Waitaha/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-summerAll property owners in Canterbury pay rates. We use these rates to pay for important work to protect the health of our environment and shape a thriving, resilient Canterbury. Find out more about:...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/long-term-plans/your-ratesFrom monitoring water and soil quality to managing hazards; from land regeneration to land transport – your rates fund wide-ranging work across Canterbury. Land management – a balancing act Every...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/have-your-say/know-your-canterbury/land-managementCrate Day might ritualistically mark the beginning of summer for many Cantabrians, but it’s also one of the most vulnerable times of the year for some of the world’s rarest birds — and they’re nesting...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/give-chicks-a-chance-this-crate-dayWallabies are a national pest problem that needs collective efforts to solve. Find out more about this pest animal and the damage it causes.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/national-programmes/wallaby-control/why-wallabies-are-a-pestCouncil has officially adopted the Annual Plan for 2025/26, following a robust public consultation process and strategic council deliberations that reflected the voices of communities across
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/annual-plan-202526-adopted-following-strong-public-feedbackPublic feedback is open on preliminary options for councillor representation areas for Canterbury Regional Council. All councils are required by law to review representation arrangements every six...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/council-seeks-feedback-on-representation-options