For people whose homes were destroyed in the 2009 Victorian bushfires there are state rebates of $1000 for a 4000-litre or more rainwater tank connected to all toilets and laundry, a $900 rebate for a 4000-litre or more tank connected to all toilets and $500 for a tank of 2000-3999 litres connected to all toilets (connection to laundry optional).
Tanks must be installed by June 30, 2011, and claims must be lodged by September 30, 2011. To be eligible for the grant, residents must provide a Plumbing Industry Certificate of Compliance and tax invoices/receipts for tank supply and installation.