Amendment History

17-May-2012
Amendment 487		 Scheme Maps 1. Warning - interim rates should not be relied upon for development feasibility purposes as the final rate may be significantly higher.
15-May-2012
Amendment 486		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months.

Ordish Road North DSS (0201)
McGregor Road DSS (1501)
Findon Creek DSS (4535)
Doreen DSS (4681)
Laurimar DSS (6001)
9-May-2012
Amendment 485		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Mernda South DSS (4634) have increased and are effective in two months.
2-May-2012
Amendment 484		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Kinlora DSS (2326) have increased and are effective in two months.
26-Apr-2012
Amendment 483		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Deep Creek South DSS (1601) have increased and are effective in two months.
The contribution rates for Mernda North DSS (6004) have decreased and are effective immediately.
26-Apr-2012
Amendment 482		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Collard Drive DSS (4642) have increased and are effective in two months.
24-Apr-2012
Amendment 481		 Contribution Rates The Final rates for Clyde North DSS (1310) have now been approved and will be effective in two months. Please note the contribution rate change pending (as per Amendment 469 on 14 Mar 2012) is now superseded by these new contribution rates and effective date.
The Preliminary rates for Wattletree Road DSS (2854) have now been approved and will be effective in two months.

Kororoit Creek Upper DSS (4140) and Leakes Road DSS (4168) are new Greenfield schemes in the City of Melton. Interim contribution rates apply in these schemes immediately.
Broad Street Drain Upper DSS (4352) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Hume. Interim contribution rates apply in this scheme immediately.
Beveridge East DSS (6513) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Mitchell and the City of Whittlesea. Interim contribution rates apply in this scheme immediately.
Wollahra Rise DSS (8009) and Strathaird Park DSS (8017) are new Greenfield schemes in the City of Wyndham. Interim contribution rates apply in these schemes immediately.
11-Apr-2012
Amendment 480		 Contribution Rates Ballan North West DSS (8101), Gosling Street Drain DSS (8144) and Ballan South West DSS (8146) are new Greenfield schemes in the Shire of Moorabool. Interim contribution rates apply in these schemes from 11 Jun 2012.

The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Upper Bungalook Creek DSS (0404)
Edrington Park DSS (1316)
Sayers Drain DSS (4072)
Pedder Street Drain DSS (7726)
5-Apr-2012
Amendment 479		 Contribution Rates An administrative error led to the rate for Edgars Creek DSS (4440) being incorrectly calculated. The correct future contribution rates are now in place on the LDM. The effective date for the rate change remains the same.
5-Apr-2012
Amendment 478		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Keysborough South DSS (1115) and Edgars Creek DSS (4440) have increased and are effective in two months.
4-Apr-2012
Amendment 477		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Roxburgh Park (Patullos Lane) DSS (4478) has been amended to reflect changed drainage conditions.
28-Mar-2012
Amendment 476		 Contribution Rates Botanic Ridge DSS (2352) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Casey. Preliminary contribution rates apply in this scheme from 27 May 2012.

Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for Brodies Creek DSS (4365) and Cairns Drive DSS (8510) and will be effective in two months.

The final rates for Davis Creek East DSS (8015) have now been approved and will be effective in two months.

Please note the contribution rate change pending for Brodies Creek DSS (as per Amendment 471 on 15 Mar 2012) is now superseded by these new contribution rates and effective date.
28-Mar-2012
Amendment 475		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Troups Creek West DSS (0606)
Golf Links Road DSS (0629)
Alfred Road DSS (7701)
Werribee West Drain DSS (7716)
27-Mar-2012
Amendment 474		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Aitken Creek DSS (4480) and Malcolm Creek Strategy (4490) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
26-Mar-2012
Amendment 473		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Ti-Tree Creek DSS (0619), Lower Carrum Downs DSS (1208) and Aitken Creek DSS (4480) have increased and are effective in two months.
22-Mar-2012
Amendment 472		 Scheme Maps The boundary of McGregor Road DSS (1501) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
15-Mar-2012
Amendment 471		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has reviewed its Interim contribution rates for greenfield schemes. This review has involved consultation and support from the Drainage Scheme Review Group, which includes a number of industry representatives. The new rates are:

West Region - $53,000/ha hydraulic, $11,000/ha WQ*
North East Region - $48,000/ha hydraulic, $11,000/ha WQ*
South East Region - $60,000/ha hydraulic, $11,000/ha WQ*

* WQ rate applies only in schemes where 'at source' water quality treatment is not a requirement.

A standard interim contribution rate is applied when work commences on preparation of a new scheme, and applies until either a preliminary rate (forecast final rate) or a final rate is adopted. The interim contribution rate is intended to be 'typical' of the final rates applied in greenfield schemes. The new interim rates were determined based on the average of final rates adopted in recent schemes. Note that developers should not rely on any interim contribution rate for undertaking development feasibility assessments as catchment specific issues may result in a higher final rate.

This contribution rate change is effective in two months' time.

The affected schemes are Grasmere Creek DSS (1302), Abrehart Road DSS (1612), Bunyip Township DSS (2881), Grantville DSS (3841), Yuroke Creek DSS (4360), Brodies Creek DSS (4365), Kalkallo Creek DSS (6550), Romsey DSS (6681), Riddells Creek DSS (6961), New Gisborne DSS (6985) and Davis Creek DSS (8010).
15-Mar-2012
Amendment 470		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Rockleigh Park DSS (0518) and Chandler Road DSS (1103) have increased and are effective in two months.
14-Mar-2012
Amendment 469		 Contribution Rates Clyde North DSS (1310) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Casey, and McNamara Road DSS (2855) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Cardinia.

Preliminary contribution rates apply to these schemes from 13 May 2012.
22-Feb-2012
Amendment 468		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Skeleton Creek South DSS (4070) have increased and are effective in two months.
10-Feb-2012
Amendment 467		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Harpers Creek DSS (6814) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
9-Feb-2012
Amendment 466		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Hallam Valley DSS (0608)
Gartsides North DSS (1111)
Upper Carrum Downs DSS (1209)
Baxter East DSS (2324)
Gomms Road DSS (2327)
Black Flat Road DSS (6071)
1-Feb-2012
Amendment 465		 Technical Guidelines Melbourne Water has added three new sections to 5.3 Designing for Stormwater Conveyance, covering Structural Design, Additional Design Considerations, and Plan Contents.
19-Jan-2012
Amendment 464		 Contribution Rates The applicability of Low-Density Residential contribution rates in the following schemes has been clarified:

Baxter East DSS (2324)
Gomms Road DSS (2327)
Somerville DSS (2328)
Langwarrin South DSS (2331)
18-Jan-2012
Amendment 463		 General Tonimbuk Road Strategy (2856) is a new drainage strategy in the Shire of Cardinia that has been created from part of the existing McNamara Road DSS (2855). No contribution rates will apply within the strategy boundary, and no reimbursements for works will be applicable. This strategy is effective immediately.
12-Jan-2012
Amendment 462		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Kings Creek DSS (2231) have increased and are effective in two months.
11-Jan-2012
Amendment 461		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Perry Road DSS (1140)
Cardinia Industrial DSS (1510)
Pakenham Creek DSS (1602)
Eastern Drain DSS (1603)
Kennedy Creek DSS (1604)
South Morang DSS (4628)
11-Jan-2012
Amendment 460		 Contribution Rates Grantville DSS (3841) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Bass Coast. Interim contribution rates apply in this scheme effective immediately.
9-Jan-2012
Amendment 459		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Glasscocks Road DSS (0710) in the City of Greater Dandenong has been approved, and the contribution rate is effective immediately. The final rates for Officer DSS (1315), Upper Brodies Creek DSS (4381) and Central Creek DSS (6851) have been approved and will be effective in two months.
2-Jan-2012
Amendment 458		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Lower Carrum Downs DSS (1208) and Upper Carrum Downs DSS (1209) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
29-Dec-2011
Amendment 457		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Pakenham West DSS (1507) and Steele Creek DSS (4230) have increased and are effective in two months.
22-Dec-2011
Amendment 456		 General Melbourne Water is pleased to release its 2010/11 Development Planning Annual Report: Achieving Sustainable Urban Development (PDF, 1.85mb). Our Development Planning team works in partnership with the development industry and local government to provide infrastructure in urban areas that can protect water quality and the environment, and achieve appropriate flood protection.

During 2010/11, we received $51.9 million in contributions from developers. These contributions funded a range of infrastructure and water quality projects, as shown in the report. The report highlights how we are working collaboratively on projects that contribute to community wellbeing through improvements to water quality and the environment. With the development industry and local government, we are all working together to ensure a sustainable water future.

Comments on the report are encouraged so that Melbourne Water can use this feedback to ensure the next annual report is improved and provide information that industry will find useful and informative.
25-Nov-2011
Amendment 455		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Cranbourne West DSS (0707) have increased and are effective in two months.
22-Nov-2011
Amendment 454		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Warringine Creek DSS (2221), Kayes Drain DSS (4090) and Mernda Central DSS (4635) have increased and are effective in two months.
7-Nov-2011
Amendment 453		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Hall Road DSS (0714)
Collison Road DSS (2371)
Taylors Hill West DSS (4150)
Hogans Road DSS (8090)
27-Oct-2011
Amendment 452		 Contribution Rates An administrative error led to the future rates for Donnybrook DSS (6551) being incorrectly calculated. The correct future contribution rates are now in place on the LDM. The effective date for the rate change remains the same.
26-Oct-2011
Amendment 451		 Contribution Rates The final rates for Taylors Creek East DSS (6529) have now been approved and will be effective in two months.
Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for Donnybrook DSS (6551) and will be effective in two months.
8-Sep-2011
Amendment 450		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Central Creek DSS (6851) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
1-Sep-2011
Amendment 449		 Forms Melbourne Water has updated its As Constructed Survey Certification Checklist.
18-Aug-2011
Amendment 448		 Contribution Rates The final rates for Junction Village DSS (2363) have now been approved, and will be effective in two months.
16-Aug-2011
Amendment 447		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Glasscocks Road West DSS (0706) and Koo Wee Rup DSS (3821) have increased and are effective in two months.
16-Aug-2011
Amendment 446		 General Melbourne Water has developed the Flora and Fauna Survey Assessment Documents to assist Melbourne Water's employees and stakeholders (land developers, contractors and consultants) decide if a project requires a flora and fauna survey, assists to identify relevant legislative commitments and provides a consistent method for surveys and reporting. Flora & fauna survey standards for plants, birds, mammals, amphibians & reptiles are covered.

This document can be viewed on the Melbourne Water LDM website.
8-Aug-2011
Amendment 445		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Ordish Road North DSS (0201)
Ordish Road South DSS (0508)
Lyndhurst North DSS (0705)
Bowen Road DSS (1124)
Braeside South DSS (1128)
Potts Road West DSS (1222)
O'Neil Road DSS (1306)
Skeleton Creek East DSS (4073)
Burgess Street DSS (4115)
Upper Hendersons Creek DSS (4532)
Gorge Road DSS (4615)
Broad Gully DSS (4653)
21-Jul-2011
Amendment 444		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Davis Creek DSS (8010) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
19-Jul-2011
Amendment 443		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam South DSS (0602) have increased and are effective in two months.
18-Jul-2011
Amendment 442		 Policies Application fees for buildovers, crossings and stormwater connections have increased and will be effective from July 1 2011.

You can view these fees on the Melbourne Water LDM website.
5-Jul-2011
Amendment 441		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Cardinia Road Drain DSS (1502) have decreased and are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Tarneit Creek DSS (4079) have increased and are effective in two months.

The final rates for Shogaki Drive DSS (4173) have now been approved, and will be effective in two months.
30-Jun-2011
Amendment 440		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Dohertys Drain DSS (4088) have increased and are effective in two months.

Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for Upper Brodies Creek DSS (4381) and Central Creek DSS (6851), and will be effective in two months.

The final rates for the following schemes have now been approved, and will be effective in two months:

Abey Road DSS (8226)
Ferris Road DSS (8228)
Melton South DSS (8229)
Exford Road DSS (8230)
24-Jun-2011
Amendment 439		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Golf Links Road DSS (0629)
Lower Carrum Downs DSS (1208)
Langwarrin South DSS (2331)
Forsyth Road DSS (4077)
23-Jun-2011
Amendment 438		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Dohertys Drain DSS (4088) has been amended in various places to reflect changed drainage patterns. This boundary change also affects the adjoining schemes Forsyth Road DSS (4077), Laverton RAAF DS (4077A) and Laverton Creek DSS (4080).
22-Jun-2011
Amendment 437		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Rockleigh Park DSS (0518)
Princes Domain DSS (0601)
Kings Creek DSS (2231)
Skeleton Creek South DSS (4070)
Aitken Creek DSS (4480)
14-Jun-2011
Amendment 436		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Upper Brodies Creek DSS (4381) and Yuroke Creek DSS (4360) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
9-Jun-2011
Amendment 435		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Mernda South DSS (4634) have increased and are effective in two months.
9-Jun-2011
Amendment 434		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased, and are effective in two months:

McGregor Road DSS (1501), Deep Creek South DSS (1601), Kinlora DSS (2326) and Collard Drive DSS (4642).
8-Jun-2011
Amendment 433		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam Valley DSS (0608) and Crib Point DSS (2251) have increased and are effective in two months.
7-Jun-2011
Amendment 432		 Technical Guidelines Melbourne Water has updated its Constructed Wetlands Guidelines 2010 (PDF, 1.78mb).
31-May-2011
Amendment 431		 Contribution Rates The final rates for Cherry Creek DSS (4101) and Mt Cottrell Road DSS (4172) have been approved and will be effective in two months.
31-May-2011
Amendment 430		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Gartsides North DSS (1111) and Black Flat Road DSS (6071) have increased and are effective in two months.
30-May-2011
Amendment 429		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Baxter East DSS (2324)
Dry Creek DSS (4621)
Doreen DSS (4681)
Gomms Road DSS (2327)
Keysborough South DSS (1115)
Perry Road DSS (1140)
Troups Creek West Branch DSS (0606)
24-May-2011
Amendment 428		 Contribution Rates Masons Lane DSS (8504) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Moorabool. Preliminary contribution rates apply in this scheme from 25 July 2011.
24-May-2011
Amendment 427		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Upper Gum Scrub Creek DSS (1403) and Bunyip West DSS (2883) have been approved, and will be effective in two months.
23-May-2011
Amendment 426		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Point Cook DSS (8075) have increased and are effective in two months.
6-May-2011
Amendment 425		 Scheme Maps The boundary of McNamara Road DSS (2855) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
5-May-2011
Amendment 424		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Central Creek DSS (6851) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
4-May-2011
Amendment 423		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Valley Road DSS (1231) have increased and are effective in two months.
29-Apr-2011
Amendment 422		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Cardinia Industrial DSS (1510) have increased and are effective in two months.
28-Apr-2011
Amendment 421		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for all inactive schemes (listed below) have been increased by an annual CPI rise of 2.888% in line with Melbourne Water policy. This rate rise will be effective in two months.

An inactive scheme is defined as having all infrastructure works completed, but not all developer contributions received. It is intended that the contribution rate for all inactive schemes will increase by the CPI on an annual basis in the future.

The seven affected schemes are: Vermont South DSS (0312), Koomba Road DSS (0314,) Troups Creek East Branch DSS (0610), Narre Warren Township DSS (0611), Homestead Road DSS (0613), Carrum Lowlands DSS (1101) and Manuka Road DSS (1301).
18-Apr-2011
Amendment 420		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Mernda North DSS (6004) and Mernda South DSS (4634) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
15-Apr-2011
Amendment 419		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Laverton Creek DSS (4080) and Mernda North DSS (6004) have increased and are effective in two months.
30-Mar-2011
Amendment 418		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Alfred Road DSS (7701), Werribee West Drain DSS (7716) and Pedder Street Drain DSS (7726) have been approved, and will be effective in two months.
30-Mar-2011
Amendment 417		 General Please note: Amendment 416 incorrectly stated that Brodies Creek DSS (4365) will be adopting preliminary rates in two months time. This was meant to have read Greenvale West DSS (4380). Brodies Creek DSS (4365) will remain on interim rates until further notice.
30-Mar-2011
Amendment 416		 General Brodies Creek DSS (4365) has been converted into four new schemes, Yuroke Creek DSS (4360), Brodies Creek DSS (4365), Greenvale West DSS (4380) and Upper Brodies Creek DSS (4381). A preliminary contribution rate has been approved for Brodies Creek DSS (4365) and is effective two months. The rates applicable in the remaining schemes are unchanged.

