Local Waters Done Well - Consultation on Water Services Delivery

CONSULTATION CLOSED:

What is Local Waters Done Well?

Central government has passed legislation which requires Councils to identify and consult on options for the future delivery of water services. It replaces the previous government’s Three Water proposals and gives councils flexibility to determine for themselves the most suitable arrangement for the delivery of water services (drinking water, wastewater and stormwater – the “three waters”) for their communities.

The consultation period was from 20 March and closed on 23rd April 2025. The options the Council consulted on are below. Hearings and Deliberations have been scheduled for Wednesday 7th May at 9.00am in the Council Chambers:

1) Providing water services through a jointly established water services council controlled organisation (WSCCO) owned by the Kaikōura District Council and Hurunui District Council as shareholders. (Preferred option).

2) Providing water services through a newly established water services council controlled organisation (WSCCO) for which Kaikōura District Council. (Alternative option).

3) Providing water services through a financially ring-fenced in-house delivery unit of Council. (Alternative option).

Read the full Statement of Proposal below for detailed information on Local Waters Done Well and the submission options.

THIS CONSULTATION HAS NOW CLOSED:

Thank you to all of you who took the time to learn more about Local Waters Done Well, for making a submission and having your say.

The consultation period was from 20th March and closed on 23rd April 2025.

Hearings and Deliberations were held on Wednesday 7th May at 9.00am in the Council Chambers.