2017 --Ōmokoroa and Mangawhai Bay64546 --Mar 2017 --Te Puna65219--Mar 2018--Matua65220--Mar 2018 --Waikareao65372--Apr 2018--Waimapu65389--Apr 2018--Welcome Bay62776--Expired --WaikarakaAreas last updated in Jan 2018 (GSP-545909). For any queries regarding these areas, please contact the Tauranga Catchment manager.
Taupō District Council Land

The Taupo District Council possesses ownership and oversight of a broad spectrum of land holdings, comprising commercial, urban, rural, residential, and reserve zones. These properties play an integral role in the district's infrastructure and advancement, serving multifaceted purposes that contribute to the well-being of both the local populace and external stakeholders. Commercial land encompasses designated areas tailored for business enterprises, retail hubs, and other commercial endeavours, serving as pivotal drivers for economic progress and investment attraction. Urban land encompasses indispensable spaces essential for the operation and expansion of urban locales, including public facilities and structures. Residential land provides a spectrum of housing opportunities, catering to diverse demographic needs, from accommodations for senior citizens to upscale residences, thereby fostering community stability and expansion. The district also boasts an array of reserves, encompassing parks and natural preserves, crucial for environmental conservation efforts and recreational pursuits. The Council undertakes the stewardship of these diverse land holdings, with a commitment to preserving their innate beauty and ecological significance, ensuring accessibility and enjoyment for all. Furthermore, the Council administers land on behalf of various external entities, fostering collaborative relationships that yield mutual benefits for the broader community. Through its conscientious management of these varied land typologies, the Council endeavours to uphold the district's vibrancy, sustainability, and inclusivity, thereby cultivating an environment conducive to living, working, and visiting.