Rebate programs
Washing Machine rebates
Council discontinued its washing machine rebate scheme for any machine purchased after 13 th March 2009. The additional information opposite on the rebate scheme is provided to enable eligible claims to be submitted for purchases on or prior to the 13 th March 2009.
The NSW Government has established a Washing Machine Rebate through the NSW Climate Change Fund. The rebate will be available from August 1, 2008 and it will provide $150 cashback on any 4.5 -star rated washing machine purchased for a residential property in NSW.
The terms and conditions of this rebate can be obtained direct from the NSW Government Department of Environment and Climate Change on 1300 361 967 or via their website. http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/rebates/ccfwmr.htm
Rainwater tank rebate program
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| Your roof is an important water catchment area |
One of the Shoalhaven’s most important water catchment areas is just above your head! During a heavy rain storm hundreds of litres of water can drain off an average roof. By installing a rainwater tank you can capture and store this precious resource to help take the strain off our town water and save money on your water accounts.
Council at its meeting of 10th March 2009 changed the rebate scheme and for rainwater tanks purchased after 13 th March 2009 a flat rebate of $150 will be available under the current terms and conditions of the scheme.
In addition, the Federal Government has recently announced its own rebate scheme for rainwater tanks or greywater systems which adds to the amount you can claim. To be eligible under the National Scheme a tank must be connected for internal water use. More information on the National Scheme can be found at www.environment.gov.au/water or direct on 1800 218 478.
Tank(s) capacity litres |
Shoalhaven Council Rebate |
Department of Environment and Climate Change rebate |
National Scheme (Connected for internal use) |
Combined rebate |
2,000 to 3,999 |
$ 150 |
$ 150 |
$400 |
$700 |
4,000 to 6,999 |
$ 150 |
$ 400 |
$500 |
$1050 |
7,000 + |
$ 150 |
$ 500 |
$500 |
$1150 |
When you get a licensed plumber to connect your rainwater tank to a washing machine and/or toilet you can claim further rebates under the NSW scheme:
State DECC Connection to |
State DECC |
Maximum combined rebate total |
$ 500 |
$500 |
$1150 |
The terms and conditions of the National and NSW Government schemes may alter. Direct contact with the agencies responsible for those schemes should be made to ascertain eligibility prior to purchase or installation.