Melbourne Water, in partnership with the Australian Government, University of Melbourne, the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Yarra Ranges Council and South East Water, is rolling out a first-of-its-kind ‘smart water’ project in Melbourne’s outer east to help to reverse the critical decline of platypus by actively managing stormwater and flows in Monbulk Creek.

Melbourne Water’s WaterWatch team celebrated the dedication and impact of local volunteers this National Volunteer Week, hosting an event at the Western Treatment Plant recognising their outstanding contribution to protecting waterways and ecosystems across Greater Melbourne.

Melbourne Water has taken out Customer Experience Award at Ozwater’26, for its work on Future Water Story, recognising the organisation’s leadership in building customer-centric culture and implementing effective, innovative service solutions.

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.

Everything that flows from the catchment into Port Phillip Bay affects its health. When it rains, water runs off our streets, gardens, and farms, carrying soil, rubbish, and chemicals into the Bay. By reducing these pollutants, we can help keep the Bay cleaner and healthier for everyone.

Community members are invited to find out what is planned for the next stage of the Reimagining Moonee Ponds Creek project in Strathmore and Pascoe Vale.

New draft stormwater flood maps for the Banyule and Moonee Valley Local Government Areas are now available online for community feedback, giving residents a detailed and accurate picture of flood risk.