Navigate through Melbourne's World of Water- an interactive 3D environment, to discover the key stages of the natural and urban water cycle. Follow water as it journeys across your favourite city!

Students will create their very own water cycle in a bag.

Educational activity for students to explore the stages of the water cycle through song

Future Water Story, Western Treatment Plant, Werribee. Students explore the theme: How do human-induced environmental changes impact water in Melbourne and what management strategies are required – for sustainability and human wellbeing.

Activity sheets for early childhood and primary schools for Platypus.

This introductory guide to running waterbug sampling sessions is designed for teachers (Foundation to Year 8). 

Australia is the world’s driest inhabited continent, yet we are one of the highest users of water per person. We live in an uncertain climate – it’s important to use water wisely so we have a secure source of drinking water for many years to come.

Students consider the importance of using water wisely and use a set of water saving cards to develop an action plan for using water wisely at home.

Worksheet: World of Water – WoW map quest. Explore the interactive map to learn about Melbourne’s catchments and how they contribute to Melbourne having a high-quality water supply. Find out about the different catchments and where they are located. Learn about the reservoirs that supply Melbourne with water and how water moves throughout the system.

Worksheet: A World of Water – WoW map quest. Explore the interactive map to learn about how recycled water is produced, where it is used and what are the environmental benefits of using recycled water. Find out about recycled water use around Australia and the world.