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18 March 2026
Water meters soon to appear in Hamilton East
Within weeks, 200 Hamilton East households will receive water meters – and they're ready to roll out the welcome mat.
18 March 2026
Landmark decision paves the way for better water services at lower future cost
A landmark decision by Hamilton City Council has unanimously approved a formal transfer agreement of the city's water and wastewater assets to a dedicated waters organisation. The new organisation, IAWAI – Flowing Waters Ltd, will deliver significant savings for ratepayers.
4 March 2026
Local contractors given heads-up on waters work
Waikato contractors have been briefed on a proposed 10-year contract that will significantly change how local water infrastructure is maintained.
27 February 2026
New growth charges to buffer households from rising water costs
A new growth charging approach proposed by IAWAI would help protect existing households across Hamilton and the Waikato district from rising water costs as the region grows.
27 February 2026
No silver bullet – but a clear plan for Hamilton and Waikato's water challenges
IAWAI, the company responsible for water and wastewater services for Hamilton and Waikato is warning there is "no silver bullet" to resolve local water challenges.
27 February 2026
New water company takes on $200 million wastewater project
The new water services company for Hamilton and Waikato communities has hit the ground running - taking charge of one of the biggest water infrastructure projects ever seen in the region.
4 November 2025
Inaugural chief executive appointed to new Waikato water company
A seasoned public sector leader has been appointed to lead Hamilton and Waikato’s new water services company, marking a major milestone in the region’s water reform journey.
29 August 2025
Households wanted for Hamilton East water meter pilot
Volunteers are being sought to help test residential water meters in Hamilton East.
26 August 2025
Water meters pilot set to roll out
A pilot programme to help shape future decisions on residential water meters looks set to roll out in Hamilton later this year.
25 July 2025
Hamilton, Waikato joint water plan first to be approved
Hamilton City and Waikato District Councils are the first in the country to have a joint plan for the future of their communities' water services formally approved.
24 June 2025
Growth driving water investment
Growth and government requirements are driving a massive increase in water infrastructure investment across Hamilton city and the Waikato district.
24 June 2025
Name, directors in place for water company
Waikato's first publicly-owned water company has a name and its first ever Board of Directors.
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Last updated 12 March 2026