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The new RMA: Updates on Planning and Natural Environment Bills

23 July 2026

The Select Committee has now reported back on the two Bills intended to replace the Resource Management Act.

This marks a significant step in the reform process and provides greater clarity on what the proposed system will look like, how it is intended to operate, and the pathway to implementation.

With the Government committed to passing the Bills and limited sitting days remaining in Parliament, the timeframe for enactment is likely to be compressed. We are currently reviewing the detail of the Committee’s recommendations and the implications of the new regime.

For a concise overview of the key differences between the RMA and the new regime and why they matter, please read our guide:

The new RMA: Updates on Planning and Natural Environment Bills

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