New Zealand$34m reservoir relieves Auckland's drought - and mayor wants 50m litres more out of WaikatoThe mayor plans to meet to discuss Auckland's water restrictions next week.19 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Phil Goff unveils 25 million litre boost for Auckland’s water supplyAuckland Mayor Phil Goff unveils Watercare's new water plant in Pukekohe East capable of supplying 25 million litres a day. Video / Dean PurcellWatch18 Sep 11:37 PM
New ZealandWaiaroha fly-throughAn artist's impression of Waiaroha, Hastings water treatment and storage facility with cultural and educational elements, proposed for the corner of Southampton St East and Hastings St South. Video / Hastings District CouncilWatch17 Sep 11:25 PM
New ZealandWatercare boss says focus on salary contributed to resignation'It was a distraction for me but more importantly it was a distraction for Watercare.'14 Sep 11:57 PM
New Zealand'Fountain of sewage' erupts in Selwyn, CanterburyLocals say the area "stank" and toilet paper could be seen in the trees.14 Sep 04:17 AM
New ZealandWatercare allowed to take extra 100m litres from Waikato River a dayWhile dam levels have risen over the winter, they're still far behind the average.09 Sep 05:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCaught short: Watercare added no extra supply before drought crisisA 2013 report for Watercare said the city faced security of supply issues by 2020.04 Sep 05:00 PM
EnvironmentNRC and DoC looking into illegal concreting in Whangārei streamIllegal concreting of waterfall's edge in Poroti is affecting the safe passage of eels.30 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandRain filling Auckland's dams, but hose ban staysAuckland's water reservoirs have nudged up a bit, but water restrictions remain in place.29 Aug 03:37 AM
New ZealandNational's 'gone by lunchtime' comments on water 'stupid, 'reckless' – GovtNational say the rules would be 'gone by lunchtime' – but Govt Ministers hit back.26 Aug 03:21 AM
SailingAn unusual job for women - but duo determined to do itTwo British sailors are making their own boats in Whangārei and are doing a good job.25 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland smashes goal to lower daily water usageAuckland has been praised for its efforts to save water.23 Aug 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwo dairy farms want enough water for nearly half of AucklandGreenpeace says Aucklanders should be the first cab off the rank for Waikato water.20 Aug 06:07 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandResignation sparks blame game over water crisisThe Watercare board has been as active as an Easter Island statue, says one councillor.18 Aug 06:36 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Watercare boss had to go but there's still much to fixThe resignation of CEO Raveen Jaduram shouldn't mean the Watercare board is off the hook.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater crisis casualty: Why Raveen Jaduram quit $775,000 roleJaduram said it was time for a new chief executive to take Watercare forward.17 Aug 07:02 AM
New ZealandAuckland water crisis: Watercare boss Raveen Jaduram quitsIn July, the exec's $775,000 salary came under fire amid Auckland's water restrictions.17 Aug 12:56 AM
New ZealandMix-up: Neighbours pay each other's water bills for two yearsThe neighbours carried on paying similar water bills for two years.16 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPitch for $45 million essential Three Waters workforce in WellingtonDocuments reveal pitch for an accelerated apprenticeship scheme to retrain 100 people.10 Aug 05:00 PM
EnvironmentAuckland reservoirs reach 60 per cent capacityAuckland Council has said it would spend $224m for new water infrastructure.09 Aug 06:23 AM
KahuLocal Focus: Manawatū eels get special treatmentPalmerstonians encouraged to turn and face the river. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Aug 09:15 AM
New ZealandWater shortages, severe flooding - July's weather reportIt was a month of extremes for rain - or lack thereof.06 Aug 05:28 AM
New Zealand'Crazy': Judith Collins not sweet on Greens' water-only drinks policyJudith Collins takes aim at the Greens for their "crazy" water-only drinks policy.31 Jul 08:27 AM
EnvironmentLawyers round off arguments in water bottling appealLawyers have rounded off their arguments in the Rotorua High Court.30 Jul 09:09 PM
New ZealandAuckland Council adopts new emergency budget due to Covid 19 and water crisisAuckland Council has announced a new emergency budget for the region due to Covid-19.30 Jul 01:13 AM
EnvironmentWater bottling appeal: Focus turns to district councilDay three of the hearings at Rotorua High Court.29 Jul 08:43 PM
New ZealandLawyer for bottling giant heckled by galleryCries of 'greed' greet Creswell NZ counsel on day two of water hearing.28 Jul 08:40 PM
New ZealandClock ticking on Wellington water supply: 'We don't want to be Auckland'Upper Hutt mayor warns water metering not a silver bullet for the region's supply issue.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater appeal: Environment Court 'did not consider local effects', high court hearsOver 100 Ngati Awa whānau gathered in Rotorua yesterday27 Jul 09:56 PM
New ZealandDemand for water in Wellington could outstrip supply by 2026Region looking to water meters ahead of coming up with $250 million for new water source.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovt proposes biggest infrastructure project since 1980sThe Government is investigating options for a 'game-changing' scheme at Lake Onslow.26 Jul 01:51 AM
New ZealandLetters: Drought the excuse, not the reason for water shortageLetters on the water shortage, education and the Port of Auckland.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Watercare boss and his $775,000 salaryRaveen Jaduram earns 30 per cent more than the Auckland Council chief executive.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandACC paid mental health specialists to assess claimants - then hundreds lost coverThe specialists were used to assess people who already had an injury claim accepted.23 Jul 04:57 AM
