Even small fuel spills can harm waterways and wildlife. Refuel carefully, use the right gear, and report spills quickly to help protect the marine environment.
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Across Waitaha Canterbury, we work with our communities and central government to deliver projects that increase flood resilience.
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Environment Canterbury Councillors adopted the Draft Annual Plan 2026/27, approved governance agreements and agreed to sell surplus assets.
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Keep up to date on the Nīkau Palm Valley Bay boat sinking in Akaroa.
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What you need to know when cleaning up flood damage on your rural property.
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Washing your car at home? Soapy water flowing into stormwater drains can harm our rivers and sea. Here’s how to clean your car without polluting our waterways.
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Two summer interns have helped strengthen long‑standing partnerships and advance key biodiversity projects.
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Find out how Environment Canterbury delivered key transport, water quality, governance and financial outcomes in late 2025.
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Canterbury dairy farmers, Adele and Peter King, on the value of the Farm Environment Plan system.
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We want to know what you think about Routes 84 Rolleston Direct West and 85 Rolleston Direct East - what's been your experience?
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An investigation is underway for a wastewater discharge into Te Waipapa Diamond Harbour and Bays from Christchurch City Council that resulted in a health alert.
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Environment Canterbury responds to government reforms, calling for locally led governance, phased transition, and decisions made at the right level.