Patterson Lakes
Melbourne Water manages the lakes, waterways and associated infrastructure, such as the tidal gates, within Patterson Lakes’ Tidal Waterways and Quiet Lakes areas.
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Identifying waterbugs (Years 7-8)
This lesson plan explores the identification, classification and feeding relationships of organisms using local waterbugs – key indicators of waterway health.
Using data to manage our frogs (Years 9-10)
Focusing on the growling grass frog, students learn about urbanisation and frog biology to identify future urban growth hotspots impacting habitat.
Litter Trackers project (Years 3-6)
To trace the journey of litter, 100 bottles containing GPS trackers were released in creeks and rivers in Melbourne and their movements recorded.
Litter Trackers project (Years 7-10)
To trace the journey of litter, 100 bottles containing GPS trackers were released in creeks and rivers in Melbourne and their movements recorded.
Western Treatment Plant virtual tour learning resources
This series of lessons encourages Year 7-8 students to explore the plant in the context of growing demand for water.
Waterway activity sheets
This series of activity sheets introduce students to the animals in their local waterways through indoor and outdoor tasks.
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.
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.