Waitaha Canterbury has substantial water resources. They include surface waterbodies, groundwater systems, and an extensive coastal marine area. Water quantity refers to the hydrological system...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/water-storyWe regularly monitor and assess freshwater quality across the Canterbury/Waitaha region. The Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan sets limits for river, lake, and groundwater quality. On this page, you can find information on each of the freshwater sites we monitor. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/reporting/reporting-back/collecting-and-sharing-data-information-and-advice/water-quality-limits-in-canterburyAccess to safe, clean drinking water is essential for healthy communities. We monitor the water quality in Canterbury's groundwater, lakes and rivers; and regulate land use practices that can affect...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/drinking-water...Canterbury has a variety of saltwater and freshwater wetlands across the region, stretching from the coastal to alpine zones. While certain plants and wildlife are often found in wetlands according...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/wetlands/canterbury-wetland-types... Awa ā Pākihi (Braided River Revival/BRR) signals a shift from river management focused solely on flood protection to one that also facilitates collaborative efforts to protect and enhance the range...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/braided-river-revivalWetlands are crucial to our environment. They form a boundary between land and water, filter out sediment and nutrients, and support a greater concentration of wildlife than any other habitat...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-around-rivers-and-streams/wetland-managementDuring summer, we regularly monitor the water quality at nearly 100 popular swim spots in Waitaha Canterbury. We check for faecal contamination and toxic algae (cyanobacteria). Find out more about where's good to swim, our monitoring programme, health warnings and toxic algae. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/swimming-water-qualityTwo youth representatives have joined a key committee of the Canterbury Regional Council. The Regional Leadership, Climate and Community Resilience Committee has appointed Oscar Bloom and Alice...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/environment-canterbury-welcomes-youth-representatives-to-committeeThe Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan aims to provide clear direction on how land and water are to be managed in the region. Keep up to date with Plan changes and access background documents using the buttons below. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/canterbury-land-and-water-regional-planUpdated: 15 August 2022 Water bottling remains an issue of public interest, particularly in Christchurch. This page provides information on various matters relating to water bottling, including decisions made by Environment Canterbury. ...
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