Alongside the Waimakariri Water Zone Committee, we are supporting three new projects in the district and a set of environmental awards.
News & events
Our Lower Waitaki Water Zone Committee will continue its support of the Community Native Nursery, with help from local Waitaki students.
Kaikōura locals learned weed removal tactics in Hāpuku catchment at a workshop that included resources, demonstrations, and hands-on practice.
Chair Peter Scott shares his disappointment over the Government's decision to not fund a flood prevention plan.
A four-year project in Rakaia Gorge will help protect native biodiversity from weed infestation, with impressive progress made already in the first year.
Treasure trove of historical water data will show how agricultural changes over the last century have affected water quality.
The Rakaia River berm is being transformed with native flood protection trees replacing pest plants in this ecologically significant area.
We have four flood protection projects along the Waihī River in Geraldine, including targeted weeding, native planting, and a memorial site.
Read about the projects the Selwyn Waihora Water Zone Committee is supporting with its Action Plan budget.
Our draft Annual Plan 2023/24 consultation period closes on 3 April, so get your feedback in as soon as possible.
In early April we start work on securing the pipes at Waitarakao Washdyke. This will provide protection for the pipes and reduce the flooding risk.
35 community groups and organisations around the region have financially benefitted from our Waitaha Action to Impact Fund.