How has wastewater been managed in the past, and how is it managed today? Download our PowerPoint lesson plan and get everything you need to discover how toilets and sewerage systems have changed over time, understand why wastewater management is important for public health and sanitation, and learn about South Australian history and our wastewater network.

Join Porci as they dive into the fascinating world of poo in the loo. Did you know most of what goes down the toilet is water? Yep, sewage is over 99% H2O. It can even be recycled! SA Water recycles over 30% of our flushed water, which is used to grow bamboo for our pandas Wang Wang and Fu Ni!

Sewage is more than 99 per cent water which can be recycled and reused. It mainly comes from household sinks, showers, toilets and washing machines, and every year we manage and treat millions of litres of sewage helping keep South Australians and our environment healthy.

We all have a role to play to keep our sewers healthy. SA Water are responsible for preventing and clearing sewage overflows in our streets, and sometimes inside our houses. Pipes only like the three Ps – paper, pee and poo – anything else is prone to blocking your pipes and ours. The result of which will leave you with a sight that can never be unseen.

Grab your smart phone or tablet and swipe left and right to stop unwanted objects from going into the toilet with our free educational game and learn what makes a healthy sewer.

Understanding what makes up your drinking water can be interesting and useful. This helpful glossary will explain the various elements and components that you’ll see listed in your drinking water profile.