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Three innovative projects and exciting new environmental awards will be supported at the recommendation of the Waimakariri Water Zone Committee. The funding comes from our $50,000 allocation for water...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/waimakariri/funding-boost-for-waimakariri-environmental-projects
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A recent biodiversity and regulations workshop in Culverden provided the opportunity for farmers to better understand new rules and regulations through a question-and-answer session with our staff
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/hurunui-waiau/helping-unpack-regulations-with-farmers-in-culverden
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...Wetlands, once abundant in New Zealand, now face peril, with 90 per cent lost in 150 years. Despite decline, Canterbury's wetlands are crucial havens for biodiversity, needing protection for future generations' enjoyment. Discover how ongoing projects strive to safeguard these unique environments. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/our-biodiversity-work/wetlands-projects
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... to Impact Fund This fund supports a wide range of community-led environmental projects, including native planting, pest and weed control, wetland restoration, education programmes, and community...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/turn-local-ideas-into-environmental-action-funding-closing-soon
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From a swampy paddock to a destination wetland, funding has enabled a small Waitaki community to turn the dial on water quality in their catchment. Pegged affectionately online as the ‘biggest little...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/duntroon-turns-the-dial-on-water-quality-with-destination-wetland
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The Ashburton zone is bordered by the jagged Kā Tiritiri o te Moana Southern Alps and the raging waters of both the Rakaia and Rangitata rivers. The iconic Ō Tū Wharekai wetlands system
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/nature-in-your-area/ashburton-zone
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Waitaha Canterbury is home to a rich diversity of freshwater and coastal ecosystems, supporting a wide range of indigenous plants, invertebrates, fish, river-nesting birds, and marine species.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/our-biodiversity-work/freshwater-biodiversity-habitat-projects
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https://www.ecan.govt.nz/reporting/outcome-results/a1-percentage-of-monitored-groundwater-sites-where-nitrate-concentration-is-decreasing
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... and support the local businesses who helped us deliver this work. The Rakahuri and its associated tributaries, wetlands and lagoons are a special taonga for mana whenua, formerly known as the food...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/ashley-rakahuri-weed-control-reclaims-more-than-just-riverbed
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https://www.ecan.govt.nz/reporting/outcome-results/a2-percentage-of-monitored-river-and-stream-sites-graded-d-or-e-for-e-coli-concentration-is-decreasing
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