News & events

Date: Thu, 7 May 2026

Environment Canterbury issued an abatement notice to Christchurch City Council following thousands of odour complaints linked to the Bromley plant.

Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2026

Christchurch outdoor burning rules explained: what’s allowed, what’s not, and how to avoid smoke complaints when lighting fires at home.

Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2026

Winter air can look clean but still harm your health. Learn what PM10 and PM2.5 are, why they matter, and how winter smoke affects air quality in Canterbury.

Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Check if your wood burner has expired in Canterbury. Learn the rules, explore cleaner heating options, and find out what financial support is available.

Date: Wed, 4 Mar 2026

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.

Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2026

Environment Canterbury issued Christchurch City Council with an abatement notice for an adequate action plan to address the wastewater treatment plant stench.

Date: Wed, 4 Feb 2026 by Chair of Canterbury Regional Council, Dr Deon Swiggs

Stench from Christchurch's Wastewater Treatment Plant continues to affect communities. We have told Christchurch City Council to take action.

Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2026

Ready to burn? Plan smart! Get permits, check conditions, and keep Canterbury safe. Visit Checkitsalright.nz before you light.

Date: Thu, 18 Dec 2025

Monitoring across our seven towns and cities in Waitaha Canterbury shows a clear downward trend in high-pollution days between 2000 and 2025.

Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2025

It might be time to start enjoying your backyard. However, did you know in most parts of Christchurch, using fire pits for warmth or ambience is not allowed?

Date: Wed, 1 Oct 2025

Residents in the Cust and Swannanoa areas are reporting smoke from outdoor burning - learn the rules before you light and keep reporting air quality issues.

Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2025 by Canterbury Regional Council Chair, Craig Pauling

Read Chair Craig Pauling's letter to the Minister for the Environment, requesting the government reviews the National Environmental Standards for Air Quality.