Boating events, reservations and notices
Here you'll find current information about upcoming boating events in the Canterbury region.
If you're planning an event out on the water, please complete the reservation form. The form must be submitted at least 20 working days prior to the date of the proposed variation.
If you have any questions please contact us at harbourmaster@ecan.govt.nz.
Upcoming events
No upcoming boating events are scheduled in Waitaha right now
Temporary boating notices
The following information includes temporary regulations made under the Navigation Safety Bylaw 2016 and Controls (PDF File, 5.69MB) for specific short-term purposes, such as powerboat races or large-scale swim events. It also includes minor changes to Bylaw rules for particular areas the water user community has asked for and supports.
To apply for a temporary reservation or exemption for your event, fill out the application form.
View temporary boating notices
Harbourmaster's approvals and directions
Approvals or exemptions are issued to organisations by the Harbourmaster, pursuant to the Canterbury Regional Council Navigation Safety Bylaw 2016.
To apply for a Harbourmaster approval, fill out the application form.
View Harbourmaster's approvals and directions
- Harbourmaster's Approval - French Farm Aquatic Club December 2018 (PDF file, 615KB)
- Harbourmaster's Approval - Canterbury Jet Sport Authorisation Identification (PDF file, 465KB)
- Harbourmaster’s Approval - Canterbury Water Sports Club - 5 October 2017 (PDF file, 661KB)
- Harbourmaster's Approval for use of existing vessel ID system - Canterbury Outboard Boating Club (PDF file, 178KB)
- Harbourmaster's Approval for use of existing vessel ID system - Lake Tekapo Powerboat and Water Ski Club Inc (PDF file, 71KB)
- Harbourmaster's Approval for use of existing vessel ID system - Jet Boating NZ; Yachting NZ; Little Rakaia Boating Club (PDF file, 354KB)
- Harbourmaster's Approval for use of existing vessel ID system - Surf Life Saving NZ (PDF file, 353KB)
- Harbourmaster's Approval for use of existing vessel ID system - Surf Life Saving New Zealand (PDF file, 420KB)