Our Path to Net Zero
We’re taking action on climate change to protect the natural resources that sustain us so Melbourne remains a great place to live.
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Mosquito monitoring and control at Seaford Wetlands
During the warmer months we monitor mosquito larvae at the Seaford Wetlands and coordinate actions to control outbreaks.
Improving the Little Yarra River
We’re working to improve the health of the Little Yarra River in Yarra Junction, by undertaking weed control and revegetation along the streamside.
Prepare for flooding
By understanding your flood risk and taking a few simple actions, you can be prepared for flooding.
Options for treating stormwater
Find out more about water sensitive urban design (WSUD) treatments and choose one or more that best suit your needs.
Constructed wetlands
Constructed wetlands are a series of shallow, densely-planted, man-made ponds that help filter water through physical and biological processes. They provide a natural way to treat and remove pollutants from stormwater before it enters our creeks, rivers and oceans.
Selecting a treatment
There are a wide range of stormwater treatments and configurations. Do your research so you choose the right one.
Stormwater quality objectives
Stormwater quality treatment must be undertaken under the State Environment Protection Policies, which are binding for all government agencies, private individuals and businesses conducting activities on private and public land.
Outlet and distributed approaches
The location of your treatment measures will determine how you maintain and operate your system. Decide whether you will adopt an outlet or a distributed approach to stormwater treatment.
Treatment train
A treatment train is a sequence of stormwater treatments, designed to meet the needs of a particular environment.