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Expert risk assessment of activities in the New Zealand Exclusive Economic Zone and Extended Continental Shelf

May 2012

This independent report prepared for the Ministry by NIWA lists the known possible activities in the EEZ and describes their likely risk to the environment. It also recommends how activities could be classified under the proposed regulatory framework. Read more
Managing our oceans: A discussion document on the regulations proposed under the Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf (Environmental Effects) Bill

May 2012

This discussion document sought feedback on proposed regulations for managing the environmental effects in New Zealand's Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf. Submissions on the discussion document have now closed. Read more
Marine Protected Areas indicator update

December 2012

The latest indicator update providing information on the area of New Zealand’s marine areas with legal protection. Read more
Reflections on the collaborative governance process of the Land and Water Forum

December 2012

This publication provides a case study that reflects researchers’ observations and interviews with participants of New Zealand’s first national attempt at collaborative governance in the complex and frequently contested area of freshwater management. Read more