Rural Proofing
Rural proof your policy
Rural Proofing Document
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What is Rural Proofing and why is it important?
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>>
What makes Rural NZ Different?
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>>
Information on Rural NZ
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>>
The 7 steps to Rural Proofing
Implications Checklist
Mitigation Measures
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>>
Useful Contacts
- 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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