A water metered property is read and charged every six months. Every cubic metre of water flowing through your meter is charged for.
There are two parts to the connected water supply charges:
- A fixed targeted rate of $403.58 for 2023/24
- A fee per cubic metre used, those with water meters is $2.27 per cubic metre of water for 2023/24 rating year.
This covers the treatment, distribution, and management of water supply to ensure that when water reaches consumers, it is free from harmful organisms and meets water supply standards.
For more information about water related charges view our full Fees and Charges Schedule.
Is your water usage normal?
Compare your households daily water consumption with the table below.
Household size | Lower Use | | Upper use |
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| 178 | | 534 |
| 310 | | 658 |
| 411 | | 767 |
| 493 | | 849 |
| 548 | | 905 |
| 603 | | 959 |
1000 litres = 1 cubic meter (m3)
* These figures are based on responsible household water use. The lower figures are based on indoor water use only. The higher figures are based on indoor use, plus a standard sized garden and lawn which are efficiently watered.
If your invoice is higher than usual, you may have a water leak. Find out how to check for leaks here.
Metered Water Due Dates
Covering the financial period 1 July 2023 - 30 June 2024.
Area | Reading Date 1 | Payment Due Date 1 | Reading Date 2 | Payment Due Date 2 |
Ngaaruawaahia | July 2023 | 6 September 2023 | January 2024 | 6 March 2024 |
Taupiri | July 2023 | 6 September 2023 | January 2024 | 6 March 2024 |
Horotiu | July 2023 | 6 September 2023 | January 2024 | 6 March 2024 |
Huntly | August 2023 | 4 October 2023 | February 2024 | 3 April 2024 |
North Waikato | September 2023 | 1 November 2023 | March 2024 | 1 May 2024 |
Pookeno | September 2023 | 1 November 2023 | March 2024 | 1 May 2024 |
Port Waikato | October 2023 | 6 December 2023 | April 2024 | 5 June 2024 |
Onewhero | October 2023 | 6 December 2023 | April 2024 | 5 June 2024 |
Tuakau | October 2023 | 6 December 2023 | April 2024 | 5 June 2024 |
Southern Districts | November 2023 | 4 January 2024 | May 2024 | 3 July 2024 |
Western Districts | November 2023 | 4 January 2024 | May 2024 | 3 July 2024 |
Raglan | December 2023 | 7 February 2024 | June 2024 | 7 August 2024 |
Te Aakau | December 2023 | 7 February 2024 | June 2024 | 7 August 2024 |
The property owner is responsible for water rates payment. A penalty of 10 per cent may be added to any unpaid balance.
View a full list of payment options.
Making it easier
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Water rates can be paid by weekly, fortnightly, monthly or quarterly direct debit. For a direct debit you can complete the online form or give us a call.
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