News & events

Date: Wed, 9 Mar 2022

Timaru will continue to enjoy the flexibility and accessibility of on-demand public transport until at least mid-2024, with funding from Waka Kotahi.

Date: Wed, 9 Mar 2022

The Waitaha Action to Impact Fund is proud to support 20 community groups across Waitaha. Find out more about some of the successful applicants.

Date: Wed, 9 Mar 2022

Our Youth Rōpū had a big 2021 and have recently published their annual update, which reflects on their achievements over the last year.

Date: Fri, 4 Mar 2022

Three independent members have been appointed to contribute valuable knowledge to the Climate Change Action Committee.

Date: Tue, 25 Jan 2022

Heading to the Ashburton/Ōtuwharekai lakes this summer? Keep an eye out for warning buoys that signal important monitoring equipment is nearby.

Date: Fri, 21 Jan 2022

Environment Canterbury staff led the relocation of up to 20 tuna/eel and whitebait that were trapped in a retention basin.

Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2022

Braided rivers are home to some of the rarest and most threatened bird species. Learn how we all can protect these precious birds.

Date: Fri, 17 Dec 2021

Read about the water zone committees' action plans for 2021-2024 and the priorities for each zone.

Date: Mon, 13 Dec 2021

A field trip to Clareview’s regenerative farm system highlights the importance of pasture and how choosing the right mixture can improve soil health.

Date: Thu, 9 Dec 2021

Our efforts to reinstate mana whenua voting rights has passed a significant milestone with the local Bill having its first reading in Parliament.  

Date: Fri, 26 Nov 2021

Innovation has paid off in Timaru as the city’s new on-demand public transport service goes from strength to strength.

Date: Tue, 23 Nov 2021

Summer is just about here and that means irrigation will become more widespread across North Canterbury. Make sure that your irrigator operates correctly.