SA schools turn on tap to recycled water

Adelaide schools have turned on the taps to recycled water.

Eight northern suburbs schools will save thousands of dollars each year by irrigating their ovals with recycled water under a local government scheme, Education Minister Susan Close says.

The government has paid more than $165,000 to get SA schools using recycled water, which is unsuitable for drinking.

More than 25 schools across the state now use recycled water, with more expected to follow suit.