Following an Acknowledgment of Country, this informal Walk & Talk event will be lead by Andrew Lees, President of the Friends of Yarra Flats Park along with a Waterways Officer from Melbourne Water. They will talk about the extensive conservation measures planned by Melbourne Water, as well as the Friends of Yarra Flats Park Group. The focus will be on the area’s rich history, the more recent restoration works, the area’s flora and fauna and Melbourne Water’s extensive plans to rejuvenate the billabongs and storm water ponds in the northern sector of the park.

Accessibility: Part of this walk is inaccessible for wheelchairs and prams. Riverfest welcomes everyone—we’re committed to making our events accessible and inclusive for people of all abilities. If you have accessibility needs and require support to attend, please email carolyn.tate@yarrariver.org.au

About Riverfest

This event is part of the 2025 Birrarung Riverfest. Celebrate our river at one of 60+ events hosted over three weeks from 6–28 September. Whether you enjoy riverside walks, cleanups, creative workshops or paddling adventures, there's something for everyone at Riverfest. Riverfest is presented by the Yarra Riverkeeper Association.
Check out the full Riverfest program here.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Yarra Riverkeeper Association acknowledges that the lands and waterways of the Yarra, Birrarung catchment, are the unceded territories of the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung and Bunurong peoples. We pay respect to Traditional Owners, who have, and continue, to care for Country. We acknowledge that the river now called Yarra has always been known as the Birrarung by its custodians.

About Riverfest

Acknowledgement of Country

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