Melbourne Water and Greater Western Water have successfully completed a joint operation to refill a section of Deep Creek in the Macedon Ranges, aiming to save the endangered Yarra Pygmy Perch.
A warmer-than-average autumn has led to an 8% drop in Greater Melbourne’s water storages since the end of summer, with current levels sitting at 73%, down 14% from the end of autumn 2024.
Melbourne Water protects Ramsar wetlands, vital for wildlife, culture, clean water and flood resilience. We work with partners to secure their future.
Flood models identify which areas are most likely to flood, how quickly, and how deep the water may get.
Flood management in Melbourne is a shared responsibility between Melbourne Water, councils, emergency services and other key partners.
The Western Port Ramsar site spans nearly 60,000 hectares of wetlands, tidal flats, and seagrass meadows. It is internationally recognised for its biodiversity, rich birdlife, and its role in supporting healthy marine and coastal ecosystems. These wetlands filter water, support fisheries, reduce flood risk, and provide habitat for thousands of native species.
Grow West is asking for the help of green-thumbed volunteers to join a community planting day from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm on Sunday, 20 July, to plant 4,000 native seedlings along Korjamnunnip Creek on Wurundjeri Country in Ballan.
From providing clean drinking water, treating sewage , working in our community to reduce flood risk, and keeping all 25,000km of Melbourne’s rivers, creeks and catchments healthy, we care for, manage and protect all parts of the water cycle.
Tucked into the forested slopes of the Dandenong Ranges, Silvan Reservoir may look peaceful, but it works hard behind the scenes to keep Melbourne’s taps flowing, rain or shine.
Join the tour of Yan Yean Reservoir and learn about its history, engineering and ongoing role in Melbourne's water management system.