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Canterbury Regional Council Issues Abatement Notice For Treatment Plant Stench
Friday, 27 February 2026, 11:51 am | Environment Canterbury
Environment Canterbury has received more than 4,500 reports from the community describing a putrid, sewage-like smell that has been placing significant strain on residents across East and Central Ōtautahi Christchurch since late January 2026. More >>
Canterbury Mayoral Forum Submits On Simplifying Local Government Proposal
Monday, 23 February 2026, 6:51 pm | Environment Canterbury
In its submission, the Forum agrees that an evidence-led approach to determine how functions are delivered across Canterbury is timely and has the potential to deliver benefits for communities and ratepayers. More >>
Recovery Work To Begin At Akaroa Vessel Site
Tuesday, 10 February 2026, 12:45 pm | Environment Canterbury
Regional On-Scene Commander, Emma Parr, said safety will remain the top priority throughout the operation. More >>
Canterbury Mayoral Forum Concerned About Rates Cap Proposal
Monday, 9 February 2026, 8:57 pm | Environment Canterbury
The Mayoral Forum will also submit on the Planning Bill, Natural Environment Bill, Simplifying Local Government, and the Emergency Management Bill later this month. More >>
Nīkau Palm Valley Bay Vessel Incident Update
Sunday, 1 February 2026, 5:46 pm | Environment Canterbury
Following yesterday’s incident involving the Black Cat vessel at Nīkau Palm Valley Bay, Akaroa, our teams remain on site today progressing the response and overseeing a safe recovery plan. Initial assessments undertaken this morning show the vessel ... More >>
Delays Expected To Bus Routes 8, 27 And 125 In Early January
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 2:03 pm | Environment Canterbury
The Christchurch City Council-led works include the installation of new traffic signals and upgrades to stormwater and water supply pipes on Harewood Road. More >>
Route 7 Frequency Increase Causing Increase In Patronage Too
Friday, 12 December 2025, 11:11 am | Environment Canterbury
Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) Deputy Chair Iaean Cranwell said almost 120,000 passenger trips were recorded on the route in October 2025. More >>
Final Council Meeting Of The Year Prompts Robust Discussions
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 9:59 am | Environment Canterbury
Councillors adopted an updated Allowance and Expense Reimbursement Policy, which determined how Councillors can be reimbursed for expenses incurred in undertaking their duties. More >>
Motu Move Passes 100,000 Tags In First Month
Wednesday, 10 December 2025, 12:07 pm | Environment Canterbury
Launched on 10 Nov, Motu Move is the new National Ticketing Solution (NTS) which will eventually be used on public transport across all regions in Aotearoa. Canterbury is the first region to use Motu Move and the system is being rolled out in stages. More >>
Unpacking Your Options To Get To One New Zealand Stadium At Te Kaha
Thursday, 4 December 2025, 11:14 am | Environment Canterbury
The shuttles are a managed service that eventgoers can book online prior to the event, taking them from six different pick-up areas within Christchurch, to Latimer Square, just a short walk away from the stadium. More >>
First Meeting Of Canterbury Mayoral Forum
Monday, 1 December 2025, 3:49 pm | Environment Canterbury
The Canterbury Mayoral Forum is the primary mechanism for local government communication, coordination, and collaboration in Waitaha Canterbury. More >>
Give Chicks A Chance This Crate Day
Friday, 28 November 2025, 4:16 pm | Environment Canterbury
Crate Day coincides with the peak of the nesting season. Large gatherings, noise, and riverbed driving put these species at real risk. Even one afternoon of disturbance can wipe out an entire season’s breeding effort. More >>
Small Pets Welcome On Board From 1 December In Greater Christchurch
Friday, 28 November 2025, 9:40 am | Environment Canterbury
Pets must be in a carrier that fits on your lap or under the seat in front of you. Small dogs can be on a lead with a muzzle if preferred. Other conditions also apply. More >>
Chair Dr Deon Swiggs Comment On Government Reform Proposals
Tuesday, 25 November 2025, 6:46 pm | Environment Canterbury
For changes affecting every New Zealand region, we need genuine partnership in designing solutions that work for our communities. More >>
Final Results Confirm Councillors For Regional Council
Friday, 17 October 2025, 12:23 pm | Environment Canterbury
First time Environment Canterbury councillors are: John Faulkner, Sara Gerard, Ashley Campbell, Nettles Lamont, Andrea Davis and Nick Moody. More >>
Progress Election Results: Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury)
Saturday, 11 October 2025, 4:22 pm | Environment Canterbury
Voter turnout in Canterbury varied across the seven constituencies, ranging between 30.34 per cent and 43.8 per cent compared with the range of 36.66 per cent and 49.65 per cent in 2022. More >>
Help Protect Canterbury’s Braided River Birds This Spring
Friday, 10 October 2025, 1:42 pm | Environment Canterbury
“Remember that you’re sharing space with some of the most endangered species in the world. Together, small actions add up to a safer future for these birds.” More >>
Summer Is Coming – Environment Canterbury Releases Water Quality Grades For Popular Sites
Monday, 22 September 2025, 6:09 pm | Environment Canterbury
As the long-term grades, which summarise the last five years, are only updated after the end of each season, weekly water sampling provides a more up-to-date picture of water quality, which can be variable. More >>
Credit And Debit Card Payments Coming To Metro Buses This Year
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 3:07 pm | Environment Canterbury
The new payment methods are the first part of a phased roll out of the National Ticketing Solution (NTS) which is beginning in Waitaha Canterbury. More >>
More Express Options To The City For Rolleston Commuters
Friday, 15 August 2025, 2:01 pm | Environment Canterbury
From 1 September, Metro and Bentley Coachlines services will begin a six-month trial operating direct buses along two new routes, 84 Rolleston Direct West and 85 Rolleston Direct East. More >>
