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2 Invitation from the President of the RMLA

On behalf of the Resource Management Law Association of Inc (“RMLA”), it is my pleasure to invite you to RMLA’s twentieth Annual Conference and, in particular, to Queenstown, one of New Zealand’s top tourist destinations whose stunning scenery is inspiring and revitalising.

You will see from the theme “Altitude with attitude” that this is going to be a challenging and exciting conference where we will tackle the twin challenges of responding to the actual and projected changes in our natural environment within increasingly tight financial and time constraints.

The Conference Committee has worked hard to bring you high calibre overseas and local speakers who are experts in their particular fields and there will be seven combined fieldtrips/workshops to choose from, taking delegates in and around the Lakes District.

I look forward to seeing you at the Conference.

Blair Dickie President Resource Management Law Association of New Zealand Inc.

3 Invitation from the conference co-convenors

The Queenstown/Central Otago branch of the Resource Management Law This will be the Association’s 20th annual conference. We intend this conference Association has great pleasure in inviting you to attend the 2012 RMLA conference to be challenging and exciting and not to be missed by anyone committed to in Queenstown. the resource management profession. We look forward to welcoming you all in September 2012. The Southern Lakes and Central Otago abound with opportunities for adventure and risk taking. People flock to this part of the country from all over the world to push their limits, and challenge their resilience. There should be plenty of opportunity for those who enjoy the slopes to get a few days on one of our many fields, or to try heli-skiing.

This region also offers world-renowned wine, mining heritage and extensive areas of peaceful wilderness. In a small space of time, visitors can experience the serene quietness of Milford and Doubtful Sounds, spectacular walks through bush clad valleys, boating and fishing on our many lakes and rivers and undisturbed meanderings through old mining sites and the historic precinct of Arrowtown.

The 2012 conference will address the broad theme of risk, with a focus on better solutions for a more resilient world, and consideration of the role of environmental Jayne Macdonald and Jan Caunter, Co-convenors planning, policies and management across a variety of issues such as urban development, economic growth, tourism, agriculture and oil exploration. Field trips Robert Makgill, Queenstown/ Central Otago Branch will include journeys to Waiorau Snow Farm and the southern hemisphere vehicle Chairman testing facility, / Parkins Bay, Queenstown’s Skyline/ Gondola, Frankton Flats and Gibbston Valley. Specific training workshops based in and around Queenstown will address issues of relevance to younger RMLA practitioners and expert evidence addressing risks and predictions.

4 Conference programme

Thursday 27 September 2012

1.00pm Registration and information desk open, Millennium Hotel

2.00pm Workshop session 1: RMA reforms 1. Phase II of the RMA reforms Sue Ruston, Manager Resource Management Reform, Ministry for the Environment

2. TAG report on section 6 & 7 of the RMA Phil Mitchell, Director, Mitchell Partnersips Paul Majurey, Partner, Atkins Holm Majurey Alan Dormer, Barrister

3.00pm Afternoon tea

3.30pm – 5.00pm Workshop session 2: Plan Agility – First schedule reform Chair: Martin Williams, Barrister Peter Winder, McGredy Winder & Co Derek Nolan, Russell McVeagh Alastair Bisley, Chair Land and Water Forum

5.30pm – 7.30pm Welcome Reception Skyline Kindly sponsored by

5 Friday 28 September

8.30am Karakia 1.00pm – 3.00pm Workshop: Expert evidence addressing risks and Conference opening welcome speech predictions Rebecca Macky, Inaugural Secretary and Co-Founder of RMLA Dr Royden Somerville QC, Barristers Chambers, Dunedin Denis Nugent, Nugent Consultants Limited 9.00am Keynote Session 1: Risk and resilience: Global perspective Dr Murray Wallis, Planning and Environment Business Group Paul Gilding Manager, GHD Kindly sponsored by 1.00pm - 6.00pm Fieldtrips 10.00am Plenary Session 1: Lessons from Christchurch: Planning • Snow Farm for more resilient urban development in New Zealand • Wanaka Chair: Lauren Semple, Anderson Lloyd • Frankton Flats Rod Oram • Queenstown issues Mike Doig, Ganellen’s New Zealand • Gibbston Valley Note: This session, as with the rebuild itself, is “UNDER CONSTRUCTION” at time of printing. 6.30pm – 8.30pm Taste of Central Otago Millennium Hotel Ballroom 11.00am Morning tea Kindly sponsored by 11.15am RMLA Annual General Meeting

11.30am Plenary Session 2: Future proofing tourism Chair: Alastair Porter, Remarkables Park and Shotover Park Limited James Coddington, CEO, NZSki Limited David Kennedy, Regional General Manager – Southern, Ngai Tahu Tourism James Helmore, General Manager, Lake Wanaka Tourism Victoria Murray-Orr, Race Director, Challenge Wanaka

6 Saturday 29 September

8.30am Keynote Session 2: Altitude with attitude: Confronting 1.00pm – 3.00pm Workshop: Expert evidence addressing risks and risks in the wild predictions (repeated from Friday) Peter Hillary Dr Royden Somerville, QC, Barristers Chambers, Dunedin Apa Sherpa Denis Nugent, Nugent Consultants Limited Dr Murray Wallis, Planning and Environment Business Group 9.30am Plenary Session 3: Adapting to climate change Manager, GHD Chair: Chris Laidlaw James Renwick, Victoria University of Wellington 1.00pm - 6.00pm Fieldtrips (repeated from Friday) Andrew Tait, NIWA • Snow Farm Jean Palutikof (via live video link), National Climate Change • Wanaka Adaptation Research Facility and Professor at Griffith University • Frankton Flats Paula Hunter, National Specialist – Planning, MWH • Queenstown issues • Gibbston Valley 11.00am Morning tea 7.00pm - Midnight Conference Dinner 11.30am Plenary Session 4: Deep sea oil: Balancing protection of Queenstown Events Centre the environment and economic development Kindly sponsored by Chair: Robert Makgill, Director North South Environmental Law Rob Forlong, CEO Environmental Protection Authority David Robinson, CEO Petroleum Exploration and Production Association of New Zealand Gary Taylor, Chairman, Environmental Defence Society

