If you’re heading into the water at the Ōtuwharekai Ashburton Lakes this summer, look out for warning buoys where, beneath the surface, essential data sets are being collected by our scientists
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/ashburton/take-care-near-monitoring-gear-at-lakes-clearwater-camp-emma-and-heron-this-summerEnviroschool students across Waitaha recently celebrated their sustainability journeys at Burnside Primary School as part of the annual Enviro-leaders Hui. About 70 students in year 7 and 8 took part
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/waitaha-students-leading-the-way-in-sustainabilityActing general manager of operations Leigh Griffiths, shares her thoughts on the future of flood protection in Waitaha Canterbury.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/co-investment-critical-to-the-future-of-flood-protectionBuying or building a rural or semi-rural property? Make sure you know where the wastewater goes. Living outside of a main population centre often means not only sourcing your own drinking water
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/know-your-onsite-wastewater-systemWe work to protect and enhance the mauri and special values of all Waitaha Canterbury's waterways by monitoring water quality and quantity and restricting activity where necessary to ensure
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/water-conservation-ordersOne of our most respected scientists has received national recognition for decades of dedication to Aotearoa New Zealand’s freshwater ecosystems. Dr Adrian Meredith, principal scientist for water
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/canterbury-scientist-makes-history-with-national-medalShorty Thomas with her twins Kye and Zac using the MyWay service. Innovation has paid off in Timaru as the city’s new on-demand public transport service goes from strength to strength. Environment
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2021/timarus-on-demand-public-transport-hits-200000-ride-milestoneLow water availability has wide-reaching repercussions. What are some of the key areas this might affect and how might this look if current conditions persist?
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/what-to-expect-when-canterbury-is-dry