Waterways

From creeks to lakes, to thriving wetlands and rivers, Kingston’s waterways are part of a connected system that links with neighbouring councils and eventually flows into Port Phillip Bay.

They are special places for walking, fishing, swimming, or simply relaxing by the water, and provide vital habitat for a rich diversity of wildlife – some travelling thousands of kilometres to reach our wetlands and rivers. Their journeys remind us how closely our environment is connected and why we must protect them.

We work with Melbourne Water, Parks Victoria, and neighbouring councils to keep our waterways healthy. Raingardens, wetlands, and gross pollutant traps help filter stormwater, while community groups play a big role through clean-up days, planting projects, and education.

Ways to help:

• Bin it or swim in it (litter can end up in our waterways) 
• Keep gutters free of garden waste and chemicals 
• Volunteer at a local litter clean-up or tree planting event 
   

Spot the wildlife: 

• Seaford-Edithvale Wetlands: Latham’s Snipe flies solo over 8,000km from Japan every year 
• Namatjira Park: Pacific Black Duck with a distinctive green-blue flash (speculum) on its wings 
• Patterson River: Short-finned eels migrate through drains to the river 
• Port Philip Bay: Resident population of just over 100 Burrunan dolphins