Delivering solutions to safeguard New Zealand

The 16th Annual Freshwater Conference to be held 4-5 March 2025, will focus on ‘future-proofing New Zealand’s freshwater’ by exploring innovation, governance, and sustainability in water management. Key sessions will cover topics including policy updates on the Resource Management Act (RMA) reforms, Local Water Done Well (LWDW) initiatives, and integrating indigenous knowledge in water governance. Attendees will gain insights into digital transformation, innovative infra funding models, and climate change adaptation in the water sector.

The conference agenda includes keynote addresses, legal analysis, expert panels, and case studies that highlight the evolving challenges and opportunities in water infrastructure and management. It provides a platform for stakeholders to exchange best practices, collaborate on innovative solutions, and build partnerships to safeguard New Zealand’s freshwater resources.

Key Themes

• The latest developments relating to RMA reform and there impacts on freshwater management and planning

• The future of the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management (NPS-FM)

• The delivery of Local Water Done Well

• Water quality standards and frameworks for safeguarding drinking water

• Infrastructure development & funding models

• Sustainable water management

• Digital transformation in water

• Climate change adaptation and resilience

RMLA Network are entitled to a 25% discount. To qualify, enter the promotional code RMLA25 while booking online