Allan Birchfield

Allan Birchfield

politician New Zealand

Allan Birchfield is a West Coast regional councillor known for his advocacy on issues affecting landowners, particularly regarding significant natural areas (SNAs). He has lobbied for over six years for compensation for landowners impacted by land use restrictions due to environmental protections. Birchfield highlights the financial difficulties faced by councils in providing such compensation, arguing that many are heavily in debt and unable to afford the payments required by new legislative proposals. His work focuses on balancing environmental protection with the economic needs of local communities.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
4,344
Power
189$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 1 6.00 0.09% +0% 4,822,233 4,344 $210,000 189$
Totals 1 4,822,233 4,344 $210,000 189$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: West Coast regional councillor Allan Birchfield has lobbied for more than six years for compensation for landowners affected by SNAs. 6

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Cash-strapped councils cannot afford SNA compensation - West Coast councillor