Harvest rainwater

If you live in the Top End, you might decide to collect water for personal use.

The Northern Territory’s consistent wet season makes water collection a practical choice for some residents.

Rainwater harvesting means collecting rainwater that falls on your roof, storing it in tanks , and using it later either inside or outside your home or business.

If you collect and store the rainwater properly, it's a reliable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly source of clean water.

In the Top End region, rural properties usually have enough space for a large tank.

Compared to drilling a bore, the cost and installation of a rainwater tank is reasonable.

You can connect tanks to buildings for non-drinking uses like flushing toilets and washing clothes.

You can also use them to water gardens and fill up pools or hot tubs.

Diversifying your water supply

Residents in rural areas often get their water from underground sources, which can sometimes run out.

Collecting rainwater provides you with another option so you don’t need to rely just on underground sources.

Installing and maintaining your tank

To make sure the water you drink from your rainwater tank is safe, it's important to clean it regularly, along with your roof, gutters, inlets, and screens.

Find out how to maintain your rainwater tank.

Contact

If you have any questions, contact the Water Resources office.