Drinking water for New Zealand

The grading system for drinking water supplies explained.

Drinking-water in New Zealand

The Ministry of Health’s information on drinking water.

History of the sewerage network

Wellington’s sewerage network history.

History of wastewater treatment plant

Napier’s sewerage history.

History of water network

Wellington’s water network history.

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