Do you have freshwater crayfish in your drain? Lizards in your flax? Whitebait in your creek? There is a term for these treasures and the habitats that support them – in Māori, it is mahinga kai
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-plans-and-consenting/farm-environment-plans/mahinga-kaiFeature image: Warwick Allen A groundbreaking mapping platform that brings together more than 60 years of river bird survey data is already delivering critical new insights for conservation
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/mapping-tool-reveals-decline-in-torea-across-canterbury-braided-riversDuring summer, we regularly monitor the water quality at nearly 100 popular swim spots in Waitaha Canterbury. We check for faecal contamination and toxic algae (cyanobacteria). Find out more
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/swimming-water-qualityA native wetland planting project supported by the Upper Waitaki Water Zone Committee is flourishing five years down the track thanks to careful maintenance and predator control carried out
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/upper-waitaki/otematata-wetland-plants-thrive-five-years-onHere you'll find current information about hazards and navigation safety events in the Canterbury region. Navigation safety alerts are short-term warnings about temporary or changing risks
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/harbourmasters-office/hazards-boating-notices-and-eventsWe work closely with other councils within our region to build a brighter future for everybody. Learn more about the Canterbury Mayoral Forum. Contact your local council: Christchurch City
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/about/your-council/our-team/councils-in-canterburyWe're developing river-specific revival strategies for braided rivers across our region. The strategies aim to: Pull together current plans and pathways for river revival across individual rivers
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/braided-river-revival/braided-river-strategiesThis summer, when you are out enjoying our stunning lake areas, make sure you’re doing all you can to respect the environment during your trip. As we dive deeper into the 2024-25 summer season
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/upper-waitaki/love-our-lakes-keep-the-waitaki-lakes-cleanFind out more about farming plans and consenting rules and regulations within the Waitaha Canterbury region.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-plans-and-consenting