NSW Rainwater tank rebate.

To be eligible for a rainwater tank rebate in NSW your rainwater tank instillation must comply with the following:

• The water tank must be 2000 litre capacity or more and be purchased an installed beteween 1st July 2007 and 30th June 2009.
• If your house isn’t connected to main water, your eligible for a rebate on the purchase of the tank only.

Rebates are as follows:

Rainwater tank capacity: 2000 - 3999 litres
Rebate: $150
Connection to toilet: $500
Connection to washing machine: $500
Maximum Total: $1150

Rainwater tank capacity: 4000 - 6999 litres
Rebate: $400
Connection to toilet: $500
Connection to washing machine: $500
Maximum Total: $1400

Rainwater tank capacity: 7000+ litres
Rebate: $500
Connection to toilet: $500
Connection to washing machine: $500
Maximum Total: $1500

For details see the NSW governments environmental website

Victorian Rainwater Tank rebate scheme

The Victorian state government rebate scheme for rain water tanks, as of 30th June 2007, is summarised in the table below.  This applies to those wanting to install a rainwater tank in Melbourne suburbs as well as regional centres.

Rainwater Tank size: 2000 - 4999 litre capacity
Requirements: connected to toilet and/or laundry
Rebate: $500

Rainwater Tank size: 5000+ litre capacity
Requirements: connected to toilet or laundry
Rebate: $900

Rainwater Tank size: 5000+ litre capacity
Requirements: connected to toilet and laundry
Rebate: $1000

A $150 rebate for tanks 600 litres or larger not connected for indoor also applies.

See Our Water Our Future website for more.

Rain Water Tank Directory Launch

We’re very excited to announce the lunch of our Australian rain-water tank directory. The GetGeen Water Tank directory is open for registrations from Australian businesses selling rainwater tanks. Basic memberships start from $295 per year (inc GST) and includes:

• Preferred Listing within one Australian region
• Map of your business location
• Detailed profile
• Listing of up to 5 products
• Business contact detail

Compare membership options here.

Why join the GetGreen Water Tanks Directory?

With so many green directories around, why would you join ours? Simple. Our directory is solely focused on water tank suppliers. Our Water Tank directory provides customers with details of your business and it’s geographic location.

Our surveys show that customers are more likely to purchase a rainwater tank from a local supplier. This being the case, providing consumer with detailed information of your business and it’s location is our prime objective.

Prime Positions are up for grabs

We’re in the process of adding free listings to our database for regions throughout Australua. A free listing includes basic business details such as business name, address and phone. For a comprehensive listing, water tanks suppliers and distributes can purchase one of 3 different packages.

The following prime positions won’t last long:

• water tanks Melbourne
• water tanks Sydney
• water tanks Brisbane

If you’re a water tank distributer interested in achieving greater exposure for your business, contact us for further details.

2250L Rainwater Tank for less than $1000

Another product from Neco, this Nylex 2250L rainwater tank available for $820 means there’s no reason not to have a rainwater tank in your back yard. This round tank has a diameter of 1400 mm and a height of 1800 mm, is made of polyethylene and includes a tap / gate valve, an inlet with strainer and an overflow.

This rainwater tank is available in NSW and also comes in a rang of colours.

Visit the Neco site for details.

ARID Rainwater Harvest guide available

As of today ARID (Australian Rainwater Industry Development group) has released their 2008 rainwater harvest guide available online and in selected newsagencies around Australia. The rainwater harvesting guide is designed to help make rainwater harvesting less mysterious to the consumer with practical advice and tips on rain water products. The guide also contains valuable information on government rebates and regulations for new homes. An overview of the contents of the guide includes the following:

• How to maximise the potential of a rainwater tank
• Urban Dams
• How much rainwater will you collect
• Water tanks and new homes
• Rainwater pumps
• Rebates and policy
• Water safety and quality
• Water Tank maintenance

Visit the ARID website to download your copy of the Rainwater Saver Guide.

Handytanks - DIY water tank

These DIY Handytanks not only look cool, but they’re cheap too. The Handytank is a 1000 litre rain-water storage tank made out of a marine grade PVC bladder and supported by a clip together tubular zinc plated steel frame. As you can imagine, these tanks are much easier to transport unassembled and a quick to erect.

Rainwater Tanks: CHOICE buyers guide

For those of you in the market for a new rainwater tank, CHOICE have a comprehensive guide to buying a water tank on their website.� The guide covers the following topics:

• Benefits
• Before you Start
• Outdoor/Indoor/Drinking
• Tank Facts
• Costs and Extras
• Water saving tips
• Case Studies

View the CHOICE guide to buying a rainwater tank.

Prevent Ross River - Cover your rainwater tanks

The Sunday Mail reports that there’s been a 300% increase in reported Ross River virus cases, the suspected source being uncovered rainwater tanks and buckets.  With Australia heading into the mozzy season, it’s time to ensure that your rainwater collection systems are properly covered.  Read the full report at the Sunday Mail.

Space saving rainwater tanks

If you’re like me and live in a townhouse or a unit, you probably assume you don’t have the space for a water tank. Not so! There’s plenty of space saving water tank option on the market. Stroll into your local Bunnings hardware and take a look around, there’s plenty of options to choose from at relatively affordable prices including these slimline rainwater tanks.

There are rainwater tanks of all shapes and sizes to fit in a small court yard. The Waterwall, for example, can fit across a back fence or sideway, while the Rain Reviva make a water bladder that fits under your house.

Rainwater tank safety warning

Water tank experts have expressed concerns over the safety of some water tank instillations. Experts are suggesting that if rainwater tanks have not been installed on a solid base, the footing may become unstable causing safety issues around homes.  They have also suggested that plastics used in imported tanks may degrade quickly in harsh Australian conditions.  Full report in the Sunday Mail.