Staying summer safe

We want everyone to enjoy our wonderful outdoor spaces safely together this Kāpiti summer – and most of all, we want everyone to be able to go home safe and healthy. Here’s our hot tips on how you can stay safe around our coast this summer.

1. Check our recreational water quality

Bookmark our Latest recreational water quality results page, and check it before you head out for a swim.

Remember, avoid swimming for 48 hours after rain.

2. Swim safe at all our pools, rivers and beaches

Supervise tamariki, check the depth before jumping in, and keep out of the water at our rivers and beaches for at least 48 hours after rain.

3. Swimming or boating, know the boat launching zones

Whether swimming or boating, know our boat launching zones – only launch there, and swim at least 50 metres away.

4. Driving on the beach - or avoiding it!

If you’re wanting to drive on the beach (remember, most Kāpiti beaches are vehicle-free zones), or keen to find a spot where the kids can play in the sand without worrying about vehicles, check out our Vehicles on the beach information before you leave home.

5. Know the dog zones

Check our Dog seasonal beach zones for the best spot for you and your two- and four-legged loved ones to enjoy the beach.

6. Every litter bit hurts

Help keep Kāpiti pristine; pick up your rubbish and if the rubbish bin’s full, don’t be a fool – let us know, and take your rubbish with you.

7. Keep on top of toxic algae

Toxic algae starts to pop up in our rivers as the weather gets warmer and river flow drops. If you’re heading to the river for a swim or with your dog, check the Latest recreational water quality results page to see what the risk is. Remember, toxic algae can kill dogs, so if you think your dog might have eaten some, contact your vet immediately.

Check out our Keeping safe page, too, and stay safe staying local this Kāpiti summer.