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Water sprinklers at Monterey Reserve in Frankston North.

Recycled water to keep Frankston North sporting grounds green

The Monterey Recycled Water Scheme will supply 98 million litres of recycled water to sporting grounds and open spaces in Frankston North ea...

13 Jun

Seasonal snapshot: Melbourne’s water storages

Across autumn, Melbourne’s water storages captured 50% less water than the 30-year average.

Students and staff from SWEP school Lorne College

12 Jun

Schools tapping into water saving program

Victorian schools have saved more than 11 billion litres of water through the Schools Water Efficiency Program.

30 May

Victorian water corporations win national awards

Grampians Wimmera Mallee Water and Melbourne Water take out prizes at the 2025 Australian Water Awards.

Friends of edwards lake planting in 2024

26 May

A greener path ahead thanks to new round of grants

Community projects that improve and protect habitats for native wildlife across Victoria’s urban rivers and creeks will receive a funding bo...

21 May

New restrictions protect local water supplies

As Victoria’s dry conditions continue, water restrictions will commence in 2 more Victorian towns.

20 May

Experts flood to Melbourne for national conference

Coming together with trusted professionals and community members for the annual Floodplain Management Australia National Conference.

12 May

Water saving matters more as storages fall

Victorians are encouraged to save water at home as average water storages levels across Victoria reach 57%.

The Latrobe River with a bridge crossing.

17 Apr

Benefits to flow across Gippsland from water reallocation

16 billion litres of water previously set aside for power generation have been reallocated to support farmers, the environment and Tradition...

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Households

How you can reduce your water use, take control of your water bills and find support.

Agriculture and industry

Explore information about water management and stay informed about all things water-related on your land.

Programs

Victoria's projects and plans for our water resources.

Waterways

Victoria's waterways are made up of rivers, wetlands, floodplains and estuaries.

Catchments

Effective catchment management enhances the sustainability and productivity of our natural environment, providing benefits to the community.

Water sources

The use of a diverse range of water sources improves the security of water supply in an uncertain future.

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