Play it Smart

Eco-friendly water management solutions for outdoor living spaces, swimming pools, spas and gardens.

Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula is known for its rugged coastline, scenic lookouts, and sun-kissed holidays. Home of the iconic rainbow-coloured bathing boxes, it is a popular destination that has been favoured by generations of Australians.

The picturesque peninsula is also home to Cahill Building Group, a boutique construction company known for redefining residential landscapes with spectacular properties such as this one in Mount Martha. The architecturally striking modern farmhouse — designed in collaboration with DX Architects and Studio Griffiths — features an expansive lawn and landscaped spaces, a fully-tiled infinity swimming pool, a spacious 10-person spa, a sprawling pool pavilion, and state-of-the-art water management systems powered by Davey.

“Davey’s pool, spa and irrigation solutions were a key factor in bringing this endeavour to fruition for our clients,” says Jonathon Cahill, Project Manager for Cahill Building Group. “It takes a lot to do a build of this size and scale and having Davey behind us was key from the start. We’ve used Davey pretty much from day one. Their reliability and service are second-to-none.”

With the hinterland property spanning 2.5 acres, including more than 1500m2 of lush lawn and a 70,000-litre swimming pool and spa, efficient water management is crucial — especially given it is in a region that has experienced a decrease in rainfall over the past few years.

Water management solutions

The homeowners envisioned a property that epitomised their idea of a dream home: a stunning, low-maintenance outdoor sanctuary where they could unwind and fully immerse themselves in the beauty of their surroundings without the burden of continual upkeep. To achieve this, Cahill’s team collaborated with Davey to implement integrated water management solutions where luxury and sustainability go hand in hand.

Along with seven specialised pumps that manage three bodies of water, including the pool, spa and negative-edge balance tank, the range includes:

Davey Nipper — compact saltwater chlorinator featuring intelligent controls that automatically keeps pool water swim-ready, all year long

PowerMaster Pool Pump — robust, energy-efficient pool pump that delivers exceptional results

ProMaster Variable Speed Pool Pump — super-quiet, Bluetooth app-controlled pump that suits a wide range of applications, including filtration, solar heating, gas and heat pump heating, as well as suction and in-floor cleaning systems

Silensor Pool Pump — revolutionary water-cooled, whisper-quiet motor design that allows efficient use, day or night

Starflo Pool Pump — enhances filtration and sanitisation by helping distribute chemicals and sanitising agents throughout the water

SpaPower Blower — generates more air through spa jets to provide a more intense hydrotherapy massage

CrystalClear Media Filter — premium pool filter that offers convenient pool and spa water filtration up to 180,000 litres

Davey Heat Pump — high-performance inverter heat pump that economically maintains ideal water temperature for extended swimming periods

HM Series with Torrium Home Pressure System — peak efficiency pump that acts as the “heartbeat” for 27 irrigation zones

Davey’s smart solutions have delivered exceptional results, exceeding the homeowners’ expectations by providing a truly hands-off experience. And despite the large scale of the property, water usage is fully optimised through precise control and efficient distribution.
“Every time I look out the window, the sprinklers are just automatically going off,” says Fleur Ingram, one of the homeowners. “It’s quite lovely to watch.”

The pool handover process

Teaching new pool owners like the Ingrams about essential maintenance tasks from the beginning empowers them to confidently manage their pool, ensuring it remains hygienic, safe, and ready to enjoy throughout the year. Cahill Building Group’s Manager for Pool and Landscape, Mark Kidner, says Davey’s expert product knowledge and recommendations were instrumental during this process.

“They’re great at troubleshooting and provided me with all the information I needed to provide a thorough handover to the client when the project was completed,” explains Mark.

At a time where every millimetre of rainfall counts, by playing it smart and implementing Davey’s comprehensive water management solutions, not only has the property’s beauty been preserved, it has set a benchmark for self-sustaining poolscapes and landscapes.

Australian-made — why it matters

For 90 years, Davey has been engineering and manufacturing its iconic range in Melbourne, Victoria. Designed specifically to meet local conditions, these products are crafted with precision to perform efficiently in Australia’s diverse and often challenging climates. By choosing Davey, you’re not just purchasing a product, you’re supporting a brand that’s committed to quality, sustainability, service, and the Australian community.

Whether you need perfect pressure, healthy drinking water, protection from fire and flood, a clean and relaxing pool or spa, an irrigation system, or water to run your farm or business, you can depend on Davey for the right solution.

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