Media kit 2026
Ka ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora ngā tāngata.
If the water is healthy, the land is healthy, the people are healthy.
Who we are
Water New Zealand is your water community.
We are the country’s largest water industry body and provide leadership in the water sector through collaboration, professional development and networking. We do this by:
Bringing water professionals together
We connect people across the water sector through events, networking opportunities, and knowledge sharing, to foster collaboration and advance the sector
Driving sustainable water management
We support the concept of Te Mana o te Wai to restore and preserve the balance between the water environment, people and the economy.
Empowering water professionals
We provide accessible and impactful training and professional development opportunities for all water professionals.
Water New Zealand’s membership includes industry leaders and professionals at all levels across the "three waters", from chief executives to engineers, technicians, researchers, scientists, operators, trainees, and students.
Our mission is to enhance capability, competency, and skills development to ensure a well-prepared workforce across these critical areas. Through partnerships with members and industry stakeholders, we offer opportunities for professional development, networking, and a platform for leadership in the sector.
We promote our mission through our publications, including the flagship industry journal Water, the Pipeline e-newsletter, and the Water Directory supplier website.
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Key topics covered in Water
Stormwater, wastewater, drinking water, smart water (innovation), drinking water treatment, onsite wastewater, backflow, pipe renewals, infrastructure, green infrastructure, water sensitive urban design, digital water, modelling, research, sector performance, planning tools, climate change, Te Ao Māori (Māori world view), freshwater, water loss issues, inflow and infiltration, technical guidance, small water systems, training, upskilling and competence, small wastewater and natural systems
Water2026 dates
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March/April
May/June
July/August
September/October
November/December
Wednesday 18 February th
Wednesday 8 April th
Wednesday 10 June th
Tuesday 11 August th
Thursday 8 October th
www.waternz.org.nz/waterjournal
Why print ?
In an era saturated with online content, print advertising offers a powerful way to differentiate your brand.
When it comes to recall, print reigns supreme: RAMetrics data covering 2022 - 2023 shows print ads deliver a recall of 78%, a whopping 48 % higher than digital (RAMetrics, 2024).
Print captures attention in a memorable and trusted format, creating a tangible connection with readers.
With its physical presence, print extends the impact of your message remaining visible in offices, boardrooms, and desks long after distribution.
Print publications are often seen as more credible than digital content, aligning your brand with a trusted source of information.
Why Water?
Waterconnects you with an exclusive community of engaged professionals and decision-makers within the water sector. It is a trusted publication that industry professionals rely on for expertise and information, allowing you to align your brand with a credible source.
Position your brand as a leader in the industry: Showcase your expertise to the water sector.
Expert content: In-depth, independent editorial content by industry leaders, engineers, scientists, academics, government and other water professionals.
Digital edition: our digital version is available online, on the Water New Zealand website and other publication channels.
Our audience
Local government / councils
Entities that oversee water management, infrastructure, and environmental protection at the local and regional levels.
Engineering & environmental consulting firms
Organisations providing consulting, design, and project management services, often focused on water infrastructure, environmental management, and sustainable practices.
Water treatment and technology providers
Supplying water treatment technologies, filtration systems, and related products essential for water purification and waste management.
Utilities and infrastructure services
Managing, operating, and maintaining water infrastructure and services, including wastewater systems, stormwater management, and pipeline construction.
Government and research institutions
Play a role in water quality, policy development, research, and public health related to water resources.
Membership breakdown
Loose Inserts
Please contact the Advertising Manager.
A4 - $1400
A3 (folded to A4) - $1800
We offer discounts for multiple issues booked together for a 12-month period. When 3 are booked, the discount is 6.5% per issue. When 5 are booked, the discount is 13% per issue.
Water New Zealand Corporate members receive a 10% discount off the above rates.
