Toxic algal bloom killing birds in North Canterbury
A spate of birds dying at the Kaiapoi Lakes is more than likely due to an algal bloom caused by increased housing nearby, experts believe.
Environment Canterbury principal scientist Adrian Meredith said the lakes were currently subject to a warning for phytoplankton cyanobacteria bloom, which can kill animals and is harmful to young children.
While it was unclear whether toxicity from the bloom or associated bacterial infection (avian botulism) was directly responsible for killing the ducks, it would not be unexpected, he said.
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
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19.7% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.7% Nah - not for me
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Poll: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
The Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.
We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
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43.6% Yes
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56.4% No
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