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There are 12 maps being updated in the Yarra Ranges 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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Cardinia, Toomuc, Deep & Ararat creeks |
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Corhanwarrabul Creek |
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Dandenong Creek and tributaries (Mordialloc, Eumemmerring, Monbulk & Ferny creeks) |
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Stringybark & Woori Yallock creeks |
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Brushy Creek |
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Little Yarra River |
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Hoddles Creek |
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Olinda Creek |
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Steels and Pauls creeks |
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Watts River |
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Stormwater drains |
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Yarra River |
This work is being supported by Yarra Ranges Council, as part of the Greater Melbourne Flood Information Program.
Thanks for your input
Thank you to everyone who shared their past experiences of flooding in the Yarra Ranges. Your contributions have been passed on to our flood modelling specialists, who will contact you if they have questions about the information you supplied.
Consultation for this stage of engagement has now closed. To be notified by email when the updated flood maps are available for your feedback, select the 'follow’ button at the top of this webpage.
Consultation ran from 4 to 24 August 2025. During this period:
Flooding was reported at the locations indicated below.
Next steps
Updating flood maps is a lengthy process that generally takes 12 to 18 months. Once this process is complete, we’ll share the updated maps for your review – so you can let us know if we’ve got them right before they’re finalised.
| Year | Step | Timeframe |
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| 1 | Seek community experiences of past flooding and begin flood modelling | Consultation: 1-2 months |
| 1-2 | Peer review of model and preparation of flood maps | Planning: 12-18 months |
| 2 | Consult on updated flood maps and seek community feedback | Consultation: 2 months |
| 2-3 | Review community submissions, validate and finalise flood maps | Planning: 3-6 months |
| 3 | Publish final flood maps ready for use in decision making and request authorisation for Planning Scheme Amendment | Publishing: 1 month |
| 3 | Publish updated flood emergency management plans | Planning: 2 months |
To learn more about what’s involved and how the information is used, visit our flood modelling webpage.
To receive email updates on our progress, select the ‘follow’ button in the banner at the top of this webpage.
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