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Commerce Act 1986

Regulated goods or services - Water services - Other functions of Commission in relation to water services

57R: Water efficiency

You could also call this:

"Using water carefully for water services"

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When the Commission is making decisions about water services, you can think of it like they are trying to be careful with water. The Commission may consider how water is used efficiently, including ways to reuse and conserve water, and manage how much water people need. They want to make sure water resources are used in a smart way to help with water services.

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Part 4Regulated goods or services
Water services: Other functions of Commission in relation to water services

57RWater efficiency

  1. In performing or exercising its functions and powers under this subpart, the Commission may take into account the efficient use of water resources in relation to water services, including reuse, conservation, and demand management.

Notes
  • Section 57R: inserted, on , by section 14 of the Local Government (Water Services) (Repeals and Amendments) Act 2025 (2025 No 43).