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Rakaia Gorge weed control project off to a great start
The first stage of a major weed control project in Rakaia Gorge is progressing well, with some impressive gains in the first 12 months. The four-year operation will help protect native biodiversity...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/a-successful-start-to-rakaia-gorge-weed-control -
Enhancing Timaru’s Saltwater Creek
Timaru’s Saltwater Creek is well-known to locals as a great spot for a walk or a bike ride and is home to the local rowing club, as well as native plants and wildlife. But problems with weed, water...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/enhancing-timarus-saltwater-creek -
Flood protection work pays off in Geraldine
... by facilitating the establishment of native species on our berms," she said. "This is a place where you need good flood protection." Heavy weed infestation is a risk for flood protection schemes across...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/flood-protection-work-pays-off-in-geraldine -
Community effort to protect native habitat from iconic pest plant
A conservation group in the Lindis Pass has been awarded thousands of dollars to help eradicate Russell lupins – an exotic weed revered by visitors that is destroying our native habitat. The dazzling...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/community-effort-to-protect-native-habitat-from-iconic-pest-plant -
Biosecurity officers in the wild
... opportunities for both parties, contributing to successful biosecurity outcomes in Aotearoa New Zealand. Recent work opportunities Controlling weeds on the Chatham Islands Earlier this month, four...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/biosecurity-officers-in-the-wild -
Alford Forest’s Epic Battle: Holly vs Humans
... district where you can see the gradation of wetland kahikatea pōkākā forest to dryland beech forest. It has also been infested with holly for decades. Holly is a shade-tolerant weed which can grow...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/alford-forests-epic-battle-holly-vs-humans -
Waterways in Kaikōura
..., Kōwhai, Hāpuku, Puhi Puhi and Kēkerengū are not large and often carry little water during the dry summer months. However, when fed by southerly rain they quickly rise and flood, carrying a great deal...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/kaikoura-water-zone/local-projects-and-priorities-in-your-zone/waterways-in-kaikoura -
Ted Talks – August 2024
... months have been particularly hard on many in our rural community as they battle drought conditions, tough economic conditions and changing regulations. With the outlook still looking fairly dry, it seems...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/kaikoura/ted-talk-august-2024 -
Project Mudfish progress looks to the future
A small, but dedicated group of volunteers are working tirelessly to establish a Mid Canterbury wetland for future generations to enjoy.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/ashburton/project-mudfish-progress-looks-to-the-future