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1.00pm Climbing the RMA mountain A workshop for Young RMLA Members

7 MC Keynote speaker profiles

SIMON GREEN PAUL GILDING His father used to berate him for being a jack of all trades Paul is an independent writer, corporate advisor and – but over the years not only has Simon proved that you advocate for action on climate change and sustainability. can be the master of more than one trade – but he is also a He is widely recognised as a global authority and thought shining example of a man who can Multi-Task. leader on sustainability and business and has worked with Simon has worked as Marketing Projects Manager for top the Chairs, CEOs and executives of many leading global Tourism Company Real Journeys and General Manager companies including DuPont, Diageo, BHP Billiton and Sales and Marketing for boutique beverage company Ford. Alpine Gold. He has also provided consultant marketing services for a range of local operators. During 35 years as an activist and entrepreneur he has served as CEO of a range of innovative NGO’s and companies including Greenpeace International and two More recently, Simon’s professional endeavours have tended towards the event companies he owned - Ecos Corporation and Easy Being Green. He has also served industry. He has directed 6 Queenstown Winter Festivals, has produced two very on the board of many non-profit groups. His speaking and work has taken him to successful theatre productions – Ladies Night and Rocky Horror Picture Show and over 30 countries. has compiled and directed a number of variety shows.

He has performed leading roles in over 20 major musical productions including He now travels the world alerting people to the global economic and ecological four seasons of Les Miserables, national tours of Evita and Blood Brothers and four crisis now unfolding around us, as the world economy reaches and passes the Coca Cola Christmas in the Park Concerts. limits to growth.

He is comfortable in front of an audience, always comes well prepared and, while His current roles include as a member of the Core Faculty at Cambridge University’s he takes what he does very seriously, he doesn’t take himself too seriously. With Programme for Sustainability Leadership. His book “The Great Disruption” was his extensive event management background he knows what needs to be done published globally by Bloomsbury in 2011 and has been widely acclaimed, both behind the scenes and on stage. He knows how to engage an audience, including in the New York Times where Tom Friedman concluded: “Ignore Gilding how to adapt as required and how to entertain. He is not a comedian. But he has at your peril”. a light-hearted style of delivery and he has a great ace in the hole – he can sing. His blog, The Cockatoo Chronicles, can be found at www.paulgilding.com From opera and musical theatre to Swing, Pop and Rock – Simon is a versatile performer and has a range of material he can build into his role as MC where and when appropriate. 8 PETER HILLARY: APA SHERPA Apa Sherpa is the only man in history to reach the top of ADVENTURER AND INSPIRING SPEAKER the world 21 times. As the 11 time Guinness world record Peter Hillary’s life is a testament to setting goals and holder of the most summits of Everest, Apa is widely achieving them. His skill, driving ambition, and good recognized to be one of the greatest living mountaineers. judgement have enabled him to summit mountains and survive ferocious storms and avalanches. He is a Ironically, summiting Everest was never a goal for Apa. At communicator, a storyteller and a skilled assessor of what 12 years of age, he first began working as an expedition porter to earn money following the untimely death of his works and what doesn’t in critical situations. With a history father. Leaders and trekkers alike immediately noticed the child who, despite his of world class achievements in climbing, he is an inspiring adventurer from one of exceedingly small stature, carried loads greater than his own weight with strength, the great families of mountaineering. Like his father, the late Sir Edmund Hillary, quickness and a wide smile. who made the first ascent of Mt Everest in 1953, Peter has summited Everest and reached the South Pole on skis, forging a new route across Antarctica. The names Coming from Thame, the hometown of Everest legend Tenzing Norgay, it was almost inevitable that Apa would become a high altitude Sherpa on Everest. He Everest and Hillary are forever linked, and Peter continues to climb in the Himalayas began carrying loads on Everest in 1988, but it wasn’t until May 10, 1990, that he and raise funds to support schools and hospitals for the people of the Everest reached the summit for the first time along with Peter Hillary, and Rob Hall. region in Nepal. Since that memorable day, Apa has participated in 23 Everest expeditions and Peter is a dynamic and easy speaker, with a dry wit and a flair for storytelling; reached the summit 21 times. Adhering to a simple philosophy that “Everest will he has spoken to audiences ranging from 12 to 12,000. He enjoys captivating always be there” and it is more important to keep all team members and Sherpas audiences with authentic, spine-tingling and at times hilarious stories about his safe, Apa has led his teams to amazing success. adventures that transport audiences to another world. He links his own challenges If Apa could have planned his life, differently, however, he says that he would gladly to the achievement of goals for any individual, and focuses on the importance have given up the world records for a good education and a career as a medical of preparation, perseverance, teamwork, caution and good judgement – as well doctor. That is why education for his own children and for the other children from as enjoying the journey. The consistent feedback is that it leaves people charged, Thame is his top priority. motivated and raring to go. Residing in Draper, UT, Apa will continue to pass on his life lessons learned on Everest to other Sherpas and climbers, as well as raise awareness about the humanitarian and environmental needs of the Himalaya region. 9 Plenary sessions

