The Regulator has the following functions:

(a) to administer the WELS scheme;
(b) to undertake or commission research in relation to water-use and water-saving products;
(c) to provide advice in relation to determining that water-use or water-saving products are WELS products;
(d) to undertake or commission research in relation to WELS standards;
(e) to assist in the development of WELS standards;
(f) to provide information and advice to the Commonwealth Minister about the operation of WELS standards;
(g) to provide information and advice to:
(i) the Commonwealth Minister; and
(ii) the States and Territories; and
(iii) the public;
about the operation of the WELS scheme;
(h) to undertake or commission research in relation to the effectiveness of WELS standards in relation to reducing water usage;
(i) such other functions as are conferred on the Regulator by this Act, the regulations or any other law.