A compliance roadmap helps drinking water suppliers understand their obligations under the Water Services Act 2021 and choose the most suitable compliance pathway for their supply. One option is to meet the requirements of the Drinking Water Quality Assurance (DWQA) Rules, supported by a Drinking Water Safety Plan (DWSP). DWQA Rules Pathway Method 1 involves […]
A compliance roadmap helps drinking water suppliers understand the options available under the Water Services Act 2021 and choose an approach that best fits the size, risk, and use of their supply. One option is to use an Acceptable Solution pathway, which is designed for smaller or lower-risk supplies, or where water is primarily used […]
We often hear the term “diffuse discharge” in regional plans and consent conditions, especially when talking about dairy farming and freshwater quality. But what does it actually mean in practice? A diffuse discharge is a loss of contaminants into the environment that doesn’t come from a single point such a pipe or outlet. Instead, it […]
Dry-off is a good time to reset, review, and get ahead of compliance before the next milking season starts. A quick check now can save a lot of stress later. Here is a simple checklist to run through: 1. Are your consents up to date? Regularly reviewing your consents helps ensure you remain compliant and […]
Post-harvest is the perfect time for orchard operators to step back and review compliance before the next growing season ramps up. Taking a structured approach to post-harvest orchard compliance can help avoid delays, reduce risk, and ensure everything is running smoothly for the season ahead. Here is a simple checklist to work through: 1. Are […]
Limited notification is a specific type of resource consent notification under the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA). It applies when a proposal is likely to have no more than minor adverse effects, but the council has identified certain individuals or groups who may be affected. Only these people are notified and given the chance to […]