Please note that all developments in these schemes are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment.
22-Mar-2011
Amendment 415		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Pakenham Creek DSS (1602), Eastern Drain DSS (1603), Kennedy Creek DSS (1604) and Baxter West DSS (2323) have increased and are effective in two months.
22-Mar-2011
Amendment 414		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam North Road DSS (0501) and Pakenham West DSS (1507) have increased and are effective in two months.
21-Mar-2011
Amendment 413		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Somerville DSS (2328) and South Morang DSS (4628) have increased and are effective in two months.
9-Mar-2011
Amendment 412		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Derrimut DSS (4100) have increased and are effective in two months.
9-Mar-2011
Amendment 411		 Contribution Rates An error has been identified in Amendment 392 of 29 October 2010 concerning the contribution rates for Cherrys Creek DSS (4101). The rates have been corrected and are effective immediately.
7-Mar-2011
Amendment 410		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Ti-Tree Creek DSS (0619) have increased and are effective in two months.
3-Mar-2011
Amendment 409		 Scheme Maps Junction Village DS (2363) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Casey. Preliminary contribution rates apply in this scheme from 3 May 2011.
2-Mar-2011
Amendment 408		 Scheme Maps McNamara Road DSS (2855) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Cardinia that has been created from part of the existing Wattletree Road DSS (2854). There is no change to the contribution rates for this area.
22-Feb-2011
Amendment 407		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Potts Road West DSS (1222) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
24-Jan-2011
Amendment 406		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Hogans Road DSS (8090) and Davis Creek (8010) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
17-Jan-2011
Amendment 405		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Alfred Road DSS (7701) and Black Forest Road DSS (7720) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
13-Jan-2011
Amendment 404		 Contribution Rates Revised preliminary contributions rates for Bunyip West DSS (2883) have been approved and will be effective in two months.
5-Jan-2011
Amendment 403		 Contribution Rates Revised preliminary contributions rates for Officer DSS (1315) have been approved and will be effective in two months, while new preliminary contribution rates have been approved for Davis Creek East DSS (8015) and will be effective in two months.
5-Jan-2011
Amendment 402		 Scheme Maps Upper Gum Scrub Creek DSS (1403) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Cardinia that has been created from part of the existing Officer DSS (1315). There is no change to the contribution rates for this area.
5-Jan-2011
Amendment 401		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Ti-Tree Creek DSS (0619) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
1-Jan-2011
Amendment 400		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Wiltonvale Creek DSS (4622) have increased and are effective in two months.
21-Dec-2010
Amendment 399		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Edgars Creek DSS (4440) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
20-Dec-2010
Amendment 398		 General Melbourne Water is pleased to release its 2009/10 Development Planning Annual Report: Achieving Sustainable Urban Development (PDF, 1.08mb). Our Development Planning team works in partnership with the development industry and local government to provide infrastructure in urban areas that can protect water quality and the environment, and achieve appropriate flood protection.

During 2009/10, we received $44.3 million in contributions from developers. These contributions funded a range of infrastructure and water quality projects, as shown in the report. The report highlights how we are working collaboratively on projects that contribute to community wellbeing through improvements to water quality and the environment. With the development industry and local government, we are all working together to ensure a sustainable water future.

Comments on the report are encouraged so that Melbourne Water can use this feedback to ensure the next annual report is improved and provide information that industry will find useful and informative.
17-Dec-2010
Amendment 397		 Technical Guidelines Melbourne Water has updated its Guidelines for The Use of MUSIC (PDF
1.2mb) and also added new MUSIC Rainfall Templates (Zip 49kb).
17-Dec-2010
Amendment 396		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Edgars Creek DSS (4440) have increased and are effective in two months.
17-Dec-2010
Amendment 395		 Policies Melbourne Water has recently completed an industry-supported revision of its works cost estimating rates. The rates are used by Melbourne Water for estimating and reviewing the cost of development services schemes.
15-Dec-2010
Amendment 394		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Sayers Drain DSS (4072) and Steele Creek DSS (4230) have increased and are effective in two months.
13-Dec-2010
Amendment 393		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Lyndhurst South DSS (0704), Roxburgh Park (Patullos Lane) DSS (4478), Roxburgh Park (Coopers Road) DSS (4479) and Roxburgh Park (Craigieburn South) DSS (4487).
29-Oct-2010
Amendment 392		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Colemans Road DSS (0705A) in the City of Greater Dandenong has been approved, and the contribution rate is effective immediately.

Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for Cherrys Creek DSS (4101), and will be effective in two months.

The establishment and final rate of Taylors Creek DSS (6531) has been approved, and will be effective in two months.
28-Oct-2010
Amendment 391		 General Davis Creek East DSS (8015) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Wyndham that has been created from part of the existing Davis Creek DSS (8010). There is no change to the contribution rates for this area.
18-Oct-2010
Amendment 390		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Warringine Creek DSS (2221) have increased and are effective in two months.
15-Oct-2010
Amendment 389		 Contribution Rates An administrative error led to the rate for Cardinia Road Drain DSS (1502) being incorrectly calculated. The total rate remains unchanged but the hydraulic and water quality ratios have been modified. The new rates are effective immediately.
14-Oct-2010
Amendment 388		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Koo Wee Rup DSS (3821), Findon Creek DSS (4535) and Mernda Central DSS (4635) have increased and are effective in two months.
8-Oct-2010
Amendment 387		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Taylors Hill West DSS (4150), Laurimar DSS (6001) and Hogans Road DSS (8090) have increased and are effective in two months.
5-Oct-2010
Amendment 386		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Berwick South DSS (0615) and Cranbourne Central DSS (0703) have decreased and are effective immediately.
4-Oct-2010
Amendment 385		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Collison Road DSS (2371) have increased and are effective in two months.
24-Sep-2010
Amendment 384		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam South DSS (0602) have increased and are effective in two months.

Please note the contribution rate change pending for this drainage scheme is now superseded by these new contribution rates, and will now be effective in two months.
24-Sep-2010
Amendment 383		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Lyndhurst North DSS (0705) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
13-Sep-2010
Amendment 382		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following Drainage Schemes have increased and are effective in two months:

Ordish Road South DSS (0508), Bowen Road DSS (1124), Potts Road West DSS (1222) and O’Neil Road DSS (1306).

Please note the recently published contribution rate changes pending for these drainage schemes are now superseded by these new contribution rates, and will now be effective in two months.
2-Sep-2010
Amendment 381		 Contribution Rates Please note the hydraulic contribution rate currently applicable in Langwarrin South DS (2331) has been updated from $16,678/ha to $16,878/ha to correct a typographical error.
27-Aug-2010
Amendment 380		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Princes Domain DSS (0601) have increased and are effective in two months.

Please note the recently published contribution rate change pending for Princes Domain DSS (0601) is now superseded by this new contribution rate, and will now be effective in two months.
19-Aug-2010
Amendment 379		 General Wattletree Road DSS (2854) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Cardinia that has been created from part of the existing Bunyip Township DSS (2881). There is no change to the contribution rates for this area.
18-Aug-2010
Amendment 378		 General Please note that further to Amendment 377 on 11 August 2010, all developments in Cranbourne West DS (0707) and Hall Road DS (0714) must provide a minimum of half best-practice water quality treatment via ‘at source’ methods. If this is not feasible please contact the relevant council and Melbourne Water.
11-Aug-2010
Amendment 377		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Cranbourne West DS (0707) has been approved, and the contribution rate is effective immediately, and the establishment and final rate of Hall Road DS (0714) has been approved, and the contribution rate is effective from 11 October 2010.
11-Aug-2010
Amendment 376		 General Toolern Creek DS (8201) has been converted into four new schemes, Abey Road DS (8226), Ferris Road DS (8228), Melton South DS (8229) and Exford Road DS (8230). Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for these schemes, and the new rates for Ferris Road DS (8228) and Exford Road DS (8230) are effective immediately, while the new rates for Abey Road DS (8226) and Melton South DS (8229) are effective in two months.
6-Aug-2010
Amendment 375		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Braeside South DSS (1128) and Upper Carrum Downs DSS (1209) have increased and are effective in two months.

Please note the recently published contribution rate change pending for Upper Carrum Downs DSS (1209) is now superseded by this new contribution rate, and will now be effective in two months.
6-Aug-2010
Amendment 374		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Kayes Drain DSS (4090) has been approved. The contribution rate is effective from 06 October 2010.
28-Jul-2010
Amendment 373		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has approved an industry-supported increase to the Stormwater Quality Offset Rates, which are used to consistently and equitably apply water quality standards to all urban development inside and outside of development schemes.

These rates provide a mechanism for developers who cannot meet stormwater quality standards for their development to pay an offset to Melbourne Water who will provide treatment elsewhere in the catchment.

For all areas outside of greenfield development schemes and in redevelopment schemes, the Stormwater Quality Offset Rate will increase.

The Stormwater Quality Offset Rates also apply in greenfield drainage schemes where adequate water quality measures have not been provided. For these schemes the water quality component of the contribution will be increased.

All new rates have been published in the contributions section of the LDM and will be effective from 28 September 2010.

Please note that recently published contribution rate changes that are pending for Rockleigh Park DS (0518), Golf Links Road DS (0629), Edrington Park DS (1316), Kings Creek DS (2231), Crib Point DS (2251), Kinlora DS (2326), Langwarrin South DS (2331), Aitken Creek DS (4480) and Gorge Road DS (4615) are now superseded by the new contribution rates resulting from the increased Stormwater Quality Offset Rates. The new rates for these schemes will also be effective from 28 September 2010.
21-Jul-2010
Amendment 372		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following Drainage Schemes have increased, and are effective in two months:
Ordish Road North DSS (0201), Golf Links Road DSS (0629), Lyndhurst North DSS (0705), Skeleton Creek East DSS (4073), Forsyth Road DSS (4077), Tarneit Creek DSS (4079), Upper Hendersons Creek DSS (4532) and Broad Gully DSS (4653)
13-Jul-2010
Amendment 371		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased, and will be effective in two months: Rockleigh Park DSS (0518), Lyndhurst DSS (0711), Edrington Park DSS (1316), McGregor Road DSS (1501), Deep Creek South DSS (1601), Crib Point DSS (2251), Kinlora DSS (2326), Langwarrin South DSS (2331) and Collard Drive DSS (4642).
6-Jul-2010
Amendment 370		 Technical Guidelines Melbourne Water has updated its Guidelines for the Design and Assessment of Flood Retarding Basins (PDF, 68kb).
29-Jun-2010
Amendment 369		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Cherrys Creek DSS (4101) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
16-Jun-2010
Amendment 368		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following Drainage Schemes have increased, and are effective in two months:

Keysborough South DSS (1115), Lower Carrum Downs DSS (1208), Cardinia Road DSS (1502), Kings Creek DSS (2231), Aitken Creek DSS (4480), Gorge Road DSS (4615)
25-May-2010
Amendment 367		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Skeleton Creek South DSS (4070) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
17-May-2010
Amendment 366		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Cardinia Industrial DS (1510) has been approved, and the contribution rate is effective immediately.
12-May-2010
Amendment 365		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Hampton Park East Extension DSS (0605) has decreased, and is effective immediately.

The total contribution rate for Point Cook DSS (8075) has not changed, but the hydraulic and water quality components have altered.
7-May-2010
Amendment 364		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of O’Sheas Road DSS (0614) and Edrington Park DSS (1316) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
3-May-2010
Amendment 363		 General A new section regarding Maintenance Agreements has been added to the Land Development Manual.

This section provides clarification of Melbourne Water's requirements for Maintenance Agreements which generally occurs when main drainage works such as a wetland is being constructed in a reserve that will incorporate Council assets. If you are required to prepare a Maintenance Agreement, our Maintenance Agreement kit provides templates and some examples that can be downloaded to assist you in this.
28-Apr-2010
Amendment 362		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Ti-Tree Creek DS (0619) and Collison Road DS (2371) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
21-Apr-2010
Amendment 361		 General Melbourne Water is pleased to release its 2008/09 Development Planning Annual Report: Achieving Sustainable Urban Development (PDF, 974kb). Our Development Planning team works in partnership with the development industry and local government to provide infrastructure in urban areas that can protect water quality and the environment, and achieve appropriate flood protection.

During 2008/09, we received $38.6 million in contributions from developers. These contributions funded a range of infrastructure and water quality projects, as shown in the report. The report highlights how we are working collaboratively on projects that contribute tocommunity wellbeing through improvements to water quality and the environment. With the development industry and local government, we are all working together to ensure a sustainable water future.

Comments on the report are encouraged so that Melbourne Water can use this feedback to ensure the next annual report is improved and provide information that industry will find useful and informative.
9-Apr-2010
Amendment 360		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Cardinia Road Drain DS (1502) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
9-Apr-2010
Amendment 359		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following Drainage Schemes have increased, and are effective in two months:

Troups Creek West Branch DSS (0606), Hallam Valley DSS (0608), Gartsides North DSS (1111) and Valley Road DSS (1231).
8-Apr-2010
Amendment 358		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has reviewed its interim contribution rate for greenfield schemes, and is adopting new region-specific rates. This follows an extensive review of interim contribution rates involving consultation and support from the Drainage Scheme Review Group, which includes a number of industry representatives. The new rates are:

West Region - $27,000/ha hydraulic, $16,000/ha WQ*
North East Region - $29,500/ha hydraulic, $15,900/ha WQ*
South East Region - $39,000/ha hydraulic, $16,600/ha WQ*

* WQ rate applies only in schemes where 'at source' water quality treatment is not required

A standard interim contribution rate is applied when work commences on preparation of a new scheme, and applies until either a preliminary rate (forecast final rate) or a final rate is adopted. The interim contribution rate is intended to be 'typical' of the final rates applied in greenfield schemes. The new interim rates were determined based on the average of final rates adopted in recent schemes. Note that developers should not rely on any interim contribution rate for undertaking development feasibility assessments as catchment specific issues may result in a higher final rate.

This contribution rate change is effective immediately.

The affected schemes are Grasmere Creek DS (1302), Abrehart Road DS (1612), Bunyip Township DS (2881), Cherrys Creek DS (4101), Brodies Creek DS (4365), Kalkallo Creek DS (6550), Donnybrook DS (6551), Romsey DS (6681), Central Creek DS (6851), Riddells Creek DS (6961), New Gisborne DS (6985), Davis Creek DS (8010), Toolern Creek DS (8201), Masons Lane DS (8504) and Cairns Drive DS (8510).
22-Mar-2010
Amendment 357		 Policies Melbourne Water has recently completed an industry-supported review of its drainage pipeline refund rates. The new rates are based on recent costs of actual Melbourne Water drainage pipeline projects undertaken by contractors.
19-Mar-2010
Amendment 356		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Sayers Drain DSS (4072) and Davis Creek DSS (8010) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
16-Mar-2010
Amendment 355		 General There has been an error in Amendment 354 of 15 March 2010 concerning the contribution rate for Brodies Creek DS (4365) and Donnybrook DS (6551). Melbourne Water wishes to advise the contribution rates for Brodies Creek DS (4365) and Donnybrook DS (6551) are effective immediately.
15-Mar-2010
Amendment 354		 General Brodies Creek DS (4365) and Donnybrook DS (6551) are new Greenfield schemes in the City of Hume. Interim contribution rates have been approved for these schemes, and the new rates will be applicable in two months. Please note that all developments in Brodies Creek DS (4365) are required to provide ‘at source’ water quality treatment.
15-Mar-2010
Amendment 353		 General Cranbourne West DS (0707) and Hall Road DS (0714) are new Greenfield schemes in the City of Casey. Preliminary contribution rates apply in these schemes effective immediately. Turf Farm Strategy (0709) is a new drainage strategy in the City of Casey, and has been developed in consultation with the owners of the developable land. No contribution rates will apply within the strategy boundaries, and no reimbursements for works will be applicable. This strategy is effective immediately.
12-Mar-2010
Amendment 352		 General Rockbank DS (4140) has been converted into four new schemes, Paynes Road DS (4171), Mt Cottrell Road DS (4172), Shogaki Drive DS (4173) and High Street Melton DS (4174). Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for these schemes, and the new rates will be applicable in two months. Please note that all developments in Paynes Road DS (4171) and Mt Cottrell Road DS (4172) are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment.
11-Mar-2010
Amendment 351		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Cherry's Creek DSS (4101) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
5-Mar-2010
Amendment 350		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following Drainage Schemes have increased, and are effective in two months:
Baxter West DSS (2323), Baxter East DSS (2324) and Gomms Road DSS (2327).
4-Mar-2010
Amendment 349		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following Drainage Schemes have increased, and are effective in two months:

