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Over 60,000 native plants and grasses have now been planted as Melbourne Water’s Yarra Capital Improvement Program celebrates its halfway milestone. The vast rejuvenation project that began in 2021, breathes new life into over 60km of the Yarra River from Abbotsford to Warrandyte.

As part of National Reconciliation Week 2024 (27 May - 3 June), Melbourne Water is proud to sponsor two acquisition art awards in the 15th annual Confined exhibition, presented by The Torch.

Melbourne Water is conducting restoration works along a 2km stretch of the Little Yarra River to improve waterway health, protect the banks of the river and provide habitat for native animals.

This World Migratory Bird Day, Melbourne Water and bird watchers alike are in a flutter following a 'mega rare' bird sighting after the American Golden Plover was confirmed in Victoria for the very first time. This stunning bird recently graced the Western Treatment Plant (WTP) in Werribee with its presence for a memorable week and a half.

Melbourne Water today published the final report of the independent review into the flooding of the Maribyrnong River in 2022.

Melbourne Water has been recognised at the Australian Water Awards for its innovative water infrastructure and commitment to reaching net-zero.

In a ‘mega rarity’, an American Golden Plover has taken up residence at Melbourne Water’s Western Treatment Plant (WTP).

Melbourne Water, with John Holland-KBR JV, is a proud finalist in the Australian Water Association (AWA) Awards for an innovative approach to the Biogas Handling System Stage 1 Upgrade at the Eastern Treatment Plant. 

Melbourne Water’s M22/M46 Water Mains Renewal project, a joint partnership with John Holland-KBR JV, is a finalist in the Australian Water Association (AWA) Awards for Water Industry Safety Excellence.