This was premiered last night at the Calm Alarmist Law Madness public meeting held in Southwards, a one-hour investigation into this critical and complex issue impacting hundreds of thousands of Kiwis living along the coast.

The KCDC’s machinations and 12 year legal battles with Coastal Ratepayers United feature prominently.

  • What happens when your coastal home becomes “uninsurable”?
  • What does it mean for property values, councils, and entire communities?
  • And are these decisions being made with sound data—or extreme modelling and political pressure?

This isn’t just policy—it’s deeply personal for thousands of New Zealanders.

Managed Out uncovers the real stories, the modelling scam, and the human impact behind the growing push to “retreat.”

Go to RCR (Reality Check Radio) tonight at 8pm to get the full story, free. (There are several other interesting podcasts to be found on the website).