Every summer, Ākitio has a scheduled water restriction put in place to aid conserving water as increased numbers of summer visitors place additional demand on the Ākitio water supply.

Ākitio has now moved to a Total Outdoor Ban from 1 December 2024. That means no sprinklers, soak hoses, irrigation systems, no hosing of gardens, no water blasting and no washing of vehicles, buildings or boats. Do these tasks before 1 December if needed.

This restriction will be reviewed periodically and relaxed at the earliest opportunity in the autumn. For further water restriction information please head to our water restriction page

www.tararuadc.govt.nz/services/water-and-wastewater/cur­rent-water-restrictions