Pools, Spas and Water Toys
Pools and spas
Filling
Swimming pools or spas (new or existing) with a capacity of less than 2,000 litres can only be filled by by means of a hand-held hose fitted with a trigger nozzle, bucket or watering can or an automatic water top up device.
Swimming pools or spas (new or existing) with a capacity of more than 2,000 litres cannot be filled unless in accordance with an approved 
Swimming Pool Water Use Plan & Exemption Application.
Topping up
An existing pool or spa of any size can be topped up using an automatic top up device or a hand held hose fitted with a trigger nozzle, bucket or watering can. A mobile spa can only be filled or topped up in accordance with an approved Swimming Pool Water Use Plan & Exemption Application.
Water toys
A water toy connected to a hose cannot be used at any time.
Frequently asked questions
My pool needs repairs – and I would like to fill it up with drinking water afterwards, what do I need to do?
A new or existing pool or spa of greater than 2,000 litres can only be filled in accordance with a Swimming Pool Water Use Plan & Exemption Application.
How can I ensure my swimming pool is water efficient?
You can take three easy steps to transform your pool into a Water Neutral Pool, which can save more than 6,000 litres of water every year:
- Install/use a water tank for topping up
- Use a cover to reduce evaporation
- Install a backwash minimisation system to prevent unnecessary water loss.
The Water Neutral Pool initiative is supported by the greater metropolitan water utilities. For more information visit www.spasavic.com.au