News & events

Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2025 by Dr Deon Swiggs, Chair Canterbury Regional Council

Today's rates capping announcement needs to be understood alongside the challenges and changes proposed for local government.

Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2025 by Dr Deon Swiggs, Chair Canterbury Regional Council

At 5pm today, the Government released detailed proposals to fundamentally reshape regional government across New Zealand.

Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2025 by Canterbury Regional Council Chair, Craig Pauling

Read Chair Craig Pauling's letter to the Minister for the Environment, requesting the government reviews the National Environmental Standards for Air Quality.

Date: Thu, 28 Aug 2025

Read about key decisions from the latest council meeting on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.

Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2025 by Canterbury Regional Council Chair Craig Pauling

Our Councillors have decided to provide feedback on the Government's RMA national direction package, with a focus on forestry and freshwater management.

Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2025 by Craig Pauling, Chair, Canterbury Regional Council

Canterbury Regional Council is making the proactive decision to look at how it can improve outcomes and be ready for reforms.

Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2025 by Craig Pauling, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Read the latest update from Chair Craig Pauling on the 2025/26 Annual Plan adoption.

Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2025 by Deputy Chair Dr Deon Swiggs, Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury)

Our Deputy Chair emphasises the importance of clarity in our local council's positions and addressing the unique needs of our region.

Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2025

The Chair of Canterbury’s regional council says the Council is taking every opportunity to advocate for the region, amidst significant reforms and changes being

Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2025

Time is running out for you to have a say on our draft Annual Plan. Consultation closes 5pm, 3 April.

Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2025 by Craig Pauling, Chair, Environment Canterbury

The bus zone structure will be a key component of the 2025/26 Annual Plan.

Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2024 by Craig Pauling, Chair, Environment Canterbury

Our Chair Craig Pauling wraps up the highlights of 2024.