Frog Hollow –
Eumemmering Creek

Project overview

Wetland cells filtering stormwater for the
Healthy Bays Initiative.

The Frog Hollow Wetlands are a grouping of wetland cells along the Eumemmering Creek. The series of ponds constructed by Melbourne Water were designed to filter storm water run-off as part of their Healthy Bays Initiative. Each pond at Frog Hollow Nature Reserve performs different functions by removing solids and contaminants from the water. Although man-made, these ponds mimic and enhance the natural function of the original wetlands.

These wetlands form a significant catchment area managing overflow from frequent flooding of the creek. ID Ecological Management revegetated a total area of 27,069m² in 2019-2020 with a mixed species planting of aquatic and terrestrial plants to restore functionality and increase biodiversity to these significant wetlands.

Activities undertaken
during this project

• Undertaking wetland planting in Deep Marsh, Shallow Marsh and Ephemeral Zones.
• Manipulation of water levels.
• Installation of jute matt perimeter.
• Construction of bird protection netting around revegetated areas.
• Conducting maintenance and weed control.

Project highlights

• Achieved 80% success and coverage rate.
• Return of wetland function and increase to biodiversity.