Access to clean water has shaped human settlements throughout history, and Melbourne is no different.

Follow the history of Melbourne’s sewerage, from open sewers and thunderboxes to sustainable resource management and recovery.

Discover trails where you can cycle, stroll or jog along Melbourne’s rivers and creeks – and feel a million miles from city life.

Read an overview of fishing responsibly, and where to find more information on requirements and fishing locations.

Discover our key birdwatching locations - including Werribee’s Western Treatment Plant - and species you might encounter, and find out if you need a birdwatching permit.

Learn how water moves naturally between the land, ocean and atmosphere, how it ends up in your home – and where it goes from there.

Learn how we look after greater Melbourne’s 25,000 kilometres of waterways, and the role wetlands play.