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Reviews & features: water restrictions

Soil not retaining water

Q: When it rains our mulch seems to get wet but not the ground underneath. …more

Grey water re-use

Q: I was thinking of using my washing up water and clothes washing rinse water to water the veggie garden. …more

Drip irrigation

Q: G'Day Bob. I am looking at installing a drip irrigation system to feed off a rainwater tank. …more

Garden maintenance

Q: Because of the water restrictions and the drought I don't want to plant anything new in my garden ... …more

Soapy water on pot plants

Q: Hello. I am wondering if I can use soapy water from the bathroom to water my potted plants which are mostly succulents and ficus? …more

Water wise plants

Q: We have a Queenslander home and I would like to do a garden in the front of the house. …more

Water restrictions in Brisbane

Information on Target 170 water restrictions across Brisbane and South East Queensland. …more

Beat the drought in your garden

The drought and Level 6 water restrictions might mean your garden is not looking its best. But don’t despair! There are ways to beat the drought…more