Amberley and District Wastewater Treatment Plant, Amberley Beach, New Zealand

The Amberley and District wastewater treatment plant is located at 89 Newcombes Road in Amberley Beach, within the Hurunui District of New Zealand's South Island. It serves a small population of 547 residents, reflecting the rural and coastal character of the area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. As a small-scale facility in New Zealand, it operates under the country's national wastewater regulations, which require appropriate treatment to protect receiving environments. The plant discharges a reported volume of 119.41 units of treated wastewater. The treated effluent is released into the local environment near the coast, ultimately draining into the Pacific Ocean. The plant's proximity to the coast means its discharge can influence nearshore water quality and marine ecosystems. Proper treatment is essential to safeguard the coastal waters that support local biodiversity and recreational activities.

The plant discharges treated wastewater into the coastal waters of the Pacific Ocean near Amberley Beach. This area supports diverse marine life and is part of a broader coastal ecosystem that includes estuaries and rocky shores. The discharge must be managed to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect water quality for aquatic organisms and human use.