Check your bill
To see how much water you are using, take a look at your most recent bill.
Hunter Water continues to follow the actions in its Dam Safety Emergency Plan, as the water level recedes at Chichester Dam.
For more informationWater supply has been restored to our customers, however some may experience low pressure. If issues persist, please call our team on 1300 657 000. As a precaution, it is advised people avoid swimming in beaches (including ocean baths) and waterways for at least two days after heavy rain.
For more informationAustralia has one of the highest per capita water consumption rates in the world.
While two thirds of all the people on Earth use less than 60 litres of water a day, the average Hunter resident uses almost twice that amount during a single shower.
To see how much water you are using, take a look at your most recent bill.
There are a number of reasons to explain why the water usage charges on your bill are higher than expected.
You may have a leak, so regularly checking for leaks is a good way to identify early if there is a problem.
Watch our video to learn how to check for leaks at your property.
Log in to My Account to view past bills to see how much water you're using. You'll find your usage in the Water section on page 2.
Water is precious, and it's important that we build simple habits to help save water in and around your home.
Our water usage calculator estimates your annual water consumption based on your answers to questions regarding water use in and around the home.
At Hunter Water, we deliver on average 205 Megalitres (ML) to the Lower Hunter community each day. That is the equivalent of around 82 Olympic size swimming pools of water!