Twenty-three properties near Christchurch prison cannot use bore water

Wednesday 25 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 26 Jun 2025, 7:22am

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Corrections has confirmed that 23 properties near Christchurch Men's Prison are unable to drink from private bores. This follows a leak of approximately 14,000 litres of diesel into the ground last month, which occurred after a fuel tank hatch was left open.

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1. RNZWed 25 Jun 2025, 5:53pm

   Christchurch Prison fuel leak: 23 properties unable to use bore water (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesWed 25 Jun 2025, 6:57pm

   Prison fuel leak leaves surrounding properties unable to drink water (opens in new tab)

3. The Press via RNZThu 26 Jun 2025, 7:22am

   Christchurch Prison fuel leak leaves 23 properties unable to use bore water (opens in new tab)