Natural wonders need protection. The Yarra Riverkeeper Association plays a fundamental role in advocating for the Yarra, Birrarung River to be healthy, protected and loved. But we can’t do it without your help. As Melbourne’s population expands, we fight for a clean, safe space for now and the future. We tell her many stories, and carefully monitor the Yarra, Birrarung's health and the activities that affect her. We also lobby and educate government, businesses, and individuals on why she must be conserved.
The Yarra, Birrarung River is one of Victoria’s greatest natural resources. This 242-kilometre lifeline flows from the pristine Great Dividing Range slopes through to Melbourne’s Port Phillip Bay. She supplies 70% of Melbourne’s piped water and is home to a third of Victoria’s animals. The Yarra, Birrarung is a spiritual destination for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. Flora, fauna and the community depend on the river. You can enjoy her natural beauty on foot, by bike or canoe, and simply journey wherever her spectacular twists take you. Unfortunately, issues such as urban development, unhealthy river flow, pollution and climate change put the river in danger. With your support, we can fight for the Yarra, Birrarung.
Discover the Yarra, BirrarungThe Yarra Riverkeeper Association is made for and by the community. We tackle important ecological risks that could have a devastating impact on the Yarra, Birrarung – and the countless people, animals and plants who depend on it. Access to nature has never been more important for a healthy mind and body. However, it’s rapidly becoming polluted and uninhabitable. With your support, we can ensure your Yarra, Birrarung is healthy, protected, and loved.
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We proactively research the sources and flows of litter, as well as litter management activities.
Through ecological regeneration, the Yarra Riverkeepers are helping your Yarra be a home for all species, big and small.
We work closely with the state government and community to raise awareness and for critical support.
We believe it is important that people are able to learn about the Yarra, in all of its complexity.
Help us to build, share and generate better knowledge of the Yarra Catchment and it's wildlife.
Help secure the Yarra rivers future and make a real difference through the Yarra Riverkeeper Association.
Join us in helping to raise awareness for the protection of your Yarra!
You are warmly invited to the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Yarra Riverkeeper Association Inc. (YRKA).
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