News & events

Date: Wed, 17 May 2023

Treasure trove of historical water data will show how agricultural changes over the last century have affected water quality.

Date: Mon, 15 May 2023

We have been given $2 million to support farmers with erosion-prone land across North Canterbury as part of our SCAR programme.

Date: Fri, 28 Apr 2023

We are undertaking two flights in both the Waimakariri and Ashburton regions this year, supporting farmers with winter grazing preparation and execution.

Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2023

Lifestyle blocks can have a significant impact on our environment. Check out these top tips to protect land and keep water clean around your property.

Date: Fri, 3 Mar 2023

Lots of great conversations about water quality were had at a recent pop-up day at Te Puna-a-Taka/Lake Clearwater.

Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2023

Work is underway to ensure the highway between Twizel and Ōmarama stays beautiful and rubbish is removed from unsightly borrow pits.

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: Fri, 28 Oct 2022

Illegal rubbish pits can affect soil and water quality - and are costly to clean up.

Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2022

Research on historical land use in the Waimate District has been conducted - find out what this means for you.

Date: Fri, 1 Jul 2022

Environment Canterbury supports a proposal to exclude permanent exotic forests from the Emissions Trading Scheme.

Date: Wed, 18 May 2022

Timaru Boys' High School students spent a day analysing water samples in the Ōpihi catchment.

Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2022

Some important work is happening underground at Te Puna-a-Taka/Lake Clearwater, to provide valuable insights into the health of the water.