Quiet Lakes
The Quiet Lakes are formed by three interlinked, non-tidal lakes: Legana, Illawong and Carramar. Find out how they’re managed, and your responsibilities as a resident.
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Guide to running waterbug sessions
This introductory guide steps through running a waterbug sampling session, which complements water science analysis and provides an assessment of waterway health.
Waterbug identification guide and resources
Learn how to differentiate waterbugs with these handy resources, from guides to posters and data sheets.
Tidal Waterways
The Tidal Waterways are a series of canals and harbours connected to the Patterson River. Melbourne Water leases and maintains jetties in the area, and operates flood protection gates.
Frog identification beginner's guide
Use this comprehensive guide to help you recognise different frog species in Victoria.
Creating a frog-friendly habitat
This illustrated guide steps you through designing and building your own frog pond, with handy tips along the way.
Quiet Lakes water quality
We regularly monitor blue-green algae and E. coli levels at the Quiet Lakes, and notify residents if these exceed the recommended standards.
Wetlands video series
This video series explores the many facets of the Edithvale-Seaford Wetland, ideal for years 5 to 8.
Elster Creek Catchment Flood Management Plan
We’re taking a holistic approach to reducing flood risk in Elster Creek Catchment, collaboratively implementing the Elster Creek Catchment Flood Management Plan 2019-24 with the cities of Bayside, Glen Eira, Kingston and Port Phillip.
Koo Wee Rup-Longwarry flood protection district
The district is a former swamp, drained in the 1800s for farming. Due to its significant flood risk, property owners pay a special precept rate to fund the higher level of drainage service we provide to the area.