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Farmers proud to be guardians of ancient drawings
There are hundreds of drawings on limestone rock, some of which could be up to 1000 years old, in South Canterbury. Peter Evans believes it was his grandfather who discovered the ancient drawings on… Audio
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Mountain of farm waste plastic on the way out
Wastebusters is happy to see the first loads of farm plastics hit the road after four years of stockpiling, but its green waste collection is in breach of the land and water regional plan.
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Father and son both take on councillor duties
Politics is all in the family for a Canterbury father and son.
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Nitrates go under the spotlight in Canterbury
Private water supplies could come under greater scrutiny, amid concerns about nitrates in drinking water.
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Winter grazing under scrutiny from the sky in Waimakariri
A flyover of Waimakariri farms has found that most farmers are following winter grazing rules.
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Ngāi Tahu gets right to appoint ECan councillors
Ngāi Tahu will get guaranteed representation and decision-making powers on Canterbury's regional council.
A Bill ensuring two Ngāi Tahu members sit on the council passed its third reading in… Audio
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Ngāi Tahu gains right to appoint two Environment Canterbury councillors
Ngāi Tahu will get guaranteed representation and decision-making powers on Canterbury's regional council Ecan.
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Christchurch flooding: Small-scale fixes, investment in infrastructure needed - councillor
Leaders are calling for more urgent action to mitigate increasing flood risk in Christchurch, as locals clean up from a storm which tipped Canterbury into the wettest July on record.
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Christchurch to Waipara cycle trail close to becoming reality
The Pegasus Bay Cycle Trail, formerly known as Wheels to Waipara, is fast taking shape linking cycle trails in Christchurch, Waimakariri and Hurunui.
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All eyes on Ashburton as ECan warns of floods
Council staff are out near Ashburton this morning as river levels continue to rise with warnings vulnerable areas could flood.
Environment Canterbury says rivers and streams will peak this afternoon… Audio
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Permanent Ngāi Tahu representation on Environment Canterbury a step closer
Ngāi Tahu is a step closer to getting permanent seats on Environment Canterbury (ECan).
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ECAN scientist responds to nitrate pollution in groundwater
New research has found there is not enough rain and river water in Canterbury to dilute nitrate pollution to acceptable drinking water standards.
Environment Canterbury's science director Dr Tim… Audio
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'You look at the farm now and you think, what flood?' - Ashburton one year on
Farmers hit hard by the Ashburton floods say their farms have recovered well and in some cases their pastures are better than before.
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Bromley stench: 'Do your job - make our health paramount'
Christchurch City Council has had a morning of fiery presentations by residents at their wits end with putrid smells from council facilities. Audio
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'Stressed and angry': Wastewater regulations mess leaves family in limbo
The Stocker family were supposed to be enjoying their new home by now but are still, along with others, at loggerheads with ECan over wastewater consent related to nitrate risk in Ashburton's…
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Uncertainty over impact of toxic oil on Kaiapoi rivers after fire
It's not yet known how much toxic oil has been flushed into Kaiapoi rivers or the extent of ecological damage after a major factory blaze. Audio
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Wilding pine control efforts praised for exceeding expectations
Biosecurity Minister Damien O'Connor said the programme had made huge strides in it's first year - tackling more than half of its four-year target.
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Canterbury 4WD enthusiasts endanger rare birds
Four wheel drive enthusiasts are continuing to threaten the nests of endangered birds on Canterbury's Ashley River.
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New limits on sea-run salmon for Canterbury anglers announced
Canterbury anglers will only be able to catch two sea-run salmon a season from October instead of two a day.
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Weekend flooding: Ashburton River vulnerabilities 'not ideal'
There was a hint of deja vu in the Ashburton district as the South Island was once again clobbered by historic volumes of rainfall.
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'Get the shingle out', say Ashburton's flood-hit farmers
Flood-hit farmers in Ashburton's Greenstreet area had a message at a community meeting this week: 'Get the shingle out of the river, then come back with more money'.
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Ashburton flooding: Farmers call for more financial support to ease pressure
Ashburton farmers say if the government cares about mental health, it needs to provide more money to help ease pressures of the flood recovery.
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Govt funds sought for Ashburton River shingle removal after floods
Canterbury Regional Council (ECAN) says it needs financial help from central government to reinstate the Ashburton River, which flooded this month.
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Irate councillor to fight 'anti-rural' ethos
A frustrated ECan councillor says he is prepared to tackle a perceived "anti-rural" mindset at the regional council table.
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Canterbury floods: Red warning lifted, as rivers recede
While rivers are receding in Canterbury, residents are being warned the risk is not over and some are still on standby to evacuate should the situation change.