
Water Tank Rebates
Rebates for water tanks are now available in every state across Australia and they do not look like they are about to go away. We advise you to make sure you are up to date on your knowledge of the rebates to get your best deal. If you mix a bit of good financial planning with the right tank it is possible to work it out so your tank is free.
Victoria
The water smart gardens and homes rebate scheme gives you the chance to save water and money inside your home.
For more information:REBATE SUMMARY
600 - 1,999 Litre Tank
- $150 rebate
- $150 connection to toilet
2,000 - 4,999 Litre Tank
- $150 rebate
- $500 connection to toilet and/or laundry
5,000 Litre Tank or Greater
- $150 rebate
- $900 connection to toilet or laundry
- $1000 connection to toilet and laundry
Our Water Our Future
Phone: (03) 5332 5000
Water Smart Gardens and Homes Rebate Scheme - direct link
New South Wales
The rebate is available for the installation of any new rainwater storage system in residential properties in NSW.
For more information:REBATE SUMMARY
2,000 - 3,000 Litre Tank
- $150 rebate
- $500 connection to toilet(s)
- $500 connection to washing machine(s)
- $1,150 maximum total
4,000 - 6,999 Litre Tank
- $400 rebate
- $500 connection to toilet(s)
- $500 connection to washing machine(s)
- $1,400 maximum total
7,000 Litre Tank or Greater
- $500 rebate
- $500 connection to toilet(s)
- $500 connection to washing machine(s)
- $1,500 maximum total
New South Wales Government
Phone: 1300 361 967
NSW Rainwater Tank Rebate - direct link
Act
The ACT Government is offering a range of incentive and rebate programs including WaterSmart Homes and GardenSmart services, as well as rainwater tank rebates.
REBATE SUMMARY
For more information:2,000 - 3,999 Litre Tank
- $750 connection to toilet or washing machine
4,000 - 8,999 Litre Tank
- $900 connection to toilet or washing machine
9,000 Litre Tank or Greater
- $1,000 connection to toilet or washing machine
Think Water, ACT Government
Phone: (02) 6207 2170
Think Water, ACT Water incentive and rebate programs - direct link
Queensland
The Queensland Government is offering WaterWise rebates to households across the State. Through the rebate scheme households will be able to obtain cash rebates for a number of water saving devices.
For more information:REBATE SUMMARY
3,000 Litres or Greater
- $1,500 connection to laundry cold water tap or toilet
Queensland Government
Phone: 1800 243 585
Home and Garden WaterWise Rebate Schemes - direct link
South Australia
A rebate of between $200 and $1000 is being offered towards the cost of purchasing and plumbing a rainwater tank to retrofit into your home for uses such as toilet flushing, clothes washing and for hot water supply.
For more information:REBATE SUMMARY
1,000 Litres or Greater
- up to $800 to purchase new tank and connect to toilet, washing machine or hot water supply
- up to $600 to connect existing tank to toilet, washing machine or hot water supply
South Australian Government
Phone: 1800 130 952
Rainwater Tank Rebates - direct link
Western Australia
This comprehensive rebate scheme offers rebates for garden irrigation products, swimming pool covers, rainwater tanks, flow regulators, washing machines, showerheads and more.
For more information:REBATE SUMMARY
600 Litres or Greater
- $50 unplumbed
2,000 Litres or Greater
- $600 or up to 50% (the lesser figure) connected to toilet or washing machine
Western Australian Government
Phone: 1300 133 646
Waterwise Rebate Program - direct link
Northern Territory
Rebates are available from the Northern Territory Government to residents of Alice Springs and Tennant Creek of up $500 for plumbing services.
REBATE SUMMARY
For more information:1,000 Litres or Greater
- up to $500 connected to toilet, washing machine, hot water system, airconditioner or to supplement household drinking water supplies
Nothern Territory Government
Phone: 8951 9209
Waterwise Central Australia Rebate Scheme - direct link
Tasmania
The Hobart City Council has announced a number of water saving rebates for residential and non-residential customers in an effort to reduce water consumption by 10%
REBATE SUMMARY
For more information:2,000 Litres or Greater
- $200 rebate
- $300 connection to toilet
- $400 connection to toilet and washing machine
Hobart City Council
Phone: 6238 2980
Hobart City Rebate Scheme - direct link
Local Rebates & Incentives
Some local councils and water providers offer rebates and incentive schemes specifically for their customers. Check out their websites to see what's available








