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30 June 2022

Sustainability; environmental responsibility; renewable resources…

We hear these catchcries' in the news, on TV and just about everywhere we go! And we totally agree that as responsible business owners and homeowners, it’s up to us to do what we can to look after our patch of green and minimize our environmental footprint.

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07 June 2022

SELECTING THE IDEAL MATERIAL FOR YOUR RAINWATER TANK

Tasmania is full of cultural icons and landmarks. The Tasmanian Devil, Cradle Mountain National Park, Richmond bridge, exceptional wine and produce… the list goes on. And let’s not forget the good old rainwater tank, as it’s been a staple of many semi-urban and country properties for decades.

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25 May 2021

Pride for Aussie Products Soars!

The launch of the first Australia Made Week (24-30 May 2021).

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14 May 2021

Agfest 2021 - what a ripper!

This year we were back in the paddock for Agfest 2021, our 8th year as an exhibitor at one of Australia's best agricultural events!

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25 March 2021

Mouse plague ravaging Australia's Eastern Seaboard!

Australia is now facing the worst mouse plague in decades!

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23 March 2021

$3million 'Farm Safety Rebate Scheme' launches in Victoria!

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02 March 2021

What is Rotational (or Roto) Moulding?

Rotational Moulding (also known as rotomoulding) is a modern method of manufacturing extremely durable plastic products for today’s marketplace. Rotational moulding is often used for parts that require high-quality finishes, uniform wall thicknesses, high stability and one-piece construction.

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20 January 2021

Aussie Farmers beating the odds!

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21 December 2020

Merry Christmas from Orion Australia!

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10 December 2020

Tips to save water and keep your garden alive this summer

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30 November 2020

Orion celebrates National Agriculture Day

We donned our "I HEART farmers" T-shirts on National Agriculture Day to support Aussie farmers. #AgDayAu

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26 November 2020

Prepare your home for bushfire season

You can never be over prepared for the threat of bushfire!

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22 October 2020

We've launched a new range of AQUAPLATE® Steel tanks!

Learn why AQUAPLATE® steel rainwater tanks are so good!

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22 October 2020

King Island Water Treatment Plant

The recently refurbished King Island water treatment plant installed several Orion Australia water storage tanks.

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15 September 2020

HomeBuilder incentives Tasmania

If you were ever thinking of building a new home in Tasmania, now is the time to do it!

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18 August 2020

Proudly Australian Made & Owned

We're proud to be Australian Made and Owned at Orion!

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26 May 2020

Water Tank Delivery

Water is without doubt, our most precious commodity and it's amazing the lengths that some people will go to in order to capture it.

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18 May 2020

Introducing the New Orion Galvanised Tank Range

The events of the last few months have seen us all retreat to the comforts of our own homes, whether we like it or not! In some ways, it's been nice to take a step back, and reassess the important things in life.

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18 May 2020

Agfest 2020 - From Paddock to Cloud

If you haven't heard, Agfest 2020 has been moved from trading in its usual physical location, to being a fully online event.

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21 January 2020

Are you ready for the bushfire season?

While much of mainland Australia is already experiencing serious bushfires, it"s not too late to get yourself ready in case a bushfire comes your way.

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04 October 2019

Why is rainwater better for the garden than tap water?

Have you ever wondered why the corn cobs from the famous McCains ad all those years ago was so juicy and delicious? It was because of the rainwater!

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01 August 2019

What are some tricks, which we can use to save water?

At Orion, we are extremely passionate about water conservation, it's one of the most precious substances that's on this earth and far too much of it's wasted.

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01 August 2019

It's Competition Time at Orion!

From August 1st until September 30th, Orion is giving you the chance to win a night at Thousand Lakes Lodge, with $500!

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20 August 2018

BAL Rating Compliance is simple with Orion Australia

In line with our 100% commitment to our fellow Tasmanians, ORION AUSTRALIA love to share our experience with both you and your clients, to make compliance with Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) ratings a simpler task.

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24 April 2018

Another Great Agfest is Fast Approaching

The team here at Orion are looking forward to seeing you at Agfest this year and having many great quality discussions.

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18 March 2018

We've Reached New Heights!

Normally septic tanks stay underground.

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07 June 2017

The walking sticks were everywhere at Agfest!

With your help our walking sticks raised $5363.85 for the Kids Cancer Project

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28 April 2017

See You At Agfest

You won't be able to miss our colourful entry arch.

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12 December 2016

Safely open bulk bags with ease

Introducing the Jacky Reaper Knife

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25 November 2016

Lending a hand to kids doing it tough

At ORION AUSTRALIA P/L we are proud supporters of the Kids Cancer Project.

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23 November 2016

Industrial Panel-Walled Tanks

ORION AUSTRALIA tanks out-perform in domestic and industrial applications

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30 September 2016

Water Works Package

The perfect package for new home owners. Water tanks, pump & septic tank.

