A Melbourne Water waterways monitoring program has led to the discovery of a 24-year-old male platypus – the oldest ever recorded in the wild - astounding researchers and biologists.

Melbourne Water is continuing to invest in critical infrastructure by updating the Western Treatment Plant, transforming it into a modern, state-of-the art facility that will help reduce greenhouse emissions and cater to Melbourne’s growing sewerage needs.

A federally funded, Melbourne Water-managed program to establish new habitat is helping to prevent the extinction of the critically endangered Leadbeater’s Possum.

This International Women’s Day 2024, Melbourne Water aims to Count her in, invest in women, accelerate progress. 

Melbourne Water in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and the Victorian Government, has delivered a stormwater harvesting system at Monbulk Recreation Reserve.

Frogs play a vital role in the ecology of wetlands and waterways. They breathe and drink through their skin and as such are sensitive to drought and pollution. Unfortunately, frog populations are under threat and many species are disappearing or at danger of going extinct.

As we recognise World Water Day, Melbourne Water and ABC Education are working together to help improve water literacy levels in schools across the nation.

Melbourne Water, a leading partner for the Paddle for Patterson event, was proud to support and be involved in the innovative community event that highlighted the impact of litter in our waterways and the need to take action to mitigate it. Held last weekend, this fun-filled event celebrated the launch of the Lower Dandenong Creek Litter Action Plan, which primarily focuses on reducing litter in the lower Dandenong Creek waterway, stormwater network, and ultimately to Port Phillip Bay.

Following four consecutive years of above average rainfall Melbourne’s water supply for the year ahead remains secure with water storage levels currently at a healthy 91 per cent.

As a result of the recent high rainfalls and subsequent flooding Melbourne Water is working with emergency services and other relevant agencies to review the impacts to our waterways and assets.