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Sugar, the beloved sheep who had been missing for over six months in Sugarloaf Reservoir in Melbourne’s north-east, has finally been captured, thanks to the dedicated efforts of a team of volunteers led by Melbourne Water’s Water Supply Operator Georgia Duncan

For the second time this year, the Thomson Dam, one of Victoria's largest water storage reservoirs, has reached capacity.

Melbourne Water is proud to support the Liveable Communities, Liveable Waterways incentives program, aimed at improving the health of our waterways and enhancing life and liveability across Melbourne.

This week we celebrate #NationalWaterWeek, where individuals, communities, schools, and organisations are inspired to promote the importance of water and the ways in which we are all #UnitedByWater.

There’s always been an abundance of wildlife at Melbourne Water’s Western Treatment Plant, but annual surveying over winter confirms some bird species are using the landscape in higher numbers than ever before – including vulnerable and endangered varieties.

The Independent Review Panel appointed by Melbourne Water to conduct a review into the Maribyrnong River flood event of 14 October 2022 has handed down its report. 
 

The Moonee Ponds Creek catchment has been grappling with the persistent problem of rubbish dumping. To address this issue, Melbourne Water is supporting the Chain of Ponds Litter Action Plan aimed at reducing the incidence and impact of litter in our waterways

Greg Wilson started working for Melbourne Water 43 years ago, this week, after some time away, his career has come full circle returning as Chair of the new Board.

While all eyes were fixed on the thrilling clash between the two top AFL teams, Melbourne Water, monitored water usage patterns throughout the sporting event.

Beyond the excitement on the field, Melbourne Water has discovered a fascinating connection between this sporting event and the city’s water usage patterns, known as the ‘flush factor’.