Uncertainty looms over the future of the water supply in the Northland town of Kaeo - with the owner of the privately run scheme pulling the pin later this month. READ MORE:*Unsafe drinking water affects dozens of Far North residents*Kaeo water supply unsafe to drink for two years*Kaeo's water troubles continueWai Care spokesman Bryce Smith said rising costs, infrastructure and legislation requirements contributed to the decision to close the plant. BAYLEY MOOR/STUFF Kaeo hairdresser Tania Thomason said she has been told not to panic about the notice the town's water supply would be shut down later this month. In 2000, the council gave the town's water supply to a private company, before it was taken on by Wai Care. Kaeo hairdresser Tania Thomason who has lost income at times due to inconsistent water supply said her landlady had told her not to panic.

Source: Stuff November 07, 2018 01:07 UTC