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Partially treated wastewater from Wellington’s Moa Point plant is polluting south coast and Lower Hutt beaches, with warnings in effect until May 2026.
Water pollution warnings are in effect for all swimming areas in Wellington’s south coast and Lower Hutt due to partially treated wastewater discharges from the Moa Point plant, caused by an ongoing upgrade to its ultraviolet disinfection system.
The discharge, occurring about 1.8 to 2 km offshore near Lyall Bay, is expected to continue until May 2026, with increased risk during rainfall.
Authorities advise avoiding the water for at least 48 hours after rain and cautioning against recreation in affected coastal areas.
Additional discharges into the Waiwhetu Stream, though fully treated, contributed to odor and murky water.
Monitoring continues, and the public is urged to check real-time water safety data.
Las aguas residuales parcialmente tratadas de la planta Moa Point de Wellington están contaminando la costa sur y las playas de Lower Hutt, con advertencias en vigor hasta mayo de 2026.