There are “Local Water Done Well” consultations running at councils around the country with many closing in April.
These are mostly consultations for the creation of new Council Controlled Organisations which will manage local water services.
Links and Closing Dates for “Local Water Done Well” Consultations at City Councils
Tauranga City Council, closes 28 April 2025
Hamilton City Council, closes 27 April 2025
Greater Wellington, closes 22 April 2025
Upper Hutt City Council, closes 27 April 2025
Hutt City Council, closes 20 April 2025
Porirua City Council, closes April 20 April 2025
Wellington City Council, closes 21 April 2025
Christchurch City Council, closes 6 April 2025
Dunedin City Council , closes 30 April 2025
*Note this list is not exhaustive, check your local council website if it is not listed above.
Further reading on this issue:
OPINION: Serious Mismanagement and Lack of Accountability with Water Services
OPINION: Is Removing Water Services from Rates an Existential Threat to Councils?
