ACT would remove the requirement for councils to identify Significant Natural Areas through the National Policy Statement for Indigenous Biodiversity,” says Mr Seymour. “In addition, we would create a $10 million fund to provide funding for local biodiversity initiatives, such as the work undertaken by the Queen Elizabeth II trust. “Private property rights are under threat thanks to the Government’s directive to councils to identify and manage SNAs. “Farmers, iwi and all property owners are worried that their land will be taken from them if the council rezones it. “Protecting biodiversity is a goal shared by all New Zealanders. But SNAs undermine private property rights