Environment Canterbury
Environment Canterbury is the regional council for Canterbury. It makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of up to 16 councillors. are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region), including two councillors from the Christchurch South/Ōwhanga constituency. Up to two councillors can be appointed by Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Environment Canterbury election.
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Nick Moody
Why I'm standing
With your vote, I will protect Canterbury's special places and support a more sustainable regional economy – for you, your family, and your future.
About me
For over 20 years, I've worked to restore our rivers and keep our drinking water safe. I started as a DOC Ranger, and became a National Manager in their aquatic leadership team. I spent six years at ECan as a Pollution Prevention Officer, working directly with farmers and factories to stop pollution at its source, and significantly improved the health of the Heathcote River. I understand how ECan works and will hit the ground running.
My priorities
- Protect clean drinking water and swimmable rivers.
- Build a resilient, thriving economy and safeguard nature through diversifying our rural land use.
- Guide Canterbury through the central government reforms to safeguard our home and freshwater.
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