Water, Wastewater and Stormwater

Wai, Waipara me te Wai Marangai

Water Supply

Read about the water supply in our district, including information on drinking water, charges for water, rural water supply schemes, understanding your water meter, water connections, water supply issues, water pipe responsibility and water conservation.

Taking Water

Use this online form to apply to take water from the Ōtorohanga Community Water Supply.

Stormwater and Flood Protection

Council provides stormwater and flood protection systems that are designed to limit surface flooding and allow for the disposal of storm water and ground water. Here's what you need to know.

Waste Water

Here you'll find details on the waste water system - how it's collected, treated and discharged, rules around discharge of waste, and charges for waste water and sewer connections.

Trade Waste

Here you'll find all the details on the types of materials that can be discharged into the public sewerage system in Ōtorohanga, and the associated charges, under the Trade Waste Bylaw.

Water Conservation

Our water supply isn't unlimited, so particularly in the summer months we all need to do our part to conserve water. Here are some tips for what you can do to save water, more about what the water restriction levels mean in Kāwhia, and what to do if you notice a water leak or someone wasting water in your street.

Water Connection Fees & Charges

See water connection fees and charges including the costs for capital contribution, connection and adminstration fees broken down by area.

Water Shutdown Request

If you need to make a water shutdown request, you can use this online form.

Connect to Rural Water Supply

If you need to connect to Council's rural water supply, use this online form.

Connect to Water Services

If you need to connect to Council's water supply for either Kāwhia township or Ōtorohanga township, use this online form.