Yoga sessions...
Join these sessions and create cohesion and harmony through balancing stability with mobility, activity with stillness, enhancing body-mind relationship.
For all levels.
Please bring your own yoga mat.
Parking is available onsite and Bus 905 stops at Thompsons Road / Sunhill Road bus stop.
Come along and take part in interesting workshops, listen to guest speakers, and enjoy fun outings!...
Come along and take part in interesting workshops, listen to guest speakers, and enjoy fun outings!
We finish with a delicious morning tea.
Cost will vary based on activities.
Car parking is available onsite and bus 905 stops at Thompsons Road / Sunhill Road bus stop.
Meeting Date: 15 December 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
As part of our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 we have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. This Council meeting will proceed in the Council Chamber adhering to our COVID-Safe Plan to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19.
Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (you can view the livestream on our Facebook page even if you don’t have a Facebook account). The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.
Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:
Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.
Parking available at Manningham Civic Centre
Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:
Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe
UPDATE: This event has sold out.
Football Victoria will be activating the newly installed dual futsal court at Koonung reserve to teach you how to play street football.
This event is perfect for all street football, futsal and soccer enthusiasts who want to try street football for the first time or enhance their skills and test out the new public outdoor dual futsal court in Manningham.
During the clinic, participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced Football Victoria coaches who will guide you through various street football techniques, strategies and games.
This clinic is for all levels - beginners and advanced.
Please note: there are two sessions running on the day. Register for the session that matches your age group.
Registrations are essential. Numbers are strictly limited.
Appearance and coaching from Daniel Cappellaro - D10
D10 is Daniel Cappellaro, a futsal player, street footballer and coach. Daniel, along with staff from Football Victoria will be joining in both sessions at this clinic.
Daniel has travelled the world playing street football and futsal in the UEFA Futsal Champions League. Daniel has also represented and helped found Western Australia’s most successful futsal club Cambio Cumbre.
Other highlights include AFA Australian Men’s team selection and representing Western Australia at the FFA Nationals. On the East coast of Australia, Daniel played for Melbourne Futsal Club (powered by Melbourne City Football Club), Balwyn Futsal Club and Pascoe Vale Futsal Club, in Victoria’s and Futsal Oz’s prestigious Series Futsal Victoria.
Get ready to be inspired and empowered at the Manningham This Girl Can launch event. This exciting event is a celebration of women's strength, resilience, and achievements in the world of sports.
Join us for an evening filled with stories of determination and success as our This Girl Can Ambassadors share their personal experiences in women's sports. These remarkable women have overcome challenges and broken barriers to excel in their respective fields, and they're here to inspire you to do the same.
You'll also have the opportunity to meet and hear from some of the local providers running events during This Girl Can week. Learn about the exciting activities and programs available in your community, and discover how you can get involved.
Find out more about This Girl Can.
Ready to bump, set, and spike your way into the world of volleyball? This beginner-friendly program is the perfect place to start!
Volleyball Labs will keep these sessions fun and welcoming while teaching you the skills and confidence to grow as a volleyball player. Whether you're totally new or just want to level up, you'll learn the fundamentals in a supportive, high-energy environment that focuses on fun, teamwork and inclusion.
Plus, if you're feeling competitive, there's a pathway to take your game to the next level — all the way to state competitions!
Cost: $30.00 per session or $100.00 for 4 sessions.
Age group: all genders aged 12 to 17 years or youth in grades 6 to 12 (high school students)
Molto Italiano! will have activities for all ages, from lawn bocce to art making, pop-up exhibition talks in Italian and English, an ‘Art Bambini’ program for the little ones with Heide’s art therapist, and an Italian-themed ‘Design Roadshow’ where visitors can bring an Italian design object from home for expert assessment....
Head to Heide Museum of Modern Art for Molto Italiano!
Heide’s two-day community festival celebrating Italian culture and showcasing the exhibition Molto Bello: Icons of Modern Italian Design. Activating the whole of the Heide site, this festival offers something for everyone.
Molto Italiano! will have activities for all ages, from lawn bocce to art making, pop-up exhibition talks in Italian and English, an ‘Art Bambini’ program for the little ones with Heide’s art therapist, and an Italian-themed ‘Design Roadshow’ where visitors can bring an Italian design object from home for expert assessment. Authentic Italian food and drink will be on offer throughout, including pizza, pasta, gelato, spritz, and more from specialised food trucks as well as Heide Kitchen. Italian bands will add atmosphere, along with traditional Italian songs from the Veneto Club choir.
Celebrate all things Italian this summer with Heide!
Come celebrate Lunar New Year at The Pines. ...
Visit The Pines on Lunar New Year's Day and enjoy traditional in-centre performances, including roving Lion Dancing and Chinese Dancing.
Performers will be roving, near Ferguson Plarre.
Other activities will be taking place from 29 January until 10 February, including giveaways and a pop-up Cherry Blossom Garden.
