Tag: rma_reform
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Government Investigates Christchurch Planning Rules at Former Apollo Stadium Site
RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop launches investigation into whether Christchurch District Plan rules are blocking housing, economic growth and redevelopment of the 4.93-hectare Apollo Projects Stadium site in Addington.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentReal EstateLegalEconomy Chris BishopChristchurchApollo Projects StadiumResource Management ActPhil MaugerRMA ReformHousingNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Completes Biggest RMA National Direction Overhaul, Cutting Costs for Electricity and Telecom Networks
New Zealand finalises 16 RMA national direction instruments, introducing new standards for electricity networks and telecommunications facilities expected to save $40m-$50m in consenting costs.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEnergyComputers and InternetEnvironmentLegal Chris BishopResource Management ActNew Zealand GovernmentNational Environmental StandardsElectricity Network ActivitiesTelecommunication FacilitiesRMA Reform
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New Zealand's Planning Act and Natural Environment Act Receive Royal Assent
New Zealand's Planning Act and Natural Environment Act become law, replacing the Resource Management Act 1991 and beginning a transition to a new planning system.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentLegalReal EstateEnergy Planning ActNatural Environment ActResource Management ActChris BishopSimon CourtRMA ReformNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government Delays Head Start Local Government Reform Decisions to Early 2027
Eighteen council reorganisation proposals submitted in August need further work on representation and regional functions before Cabinet decides which progress to detailed design.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegal Head Startlocal government reformChris BishopSimon WattsRMA Reform2028 local government electionsNew Zealand Government
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RMA era ends as new planning system passes Parliament
New Zealand's Resource Management Act is replaced after 35 years as the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill pass their third reading, promising faster consents and major economic gains.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalReal EstateClimate Change Resource Management ActChris BishopSimon CourtRMA reformNew Zealand ParliamentPlanning BillNatural Environment BillNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Scraps Red Tape on Hospitality Ride Services
New Zealand ministers David Seymour and Chris Bishop announce rule changes so hospitality venues can charge for customer rides home without being treated as taxi services.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessTransportationGeneral PoliticsRegulationEmployment and LaborSocial Issues David SeymourChris BishopNew Zealand GovernmentHospitality Sector ReviewMinistry for RegulationTransportRMA Reform
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ACT's Hoggard Accuses Greens of Hypocrisy Over Farmer Consultation on RMA Reform
ACT agriculture spokesperson Andrew Hoggard says Green Party outrage over farmer consultation on RMA reform is hypocritical, noting environmental groups were also consulted on the changes.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentAgricultureOther PartiesGeneral PoliticsClimate Change ACT New ZealandAndrew HoggardGreen PartyRMA reformfarmer consultationNew Zealand agriculturerural New Zealand
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New Zealand Government Invests $294 Million in Planning System Overhaul
New Zealand's Budget 2026 allocates $294 million to replace the Resource Management Act, aiming for faster planning decisions, better natural hazard data, and significant economic growth through digital system upgrades.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsEconomyComputers and InternetClimate ChangeReal Estate GovernmentPlanning SystemRMA ReformBudget 2026Natural HazardsDigital TransformationNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government Passes Bill to Establish MCERT
New Zealand's Government passed legislation to create MCERT, merging environment, housing, transport, and local government ministries. This reform aims for integrated decision-making, balancing environmental protection with economic growth, and ensuring seamless environmental responsibilities.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEnvironmentTransportationLegalSocial Issues New Zealand GovernmentMCERTLegislationMinistry for the EnvironmentRMA ReformEnvironmental PolicyGovernment Reform
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New Zealand Government Probes Council Rules Hindering Housing and Growth
New Zealand's RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop has launched investigations into Wellington and Hamilton council planning rules, examining heritage and housing provisions that may impede development, economic growth, and job creation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyReal EstateLegalSocial Issues Chris BishopRMA ReformWellingtonHamiltonhousingheritage ruleseconomic growthNew Zealand Government
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Resource Consent Costs Reach 'Breaking Point' for New Zealand Farmers, Survey Shows
A new survey reveals that New Zealand farmers face exorbitant costs and complex processes for resource consents, averaging nearly $45,000 for new permits. Federated Farmers is calling for urgent government intervention to address the 'breaking point' situation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegalAgricultureAustralasiaState Governments Federated FarmersResource ConsentsFarmersGovernment InterventionCanterburyRMA Reform