VIC Technical Event - Moonee Ponds Creek Tour

Join us for an exclusive site tour of the recently completed Reimagining Moonee Ponds Creek project. This tour offers a unique opportunity to hear from a variety of stakeholders and explore the transformative efforts aimed at revitalizing a section of Moonee Ponds Creek.

About the Project: Melbourne Water is leading the delivery of the project on behalf of the Chain of Ponds Collaboration and in partnership with Merri-bek City Council, Moonee Valley City Council, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation and Jacobs.

The project focuses on creating a healthier waterway with improved biodiversity, increased amenity for the community and the opportunity to experience Wurundjeri culture. Learn more about how the collaborative design approach delivered the:

• Removal of concrete walls and replacement with natural rockwork to create a meandering creek.
• Planting of 43,000 native trees and shrubs.
• Construction of new shared paths and bridge.
• Development of the Wilami Wunmabil - cultural immersion trail highlighting Wurundjeri cultural and natural  values.

• A guided tour showcasing the project's innovative design and construction techniques.
• Insights into the community consultation process and the project's environmental and social benefits.
• Opportunities to network with fellow water professionals and project stakeholders.
• Breakfast will be provided on arrival.

Images courtesy of Melbourne Water.

Don't miss this chance to see firsthand how the Reimagining Moonee Ponds Creek project is transforming the local landscape and setting a precedent for future waterway revitalisation efforts.

This tour has been made possible by the support of Jacobs.

Meet the speakers

	Rachel Lopes (Chain of Ponds Collaboration Lead)
	Neil Featonby (Program Manager at Melbourne Water)
	Alex Lee (Spiire Project Design Lead)
	Don Nilantha Wijewarna (Senior Project Manager at Melbourne Water)
	Troy Pederson (Chain of Ponds Indigenous Liaison and Action Lead) Aaron Di Giovine (Geotechnical Engineer at Jacobs)

Event Details

Date	Friday 28 March 2025
Time	8.30am - 11.30am
Location	Meet at Oak Park Sports and Aquatic Centre car park (further details will be email closer to the event)
Cost	$15 Members, $25 Non-Members