Moa Point sewage discharge

The public are advised to stay away from beaches along the south coast. Keep out of the water, do not walk dogs on the beach or collect kai moana (seafood) from the area. This is due to untreated wastewater being discharged into the water.

Please ensure you are following the guidance from Wellington Water and Wellington City Council.

Safe to swim information can be found at the LAWA (Land, Air, Water Aotearoa) website.

If you find sick or dying animals please follow the following Department of Conservation advice: Sick, injured or dead wildlife: Native animals.

Our environment team at Greater Wellington are investigating the discharges. Our number one priority is working with Wellington Water to stop and mitigate any environmental damage.

For all other environmental concerns and incidents please follow our reporting guidance here or call our incident hotline 0800 496 734.