News & events

Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2025

While air pollution in Waitaha Canterbury has been trending downwards over the past 20 years, smoke from wood burners is still impacting our winter air quality.

Date: Wed, 28 May 2025 by Team leader for water and land in North Canterbury, Andrew Arps

Our team lead for water and land in North Canterbury, Andrew Arps, speaks to need-to-know information this winter and introduces two new recruits.

Date: Tue, 27 May 2025

A fish ramp installed near Living Springs is helping native fish swim upstream to restored habitats.

Date: Tue, 27 May 2025

In the lead-up to Moving Day, we’re reminding farmers and stock truck drivers of their joint responsibility to prevent effluent spillage on roads.

Date: Tue, 20 May 2025

There's an increased interest in dairy conversions and intensification in Waitaha Canterbury. What are the drivers and what does this mean for the environment?

Date: Mon, 19 May 2025

If you see smoke or pollution from a fire, report it - it could harm your health and others.

Date: Thu, 15 May 2025

Two young people have been appointed as youth representatives on Canterbury Regional Council’s Strategy and Policy Committee.

Date: Thu, 8 May 2025

Te Waihora is open to the sea following a successful attempt to open the lake on Monday, 5 May.

Date: Wed, 7 May 2025

Hornwort (Ceratophyllum demersum) is an invasive pest in Canterbury, and we need your help to report sightings.

Date: Fri, 2 May 2025

A joint decision was made to open the lake when conditions were suitable. We have now started the process of opening Te Waihora to the sea.

Date: Mon, 7 Apr 2025

Find out what’s being done to protect some of our most endangered fish in the Upper Waitaki catchment.

Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2025

New Zealand’s top playspace in Timaru provided the perfect setting for a group of young people to learn about the environment and history of the area.