... and policies are consistent with WCOs. What the WCOs protect The four WCOs in Canterbury contain details on the specific attributes of the waterway that are given special protection and how
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/water-conservation-orders... is to work with the community to develop actions and tactics to deliver on the Canterbury Water Management Strategy. Immediate Steps Programme funding 2019-20 1. Waihi Peak Spanish Heath control - $15,000...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/local-environmental-projects-boosted-with-105000-of-new-fundingThe Whakaora Te Waikēkēwai project, a flagship initiative of the Te Waihora Co-Governance Group, has been awarded the prestigious Te Waka o Aoraki trophy at the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/whakaora-te-waikekewai-wins-top-honour-for-conservation-excellenceThe Lower Waitaki South Coastal Canterbury zone is comprised of a number of significant areas of biodiversity interest including the Wainono Lagoon, the Lower Waitaki River and the Hakataramea Valley. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/nature-in-your-area/lower-waitaki-south-coastal-canterbury-zone-biodiversityRegional governance is the capability to plan, fund, and deliver decisions and services that work at the scale of the region, across council boundaries, with clear accountability for results.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/stories/2026/proud-of-canterbury-have-your-sayThe Lower Waitaki South Coastal Canterbury water zone features a network of spring-fed streams, coastal lagoons, complex groundwater flows, and includes part of the large alpine Waitaki River...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/lower-waitaki-water-zone... consequences. Weed control supports flood resilience We manage 59 river rating and drainage districts in Canterbury, and each rating district has an agreed level of service for community flood...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/protecting-waitaha-canterbury-rivers-from-invasive-weedsA new report gives us the best understanding yet of how much water is being used in Waitaha Canterbury. The Canterbury Region Consumptive Water Abstraction Report (PDF file, 6.42MB) covers the period between 2014-2021 and uses data from water abstraction points across Waitaha. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/new-report-reveals-extent-of-water-abstraction-in-canterburyCouncil has formally approved a future-focused and ambitious plan for the region’s transport network. The Canterbury Regional Land Transport Plan sets the vision and priorities for land transport...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/canterbury-transport-plan-signals-increased-investment-neededWinter grazing flyovers over the past two years have proved how far Canterbury farmers have come in implementing best practices. This year, we’ll be flying in the Selwyn and Ashburton districts...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/pre-grazing-flights-to-take-place-in-central-canterbury