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Saving water

Discover the many ways to save water in the home, garden and in business. Information on this page includes:

In the home
In the garden
In business
WaterWise communities 
Smart Approved Watermark

In the home

Information on how to save water in the home is provided on the SA Water website including the:
  • kitchen
  • laundry
  • and bathroom.

There is also information to householders on using greywater in their homes. The fact sheet on greywater covers the approval and installation requirements, health and environmental impacts and owner obligations.

To miminise health risks, read the Department of Health guidelines on greywater and other alternative onsite wastewater systems.

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In the garden

Information on how to save water in the garden is provided on the SA Water website.

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In business

Simple changes to the way your business uses water can conserve water and save you money. If your business is looking for ways to save water consider joining SA Water's business water saver program.

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WaterWise communities

Free kit

Register to become part of SA's WaterWise Community and receive a free kit 

Kits contain a variety of water saving products including a four-minute shower timer, stickers and a water saving checklist.

Kits are available for:
  • individuals
  • households
  • businesses
  • community groups
  • schools.

The Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources has also translated the water saving tips fridge magnet and personal water plans into 17 different languages.

To learn more and sign up visit the Water for Good website today.

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Smart Approved WaterMark

Smart Approved WaterMark is an accreditation scheme for products and services that can save water, especially for outside of the house. Up to 60% of household water in Australian cities is used outdoors.

Smart approved Watermark logo 
The distinctive Smart Approved WaterMark logo allows consumers to make an informed choice towards saving water. Products and services with this logo have been selected on the basis that the product or service can save water. By supporting products and services that display the logo you can contribute to reducing water consumption.

For information on products and services visit the Smart Approved WaterMark scheme.


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