Save Water

Save Water

Most of our drinking water is used for everyday activities like showering, flushing toilets, washing dishes and laundry.

If each of us uses less than 150 litres per day, we’ll help stop our dams from reaching critically low levels when very severe water restrictions would come into effect.

How much water do you use at home? Use our water calculator to estimate how much water you and your family use each day. Explore our tips below to discover simple ways you can save water in your everyday activities.

Calculate your water usage

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Average water usage

Shower
Shower

Shower

3-star rated showerhead

4 minute shower

9L/minute

Regular showerhead

4 minute shower

18L/minute

 

Disclaimer:

This usage table is designed to give average values of typical home appliances water usage. As such, the figures may not exactly match your personal household water consumption.

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