A boil water notice has been issued for Ranfurly (effective from 6pm Wednesday, October 9) and is now in place for all residents and visitors in Ranfurly. 

People are asked to boil all water until further notice for:

• Drinking
• Food preparation
• Preparing baby formula
• Brushing teeth

To ensure safety, bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute, then let it cool naturally before use.

Drinking water tankers are available at:

• Maniototo Hospital
• Maniototo Area School (currently on route)

An update will be provided when water conditions improve.

Please share this post and notify neighbours or friends who may not be online.

For more information, including FAQs, visit: https://www.codc.govt.nz/services/water-services/bwns

The for Omakau and Ophir remains in place.

Conserve Water Notices remain in place for Patearoa and Naseby.

A boil water notice has also been issued – Omakau/Ophir

Important Reminder: The Boil Water Notice remains in effect for all residents of Omakau and Ophir.

The Council understands this is inconvenient, and truly appreciates the community's continued patience and cooperation.

Why the notice is still active: Although we are producing cleaner water, the river is still dirty, and the water hasn’t yet reached safe drinking levels.

The notice will be lifted as soon as it’s deemed safe.

Where to get clean drinking water:

• Omakau Domain
• Swindon Street, Ophir

Thanks to the public for their patience and understanding. Our communities’ health and safety remain our top priority.

The Conserve Water Notices for the following areas remain in place:

• Patearoa
• Naseby

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