Across Sydney, the water we use outside our homes each day would fill 250 Olympic swimming pools! This is equivalent to 25 per cent of Sydney's total household water consumption.
So the garden is a great place to start when looking at ways to save water and reduce our water bills.
Helping you save water
Plant selector - Save water by choosing plants to suit your soil and weather conditions.
WaterRight Gardens tool - Try our new online tool to learn more about your garden and its watering needs.
Rainwater tank rebate - Get a rebate of up to $1,500 from Sydney Water for buying and installing a rainwater tank. You can also receive an additional rebate of $500 from the Federal Government.
Greywater systems - Get a rebate from the Federal Government for installing a greywater system.