Introduction

The Maribyrnong River Stories project is a collection of audio stories about the Maribyrnong River and local community connection to the river over time.

Council is collaborating with Wurundjeri elders and community impacted by the October 2022 flooding event to showcase stories important to the local community and history of the area.

We are seeking feedback about the project and community members who have a story to share. It could be a yarn or tale to tell, an interesting family historical connection or the contributions of a local community group you think should be featured. We want these stories to reflect the people, interests and experiences of the community that lives, works and plays in the area around Maribyrnong River.

The final audio stories will be located on the council website for anyone to listen and will be linked to two key locations through QR-code signage at Canning Reserve and Fairbairn Park.

This project is part of the Community Recovery Program supporting community following the October 2022 floods through projects and events promoting community connection, capacity building and emergency preparedness. The Community Recovery Program is funded by Victorian Government and Commonwealth Government.

Getting involved

Council is seeking involvement in the project by the flood affected and broader local community by:

• Providing ideas about types of stories community would like to hear and how best to access them.
• Sharing local stories connected to the Maribyrnong River.
• Shaping the story telling process.

Click on the survey link below to provide your feedback or contact us via the details on this page.