The Thames-Coromandel District Council says water restrictions have now been lifted in Pauanui.

The total hose and sprinkler ban which was in place in Hahei has also been eased, and though the use of sprinklers is still banned, locals are now able to use hand-held hoses on alternate days.

Water restrictions in Paunaui have now been lifted. Photo: File

This means odd-numbered addresses can use water on odd-numbered days, and even-numbered addresses on even-numbered days.

Council explains that water consumption in Hahei has dropped to 80 per cent of the consented limit and reservoirs are being maintained at satisfactory levels.

In Tairua, the sprinkler ban is still in force but locals are also able to use use hand-held hoses on alternate days.

'The main reservoir level [in Tairua] is steadily recovering and was 55 per cent full on Thursday morning,” says council.

In other communities on the Coromandel – a hose and sprinkler ban is in place in Matatoki, a sprinkler ban only is in force in Whangamata and Omahu, while locals in Matarangi are allowed to use hand-held hoses on alternate days.

There are currently no water restrictions in place for Thames, Puriri, Whitianga, Pauanui, Onemana and Coromandel Town.

WATER CONSERVATION TIPS:

• Take short showers, not baths
• Fix any leaks and dripping taps
• Use full loads to wash clothes/dishes
• Do not wash cars, boats or trucks
• Do not fill swimming pools
• Do not water the garden in the heat of the day
• Do not clean driveway/patio with hose

The Thames-Coromandel District Council's water restrictions are reviewed daily, but updates are only provided when there is a change in status. To keep up to date visit: www.tcdc.govt.nz

To report any water wastage and leaks contact the Customer Services team on 07-868-0200.