Documents - New Zealand Forest Owners Association https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources?format=html Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:00:39 +1300 en-GB hourly 1 Management of Fire in Our Forest and Rural Landscape Conference 2025 Outcomes https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/fire/956-management-of-fire-in-our-forest-and-rural-landscape-conference-2025-outcomes-1?format=html Management of Fire in Our Forest and Rural Landscape Conference 2025 Outcomes This statement captures the outcomes of the Management of Fire in Our Forest and Rural Landscape Conference 2025, bringing together land managers, fire agencies, industry, and communities to strengthen forest and rural fire management across Aotearoa New Zealand. It highlights a strong, shared call for improved collaboration, national coordination, and inclusive governance to build a more resilient, effective, and future-focused landscape fire system. The document summarises key conference findings and workshop insights to inform sector-wide learning and action.

]]> https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/fire/956-management-of-fire-in-our-forest-and-rural-landscape-conference-2025-outcomes-1?format=html This statement captures the outcomes of the Management of Fire in Our Forest and Rural Landscape Conference 2025, bringing together land managers, fire agencies, industry, and communities to strengthen forest and rural fire management across Aotearoa New Zealand. It highlights a strong, shared call for improved collaboration, national coordination, and inclusive governance to build a more resilient, effective, and future-focused landscape fire system. The document summarises key conference findings and workshop insights to inform sector-wide learning and action.

]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) Fire Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:00:39 +1300 The Environment (Disestablishment of Ministry for the Environment) Amendment Bill https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/954-the-environment-disestablishment-of-ministry-for-the-environment-amendment-bill?format=html The Environment (Disestablishment of Ministry for the Environment) Amendment Bill FOA submission on, The Environment (Disestablishment of Ministry for the Environment) Amendment Bill submitted to the Environment Committee 11 March 2026.

]]> https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/954-the-environment-disestablishment-of-ministry-for-the-environment-amendment-bill?format=html FOA submission on, The Environment (Disestablishment of Ministry for the Environment) Amendment Bill submitted to the Environment Committee 11 March 2026.

]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2026 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:13:45 +1300 NZIER Cost of Compliance Report https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/environment/environmental-reports/953-nzier-cost-of-compliance-report?format=html NZIER Cost of Compliance Report https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/environment/environmental-reports/953-nzier-cost-of-compliance-report?format=html RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) Environmental reports Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:14:20 +1300 Industry Forest Fire review report Matakana Island 2020 - 2023 https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/fire/952-industry-forest-fire-review-report?format=html Industry Forest Fire review report Matakana Island 2020 - 2023 Industry Forest Fire review report.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) Fire Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:48:08 +1300 Review of forestry in the Emissions Trading Scheme cost recovery settings https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/951-review-of-forestry-in-the-emissions-trading-sheme-cost-recovery-settings?format=html Review of forestry in the Emissions Trading Scheme cost recovery settings FOA submission on the Review of forestry in the Emissions Trading Scheme cost recovery settings submitted to Ministry for Primary Industries 16 February 2026.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2026 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:38:38 +1300 Voluntary Markets Policies and Processes https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/950-voluntary-markets-policies-and-processes?format=html Voluntary Markets Policies and Processes FOA submission on Voluntary Markets Policies and Processes, submitted to the Ministry for the Environment, 12 February 2026

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2026 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:34:59 +1300 Natural Environment Bill and Planning Bill https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/949-natural-enviornment-bill-and-planning-bill?format=html Natural Environment Bill and Planning Bill Joint FOA/NZFFA submission on the Natural Environment Bill and Planning Bill submitted to the Environment Select Committee, 13 February 2026

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2026 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:24:02 +1300 Green Economy Partnership Agreement https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/948-green-economy-partnership-agreement?format=html Green Economy Partnership Agreement Green Economy Partnership Agreement Submitted to: Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Trade - 5 February 2026

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2026 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:14:35 +1300 Consultation on a Rates Target Model for New Zealand https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/947-consultation-on-a-rates-target-model-for-new-zealand?format=html Consultation on a Rates Target Model for New Zealand FOA submission Consultation on a Rates Target Model for New Zealand, submitted to Department of Internal Affairs 4 February 2026.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2026 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:47:01 +1300 The Public Works Amendment Bill https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2026/946-the-public-works-amendment-bill?format=html The Public Works Amendment Bill Submitted to: Transport and Infrastructure Committee, New Zealand Parliament, 27 January 2026

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2026 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:09:28 +1300 Taxation and the NFP Sector: Targeted consultation on detailed design. https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2025/945-taxation-and-the-nfp-sector-targeted-consultation-on-detailed-design?format=html Taxation and the NFP Sector: Targeted consultation on detailed design. FOA submission on Taxation and the NFP Sector: Targeted consultation on detailed design, submitted to Inland Revenue 23 December 2025.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2025 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:10:41 +1300 Predators in Plantation Forests https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/environment/environmental-reports/944-predators-in-plantation-forests?format=html Predators in Plantation Forests Report prepared by University of Canterbury, School of Forestry on the predator profile in plantation forests.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) Environmental reports Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:56:58 +1300 COST RECOVERY FOR MPI TRADE CERTIFICATION https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2025/943-cost-recovery-for-mpi-trade-certification?format=html COST RECOVERY FOR MPI TRADE CERTIFICATION Joint NZFOA/NZFFA Submission - Cost Recovery for MPI Trade Certification

Submitted on 4th December 2025

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Submitted on 4th December 2025

