The Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee is a joint committee of Environment Canterbury, Christchurch City Council and Selwyn District Council. Three rūnanga consider the zone part
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... Conservation and Revegetation (SCAR) programme has delivered so far. The programme, launched in 2019, is jointly funded by Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury), the Ministry
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/30000-trees-planted-on-229-farms-scar-takes-root-across-north-canterburyFind out which projects were funded through the Christchurch Biodiversity Targeted Rate Programme and what they are delivering across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/community-funding/christchurch-and-banks-peninsula-biodiversity-fund/christchurch-biodiversity-projects-and-fundingInnovative water quality approaches were on show at the recent Ashburton Water Zone Committee’s Hekeao Hinds field trip.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/ashburton/hekeao-hinds-field-trip-provides-learning-opportunitiesMarine pests pose a serious risk to the coastal waters of Waitaha Canterbury. They spread rapidly, outcompete native species, alter marine habitats, and can harm mahinga kai, recreation, and marine
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/preventing-the-spread-of-pests/marine-pestsBefore the irrigation season arrives, it’s important to make sure your irrigation equipment is operating efficiently. It may also be a requirement of your consent to show you have done this during
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/be-a-smart-irrigator-this-seasonOur quarterly portfolio performance reports give detailed information about how we are tracking for each portfolio throughout the year. We then create an Annual Report at the end of each financial
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/annual-reportsIf you are heading to the Waitaki and Mackenzie lakes over summer to enjoy a classic kiwi holiday experience then check you’re doing all you can to respect the environment during your trip. Simple
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/upper-waitaki-water-zone/love-our-lakesTe Rauakaaka sits on the south side of the Waimakariri River and includes the Waimakariri River saltmarsh and Styx River mouth. Te Rauakaaka includes the Whites Crossing Picnic Area around the mouth
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/living-here/regional-parks/waimakariri-river-regional-park/te-rauakaakaLow 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