National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative

The National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative is currently experiencing peak workloads. Applicants may find a small delay in payment as a result.

As part of the $12.9 billion Water for the Future plan, the Government is delivering the $250 million National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative to help people use water wisely in their everyday lives.

The Australian Government is providing:

Rebates of up to $500 for households to install rainwater tanks or greywater systems.
Grants to surf life saving clubs of up to $10,000 to install a rainwater tank or undertake a larger water saving project.

Rebates for households to install rainwater tanks or greywater systems

Rebates of up to $500 are available to households for either:

The purchase and installation of a new rainwater tank which is connected for internal reuse of the water for toilet and/or laundry use; or
The purchase and installation of a permanent greywater treatment system.

Applying for the rebate - households

For more information on how to apply, contact the national information line on 1800 808 571 or email: nrgi@environment.gov.au

Completed application forms should be sent to:

Household Rainwater/Greywater Rebate
Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts
GPO Box 787
Canberra ACT 2601

Grants for surf life saving clubs to save water

Grants of up to $10,000 are available to surf life saving clubs to install water saving and efficiency devices on club premises.

Activities eligible for funding include installation of new rainwater tanks connected to club premises so that they can be used for toilet flushing and/or laundry use. Clubs can claim funding for plumbing, guttering, down pipes and other materials provided these are for the new tank.

Funding will also be considered for other water efficient or water saving devices such as taps, toilets, urinals and showers. Showers and urinals must have a three star rating under the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards scheme and toilets and taps must have a four star rating.

Frequently asked questions - Surf life saving clubs

To apply for a grant, clubs should contact:
Surf Life Saving Australia
Phone: 02 9300 4000
Email: watersavings@slsa.asn.au
Facsimile: 02 9130 8312

For more information, including program guidelines and the application form, visit Surf Life Saving Australia's website: www.slsa.com.au .