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Beyond Councils: What Regional Governance Could Mean
Canterbury has extraordinary potential. We’re home to world-leading agricultural innovation, growing tech and advanced manufacturing sectors, internationally recognised universities, and natural assets that attract visitors from around the globe. We have everything needed to compete with the best regions worldwide. But we’re competing with one hand tied behind our backs. While successful regions overseas coordinate…
Are We Asking the Right Questions About Regional Governance?
Dr Deon Swiggs | Chair, Environment Canterbury & LGNZ Regional Sector The Government wants to scrap regional councillors to “simplify” local government. They say it will cut duplication and make things clearer for ratepayers. I’ve written about the internal contradictions in their proposal: The Questions Government Must Answer About Scrapping Regional Councillors But there’s a…
The Questions Government Must Answer About Scrapping Regional Councillors
The Government wants fundamental change to how regions are governed. As Chair of Environment Canterbury and the LGNZ regional sector, I support reform that improves outcomes for communities. Change is needed – the question is what kind of change actually works. These questions deserve answers before we make changes we can’t undo. The Government’s proposal…
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New owner for 224 Cashel Street
Ōtākaro Limited has today for a second time successfully completed the sale of the building at 224 Cashel Street, Christchurch, to Huadu International Management Group Limited (HIMG). The first attempt was with developer Patrick Fontein. HIMG plans to redevelop the former IRD building into a combined training and research medical facility specialising in the field…
Farmers encouraged to ensure they have consent
[ad_1] Farmers encouraged to ensure they have consent Canterbury farmers are some of the most efficient in the country, in part thanks to a consenting process that helps ensure they are balancing environmental, economic and cultural values. Beginning in 2012 with the adoption of the Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan; many farmers were required to…
From Cameroon to Mongolia…to Twizel?
[ad_1] From Cameroon to Mongolia…to Twizel? New Environment Canterbury team member Dan Turner has gone from living in extreme conditions in Cameroon and Mongolia to tiny Twizel. His new role as a senior resource management advisor will see him use skills in communication and relationship building with farmers and key organisations in the Mackenzie Basin to continue…
Celebrating our uniqueness
[ad_1] Celebrating our uniqueness It’s been some time since our last update on what has been happening with water management in the Banks Peninsula Zone. We’ve been keeping busy in the background and have lots of ideas for the rest of the year. Rangatahi/youth representative We are proud to have recently announced that Erana…
Erosion and sediment control reviews may lead to on-the-spot fines
[ad_1] Erosion and sediment control reviews may lead to on-the-spot fines Bare soil and loose material from the Port Hills can be swept along by heavy winter rains to become run-off. When this reaches stormwater drains, it flows straight into local streams. We’re counting on Christchurch builders and residents to help us clean up Cashmere Stream…
Ahuriri Arm water quality still a focus – one year on
[ad_1] Ahuriri Arm water quality still a focus – one year on Chair of the Upper Waitaki Water Zone Committee, Simon Cameron, talks about the progress made to address water quality at Lake Benmore. This year’s improvement in water quality at Lake Benmore is welcome news but won’t be slowing the momentum of the zone…
Wetland work continues in Kaikōura
[ad_1] Wetland work continues in Kaikōura Kaikōura Water Zone Committee (KWZC) enable local wetland work to protect, grow and enhance native habitat with more than $40,000 of Immediate Steps Biodiversity Funding (IMS). Three key projects have been chosen to contribute to wetland work in Kaikōura District: Greenburn wetland is impressive to the eye and has…
Reducing rowan to help our native tussock
[ad_1] Reducing rowan to help our native tussock A joint project, which includes $10,000 of Immediate Steps biodiversity funding allocated by the Upper Waitaki Water Zone, is now underway to manage the invasive rowan tree before it becomes more established. The rowan tree was once widely planted for protection against witches and spirits in Britain…
Local stormwater superhero awarded for his efforts
[ad_1] Local stormwater superhero awarded for his efforts Local stormwater superhero, Evan Smith, has recently been awarded an honorary Stormwater Superhero Award, by the Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee, for his efforts towards improving water quality in Ōtākaro/Avon River. Smith has dedicated significant time and effort towards community education, raising awareness, and facilitating community action…
Water bottling – what's the story?
