Save Our Water......with a water efficient washing machine

On average, around 20% of total household water usage occurs in the laundry. Some washing machines can use as much as 176 litres of water per wash compared to the new models which can use as little as 49 litres.

A water efficient washing machine rated 4 stars and above can save a family around 21,000 litres of water every year and means an average household water bill could be reduced by around $25. 

Rebates for washing machines

Central Coast residents who buy a washing machine rated 4.5 stars and above after 1 October 2008 can apply for a NSW Government washing machine rebate.

Applications forms for these rebates are available at all Council Customer Service Centres and Libraries or from www.environment.nsw.gov.au/rebates.

To qualify for the new washing machine rebate residents must buy the machine for use in a residential property. Other conditions also apply.

For further information on the NSW Government rebate program and full Terms and Conditions visit www.environment.nsw.gov.au/rebates.