Current restrictions - reticulated

View the water scheme usage report for Council supplies.

When conditions are dry and there is a risk of low river flows and/or seawater intrusion into aquifers, we consider restrictions for water use through a forum called the Dry Weather Task Force (DWTF). The task force is made up of water user representatives and council staff.

• Water rationing and restrictions can be placed on both domestic users and water used as part of a resource consent.
• Different restrictions may apply to different areas and users, depending on the situation.

Emergency restrictions

During an emergency, we may restrict or prohibit the use of water for any specified purpose, for any specified period, and for any or all users.

We let people know by public notice, Newsline, on our website, social media and other channels.

The Council may enact penalties over and above those contained in the Water Supply Bylaw conditions to enforce these restrictions. 

Public Water Supply Bylaw

Tasman District Council Public Water Supply Bylaw 2016 - Amended 2019 (pdf, 1021 KB)

Further information

For further information about your water management zone or rationing stages, please contact the Council Compliance Team

The Dry Weather Task Force comprises elected councillors, Council staff, members of the various water user groups in Tasman, Fish and Game Nelson Marlborough Region, Nelson City Council staff, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and Rural Fire representatives.

The Dry Weather Task Force was formed many years ago to manage water during dry periods in an informed and collaborative manner. The Task Force normally meets on Tuesdays of each week where a regional water resource update, water use/compliance and forecast of both climate and water demand is discussed. Recommendations are made to the Task Force and agreed decisions are then notified via a press release.  Water permit holders who have restrictions placed on them may also be notified directly, depending on the requirements of the restrictions imposed.

The Dry Weather Task Force is made up of primarily Waimea water users due to the susceptibility of this area to water restrictions. Other user groups are involved when it is relevant.

The Convenor for the Dry Weather Task Force is the Environment and Planning Manager of Tasman District Council. Key Council staff involved with the Dry Weather Task Force are:

• Convenor:  Dennis Bush-King - Environment and Planning Manager, Tasman District Council
• Water Resources:  Joseph Thomas - Resource Scientist/Water, Tasman District Council
• Water Metering:  Jim Trembath - Compliance Officer, Tasman District Council

Committee members

Dry Weather Task Force news releases

Any current news releases from the Dry Weather Task Force can be viewed from the link below.

Latest news from Tasman District Council

Related links

• Groundwater Levels information
• Rainfall information
• River Flow information

Read more about the different phases of water restrictions for properties on council supplies (pdf, 447 KB) (reticulated systems) and what it means for your home, business or public institutions/organisations.