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Water Saving Tips
Inside - Laundry
Only use your washing machine if you have a full load.
If you must do a half load of washing, adjust the water level to suit.
Consider purchasing a 4-star rated washing machine. These use about two thirds less water than a traditional top loader. Check www.waterrating.gov.au to see how your appliances rate.
Use the ‘sud-saver’ option (if you have it) when doing more than one load.
Use biodegradable eco-friendly detergent for improved greywater for your garden.
When washing clothes by hand, only run as much water as needed into the sink.
Pre-treat stains to reduce the need to re-wash clothes.
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Water Saving Tips
Inside
How to use less inside
Bathroom
Laundry
Kitchen
General
Outside
How to use less outside
Your garden
Vehicles and paths
Pets
Swimming pools and ponds
FREE Waterwise Gardening Workshops
Programs and Rebates from the ACT Government
Grass Roots – the turf and irrigation research project
Water Wise Achievements
For Kids
Using alternate water sources
Permanent Water Conservation Measures