Rainwater tanks
Rainwater tanks can store water run-off from your roof for use around the home or garden. Installing a rainwater tank, together with other household water saving devices, can reduce your household water use by up to 25 per cent and save around $50 a year on water bills.
If you're building a new home, installing a rainwater tank can help you achieve the minimum regulatory requirements of the 5 Star standard. To meet the 5 Star standard with a rainwater tank, the capacity must be a minimum or 2,000 litres with a minimum roof catchment area of 50 square metres.
Rainwater can be used flushing your toilet, watering your garden or for use in washing machines. You should test rainwater for potability (drinking quality) before you considering drinking it.
The Victorian Government is currently offering rebates of $150 on the purchase of rainwater tanks (600 litre minimum).
