National Advisory: Tsunami activity

1:58pm TSUNAMI UPDATE
Following an 8.7 quake off Kamchatka, Russia at 11:25am on 30 July 2025, strong and unusual currents and surges may affect NZ coasts. First activity may reach Northland around 11:59pm tonight.
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Water supply

Fluoridation of water supply

Get updates on the status of fluoridation of the water supply in our District, including Ministry of Health information.

Apply for a water connection, meter or backflow preventer

Find out how to apply for a water connection, water meter or backflow preventer.

Dam levels and water supply

Find out about our water supply network, dam levels, and our licensed and registered contractors for water work.

Safe drinking water tips for people on private systems

Advice for people on private water supply systems such as stored rainwater and bores.

Water quality

Find out about drinking water quality in our District, flushing water taps and how to make a complaint about the quality and supply of drinking water.

Saving water

Learn about water use in your household. Use our tips to help save water and save money.

Whau Valley water treatment plant

The new plant with latest filtration systems will secure our long-term water supply. It treats water from the existing Whau Valley Dam and the Hātea River.

Water leaks

What to do if you notice a water leak, how to test for a leak and how to apply for one-off financial help for a large water bill due to a leak.

Water rates

Details about paying water rates, meter reading, billing schedule and calculating water rates.

Report water issues

Report issues with water leaks, no water or a drop in water pressure, fire hydrants, drinking fountains, water meters and enquire about installing a water meter or locating watermains.