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Inquiry into the 2023 General Election
NZ Parliament's Justice Committee is holding a wide ranging inquiry into the 2023 General Election. It has a particular focus on Election operations, Electoral law, and long-term trends in elections.…
Fast-track Approvals Bill
Parliament advises that “the chairperson of the Environment Committee is now calling for submissions on the Fast-track Approvals Bill. The Fast-track Approvals Bill is an omnibus bill. It would enable…
Press Release : NTCF outlines path to rapidly lower emissions
The longer Aotearoa puts off climate action, the harder it will be to reach our goal to halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Better information will drive better choices and…
Stop Environmental Protection Law bypass – urgent!
Climate Action Festival 2024 is on the starting blocks
The Nelson Tasman Climate Action Festival 2024 is back and will be better than ever! Festival events will take place across Nelson and Tasman from the 24th of May to…
Take the JUMP Ambassador Training – LAST CALL!!
Are you concerned about climate change, but not sure how you can help to make a difference? Do you want to play a positive, active role in climate change solutions?…
Take the Jump in the news
We are thrilled to share with you this very nice article about the Take the Jump movement. Seven Lifestyle shifts you can start today for the Planet Low cost, low…
Give Take The Jump a Boost
Starting next Monday, 6 November, we will be running a 12-day crowdfunding campaign for Take The Jump, a joyous, people-led movement to help everyday New Zealanders reduce their emissions and live healthier lives with…
Invitation to a Climate Change Assessment workshop
Over the years, we have seen frequent and severe extreme weather events. In 2018, cylones Fehi and Gita swept the region one after the other causing havoc. In 2019, a…
Mountains to the Sea – Engagement on Freshwater
What do you want freshwater in the Tasman region to look like? Tasman District Council is working on the development of a Land and Freshwater Plan Change, and they want…
Nelson Plan Change – Housing and Hazards Plan change
Council is changing parts of the Nelson Resource Management Plan (NRMP) to introduce more flexibility around housing policies and rules. The changes are being made in response to population growth…
How much energy is involved in using your computer? by Adrian Cochrane
Adrian Cochrane, one of our tech’ expert amongst our Forum members, specialised in software and programming guided us in this discussion, highlighting how computing is also linked to the environment.…
Your money has Eco Power! – Barry Coates – Webinar recording
Your money has Eco Power! Find out about the carbon emissions of your savings and how YOU can make a difference. Are your savings working for the long-term good…
Climate Action Week 2023 is behind – thanks so much to our community!
Here we are on the other side of Climate Action Week 2023. A huge thank you to all who organised events, led workshops, helped out and attended gatherings. A total of…
How to decarbonise our Transport with Paul Winton
Paul Winton is an engineer and investment advisor, working mostly in the North Island. About 50 attendees were energized by his evidence-backed strategic approach to decarbonizing transport. He ensured…
Quick guide to responding to Tasman Climate Response Strategy and Action Plan
Tasman District Council has prepared a draft Tasman Climate Response Strategy and Action Plan, which outlines the Council’s proposed response to climate change for the next 10 years and beyond.…
Can Restoring Nature Save Our Planet?
The Kotahitanga mō te Taiao Alliance is excited to share with you a film made by the BBC Our Frozen Planet Team about the work of the Alliance, which elevates…
Let’s rethink waste
Nelson and Tasman are reviewing their shared waste plan. The councils have set a goal of reducing waste to landfill by 10% per person by 2030, and they are looking…
Planning a future Richmond
Open for discussion: How do we build Richmond for the future? Where do we build up and where do we build out? Have your say here: https://shape.tasman.govt.nz/central-richmond
February 2023 Newsletter
After a short summer break, here we go again for a year of activities, and actions (!) related to the climate emergency we are facing. Find all the latest news…
Call to Event ideas for Climate Action Week 2023
Last year's first Climate Action Week was a success, so we decided to do it again! We therefore invite you to make a small place in your diaries from May…
December 2022 Newsletter
If you want to get right up to speed with everything the Forum's been doing this year, then reading our latest newsletter is the way to do it! December 2022…
Government to Begin Consultations on Agricultural Emissions Reduction Plan
New Zealand is set to become the first country in the world to reduce agricultural emissions through a system of pricing and reporting. Consultations are now open on options to…
Sun Sea and Sediment Scoops Climate Challenge Award at Cawthron Sci Tech Expo
Nayland College student Ra Edmonds took home the Climate Challenge Award at this week’s Cawthron Sci Tech expo for their entry, ‘Sun, Sea and Sediment’. This is the second year…
Mayors Sign Charter
It was a historic day for the Nelson Tasman Climate Forum with Mayors Tim King and Rachel Reese signing the organisation’s Charter on behalf of their respective councils. Talks between…