New water rules for southeast Queensland, including Brisbane
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November 30, 2009 11:00pm
PERMANENT water restrictions come into force from today throughout southeast Queensland. Homeowners could face an outdoor water ban if they use too much.
The following restrictions apply to Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Logan, Moreton Bay, Somerset, Sunshine Coast, Scenic Rim and Redlands.
• Efficient sprinklers and hoses (using a maximum of 9 litres of water per minute) can be used to water gardens and lawns (but not between 10am to 4pm or on Mondays), as long as it's in accordance with guidelines.
• Cars and outdoor areas can be washed as long as water is used efficiently with a twist or trigger nozzle.
• New pools can be filled with town water and existing pools can be topped up as long as efficient fittings are in place.
• Town water cannot be used to wash paths, driveways and paved surfaces unless they are a health and safety hazard.
• If a household uses more than 1200 litres of town water per day, the owner will be approached by the local water authority and advised on how to cut use.
• If excessive use continues with no valid reason, an outdoor water ban may be imposed.
Visit www.qwc.qld.gov.au for details.
Article from:
November 30, 2009 11:00pm
PERMANENT water restrictions come into force from today throughout southeast Queensland. Homeowners could face an outdoor water ban if they use too much.
The following restrictions apply to Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Logan, Moreton Bay, Somerset, Sunshine Coast, Scenic Rim and Redlands.
• Efficient sprinklers and hoses (using a maximum of 9 litres of water per minute) can be used to water gardens and lawns (but not between 10am to 4pm or on Mondays), as long as it's in accordance with guidelines.
• Cars and outdoor areas can be washed as long as water is used efficiently with a twist or trigger nozzle.
• New pools can be filled with town water and existing pools can be topped up as long as efficient fittings are in place.
• Town water cannot be used to wash paths, driveways and paved surfaces unless they are a health and safety hazard.
• If a household uses more than 1200 litres of town water per day, the owner will be approached by the local water authority and advised on how to cut use.
• If excessive use continues with no valid reason, an outdoor water ban may be imposed.
Visit www.qwc.qld.gov.au for details.
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