... of this scheme. Larger‑scale flood protection in this area would require a different scheme design, higher funding, and community agreement. We are aware that Christchurch City Council is considering...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/whats-the-story-with-flood-protection-in-banks-peninsulaClimate change is a driver and factor in many of the environmental issues we face. It exacerbates hazards, such as extreme weather events, and puts stress on communities and ecosystems. The risks
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/climate-change/climate-change-risksThanks to 25 years of regional planning, regulation, and community action, air quality across Waitaha Canterbury has improved dramatically — with high-pollution days dropping from up to 60 a year
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/cleaner-air-for-waitaha-canterbury-celebrating-our-regions-progress-towards-clear-airWaterbodies – springs, streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands, hāpua, and estuaries – are important ecological features in Waitaha Canterbury. Mapping where they can be found is crucial to protecting
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-around-rivers-and-streams/mapping-waitahacanterburys-waterbodiesLearn how stopbanks are protected under the Flood Protection and Drainage Bylaw, and what activities are regulated to ensure their long-term effectiveness, so they can continue keeping people
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/flood-protection-and-community-resilience/flood-protection-assets-and-activities/stopbanksThe Ashburton zone is bordered by the jagged Kā Tiritiri o te Moana Southern Alps and the raging waters of both the Rakaia and Rangitata rivers. The iconic Ō Tū Wharekai wetlands system
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/nature-in-your-area/ashburton-zoneThis summer, we are encouraging everyone to take simple steps to protect our waterways—starting with being mindful about what ends up in our stormwater drains when you’re out and about. Every...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/from-your-streets-to-our-streams-take-action-to-protect-stormwaterResidents remember fishing at Waitaha/Canterbury’s largest lagoon with water so clear you could see aquatic plants swaying and schools of trout swimming.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/mission-to-restore-aotearoas-largest-wetland-brings-hopeThe Waiau Toa Clarence River is one of the few wild braided rivers in Aotearoa with limited development or human intervention across its remote 3,200km2 catchment. A unique, years-long partnership
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/unique-relationship-brings-biodiversity-benefits-to-waiau-toa... — located in Christchurch, Kainga, and Timaru. Access NIWA's official SHMAK resources: Download a SHMAK data sheet (PDF file, 348KB) and a monitoring plan form (PDF file, 240KB) to record your findings. Book a stream health monitoring kit...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/drinking-water/book-a-stream-health-monitoring-assessment-kit