The importance of sewerage
Get the lowdown on Melbourne’s sewerage system, how we look after it and what you can do to help.
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Western Treatment Plant
Explore the historic sewage treatment plant in Werribee, also an internationally-recognised bird habitat.
Eastern Treatment Plant
Learn how the treatment plant uses innovative processes to turn sewage into Class A recycled water.
Producing recycled water
Discover how we produce high-quality recycled water at our Eastern and Western treatment plants.
Know your rivers and creeks
Learn how we look after greater Melbourne’s 25,000 kilometres of waterways, and the role that wetlands play.
Hawthorn East Retarding Basin: protecting homes and supporting local sport
Spectators at Rathmines Road Reserve Oval will have a new place to cheer on their local teams, thanks to the upgraded Hawthorn East Retarding Basin (HERB). This upgrade not only protects homes from flooding but also creates a lasting legacy for the community. A spectator shelter, integrated into the spillway wall overlooking the oval, transforms essential flood infrastructure into a space for the entire neighbourhood to enjoy.
Securing Victoria’s Water Supply for the Future
Today’s announcement by the Victorian Government of the Victorian Water Security Plan is welcomed by Victoria’s five major water corporations: Barwon Water, Greater Western Water, Melbourne Water, South East Water and Yarra Valley Water.
Melbourne Water celebrates five-fold presence in 2025 VIC Water Awards Finalists
Melbourne Water has been named a finalist in five of six categories at the 2025 VIC Water Awards, recognising its staff and projects for innovation, research and development and organisational excellence.
Reducing flood risk in our community
Flood risk in any area depends on how often flooding occurs, how deep and fast floodwater flows and how it impacts people, homes, and infrastructure.
Melbourne Water lodges 2026-31 Price Submission with Essential Services Commission
Melbourne Water has submitted its 2026–31 Price Submission to the State’s independent economic regulator – the Essential Services Commission (ESC), marking a pivotal moment in Melbourne's water future.