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Together with Boroondara and Whitehorse City Council, we are welcoming international students!
We invite you to come and join us for a day of fun activities, while you make new friends and get to know the place you live in.
This is a FREE event. Registrations are essential.
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Women and girls from Wonga Park and surrounding areas are invited to participate in the Wonga Wizards Women's 3v3 soccer tournament.
Women of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to join in this fun event. No prior skills or experience required.
There will be time dedicated at the beginning of the day for some skill training and information.
Enter a team or register as an individual.
What to wear: active wear and sneakers
What to bring: drink bottle
Join the team from the Wonga Park Community Cottage for a free Tai Chi session.
The session will be held at Wonga Park Reserve (weather permitting) or at the Wonga Park Community Cottage.
This session is for females aged 20 plus. No experience required.
What to wear: clothes that allow movement
Wonga Park Community Cottage is celebrating This Girl Can by helping inspire women of all ages and abilities to get active however, wherever and whenever they choose, without being judged.
We 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.”
Meet the winners of the 2024 Manningham Civic Awards
Brian Tyedin - 2024 Citizen of the Year
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 - 2024 Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year
Luke has played a crucial role in the Scouting community for more than 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 - 2024 Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year
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 focused efforts on making the mental health of players and families first and foremost.
Anthony Milicia - 2024 Sports Volunteer of the Year
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.
Rotary Club of Manningham City - 2024 Community Organisation of the Year
The Rotary Club of Manningham City Inc. received its official charter on 1 July 2023, bringing together Rotary clubs and individuals with diverse talents that 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:
Michael James - Highly Commended, 2024 Sports Volunteer of the Year
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.
Manningham Toy Library - Highly Commended, 2024 Community Organisation of the Year
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.
A heartfelt thanks to the awardees who have dedicated so much of their time and efforts to improve our community.
Find out more about the Manningham Civic Awards.
A new larger-than-life exhibition is now open at the Manningham Art Gallery in Doncaster.
Pages of Me: A Bird, an Eye, Clouds, Ice cream, is a multimedia project by celebrated Melbourne artist and designer Beci Orpin.
Drawing from her textile-focused background, Orpin delves into mascot culture by creating a giant cat called Pomme, set in a display of oversized pages pulled from her sketchbook, blending bold patterns, found images and positive mantras.
The exhibition explores finding happiness through individuality and acceptance, and visitors are drawn in to read the mantras from Orpin’s pages and catch further glimpses of Pomme.
“The idea for the mascot came from seeing a series of photos of mascots caught in odd, unexpected places – doorways, ticket booths, elevators,” Orpin said.
“It struck me both as comical and a metaphor for getting ‘stuck in the cracks’. I often say that ‘the cracks’ are where I exist – somewhere between creative categories, never fully fitting into one genre.
“Though it can be challenging to exist in ‘the cracks’, it’s where I’m most authentic, where I can be fully myself and do my best work.”
Visitors are encouraged to get creative at the gallery themselves, drawing their own mascot, based on their unique qualities.
Orpin is known for her signature application of colour, shape and optimism. She has collaborated with major brands and organisations including Apple, Google Disney, Uniqlo and the Australian Ballet.
Manningham Mayor Deirdre Diamante said: “We’re thrilled to have such a highly regarded artist exhibit at the Manningham Gallery. It’s a wonderful exhibition and I encourage you to come and see it for yourself while you can.”
Pages of Me continues until Saturday 5 April 2025.
Manningham Art Gallery, 687 Doncaster Road, Doncaster, is open Wednesdays to Saturdays, 11.00am to 4.00pm.
More information about the event is available in Council's events calendar.
Image courtesy of the artist.
Manningham Council is developing a Stormwater Management Strategy (Strategy) to help identify, manage and reduce flood risk to people, property, infrastructure and the environment.
The Strategy will be informed by Council endorsed documents, existing data, customer requests, flood mapping information and internal stakeholder feedback.
Manningham Mayor, Councillor Carli Lange said: “With a rapidly changing climate, population growth and increased development, effective stormwater management is critical in supporting a healthy, safe and resilient community.”
“As identified in our endorsed Climate Emergency Action Plan (CEAP), we’re committed to sustainably, mitigating against, and adapting to the impacts of climate change. The management of flood risk is also a significant strategic outcome included in the Yarra Strategic Plan,” Cr Lange said.
