Pioneer Water Tanks has more than thirty years of experience installing large steel water tanks across every region of New South Wales. With much of the state’s rural and farming population based in semi-arid and grassland areas, countless Pioneer rainwater tanks have been erected – and continue to operate reliably – in these demanding climate zones.
Grassland, or steppe, climates are defined by their semi-arid conditions and wide temperature swings. Across inland NSW, summers can climb well above 40 °C, while winters can bring frosts and sub-zero nights. These regions may be dry, but they receive just enough rainfall to sustain significant vegetation and support the state’s grazing and cropping enterprises.
Much of NSW’s rural population lives and works in these grassland areas, where dependable water storage is critical. The state’s semi-arid climates are generally hot and dry through summer, with rainfall concentrated in the cooler months. This pattern makes capturing and storing rainfall a necessity for farming operations.
Towns such as Dubbo, Parkes and Moree, which often record less than 500mm of rain annually, remain vital service and production centres for growers and graziers who depend on these grasslands for their livelihoods.
While still challenging places to live, New South Wales’ semi-arid and grassland regions are far more forgiving than the state’s western desert zones, with more consistent rainfall across the year and a less severe dry season.
Large areas of inland NSW are devoted to broadacre cropping, particularly wheat, as well as grazing enterprises for both sheep and cattle. These regions have long been recognised for their suitability to mixed farming, and their expansiveness made them attractive to early settlers pushing west from the coastal strip.
Although rainfall is far less reliable here than in the temperate coastal and tableland regions, it is usually sufficient to sustain farming when supported by water storage. By harvesting rainfall in tanks and dams, and supplementing supply with groundwater or nearby river systems, communities and enterprises in these semi-arid zones are able to maintain production and survive the tough seasons.
Because of these conditions, rainwater tanks are an essential part of life for many people living in rural and regional New South Wales. Most properties rely on one or more tanks to capture the rainfall that lands on their house or shed roofs, ensuring they have enough water for drinking, showering, washing clothes, and keeping their households running.
With a wide range of rainwater tank sizes available – from 12,000L right through to 500,000L – and the choice of durable Zincalume® or a variety of Colorbond® colours, there’s a Pioneer tank to suit every need. Whether you’re a family relying on tank water for daily living, or a grazier or grower needing secure storage for crops or livestock, we have a solution to fit your situation.
No matter where you are in New South Wales, Pioneer is committed to delivering high-quality rainwater tanks. If you’re in need of reliable water storage, contact us today and we’ll connect you with your local installer to make sure your property is well supplied.
For any questions you may have, or for more information on our range of steel rainwater tanks, contact us on 0490 089 551
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