Miles away from civilisation, hidden amongst snow-capped mountains, is a lonely old lodge on the edge of a deep blue lake – where screams travel only as far as the wind blows them. Intrigued? Read
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2020/lake-ohau-provides-beauty-and-mystery-aplentyOwning a fish tank is a rewarding experience that comes with responsibilities. Whether you're cleaning your tank or parting ways with an unwanted aquarium, your actions can have a big impact on our
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/preventing-the-spread-of-pests/advice-for-aquarium-and-fish-tank-ownersCouncil will later this month consider adopting the Annual Plan, which would result in an average total rates increase of approximately 5.8 per cent, down from the proposed 9.9 per cent total average
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/annual-planOur Harbourmaster’s Office and the Royal New Zealand Navy have joined forces in a year long trial to educate boaties about water safety. Over the summer, teams have been patrolling key
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/smooth-sailing-for-harbourmaster-and-navy-partnershipReduced amounts of sediment and phosphorus are entering Hurunui and Kaikōura waterways while closer community connections are being created thanks to a four-year, $4.1 million Soil Conservation
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2021/soil-conservation-project-benefits-environment-and-communityWhen managed well, animal effluent is a valuable resource that can increase the productivity of your pasture and reduce your fertiliser costs. Mismanagement of effluent, however, can have serious
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/managing-animal-effluentOne of the main air pollutants in Canterbury is airborne particles, often referred to as particulate matter (PM). These particles are defined by their size, with particles smaller than 10 micrometres
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/data/air-quality-dataWe are carrying out a focused piece of work in the Ahuriri and Upper Waitaki area to support long-term improvements in water quality, protect wetland and biodiversity values, and uphold the cultural
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/upper-waitaki-water-zone/protecting-and-enhancing-the-ahuriri-and-upper-waitaki-catchmentWith heavy rain and rising river levels across Waitaha Canterbury, and the recent flood warnings issued for the Hurunui and Kaikōura districts; Environment Canterbury’s Flood Warning System steps
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/early-warning-enhancing-canterburys-flood-warning-system-2