10 simple savers

Saving water doesn’t have to be complicated.

With just a few simple changes to your daily habits, you can make a big difference. From watering your garden at the right time to fixing dripping taps, these 10 easy tips will help you save water, lower your bills, and protect Tasmania’s precious resources. Start making every drop count today.

Here are 10 easy-to-follow tips

Before watering your garden, check the weather forecast.
Only water your plants in the morning or evening and use a trigger nozzle.
When brushing your teeth or washing your hands, turn off the tap and save 5 litres of water per minute.
At laundry time, always use a full load in the washing machine. If your fave top passes the sniff test, you’re good!
When washing your car, use a bucket and a trigger nozzle on the grass, not the driveway.
At shower time, use a timer to keep showers to a minimum and even use the leftover water on your house plants.
Think before you pull the plug! Could you rinse recyclables in that water or use the grey water safely on your garden?
When buying new products, look for the Smart Drop Certified or a WELS star rating.
Look out for leaks! Check that your water meter stops overnight.
Fix dripping taps! A drip a second wastes 12,000 litres a year.