Hallam North Road DSS (0501), Pakenham West DSS (1507) and Dohertys Drain DSS (4088).
2-Mar-2010
Amendment 348		 Scheme Maps Taylors Creek DS (6529) has been converted into two schemes, Taylors Creek East DS (6529) and Taylors Creek DS (6531). Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for both schemes, and these will be effective in two months. Please note that all developments in Taylors Creek DS (6531) are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment.
12-Feb-2010
Amendment 347		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Cherry's Creek DSS (4101) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
10-Feb-2010
Amendment 346		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Laverton Creek DSS (4080) has been approved. The contribution rate is effective from 10 April 2010.
10-Feb-2010
Amendment 345		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Gomms Road DSS (2327) and Aitken Creek (4480) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
4-Feb-2010
Amendment 344		 Scheme Maps Following a recent review, the boundaries of Roxburgh Park (Patullos Lane) DSS (4478), Roxburgh Park (Coopers Road) DSS (4479) and Roxburgh Park (Craigieburn South) DSS (4487) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
28-Jan-2010
Amendment 343		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following Drainage Schemes have increased, and are effective in two months:
Pakenham Creek DSS (1602), Eastern Drain DSS (1603), Kennedy Creek DSS (1604), Sayers Drain DSS (4072), Derrimut DSS (4100), Dry Creek DSS (4621), Hogans Road DSS (8090).
8-Jan-2010
Amendment 342		 General Melbourne Water has recently approved the use of Fibre-Reinforced Concrete (FRC) pipes, and sections 6.5 and 6.7 of the Land Development Manual have been updated accordingly.
5-Jan-2010
Amendment 341		 General The following greenfield schemes have been approved for closure: Upper Dandenong Creek DS (0403), Kilsyth Main Drain DS (0409), Dandenong South DS (0509), Centre Road DS (0609), Braeside West DS (1102), Parkmore DS (1104), Gartsides DS (1108), Dunlops Drain DS (1112), Lee Street / Beach Street DS (1206), Skeleton Creek Area 1 DS (4070A) and Skeleton Creek Area 2 DS (4074). All works planned under these schemes are complete, and all expected greenfield development is either complete or will be managed by a replacement redevelopment scheme.
21-Dec-2009
Amendment 340		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Perry Road DS (1140) has been approved, and the contribution rate is effective immediately.
2-Dec-2009
Amendment 339		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Wiltonvale Creek DSS (4622) and Mernda South DSS (4634) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
1-Dec-2009
Amendment 338		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Somerville DSS (2328) have decreased, and are effective immediately.
25-Nov-2009
Amendment 337		 General Re amendment No 336, a document summarising the changes made to Section 6.0 Construction Specifications has been prepared and is available to download from Section 6.0 of the LDM. The changes are updates to current versions of applicable Standards.
23-Nov-2009
Amendment 336		 General Melbourne Water has updated a number of the standards in its Construction Specifications for drains and associated structures.
9-Nov-2009
Amendment 335		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Cheetham Creek DSS (4047) have decreased, and are effective immediately.
5-Nov-2009
Amendment 334		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Essex Park Extension DSS (0206) have decreased, and are effective immediately.
16-Oct-2009
Amendment 333		 Contribution Rates Scoresby Outfall Development Services Scheme (0307) has been approved for closure). All works planned under this scheme are complete and all expected greenfield development is complete. The closure is effective immediately.
7-Oct-2009
Amendment 332		 Contribution Rates There has been an error in Amendment 331 of 02 October 2009 concerning the contribution rate for Glasscocks Road West DS (0706). Melbourne Water wishes to advise the contribution rate for Glasscocks Road West DS (0706) is effective immediately.
2-Oct-2009
Amendment 331		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Glasscocks Road West DS (0706) has been approved. The contribution rate is effective from 2 December 2009.
14-Sep-2009
Amendment 330		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased, and will be effective in two months: Golf Links Road DSS (0629), Edrington Park DSS (1316), McGregor Road DSS (1501), Deep Creek South DSS (1601), Crib Point DSS (2251), Kinlora DSS (2326), Burgess Street DSS (4115), Mernda South DSS (4634), Black Flat Road DSS (6071), Point Cook DSS (8075).
3-Sep-2009
Amendment 329		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased, and will be effective in two months: Princes Domain DSS (0601), O’Neil Road DSS (1306), Steele Creek DSS (4230), Roxburgh Park (Coopers Road) DSS (4478), Roxburgh Park (Craigieburn South) DSS (4479), Roxburgh Park (Patullos Lane) DSS (4487), Findon Creek DSS (4535), Doreen DSS (4681), Mernda North DSS (6004).
27-Aug-2009
Amendment 328		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Collison Road DSS (2371) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
26-Aug-2009
Amendment 327		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Rockleigh Park DSS (0518) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
31-Jul-2009
Amendment 326		 Contribution Rates This is part 3 of a 3 part amendment.

The contribution rates for all inactive schemes (listed below) have been increased by an annual CPI rise of 2.47% to the March quarter in line with Melbourne Water policy. This rate rise will be effective in two months.

An inactive scheme is defined as having all infrastructure works completed, but not all developer contributions received. It is intended that the contribution rate for all inactive schemes will increase by the CPI on an annual basis in the future.

The 31 affected schemes are: Jacksons Road North DS (0302), Rowville DSS (0303), Jells Road South DSS (0304), Vermont South DSS (0312), Koomba Road DSS (0314), Wantirna North DSS (0316), Upper Bungalook Creek DDS (0404), Little Bungalook Creek (Part B) DSS (0405), Bungalook Creek DSS (0407), Garden Street DSS (0408), Kilsyth West DSS (0410), Greens Lane DSS (0510), Fordholm Road East DSS (0604), Troups Creek East Branch DSS (0610), Narre Warren Township DSS (0611), Homestead Road DSS (0613), O'Sheas Road DSS (0614), Berwick Township DSS (0616), Monahans Road DSS (0701), Kellets Road DSS (0801), Kent Park DSS (0803), Ferntree Gully South DSS (0805), Carrum Lowlands DSS (1101), Chandler Road DSS (1103), Gartsides South DSS (1107), Edithvale Road DSS (1110), Five Ways DSS (1119), Langwarrin DSS (1204), Lee Street/Beach Street DSS (1206), Wells Road DSS (1210), Manuka Road DSS (1301).
31-Jul-2009
Amendment 325		 Contribution Rates This is part 2 of a 3 part amendment.

The contribution rates for all inactive schemes (listed below) have been increased by an annual CPI rise of 2.47% to the March quarter in line with Melbourne Water policy. This rate rise will be effective in two months.

An inactive scheme is defined as having all infrastructure works completed, but not all developer contributions received. It is intended that the contribution rate for all inactive schemes will increase by the CPI on an annual basis in the future.

The 31 affected schemes are: Jacksons Road North DS (0302), Rowville DSS (0303), Jells Road South DSS (0304), Vermont South DSS (0312), Koomba Road DSS (0314), Wantirna North DSS (0316), Upper Bungalook Creek DDS (0404), Little Bungalook Creek (Part B) DSS (0405), Bungalook Creek DSS (0407), Garden Street DSS (0408), Kilsyth West DSS (0410), Greens Lane DSS (0510), Fordholm Road East DSS (0604), Troups Creek East Branch DSS (0610), Narre Warren Township DSS (0611), Homestead Road DSS (0613), O'Sheas Road DSS (0614), Berwick Township DSS (0616), Monahans Road DSS (0701), Kellets Road DSS (0801), Kent Park DSS (0803), Ferntree Gully South DSS (0805), Carrum Lowlands DSS (1101), Chandler Road DSS (1103), Gartsides South DSS (1107), Edithvale Road DSS (1110), Five Ways DSS (1119), Langwarrin DSS (1204), Lee Street/Beach Street DSS (1206), Wells Road DSS (1210), Manuka Road DSS (1301).
30-Jul-2009
Amendment 324		 Contribution Rates This is part 1 of a 3 part amendment.

The contribution rates for all inactive schemes (listed below) have been increased by an annual CPI rise of 2.47% to the March quarter in line with Melbourne Water policy. This rate rise will be effective in two months.

An inactive scheme is defined as having all infrastructure works completed, but not all developer contributions received. It is intended that the contribution rate for all inactive schemes will increase by the CPI on an annual basis in the future.

The 31 affected schemes are: Jacksons Road North DS (0302), Rowville DSS (0303), Jells Road South DSS (0304), Vermont South DSS (0312), Koomba Road DSS (0314), Wantirna North DSS (0316), Upper Bungalook Creek DDS (0404), Little Bungalook Creek (Part B) DSS (0405), Bungalook Creek DSS (0407), Garden Street DSS (0408), Kilsyth West DSS (0410), Greens Lane DSS (0510), Fordholm Road East DSS (0604), Troups Creek East Branch DSS (0610), Narre Warren Township DSS (0611), Homestead Road DSS (0613), O'Sheas Road DSS (0614), Berwick Township DSS (0616), Monahans Road DSS (0701), Kellets Road DSS (0801), Kent Park DSS (0803), Ferntree Gully South DSS (0805), Carrum Lowlands DSS (1101), Chandler Road DSS (1103), Gartsides South DSS (1107), Edithvale Road DSS (1110), Five Ways DSS (1119), Langwarrin DSS (1204), Lee Street/Beach Street DSS (1206), Wells Road DSS (1210), Manuka Road DSS (1301).
16-Jul-2009
Amendment 323		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Potts Road West DSS (1222) has been amended to reflect designed scheme works after an engineering review.
16-Jul-2009
Amendment 322		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Potts Road West DSS (1222) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
15-Jul-2009
Amendment 321		 Contribution Rates The final rate for the Keysborough South DSS (1115) has now been approved. The final rate matches the preliminary rate, and so no rate change will occur.
7-Jul-2009
Amendment 320		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Langwarrin South DS (2331) and Laurimar DS (6001) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
7-Jul-2009
Amendment 319		 Technical Guidelines Constructed Waterways in Urban Developments Guidelines

Are you involved in the planning, design, construction and management of urban waterways? Do you deal with developers, their consultants or councils? Our new Constructed Waterways in Urban Developments Guidelines are intended to ensure that constructed waterways not only provide appropriate drainage but also have good outcomes for the environment and residents.
1-Jul-2009
Amendment 318		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam South DSS (0602) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
30-Jun-2009
Amendment 317		 Policies Application fees for buildovers, crossings and stormwater connections have increased and will be effective from July 1 2009.
26-Jun-2009
Amendment 316		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Davis Creek DSS (8010) and Hogans Road DSS (8090) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
26-Jun-2009
Amendment 315		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Koo We Rup DSS (3821) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
25-Jun-2009
Amendment 314		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Findons Creek DSS (4535) and Edgars Creek DSS (4440) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
24-Jun-2009
Amendment 313		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for the following schemes have increased, and will be effective in two months: Lyndhurst DSS (0711), Bowen Road DSS (1124), Tarneit Creek DSS (4079), Edgars Creek DSS (4440), Mernda Central DSS (4635), Broad Gully DSS (4653), Ordish Road North DSS (0201), Ordish Road South DSS (0508) and Ti-Tree Creek DSS (0619).
11-Jun-2009
Amendment 312		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Aitken Creek DS (4480) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
2-Jun-2009
Amendment 311		 Contribution Rates Taylors Hill West DS (4150) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Melton that has been created from part of the existing Stony Hill Creek DS (4141). A final rate has been determined and applies from 1st August 2009. Please note that all developments in this scheme are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment. The boundary of Stony Hill Creek DS (4141) has also been amended to exclude land outside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary.
29-May-2009
Amendment 310		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Cheetham Creek DSS (4047) and Point Cook DSS (8075) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
27-May-2009
Amendment 309		 Contribution Rates ­­­­­­­­­­­­Rockbank Development Services Scheme (4140) is a new Greenfield schemes in the Shire of Melton. An interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000/ha applies from 26 July 2009. All developments in this scheme are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment, but in a case where this is not practical, an interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000/ha will also apply.
25-May-2009
Amendment 308		 General Arnolds Creek DS (8045) and Brookfield DS (8060) have been converted into three drainage strategies, Minns Road Strategy (8051), Arnolds Creek West Strategy (8055) and Brookfield Creek Strategy (8060) in consultation with the owners of the remaining developable land. No contribution rates will apply within the strategy boundaries, and no reimbursements for works will be applicable. This change is effective immediately.
22-May-2009
Amendment 307		 General Melbourne Water is pleased to release its first Development Planning Annual Report (PDF, 630kb), for the 2007/08 year. The report describes how Melbourne Water supports urban growth across Melbourne through the implementation of its Greenfield Development Services Schemes, which are designed to cater for urban growth in the outer suburbs of Melbourne. Information on the overall income and expenditure of schemes, changes to contribution rates and projects of interest where innovation resulted in improvements to projects are also highlighted in the report. The report also describes where long-term planning and investigations are taking place on existing drainage infrastructure to cater for in-fill development.

Comments on the report are encouraged so that Melbourne Water can use this feedback to ensure the next annual report is improved and provide information that industry will find useful and informative.
15-May-2009
Amendment 306		 General A portion of the Taylors Creek DDS (6529) has been converted to a drainage strategy called Wallan Airfield Strategy (6530) in consultation with the owners of the remaining developable land. No contribution rates will apply within the strategy boundary, and no reimbursements for works will be applicable. This change is effective immediately.
29-Apr-2009
Amendment 305		 Scheme Maps The boundary of New Gisborne DS (6985) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
27-Feb-2009
Amendment 304		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Cheetham Creek DSS (4047) and Point Cook DSS (8075) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
26-Feb-2009
Amendment 303		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Aitken Creek DS (4480) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
18-Feb-2009
Amendment 302		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Skeleton Creek East DS (4073), Forsyth Road DS (4077) and Gorge Road DS (4615) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
12-Feb-2009
Amendment 301		 General Eynesbury Estate Strategy (8037) is a new drainage strategy in the Shire of Melton and the City of Wyndham, and has been developed in consultation with the owners of the developable land. No contribution rates will apply within the strategy boundaries, and no reimbursements for works will be applicable. This strategy is effective immediately.
4-Feb-2009
Amendment 300		 General Blind Creek / Kismet Creek DS (6820) has been converted into two drainage strategies, Blind Creek Strategy (6820) and Kismet Creek Strategy (6821) in consultation with the owners of the remaining developable land. No contribution rates will apply within the strategy boundaries, and no reimbursements for works will be applicable. This change is effective immediately.
2-Feb-2009
Amendment 299		 General Romsey Development Services Scheme (6681) and Riddells Creek Development Services Scheme (6961) are new Greenfield schemes in the Shire of Macedon Ranges. An interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000/ha applies in both schemes from 3 April 2009. All developments in these schemes are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment, but in a case where this is not practical, an interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000/ha will also apply.
30-Jan-2009
Amendment 298		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Fitzgerald Road DS (0607), Greaves Road (Parts A & B) DS (0624), Lysterfield West DS (0802) and Baxter East DS (2324) have decreased, and are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Doreen DS (4681) have increased and are effective in two months.
28-Jan-2009
Amendment 297		 Technical Guidelines Melbourne Water has published new Shared Pathways Guidelines. These guidelines document the standards required when using waterways, pipetracks, retarding basins and the reserves associated with them for developing shared pathways carrying pedestrian and bicycle traffic.

Melbourne Water has also updated its fees associated with works which may impact on Melbourne Water assets.
22-Jan-2009
Amendment 296		 Scheme Maps Keysborough South DS (1115) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Greater Dandenong. Preliminary contribution rates apply in this scheme from 23 March 2009.
22-Jan-2009
Amendment 295		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Ballarto Road DS (1202), Upper Carrum Downs DS (1209) and Pakenham West DS (1507) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
21-Jan-2009
Amendment 294		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Kayes Drain DS (4090) and Cherrys Creek DS (4101) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
20-Jan-2009
Amendment 293		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Sayers Drain DS (4072) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
20-Jan-2009
Amendment 292		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Ordish Road North DS (0201) has been extended to the north and west to include newly developable areas, and the boundary between Ordish Road North DS (0201) and Ordish Road South DS (0508) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
20-Jan-2009
Amendment 291		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Ti-Tree Creek DS (0619) has been extended to include newly developable areas, and to reflect newly available contour information.
16-Jan-2009
Amendment 290		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Sayers Drain DSS (4072) and Tarneit Creek DSS (4079) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
9-Jan-2009
Amendment 289		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Kings Creek DSS (2231) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
9-Jan-2009
Amendment 288		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Kings Creek DSS (2231) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
7-Jan-2009
Amendment 287		 Scheme Maps Masons Lane Development Services Scheme (8504) and Cairns Drive Development Services Scheme (8510) are new Greenfield schemes in the Shire of Moorabool. An interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000/ha applies in both schemes from 6 March 2009. All developments in these schemes are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment, but in a case where this is not practical, an interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000/ha will also apply.
29-Dec-2008
Amendment 286		 Contribution Rates The establishment and final rate of Cardinia Road Drain DS (1502) has been approved. The new rate is effective in two months' time.
24-Dec-2008
Amendment 285		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Lyndhurst North DS (0705) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
8-Dec-2008
Amendment 284		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Pakenham Creek DS (1602), Eastern Drain DS (1603), Kennedy Creek DS (1604) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
26-Nov-2008
Amendment 283		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Skeleton Creek South DS (4070) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
6-Nov-2008
Amendment 282		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Taylors Creek DSS (6529), Wallan Street Drainage Strategy (6535), Hampton Park East Extension DSS (0605), Ti-Tree Creek DSS (0619) and Berwick Township DSS (0616) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
30-Oct-2008
Amendment 281		 Contribution Rates Preliminary contribution rates have been approved for Alfred Road DS (7701), Werribee West Drain DS (7716), Black Forest Road DS (7720), Pedder Street Drain DS (7726) and Manor Lakes DS (7742). The new rate for Manor Lakes DS will be effective immediately, and for the remaining schemes the new rates will be effective in two months.
15-Oct-2008
Amendment 280		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Stony Hill Creek DS (4141) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
9-Oct-2008
Amendment 279		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Central Creek DS (6851) has been amended to exclude land now identified as not being part of the scheme catchment area.
9-Oct-2008
Amendment 278		 General Lollypop Creek DS (7720) has been re-named Black Forest Road DS. This change is for administrative reasons only.
6-Oct-2008
Amendment 277		 Scheme Maps Lollypop Creek DS (7701) in the City of Wyndham has been divided into five schemes, Alfred Road DS (7701), Werribee West Drain DS (7716), Lollypop Creek DS (7720), Pedder Street Drain DS (7726) and Manor Lakes DS (7742). Please check the website maps to see the boundaries of the new schemes. An interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000 and interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000 apply in all these schemes effective immediately.
11-Sep-2008
Amendment 276		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Jacksons Road North DSS (0302) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
8-Sep-2008
Amendment 275		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Kennedy Creek DSS (1604) and Eastern Drain DSS (1603) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
2-Sep-2008
Amendment 274		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Collison Road DS (2371) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
1-Sep-2008
Amendment 273		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Skeleton Creek East DS (4073) and Forsyth Road DS (4077) have been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
22-Aug-2008
Amendment 272		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Kennedy Creek DS (1604) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
21-Aug-2008
Amendment 271		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Pakenham Creek DS (1602) and Eastern Drain DS (1603) have increased, and will be effective in two months. These rate changes correct previous amendments that were incorrect.
20-Aug-2008
Amendment 270		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Laverton Creek DS (4080) and Kayes Drain DS (4090) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
18-Aug-2008
Amendment 269		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has approved the establishment and final rate of Hogans Road DS (8090). The new rate is effective in two months' time.
15-Aug-2008
Amendment 268		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Valley Road DS (1231) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
12-Aug-2008
Amendment 267		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Lyndhurst South DS (0704) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
5-Aug-2008
Amendment 266		 Scheme Maps Central Creek Development Services Scheme (6851) and New Gisborne Development Services Scheme (6985) are new Greenfield schemes in the Shire of Macedon Ranges. An interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000/ha applies in both schemes from 5 October 2008. All developments in these schemes are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment, but in a case where this is not practical, an interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000/ha will also apply.
29-Jul-2008
Amendment 265		 Scheme Maps Point Cook DS has been re-numbered from 4043 to 8075. This change is for administrative reasons only.
16-Jul-2008
Amendment 264		 Contribution Rates The Wallan Street Drain DS (6535) has been converted to a drainage strategy in consultation with the owners of the remaining developable land. No contribution rates will apply within the strategy boundary, and no reimbursements for works will be applicable. This change is effective immediately.
2-Jul-2008
Amendment 263		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Essex Park Extension DS (0206) and Princes Domain DS (0601) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Lower Carrum Downs DS (1208), Potts Road West DS (1222), O'Neil Road DS (1306) and Mernda North DS (6004) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
17-Jun-2008
Amendment 262		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Murrumbeena Main Drain RDS (4850) has been reviewed and amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
16-Jun-2008
Amendment 261		 Scheme Maps Davis Creek Development Services Scheme (8010) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Wyndham. An interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000/ha applies in this scheme from 6 August 2008. All developments in this scheme are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment, but in a case where this is not practical, an interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000/ha will also apply.
6-Jun-2008
Amendment 260		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Haileybury DS (1114) and Mernda South DS (4634) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Hallam North Road DS (0501), Hallam Valley Contour Drain Remodelling (0621), Valley Road DS (1231) and Langwarrin South DS (2331) have increased, and will be effective in two months.

