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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 >>

Let’s Clear The Air On Outdoor Burning Rules

Friday, 8 August 2025, 7:20 pm | Environment Canterbury

Burning without understanding the rules can cause issues for neighbours, worsen air quality, and lead to enforcement action or fines. More >>

Council Welcomes Certainty On Its Role In Protecting The Rakaia

Monday, 4 August 2025, 7:52 pm | Environment Canterbury

Chief Executive Dr Stefanie Rixecker acknowledged that last week's Court decision gives Council some reassurance in its role. More >>

Election Candidates Confirmed For Canterbury Regional Council

Friday, 1 August 2025, 4:19 pm | Environment Canterbury

The regional council’s General Manager Governance Lisa Goodman, who is also the Deputy Electoral Officer, confirmed that 34 nominations had been confirmed to determine the 14 constituency councillors, with two councillors elected from each constituency. More >>

What Does The Future Look Like For Local Government?

Wednesday, 9 July 2025, 3:22 pm | Environment Canterbury

“Significant local government and resource management reform has been on Government agendas for some time. As a Council we agree that the current structure and funding for local government needs work.” More >>

Environment Canterbury Adopts Annual Plan 2025/26 After Strong Public Feedback

Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 4:48 pm | Environment Canterbury

The plan sets out the council’s priorities and budget for the coming financial year, with a sharpened focus on public transport, resource consent fees, and community support. More >>

Timaru's MyWay Service Is Here To Stay

Tuesday, 13 May 2025, 1:46 pm | Environment Canterbury

The MyWay fleet will be zero-emissions, excluding when spare vehicles are required, with improved emissions vehicles that will be used for the school and Temuka routes, Chair Pauling said. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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