Wastewater overflow at Silverstream means the Hutt River, Petone, and Eastbourne beaches are off-limits until further notice

Wastewater overflow at Silverstream means the Hutt River, Petone, and Eastbourne beaches are off-limits until further notice

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A wastewater pipe has burst resulting in wastewater being discharged into the Hutt River, near Silverstream. Wellington Water have since resolved the issue. Water samples will be taken, and temporary signage will be placed in the area.

Due to the health risk, we strongly advise NO CONTACT with the water from Silverstream down (including the river mouth, Petone, and Eastbourne beaches) until further notice. This includes not allowing dogs into the water. If you do come into contact with the water, wash thoroughly immediately afterwards to avoid potential illness.

A ‘thank you” to Rosamond Connelly / Source: https://www.lawa.org.nz

06/08/25