Events Calendar


Rethinking the RMA: the need for enduring reform
Apr
16

Rethinking the RMA: the need for enduring reform

In January this year the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment put out a think piece entitled ‘Rethinking the RMA: the need for enduring reform’. This questioned whether the RMA had failed, commented on the role of local government, argued that the environment needs to be at the centre of any reform and promoted a cross party approach.

In another year where RM reform will dominate a lot of our professional discussions, the Wellington branches of the RMLA and NZPI have invited Rebecca Thornley from the PCE’s office to speak to us about this think piece.

Rebecca is the General Counsel for the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment. Rebecca is a public law expert, with extensive experience in law reform, having provided legal support to various public service agencies including NZDF, Public Service Commission, DPMC and the Crown Law Office.  

Free event but seating is limited. Registrations close 11 April 2024.

CPD available: 1 hour

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Enviromental Policy & Law Reform
Apr
30

Enviromental Policy & Law Reform

Following the Government’s announcement of a new direction for resource management and planning legislation, the Environmental Policy & Law Reform Conference is a high-level event that will provide all of the key updates and analysis on what is expected from the reform.

  • Explore the new Coalition Government's vision for resource management for environmental protection

  • Learn about plans for the introduction of a new fast-track consenting regime

  • Hear a broad range of expert and industry perspectives on the proposed changes and new system vision

  • Examine the role of the proposed changes in improving infrastructure planning and consenting

  • Understand other additional changes to environmental policy and regulation: Freshwater, climate, biodiversity

Can't make it to Wellington? Virtual Ticket Option Available from $899+gst

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Hui aa Motu
Jan
20

Hui aa Motu

Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII has called a Hui-aa-Motu for Te Iwi Maaori. The key kaupapa is kotahitanga - a hui for national unity.

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Council Round-Up 2023
Nov
10

Council Round-Up 2023

November 10, 2023, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Cavell Leitch, Level 3, 111 Cashel Mall, Christchurch (opposite Ballantynes and next to the Cashell Pharmacy, BNZ Five Lanes)

RMLA Canterbury-Westland are again holding a Council Round-up for 2023.

Representatives from Environment Canterbury, Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council, Waimakariri District Council and Ashburton District Council (at least) will appear to speak with members.

As now seems to be the case in most years, with all that goes on in the region, there’s bound to be something of interest to all members. From the now-we-have-them-perhaps-tomorrow-we-wont RMA reforms/NBEA-SPA enactments, to the latest on intensification implementation, plan changes and ongoing (or recently decided, with appeals remaining to be resolved) plan reviews, to updates on approaches to interpretation and consenting following recent (and not so recent now?) Court decisions. There’s even the pre-SPA Greater Christchurch spatial plan! Each council representative will, again, be able to enlighten attendees on their cause(s) de’ jour and matters of interest, and how we, as professionals can do our bit to keep the planning wheels turning.

As in previous years we’re encouraging full and frank discussion and questions by employing Chatham House rules, which also mean we will not be streaming or recording the event.

Please Register as seating is limited.

CPD points (1): please retain a copy of your event registration details for the purpose of completing your own CPDPR. A useful template for this can be found on the New Zealand Law Society website (www.lawsociety.org.nz/cpd)”

See you at the 2023 Round-up!

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