If you notice an unpleasant odour in the Washdyke and north Timaru area you can take action by reporting it to us via the Smelt-it app. The Smelt-it app (smelt-it.web.app) can be used
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2021/addressing-washdyke-odour-issuesCouncillors have agreed to put forward a submission to the Justice Committee, calling on the Crown to abandon the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/council-urges-government-to-drop-treaty-principles-billNine innovative environmental initiatives, including four wetlands, will be supported at the recommendation of the Waimakariri Water Zone Committee for the 2023/2024 financial year.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/wetlands-the-focus-for-new-waimakariri-fundingThe population of Waitaha/Canterbury is growing and with this trend projected to continue, it will create challenges in providing housing that can meet the region’s needs in terms of quality
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/urban-development/housingOwners of lifestyle blocks are being reminded of the rules around buried waste, as an increasing number of illegal rubbish pits are discovered. Our compliance teams say it’s a growing problem across...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/illegal-rubbish-pits-a-growing-problemA colony of tarāpuka/black-billed gulls is now better protected, thanks to funding support from the Kaikōura Water Zone Committee. The project has enabled the hiring of a contractor to operate...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/kaikoura/action-plan-funding-helps-protect-black-billed-gull-colonyUpdated: 20 Jan 2024 The CropX bucket test app will be discontinued after 31 December 2024. Explore alternative tools for assessing your irrigation system. We have been informed that the CropX bucket
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/attention-irrigating-farmers-cropx-bucket-test-app-being-withdrawnThe special environment of South Canterbury’s Te Moana River was explored at a collaborative family-friendly event last weekend. Around 70 people came along to the Te Moana River Rally on Sunday...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/te-moana-river-rally-well-supportedHere you'll find current information about upcoming boating events in the Canterbury region. If you're planning an event out on the water, please complete the reservation form. The form must
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/harbourmasters-office/recreational-boating/events-notices