Plenary Session 1: Lessons from Christchurch: Planning for more resilient urban development New Zealand The devastating events of 2010/2011 in the Canterbury Region may have a and in consultation with key landowners, banks, insurers, investors and the silver lining, at least so far as planning for the future in the rest of the Country Christchurch community.

is concerned. They create something of an ‘opportunity’ to draw on and apply Rod Oram is a journalist writing on corporate, economic and political issues. He is a fresh approaches to planning and urban design than is normally enjoyed in columnist for The Sunday Star-Times and Good Magazine, a regular broadcaster on an established built environment. In a situation where 80% of the built form is radio and television and a frequent public speaker. He is an adjunct professor in the demolished, Christchurch is tackling the tasks of facilitating a rebuild on land in business school at Unitec in Auckland and he has contributed to several regional fragmented ownership, building investor confidence, balancing certainty with the economic development projects. His public commentary and perspectives shared desire for flexibility and creating good urban form and function to create a “better on the importance of redevelopment of the Christchurch CBD refer to Christchurch place to live, work, plan and learn”. as having the “greatest freedom of action”.

Do the lessons learnt by Christchurch, its ideas and ambitions have a wider Mike Doig, Ganellen’s New Zealand Development and Business Director is a significance to future planning across the country, particularly the challenges property developer working on the Press building redevelopment. Mike will faced by other large centres in growing their economies and reshaping their bring a property developer perspective, and as a party that has remained closely urban environments? What are the latest, best and most innovative approaches to connected with the CBD; that is very enthusiastic about its future, and is back “up urban planning that are being applied, including decision making processes and and running” decisions around public consultation? Could they be translated to other situations? Note, This session, as with the rebuild itself, is ‘UNDER CONSTRUCTION’ at time of These are the types of questions that will be explored and debated in this session printing. We will assemble the very best line up to join the panel that we can muster by the following panel of experts. from those working tirelessly right at the coalface on these issues, and who are able Chair, Lauren Semple, Partner, Anderson Lloyd - Lauren was appointed by (legally and within their obvious priority commitments) to attend and present at the the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (CERA) to assist in developing the conference come September. new Recovery Plan for the central city which is to include a Blueprint to provide certainty for the development of anchor projects and precincts in Christchurch central. This is the first task of the Christchurch Central Development Unit (CCDU). The Blueprint is to be developed collaboratively with Christchurch City Council 10 Plenary Session 2: Future proofing tourism Queenstown is the centre of tourism in New Zealand. The Southern Lakes region James Helmore is the General Manager of Lake Wanaka Tourism. He has been attracts large numbers of domestic and international visitors every year to enjoy responsible for the development of the recent Wanaka Lifestyle Reserve marketing its magnificent scenery, its wild outdoors and the risks posed (and enjoyed) by a promotion and will tell you about the guardianship of that Reserve – how to number of adrenaline pumping adventures. It is a large and successful business expand the tourism market and the businesses in Wanaka reliant on that market node and continues to grow in leaps and bounds. Like any other business, it is without destroying the very qualities that the visitors come to see and experience. exposed to numerous risks and has had to develop its own unique responses to James will include in his presentation a discussion of the passionate values held those risks. by the Wanaka community about their special place in the world and how the tourism industry seeks to protect those values and work with those local interests. Four speakers from Queenstown and Wanaka will explain their involvement in this industry and how they manage risks to their respective businesses. You will hear Victoria Murray-Orr is the race director for Challenge Wanaka, a full distance stories of great resilience in keeping afloat in this tough and competitive market triathlon held in Wanaka each summer. She is also involved in organising the Winter and in continuing to retain and market world-renowned tourism brands. Games and other multisport events in and around the Southern Lakes. Victoria will outline the growing economic impact of sports tourism in this region, the reliance James Coddington is the CEO of NZ Ski. James will discuss the growing ski industry on international sports tourism markets to make these events succeed and the in New Zealand and the economic impact on the ski industry of unexpected numerous risks she must manage in pulling together events of this magnitude climatic events such as a lack of snow, ash clouds and earthquakes. He will explain while protecting the safety of thousands of athletes and spectators over a long the various future proofing mechanisms employed by NZ Ski to counter these risks and arduous day. and will outline NZ Ski’s marketing plans to attract more of the skiing public to this region and to New Zealand generally.

David Kennedy is Ngai Tahu Tourism’s Southern Regional Manager. David will explain in detail one of Ngai Tahu’s most famous operations, Shotover Jet. He will cover the relevance of the Queenstown Lakes District Council concession to the exclusive use of the Shotover River, systems for jet boat maintenance and safety and protection against other unexpected river users, legal issues arising from the maritime law regime, and the protection of Shotover Jet’s special brand and reputation.

