You’ll likely be aware that the Government is proposing major changes to the Resource Management Act (RMA), and intends to eventually replace it completely.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/stories/2024/from-our-deputy-chair-striking-the-right-balance-with-rma-reform... in December last year to increase public transport fares. “There's no action needed for customers, aside from keeping their Metrocard topped up to allow for the new fare prices,” he said. “We...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/greater-christchurch-bus-fares-to-increase-from-7-july-2025... that deliver long-term outcomes for the people and environment of Waitaha Canterbury. While change is needed, it’s important that regional issues aren’t overlooked. Challenges like pests, river...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/our-response-to-central-government-reformsTwo youth representatives have joined a key committee of the Canterbury Regional Council. The Regional Leadership, Climate and Community Resilience Committee has appointed Oscar Bloom and Alice...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/environment-canterbury-welcomes-youth-representatives-to-committeeWe monitor air quality. Addressing air pollution involves enforcing the Canterbury Air Regional Plan rules, authorising low-emission technology, encouraging everyone to adopt better-burning practices, and collaborating with key partners to reduce emissions and improve health. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/air-qualityAs the regional environmental regulator, we are responsible for monitoring and regulating stormwater quantity and quality. It’s our job to set and enforce standards and undertake monitoring to make...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/stormwater/who-manages-our-stormwaterOur region is home to flood and hazard-prone areas. We support the community to be prepared for and able to respond to hazards, and changes in the natural environment. Our focus in flood and river
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/about/your-council/about-us/our-work/our-core-services/community-preparedness-and-response-to-hazards-te-whakarite-hapori-me-nga-urupare-morearea