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During 2003 community purposes water use represented about 13% (25,000 ML) of total mains water use. Irrigating parks, gardens, ovals and sports fields uses approximately 15,000 ML per year.
Meeting the Challenge
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Strategy 32: Organisations managing Adelaide’s parks and gardens will be encouraged to look at replanting some areas with water-efficient vegetation.
Completion date: Ongoing
Lead agency: SA Water |
Reports, progress and links:
This strategy is being undertaken in conjunction with Strategy 28.
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Strategy 33: A code of practice that encourages irrigation efficiency for public purposes water use will be developed by the SA Government in consultation with the Irrigation Association of Australia, Local Government Association of SA, Botanic Gardens and sporting associations.
Completion date: Completed
Lead agency: SA Water |
Reports, progress and links:
The Code of Practice has been developed and was launched in March 2008. The Code will now be rolled out to schools and recreation and sporting groups. This Strategy is being undertaken in conjunction with Strategy 28.
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Strategy 34: High-volume community purpose water use organisations will be required to achieve ‘Smart Approved Water Mark’ scheme accreditation.
Completion date: 2012
Lead agency: SA Water |
Reports, progress and links:
This strategy is being undertaken in conjunction with Strategy 16.
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