The government has released a proposed National Policy Statement for Indigenous Biodiversity (“NPSIB”).

In early November 2019 Tilt Renewables marked the commencement of construction at Waipipi Wind Farm in Taranaki (formerly known as Waverley Wind Farm). ChanceryGreen is thrilled to have assisted Tilt Renewables to consent the wind farm.

In a recent decision of the Environment Court, Judge Kirkpatrick considered whether it is appropriate for privately-owned land to be zoned as open space where the landowner does not agree to the zoning. The decision includes detailed analysis on the tensions between private and public interests in privately-owned land, and the nature and scope of planning restrictions that can be imposed on its use.

The Government’s proposed comprehensive overhaul of the resource management system attracted significant media attention when it was launched late last month. This article briefly summarises what we know about the review (and what we don’t know), and where things are headed.

Cabinet has recently approved the drafting of a new National Environmental Standard for Marine Aquaculture. The NES will fundamentally change how replacement consent applications will be dealt with when ‘reconsenting’ existing aquaculture farms.

The Department of Conservation is currently seeking public feedback on its discussion document on proposals for a new biodiversity strategy for Aotearoa New Zealand.