An abundance of flora and fauna treasures were found at a recent Bioblitz, helping to create a snapshot of the area’s biodiversity. Held at Muriwai o Whata Coopers Lagoon, the event enjoyed a strong...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/big-turnout-for-bioblitz-at-muriwai-o-whataOn-farm composting is increasingly being adopted as a practical solution – particularly for managing animal mortalities – and offers both operational and environmental benefits. Learn about
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/managing-on-farm-compostEach of Waitaha/Canterbury's water zone committees has an action plan which outlines how they will work with the community to deliver their aspirations for freshwater as outlined in the Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/ashburton-water-zone/ashburton-water-zone-progress-reportWhat if the leaves of the humble tī kōuka (cabbage tree) could be used for a greener, more sustainable and profitable future? That’s the question Yiting Su from Breens Intermediate explored in his...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/the-humble-cabbage-tree-leaf-proves-a-tough-competitor-at-wrybill-trophy-awardsProtranz International Ltd applied to Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) and Waimakariri District Council for consent to establish and operate a quarry and landfill operation at 150
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/notifications-and-submissions/protranz-international-ltd.... It lies 500 metres upstream of the former Ahuriri Lagoon, and is a recently re-created wetland that has been planted with thousands of aquatic and semi-aquatic plants, and is already attracting fauna...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/new-planting-sites-will-bring-back-a-piece-of-natural-canterbury... on the protection of landscapes and their ecology. “It was an excellent way to open up the ākonga minds to the diverse opportunities for restoration practices in Whakaraupō, as well as the complexity of achieving these outcomes through various agencies tasked with its protection.” ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/new-programme-cultivates-next-gen-guardians-of-our-environmentEach of Waitaha/Canterbury’s water zone committees has an action plan which outlines how they will work with the community to deliver their aspirations for freshwater as outlined in the Canterbury
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/selwyn-waihora-zone/selwyn-waihora-water-zone-committee-action-plan-2021-2024