Conserve Water Notice - Patearoa

Issued 18 Jan 2026, 6:42 pm

Due to Heavy Rainfall in the Sowburn catchment over the weekend, as well as forecast weather to come, a Conserve Water Notice is now in effect for Patearoa.

The rainfall has affected our water sources, making it difficult to produce clean water.

This means that we are currently relying on stored water supplies to ensure households receive clean water.

To help manage these resources, please reduce your water usage. By conserving water we can extend the stored water supplies.

For more information, including FAQs and tips on saving water, visit the CODC Water Conservation page Water Conservation - Central Otago District Council