Rain barrels and cisterns · New South Wales
Armidale Region Rainwater Tank Rebate
Run by Armidale Regional Council
- What you get
- $250 for tanks of 2,000 to 10,000 litres; $500 for tanks over 10,000 litres
- Maximum
- $500 per household
- Who qualifies
- Residents of the Armidale Region with an existing residential property (commercial, industrial and other non-residential properties excluded)
- Where
- Residential properties in the Armidale Region.
- Status
- Limited funds. Funding is limited with a short timeframe; apply early.
- Type of payment
- Rebate
What you do
Have a licensed plumber install a rainwater tank of at least 2,000 litres at your home and claim a rebate on the tank purchase.
Requirements
- Minimum tank size 2,000 litres; installation costs not covered
- Installed by a licensed plumber in line with plumbing and building codes, connected at the property on the rates notice
- One rebate per existing residential property
- Provide a recent rates notice, photo ID, invoice and receipt showing tank size, licensed plumber's declaration and Council payment form (all as PDFs)
- Development approval may be needed depending on tank size and zone
How to apply
- 1Buy the tank and have it installed by a licensed plumber
- 2Gather your rates notice, ID, proof of purchase, plumber's declaration and payment form
- 3Apply online through Council's water tank rebate link
Sources
- https://www.armidale.nsw.gov.au/Services/Water/Water-usage-and-supply/Water-Tank-Rebate (official page)
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “Armidale Region Rainwater Tank Rebate,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/new-south-wales/armidale-rainwater-tank-rebate