“Flooding is an inevitable part of our weather cycle. With more frequent and extreme weather events projected, we need to be proactive and consider how we can improve our preparedness and flood resilience.
“To achieve this, we’re leveraging customer and flood data to help inform the Stormwater Management Strategy – setting priorities to help us sustainably meet the challenges ahead,” Cr Lange said.
The Strategy forms part of Council’s approach to managing flooding and stormwater for a resilient future for Manningham. It will provide clear objectives to help guide stormwater planning and delivery of future projects and infrastructure as part of the long-term Capital Works Program.
It will comprise a two-part document including:
It will also identify current regulatory obligations relating to stormwater management flood risk and safety controls, considering residual and future flood risk management standards.
Council is undertaking several flooding and stormwater management initiatives, aimed at building a more resilient and liveable Manningham and facilitating robust planning for the future.
Part of this work includes developing a draft Integrated Water Management Strategy, which will respond to emerging water risks and challenges and identify opportunities to adapt to a more water constrained future.
Together with Melbourne Water, Council is also preparing comprehensive flood mapping to better identify and respond to areas of flood risk throughout Manningham.
In August 2022, Council appointed a Flooding and Stormwater Management Community Reference Panel, providing a direct link between Council and representatives of the Manningham community.
In informing Council’s deliberations, the Panel is helping support quality transparent decision making processes, to best place the Manningham community to proactively address emerging water challenges.
Council will consider the draft Stormwater Management Strategy Policy for adoption in August 2024. The Strategy is expected to be completed in late 2024.
For further information on our flooding and stormwater management initiatives, visit the Flooding and Stormwater Management Your Say Manningham page.
Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.
Join urban food garden specialist Kat Lavers from The Plummery as she discusses garden tools and infrastructure.
The session will cover:
Kat will also cover which tools are worth investing a few dollars in, and how to look after them.
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.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.
In this comprehensive program, Sustainable Gardening Australia will cover everything you need to know about preparing your garden (in Spring) for a bumper summer harvest.
Part one will cover planning, preparing, and growing your garden organically.
Topics include:
Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.
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.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.
In this comprehensive program, Sustainable Gardening Australia will cover everything you need to know about preparing your garden (in Spring) for a bumper summer harvest.
Part 2 will cover:
Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.
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.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
We’re reviewing Manningham’s Public Toilet Plan and seeking your feedback on local toilet facilities. The Public Toilet Plan (2021) is a 10-year plan to ensure a network of sustainable, safe, accessible and quality purpose-built facilities.
What’s been delivered so far?
Since the plan was endorsed in 2021, we’ve completed 12 new and upgraded public toilets across Manningham. We’re also on track to upgrade two more facilities by the end of the year
See what’s been delivered and what we are planning here.
Why are public toilets important?
Public toilets are essential for people to enjoy public spaces without feeling restricted. They help us socialise, exercise, play, learn and engage with the community. Well-placed facilities also support local business by encouraging visitors and residents to spend more time in the area.
Have your say
To share your thoughts and ideas, complete our short survey by Sunday 29 June.
Your feedback will help us create better public toilet facilities for everyone.
To have your say visit YourSay Manningham Public Toilet Plan Review.
More information
If you have any questions, please contact us at 9840 9333 or email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au
We’re reviewing our Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) and seeking your input on the priorities for managing dogs and cats in Manningham for the next four years.
The DAMP will provide a framework for how Council manages pets and supports their owners.
Residents are invited to provide feedback on several key areas, including:
Registration and identification of dogs and cats
Nuisance dogs and cats
Dog aggression and attacks
Dog walking in Manningham
Lost and found animals
Your feedback will help inform the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026-2029.
Visit YourSay Manningham and complete the survey between Monday 2 June and Sunday 29 June.
To speak to someone or complete the survey in your preferred language, please call 9840 9355.
If you would like this information in a different format, please contact manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au or call 9840 9333.
Meeting Date: 24 April 2018
Meeting Time: 7.00 pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
The Manningham Community Panel has reached a significant milestone, charting a course for the future after delivering its final recommendations to Council.
