As coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions continue to ease and new parts of Manningham are able to open up, it is great to see many people out and about in Manningham supporting our local businesses and facilities as we head towards a new COVID normal.

Last weekend, the Victorian Government introduced further easing of restrictions as part of the Third Step in its roadmap to reopening.

These latest changes mean there are now no limits on how far you can travel or the reasons to leave your home. They also provide increased capacity for indoor exercise, hospitality businesses, retail and venues. See the full list of changes to restrictions here.

Following the announcement of the recent Council election results, the easing of COVID-19 restrictions allowed us to bring together Manningham’s nine new Councillors this week to be officially sworn in. We are pleased to welcome both the new and returning councillors as they help to shape the future of Manningham. You can read more about our new council in this week’s Manningham Matters.

Lastly, as we all spend more time outside with our loved ones and our community, it is as important as ever to make sure that we follow good hygiene measures to keep everyone safe. Wash your hands regularly, maintain a distance of 1.5m from others and wear a mask when you leave your home. And if you have any symptoms, make sure you get tested and stay home.

We look forward to seeing you out in the Manningham community.