Coastal Planning and Development Forum

About

With over 15,000 kms of coastline, our coastal areas represent boundless economic opportunities. With changes to coastal management strategy on the horizon, it is crucial to elevate the discussion regarding the utilisation vs. preservation of one of our greatest assets.

With this in mind, Conferenz is proud to bring you the inaugural Coastal Planning & Development Forum. Designed to examine the impacts of the latest developments on future coastal activity within New Zealand, this is your opportunity to:

  • Delve into the advancements of coastal area policy 
  • Gain insight into the core considerations of key stakeholders in what they need to reach their full potential
  • Examine how lessening environmental impacts can compliment the growing demands of our coastal communities

Agenda

Agenda: Day 1

8:30am

Registration & coffee

9:00am

Opening remarks from the Chair

Robert Makgill, Director, NorthSouth Environmental Law

9:10am

The value of the coastal areas to the New Zealand economy

New Zealand is known internationally for its scenic landscapes, high quality produce and recreational facilities - all of which can be found along our coast lines. But what is the true value of this incredible asset? Professor Basil Sharp aims to give us an indication of just how much our coastal area is worth to both local and national GDP, as well as its future potential.

Professor Basil Sharp, Associate Professor & Lecturer - Department of Economics, University of Auckland

10:00am

EPA Keynote: Our role in coastal area management (Keynote)

How the EPA fits in to New Zealand’s Environmental Management Regime
The EPA’s role in the Coastal Marine Area and possible role in the EEZ
EPA’s relationship with Regional and District Councils
How Boards of Inquiry relate to the EPA and the Environment Court
The Māori Advisory function within the EPA

Rob Forlong, Chief Executive, Environmental Protection Authority

10:40am

Morning Tea

11:00am

Living NZCPS 2010’s strategic planning policy

The NZCPS 2010 establishes and solidifies the key priorities for district and regional councils in future management of coastal areas. Shonagh Kenderdine takes you through the CPS and evaluates how planners can utilise this to strike a compromise between what can be seen as mutually exclusive objectives within the NZCPS.
The stipulations of the CPS
Areas of conflict
Making the call: Achieving the ideal compromise

Shonagh Kenderdine, former Environment Court Judge

11:50am

International Keynote: Coastal zone management strategies in Tasmania (Keynote)

Tasmania’s coastlines are home to essential infrastructure, prime real estate and highly endemic and diverse wildlife – incredible assets which are under threat from a range of factors including climate change, sea level rise and inundation. This session is your chance to learn how Tasmania’s regional councils are rallying to manage both natural and built assets.

Melanie Brown, Senior Policy Officer, Local Government Association of Tasmania - Presentation to follow please check back later.

12:40pm

Lunch

1:30pm

An environmental impact assessment of coastal activities in the Canterbury region

Dr Hamish Rennie provides insight into the environmental impact of coastal developments in the Canterbury region, with particular focus on:
The Regional Coastal Environment Plan
Difficult development impacts to manage
The impact of the Canterbury earthquakes
Implications of the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Strategy

Dr Hamish Rennie, Senior Lecturer - Environmental Management & Planning, Lincoln University

2:10pm

Case study: Environmentally friendly coastal development (Case Study)

Preserving the natural character of the coastal area and satisfying the demand for more coastal property can often be seen as opposing goals.
James Lunday shows what urban designers and developers are doing to minimise environmental impact whilst catering to the needs of ever expanding communities.

James Lunday, Principal, Common Ground Studio

2:50

Afternoon Tea

3:10pm

A developer’s perspective on coastal development

Increasing populations, visitor traffic and job opportunities in coastal areas are putting pressure on community resources and living space, pressure which local government and coastal developers must work together to address. Leigh Hopper gives you an overview of the market trends in coastal development, focusing on:
Key areas and classes of development
Trends in planning: Low intensity + widespread development or high intensity + concentrated development?
How is coastal development affecting amenity values?

Leigh Hopper, Managing Director, Hopper Developments

3:50pm

Examining the knowledge and management of the Hauraki Gulf Forum

The Hauraki Gulf Forum recently published its three yearly state of the environment report. This presentation will explain the report’s findings about the Gulf’s current state, whether our knowledge and management responses are adequate, and how we might achieve improved environmental health.

