State and local governments throughout Queensland and New South Wales are now offering significant rebates to householders who invest in rainwater tanks and other types of water-saving devices.

For example, the Queensland Government’s Home WaterWise Rebate Scheme is offering cash rebates of up to $1000 for rainwater tanks, pumps, diverters and installation.

Below are some useful links to find out the details about water tank rebates in your area:

Water tank rebates

Queensland state government
Queensland Government / Natural Resources, Mines and Water

Queensland local government
Brisbane City Council
Caboolture Shire Council
Gatton Shire Council
Gold Coast City Council (Water Rebates)
Ipswich City Council
Logan City Council
Maroochy Shire Council
Pine Rivers Shire Council
Redcliffe City Council
Toowoomba Shire Council

New South Wales local goverment
Sydney
Upper Hunter
Waverley

Water restrictions

Many parts of Queensland, New South Wales and the ACT are now under severe water restrictions.

Brisbane and parts of South East Queensland came under Level 5 water restrictions in April 2007, and Sydney and parts of NSW are under Level [tba].

To find out the latest water restrictions for your area, click on your local government area:

Queensland
Townsville
Cairns
Mackay
Toowoomba
Gold Coast
South East Queensland

New South Wales
Sydney
North Coast
Shoalhaven
Wyong Shire
Gosford City
Parkes
Goulburn City
Sutherland Shire
Hawkesbury
Parramatta