RMA Reform: Review of the Submissions // Grant McCallum, National Party

This episode explores the recent submissions and discussions around New Zealand's proposed Resource Management Act (RMA) reforms, local government reform, and the integration of environmental and indigenous rights considerations. Grant McCallum, Deputy Chair of the Environment Select Committee, provides insights into the legislative process, stakeholder concerns, and future implications. "Most people support the intent of the bill," say Grant McCallum. "We need to tidy up some of the permitted activities but National Policy Statements will set the real standards in the end." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context of RMA Reforms01:22 Submissions and Community Feedback on RMA Reforms05:10 Key Issues and Concerns Raised07:35 Local Government Reform and Its Implications Resources Resource Management Act (RMA) Reforms - Official Document - https://www.govt.nz/bills-and-laws/bills/proposed-resource-management-act-reforms/New Zealand Environment Ministry - https://www.mfe.govt.nz/ CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.