A $2.5 million programme is underway in Waitaha Canterbury to upgrade flood warning systems, improving resilience, monitoring and community safety.
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Volunteers are expanding predator control around Waitarakao Lagoon near Timaru to help protect native wildlife, including threatened tarāpuka.
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Have an idea to improve Canterbury’s environment? Community funding is available for local projects. Applications close on 12 October 2026.
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New resource management laws now in force: what Canterbury communities and consent holders need to know as the transition begins.
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Celebrate 20 years of McLeans Forest at a free open day on 3 October. Discover family activities, new attractions and the park's role in Canterbury.
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Environment Canterbury led students on a hands-on day at Port Saddle, restoring habitat and learning about Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour's ecology.
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Environment Canterbury calls for local government reform that protects Canterbury’s essential services and local accountability.
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Council’s September meeting covered drinking water, Kaikōura flood recovery, bus routes, river birds and the Canterbury Regional Spatial Plan.
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$5.09 million has been approved for priority Kaikōura flood recovery work over the next two years.
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New resource management legislation will change how communities plan for growth, infrastructure and environmental protection.
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Customers across Greater Christchurch can pay fares and access concessions using a contactless bank card, smart device or prepaid Motu Move card.
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A $20,000 Wai Fund grant will support BRaid’s work to protect Canterbury’s threatened braided river birds and their unique habitats.