Andrew Parrish has had an extensive career in local government, working as a resource management planner for approximately 17 years at a range of district and regional councils. Andrew has been involved in the development of the full ambit of Resource Management Act plans, including plans to manage the effects of development on the urban and rural environment, biodiversity, water flow and quality, air quality and natural hazards. Andrew is currently employed by Environment Canterbury where he manages the Regional Planning Section. He is working in partnership with mana whenua to development an integrated planning framework to effectively manage the land, water and coastal environment and deliver the outcomes of the essential freshwater package.