News & events

Date: Thu, 2 Oct 2025

The Te Waihora Group has won the Te Waka o Aoraki trophy at the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board awards for the Whakaora Te Waikēkēwai project.

Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2025

Canterbury farmers are trialling hay bale grazing to cut winter mud, protect soil health, reduce nutrient loss, and improve animal welfare outcomes.

Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2025

Longstanding advocate of freshwater and mahinga kai, Karl Russell was presented with a Canterbury Regional Council Outstanding Contribution Award

Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2025

A team searched for īnaka whitebait eggs in streams around Whakaraupō/Lyttelton Harbour. The results were promising and will help protect the at-risk species.

Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2025

Catch crop trials in Ahuriri unite farmers, scientists & council to reduce nitrogen loss, protect Lake Benmore and boost sustainable farming.

Date: Tue, 26 Aug 2025

Community and partnership drive Whakaraupō / Lyttelton Harbour’s restoration - learn more about their work, the plan, and key projects underway.

Date: Fri, 22 Aug 2025

Hybrid bale grazing helps Canterbury farmers adapt to wet winters, protect soil health, boost cow nutrition, and create a more flexible wintering system.

Date: Wed, 20 Aug 2025

United efforts are restoring Te Waihora’s health and mana through Whakaora Te Waihora, a collaborative programme of cultural and ecological projects.

Date: Thu, 14 Aug 2025

Our 2024 annual groundwater quality survey showed an increase in E. coli detections and a majority of wells with increasing nitrate concentration trends.

Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2025

Birds known for their mythical status are taking refuge at a newly restored wetland around Aotearoa’s largest lagoon.

Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2025

We’re clearing the air on smoky chimneys and what the rules really mean for Waitaha Canterbury households.

Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2025

A catch crop, like Italian ryegrass or oats, can absorb nitrogen and prevent nitrate leaching and nutrient runoff.