Lowered Lake Mulwala – a photographer’s paradise

Published on 15 June 2018

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Lake Mulwala has been lowered by about 4.5 metres to facilitate works around the lake foreshore and to control weed and should be refilled in early August.

The councils each side of the lake have joined forces to promote the wondrous natural spectacle now unfolding.

Moira Shire Mayor Libro Mustica said the lowering of the lake occurs every few years in an effort to control the invasive aquatic weed, Egeria densa.

“A lowered Lake Mulwala provides a unique spectacle,” Cr Mustica said. “The exposed tree stumps as well as the structure of the lake bed and the original route of the Murray River are revealed.

“There are endless opportunities for wonderful photographs and budding explorers will love walking along the Lake’s edge to see what the receding water reveals.

“And if you look very closely there is even the odd shipwreck or two.” Federation Council Mayor Pat Bourke also encouraged explorers and photographers to visit the iconic lake to see its beauty in a different form.

“The lake has been lowered many times over the last ten years and each occasion draws a crowd of explorers and photographers from far and wide,” Cr Bourke said. “If you are looking for an adventure of a different kind, jump in the car and head to Lake Mulwala.

“Residents have told me that especially around sunset, the view is just magical, and one not to miss.”  

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