News & events

Date: Tue, 4 Jul 2023

Help shape our region’s future by taking part in our extended engagement process.

Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2023 by Environment Canterbury Chair Peter Scott

Chair Peter Scott shares his disappointment over the Government's decision to not fund a flood prevention plan.

Date: Fri, 5 May 2023

The Rakaia River berm is being transformed with native flood protection trees replacing pest plants in this ecologically significant area.

Date: Thu, 27 Apr 2023

We have four flood protection projects along the Waihī River in Geraldine, including targeted weeding, native planting, and a memorial site.

Date: Fri, 24 Mar 2023

Read the latest update on the tuna stranding near Taumutu Beach and Te Waihora.

Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2023

In early April we start work on securing the pipes at Waitarakao Washdyke. This will provide protection for the pipes and reduce the flooding risk.

Date: Fri, 24 Feb 2023

We're joining a local organisation to increase flood protection measures along the Ōpihi River.

Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2023

Canterbury's main centres are being aerially surveyed, adding to our knowledge around the region, and our climate and flood resilience.

Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2023

The coastline from Waiau-toa Clarence River to Waimate has been captured in 3D by LiDAR (light detection and ranging) via Land Information New Zealand.

Date: Thu, 17 Nov 2022

Residents in Lake Ōhau village have grown native seedlings as part of the area’s regeneration project in the wake of the devastating wildfire in 2020.

Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2022

Stopbank works along the Mason and Waiau Uwha rivers have improved the level of flood protection to Waiau township.

Date: Wed, 6 Apr 2022

A newly released report calls for national leadership and urgent action to meet climate change-induced flood hazard risks.