Water topics

• Water and the natural environment
• Drainage and stormwater
• Water and health
• Water supply
• Water conservation
• Wastewater
• Brochures and more informaton

Fun stuff

• Waterwise house
• Water conservation - home
• Water conservation - garden
• Saving water quiz
• Waterwise garden quiz

Waterwise Schools Program

• Becoming a Waterwise School
• Recognised Waterwise Schools

For teachers

• Water education talks

On this site students will find information on water topics, fun stuff and cool sites to visit; teachers will find information on water topics and the Waterwise Schools Program.

Congratulations to ORANA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
ORANA CATHOLIC SCHOOL became recognised as Western Australia's 461st Waterwise school.

	See the complete list of Waterwise schools

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Waterwise Kids

	Fun Stuff - Find out some water saving hints. Visit the Waterwise House and see whether you can receive a certificate for passing the Junior Saving Water or Waterwise Garden Quiz.

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Enormous water wastage occurs in the garden during summer. In Perth, lawns and plants only need about 10 mm of water at each watering. Check your sprinkler output by seeing how much is collected in a straight sided container over a period of time.

Upcoming Events:

Event Start Date End Date World Water Day World Water Day is a day designated by the United Nations General Assembly to celebrate the value of water and get involved in protecting this precious resource. For more information, see WWD website 22 March 10 22 March 10 World Environment Day World Environment Day is a day to focus on environmental issues and the actions that can be taken to protect our natural environment. For more information, see WED website 05 June 10 05 June 10 World Oceans Day World Oceans Day is a time to remember the life-giving role of oceans worldwide.The theme emphasizes our connection to the ocean, no matter where we live. For more information, see World Oceans Day website 08 June 10 08 June 10 Schools Tree Day Today is Planet Ark's 'Schools Tree Day'. Sponsored by Toyota, the number of schools becoming involved rises steadily each year. Today, tens of thousands of students around Australia will join in tree planting activities and fun outdoor eco-lessons. Lesson plans are available by contacting 1300 88 5000 or visiting www.planetark.com/treeday 30 July 10 30 July 10 National Water Week National Water Week is an annual event held in October across Australia, hosted by each State and Territory. The initiative is designed to help members of the community of all ages and walks of life to understand and take action to protect and conserve our precious water resources and habitats. 18 October 10 24 October 10

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