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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A recent report shows how air quality impacts the health of New Zealanders.
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.
Central government, mana whenua, and local government met to mark the beginning of a newly strengthened partnership to drive planning for Greater Christchurch.
Read Kaikōura zone delivery lead Kevin Heays' latest update, where he discusses recycling on farms and winter burning rules.
As the weather turns colder, it’s the perfect time to remember the three components for a warmer, cheaper, smoke-free fire.
Don't be a nuisance neighbour - you must check for rules, risks and conditions before burning waste.
As part of our annual ‘Warmer Cheaper’ campaign, we are encouraging Timaru residents with wood burners to burn smoke-free this winter.
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.
Planning on burning? Make sure you check that it's alright to burn and you have your smoke management plan in place.
With the warmer weather settling in, now is the time to start preparing your home heating for next winter.
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.