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  • Agreements Between Maori and Local Authorities

    Published by Indigenous Peoples and the Law - February 2000

    Manukau City Council have written a useful article on what other councils have done in relation to dispute resolution.

  • Decolonising the Land – Naming and Reclaiming Places (PDF 427.78 KB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - December 2005

    Examines the role planners can play in building collaborative relationships with Tangata Whenua through the naming of places, where indigenous place names can be reintroduced.

  • Good Practice Participate

    Published by Ministry of Social Development - June 2002

    This website has been designed to provide information, advice and tips to public servants on how to consult and engage with the community, voluntary, iwi and Maori organisations.

  • Guidelines for Consulting with Tangata Whenua under the RMA: An update on Case Law

    Published by Ministry for the Environment - December 2003

    Targeted at local authorities and iwi authorities working under the RMA, to assist them in understanding the principles emerging from case law.

  • He Tohu Whakamarama

    Published by Ministry for the Environment - January 1998

    This is a report on the interactions between local government and Maori organisations in Resource Management Act processes.

  • How An 'Historic and Probably Unique Accord' Works (PDF 133.93 KB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - June 2006

    This article discusses the unique approach taken by the Hastings District Council and Tangata Whenua to resolving tangata whenua and community concerns about the discharge of human waste to the sea.

  • Incorporating Maori Perspectives in Part V Decision Making (PDF 344KB)

    Published by Environmental Risk Management Authority - November 2004

    This Protocol outlines how the Environmental Risk Management Authority assesses Maori and Treaty of Waitangi information, pursuant to sections 6(d) and 8 of the HSNO Act.

  • Innovative: The Mana Whenua Reference Group (PDF 3.25 MB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - September 2007

    A brief overview of the Mana Whenua Reference Group, including how they were formed, their successes, the lessons learned and advice for working with tangata whenua.

  • Iwi document summaries (PDF 64.31 KB)

    Published by Ministry for the Environment - April 2003

    A review of existing relevant research & documents held by government agencies was prepared on consultation with iwi under the RMA & business guidance for Maori groups involved in RMA processes.

  • Kaitiakitanga and Local Government: Tangata Whenua Participation in Environmental Management

    Published by Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment - June 1998

    Reviews progress made on tangata whenua involvement in RMA processes & identifies areas for improvement, particularly in the areas of processes followed and relationships between iwi & councils.

  • Ki Uta Ki Tai: Mountains to the Sea - Nga Tahu Natural Resource Management (PDF 0.72 MB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - May 2004

    This conference was presented at the 2004 NZPI conference.

  • Local Authority Engagement with Maori

    Published by Local Government New Zealand - July 2004

    The findings of a survey of local authorities regarding their processes for liaising with tangata whenua, providing a snapshot of practice at this time and a baseline for assessing future change.

  • Maori Issues Prominent in Mangakahia River Irrigation Decision (PDF 127.61 KB)

    Published by Resource Management Law Association of New Zealand Inc - February 1996

    This article discussed the prominence of Maori issues in the Mangakahia River Irrigation decision and their effect on the decision.

  • Maori and Aquaculture Development (PDF 659KB)

    Published by Te Puni Kokiri - June 2007

    Discusses how tangata whenua can engage with planning processes to develop aquaculture; build relationships with the aquaculture industry; implement arrangements for allocation of aquaculture assets.

  • Maori and Council engagement under the Resource Management Act 1991 (PDF 2200KB)

    Published by Te Puni Kokiri - February 2006

    This report documents the findings from a series of meetings held around the country between Maori, local government, and central government about Maori involvement in RMA processes.

  • Ngai Tahu Statutory Acknowledgements (PDF 377.13 KB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - June 1999

    Reviews statutory obligations under the Ngai Tahu Claims Settlement Act 1998, suggesting that the Act's model for the resolution of these matters could be adopted for council iwi relationships.

  • Ngati Porou Hapu Environmental Management Plans Project (PDF 219.77 KB)

    Published by Ministry for the Environment - September 1999

    This report to the Ministry for the Environment accounts to the pilot project to develop Ngati Porou Hapu Environmental Management Plans operated by Te Runanga O Ngati Porou.

  • Principles of Consultation with Maori - A Case Law Perspective (PDF 263.31 KB)

    Published by Resource Management Law Association of New Zealand Inc - February 1995

    This article discusses the principles of consultation with Maori from a statutory and case law perspective.

  • Resolving Troubling Cultural Issues (PDF 124.87 KB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - June 1999

    The Wellington Biosolids case suggests that cultural issues can be resolved where the circumstances suggest that the "pragmatic", rather than "traditional", view of Maori tikanga should be preferred.

  • Talking Constructively: Guide for Iwi, Hapu, Whanau on Building Agreements with Local Authorities

    Published by Ministry for the Environment - January 2000

    This guide is designed to be a practical summary to help iwi, hapu and whanau and local authorities to prepare for all forms of joint discussions including mediation.

  • The Concept of Indigenous Planning as a Framework for Social Inclusion (PDF 316.16 KB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - June 2006

    Outlines the concept of a duel planning tradition & discusses iwi management plans as a vehicle for expressing Maori planning ideals & a window into the world of indigenous planning.

  • Transferring RMA Functions to Iwi Using Section 33 - Appendix 4 (PDF 46 KB)

    Published by Sustainable Management Fund

    This project looked at the reasons why there has been little uptake of the opportunity to transfer RMA functions to iwi under section 33 of the RMA.

  • Transferring RMA Functions to Iwi Using Section 33 - Diagram 8.2 Rich Picture of Section 33 Transfers (PDF 106 KB)

    Published by Sustainable Management Fund

    This project looked at the reasons why there has been little uptake of the opportunity to transfer RMA functions to iwi under section 33 of the RMA.

  • Transferring RMA Functions to Iwi Using Section 33 - Diagrams (PDF 25 KB)

    Published by Sustainable Management Fund

    This project looked at the reasons why there has been little uptake of the opportunity to transfer RMA functions to iwi under section 33 of the RMA.

  • Transferring RMA Functions to Iwi Using Section 33 - Executive Summary (PDF 1 MB)

    Published by Sustainable Management Fund

    This project looked at the reasons why there has been little uptake of the opportunity to transfer RMA functions to iwi under section 33 of the RMA.

  • Waahi Taonga and Waahi Tapu (PDF 193.10 KB)

    Published by New Zealand Planning Institute - June 1992

    This article discusses Ngai Tahu's management of its waahi taonga, resources of historical and cultural importance. This is illustrated by the practices surrounding mutton bird harvesting.

  • Whakamau ki Nga Kaupapa - Making the best of iwi management plans under the Resource Management Act 1991

    Published by Ministry for the Environment - June 2001

    Practical ideas to help local authorities make the most of iwi management plans and other iwi planning documents, with suggestions on working more effectively with iwi in representing their views.

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