Only 31 of the Maldives' inhabited islands have a proper sewerage system.

We know that many communities don't have proper sewerage water systems in place.

Mr Bainimarama says the government will also redevelop Field 40 to provide amenities such as piped water, proper sewerage and power.

Waimakariri council staff fronted up to residents of Kaiapoi at a public meeting last night, almost 200 of whom still don't have proper sewerage.