Timeline of our history
Find out more about key moments in our organisation’s history.
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Heritage management and conservation
We are responsible for managing different types of heritage, including built, indigenous, contact and natural heritage.
History of our water supply system
Access to clean water has shaped human settlements throughout history, and Melbourne is no different.
History of sewerage
Follow the history of Melbourne’s sewerage, from open sewers and thunderboxes to sustainable resource management and recovery.
Cocoroc township
The town of Cocoroc was built in 1894 at the Werribee Sewage Farm to house its workers. Discover its many fascinating stories.
Werribee Farm
The Western Treatment Plant has played a crucial role in Melbourne's development, treating our sewage since 1897.
History of our rivers and creeks
Our rivers, creeks and wetlands have played many roles throughout history: as places of cultural importance, sources of water and natural forms of drainage.
Water storage reservoirs
Get to know Melbourne’s 10 major water storage reservoirs, which help secure our water supply now and into the future.
Reimagining Your Creek Program
We're reimagining a number of creeks across Melbourne, transforming them into desirable open spaces where people can interact with nature in cooler, healthier environments.
Cardinia Reservoir
View facts and historical rainfall data for Cardinia, Melbourne’s second-largest reservoir.