This is so well done, thank you. I remember the awful pollution event and it's devastating to see the aftermath. Every creature is so important, and people need to realise the terrible impact they can make 'downstream' everywhere!
i lived in seaford and often saw eel`s = in the creek and an old bloke stopped and said the eel`s were making the adjustment from salt to fresh water ! about 3ft
Freshwater bodies like the creek are home to thousands of species. The eel has been part of this habitat for thousands of years, and embedded in aboriginal culture. We should coexist with nature and protect biodiversity, as a key element to our own survival. Applause to those involved in the making of this video.
1990s caught 4 in doveton creek near dandenong i put in Brine salt 2/3days with a dash lemon then smoked it with Rosemary in a wok 1hr slow on gas stove it was yummy i would like to try this again soon
Great video - the health of our waterways is so important so support the life within them. The pollution events are disappointing and tragic for the eels and other fish in there. I wish these insecticides were not available. I love the graphics at the beginning, seeing all the eels in such clear water and the care shown by First Friends. I wonder where the best spot is along Dandenong Creek to see the eels.
Hey Mithrani, no, Dandenong Creek flows into the Patterson River, just North of Boggy Creek; Boggy Creek flows into Kananook Creek, then out into the Bay.
Carpet cleaning companies regularly pull up on the side of the road and dump their soap water into the storm water drains I've called them in before on multiple occasions, the industry is rife with them dumping surfactants
we need to stop over development of housing along the creek, massive town houses and apartments, high rise ect means no back yards, no green space, this means more concrete hard surface ect and polluted storm water entering the creek
First step don't place drains that feed into creeks and rivers...it's really that. Simple! No need to test the water for contamination as we all know it's contaminated regardless and the surviving species have to survive in it. There's a reason why it's banned to swim in it. Where ever you find humans in large populations you find waste. We really need to move back to a simpler way of life how our ancestors used to live.
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What a great short film... it put a shiver up my spine. We have to get renewed focus on these spaces, they can offer us so much.
Greatly meaningful work
This is a wonderful video. Great to learn about the sustainable fish traps in the past. I hope the bad pollution doesn't ever happen again.
Easily the best piece I have seen on eel preservation . Great work. Regards Greg UK.
This is so well done, thank you. I remember the awful pollution event and it's devastating to see the aftermath. Every creature is so important, and people need to realise the terrible impact they can make 'downstream' everywhere!
i lived in seaford and often saw eel`s = in the creek and an old bloke stopped and said the eel`s were making the adjustment from salt to fresh water ! about 3ft
Great video and fantastic to see the community re-engaging with our local waterways.
Awesome video by the Friends of Dandenong Creek. Superb effort! Hope this video will create an awareness of the importance of our Creek.
What an amazing story - love your eel logo too
Freshwater bodies like the creek are home to thousands of species. The eel has been part of this habitat for thousands of years, and embedded in aboriginal culture. We should coexist with nature and protect biodiversity, as a key element to our own survival. Applause to those involved in the making of this video.
Its a terrific story. Another example of why we need to protect these wonderful ecosystems
The creek is a great asset. Love the video.
Awesome
1990s caught 4 in doveton creek near dandenong i put in Brine salt 2/3days with a dash lemon then smoked it with Rosemary in a wok 1hr slow on gas stove
it was yummy i would like to try this again soon
Great video - the health of our waterways is so important so support the life within them. The pollution events are disappointing and tragic for the eels and other fish in there. I wish these insecticides were not available. I love the graphics at the beginning, seeing all the eels in such clear water and the care shown by First Friends. I wonder where the best spot is along Dandenong Creek to see the eels.
they're so beautiful!
Are there still eels in Dandenong creek now?
Certainly are :) We wouldn't know how many, but they have been seen in the creek in various locations over the past year, and in the tributaries too
Love your work
Use to catch eels at the back of Myuna Farm heading towards Motown Doveton
can you find mussels or pearls in the Dandenong creek?
No mussels or pearls in Dandenong Creek
Did there use to be freshwater mussels?
Love the video. Can you fish in the Dandenong Creek?
You can but it is not recommended due to the high levels of pollution
Good work.
Does the Dandenong Creek flow through to Boggy Creek ( Near Ballarto Road ! and Flora and Fauna Park to the Sea?
Hey Mithrani, no, Dandenong Creek flows into the Patterson River, just North of Boggy Creek; Boggy Creek flows into Kananook Creek, then out into the Bay.
Urban run off! An environmental disaster. Great work people! Thank you.
fantastic
What kind of insecticide did they find ?
They taste good
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Carpet cleaning companies regularly pull up on the side of the road and dump their soap water into the storm water drains
I've called them in before on multiple occasions, the industry is rife with them dumping surfactants
we need to stop over development of housing along the creek, massive town houses and apartments, high rise ect means no back yards, no green space, this means more concrete hard surface ect and polluted storm water entering the creek
Wow...
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First step don't place drains that feed into creeks and rivers...it's really that. Simple! No need to test the water for contamination as we all know it's contaminated regardless and the surviving species have to survive in it. There's a reason why it's banned to swim in it. Where ever you find humans in large populations you find waste. We really need to move back to a simpler way of life how our ancestors used to live.
Peter Hitchiner said "there was a lovely bubble bath display in Merri creek today" when this happens there last year
People are so pathetic
women have to set the nets & only men have the spears? that's a bit sexist.
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