Federal – Water rebates
The Australian Government announced on 10th may 2011 that it will no longer be providing rebates for rainwater tanks or greywater systems under the National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative. Rainwater tanks or greywater systems purchased after 10 May 2011 will not be eligible for an Australian Government rebate.
Householders may still apply for a rebate for rainwater tanks or greywater systems that were purchased on or before 10 May 2011. However all applications must be received by the Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities by 10 November 2011.
Applications will not be accepted after this time.
| Rebate type | Federal rainwater tank rebate | |
| Eligible Renewable technology/item | Rainwater tanks | |
| Applicable sector | Residential properties | |
| Rebate amount | 2000 to 3999 litres | $400. |
| 4000 litres or greater | $500. | |
| Additional information | The guidelines and application form for the National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative are available from www.environment.gov.au/water or by calling 1800 808 571. | |
| Rebate type | Federal greywater system rebate |
| Eligible Renewable technology/item | Permanent greywater systems |
| Applicable sector | Residential properties |
| Rebate amount | $500. |
| Additional information | The guidelines and application form for the National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative are available from www.environment.gov.au/water or by calling 1800 808 571. |
