We manage weed infestations to protect our communities from flooding, enhance the natural character of waterways and support native plants and animals. Healthy waterways are central to a healthy
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/flood-protection-and-community-resilience/flood-protection-assets-and-activities/herbicide-use-for-weed-controlWe work alongside our partners to solve the problem of wallabies. Together we have a vision for a wallaby-free Aotearoa.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/national-programmes/wallaby-control/wallaby-control-workWe collaborate with regional councils, government agencies, and other organisations to manage established pests through national programmes. Learn more about these partnerships.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/national-programmesWe work with partners and other agencies to protect the health of our environment to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for all of us. Learn about our vision and purpose, our values
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/about/your-council/about-usWe stand at a critical juncture for local government in New Zealand. Significant resource management, water, housing and infrastructure reforms are coming our way, and with the change in national
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/stories/2025/from-our-deputy-chair-regional-council-resolute-in-face-of-changeWith heavy rain and rising river levels across Waitaha Canterbury, and the recent flood warnings issued for the Hurunui and Kaikōura districts; Environment Canterbury’s Flood Warning System steps
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/early-warning-enhancing-canterburys-flood-warning-system-2Planning is an important way we manage the coastal environment. It helps the community and local councils make informed decisions about where to undertake activities in and along our coast so
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/coastal-environment/coastal-planningKōrero nā te awa Rakitata is about sharing stories of people’s connection with the Rangitata River. We are sharing these stories on behalf of Ko te Whakahaumanu o te Rakitata Awa | Rakitata
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/braided-river-revival/korero-na-te-awa-rakitata-stories-from-the-rangitata-riverIn the picturesque Whakaraupō/Lyttelton Harbour area, two kura/primary schools have embarked on their annual sustainable community project. Whakaraupō is home to five Enviroschools comprised of three...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/whakaraupo-kura-unite-for-shared-sustainability-actionWe're joining forces with other agencies to ensure the highway between Twizel and Ōmarama stays beautiful. The stretch of State Highway 8 is known for its majestic landscapes — but a series
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/upper-waitaki/work-begins-to-clear-rubbish-from-historic-roadside-pits