News & events

Date: Thu, 10 Jun 2021

Find the latest updates on rainfall, river flow and key roading updates across the region.

Date: Thu, 15 Jul 2021

Three family-friendly native planting events are being held in July and August along the Ōtūkaikino River in the Waimakariri River Regional Park.

Date: Wed, 14 Jul 2021

An aerial sampling run of 19 marine coastal sites and two lagoons has produced some astounding images of our region.

Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 by Kevin Heays

Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kevin Heays updates us on a pest control project happening at the Waiau Toa/Clarence river mouth.

Date: Tue, 1 Jun 2021

Agencies announce support to secure the future of one of Waitaha’s iconic landmarks, Kaitorete Spit.

Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2021

It may look unsightly but the brown substance showing up at Caroline Bay is actually a harmless algae.

Date: Tue, 16 Mar 2021

Work continues with the community and partners to plan and manage the impact of cruise ships in Akaroa when the borders reopen.

Date: Fri, 5 Mar 2021

A range of resources have been developed for farmers to help them continue with rural recovery, resilience, and community support after the 2016 earthquakes.

Date: Wed, 3 Mar 2021

Over a period of more than 100 years, the Waitarakao lagoon has deteriorated. Find out more about the history of the lagoon and how it can be protected.

Date: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Keeping black-billed gulls safe is one of our top priorities and it was disheartening to see that the latest incident has caused great damage to the colony.

Date: Wed, 16 Dec 2020

Explore Canterbury's public recreational spots with our new online 'StoryMap', which provides accessibility and amenity information for over 900 sites.

Date: Fri, 27 Nov 2020

Improving water quality at Waitarakao Washdyke Lagoon is the aim of a pollution prevention programme with local industrial businesses.