Stormwater treatment wetlands designed to improve water quality have themselves been improved as part of Wyndham council’s healthier waterways program.
The upgrades to the Lysterfield Walk wetland in Manor Lakes and the Amber Place and Flinders Crescent wetlands in Wyndham Vale were recently completed.
The most extensive works were done on the Amber Place wetland, which was reshaped and had a pollution trap and a new boardwalk installed.
The other two wetlands received new plants to soak up pollution and reduce sediment.
Wyndham councillor Robert Szatkowski said the $1.6 million upgrade program would not only benefit the wetlands, but downstream waterways too.
“These works ensure our natural waterways are clean and provide a nurturing
habitat for wildlife and a pleasant place for neighbouring residents and passers-by,” Cr Szatkowski said.
“The wetlands drain to important local waterways such as the Werribee River and
Lollypop Creek, which in turn flow into Port Phillip Bay, meaning the environmental
benefits are reaped by both Wyndham and surrounding areas.”
