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Water off, business on: a reminder of water resilience
When a water interruption affected Rosebank Road, our rainwater harvesting and treatment system kept the Watersmart Innovation Hub running and helped us lend a hand to a neighbouring café. A practical reminder of the value of planning for the unexpected.
Rainwater Tanks for an El Niño Summer: Storing Water on a Tight NZ Site
NIWA expects El Niño to peak this summer, bringing drier conditions to the north and east. Slimline rainwater tanks store water on sections with no room for a round tank.
Infrastructure Before Intensification: What Auckland Must Get Right to Enable Growth
Auckland has ambitious plans for housing, intensification and economic growth. But zoning land for development is only part of the equation. The supporting transport, water and wider infrastructure must be planned and delivered at the right time.
We’ve shared five key insights from the Property Council New Zealand’s Enabling Auckland: Infrastructure for Growth event, including what they could mean for the future of water management and resilient urban growth.
FenceTank Case Study: Forrest Hill, Auckland
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.
Make Summer Water Go Further: Slimline Rainwater Storage for Gardens, Play, and Everyday Use
Hot, dry summers put pressure on mains water, but slimline rainwater storage makes every downpour count. This guide covers FenceTank, stormPANEL, and Silo systems that fit tight sites while supporting gardens, outdoor play, and everyday non-potable use. Learn how to plan capacity, connect plumbing compliantly, and scale storage before restrictions hit.
Summer Water Resilience: Smart Detention & Reuse in NZ
Plan smart water detention and rainwater reuse systems for NZ summer. Compare tanks, Aquacomb, lead times, capacities, and council compliance.
FenceTank Case Study: Point Chevalier
Discover how Watersmart’s FenceTank provided 10,000L of hidden water detention in Point Chevalier, allowing the developer to maximize space and aesthetics.
Earn Homestar Points With Watersmart!
Earn Homestar points with Watersmart! Learn how our innovative water solutions can earn Homestar points on your project.
Water woes – a hot topic over the summer
As you were relaxing at the beach over the summer break, idly scrolling through your phone in search of new ways to barbeque a fillet, you may have seen a
FenceTank Case Study: Williamson Ave
Learn about how FenceTank, a slimline 1,000 litre tank, has solved onsite issues in high density areas | FenceTank Case Study
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