Header image: Kakī/black stilt, photographer: Steve Attwood. After more than 20 years in the making, central government policy has set the direction for how we’re going to protect, and improve
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/stories/2023/from-our-deputy-chairThere’s no one-size-fits-all solution to controlling wilding pines. The right approach depends on your land, the size and spread of the infestation, access, and what you want the land to be used
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/national-programmes/wilding-pine-programme/controlling-wilding-pines.... In this area, we are using strategies that have been proven elsewhere to support growth. Strategies we're using include: planting deeper than usual wool weed mats that draw water in mulching...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/planting-proves-challenging-on-the-waikirikiri-selwyn-riverPhoto credit: Nicki Murray A 43-hectare area of retired farmland in Blythe Valley has been permanently protected to support native biodiversity, reduce erosion, and improve water quality. With a new
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/qeii-covenant-helps-conserve-soil-and-protect-waterways-in-blythe-valleyIn search of innovative environmental projects to improve freshwater outcomes, the Kaikōura Water Zone Committee ventured to the Hurunui to hear from locals trialling new solutions to pressing water
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/kaikoura/kaikoura-committee-looks-to-local-leaders-for-inspirationFeature image: Remediation of a long-term barrier to fish passage.A review of efforts to address water quality issues within the Hekeao/Hinds catchment highlights the impressive work that’s been
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/ashburton/progress-review-an-opportunity-to-celebrate-efforts-in-the-lower-hinds-catchmentCollectively, lifestyle blocks can have a significant impact on our environment as they typically have more people and infrastructure on a smaller land area, and are concentrated in areas where
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/lifestyle-blocks... to enhance it. Control weeds and pests to protect these native treasures. Bring back your natives — Carex secta is an ideal native grass for bank protection and drain/waterway weed suppression. Match your...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/waimakariri/keep-your-lifestyle-block-tip-topKōrero nā te awa Rakitata is about sharing stories of people’s connection with the Rangitata River. We are sharing these stories on behalf of Ko te Whakahaumanu o te Rakitata Awa | Rakitata
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/braided-river-revival/korero-na-te-awa-rakitata-stories-from-the-rangitata-riverNitrate contamination in waterways is a concern for everyone in Waitaha Canterbury. Intensive land use, including agriculture, is a leading contributor to increasing nitrate concentrations
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/drinking-water/nitrate-in-waterways