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Every drop tells a story
Over 20 years of community monitoring has helped protect the rivers, creeks and wetlands of the Upper Murrumbidgee catchment. Our programs are open to all — your contribution matters from day one.
Choose the program that excites you and start making a difference today.
Platypus Month Did you know that August is a great time to see platypus in the ACT region? Waterwatch runs surveys throughout August to help everyone understand more about these marvellous monotremes. Find out how you can get involved!
Water Quality Volunteers test water quality throughout Canberra and surrounding areas including Yass, Bredbo and Queanbeyan, and contribute to the management of our waterway health. Find out how you can join these fantastic Waterwatch volunteers.
FrogWatch Community Frog Monitoring engages volunteers to monitor, restore and protect local frog habitat. Get involved in their annual census this October!
Water Bugs Interested in water bugs? Find out how you can get involved in water bugs surveys or find a range of resources to learn more.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.
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