Water

Information on the ACT Water Resources Act, Water Reports, Environmental Flows, Fisheries Management, Recreational Fishing in the ACT and other usefull resources

• ACT Water Resources Legislation and Information Sheets
  This page has information sheets and links that provide answers to questions on the Water Resources Act here in the ACT.
• ACT Water Resources Application Forms and Fees
  This page contains the Application Forms that are required to be completed when applying for Water LIcences under the new Water Resources Act 2007.
• ACT Water Reports
  Information on Water Reports.
• ACT Water Resource Strategy
  Strategy on ACT Water Resources.
• Environmental Flows
  Environmental flows are the flows of water in our rivers and streams that are necessary to maintain healthy aquatic ecosystems.
• Fisheries Management
  Links to Fisheries Management.
• Recreational Fishing in the ACT
  Links to recreational fishing.
• Waterwatch ACT
  The aim is to encourage and support the community to take responsibility for improving the quality of water in the catchment.
• Water Quality in Our Lakes and Ponds
  The ACT Government monitors the environmental status of Canberra's Lakes and Ponds.
• Keeping Stormwater Clean
  The ACT Government aims to protect our aquatic environments by keeping stormwater as clean as possible.
• Greywater Use - Guidelines for Residential Properties in Canberra
  Greywater may contain harmful substances, by following the guidelines you will be able to use greywater without compromising public health, your household or the environment.
• ACT Water Efficiency Calculator
  Do you know how you use water around your house and garden or how efficient your appliances are.
• Rainwater Tank Guidelines
  Guidelines have been prepared to help you understand the key issues that need to be studied when planning a successful tank installation.