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South Wairarapa Mayor Alex Beijen is urging the community to immediately cease using water outside and to conserve water generally.
“On Monday evening, the pump on the township’s low-manganese bore faulted and is being urgently replaced. With no water being pumped the water reservoir reserves … View moreSouth Wairarapa Mayor Alex Beijen is urging the community to immediately cease using water outside and to conserve water generally.
“On Monday evening, the pump on the township’s low-manganese bore faulted and is being urgently replaced. With no water being pumped the water reservoir reserves are going down."
Mayor Beijen said he had been advised that installing the spare pump could be done within a day, but until the reservoir levels have recovered and we know the replacement pump is working well, we must conserve water.
“It’s essential that the community immediately responds to this pressing need to conserve water. If the township uses more water than we can supply from the low-manganese bore, we will have to use the other bores as well. That could mean the town’s drinking water becoming discoloured.
“Although safe to drink, the water could lose its clarity due to the reaction between manganese and chlorine – we want to avoid discoloured water if we can.
“We’re addressing infrastructure replacement as fast as possible, and this is unfortunate timing of an equipment failure,” said Mayor Beijen.
Information on how to conserve water will be shared throughout the community – you can find out more at www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...
“We will update the community when more information is available,” Mr Beijen said.
Engineers at Martinborough's water plant are scrambling to install a spare pump after the main suppl…
On this weekend in Greytown 14-15th Dec
Saturday noon-1pm Rotary Xmas Parade, Main Street, Greytown
Saturday from 4.30pm Carols at Cobblestones, Main Street Greytown
Sunday 9am-1pm Greytown Country Market, Stella Bull Park, Main Street, Greytown
Come and see all your neighbours, catch up with … View moreOn this weekend in Greytown 14-15th Dec
Saturday noon-1pm Rotary Xmas Parade, Main Street, Greytown
Saturday from 4.30pm Carols at Cobblestones, Main Street Greytown
Sunday 9am-1pm Greytown Country Market, Stella Bull Park, Main Street, Greytown
Come and see all your neighbours, catch up with friends, nab a great buy
Enjoy, Merry Xmas
Engineers at Martinborough's water plant are scrambling to install a spare pump after the main supply pump fails.
South Wairarapa Mayor Alex Beijen was urging the community to stop outside watering and to conserve water generally in the wake of the failure.
"On Monday evening, the pump on… View moreEngineers at Martinborough's water plant are scrambling to install a spare pump after the main supply pump fails.
South Wairarapa Mayor Alex Beijen was urging the community to stop outside watering and to conserve water generally in the wake of the failure.
"On Monday evening, the pump on the township's low-manganese bore faulted and is being urgently replaced. With no water being pumped the water reservoir reserves are going down," he said.
Installing the spare pump could be done within a day, but until the reservoir levels have recovered and we know the replacement pump is working well, we must conserve water, Beijen said.
"It's essential that the community immediately responds to this pressing need to conserve water. If the township uses more water than we can supply from the low-manganese bore, we will have to use the other bores as well. That could mean the town's drinking water becoming discoloured.
"Although safe to drink, the water could lose its clarity due to the reaction between manganese and chlorine – we want to avoid discoloured water if we can.
"We're addressing infrastructure replacement as fast as possible, and this is unfortunate timing of an equipment failure," he said..
Information on how to conserve water will be shared throughout the community – you can find out more at www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...
Rail repairs and safety improvements to be made in Waingawa over summer will result in faster commut…
Following the storm on Sunday 8 December we are assessing and collating all of the information and data we received.
This information is important as it helps us understand the impact events like this have on the network. You may see our crews out over the next few days investigating the impact … View moreFollowing the storm on Sunday 8 December we are assessing and collating all of the information and data we received.
This information is important as it helps us understand the impact events like this have on the network. You may see our crews out over the next few days investigating the impact and clearing stormwater drains.
If you experienced flooding within your property (inside your house) during Sunday’s event please contact samantha.mccluskey@wellingtonwater.co.nz with the details and any photos showing the flood water.
The Summer edition of Te Kaitiaki Wai, Wellington Water's official magazine, is now available!
This edition features articles on Wellington Water’s work towards a more sustainable water supply; a reflection on the climate catastrophe from Rob Blakemore, our Chief Advisor, Service Planning; … View moreThe Summer edition of Te Kaitiaki Wai, Wellington Water's official magazine, is now available!
This edition features articles on Wellington Water’s work towards a more sustainable water supply; a reflection on the climate catastrophe from Rob Blakemore, our Chief Advisor, Service Planning; and, in recognition of our new council-owner, South Wairarapa District Council, images and interviews from the region.
Happy reading!
Dolphins cornered by a pod of orca off the Wairarapa coast had to be helped off the rocks. Dick Ka…
Another year has nearly passed, and with every new one comes the chance to make new resolutions (or repeat your old ones). Whether it’s starting and sticking by a new fitness plan, saving to travel, or learning a new skill, do you have a New Year’s resolution? How good are you at sticking by … View moreAnother year has nearly passed, and with every new one comes the chance to make new resolutions (or repeat your old ones). Whether it’s starting and sticking by a new fitness plan, saving to travel, or learning a new skill, do you have a New Year’s resolution? How good are you at sticking by it? Vote in the poll below.
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The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North … View moreFor over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.
The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.
To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!
All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!
Entries close 19th December 2019.
We’re giving away more of our double passes to the SIX60 Saturdays tour! We’ve drawn another 10 members to go to the regional concerts in Whangarei, Hamilton, New Plymouth, Lower Hutt, and Dunedin.
To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View moreWe’re giving away more of our double passes to the SIX60 Saturdays tour! We’ve drawn another 10 members to go to the regional concerts in Whangarei, Hamilton, New Plymouth, Lower Hutt, and Dunedin.
To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here).
We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
Palmerston North based army gunner Andrew Rance died on a corner between Gladstone and Masterton earlier this year and his mates from 16th Field Regiment have installed a permanent memorial on the spot on the bend on Te Whiti Rd. Great to see the camaraderie among the unit and the esteem with which… View morePalmerston North based army gunner Andrew Rance died on a corner between Gladstone and Masterton earlier this year and his mates from 16th Field Regiment have installed a permanent memorial on the spot on the bend on Te Whiti Rd. Great to see the camaraderie among the unit and the esteem with which they held their friend.
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