Rural Proofing

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Rural Proofing is guide for government policy advisers. It is a process to assist policy advisers take into account the circumstances and needs of the rural community when developing and implementing policy and when undertaking consultation ... more>>

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Two key characteristics of rural New Zealand (low population density and isolation) could influence the effectiveness of proposed policies.
Three areas relevant to policy development are especially influenced by population density and isolation ... more>>

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The rural community is an important part of the New Zealand community and the New Zealand economy is highly dependent on rural-based businesses ... more>>

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Rural proofing is a 7-step process to identify and assess the implications of proposed government policies for the rural community and to identify potential measures to mitigate the negative implications of such policies ... more>>

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Dairy Companies Association of NZ

www.dcanz.com

Federated Farmers of NZ

www.fedfarm.org.nz

Federation of Māori Authorities

www.foma.co.nz

Horticulture New Zealand

www.hortnz.co.nz

Local Councils website

www.localcouncils.govt.nz

Rural Women New Zealand

www.ruralwomen.org

Māori Women's Welfare League

PO Box 12 072, Thorndon, Wellington

Meat Industry Association of New Zealand

www.mia.co.nz

New Zealand Forest Owners Association

www.nzfoa.org.nz

New Zealand Rural General Practice Network

www.rgpn.org.nz

Te Kāhui Māngai: Directory of Iwi and Māori Organisations

www.tekahuimangai.govt.nz

Wood Processors Association of NZ

www.wpa.org.nz

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