Water wise

There are a number of environmental and economic benefits of water conservation and there is plenty we can all do to save water:

buying water efficient appliances, including water efficient shower heads, flow restrictors on taps and dual flush toilets

watching when and how much water is used on the garden

quick showers

install a rain water tank to collect water for the garden or flushing your toilet

use a broom to clean driveways and footpaths not a hose

install a water efficient showerhead. Exchange your old showerhead for a water efficient one for free at Council's Corporate Centre or at Bayside's libraries.

Rainwater tanks

Thinking about installing a rainwater tank?

In some cases a planning permit is needed to install a rainwater tank.

For example, tanks over 4500 litres require a planning permit.

To check planning requirements contact council's planning department on 9599 4444.

Find out about how to control stormwater.

Greywater use

Greywater collected from your bathroom sink, bath and/or shower, or your washing machine can be used to replace the use of drinking water for things such as watering garden beds (not vegetable gardens) and/or the lawn, or for flushing the toilet.

There are health and environmental issues to consider when using greywater.

Find out about how to use greywater.

Sustainable building and renovations

Are you interested in making your home more environmentally friendly?

There are plenty of great ideas in the Green Your Home! One Day to Sustainability booklet.

You'll see how a typical Bayside home was re-fitted to make it a little greener.

The Your Home Technical Manual also provides a source of informtion on designing and renovating sustainable homes.

Useful links:

17-Apr-2009