Free tours of water works

Tours are for schools within the Western Water region.

Have you ever wondered how water from our reservoirs is made safe for drinking? Or what happens to your wastewater when you shower or flush the toilet?

Find out by organising a guided group tour (up to 30 students at once) to explore Western Water's water filtration and recycled water plants.   

                                                                                                                                     
     

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Please note that for health and safety reasons, children under 7 years of age cannot be accommodated on our tours.



Each tour takes approximately one hour and can be tailored to your group's needs. To arrange a tour:

1. Decide which plant/s you would like to visit.

 Water Filtration Plant tours are available at:

Rosslynne Water Filtration Plant, Gisborne and
Merrimu Water Filtration Plant, Melton.



Recycled Water Plant tours are available at:

Sunbury Recycled Water Plant, Sunbury and
Melton Recycled Water Plant, Melton.

 

2. Determine a tour date and time that suits your group.
Please ensure this time is during business hours, Monday to Friday.  

 

3. Telephone Western Water's Education Advisor on 03 9218 5421 or email education@westernwater.com.au

Once your booking details are confirmed, you will receive Western Water's Occupational Health and Safety guidelines for tour groups, which must be signed and returned prior to your tour date.