Lexton stays hydrated with new Choose Tap water fountain
Published on 30 May 2025
The Lexton community is set to benefit from improved access to drinking water with the recent installation of a new Choose Tap water fountain at the Lexton Recreation Reserve.
The installation, delivered in partnership between Central Highlands Water (CHW) and Pyrenees Shire Council, will provide members from the Lexton Football Netball Club and local recreational users with easy access to fresh drinking water.
This valuable new amenity encourages locals to ‘bring your own bottle’ (BYOB) and opt for tap water over bottled water, delivering clear benefits for personal health, cost savings, and environmental impact.
With the human body made up of around 70% water, staying appropriately hydrated supports overall wellbeing, including improved concentration and performance, especially important for participants at the Lexton Football Netball Club.
CHW, through its Choose Tap program, continues to play a key role in supporting regional communities. This new fountain is not only a practical addition but also a way to promote education around the health, hydration, and sustainability benefits of choosing tap water.
CHW Managing Director Jeff Haydon said: "This new Choose Tap water fountain will help keep the local community including the Lexton Football Netball Club hydrated all year long, while promoting environmentally responsible choices. At CHW, we’re proud to back initiatives that encourage positive and sustainable habits. This valuable community asset has been made possible through our strong partnership with Pyrenees Shire Council."
Pyrenees Shire Council CEO Jim Nolan said: “Pyrenees Shire Council is pleased to partner with Central Highlands Water to enhance the Lexton Recreation Reserve’s fresh drinking water supplies. I encourage all our reserve users to bring along a bottle of their choice, choose natural tap water to stay hydrated while playing sport, and support sustainable environmental choices at the same time.”
Caption: From left, Zanda Fisher, Pyrenees Shire Councillor Simon Tol, Pyrenees Shire Mayor Tanya Kehoe, CHW Managing Director Jeff Haydon and Marlie Briody with the new Choose Tap water fountain at Lexton Recreation Reserve.