Each 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-progress-report... is delivered in a 60:40 split between government and our community (via regional council rates). The importance of investing in flood protection With more than 78,000 km of rivers and streams...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/flood-resilience-ramps-up-key-projects-underway-to-boost-our-defencesMaritime rules and compliance ensure safe and lawful operations at sea, covering regulations, laws, and bylaws designed to protect vessels, crews, passengers, and the environment. These guidelines
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/harbourmasters-office/commercial-shipping/maritime-rules-and-compliance-for-commercial-shipsSix environmental initiatives, including projects to keep nesting birds safe, control the spread of invasive weeds and pests, and enhance biodiversity, will benefit from a share of $50,000 in funding
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/hurunui-waiau/funding-backs-restoration-and-conservation-in-hurunui... have been leading a project to rehabilitate the lower-mid catchment of Te Waikēkēwai/Waikēkēwai Stream connecting to Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere. Restoring Te Repo o Papatahora wetland has been...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/whakaora-te-waikekewai-project-restored-wetland-attracts-rare-birdsEarlier this year dry conditions and low flow resulted in the loss of aquatic life in Ashburton's Greenstreet irrigation channel and creek. Keep up-to-date with what’s being planned for this summer
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/ashburton/whats-the-story-about-greenstreet-creekWe understand replacing old wood burners with new, cleaner forms of heating can be costly, but subsidies are available.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/air-quality/home-heating/financial-assistance... and plant species make up the unique communities and ecosystems that are iconic to the district. The rivers, streams, hāpua, and wetlands of the district have always been an important place and food...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/nature-in-your-area/hurunui-waiau-uwha-zone-biodiversity