We have signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Canterbury to collaborate on projects that will benefit our environment.
News & events
Since 2020, we have teamed up with local and central government agencies to improve wallaby detection and control methods.
We are undertaking two flights in both the Waimakariri and Ashburton regions this year, supporting farmers with winter grazing preparation and execution.
We have published two new reports into fish communities, documenting reductions in the abundance of several key species.
Warnings have been lifted following a liquid waste material discharge incident at Blenheim Road.
A new national report looking at the state of our freshwater will be a key tool that informs plans to protect Canterbury’s rivers, lakes and aquifers.
Our 2021 native bird of the year, the pekapeka-tou-roa (native long-tailed bat) has a boosted roost habitat thanks to iwi and government working in partnership.
A Bioblitz at Muriwai o Whata/Coopers Lagoon has helped collect important information about the area's species.
Our Deputy Chair, Craig Pauling, discusses whether a unitary authority is the solution for local councils.
Marco Cataloni discusses exciting freshwater surveys and trapline plans in the Waiau Toa/Clarence River in his latest column.
Read about the projects the Selwyn Waihora Water Zone Committee is supporting with its Action Plan budget.
In Canterbury cattle feedlots – and the resource consents required for them to operate – are the subject of intense community interest.