6. Matters relevant to purpose of Act---All persons exercising
functions, powers, and duties under this Act shall, to achieve the
purpose of this Act, take into account the following matters:
(a) The sustainability of all native and valued introduced flora and
fauna:
(b) The intrinsic value of ecosystems:
(c) Public health:
(d) The relationship of Maori and their culture and traditions with
their ancestral lands, water, sites, waahi tapu, valued flora
and fauna, and other taonga:
(e) The economic and related benefits to be derived from the use of a
particular hazardous substance or new organism:
(f) New Zealand's international obligations.