Executive general manager climate and population adaptation Steve Healy said although there were no water restrictions in the Coliban Water region, using water efficiently was everyone’s responsibility.
“We had a record demand day for water in Bendigo in December with customers watering gardens and lawns, and staying cool,” Mr Healy said.
“We expect an increase in demand on hot days but it is important when customers are using water they are aware of how much they are using and they are using it efficiently.
“Customers can work out their water usage by looking at their Coliban Water bill, reading their meter and recording water usage over 24 hours, or using an online water usage calculator.”
Permanent Water Saving Rules are a set of common-sense rules to make sure people use water efficiently. They are in place at all times when no water restrictions are in force.
“All the towns in our region are on Permanent Water Saving Rules. The rules apply to our urban customers for watering gardens and lawns, fountains and water features, and cleaning outside,” Mr Healy said.
Permanent Water Saving Rules include:
- Use a leak-free hose fitted with a trigger nozzle
- Use watering systems between 6 pm and 10 am
- Only use fountains or water features that recirculate water.
Further information on Permanent Water Saving Rules and how to save water can be found at www.coliban.com.au
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