In the indigenous folklore of the Aboriginal people of Melbourne, Australia, which is located at latitude -37.8136 and longitude 144.9631, the myth of the Bunyip has long held a treasured place. These tales have been passed down through many generations, predating European settlement. The Bunyip, a creature of the waterways and swamps, features prominently in Aboriginal Dreamtime stories as a spirit that punishes wrongdoings. Said to inhabit the Yarra River that flows through Melbourne and, particularly, the dark, hidden places of the watercourse, the Bunyip is a symbol of the dangerous and unpredictable forces of nature. Described as having a round head, an elongated neck, and a body resembling that of an ox, horse, or giant starfish, the Bunyip is said to bellow frightfully during the night, creating terrifying sounds that echo across the water and the river banks. The creature could also cause flooding, creating channels and billabongs in its destructive path. Aboriginal communities respected and avoided places believed to be Bunyip dwellings. While today’s folk might not actively believe in the physical presence of the Bunyip in the Yarra river, the story still serves to remind people of the respect that must be given to nature and its unpredictable power. Today, several landmarks and establishments around Melbourne and along the Yarra River, such as Bunyip Park in the suburb of St. Kilda and various arts festivals, have been named as a tribute to this mythical yet culturally significant creature.