Here are some of our solutions that will make this river safe for swimming again: 

• Look at how urban design can reduce stormwater pollution from entering rivers.
• Require as a minimum that all water bodies be safe for swimming in the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management, rather than the ‘safe for wading and boating’ standard.
• Put a levy on pollution going into rivers. We’ll use this money to support sustainable land and water management programmes like freshwater habitat restoration.
• Upgrade and invest in sewerage systems that dispose sewage onto land rather than water, where appropriate.
• Ensure Māori are recognised and supported in their role as kaitiaki of their taonga and tikanga.

Read more about our solutions to the freshwater crisis