Untreated, unscreened wastewater has been discharged into Tarakena Bay. Check LAWA.org.nz before visiting beaches.
Untreated, unscreened wastewater has been discharged into Tarakena Bay. Check LAWA.org.nz before visiting beaches.

Between approximately 9 am on 26 June and 7 am on 26 June, the short outfall pipe discharged untreated wastewater into Tarakena Bay.

Signs are in place along the coastline to alert water users of areas which may be impacted by this event. Water quality samples will be collected from coastal locations once improved weather conditions allow. 

Check LAWA.org.nz before visiting beaches along the south coast. 

Public health information can be found on Health NZ's website

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Published 21/12/2019

Wellington Water office closed 24 December - 3 January

From midday Tuesday 24 December, the Wellington Water office will be closed.

Crews are still operating during this period. Please contact your local council if you're experiencing any water issues.

Our social media will also be inactive until 3 January.

Meri Kirihimete from our whānau to yours.

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