Flood / Urban Stream Syndrome

Landscaping to Reduce Stormwater Damage We are learning better ways to manage the stormwater run-off from built areas by exploring strategies from other cultures and by observing existing natural systems. Landscaping to reduce stormwater runoff and damage from extreme wet weather events can include a combination of hard and soft Read more…

Stormwater Stormwater refers to the water resulting from rain draining into the stormwater system from roofs, roads, footpaths and other surfaces. Stormwater can include sewage from sewage overflows. By covering water absorbent soil with hard surfaces (houses, roads, footpaths), we’ve increased the amount of stormwater entering our bushland and streams. Read more…