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Water

Here you can find information on water, wastewater and stormwater.

Wastewater
Stormwater
Water allocation
Water monitoring
Freshwater environment
Regional lakes
Rivers and streams
Wastewater
The ARC is responsible for managing the discharge of contaminants to land and water within the Auckland Region. Objectives: to ensure wastewater is discharged in a way that protects the environment and public health; and to monitor the quality and quantity of wastewater. Do I need a consent for Wastewater?
Water allocation
The ARC assesses how much water can be safely taken from streams, lakes and groundwater (including geothermal) sources.
Freshwater environment
The Auckland Region has an abundant and diverse freshwater environment. Find out how you can help to protect and enhance Auckland's freshwater environment.
Rivers and streams
The Auckland region contains over 10,000 kilometres of freshwater streams and rivers ranging from tiny forest streams to large urban waterways.
Stormwater
Auckland Regional Council stormwater resources. What is stormwater? Stormwater Action Plan, regional stormwater solutions, communications and educational resources.
Water monitoring
The Council monitors and ensures water use remains within individual consent allocations. Learn more about how.
Regional lakes
There are more than 30 lakes in the Auckland region. Find out more about how the ARC monitors water quality in our lakes.
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