Water conservation

WaterMAP for high-flow non-residential users

The Victorian Governement requires all major non-residential water users that consume 10 megalitres (ML) a year or more of a water from an urban water supply to improve their water efficiency through the preparation and implementation of their own water Management Action Plan (waterMAP).

Eligible customers include commercial and industrial institutions, local council sites, hospitals, schools and primary industries using urban supplies, as well as community groups and commercially operated residential style properties classified as non-residential under the Victorian Planning Provisions, using 10ML a year or more.

All waterMAP customers must annually report to Westernport Water on the implementation of their waterMAP and water savings and review their waterMAP at the request of the Corporation.

Download the pdf of the Permanent Water Savings Plan 2010
Download the pdf of the WaterMAP handbook (2.08 MB) or call our water conservation officer on 1300 720 711 or email us at westport@westernportwater.com.au.

EPA Victoria's Water & Energy $avings Program

Want to save money and improve your company's environmental performance? EPA Victoria's Water & Energy $avings Program offers support for feasibility studies that focus on reducing potable water and energy in industrial processes. The projects are tailored to industry needs to achieve best possible savings.

Applications are accepted on an open door basis. For more information on the program, including selection criteria and contact details for the Water & Energy $avings team please click here: http://www.epa.vic.gov.au/bus/water-energy.asp

Easy check for water leaks

The simple way to check for water leaks is by reading the water meter at night after the last use. Check the meter again in the morning before household use resumes. This will provide a gauge for comparison. If the reading has changed, and the meter is still ticking, you may have a leak somewhere that needs attention. Call your plumber.

Garden and plant advice

We can help you with advice on what plants to use in your garden. Contact our water conservation officer on 1300 720 711 or email: westport@westernportwater.com.au. You can also download a pdf of the Sustaining gardens in dry times brochure (1.72 MB). Alternatively Click here to view our plant selector

Smart Gardening video about sustainable gardening practices

High water use - special consideration

Sometimes water usage is higher than normal such as when there is a leak. Customers can use this pdf form to apply for special consideration for high water usage (46.19 KB). Contact us on 1300 720 711 or email: westport@westernportwater.com.au for more information.

Swimming pools

Information on the best filters and accessories to use with your pool, permits required, etc, can be provided. Contact us at 1300 720 711 or email: westport@westernportwater.com.au.

Before filling new pools/spas (with a capacity of 2000 litres or more), a water conservation plan that details water conservation measures must be lodged with, and approved by, Westernport Water. A water conservation plan and exemption restriction application form (53.51 KB) is available or you can contact the customer service team on 1300 720 711 for a copy. The plan must show that the volume of water needed to fill the pool or spa will be, or has been, offset by water saved around the home.

New pools or spas that hold less than 2000 litres of water can be filled without a water conservation plan, and previously filled pools or spas of any size may be topped up by any means at any time.

SPASA Water neutral pools - Video

Water neutral pools are ideal as they do not use any potable water. There are three simple steps to achieve a water neutral pool: install a rainwater tank, use a pool cover, and installa water minimising backwash system.

Water audits

Westernport Water can perform an audit of your property to provide you with advice and assistance on water efficient appliances and fixtures. Contact our water conservation officer at 1300 720 711 or email us at westport@westernportwater.com.au.

Water restrictions

Find out more information on current restrictions/permanent water saving measures in force and how this affects you.

Water saving devices available

savewater! has a great guide on water efficient products and how you can save water around the home.

Westernport Water often gives away free or minimum cost water saving devices to our customers. You can pick these up at our Newhaven office

How to install a flow controller video coutesy of

Visit the Water saving products page for the latest offers and information.