Wai Hononga is governed by a Board of Directors appointed to bring a mix of governance, financial, engineering, environmental, and public sector expertise. The Board's role is to:
The Board has two sub-committees, including Audit, Finance & Risk and People, Safety & Culture. It is also guided by a Statement of Expectations, which sets out the Council’s expectations for Wai Hononga priorities, performance measures, and commitments to the community.
The leadership team of Wai Hononga is currently being established ahead of operations commencing on 1 July 2027. The Chief Executive is responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation and leading its transition to full operations.
Wai Hononga is publicly owned and accountable to the communities it serves. We operate within New Zealand's water services regulatory framework and are committed to responsible management, transparent reporting, and long-term investment in water infrastructure.
