Key terms

The system for the collection, transmission, treatment, storage and distribution of water to customers.

Supply scheme running out of water.

The characteristics of drinking water including both health and aesthetic properties such as taste, odour and absence of contaminants.

Defines the frequency of supply shortages.

A location where you go to fill up your water containers.

Are rules targeted at reducing water usage to prolong the supply of water in your scheme, and minimise the occurrence of supply shortfall. Water restrictions are implemented in dry conditions. An example of water restrictions is not being able to water your garden.

Central Highlands Regional Council’s current water restrictions can be found here: https://www.chrc.qld.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Water-Restricitons-Table-extract.pdf.

Potable water that is delivered to properties via pipes in the street.

Increase water efficiency in our communities through both wise use and reduction of water use. This will in turn reduce or postpone the need to build more dams, drill more boreholes or seek alternative water sources.

Increase water efficiency in our communities through both wise use and reduction of water use. This will in turn reduce or postpone the need to build more dams, drill more boreholes or seek alternative water sources.

Improved monitoring of water sources provides information to supports council in sound decision-making. This helps council make more informed decisions on pumping from these sources and on water restrictions which might be required during periods of extended drought.

Upgrade works that allow Council to monitor, pump, treat and pipe potable water supply.

Adverse water supply condition planning outlines when council will implement emergency actions (triggers), and which stakeholders are involved during emergency events. It will also include alternative water sources that can be accessed during these emergency events.