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    Resource Management Act changes allow for insignificant breaches of a district plan.

    Issuing of a notice under the new RMA provisions requires similar time and effort to a resource consent application. .
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Special fast-track process for CERA Bill

    A special fast-track procedure will be followed to have the legislation setting up the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (CERA) passed by Thursday. The Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Bill sets up CERA as a new government department to be based in Christchurch and dedicated to the task of ensuring that the city is rebuilt and restored to full working order as expeditiously as possible.
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Chapman Tripp
    Chapman Tripp
Article

The future of commercial leasing arrangements in NZ

What does climate change mean for the future of commercial leasing arrangements in NZ? What is a green lease?
New ZealandEnvironment
Cavell Leitch
Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Are Roundup and other glyphosate-based pesticides safe?

    This debate over the herbicide glyphosate in the US and the EU is of interest to many in the NZ agricultural industry.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Duncan Cotterill
    Duncan Cotterill
  • Article

    Full steam ahead for Resource Management Act (RMA) reform

    The Government is aiming to have the most significant overhaul of the Resource Management Act since the Act's inception.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Chapman Tripp
    Chapman Tripp
  • Article

    Take 19 – another Resource Management Amendment Act

    This Bill repeals the collaborative planning process and replaces it with a specialised planning process for freshwater.
    New ZealandEnergy and Natural Resources
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    A glimpse into the Resource Management Act (RMA) Phase Two reforms

    This Brief Counsel provides a quick overview of the recommendations of the report on sections 6 and 7of the RMA.
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Chapman Tripp
    Chapman Tripp
  • Article

    Five Reasons Why You Should Aim for High ESG Performance

    Develop a clear strategy with measurable goals, and regularly report on progress to maintain transparency and accountability.
    New ZealandEnvironment
    LegalVision
    LegalVision
  • Article

    Insurance Promotes Environmental Compliance

    A record-breaking fine for dumping contaminated earthquake waste in Christchurch is the outcome of a District Court ruling.
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Duncan Cotterill
    Duncan Cotterill
  • Article

    Muscle beyond mussels – new Aquaculture Bill has long reach

    The Aquaculture Legislation Amendment Bill (the Bill) contains measures which will have reach beyond aquaculture – particularly in relation to managing allocation where there is high demand for, or high pressure on, resources
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Chapman Tripp
    Chapman Tripp
  • Article

    New Zealand Supreme Court Releases Smith v Fonterra & Ors Decision On Novel Climate Change Claims

    In a unanimous judgment, the Supreme Court of New Zealand has overturned the Court of Appeal's decision, which struck out Mr Smith's three tortious claims against seven corporate defendants.
    New ZealandLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
    Travers Smith LLP
    Travers Smith LLP
  • Article

    Building ESG compliance in the construction industry

    With our ever changing environmental status and growing social concerns, this change is now a reality.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    Saving the world one patent at a time

    Considers the application of patent laws as means for prtotecting and developing clean technologies.
    New ZealandIntellectual Property
    James & Wells Intellectual Property
    James & Wells Intellectual Property
  • Article

    Shell directors sued over flawed climate strategy: What does this mean for NZ directors?

    If you are the director of a company in New Zealand, you are subject to a range of legal duties under company law.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    LegalVision
    LegalVision
  • Article

    Does NZ do enough to promote clean technologies?

    Many overseas governments are rewarding innovation in clean, green technologies through the patent system. But is New Zealand keeping up?
    New ZealandEnvironment
    James & Wells Intellectual Property
    James & Wells Intellectual Property
  • Article

    Government proposes national environmental standard for outdoor tyre storage

    When tyres are stored outdoors, they pose a fire risk and can leach toxic substances into the soil and harbour pests.
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    Resource management compliance advice for farmers: dealing with awkward questions from a Council Monitoring Officer

    Council monitoring officer visits have become a normal part of farm life.
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Duncan Cotterill
    Duncan Cotterill
  • Article

    The Severe Weather Emergency Act – amendments with unexpected consequences

    Severe Weather Emergency Legislation Act 2023 (the Act) was passed into law on 20 March 2023,
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    To approve or not to approve (resource activity); that is the question

    If you require resource consent, it is generally considered beneficial to try to obtain written approvals under the RMA.
    New ZealandEnvironment
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    Fast-track to Prosperity?

    New Fast-track legislation is to be the 2nd phase of the National-led Government's RM reform package.
    New ZealandGovernment, Public Sector
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
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