Onslow Street Road Closure
From Monday 6 – Sunday 12 January 2025, Council is going to be replacing and reinstalling the speed hump in front of Kawerau South School. While the work is happening Onslow Street will be closed and a detour will be in place, along Ballance Street. Council is excepting the road to reopen Monday 13 January at 9am.
Thank you for your patience while this work is being done.
Drinking water taps in the New World carpark are out of action temporarily.
The River Road drinking water taps at the Pumphouse are available.
As the temperature is increasing so is our water usage! Please be mindful of how much water you use and how you can cut down on water usage this summer. Kawerau is now in a level two water restriction, please conserve water.
Ways we can all reduce our water usage:
• Use only use handheld hoses for watering lawns and gardens
• Reduce the use of sprinklers, and only use for short periods in the cooler morning or evening
• Checking your tank, taps, hoses etc. for leaks and drips
• Reserving toilet flushing where possible
• Reducing shower time/frequency
• Turning off the tap when brushing your teeth and shaving
• Limiting use of appliances such as dishwasher, washing machine
• Not using town supply for stock
• Limiting washing of boats and vehicles
If the issue you have is regarding repair or fixing something owned by Council (walkways, footpaths, roads, trees, water issues, dogs and noise issues) please contact Council to request a repair via:
