We’re delighted to introduce Hinewai, our Papa Pounamu Whakatutukitanga Scholar for 2026. 👉 Read: bit.ly/4zTXi3z #NZplanning #NZPI #PlannersNZ #WSP #PapaPounamu #NZPIAwards

NZPI has made a submission on the Illustrative National Policy Direction. 👉 Read the submission in full here: bit.ly/4BhenWJ #NZplanning #NZPI #PlannersNZ #NZPISubmission #NPD #RMreform

NZPI has brought together a panel of experts for a conversation about what applying the procedural principles could mean for planning practice in NZ. Register for this free event on 12 Nov here ow.ly/ZBiM50ZZWFe

We'd like to thank Styles Group, who for 12 years has sponsored the lanyards at our annual Planning Conference, helping delegates put names to faces & build new professional relationships. 👉 Explore sponsorship opportunities here: bit.ly/3RJZmdS

Our Talking Points programme has already introduced some big conversations & learning opportunities for 2026. Now is a great time to check your Talking Points balance & plan ahead. See what we have planned for October & November here: bit.ly/47BUCeL

Barker & Associates have been long-time & loyal supporters of Conference, seeking innovative ways to enhance the Conference experience. We’re delighted to welcome back B&A as Water Bottle sponsors at #NZPIC27 👉 Explore sponsorship opportunities here: bit.ly/3RJZmdS

Just 24-Hours Left to Submit to the 2027 Rodney Davies Research Symposium. Download the abstract guidelines & submission requirements here ow.ly/X3ft50ZS2hw

SHAPE (NZPI’s Natural Hazards SIG) has released a research report (funded by NHC) on the implementation of the NPS - Natural Hazards. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/4dICl2Z #NZplanning #NZPI #PlannersNZ #SHAPE #NHC

We’re delighted to have globally respected champion of resilience Lianne Dalziel as keynote speaker at the 2027 Planning Conference. 👉 Read more about Lianne here: bit.ly/4jkXHa8 #NZplanning #NZPI #PlanningForGenerations #HeAoAnamata #Christchurch #Ōtautahi

To help you delve into our CPD prospectus & plan ahead, read about what we have coming up in the next 2 months: Bit.ly/3VKePfN Click onto our Events Calendar to select & register for any of our CPD workshops now here: bit.ly/4cG4Qhs

Last week we hosted a 1-hour webinar on transitional consenting provisions, with a specific focus on s104(1A), s104AAa & s76A changes in the RMA. find all you need to know about how to register & view here ow.ly/ZKjc50ZXqbp

This week Liz Moncrieff speaks to RNZ about the role of historical land covenants in a rapidly changing planning system. Listen here: rnz.co.nz/national/programme…

RTPI & City Space are seeking participants for an interview series exploring the WTPD theme; Great Communities Are Built on Planning. 👉 Interested in taking part? Read more here bit.ly/4jcQDwg #NZplanning #NZPI #PlannersNZ #WTPD

Michael Cullen is an Australian planner, urban economist & founder of Urbacity, a consultancy specialising in town centres, urban economics, master planning & community development. He’ll speak at #NZPIC27, 17-19 March. 👉 Read more here: bit.ly/4zJ0wa7 #NZplanning

New national environmental standards for the electricity & telecommunication networks are about to reshape how essential infrastructure is planned & delivered across NZ. Join MCERT & MBIE at our next Talking Points to learn more here planning.org.nz/events-and-c…

A highlight of WTPD is awarding Distinguished Service Awards (DSAs). Today we’re putting out a final reminder before nominations close this Friday 9 October 2026. Download a nomination form here bit.ly/3VBitsa

Message from the Chair. The NZPI Board came together last week for their quarterly Board meeting. Board Chair Andrea Harris has provided members with an update on what’s front of mind for the Board. 👉 Read bit.ly/46YgGzR #NZplanning #NZPI #PlannersNZ

Sport NZ has just launched the new Every Body Active by Design guide. To download the guide search activebydesign.org.nz #NZplanning #NZPI #PlannersNZ #SportNZ

We’re delighted to have economist Shamubeel Eaqub make the complexities of economics easy & engaging as a keynote speaker at the 2027 Planning Conference. Read more here: bit.ly/4z79Ofo #NZplanning #NZPI #PlanningForGenerations #HeAoAnamata #Christchurch #Ōtautahi

The Bills are Now Laws The Planning & Natural Environment Bills have received 👑Royal Assent this afternoon & are now laws. Read the update on the Parliament Website here ow.ly/262050ZSVzA