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Be Groundwater Wise Learn about our precious groundwater, garden bores and how to use groundwater wisely in Western Australia!

The cooler, wetter weather is here! That means it’s time to water your garden less.If you use a reticulation controller,...
28/05/2026

The cooler, wetter weather is here! That means it’s time to water your garden less.

If you use a reticulation controller, switch it to manual mode. It’s an easy way to be waterwise - only watering your lawn and garden when its needed, not when it rains. And from 1 June, remember to turn it off completely.

Small changes make a big difference!

Find out more about waterwise irrigation:
https://begroundwaterwise.wa.gov.au/the-right-advice-for-waterwise-sprinklers-and-irrigation-systems/

As the cooler weather arrives in autumn (Djeran in Noongar calendar season), now’s the perfect time to prepare your lawn...
26/05/2026

As the cooler weather arrives in autumn (Djeran in Noongar calendar season), now’s the perfect time to prepare your lawn for the months ahead:

• Apply wetting agents to help water reach the soil and keep lawn fungus at bay.
• Turn down or switch off reticulation as rains begin. Use manual mode, so you only water when needed.
• Aerate compacted areas with a fork or corer to help water and nutrients reach the roots.

Getting your garden ready now will help it thrive through the cooler winter months.

For waterwise gardening tips, visit: https://begroundwaterwise.wa.gov.au/waterwise-gardens-lawns-and-verges/

Did you lose a shady tree to the Polyphagous shot hole borer (PSHB)?Claim $150 to plant a shady tree, cool your neighbou...
25/05/2026

Did you lose a shady tree to the Polyphagous shot hole borer (PSHB)?

Claim $150 to plant a shady tree, cool your neighbourhood, boost biodiversity, and invite birds and bees to thrive!

Losing trees to PSHB has been devastating for our community and local wildlife. The Western Australian Tree Recovery Program is here to help!

Led by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, the program supports residents and local areas to replant trees lost to PSHB, working alongside local governments..

PSHB is a tiny beetle that bores deep into tree trunks, stems and branches, impacting trees across Perth.

Eligible residents may receive a rebate of up to $150 for every tree replaced.

Let’s rebuild greener, waterwise and healthy spaces for Western Australians and our wildlife!

For more info on how to qualify and submit a claim, visit: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-water-and-environmental-regulation/wa-tree-recovery

Be groundwater wise - plant more shade trees and cool down the neighbourhood! Plant a native tree and apply for the $150...
24/05/2026

Be groundwater wise - plant more shade trees and cool down the neighbourhood!

Plant a native tree and apply for the $150 rebate!

The Western Australian State Government has launched the Treebate Program, encouraging Western Australians to plant more native trees at home.

- Claim up to $150 back when you buy one native tree
- Available to 10,000 WA residents each year for four years
- Redeem your rebate easily via the ServiceWA app

To claim your rebate, you’ll need to:
- Choose one native tree with a mature canopy of at least 3 metres
- Take a photo of the plant label (common or scientific name)
- Keep your tax invoice as proof of purchase

Get planting and help grow a waterwise garden that is greener, shadier and cools the neighbourhood.

To find out more about the Treebate Program, visit: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-water-and-environmental-regulation/treebate

Changing the garden up - have you heard of hydrozoning? Whether you’re starting a new garden or giving your current one ...
21/05/2026

Changing the garden up - have you heard of hydrozoning?

Whether you’re starting a new garden or giving your current one a makeover, hydrozoning is worth considering.

By grouping plants with similar water, nutrient and maintenance needs, you can improve water efficiency, reduce overwatering, and enjoy a healthy, diverse, waterwise garden.

To learn more about hydrozoning or waterwise garden ideas, visit:
https://begroundwaterwise.wa.gov.au/waterwise-gardens-lawns-and-verges/

Mulch is sunscreen for your soil! Mulch protects your soil from the sun by acting as a natural barrier. It locks in mois...
20/05/2026

Mulch is sunscreen for your soil!

Mulch protects your soil from the sun by acting as a natural barrier. It locks in moisture, reduces evaporation, and suppresses weeds.
• Less water needed.
• Fewer weeds to pull.
• A healthier, happier garden.
Your garden (and your weekends) will thank you!

To learn more about mulch and how good it is for the garden and your soil, visit:
https://begroundwaterwise.wa.gov.au/waterwise-gardens-lawns-and-verges/

Did you know that groundwater supports the Lake Clifton thrombolites? Lake Clifton (Noorook Yalgorap) is one of the few ...
19/05/2026

Did you know that groundwater supports the Lake Clifton thrombolites?

Lake Clifton (Noorook Yalgorap) is one of the few places in the world home to living thrombolites - known as Woggaal Noorook by the Noongar people. These ancient living structures are critically endangered and rely on consistent inflows of fresh groundwater to survive.

Reduced groundwater flow is increasing salinity across the Peel Yalgorup Ramsar site, creating conditions that threaten the survival of these rare ecosystems.

You can help protect precious natural resources like this one by reducing your groundwater use.

To find out more about our groundwater and the vital role it plays in our water supply, visit: https://begroundwaterwise.wa.gov.au/most-of-us-rely-on-groundwater/

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