News & events

Date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026

African love grass is a fast‑spreading pest threatening farms and biodiversity in Canterbury. Learn how to spot it and stop it spreading.

Date: Thu, 16 Apr 2026

Bus services on several Metro routes in Christchurch will be disrupted between 9am and 2pm on Wednesday 22 April due to a driver union meeting.

Date: Thu, 16 Apr 2026

Environment Canterbury is reminding Christchurch residents of outdoor burning rules after a rise in smoke complaints from backyard fires.

Date: Thu, 16 Apr 2026

Flood protection work on the Cam River in Kaiapoi uncovered native mussels living among decades-old debris, supporting river health and flood risk reduction.

Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2026

10 new electric vehicles are joining the MyWay network in Timaru.

Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2026

Opuha Dam water clarity consent affects the Kakahu River and irrigation supply. Learn what’s happening, why it matters, and what’s next.

Date: Thu, 9 Apr 2026

Businesses doing exceptional work to prevent stormwater pollution will be recognised at the 2026 Stormwater Superhero Awards. Are you one of them? Enter now.

Date: Tue, 7 Apr 2026

With less than a month until winter grazing is in full swing, ensure your plan is robust to protect your land during the wet season.

Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2026

If you see something in the environment that doesn’t look, smell or seem right — report it.

Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2026

New accessible park Kirikōhatu opens at Waimakariri River Regional Park, featuring a 1.2km wheelchair-friendly loop track, river views and picnic spaces.

Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2026

What’s making the Kaiapoi River saltier? New research points to low river flows, tides and rising sea levels.

Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2026 by Chair of Canterbury Regional Council, Dr Deon Swiggs

Have your say on Environment Canterbury’s Annual Plan. Join a Cuppa and Kōrero session or share feedback online to help shape services and investment.