Post by Kiwi Frontline on Sept 20, 2016 18:30:14 GMT 12
GOVT CONSULTS IWI OVER OIL AND GAS EXPLORATION OFFER
The Government has started consulting iwi over proposed oil and gas exploration areas covering more than 500,000 square kilometres.
Energy Minister Simon Bridges says he's consulting iwi over four offshore areas, one offshore/onshore area and two onshore areas.
They cover a total area of 508,691 square kilometres.
Consultation with local authorities will start on October 17.
"Protected areas including National parks, marine reserves and world heritage sites are excluded."....
www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/govt-consults-iwi-over-oil-and-gas-exploration-offer
The Government has started consulting iwi over proposed oil and gas exploration areas covering more than 500,000 square kilometres.
Energy Minister Simon Bridges says he's consulting iwi over four offshore areas, one offshore/onshore area and two onshore areas.
They cover a total area of 508,691 square kilometres.
Consultation with local authorities will start on October 17.
"Protected areas including National parks, marine reserves and world heritage sites are excluded."....
www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/govt-consults-iwi-over-oil-and-gas-exploration-offer