News & events

Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2021

We are promoting a Local Bill to Parliament which, if passed, will ensure mana whenua representation on the Council.

Date: Mon, 19 Jul 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Whether having a say or getting hands on, all Cantabrians can play a part in helping the region to thrive.

Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

The recent Canterbury floods raise questions around the impact of climate change and the need to plan ahead.

Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021

Our Long-Term Plan 2021-31 has been formally adopted. The plan sets the course for our work in the region across the ten years.

Date: Tue, 1 Jun 2021

Agencies announce support to secure the future of one of Waitaha’s iconic landmarks, Kaitorete Spit.

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2021

On Sunday 11 April 2021 consultation on Environment Canterbury’s draft Long-Term Plan will close.

Date: Fri, 12 Mar 2021

On 8 March we released the draft Long-Term Plan for community feedback, which contains two options for consultation.

Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2021 by Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Community participation in local and national decision-making is vital for a healthy democracy.

Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2020

We have adopted the audited Annual Report for the last financial year, 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2020.

Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2020

Environment Canterbury and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu are proud to advise the appointment of our new Tumu Taiao – Mana Whenua Experts on Council.

Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2020 by Ted Howard - Chair of Kaikōura Water Zone Committee

Kaikōura Water Zone Committee Chair Ted Howard reflects on past projects - wetland protection, Loving the Lyell and Waiau Toa/Clarence River work.

Date: Thu, 25 Jun 2020

Controlling invasive species to make way for native plants is the Weed Strikeforce team's specialty. Great strides have been made at Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere.