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This week we celebrate #NationalWaterWeek, where individuals, communities, schools, and organisations are inspired to promote the importance of water and the ways in which we are all #UnitedByWater.

There’s always been an abundance of wildlife at Melbourne Water’s Western Treatment Plant, but annual surveying over winter confirms some bird species are using the landscape in higher numbers than ever before – including vulnerable and endangered varieties.

The Independent Review Panel appointed by Melbourne Water to conduct a review into the Maribyrnong River flood event of 14 October 2022 has handed down its report. 
 

The Moonee Ponds Creek catchment has been grappling with the persistent problem of rubbish dumping. To address this issue, Melbourne Water is supporting the Chain of Ponds Litter Action Plan aimed at reducing the incidence and impact of litter in our waterways

Greg Wilson started working for Melbourne Water 43 years ago, this week, after some time away, his career has come full circle returning as Chair of the new Board.

While all eyes were fixed on the thrilling clash between the two top AFL teams, Melbourne Water, monitored water usage patterns throughout the sporting event.

Beyond the excitement on the field, Melbourne Water has discovered a fascinating connection between this sporting event and the city’s water usage patterns, known as the ‘flush factor’.

In celebration of World Rivers Day on 24 September 2024, Melbourne Water is pleased to announce its partnership with the Yarra Riverkeeper Association and the upcoming Birrarung Riverfest 2023, a celebration of the Birrarung.

Congratulations to the 2023 Victorian Landcare Grant recipients across the Melbourne Water-managed Port Phillip and Westernport regions.

To protect and conserve threatened platypus populations this spring, Melbourne Water is continuing to take proactive measures.