Owners of lifestyle blocks are being reminded of the rules around buried waste, as an increasing number of illegal rubbish pits are discovered. Our compliance teams say it’s a growing problem across Waitaha/Canterbury – with at least seven discovered so far this year. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/illegal-rubbish-pits-a-growing-problemThe entire Waitaha/Canterbury coast is exposed to tsunamis. Find out more about where tsunamis come from and the places most likely to be affected. The biggest threats are tsunamis created by large...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/natural-hazards/tsunamis/tsunami-hazardsA new comprehensive air monitoring programme is being set up in Yaldhurst amid concerns about the health effects of the dust coming from quarries. Environment Canterbury senior manager service...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2017/quarries-under-close-scrutiny.... New dams are prohibited in the Land and Water Regional Plan (LWRP), which has also set environmental flows. The impact on flows is routinely considered by Environment Canterbury in the assessment...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/measuring-cwms-progress/natural-character-of-braided-riversAs the regional environmental regulator, we are responsible for monitoring and regulating stormwater quantity and quality. It’s our job to set and enforce standards and undertake monitoring to make...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/stormwater/who-manages-our-stormwaterLearn how to manage animal and plant pests on your land, including controlling the spread of nassella tussock in Canterbury. Discover on-farm biosecurity measures to protect your property from pests and diseases. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/biosecurity-on-your-farmWaitaha/Canterbury is home to over 400 lakes. Many, such as Lake Ruataniwha, Lake Takapō/Tekapo, and Lake Aviemore are popular with campers, travellers, and boaties. While they are beautiful spots...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/stay-safe-on-the-water-this-summer... pyjamas - thanks to a fully subsidised heat pump installation through a regional clean heating programme. “I saw a Facebook ad about a grant, but I honestly didn’t think I’d qualify,” Courtney said...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/from-winter-woolies-to-summer-pyjamas-how-a-free-heat-pump-transformed-a-rangiora-homeEnvironment Canterbury and Christchurch City Council has released the joint decision on the applications for land and discharge permits to establish a 2.4ha aggregate quarry at 137 Miners Road, Templeton. The decison is to grant the applications, with conditions. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/notifications-and-submissions/notified-decisions/2023/b-l-and-a-m-parkinson-family-trust