Drinking water
Drinking water carriers, also known as water carters, are individuals or businesses that supply drinking water in bulk, typically using specialised vehicles equipped with tanks. They play a crucial role in providing drinking water to areas that lack a reliable water supply, such as remote communities or during emergencies.
Water carriers that supply drinking water for human consumption must obtain a food business licence from Council to operate lawfully. This is a legal requirement of the Food Act 2006.
For more information on the operation a food business, please click on the following link:
Food businesses
Or contact a Council Environmental Health Officer on 1300 697 372.
Stock water
Stock water can be supplied by approved water carters. Domestic and stock water can be used for various purposes, but it cannot be used for intensive or commercial uses like dairy or poultry.
The Public Health Regulation sets standards for drinking water based on the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Domestic drinking water must not be sourced from an unapproved source, e.g. bore water or river.
Contact approved water carters directly for stock water supplies.