Eric Dorfman has written a fantastic summary of the implications of climate change for New Zealand.  It is probably the most rubust resource we've found to date on the subject, and thankfully written in laymans tems.  An easy read without clubbing one upside the head with science.  It's captivating to have a cohesive picture of the possibilities that await the country in the years ahead, and useful for personal action and planning.  Covering both changes in nature and their knock on effects in the economy and social spheres, the book is concise and well rounded.  Best part of it is-- not all of is scary.  Afterall, knowledge is power.  A must read.

Some great online resources from the book are worth sharing here.  If you're keen to know how far under water your area might be with rising sea levels, have a play with this simulator.  To stay keep informed of changes in the climate over time, visit the NIWA National Climate Change Centre website or Climate Science.