News & events

Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

To reduce the amount of farm plastics ending up at the landfill, recycling old or unwanted water tanks has become more accessible and easier to manage.

Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2026

If you have a private water supply, making sure you test your drinking water regularly is the best way to protect your household's health.

Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2026

Environment Canterbury teams are monitoring river conditions, flood risk and drainage infrastructure across Canterbury as severe weather impacts the region.

Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2026

More than 30,000 trees planted and 1,100 hectares retired, SCAR is helping farmers reduce erosion and build more resilient farms.

Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2025

From keeping nesting birds safe to reducing pest numbers, six initiatives protecting the Hurunui environment are receiving a funding boost.

Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2025

Tarapirohe/black-fronted terns are benefitting from a united effort to protect them from predation in Waiau Toa.

Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2025

Read about the best ways to bus to Saturday's Winter Fireworks Spectacular.

Date: Thu, 12 Jun 2025

SCAR project helps North Canterbury farms fight erosion, improve soil health, and build trust through expert advice, planting, and community support.

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: Tue, 27 Aug 2024

The Cheviot community is getting behind efforts to rejuvenate the Jed River catchment.

Date: Thu, 9 Nov 2023

We have awarded a further $50,000 to help fund the work of the Hurunui Waiau Braided River Birds Flagship Programme through its Zone Committee Action Fund.

Date: Wed, 13 Sep 2023

Collaborating with Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura to enhance Hurunui River berm, improving flood protection, climate resilience, and restoring native habitat.