Canterbury’s braided rivers are vital ecological corridors that connect the mountains to the sea, providing essential habitats for native biodiversity. They have significant cultural importance
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/importance-of-braided-rivers... Waitaha Canterbury. Council Chair Craig Pauling welcomed the group in reo Māori before Toitū Waitaha – our waiata (song) – was sung. Everyone who would be working closely with the Rōpū was given...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/welcoming-our-2025-youth-ropuEnviroschools is an environmental action-based programme where young people are empowered to design and lead sustainability projects in their schools, neighbourhoods and country.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/youth-engagement-and-education/enviroschoolsCoastal hazards can cause damage and destruction in estuaries, river mouths and to our coastline as well as to assets and communities in Waitaha Canterbury. Here are the current issues faced
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/natural-hazards/coastal-hazardsGrowing and storing silage and baleage is vital for ensuring your stock have sufficient feed for the winter months and times of extreme weather. Managing your own silage can be a cost-effective...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/managing-silage... by Waimakariri District Council. This is the second year the awards have been up for grabs. The Waimakariri Water Zone Committee Biodiversity Working Group and ecologists from Environment Canterbury...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/waimakariri/local-eco-champions-honoured-at-waimakariri-environmental-awardsMore than half of wells monitored in our annual well survey showed nitrate levels still likely increasing. The results of our annual groundwater survey of 349 wells across Waitaha Canterbury show...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/e-coli-and-nitrate-present-in-canterbury-groundwaterTwo 2023 reports into fish communities show reductions in the abundance of several key species. These reports reinforce observations from river users, and a NIWA report highlights that more research
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/new-reports-paint-picture-of-declining-fish-populations-in-canterbury-riversThe establishment of two large native planting sites will mark another major step toward restoring native biodiversity in the Selwyn region of the Canterbury Plains. In August, members of the Te Ara...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/new-planting-sites-will-bring-back-a-piece-of-natural-canterburySouth Canterbury farmers upskilled on their environmental practices at a series of workshops in Glenavy in October and November. If you missed out – here are the top tips from each workshop. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/the-top-tips-from-a-series-of-south-canterbury-farming-workshops