News & events

Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2021

With crop residue burning season here, it is essential that the all rules and requirements are followed to manage any potentially adverse effects.

Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2021

The Orari Temuka Opihi Pareora Water Zone Committee recommended $14,000 of biodiversity funding be used to protect ancient Māori rock art.

Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2021

We are undertaking a pilot project focused on gathering better information and data about dust levels in the McLeans Island area.

Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2021

The Upper Waitaki Water Zone Committee recommended $5000 of biodiversity funding be used to achieve the Lake Alexandrina Conservation Trust's planting goals.

Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2021

Montegues wetland in Kaikōura has undergone some extreme restoration recently, with dedicated landowners leading the way.

Date: Fri, 19 Feb 2021

We are starting on a three-year, $24 million programme of investment in flood protection for climate resilience.

Date: Fri, 19 Feb 2021

A three-year programme of flood protection work kicks off with Kaiapoi rock works. Find out more about the history of flood protection in the Kaiapoi region.

Date: Fri, 19 Feb 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Urban rivers and streams play an essential role in our health and wellbeing, and protecting and enhancing their health is equally as important.

Date: Thu, 18 Feb 2021

Keagan Hopper is a recreational water monitoring student with us this year. He recounted a recent trip to North Canterbury for a day of testing.

Date: Fri, 12 Feb 2021

Mahinga kai is a focus for us and Waimakariri farmers. Find out how farmers in Eyreton are enhancing biodiversity and mahinga kai values on farm.

Date: Thu, 11 Feb 2021

Here’s the top lakeside picnic spots in Upper Waitaki, as nominated by you!

Date: Thu, 11 Feb 2021

During summer it is especially important that dog owners know the potential dangers cyanobacteria present in our region's waterways.