Saving Water
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In an average Victorian household, most of the water is used in the bathroom (50 per cent), followed by the laundry (22 per cent), garden (19 per cent) and kitchen (8 per cent). Showers usually use the most water, followed by washing machines.
Save water in the home:
- Install a 3 star water efficient showerhead. Click here for further information on Council's FREE Showerhead Exchange Program
- Take shorter showers (four minutes or less) - use a shower timer!
- Turn the water off when brushing your teeth or shaving
- Wash dishes and clothing with a full load
- Plug the sink when washing vegetables and fruit
- Install a dual flush toilet or flush control device, visit the Dual Flush Toilet Replacement Program website for more information
- Fix all water leaks and dripping taps
- Install flow restrictors in all taps
- Install water efficient appliances (look for star ratings on items such as dishwashers and washing machines (the more stars, the more water efficient). Visit the Water Rating website for more information
- Use rainwater as an alternative source for flushing of toilets - for further information go to Rainwater Tanks
Saving Water in the Garden
For information on saving water in the garden go to Waterise Gardening.
Business Tips
There's a lot you can do to improve efficiency and save water in your business.
Funding Assistance
There are various funding sources available for water-related projects in Victoria and Australia.
Water Management Tips
South East Water, the local water retailer, has water saving solutions for industry that will help you make a positive contribution to the environment and save money in the process.
Hydroshare Program
HydroShare is an innovative web-based reporting system that enables major industrial, commercial and institutional customers to further their knowledge and understanding of their water consumption.
Benchmarking Reports
When seeking to increase water efficiency, it helps to understand how your business compares with industry benchmarks. South East Water, City West Water and Yarra Valley Water have developed a report to help you understand how efficient you are with water use.
Business Dual Flush Toilet Replacement Program
By installing a dual flush toilet, your business could save up to 20,000 litres of water per toilet each year and reduce the cost of your water bills!
Reporting a burst or leaking water main
To report a burst or leaking water main in Frankston City, please contact the local water retailer, South East Water, Faults and Emergencies on 132 812.
For Further Information
Please contact the Environment Department on 9784 1747 or e-mail environment@frankston.vic.gov.au.