A newly formed catchment group scored significant investment, alongside four other progressive environmental initiatives, at the recommendation of the Banks Peninsula Water Zone Committee for the 2023...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/banks-peninsula/integrated-catchment-management-sees-major-funding-in-banks-peninsulaWeed control is critical when it comes to keeping our communities safe from flood risks, and it also plays an important role in protecting biodiversity in our region’s precious land and waterways...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/protecting-waitaha-canterbury-rivers-from-invasive-weedsSix environmental initiatives, including projects to keep nesting birds safe, control the spread of invasive weeds and pests, and enhance biodiversity, will benefit from a share of $50,000 in funding. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/hurunui-waiau/funding-backs-restoration-and-conservation-in-hurunuiThe Waipara River has undergone a transformative journey, enhancing flood protection and biodiversity. Find out more about this innovative climate-resilience project. The Waipara River has long been...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/waipara-river-restoration-brings-extensive-benefitsWaitaha Canterbury is home to a rich diversity of freshwater and coastal ecosystems, supporting a wide range of indigenous plants, invertebrates, fish, river-nesting birds, and marine species.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/our-biodiversity-work/freshwater-biodiversity-habitat-projectsEach of Waitaha/Canterbury’s water zone committees has an action plan which outlines how they will work with the community to deliver their aspirations for freshwater as outlined in the Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/waimakariri-water-zone/waimakariri-water-zone-progress-reportEach of Waitaha/Canterbury’s water zone committees has an action plan which outlines how they will work with the community to deliver their aspirations for freshwater as outlined in the Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/orari-temuka-opihi-pareora-water-zone/orari-temuka-opihi-pareora-water-zone-progress-reportMe mahi tahi tātou Waitaha - our Canterbury region - is like no other and we are proud to call it home. We work with Papatipu Rūnanga, stakeholders and the wider community to manage the use
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/about/your-council/about-us/our-work/together-weThe enhancement of ecosystem health, indigenous biodiversity and recreation is at the heart of action on the ground in the Christchurch West Melton water zone. You can find a summary of some of our current projects: ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone/local-projects-and-prioritiesCanterbury boasts over 60 per cent of Aotearoa/New Zealand's rare braided river systems, nurturing diverse ecosystems under threat from various factors. Find out how our projects improve habitats
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/our-biodiversity-work/braided-river-projects