Melburnians have a complicated relationship with the Yarra River, or the Birrarung as it is traditionally known. It is often derided for being brown — although this is because of soil ...

In 2070, the Yarra River will not only be swimmable, it will be entirely walkable. The Great Birrarung Parkland will extend continuously from South Yarra to the river’s upper reaches.

Melbourne's iconic Yarra River could soon be renamed to take on its official Aboriginal name. The river, which runs for 11km through the heart of the Victorian capital, is known as the Birrarung ...

The beloved Yarra River is the centrepiece of Melbourne, dividing the north from the south, and flowing 242 kilometres from its source in the Yarra Ranges National Park all the way to Port Phillip ...

While it may not be the prettiest body of water, we couldn't imagine Melbourne without the Yarra River. She may be muddy brown in colour, but we don't think that should detract from her worth as ...

Did you know Victoria’s Yarra River (Birrarung) has legal status as a living entity? This has been the case since 2017 when, in response to lobbying by various community and Traditional Owner groups, ...

Beginning with the smallest of soaks atop Mount Baw Baw high in the Victorian Alps, the Yarra River flows through pristine forests, national park, farming land and residential areas before famously ...

Every Melburnian knows the Yarra River doesn’t have the best reputation when it comes to cleanliness. You wouldn’t drink from it and you certainly wouldn’t jump in it after winning the 1992 ...

The owner of a rental boat company has appeared to blame a rower for capsizing after the vessel collided with a motorboat on the Yarra River. Video footage of the incident, which left a rower ...

Marvel at the iconic Yarra River, the bustling laneways filled with street art, and the striking architecture of Federation Square and the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Experience the vibrant culture ...

Research from RMIT University has found Melburnians who live north of the Yarra River enjoy a closer connection to nature than people who live south of the river. Lead researcher and senior research ...