When you look at this law, you will see some special rules that apply during a transition period. These rules are found in a part of the law called Schedule 1. You can find Schedule 1 at Schedule 1, which explains how these rules work.

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5: Interpretation, or

"What special words mean in this law about water services"

7: Act binds the Crown, or

"The government must follow this law too"

Part 1Preliminary provisions

6Transitional, savings, and related provisions

The transitional, savings, and related provisions (if any) set out in Schedule 1 have effect according to their terms.