Rainwater Tank Rebates

Rainwater tank rebates may be available through selected councils and water authorities. Eligibility can depend on the property location, connection to town water, tank capacity, installation arrangements and how the collected rainwater will be used.

The Tank Factory does not administer these rebate programs and cannot determine whether an individual property or proposed installation will qualify. Rebate programs, available funding and eligibility conditions can change without notice.

Check eligibility before ordering

Customers should confirm the current program conditions directly with the relevant council or water authority before purchasing or installing a tank. Some programs require approval before purchase or installation and may not accept retrospective applications.

Program information on this page was last reviewed on 23 June 2026.

Northern Rivers and Northern NSW Rebates

Rous Rainwater Tank Rebate Program

The Rous Rainwater Tank Rebate Program is available to eligible residential properties connected to town water within the Rous bulk water supply area.

Eligible council areas include:

• Ballina Shire;
• Byron Shire, including Mullumbimby;
• Lismore, excluding Nimbin; and
• eligible parts of Richmond Valley, excluding Casino and land west of Coraki.

The tank must have a minimum capacity of 2,000 litres. Current tank rebates are:

• $200 for tanks from 2,000 to 4,499 litres;
• $800 for tanks from 4,500 to 8,999 litres; and
• $1,000 for tanks of 9,000 litres or more.

Additional rebates may be available where all internal toilets or a washing machine are connected to rainwater. Licensed plumbing work and a Certificate of Compliance are required for internal-connection rebates.

The current program applies to eligible tanks installed, completed and paid for between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2027. Tank capacity or connections required by BASIX are not eligible, although additional capacity or connections beyond the BASIX requirement may qualify.

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Kyogle Council Water Rebate Scheme

Kyogle Council offers rainwater tank rebates to eligible residential ratepayers connected to both the town water and sewerage systems in Kyogle, Bonalbo or Woodenbong.

Current tank rebates are:

• $200 for tanks from 2,000 to 4,499 litres;
• $300 for tanks from 4,500 to 8,999 litres; and
• $400 for tanks of 9,000 litres or more.

Additional rebates may be available where rainwater is connected to all toilets or a washing machine. Plumbing, first-flush and backflow-prevention requirements apply.

Check the Kyogle Council Water Rebate Scheme

Clarence Valley Council Rainwater Tank Rebate

Clarence Valley Council offers rebates to eligible council water customers who install a new rainwater tank for outdoor use or connect the tank to the home, toilet or laundry.

The minimum tank capacity is 3,000 litres. Current rebate levels include:

• $200 for a tank from 3,000 to 6,999 litres used without an internal connection;
• $500 for a tank from 3,000 to 6,999 litres connected to the home;
• $300 for a tank of 7,000 litres or more used without an internal connection; and
• $600 for a tank of 7,000 litres or more connected to the home.

An additional rebate of $300 may be available for connecting an eligible existing tank. BASIX-required storage is not eligible, although additional capacity exceeding the BASIX requirement may qualify.

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New England and Hunter Rebates

Tamworth Regional Council Water Saving Rebate Scheme

Tamworth Regional Council’s 2022–2027 Water Saving Rebate Scheme includes rebates for eligible rainwater tanks installed at properties connected to a council-operated reticulated water supply.

Current rainwater tank rebates include:

• 50% of the eligible hardware cost, up to $200, for tanks from 2,000 to 4,999 litres;
• 50% of the eligible hardware cost, up to $800, for tanks from 5,000 to 9,999 litres; and
• 50% of the eligible hardware cost, up to $1,000, for tanks of 10,000 litres or more.

The tank must generally be connected to a toilet and/or laundry to reduce use of the treated town-water supply. Licensed plumbing, documentation and other conditions apply.

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Upper Hunter Shire Council Rainwater Tank Rebate

Upper Hunter residents who install a rainwater tank with a capacity of at least 9,000 litres at their home may be eligible for a $400 rebate.

Customers should review the current eligibility and application conditions directly with Upper Hunter Shire Council.

