Waterways and Drainage Investment Plan
View our five-year investment plan for our waterways and drainage services, and see how we're progressing on our commitments.
View our five-year investment plan for our waterways and drainage services, and see how we're progressing on our commitments.
Local government is a key delivery partner for Melbourne Water, and are essential to the way we deliver waterways and drainage services and outcomes to our customers and community.
Melbourne Water provides legislated flood protection, drainage and waterway protection services that seek to ensure the community of Melbourne is protected and resilient from our climate change future.
The 10-year plan supports collaborative management of the Yarra and its lands to give effect to the community’s long-term vision.
Read our Annual Report for an overview of how we’re working to meet customer needs and regulatory obligations, and contribute to enhancing Melbourne’s life and liveability.
Named after explorer George Bass, the 30-kilometre Bass River begins in West Gippsland’s Strzelecki Ranges and flows through the flat expanses of the Bass Valley into Western Port.
By joining Melbourne Water, you’ll be part of a strong talented and diverse team dedicated to enhancing liveability in Melbourne and beyond.
Learn how Melbourne’s second major river, the Maribyrnong, has evolved with our city: from a saltwater river through to a sought-after inner city destination.
There’s more to the Yarra than the iconic Southbank stretch – learn how the river has changed over time and its contribution to Melbourne’s natural and cultural landscape.
The ‘backbone’ of Werribee, the river offers access to the unique surrounding landscape and outdoor experiences, with birdwatching and fishing being popular pursuits.