When you’re a professional cricketer like Hobart Hurricanes all-rounder Mitch Owen, your days are full - training, playing, recovering, and doing it all over again. But no matter how busy life gets, Mitch likes to stick to a set morning routine.

“My morning routine is to get out of bed, open the blinds and check the weather before a quick shower,” Mitch says.

“I try and save water with my showers.”

For Mitch, saving water is about building simple habits into everyday life. No big sacrifices. Just smart choices that prove every drop counts.

“Some easy ways to save water include having a quick four-minute shower, only using the half-flush on the toilet when you can, and turning the tap off while you’re brushing your teeth,” he says.

“They’re simple, but they make a difference.”

After an intense training session or a long day on the field, Mitch often heads straight to the beach. It’s not just good for recovery - it’s a water-wise choice, too.

And he doesn’t stop there. Even leftover water in a drink bottle gets a second life.

“If you have a drink bottle with a little bit of water left over, don’t just tip it down the sink. Tip it on a pot plant or in the garden - put it to good use.”

When asked what he’d miss most in a water shortage, Mitch doesn’t hesitate: “Definitely showers. No question.”

From short showers to smart reuse, Mitch shows that you don’t need to overhaul your life to use water wisely. It’s the small things, done consistently, that add up - and help Save Our Thing.

So, take a tip from Mitch: keep it quick, keep it conscious, and look for simple ways to put every drop to good use. Because when we save water, it saves us back.

For Hurricanes bowler Iain Carlisle, the day doesn’t start with a coffee or a scroll - it starts with water.

“The first thing I use water for in the morning is a big drink,” Iain says.

“When I wake up, I like to get about a litre of water into my body as soon as I can - to get the body going and replenish myself.”

From there, it’s straight into the shower - with a soundtrack.

“I sing in the shower. I’m a big Drake fan, so that’s usually what’s playing on the speaker in my bathroom,” he grins.

“I keep my singing performances to one song, though.”

And that’s no accident. Iain times his showers to a single song - a move that saves water and keeps his inner pop star in check.

“A great way to keep your showers short is to have a shower timer – whether that’s a physical four-minute timer or a four-minute song,” he says. 

“It’s an easy way to save water and stay conscious about the time you spend in the shower.”
That awareness is something Iain’s had since he was a kid.

“I grew up in a household where water-saving behaviours were prevalent, and I carry those habits with me in my daily life now,” he says.

“Everyone should be educated on how important it is to Save Our Thing.”

Whether it’s sipping smart, singing short, or making water-wise habits stick, Iain’s message is simple: it doesn’t take much to make a difference.

So next time you jump in the shower, try keeping it to one song - you’ll save water, and maybe even discover your inner music star.

 

 

 

For Hurricanes batter Mac Wright, the day begins with paws, purring, and a splash of pure Tassie water.

“The first thing I use water for in the morning is to feed my cat, Nessie,” Mac says.
“She runs up to me in the mornings wanting food, and I have to clean out her bowl and refill her water.”

From there, it’s all about the essentials: a quick shower, a good coffee, and a bit of love for his indoor plant collection.

“If I could only use water for three things, I would use it to have a shower, make myself a coffee, and to water my indoor plants,” he says.

“I’ve propagated a fair few indoor plants - I have a good collection going.”

As a keen gardener, Mac knows how precious water is - and how easy it is to use it wisely.
“One easy water-saving action everyone should try is to set your sprinklers on a timer, and only water their gardens first thing in the morning or in the evening,” he says.

“It makes a big difference.”

Whether he’s at home or recovering after a big game, water plays a key role in keeping Mac feeling fresh and focused.

“The most important thing I use water for in my recovery is to rehydrate after a long day’s play,” he says.

“And a quick, cool-down shower.”

If he had the power to make just one water-related rule for Tasmania? He’d keep it clean.
“No littering in the waterways or rivers in the state,” he says firmly.

From caring for his cat to cultivating his indoor jungle, Mac’s water habits show that a little thought goes a long way. He’s living proof that making mindful choices can become part of your daily rhythm - just like a morning meow from Nessie.

So, whether you’re watering your garden, sipping your coffee, or feeding your furry friend, remember: water’s not just your thing - it’s our thing.