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1. 2021-03-11 Nga Runanga - opening submissions [pdf, 443 KB]

   ...values’, ‘Kāi Tahu values’ or ‘Schedule 1’, or ‘Schedule 1D’ …I note that the RPW includes several other restricted activity rules which include, as a matter of discretion, “Any adverse effect of the activity on: (i) Any natural and human use value identified in Schedule 1 for any affected water body”. Further, restricted discretionary activity rule 12.C.2.4 includes a matter of discretion that states ‘Any adverse effect…on any natural or human use value, incl...

2. [2019] NZEnvC 167 Western Bay of Plenty District Council v Bay of Plenty Regional Council [pdf, 13 MB]

   ...is qualitative rather than quantitative and there is no score to become 'outstanding'. This is a complex process requiring the exercise of judgement in a multi-dimensional framework. Outstanding natural features and landscapes can include human modifications (including activities) or otherwise be influenced by cultural associations, whether historical or modern. Natural science Assessment factors Representativeness: Natural features and landscapes that are clearly and recogn...

3. PC8 Urban Common Bundle - Volume 4 [pdf, 13 MB]

   ...District Plan: (i) Resource Management (National Environmental Standards for Electricity Transmission Activities) Regulations 2009. (ii) Resource Management (National Environmental Standard for Assessing and Managing Contaminants in Soil to Protect Human Health) Regulations 2011. (iii) Resource Management (National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities) Regulations 2016. (iv) Resource Management (National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry) Regulat...

4. Ministry of Justice annual report 2019-20 [pdf, 9.3 MB]

   ...unique constitutional responsibilities are reflected in the wide-reaching and often complex scope of our Ministry’s mahi. We support the judiciary and maintain the integrity of the courts and tribunals. We provide policy advice on legislation, human rights and justice matters to the Executive branch of government and to Parliament. We also support the Electoral Commission in preparing for elections. It’s been a busy and challenging year for Aotearoa. I’m proud of how our people h...

5. BORA Parental Leave and Employment Protection Amendment Bill [pdf, 27 KB]

   ...copy of this opinion for referral to the Minister of Justice. A copy is also attached for referral to the Minister of Labour, if you agree. Melanie Gudsell Margaret Dugdale Principal Legal Adviser Manager Office of Legal Counsel Bill of Rights/Human Rights Team Cc Minister of Justice Minister of Labour In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a r...

6. BORA Holidays Amendment Bill [pdf, 87 KB]

   ...referral to the Minister of Justice. A copy of the opinion is also attached for referral to the Minister of Labour, if you agree. Roger Palairet Acting Chief Legal Counsel Office of Legal Counsel Joanna Gould Senior Legal Adviser Bill of Rights/Human Rights Team CC Minister of Justice Minister of Labour In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a...

7. BORA Property Law Bill [pdf, 344 KB]

   ...executing a deed, appointing an attorney or acting as an attorney. Clause 22 is accordingly prima facie inconsistent with the right to be free from discrimination on the basis of age as affirmed by s 19 of the Bill of Rights and s 21(1)(i) of the Human Rights Act 1993. However, we consider this inconsistency is justified in terms of s 5 of the Bill of Rights. 4. Clause 22’s objective is to ensure the actions of executing a deed, appointing an attorney or acting as an attorney, are done...

8. BORA Student Loan Scheme Amendment Bill [pdf, 360 KB]

   ...concluded that the provisions in the Bill appear to be consistent with the rights and freedoms contained in the Bill of Rights Act. Melanie Webb Manager, Ministerial Advice Office of Legal Counsel Margaret Dugdale Policy Manager, Bill of Rights/Human Rights Public Law Group In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a report should be made to Parli...

9. BORA Fisheries Act 1996 Amendment Bill [pdf, 269 KB]

   ...7. We have concluded that the Bill appears to be consistent with the rights and freedoms contained in the Bill of Rights Act. Melanie Webb Manager, Ministerial Advice Office of Legal Counsel Margaret Dugdale Policy Manager, Bill of Rights/Human Rights Public Law Group In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a report should be made to Parliamen...

10. CCRG - email 28 August 2018 [pdf, 218 KB]

    ...our history. In addition, the legacy space would provide a superb, sheltered and very accessible public waterfront area connecting Eastern Wharf, the Maritime Museum and the William C Daldy. The City Centre Residents' Group does not have the human or financial resources to participate in the further processes involved in the Environment Court hearing for the America's Cup and can advise that we do not intend to be represented at the hearings in September. We will continue our...