Mullum Mullum Creek
Mullum Mullum Creek:Poor |
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| Moderate | |
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This is a small tributary of the Yarra River flowing from North Croydon, which has been affected by impacts such as changed flows, poor water quality, weeds and loss of habitat. There are some native plants still remaining along its banks in open space reserves close to the Yarra River, and several native fish species still live in the creek. Works to improve habitat in the area have seen platypus return to the lower part of Mullum Mullum Creek.
Improvement works: The creek's banks and bed have recently been stabilised, and weed control and replanting programs completed. A major replanting of the banks downstream of Ringwood Street, Ringwood, will be undertaken following recent stabilisation works. Willow control, stabilisation and revegetation is being undertaken at Kalinda Road, Ringwood, over a number of years.