The Council’s acceptance of the Independent Hearings Panel’s recommendations marks a significant moment for Arrowtown, following strong local opposition to the proposed height and density changes.

Sweeping changes are coming to the way New Zealand plans and develops land, manages resources, and cares for the natural environment.

On its 99th day in office, Cabinet approved the introduction of the Fast-track Approvals Bill (Bill) to the House for its First Reading. This Bill is intended to provide for a new fast-track consenting pathway that will be a ‘one-stop-shop’ for consenting and permitting processes for projects which have ‘significant national or regional benefits’.