News & events

Date: Wed, 16 Sep 2020

A new water quality monitoring station installed in Lake Pearson will give scientists a clearer picture of the lake's health.

Date: Wed, 9 Sep 2020

Canterbury is to receive $17 million to tackle 400,000ha of wilding pines, generating 171 new jobs and continuing the fight against this invasive pest.

Date: Wed, 9 Sep 2020 by Kevin Brown - Chair of the Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee

Evan Smith, dedicated stormwater superhero, red zone restoration advocate and community coordinator is remembered for his passion for our local environment.

Date: Wed, 9 Sep 2020

The Mackenzie Basin Agency Alignment Programme has welcomed the government's announcement of the Tū Te Rakīwhanoa Dryland Area.

Date: Tue, 8 Sep 2020 by Kevin Heays

Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kevin Heays provides an update on recent activities in the area.

Date: Thu, 3 Sep 2020

Rosemary Clucas is relishing her new role as South Canterbury’s Poū Matai Kō mahinga kai facilitator. Find out how she's helping protect ancient Māori art.

Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2020

Conservation week saw NCTIR teaming up with our staff in Kaikōura to carry out some weed busting work at one of the district's wetlands.

Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2020 by Kevin Heays

Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kevin Heays talks about Waiau Toa/Clarence River and its ecological uniqueness.

Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2020 by Les Wanhalla, co-chair, Selwyn Waihora Water Zone Committee

Selwyn Waihora Water Zone Committee Co-Chair Les Wanhalla provides an update on the committee's work in the region.

Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2020

Funded by the National Wilding Conifer Control Programme (NWCCP), work will begin shortly to remove invasive wilding pine infestations on the Benmore Peninsula.

Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2020

Planting has started along the banks of Cass Bay Stream in a bid to restore habitat for native species and improve the health of the harbour.

Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2020

View updates on the proposed Waste Management NZ Ltd site on Marshs Road.