Garden

Here are some things you should know... Our gardens are a vital part of our Territory lifestyle. A garden can add to your life by attracting birds and other animals, providing an outdoor recreational [...]

In the Wet season, the easiest way to save water is to turn off your sprinklers when it rains!

We need to be careful about our water use all year round – even in the wet weather. If you are going away: Reduce your irrigation schedule and let nature do the watering! Ask a neighbour or house [...]

Living Water Smart is a Power and Water initiative that was first established in 2014 to help the Darwin region save money, deliberately delay costly infrastructure spend and, of course, understand [...]

Irrigation systems can leak for a number of reasons, resulting in unnecessary water losses. Drippers can block up or blow off, joints can leak and pipes can split.

Many people think that we have an endless supply of water, but this is a myth. We are currently using more water than can be captured and supplied in the long term.

Advice for gardeners and caretakers Leaks in schools can be extremely wasteful and costly, so it’s important that those responsible for maintenance know what to look out for, and how to fix or report [...]

An attractive, well maintained garden or communal space can be a real point of difference to prospective tenants. Keeping on top of garden maintenance doesn’t have to be a major headache, but what it [...]

Get the most out of your garden without wasting water.

When watering, less really is more. But if you’re unsure (as most of us are) and are over watering just to be on the safe side, take a minute to read our advice on how to plan your watering schedule according to the time of year. Your garden and your water bill will thank you for it.

Territory homes are losing thousands of litres in hidden leaks every year - wasting water and money. The good news? Finding and fixing leaks is simple.

In the wet season, there is really only one irrigation rule of thumb. Turn it off when it rains! However, keep an eye on your garden and water it if it looks really thirsty. Here are some other ways [...]