Huntingdale Wetlands Litter Trap Upgrade

Melbourne Water is upgrading the channel inlet leading into the Huntingdale Wetlands litter trap to improve the way we capture litter and large debris before it enters the Wetland. 

About the project 

The Huntingdale Wetlands provide significant environmental amenity for the local community and fauna. In recent years, the volume of debris and litter entering the Huntingdale Wetlands has been an issue in maintaining the wetland's health. 

That's why we're upgrading the channel inlet to improve how we catch litter during wet weather events. This will ensure the wetlands will continue to be an asset today, tomorrow and for generations to come. 

Project Overview 

Works will be focused around the current litter trap and will involve: 

• Reshaping the bank of the channel on the side of Scotchman’s Creek Trail to ensure smooth flow of water towards the litter trap.
• Removal of some vegetation. Melbourne Water understands the value of trees to community and will work with local groups and Council to conduct offset planting.

Why are these works important?

These works are important in reducing the amount of waste that enters the wetland from Scotchmans Creek. The works will:

• Improve the ability for the litter trap to capture large debris during heavy rainfall events before it enters the wetland.
• Reduce the volume of litter and debris entering the wetland.
• Reduce manual handling of debris within the wetland which is a safety risk for Melbourne Water staff.

Contractors Aqua Metro Services on behalf of Melbourne Water will be managing the upgrade. 

What to expect

While Melbourne Water makes every effort to minimise impacts to the community, during works you may notice:

• Increased vehicle movements along Stanley Avenue, Mount Waverley. 
• Closure of the Scotchman's Creek Trail entrance at Stanley Avenue, Mount Waverley for one month, weather permitting. 
• Temporary increase in construction noise.
• Some dust and vibration due to demolition of concrete and equipment being used. 
• Some removal of small trees to accommodate the reshaping of the inlet channel. 

Melbourne Water understands the value of trees to community and has engaged local community and Council to discuss offset planting. 

Scotchmans Creek Trail Closure

To accommodate for the start of works, protect the structural tree roots of vegetation along the trail, and ensure the safety of pedestrians and cyclists;

Scotchmans Creek trail between Stanley Avenue and Osborne Avenue will be closed from January 2024 for approximately 1 month, weather permitting.

• Pedestrians will be diverted via Carrol Grove and will return to the opposite side of Scotchmans Creek trail,
• Cyclists will detour via Briggs Street and Osborne Avenue. 
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