Our July Council meeting featured youth climate advocacy, adoption of a new strategic direction, and additional funding for the Aranui bus service trial.
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Environment Canterbury has adopted a new Strategic Direction to guide decision-making and shape the development of the Long-Term Plan 2027–37.
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Environment Canterbury reviews RMA reform bills, backing efficiency gains but warning of lost regional voice, environmental risk, and unclear costs before laws
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In the Strategy and Policy Committee meeting today, Councillors endorsed the updated Strategic Direction for the Long Term Plan.
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Canterbury leaders agreed to develop a regional proposal for local government reform, focusing on future service delivery and strong local representation.
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Councillors adopted the 2026/27 Annual Plan with a 2.4% rates rise and voted to publicly notify Plan Change 8, opening submissions from 4 July to 4 August.
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Environment Canterbury has adopted its Annual Plan 2026/27, confirming key investments while limiting rates increases to 2.4 per cent.
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The Strategy and Policy Committee progressed work on Yaldhurst dust monitoring and approved a submission on proposed congestion charging rules.
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Councillors discussed fish screen concerns, local government reform, staff wellbeing and governance updates at May’s Council meeting.
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Learn about Environment Canterbury's 2026/27 Annual Plan, including a 2.4% rates increase, transport upgrades and flood protection investment.
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Environment Canterbury Chair Dr Deon Swiggs shares Canterbury’s perspective on local government reform, regional delivery, and protecting local voice.
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Environment Canterbury has re-established its AI Working Group to explore how artificial intelligence can support responsible local government.