..., lake, wetlands, estuaries, waterways, coastline, biodiversity and water supplies. Check out some of our action on the ground.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/whats-happening-in-my-water-zone/banks-peninsula-water-zone/local-projects-and-prioritiesFind out which projects were funded through the Christchurch Biodiversity Targeted Rate Programme and what they are delivering across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/community-funding/christchurch-and-banks-peninsula-biodiversity-fund/christchurch-biodiversity-projects-and-fundingEach 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-progress-reportThe Ashburton and Ōrāri Temuka Ōpihi Pareora (OTOP) water zone committees recently enjoyed a field trip to a restoration site along McKinnon's Creek/Ōtakitane. The location - a spring-fed stream...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/zone-committees-get-stream-side-to-learn-about-rangitata-revivalThe Ōrāri Temuka Ōpihi Pareora zone is distinctive due to its intricate system of braided river networks and gorges, which provide varied ecosystems for a number of indigenous flora and fauna. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/nature-in-your-area/orari-opihi-pareora-zone-biodiversityWe have awarded $400,000 of funding to seven community organisations, for eight different biodiversity-enhancing projects, through the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund 2024/25
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/community-groups-receive-funding-to-protect-indigenous-biodiversity... the construction of a new wetland on whānau land adjacent to Ngāti Moki Marae. In an important step, the project team, whānau, and two of the major consultants; Morphum Environmental - for wetland design...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/selwyn-waihora/wetland-project-for-te-waikekewaiwaikekewai-stream-reaches-design-phase... QEII covenant and deer fencing in place, native birds and vegetation are returning to the valley. Learn how this restoration is working and how to access support for your own land. Thanks to a QEII...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/qeii-covenant-helps-conserve-soil-and-protect-waterways-in-blythe-valleyThe Waipara River has undergone a transformative journey, enhancing flood protection and biodiversity. Find out more about this innovative climate-resilience project. The Waipara River has long been
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/waipara-river-restoration-brings-extensive-benefits... of indigenous vegetation ecological restoration and improved functioning of valley floor wetland protection of local Māori rock art development of an educational site with the aim of raising awareness...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/taniwha-gully-ancient-rock-art-protected-by-funding