Lower Dandenong Creek Litter Action Plan
The Lower Dandenong Creek Litter Collaboration brings together the Cities of Casey, Greater Dandenong and Kingston, Parks Victoria, Melbourne Water and the EPA to tackle litter at a catchment scale.
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Hop into Frogging along Lollipop Creek in Wyndam Vale
Join Melbourne Water’s Waterwatch team and the Werribee River Keeper Association with some special expert guests to investigate some of the small animals that call the waterways of Wyndham Vale home.
Nillumbik Environmental Volunteer Expo at Edendale Farm
Come along to the Nillumbik Environmental Volunteer Expo at Edendale Farm to learn, connect and be inspired.
Citizen Science Month – April 2024
Members of the general public collaborate with professional scientists to collect data which can make a meaningful impact on environmental management. April is a Citizen Science Month and Melbourne Water is focusing on counting frogs.
Hop on over for World Frog Day, and jump on the Frog Census!
Frogs play a vital role in the ecology of wetlands and waterways. They breathe and drink through their skin and as such are sensitive to drought and pollution. Unfortunately, frog populations are under threat and many species are disappearing or at danger of going extinct.
Melbourne Water and ABC Education partner to improve national water literacy standards
As we recognise World Water Day, Melbourne Water and ABC Education are working together to help improve water literacy levels in schools across the nation.
Melbourne Water leads Litter Action Plan to combat littering in Lower Dandenong Creek
Melbourne Water, a leading partner for the Paddle for Patterson event, was proud to support and be involved in the innovative community event that highlighted the impact of litter in our waterways and the need to take action to mitigate it. Held last weekend, this fun-filled event celebrated the launch of the Lower Dandenong Creek Litter Action Plan, which primarily focuses on reducing litter in the lower Dandenong Creek waterway, stormwater network, and ultimately to Port Phillip Bay.
Thornhill Park Retarding Basin and Wetland
Thornhill Park Retarding Basin and Wetland requires some rectification works on the outlet structure, north of the freeway to allow for the water levels to naturally balance within the system as designed. Once the water levels have been lowered landscaping works can commence around the park. Melbourne Water will undertake the landscaping works, which will include outdoor fitness equipment, a viewing platform and plantings around the area.
Cheaper bills and healthy water supply for Melbourne
Following four consecutive years of above average rainfall Melbourne’s water supply for the year ahead remains secure with water storage levels currently at a healthy 91 per cent.
2024 Victorian Landcare Grants Now Open
The Victorian Landcare Grants program is now open, and Melbourne Water have been allocated over half a million dollars to help support local environmental programs.