Environment Canterbury issued Christchurch City Council an abatement notice after unconsented sewage discharges into Whakaraupō Lyttelton and Akaroa harbours.
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We are inviting farmers in Waitaha Canterbury to complete our farm waste survey with a $2000 native plant prize pack up for grabs.
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Check if your wood burner has expired in Canterbury. Learn the rules, explore cleaner heating options, and find out what financial support is available.
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We're holding drop-in sessions across Canterbury to answer your questions about consenting and the regulatory environment.
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Early results from an Upper Waitaki catch cropping trial show reduced soil nitrogen after winter grazing, with strong crop yields in high‑country conditions.
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Attend an upcoming workshop and hear from the experts about the operational and environmental benefits Canterbury farmers are seeing from composting.
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Our biodiversity and biosecurity staff spent five days in February tackling invasive weeds, protecting the Upper Ōhau catchment.
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Introducing the 2026 Youth Rōpū: young leaders aged 14–24 bringing fresh perspectives on public transport, climate resilience and regional issues.
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A new GIS mapping tool analysing 60+ years of braided river bird data reveals declining tōrea populations in Waitaha Canterbury.
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Prepare your home for winter now with simple heating and firewood tips to stay warm, cut bills and reduce smoke for cleaner air across Canterbury.
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Biosecurity Advisory Group applications open in Waitaha Canterbury. Apply by 30 March to help shape pest management and protect our region’s biodiversity.
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Metro welcomes New Zealand’s first lightweight electric double‑decker bus, boosting capacity with zero emissions.