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Water supply restriction levels

Water levels in streams, rivers and aquifers supplying Far North towns are at healthy levels thanks to rainfall having a positive impact across the district. All Far North towns are at Level 1 with no water restrictions and residents are encouraged to continue to use this valuable resource sensibly.

Kaikohe-Ngāwhā water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Kaitāia water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Kawakawa-Moerewa water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Kerikeri-Waipapa water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Paihia-Ōpua-Waitangi water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Ōkaihau water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Ōmanaia-Rāwene water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Ōpononi-Ōmāpere water restriction level
Level 1 - No water restrictions. Use water sensibly.

Additional information

Level #Water restrictionWater use
Level 1No water restrictionsUSE WATER SENSIBLY
Level 2Water restrictionsNO SPRINKLERS
Level 3Water restrictionsNO HOSES OR SPRINKLERS
Level 4Water restrictionsESSENTIAL USE ONLY

Residential restrictions

Commercial restrictions

Below are some easy water saving tips you can use right now to help conserve water.

  • Only wash clothes when you have a full load. A washing machine uses about 150 litres of water per wash
  • Use the dishwasher for full loads only. Each load uses 40 to 80 litres of water
  • Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth
  • Put the plug in the sink when washing vegetables and don’t leave the tap running
  • Put a half-full soft drink bottle in your toilet cistern to reduce the quantity of water you flush
  • Flush the toilet less often
  • Use less water in the bath. A bath can use up to 80 litres of water
  • Take shorter showers. A shower uses about 8 litres of water a minute
  • Keep a bottle of drinking water in the fridge to avoid running more water than you need for a glass of water.

Last updated: 30 Apr 2024 9:45am