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Developed by Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) in partnership with Christchurch City Council, the short course – offered through UC’s online learning platform Tuihono UC | UC Online – will help learners explore climate science, adaptation strategies, and the roles of science and mātauranga Māori in responding to environmental challenges. …
The Christchurch City Council Information Network already has 15 sensors located across Bottle Lake Forest, Naval Point and the Port Hills using smart technology to help with early fire detection. Twelve new sensors are being added to the network in public spaces, such as suburban parks and reserves along the Heathcote and Avon Rivers, and…
Progress election results released Progress election results for Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) have been released. Deputy Electoral Officer and General Manager Governance Lisa Goodman said there were still some votes to be counted before the final result could be released. “Special votes and some ordinary votes cast close to the deadline on Saturday morning…
The current count has Mauger with 54,644 votes, a majority of almost 20,000. His nearest rival Sara Templeton received 34,726 votes. The next highest polling Mayoral candidate was Thomas Healey who received 1547 votes. Mayor-elect Mauger will be joined at the Council table by two new Councillors and 14 returning Councillors, as progress results stand….
The Dutch Funeral For a short time only see one of Ōtautahi Christchurch’s most cherished paintings, Petrus van der Velden’s The Dutch Funeral – Burial in the Winter on the Island of Marken. The painting will be on display at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū from 11 – 16 October. This treasured work…
Help protect Canterbury’s braided river birds this spring Nesting is underway for some of Canterbury’s special braided river birds and people can do their bit for nature by helping to keep them safe. Source link
Restoring wetlands for a healthier future A Timaru wetland restoration workshop has sparked new enthusiasm for protecting Waitaha Canterbury’s waterways, improving water quality, and restoring native habitats. Over two days, farmers, ecologists, and land managers came together to learn practical ways to bring wetlands back to life — and make them work for both the…
Work to install two tanks in Birdlings Flat will start mid-October, with another tank being installed in Pigeon Bay in late-November. The communal storage tanks can hold 26,000 litres of water each and are being installed in areas recommended by Fire and Emergency New Zealand. They are critical for rural communities, which have restricted water…
The Whaka-Ora Pest Project (WOPP) is a programme with Conservation Volunteers New Zealand aimed at controlling invasive predators and targeting possums, rats and stoats. Invasive weeds are also a major problem, such as spur valerian, old man’s beard, banana passionfruit, boneseed, wilding pines and sycamore. The focus is to restore the natural biodiversity of the harbour landscape…
The Adaptation Futures Conference (AF2025) – which is being held at Te Pae Convention Centre from 13 to 16 October – is recognised as the world’s largest and most influential climate adaptation gathering. This year’s conference will spotlight Pacific and indigenous leadership, with more than 90 countries represented across 200-plus sessions, masterclasses, field days, and…
Christchurch City Council City Infrastructure General Manager Brent Smith says people should expect some delays, particularly when travelling around the South-East Central area over the next couple of months. “One of our biggest packages of work will be the safety improvements at two intersections on Moorhouse Ave, starting Monday 13 October,” says Mr Smith. “We’re…
The new partnership is through the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme, which is the world’s largest multilateral research and innovation initiative. The city will be a key participant in the RISE-IN (Resilient Investment for Sustainable Environments) project, which pioneers innovative green financing solutions. The RISE-IN project is being co-ordinated by the Polytechnic of Milan. Through…
Swimming New Zealand and Basketball New Zealand have signed on with Christchurch City Council to make use of the brand-new spaces at Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre on Moorhouse Avenue. Confirmed events at Parakiore 10 – 14 December 2025 – Special Olympics National Summer Games 15 – 18 July 2026 – Basketball Foot Locker U16…
Christchurch City Council was last year offered 526 hectares of land at 3089 Bossu Road by owners Douglas and Shay DeAngelis, who wanted to ensure the property was publicly accessible, managed for community benefit and protected by a conservation covenant. The site will be opened for public use and managed as a regional park, with…
“By now, all enrolled voters will have received their voting papers in the post,” says Christchurch City Council Electoral Officer Warwick Lampp. “If you haven’t already, the next step is to return your voting document into an orange vote bin or post it back. “If you want to mail it in, please make sure you…
