News & events

Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2026

Canterbury’s latest groundwater survey shows fewer E. coli detections, but nitrate levels remain a long-term challenge across the region.

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, 19 Oct 2026

Rural Waste NZ has been launched to make farm waste management easier to understand and easier to put into practice.

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: Wed, 16 Sep 2026

Environment Canterbury staff spot rare blue-phase kanakana in the Waimakariri River - an ancient native fish now Threatened – Nationally Vulnerable.

Date: Tue, 15 Sep 2026

Community funding is helping restore Papaka Stream in South Canterbury through fencing, native planting, willow removal and improved habitat.

Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Follow these strategies to protect your soil best and prevent sedimentation and nutrient loss.

Date: Wed, 27 May 2026

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: Thu, 21 May 2026

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: Wed, 20 May 2026

North Canterbury 12-year-old Harry is leading a community river clean-up to help protect local rivers, wildlife and public spaces.

Date: Thu, 23 Apr 2026

This year's winter grazing flights will be in the South Canterbury district over two periods pre-grazing (autumn) and mid-season (winter).

Date: Thu, 9 Apr 2026

Businesses doing exceptional work to prevent stormwater pollution will be recognised at the 2026 Stormwater Superhero Awards. Are you one of them? Enter now.