Water is life. Out of a list of crucial tasks and ambitions, managing and nurturing our water is the most important job that Environment Canterbury has.
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Flooding can have devastating effects. We have taken significant steps to reduce the risk of potential flood damage and we need to adapt for climate change.
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Biosecurity and pest management are our key responsibilities, and working with a range of agencies and the community is key to making progress in this space.
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Canterbury farmers are some of the most productive and efficient in the country. Find out how Stu has managed his consent process.
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With the rates due to being set early next year, we want to make sure that you can have your say in ensuring that we get the balance right.
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Learning about traditional mahinga kai, in and around our waterways was the theme of a special community meeting and hāngī in Omarama.
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New pathways, fencing and tracks around the mouth of the Hakatere/Ashburton River are improving the environment for the many native birds that inhabit the area.
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Council and working groups focus on deterioration in water clarity of the Opāwaho/Heathcote river and Cashmere stream as part of the five-year compliance plan.
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Dealing with legacy issues (hazardous or contaminated sites) is one of the hardest tasks we face as a regional council.
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Our experts have just analysed Canterbury's air quality for winter 2020, and the results are pleasing.
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Explore Canterbury’s world-renowned and unique braided rivers by meeting some of the people restoring their mana.
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Environment Canterbury purchases neighbouring heritage site to protect historical elements and providing options for future development.