News & events

Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2025

Learn about a recent sighting of the rare matuku-hūrepo in the Waitarakao catchment, and how it points to increasing wetland health.

Date: Thu, 5 Jun 2025

Still making the most of the water this winter? Stay safe and respect the reserved area at Sumner Bay — it’s there to protect everyone.

Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2025

While air pollution in Waitaha Canterbury has been trending downwards over the past 20 years, smoke from wood burners is still impacting our winter air quality.

Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2025

South Taranaki farmer Trish Rankin will be hosting waste minimisation workshops in Ellesmere, Waimakariri, Christchurch and Geraldine between 16-19 June 2025.

Date: Fri, 30 May 2025

Central Government has announced a package of proposals that, if implemented, will mean changes to national direction under the Resource Management Act.

Date: Wed, 28 May 2025 by Team leader for water and land in North Canterbury, Andrew Arps

Our team lead for water and land in North Canterbury, Andrew Arps, speaks to need-to-know information this winter and introduces two new recruits.

Date: Wed, 28 May 2025

Learn what our Council discussed at the Council meeting on 28 May 2025.

Date: Wed, 28 May 2025

Our biosecurity team may finally have a breakthrough in the fight against an aquatic invader in South Canterbury.

Date: Tue, 27 May 2025

In the lead-up to Moving Day, we’re reminding farmers and stock truck drivers of their joint responsibility to prevent effluent spillage on roads.

Date: Tue, 27 May 2025

A fish ramp installed near Living Springs is helping native fish swim upstream to restored habitats.

Date: Mon, 26 May 2025

We're encouraging Cantabrians to adopt sustainable alternatives to outdoor burning this winter, like composting, mulching, and transfer stations.

Date: Thu, 22 May 2025

When you use your wood burner efficiently, it consumes less wood, reduces your costs, and reduces chimney smoke and subsequent air pollution.