
About EstuaryWatch
EstuaryWatch is a citizen science program for monitoring estuary health.
EstuaryWatch and WaterWatch Victoria are currently undergoing a transition to a new set of refreshed branding. Please bear with us as we roll out this fresh new look.

What is an estuary?
Estuaries are semi-enclosed bodies of water where salt water from the sea mixes with freshwater flowing from the land.

Monitoring
EstuaryWatch monitors water quality, estuary entrance condition, and estuary events.

Gallery
View photos contributed by community members passionate about their local waterway.

Citizen Science events
The EstuaryWatch and Waterwatch programs host community events throughout the year. Check out our calendar of events to see what’s on near you.

Join EstuaryWatch
There are 18 active EstuaryWatch groups across Victoria. Click here to find out more about your local group

EstuaryWatch News
Keep up to date on all the latest EstuaryWatch News

Events calendar
The EstuaryWatch and Waterwatch programs host community events throughout the year. Check out our calendar of events to see what’s on near you.
Annual Reports
Each year EstuaryWatch Victoria and its sister program Waterwatch produce an Annual Achievements Report. Access the reports here.
Publications
Access EstuaryWatch factsheets, reports, monitoring manual and other resources here.

Understanding Estuary Health
Interpreting Estuary Health Data, EstuaryWatch Victoria is a guide to understanding how estuarine health is determined.

Teacher’s guide to Victorian estuaries
The Exploring Estuaries guide provides teachers and educators with a number of fun lesson plans linked to the Australian Curriculum.

River Detectives
Explore local waterways with students with an education program which includes water monitoring kits, resources, professional development and more.