]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2025 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:39:21 +1300 Proposed updates to MPI's Cost Recovery for Plant and Forestry Export Certification https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2025/942-proposed-updates-to-mpi-s-cost-recovery-for-plant-and-forestry-export-certification?format=html Proposed updates to MPI's Cost Recovery for Plant and Forestry Export Certification Joint FOA/NZFFA submission on proposed updates to MPI's Cost Recovery for Plant and Forestry Export Certification, submitted to MPI 21 November 2025.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2025 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:38:04 +1300 Plant Pass Checklist Version 2.0 https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2025/941-plant-pass-checklist-version-2-0?format=html Plant Pass Checklist Version 2.0 Joint FOA/NZFFA submission on PLant Pass Checklist Version 2.0 submitted to Plant Pass 23 October 2025.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2025 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:51:36 +1300 Consultation on the Interpretation of Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Definition https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2025/940-consultation-on-the-interpretation-of-genetically-modified-organism-gmo-definition?format=html Consultation on the Interpretation of Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Definition FOA submission on the Interpretation of Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Definition.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2025 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:33:00 +1300 Report of the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Alt-F Reset: Examining the drivers of forestry in New Zealand https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2025/939-report-of-the-parliamentary-comissioner-for-the-environment-alt-f-reset-examining-the-drivers-of-forestry-in-new-zealand?format=html Report of the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Alt-F Reset: Examining the drivers of forestry in New Zealand FOA submission on the Report of the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Alt-F Reset: Examining the drivers of forestry in New Zealand, submitted to the Environment Committee, New Zealand Parliament, 6 October 2025.

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]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2025 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:28:06 +1300 Pine wilt disease: Biosecurity readiness for New Zealand’s plantation forestry https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/forest-biosecurity/938-pine-wilt-disease-biosecurity-readiness-for-new-zealand-s-plantation-forestry?format=html Pine wilt disease: Biosecurity readiness for New Zealand’s plantation forestry This report assesses New Zealand’s biosecurity readiness for pine wilt disease (PWD), caused by the nematode Bursaphelenchus xylophilus. PWD spreads via Monochamus beetles and causes rapid pine mortality; Pinus radiata may be more susceptible than previously thought. Though not present in NZ, border interceptions and climate suitability raise concern. The report outlines surveillance, diagnostics, and control strategies including remote sensing, biocontrol, and resistance breeding. It aims to guide preparedness planning to protect NZ’s forestry sector from potential PWD incursions.

]]> https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/forest-biosecurity/938-pine-wilt-disease-biosecurity-readiness-for-new-zealand-s-plantation-forestry?format=html This report assesses New Zealand’s biosecurity readiness for pine wilt disease (PWD), caused by the nematode Bursaphelenchus xylophilus. PWD spreads via Monochamus beetles and causes rapid pine mortality; Pinus radiata may be more susceptible than previously thought. Though not present in NZ, border interceptions and climate suitability raise concern. The report outlines surveillance, diagnostics, and control strategies including remote sensing, biocontrol, and resistance breeding. It aims to guide preparedness planning to protect NZ’s forestry sector from potential PWD incursions.

]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) Forest Biosecurity Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:51:47 +1200 Ips grandicollis and other bark beetles: Biosecurity readiness for New Zealand’s plantation forestry https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/forest-biosecurity/937-ips-grandicollis-and-other-bark-beetles-biosecurity-readiness-for-new-zealand-s-plantation-forestry?format=html Ips grandicollis and other bark beetles: Biosecurity readiness for New Zealand’s plantation forestry Ips grandicollis, a bark beetle native to North America and now established in Australia, poses a significant biosecurity threat to New Zealand’s Pinus radiata plantations. This comprehensive report assesses the beetle’s biology, global spread, and risk factors, highlighting its potential to cause widespread tree mortality and timber degradation, especially under climate stress. It outlines surveillance, control, and management strategies, including chemical, biological, and silvicultural options, and recommends a national readiness plan to mitigate incursion risks. The report emphasizes the need for improved diagnostics, trap networks, and coordinated response protocols to protect New Zealand’s forestry sector.

]]> https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/forest-biosecurity/937-ips-grandicollis-and-other-bark-beetles-biosecurity-readiness-for-new-zealand-s-plantation-forestry?format=html Ips grandicollis, a bark beetle native to North America and now established in Australia, poses a significant biosecurity threat to New Zealand’s Pinus radiata plantations. This comprehensive report assesses the beetle’s biology, global spread, and risk factors, highlighting its potential to cause widespread tree mortality and timber degradation, especially under climate stress. It outlines surveillance, control, and management strategies, including chemical, biological, and silvicultural options, and recommends a national readiness plan to mitigate incursion risks. The report emphasizes the need for improved diagnostics, trap networks, and coordinated response protocols to protect New Zealand’s forestry sector.

]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) Forest Biosecurity Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:50:28 +1200 FOA & FICA NZ Forestry Training Committee NCEA Submission https://nzfoa.org.nz/resources/file-libraries-resources/submissions/2025/935-foa-fica-nz-forestry-training-committee-ncea-submission?format=html FOA & FICA NZ Forestry Training Committee NCEA Submission Joint FOA and FICA submission on the 'Proposal to Replace NCEA with New National Qualifications'.

Submitted to the Ministry or Education on the 15th September 2025

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Submitted to the Ministry or Education on the 15th September 2025

]]> RosemaryM@nzfoa.org.nz (Rosemary McFadyen) 2025 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:30:34 +1200