Please note that the rate changes for Hallam North Road DS (0501), Hallam Valley Contour Drain Remodelling (0621), Valley Road DS (1231) and Langwarrin South DS (2331) published on 16 April 2008 are now superseded by these rate changes.
30-May-2008
Amendment 259		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Steele Creek DS (4230) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
26-May-2008
Amendment 258		 Scheme Maps The boundary of McGregor Road DS (1501) has been extended south to include areas now inside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary. The extended scheme has an increased contribution rate, which will be effective in two months.
20-May-2008
Amendment 257		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has approved the establishment and final rate of Dohertys Drain DS (4088). The new rate is effective in two months' time.

The boundary between Laverton Creek DS (4080) and Dohertys Drain DS (4088) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
16-May-2008
Amendment 256		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Gartsides North DS (1111), Warrangine Creek DS (2221), Roxburgh Park (Patullos Lane) DS (4478), Roxburgh Park (Coopers Road) DS (4479), Roxburgh Park (Craigieburn South) DS (4487), Upper Hendersons Creek DS (4532) and Laurimar DS (6001) have increased, and will be effective in two months.

Please note that the rate changes for Gartsides North DS (1111), Warrangine Creek DS (2221), Roxburgh Park (Patullos Lane) DS (4478), Roxburgh Park (Coopers Road) DS (4479), Roxburgh Park (Craigieburn South) DS (4487) and Laurimar DS (6001) published on 16 April 2008 are now superseded by these rate changes.

The boundary between Skeleton Creek East DS (4073) and Forsyth Road Drain DS (4077) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
7-May-2008
Amendment 255		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for East Moreton DS (4139) has decreased, and the new rate is effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Hallam Valley DS (0608), Somerville DS (2328) and Burgess Street DS (4115) have increased, and will be effective in two months.

Please note that the rate changes for Hallam Valley DS (0608), Somerville DS (2328) and Burgess Street DS (4115) published on 16 April 2008 are now superseded by these rate changes.
23-Apr-2008
Amendment 254		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Berwick South DS (0615) and Black Flat Road DS (6071) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Edrington Park DS (1316), Crib Point DS (2251) and Mernda Central DS (4635) have increased, and will be effective in two months.

Please note that the rate changes for Berwick South DS (0615), Edrington Park DS (1316) and Crib Point DS (2251) published on 16 April 2008 are now superseded by these rate changes.
21-Apr-2008
Amendment 253		 General As part of Melbourne Water's commitment to improvement, the Land Development Manual web site has been updated following an extensive review of the engineering content, standard drawings and forms. Each section has also been numbered for ease of navigation through the site.

Comments on the updated website are welcome.
16-Apr-2008
Amendment 252		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has approved an increase to the Stormwater Quality Offset Rates, which are used to consistently and equitably apply water quality standards to all urban development inside and outside of drainage schemes.

These rates provide a mechanism for developers who cannot meet stormwater quality standards for their development to pay an offset to Melbourne Water who will provide treatment elsewhere in the catchment.

For all areas outside of greenfield drainage schemes and in redevelopment schemes, the Stormwater Quality Offset Rate will increase.

The Stormwater Quality Offset Rates also apply in greenfield drainage schemes where adequate water quality measures have not been provided. For these schemes the water quality component of the contribution will be increased.

All new rates have been published in the contributions section of the LDM and will be effective from 15 June 2008. Further information on the offset strategy and the ability to reduce water quality contributions can be found in the LDM and the Stormwater Quality Offset Fact Sheet (115kb PDF Document).

Please note that the rate rise for Derrimut DS (4100) published on 5 March 2008 is now superseded by the new rate resulting from the increased Stormwater Quality Offset Rates. The new rate for this scheme will be effective from 15 June 2008.

As a result of annual financial reviews, the contribution rates for Baxter West DS (2323) and Broad Gully DS (4653) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

As a result of annual financial reviews, the contribution rates for Troups Creek West Branch DS (0606), Golf Links Road DS (0629), Cranbourne Central DS (0703), Bowen Road DS (1124), Lathams Road DS (1230), Kinlora DS (2326) and Skeleton Creek South DS (4070) have increased, and will be effective from 15 June 2008. Please note that for some of these schemes a portion of the rise is attributable to the increase in Stormwater Quality Offset Rates.
28-Mar-2008
Amendment 251		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board recently approved the establishment and final rate of Lyndhurst Development Services Scheme (0711). The new rate is effective immediately.
19-Mar-2008
Amendment 250		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Deep Creek South DS (1601) has been extended to include areas now inside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary. The extended scheme has an increased contribution rate, which will be effective in two months.
6-Mar-2008
Amendment 249		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Lathams Road DS (1230) and Lower Carrum Downs DS (1208) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
5-Mar-2008
Amendment 248		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Collard Drive DS (4642) has decreased, and the new rate is effective immediately.

The contribution rate for Derrimut DS (4100) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
7-Feb-2008
Amendment 247		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Greaves Road DS (0624), Lower Carrum Downs DS (1208), Gomms Road DS (2327) and Gorge Road DS (4615) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Rockleigh Park DS (0518), Hallam South DS (0602), Pakenham Creek DS (1604), Eastern Drain DS (1603), Kennedy Creek DS (1604), Koo Wee Rup DS (3821), Point Cook DS (4043), Forsyth Road Drain DS (4077), Steele Creek DS (4230), Findon Creek DS (4535) and Wiltonvale Creek DS (4622) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
6-Feb-2008
Amendment 246		 Scheme Maps The following greenfield schemes have been approved for closure: Heatherton Road / Power Road DS (0204), Essex Park DS (0205), Police Road / Jacksons Road DS (0301), Deviation Road DS (0305), Jells Road / Ferntree Gully Road DS (0306), Lum Road / Jells Road DS (0308), Burwood South DS (0311), Vermont East DS (0313), Stud Road North DS (0317) and Exells DS (0323). All works planned under these schemes are complete, and all expected greenfield development is either complete or will be managed by a replacement redevelopment scheme.
5-Feb-2008
Amendment 245		 Scheme Maps The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Ascot Vale Redevelopment Services Scheme (4223) in the Cities of Melbourne and Moonee Valley. Contributions will be effective from 5 April 2008, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Holmes Road Redevelopment Services Scheme (4225) in the City of Moonee Valley. Contributions will be effective from 5 April 2008, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Aberfeldie Main Drain Redevelopment Services Scheme (4226) in the City of Moonee Valley. Contributions will be effective from 5 April 2008, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Moonga Road Redevelopment Services Scheme (4821) in the City of Stonnington. Contributions will be effective from 5 April 2008, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Lara Street Redevelopment Services Scheme (4822) in the City of Stonnington. Contributions will be effective from 5 April 2008, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Tooronga Road Redevelopment Services Scheme (4823) in the City of Stonnington. Contributions will be effective from 5 April 2008, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Rix Street Redevelopment Services Scheme (4825) in the City of Boroondara. Contributions will be effective from 5 April 2008, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
31-Jan-2008
Amendment 244		 Contribution Rates A preliminary rate has been approved for Harpers Creek DS (6814). The new rate will be effective in two months.
22-Jan-2008
Amendment 243		 Scheme Maps The following greenfield schemes have been approved for closure: Old Joes Creek Upper DS (0401), Old Joes Creek DS (0402), Hampton Park East DS (0603), Narre Warren South DS (0612), Berwick West DS (0617), Cranbourne East DS (0618), Hampton Park West DS (0627), Knowles Road DS (0628), Fairbairn Road DS (0702), Windemere DS (0804), Keysborough DS (1105), Sheltons Drain Diversion DS (1109), Wells Road Extension DS (1201) and Sandgate Avenue DS (1207). All works planned under these schemes are complete, and all expected greenfield development is either complete or will be managed by a replacement redevelopment scheme.
16-Jan-2008
Amendment 242		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Mernda South DS (4634) and Wiltonvale Creek DS (4622) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
6-Dec-2007
Amendment 241		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Ordish Road South DS (0508) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
26-Oct-2007
Amendment 240		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Cheetham Creek DS (4047) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Ballarto Road DS (1202), Baxter East DS (2324), Collision Road DS (2371), Kings Creek DS (2231), Lyndhurst South DS (0704), Pakenham West DS (1507), Sayers Drain DS (4072), Skeleton Creek East DS (4073) and Tarneit Creek DS (4079) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
20-Sep-2007
Amendment 239		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Lollypop Creek DS (7701) has been amended to exclude land now identified as not being part of the scheme catchment area.

The boundary between Mernda South DS (4634) and Mernda Central DS (4635) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
20-Sep-2007
Amendment 238		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Derrimut DS (4100) has decreased, and the new rate is effective immediately.
20-Sep-2007
Amendment 237		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Essex Park Extension DS (0206), Princes Domain DS (0601), Hallam South DS (0602), Baxter West DS (2323), Roxburgh Park (Patullos Lane) DS (4478), Roxburgh Park (Coopers Road) DS (4479) and Roxburgh Park (Craigieburn South) DS (4487) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Steele Creek DS (4230) and Laurimar DS (6001) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
26-Jul-2007
Amendment 236		 Scheme Maps The following greenfield schemes have been approved for closure: East Burwood DS (0310), George Street DS (0901), Coppelia Street DS (0902), Riddell Road DS (0903), Wantirna South DS (0904), Templeton Street DS (0905), Studfield West DS (0906), Sasses Avenue DS (0907), Yarraman
Creek DS (1001) and Mile Creek East Branch DS (1004). All works planned under these schemes are complete, and all expected greenfield development is either complete or will be managed by a replacement redevelopment scheme.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Nunawading Redevelopment Services Scheme (0309) in the Cities of Whitehorse and Monash. Contributions will be effective from 25 September 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Blind Creek Redevelopment Services Scheme (0915) in the City of Knox. Contributions will be effective from 25 September 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Sunshine Redevelopment Services Scheme (4216) in the Cities of Brimbank and Maribyrnong. Contributions will be effective from 25 September 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Ruffeys Creek Redevelopment Services Scheme (4770) in the City of Manningham. Contributions will be effective from 25 September 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the
Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Nautilus Street Redevelopment Services Scheme (4983) in the City of Bayside. Contributions will be effective from 25 September 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Pellatt Street Redevelopment Services Scheme (4986) in the City of Bayside. Contributions will be effective from 25 September 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Marina Road Redevelopment Services Scheme (4990) in the Cities of Bayside and Kingston. Contributions will be effective from 25 September 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
19-Jul-2007
Amendment 235		 Contribution Rates A preliminary rate has been approved for Hogans Road DS (8090). The new rate will be effective in two months.
16-Jul-2007
Amendment 234		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Upper Hendersons Creek DS (4532) and Mernda South DS (4634) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Haileybury DS (1114), Langwarrin South DS (2331), Burgess Street DS (4115) and Mernda North DS (6004) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
26-Jun-2007
Amendment 233		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Edgars Creek DS (4440) has increased, and will be effective in two months time.
20-Jun-2007
Amendment 232		 Agreement Information Melbourne Water has recently completed an industry-supported review of its drainage pipeline refund rates. The new rates are based on recent costs of actual Melbourne Water drainage pipeline projects undertaken by contractors. The review also determined that earthworks rates vary with differences in the geology of the underlying soil, and therefore three geological regions have been identified, with differing pipeline refund rates applying in each.


Drainage Pipeline Refund Tables
4-Jun-2007
Amendment 231		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam Road North DS (0501), Lyndhurst North DS (0705) and Potts Road West DS (1222) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
4-Jun-2007
Amendment 230		 Scheme Maps Bunyip West Development Services Scheme (2883) is a new Greenfield scheme that has been created from part of the existing Bunyip Township Development Services Scheme (2881). Some land to the west of the existing scheme is also included in the new scheme. A Preliminary residential hydraulic contribution rate of $47,283/ha and a Preliminary residential water quality contribution rate of $7,682/ha applies from 4th August 2007.
22-May-2007
Amendment 229		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Monahans Road DS (0701) and Black Flat Road DS (6071) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Hallam Valley DS (0608), O'Neil Road DS (1306), Warrangine DS (2221) and East Moreton DS (4139) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
11-May-2007
Amendment 228		 Contribution Rates A preliminary rate has been approved for Lyndhurst DS (0711). The new rate will be effective in two months.

The contribution rates for Cranbourne Central DS (0703), Upper Boggy Creek DS (1203), Wells Road DS (1210), Little Boggy Creek (1221), Somerville DS (2328) and Mernda Central DS (4635) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Troups Creek West Branch DS (0606), O'Sheas Road DS (0614), Golf Links Road DS (0629), Gartsides North DS (1111), Bowen Road DS (1124), Valley Road DS (1231) and Edrington Park DS (1316) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
23-Mar-2007
Amendment 227		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Berwick South DS (0615), Lathams Road DS (1230) and Broad Gully DS (4653) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Rockleigh Park DS (0518), Crib Point DS (2251), Kinlora DS (2326) and Collard Drive DS (4642) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
22-Mar-2007
Amendment 226		 Scheme Maps Mile Creek West Branch Development Services Scheme (1003) has been approved for closure. All works planned under this scheme are complete and all expected greenfield development is complete.

The Melbourne Water Board has approved the Mile Creek West Redevelopment Services Scheme (1003) in the City of Monash and the City of Greater Dandenong. Contributions will be effective from 20 May 2007, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
20-Mar-2007
Amendment 225		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Officer DS (1315) and Cardinia Road Drain DS (1502) has been amended to reflect changed drainage patterns.
9-Mar-2007
Amendment 224		 Scheme Maps The boundaries between Taylors Creek DS (6529), Wallan Street Drain DS (6535) and Kalkallo Creek DS (6550) have been amended as a result of detailed catchment investigations.
7-Mar-2007
Amendment 223		 Scheme Maps Arnolds Creek Development Services Scheme (8045) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Melton. The new interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000/ha applies in this scheme from 5 May 2007. All developments in this scheme are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment, but in a case where this is not practical, an interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000/ha will also apply.

Toolern Creek Development Services Scheme (8201) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Melton. The new interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000/ha applies in this scheme from 5 May 2007. All developments in this scheme are required to provide 'at source' water quality treatment, but in a case where this is not practical, an interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000/ha will also apply.

Melbourne Water has approved the disaggregation of Laverton Creek DS (4080) into three new Greenfield schemes. Preliminary rates have been approved for Dohertys Drain Development Services Scheme (4088) and Laverton Creek Development Services Scheme (4080) and are effective from 5 May 2007, while the preliminary rate for Kayes Drain Development Services Scheme (4090) is effective immediately.
7-Feb-2007
Amendment 222		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Rowville DS (0303), Fitzgerald Road DS (0607), Greaves Road DS (0624) and Gomms Road DS (2327) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately.
The contribution rates for Koomba Road DS (0314) and Langwarrin DS (1204) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
5-Jan-2007
Amendment 221		 Contribution Rates Blind Creek / Kismet Creek Drainage Scheme (6820) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Hume. The new interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $21,000 and interim residential water quality contribution rate of $11,000 applies in this scheme from 5 March 2007.
5-Jan-2007
Amendment 220		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water is increasing its interim contribution rate for greenfield schemes from $21,000/ha to $32,000/ha (hydraulic component $21,000/ha and water quality component $11,000/ha). This follows an extensive review of the interim contribution rate involving consultation and support from the Drainage Scheme Review Group, which involved a number of industry representatives.

