News & events

Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021

Our Long-Term Plan 2021-31 has been formally adopted. The plan sets the course for our work in the region across the ten years.

Date: Thu, 10 Jun 2021

Find the latest updates on rainfall, river flow and key roading updates across the region.

Date: Fri, 28 May 2021

The impacts of climate change in Canterbury will be highlighted in a regionwide campaign starting this week.

Date: Thu, 20 May 2021

Learn the three key components to ensure a smoke-free fire to better heat your home this winter.

Date: Wed, 28 Jul 2021

A new report has found that significant reductions in nutrient loads will be required to preserve water quality in the Ashburton/Ō Tū Wharekai lakes.

Date: Wed, 28 Jul 2021

Minister for the Environment approves Change 1 to Chapter 6 of the CRPS to future proof urban development in Selwyn and Waimakariri.

Date: Tue, 27 Jul 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

A covenant is a great way to protect existing biodiversity and improve the health of ecosystems.

Date: Mon, 26 Jul 2021

The Government is seeking feedback on its proposed Freshwater Farm Plan (FW-FP) module, part of the Government’s push towards integrated farm planning.

Date: Mon, 26 Jul 2021

A remarkable one-eyed scent detection dog is training to sniff out African love grass and assist our pest surveillance programme.

Date: Mon, 26 Jul 2021 by Christchurch West Melton Zone Delivery Lead Ruth Sarson

Christchurch West Melton Zone Delivery Lead Ruth Sarson reminds everyone about the rules for outdoor burning in the city.

Date: Mon, 26 Jul 2021

Former chair Dave Ashby and deputy chair Cam Henderson reflect on over a decade of joint service to the Waimakariri Water Zone Committee.

Date: Fri, 23 Jul 2021

The current state of Canterbury's groundwater quality has been revealed in the latest groundwater quality survey.