In sections 40A to 40E, you will see the term water organisation. This term has the same meaning as in section 4 of the Local Government (Water Services) Act 2025. You will also see the term Watercare, which refers to Watercare Services Limited. These terms are used to explain what these organisations are in the context of the law.
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40: Refusal to supply essential services prohibited, or
"Suppliers must keep providing important services like power and water, even if someone hasn't paid before."
40A: Instrument may provide for appointment of receiver, or
"A lender can appoint someone to manage assets if a borrower can't pay back a loan."
In sections 40A to 40E,—
water organisation has the same meaning as in section 4 of the Local Government (Water Services) Act 2025
Watercare means Watercare Services Limited.
