Learn how rural and semi-rural wastewater treatment systems work, when resource consent is needed, and how to maintain onsite systems to protect water quality.
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Years of wilding pine removal at Craigieburn helped limit wildfire damage in 2024. Learn how removing wilding pines early can reduce fire risk.
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Last month, our incident response team discovered a small oil discharge in Addington Brook. We need your help to solve the problem.
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Our trained fire team is ready for summer, supporting Fire and Emergency during major fires and helping keep communities safe.
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Large ships can’t stop quickly, and small boats are hard to see — be a safe skipper and avoid getting in the way of other boats.
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Ready to burn? Plan smart! Get permits, check conditions, and keep Canterbury safe. Visit Checkitsalright.nz before you light.
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We use real-time modelling to assess swimming safety across Waitaha Canterbury. Most spots are suitable in dry weather; short-term risk follows heavy rain.
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We are upgrading $850 million worth of flood protection assets thanks to RIF funding, which will help protect Waitaha communities.
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The next three months will test Waitaha Canterbury's governance like nothing we've seen in decades. Environment Canterbury Chair Dr Deon Swiggs tells us more.
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Monitoring across our seven towns and cities in Waitaha Canterbury shows a clear downward trend in high-pollution days between 2000 and 2025.
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Hot nor-west winds can mean heavy alpine rain and fast-rising rivers. Check weather, river flows and hazards before heading to Canterbury rivers this summer.
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Illegal rubbish dumping harms the environment and leaves ratepayers footing the bill. Those caught also face a hefty fine.