Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Recognise the sacred responsibility to care for the land (whenua), water (wai), and all living entities through kaitiakitanga.
Foster respect and care for the community and environment through manaakitanga.
Strengthen relationships between council, iwi, hapū, and community groups through whanaungatanga.
Recognise the sacred responsibility to care for the land (whenua), water (wai), and all living entities through kaitiakitanga.
Foster respect and care for the community and environment through manaakitanga.
Strengthen relationships between council, iwi, hapū, and community groups through whanaungatanga.
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