Have your say on the future of the Yan Yean Reservoir Park by providing feedback on Melbourne Water’s plans to revitalise the site.
Melbourne Water said its Yan Yean draft future directions plan aims to improve the reservoir for the next 50 years and beyond.
“The draft plan aims to improve visitors’ experience… while protecting the site’s cultural and environmental values,” Melbourne Water said.
The plan proposes to deliver new and upgraded walking trails, cycling paths, picnic sites, playgrounds and lookouts to encourage recreational activities.
Melbourne Water said the plan also identifies the opportunity for future investigation into fishing, boating and on-water activities at the reservoir.
“Project partners do not support making any decision on [these activities] until more detailed risk and feasibility assessments have been completed.”
Petrol-powered boating, swimming and mountain biking are among the activities that will continue to be prohibited, regardless of community feedback.
Yan Yean Reservoir is Victoria’s oldest water supply and Melbourne Water said the plan celebrates the site’s cultural, environmental and historical significance.
“The draft plan acknowledges the ongoing connection and custodianship of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people.”
The plan also aims to safeguard the reservoir’s role as a water source, enhance biodiversity and landscape values and improve community health and wellbeing.
You can share with Melbourne Water which opportunities you value most by completing the online survey before Sunday March 8.
There are community pop-ups scheduled throughout February both online and in person where you can hear more about the plan and provide your input.
To read the draft plan, book your place at a pop-up or complete the survey visit https://letstalk.melbournewater.com.au/yan-yean-reservoir
