Vista Paku in Pāuanui is under traffic management while a sinkhole, or tomo, has opened in the vicinity of 97 Vista Paku because of a suspected stormwater leak.
Published on 13 January 2025
All properties connected to the private water supply from the Tahunatorea Stream are being advised to switch off their water intake due to the potential introduction of saltwater and firefighting retardant into the water source.
This follows information from Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) about ongoing firefighting efforts in the area.
Water testing is currently underway to determine if contaminants are present.
Freshwater tankers have been dispatched to provide an alternative water supply to affected properties. Although this is not a Council-operated water supply, these are being provided as a precautionary measure to protect our community health while testing is undertaken.