Resource Management Reform Bills
The Government has introduced two new bills to Parliament that will replace the RMA with a new resource management system – the Planning Bill and the Natural Environment Bill.
Good News in the Resource Management Space
In all the changes and proposals announced by the Government before Christmas, a bill was passed that automatically extends all existing and expired resource consents until 31 December 2027.
Queensland fruit fly response update
Update: no other flies have been found as at 13 January 2026 Rules are now in place which prohibit the movement of fruit and vegetables out of a controlled area in…
Yellow-Legged Hornet Investigation – Glenfield, Auckland
Biosecurity New Zealand is urging Aucklanders to be on the lookout for yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) following the discovery of a queen hornet in the early stages of building a…
Your voice, our direction
As the season gains momentum and we look ahead, our Annual General Meeting (AGM) – at 12pm on Friday 7 November – is fast approaching.
AGM, strategic investment, and key deadlines
I love this time of year as the weather warms up and the days draw out: there's a real sense of anticipation for the season ahead.