11 Plenary Session 3: Adapting to climate change Plenary Session 4: Deep sea oil: Balancing protection of the environment New Zealand’s leading climate change experts, working with regional authorities and economic development and other stakeholders, are well underway in developing systems and approaches New Zealand’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Continental Shelf (CS) is to better plan for and adapt to the reality of climate change. approximately 20 times New Zealand’s land area. The vast size of this deep sea environment means it is rich in natural resources and biodiversity. Prospecting has This session will adopt a ‘radio show’ format chaired by Chris Laidlaw, and with indicated that there may be significant sources of oil and gas located under our panellists including climate change scientists Andrew Tait and James Renwick. seabed. However, scientific research in the EEZ and CS has been modest and our Andrew will discuss the Climate Change and Urban Impacts ‘Tool Box’ prepared to knowledge of deep sea ecology is very limited. assist planning and Council decision making around hard infrastructure, along with Recession continues to bite New Zealand’s economy resulting in stagnant growth, the “Key Messages” emerging from the Tool Box for building greater resilience into unemployment and a steady stream of families moving to Australia. The National- urban and infrastructure planning. James will discuss the implications of changing led Government has made it clear that foreign investment in New Zealand’s natural seasonal patterns for energy generation, investment in primary protection, and resource wealth is an important element in its plan for an export led recovery. farm management. Advances in technology and rising prices for raw commodities have led to An Australian perspective grounded in recent and extreme events ranging from increased interest in exploration for, and development of, New Zealand’s deep sea flooding to drought and bushfires will be brought by Jean Palutikof, joining the resources. Access to these resources is governed under the Crown Minerals Act panel by live video link from the Gold Coast. 1991. However, New Zealand has lagged for some time behind other jurisdictions The panel line up will be completed with Paula Hunter, who has specialist interest in environmental governance of our EEZ and CS.

and expertise in the topic, and who will consider how the lessons emerging from The Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf (Environmental Effects) Bill the science and such recent events can best be translated into decision making (“Bill”) was introduced to Parliament on 24 August 2011. The Bill will set up an and applied under RMA planning frameworks. environmental management regime for oil, gas and other resource development This session promises to be a fascinating examination of the most effective in the EEZ and on the CS. The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) will be approaches to resource management for a future of seemingly ever-increasing risk responsible for marine consent decision-making under the Bill. Originally intended and uncertainty. to come into force on 1 July 2012, it is anticipated that the Bill will have come into effect by the time of this year’s national conference in late September.

There is furious debate between industry and environmental NGOs as to whether the Bill reaches the right balance between protection of the environment and economic development, or even whether “balance” is the right approach. Industry warns that while interest in investment is on the rise, New Zealand’s distance from 12 market, and, the capital intensive nature of oil and gas development means that competitiveness remains an issue. Industry is concerned to ensure that the Bill’s Workshops regulations provide certainty for investors, flexibility for permitted activities, and do not create a situation whereby the pros and cons of developing oil and gas Workshop session 1: RMA reforms resources are re-litigated every time a well is proposed. Environmental NGO’s Phase II of the RMA reforms warn that the Bill will enable economic development to trump protection of the The presentation will provide an overview of the Ministry for the Environment’s environment. They are concerned that favouring economic development and programme of work for the Phase II RMA reforms, including detailed loosening regulation will encourage investment in (or from) bad operators with presentations from MfE’s Policy and Operations Divisions. poor track records. The Deepwater Horizon disaster is cited as evidence of what happens in poorly regulated environments. TAG report on section 6 & 7 of the RMA The RMLA is pleased to welcome David Robinson, Rob Forlong and Gary Taylor to A Technical Advisory Group (TAG) was established last October to provide independent discuss their views on whether the Bill cuts the mustard. David Robinson will offer advice to the Minister for the Environment on any changes needed to sections 6 and an industry perspective, based on nearly 20 years work in the oil and gas sector, as 7 of the RMA to improve the functioning of the RMA, relative to 20 years’ practical to why New Zealand should embrace well planned exploration and development. experience of its operations; the government’s environmental and economic Rob Forlong will explain the EPA’s role in decision-making under and Bill, and the objectives; and the broader second phase of resource management reforms. Three work the EPA has undertaken to ensure that it is equipped to deal with oil and gas of the TAG members have kindly agreed to present the findings of the TAG. applications. Gary Taylor will offer his views on why an environmental bottom line is required, why risk needs to be carefully managed, and the dangers of being too Workshop session 2: Plan Agility - First schedule reform easily wooed by the prospect of short term returns from oil and gas. To achieve resilience in a world of unprecedented social, economic and environmental change, we need to plan both smarter and faster. At the same time, the quality of the documents must remain at the highest possible level, and it has always been a basic premise of the RMA that public participation fosters informed decision making and better sustainable management outcomes.

As the Government progresses its range of reform initiatives across both local government and resource management spheres, the existing First Schedule RMA procedures including the manner in which councils process policy statements and plans and the right of merits based appeal to the Environment Court are both clearly in the frame. What methods including improved consultation and

collaborative frameworks at the council stage along with continued improvement 13 in Environment Court plan appeal procedures are there to realise the best over 1,300 residential homes, a lakeside village with accommodation, restaurants, outcomes more efficiently and effectively? What time frames are reasonable? shops and a luxury lodge. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore Jack’s What are the dangers in reducing or eliminating any part of the current processes? Point and learn about the myriad of planning issues faced during the years of Do we really need to go that far? planning and consenting the development.

This session promises to be a leading edge and lively discussion about the highly After retreating to the stunning clubrooms at Jack’s Point, the final part of the relevant topic of “plan agility”, and as to “best practice” approaches to ensuring workshop will focus on the Young RMLA. Representatives from Auckland and public participation produces timely and quality outcomes in our planning Wellington will discuss recent initiatives to encourage younger professionals to instruments. join the RMLA and attend events. The brainstorming session will discuss ideas to assist younger practitioners as they climb the RMA mountain. Climbing the RMA mountain This is the first Young RMLA workshop at a conference so it will be an exciting A workshop for Young RMLA Members opportunity for younger practitioners to meet others at similar stages in their This workshop is a must for all young practitioners attending the conference. The career. The workshop will conclude with wine tasting from the Amisfield Winery afternoon session will provide an open forum for those in the early stages of their and the opportunity for informal networking. resource management careers (up to say 5-8 years’ experience) to discuss issues and ask questions that they may not wish to raise in front of more senior practitioners. Please note: a $20 surcharge will apply.

