Diamond Creek
Both Diamond and Arthurs creeks rise in the Kinglake National Park and flow mostly through rural landscapes. Diamond Creek also passes through semi-rural areas before flowing into the urban area of Eltham. The upper areas of these creeks are in good condition and some are considered ecologically healthy. The presence and potential spread of weeds is the only major risk to these headwater areas. Outside the Kinglake National Park, conditions decline due to a change in land use. However, the creeks still support important species including freshwater blackfish, mountain galaxias, and a breeding population of platypus. While the continuity of streamside vegetation is one of the creeks’ environmental assets, weeds and stock access continue to pose a risk. Some areas of the creeks are popular for recreation and fishing.
Melbourne Water has developed the Index of River Condition (IRC) program to provide an overall integrated measure of the environmental condition of rivers. To find out more about the health of these rivers and creeks visit Melbourne Water’s website or request Healthy Waterways Waterwatch data.
