News & events

Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2021 by Michael Blackwell, Chair, Waimakariri Water Zone Committee

We have taken too much from our environment and we must start giving back, says Waimakariri Water Zone Committee Chair Michael Blackwell.

Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2021

A cultural artwork on Kaikōura's new pump station showcases the unique biodiversity of the area.

Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2021

An educational campaign in Cashmere and the Port Hills is raising awareness for the negative effects sediment has on local waterways.

Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2021

Mount Lawry Station in the Canterbury foothills has received a funding boost to help protect its native biodiversity which includes beech forest and wetlands.

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2021

On Sunday 11 April consultation on Environment Canterbury’s draft Long-Term Plan will close. You still have time to make a submission and share your views.

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

At Environment Canterbury we are keen to harness the vision of our youth and ensure they have their say through our youth engagement and education programmes.

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2021

Regional park rangers are now warranted to issue instant $750 fines to anyone found dumping rubbish in Canterbury's three regional parks.

Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2021 by Gina Waibl, Chair, Banks Peninsula Water Zone Committee

Gina Waibl was elected as the Banks Peninsula Water Zone Committee Chair at the March 2021 meeting.

Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2021 by Kevin Heays

Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kevin Heays talks about winter activities and community conversations.

Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2021

It may look unsightly but the brown substance showing up at Caroline Bay is actually a harmless algae.

Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Rates – it’s a five-letter word that makes most people’s eyes glaze over, although I suspect that isn’t so much the case in the farming sector.

Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2021

Central zones' Pou Mātai Kō Tana Luke has joined Environment Canterbury and offers a wealth of experience in matauranga Māori.