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An Otago scheme aimed at keeping floodwaters at bay is under review with climate change looming as a potential challenge.

Owhiro Stream has two main tributaries, one of which drains Kowhai Park Gully, where for decades all manner of rubbish has been thrown into the landfill. Regional council general manager for environment management Alistair Cross said the landfill was under investigation for two key matters; unconsented earthworks, and non-compliant discharges causing discoloration of the streambed. “The investigation is continuing and no enforcement decisions have been made.” Monique Ford/Stuff T&T Landf...

STUFF A huge fountain erupted in Aro Valley sending torrents of water down Aro Street, as Wellingtons pipe networks woes continue. Wellington’s pipes are at breaking point. Cracks, leaks, and bursts are spilling sewage and water on to city streets and into the harbour. In the last week, a “very highly critical” wastewater pipe ruptured, spilling sewage across two central city streets, and a main burst, sending an enormous fountain 20 metres into the air and flooding Aro St. Last summe...