ptex wrote:I don't believe this is for real! The idea is simply too absurd and may very well be a gossip launched by a media declining in audience which needs a temporary boost.
Ptex, If you would be familiar by how our local (australian) councils heavily tax the citizens, then you would NOT find it hard to believe.
Soulrider, the 1st council who will probably implement this
absurd tax will most likely be the
City of Casey.
Currently Victoria (australia) is in stage
3 water restrictions [see below], and for obvious reasons ~ (we are in a drought).
*Manual Dripper Systems
-Manual dripper systems can be used between 6am - 8am and 8pm - 10pm*.
*Automatic Dripper Systems
-Automatic dripper systems between midnight - 4am*.
*Hand-held Trigger Hose
-Hand-held hoses fitted with a trigger nozzle can be used to water gardens between 6am - 8am and 8pm - 10pm*.
*Vehicle Washing
-Hand-held hoses or high pressure cleaning devices cannot be used for vehicle washing, at any time. A bucket filled from a tap can be used to clean windows, mirrors and lights; and spot-remove corrosive substances. A commercial car wash can be used.
*Even numbered houses can water on Saturday and Tuesday; odd numbered can water on Sunday and Wednesday. There is no watering on Monday, Thursday and Friday.
*Pools and Spas
-New pools or spas of any capacity cannot be filled. Before filling an existing pool or spa consult your water authority.
*Penalties and Enforcement
-Stage 3 water restrictions must be followed and water patrols are out in force across Melbourne. If you are issued with a warning notice and still breach the restrictions, you may have your water supply restricted or face prosecution.