News & events

Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2023

This Supreme Court case will give us and the community clarity on the matter, which has been before the Courts for some time.

Date: Mon, 13 Mar 2023

We are responding to a suspected discharge incident in the Heathcote River/Ōpāwaho. People are asked to avoid the area.

Date: Tue, 7 Mar 2023

The Waimakariri Water Zone Committee has three new women joining its ranks as chair, deputy, and youth representative.

Date: Fri, 3 Mar 2023

Lots of great conversations about water quality were had at a recent pop-up day at Te Puna-a-Taka/Lake Clearwater.

Date: Thu, 2 Feb 2023

Celebrate World Wetlands Day by signing up to attend our Bioblitz event at Muriwai o Whata on Saturday 18 February.

Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2023

A project taking a deep dive into understanding the seabed and marine ecosystems around Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū/Banks Peninsula is underway.

Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2023

Long-term grades for Corsair Bay, Diamond Harbour Beach, Rāpaki Bay, Purau Bay changed to poor prior to this summer. Find out more about water monitoring

Date: Tue, 10 Jan 2023

The community got a first-hand look at how black-fronted terns and black-billed gulls are being protected in North Canterbury.

Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2022

Even a small amount of potentially toxic algae can be harmful to your dog, know what to look for to keep your dog safe.

Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2022

A pop-up information day will be held on the waterfront at Te Puna-a-Taka/Lake Clearwater on Saturday 25 February 2023.

Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2022

If you’re heading off camping to the southern lakes and rivers, keep up-to-date with weather conditions, especially if you’re choosing a spot close to water.

Date: Tue, 20 Dec 2022

The water zone committee has been updated on the water quality of Waitaki lakes.