.... A higher TLI results from higher nutrient concentrations and higher algal biomass (phytoplankton). TLI is not used as an indicator of safety for swimming; Land and Water Aotearoa reports that the sites...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/upper-waitaki/environment-canterbury-takes-action-on-ahuriri-arm-water-qualityThe dramatic Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula volcanic landscape is a stark contrast to the surrounding Waitaha Canterbury plains. The topography, geology, and climate in such a uniquely formed...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/nature-in-your-area/banks-peninsula-zoneFind out more about the recipients of the Waitaha Action to Impact funding rounds over the past four years and what the successful applicants have done with the funding. The Waitaha Action to Impact
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/community-funding/waitaha-action-to-impact-fund/waitaha-action-to-impact-fund-projects-and-fundingAotearoa/New Zealand has committed to playing its part in reducing emissions to help avoid the most severe possible future impacts of global climate change, through the Zero Carbon Act (2019
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/climate-change/getting-to-net-zeroOur 2021 native bird of the year, the pekapeka-tou-roa (native long-tailed bat) has a boosted roost habitat thanks to iwi and government working in partnership.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/collaborating-a-win-for-native-bats... warnings as the results show that it does not present a food safety risk to humans. Causes of algal blooms in marine environments These types of algal blooms are not uncommon this time of year and we...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/algae-bloom-in-camp-bay-whakaraupo-lyttelton-harbour.... It’s great that several quarries have already put the monitoring in place, including Fulton Hogan, Winstone Aggregates Division Limited and Road Metals, with monitoring due to be installed on Frews...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2017/working-together-to-resolve-quarry-dust-issues... water Progress towards meeting national standards for drinking water safety and ensuring groundwater quality. Recreational and amenity opportunities Maintaining and improving existing diversity...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/measuring-cwms-progress..., and play. Improving public transport is one of the most effective ways to reduce congestion, support growth, and keep people moving around the city. Without it, pressure on our roads will continue...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/have-your-say-on-the-future-of-public-transport