RNZ12 Jun, 2026 05:49 AM2 mins to readA sample from the Waiouru treatment plant showed aluminium concentrations about four times the limit for drinking water, the Defence Force says. Photo / 123rfA sample from the Waiouru treatment plant showed aluminium concentrations about four times the limit for drinking water, the Defence Force says. Photo / 123rfBy RNZResidents in the central North Island town of Waiouru can once again drink their tap water after the Defence Force lifted a “do not drink” notice on Friday evening.An emergency alert went out on Thursday night after excess levels of aluminium were found in a sample.

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