Water pollution in Canterbury, New Zealand has become a major environmental issue, largely due to pollution from agricultural sources. Most of the region's drinking water is sourced from groundwater v
Waimakariri River, the main contributor to the aquifers which feed the water supply for Christchurch.
A water pollution sign on the Waimakariri River in 2004.
Water in New Zealand
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Water is relatively abundant in New Zealand due to the temperate climate and maritime weather patterns. In recent years, water pollution and draw-down of aquifers have become important environmental i
Maruia Falls on the Maruia River in Tasman Region