All subdivisions and developments producing domestic wastewater that are unable to connect to a reticulated wastewater system will require an onsite wastewater management system (OWMS
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/wastewater/information-for-developers-designers-and-installers... 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... and removal of dead trees. The plants have been funded by Timaru District Council’s Significant Natural Areas Fund, focusing on coastal wetland areas - thanks to Gary Foster Get along and lend a hand When...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/restoring-normanby-lagoon-one-plant-at-a-timeWhen managed well, animal effluent is a valuable resource that can increase the productivity of your pasture and reduce your fertiliser costs. Mismanagement of effluent, however, can have serious
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/managing-animal-effluentEach 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/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone/christchurch-west-melton-water-zone-progress-report... School’s HOD Science, an exciting tour of the school’s projects kicked off the day. These included a Boulder Copper Butterfly sanctuary, two beehives, a native garden and restoration area...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/waitaha-students-leading-the-way-in-sustainability... and its wider catchment were highly regarded by Ngāi Tahu as an important source of mahinga kai/mahika kai, offering a bounty of food and resources. Historic forest clearance, wetland drainage...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/innovative-solution-gives-hope-for-migratory-fish-at-wairewalake-forsyth.... Great willowherb (Epilobium hirsutum) When you’re out and about exploring your local wetlands, lakes, and rivers, keep your eyes peeled for the invasive plant, which is a great willowherb. This pest...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/its-the-season-to-report-pest-plantsThe Timaru community is being encouraged to get involved in a collaborative project to restore Waitarakao Washdyke Lagoon and its surrounding catchment. 'Our Waitarakao' Washdyke Lagoon Catchment
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/plan-to-restore-waitarakao-washdyke-lagoon-kicks-off