Our coastlines are beautiful places and we want to keep it that way. This needs careful management to reduce pressure from industrial development and changes in coastal erosion patterns. It’s our job to manage coastal water quality, including discharges to the sea, and coastal hazards investigations, so that our coastal environment can be preserved and enjoyed by everyone.
Coastal pollution response
Find out how we minimise environmental impacts resulting from accidents, oil transfer operations and other pollution incidents.
Coastal hazards
Learn more about the different types of coastal hazards we experience in Waitaha/Canterbury and how we monitor them.
Coastal water quality
Find out more about coastal water quality across Waitaha/Canterbury.
Coastal projects
Learn about the latest projects to protect our coastlines.
Marine biosecurity
Find out more about marine biosecurity.
Coastal planning
Find out more about our strategies to protect Waitaha/Canterbury's coastlines.
Coastal tools
- Visit the Harbourmaster office for recreational and commercial boating information
- Learn about the Lyttelton Port Recovery Plan
- Check the swimming water quality before you go for a swim
- View the Regional Coastal Environment Plan and related documents
- Read the latest news about our coastal environment