Events Calendar
RMLA offers a range of events throughout the year, including regional networking opportunities, national roadshows, the Salmon Lectures, and our annual conference. You will also find selected third-party events listed here where we consider they may be of interest to our members.
Many RMLA events may be eligible for Continuing Professional Development. Each individual is responsible for maintaining their own CPD plan and record. For legal practitioners, the New Zealand Law Society provides a useful CPD template on its website.
Anti-harassment and discrimination Policy: for anyone attending an RMLA hosted or co-hosted event, please be aware of our policy - read here.
True North | Te pae Tawhiti, Whaia Kia Tata | RMLA Conference (Copy)
In times of significant change, direction matters. The 2026 RMLA Conference invites practitioners, decision-makers and leaders to gather in Te Pēwhairangi / Bay of Islands, Northland, to consider what lies ahead for resource management in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Pathways to Practice – Breakfast with Barristers
Pathways to Practice is designed to explore the diverse ways professionals can build and shape their careers within the resource management field.
The Conservation Amendment Bill - What it Means for Use, Development and Concessions
Join us for a one-hour webinar unpacking what these reforms mean in practice — for concessionaires, developers, advisers, and anyone with an interest in how the conservation estate is managed.
EDS Conference - Beyond the Election
The 2026 EDS conference, “Beyond the election: A new mandate for our environment” will have a strong focus on the next term of government.
YRMLA Wellington - National Infrastructure Plan Presentation
The Young RMLA Wellington invites all early in career practitioners to a presentation from the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission / Te Waihanga on 28 May 2026 at 1:00pm.
Getting the best out of community consultation - mitigating downstream risks to projects
In recent years, community engagement has shifted beyond procedural compliance with statutory consultation. It is emerging as a strategic area of expertise that, when done well, builds public trust and local buy-in – helping to reduce downstream risks to project implementation. It can foster a more authentic understanding of a project’s social impact across communities.
Key Submission Points on new RM Bills (see new webinar date below)
RMLA’s high level submission points on the reform.