The workshop will open with international and inspirational speaker Apa Sherpa, who holds the world record for reaching the summit of Mt Everest – this year Workshop: Expert evidence addressing risks and predictions was his 21st time. Other speakers will discuss their own personal experiences This workshop will discuss the presentation of evidence in the Environment Court successfully overcoming issues that face young practitioners including climbing about predicting the future using risk evaluations. The discussion will focus on the professional career ladder, working through difficult and changing times the increasing use of methods for identifying, assessing and managing risk and in Christchurch during and after the earthquakes, and how to manage busy how these methods can be applied across a number of disciplines when preparing schedules of travelling between offices and projects around the . evidence for Environment Court hearings.

The workshop will then travel to Jack’s Point which is a 1,200 hectare settlement Please note: a $10 surcharge will apply. in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. The project manager will discuss the existing and future development plans at Jack’s Point which include

14 Field trips You are able to attend one field trip each day, please indicate your preferred field trips when you register.

Snow Farm opportunity to enjoy the views and to ask questions of the developer, John Join us on the Waiorau Ski Area field trip and hear about the Lee family’s vision May. You will then travel to Parkins Bay to see the site of a recently consented that led to the diversification of a high country sheep station into internationally development comprising residential housing, visitor accommodation, an 18-hole recognised , Snow Park and Waiorau Snow Farm. The golf course and associated clubhouse. Finally, time permitting, you will visit the Waiorau Snow Farm is the Southern Hemisphere’s only cross country ski facility, it Peninsula Bay development in Wanaka and enjoy the magnificent lake views from is also a vehicle testing ground, a film set and the place national and international this new residential area. The afternoon will wrap up with refreshments at an athletes call home while altitude training for their next Olympic Games. You will appropriate local venue. also hear from Tom Pryde; the Chairman of the PISA Alpine Charitable Trust about Strong walking shoes or boots plus warm clothing are required as the weather the future of the Waiorau Snow Farm as a community facility. could be changeable at this time of year.

You will get the opportunity to challenge your skills by giving cross country skiing, Please note: a $30 surcharge will apply. snow shoeing or tubing a go or just sit back and relax with a glass of mulled wine and take in the outstanding vistas. Frankton flats Please note: a $20 surcharge will apply. The “Frankton Flats”, at the heart of the Queenstown Basin area, comprises a diverse range of complementary and some potentially conflicting uses, on approximately 400 hectares. Existing and proposed uses include an international airport; low, Wanaka medium and high density residential; retail centres; supermarkets; industrial and Wanaka is the quieter of the two main tourist destinations in the Southern Lakes light commercial development; visitor accommodation; community sports and District and has its own special charms. It is increasingly visited by tourists who leisure facilities; hospitals and schools; all surrounded by outstanding natural come to enjoy its magical landscapes and the various outdoor activities on offer. landscapes. The high profile planning history over the past 17 years, estimated You will travel to Wanaka over the Crown Range Road, the highest alpine road at one point keeping in excess of 300 resource management professionals in in the country, passing through the Cardrona Valley. Emerald Bluffs will be the work, includes; a District Plan review; a s293 hearing; many plan changes; multiple first stop, a small, sensitive housing development on the shores of Lake Wanaka resource consent applications; notices of requirement for State Highway and where extensive ecological restoration has taken place. Comprehensive covenants associated roading, and compulsory acquisition of land, designations, and on- protect the landscape and the vegetation and prevent further subdivision of going Environment Court appeals,. The length of time and high planning costs for the 90-hectare site. You will walk over part of the site, providing you with the all parties involved with the Frankton environs raises real “Risk and Reward” issues, 15 which accords with this year’s conference theme. Gibbston Valley The fieldtrip will begin with a bus tour (including packed lunch) of existing and This workshop will involve travelling to Gibbston Valley, a viticultural area that is proposed developments in the Frankton environs, with on-board commentary by internationally recognised for producing high quality pinot noir wine. project representatives. Once at the Hilton, there will be a number of presentations, The workshop will start at the Gibbston Valley Winery where a multi-purpose followed by a panel discussion. The panel discussion will provide an opportunity discussion will be conducted. The discussion will focus on the process associated for audience participation as to what can be learnt from this planning milieu with gaining consent for the large scale Gibbston Valley Station lifestyle resort that including comparisons to other large scale and complex New Zealand planning revolves around a golf course, vineyards, orchards, equestrian centre and a retreat projects. lodge. In combination, the development of the community inspired Gibbston

The fieldtrip will end with drinks at the Hilton and a short water taxi ride back to Valley Trail will also be addressed. This protected community walkway traverses an the downtown. area of historical and environmental significance, allowing walkers to experience the area’s rich mining history and the native vegetation and wildlife – many of Please note: a $30 surcharge will apply. which are unique to the region.

While at the Gibbston Valley Winery, delegates will be given the opportunity to Queenstown issues learn more about the history of the region and the winemaking journey within This workshop is being hosted at the Skyline complex. Perched on the slopes the unique ambiance of the wine cave that was blasted out of solid schist. Wine of Ben Lomond high above Queenstown, Skyline provides a stunning venue tasting is a must. from which to explore some topical Queenstown issues including conflicts with tourism – overflying aircraft, down town living and noisy neighbours; wilding Afterwards, delegates will be transported to other wineries within the Gibbston pines and biodiversity; urban growth boundaries and the success of the Wakatipu Valley so as to acclimatise with more top quality pinot noir wine. Trails network. The panoramic views of the outstanding natural landscapes of the Please note: a $30 surcharge will apply. Wakatipu will provide the ideal platform for His Honour Judge Jackson to update us on landscape issues.

