Community
31 July, 2024
Water limits relaxed
DOUGLAS Shire residents are overjoyed as they celebrate the relaxation of water restrictions from level 3 to 2, following various upgrades to the shire’s facilities.
Consisting of relaxed restrictions for garden watering, pool, spa and water facilities, Shire residents are now able to water their garden at any time of day and fill any private swimming pool, spa or water facility to the minimum operating level.
Alongside various upgrades to the region’s network, the replacement of filters at Mossman and Whyanbeel treatment plants have contributed enormously to the relaxation of restrictions.
Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said she was pleased the community was returning to level 2 restrictions, commending the community’s compliance and support in these times.
“(The) Council thanks the community for following these restrictions while the water network has undergone repairs and improvements,” she said.
“The new filters being used at council’s treatment plants are Australian-made and are designed to perform even when sediments levels are high.”