Join us for the Healthy, Happy & Wise: Healthy Ageing Forum, an informative event designed to support older adults in ageing well.
Featuring expert speakers from organisations such as Eastern Community Legal Centre, Bendigo Bank, and Elder Rights Advocacy, the forum will cover key topics including financial literacy, retirement planning, elder rights, housing, and active living.
The expert panel will be addressing key topics relating to healthy ageing, and what it means to be Healthy, Happy and Wise.
Participants will be able to explore resource stalls, and enjoy complimentary morning tea.
Held in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025, this event highlights the importance of elder rights, ageism prevention, and a safe, respectful community for all.
This is a free event, however places are limited. Register your attendance today.
Join us for the Healthy, Happy & Wise: Healthy Ageing Forum, an informative event designed to support older adults in ageing well.
Featuring expert speakers from organisations such as Eastern Community Legal Centre, Bendigo Bank, and Elder Rights Advocacy, the forum will cover key topics including financial literacy, retirement planning, elder rights, housing, and active living.
Attendees can engage in a panel discussion with Q&A, explore resource stalls, and enjoy a complimentary morning tea for networking and community connection.
Held in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025, this event highlights the importance of elder rights, ageism prevention, and a safe, respectful community for all.
This is a free event, however places are limited. Register your attendance today.
Get ready to lighten up your evening with plenty of entertainment, activities, delicious food and dancing! ...
This event is sold out. Tickets won't be sold at the door.
Get ready to lighten up your evening with plenty of entertainment, activities, delicious food and dancing!
Presented by the Australian Indian Cultural Society Incorporated (AICSI).
The April issue of Manningham Matters is out this week, it will be delivered to your letterbox from Monday 14 April.
Each issue of Manningham Matters is distributed via Australia Post’s Unaddressed Mail Service, which can take up to a week to reach all households in Manningham.
Unfortunately for the April issue, Australia Post has advised us of capacity limits with this service, which means we will be posting copies of the magazine out to some areas.
Residents and businesses in Warrandyte, Park Orchards and the Manningham areas of Ringwood North and Nunawading will receive the April issue of the magazine in an addressed envelope, rather than loose in their letterbox.
Take a read of this month's magazine:
If you haven't received your hard copy of the magazine by Wednesday 23 April and would like one posted to you, contact us.
Manningham Council has proudly honoured the exceptional individuals and organisations making a meaningful difference in the community at the 2024 Civic Awards.
Held last week, family and friends of the nominees gathered at the Manningham Function Centre for the awards ceremony.
The nominees were celebrated for their outstanding contributions, and winners were announced for their exceptional community service.
Brian Tyedin was awarded Manningham Citizen of the Year for his work with Rotary over the past 25 years.
“Being nominated is a reward in itself and to be recognised for what we are doing in the community,” Brian said.
“There are so many opportunities to volunteer in this community and so many people doing great things.
“I hope that by receiving this award, I can work with other organisations to achieve an even better outcome for Manningham and help others in the community,” Brian said.
This year there were two recipients of the Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year Award, Luke Bastian and Kate Gniel.
Luke was recognised for his outstanding commitment to the local Scouting community over the past two decades. Park Orchards-based mum of three, Kate, was recognised for her remarkable work in the community and with the Sharks Junior Football Club.
“Volunteering fills my heart and makes me feel content. My youngest son was diagnosed with leukemia a few years ago, and during that time, we were overwhelmed by the kindness of so many people,” Kate said.
“That’s when we discovered the true power of community and felt deeply connected. It inspired us to give back and help others in the same way we were helped.”
2024 Citizen of the Year – Brian Tyedin
Brian was awarded Citizen of the Year for his tireless support and service to the local community. He is a champion of the Rotary movement and has served Rotary and the Manningham community with distinction.
2024 Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year – Luke Bastian and Kate Gniel
Luke Bastian
Luke has played a crucial role in the Scouting community for over two decades. His remarkable contributions to Rotary and the Doncaster Baseball Club have also been significant. Luke is a dedicated member of the Manningham community and exemplifies the qualities of an exceptional citizen.
Kate Gniel
Kate is an outstanding individual who consistently makes remarkable impact in the community through her volunteering efforts. Over the past five years, Kate has dedicated her time and energy to enhancing and enriching the lives of others. In 2022 Kate became the first ever female president of the Sharks Junior Football Club and has focussed efforts on making the mental health of players and families first and foremost.
2024 Sports Volunteer of the Year – Anthony Milicia
Anthony dedicates himself to volunteering with Manningham Juventus Football Club as if it were a second job, setting a positive example and motivating others. His actions serve as a source of inspiration and consistently makes himself available to others.
