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Waiouru Do Not Drink Notice Shows Water Safety Reforms Are Working

Friday, 12 June 2026, 12:46 pm | Water New Zealand

Water New Zealand technical lead – drinking water quality, Dr Belinda Cridge says that while the Waiouru drinking water notice has a significant impact on the community, it also indicates that drinking water regulations are working effectively. More >>

Cost Of Stopping Report: Delaying Infrastructure Comes With A Hefty Price Tag

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 3:07 pm | Water New Zealand

The report is accompanied by a new interactive “Cost of Stopping” tool to help decision-makers assess the full impacts of pausing or cancelling projects, maintenance and renewals. More >>

700 Delegates Gather In Auckland To Face Our Growing Flood Challenge

Monday, 11 May 2026, 8:15 am | Water New Zealand

Aotearoa New Zealand is already experiencing the impacts of more intense rainfall and increasingly frequent flooding events linked to climate change. More >>

Stormwater Conference To Tackle Growing Flood Risks And Climate Challenges

Monday, 4 May 2026, 2:19 pm | Water New Zealand

The annual conference brings together stormwater engineers, planners, iwi representatives and policymakers to share knowledge, explore innovation and develop practical solutions to improve community resilience to stormwater. More >>

New Lead-Free Standards - A Step Forward But Risks Remain

Friday, 1 May 2026, 11:46 am | Water New Zealand

Chief executive Gillian Blythe says there will still be a lot of homes with existing unsafe levels of lead in plumbing and there’s a risk that some products with lead could continue to make their way onto the New Zealand market. More >>

Moa Point Crown Review Crucial For Preventing Future Infrastructure Failures

Thursday, 12 March 2026, 12:29 pm | Water New Zealand

Chief executive, Gillian Blythe says it’s vital to examine what went wrong and to learn from the event. More >>

Infrastructure Plan Highlights Need For Volumetric Water Charging

Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 6:10 pm | Water New Zealand

We are playing catch-up as a result of years of under investment and it is inevitable that the cost of water services will increase. More >>

Water Sector Sets New National Research Priorities

Tuesday, 13 January 2026, 11:41 am | Water New Zealand

The roadmap identifies how water research can deliver the greatest environmental, economic and social benefit. More >>

Don’t Let Unsafe Drinking Water Spoil The Holiday Season

Monday, 22 December 2025, 8:16 am | Water New Zealand

Chief executive Gillian Blythe says many small and rural communities, including some council-supplied water schemes, don’t have the same level of safety and treatment as large urban systems. More >>

Flush Taps - No Safe Limit For Lead Exposure, Especially For Children

Wednesday, 22 October 2025, 3:25 pm | Water New Zealand

Water New Zealand’s technical lead for drinking water quality, Dr Belinda Cridge, says children face the greatest risks. More >>

Local Water Done Well Symposium Kicks Off International Conference

Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:09 pm | Water New Zealand

The conference has attracted almost 2000 delegates, presenters and exhibitors from around 50 countries. It covers 200 technical presentations across thirteen separate streams. More >>

Report Reveals Water Unsafe To Drink At Many Schools

Monday, 30 June 2025, 4:48 pm | Water New Zealand

Chief executive Gillian Blythe says the Ministry of Education has recognised the need to upskill principals and school boards and has taken steps to ensure training is available. More >>

Experts Gather To Discuss Emerging Threats To Aotearoa New Zealand Drinking Water

Friday, 21 February 2025, 10:40 am | Water New Zealand

The forum, hosted by Water New Zealand and the Water Services Authority Taumata Arowai, aims to bring together many of the country’s leading water scientists and to foster collaboration by bridging the gap between research and water suppliers. More >>

Biggest Water Conference In Aotearoa New Zealand Gets Underway Next Week

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:37 pm | Water New Zealand

The Water New Zealand Conference and Expo is expected to attract more than 1000 delegates and exhibitors along with more than 100 keynote, thought leadership, technical presentations and workshops running across seven parallel streams. More >>

Flush Your Taps Each Morning To Reduce Metal Contamination Risk

Friday, 9 August 2024, 10:28 am | Water New Zealand

Flushing a cup of water from your taps each morning can help remove some of the metals, such as lead, that can accumulate in water overnight. More >>

Government's New Water Plan Provides Opportunity For Councils To Tackle Infrastructure Deficit

Thursday, 8 August 2024, 2:58 pm | Water New Zealand

Chief executive, Gillian Blythe says the Government’s new plan expands the range of water services delivery models available to councils. More >>

Volumetric Water Charging Provides Long Term Benefits For Customers And Suppliers

Friday, 2 August 2024, 12:59 pm | Water New Zealand

Water New Zealand chief executive Gillian Blythe says the Te Waihanga New Zealand Infrastructure Commission report has confirmed that charging households for the water they use reduces water consumption and defers the need for costly new infrastructure ... More >>