Current Water Restrictions: There are currently sprinkler restrictions in Masterton; sprinklers are permitted on alternate days. Restrictions can change quickly depending on the flow of the Waingawa River, the source of Masterton’s drinking water. You can check our water page and on our Facebook page to find out what the current restriction levels are.
Henley Lake Toxic Algae Warning
- LOW
- MODERATE
- HIGH
For more information about what these levels mean please contact us on (06) 370 6300 and to find details on Toxic Algae risk in our rivers, please visit Greater Wellington Regional Council’s website

Homebush Waste Water Treatment Plant is currently NOT discharging to the river.
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