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	ENVIRONMENT & WASTE VIEWING: HOME / ENVIRONMENT & WASTE / WATER Water Queensland Urban Utilities New water and wastewater business, Queensland Urban Utilities is being launched as a result of the state government's restructure of the water industry. Brisbane, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset councils are working together to form the new business. Water services Find information about water services such as Queensland Urban Utilities, Water Distribution and Water Retail. For home Links to information on water restrictions, water saving ideas and grey water. Find out more about water and sewerage charges. For businesses Learn about the Business Water Efficiency Program including water saving tips, water, sewerage and trade waste charges, water and sewerage design and connection, metered standpipes and online services and water efficiency management plans. Water management Council is managing the drought through strategies which include stormwater harvesting, pressure and leakage management and purified recycled water, find out more. Water quality and treatment Water quality, water treatment, recycled water and drinking water will be the responsibility of Queensland Urban Utilities from November 2009. Water design and connection From November 2009, Queensland Urban Utilities will be responsible for water design and connection. Water meters From November 2009, Queensland Urban Utilities are responsible for water meter services. Rainwater tanks What you should consider when purchasing a rainwater tank, the required standards and approvals, tips on owning and using a rainwater tank and home connection options. Frequently asked questions and facts Find Council's glossary of terms, answers to frequently asked questions and various fact sheets about current drought and water restrictions. Sewerage services Queensland Urban Utilities will be suppling sewerage design and connection services from November 2009. Related informationWaterSmart City Strategy Flood Flag Map	Green Heart home Water Water services For home For businesses Water management Water quality & treatment Water design & connection Water meters Rainwater tanks Frequently asked questions & facts Sewerage services Bushland and waterways Gardening Weeds Wildlife Air quality Rubbish bins Recycling Rubbish tips and collections Asbestos Litter prevention Illegal dumping Plans & projects Something need fixing? Take a photo using your mobile phone and send it to 0429 2 FIX IT (0429 234 948) Brisbane is big, so send a clear photo with the vital info to help us locate the problem. Maps A range of maps are available online: bikeways, walking trails, parks & gardens, ward boundaries, building & zoning and lots more. What's on Use our What's On guide to find events and activities in Brisbane.
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