We bring together practical tools, research and guidance to help support better water management across Victoria.
Here you’ll find case studies, technical reports, frameworks and learning materials designed to help councils, consultants, developers and water professionals make informed decisions.
All our resources are from real projects and real places, with a focus on protecting waterways, managing stormwater and building resilient communities.
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Water-sensitive cities: challenges and strategies for urban development
Published:Paper exploring the challenges of mainstreaming water-sensitive city design in the built environment to improve urban water management.Resource:Papers & presentations -
Healthy waterways; building a vegetable raingarden
Published:Guide showing how to build a vegetable raingarden to manage stormwater, improve water quality, and grow food in your garden.Resource:Factsheets & tools -
Webinar: The economics of public open spaces under water scarcity
Published:Presentation exploring the economic value of public open space under water scarcity and how water management influences liveability and urban green spaces.Resource:Papers & presentations -
City of Yarra permeable pavement pilot projects site tour presentation
Published:Presentation on City of Yarra permeable pavement pilot projects, showcasing stormwater management, improved drainage, and urban sustainability outcomes.Resource:Papers & presentations -
Princes Park stormwater harvesting concept, cost benefit case study
Published:Case study on the Princes Park stormwater harvesting concept, showing cost-benefit analysis of capturing and reusing stormwater to support irrigationResource:Case studies -
Urban WaterGuide for building sustainable and resilient cities
Published:Guide outlining principles and practical approaches for creating sustainable, water-sensitive cities through integrated urban water planning and design.Resource:Guidelines & strategy -
Central and Gippsland Region Sustainable Water Strategy (SWS).
Published:Strategy outlining how water resources will be managed in the Central and Gippsland region to support communities, the environment, and future water needs.Resource:Guidelines & strategy -
Permeable pavements for flood control in australia: spatial analysis of pavement design considering rainfall and soil data
Published:Research on permeable pavements for flood control in Australia, analysing rainfall and soil data to guide design and improve stormwater management outcomes.Resource:Papers & presentations -
Western Australian Sediment Management
Published:Guidelines for managing sediment in Western Australia, helping reduce erosion, protect waterways, and improve stormwater quality on construction sites.Resource:Guidelines & strategy
