Water supply : Christchurch City Council

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Christchurch residents enjoy some of the best drinking water in the world.

Christchurch drinking water is mainly drawn from aquifers deep underground. The Council has a network of wells, reservoirs, pipes and pump stations. It does regular testing and maintenance in line with the Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand(external link).

Report a water problem

Backflow prevention

Information about backflow prevention to stop accidental contamination of our water supply.

Contractor record of installation

Building near the water and wastewater network

If you are building a house or garage it's worth checking your plans don't involve building over a Council water supply.

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