Infrastructure and services are fundamental to New Zealanders’ day-to-day lives and the country’s economy. Public Works legislation enables the Crown and local authorities to acquire land for these purposes.

To manage the development of projected and future infrastructure and services, with improved efficiency and effectiveness, the Public Works Act 1981 is being reformed. 

The changes signify a major shift in how New Zealand approaches land acquisition in this context. 

This webinar will look at specific and general amendments to the legislation, and consider how they will impact the public acquisition processes while also providing protections for landowners. 

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

• Get to grips with the key changes to the public works legislation. 
• Explore how those changes will impact affected landowners.
• Become better apprised for advising clients on public works-related matters.

Who Should Attend?

Property lawyers, Environment and Resource Management lawyers, and litigators.

Presenter

Alan Webb KC | Quay Chambers