Maintain a Crown Levee
Landowners must apply for our consent to maintain existing levees on Crown land that adjoins a rural property.
Landowners must apply for our consent to maintain existing levees on Crown land that adjoins a rural property.
In partnership with Glen Eira City Council, we’ve commissioned several studies into options for mitigating flooding from the Koornang Main Drain, which services the suburbs of Ormond and McKinnon.
Find information and online application forms for building and development work that needs approval or advice from Melbourne Water.
Learn how we treat Melbourne's water to make sure it is safe to drink.
Melbourne Water is inviting community feedback on a new Recreational Area Management Plan and proposed waterway rules for Tarago Reservoir, with consultation open for four weeks from 2 March 2026.
Our Price Submission to the Essential Services Commission details our proposed services and the prices we intend to charge for them over a five-year period.
By understanding your flood risk and taking a few simple actions, you can be prepared for flooding.
That’s why at Melbourne Water, we have been taking action and planning across 50-year time horizons to manage and protect this precious resource for our city.
Applications for planning permits for the subdivision of land require our consent, as a referral authority.
Find out how you can use our land for community projects that enhance liveability, or for individual or commercial use.