News & events

Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2026

Canterbury’s latest groundwater survey shows fewer E. coli detections, but nitrate levels remain a long-term challenge across the region.

Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2026

We monitor 52 freshwater and 47 coastal swimming sites each summer, find out the long-term results based on five years of sampling.

Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2026

If you have a private water supply, making sure you test your drinking water regularly is the best way to protect your household's health.

Date: Fri, 11 Sep 2026

Annual monitoring provides an updated picture of Upper Waitaki water quality, long-term trends and where further action is needed.

Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026

The Christchurch business carried out a major five-year stormwater system transformation which will help the environment.

Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Follow these strategies to protect your soil best and prevent sedimentation and nutrient loss.

Date: Mon, 18 May 2026

We join the maritime community in recognising International Women in Maritime Day. Meet seven of the wahine looking after our coastal and marine environment.

Date: Thu, 14 May 2026

Learn how to maintain your septic tank or onsite wastewater system, spot warning signs early, and help protect health, water and the environment.

Date: Thu, 9 Apr 2026

Businesses doing exceptional work to prevent stormwater pollution will be recognised at the 2026 Stormwater Superhero Awards. Are you one of them? Enter now.

Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2026

Learn how rural and semi-rural wastewater treatment systems work, when resource consent is needed, and how to maintain onsite systems to protect water quality.

Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2026

Last month, our incident response team discovered a small oil discharge in Addington Brook. We need your help to solve the problem.

Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2025

We use real-time modelling to assess swimming safety across Waitaha Canterbury. Most spots are suitable in dry weather; short-term risk follows heavy rain.