New report identifies wastewater overflow and water leak hotspots

Monday 27 July 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 27 Jul, 6:02pm

In this story Christchurch City Council, Taumata Arowai, Grey District Council, Waitomo District Council, Buller District Council

A national assessment of New Zealand's water infrastructure reveals significant issues with ageing pipes and wastewater overflows. The Grey District Council recorded the highest annual water loss, while the Buller District Council saw the most wastewater overflows. The report highlights ongoing pressure on both drinking water and wastewater networks.

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First reported by Waikato Times, Mon 27 Jul, 2:14pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 4 hours

Waikato TimesMon 27 Jul, 2:14pm

New report reveals Waikato's wastewater overflow hotspots (opens in new tab)
The PressMon 27 Jul, 6:02pm

New report reveals councils under pressure with water leaks, wastewater overflows and non-compliance (opens in new tab)