The Minister for Infrastructure has referred the first two non-listed projects into the Fast-track approval process under the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024.

The Government has launched a new work programme designed to “improve public infrastructure asset management.

The Public Works (Critical Infrastructure) Amendment Bill was introduced to Parliament on Monday 12 May.  The policy objective of the Bill is to streamline the land acquisition process under the Public Works Act 1981 for critical infrastructure projects (listed in the Bill). 

Changes to the Wildlife Act will ensure important development projects, such as building new solar and wind farms, continue supporting our growing economy while protecting precious wildlife.

The Commissioner has provided feedback on the Treasury’s Long-term Insights Briefing focused on the fiscal risks posed by climate change.

Calling all natural hazard researchers! The Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake is now accepting expressions of interest for their Biennial Grants funding round.

The Water Services Authority – Taumata Arowai has begun consulting on proposed changes to the current Acceptable Solutions compliance options for rural water supplies.

The Government is investing in Antarctic research to better understand changes on the icy continent and how they could affect New Zealand.

The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment has written to Ministers recommending they start work on developing a federated system for environmental information.

New Zealanders are invited to share their views on proposed changes to the key legislation regulating waste and litter in the country.

As part of the research for his report, Alt-F Reset: Examining the drivers of forestry in New Zealand, the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment commissioned Concept Consulting to model price forecasts for the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).

The Northwest Rapid Transit Investment Case for West Auckland will include a busway alongside State Highway 16 between Brigham Creek and the city centre, with a park and ride station at Brigham Creek and stations at Westgate, Royal Road, Lincoln Road, Te Atatū, Point Chevalier and Western Springs.