Tim Higham, Hauraki Gulf Forum Manager, Auckland Council

4.30pm

Case study: A critical analysis of co-management with Tāngata Whenua (Case Study)

Keir Volkerling examines the Hauraki Gulf Forum, a statutory body which includes Tāngata Whenua membership, as an example of co-management. To what extent is this successful, and what lessons can be learnt from it? Broader questions are considered including:
How can engagement with Māori add value to environmental management?
How can mainstream agencies effectively include Tāngata Whenua values and perspectives?

Keir Volkerling, Iwi Development & Resource Management Consultant

4:40pm

End of Day 1 and networking drinks

Agenda: Day 2

9:00am

Welcome back from the Chair

Robert Makgill, Director, NorthSouth Environmental Law

9:05am

Determining the appropriate level of engagement with Tāngata Whenua in coastal activities

Morrie Love explores how to determine the level of collaboration needed to go beyond the letter of the law in Iwi engagement and ensure the entire community benefits from the coastal activities in the region.
Legislative requirements
Social and cultural requirements
Establishing a conversation: Ensuring feedback is developed and maintained

Morrie Love, Managing Director, Raukura Consultants

9:50am

Legal Updates: Legal update 1: Marine & Coastal (Takutai Moana) Area Act

“An experiment in political and legal alchemy….the Act seeks to translate –but also transform – customary, common law and the Treaty of Waitangi rights into a self-contained statutory regime.” This session addresses how the above laws and rights interact under the Act and what the implications are for those wishing to partner with Iwi in future coastal activities.
How does the Act work?
The process of recognition
Areas of potential conflict
Impact of the Act on coastal planning and development

Presented by Dr Royden Somerville QC, Barrister
Presentation co-authored by Katia Fraser, Director, NorthSouth Environmental Law

10:40am

Morning Tea

11:00am

Legal update 3: The Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf (Environmental Effects) Bill

The EEZCS aims to establish a regulatory framework that minimises the adverse environmental effects of activities carried out in the EEZ and CS, such as petroleum exploration. This session provides an overview of the proposed Bill, the requirements it will place on operators looking to undertake activities in these areas and the implications for industry and regulators. Topics covered will include:
Filling the legislative gaps in the existing regime
Duty to avoid, remedy or mitigate adverse effects
Marine consent procedure
Economic development vs. adverse effects

Robert Makgill, Director, NorthSouth Environmental Law

11:50am

Legal update 2: Aquaculture Legislation Amendment Act

From October 2011 the Aquaculture Legislation Amendment Act will streamline the allocation of new space for aquaculture activities and expand the farming opportunities currently available. Justine Inns looks at the implications of these amendments, with particular focus on:
Changes to the RMA
Changes to adverse effects tests, negotiation and arbitration requirements
The Māori Commercial Aquaculture Settlement, forecasting and gazetting
Implications for those obtaining licenses

Justine Inns, Partner, Oceanlaw New Zealand

12:40pm

Lunch

1:25pm

Panel discussion: How should we manage our coasts? (Panel)

With increasing changes being made to the legislation governing our coastal and marine environments, questions regarding the propriety of our regulatory framework are inevitable.
What do we want and need from our legislation?
What are the areas of contention within the coastal community and how could they be addressed?
Is legislation the only means of developing more effective coastal management?

Dr Clive Howard Williams, Chief Scientist Freshwater & Coasts, NIWA
Raewyn Peart, Senior Policy Analyst, Environmental Defence Society
Dr Iain Dawe, Senior Policy Advisor (Hazards), Greater Wellington Regional Council
Sally Baguley, Project Leader, Environmental Protection Authority

2:15pm

Managing port activity: What the ports would like you to consider

Management of port activity is one of the many challenges local government faces. How can councils ensure these key elements of coastal infrastructure are provided for whilst upholding their policy obligations? Barrie provides an insight into the key challenges for New Zealand's ports, including:
The role of the ports in the economy
The move towards larger vessels
Implications of dredging channels amd reclamations
The importance of maximising efficiency and international competitiveness

Barrie Saunders, Consultant to port CEOs

3:05pm

Closing remarks from Chair and end of Conference

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