Narromine Shire Council is implementing Level 2 Moderate Water Restrictions for Narromine township effective from Tuesday evening 30 December 2025.

The restrictions will run for a period of two weeks in order to help stabilise water demand across the network.

Recent hot weather has resulted in water usage increasing to more than four times the typical winter demand.

While there is plenty of groundwater available, Narromine’s Water Treatment Plant is unable to treat water at the current rate of consumption.

These temporary restrictions are intended to support consistent supply, protect infrastructure and ensure water remains available for essential household and consumer needs.

Under Level 2 Moderate Restrictions, residents are asked to be particularly mindful of outdoor water use.

Council requests that gardens and lawns be watered every second day only, following the schedule below:

• Odd-numbered properties: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

• Even-numbered properties: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday

No garden watering should occur on Sundays.

Narromine Shire Council appreciates the community’s cooperation during this period.

“We know residents rely on their gardens, especially during summer,” said Ms Melanie Slimming, Director Infrastructure and Engineering Services.

"These restrictions are not about a lack of water - they’re about giving the treatment plant enough time to keep up with current demand.

"By working together, we can ease pressure on the system while maintaining reliable supply for everyone.

"Council will continue to monitor usage closely and will review the restrictions again at the end of the two-week period."

For more information, please contact Council’s Water Utility Team via email [email protected] or visit Council’s social media page for further updates and information.

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