Melbourne Water

Applications are now open for the 2025 Victorian Landcare Grants, supporting Landcare and environmental volunteer groups to deliver on-ground environmental projects and community engagement activities. Through these grants, groups can apply for: 🌱 $20k grants for projects that help protect and restore the natural environment 🌱 $500 grants to help with group running costs Melbourne Water is committed to enhancing biodiversity, improving landscapes, and supporting thriving communities in the Port Phillip and Westernport catchments. As a Catchment Management Authority, we know these grants play a vital role in achieving lasting environmental outcomes, creating wildlife corridors, and addressing weed eradication at a landscape scale. 📅 Applications close: 5PM, Wednesday 16 April 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gu5Rx7cx #VictorianLandcareGrants #Landcare #CommunityGrants #Biodiversity #Volunteer #MelbourneWater #LandcareVictoria Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Ahead of International Women’s Day, Melbourne Water joined Greater Western Water, South East Water and Yarra Valley Water, to celebrate with a panel discussion featuring leaders from across the sector. We were proud to hear from our own Kinjia Munkara-Murray, Traditional Owner Partnerships Officer, alongside a diverse group of experts who shared their insights on gender equality, leadership, and the future of women in water. At Melbourne Water, our commitment to gender equity extends beyond this event. Through our Gender Equality Action Plan (2022-2025), we’re driving real change to help meet future challenges and deliver innovative solutions for our community. Of the 118 strategies and measures identified in our action plan: ✔️ 16% of planned actions have completed  ✔️ 43% of actions ongoing ✔️ 100% of Gender Impact Assessments conducted during this period applied an intersectional lens From increasing female representation in operational roles to embedding inclusive leadership across our organisation, Melbourne Water is committed to continuously and actively advancing Gender Equality. By working together, we can #MarchForward towards a more inclusive future. #IWD2025 #GenderEquality #DiversityAndInclusion #MelbourneWater

A growing Melbourne needs a secure water future. With more people wanting to call Melbourne home, we’re making sure there’s enough water for everyone today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Our Price Submission 2026 will detail how we’ll continue to deliver resilient services for our growing city and expanding urban footprint. We’re investing in our systems to meet community needs and ensure we have: ✅ Safe, reliable water every time we turn on the tap ✅ Effective wastewater treatment to keep our homes, rivers, and bays healthy ✅ Stormwater management and flood resilience that supports new homes, roads, and hard surfaces ✅ Accessible waterways for everyone to enjoy Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBVCxM2v #MelbourneWater #PriceSubmission2026

We're rethinking water management in the Werribee Catchment 💧 As one of Victoria’s fastest-growing regions, the Werribee River catchment is expected to welcome an additional 1 million people over the next 30 years. This growth brings challenges in managing recycled water, stormwater, and adapting to a drying climate while ensuring a sustainable future for local food production. In partnership with Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Southern Rural Water, Greater Western Water and Traditional Owners, we are rethinking how water is used in the catchment to deliver reliable, fit-for-purpose recycled water for irrigation to ease pressure on the Werribee River. We are also looking at how we can re-distribute recovered water for Traditional Owners, the environment, and urban needs. We’re proud to collaborate on securing water for communities, the environment, and future generations. Stay tuned! Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gJwBFd3k #MelbourneWater #WaterManagement #WerribeeCatchment

Put your hands together and congratulate Melbourne Water's latest cohort of graduates, who have recently completed their Certificate III in Rural Operations, Civil Construction and Water Industry Operations! Our trainees, apprentices and vocational education and training (VET) students have gained invaluable hands-on experience working alongside Melbourne Water's Natural Resource Management field delivery crews, Civil Construction Maintenance crews and Water Supply and Sewerage Transfer teams. Thanks to the collaborative efforts, support and theoretical training provided by Arbortrim Australia Pty Ltd, Water Training Australia and NextGen Jobs. This qualification will enable our graduates to excel in various roles within the water industry, land management and Melbourne Water career pathways. Images by David Hannah Photography #MelbourneWater #WaterIndustry #CareersInWater #WorkforceDevelopment #VET #Apprenticeship #NaturalResourceManagement #CivilConstruction #WaterSupply #SewerageTransfer

Heatwave Pressure: How we kept Melbourne’s water flowing 🌡️💦 On February 3, when temperatures hit 38°C, we delivered a record-breaking 2017ML of water to Greater Melbourne, Geelong, and Westernport - that’s 807 Olympic swimming pools worth! 🏊♀️💦 This was the first time in 20 years we’ve exceeded 2,000ML in a day. Huge thanks to our Water Supply Operations teams and supporting staff for keeping high-quality drinking water flowing to millions of Melburnians, even in extreme conditions. While we work hard to keep up with demand, we all have a role to play in making every drop count. During heatwaves, simple steps can make a big difference: 🚿 Take shorter showers 🌱 Water your garden early in the morning 💧 Don’t leave taps running #MelbourneWater #MakeEveryDropCount

#OnThisDay 💧 Marking 134 years of the Maroondah Water Supply System 💧 On 18 February 1891, the Watts River Scheme was commissioned, securing a new, reliable water source for Melbourne as the city outgrew Yan Yean Reservoir. This project laid the foundation for the Maroondah Water Supply System, which continues to provide world-class drinking water today. The network has since expanded significantly, with Maroondah Reservoir (built in 1927) playing a critical role. Recognised with Victorian Heritage listing in 2018, it remains an essential part of Melbourne’s water supply. 📸 Swipe through history with us! 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBwD_Jt7 #MaroondahReservoir #MelbourneWater #OnThisDay #WaterIndustry #Melbourne #MelbourneWaterReservoirs #HeritageVictoria #MaroondahDam #MaroondahTower

Science has shaped Melbourne’s water for over 170 years, and today, women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) are leading the way in making our city a healthy, sustainable, and liveable place. On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we celebrate all the amazing women at Melbourne Water whose passion, expertise and leadership are shaping the future of water. 🌏💧 Did you know that 40% of our workforce is made up of women, with over 60% of our executive leadership team consisting of female leaders? From ensuring 1.25 billion litres of drinking water flow reliably every day, to using innovative science to protect our waterways and catchments, these women are making a lasting impact. We’re committed to fostering a workplace where women in STEM thrive. If you’re passionate about making an impact in the water sector and want to use your science studies to help shape Melbourne’s water future, explore our current roles here: https://lnkd.in/gB8kTkcH #WomenInScience #IDWGS #STEM #MelbourneWater #STEMCareers

Today, clean, affordable water is readily available to our homes and businesses whenever we need it. At Melbourne Water, we supply and treat the water, then pass it on to your water retailer to deliver straight to you. The water charge on your bill covers three things: 🚰 Water for drinking, washing, and flushing 💧 Maintaining and upgrading reservoirs, dams, pipes, and pumps to keep our water flowing 🏠 Your retailer’s costs to bring water to your home or business Price Submission 2026 will outline our plan for Melbourne's water future. Learn more https://bit.ly/3WADgKf #MelbourneWater #PriceSubmission2026 #WaterBill

It's #WorldWetlandsDay! Did you know that wetlands are nature's way of filtering stormwater and protecting our waterways? Melbourne Water manages wetlands across the region, to remove pollutants before they reach our rivers and oceans. Wetlands act like nature’s water filter - slowing water, trapping sediment, and transforming pollutants through plants and microorganisms. They not only improve water quality but also create vital habitats for wildlife. 💧 From managing stormwater to safeguarding biodiversity, Melbourne Water plays a key role in ensuring our wetlands continue to thrive. #MelbourneWater #HealthyWaterways