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We enjoyed connecting with many of you over coffee in Wairau, Blenheim last year, and we look forward to sharing that same spirit of manaakitanga in another beautiful part of Aotearoa.

The conference theme, True North, could not be more timely.  As resource management and local government navigate significant reform, the idea of finding our true north resonates strongly. We are excited to hear from the conference’s outstanding line-up of speakers as they explore how we can safeguard Aotearoa’s natural resources for future generations while responding to new challenges and opportunities. The Bay of Islands provides the perfect setting for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and of course, the always-anticipated field trips. At its heart, resource management is about shaping the legacy we leave for future generations—a responsibility shared by everyone attending this conference.

At Cooney Lees Morgan, we understand the enduring tension between development and environmental protection.  Preparing for the future means grappling with this complexity, something we’ve been helping our clients do for over a century. Since opening our doors in Tauranga more than 100 years ago, we’ve worked alongside local authorities, businesses, developers, and tangata whenua across the motu. Like Northland, our home region is characterised by rapid growth, immense natural beauty, and strong community connections.  We bring that perspective of progress and protection to everything we do.