The Christchurch West Melton water zone is home to spring-fed streams and rivers, the short steep creeks of the Port Hills and the large braided expanse of the Waimakariri River.
Three rūnanga consider the zone part of their takiwā – Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga, Te Hapū ō Ngāti Wheke/Rāpaki and Te Taumutu Rūnanga.
📢 From 2026, new local leadership groups will replace the Water Zone Committees, building on their legacy of community collaboration.
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Local projects and priorities
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Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee
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Natural environment
Find out about Christchurch West Melton’s natural environment and diverse ecosystems.
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Can I swim here?
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