Irrigation

These are the three Rs of the Wet Season. Self-proclaimed tree hugger, Dan from Down 2 Earth Gardens and Landscapes, is a long time Territorian having arrived in the Top End in 1995. In 2008, Dan gave [...]

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 only water it if it looks really thirsty.

In Darwin, we need to be careful about our water use all year round – even in the wet. While it may rain a lot in the wet season, only a small percentage of this water actually falls in the Darwin [...]

Living Water Smart is a Power and Water initiative to help the Darwin region reduce water use. In Darwin we currently use more water than can be captured and supplied in the long term. It’s not about [...]

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.

The 3-step leak check Step 1: Ask people in your home not to use water while you do the test, and make sure that there is no water being used in your home i.e. that the washing machine is not on. Step [...]

Many people think that Darwin has 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.

If you’re renting a property and you see an irrigation leak in a communal area like your front or back yard, it’s worth informing your landlord or property manager and asking if they know about Living [...]

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 [...]

There are several things you can do, to ensure your irrigation is effective.

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.