2016 consultations

Introduction

View consultations that began in 2016.

    Proposal to establish a game trophy export levy for the Game Animal Council

    See a summary of submissions on the proposed new levy to fund the Game Animal Council’s activities and find out what the next steps are.

    Hydro scheme concession application by Westpower Limited

    A run of the river hydro scheme application by Westpower Limited was declined in 2019.

    Intention to grant a licence concession to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts

    The Minister of Conservation has granted a concession to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Ltd for a licence to occupy Turoa ski area.

    Conservation and environment science roadmap proposal

    Have your say on the discussion paper for a proposed conservation and environment science roadmap. Submissions close 7 September 2016.

    Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan review

    Have your say on the review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.

    Kahurangi National Park Management Plan amendment

    The proposed amendment was to extend the Heaphy Track mountain biking season to 1 April – 30 November, excluding Easter. Submissions closed 12 July 2016.

    Consultation on the Threat Management Plan for New Zealand sea lions/rāpoka

    A consultation on a range of options and recommendations for mitigating both human-induced and natural threats to New Zealand sea lions/rāpoka was run in August 2016.

    New Marine Protected Areas Act

    Have your say on a proposal for a new approach to marine protection in New Zealand. Submissions closed 11 March 2016.

    Paparoa National Park Management Plan review

    The Paparoa National Park Management Plan became operative on 1 February 2017 following a full, formal review.

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