Planning & Resource Management

Chris is a Principal Planner and Team Lead at Landpro, specialising in energy and mining. With over 13 years’ experience across planning, consenting, and policy development, Chris brings deep expertise to complex projects—from site selection through to post-consent management and design changes.

His strong understanding of New Zealand’s resource management system was shaped by his time at the Department of Conservation, where he led work on national policy for renewable energy, aquaculture, freshwater, and biodiversity. He has also worked across a wide range of legislation including the Crown Minerals Act, Wildlife Act, and COVID Fast Track Consenting.

Chris holds a Master of Planning (Distinction) and a BSc in Zoology from Otago University, and has completed specialised training in project management, nutrient management, and the DOC Māori immersion programme.

Outside of work, Chris enjoys time with his young family and has previously been active in professional planning and mining organisations, as well as community fundraising and sport.

Claire is based in the South Island and leads Landpro’s technical planning work in the water space, specialising in irrigation, stormwater, wastewater, and drinking water projects.

With over 18 years’ experience in water resource planning and environmental impact assessment, Claire is skilled in evaluating the social, cultural, and environmental effects of infrastructure projects. She has a strong focus on practical environmental mitigation and often manages complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving stakeholder consultation and Council or Environment Court hearings.

Claire holds a BAppSc (Hons) in Environmental Management and a Postgraduate Certificate in Integrated Catchment Management. She enjoys solving problems and helping clients navigate Council and national regulations to find the right solution.

Outside of work, Claire lives in Wānaka with her two energetic boys and enjoys exploring the outdoors by bike or on the water. She’s also the President of Netball Upper Clutha.

Walter is an experienced planning professional with over 15 years in the industry, including more than a decade as a consultant advising clients across the full spectrum of New Zealand’s planning and development regulations. As Principal Planner, Walter specialises in working closely with clients to explore practical options, navigate complex planning frameworks, and see projects through to successful outcomes.

With a rural background and a strong understanding of land-based industries, Walter particularly enjoys supporting farmers and rural landowners through regulatory processes. Based in our Cromwell office, he brings a strategic and solutions-focused approach to a wide range of projects across the South Island.

Outside of work, Walter enjoys spending time outdoors with his family—running, biking, skiing, and playing squash.