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Recycled water - a sustainable choice

Recycled water is a sustainable water supply that is providing benefits to more than 7,000 households across Cranbourne, Lyndhurst, Officer, Pakenham, Keysborough and Dandenong South  – and this number is growing by the day. It is supplied through distinctive purple pipes, taps and water meters.

Treated locally to Class A quality at the Eastern Treatment Plant in Carrum and the Pakenham Recycled Water Treatment Plant, planned upgrades to these plants are set to boost recycled water supply to cater for our growing population. It’s predicted that by 2030 we’ll have approximately 43,000 properties connected to recycled water in our service region. Read our Purple Press newsletter to learn more.

What is recycled water used for?
 Do's and don'ts for recycled water  


What are the benefits of recycled water?

  • Residents reduce the amount of drinking water used around the home
  • It reduces the demand on our drinking water supplies
  • It is free from water restrictions
  • It is priced at the lowest price tier that drinking water is charged at, no matter how much you use

Not only are residents making a significant contribution to the environment, but there are great savings to be made with recycled water use too. Compare the benefits.

Misplaced your Removable garden tap handle?
You can get a replacement from all reputable plumbing suppliers. Remember that South East Water only install your front yard tap, so the tap handle for your backyard tap may be different.