Government unveils plan to replace Resource Management Act

Wednesday 26 March 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 26 Mar 2025, 6:01am

In this story Chris Bishop

The Government has announced plans to introduce two new pieces of legislation to replace the Resource Management Act by the end of the year. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop stated the changes aim to simplify planning and reduce red tape. Economists suggest the reforms could improve housing supply and reduce prices if enacted.

How they headlined it

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1. NZ HeraldWed 26 Mar 2025, 5:00am

   Finally, a plan and timeline to fix the broken RMA – Editorial (opens in new tab)

2. NewsroomWed 26 Mar 2025, 5:00am

   ‘I wondered when someone would notice’: Bishop to reshuffle RMA timeline (opens in new tab)

3. 1News via RNZWed 26 Mar 2025, 6:01am

   Will RMA change mean cheaper houses? (opens in new tab)