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This Spring, Aussies Refresh Backyards with Stylish Water Gardens

Aquatec Equipment

Key Facts:

1.) One in three Australian homeowners planning garden upgrades intend to transition their outdoor spaces towards more low-maintenance, water-wise designs.

2.) Australia’s largest supplier of water garden equipment reports a surge in demand for pond kits and water features.

As the warmer months approach, many Australians are refreshing their gardens and taking on long-planned outdoor projects. Increasingly, homeowners are looking beyond traditional lawns and exploring compact, low-maintenance water gardens that offer year-round beauty, tranquillity, and a touch of nature’s soundtrack at home.

Recent research shows that 1 in 3 Australian homeowners planning garden upgrades intend to transition their outdoor spaces to more water-wise, low-maintenance designs, highlighting the growing demand for smarter, more sustainable outdoor living.

Water gardens, featuring ponds, fountains, and waterfalls, are becoming a standout choice for both time-poor homeowners and eco-conscious gardeners. Unlike lawns, they require no mowing, use far less water, and create a unique habitat for native wildlife. With water restrictions becoming more common, they also offer a smart way to keep outdoor spaces lush and inviting during the drier months.

Michael Cave, General Manager of Aquatec Equipment, says the trend is clear:

“More Australians are choosing gardens that look great, work well, and do not take up their weekends. A water garden can be a beautiful focal point, attract wildlife, and be much easier to look after than a lawn.”

Many homeowners are also drawn to the soothing sound of moving water, which helps mask noise, creates a sense of privacy, and brings a calming, almost meditative quality to outdoor living.

Compact water gardens are especially appealing for smaller blocks and apartment living, where every square metre counts. Even in courtyards, balconies, or garden corners, water features provide a simple way to beautify small spaces and create lush, relaxing retreats.

Michael Cave adds:

“It is about enjoying your backyard, not working on it all the time. Water gardens give people a relaxing, low-maintenance space that is also better for the environment.”

Aquatec Equipment, a leading supplier of water garden, fountain, and pond solutions, has seen a surge in demand for smaller-scale water features. Compact pond kits, energy-efficient pumps, and low-maintenance filtration systems make it easy to create a water garden that fits both budget and space constraints.

About us:

Founded in 1972, Aquatec Equipment is Australia’s largest supplier of water garden, fountain, and lake management solutions, with national distribution of market-leading brands through Bunnings and independent home and garden retailers. The company supports landscapers, commercial clients, and DIY customers with expert design advice, product selection support, and system specification, helping Australians discover, create, and enjoy the magic of moving water. Its range includes compact pond kits, energy-efficient pumps, and low-maintenance filtration systems, making it easy to achieve professional results in any outdoor space from suburban backyards to courtyards, patios, and apartment balconies.

Contact details:

Sam Tomeo

Marketing Manager

Mobile: +61 423 880 595

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.aquatecequipment.com