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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The Aboriginal Water Program

Reconnecting communities to water for cultural, economic, customary and spiritual purposes.

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More funding flows to boost our waterways

Apply for Green Links Grants, offering $20,000 to $350,000 for urban waterway revegetation projects.

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Putting the spotlight on sustainability through recycled water

South East Water’s projects use recycled water to sustain parks and farmland, enhancing water security and supporting local agriculture and ...

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Celebrating 20 years of the Victorian Water Accounts

DEECA releases the 20th edition of Victorian Water Accounts with the latest report.

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looking at Birch Creek with the sky reflected in the water and a bridge in the background

National Water Week - Returning water to Traditional Owners

During National Water Week 2024, we’re highlighting efforts to return water to Traditional Owners and support cultural values.

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Making a splash during National Water Week

We're celebrating National Water Week 2024, with a wave of activity happening across the state.

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Recycled water a boost for farms in Victoria’s South East

Recycled water project provides a more secure water supply to help growing vegetables on Melbourne's doorstep.

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Environmental volunteering

You can get involved with environmental projects across Melbourne, Geelong and Ballarat.

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Red Cliffs lookout at sunrise near Mildura in northern Victoria

New Victorian Water Accounts website

Introducing the new Victorian Water Accounts website: explore the latest report.

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New ‘Place Of Take’ gives Victorian irrigators certainty

More certainty and flexibility for water users along the Murray, Goulburn, Loddon, Campaspe, Broken, Ovens, Werribee, and Thomson-Macalister...

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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.

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Agriculture and industry

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

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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.

About us

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

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Rocks on bank of Melton reservoir