Platypus & Litter Waterways Walk

Join Melbourne Water and Werribee River Association for a Waterways Walk along the Werribee River - home to the platypus! Learn how to protect this iconic species and keep litter out of our waterways 🚮💧

What's on:

Join us for a guided tour along the Werribee River and hear from platypus ecologist Josh Griffiths (EnviroDNA) and local waste education experts during this 'walking panel'. Learn about the Werribee River platypus population and how litter impacts the platypus as we collect litter from the banks of the river.

At the end of the waterways walk, join us for an insightful discussion to examine the litter we have collected and think about where it may have come from. Learn correct waste disposal techniques (including Seize it, Snip it, Bin it!) and tips to reduce litter in your local community.

Key Event Information:

• Meeting point is at Wyndham Park Picnic area (google pin). Please meet at 9:50am for a prompt start at 10am.

• Toilets are located onsite.

• Wyndham park is accessible via public transport with Werribee Train Station located 600m away. Limited parking is located across the road and by the train station.

• Litter clean up equipment will be provided.

• Be Sun Smart 🌞 bring a hat, sunscreen and water. Wear comfortable walking shoes for the waterways walk (~1km walk).

• Free event but registration is essential.

Organised by Melbourne Water and Werribee River Association.