Rain barrels and cisterns · Victoria

East Gippsland Water Rainwater Tank Rebate

Run by East Gippsland Water

OpenLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
$850 for a 2,000-3,999L tank connected to toilet and/or laundry; $1,300 for 4,000L or more connected to toilet or laundry; $1,500 for 4,000L or more connected to both
Maximum
$1,500 per household
Who qualifies
East Gippsland Water residential and small business customers, or tenants of a customer.
Where
Customers of East Gippsland Water in East Gippsland Shire.
Status
Open. Program runs until 30 June 2028.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Install a rainwater tank connected to your toilet and/or laundry by a licensed plumber and claim a rebate.

Requirements

  • Tank connected to the toilet and/or laundry
  • Installed by a licensed plumbing practitioner with a Plumbing Industry Commission certificate of compliance
  • Purchased and installed between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2028
  • Maximum $1,500 in rebates per customer across the program
  • Original receipts; some items need a plumber's receipt or building permit

How to apply

  1. 1Buy and install the tank with a licensed plumber
  2. 2Complete the Water Efficiency Rebate Program application form
  3. 3Attach receipts and the plumber's compliance certificate
  4. 4Rebates under $500 are credited to your water account; larger ones paid by EFT

Timing and deadlines

Purchases 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2028; claims lodged by 30 September 2028.

Sources

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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Source: Sow, “East Gippsland Water Rainwater Tank Rebate,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/victoria/east-gippsland-water-rainwater-tank-rebate

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