News & events

Date: Mon, 11 Jul 2022

A recent report shows how air quality impacts the health of New Zealanders.

Date: Tue, 21 Jun 2022

Smoky air, itchy eyes and smelly washing – these are things to consider before lighting up that rubbish or garden waste and becoming the neighbourhood nuisance.

Date: Thu, 19 May 2022

Central government, mana whenua, and local government met to mark the beginning of a newly strengthened partnership to drive planning for Greater Christchurch.

Date: Wed, 18 May 2022 by Kaikōura zone delivery lead Kevin Heays

Read Kaikōura zone delivery lead Kevin Heays' latest update, where he discusses recycling on farms and winter burning rules.

Date: Wed, 18 May 2022

As the weather turns colder, it’s the perfect time to remember the three components for a warmer, cheaper, smoke-free fire.

Date: Fri, 13 May 2022 by Jenny Hughey

Don't be a nuisance neighbour - you must check for rules, risks and conditions before burning waste.

Date: Tue, 3 May 2022

As part of our annual ‘Warmer Cheaper’ campaign, we are encouraging Timaru residents with wood burners to burn smoke-free this winter.  

Date: Thu, 3 Feb 2022

If you notice an unpleasant odour over the warmer months in the Washdyke and north Timaru area you can take action by reporting it to us via the Smelt-it app.

Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2022

Planning on burning? Make sure you check that it's alright to burn and you have your smoke management plan in place.

Date: Tue, 30 Nov 2021

With the warmer weather settling in, now is the time to start preparing your home heating for next winter.

Date: Wed, 4 Aug 2021

Our air quality implementation officers Mark and Marie love showing people how to build a roaring fire that’s smoke-free, so we can all breathe cleaner air.

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.