News & events

Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2025

Scientist Dr Adrian Meredith has made history, being the first regional council staff member to win a respected national award.

Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2025

Toxic algae thrives in warm, slow-moving water and can quickly bloom into dangerous mats. Learn how to spot it and protect your pets and family.

Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2025

How healthy is that stream? We have monitoring kits available to help you find out how healthy the streams are in your area.

Date: Thu, 2 Oct 2025

The Te Waihora Group has won the Te Waka o Aoraki trophy at the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board awards for the Whakaora Te Waikēkēwai project.

Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2025

77% of Canterbury swim sites are safe this summer. Check LAWA for weekly updates, toxic algae alerts and long-term grades before diving in.

Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Our data show nitrate concentrations in groundwater are increasing in much of Waitaha Canterbury. We’re taking action to reverse these trends.

Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2025

Upper Waitaki water quality shows mixed results; action underway to reduce nutrients, protect lakes, and guide future land and water decisions.

Date: Thu, 14 Aug 2025

Our 2024 annual groundwater quality survey showed an increase in E. coli detections and a majority of wells with increasing nitrate concentration trends.

Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2025

Birds known for their mythical status are taking refuge at a newly restored wetland around Aotearoa’s largest lagoon.

Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2025

Controlling 2000 hectares of weeds surrounding Canterbury's largest lagoon is the mission to improve water quality for future generations.

Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2025

A farmer-led approach delivered by Amuri Irrigation Company (AIC) is improving local water quality in North Canterbury's Amuri Basin.

Date: Thu, 12 Jun 2025

SCAR project helps North Canterbury farms fight erosion, improve soil health, and build trust through expert advice, planting, and community support.