The City of Casey is excited to announce a new project which will see Eumemmerring Creek in Doveton transformed into a beautiful waterway.
As part of the Reimagining Eumemmerring Creek Project, approximately 750 metres of an underground piped and concreted section of Eumemmerring Creek — located between Doveton Avenue and Frawley Road — will be transformed into a natural, open waterway.
The Melbourne Water project will not only bring water back to the surface, but it will enhance biodiversity, improve public open space, and create new recreation opportunities in the Doveton area.
City of Casey Mayor and Doveton resident Cr Stefan Koomen said: “This is a fantastic project that will create greener more accessible spaces for the residents of Doveton and those living near Waratah Reserve.”
“Community consultation is set to begin in the coming months and I encourage residents of Doveton to share their ideas on the features that they would like to see incorporated into the project.”
Melbourne Water will lead the waterway transformation, which is scheduled to begin in 2026, while Council will contribute by delivering paths, seating, and platforms. As part of Council’s 2024-25 Capital Works Program, design for a shared path along the creek has already commenced.
The project, which has been identified as a priority within Melbourne Water’s Reimagining Your Creek Program, is valued at $28 million, with $10 million in funding secured from the Australian Government’s Natural Heritage Trust via the Urban Rivers and Catchments Program, and $18 million committed from Melbourne Water.
“I am delighted to welcome this investment into Casey community, and look forward to keeping Doveton residents updated as the project progresses,” Cr Koomen said.
Caption for photo: Eumemmerring Creek site earlier this year.