Description

Two years after their installation, the Floating Wetlands along the Yarra River continue to support urban biodiversity and enhance Melbourne’s River health.

Join wetland specialists and ecologists to explore these interlocking floating platforms featuring hundreds of native aquatic plants, supporting breeding birds, ducks and other wildlife. Funded by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, this initiative informs the Greenline Project’s broader ecological strategy for Melbourne’s riverfront.

You will be shown how this project has been contributing to enhance the river system's health and improve the experience of our city landscapes, as well as inform the overall design of the Greenline Project.

The wetlands are made from a series of interlocking platforms that are placed on the water and securely anchored to the riverbed. These platforms feature hundreds of young native and indigenous plants, which attract birds and other wildlife that inhabit the river.

What's On

Join the Greenline team, ecologists, and wetland specialists for an interactive exploration of the Floating Wetlands, a trial project enhancing biodiversity and river health. This 90-minute tour will focus on storytelling and experience-sharing, highlighting how the wetlands were designed, installed, and maintained. Experts will discuss learnings from the trial, ecosystem benefits, and ongoing research into water quality improvements. Visitors will hear firsthand accounts of the challenges and successes of integrating floating landscapes into an urban river, gaining a deeper understanding of their role in Melbourne’s environmental future.

Children's Activities

No specific children’s programming, but the tour is family friendly.