News & events

Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021

Our Long-Term Plan 2021-31 has been formally adopted. The plan sets the course for our work in the region across the ten years.

Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

The recent Canterbury floods raise questions around the impact of climate change and the need to plan ahead.

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2021

On Sunday 11 April 2021 consultation on Environment Canterbury’s draft Long-Term Plan will close.

Date: Fri, 12 Mar 2021

On 8 March we released the draft Long-Term Plan for community feedback, which contains two options for consultation.

Date: Mon, 18 Jan 2021

Land rezoning for new housing developments in Rolleston, Rangiora and Kaiapoi is currently being considered to meet future demand.

Date: Fri, 8 Jan 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Water is life. Out of a list of crucial tasks and ambitions, managing and nurturing our water is the most important job that Environment Canterbury has.

Date: Fri, 18 Dec 2020

DIYers are being warned about the potential for accidentally contaminating their own home during home maintenance over summer.

Date: Wed, 16 Dec 2020

It only takes a small amount of poo to pollute a whole swimming area and ruin a lot of people’s summer holidays.

Date: Mon, 7 Dec 2020

You can help keep your family and pets safe this summer and find good spots to swim thanks to the LAWA ‘Can I Swim Here' programme.

Date: Fri, 4 Dec 2020

Environment Canterbury Chair Jenny Hughey has welcomed the Government’s declaration of a climate emergency.

Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2020

With Kiwis holidaying at home this summer and watercraft purchases soaring, the Harbourmaster's Office is reminding all boaties to keep safe and be prepared.

Date: Thu, 9 Jul 2020

Information on matters relating to water bottling, including decisions made by Environment Canterbury.