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The scope of the Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy has been changed as outlined below.
Council is embarking on a new stormwater drainage strategy to better understand Longwarry's existing and future stormwater-related challenges, such as climate change and population growth. It will also consider how best to manage flood risks, impacts on local waterways and options for the long-term protection of the town and its community assets.
The Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy will help ensure the town is prepared and proactive in addressing stormwater concerns raised by our community and well-equipped to reduce risks associated with flooding events.
The study is focused on achieving the best outcomes for stormwater management, community benefits and environmental benefits that meet best practice standards. These outcomes include:
Reducing flood risks
Ensuring waterway health is protected
Providing community spaces that are accessible
Healthy landscapes and open spaces for community enjoyment
Consultation on this project is currently closed
Round one consultation closed on Wednesday 10 April 2024.
We asked residents and business owners to help inform the strategy by providing us with valuable knowledge and information about their experiences living and working in Longwarry, particularly around stormwater management.
These insights will support the creation of the strategy and help determine future land use and stormwater management planning.
Update to the scope of the Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy project
In February 2025, Melbourne Water formally requested that Council pause any work being undertaken to support residential growth areas in Longwarry. Melbourne Water are currently undertaking flood modelling to accurately determine and respond to flood hazards, including climate change impacts within the town. It is expected the modelling will be completed by late 2026.
Council officers have requested that Alluvium update the draft strategy to remove the residential growth areas in response to MW feedback and, as such, the report will now focus on the urban existing areas. This work will include:
Review all the feedback received and refine the strategy for the existing township only
Update hydraulic and hydrologic modelling to reflect updated designs and include climate change modelling
Identify some flood mitigation options for Council assets
The scope of the Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy has been changed as outlined below.
Council is embarking on a new stormwater drainage strategy to better understand Longwarry's existing and future stormwater-related challenges, such as climate change and population growth. It will also consider how best to manage flood risks, impacts on local waterways and options for the long-term protection of the town and its community assets.
The Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy will help ensure the town is prepared and proactive in addressing stormwater concerns raised by our community and well-equipped to reduce risks associated with flooding events.
The study is focused on achieving the best outcomes for stormwater management, community benefits and environmental benefits that meet best practice standards. These outcomes include:
Reducing flood risks
Ensuring waterway health is protected
Providing community spaces that are accessible
Healthy landscapes and open spaces for community enjoyment
Consultation on this project is currently closed
Round one consultation closed on Wednesday 10 April 2024.
We asked residents and business owners to help inform the strategy by providing us with valuable knowledge and information about their experiences living and working in Longwarry, particularly around stormwater management.
These insights will support the creation of the strategy and help determine future land use and stormwater management planning.
Update to the scope of the Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy project
In February 2025, Melbourne Water formally requested that Council pause any work being undertaken to support residential growth areas in Longwarry. Melbourne Water are currently undertaking flood modelling to accurately determine and respond to flood hazards, including climate change impacts within the town. It is expected the modelling will be completed by late 2026.
Council officers have requested that Alluvium update the draft strategy to remove the residential growth areas in response to MW feedback and, as such, the report will now focus on the urban existing areas. This work will include:
Review all the feedback received and refine the strategy for the existing township only
Update hydraulic and hydrologic modelling to reflect updated designs and include climate change modelling
Identify some flood mitigation options for Council assets
Background Research: December 2023 - February 2024
Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy has finished this stage
Council appointed Alluvium as project consultant in December. Site visits and background research were completed between December 2023 and February 2024.
Community Consultation: March - April 2024
Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy has finished this stage
Throughout March and April, we're seeking your thoughts, ideas, feedback and experiences to help shape the Drainage Strategy. Consultation is open from 13 March - 10 April 2024. Using your feedback, the modelling analysis and concept options, a draft strategy will be developed.
Hydraulic Modelling: April - July 2024
Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy has finished this stage
Between April and June, hydraulic modelling and analysis and concept drainage options will be developed and incorporated into a draft Strategy.
Water Authority Engagement: August – January 2025
Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy has finished this stage
During this period, Council officers liaised with Melbourne Water on the initial draft of the Longwarry Drainage Strategy.
Revised Scope for the Strategy: February 2025
Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy is currently at this stage
Updates to the draft Strategy are being undertaken in response to Melbourne Water feedback. The revised Strategy will focus on the existing urban areas of Longwarry only.
Community Consultation: Mid - Late 2025
this is an upcoming stage for Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy
Following completion of the updates to the draft Strategy, community feedback will be sought on the draft document.
Presentation to Council: Late 2025 - Early 2026
this is an upcoming stage for Longwarry Stormwater Drainage Strategy
Following the second round of consultation, any required changes will be made to the Strategy before it’s presented to Council for consideration.