A standard interim contribution rate is applied when work commences on preparation of a new scheme, and applies until either a preliminary rate (forecast final rate) or a final rate is adopted. The interim contribution rate is intended to be 'typical' of the final rates applied in greenfield schemes. The current interim contribution rate has remained unchanged since 1998, and therefore understates the cost of providing drainage infrastructure. The new interim rate is an average of the final rates adopted in recent schemes, and hence provides improved equity between early and late developers. Note that developers should not rely on any interim contribution rate for undertaking development feasibility assessments as catchment specific issues may result in a higher final rate.

This contribution rate rise is effective in two months time, from 5 March 2007.

It is intended that the interim contribution rate will be reviewed on an annual basis in future.

The affected schemes are Lyndhurst DS (0711), Grasmere Creek DS (1302), Abrehart Road DS (1612), Bunyip Township DS (2881), Cherrys Creek DS (4101), Taylors Creek DS (6529), Wallan Street Drain DS (6535), Kalkallo Creek DS (6550), Harpers Creek DS (6814), Lollypop Creek DS (7701), Brookfield DS (8060) and Hogans Road DS (8090).
28-Dec-2006
Amendment 219		 Scheme Maps The western boundary of Lyndhurst North DS (0705) has been amended to exclude areas likely to be serviced by future schemes resulting from recent planning scheme rezonings.
13-Dec-2006
Amendment 218		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Koo Wee Rup DS (3821) has increased, and will be effective in two months.
11-Dec-2006
Amendment 217		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Sayers Road Drain DS (4072), Forsyth Road Drain DS (4077) and Findon Creek DS (4535) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
6-Dec-2006
Amendment 216		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board recently approved the establishment and final rate of Point Cook Drainage Scheme (4043). The new rates are effective immediately.
The boundary of Brookfield DS (8060) has been revised to better reflect expected drainage patterns.
10-Nov-2006
Amendment 215		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Gartsides North DS (1111), Ballarto Road DS (1202), Lower Carrum Downs DS (1208), Pakenham Creek DS (1602), Eastern Drain DS (1603), Kennedy Creek DS (1604), Kings Creek DS (2231) and Skeleton Creek East DS (4073) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
10-Nov-2006
Amendment 214		 Contribution Rates Amendment cancelled - technical issues meant that this amendment duplicates Amendment 213.
10-Nov-2006
Amendment 213		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Lysterfield West DS (0802), Pakenham West DS (1507), Baxter East DS (2324), Skeleton Creek South DS (4070), Tarneit Creek DS (4079) and Doreen DS (4681) have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.
16-Oct-2006
Amendment 212		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Ti-Tree Creek DS (0619) and Collison Road DS (2371) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
The boundary between Eastern Drain DS (1603) and Abrehart Road DS (1612) has been amended to reflect drainage pattern.
10-Oct-2006
Amendment 211		 General Important Changes to Stormwater Quality Requirements for Residential Subdivisions

On 9 October 2006, the new Sustainable Neighbourhoods Provisions (Clause 56 - Residential Subdivisions) came into effect (http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/planning/).

The new provisions require that the urban stormwater management system 'must be designed to meet the current best practice performance objectives for stormwater quality, as contained in the Urban Stormwater Best Practice Environmental Management Guidelines' (Clause 56.07-4).

Within the Port Phillip and Westernport catchments it may be possible to satisfy the water quality requirements in Clause 56 through a financial contribution towards regional works (stormwater quality offsets). These offsets may be available for developments which are located inside a greenfield scheme which provides stormwater quality works and for smaller developments outside of schemes (less than 1 ha). Councils, as the Responsible Authority for implementing Clause 56 will determine whether a development may satisfy the stormwater quality objectives through offsets.

Where the Responsible Authority wishes to grant a developer the option of an offset, an application should be made to Melbourne Water in the prescribed form. The application form must be completed in full, including endorsement by the Responsible Authority of the performance standard that is to be achieved through offsets.

Current arrangements still apply for industrial and commercial developments referred to Melbourne Water. The revised Stormwater Offsets fact sheet outlines requirements placed on different development types and the availability of offsets. Further information is also available on Melbourne Water's WSUD web site wsud.melbournewater.com.au.
14-Sep-2006
Amendment 210		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Mernda South DS (4634) and Mernda Central DS (4635) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
29-Aug-2006
Amendment 209		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Upper Hendersons DS (4532) has been extended to include a portion of land between Plenty Road and the dismantled railway line.
29-Aug-2006
Amendment 208		 Contribution Rates Taylors Creek Drainage Scheme (6529) and Wallan Street Drain Drainage Scheme (6535) are new Greenfield schemes in the Shire of Mitchell, Kalkallo Creek Drainage Scheme (6550) is a new Greenfield scheme which lies in the Shire of Mitchell and the City of Hume, and Brookfield DS (8060) is a new Greenfield scheme in the Shire of Melton. An Interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $14,700 and an Interim residential water quality contribution rate of $6,300 applies in each of these schemes from 28 October 2006.
16-Aug-2006
Amendment 207		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board recently approved the establishment and final rate of Wiltonvale Creek Drainage Scheme (4622). The new rates are effective immediately.
20-Jul-2006
Amendment 206		 General Lollypop Creek Drainage Scheme has been re-numbered from 4010 to 7701. This change is for administrative reasons only.
20-Jul-2006
Amendment 205		 Contribution Rates Jones Creek DS (4131) in the City of Brimbank has been converted to a Redevelopment Drainage Scheme. As the scheme is now primarily existing development it has been assessed that it should be administered as redevelopment scheme. Note that any remaining greenfield development will contribute using the redevelopment scheme contribution calculation method. The conversion is effective immediately, and contributions can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link. Any questions may be directed to Adam Dunn on 9235 2192.
17-Jul-2006
Amendment 204		 Contribution Rates Hogans Road Drainage Scheme (8090) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Wyndham. An Interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $14,700 and an Interim residential water quality contribution rate of $6,300 applies from 17 September 2006.
14-Jul-2006
Amendment 203		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Princes Domain DS (0601), Hallam Valley Contour Drain Remodelling (0621), Monahans Road DS (0701), Somerville DS (2328), East Moreton DS (4115), Upper Hendersons Creek DS (4532) and Mernda North DS (6004) have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.
14-Jul-2006
Amendment 202		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Essex Park Extension DS (0206), Hallam North Road DS (0501), Hallam Valley DS (0608), Potts Road West DS (1222), O'Neil Road DS (1306), Valley Road DS (1231), Warrangine Creek DS (2221), Langwarrin South DS (2331), and Laurimar DS (6001) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
4-Jul-2006
Amendment 201		 General Cherrys Creek Drainage Scheme has been re-numbered from 4100A to 4101. This change is for administrative reasons only.
4-Jul-2006
Amendment 200		 Scheme Maps The boundary between East Moreton DS (4139) and Stony Hill Creek DS (4141) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
6-Jun-2006
Amendment 199		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has recently approved the Paisley Drain Redevelopment Drainage Scheme (4190) in the City of Hobson's Bay. Contributions will be effective from August 2nd 2006, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
11-May-2006
Amendment 198		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Skeleton Creek East DS (4073) and Forsyth Road Drain DS (4077) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
10-May-2006
Amendment 197		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has recently approved the Merlynston Main Drain Redevelopment Drainage Scheme (4450) in the City of Moreland. Contributions will be effective from July 8th 2006, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
20-Apr-2006
Amendment 196		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Eastern Drain DS (1603), Kennedy Creek DS (1604), Crib Point DS (2251), Kinlora DS (2326), Gomms Road DS (2327), Koo Wee Rup DS (3821), Stony Hill Creek DS (4141), Mernda Central DS (4635) and Black Flat Road DS (6071) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
20-Apr-2006
Amendment 195		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Berwick South DS (0615), Baxter West DS (2323), Burgess Street DS (4115) and Gorge Road DS (4615) have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.
The contribution rates for Bowen Road DS (1124), Lower Carrum Downs DS (1208) and Pakenham Creek DS (1602) have increased, and will be effective in two months.
18-Apr-2006
Amendment 194		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Jells Road South DS (0304) and Jacksons Road North DS (0302) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
11-Apr-2006
Amendment 193		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has recently approved the Melville Main Drain Redevelopment Drainage Scheme (4320) in the City of Moreland. Contributions will be effective from June 10th 2006, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
6-Apr-2006
Amendment 192		 Contribution Rates Harpers Creek Drainage Scheme (6814) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Hume. An Interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $14,700 and an Interim residential water quality contribution rate of $6,300 applies from 6 June 2006.
23-Mar-2006
Amendment 191		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Golf Links Road DS (0629) has increased, and will be effective in two months. The contribution rates for Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategy - Patullos Lane (4478), Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategy - Coopers Road (4479), Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategy -Craigieburn South (4487), and Edrington Park DS (1316) have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.
20-Mar-2006
Amendment 190		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Upper Boggy Creek DS (1203) and Langwarrin South DS (2231) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
2-Mar-2006
Amendment 189		 General For internal reporting purposes only, a number of stormwater quality offset localities have been divided into 'Port Phillip' and 'Western Port' catchment areas. The affected localities are Cardinia City, Casey City, Frankston City, Mornington Peninsula City, and Yarra Ranges Shire. There is no change in rates - the same rates apply in both catchment portions.
1-Mar-2006
Amendment 188		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has recently approved the Murrumbeena Main Drain Redevelopment Drainage Scheme (4850). Contributions will be effective from May 1st, 2006, and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

28-Feb-2006
Amendment 187		 General The LDM update notification emailed on 8 Feb 2006 included a rate change to Langwarrin DS (1204). In error a reference was also made to Langwarrin South DS (2331). Melbourne Water wishes to advise the rate change is applicable to Langwarrin DS (1204) only.
8-Feb-2006
Amendment 186		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Upper Boggy Creek DS (1203), Wells Road DS (1210), Little Boggy Creek DS (1221) and Latham's Road DS (1230) have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.

The contribution rates for Koomba Road DS (0314), Rockleigh Park DS (0518), O'Shea's Road DS (0614), Langwarrin DS (1204), Collard Drive DS (4642) and Broad Gully DS (4653) have increased, and the new rates will be effective in two months.

31-Jan-2006
Amendment 185		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Aitken Creek Drainage Scheme (4480) and Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategy - Patullos Lane Catchment (4478) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
20-Jan-2006
Amendment 184		 Contribution Rates Lollypop Creek Drainage Scheme (4010) is a new Greenfield scheme in the City of Wyndham. An Interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $14,700 and an Interim residential water quality contribution rate of $6,300 applies from 19 March 2006.
5-Jan-2006
Amendment 183		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Greaves Road DS (0624) has decreased and is effective immediately.
4-Jan-2006
Amendment 182		 General As part of Melbourne Water's commitment to improvement, the Land Development Manual web site has recently been updated to improve the printability of all pages, remove all frames and allow correct bookmarking of pages, remove the need for a login and to allow users to register for the amendment email notification service and remove their name from this service as required.
As part of this update, the previous 'favourites' feature has been discontinued.
23-Dec-2005
Amendment 181		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has recently approved four new Redevelopment Drainage Schemes (RDS). These schemes are Footscray Main Drain RDS (4221) in the City of Maribyrnong, Prahran Main Drain RDS (4811) and Canberra Road Drain RDS (4816) in the City of Stonnington, and Heatherton Main Drain RDS (5002) in the City of Kingston. Note that Heatherton Main Drain RDS supersedes the Argus Street Main Drain RDS (5011). Contributions will be effective from 22 February, 2006 and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
12-Dec-2005
Amendment 180		 Scheme Maps Cherry's Creek Drainage Scheme (4100A) is a new Greenfield scheme located to the south of the existing Derrimut Drainage Scheme. An Interim residential hydraulic contribution rate of $14,700 and an Interim residential water quality contribution rate of $6,300 apply from 12-Feb-2006.

The boundary of Maidstone-Braybrook RDS (4245) has been amended to remove areas identified as not contributing to the scheme.
29-Nov-2005
Amendment 179		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Troups Creek West DS (0606) has increased, and the new rate will be effective in two months. The contribution rates for Rowville DS (0303), Hallam South DS (0602) and Fitzgerald Road DS (0607) have decreased, and the new rates are effective immediately
21-Nov-2005
Amendment 178		 General As of 18 November Melbourne Water's responsibilities for floodplain, regional drainage and waterway management have been extended to cover the majority of the Port Phillip and Westernport catchment, as indicated in the map below.


The boundary extension was approved by the Minister for Water and published in a special edition of the Victorian Government Gazette (#224).

Melbourne Water has been working with the Councils in the new areas to prepare for the handover of these management responsibilities and has also created a new "Rivers and Drainage" group to provide an ongoing single point for focused delivery of these services. We look forward to working with developers and consultants in this new region.

In the case of new subdivisions and developments, Melbourne Water will be the referral authority (through local councils). As the referral authority, we will work with applicants to ensure proposed developments meet current standards for drainage. This is a consultative process to help applicants plan and develop properties, buildings and structures so they are safe from flooding without compromising the safety of other properties, and do not adversely impact upon waterway environments.
14-Nov-2005
Amendment 177		 Contribution Rates Preliminary rates have been approved for Officer DS (1315) and Cardinia Road Drain DS (1502). The new rates are effective from 14th January, 2006.
4-Nov-2005
Amendment 176		 Contribution Rates Homestead Road Extension Drainage Scheme (0631) is a new Greenfield scheme that has been created from part of the existing Homestead Road Drainage Scheme (0613). A Preliminary residential hydraulic contribution rate of $94,770/ha and a Preliminary residential water quality contribution rate of $7,356/ha applies from 4th January 2006. Note that no Residential High-Density rate applies in the new scheme.

Works proposed as a part of the new scheme will also provide best-practice water quality treatment in the existing Homestead Road (0613) and O'Sheas Road (0614) Drainage Schemes. As a result, the contribution rates in these two schemes have been amended. Homestead Road DS (0613) has an increased water quality rate which will apply from 4th January 2006, while the water quality rate in O'Sheas Road DS (0614) has decreased and will apply immediately.
26-Oct-2005
Amendment 175		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Derrimut DS (4100) and Steele Creek DS (4230) have increased, and the new rates will be effective in two months. The contribution rate for Baxter East DS (2324) has decreased, and the new rate is effective immediately.
6-Oct-2005
Amendment 174		 Contribution Rates A preliminary rate has been approved for Point Cook DS (4043). The new rates are effective from 6th December, 2005.

For Pakenham West DS (1507), Collison Road DS (2371) and Lysterfield West DS (0802) contribution rates have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.

For Kings Creek DS (2231), Ballarto Road DS (1202) and Narre Warren Township DS (0611) contribution rates have increased, and these rates will be effective from 6th December, 2005.
7-Sep-2005
Amendment 173		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Valley Road DS (1231) and O'Neil Road DS (1306) have increased, and the new rates will be effective in two months. The contribution rate for Ti-Tree Creek DS (0619) has decreased, and the new rate is effective immediately.
2-Sep-2005
Amendment 172		 Scheme Maps The boundaries between Homestead Road Drainage Scheme (0613) and O'Sheas Road Drainage Scheme (0614), and between Lower Carrum Downs Drainage Scheme (1208) and Upper Carrum Downs Drainage Scheme (1209) have been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
2-Sep-2005
Amendment 171		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam North Road DS (0501) and Hallam Valley DS (0608) have increased, and the new rates will be effective in two months.
2-Sep-2005
Amendment 170		 Contribution Rates The contribution rates for Hallam North Road DS (0501) and Hallam Valley DS (0608) have increased, and the new rates will be effective in two months.
1-Sep-2005
Amendment 169		 General The new Stormwater Quality Offset Strategy that was advertised on the 1st of July is now effective. The strategy has established a water quality rate and allows for reductions in contributions where developers implement water sensitive urban design within the development.

To clarify notice on the 30th June water quality and hydraulic contributions will apply to all identified scheme properties.
26-Aug-2005
Amendment 168		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has approved the establishment of five new drainage schemes, which are parts of Area 3 of the former Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme. The new contribution rates for Skeleton Creek South DS (4070), Skeleton Creek East DS (4073) and Tarneit Creek DS (4079) are effective immediately. The new contribution rates for Sayers Drain DS (4072) and Forsyth Road Drain DS (4077) are applicable from October 26th, 2005.

The remaining portion of Area 3 is now known as Laverton RAAF DS (4077A). Area 1 is now known as Skeleton Creek Area 1 DS (4070A). Area 2 is now known as Skeleton Creek Area 2 DS (4074). Existing contribution rates will continue to apply in these schemes, but a stormwater quality offset rate will be introduced from 26th October, 2005.

Note that the northern portion of the former Skeleton Creek DS (i.e. north of Leakes Road) is no longer part of any Greenfield drainage scheme as it is outside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary, but the Wyndham stormwater quality offset rate applies in this area from 1 September 2005.
12-Aug-2005
Amendment 167		 Scheme Maps The boundaries of Officer Drainage Scheme (1315) and Cardinia Road Drainage Scheme (1502) have been amended to reflect drainage patterns, including removal of land set aside for the Pakenham Bypass.
8-Aug-2005
Amendment 166		 General Changes to Consultants Design Fees

Melbourne Water has revised the reimbursement calculation for consultants design fees. The amendment generally increases payments made for design work and follows consultation with the Association of Land Development Engineers (ALDE) and the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA).