[ad_1] Water bottling – what’s the story? Waterbottling remains an issue of public interest, particularly in Christchurch. This page provides information on various matters relating to waterbottling, including decisions made by Environment Canterbury. More information and previous updates 9 July 2020: Environment Canterbury pleased with certainty on water bottling from High Court decision Environment Canterbury is…
Council pleased with certainty on water bottling from High Court decision
[ad_1] Council pleased with certainty on water bottling from High Court decision Environment Canterbury is pleased with a High Court decision that it correctly applied the law and did not exceed its jurisdiction in approving Christchurch water-bottling consents. It also welcomes the clarity the decision provides for those concerned about water bottling and the wider…
Gaining approval to keep planting plans on track
[ad_1] Gaining approval to keep planting plans on track Planting trees can have positive benefits if they are set in the right environment. Those planning to plant must seek approval from their local and regional council before planting, to make sure the land, plan and plants are suitable for planting. All afforestation (new forest planting)…
South Canterbury environmental projects awarded $41,000
[ad_1] South Canterbury environmental projects awarded $41,000 The Orari Temuka Opihi Pareora (OTOP) Water Zone Committee has today allocated $41,000 of funding for three projects aimed at protecting native wildlife. A project planting and controlling pests at Waitarakao/Washdyke Lagoon will receive $10,000; the Orari River Protection Group will receive $15,000 for its predator control work;…
Have your say on proposed changes to resource consent application charges
[ad_1] Have your say on proposed changes to resource consent application charges We are inviting submissions on proposed changes to our Fees and Charges Policy. The change will increase the amount we charge for processing resource consent applications. Who will be affected? The changes will affect any individuals or organisations applying for resource consents to…
New winter grazing guidelines supporting best practice
[ad_1] New winter grazing guidelines supporting best practice Measuring the adequacy of winter crop grazing management will be more straightforward thanks to new guidelines for Farm Environment Plan auditors. Our new report, Winter forage crop grazing and wet weather management – guidelines for FEP auditors (PDF File, 1.38MB) gives greater clarity on how to assess the…
Mill Road wetland gets a makeover
[ad_1] Mill Road wetland gets a makeover Over one thousand square metres of wetland has been fenced off along Lyell Creek/Waikōau at the back of a Mill Road property in Kaikōura, to help keep stock out of the spring-fed stream. Two additional springs and five overland flow paths feeding into the stream have also been…
Banks Peninsula first zone to co-opt youth member
[ad_1] Banks Peninsula first zone to co-opt youth member An environmental lawyer in the making has become the first youth member co-opted to a water zone committee and is carving a pathway for others to follow in her footsteps. Erana Riddell, 21, never intended to end up on the Banks Peninsula Water Zone Committee. Following…
July update: Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager
[ad_1] July update: Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kevin Heays provides insight into what is happening on the ground. Kaikōura Zone Delivery Manager Kevin Heays Kev’s corner We called and the community answered! In late June we hosted the first meeting for the refreshed Love the Lyell Governance Group – a group of…
Programme celebrates first year reducing hill country erosion in North Canterbury
[ad_1] Programme celebrates first year reducing hill country erosion in North Canterbury The Soil Conservation and Regeneration (SCAR) programme has completed the first of a four-year programme which aims to support landowners who have erosion-prone land with advice, tools and skills. This will improve both their farm systems and water quality, by reducing the amount…
Guidance for cruise ships anchoring at Akaroa Harbour
[ad_1] Guidance for cruise ships anchoring at Akaroa Harbour Environment Canterbury has issued guidance to cruise ship masters and operators wishing to anchor in Akaroa Harbour from 1 November 2021. The potential disturbance of the seabed by vessel anchors, and reduction in water quality at Akaroa, has been a matter of public discussion and community concern…
Fire service must be funded as an emergency service
The Insurance Council of New Zealand (ICNZ) is calling on political parties to back our volunteer and paid firefighters by funding them appropriately for their services much like the Police are funded. The comment follows the publication of the summary of the submissions for the Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) funding review, announced by…
A lower price for Metrocards
[ad_1] A lower price for Metrocards The price of a Metrocard will be $5, down from $10, from Wednesday 1 July. Until 1 July, you can still pick up a free Metrocard (while stocks last). Transport Portfolio Lead Councillor Phil Clearwater said that as part of the COVID-19 response, Metrocards have been free for the month…
From our Chair: 2020/21 rates focus on environmental priorities and supporting Covid-19 recovery
[ad_1] From our Chair: 2020/21 rates focus on environmental priorities and supporting Covid-19 recovery The formal adoption of an Annual Plan and the setting of rates is a yearly milestone for every Council. This year the Council is focusing on public transport, environmental priority projects and COVID-19 recovery. Annual plans outline what Councils intend to do,…
From our Chair: Climate change at the heart of all we do
[ad_1] From our Chair: Climate change at the heart of all we do It’s a year since Environment Canterbury declared a climate-change emergency. Jenny Hughey explains what the council has been doing. Environment Canterbury Chair Jenny Hughey The formal declaration of a state of climate emergency across Canterbury was one of the most serious, and…