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Environment and sustainability

Taking care of the land

Retaining biological diversity and controlling weeds and pests.

Living Green

Council is acting sustainably in its buildings and operations, and supporting the community in their efforts.

The Tomato Project

The Tomato Project is a community wide campaign that encourages everyone to grow a tomato plant, share recipes and traditions focused around tomatoes.

Learn more about our environment

Environmental education.

Places to relax

Environmental reserves and regional, State and national parks.

Transport options

Reduce your costs and carbon footprint.

Water and waterways

Local waterways and water conservation.

Environmental awards

Environmental and sustainability awards won by Council and community groups.

Environmental Grants

The Environmental Grants are awarded to celebrate World Environment Day.

Environment and the Law

Legal issues relating to Planning, preservation of vegetation, rocks.

Environment Plan

Council has developed a draft plan to guide the way it manages its environmental impacts, and we want your feedback.

EPBC Act - Council’s offset obligations

Council’s offset obligations under the EPBC Act (Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act.)

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Phone: 03 9747 7200
Email: csu@melton.vic.gov.au

Address: 232 High Street, Melton, VIC 3337
Postal Address: City of Melton, PO Box 21, Melton, VIC 3337

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