Warnings and Alerts

A Victoria St wastewater pipe has burst resulting in wastewater being discharged to the Harbour via the Harris St Culvert which enters the Harbour around Whairepo Lagoon. Wellington Water crews have since repaired the main, and additional water sampling is being carried out.  WE ADVISE NO SWIMMING...

The bathing monitoring site at the eastern side of the beach has generally been suitable for swimming, however due to ongoing contamination in Owhiro stream, particularly within 48 hours of heavy rainfall, we advise against swimming/playing in the stream or the vicinity of Owhiro stream outlet.

Caution is advised in the area where the Mangaone Stream discharges freshwater across the beach due to ongoing contamination issues. A health warning sign has been erected in the vicinity of the stream mouth.  The coastal area on either side of the freshwater discharge is generally suitable for rec...