Rain barrels and cisterns · New South Wales
Eurobodalla Rainwater Tank Rebate
Run by Eurobodalla Shire Council
- What you get
- $150 to $600 per household depending on tank size and cost; the higher amount when the tank is also plumbed to the toilet and washing machine
- Maximum
- $600 per household
- Who qualifies
- Property owners in Eurobodalla Shire on Council's town water supply (non-residential properties are also eligible)
- Where
- Properties on Eurobodalla Council's town water supply.
- Status
- Open. Open until each financial year's funding is used.
- Type of payment
- Rebate
What you do
Install a rainwater tank of 2,000 litres or more connected to your roof and garden water supply, and claim a rebate online, with more if it also supplies the toilet and washing machine.
Requirements
- Tank installed on or after 1 July 2025
- Minimum 2,000 L capacity (one tank or a combination); tanks over 10,000 L need development consent
- Connected to the roof and at least one outdoor (garden) use if there are no internal connections
- Internal plumbing only to toilets and washing machines, by a licensed plumber
- New tank with a 12-month warranty
- Tanks required by BASIX or development consent are not eligible
- One rainwater tank rebate per property; finish all plumbing before applying
- Strata properties need body corporate approval
- First come, first served until each financial year's funding runs out
How to apply
- 1Read the eligibility criteria and terms on Council's Rebately page
- 2Buy and install the tank (and any plumbing)
- 3Apply online through Rebately with your documents
- 4Receive the rebate by bank transfer within about 4 to 6 weeks of approval
Sources
- https://www.esc.nsw.gov.au/residents/saving-energy-and-water/save-water-at-home (official page)
- https://rebately.co/eurobodalla/rebates/rainwater-tanks/
- https://rebately.co/eurobodalla/about/
- https://www.esc.nsw.gov.au/news-and-events/latest-news/2025/water-in-the-tank,-money-in-the-bank
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “Eurobodalla Rainwater Tank Rebate,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/new-south-wales/eurobodalla-rainwater-tank-rebate