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Environment and Resources Law

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Salmon Environmental Law

Salmon Environmental Law is an essential guide for navigating New Zealand's land, air, and water resource management. Since its inception, following the 1991 reforms, it has provided critical insights for resource management professionals, local authorities, and legal practitioners. The publication offers historical context, legal analysis, and case law interpretation, supported by an expert advisory panel, ensuring comprehensive understanding and application of resource management law.

Resource Management 

Comprehensive analysis of New Zealand’s key legislation, including the Resource Management Act 1991, Crown Minerals Act 1991, and Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996. Essential for professionals in resource management, an expert author team provides section-by-section commentary, and updates on major legislative changes. With full coverage of regulations, policy statements, and Environmental Court practice notes, this service ensures your expertise remains current and informed.

Environmental Law in New Zealand

Environmental Law in New Zealand is an authoritative text which provides in-depth commentary on the wide range of topics that encompass the field of Environmental Law such as the Resource Management Act 1991, freshwater management, the Treaty of Waitangi, and climate change.  It is an essential reference for subject-based discussion of the law.