All level one and two water restrictions that had been in place across the Ashburton District have been lifted, effective immediately, however schemes on a permanent hosing ban remain on their restriction.

The Council has removed all restrictions in place for Ashburton, Chertsey, Fairton, Hakatere, Hinds, Lake Hood, Mayfield, Methven, Mt Somers and Rakaia.

Cooler temperatures around the district as well as recent wet weather has seen water consumption levels ease and the Council is satisfied the summer restrictions are no longer required.​​​

Residents are still encouraged to observe water-wise practices to reduce waste such as watering in the evening or early in the morning and ensuring sprinklers are not watering footpaths or roads.​