Melbourne’s Annual Water Outlook 2024 shows that water storage levels are secure for the year ahead. Storages are high now, sitting at 95.0%, but can fall very quickly in dry conditions.
The establishment of a shellfish reef in and around the Mornington Peninsula, specifically between Mornington and Mount Eliza, has created an ecosystem that ensures the ongoing health and resilience of fish communities, as well as water quality.
A joint project managed by Melbourne Water to support and enhance Victoria’s Western Port and Port Phillip Bay shorelines has benefitted these important ecological wetlands by reducing predatory animals and improving habitat for local wildlife.
Fallen trees from the devastating 2021 Yarra Valley/Dandenong Ranges storms have been repurposed into beautifully crafted equipment and presented to graduating primary school children from the area by local State Member of Parliament Daniela De Martino.
Find information and online application forms for building and development work that needs approval or advice from Melbourne Water.
Flood gates separate the Tidal Waterways from the Patterson River, to protect residents from flooding. View the likelihood of them closing at the next high tide.
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View daily desalinated water data, to see how much is contributed to our water storage levels when the desalination plant is in use.
View pictures from the Thomson Dam, our largest reservoir.