News & events

Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020

Canterbury is now at Alert Level 2. Our Tuam Street and Timaru offices remain open to the public however we prefer that you contact us on 0800 324 636.

Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2020

At an extraordinary meeting of Council on Friday 7 August, Dr Stefanie Rixecker was appointed to the role of Chief Executive.

Date: Fri, 17 Jul 2020

Canterbury farmers without a land use consent to farm are being asked to check if they need consent, and if necessary, to apply now.

Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2020

Over winter we're conducting reviews of erosion and sediment control practices at building sites in Cashmere and the Port Hills, with fines for non-compliance.

Date: Fri, 3 Jul 2020

We have released new guidelines for Farm Environment Plan auditors regarding winter forage crop grazing and wet weather management.

Date: Thu, 25 Jun 2020

Using a modern wood burner is a great start to improving air quality, but don't forget the basics to burn smoke-free – good wood and good lighting technique.

Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2020

Minister of Conservation Eugenie Sage has announced that Pest Free Banks Peninsula will receive over $5M to enable predator eradication and create jobs.

Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2020

Canterbury is now at Alert Level 2. Here’s what you need to know when using public transport.

Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2020

A Hurunui stream proves to be a positive passage for migratory fish.

Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2020 by Kevin Brown - Chair of the Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee

Newly elected Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee Chair Kevin Brown thinks about priorities and welcomes community input.

Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2020 by William Thomas, Chair, Ashburton Water Zone Committee

Ashburton Water Zone Committee Chair William Thomas explains his understanding of mahinga kai in the region.

Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2020

Mt Fyffe farmers have received funding to protect a recently mapped wetland home to plant species rarely found on New Zealand's East Coast.