Following the release of the Environment Select Committee reports on the Natural Environment and Planning Bills, attention is now turning to what the reported-back reforms may mean in practice.

To support that discussion, RMLA is pleased to invite members to an RMLA Reform Webinar – Panel Discussion at 12.00pm – 1:15pm on Monday 3 August. This webinar will provide a timely opportunity to hear from an experienced panel of speakers as they reflect on the reported-back version of the Natural Environment and Planning Bills, and what the direction of travel may mean across different parts of the resource management system.

We are delighted to be joined by:

• Dr Mahina-a-rangi Baker, Managing Director at Te Kōnae.

• Liam Hodgetts, Chief Planning Officer, Wellington City Council.

• Jo Mooar, Senior Legal Counsel, Transpower NZ Limited.

• Dr Greg Severinsen, Reform Director, Environmental Defence Society.

Each speaker will provide short reflections on the reported-back Bills from their area of expertise, followed by a broader panel discussion and an opportunity for questions from members. We expect this to be a valuable and practical conversation for those working through what the reforms may mean for day-to-day resource management practice, implementation and decision-making.

This webinar is free to attend and open to all interested participants, whether or not you are an RMLA member.

Please register early to secure your place.