VICSES flood guides
These downloadable guides identify roads and infrastructure currently at risk of flooding. They’ll be revised with information from our updated flood maps, once these are finalised.
We’re updating flood maps for the Yarra area to better identify locations at risk of flooding. To confirm our maps are accurate, we’ll be seeking your knowledge of past flooding and changes to the built environment – like fences, landscaping and other works that affect water flows.
There are five maps being updated in your area, reflecting the different sources of flooding. The information they provide will be used to plan for infrastructure, housing and emergencies.
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Stormwater drains Updated map available early October |
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Yarra River (Lower) |
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Gardiners Creek |
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Darebin Creek |
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Merri Creek (Lower) |
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This work is part of the Greater Melbourne Flood Information Program.
Note: Yarra City Council have passed on information and photos from their consultation on flooding and rising water levels in July-August 2023. If you previously submitted this information to them, there is no need to submit it again.
Get real-time flood alerts
Sign up to receive flood warnings and alerts by downloading the VicEmergency App.
You can also monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website.
Local flood information
While our flood maps are being updated, you can get local flood information through the following resources:
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Visit the VICSES website
Property flood level certificates
Apply via the Melbourne Water websiteAn official certificate states the estimated maximum floodwater height for your property (the flood level). Certificates are needed for some planning permits, as well as property sales.
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Prepare for flooding
Find checklists, guides and other resources to get your home or business flood-ready.
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Greater Melbourne Flood Information Program
Learn more about flood maps and our program.
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Flooding and drainage
Understand how flooding can affect you, and how we work to minimise the impacts.
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Keeping Yarra flood resilient
Yarra City Council consulted the community on flooding and rising water levels in July–August 2023.
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Melbourne Water drainage projects
Discover what works and projects are happening in your area.
Melbourne Water respectfully acknowledges the Bunurong, Gunaikurnai,
Taungurung, Wadawurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples as the Traditional
Owners and Custodians of the land and water on which we rely and operate.
We
pay our deepest respects to their Elders - past, present and emerging.
