Construct a bridge, crossing or culvert
If you plan to construct a crossing over our drain or waterway or to make any changes to an existing crossing, you must get our approval.
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Build a private jetty
If you are planning to build a private floating or fixed jetty, pontoon or mooring on Melbourne's waterways you need our approval.
Install utilities near sewers, drains, waterways, water mains
You must have our approval before you start work on any utility installations (such as gas, electricity and water) or excavations near our assets.
Plant near sewers, drains, waterways and water mains
If you are planning landscaping work we must approve proposed plantings over or near pipe reserves, easements and floodways.
Mount Waverley water main renewal project
Melbourne Water is undertaking water main upgrade works in Melbourne’s eastern and south-eastern suburbs. These upgrade works will ensure Melbourne Water can continue to supply our customers and the wider community with a safe and reliable water supply now and into the future.
Mount Evelyn Water Treatment Plant
Melbourne Water will be constructing a new water treatment plant in Mount Evelyn.
Planning permit for subdivision
Applications for planning permits for the subdivision of land require our consent, as a referral authority.
Melbourne’s water storages at 88.4%
Melbourne’s Annual Water Outlook 2025 shows that water storage levels are expected to remain secure for the year ahead.
Western Treatment Plant tours
Discover the historical and environmental significance of Western Treatment Plant through our on-site guided tours.
Supplying water to Melbourne
That’s why at Melbourne Water, we have been taking action and planning across 50-year time horizons to manage and protect this precious resource for our city.