Stream flow management
We produce stream flow management plans, local management rules and a Drought Response Plan to document the ways in which water will be managed to ensure it is shared fairly between diverters and the environment.
We produce stream flow management plans, local management rules and a Drought Response Plan to document the ways in which water will be managed to ensure it is shared fairly between diverters and the environment.
We're partially upgrading Beaconsfield Reservoir to protect downstream properties and communities. The reservoir was permanently disconnected from Melbourne's water supply network in 1988.
Melbourne Water is inviting the community to a platypus-friendly fishing event on Sunday 15 February 2026 along the Little Yarra River in Yarra Junction, following several recent platypus drownings linked to illegal fishing nets.
During the warmer months we monitor mosquito larvae at the Seaford Wetlands and coordinate actions to control outbreaks.
Enjoy a morning of fishing along the Little Yarra River, learn about the local platypus population, and trade in old opera house nets for wildlife-friendly alternatives!
Even when water restrictions aren't in place, Melbourne has permanent water saving rules. Each person also has a personal water usage target of no more than 150 litres a day. Read about water restrictions, water saving rules and your personal Target 150.