The Government's about to unveil its re-write of the Resource Management Act

It'll replace the 34-year-old RMA - which covers how all consents are issued across the country.

Prime Minister Chris Luxon says the changes could cut consents by up to half.

Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths says the Government claims it could be one of its biggest legacies.

He says the law will cover a lot - from putting up a deck in the backyard to companies wanting to mine for gold or coal.