Avoid lighting outdoor fires during Alert Levels 3 and 4 to help keep essential staff safe.
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Hear from Kaikōura zone delivery lead Kevin Heays as he updates us on outdoor burning during Alert Level 4, the catchment approach, and how to get in touch.
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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.
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Christchurch West Melton Zone Delivery Lead Ruth Sarson reminds everyone about the rules for outdoor burning in the city.
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LAWA has released its Air Quality National Picture Summary, which confirms air quality in New Zealand towns is generally good, and has improved.
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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
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Environment Canterbury has signed Adaptive Management Plans with two businesses to address odour issues in northern Timaru and Washdyke.
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Although it's open fire season in Canterbury, you must still follow our burning rules and check it's alright before you light.
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Learn the three key components to ensure a smoke-free fire to better heat your home this winter.
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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?
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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 and day out?
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With crop residue burning season here, it is essential that the all rules and requirements are followed to manage any potentially adverse effects.