News & events

Date: Thu, 20 May 2021

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

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: Thu, 1 Jul 2021

LAWA has released its Air Quality National Picture Summary, which confirms air quality in New Zealand towns is generally good, and has improved.

Date: Thu, 1 Jul 2021

Burning/burying farm plastics can cause ongoing issues, which is why its important to recycle farm plastic. Find out how to do this in Kaikōura

Date: Tue, 22 Jun 2021

Environment Canterbury has signed Adaptive Management Plans with two businesses to address odour issues in northern Timaru and Washdyke.

Date: Mon, 24 May 2021

Although it's open fire season in Canterbury, you must still follow our burning rules and check it's alright before you light.

Date: Fri, 26 Mar 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

With the days becoming shorter and colder, having good heating in your home is key. But do you know the best ways to burn cleaner?

Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Is dust simply one of life’s irritations – a nuisance at worst – or can something more be done to help those who are living with it day in day out?

Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2021

With crop residue burning season here, it is essential that the all rules and requirements are followed to manage any potentially adverse effects.

Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2021

We are undertaking a pilot project focused on gathering better information and data about dust levels in the McLeans Island area.

Date: Fri, 12 Feb 2021

We are working closely with Hurunui District Council to manage the Amberley tyre stockpile where a large fire broke out recently.

Date: Fri, 18 Dec 2020

DIYers are being warned about the potential for accidentally contaminating their own home during home maintenance over summer.