South Canterbury homeowners can access subsidies to replace expired wood burners with cleaner, more efficient home heating.
News
News & events
Sign up for the latest news
News
Wallabies and wilding pines - two of Waitaha Canterbury's biggest pest challenges - were the focus of a recent school field trip to Takapō Regional Park.
News
A project to protect and enhance Te Wharau Stream has helped improve water quality and provide a healthy habitat for native birds and fish.
News
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.
News
Ross Hawthorne spotted an invasive plant beside the Hakatere Ashburton River. It started an epic five-year planting journey.
News
Environment Canterbury committees met this week to make decisions on regional planning, biodiversity and the future delivery of council services.
News
Fernside School students took their learning into action, presenting a petition to councillors calling for greater protection for braided river birds.
News
A $2.5 million programme is underway in Waitaha Canterbury to upgrade flood warning systems, improving resilience, monitoring and community safety.
News
As dry conditions continue and irrigation season begins, we're asking farmers to keep a close watch on water restrictions and meet their consent conditions.
News
Volunteers are expanding predator control around Waitarakao Lagoon near Timaru to help protect native wildlife, including threatened tarāpuka.
News
Have an idea to improve Canterbury’s environment? Community funding is available for local projects. Applications close on 12 October 2026.
News
New resource management laws now in force: what Canterbury communities and consent holders need to know as the transition begins.