Saving water

Ensuring our region manages water sustainably is a priority for Unitywater. Find out how you can save water in these pages.

Water restrictions
Water restrictions are set by the Queensland Water Commission (QWC).
Water saving tips
Some tips on how you can save water and the environment
Water-efficient devices
Here, we provide a summary of the key water-saving devices you can install in your home.
Rainwater tanks
Installing a rainwater tank will help ease demands on town water supply.
Greywater
Greywater is generated from the bath, shower, wash basin and laundry.
Bore water
Bore water can be used for domestic purposes instead of using drinking water.
Forms & fact sheets
Download all your forms and factsheets here.
    Saving Tips
  • Laundry Tip #2

    Water-efficient front loading washing machines use about 70 litres per load, compared with about 140 litres for a top loader.