Manningham Mayor Councillor Deirdre Diamante said the Panel’s insights will be invaluable in ensuring that the Council’s strategic plans are grounded in the community's needs and aspirations.
“By listening to the voices of our community, we’re ensuring that our decisions and actions reflect and align with what matters most to our residents,” Cr Diamante said.
“The Panel has played a crucial role in this process, comprising members from diverse age groups, cultural backgrounds and geographic locations that represent the unique tapestry of our community.
“This collaborative approach will help enable us to create a more inclusive, resilient, sustainable and vibrant community for all.”
The Panel was established to identify Manningham's key priorities, challenges and opportunities – to help guide our strategic plans. This includes the Community Vision 2040, the four-year Council Plan, and the 10-year Asset and Financial Plans.
Throughout the process, Panel members deliberated for approximately 1,680 collective hours and heard from over 50 speakers from Council and community.
They handed over their recommendations at the final meeting on 1 February 2025. They span several themes including community safety, transport, open spaces and more.
“Over the coming weeks, we’ll prepare a response to each of the panel’s recommendations, including how they will be implemented or the reasons for not supporting any recommendation,” Cr Diamante said.
“We’re sincerely grateful to the panel members for their time and efforts during this dynamic process and committed to implementing the panel’s recommendations to the fullest extent possible. We’ll ensure their insights are carefully considered in all our decision-making as we plan ahead for Manningham,” the Mayor added.
For further information and stay up to date, visit YourSay Manningham.
Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.
Karen Sutherland has a lifelong passion for growing her own food. In this seminar Karen will share with you her expertise in incorporating a bush tucker garden at your place.
This session will cover:
Start your passion for native edibles such as lemon and cinnamon myrtle, native thyme and sage, peppers, mints, fruits and berries.
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.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
Are you tired of skyrocketing energy bills and worried about sweltering in the summer heat? It's time to control the heat and create a cool comfort haven at home this summer.
Join this webinar to discover how to:
Whether you live in a small apartment or a spacious family home, this presentation offers solutions for every type of living space.
Join us for this essential presentation and take the first step toward creating a cool, comfortable, and energy-efficient home.
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.
Registration is essential.
To celebrate Plastic Free July, we'll be popping up at our local activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use plastics. ...
We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste.
To celebrate Plastic Free July, we'll be popping up at our local activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use plastics.
Come along and say hello!
Learn to ride a bike during this 5-week introductory riding program for women, female-identifying and non-binary riders who are aged 18 years and over.
The program focuses on:
Follow the lead of accredited AusCycling instructors and increase your bike confidence and skills in a supportive, safe, off-road and friendly environment.
Who is it for? This program is suitable for people who don't know how to ride, and for people with some basic riding experience. If you don’t have a bike or helmet, we'll hire these for you. Just make sure you let your instructor know upon your arrival at the first session.
Where to meet: At the car park area to the left of the Mullum Mullum Stadium entrance.
What to bring: Your bike and helmet if you have them, and a water bottle.
What to wear: Comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.
Please note: Places in this program are limited, so book your spot now.
Footy 4 Fun Multicultural is an offering for kids aged five to 12 years from diverse backgrounds that focuses on providing a safe and inclusive introduction to football. While the kids are learning all about the basic skills of the game, parents will be provided an opportunity to understand the game of Australia Rules Football too!
Click on the flyer below for more information.
Run 4 Fun is a unique skills-based program designed to teach kids and teenagers the fundamentals of good running technique. Participants will learn to move more efficiently in a fun and supportive environment. Sessions are designed to suit designated age groups with a combination of skills, activities and games.
We encourage participants to register for at least two sessions so that there is continuity, and skill-based development and progression, as each session will be designed to build on the previous sessions.
Program information
Terms and conditions
How to apply
Register to attend via try booking.
Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.
Run 4 Fun is a unique skills-based program designed to teach kids and teenagers the fundamentals of good running technique. Participants will learn to move more efficiently in a fun and supportive environment. Sessions are designed to suit designated age groups with a combination of skills, activities and games.
We encourage participants to register for at least two sessions, so that there is continuity, and skill-based development and progression, as each session will be designed to build on the previous sessions.
Program information
Terms and conditions
How to apply
Register now via try booking.
Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.