Hotter Australian temperatures mixed with ever increasing populations places greater demand on our mains water supply. This in turn creates pressure for water authorities to identify and tap into alternative water sources, often resulting in higher expense to consumers. Rainwater tanks obviously allow you to harvest water freely from the sky. This makes them an appealing source […]

  Careful water planning is essential before investing in your farm and costly constructions. If you have a property in rural Australia used for farming, then you will likely discover that you have no access to a mains water supply. Good planning means performing a detailed water audit to know where your water will be […]

If you work a farm with livestock, planning for your necessary stock water is just as important as feed supplies. Ensuring your stock has adequate water at all times, especially during the hot Australian summer when livestock require more water, is evidently important. To correctly plan requires knowing your properties’ water sources, how much water […]

Rainwater is recognised by the New South Wales (NSW) state government as an important resource for water sustainability. As such, they often encourage or mandate the adoption of a rainwater harvesting system and better use of rainwater. BASIX (Building Sustainability Index) is a state-wide environmental planning initiative that applies to all residential dwellings in NSW and […]

Identifying Your Farm Water Sources and Storage Options Water Supply and Storage Options When considering your farm water supply and storage needs, you should first perform an audit to calculate your water requirements. Once you have an estimate of your farm’s water needs, your audit should identify available water sources in your area. You’ll need to […]