Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the value of all goods and services produced in a country within a certain time period (typically annually) and is the official measure of economic growth in Aotearoa
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/regional-overview/economy-jobs-and-trendsAncient rock art, including a taniwha on the ceiling of a cave near Pleasant Point, will be further protected thanks to $14,000 of biodiversity funding over two years. The area, a 10ha property
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/taniwha-gully-ancient-rock-art-protected-by-fundingFriday 6 September marked a significant moment in the relationship journey between Environment Canterbury and Ngāi Tahu. Invited guests from rūnanga across the region, our councillors and staff
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2019/celebrating-the-tuia-relationshipAir pollution comes from both natural and human-made sources. The contaminant of most concern to human health in Waitaha/Canterbury is particulate matter (PM). What is particulate matter? PM
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/air/ambient-air-qualityHere you can find a selection of braided river reports and publications.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/reports-and-publicationsThe Lower Waitaki Water Zone Committee is supporting the Hakataramea Sustainability Collective (HSC) with a further $10,000 to continue its Community Native Nursery. "The creation of the nursery
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/lower-waitaki/growing-biodiversity-champions-in-the-waitaki-valleyWe are asking everyone in Canterbury to do their bit to make our waterways cleaner, healthier, and safer. You wouldn’t pour soapy suds, paint or petrol in the river, right? What about tipping in some...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/stormwater/protect-our-waterwaysWe are again providing extra bus services for easier travel to Christchurch City Council's Winter Fireworks Spectacular on Saturday 5 July 2025. Avoid road closures and parking challenges by catching
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/catch-a-metro-bus-to-this-years-winter-fireworks-spectacularWe can only be successful in achieving progress if we work closely with mana whenua, central and other local government agencies, businesses, industry sectors and community and volunteer groups
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/about/your-council/about-us/our-strategic-direction