Community Organisation of the Year – Rotary Club of Manningham City
The Rotary Club of Manningham City Inc. received its official charter on 1 July 2023, bringing together Rotary clubs and individuals with diverse talents who have contributed to Manningham for over 45 years. The Club’s dedication to serving the community spans across all demographics, capabilities and requirements and plays a crucial role in maintaining connections among people.
In addition to the 2024 winners, the following nominees were highly commended for their outstanding contributions:
Highly Commended, Sports Volunteer of the Year – Michael James
Michael’s dedication to enhancing the Sharks Football Club has positively impacted the lives of many. His strong belief in fostering sporting values and essential life skills underscores his passion for nurturing well-rounded individuals. Michael has introduced programs that have contributed to the overall growth and success of the club’s players.
Highly Commended, Community Organisation of the Year – Manningham Toy Library
Founded 39 years ago, the Manningham Toy Library has served as a vital resource for the Templestowe Lower community, positively impacting the lives of numerous families. The Library’s focus on inclusivity and accessibility sees it offer a wide selection of toys that address different needs and developmental phases, highlighting its commitment to supporting the entire community.
To find out more, visit manningham.vic.gov.au/manningham-civic-awards.
Following a review and community research on Manningham Matters, we are pleased to introduce a refreshed design for the magazine with our February 2025 issue.
Last year we held a series of focus groups with community members about the magazine and based on your feedback, we’ve made some changes to the design and content of your community magazine.
The February issue features a great mix of Council and community news, we hope you enjoy reading about what’s happening in Manningham.
Some of the new and updated features include:
Take a read of this month’s Manningham Matters, distributed from Monday 17 February.
Taking its name from the unofficial description of the present day epoch which has seen human activity dramatically impact the earth's climate and ecology, this exhibition is the expression of four artists' efforts to record, reflect upon and potentially enact change in how humanity views and interacts with the world.
Shifting the Anthropocene features the work of Lesley Duxbury, Ruth Johnstone, Rosie Weiss and Stephen Wickham, who have variously photographed underwater ecosystems and stunning 400 year old eucalypts, and collected and drawn remnants of plants destroyed by bushfire, amongst other creative acts.
The works are descriptions of the immediate and personal effects of climate change as the artists have witnessed them. They also pivot to celebrate instances where individuals and communities have saved endangered species or enacted changes in environment laws through collective effort, thereby giving a hopeful and positive tenor to the exhibition overall.
Installation view of artworks by Lesley Duxbury. Photo by Charlie Kinross.
Explore a stunning reach of the Yarra River enjoying spectacular views as we rock hop over the escarpment and then along the gentler banks. Here we will see the results of more than 25 years of wildlife habitat rehabilitation.
The walk is 4.5km over 3 hours. Parts of the trail are not on a flat walking track and involve good balance and rock hopping. Please consider your ability to complete the walk, being mindful the group will need to keep a steady pace to complete it in the allocated time.
Wear solid walking shoes, weather appropriate clothing, a hat and sunscreen.
Participants must provide a mobile number.
Please note: This walk starts and finishes at different locations, so will involve a car shuttle with fellow walkers.
Location will be given upon registration.
This event is part our Manningham Spring Outdoors Series, where we offer a range of fun outdoor activities across Manningham.
You can also check what’s happening across other Councils by visiting the Spring Outdoors website.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
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Learn to play hockey or improve your skills!
This school holiday program is being delivered by Doncaster Hockey Club for both new and current players.
Program information
Program costs
Select from
How to apply
To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:
Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.
UPDATED: 28 March 2025 new date for community workshop
A new Arts Action Plan is set to guide future arts, culture and local history services, programs and activities in Manningham.
To inform the plan, artists, creatives and community members are invited to provide feedback to Council on what’s important to them about arts, culture and local history, and the types of programs they would like to see in the municipality.
Manningham Mayor, Cr Deirdre Diamante, said arts, culture and local history enriched community life by providing opportunities for expression and creativity, social connections and a sense of identity and belonging.
“Whether it’s visual arts and exhibitions, theatre, music and live performances, writing and literature, or photography and film - arts and culture touches everyone,” Cr Diamante said.
“Our local history dates back thousands of years from the traditional owners, the Wurrundjeri Woi-wurrung people, through the days of European settlement to our present multicultural community.
“Creative industries also form an important part of our local economy.”
Feedback can be provided by completing an online survey, or attending an online community workshop on Wednesday 8 April 2025, 6.00pm to 7.30pm.
More information is available at Your Say Manningham. Feedback closes Friday 25 April 2025.
Meeting Date: 28 March 2017
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
View and download the Council Papers below.
Join a friendly walking group and enjoy good company, fresh air, and green space in a brisk 50-minute walk around the neighbourhood....
Join a friendly walking group and enjoy good company, fresh air, and green space exposure.
This brisk 50-minute walk around the local neighbourhood starts and finishes at Pines Learning.
Guest speakers will be invited to some walks to share information regarding available supports for carers.
More information at Pines Learning.