Key points on the new fee scale are:

  • The middle line graph in the Association of Consulting Engineers Australia (ACEA) percentage fee scale has been adopted. This line represents work of average complexity which more accurately reflects current design standards.

  • A fixed percentage fee of 25% applies to projects of less than $20,000 in value

  • A sliding fee scale applies for projects up to $1 million

  • A negotiated fee applies for projects around or above $1 million (mutually agreeable to both parties)

  • Reimbursements will not be split into separate civil and landscaping works


The new arrangements are effective from 1 August 2005 and extend to all current offers (issued prior to 1 August 2005) where acceptances are yet to be received by Melbourne Water. Offers accepted prior to 1 August 2005 are not covered by the new arrangements.
28-Jul-2005
Amendment 165		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board has recently approved two new Redevelopment Drainage Schemes (RDS). These schemes are Blackburn RDS (4893) in the City of Whitehorse and Nellie Street Main Drain RDS (4099) in the City of Hobson's Bay. Contributions will be effective from 28 September 2005 and can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.

The Melbourne Water Board has also recently approved the change of Box Hill North RDS (4741) to the new rate calculation model, based on change in average lot size. This method of calculation is effective immediately, and contributions can be calculated by visiting the Contributions section and clicking on the 'Calculator' link.
19-Jul-2005
Amendment 164		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Upper Hendersons Creek DS (4532) has gone down, and this rate change is effective immediately. The contribution rate for Findon Creek DS (4535) has increased, and the new rate will be effective in two months.
19-Jul-2005
Amendment 163		 Contribution Rates Wiltonvale Creek Drainage Scheme (4622) is a new Greenfield scheme located to the south of the recently adopted Mernda South Drainage Scheme. A Preliminary residential hydraulic contribution rate of $29,790 and a Preliminary residential water quality contribution rate of $17,938 applies from 19 September 2005.
12-Jul-2005
Amendment 162		 General Melbourne Water is amending its Interim Low Density Residential contribution rate from $12,000/ha to $15,750/ha, which is the Interim Standard Residential rate of $21,000 multiplied by 0.75. This is consistent with the Contributions Policy of the Land Development Manual. The new Interim Low Density Residential rate will take effect in schemes where Interim rates apply from 13 September 2005.
12-Jul-2005
Amendment 161		 General Following recent enquiries, Melbourne Water confirms that it no longer collects contributions from councils for existing roads and reserves in drainage schemes, consistent with the Principles of Creating Drainage Schemes, a stakeholder-endorsed set of 16 principles to guide the preparation and review of drainage schemes. Councils which have been involved in such arrangements with Melbourne Water are advised to check and update their records accordingly.
8-Jul-2005
Amendment 160		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Point Cook Drainage Scheme (4043) and Cheetham Creek Drainage Scheme (4047) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns, and the boundaries of both schemes have been amended to exclude land outside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary.

The eastern boundary of Findon Creek Drainage Scheme (4535) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.

30-Jun-2005
Amendment 159		 General Changes to Developer Charges
ESC Price Determination for 2005/06 to 2007/08
The ESC is the independent economic regulator established by the State Government of Victoria to regulate prescribed essential utility services supplied by the electricity, gas, water, ports, grain handling and rail freight industries and aspects of the insurance industry. The Commission took on responsibility for regulating the Victorian water industry from 1 January 2004.
The first price determination for residential and non-residential water, sewer and drainage services for customers in metropolitan Melbourne and most of regional Victoria was released in June 2005 and covers the period 2005/06 to 2007/08.
The ESC has determined that the pre-tax real discount rate used to convert future cash flows into present value terms, for calculating developer charges, shall change to 5.2%, replacing the current 8.2%.
This application of the new discount rate has been limited to active drainage schemes in economic balance at current contribution rates. The new discount rate has affected scheme per hectare charges by up to +/-10 per cent. 2 months notice will apply for rate increases, rate decreases will be effective immediately.

Corridor Charges and Process Cost Recovery fees discontinued
As previously advised, Corridor contributions will be discontinued from 1 July 2005. The following Process Cost Recovery fees will also be discontinued from the same date in order to reduce transaction costs and improve service efficiency :

  • Non Works Offer Application fee ($75)

  • Works Offer Application fee ($100-$300)

  • Works Offer Acceptance fee ($2,200)


Notice of changes to Greenfield Drainage Scheme Contributions for developments < 0.4 ha
In the interests of efficiency gains developments less than 0.4 ha in Greenfield Drainage Schemes referred to Melbourne Water as of 1st September 2005 will no longer be required to pay contribution rates.

Stormwater Quality Offset Strategy
The Melbourne Water Board have approved the introduction of a Stormwater Quality Offset Strategy to consistently and equitably apply water quality standards to all urban development inside and outside of drainage schemes.

The strategy provides a mechanism for developers who cannot meet stormwater quality standards for their development to pay an offset to Melbourne Water who will provide treatment elsewhere in the catchment.

In drainage schemes, where adequate water quality measures have not previously been planned, the water quality component of the contribution will be increased. Increases have been capped at 25% or $4000/ha. Outside of greenfield drainage schemes and in redevelopment schemes, a general area water quality rate will apply. This general area water quality rate will replace corridor charges.

All new rates have been published in the contributions section of the LDM and will be effective from 1st September 2005. Further information on the offset strategy and the ability to reduce water quality contributions can be found in the LDM and the Stormwater Quality Offset Fact Sheet (115kb PDF Document).

Redevelopment Drainage Schemes
The Melbourne Water Board has recently approved two Redevelopment Drainage Schemes (RDS). These Schemes are Fulton Rd RDS in the City of Whitehorse and Maidstone-Braybrook RDS in the City of Maribyrnong.
Redevelopment Drainage Schemes ensure that redevelopment of a catchment does not result in the existing level of drainage service being diminished. Works are sized to cater for the increased runoff resulting from denser urban development. The cost of these works is apportioned back to those who develop.
Contributions will be applicable from 1 September 2005 and can be calculated by visiting the Land Development Manual (LDM) contributions sections and clicking on the "calculate" link.
29-Jun-2005
Amendment 157		 General Pending a detailed rewriting of the Manual (underway), information relating to Melbourne Water's transition from the Australian Map Grid (AMG) coordinate system to the international GDA94 System has been included in the "Technical Guidelines and Requirements" part of the manual (As-Constructed Survey Requirements). All projects commenced after July 18, 2005 will have a requirement for any spatial data provided to be provided in GDA94 MGA55.
16-Jun-2005
Amendment 156		 Agreement Information Information relating to drainage scheme component rates has been included in the "Agreement Information" section of the manual (Contributions). The rates will form the basis for determining developer contribution rates for drainage schemes.
31-May-2005
Amendment 155		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board recently approved the establishment and final rate of Doreen Drainage Scheme (4681). The new rates are effective from July 30. The Melbourne Water Board also approved the establishment and final rates of Mernda South Drainage Scheme (4634) and Mernda North Drainage Scheme (6004). The new rates for these schemes are effective immediately.
25-May-2005
Amendment 154		 Contribution Rates For Kinlora Drainage Scheme (DS 2326), McGregor Road Drainage Scheme (DS 1501) and Rockleigh Park Drainage Scheme (DS 0518) contribution rates have increased, and these rates will be effective in two months.
25-May-2005
Amendment 153		 Contribution Rates For Bowen Road Drainage Scheme (DS 1124), Broad Gully Drainage Scheme (DS 4653), Crib Point Drainage Scheme (DS 2251), Edrington Park Drainage Scheme (DS 1316) and Golf Links Road Drainage Scheme (DS 0629) contribution rates have increased, and these rates will be effective in two months.
25-May-2005
Amendment 152		 Contribution Rates For Baxter West Drainage Scheme (DS 2323), Black Flat Road Drainage Scheme (DS 6071), Cranbourne Central Drainage Scheme (DS 0703), East Moreton Drainage Scheme (DS 4139), Jells Road South Drainage Scheme (DS 0304) and Lathams Road Drainage Scheme (DS 1230) contribution rates have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.
16-May-2005
Amendment 151		 General As from 1 July 2005, corridor contributions will be discontinued. If you have received or do receive a corridor offer dated 1 April 2005 or later, you may choose to defer your acceptance of this offer until after 30 June 2005, in which case no payment of corridor contributions will be required. Scheme contributions will continue.
18-Apr-2005
Amendment 150		 Contribution Rates Argus Street Drain Redevelopment Scheme (5011) is a new redevelopment scheme located in Cheltenham, in the area bounded by Nepean Hwy, Keys Rd, Warrigal Rd and Centre Dandenong Rd. A preliminary residential contribution rate of $35,086 applies from 18 June 2005.
22-Feb-2005
Amendment 149		 General Carrum Lowlands North Drainage Scheme (DS 1101) and Carrum Lowland South Drainage Scheme (DS 0103) have been merged into a single scheme to create Carrum Lowlands Drainage Scheme (DS 1101). The change is for administrative reasons only, and there are no changes to contribution rates as a result of this amendment.
17-Feb-2005
Amendment 148		 Contribution Rates For Somerville Drainage Scheme (DS 2328), Collard Drive Drainage Scheme (DS 4642) and Hallam Valley Contour Drain Remodelling Drainage Scheme (DS 0621) rates have gone down, and the new rates are effective immediately.
For Homestead Road Drainage Scheme (DS 0613) rates have increased, and these rates will be effective in two months.
21-Jan-2005
Amendment 147		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board recently approved the establishment and final rate of the Findon Creek DS (4535). The new rates are $30,448 per hectare for residential properties and $45,672 per hectare for industrial/commercial development, effective immediately.
The Melbourne Water Board also approved the establishment and final rate of the Mernda Central DS (4635). The new rates are $34,400 per hectare for residential properties and $51,600 per hectare for industrial/commercial development, effective immediately.
13-Jan-2005
Amendment 146		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Point Cook Drainage Scheme (DS4043) has been amended to exclude land outside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary.
13-Jan-2005
Amendment 145		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for Haileybury DS (1114) has gone down, and this rate
change is effective immediately.
13-Jan-2005
Amendment 144		 Contribution Rates Langwarrin DS (1204), Lyndhurst South DS (0704), Troups Creek East Branch DS (0610) and Warrangine DS (2221) contribution rates have increased, and these rates will be effective in two months.
13-Jan-2005
Amendment 143		 Contribution Rates Stony Hill Creek DS (4141), Upper Boggy Creek DS (1203) and Wells Road DS (1210) contribution rates have gone down, and these rates are effective immediately.
13-Jan-2005
Amendment 142		 Contribution Rates Fitzgerald Road DS (0607), Gorge Road DS (4615), Laurimar DS (6001),
Little Boggy Creek DS (1221), Monahans Road Drainage Scheme (DS 0701),
Steele Creek DS (4230) contribution rates have gone down, and these
rates are effective immediately.
13-Jan-2005
Amendment 141		 Scheme Maps The boundary of Point Cook Drainage Scheme (DS4043) has been amended to exclude land outside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary.
27-Oct-2004
Amendment 140		 Scheme Maps The boundary between Ordish Road North Drainage Scheme (DS201) and Dandenong South Drainage Scheme (DS509) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns.
29-Sep-2004
Amendment 139		 Contribution Rates For Roxburgh Park Strategy (NO DADS) Craigieburn South Drainage Catchment (DS 4487), Roxburgh Park Strategy (NO DADS) Coopers Road Drainage Catchment (DS 4479) and Roxburgh Park Strategy (NO DADS) Patullos Lane Drainage Catchment (DS 4478) rates have gone down, and these rates are effective immediately.
29-Sep-2004
Amendment 138		 Contribution Rates For Cheetham Drainage Scheme (DS 4047), Gomms Road Drainage Scheme (DS 2327), Koo Wee Rup Drainage Scheme (DS 3821) and Langwarrin South Drainage Scheme (DS 2331) rates have gone down, and these rates are effective immediately.
For Berwick South Drainage Scheme (DS 615) rates have increased, and these rates will be effective in two months.
29-Sep-2004
Amendment 137		 Scheme Maps The northern boundary of Findon Creek DS (4535) has been amended to exclude land outside the 2030 Urban Growth Boundary.
22-Sep-2004
Amendment 136		 Contribution Rates For Gartsides North Drainage Scheme (DS 1111), the contribution rates will increase in two months time.
6-Sep-2004
Amendment 135		 Agreement Information A recent review of drainage pipeline contracts has enabled the pipeline refund rates in the Agreement Information part of the manual to be updated, for the first time since 1998. The reimbursement rates have been altered to reflect current tender prices for different pipe jointing systems and backfill requirements.

The link in the previous email notification was incorrect. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.
6-Sep-2004
Amendment 134		 Agreement Information A recent review of drainage pipeline contracts has enabled the pipeline refund rates in the Agreement Information part of the manual to be updated, for the first time since 1998. The reimbursement rates have been altered to reflect current tender prices for different pipe jointing systems and backfill requirements.
24-Aug-2004
Amendment 133		 Contribution Rates For Baxter West Drainage Scheme (DS 2323) and Lysterfield West Drainage Scheme (DS 802) rates have gone down, and these rates are effective immediately.
For Hallam North Road Drainage Scheme (DS 501) rates have increased, and these rates will be effective in two months.
20-Aug-2004
Amendment 132		 Contribution Rates For Ballarto Road Drainage Scheme (DS 1202), Essex Park Extension Drainage Scheme (DS 206), Hallam Valley Drainage Scheme (DS 608), Kings Creek Drainage Scheme (DS 2231), Koomba Road Drainage Scheme (DS 314) and Narre Warren Township Drainage Scheme (DS 611) the contribution rates will increase in two months time.
20-Aug-2004
Amendment 131		 Contribution Rates For Braeside South Drainage scheme (DS 1128), Greaves Road Drainage Scheme (DS 624), Rowville Drainage Scheme (DS 303) and Lower Carrum Downs Drainage Scheme (DS 1208) the contribution rates have gone down. The new rates apply immediately.
9-Aug-2004
Amendment 130		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has completed a review of active drainage schemes (DS).

For O’Shea’s Road DS (614), Pakenham Creek DS (1602), South Morang DS (Formerly Heaths Court DS – 4628), Troups Creek West Branch DS (606), and Valley Road DS (1231) the contribution rates will increase in two months time.
9-Aug-2004
Amendment 129		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has completed a review of active drainage schemes (DS).

For Collison Road DS (2371), Derrimut DS (4100), Eastern Drain DS (1603), Kennedy Creek DS (1604), McGregor Road DS (1501) and O’Neil Road DS (1306) the contribution rates will increase in two months time.
9-Aug-2004
Amendment 128		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has completed a review of active drainage schemes (DS).

For Baxter East DS (2324), Hallam South DS (602) and Upper Henderson Creek DS (4532) the drainage rates have gone down. The new rates apply immediately.
4-Aug-2004
Amendment 127		 General With assistance from Melbourne Water and the Environmental Protection Authority, the City of Casey, and the Shires of Cardinia and Mornington Peninsula have developed a "Site Environmental Management Plan" (Site EMP) to identify the environmental risks applicable to a given site, the likelihood and consequence of these risks, and appropriate measures to manage the risks. It is intended that the Site EMP will become a standard document used widely by the development industry to identify and manage environmental risks.

The LDM website has been upgraded. By clicking on the "Site Management Plans" icon in the navigation toolbox on the home page (left hand side, between the "maps" and "contribution rates" icons), access is obtained to detailed guidance notes (designed to be printed in A4 size) together with a template suitable for a A1 size plan.
22-Jun-2004
Amendment 126		 General Melbourne Water has made minor amendments to the Land Development Manual,
pending a more detailed review that is currently underway. The Introduction Section has been changed to include links to information on Water Sensitive Urban Design and Drainage Scheme Principles, which are useful supplements to the manual.
17-Jun-2004
Amendment 125		 Contribution Rates Mernda DS (6004) has been divided into three schemes and preliminary residential rates have been approved for each. Mernda North DS (6004) has a new rate of $62,000, Mernda Central DS (4635) has a new rate of $44,000, and Mernda South DS (4634) has a new rate of $67,000. These new rates are applicable from 17th August, 2004. Please check the website maps to see the boundaries of the schemes. Any questions may be directed to Adam Dunn on 9235 2192.
4-Jun-2004
Amendment 124		 Scheme Maps Melbourne Water has exempted a part of a drainage scheme from rates and has modified scheme boundaries for a further three drainage schemes.

The boundary between Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme (4070) and Cheetham Creek Drainage Scheme (4047) has been amended to reflect drainage patterns. The southern portions of Willowgreen and Waterhaven Estates are now part of the Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme, consistent with the direction of drainage. No contribution rates will be charged for the portion of Boardwalk Estate within Cheetham Creek Drainage Scheme (4047). Works are being constructed in lieu of contributions for this part of the scheme.
The boundary of Deep Creek South Drainage Scheme (1601) has been amended. Land to the south-west that is being rezoned for development is now included in the scheme.
4-Jun-2004
Amendment 123		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has completed a review of five active drainage schemes.

For Deep Creek South Drainage Scheme (1601), the current contribution rates are $22,770 per hectare for residential development and $34,155 per hectare for industrial development. They will increase to $25,047 per hectare for residential development and $37,571 per hectare for industrial development in two months time.

For Lyndhurst North Drainage Scheme (705) the current contribution rates are $31,206 per hectare for residential development and $46,809 per hectare for industrial development. They will increase to $34,327 per hectare for residential development and $51,491 per hectare for industrial development in two months time.

