Planning, Development and Asset Protection
Melbourne Water provides legislated flood protection, drainage and waterway protection services that seek to ensure the community of Melbourne is protected and resilient from our climate change future.
Melbourne Water provides legislated flood protection, drainage and waterway protection services that seek to ensure the community of Melbourne is protected and resilient from our climate change future.
Read about planning and building at Melbourne Water - yours and ours. Apply for approvals and access information and tools to help you build, develop and renovate.
Find your local water retailer.
View address and transport details for our main office and education facilities.
View information about legislation administered by Melbourne Water – namely, the Water Act and its related by-laws, as well as other policies that are relevant to our work.
By joining Melbourne Water, you’ll be part of a strong talented and diverse team dedicated to enhancing liveability in Melbourne and beyond.
Learn how Melbourne’s second major river, the Maribyrnong, has evolved with our city: from a saltwater river through to a sought-after inner city destination.
There’s more to the Yarra than the iconic Southbank stretch – learn how the river has changed over time and its contribution to Melbourne’s natural and cultural landscape.
The ‘backbone’ of Werribee, the river offers access to the unique surrounding landscape and outdoor experiences, with birdwatching and fishing being popular pursuits.
Understand water’s role in your community. Find out where to find information about works and projects, or how to help by reporting an issue.