When Infrastructure Is the Constraint: What the New Levy Rules Mean for Development
Aug 2026
Learn what the Infrastructure Funding and Financing Amendment Bill means for developments constrained by transport, water and other infrastructure.
Leaders of Industry
Plan Change 120 Refined: Where Auckland’s Proposed Upzoning Has Changed
July 2026
Auckland Council has refined Plan Change 120, narrowing proposed upzoning while retaining greater housing capacity in well-connected locations. Find out what has changed before submissions open in August 2026.
Planning Reform Doesn’t Stop at the RMA
July 2026
National planning reform extends beyond replacing the RMA. Discover how the Head Start initiative and wider reforms could shape planning and development across New Zealand.
Great Developments Don’t Happen by Accident
June 2026
Successful developments start long before design begins. Learn how early planning, feasibility and informed decision-making help create stronger project outcomes.
Free Webinar: Understanding Auckland Council’s PC120 Natural Hazard Rules
June 2026
Understanding Plan Change 120’s Natural Hazard Rules is critical for property owners and developers. Watch our free webinar to learn how PC120 may impact your site, project design, and consent pathway.
Honouring Graham Cato (1946–2026)
April 2026
We honour the life and legacy of Graham Cato, founding director of Cato Bolam Consultants, whose leadership, integrity, and commitment to people helped shape our business and the communities we work in today.
Now’s the Time to Plan Native Planting and Wetland Restoration
March 2026
Autumn and winter are the ideal time to plan native planting and wetland restoration. Learn how rural landowners in Auckland can enhance wetlands, protect bush, and unlock value through TDRs and environmental enhancement subdivisions.
Kaipara District Plan Hearings Underway: What Landowners Need to Know
February 2026
The Proposed Kaipara District Plan hearings are underway. As evidence is presented and recommendations emerge, it’s important for landowners and developers to keep track of what could be landing.
How TDRs and Environmental Enhancement Subdivisions Create Long-Term Value
February 2026
Discover how to add value to your rural land through Transferable Development Rights and environmental enhancement subdivisions, creating new titles while permanently protecting native bush and wetlands.
Revisiting Watercare capacity: What it means for development potential in 2026
January 2026
As Plan Change 120 reshapes zoning expectations, Watercare’s network capacity plays a critical role in what can realistically be delivered. If you’re planning a project in 2026, understanding how zoning and servicing align is essential.
