We have a range of reports available that have been prepared by technical specialists, such as hydrologists, ecologists, engineers and air quality scientists. Use the links under the headings below
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/technical-reportsKuaka (godwits) are due to depart Canterbury for world’s longest migration, 11,000km non-stop. Will we be ready with a healthy habitat for them to return to? Over 1,500 kuaka (bar-tailed godwits...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/godwits-to-depart-canterbury-for-worlds-longest-migrationThe vision for the Banks Peninsula water zone is to maintain and improve healthy waterways through the adoption of the 'ki uta ki tai' philosophy — from the mountains to the sea — across its streams...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/banks-peninsula-water-zone/local-projects-and-prioritiesThe Avon River/Ōtākaro flows through the heart of Christchurch, from its spring source in Avonhead to the Avon-Heathcote Estuary/Ihutai. Addington Brook, a key tributary, flows into the river...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone/local-projects-and-priorities/avon-riverotakaroSeven local progressive environmental projects are to receive a combined total of $75,000 in funding from the Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee this year. We allocate funding annually
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/christchurch-west-melton/environmental-projects-see-funding-bump-for-christchurch-west-melton... rare in Aotearoa. After breeding season (September to February), they search for coastal freshwater wetlands or estuaries. Significance of restoring wetland Taumutu Rūnanga project manager Sophie...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/whakaora-te-waikekewai-project-restored-wetland-attracts-rare-birdsEach of Waitaha/Canterbury’s water zone committees has an action plan which outlines how they will work with the community to deliver their aspirations for freshwater as outlined in the Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone-committee-action-planWater that travels down a catchment eventually enters tidal river mouths, hāpua/lagoons, estuaries, coastal bays or the open coast. These environments support a wide variety of plants and animals...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/water-story/end-of-river-environments-and-the-coast... local aquatic life was safe to consume. After the investigation into the impact of the spill on shellfish, gathering in Saltwater Creek and the Ashley/Rakahuri estuary has resumed. Update 16: 23 June 2025...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/waimakariri/discharge-to-waterway-saltwater-creekNine innovative environmental initiatives, including four wetlands, will be supported at the recommendation of the Waimakariri Water Zone Committee for the 2023/2024 financial year.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/wetlands-the-focus-for-new-waimakariri-funding