Water Restrictions
Level 1 Water Restrictions have been implemented in the Narromine Shire including Narromine, Trangie and Tomingley until further notice. Clause 137 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 allows for restrictions to be imposed if Council deems it necessary. Water restrictions apply to all water users in Narromine, Trangie and Tomingley, including residents, visitors and businesses who receive water from Council’s pressurised reticulation network.
Level 1 Water Restrictions are as follows:
| Watering of lawns and gardens | Water systems, drip systems, soaker hoses, non-fixed sprinklers and hand-held hoses between 6pm & 9am |
| Washing down of paved/concrete surfaces | Permitted with a trigger hose |
| Irrigation of New Turf | Permitted for one week after laying |
| Topping up Private Swimming Pools and Spas | Permitted |
| First Fill of Private Swimming Pools | Permitted |
| Car Washing | Permitted with bucket and rinse with trigger hose on lawn |
| Washing of Clothes | Permitted |
| Shower/Baths | Permitted |
| Use of Evap Coolers | Permitted |
| Inflatable/Tempoary Children's Pools | Permitted |
Summer Time - refers to Daylight Saving period 2.00am Eastern Standard Time first Sunday in October to Eastern Daylight Saving Time 3.00am first Sunday in April.
Businesses:
Businesses in Narromine, Trangie and Tomingley are encouraged to conserve water where possible. Businesses are encouraged to complete a Water Saving Action Plan (WASP). Download a WASP below;
| Water Saving Action Plan |
Water Saving Tips:
Click here for tips on water saving.
