Environment Canterbury

North Canterbury/Ōpukepuke Constituency
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 North Canterbury/Ōpukepuke  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.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Invest in cost-effective flood and stopbank upgrades that protect homes and farmland without relying on over-priced consultants.

    Prioritise practical land management including erosion control and native planting so communities are prepared for storms and droughts.

    Reconnect regional towns by strengthening rail freight and passenger options, cutting emissions while reducing pressure on our roads.

  • Invest in cost-effective flood and stopbank upgrades that protect homes and farmland without relying on over-priced consultants.

    Prioritise practical land management including erosion control and native planting so communities are prepared for storms and droughts.

    Reconnect regional towns by strengthening rail freight and passenger options, cutting emissions while reducing pressure on our roads.