We’re proud to share this clever FenceTank installation in Forrest Hill, Auckland. Working with the homeowner, our team replaced approximately 14 metres of boundary fencing with seven interconnected FenceTanks, creating 7,000 litres of rainwater storage without taking up additional outdoor space. 

At the Victoria Sports & Recreation Hub in Tairāwhiti Gisborne, we worked alongside Civil Assist, Architects44 and Siteworx Civil Ltd to rethink how drainage could be integrated around the new sports courts. Together, the project team engineered a Porous Lane surface over the existing channel drains, creating a seamless, accessible finish that manages stormwater, removes exposed grates and diverts approximately 240 end-of-life tyres from landfill.

This St. Marys Park case study explores how Porous Lane permeable paving was installed across just 26% of a carpark to capture stormwater, reduce surface runoff and support passive irrigation for surrounding urban trees.

Explore the features of the FloodFree Hydraulic Tilting Flood Barrier, an automated flood defence solution engineered to protect buildings while prioritising safe, reliable deployment.

This Auckland Council project was delivered by Ventia, who are leading the way in integrating low-carbon, sustainable materials into public works. Ventia introduced Porous Lane as an alternative to a traditional timber boardwalk and tree root bridging detail to improve long-term performance, reduce environmental impact, and enhance safety for users on a steep, tree-sensitive slope. Watersmart was engaged to support the delivery of this solution. 

Read more about how Auckland Transport used prous lane to create resilient and future proofing footpaths for the Eastern Busway Project.

Learn how this homeowner included water recycling into his home with Hydraloop to fill toilets and laundry water.

Learn how a Piha family saved 37,250 litres of water (30% of total usage) in 18 months using the Hydraloop recycling system. Perfect for off-grid water security.

Porous Lane driveway installed on in Henderson Valley to prevent water pooling and help stormwater management.

Porous Lane tree pits installed on Mayoral Drive, Auckland CBD to encourage tree growth and reduce maintenance.

New Zealand’s First Porous Lane Parking Bay – Te Atatū
Watersmart has completed New Zealand’s first Porous Lane parking bay in Te Atatū — a milestone in sustainable stormwater design. Installed on a steep residential site, the 55m² Porous Lane Traffic Mix in Grey provides a strong, low-maintenance, and highly permeable surface that blends seamlessly with the existing driveway. The result: improved drainage, reduced runoff, and performance exceeding international permeability standards.

Slim City Tank

In the heart of Sydney, more than 150 tree surrounds have already been upgraded with Porous Lane permeable pavement, covering over 350m² and recycling 1,050+ tyres to date. The City of Sydney is replacing cracked concrete surrounds with a solution that is both resilient to root movement and designed to support healthier urban trees through high infiltration.

A 156 m² Porous Lane footpath at Tuggeranong Foreshore is helping trees thrive by recycling 468 tyres into a flexible, permeable pavement that delivers water to the roots while resisting cracks from root growth.

High performance permeable pavement | The installation of Porous Lane for a permeable tree surround in the City of Banyule to accomodate root growth.

Discover how Watersmart used the Aquacomb underground stormwater detention system in The Salvation Army’s Flat Bush housing development. Over 300 tanks were installed to manage runoff while saving space—ideal for compact, high-density sites.

High performance permeable pavement | The installation of Porous Lane for a permeable bike path in the City of Melbourne to prevent water pooling.

High performance permeable pavement | The installation of Porous Lane for a section of permeable path suitable for both golf cart and pedestrian use.

Perth faces rising flood risks from heavy rain and sea levels. FloodFree by AWMA offers fast and sustainable protection that is changing how cities defend themselves.

High performance permeable pavement | The installation of Porous Lane for a section of permeable path suitable for both golf cart and pedestrian use.