Greywater reuse

Gosford City and Wyong Shire Councils support the temporary use of greywater during the current drought.

Greywater is household wastewater that’s usually disposed of via the normal drainage system. It can come from baths, spas, showers, hand basins, washing machine rinse cycles or laundry tubs.

It does not include waste water from flush toilets, dishwashers or kitchen sinks.
Water must be collected in a bucket, or similar, and used as an alternative source of water for garden irrigation.

Greywater must be used immediately and not stored. The water also should not be allowed to pool on the surface or run onto neighbouring properties.

Based on current NSW Health guidelines and regulations, there are three ways greywater can be used for domestic purposes:

• Temporary application during a drought
      
• Permanent diversion devices; and
     
• Permanent treatment systems.

See additional details on the NSW Department of Health guidelines .

Greywater rebate scheme

Wyong Shire Council offers a rebate of up to $1,000 for residents connected to the town water supply who install a NSW Health accredited greywater treatment system.

Residents who wish to install a greywater treatment system must obtain approval from Council.

Contact one of Council’s Customer Service Centre for details.

Once your greywater treatment system has been approved Council will process the rebate and issue you a cheque.

Page last updated: 13/11/2007