Cathy Huang

The proposed design is aimed at re-mediating the high salinity levels of the duck pond. This pond is central to the Darebin Parkland experience and is a source of natural aesthetic value for visitors. Two storm water run-off treatment systems will be implemented at opposite ends of the site, collecting storm water from adjacent streets and grey water from households. This will be sent through bioswales and into high/low marsh basins. This will encourage settling of heavy metals and filtration of pollutants before drained into a retention pond. This water can be held during the wet season and released in the dry season into the duck pond along aeration weirs to ensure consistent levels of water. New pathways will allow people to experience these ponds in closer proximity.