

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Improve rubbish and recycling services to reduce waste, increase recycling rates and keep Nelson clean and green.
Ensure drinking water, wastewater and sewer services stay safe, reliable and affordable to ease costs for Nelson families.
Support dog owners with better access to dog parks and waste bins, clear information and easier licensing to promote responsible pet care.
Ensure safe and reliable drinking water and wastewater services, investing in infrastructure that protects the community now and into the future.
Enhance rubbish and recycling services, making them easier to use and more effective at reducing waste.
Maintain clean, safe streets and public spaces by keeping service contracts affordable and focused on community needs.
Improve rubbish and recycling services to reduce waste, increase recycling rates and keep Nelson clean and green.
Ensure drinking water, wastewater and sewer services stay safe, reliable and affordable to ease costs for Nelson families.
Support dog owners with better access to dog parks and waste bins, clear information and easier licensing to promote responsible pet care.
Ensure safe and reliable drinking water and wastewater services, investing in infrastructure that protects the community now and into the future.
Enhance rubbish and recycling services, making them easier to use and more effective at reducing waste.
Maintain clean, safe streets and public spaces by keeping service contracts affordable and focused on community needs.
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