Submission on modernising conservation land management

Public conservation land plays a fundamental role in recreation, health, and community. Recreation Aotearoa submits that it must remain open, accessible, and well-managed.

Overview of general comments

Recreation Aotearoa acknowledges the need for an updated and streamlined conservation land management framework. We emphasise that any changes must be guided by an approach that balances environmental protection, recreational use, public access, and financial sustainability. It must remain open, accessible, and well-managed. We advocate for reforms that ensure public access, strengthen partnerships with iwi and hapū, and recognise outdoor education providers as essential contributors to conservation and recreation. Exempting nonprofit providers from concession requirements would reduce administrative burdens and support equitable access to outdoor learning.

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Submission on modernising conservation land management

Questions or feedback

If you have any questions, or want to share your views, contact our Advocacy Manager, Sam Newton by email: sam@nzrecreation.org.nz.