Articles tagged with Environmental Defence Society
New Zealand Removes Land Disposal Provisions to Protect Conservation Areas
1 month ago | 344 viewsThe New Zealand Government will remove provisions related to the disposal or exchange of conservation land from the Conservation Amendment Bill in response to public concerns. Conservation Minister Tama Potaka emphasized the importance of protecting iconic landscapes and committed to working with environmental groups, stakeholders, and iwi to balance economic development with strong conservation outcomes. The bill, currently under parliamentary review, aims to modernize conservation land management and improve environmental outcomes while ensuring clarity and public support.
Tags: Tama Potaka Conservation Amendment Bill New Zealand Conservation Minister Environmental Defence Society Forest and Bird conservation land conservation legislation economic development parliamentary select committeeNew Zealand’s New Planning System to Boost Growth, Simplify Consents & Protect Environment
7 months ago | 703 viewsNew Zealand is overhauling its Resource Management Act 1991 with a new planning system designed to simplify consents, speed up infrastructure and housing development, and strengthen property rights while protecting the environment. The reforms include fewer, faster plans, clearer national direction, mandatory regional spatial plans, and a new Planning Tribunal to reduce red tape and improve accountability, aiming to boost GDP by up to $3.1 billion annually by 2050. The government plans to introduce the bills to Parliament soon, with national policy direction and standards to follow, inviting public consultation through the Select Committee process.
Tags: Chris Bishop Simon Court Janette Campbell New Zealand Resource Management Act RMA Reform Planning Tribunal Environmental Defence Society Expert Advisory Group