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How can I save water?

Want to use less wai (water) at your place? Making small changes can result in a big reduction in your water use.

Check out these top tips for saving water around the home and garden.

  • Always use a twist or trigger nozzle when using your hose.
  • Water your garden in the early morning or the evening to avoid evaporation
  • Use a timer with your sprinkler or irrigation system and be mindful of where you position it so that you are watering plants, not paved areas.
  • Use a cover on permanent and portable pools to prevent evaporation and use appropriate chemicals to keep the water fresh.
  • Use a broom and/or bucket instead of a hose to clean hard surfaces such as footpaths and driveways.
  • Wash your car/boat/caravan on an area of lawn where possible, and try and use a bucket and sponge rather than a hose where possible.
  • Shorten your shower – it saves water and reduces power costs.
  • If your children like to play under the sprinkler, or have toys that attach to the hose, use a timer and don’t forget to turn the water off at the end.
  • Use water from your rainwater tank or grey water wherever possible.

Five R's

When trying to save water, think about the 5 R's below:

  • Reduce - Look for ways to use less water.
  • Repair - Fix leaks fast.
  • Replace - When renovating or building, choose the most water-efficient appliances you can.
  • Retrofit - Change your current appliance’s water efficiency by adding a feature that doesn’t limit performance but reduces water use.
  • Reuse - Catch rainwater or grey water (from the shower) and use for pot plants and the garden.

 

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