Friends of Tarralla Creek

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Friends of Tarralla Creek We are a passionate group of locals who are providing stewardship for Tarralla Creek. Did you know, we have a hidden treasure in the heart of Croydon?

Our local spot to unwind, exercise, gather, relax, and connect with nature. The Tarralla Creek is undergoing change, returning to its origins as a place of endless discovery, so come and take a closer look! What is great about Tarralla creek, is that it is your backyard! And as a common backyard to all of us, you can take ownership of it, appreciate, and enjoy it, as a connection point for the wider community. It is ours to take pride in and take care of. Whilst Tarralla Creek is our hidden treasure, it is a vital component of a larger ecosystem, connecting our valley to the bay, which is why restoration of our creek to a more natural state, will ensure a healthier system, with better habitats for our local flora and fauna to call home. The restoration of the creek will also allow us to reflect and connect with Indigenous Australians and their culture, creating a unique communal space, which can be enjoyed by future generations. We are a passionate group of locals who are providing stewardship for Tarralla Creek in partnership with Maroondah Council and Melbourne Water, to rewild Tarralla as a point of connection for everyone in the community. There are so many opportunities to connect as a member of Friends of Tarralla Creek, through plantings, data collection, stewardship, or care, with no experience or set of skills necessary. It is easy for the whole family to be involved. So why not join us, to discover, connect and to take a closer look at the hidden treasure in your backyard.

Ducklings at Tarralla Creek
24/09/2026

Ducklings at Tarralla Creek

Thanks to the volunteers who participated in the Tarralla Creek Planting Morning. Thanks to Maroondah City Council for p...
02/07/2026

Thanks to the volunteers who participated in the Tarralla Creek Planting Morning. Thanks to Maroondah City Council for preparing the area, digging the holes and providing the plants

Tawny Frogmouths of Tarralla Creek continue to appear in the Gums at the end of Lusher Road. Remember to look up!
19/06/2026

Tawny Frogmouths of Tarralla Creek continue to appear in the Gums at the end of Lusher Road. Remember to look up!

Interested in what we do and what events are coming up? Join us for a drink and a chat 😊
28/05/2026

Interested in what we do and what events are coming up? Join us for a drink and a chat 😊

📆Save the date for our next planting day!🌱When: Wednesday 1st July 9.30-11.30amWhere: Where the end of Vinter Ave meets ...
26/05/2026

📆Save the date for our next planting day!🌱

When: Wednesday 1st July 9.30-11.30am
Where: Where the end of Vinter Ave meets the Tarralla Creek Trail
What: We have 200 plants to plant!

What to wear:
*Sturdy closed toe shoes
*Long pants
*Long-sleeved shirt
*Weather appropriate clothing (hat, warm jacket etc)

What to bring:
*Drinking water
*Gardening gloves
*Gardening tools - e.g. small spade (if you have one).

https://www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/Explore/Things-to-see-and-do-in-Maroondah/Events-calendar/Friends-of-Tarralla-Creek-Planting

24/05/2026

Snap, Send, Solve Report 8299730 has been submitted with regard to the excessive build up of rubbish in the Tarralla Creek wetland.

Send a message to learn more

Unusual that there were no ducks at Tarralla Creek this morning. Only one Ibis, with Purple Swamp Hens and Grebes that w...
15/05/2026

Unusual that there were no ducks at Tarralla Creek this morning. Only one Ibis, with Purple Swamp Hens and Grebes that were not in the water?
There was a scum on the water yesterday.
Anybody else notice the absence of ducks?

Always something to see at Tarralla Creek.The elusive Buff Banded Rail.Spotted today opposite the Bird Hide
01/05/2026

Always something to see at Tarralla Creek.
The elusive Buff Banded Rail.
Spotted today opposite the Bird Hide

Down at Tarralla Creek this week
30/04/2026

Down at Tarralla Creek this week

Reimagining Tarralla Creek - Stage 2 Update from Melbourne WaterProject overview:This project is restoring a 2km section...
05/04/2026

Reimagining Tarralla Creek - Stage 2 Update from Melbourne Water

Project overview:
This project is restoring a 2km section of Tarralla Creek in Croydon, between Dorset and Eastfield Roads. After completing Stage 1 in 2022, we’​re now preparing to work on Stage 2. Both stages were co-designed with local residents and project partners in 2018.
Before we finalise the concept plan, we are seeking community input to shape the final design. Stage 2 area is between Vinter Avenue and Eastfield Road.

This is part of Melbourne Water’s Reimagining Your Creek Program, where we work with councils, Traditional Owners, and local communities to transform concrete drains into vibrant natural waterways.

Here are some ways to get involved:
Visit: https://letstalk.melbournewater.com.au/tarralla-creek

Check out the concept designs:
Complete our survey to provide feedback on the concept design for a chance to win 1 of 5 $100 vouchers! (closes Sunday 26 April)

Come along to a community pop up sessions and ask the project team a question:
Tuesday 14 April 2026 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, 117-119 Bayswater Road Croydon South, Near Eastfield Shopping Centre
Sunday 19 April 2026 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Benson Oval Pavilion, Eastfield Park, Croydon

If you have any questions or would like to get in touch with the project team, please contact us at:
1800 319 366
[email protected]

Thank you for helping us spread the word and bring this exciting vision to life.

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Croydon, VIC
3136

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