Save water in the home
We have come a long way in building water saving habits, but the average household in the Lower Hunter uses 177 litres of water per person daily.
How to save water
Rain, hail or shine, we can always be mindful about how we use water in and around our homes.
Every day is a good day to save water
It’s always important to take it easy on our water supply, no matter the weather.
Whether it's bucketing down in Maitland, or scorching at Merewether, we can be mindful about how we use water in and around our homes.
How will you save water today?
Save water in the garden and outdoors
The little things we do outdoors and in the garden can make a big difference to help our water supply last longer, in any weather.
Tips and tools
Current water storage levels
Learn about our current storage levels
Finding and fixing leaks
A quick guide for fixing leaks around your home
Rainwater tanks
Learn how to keep your tank in tip top shape
Four-minute shower playlists
Try out our four-minute shower playlists on Spotify
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How much water are you using?
We can't control the weather, but we can control how much water we use!
Learn how much water you might be consuming each year, with tips on how to save water.
Community water usage in December
As a community, the amount of water we use significantly impacts our water storage levels.
The water savings represents how much less water our community is using compared to what we expected, given the weather conditions.
The journey of our water
Hunter Water collects, treats, and delivers water from natural sources, ensuring it’s ready for your everyday use. This process is part of the urban water cycle.
Smart Water Choices
Smart Water Choices are our region's permanent water conservation measures. They're everyday behaviours we can use outside and in the garden.
Saving water is smart business
If you're thoughtful you can really make things go a long way, especially water. There are ways you can save water at work in any industry.