Rebates for Greywater Systems

There are conditions and eligibility criteria for rebates on greywater diversion and treatment systems in Australia. The Australian Government is providing rebates of up to $500 to households until 31st March 2014 through the National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative 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.

There are also specific state run programs to help you make practical improvements to your home to save energy and water. In some states these include rebates for shower heads, washing machines, toilets and solar hot water. In addition, water audits are offered.

• Living Greener website – Rebates and assistance available in your area
• Australian Government Green Start program
  The Green Start program helps householders improve the energy efficiency of their homes by providing grants to make practical improvements to their home to save energy and water.
• National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative

No additional information available.

Neither the NSW Government or Sydney Water offers rebates to householders for greywater systems at this time.

• Gosford Wyong offers a great rebate

NSW residents are advised to contact their local council to see if further rebates are available.

The NT Government does not offer additional rebates to householders for greywater systems at this time. For more information on other water wise rebates in the NT, visit the NT Government website.

• NT Government

The Queensland Government does not offer additional rebates to householders for greywater systems at this time. Please contact your local council to see if further rebates are available in your area.

The SA Government does not offer additional rebates to householders for greywater systems at this time. Please contact your local council to see if further rebates are available in your area.

The Victorian Government offers a $30 rebates on purchases of one or more products with a combined value of $100 or more, including the purchase of temporary greywater diverters.

A permanent greywater tank system is eligible for a $500 rebate under the Victorian Government's Living Victoria Water Rebate Program. To be eligible, a licensed plumber must be used for installation, supported by a certificate from the Plumbing Industry Commission.

• Living Victoria – Greywater system rebates
  Victorian Government information on direct diversion non treatment greywater systems which are eligible for Living Victoria Home and Garden Rebates.
• Living Victoria – Water Rebate Program
  The Living Victoria Water Rebate Program gives you the chance to save water and money when you purchase eligible water-saving products between 1 July 2011 and 30 June 2013.

The WA Government does not offer additional rebates to householders for greywater systems at this time. Please contact your local council to see if further rebates are available in your area.