A new report has found that significant reductions in nutrient loads will be required to preserve water quality in the Ashburton Ōtuwharekai lakes.
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Passionate farmers around Twizel and Ōmārama are making inroads towards improving the health of local waterways and catchments.
A project to restore a section of Twizel River is being considered by the Upper Waitaki Water Zone Committee.
Lower Waitaki Water Zone Committee chair Bruce Murphy recounts the group's achievements in the past quarter, including planting days and mahika kai projects.
The Selwyn Waihora Zone Committee is conducting free nitrate testing clinics for people with private drinking water supplies.
Ashburton water zone committee Chair William Thomas talks about the Mayfield Hinds Valetta consent renewal and our need to empathise with others.
Harrison Spraying Services Limited has been fined $120,000 after contaminating a water race which subsequently killed hundreds of fish.
Selwyn Waihora water zone committee Co-Chair Les Wanhalla says the committee is looking for new members.
Ōtūkaikino River is undergoing a makeover, courtesy of biodiversity funding and hard work from our partner organisations.
Ashburton Water Zone Committee Chair William Thomas talks about his visit to Lake Clearwater and the challenge of preserving our high-country environment.
A three-year programme of flood protection work kicks off with Kaiapoi rock works. Find out more about the history of flood protection in the Kaiapoi region.
Keagan Hopper is a recreational water monitoring student with us this year. He recounted a recent trip to North Canterbury for a day of testing.