News & events

Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2021

Environment Canterbury is implementing an interim solution to respond to the Government’s review of Overseer. Find out how this may affect you.

Date: Mon, 13 Dec 2021

Our innovative online tool for monitoring potentially contaminated land that saves ratepayers money has been recognised by the industry.

Date: Wed, 27 Oct 2021

A research project about historical land use in the Ashburton district builds a better picture of how land has been used in the past.

Date: Wed, 29 Sep 2021

Consent renewal for the third of three irrigation schemes in mid Canterbury has been granted. Find out more about the decisions and the consent conditions.

Date: Tue, 28 Sep 2021

Drylands provide habitat for a range of specialised native insects and plant species. Protecting them is a priority for the Christchurch West Melton Water Zone.

Date: Mon, 27 Sep 2021

Soil Conservation and Revegetation project (SCAR project) promotes soil stabilisation and improves soil management in areas subject to erosion and high winds.

Date: Wed, 28 Jul 2021

A new report has found that significant reductions in nutrient loads will be required to preserve water quality in the Ashburton Ōtuwharekai lakes.

Date: Wed, 28 Jul 2021

Minister for the Environment approves Change 1 to Chapter 6 of the CRPS to future proof urban development in Selwyn and Waimakariri.

Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021

Canterbury farmers are facing a challenging winter and Environment Canterbury is working with industry bodies to offer advice and support.

Date: Wed, 16 Dec 2020

Explore Canterbury's public recreational spots with our new online 'StoryMap', which provides accessibility and amenity information for over 900 sites.

Date: Thu, 5 Nov 2020

Our advice on managing the clean up of the Ōhau Village fire, to minimise environmental impacts.

Date: Fri, 31 Jul 2020

COVID-relief funding for wilding pines projects is providing a lifeline by employing impacted workers in the hard-hit tourism industry.