News
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Coastal areas driest on record
NewsCoastal areas are the driest since Environment Southland’s records began, as the dry, warm weather continues across the region.
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Mana whenua representatives appointed
NewsEnvironment Southland, in partnership with Te Ao Marama, is strengthening its relationship with Ngai Tahu ki Murihiku
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Water levels low across Southland
NewsParts of Southland are beginning to suffer from the extended dry, warm weather.
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Council support for winter grazing improvements
NewsES staff will be out and about in the region identifying potential winter grazing risks this month to help farmers prepare for the upcoming season.
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Environment Southland chief executive retires
NewsRob Phillips is retiring after two terms as chief executive.
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Chairman Nicol Horrell responds to DairyNZ
NewsChairman Nicol Horrell responds to DairyNZ
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Environment Southland office closure
NewsAs a precautionary measure, Environment Southland closed its office today.
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Eastern Southland stop bank improvements underway
NewsWork to strengthen, raise and reshape the stop bank at Boundary Creek, north of Mataura, is expected to be complete by the end of February.
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Toxic algae possibly widespread in Southland rivers
NewsEnvironment Southland’s latest monitoring has found high levels of toxic algae at the Aparima River at Otautau.
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Chairman Horrell responds to Federated Farmers statement
NewsLet’s be quite clear, Environment Southland has not put out any new information over the holiday period, nor have we announced any draft limits or targets.
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Boaties well behaved in Southland this summer
NewsThe majority of Southland boaties demonstrated good safety practices and an understanding of the rules over the holiday period.
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Environmental compliance remains high
NewsDairy industry environmental compliance remained high during the 2020-21 monitoring year, which was again, affected by Covid-19 restrictions.
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Toxic algae found at the Waiau River
NewsEnvironment Southland’s latest monitoring has found elevated levels of toxic algae at the Waiau River near Excelsior Creek, downstream of the weir.
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2020/21 Annual Report adopted
NewsCouncillors formally adopted the 2020/21 Annual Report and Annual Report Summary at a full Council meeting on Wednesday 24 November.
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Invercargill Bluff trail open for all to enjoy
NewsThe trail is a new addition to Southland’s recreational trail network and is part of the 3000km Te Araroa Trail that stretches the length of the country between Cape Reinga and Bluff.
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Southland shows resilience during challenging year
NewsThe 2020/21 year continued to be challenging for Environment Southland, impacting the Council’s finances and work programmes.
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Plan ahead for winter 2022
NewsFarmers are being encouraged to get ahead of the game when it comes to cultivation and strategic grazing planning for 2022, to build on the positive signs from this winter grazing season.
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About the regional forum – who's on it and what's it for?
NewsThe Regional Forum is a community-based group that will advise Environment Southland’s council and Te Ao Marama board members on how we can achieve the communities’ aspirations for freshwater.
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More funding available to protect Southland’s native biodiversity
NewsEnvironment Southland is now offering up to $300,000 per year for projects that help protect and enhance the region’s remaining native ecosystems.
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Community Awards' winners announced
NewsEnvironmental champions were recognised on Friday night.