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26 July 2016

Orion Water Tank Featured on 'Love Shack' TV show

The Love Shack producers were filming a particular scene on the show with Beck (the female star) and the plumbers of the show (Howrah Plumbing), trying to solve an unsightly pipe connection to an existing and very unsightly water tank that was completely the wrong Colour (discolored beige- almost light pink).

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20 June 2016

Recent Tasmanian flooding.

You may have heard about the recent flooding in Tasmania...

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12 May 2016

Catch it while you can.

Winter water conservation

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26 April 2016

See us at AGFEST

Orion will have working displays & package deals at this years Agfest 5th-7th May 2016

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03 February 2016

Supporting the firefighting effort

Supporting the firefighting effort in the Lake Mackenzie area.

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02 December 2015

Save Millions in a 22,000L Poly Tank

Did you know a 22,000L tank can hold 110 million raindrops?

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21 October 2015

Package Deal for New Homes

New home builders or buyers get a package deal

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16 September 2015

Upsize for $100!

Upsize to a 3000L Rainwater tank for just $100 More*

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28 August 2015

JACKY® Raimo bulk bag dispenser

The JACKY® Raimo dispenser is set to change the way Australians handle products in bulk bags.

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28 July 2015

Innovative Water Tank Delivery to Pieman Heads!

Congratulations to our innovative customer who recently moved an 11250 Litre water tank from Corinna to Pieman Heads.

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02 July 2015

Federal Budget Announcement

A JACKY Bin will now be able to be written off immediately, as the value of each bin is less than $20,000!!

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28 May 2015

Now Available, Bloo Septic Tanks

An easy to handle, Australian made septic tank that is fully pre-assembled in the factory and meets Australian Standards

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22 December 2014

Free Fire Plug with every 11,250L or 22,000L Tank during January!

Fire Plugs are innovative fire safety devices which allow roof gutters to be filled with water when bushfires threaten.

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22 December 2014

Preparing for Bushfire Season

If you haven't made ready for bushfire season yet, make no further delay.

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05 December 2014

End Of Year Closure

ORION AUSTRALIA P/L will be closed between 4:00pm Wednesday 24th December 2014, and 7:00am Monday 5th January 2015.

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22 October 2014

Deloraine - Home to the Tasmanian Craft Fair.

Deloraine is the home of the Tasmanian Craft Fair. While in Deloraine visiting the Craft Fair, why not call in and view our range of quality rain water tanks, troughs and bins...

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14 October 2014

Supporting the Burnie Ten

ORION AUSTRALIA P/L is pleased to support the 2014 Burnie Ten event, with the provision of a tank to contain and dispense drinking water at the finish line...

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07 October 2014

DESTINATION KING ISLAND

Working in conjunction with Tasbuilt Homes, ORION AUSTRALIA have recently supplied rainwater tanks for a development project on King Island..

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06 October 2014

REMOTE ACTUATOR FOR JACKY BINS

In a further development for the JACKY Bin range, ORION AUSTRALIA P/L have released a new remote actuated hatch controller...

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01 October 2014

HENTY MACHINERY FIELD DAYS

ORION AUSTRALIA P/L were pleased to be present at the 2014 Henty Machinery Field Days, where there was a good display of JACKY Bins for all to see.

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30 September 2014

Rotacon Air Seeder

JACKY Bins from Orion Australia were the obvious choice for integration into the new Rotacon RA40 Air Seeder...

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30 September 2014

HOPPER BINS FOR NEW AIR SEEDER

Displayed for the first time at the Henty Machinery Field Days site on Sept 23-25, the new Rotacon Air Seeder incorporates four JACKY Hopper bins.

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05 August 2014

ORION AUSTRALIA P/L SUPPORTS COMMUNITY CHARITY

ORION AUSTRALIA P/L are pleased to support the Rapid Relief Team in their work to help in the community and provide support to people in need. For more information about the Rapid Relief Team.

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24 July 2014

Reminder re: Tank Deliveries by ORION AUSTRALIA P/L

In many instances, ORION AUSTRALIA P/L deliver rainwater tanks directly to site.

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18 July 2014

Orion Australia P/L - Supporting Conservation on Macquarie Island

Orion Australia P/L have been pleased to support the Macquarie Island Azorella Macquariensis (Macquarie Cushion) Conservation Project (approximately 1545km South Southeast of Tasmania) by supplying a water tank for field officers to use while on the island.

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12 June 2014

Powranna Saleyards

ORION AUSTRALIA P/L were the preferred supplier of tanks for livestock and fire fighting water storage tanks at the new Powranna saleyards.

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12 May 2014

JACKY bins save precious time

Soon after the 1000L side discharge JACKY® bin was released, Joe Cook Ag invested in a fleet of bins to assist with their agricultural contracting business.

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12 May 2014

Macquarie Island

Orion Australia P/L have been pleased to support the Macquarie Island Azorella Macquariensis (Macquarie Cushion) Conservation Project by supplying a water tank for field officers to use while on the island.

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