Canterbury Challenges Govt on Resource Reforms | Christchurch News

Environment Canterbury is sounding the alarm, demanding the Government preserve regional power and environmental safeguards in its upcoming resource management overhaul — especially after ditching long-standing iwi agreements. Minister Chris Bishop’s move to scrap Mana Whakahono ā Rohe deals, despite select committee advice and iwi partnerships since 2016, has sparked backlash. Councils now face limited, “guarded” new agreements, while Canterbury’s chair warns of a dangerous centralization risk and potential erosion of environmental protections. With the final rules still to be written, Environment Canterbury insists on a balanced system that fuels investment without sacrificing stewardship — and they’re watching every move. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9d1ade774fb55151