Water Alert Level 1

Make sure you use water sensibly, while we’re not running out of water, we all need to play our part. 
 
To learn more about the city’s current alert level and water saving tips, visit smartwater.org.nz.   

About the water alert level system:   

The four water alert levels and their corresponding restrictions are a way to use water sustainably and ensure there is a consistent supply throughout summer.    

Water Alert Level 1   

Use sprinkler systems between 6am – 8am and 6pm – 8pm.   

Hand-held hosing can be used anytime.   

Water Alert Level 2   

Use sprinkler systems on alternate days between6am – 8am and 6pm – 8pm.   

Hand-held hosing can be used anytime.   

Water Alert Level 3   

No use of sprinklers.   

Hand-held hosing only.   

Water Alert Level 4  

No use of outside water systems.  

About Smart Water   

The Smart Water starts with you! sub-regional campaign aims to make long-term change to how we use water and is a partnership between Hamilton City Council and Waipā District Council. It aims to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of water from source to tap and support schools, organisations and the community to value water and use it in an efficient way.