Construction of a new water intake for the Lower Waihao Rural Water Scheme began earlier this month. PHOTOS: SUPPLIEDWork has finally begun on a new water intake for Glenavy and the rest of the Lower Waihao Rural Water Scheme. Construction of the new water intake structure is happening concurrently with the installation of a new 4.3km raw water main between Bells Pond and the existing Ferry Rd bore site. The past few years have been distressing for the Lower Waihao consumers, we are glad that a solution is on the horizon. ‘‘The commencement of the project is a credit to the council assets and 3 Waters team.’’The pipeline is expected to take three months to complete, but he did not give a timeline for the construction of the new water intake.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 28, 2026 15:41 UTC