Werribee and Maribyrnong residents can now apply for funding through Melbourne Water to improve waterways near their properties.
The Liveable Communities, Liveable Waterways incentives program is aimed at improving the health of Melbourne’s waterways and enhancing life and liveability across Melbourne.
This program provides funding to eligible landowners who own or manage waterways on their property within the Port Phillip and Western Port Catchment areas.
Melbourne Water said the program recognises the crucial role that waterways play in the overall health and well-being of our communities.
It aims to encourage landowners to undertake projects that contribute to the improvement and preservation of waterway health, while also enhancing the overall quality of life in the region.
Landholders who own or manage a waterway frontage on their property within the Port Phillip and Westernport Catchment areas can apply for the funding.
This includes rivers, creeks, wetlands, or any other natural waterways in Maribyrnong, Werribee, Yarra, Lower Yarra, Westernport, Dandenong, and Mornington Peninsula.
The program is open to both residential and commercial landowners as well as schools and community groups who are committed to working towards the betterment of their local waterways and deliver multiple liveability benefits for the community.
Funding provided through the Liveable Communities, Liveable Waterways program can be utilised for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to implementing waterway health improvement works, fencing, revegetation and weed management.
Area Lead, Sarah Gregor said, “This program presents an excellent opportunity for waterway owners and managers to make a positive impact on their local environment while contributing to the overall liveability of Melbourne.”
“By actively participating in the Liveable Communities, Liveable Waterways incentives program, landowners can play a crucial role in the preservation and enhancement of the natural beauty and ecological balance of our waterways.
“Through working with local community groups to manage our waterways, we are better able to understand, and deliver, the environmental and social benefits of our waterways.
“We look forward to receiving applications from passionate individuals and organisations who share our vision for a sustainable and thriving Melbourne.”
Details: www.melbournewater.com.au/
