CERA – earthquake recovery strategy launched *

New Zealand - June 29 2012
The CERA Recovery Strategy for Greater Christchurch has now been launched.

Co-authors: Andrew Beatson, Marija Batistich, David McGregor.

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Better Local Government - amendment bill *

New Zealand - June 29 2012
The Better Local Government reforms seek to refocus the purpose of local government, introduce financial prudence requirements and stronger governance for local authorities.

Co-authors: Andrew Beatson, Marija Batistich, David McGregor.

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Reminder of care to be taken with public notices and consultation *

New Zealand - June 29 2012
The High Court has set aside three decisions of the Wellington City Council relating to the rezoning of a former landfill and depot site and an associated resource consent application for earthworks.

Co-authors: Andrew Beatson, Marija Batistich, David McGregor.

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EEZ Bill - Report of the Select Committee and discussion document for the Regulations *

New Zealand - June 29 2012
The Local Government and Environment Select Committee recently released its report on the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Continental Shelf (Environmental Effects) Bill (the Bill).

Co-authors: Andrew Beatson, Marija Batistich, David McGregor.

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Land and Water Forum report *

New Zealand - June 29 2012
On 18 May the Land and Water Forum released its second report about freshwater management.

Co-authors: Andrew Beatson, Marija Batistich, David McGregor.

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