Garden waste dumped in manholes blocks Gisborne sewer pipes

Tuesday 7 January 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Tue 7 Jan 2025, 11:37am

In this story Gisborne District Council

The Gisborne District Council is clearing sewer pipes in Mangapapa after garden waste dumped into manholes caused blockages. An emergency sewer valve was opened into the Taruheru River, and authorities have warned residents to avoid swimming or gathering shellfish in local rivers and beaches.

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1. RNZTue 7 Jan 2025, 5:13am

   Garden waste dumped in manholes blocks sewer pipes prompting warning (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 7 Jan 2025, 7:45am

   Garden waste clogs Gisborne sewers, emergency valve opened (opens in new tab)

3. 1News via RNZTue 7 Jan 2025, 8:34am

   Garden waste dumped in manholes blocks sewer pipes (opens in new tab)

4. StuffTue 7 Jan 2025, 11:37am

   Gisborne beaches, rivers a health risk after garden waste dumped in manhole (opens in new tab)