Download a map of your drainage scheme
Download your drainage scheme.
Download your drainage scheme.
Rivers and creeks are central to everyday life, sustaining a complex ecosystem of plants and animals – and providing natural spaces for people to enjoy. Get to know some of Melbourne’s major waterways and the vital role they play.
Read the service standards, guidelines and resources for some of Melbourne Water's key customers.
Melbourne Water manages the lakes, waterways and associated infrastructure, such as the tidal gates, within Patterson Lakes’ Tidal Waterways and Quiet Lakes areas.
This lesson plan explores the identification, classification and feeding relationships of organisms using local waterbugs – key indicators of waterway health.
This series of activity sheets introduce students to the animals in their local waterways through indoor and outdoor tasks.
The Quiet Lakes are formed by three interlinked, non-tidal lakes: Legana, Illawong and Carramar. Find out how they’re managed, and your responsibilities as a resident.
This introductory guide steps through running a waterbug sampling session, which complements water science analysis and provides an assessment of waterway health.
Learn how to differentiate waterbugs with these handy resources, from guides to posters and data sheets.
Use this comprehensive guide to help you recognise different frog species in Victoria.