The lowdown on pest plants and effluent rules
Photo credit of the pest plant broom: Trevor James
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/kaikoura/the-lowdown-on-pest-plants-and-effluent-rulesPhoto credit of the pest plant broom: Trevor James
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/kaikoura/the-lowdown-on-pest-plants-and-effluent-rulesIf you are planning work on your home this autumn, consider a professional assessment for the presence of asbestos or lead. There have been two recent cases where people have water blasted their roofs...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/diy-water-blasting-contaminates-homes-with-asbestosCash is set to be removed as a payment option on the Greater Christchurch Metro Network in 2024. This week, Councillors approved the recommendation as part of the implementation of the National
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/transition-to-cashless-payment-for-buses-and-ferriesTo bus or not to bus? That’s the question we’re asking our community. We want your feedback to help shape the future of Metro bus and ferry services across Christchurch, Selwyn and Waimakariri. Your...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/have-your-say-on-the-future-of-public-transportIn its inaugural year, the Waitaha Action to Impact Fund is proud to support 20 community groups across Waitaha to the tune of $215,000. In fact, a total of 46 applications were received for our fund
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/community-groups-get-funding-to-better-our-environmentEnviroschool students across Waitaha recently celebrated their sustainability journeys at Burnside Primary School as part of the annual Enviro-leaders Hui. About 70 students in year 7 and 8 took part
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/waitaha-students-leading-the-way-in-sustainabilityCertain plants and animals can harm our natural environment, impacting our economy and reducing biodiversity. We're working hard to make managing pests easier to help protect livelihoods
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurityWe show bold climate leadership and empower our communities. Goal for 2050: Waitaha/Canterbury’s rangatira, governance, people and institutions are recognised for their bold, future-focused climate...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/climate-change/our-climate-action/climate-leadershipMaking sure your bore is in good working order and protected from contaminants is crucial to protecting your family and those living on your property from sickness. A study published in April 2025
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/have-you-checked-your-bore-latelyThe Ōtūkaikino River has won the Supreme Award for Most Improved River at the 2018 New Zealand River Awards in Wellington. Phosphorus was the indicator that was used to determine the most
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2018/otukaikino-river-takes-out-national-river-award