Please note: a $20 surcharge will apply.

16 Social programme

Local hospitality Welcome reception Taste of Central Otago Date: Wednesday 26 September Date: Thursday 27 September Date: Friday 28 September Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm Time: 5.30pm – 7.30pm Time: 6.30pm – 8.30pm Venue: Various local offices Venue: Wakatipu Room, SKYLINE Venue: Millennium Hotel Ballroom Cost: One ticket is included in each full conference Cost: Tickets may be purchased at the time of Should you be making the most of the conference registration. You will automatically be registration for $45 incl GST destination and arriving in Queenstown on Wednesday registered for this function unless you (or earlier) you are invited to one of the local offices Appreciate the best of Queenstown’s local produce advise otherwise. Additional tickets may be for drinks. Please register your interest for this on the paired with top Central Otago wines. purchased for $45 incl GST registration form. To commence the social festivities, Traffic Design Kindly sponsored by Group are hosting the official welcome reception at the stunning SKYLINE and invite you to partake in drinks and canapés while catching up with old friends and colleagues.

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17 18 holes of golf Date: Sunday 30 September The conference dinner is our most highly Date: Saturday 29 September Time: Tee off 10.00am anticipated function and 2012 will not Time: 7.00pm – Midnight Venue: Millbrook Resort disappoint! Be prepared to be treated to an Venue: Queenstown Events Centre Cost: Green fees and transport$165 evening of exquisite food and wine. Dress: Formal Golf cart $45 Cost: One ticket is included in each full Club hire $60 Those in the mood to party can dance the conference registration. You will night away to the sounds of The Master automatically be registered for this Blasters, alternatively slip into the port and function unless you advise otherwise. cheese lounge and relax. Additional tickets are available for $120 incl GST

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18 Post conference optional activities

Walking tracks Shotover Jet and A number of Queenstown walking Nomad Safaris combo tracks start from the town centre, while Date: Sunday 30 September others take you deep into the beautiful Cost: $219 per person incl GST back country. Click here to download the Wakatipu Trails map. An action filled 3-hour tour linking two of Queenstown’s premier activities. For more information on walking tracks please contact Destination Queenstown on +64 3 441 0700. The trip features the full Shotover Jet experience - Taking a unique breathtaking ride through dramatic and narrow canyons, and hold on tight for Queenstown’s only exhilarating full 360˚ spins, followed by a custom 2-hour 4WD off road tour.

Guided mountain bike ride With Nomad Safaris you will discover the abandoned gold mining area of the Date: Sunday 30 September Arrow River and film locations used in ‘Lord of the Rings’. Travel the rugged road Time: 10.00am and experience true off roading as you explore the pioneer trails guided by “The Cost: $20 donation to the Professional Adventurers.” Queenstown Mountain Bike To book phone 0800 688 222 or email [email protected] Club Mountain bike hire $79 Join local Queenstown Mountain Bike Club members on a 2 -3 hour cross country Conference Pinot Noir mountain bike ride from Queenstown to 7 Mile Bike Park and return. Rated as some of With 2012 being the RMLA’s 20th anniversary the conference will be selling cases the best mountain bike trails in New Zealand, the ride caters for all abilities and skills. of RMLA Conference 2012 Central Otago pinot noir. You can order this via the

To join this ride please contact Carey Vivian on +64 (0) 274 858 123. registration process or from the registration desk while at conference. Case $190 including GST and freight within New Zealand.

19 Registration fees

Early bird Standard Up to Wednesday 15 August From Thursday 16 August Full conference registration Member $1015 $1115 Non Member $1195 $1295 Young RMLA Member* $507.50 (limited to 20)

Thursday registration $350 $450

Friday and Saturday registration Member $640 $740 Non Member $820 $920

* To further encourage Young RMLA participation at this year’s conference, RMLA is offering 20 places at 50% of the registration fee. This offer will be limited to 1 registration per firm or person and will be on a first-come, first-served basis, to RMLA members with between 0 and 5 years experience.

Full conference registration includes: Day registration includes: Young RMLA Member registration includes: • Attendance at all conference business sessions • Attendance at that day’s conference business (Member must have 0-5 years experience) • Fieldtrips (some surcharges apply) sessions • Attendance at conference business sessions • Satchel and contents • Fieldtrip (some surcharges apply) • Young RMLA workshop • Daily catering • Satchel and contents • Satchel and contents • One ticket to the welcome reception • Daily catering on selected day • Daily catering • One ticket to the conference dinner • One ticket to the welcome reception • One ticket to the conference dinner

20 All GST payable will be calculated at the rate on the day fees and tickets are invoiced. The GST rate at the time of publication is 15%. Register online Cancellations Visit the website www.rmla.org.nz and follow the link to the online Should you need to cancel your registration, you may reassign your registration to registration process. Payment for registration can be made by credit another person. Please notify the conference manager in writing. card (visa or mastercard, secure transmission facilities provided) or an If you are unable to arrange a replacement, a refund less a $150 cancellation fee invoice can be requested. will be made provided notification is received by Wednesday 29 August 2012. After Once you have completed the online registration process, you will receive an this date, refunds will be at the discretion of the organising committee. automatic acknowledgement of your registration. A confirmation letter and If, for reasons beyond the control of the organising committee, the conference is invoice/receipt will be emailed to you within three to five working days. You may cancelled, registration fees will be refunded after deduction of expenses already access and amend your registration details online until two weeks prior to the incurred. conference. Subsidies Mail the registration form together with your cheque or credit card A limited number of subsidised places are available for NGO and iwi delegates (total payment to: registration cost reduced to $200) and students (total registration cost reduced RMLA Conference 2012, Conference Innovators, to $100). Subsidies apply to the business sessions of the Conference and exclude PO Box 7191, Christchurch 8240 the Welcome Reception, Taste of Central Otago and Conference Dinner. Places A summary of your registration and a tax invoice will be mailed to you will be allocated after consideration of a written application to the Conference within three to five working days. Committee, at the Committee’s discretion, having regard to the following criteria:

