Water and catchments

We ensure that Victoria has safe, sustainable and productive water resources to meet our urban, rural, recreational, environmental and cultural needs.

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Water Security Plan

Options are being investigated to boost water supply for Melbourne, Geelong and nearby regions that don’t rely on rainfall.

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Melton recycled water plant

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Merrimu Reservoir near Bacchus Marsh.

New appointments to guide Victoria's water sector

More than 130 board appointments will provide more diverse voices to lead Victoria’s water corporations and catchment management authorities...

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New research to guide water planning

Victoria’s Water Resources under a Changing Climate outlines how shifting weather systems are impacting the state’s water resources.

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Hydrogen production at an on-site at a wastewater treatment plant

New plan for future water supply across Melbourne and Geelong

Victoria’s Water Security Plan explores future options to secure supply for Melbourne, Geelong and regions amid growing demand and climate c...

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Flood gauging at 225218 Freestone Creek at Briagalong in July 2025.

Monitoring vital for understanding and protecting waterways

Learn about how we monitor streamflow in Victoria's rivers through the Regional Water Monitoring Partnership (RWMP).

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Opening of the Victorian Advanced Greywater Recycling System Trial demonstration installation at Gordon TAFE.

Victorian-first technology testing greywater recycling

Barwon Water is leading a trial of an innovative technology that can recycle greywater inside homes and other buildings.

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The Glenelg River near Casterton, Victoria.

Climate change adaptation grants give catchments and waterways a boost

The Victorian Water Cycle Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan is supporting 5 regional projects to build the resilience of waterways to cl...

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Central Deborah Gold Mine

Bendigo’s mining past gets a lift

A new industrial lift has been installed at Bendigo’s Central Deborah Gold Mine as part of a project finding solutions to manage the city’s ...

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Planting works being undertaken as part of the Urban Ripple Project

Major restoration project to revive Ballarat’s waterways

The Green Links program is supporting community led initiatives across the state.

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The Daylesford water treatment plant.

More water to flow into Daylesford

A new pipeline will supply Daylesford with up to 300 million litres of water per year when needed.

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Man watering garden by - Craig Moodie

Households

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

Farmland with crops and irrigation

Agriculture and industry

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

Blue Skies with flock of birds at Torrumbarry weir

Programs

Victoria's projects and plans for our water resources.

Etiwanda Wetlands is a man-made a nature preserve located in Mildura.

Waterways

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

Merrimu Reservoir near Bacchus Marsh

Catchments

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

River gum at Torrumbarry

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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DEECA works to ensure that Victoria has a safe and reliable water supply.

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Rocks on bank of Melton reservoir