Have your say on proposed updates to the Drinking Water Quality Assurance Rules

We’re consulting on proposed changes to the Drinking Water Quality Assurance Rules to make compliance clearer and easier to follow for large supplies (those serving 501 or more people), while maintaining strong public health protections. Find out more and have your say on our consultation site. https://korero.taumataarowai.govt.nz/regulatory/rules-review-large-supplies/

New national wastewater standards announced

New national wastewater standards come into effect on 19 December. For further details, visit: Wastewater standards

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If you are a drinking water supplier in an emergency

If there is an immediate risk of serious illness or death arising from your drinking water supply and the situation can’t be immediately controlled, or you need to discuss an urgent matter outside of office hours (Monday to Friday 8am–5pm), contact the Water Services Authority - Taumata Arowai by calling 04 889 8350.

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Last updated: 16 September 2025