News & events

Date: Wed, 4 Feb 2026 by Chair of Canterbury Regional Council, Dr Deon Swiggs

Stench from Christchurch's Wastewater Treatment Plant continues to affect communities. We have told Christchurch City Council to take action.

Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2026 by Dr Deon Swiggs - Chair, Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury)

Environment Canterbury responds to government reforms, calling for locally led governance, phased transition, and decisions made at the right level.

Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026

An investigation is underway for a wastewater discharge into Te Waipapa Diamond Harbour and Bays from Christchurch City Council that resulted in a health alert.

Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026

We want to know what you think about Routes 84 Rolleston Direct West and 85 Rolleston Direct East - what's been your experience?

Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2026

Canterbury dairy farmers, Adele and Peter King, on the value of the Farm Environment Plan system.

Date: Wed, 18 Feb 2026

Find out how Environment Canterbury delivered key transport, water quality, governance and financial outcomes in late 2025.

Date: Thu, 19 Feb 2026

Two summer interns have helped strengthen long‑standing partnerships and advance key biodiversity projects.

Date: Fri, 20 Feb 2026

Washing your car at home? Soapy water flowing into stormwater drains can harm our rivers and sea. Here’s how to clean your car without polluting our waterways.

Date: Mon, 23 Feb 2026

What you need to know when cleaning up flood damage on your rural property.

Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2026

Across Waitaha Canterbury, we work with our communities and central government to deliver projects that increase flood resilience.

Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2026

Environment Canterbury Councillors adopted the Draft Annual Plan 2026/27, approved governance agreements and agreed to sell surplus assets.

Date: Thu, 26 Feb 2026

Even small fuel spills can harm waterways and wildlife. Refuel carefully, use the right gear, and report spills quickly to help protect the marine environment.