Hundreds of water samples taken from the Ōtūwharekai Ashburton Lakes and streams over the past year confirm that water quality remains a concern and reinforce that ongoing action is required
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/otuwharekai-ashburton-lakes-water-quality-results-reinforce-ongoing-need-for-actionWe're seeking to step-change environmental progress through its draft Long-Term Plan, Council Chair Jenny Hughey has said. The Council’s draft Long-Term Plan 2021-31, included in Council meeting
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2021/draft-long-term-plan-prioritises-environmental-progressClean air is vital for supporting a healthy population and environment. The Waitaha/Canterbury region enjoys good air quality in most places at most times of the year. Clean air and low levels of air
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/airWe monitor marine sites regularly over the summer to check for faecal indicator bacteria. Sites that we monitor are given a long-term grade prior to each summer season for suitability
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/health-warnings/marine-warningsBy paying your rates, you’re playing a part in Canterbury’s future. But there are other ways you can contribute to shaping your region. Here’s how: Speaking up We need to balance
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/have-your-say/know-your-canterbury/participationPaying your rates means you have a stake in how the land and its natural resources are managed, and the projects and activities that sustain and grow the region. You can have a say in how rates
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/have-your-say/know-your-canterbury/fundingLast week, some of our staff welcomed returning and new members of our Youth Rōpū, a body of people aged 14-24 who are strong advocates for the environment and empowerment of young people across
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/welcoming-our-2025-youth-ropuBraided river systems are a rare geological feature evident in only a handful of other countries. More than 60 per cent of Aotearoa New Zealand’s braided rivers are right here in Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-riversFive progressive environmental projects are to receive a combined total of $50,000 in funding from the Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee this year. We allocate funding annually for water
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/christchurch-west-melton/environmental-projects-see-funding-bump-for-christchurch-west-melton-2We’re lucky to be home to some of the most beautiful freshwater lakes, they’re more than just stunning places to visit – they’re the heart of our environment, supporting a huge variety of life...
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