Our Water Care Blog

September 8, 2024

Why Is Perth Water So Hard? Understanding Perth’s Water Challenges

If you’ve ever lived in or visited Perth, you may have noticed that the water feels different—soap doesn’t lather as easily, and you might find mineral deposits on your fixtures. This leads many to ask, “Why is Perth water so hard?” Hard water, while not uncommon, presents unique challenges in certain areas, and Perth is… Continue reading Blog

August 28, 2024

Is It Worth It to Get a Home Water Filtration System?

Let’s kick things off by addressing the big question head-on: Is it worth it to get a home water filtration system? Well, the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether or not it’s worth the investment depends on several factors, including your water quality, health concerns, budget, and personal preferences. For many, the idea of clean, filtered water… Continue reading Blog

July 1, 2024

Do You Really Need to Filter Bore Water?

Introduction Life requires water, and as the population grows, so does the need for clean, safe water. Many people turn to bore water—water drawn from underground sources—as a solution. But the question arises: Does bore water need to be filtered? In this article, we’ll dive deep into the world of bore water, exploring why filtration… Continue reading Blog

June 10, 2024

Can You Drink Water Softener? Understanding the Safety and Benefits

Introduction Water is essential to life, and the quality of water we consume can significantly impact our health. For those living in areas with hard water, a water softener can seem like a godsend, reducing the buildup of minerals in plumbing and improving the effectiveness of soaps and detergents. But a common question arises: “is… Continue reading Blog

April 28, 2020

Sustaining Biodiversity During Declining Water Quality

Stormwater in Western Australia by Mikaela Hearne Managing the quality of surface water and groundwater systems is essential for sustaining aquatic ecosystems, as well as the considerable variety of waterway types and the unique biodiversity they support within Western Australia (WA). Water quality generally refers to the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the water… Continue reading Blog

April 9, 2020

Rethinking Water Use in a Drying Climate

Perth, Western Australia by Mikaela Hearne Adjusting to climate change Groundwater is an extremely important resource in WA, and it currently supplies approximately two-thirds of the state’s water. In recent years, Western Australia and in particular the South West and Perth Regions have become hotter and drier due to climate change, (as discussed in our… Continue reading Blog

March 31, 2020

Bore Water (Ground Water)

Rural Water Allocation and Quality by Mikaela Hearne A Vital Resource Water from private bores is a vital source within Western Australia, particularly for rural areas where scheme water is unavailable and rainfall is unreliable. This water resource is also important for developers and miners within these rural areas. If you are a local farmer,… Continue reading Blog