Our community programs help you learn more about your natural environment and local habitats, and help us better track the health of our waterways.
We have training and programs for people of all ages – and partnerships with councils, schools and community groups – so you can build on your knowledge and make a meaningful contribution to your local area.
The data you collect could contribute to scientific research, management planning and on-ground actions that improve the health of our rivers, creeks and wetlands.
COVID-19 update
Waterwatch workshops and events will continue to be held online where possible. When deemed safe to resume, face-to-face activities will be held in a COVID-safe manner. Check out our ‘Expert Connections’ webinar series on ecological and waterway themes, and Melbourne Water’s social media for updates and events.
Before starting any activity, contact your program manager for advice on specific safety requirements and to receive a copy of our COVID-19 Control Plan.
Join a program from your community
You can participate in monitoring waterway health from your own backyard or nature reserve:
- Join the Frog Census
- Join the Platypus Census
- Join the Waterbug Census
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River Detectives
The River Detectives sustainability program supports educators to explore their local rivers and creeks with students.
State-wide program connecting local communities with waterway health and sustainable water management issues since 1993. Subscribe to news or view water quality data.