Join us for National Water Week - October 20 to 26, 2025

National Water Week is Australia's annual celebration of the value of water in our communities, environment and everyday lives. It's a time to reflect on the importance of using water wisely and protecting it for future generations.

What's on this October?

To celebrate the week, we're proud to be hosting and supporting community events and initiatives that inspire action and awareness.

Let's Grow: Waterwise Gardens

Wednesday 22 October | 7pm - 9pm (in-person or online)

FREE EVENT | Join gardening experts to learn how to design gardens that thrive in the dry Goulburn Valley climate.

Join the Water Night challenge

Thursday 23 October  |  5pm - 10pm

Can you go 5 hours without taps, showers, or running water? Join the challenge to switch off and tune in to how we really use water.

Silly Scarecrow competition

Competition for Early Learning Centres  |  ENTRIES OPEN

We're inviting students from Early Learning Centres serviced by Goulburn Valley Water to create a scarecrow doing a water related activity, with assistance from teachers.

Submit photos of your scarecrow to waterweek@gvwater.vic.gov.au during Water Week 20 - 26 October 2025.

Only Early Learning Centres serviced by GV Water (those who receive tap water and/or sewer services) are eligible to enter.

Don’t Flush It competition

Competition for schools  |  ENTRIES CLOSED

4660 students from 33 schools across the Goulburn Valley participated in this year’s major Water Week competition, Don't Flush It.

Students were provided with a roll of toilet paper and were encouraged to decorate it with the theme of what should and shouldn't be flushed down the toilet. 

Winning designs will be printed and attached to toilet paper for promotional use. Keep an eye out - we'll be announcing winners during National Water Week!