January 10th, 2026

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The debate is set against a backdrop of increasing tension between the need for economic recovery and the imperative of environmental conservation.
Resource Management Act
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Environmental concerns at the forefront as New Zealand debates significant RMA reforms

The New Zealand government's announcement of forthcoming amendments to the Resource Management Act (RMA), aimed at reducing regulatory burdens and fostering economic development, has...

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