News & events

Date: Mon, 5 Feb 2024

The fire near Kirwee is now contained, the response is being led by Fire and Emergency NZ (FENZ).

Date: Fri, 2 Feb 2024

Read about the successful project reestablishing and protecting the native forest in the Avoca Valley.

Date: Thu, 1 Feb 2024

A new and refreshed depot in Kainga provides a modern open-plan office for up to 70 kaimahi (staff).

Date: Fri, 26 Jan 2024

Have your say on the draft Canterbury Regional Land Transport Plan 2024–34.

Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2024

If you notice an unpleasant odour over the warmer months in the Washdyke and north Timaru area you can take action by reporting it to us via the Smelt-it app.

Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2024

The Waipara River has undergone a transformative journey, enhancing flood protection and biodiversity. Find out more about this climate-resilient project.

Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2024

If you own a property with a dam, you should start thinking about the new dam safety regulations that come into force on 13 May 2024.

Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2024

Keep your eyes and ears open for rooks especially in and around the Kennedy’s Bush area, a suburb in south-west Christchurch.

Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023

We have developed a new handbook with our partners to help you understand the risks of wilding pines and how you can remove and replace them on your property.

Date: Tue, 19 Dec 2023

Before heading onto the lake, put on a lifejacket, take two waterproof forms of communication, and check both the high country and general forecast.

Date: Thu, 14 Dec 2023

Look before you leap! We monitor the water quality at more than 100 swimming spots, check where's good to swim before you head out.

Date: Thu, 14 Dec 2023

Hear the latest update on Our Waitarakao - a project to improve the health of the Waitarakao Washdyke Lagoon Catchment in South Canterbury.