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Singleton Council Rainwater Tank Rebate

Singleton Council offers a rebate to eligible ratepayers who reduce their consumption of town water by installing a new rainwater tank.

Eligibility conditions include:

• a minimum tank capacity of 2,000 litres;
• an approved connection to Singleton Council’s potable water supply;
• licensed plumbing for associated plumbing work;
• the tank must not be required by BASIX or a development condition; and
• the tank must remain in operation for at least five years.

The rebate amount is reviewed annually and published by Singleton Council. Customers should check the current amount before ordering.

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NSW South Coast and Sydney Rebates

Shoalhaven Water Rainwater Tank Rebate

Eligible properties connected to Shoalhaven City Council’s town water supply may qualify for a $500 rainwater tank rebate.

Customers must submit the required compliance checklist and receive approval before installing the tank. Rebate applications are not accepted without prior approval through the compliance process.

Tanks required to satisfy BASIX, a development consent or a subdivision requirement are not eligible.

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Eurobodalla Council Rainwater Tank Rebate

Eurobodalla Council offers rebates from $150 to $600 to eligible town-water customers who purchase and install a rainwater tank.

The tank must have a minimum capacity of 2,000 litres, or comprise two interconnected 1,000-litre tanks, and must be connected to the garden water supply. Higher rebates may be available where the tank also supplies toilets and/or a washing machine.

The application requires a paid tax invoice, licensed plumber documentation and photographs of the completed connections. BASIX and development-approval exclusions apply.

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Inner West Council Rainwater Tank Incentive Scheme

Inner West Council’s Rainwater Tank Incentive Scheme is available to eligible ratepayers, residents and businesses at rateable properties within the Inner West Council area.

The standard rebate is calculated according to the tank capacity and how the collected rainwater is used, up to a maximum of $2,000. Eligible low-income households may receive an increased rebate of up to $3,000.

The combined tank capacity must be at least 2,000 litres. Applicants must attend a free Rainwater Harvesting Workshop or webinar before applying. Tanks required by BASIX or as a condition of development consent are not eligible.

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Queensland Rainwater Tank Rebates

Livingstone Shire Council Water Rebates

Owners and occupiers of eligible residential properties within Livingstone Shire Council’s declared water service area may apply for rainwater tank rebates.

Current rebates include:

• up to $250 for a stand-alone rainwater tank used outdoors; and
• up to $500 for an integrated rainwater tank system.

The minimum tank capacity is 5,000 litres. An integrated system must include garden use, mains-water top-up and connections to at least two eligible internal uses. Applications must generally be submitted within three months of purchase.

Check the Livingstone Shire Council Water Rebates

Rockhampton Regional Council Water Saving Rebates

Rockhampton Regional Council offers rebates to eligible residents who purchase and install water-efficient products at residential properties within the region.

Current rainwater tank rebates include:

• up to $250 for a stand-alone rainwater tank; and
• up to $500 for an integrated rainwater tank system.

Eligibility, installation and supporting-document requirements apply.

Check the Rockhampton Regional Council Water Saving Rebates

Program Currently Closed

Western Downs Regional Council Water Tank Rebate

Western Downs Regional Council currently states that applications for its water tank rebate are closed for the 2025–2026 funding period.

The program previously required approval before purchasing a tank and did not permit retrospective applications. Customers in the Western Downs region should check the official council page for any future funding round before ordering.

Check the Western Downs Regional Council program status

Before Purchasing a Rainwater Tank

Before ordering, confirm directly with the relevant council or water authority:

• whether your property is within the eligible service area;
• whether the property must be connected to town water or sewerage;
• the minimum eligible tank capacity;
• whether approval is required before purchase or installation;
• whether licensed plumbing and compliance documents are required;
• whether BASIX or development requirements affect eligibility;
• whether an existing or replacement tank is eligible; and
• whether program funding remains available.

The Tank Factory supplies and delivers new water tanks and selected accessories. We do not administer rebate applications, determine customer eligibility, provide installation or plumbing services, or guarantee that a purchased product will qualify for a rebate.

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