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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.

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, with information on the Integrated Water Management Plan 2018-2028 and the Werribee River Shared Trail Strategy.

Environmental Grants

Grants are available 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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