Water

This section of the site provides information about:

• Drinking water
  Legislation, guidelines and protocols, newsletter, frequently asked questions, annual report and water business address list.

• Protecting our drinking water catchments
  The actions of people living in, or visiting, our drinking water catchment areas can have a significant impact on the drinking water supply of downstream communities. Poor quality drinking water can affect public health.
  

• Blue green algae
  Guide to blue green algae, and coordination plan for blue-green algal bloom notifications.

• Rainwater
  Information on the safe use of rainwater.

• Water recycling and alternative water sources
  Options for water recycling include the use of greywater, recycled or reclaimed water, and rainwater.

• Swimming pools & spas
  Cleaning of spa baths, cryptosporidium and cryptosporidiosis faecal accident policy, and the pool operators' handbook.

• Recreational Waterways
  Recreational water activities can have benefits for health and wellbeing. Victorian rivers, streams, lakes and beaches provide environments for rest and recreation, physical activity, exercise and fun.
  

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