Local Water Done Well

Have your say on the future delivery of water services in Stratford

We’re consulting on the best option for delivering water and wastewater services in a way that will meet the needs of our community and the Government’s new rules and regulations under the Local Water Done Well reforms.

Feedback closes on Friday 30 May 2025.

Download the Consultation Document here, or read all the details on this page below.

Our proposal for water services delivery

This proposal is about deciding on the best option for delivering water services in a way that will meet the needs of the community and the Government’s new financial sustainability and water regulatory requirements.

We are proposing that the best way to deliver safe, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services for the Stratford District over the next 30-plus years is through a council-controlled organisation that is jointly owned by the Stratford, South Taranaki and New Plymouth district councils.

The alternative option is to keep the delivery of water services within Stratford District Council, modified to meet new requirements (SDC in-house business unit)

Notes on the proposal:

1. The proposal affects consumers who are provided drinking water and wastewater services by their council. It does not directly affect those who self-supply both those services.
2. Stormwater services will remain with the individual councils. A council may choose to contract out some or all of their stormwater related services, including to a future jointly owned water services organisation.

How to have your say

The easiest way to share your view is via the online submission form below.

Alternatively you can:

• Email submissions@stratford.govt.nz
• Pick up a hardcopy submission form at one of our facilities:
  • Service Centre at 63 Miranda Street
  • Stratford Library and Visitor Information Centre
  • Wai o Rua - Stratford Aquatic Centre
• Post your submission to PO Box 320 Stratford 4352