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Stay informed with the latest developments, media releases, and community announcements from Coast Waters. We are committed to transparency in our journey to deliver sustainable water services to the West Coast.

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3 September 2025

West Coast Water Services Delivery Plan

Westland, Grey and Buller District Councils have committed to establishing a joint Water Services Council Controlled Organisation (WSCCO) to commence delivery by 2027.

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Flowing Water Stream
November 2025

Tick of approval for West Coast water plan

The Secretary for Local Government has signed off on the West Coast Water Services Delivery Plan, confirming sustainable delivery for the region.

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Water Splash Close-Up
February 2026

Work progresses on joint water organisation

The Buller, Grey and Westland District Councils expect to have a board in place to oversee the set-up of the new organisation by autumn.

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Lush Green Ferns
March 2026

Official Name Announced: Coast Waters Ltd

The three West Coast district councils have agreed on 'Coast Waters Ltd' as the name for the new joint Council Controlled Organisation.

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Girl Drinking Water
1 MAY 2026

Healthy interest in Coast Waters governance

Fifty people have applied from around New Zealand to be one of three directors for the new joint West Coast council-controlled organisation for Local Water Done Well - Coast Waters Ltd.

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26 June 2026

Coast Waters board members announced

The three directors for the new joint West Coast council-controlled organisation for Local Water Done Well - Coast Waters Ltd have been selected.

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24 July 2026

Coast Waters looks for Chief Executive

The search is underway for a Chief Executive for the new joint West Coast council-controlled organisation for Local Water Done Well - Coast Waters Ltd. 

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20 october 2026

New Coast Waters Chief Executive named

Establishment Programme Director Teresa Wooding has been appointed Chief Executive for the new joint West Coast council-controlled organisation Coast Waters Ltd.

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