Melbourne Water are now seeking to understand what’s important to you: the specific features that you value within your local environment and community.
Council is supportive of the Melbourne Water community
engagement, and we encourage your participation on this important issue.
Your feedback and insights will be key to the success of Melbourne Water's Maribyrnong River catchment flood mitigation study – a significant step towards protecting the area and ensuring the community is prepared for future floods.
The study investigates flood mitigation options that prioritise community safety and have the biggest impact on reducing flood risk. These could include:
- traditional infrastructure such as levees, retarding basins and improved drainage
- innovative solutions such as wetlands and other nature-based solutions
- water management strategies and projects
- flood-resilient building and design features.
The study started in early 2025 and is expected to finish by mid-2026.
To have your say and provide feedback to the Department, please visit the Melbourne Water website.
Pop-up feedback sessions:
In May, Melbourne Water will be popping up in several places across the Maribyrnong River catchment area. Drop by to find out more about the study, speak to the project team, and share what’s important to you. Subject matter experts will also be available to answer any technical questions and hear your feedback directly.
You can come at any time, but are encouraged to RSVP here so you can be contacted once exact locations are confirmed.
- Moonee Ponds
- Date: Saturday 17 May
- Time: 9am to 12pm
- Djerring Flemington Hub
- Address: 25 Mt Alexander Rd, Flemington VIC 3031
- Date: Saturday 31 May
- Time: 12pm to 3pm
