It's a good time to mulch your veggies and plants with bark, straw or grass clippings to hold moisture in and reduce watering. More water-efficient gardening tips.
We're having a great summer across the Waikato. Long, hot days have meant a chance to relax and enjoy the sun. It’s also meant that a lot of families have been enjoying inflatable swimming pools in their backyard.
Read MoreTwo of the region's councils, Hamilton City and Waikato District Council, are asking residents to further conserve their water use, to reduce the need for additional water restrictions.
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