Car tyres, glass bottles, mattresses and burnt-out household rubbish are just some of the items our staff have found dumped at rivers in the area.
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Home heating remains the main source of winter air pollution in Waitaha Canterbury. Learn how weather, transport, industry and dust also affect air quality.
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The Government is boosting investment in wilding pine control, with an additional $79 million over three years for the national programme.
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Councillors discussed fish screen concerns, local government reform, staff wellbeing and governance updates at May’s Council meeting.
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Environment Canterbury has confirmed 2026/27 Annual Plan priorities, including a 2.4% rates increase, transport upgrades and flood protection investment.
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While air pollution in Waitaha Canterbury has been trending downwards over the past 20 years, smoke from wood burners is still impacting our winter air quality.
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Waimate’s air quality is improving, with new analysis confirming a clear long-term reduction in particulate pollution.
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Learn about the community-led projects receiving Environment Canterbury funding to protect biodiversity and restore waterways across Canterbury.
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A South Canterbury winter grazing flyover found strong efforts to protect waterways, while also highlighting some ongoing environmental risks.
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Help improve marine biosecurity information for Canterbury boaties and mooring owners and go in the draw to win a $250 Prezzy card.
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Collaborative weed control work along the Upper Rangitata River is helping protect braided river habitats, native species and vulnerable ecosystems.
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In the lead-up to Moving Day, we’re reminding farmers and stock truck drivers of their joint responsibility to prevent effluent spillage on roads.