Why our drainage system matters

Storms and floods are a natural part of Melbourne’s weather, but they can have a big impact on our way of life. As the city grows and the weather becomes more unpredictable, managing stormwater safely is more important than ever.
At Melbourne Water, we manage the city’s complex drainage system to reduce flood risk and help keep our rivers, creeks and bays healthy.

Maribyrnong River Flood Model

Melbourne Water has developed new flood models to better understand current and future flood information in the Maribyrnong River region.

Challenges to Melbourne’s water supply

We are in the decade that matters when our demand for water could outstrip our supply, particularly in the drier years. That's why at Melbourne Water, we've been taking action and planning across 50-year time horizons to manage and protect this precious resource for our city.

Reimagining Blind Creek - Lewis Park

We’re transforming 1.65 kilometres of underground concrete drainage into a natural waterway, and turning Lewis Park into a more enjoyable community space.

Projects

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The story of water

Learn about the Story of Water and the role you can play in this new video series.