For Pakenham West Drainage Scheme (1507) the applicable rates are now $19,189 per hectare for residential development and $28,784 per hectare for industrial development. Previously the rates were $19,344 per hectare and $29,016 per hectare respectively.

For Rockleigh Park Drainage Scheme (518) the current contribution rates of $8,691 per hectare for low-density residential development will increase to $9,417 per hectare in two months time.

For Ti-Tree Creek Drainage Scheme (619) the applicable rates are now $22,879 per hectare for residential development and $34,319 per hectare for industrial development. Previously the rates were $23,367 per hectare and $35,050 per hectare respectively.
21-May-2004
Amendment 122		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water has completed a review of 5 active drainage schemes.
For East Moreton DS, the current contribution rates are $32,518 per hectare for residential development and $48,777 per hectare for industrial development. They will increase to $34,312 per hectare for residential development and $51,468 per hectare for industrial development in two months time.
For Edrington Park DS the applicable rate is now $20,412 per hectare for residential development and $30,618 per hectare for industrial development. Previously the rates were $22,408 per hectare and $33,612 per hectare respectively.
For Burgess Street DS the applicable rate for industrial/commercial development is now $30,944 per hectare. Previously it was $34,438 per hectare.
For Lathams Road DS the applicable rates are now $13,523 per hectare for residential development and $20,285 per hectare for industrial development. Previously the rates were $13,576 per hectare and $20,364 per hectare respectively.
For Blackflat Road DS the applicable rates are $34,367 per hectare for residential development less than or equal to 4,000 square metres and $25,755 per hectare for residential development greater than 4,000 square metres. Previously the rates were $36,288 per hectare and $27,216 per hectare respectively.
6-Apr-2004
Amendment 121		 Contribution Rates Deleted
6-Apr-2004
Amendment 120		 Contribution Rates Deleted
6-Apr-2004
Amendment 119		 Contribution Rates Deleted
6-Apr-2004
Amendment 118		 Contribution Rates Deleted
6-Apr-2004
Amendment 117		 Contribution Rates Deleted
6-Apr-2004
Amendment 116		 Contribution Rates The residential contribution rate for the Broad Gully Drainage Scheme has been amended due to the discovery of a typographical error. The change has immediate effect. The new rate replaces the old rate of $27,171 per hectare.
If any developers feel that this correction raises particular issues for them, they should contact Melbourne Water to discuss further.
12-Feb-2004
Amendment 115		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board recently approved the establishment and final rate of the Broad Gully Drainage Scheme (4653). The new rates are $27,171 per hectare for residential properties and $41,566 per hectare for industrial development, effective 4 April 2004.

A change has also been made to contribution rates for Collard Drive Drainage Scheme (4642). Low density residential rates have been removed, standard residential density rates have been lowered to $16,649 per hectare and industrial rates have been lowered to $24,973 per hectare, effective immediately.
3-Nov-2003
Amendment 114		 Scheme Maps Cardinia Road Drainage Scheme (1502) is a new scheme being prepared for approximately 600ha of land between Officer and Pakenham. The catchment is generally centred on Cardinia Road between the ridge just to the north of the Princes Highway, south to the proposed Princes Freeway. The land has been identified as a proposed development area. Interim contribution rates now apply. Any questions may be directed to Keith Boniface on 9235 2245.
15-Oct-2003
Amendment 113		 General Melbourne Water advises that recent emails advising of changes to the LDM contain a gap between amendment numbers 102 and 110. No messages are associated with the missing numbers, which were required for internal administration purposes.
14-Oct-2003
Amendment 112		 Contribution Rates The Melbourne Water Board recently approved the establishment and final rate for the Haileybury Drainage Scheme that will become effective on 15 December 2003. This final rate will again be reviewed once tenders are received for the remodelling of the Edithvale Road Drain works.
Lyndhurst Drainage Scheme (711) is a new scheme being prepared for approximately 460ha of land generally bound by Cranbourne Railway Line to the east, Dandenong-Hastings Rd to the west, and Breens Rd to the south. The land has been identified as a proposed development area. Interim contribution rates now apply. Any questions may be directed to Keith Boniface on 9235 2245.
A periodic review of the Pakenham West Drainage Scheme was recently completed with the reduced rate being effective immediately. The scheme boundary through the Lakeside at Pakenham Estate has also been adjusted.
14-Oct-2003
Amendment 111		 General Enhanced drainage scheme map navigation and resolution features

User feedback is an important source of input to ongoing enhancements to the Land Development web site.

The Drainage scheme area maps form a key feature of the web site.

Subscribers using the scheme map feature have reported a number of shortcomings when ascertaining if their development lies within a drainage scheme (or corridor) and what the applicable contribution rates are. Problems included poor picture resolution and a hit and miss method of drilling down through the three layer map base.

The maps and navigation tools have now been enhanced. Maps may now be accessed via key maps overlaid with a Melway page grid with major roads labelled. Alternatively a drop down list of Melway pages appears on the key maps or a subscriber can access the maps via a short cut key from the contribution rates table. The scheme maps are also clearer and faster loading.
22-Aug-2003
Amendment 101		 Scheme Maps This notification supersedes Amendment 100 of 20/8/2003.

Point Cook Drainage Scheme is a new scheme being prepared for approximately 1010 hectares of land generally bound by Point Cook Road to the east, Princes Highway to the north, Hoppers Lane to the west, and sneydes Road to the south. The land has been identified as a proposed Development area. Further details of the scheme can be obtained by contacting YC Chia on ph 9235 2187.

Melbourne Water apologies for any inconvenience caused.
20-Aug-2003
Amendment 100		 Scheme Maps A change has been made to Scheme maps.

Point Cook Drainage Scheme is a new scheme being prepared for approximately 1010 hectares of land generally bound by Point Cook Road to the east, Princes Highway to the north, Hoppers Lane to the west, and Sneydes Road to the south. The land has been identified as a proposed residential area. Further details of the scheme can be obtained by contacting YC Chia on ph 9235 2187.

Should you require further information, please contact Melbourne Water Directly by e-mail to land.dev.manual@melbournewater.com.au or by telephone (03) 9235 2100 and ask for the Land Development Help Line.
7-Aug-2003
Amendment 99		 Scheme Maps The scheme boundaries for the following schemes have changed : Lyndhurst north (DS0705) and Hampton Park East Extension (DS 0605). Please refer to Melbourne Water's Land Development Manual internet site to view the changes in the first instance and any question may be directed to Keith Boniface on 9235 2245
10-Jul-2003
Amendment 98		 General As of 1 July 2003, subscribers will no longer be required to pay an annual fee for full access to the Land Development manual. This decision has been made in the interests of encouraging usage.

All subscribers (existing and new) will still be required to access the site by providing details of their user name and pass word, so that they will continue to receive relevant email correspondence.

Generally no new subscribers will be accepted from organisations already subscribing to the LDM unless a good reason is provided, in order to keep website support costs to an acceptable level.

As fees are no longer payable it will no longer be necessary to renew subscriptions annually. However subscribers who have not accessed the LDM for a period of six months may be contacted regarding having their access cancelled.

For further information on the changes please contact Mike Edwards on 9235 2213.
27-Jun-2003
Amendment 97		 Contribution Rates The South East Catchment Planning Group has completed the review of 30 active drainage schemes in the south east region. The Contributions Rates Table in the Land Development Manual has been updated with the new rates.

The following schemes have had rates reduced and the new rates will apply effective 30 June 2003 - Berwick South DS (615), Braeside South DS (1128), Eastern Drain DS (1603), Edrington Park DS (1316), Gomms Road DS (2327), Greaves Road DS (624), Kennedy Creek DS (1604), Kings Creek DS (2231), Langwarrin South DS (2331), O’Neil Road DS (1306), Pakenham Creek DS (1602), Rockleigh Park DS (518), Ti Tree Creek DS (619), Troups Creek West Branch DS (606).

The following schemes have had rates increased and the new rates will apply effective 30 August 2003 - Baxter East DS (2324), Baxter West DS (2323), Collison Road DS (2371), Deep Creek South DS (1601), Essex Park Extension DS (206), Gartsides North DS (1111), Golf Links Road DS (629), Hallam North Road DS (501), Homestead Road DS (613), Kinlora DS (2326), Lathams Road DS (1230), Lower Carrum Downs DS (1208), Lyndhurst North DS (705), Lysterfield West DS (802), McGregor Road DS (1501), O’Shea’s Road DS (614).

Consultants and Developers with Offers in hand or accepted Offers with deferred contributions should review their circumstances to evaluate the impact of any contribution rate change. If you have any questions concerning how the rate change will impact on your Offer, contact the Land Development Officer or Developer Works Officer who signed the Offer.
30-Apr-2003
Amendment 96		 Scheme Maps As part of the redevelopment of the Waverley Park site in Mulgrave (Melways 80 J3), the boundaries of the Jells Road Drainage Scheme (304) and Jacksons Road North Drainage Scheme (302) have been amended in line with an approved drainage strategy for the redevelopment. The maps for these schemes have been amended.
24-Apr-2003
Amendment 95		 Scheme Maps Minor adjustments have been made to the boundary between Derrimut DS (4100) and Laverton Creek DS (4080) to better delineate the direction of drainage.

The boundaries of Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategy: Patullos La (4478) and Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategy: Coopers Rd (4479) have been amended to include the old Navy land.
24-Apr-2003
Amendment 94		 Contribution Rates The rates for 4100 Derrimut DS have gone up, and the three Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategies (4478, 4479, 4487) have had a rate decrease.
11-Apr-2003
Amendment 93		 Scheme Maps Abrehart Road Drainage Scheme is a new scheme being prepared for approximately 220 hectares of land west of Deep Creek and north of the Princes Highway in Pakenham. The area is being rezoned to Residential 1 Zone with the scheme providing main outfall drainage and protecting the downstream waterway from adverse development impacts. The interim scheme rates apply from 11 June 2003. Further details of the scheme can be obtained by contacting Ruwan Jayasinghe on ph 9235 2181.
11-Apr-2003
Amendment 92		 Scheme Maps Laverton Creek Drainage Scheme has had its boundary amended to exclude the Notla Estate.
25-Mar-2003
Amendment 91		 Contribution Rates Changes have been made to the contribution rates for Laurimar DS (6001) and Stony Hill Creek DS (4141), as a result of periodic reviews of those schemes.
The new increased rates for Stony Hill Creek become effective from 24 May 2003. The new reduced rates for Laurimar are effective immediately.
20-Mar-2003
Amendment 90		 Contribution Rates Changes (increases) have been made to the contribution rates for the South Morang Drainage Scheme (Formerly Heaths Court Drainage Scheme). The increased new rates will become effective from 20 May 2003.
19-Mar-2003
Amendment 89		 Scheme Maps The boundary for Pakenham West DS (1507) differed from the approved boundary and has now been amended accordingly.
19-Mar-2003
Amendment 88		 Contribution Rates Changes have been made to the contribution rates for Aitken Creek DS (4480), Box Hill North Redevelopment Scheme (4741), Cheetham Creek DS (4047), Dry Creek DS (4621) and Gorge Road DS (4615), as a result of periodic reviews of those schemes.
The new increased rates for Dry Creek and Gorge Road become effective from 17 May 2003. The new reduced rates for Aitken Creek, Box Hill North and Cheetham Creek are effective immediately.
17-Feb-2003
Amendment 87		 Scheme Maps Following a review (ref: amendment 2 Jan 2003), the scheme boundary of Upper Henderson's Creek DS (4532) has been amended to exclude the area east of the dismantled railway, and to include 'Area 1' (part of Hillcroft Estate).
30-Jan-2003
Amendment 85		 Contribution Rates The preliminary rate for Haileybury Drainage Scheme is amended to $53,944 per ha for residential development and $80,916 per ha for commercial/industrial development. These rates are affective as of 01 February 2003
15-Jan-2003
Amendment 84		 General DADS CONTRIBUTION DISCONTINUED

A recent review of Melbourne Water's developer charges supports the continuing need for cost recovery of works downstream of drainage schemes, where the works are to cater for to altered flows and water pollution attributable to development within the upstream drainage schemes.

The review also identified that improvements in nexus and transparency could be achieved by incorporating the cost of such downstream works into individual drainage schemes. As the Development of Authorities Drainage System (DADS) contribution rate was based on the cost of regional catchment works rather than those attributable to individual drainage schemes, it has been discontinued in favour of reviewing and updating individual drainage schemes.

The review process is expected to take a considerable period of time to complete. During this period there will be no DADS replacement charge levied.

Therefore, effective from Friday 20 December 2002, the DADS contribution no longer applies as a component of developer contributions for drainage schemes. The decision to discontinue DADS was noted by the Board of Melbourne Water on Thursday 19 December.

· The effective date is 20 December 2002. All offers made from this date forward no longer include DADS.
· All payments stamped "received" or "paid" by Melbourne Water from this date onwards will have the DADS component refunded.
· Any area credits processed on or after 20 December 2002 will exclude DADS except where a Statement of Compliance has been already issued.
9-Jan-2003
Amendment 83		 Contribution Rates Changes have been made to the contribution rates for the Burgess
Street and Black Flat Drainage Schemes, as a result of periodic reviews of
those schemes. The new increased rate for Black Flat Drainage Scheme will
become effective from 10 March 2003. The new reduced rate for Burgess
Street Drainage Scheme will be implemented immediately (i.e. from 9 January
2003).
9-Jan-2003
Amendment 82		 Contribution Rates An incorrect update notification was sent to users regarding the Black Flat and Burgess Street drainage schemes. Please ignore this notification. A corrected notification follows.
9-Jan-2003
Amendment 81		 Contribution Rates Changes (increases) have been made to the contribution rates for the Burgess Street and Black Flat Road Drainage Schemes. The increased new rates will become effective from 9 Jan 2003.
8-Jan-2003
Amendment 80		 Scheme Maps The boundary of the Pakenham Creek DS has been amended in the south-east corner of the scheme to maximise the area required to drain via Pakenham Creek into the Deep Creek Retarding Basin to minimise impacts on downstream rural land.
2-Jan-2003
Amendment 79		 Contribution Rates Changes (increases) have been made to the contribution rates for the East Morton and Henderson Creek Drainage Schemes, as a result of periodic reviews of those schemes. The increased new rates will become effective from 1 March 2003.
17-Dec-2002
Amendment 78		 Scheme Maps There have been changes to two Drainage Scheme boundaries:

4653 - Broad Gully Drainage Scheme
The scheme boundary has been changed to exclude an area zoned Environmental Rural Zone 3.

4681 - Doreen Drainage Scheme
The scheme boundary has been extended to include three new pockets of land that will be developed under the City of Whittlesea's Mernda Strategy Plan.
21-Nov-2002
Amendment 77		 Scheme Maps Yuroke Creek DS (4360) has been removed from the Land Development Manual maps. It had previously been erroneously included. It is not yet an approved drainage scheme.
9-Oct-2002
Amendment 76		 Contribution Rates Following reviews of the Fitzgerald Road (607), Lysterfield West (802) and Troups Creek West Branch (606) Drainage Schemes, the contribution rates for those Schemes have been recalculated. The increased contribution rates for the Lysterfield West and Troups Creek West Branch Schemes will become effective on 1 January 2003. The reduced contribution rate for he
Fitzgerald Road Scheme will be implemented immediately.
4-Sep-2002
Amendment 75		 Scheme Maps Please note that amendments have been made to the boundaries of the
Jackson's Rd North (302) and Kilsyth West (410) Drainage Schemes. The
changes have been made to more accurately reflect the extent of development
that is expected to be served by those Schemes.
28-Aug-2002
Amendment 74		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for the Valley Road Drainage Scheme has been reviewed.
The new rate takes effect from 1 November 2002.
28-Aug-2002
Amendment 73		 General Please note that the User Registration application form has been updated. There are changes to the Melbourne Water contact details, and minor amendment to the wording, including a Privacy Statement.
21-Aug-2002
Amendment 72		 General The Land Development Manual's Contributions Table, which can be accessed directly via the Contributions Table icon in the Navigation Box, has been amended to now include the DADS Contribution Rates, in addition to the Drainage Schemes Contribution Rates and Corridor Contribution Rates.
21-Jul-2002
Amendment 71		 Contribution Rates Following a review of the Steele Creek Drainage Scheme, the contribution rate has been adjusted. As the new rate is lower than the previous rate, the new rate becomes effective forthwith.
4-Jul-2002
Amendment 70		 Scheme Maps Introduction of Officer Drainage Scheme - (Melway pgs: 214 & 215).
An investigation is currently underway to set up a new drainage scheme in the Officer area. The investigation covers the area generally situated north of the proposed Princes Freeway, east of Pink Hill, south of the Electricity Transmission lines and west of Gum Scrub Creek covering approximately 13.4 square kilometres.

Please note that Interim Rates will be effective from 5 Sep 2002.
25-Jun-2002
Amendment 69		 Scheme Maps Please note boundary amendments to the following Drainage Schemes: Haileybury(1114) , Edithvale (1110), Warringine Creek(2221) and Kings Creek (2231).
19-Jun-2002
Amendment 68		 Contribution Rates The following note is added to the Baxter West Drainage Scheme Rates : Note
2 - All RZ1 land will be charged at the full residential contribution rate.
13-Jun-2002
Amendment 67		 Contribution Rates The Residential Contribution Rate for the Aitken Creek Drainage Scheme has been amended due to the discovery of a typographical error. The change has immediate effect.
If any developers feel that this correction raises particular issues for them, they should contact Melbourne Water to discuss further.
30-May-2002
Amendment 66		 Contribution Rates The contribution rate for the South Morang Drainage Scheme has been changed
to correct an error in the rate previously published. The correct rate has
now been listed and takes effect immediately.
4-Feb-2002
Amendment 65		 Contribution Rates Please note that the contribution rates for Area 2 of the Skeleton Creek
Drainage Scheme No 4070 have been updated, effective from 2 June 2002.
14-Mar-2002
Amendment 64		 Scheme Maps Please note that the following changes have been made to the Maps on the
Melbourne Water Land Development Web site.

