The Riverlife project, which began in 2002, aims to engage the community to actively learn about stormwater problems in their unique social and physical environments and to do something about local environment problems. Riverlife is a joint initiative of Strathfield, Marrickville and Canterbury Councils funded by Our Environment - It's a Living Thing.

The Riverlife project began in 2002 and has involved a number of aspects including the Riverlife Interpretive Tours.

Riverlife Interpretive Tours are an opportunity for local citizens to share knowledge and passions about the Cooks River in an interactive and engaging way. The first group of Riverlife Interpretive Tour Guides were trained in October 2003 and resulted in highly popular kayaking tours on the river run by the Tempe River Canoe Club; an arts workshop that allows creative expression of the value of the river; and a walking tour that interprets the history and stories of the Cooks River.

Tours are held on a regular basis and are advertised in Council's Events Calendar.

Bookings for tours can be made by contacting Marrickville Council on 9335 2222.