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Greenpeace Warns Lumsden Residents Over High Nitrate Levels in Water Supply

18 May 2026 2:46 p.m. · Source: Greenpeace Aotearoa

Greenpeace warns pregnant people in Lumsden about nitrate levels in the town's water supply, which exceed thresholds for preterm birth and bowel cancer risk, calling for urgent action.

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Greenpeace Tests Reveal Elevated Nitrate in Southland Private Bore Water

16 May 2026 8:06 p.m. · Source: Greenpeace Aotearoa

Greenpeace's Ōtautau water tests show elevated nitrates in private bores, with 16% above preterm birth risk level. A final testing event is scheduled for Lumsden tomorrow, urging residents to check their water.

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