Published on 27 February 2026
WATER UPDATE - LEVEL 1 WATER RESTRICTIONS
**As at Friday, 27 February 2026 at 3:15pm**
Charters Towers residents and members of the business community are advised that Council has relaxed water restrictions to Level 1.
Level 1 Water Restrictions:
Micro spray and drip systems fitted with timers can be used from 7pm to 8am on the odds and evens system.
Sprinklers can be used from 6am to 8am and 7pm to 9pm on the odds and evens system.
Hand-held hoses, watering cans, and buckets can be used at any time.
Paved areas can only be cleaned with high-pressure water cleaners.
Council thanks the community for their cooperation during this time.