Air Quality in the City of Maribyrnong

The City of Maribyrnong, with its rich industrial heritage and location close to the heart of Australia's international trade, continues to thrive. Nonetheless, vibrancy and growth, powered largely by fossil fuels for ships, trains, and trucks, significantly impacts our air quality.

Due to the City’s proximity to the Port of Melbourne, high volume of vehicles on local roads, and large number of older and heavy industrial activities, Maribyrnong residents experience consistently lower air quality compared to other suburban areas in Melbourne.

Pollutants in the air are caused by natural events (such as bushfires, windstorms and pollen) or human activities (including industrial processes, motor vehicle emissions, use of unpaved roads and wood heaters). Examples of pollutants include gases, chemicals and airborne particles (such as dust and pollen).

Council is committed to taking action to achieve better outcomes for the community.

To learn more about how air quality can affect your health, discover steps you can take to improve local air quality, and see what the Council is doing to help, click on the below.