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.

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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.

See 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.

High performance permeable pavement | The installation of Porous Lane on three pairs of parking bays and tree surrounds, providing stormwater harvesting and irrigation to nearby trees.

Discover how Hydraloop helps Sossusvlei Desert Lodge in Namibia save 1.2 million litres of water annually through innovative greywater recycling and reuse.

Discover how Watersmart’s Slim City Tanks provided a space-saving water detention solution for WWZ Developments in Northpark, fitting perfectly in tight spaces.

Discover how Watersmart’s FenceTank provided 10,000L of hidden water detention in Point Chevalier, allowing the developer to maximize space and aesthetics.

At 10 Tironui Station Road, Simken Construction needed an effective rainwater detention solution to manage runoff while meeting structural requirements. WaterSmart proposed the Aquacomb system, known for its adaptability and ability to integrate with existing designs.

Discover how Watersmart provided smart water management solutions for Orient Construction, improving efficiency and water sustainability.

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