Dalby eases water restrictions ...

Excerpt from Dalby Town Council media release:

Watering hours extended

13 December 2007

Welcome rain over the last few weeks has brought water flowing back into Loudoun Weir and a change to Dalby Town Council’s current level three water restrictions.

Dalby Mayor Cr Warwick Geisel said watering hours had been relaxed to allow residents to use sprinklers for a two hour period, but cautioned residents to remain sensible with water usage.

"Even though watering restrictions have been relaxed the community still needs to be mindful of their water use," Cr Geisel said.

“Remember using more water will increase your water bill,” he said.

“Residents need to be aware that in some households using a garden hose or sprinkler can cost up to $2.00 per hour.

Council’s spokesperson for water Councillor Barry O’Shea said Council would continue to monitor water levels and review restrictions in the New Year.
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