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A student-led organisation concerning environmental law in Aotearoa New Zealand

26/05/2026

📚 ELSA’s Lecture Series is officially kicking off!

We are super excited to announce that our first guest lecturer for the series will be Justin Sobion, joining us on Tuesday 2 June at 6pm in Room 810-332.

The lecture series is a great opportunity to hear from legal academics, gain insight into different areas of environment law, and connect with fellow students in a more informal setting. We’re looking forward to starting the series with what promises to be a really engaging session!

📍 810-332 🗓 Tuesday 2 June ⏰ 6:00pm

🔗 Sign up through the link in bio

20/05/2026

ℹ️ Climate Response Bill - what you need to know!

The Government has announced proposed amendments to the Climate Change Response Act 2002 that would limit tort claims for climate change related harm, including claims like Smith v Fonterra.

The proposal raises major questions about accountability, access to justice and the role of the courts in responding to the climate crisis. While the Government argues the changes will provide ‘commercial certainty’ for businesses, critics warn they could shield major emitters from liability and remove an important avenue for climate litigation in Aotearoa.

➡️ Swipe through to learn more about what this means for climate litigation, the common law and environmental accountability in New Zealand!

05/05/2026

Want hands-on experience in environmental and climate change law? 🌍

We’re connecting students with volunteering opportunities in environmental law and policy - working on real projects around climate change, adaptation and sustainability.

Previous work has included research on Treaty obligations and emissions targets. We have some awesome projects lined up - stay tuned as they be announced very soon!

Keen to get involved? Join our volunteer pool and be the first to hear about opportunities👇

Express your interest via link in bio 🔗

13/04/2026

What an engaging and thought-provoking evening with Professor Stepan Wood from the University of British Columbia!

We explored the challenges of embedding environmental rights within constitutional frameworks, alongside critical conversations on climate change and Indigenous rights 🌏

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such a meaningful discussion.

Stay tuned for the next ELSA event 🌱

02/04/2026

POV: you went to Law on the Lawn ⚖️

Thanks to everyone who came along and made it such a great afternoon 🌲

Stay tuned for lots more ELSA events coming up later in the year!

28/03/2026

‘A Hot Day in Iqaluit? Realising Environmental Rights in Canada’s Constitutional Cul-de-Sac.’🌱

Join us for an insightful evening with Professor Stepan Wood as he explores the future of environmental rights in Canada.

From climate change to Indigenous rights and the evolving idea of rights for nature itself, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Stick around after the talk for free food and a chance to connect!

🗓 Tuesday 31st March
⏰ 4:00–6:00pm
📍 Location: TBA

Sign up via the link in bio 🔗

26/03/2026

Meet the ELSA 2026 Executive Team 👏

We’re proud to introduce the group leading ELSA this year - a team driven by collaboration and a shared commitment to creating opportunities for law students. We’re excited to build on ELSA’s impact and deliver a big year ahead.

Stay tuned for what’s coming, 2026 is just getting started! ⚖️

13/03/2026

☀️Law On The Lawn: 18th March, 12-2pm

ELSA’s welcoming picnic is here! Join us for a relaxed afternoon on the Old Government House Lawn from 12-2pm on Wednesday, 18th March.

Come along to hang out with friends, meet some new people from law school, and take a break from your classes. Whether you’re new to law or returning for another year, it’s the perfect way to ease into the semester!

And of course… there will be lots of free food 😌

🗓️: Wednesday, 18th March
🕑: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
📍: Old Government House Lawn

Register via the link in bio! 🔗

10/03/2026

🌎 Climate Chage Litigation Conference: 26-27 March

Interested in climate change law and litigation? The New Zealand Centre for Environmental Law, alongside the Legal Research Foundation and Lawyers for Climate Action NZ, is hosting a major conference at Auckland Law School.

The event features an incredible lineup of speakers including senior judges and leading advocates involved in climate litigation across New Zealand and internationally.

🗓️ 26 March: Evening judicial panel chaired by Chief Justice Helen Winkelmann
🗓️ 27 March: Full day conference

Heavily discounted student tickets are available! This is a great opportunity for law students interested in environmental law, litigation and climate governance.

🔗 Register via the link in bio

22/01/2026

RMA Reform Submissions Party!

When: Monday 2 Feb | 7PM–8PM
Where: via Zoom (link in bio - please sign up to the registration link!)

What: The Resource Management Act 1991 is undergoing reform (again). The Environment Committee is currently accepting submissions on the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill until Friday 4.30PM, 13 February.

As the Bills stand, they have major implications for how Māori interests are considered within the resource management regime, and risk further isolating the ways the rights of taiao and the rights of Māori can be upheld or argued for. We encourage everyone to get involved, attend this submissions workshop, and learn how to write a submission against these proposals.

We’ll also be joined by student co-authors of the recent interview-commentary report:
“Resource Management Act Reform and Mana Wāhine: The importance of Mana Wāhine and Te Tiriti o Waitangi in resource management” who will present their findings and how they can inform how we approach writing submissions.

Come write with us! No previous knowledge of resource management law necessary. This workshop is for everyone.

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Level 2, Building 810 Eden Crescent &, Short Street
Auckland
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