Overview
Oakura wastewater treatment plant in Ōakura, Northland, New Zealand, serves 107 people with advanced treatment. It discharges treated wastewater near the coast, supporting local water quality.
Oakura is a small wastewater treatment plant located at 67 Waimarie Avenue in Ōakura, Northland, New Zealand. Serving a population of 107, this facility is part of the region's decentralized wastewater infrastructure for rural communities. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, which exceed the minimum secondary treatment standard typically required for small agglomerations. Under New Zealand's National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management, advanced treatment helps protect sensitive coastal environments from nutrient and pathogen pollution. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, with the plant situated within 10 km of the coast. The receiving waters ultimately drain to the Pacific Ocean, supporting marine ecosystems and recreational uses along the Northland coastline.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a coastal catchment that flows to the Pacific Ocean near Ōakura. The area supports diverse marine life, including fish and shellfish habitats, and is used for recreation. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient loading, helping to prevent eutrophication in nearshore waters.
Frequently asked questions
The Oakura wastewater treatment plant is located at 67 Waimarie Avenue, Ōakura, in the Whangārei District of Northland, New Zealand.
The plant serves a small population of 107 people, typical of rural wastewater facilities in the Northland region.
The plant uses advanced treatment processes, which provide a higher level of contaminant removal than conventional secondary treatment, reducing nutrients and pathogens before discharge.
The plant operates under New Zealand's National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management and regional council discharge permits, which set standards for water quality and environmental protection.
The plant protects the coastal waters near Ōakura by treating wastewater to advanced levels, reducing the impact on marine ecosystems and supporting recreational use of the coastline.
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