News & events

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2021

On Sunday 11 April consultation on Environment Canterbury’s draft Long-Term Plan will close. You still have time to make a submission and share your views.

Date: Thu, 25 Mar 2021

If you have a current consent to take water in Canterbury, you’ll have received a letter from us informing you of upcoming charges for water use.

Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2021

Mount Lawry Station in the Canterbury foothills has received a funding boost to help protect its native biodiversity which includes beech forest and wetlands.

Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2021

Applications are open to join your local water zone committee. Hear from current members about what it means to be part of local water management and apply now.

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2021

Regional park rangers are now warranted to issue instant $750 fines to anyone found dumping rubbish in Canterbury's three regional parks.

Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2021 by Gina Waibl, Chair, Banks Peninsula Water Zone Committee

Gina Waibl was elected as the Banks Peninsula Water Zone Committee Chair at the March 2021 meeting.

Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2021

We've compiled frequently asked questions and answers about this consent application due to the level of interest in this renewal application.

Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2021 by Kevin Heays

Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kevin Heays talks about winter activities and community conversations.

Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2021

It may look unsightly but the brown substance showing up at Caroline Bay is actually a harmless algae.

Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2021

Central zones' Pou Mātai Kō Tana Luke has joined Environment Canterbury and offers a wealth of experience in matauranga Māori.

Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2021

Two Canterbury schools have had the chance to learn and immerse themselves in their local environment with support from our youth engagement and education team.

Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2021

Our recent odour pilot in Washdyke and northern Timaru has established the two main businesses that are emitting odour beyond their boundaries.