We all strive to maintain our health, avoid injuries, and live independently in our homes for as long as possible. However, falls remain one of the leading causes of injury and fatality among older adults, with approximately half of these incidents occurring in or around the home.

To address this important issue, Manningham Council, in collaboration with Access Health and Community, are offering a free, one-hour information session.

This session will cover:

• why older adults are at risk of falls
• how to reduce the risk of falls
• how to stay active and independent for longer
• where to find help to reduce or manage falls.

This information session is part of our commitment to working towards becoming an Age Friendly City. 

Shuttle Smash is an introductory program for children to experience badminton in a fun, inclusive environment. 

The program teaches children badminton through the development of fundamental movement skills, including co-ordination, flexibility, strength, balance and fine motor skills.

Program information

• all equipment provided
• suitable for all genders
• this activity is for primary school children aged 5 - 12.

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children 
• Participants can apply for multiple sessions. 

How to apply

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Kayak Paddleball is a team sport made up of five or more players who sit on top of kayaks. It is a low impact, outdoor activity.

This game offers a fantastic opportunity for social interaction and encouraging water confidence, water safety skills and team building.

Program information

• all equipment provided
• suitable for all genders
• this activity is for teenagers aged 14 to 18 years.

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35.
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.

How to apply

To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:

1. register your interest now via the online form
2. once you have submitted the form, you will receive the discount code and instructions on how to complete payment and confirm your spot in the program.

Please note: applications via this online form do not guarantee a spot in this program. After completing the online form, additional steps must be followed to secure a spot in this program.

Enjoy low-impact, fun basketball sessions perfect for seniors or those returning to activity.

 All levels welcome, and morning tea provided.

Keep your brain young, flexible and active by playing games on your device that are designed to improve your cognitive function and overall brain health.    

Come along and learn from therapeutic horticulturist Shani Shafrir, who will discuss the health benefits of gardening and how being in nature and engaging in gardening activities can support a healthy mind, body and soul.

Shani will also discuss how gardening and garden spaces can become age-friendly and support healthy ageing through design and management techniques.

The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!

About Home Harvest: Home Harvest is a free, complete home gardening program that runs monthly from February to December. It aims to educate and inspire residents to grow their own organic, nutritious and delicious produce at home. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps!

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Introducing The Thrive Program – an empowering program of self-discovery and reconnection with community for women aged 60 plus.

“Thrive” will foster a supportive community of like-minded women on the shared path to personal growth and fulfillment, and a life filled with purpose, positivity, and authentic connections.

This free 5-session program is designed specifically for women aged 60 plus (living in Manningham) who are ready to embrace the next chapter of their lives with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Our aim is to empower participants to connect with true self, strengthen bonds within the local Manningham community and cultivate a deeper sense of belonging and fulfillment.

We are currently taking expressions of interest and invite eligible participants to apply. 

To apply, please call  9842 6726 or complete the online enquiry form on our website. 

Summer Celebration is coming to Jackson Court in February.

Bring your friends, family and party vibes.

We are showcasing our incredible local Manningham artists with our local businesses throughout summer.

The sidewalk will be abuzz with activities and laughter - come and join us! 

💫 Jessihoopz illuminating the area with her LED acrobatic artistry
👨‍🎤 Robbie Medica performing at Ms Jackson 
📸 A super fun photo booth outside Royal Stacks 
🦄 Face painter Jodi will bring joy to our faces!  

All this to add a little bit of magic to times spent eating, drinking and supporting local businesses.

Local artists. Local businesses. Live performances. All summer long across Manningham. 

Introducing The Thrive Program – an empowering program of self-discovery and reconnection with community for women aged 60 plus.

“Thrive” will foster a supportive community of like-minded women on the shared path to personal growth and fulfillment, and a life filled with purpose, positivity, and authentic connections.

This free 5-session program is designed specifically for women aged 60 plus (living in Manningham) who are ready to embrace the next chapter of their lives with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Our aim is to empower participants to connect with true self, strengthen bonds within the local Manningham community and cultivate a deeper sense of belonging and fulfillment.

We are currently taking expressions of interest and invite eligible participants to apply. 

To apply, please call  9842 6726 or complete the online enquiry form on our website. 

Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.

Manningham has more than four seasons. Duncan Cocking from Leaf, Root and Fruit will deep dive into succession planning for local conditions.

Duncan will discuss the patterns that he sees in nature and how easily you can begin observing them too. Use these observations to inspire your gardening activities by working with nature rather than against it. Learn how to refine your succession planting and ripen that elusive Christmas tomato. Create your own action plan for your vegetable patch.

Topics covered include:

• the seasons of Melbourne/Manningham
• being an observant gardener
• Phenology
• timing of planting and succession planting
• growing Christmas tomatoes, creating an action plan.

Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.

Registration is recommended but not required.

This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.

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Richmond Institute and Life Saving Victoria are running First Aid and CPR training for Manningham's sport clubs volunteers.

Suitable for those wanting to refresh their training or complete training for the first time.

Richmond Institute is the education arm of the Richmond Football Club and a leader in sports industry education. In 2020 Richmond Football Club formed a partnership with Life Saving Victoria (LSV) to deliver accredited training on their behalf to Richmond Institute staff and students.

Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is a registered training organisation regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) approved to deliver nationally accredited vocational education and training services throughout Victoria. 

Together LSV and Richmond Institute work with communities, educational institutions, government agencies, businesses, and the broader aquatic and sport industry, to achieve our combined organisations’ visions and missions.

Join staff from Aquarena for a fitness session using the body weight equipment at the Lake Circuit Path Exercise Station at Ruffey Lake Park.

Sessions run for 45 minutes and are suitable for people of all genders aged 18 years and over.

No experience needed and all fitness levels welcome.

The Lake Circuit Path Exercise Station can be accessed through the Victoria Street or Church Road South entrance. More information, including a map link to the exact location, can be found on Ruffey Lake Park.