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Isaac Construction Limited has applied for consent to extract gravel between approximately 10.06km and 14.08km upstream of the confluence of the Waimakariri River with the coastal marine area. Current...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/notifications-and-submissions/isaac-construction-limited
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Each of Waitaha/Canterbury’s water zone committees has an action plan which outlines how they will work with the community to deliver their aspirations for freshwater as outlined in the Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/lower-waitaki-water-zone/lower-waitaki-south-coastal-canterbury-water-zone-progress-report
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Each of Waitaha/Canterbury’s water zone committees has an action plan which outlines how they will work with the community to deliver their aspirations for freshwater as outlined in the Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone-progress-report
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Nitrate contamination in waterways is a concern for everyone in Waitaha Canterbury. Intensive land use, including agriculture, is a leading contributor to increasing nitrate concentrations
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/drinking-water/nitrate-in-waterways
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The rules for activities in or around a wetland depend on the wetland type, the nature of the activity, and its intended purpose. Use this form to notify us at least 10 working days before you intend
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-around-rivers-and-streams/wetland-management/apply-for-a-permitted-activity-in-a-wetland
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Find out about the resource consent applications from Woodstock Quarries Ltd for an expansion of its quarry and addition of a new solid waste management facility at View Hill. Current status: 
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/notifications-and-submissions/woodstock-quarries-ltd
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Stopbanks are the last line of defence from significant floods. They have been built to protect lives, homes, land, roads and other vital infrastructure, so it is crucial they function properly when
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/protecting-waitahacanterburys-crucial-flood-protection-assets
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Keep up to date with the resource consent applications from Genesis Energy for the Tekapo Hydroelectric Scheme. Current status: The Genesis application with us was withdrawn
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/proposals-of-public-interest/genesis-energy-tekapo-hydroelectric-scheme
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Keen to lend a hand in your local regional park? Use this form to register for one of our upcoming volunteer events, including native planting and rubbish clean-ups. Whether you're coming on your own
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/living-here/regional-parks/regional-parks-events/register-for-events
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We have adopted a collaborative, community-led approach to environmentally-sustainable water management. By sharing some of our discoveries, challenges and solutions following the launch of our
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/canterburys-approach-to-water-management
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