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Like the rest of the Wellington region, Porirua’s water supply is vulnerable to seismic activity and needs to improve its water supply resilience.
This is the message from Porirua City Council and Wellington Water who are encouraging residents to be prepared for an emergency and embarking on … View moreLike the rest of the Wellington region, Porirua’s water supply is vulnerable to seismic activity and needs to improve its water supply resilience.
This is the message from Porirua City Council and Wellington Water who are encouraging residents to be prepared for an emergency and embarking on plans to improve Porirua’s water supply infrastructure.
Porirua has no water sources of its own and is supplied with water from the Hutt Valley by a single pipeline. In addition, the Ohariu Fault runs through the middle of Porirua, separating residents on the west side from the rest of the city. This makes Porirua particularly vulnerable to extended water supply outages.
“Improving Porirua's water resilience starts at home” says Laurence Edwards, Wellington Water’s Acting Chief Advisor, Potable Water.
“We are encouraging everybody to make sure they have 20 litres of stored water, per person, per day for at least seven days.”
Residents can purchase 200 Litre tanks directly from Porirua City Council.
Planning is also underway to improve Porirua’s water supply infrastructure.
“We have identified that two new reservoirs are needed in Porirua - one on each side of the Ohariu fault line.”
The reservoirs will improve the city’s resilience to an earthquake, reduce disruption on a day-to-day basis and provide for future population growth.
On the east side of the Ohariu faultline, a new reservoir (11.3 million litre capacity) is proposed at Aotea next to the two existing water reservoirs. This reservoir would service the wider Kenepuru, CBD and Ranui Heights, Porirua East and Cannons Creek areas.
On the west side a smaller reservoir (approximately 3-5 million litre capacity) is proposed in the general Takapūwāhia area. This reservoir would service the wider Titahi Bay area.
“Originally, we were looking at one site for a single reservoir. However, it makes more sense to have two reservoirs – one on either side of the fault line - to lessen the risk that parts of the city are left without water supply for long periods after a disaster situation” says Laurence Edwards.
Wellington Water is currently talking with some of the directly affected stakeholders and will be engaging further with the community in early 2018.
The proposed Aotea site is likely to progress first and our engagement will be focused with the Aotea community in early 2018. This will include face to face meetings and open days where there will be opportunity to see details of the proposed Aotea reservoir and provide feedback.
Join our graphic artists Sarah Maxey and Benjamin James on a journey into the world of linocut. Learn about the history and different processes of printmaking and then venture into a workshop to cut and print your own linocut print. Proudly supported by Vincents Art Workshop. No experience … View moreJoin our graphic artists Sarah Maxey and Benjamin James on a journey into the world of linocut. Learn about the history and different processes of printmaking and then venture into a workshop to cut and print your own linocut print. Proudly supported by Vincents Art Workshop. No experience necessary.
When: Sunday 25th February, 10am
Where: Nairn Street Cottage
Costs $20 - bookings essential.
With Te Papa turning 20 this month, here we have a photo of some of the steel workers who helped put it together.
Can you name any of them for us?
Far left in the second row is Bernard "Bear" Whaanga.
Get ready Porirua, because we've just hidden five #loveeverydrop rocks around your city!
If you find one of the rocks and bring it in to Wellington Water's office you'll receive a prize. We'll also be at Creek Fest next weekend, so you can bring it to us there.
Keep your … View moreGet ready Porirua, because we've just hidden five #loveeverydrop rocks around your city!
If you find one of the rocks and bring it in to Wellington Water's office you'll receive a prize. We'll also be at Creek Fest next weekend, so you can bring it to us there.
Keep your eyes peeled when you're walking the dog, going for a bike ride, taking your kids to the playground or home from school, because they are scattered all around.
From Titahi Bay --> Whitereia Park --> Elsdon --> Papakowhai --> and Pauatahanui... the hunt is on.
When Lara Comeskey, 10, rolls over the start line at Karapoti Park on February 17 she will set out t…
Got a great product or service? A decent sales track record? And a satisfied base of happy customers? Then it's time to turn your small business into a big one. Check out our six simple and insightful tips on how to do just that - and increase your revenue without overstretching your assets.
Aotea residents in Porirua are concerned suspicious poisoning could be what killed Louie the cat. H…
Are you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of … View moreAre you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of spot prizes on the day, along with FREE transport to and from the event.
Registrations close at midnight on Thursday 15 February – enter online today!
One of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not… View moreOne of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not to be missed.
When: Thursday 15th February, 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm)
Where: Wellington Museum
Entry by Koha - Cash bar available - ID Required
From Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
… View moreFrom Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
Thanks to the response from the community, and in spite of a record hot January, the region’s storage lakes are now in good shape to last for the remainder of summer.
This means restrictions can now be eased to allow for the limited use of garden sprinklers and irrigation systems.
This is a good position to be in, but it’s important that people keep being responsible with water usage.
Sprinklers are actually a relatively wasteful way to water plants, and their use is limited by the garden watering restrictions still in place.
These allow the use of a single sprinkler or irrigation system, between the hours of 6-8 am and 7-9pm only on alternate days according to your house number.
Sprinkler use permitted at:
- odd-numbered houses on odd dates (1st, 3rd, 15th etc)
- even-numbered houses on even dates (2nd, 4th, 18th etc)
only between the hours of 6-8am and 7-9pm.
This restriction level will remain in place until further notice, or the end of Daylight Savings (1 April 2018) – except in Upper Hutt, where this restriction remains in place all year round.
We’d also like to remind people that the easing of restrictions is a good time to check and refill any emergency water storage containers, or to install an emergency tank if you don’t have one yet.
Tips for good watering practice:
- Use a trigger or wand to ensure water goes only where it’s needed
- Concentrate watering on the roots of plants not the leaves
- Use mulch to keep moisture in and weeds out
Dr. Elizabeth Sneyd (QSM) and Craig Utting (M.Mus., LTCL, QSM) offer lessons for students of all ages on Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Theory and Composition at the Music Learning Centre in Redwood, Tawa.
Contact us on 027-630-7435 or email: info@musiclearning.co.nz.
Start anytime – contact … View moreDr. Elizabeth Sneyd (QSM) and Craig Utting (M.Mus., LTCL, QSM) offer lessons for students of all ages on Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Theory and Composition at the Music Learning Centre in Redwood, Tawa.
Contact us on 027-630-7435 or email: info@musiclearning.co.nz.
Start anytime – contact us for an appointment to come and meet us!
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