Stage 2 Water Restrictions now in force for towns on the Goulburn & Murray Rivers

1 May 2007

Stage 4 water restrictions come into operation for Nathalia, Numurkah, Picola and Wunghnu from Tuesday 1^st May 2007. 

Goulburn Valley Water, Chief Executive Mr Laurie Gleeson, said other towns on different supply systems were going onto Stage 2 or Stage 3.  “Under Stage 4 water restrictions all outside watering using the town water supply is banned.. 

“Stage 4 water restrictions do not restrict the use of bore water or grey water.  However, when using grey water people should follow these simple dos and don’ts, he said.

• only use grey water from baths, showers, hand basins, laundry tubs and washing machines (preferably the final rinse water);

• rotate the lawn and garden areas you water as watering the same spot may affect the soil and cause plants to die;

• only apply enough water that the soil can absorb;

• stop using grey water during wet periods, if odours are generated or if plants do not appear to be healthy;

• don’t water vegetable gardens if the crop is to be eaten raw or uncooked and be careful when using grey water on native plants;

• don’t store grey water;

• don’t let children or pets drink or play with grey water;

• make sure grey water cannot flow from your property, enter swimming pools, or enter the stormwater system;

• choose laundry detergents with low phosphorus, sodium and nitrogen content; and

• wash your hands following garden watering with grey water.

Mr Gleeson said that all Goulburn Valley Water customers should have received a letter, and brochure by now.  “If any customer has not received this they can contact our 24 hour customer service centre on Free Call 1800 45 45 00 and a set will be sent out to them.”

Authorised By L.J. Gleeson 104-110 Fryers Street Shepparton