Linwood Village Market The Linwood Village Market is starting up for the season this Saturday from 10am – 1pm. Head along to the corner of Worcester Street and Stanmore Road (car park at the Linwood Community Arts Centre). Take a look through the stalls and enjoy tea and coffee refreshments too. The market will be…
From winter woolies to summer pyjamas: free heat pump transforms a Rangiora home When Rangiora first-home buyer Courtney Mitchell moved into her 66-square-metre home earlier this year, she had to borrow a heater to stay warm. The home did have a wood burner but compliance had expired six years earlier. What she didn’t expect was…
Lay back and relax in a custom-made floating hammock while a movie plays on the big screen in the latest hot pool experience. The Starlight Cinema Soak will be on for the month of October, with the first session on Thursday 9 October. “The cinema soak has been on our ‘dream board’ since the pools…
Whakaora Te Waikēkēwai wins top honour for conservation excellence The Whakaora Te Waikēkēwai project, a flagship initiative of the Te Waihora Co-Governance Group, has been awarded the prestigious Te Waka o Aoraki trophy at the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board awards — the highest accolade recognising outstanding conservation efforts in the Waitaha Canterbury region. Source link
They’ll be joined by neosoul pop duo Dillastrate from Ōtautahi Christchurch, Timaru-based rock country artist Brad Staley, and DJ Sambora, with Dillastrate’s very own Henare Kaa MCing the free, all-ages event on 31 December 2025. NYE25 powered with Hydrate by IHF, put on by Christchurch City Council, kicks off at 8pm, following the 4–7pm family-friendly…
Since 2008, people from across the district have shared thousands of images during the month-long competition, which runs throughout October. “We love that people are contributing their images to help build a rich photographic history of life here in Christchurch. We’re hoping there will be some exciting new treasures uncovered this year and encourage everyone…
Playing with fire: the cost of ignoring outdoor burning rules We’re urging North Canterbury residents to take greater care with outdoor burning after a sharp rise in complaints over the past few weeks. Outdoor burning rules exist to protect our air and our community. Reports have highlighted a number of problems, including people burning materials…
Soil moisture monitoring workshop: Get it working for you Come along to our “Set For Spring” sessions to learn how to choose and calibrate the right soil moisture monitoring system for your Farm Environment Plan (FEP) auditing process. Event details Date: Monday 20 October 2025 Time: 10am to 12pm with a BBQ lunch provided Location:…
Hay bale grazing: Wintering with less mud More Waitaha Canterbury farmers have been experimenting with hay bale grazing this past winter in a bid to minimise pugging and retain soil nutrients and structure. The practice has been endorsed by Bioeconomy Science Institute (formerly AgResearch) soil scientist, Ross Monaghan, who led the Soil Armour study finding…
The library will be closed from Monday 13 October 2025, and Christchurch City Council expects the work to be completed in March 2026. “We know Parklands Library holds an important space in Christchurch’s northeast community, and that losing it for five months will leave a big gap for many,” says Rosie Levi, Acting Head of…
A post on the Council’s Facebook asking for spare blankets for the shelter was viewed by tens of thousands of residents with donators reaching out from across Christchurch and beyond. Animal Services Manager Lionel Bridger says the shelter was overwhelmed with the community’s response. “We had hundreds of messages, calls and people coming into the…
Be a smart irrigator this season Before the irrigation season arrives, it’s important to make sure your irrigation equipment is operating efficiently. It may also be a requirement of your consent to show you have done this during your Farm Environment Plan audit. Source link
Funding backs restoration and conservation in Hurunui Six environmental initiatives, including projects to keep nesting birds safe, control the spread of invasive weeds and pests, and enhance biodiversity, will benefit from a share of $50,000 in funding. Source link
Riverside Market’s 6th Birthday Christchurch’s Riverside Market is celebrating its 6th Birthday with a full weekend of festivities this Saturday and Sunday. Saturday will feature family fun, kids activities, cupcake decorating, roaming performers and live music. On Sunday, Riverside launches its first ever Farmers Market, showcasing local growers, producers and artisans along the Avon River….
Residents living along Christchurch’s coastline will hear the tsunami warning sirens for up to three minutes, from 11am on Sunday 28 September. The warning takes the form of a tone followed by the message: This is a test of the tsunami warning sirens. Do not be alarmed, this is only a test. Tests are conducted…