This is the current water restriction level for Yarraman water supply scheme users. A summary of conditions of water use when at this water restriction level is as follows.
| Activities | Usage permitted under Level 1 |
|---|---|
| Watering of gardens and lawns - with handheld hoses or buckets/watering cans. | Permitted at any time. |
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Watering of gardens and lawns - Using irrigation devices and installed systems. NOTE: Requirements for any new irrigation system installations must follow the QWC Water Efficiency Guideline: Efficient Irrigation for Water Conservation Guidelines (March 1, 2009). Watering of new turf only until established. |
ONLY on the following times and days: 7am - 9 am and 5pm - 7 pm. ODD or unnumbered properties: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. Two hours per day on days not otherwise permitted above |
| Washing of motor vehicles, boats, caravans, trucks/trailers. | Permitted. |
| Washing of buildings. | Permitted. |
| Filling of swimming pools & external spas. Note: Pool owners are encouraged to keep their pool covered when not in use. |
Permitted. |
| Operation of water toys. | Permitted. |
| Filling ponds and fountains. | Permitted. |
| Water use in construction. | Permitted. |
| Irrigation of sporting fields, bowling greens, etc. |
Maximum of 12 hours per week with sprinklers or watered in accordance with a Water Conservation Plan approved by Council. |
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