We're pleased to be able to share the Rangiora Reach Masterplan, which aims to deliver a cohesive landscape plan for a section of the Rakahuri Ashley River. The masterplan will guide future
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/waimakariri/rangiora-reach-masterplanPhoto credit: Sam Barrow A mountain of mahi has helped transform 500 hectares of land that was bought with the help of crowdfunding, into a public conservation park. Between October 2020 and May...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/banks-peninsula/first-signs-of-forest-regeneration-on-crowd-funded-landWe have honoured our commitment for a public transport fare trial, and continued flood recovery and remediation work for the region, as part of our 2023/24 Annual Plan. Chair Peter Scott said Council...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/202324-annual-plan-keeps-focus-on-public-transport-and-flood-riskThe Waitaha Action to Impact Fund (WAI Fund) supports community-led projects across Waitaha Canterbury that empower people to take action, build capacity, and deliver tangible outcomes.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/community-funding/waitaha-action-to-impact-fundThe Fast-track Approvals Act 2024 (FTAA) is a new approval process for a range of infrastructure, housing and development projects with significant regional or national benefits. It is an alternative
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/before-you-apply/consent-fast-trackingWe’re working with other councils nationwide to advocate for permanent co-investment from central government for climate resilience and flood protection works. Flooding is the most common natural
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/flood-protection-and-community-resilience/co-investment-in-future-flood-protectionEnvironment Canterbury uses the Resource Management Act and the Canterbury Air Regional Plan to manage air quality and activities that generate dust. Quarrying activities typically require a resource
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2018/notification-of-quarry-consents