Caring for Western Port’s Ramsar wetlands
Melbourne Water protects Ramsar wetlands, vital for wildlife, culture, clean water and flood resilience. We work with partners to secure their future.
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Managing flood risk together
Flood management in Melbourne is a shared responsibility between Melbourne Water, councils, emergency services and other key partners.
Western Port wetlands
The Western Port Ramsar site spans nearly 60,000 hectares of wetlands, tidal flats, and seagrass meadows. It is internationally recognised for its biodiversity, rich birdlife, and its role in supporting healthy marine and coastal ecosystems. These wetlands filter water, support fisheries, reduce flood risk, and provide habitat for thousands of native species.
Helping hands needed for Grow West planting day
Grow West is asking for the help of green-thumbed volunteers to join a community planting day from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm on Sunday, 20 July, to plant 4,000 native seedlings along Korjamnunnip Creek on Wurundjeri Country in Ballan.
Silvan Reservoir: Melbourne’s Hydraulic Heartbeat
Tucked into the forested slopes of the Dandenong Ranges, Silvan Reservoir may look peaceful, but it works hard behind the scenes to keep Melbourne’s taps flowing, rain or shine.
Reimagining Eumemmerring Creek
We’re transforming almost 2 kilometres of Eumemmerring Creek into a natural waterway, from Doveton Avenue, Doveton through to Lace Street, Eumemmerring.
Reimagining Tarralla Creek
We’re transforming another section of Tarralla Creek, Croydon, into a more natural and enjoyable community space.
Open House Melbourne: Yan Yean Reservoir Park: Beyond the Tap
Join the tour of Yan Yean Reservoir and learn about its history, engineering and ongoing role in Melbourne's water management system.
Open House Melbourne: Preston Service Reservoir
Join us for a guided tour of the Preston Service Reservoir.
Beyond the tap: Step inside Preston and Yan Yean reservoir sites during Open House Melbourne
Ever wondered how Melbourne gets its world-class drinking water? For one weekend only, wander through two historic reservoir sites, in areas normally closed to the public – Preston Reservoir on Saturday 26 and Yan Yean Reservoir Sunday 27 July – as part of Open House Melbourne program.