News & events

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, 1 Sep 2021

Avoid lighting outdoor fires during Alert Levels 3 and 4 to help keep essential staff safe.

Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2021 by Kevin Heays

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.

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.

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: Thu, 20 May 2021

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

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?