What latest changes to water restriction rules will mean for you

Level two water restrictions are still in place across the coast, but there’s some good news for those wanting to get out the hose.

Level two water restrictions are still in place across the coast, but there’s some good news.

Level two water restrictions will remain after a severe lack of rainfall on the Fraser Coast over the past 14 months.

However, there’s some good news for those who want to keep the water up to their gardens throughout winter.

With the sun setting earlier during winter, the Fraser Coast Regional Council has received multiple requests from the community to reconsider when hand held hoses are permitted during the season.

Lenthalls Dam has been sitting at about 57 per cent capacity.

Hose restrictions times will now be extended throughout winter to 4pm until 8am the following day.

Previously, residents were only able to use their hose from 6pm until 8am the following day.

The extended hose times are in effect from now until September 30, 2021.

Level Two water restrictions include:

• Hand held hoses are permitted between 4pm and 8am the following day, however must have a water efficient trigger nozzle
• Irrigation systems (sprinklers, drippers, soaker hoses) are permitted on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 6pm until 8am the following day
• Washing windows and cleaning paved or concrete surfaces, external walls or public facilities is permitted at any time however only with a water efficient, high pressure device
• Boat motor and trailer flushing is permitted at any time for a maximum of five minutes at a low water flow
• Filling of swimming pools, spas and water features is only permitted between 6pm until 8am and must be monitored at all times
• Vehicle and boat cleaning is permitted at any time with handheld hoses (fitted with a water efficient trigger nozzle)
• Water tanks connected to or topped up by drinking water supply are subject to the current water restrictions

For information about water restrictions, visit here.