The boundary of the Broad Gully Drainage Scheme, number 4653, has been
adjusted, but there has not been any change in the contribution rates
applicable to this scheme.

The map showing the location and boundary of the Collard Road Drainage
Scheme number 4642, has also been added to the Maps. This drainage scheme
was in fact added to the Land Development Manual Contributions table late
last year, but the addition of the Scheme to the Maps facility was
inadvertently over-looked at that time.
6-Mar-2002
Amendment 63		 General NOTES ON RECENT MELBOURNE WATER REVIEW OF DRAINAGE SCHEMES AND THEIR CONTRIBUTION RATES.

The following notes provide further information about the amendments to Drainage Scheme Contribution rates that were announced yesterday.

Melbourne Water has been undertaking a review of all drainage schemes. This included an assessment of whether current hydraulic and water quality standards are met, and provision of additional works within the schemes (where required). The scheme rates have also been reviewed using a "net present value" financial model.

Where additional works are proposed in schemes, only a percentage of the cost of these works, equal to the percentage of the area of land still to be developed in the scheme, will be funded by the scheme. That is, if 50% of land in a scheme is still to be developed, then only 50% of the cost of additional works will be funded by scheme contributions - this is to ensure that future developers are not paying for works to serve existing development.

In some areas, scheme rates will increase due to applying a consistent approach to drainage scheme reimbursements. For example, Crib Point, Baxter West and Baxter East Schemes were originally set up so that developers were reimbursed for pipeline costs less the cost equivalent of a 300-mm diameter pipeline. These schemes will be altered to be consistent with all other schemes and the full cost of pipelines will be reimbursed. Therefore, while drainage scheme contribution rates will go up, the higher reimbursement for works should mean no net increase in cost to developers.
5-Mar-2002
Amendment 62		 Contribution Rates Following a major review of many Melbourne Water Drainage Schemes, numerous
changes have been made to Drainage Scheme Contribution Rates.

Please note that where contribution rates have been reduced, they are
effective from 4 March 2002. Where contribution rates have increased, the
effective date will be 6 May 2002.
4-Mar-2002
Amendment 61		 Contribution Rates Please note that the contribution rates for the Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme No 4070 have been updated, effective from 22 February 2002.
23-Oct-2001
Amendment 60		 Contribution Rates Land Development Manual - Amendment No 28

Please note that the Contribution Rates for the Edrington Park Drainage Scheme (No 1316) will be adjusted from Interim to Final Rate on 25 December 2001. The adjustment will include the introduction of an Industrial/Commercial contribution rate, and an adjustment to the existing Residential contribution rates.
9-Oct-2001
Amendment 59		 Contribution Rates Please note that the contribution rates of the following drainage schemes have been updated.

- Ballarto Road Drainage Scheme No 1202

- Berwick South Drainage Scheme No 0615

- Hallam North Road Drainage Scheme No 0501

- Rockleigh Park Drainage Scheme No 0518

The effective date for the new increased rates for Hallam North Road Drainage Scheme is 3 December 2001.

The effective date for the reduced rates for Ballarto Road, Berwick South and Rockleigh Park Drainage Schemes is 9 October 2001 (immediately).
25-Sep-2001
Amendment 58		 General Dear Land Development Manual subscriber,

Melbourne Water is pleased to announce the launch of the new look Land Development Manual website which has been deployed for your convenience as of today.

The site now incorporates welcome new features and enhancements created specifically in response to suggestions and responses to our subscriber survey. Industry representatives have also provided helpful comments during the initial phase of the upgrade. Thanks are extended to all of you who have contributed to the creation of this much improved service.

Whilst retaining all existing key information and site content, you will notice that functionality has been improved and new material made available. Here are the key features:

- New contemporary design, colour and layout.
- Improved site navigation and short cuts to frequently used sections
- Images and new image libraries available in a choice of downloadable formats.
- A site management plan to assist consultants to address environmental aspects of Melbourne Water’s conditions of development. This plan is downloadable in a number of formats including AutoCad and comes with a user guide.
- Password reminder facility
- Favourite links options
- A handy reminder of subscription renewal date (the availability of online subscription renewal is imminent).
- Restrictions on casual visitor access to key subscriber only sections of the site designed to protect the benefits enjoyed by current subscribers.

Melbourne Water commends the new site to you and looks forward to working with subscribers to improve the quality of service. If you have any queries or feedback please use the facilities established for this purpose on the website.
23-Aug-2001
Amendment 57		 Forms Amendment to Form A.

As a result of recent internal changes within Melbourne Water, a minor, but important alteration has been made to the 'Application for Offer of Drainage Conditions' form, which is found as the downloadable Form A in the Standard Forms section of Agreement Information.

A new field, 'Municipality' has been added to the Details of Development information section of the form, near the top of page two. It is requested that care be taken to ensure that this field is always completed. It is expected that provision of this information to Melbourne Water will assist in more efficient processing of the application within Melbourne Water.
17-Apr-2001
Amendment 51		 Contribution Rates Please note that the contribution rates of the following drainage schemes have been updated.

Cranbourne East Drainage Scheme
George Street Drainage Scheme
Greaves Road Drainage Scheme Part A
Greaves Road Drainage Scheme Part B
Hampton Park West Drainage Scheme
O’Shea’s Road Drainage Scheme
Princes Domain Drainage Scheme
Scoresby Outfall Drainage Scheme
Troups Creek East Branch Drainage Scheme
Upper Henderson Creek Drainage Scheme
Warringine Creek Drainage Scheme

The effective date for the new rates is 18 June 01, except for Greaves Road Drainage Scheme Part B. The effective date for reduced rates for Greaves Road Drainage Scheme Part B is 17 April 01 (immediately).
21-Mar-2001
Amendment 50		 Contribution Rates Introduction of Broad Gully Drainage Scheme - (Melway ref: 184 J12 - 12 A3).

Please note that Interim Rates will be effective from 26 May 01.
7-Mar-2001
Amendment 49		 Contribution Rates Please note that the Pakenham West Drainage Scheme contribution
rates have been updated.
New rates will be effective from 14/5/01.
22-Feb-2001
Amendment 48		 Contribution Rates Please note that the Stony Hill Creek Drainage Scheme contribution rate has
been updated. New rates will be effective from 1/5/01.
25-Jan-2001
Amendment 47		 General Dear Land Development Manual subscriber,

In order to achieve a better quality product for our subscribers, we would appreciate your thoughts on the Melbourne Water Land Development Manual. A
hyperlink to our survey is attached and we would ask that you take a few
minutes to complete it and return to us by 1 March 2001. Your feedback will assist us in prioritising the areas of the manual that require updating and
progressively undertake improvements to make this manual more user friendly.

The survey is located on the web at :
http://ldm.melbournewater.com.au/main/survey

The survey contains a series of statements with the option to agree or disagree. Four columns have been provided and you are asked to select the
most appropriate column (refer headings of columns to determine level of agreement).
Each statement includes an area to include more specific comments. Please
use the space provided.

Please feel free to contact the following people if you require any
assistance in completing this survey or alternatively phone and offer your comments verbally. We would be happy to receive your call:

Lalith Jayatilaka - 9235 2176
Email: lalith.jayatilaka@melbournewater.com.au

Simon Marchington - 9235 2139
Email: simon.marchington@melbournewater.com.au

Anthony Hall - 9235 2229
Email: anthony.hall@melbournewater.com.au

We look forward to using your feedback to provide you with a better, more
informative manual.

Regards
Simon Marchington
Manager Business Planning & Reform
Waterways
4-Jan-2001
Amendment 46		 Contribution Rates Please note that the Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme contribution rate has been updated. New rates for the Area 3 will be effective from 9/3/01.
22-Dec-2000
Amendment 45		 Contribution Rates The following new drainage schemes have been added.
1. Findons Creek Drainage Scheme (Melway ref: 182 C1 - 182 C7)
2. Haileybury Drainage Scheme (Melway ref: 88 H9 - 93 J2)

Interim Drainage Scheme contribution rates for these schemes will be effective from 22 Feb 2001. The scheme maps may be viewed using the 'Map' Menu.

With best wishes for the Festive Season!
4-Dec-2000
Amendment 44		 Contribution Rates Please note that the 'Laverton Creek Drainage Scheme' drainage contribution
rates have been amended.
30-Nov-2000
Amendment 43		 Contribution Rates Please note that the 'Laverton Creek Drainage Scheme' drainage contribution
rates have been amended.
30-Nov-2000
Amendment 41		 Contribution Rates Please note that the 'Laverton Creek Drainage Scheme' drainage contribution
rates have been amended.
17-Oct-2000
Amendment 40		 Contribution Rates Please note that the following drainage scheme rates (Table 1.2) have been amended.
These new rates will be effective from 25 Dec 2000.
1 Aitken Creek Drainage Scheme
2 Braeside South Drainage Scheme
12-Sep-2000
Amendment 39		 Contribution Rates Please note that the following changes have been made.

A. Drainage Scheme Contribution Rates Table (Table 1.2)

1. Changes to contribution rates:
· Laurimar Drainage Scheme - new rates are effective from 14/11/00

2. Clarification of existing Industrial/Commercial rates for the
following drainage schemes:

Blackflat Road, Crib Point, Dry Creek, East Moreton, Gartsides
South, Gomms Road, Gorge Road, Hallam North Road, Homestead Road, Manuka Road, O'Neil Road, Potts Road, Ti Tree Creek & Valley Road

B. The drainage scheme maps can now be accessed by selecting 'MAPS' from the main menu. When you select a scheme map, you will notice the relevant
contribution for that scheme below the map page.
14-Jul-2000
Amendment 38		 Contribution Rates The following changes have been made to the Drainage Scheme Contribution Rates Table (Table 1.2)

(a) Heaths Court Drainage Scheme has been renamed as South Morang Drinage Scheme and for that scheme:
* Residential Rate is no longer applicable
* New Industrial / Commercial Rate is applicable from 12 Sep 2000

(b) Kinlora Drainage Scheme - New Low Density Residential Rate is applicable when new lots are created, from 12 Sep 2000 within the < a href="http://ldm.melbournewater.com.au/main/documents/ldd/Agreement%20Information/kinlora.jpg">Area - A.
14-Jul-2000
Amendment 37		 Contribution Rates The following changes have been made to the Drainage Scheme Contribution Rates Table (Table 1.2)

(a) Heaths Court Drainage Scheme has been renamed as South Morang Drinage Scheme and for that scheme:
* Residential Rate is no longer applicable
* New Industrial / Commercial Rate is applicable from 12 Sep 2000

(b) Kinlora Drainage Scheme - New Low Density Residential Rate is applicable when new lots are created, from 12 Sep 2000 within the < a href="http://ldm.melbournewater.com.au/main/documents/ldd/Agreement%20Information/kinlora.jpg">Area - A.
4-Jul-2000
Amendment 36		 Contribution Rates As of 29 June 2000, Melbourne Water Process Charges, Flood Level, Acceptance Fees, Area Contributions, Drainage Scheme Fees, DADS Charges, Hydrology Request Fees have been listed as GST exempt taxes, fees and charges under Division 81 - 5 of the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999. Details of the full list of exempt taxes, fees and charges can be found at http://www.treasury.gov.au/.

This means that these charges will not attract GST after 30 June 2000. Should you be in receipt of a Drainage Offer from Melbourne Water which is still valid (that is, less than three months old), you should pay as per the pre GST rates, not the GST inclusive rates.
Land Development Manual has now been updated to show applicable rates in the following tables.

(a) Table 1.2 - Drainage Scheme Contribution

(b) Table 1.3 - DADS Contribution Rates

(c) Table 1.5 - Corridor Contribution Rates

However, please note that subscriptions fees to the Land Development Manual, Investigation & Intensive Audit Fees are subject to GST.
7-Jun-2000
Amendment 35		 General The Land Development Manual has now been permanently relocated to its new address at http://ldm.melbournewater.com.au
The old address will now automatically redirect all users to the new site.
As a part of this process, some users may have received errant renewal notices. We apologise for any confusion these may have caused.
2-Jun-2000
Amendment 34		 Contribution Rates "Drainage Scheme Contribution Rates - Table 1.2
Braeside South Drainage Scheme - New reduced rates will be effective
immediately (from 1 June 2000)."
1-Jun-2000
Amendment 33		 General Melbourne Water launches its new web site today, and to coincide with the launch, the look and feel of the Land Development Manual has been updated.
26-May-2000
Amendment 32		 Contribution Rates MW Land Development Manual update
Drainage Scheme Contribution Rates - Table 1.2

Collison Road Drainage Scheme - New rates will be effective from 31 July
2000.
20-Apr-2000
Amendment 29		 Contribution Rates Please note that the following changes have been made to MW's Land
Development Manual..

· Wording of Statement on G.S.T on the first page.

· Contribution Section
- Table 1.2, 13. & 1.5b now show the drainage
contributions if G.S.T. is applicable.

Regards
Lalith
6-Apr-2000
Amendment 28		 Contribution Rates Notification of Changes to the Melbourne Water Land Development Manual.

Drainage Scheme Contribution Rates - Table 1.2

* Burgess Street Drainage Scheme - New rates will be effective from 10 June 2000.
* Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme: Area 2 - Residential Rate has been corrected.

The following note was added to the DADS contribution rates table - Table 1.3

"Note: DADS contributions are applicable for all Drainage Schemes
unless specifically mentioned under the Scheme Name in the Table 1.2"
18-Feb-2000
Amendment 27		 Contribution Rates This further to our message on 17 Feb 2000 regarding changes to the Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme area contributions rates.

Please note that the new reduced area contributions for the Area 2 (Ref attached map)will be applicable from 18 February 2000 without any waiting period. However, for the Area 3 two months waiting period is still
applicable.

* Area 1 -(Ref attached map) No contributions for the area bounded by the Main Sewer Outfall, Forsyth Road, Princes Freeway and Old Geelong Road.

* Area 2 - Contributions rates for the area south of Sayers Road and west of Skeleton Creek, the Main Outfall Sewer and Old Geelong Road, effective from
18 February 2000.
Residential- $10,952/ha
Industrial - $16.428/ha

* Area 3 - Contribution rates for the remaining part of the scheme effective from 18 April 2000.
Residential- $30,713/ha
Industrial - $46,069/ha

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We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
17-Feb-2000
Amendment 26		 Contribution Rates Notification of Land Development Manual Update:

Please note that the following new drainage scheme rates will be
applicable from 18 April 2000.

(A) Laverton Creek Drainage Scheme:
Residential- $28.297/ha
Industrial - $42445/ha

(B) Skeleton Creek Drainage Scheme:

* Area 1 (Ref attached map): the area bounded by the Main Sewer
Outfall, Forsyth Road, Princes Freeway and Old Geelong Road.
$0/ha

* Area 2 (Ref attached map): the area south of Sayers Road and west of
Skeleton Creek, the Main Outfall Sewer and Old Geelong Road.
Residential- $10,952/ha
Industrial - $16.428/ha

* Area 3 - the remaining part of the scheme:
Residential- $30,713
Industrial - $46,069/ha


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18-Jan-2000
Amendment 25		 Contribution Rates Melbourne Water Land Development Manual -
Reduction in Drainage Contribution Rate, Roxburgh Park Strategy - Catchments 4479, 4487 and 4478.

Please note that the contribution rates shown in Melbourne Water's Land Development Manual for the Roxburgh Park Drainage Strategy have been
amended. The Residential drainage contribution rate has been reduced from $21,500 per hectare to $16,780 per hectare, and the Industrial/Commercial
drainage contribution rate has been reduced from $32,250 per hectare to $25,169.

The reduced drainage contribution rates are to take effect immediately, and reflect changes in the concept plan for the Roxburgh Park Estate and
consequent cost reductions for Melbourne Water drainage infrastructure.

The Land Development Manual web site has now been updated to show the new contribution rates.
12-Jan-2000
Amendment 24		 Contribution Rates Please note that the following changes have been made to the Lande Development Manual.


A. Drainage Scheme Contributions Table 1.2


* Bunyip Township Drainage Scheme - addition of missing low-density
residential rate.
* Dry Creek Drainage Scheme - definition of low and normal density
rates
* Lyndhurst North Drainage Scheme - new rates effective from 12/3/2000
* Troups Creek Drainage Scheme - removal of special residential rate
for the area south of Princes Hwy

B. Pre-Construction Certification List:

'1.10 Works shall be undertaken in accordance with the Occupational Health
Policy in Section 9' was added.
28-Oct-1999
Amendment 23		 Contribution Rates Standard Drawing for Post and Rail Safety Fence (Drg. No.
7251/4/206) added.
21-Oct-1999
Amendment 22		 Policies The following section has been added :
Occupational Health Policy
13-Oct-1999
Amendment 21		 Contribution Rates Contributions Updated :

Lower Carrum Downs Drainage Scheme
9-Aug-1999
Amendment 2		 Contribution Rates Contributions Updated.
4-Jul-1999
Amendment 1		 Contribution Rates Updated Contributions Charges.