Fax the completed registration form (both sides) together with your • Ability of the conference venue to accommodate additional delegates credit card payment to: 03 379 0460. • Clear inability to pay the full registration fee A summary of your registration and a tax invoice will be mailed to you • Genuine involvement or interest in resource management issues within three to five working days. • Membership of a relevant NGO or iwi organisation, or study in a relevant field • Geographical representation

Register online at www.rmla.org.nz • Whether subsidised delegate is likely to represent a view that would not otherwise be represented

Closing date for applications is Thursday 16 August. Applications are to be sent to: RMLA Conference 2012 Committee C/- Conference Innovators, PO Box 7191, Christchurch 8240 21 Membership information

The Resource Management Law Association of New Zealand Inc was formed on 1 October 1992, to provide a multi- For more information on membership disciplinary body for all professionals having an involvement in resource management and environmental law. or to subscribe, please contact: Karol Helmink The object of the Association is to promote within New Zealand an understanding of the role of resource Executive Officer management law and management processes which are legally sound, effective and efficient and which produce RMLA high quality environmental outcomes. C/- Shaw Way Hillsborough The RMLA has obviously struck a chord with resource management practitioners from all relevant disciplines. Auckland 1041 With over 1,100 members, RMLA has a diverse membership base, in keeping with its philosophy. Phone (09) 626 6068 Email: [email protected] Membership subscription $155.00 ($77.00 for full-time students) for a 12 month membership from 1 October 2012. Membership subscription is www.rmla.org.nz separate to the Conference registration and a membership form can be downloaded from the RMLA website www. rmla.org.nz. Please enclose a cheque for $155.00 (incl GST), payable to the Resource Management Law Association of NZ Inc and send to RMLA.

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The conference has secured a block booking in each of the listed hotels. Rooms The credit card will be used as a guarantee only and no charges will be debited will be allocated on a first in basis until Wednesday 15 August 2012 as long as there prior to check-out (apart from any cancellation fees that apply). Cancellation fees are rooms available. After this date all unallocated rooms will be released and no may apply any time within the month prior to conference. guarantee can be made that rooms will be available for late bookings. On check-out your accommodation costs and incidentals can be settled with cash, Bookings should be made either as part of the on-line registration process or on the eftpos or credit card. If you wish to charge back your accommodation this can be registration form in this brochure and faxed or posted to Conference Innovators. done at check-out if your organisation has made an arrangement directly with the hotel concerned. If a charge back has been arranged, please notify Conference Accommodation booked must be guaranteed with a credit card number. Innovators.

Millennium Hotel Copthorne Queenstown Queenstown Hotel & Resort Motel Corner Frankton Queenstown Apartments Road & Stanley Street, Lakefront 62 Frankton Road Queenstown Corner Frankton Road Queenstown & Adelaide Street, Queenstown Millennium Hotel Queenstown is located on Frankton The Copthorne Hotel is within walking distance of the Conveniently located 700 metres from the town centre Road, the main road into Queenstown. Just 6 kms Queenstown central shopping and entertainment on the main road into Queenstown. These apartments from the airport and only minutes away from the area. Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront is a resort include a queen and single bed and are designed for Queenstown central shopping and entertainment. hotel which blends superior facilities and comfort with individual delegates or for those of you who would like Millennium Hotel Queenstown is a 4 Star Plus and friendly, personal service. to share. Each studio apartment includes a kitchenette Enviro-Gold Qualmark Rated Hotel with a business and stunning views overlooking Lake Wakatipu or Ben Superior Lakeview room centre, gym, sauna, spa, bar and restaurant. Lomond and the Skyline Gondolas. single, double, twin $190 incl GST Superior room single, twin, double $185 incl GST Check in: 2.00pm Check out: 10.00am Studio apartment $155 incl GST Check in: 2.00pm Check out: 10.00am Distance from venue: 1 minute Check in: 2.00pm Check out: 10.00am Distance to venue: 2 minutes 23 24 General information

Your conference pack will be available for collection from the registration and Conference managers information desk located in the Millennium Hotel foyer. The desk will be open at If you have any queries about the conference arrangements please contact: the following times:

Thursday 27 September 1.00pm – 6.00pm Terri Growcott Friday 28 September 7.30am – 1.00pm Conference Innovators Ltd Saturday 29 September 7.30am – 1.00pm PO Box 7191 Christchurch 8240 Special requirements New Zealand Please give details of any special diet or disability assistance required on your Tel: +64 3 379 0390 registration form or via the online registration process. Fax: +64 3 379 0460 Email: [email protected] Conference organising committee www.conference.co.nz Jan Caunter (Co-convenor) Grant Finn Scott Freeman Karol Helmink Russell Ibbotson Jayne Macdonald (Co-convenor) Robert Makgill Alistair Porter Vanessa Robb Graeme Todd Carey Vivian Kate Barry-Piceno Martin Williams 25 REGISTRATION FORM Secure online registration available: www.rmla.org.nz Tax Invoice - GST Registration Number 60-742-715 Or complete this form, take a copy for your records and forward it to: Please make cheques and drafts in New Zealand RMLA Conference 2012 dollars payable to “RMLA Conference 2012” C/- Conference Innovators Ltd PO Box 7191, Christchurch 8240, New Zealand Please note the increase in delegate registration fees Facsimile: +64 3 379 0460 from Thursday 16 August 2012