*AllratesexclusiveofGST
Setting up your artwork
HalfPage-Vertical 90mm W x 260mm H
ThirdPage-Horizontal 187mm W x 90mm H
FullPage 210mm W x 297mm H + 3mm Bleed
ThirdPage-Vertical 60mm W x 260mm H
HalfPage-Horizontal 187mm W x 130mm H
QuarterPage-Vertical 90mm W x 130mm H
SixthPage-Horizontal 187mm w x 40mm H
ClassifiedCardColour 90mm W x 60mm H
QuarterPage-Horizontal 187mm W x 65mm H
Setting up your artwork
Artwork must be supplied in CMYK
All images and logos within artwork to be at least 300 dpi
Artwork supplied is to have all linked files and fonts converted to paths. Bleed is only required on the full page size, all other artwork should not have bleed or crop marks
Please send a PDF file no larger than 10 MB. Please do not send large files via wetransfer (or similar).
The digital copy of Water will automatically pick up clearly written URLs (www or [https://]https://) and email addresses, provided they appear as live text.
Sponsored Content / Advertorial Supply
All sponsored content and advertorial must be supplied as finished artwork using the same specifications as standard advertising
Water New Zealand does not produce advertorial content on behalf of advertisers.
Sponsored content must also clearly display the words “Sponsored Content” or “Advertorial” in one corner of the page
We publish a fortnightly e-newsletter, Pipeline, which is sent to over 11,000 subscribers, including our members and professionals across the wider three waters sector. With a 27% average open rate, Pipeline reaches a highly engaged audience Please note that many recipients read in preview mode, which does not count towards the open rate
Pipeline features the latest updates, industry news, events, and links to information relevant to anyone working in, or interested in, the three waters sector We offer a limited number of display advertising opportunities, providing excellent visibility for your organisation Additionally, job vacancy promotions in Pipeline are also featured on our website, making it the ideal platform to connect with top talent
*All rates exclusive of GST
Setting up your artwork
Please ensure artwork is the correct pixel width and height Artwork can be supplied in PNG or JPG formats, GIFs are not permitted Artwork must be supplied in RGB Files should be saved at 72ppi
Advertisement Sizes
1.Megaheader:600pxWx215pxH
2.Header:600pxWx100pxH
3.Tile:300pxWx180pxH
www.waternz.org.nz/pipeline
Job Vacancies
Job vacancies are listed on the Water New Zealand job listing page for 30 days, or until the closing date if that's sooner, and included in the Pipeline e-newsletter if one comes out while the vacancy is live.
To place a single vacancy advertisement, the rate is $260 plus gst For multiple vacancies within a single advertisement, please email for pricing options:
www.waternz.org.nz/vacancies
Package Pricing
Prices are per annum & excl gst.
Water New Zealand Corporate members receive a 10% discount off the below rates
$750 Silver
3rd in search results
Company details
5th in search results
Company details
Company logo
List in 3 categories
Short description
4th in search results
Company details
Company logo
Receive direct inquiries
$1499
2nd in search results
Company details
Company logo &
cover pic
Receive direct inquiries
Website link
Social media links
List events
Honours and awards
Include 3 case studies
Include 3 blog articles
List in 35 categories
Company profile
List brands
Branch locations
Product/service description
Certifications held
Feature 8 products/services
Company profile listed
March Water Journal
Company logo &
cover pic
Receive direct inquiries
Website link
Social media links
List events
Honours and awards
Social media links
List events
List in 8 categories
Short description
List brands
Branch locations
Product/service
Website link description
$2499
1st in search results
Company name, address
Company logo & cover pic
Receive direct inquiries
Website link
Social media links
List events
Honours and awards
Include 8 case studies
Include 8 blog articles
Company profile listed March Water Journal
List in 20 categories
Company profile
List brands
Branch locations
Product/service
Certifications held
Feature 3 products/services description
Upload product brochure
Show phone
List in unlimited categories
Company profile
List brands
Branch locations
Product/service description
Certifications held
Feature 15 products/services
Upload 5 videos
I moved to New Zealand thinking I needed to build up a database of contacts, and then I found the water directory. If I need equipment, I know where to find it. It cuts out a lot of wasted time.
David Rommilly Aurecon Group
In addition to company listings, there are opportunities for display advertising on the website.
Setting up your artwork
Save the files at 72 ppi as a jpg Artwork to be in RGB URL can be embedded in artwork, however please also supply the url as a link
Water New Zealand Corporate members recieve a 10% discount off these rates. PricesareforthefullyearandexcludeGST.
www.waterdirectory.org.nz
