Use the interactive map to see if there are any restrictions in place in your area and see what practises are in place for those restrictions below.
Allocated days only
You can use manual watering systems between 6am - 8am and 8pm - 10pm.
Not permitted
6am - 8am and 8pm - 10pm
Exempt* surfaces only, on allocated days
Exempt surfaces: Cricket pitch, golf and bowling greens, croquet greens, tennis courts, golf tees and synthetic hockey pitches
You can activate automatic watering systems between midnight - 4am.
Spot cleaning for safety, health, animal welfare or emergency reasons with a hose fitted with a trigger nozzle or with high pressure cleaning equipment is permitted
Using water for dust or pollutant suppression, or earth compaction by means of a hose fitted with a flow cut-off device or a vehicle fitted with sprinklers is permitted
Hosing for general cleaning of hard surfaces such as paths, driveways and paved areas is not permitted at any time
- Windows, mirrors, lights, registration plates or spot removal of corrosive substances may be done at anytime using a bucket or watering can. - Other parts of vehicles may only be washed for health and safety reasons or other emergencies at commercial car washes at anytime.
Pools and spas cannot be filled, added to, or replaced without an approved Exemption – swimming pool or spa filling from TasWater.
You can view our water restriction guidelines to see what applies to your area when there is a water restriction active.
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