Build your spring tank · extra 15% off tanks, plants & essentials Ends 15 September 2026 · tanks are pickup only
Spring setup event · Wetherill Park NSW

New season.
New tank.

Save an extra 15% from the start.

Plan the tank, choose compatible essentials and build a planted aquarium in the right order — with help from the Micro Aquatic Shop team.

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The spring setup offer

Build the
setup.

Choose the tank, plants and setup essentials that work together, then follow the roadmap to build with confidence from day one. One offer across the complete setup — ends 15 September 2026.

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Equipment shortlist

Run the
tank well.

Start with the equipment that keeps the aquarium stable: filter, light, heater and water care. Scroll horizontally to browse the key products.

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Scape and planting

Shape the
living layout.

After the equipment is planned, build the scene: substrate, hardscape, plants and growth support products.

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The new tank roadmap

From empty
glass to a living system.

This is a freshwater planted-aquarium framework. Exact equipment, water targets and stocking choices depend on the tank, tap water and species you plan to keep.

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Choose the tank & its position.

Tanks are pickup only. Measure the space, allow room for equipment and use a level stand that can safely support the filled aquarium. Keep the tank away from direct sun and unstable heat.

Choose your tank
02.

Size the filter, light & heater.

Plan equipment before hardscape. Match filtration to tank volume and planned stocking. Choose lighting for the plants you want; add a heater only when livestock needs a stable tropical temperature.

Explore filtration
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Create the base & hardscape.

Dry-build before adding water. Rinse the empty tank with water only — never soap. Add soil or sand, then secure stone and driftwood before filling. Keep heavy pieces stable and away from unsupported glass edges.

Shop substrate
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Plant, condition & fill slowly.

Plants can go in during cycling. Plant from foreground to background while the substrate is damp. Fill gently to protect the layout, treat tap water with a suitable conditioner, then start the filter and heater if required.

Choose aquatic plants
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Establish the nitrogen cycle.

Use test results, not a fixed number of days. Keep the filter running continuously and test the water. Do not add livestock just because the water looks clear — confirm ammonia and nitrite are at safe levels before stocking.

Explore water care
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Add livestock gradually.

Livestock is not part of this offer. Once the aquarium is cycled, introduce compatible fish or shrimp in stages, acclimate them carefully and keep monitoring water quality. Avoid fully stocking a new system at once.

Read acclimation guidance
The non-negotiable step

Clear water does not mean cycled water.

Condition tap water, run the filter continuously and use water tests to confirm the aquarium is ready. Ammonia and nitrite must be at safe levels before fish or shrimp are introduced; stock gradually and continue monitoring.

Shop water care
Personal setup support

Not sure which tank or components work together?

Our aquarium team can help you choose the right tank, filtration, light, substrate, plants and water-care products for the setup you want.

Chat with a setup specialist →
Style inspiration

Find a direction.
Make it yours.

This selection introduces a few popular aquascaping approaches — inspiration, not a catalogue of every style. Mix, adapt or explore any direction that suits your space and maintenance routine.

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Nature-style planted aquarium

Nature Aquarium

Layered plants, irregular stone placement and a softer overgrown composition.

Minimal aquascape

Iwagumi

A disciplined rock composition, low carpeting plants and generous open space create a calm landscape.

Spring setup offer

Build the setup.Save an extra 15%.

Choose the tank, plants and setup essentials that work together, then follow the roadmap to build with confidence from day one.

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Complete planted aquarium setup
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Selected setup essentials

Everything around the glass.

Offer ends 15 September 2026. Available on participating tanks, all aquatic plants and selected setup essentials. Plant bundles, Bundle Deals and livestock are not included.

Aquariums on display inside Micro Aquatic Shop in Wetherill Park Wetherill Park · NSW
Tanks are pickup only

Choose online.
Collect locally.

Glass tanks cannot be shipped. Complete the purchase online and choose an available pickup option, or visit the Wetherill Park store to view available stock and purchase directly.

01 · Order onlineChoose an available tank, complete checkout, select pickup and wait for confirmation before travelling. Choose a tank
02 · Buy in storeUnit 15, 2–8 Daniel Street, Wetherill Park NSW 2164 · (02) 8320 3037 Get directions
Frequently asked

Before
you fill.

These are the setup questions worth answering before livestock enters the tank.

When is a new tank ready for fish or shrimp?+
When the aquarium is cycled and water tests confirm safe ammonia and nitrite levels. Do not rely on water clarity or a fixed number of days. Introduce livestock gradually.
Does 15% apply to every item in the cart?+
No. Only participating products receive the discount. Excluded or non-participating items remain at their normal price.
How is the discount applied?+
Existing price and compare-at price displays remain unchanged. Add an eligible product to the cart and the extra 15% is applied automatically at checkout — no discount code required.
Can a tank be delivered?+
No. Glass tanks are pickup only. Purchase online and select pickup, or buy directly at the Wetherill Park store.
Can the shop help match the setup?+
Yes. Bring your tank dimensions, preferred style, plant choices and planned livestock so the team can help identify compatible essentials.
Your spring build starts here

Make water
feel alive.

Plan the tank. Build the system in order. Let the aquarium mature instead of rushing to the final picture.

Build your setup