Delegate A Registration fees (incl GST) Please indicate which registration type applies to you: Surname Early bird Standard Up to Wednesday 15 August From Thursday 16 August First Name (for name badge) Full conference registration RMLA member 01 $1015 $1115 $ Organisation/Company Non member 02 $1195 $1295 $ Young RMLA member 05 $507.50 (Limited to 20) $ Position Day registration RMLA member 03 $640 $740 $ Postal Address Non member 04 $820 $920 $

City/Town I will be attending the conference on Friday I will be attending the conference on Saturday Country Post Code Thursday registration $350 $450 $

Telephone ( ) Registration fees sub total (GST inclusive) $ I have been in the industry (please tick) 0-5 years 5-10 years 10+years Mobile ( )

B Thursday sessions – expression of interest Email To assist with catering numbers, please indicate your interest in attending Thursday’s workshop sessions: Special requirements e.g. dietary, disabilities etc. I wish to attend I do not wish to attend

1/3 Field trips – expression of interest. Please indicate (by numbering 1 – 3) which field trips you Post conference are most interested in attending on Friday and Saturday. This is an indication of preference only and not a 18 holes of golf booking. You field trip(s) will be confirmed via your registration confirmation letter. Yes, I wish to attend Friday 28 September Saturday 29 September Price Green fees and transport $165.00 $ 01 Snow farm $20.00 $ Golf cart $45.00 $ 02 Wanaka $30.00 $ Club hire $60.00 $ 03 Frankton flats $30.00 $ Conference Pinot Noir 04 Queenstown issues $20.00 $ Number of cases @ $190.00 $ 05 Gibbston Valley $30.00 $ Address for wine to be couriered to: 06 Young RMLA workshop N/A $20.00 $

07 Expert Evidence workshop $10.00 $

Field trip fees sub total (GST inclusive) $ Social functions sub total (GST inclusive) $ If the snow farm field trip is one of your optionsplease tick if you wish to participate in one of the below activities: cross country skiing with a guide $45.00 $ Accommodation (incl GST) snow shoeing with a guide $30.00 $ A credit card number must be supplied to secure your accommodation booking (see below). No tubing (numbers limited) $10.00 $ charges will be debited prior to check-out. Accommodation costs can be settled on departure with cash, eftpos or credit card. C Social functions Please note: All full conference registrations include one (1) ticket the Welcome Reception and Conference Millennium Hotel Queenstown $185 per superior room per night Dinner, for catering purposes please indicate below if you wish/do not wish to attend. Copthorne Hotel & Resort Queenstown Lakefront $190 per superior lakeview room per night Please select the social functions you wish to attend if you are a day registration or additional guest. Room Type required: Single Twin Double Queenstown Motel Apartments $155 per studio per night Local hospitality - Wednesday 26 September Yes, I wish to attend N/C Accommodation details No, I do not wish to attend N/C Date of arrival: Expected check-in time: Welcome reception - Thursday 27 September Yes, I wish to attend – 1 Complimentary ticket with full conference registration N/C Date of departure: No, I do not wish to attend N/C Number of additional tickets @ $45.00 $ Special Requirements: A Taste of Central Otago – Friday 28 September Yes, I wish to attend $45.00 Smoking room request No, I do not wish to attend N/C Number of tickets @ $45.00 $ If you are sharing the room please give the other person’s name: Conference dinner – Saturday 29 September Yes, I wish to attend– 1 Complimentary ticket with full conference registration N/C No, I do not wish to attend N/C Number of additional tickets @ $120.00 $ 2/3 Payment summary How to register Method of payment (please tick): Mail this completed form together with your cheque or credit card payment to: Credit card: see below Conference Innovators Ltd, PO Box 7191, Christchurch 8240 Cheque Post with this completed form to Conference Innovators Ltd, PO Box 7191, Christchurch 8240 Visit the website www.rmla.org.nz and follow the link to the online registration form. Direct credit: 02-0100-0709906-003 Please use delegate’s last name and initial as a reference. Remittance advice may be sent by email Fax this completed form (both sides) together with your credit card payment or to [email protected] invoice purchase order to: Conference Innovators +64 3 379 0460

A Registration fees $ Confirmation of registration B Field trips $ Your registration will be recorded on receipt of your completed form and payment. A GST receipt or C Social functions $ invoice will be sent with a confirmation letter to you via email or post within seven days. If you have a registration query contact Emma Redfern: [email protected] or telephone +64 3 353 2828. Total (NZD and inclusive of GST) $ All fees indicated include 15% GST. Please make cheques in NZ$ payable to “RMLA Conference 2012”. Privacy The RMLA Conference 2012 organising committee will share the information supplied on the registration form. Unless you advise Conference Innovators Ltd, in writing, that you do not wish this Credit card authorisation for accommodation and registration payment information to be made available, your name will be included in the list of conference participants Accommodation bookings must be guaranteed with a credit card. Please tick if you wish your distributed to delegates and sponsors. registration fee to be deducted from this card. Please indicate if you DO NOT wish you name and details to be included in the list of delegates. Yes, please deduct my registration fee from my credit card. Visa Master Card Cancellation Policy Should you need to cancel your registration, you may reassign your registration to another person. Card number Please notify the conference manager in writing.

Expiry date If you are unable to arrange a replacement, a refund less a $150 cancellation fee will be made provided notification is received by Wednesday 29 August 2012. After this date, refunds will be at the discretion Cardholder’s name of the organising committee.

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