Protect, Restore & Conserve
Darebin Creek and its adjacent parklands
Photograph copyright Tom Crawshaw 2026
Welcome to the Friends of Darebin Creek
The Friends of Darebin Creek was formed in 1994 to protect, restore and conserve the Darebin Creek and its adjacent parklands as a natural environment for the enjoyment of the community.
Our Objectives
- Work with the community and government to preserve, restore and manage the ecosystems associated with Darebin Creek and its tributaries including revegetation, rehabilitation, habitat creation and water health.
- Advocate for appropriate development that preserves the amenity and ecological health of the waterway and riparian corridors, and contribute to significant planning and decision-making processes regarding the management of the Darebin Creek and its catchment.
- Promote the implementation of a linear park along the Darebin Creek and seek continuity of public open space and conservation reserves, especially in urban areas.
- Participate in the conduct of, and representation on Darebin Creek Management Committee.
- Provide opportunities for community participation in the environmental protection, restoration and enjoyment of the Creek and informing members and the community about values, issues, and projects affecting the Creek.
Events
Creek Sweepers Clean-up
Event date:
Sunday, 21 June 2026
Start time:
9am – 11am
Meeting point:
TBA
News
Clements Reserve Lead Contamination
Part of the reserve has been fenced off for some years due to lead contamination. There is a plan but no timeline.
Container Deposit Scheme
The Friends of Darebin Creek have now been set up as a community group to receive donations when scanning our barcode.
What next for Arch Gibson Reserve?
After several years’ dedicated work at Arch Gibson Reserve, the results are looking “mighty good”, so what’s next for the Dunne St parkland area?