Rural & Outdoor
Water Tanks &
Raised Garden Beds
BlueScope Aquaplate® steel — slimline, modline and round tanks from 500L to 10,000L, plus rectangular, round and slimline garden beds. Full COLORBOND® colour range.
Aquaplate® Steel Water Tanks & Garden Beds — Australia-Wide Supply
Steel Source Australia supplies a comprehensive range of BlueScope Aquaplate® steel water tanks and raised garden beds for residential, rural, and commercial applications. Aquaplate® steel combines a food-grade polymer inner lining with a Zincalume® steel outer shell — delivering long-term durability, corrosion resistance, and full compliance with AS/NZS 4020:2018 (products in contact with drinking water).
Our water tank range covers slimline tanks for tight urban spaces (550mm–1,150mm wide, 500L–8,000L), modline rectangular tanks for suburban backyards (1,200L–3,000L), and round tanks for maximum capacity (1,000L–10,000L). All tanks are supplied with first-flush diverter inlet, brass outlet fitting, and lockable lid.
Our raised garden beds are manufactured from the same Aquaplate® steel — food-safe, durable, and fully assembled ready to use. Available in modline rectangular, round, and slimline profiles at 635mm and 810mm heights. All products are available in the full COLORBOND® colour range plus natural Galvanised finish to match your home or shed.
Product Summary
Available Colours
Full COLORBOND® Colour Range
Colour swatches are indicative only. Actual COLORBOND® colours may vary. Specify colour name when enquiring.
Full Product Range
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Standards & Compliance
Australian Standards
AS/NZS 4020:2018
Products in Contact with Drinking Water
Aquaplate® steel tanks comply with this standard — the food-grade polymer inner lining is tested and certified safe for rainwater harvesting and drinking water storage. Applicable to all water tanks in our range.
AS 2180:1986
Steel Water Storage Tanks
Australian standard governing the design, manufacture, and testing of steel water storage tanks. Covers material requirements, construction, and performance criteria for domestic and rural water tanks.
BlueScope Aquaplate®
Food-Grade Polymer Inner Lining
Aquaplate® is a BlueScope product — Zincalume® steel with a factory-bonded food-grade polymer inner lining. The lining prevents corrosion, eliminates metallic taste, and is safe for drinking water and edible plant growing.
COLORBOND® Steel
BlueScope COLORBOND® Exterior Finish
The outer surface of all tanks and garden beds is COLORBOND® steel — UV-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and available in the full COLORBOND® colour range to match your home, shed, or fence.
Council Regulations
Local Council & Plumbing Requirements
Water tank installation may require council approval and licensed plumber connection depending on your local government area. Check with your council before installation. Rainwater tank rebates may be available.
Tank Pad Requirements
Foundation & Installation
All steel water tanks require a level, compacted concrete or gravel pad. The pad must be sized to the tank footprint and rated for the full water weight. Delivery by crane-truck or tilt-tray — confirm site access at enquiry.
Product & Application Index
Applications
Where Our Products Are Used
Urban residential — tight side passages
→ Slimline Water Tank (500L–8,000L)
Slimline tanks as narrow as 550mm fit in side passages, under eaves, and along fence lines where standard round tanks won't fit.
Suburban backyard rainwater harvesting
→ Modline or Round Water Tank
Modline tanks suit standard suburban backyards. Round tanks maximise capacity for a given footprint. Both connect to downpipes via first-flush diverter.
Rural properties & farms
→ Round Water Tank (4,500L–10,000L)
Large round tanks for stock water, fire fighting water supply, and irrigation. Pair with a submersible or pressure pump for distribution.
Vegetable & herb gardens
→ Modline or Slimline Garden Bed (635mm or 810mm)
Aquaplate® steel is food-safe for growing edibles. 810mm height is ergonomic — no bending required. Modline suits most backyard layouts.
Balconies & courtyards
→ Round or Slimline Garden Bed
Round garden beds make a striking feature planter. Slimline beds suit narrow balconies and courtyard edges. Fully assembled — no flat-pack.
Commercial & industrial water storage
→ Round Water Tank (5,000L–10,000L)
Large capacity round tanks for commercial rainwater harvesting, process water storage, and fire fighting water supply on industrial sites.
Need a Water Tank or Garden Bed?
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