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Banyule residents will soon be able to search their own address and see exactly what flood risk looks like for their property. The new maps don't create new risks – they replace decades-old data with the clearest, most property-specific flood information ever produced for the area.
Melbourne Water is releasing new interactive maps showing local flood hazard information in mid-June 2026. Residents will see their property’s flood hazard based on projections for current climate conditions and future scenarios to the year 2100.
The maps use national flood hazard classifications and are built on new, best-practice modelling that accounts for stormwater. The new maps reflect how the City of Banyule has grown and how the climate is changing.
“These new flood maps give residents clearer information so they can plan with confidence. We’re also continuing to invest in the infrastructure to reduce flood impacts across Melbourne over time, and having accurate, up-to-date mapping is a critical part of that work,” said Chris Brace, Melbourne Water Executive General Manager, Service Futures.
“Clear, reliable flood information helps our community plan ahead and make informed decisions about their homes and businesses. We trust the release of the new flood maps will support effective planning and stronger preparedness,” said Cr Alison Champion, Banyule City Mayor.
Melbourne Water will hold community engagement sessions in the City of Banyule in the weeks following the map release, giving residents the chance to ask questions, understand what the maps mean for their property, and share local knowledge that might support refinements to the final maps.
The Banyule flood maps are part of the Greater Melbourne Flood Information Program, which will eventually cover 38 council areas. The program has already released new stormwater flood maps in Darebin, Yarra, Glen Eira and Merri-bek.
Further work is underway by Melbourne Water to update riverine flood models across Banyule into the future.
Maps will be available from mid-June 2026 at letstalk.melbournewater.com.au/flood-information/banyule. Residents can also register for a community information session at the same address.
