Water

Information relating to drinking water, stormwater and wastewater in the Manawatu.

  • Drinking Water

    Manawatu District Council manages and maintains the water network that supplies water to homes and businesses in most parts of the District.
  • New Service Connections

    Need a new water, stormwater or wastewater connection?
  • Stormwater

    Stormwater is rainwater that falls onto land and buildings, runs into gutters and downpipes, soaks into the ground or runs off hard surfaces into waterways.
  • Wastewater

    Wastewater is drained from showers, sinks, washing machines, baths, toilets, and industrial premises. It’s comprised of 99.9% water and contains less than 0.1% other materials.