Redmond Court Wetland Reserve (Bundoora)
Redmond Court Wetland Reserve provides habitat for many indigenous plant species and birds.
Wetlands provide protection between the land and the shorelines of our creeks, estuaries and beaches, keeping waterways safe from siltation and nutrient runoff. They are strategically placed in the catchment area and can decrease the likelihood of flooding.
The wetland collects stormwater run-off from the surrounding area and filters material like phosphorous and nitrates before it runs into Darebin Creek. These things are most commonly found in detergents, dog poo, fertilisers and litter.
Wetlands have detention basins or ponds that slow the water flow so that many natural processes can occur. This occurs because plants naturally take up and lock in the nutrients through their root systems in order to grow. The wetland also naturally helps with sedimentation. As storm water runs into the wetland, it slows down, and this causes the sediment to settle at the bottom of the wetland. This is why wetlands periodically need to be de-silted to remain at their normal functioning capacity.
Activities in the park include walking/bike trails and wildlife observation.
History
This wetland was previously a lake supplying irrigation water to sport fields at Parade College. When the land was sold to developers for housing, the lake was transformed into a retarding basin to slow stormwater run off from the subdivision.
Location
12 Redmond Court, Bundoora 3083 Map
Web Links
→ www.banyule.vic.gov.au/Events-activities/Parks-reserves/Redmond-Court-Wetland-Reserve
