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UPDATE: This event has been cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
By switching to induction cooking, you can create a safer home for your family.
Curious about switching to induction cooking? Keen to reduce food waste in your kitchen? Join us for a hands-on cooking workshop, followed by a community meal hosted by Ajani Neighbourhood House.
Our facilitator from Open Table will provide an educational and interactive cooking experience, focusing on innovative yet simple ways to reduce our household food waste. You'll learn more about the benefits of induction cooking and how Solar Savers can make it easy to switch.
Be inspired to get creative with vegetable scraps, odds and ends and excess seasonal produce!
Workshop content:
Induction cooking - how it works, cookware, how to switch
Food waste impacts
Interactive cooking demonstration and tasting - Veggie Scrap Fritters
Hands on activity - Pantry Clear Out Bliss Balls
The workshop will be followed by a 2-course lunch, including food prepared during the hands on activity.
About Open Table
Open Table is a Melbourne based charity with the dual purpose of increasing food security and reducing food waste. They share good food that would otherwise go to waste through regular free community lunches and food relief programs.
Please note:
Registrations are essential and places are limited.
This workshop is funded by Manningham Council and hosted in partnership with Ajani Neighbourhood House. The event admission fee paid to Ajani covers the cost of the venue, lunch, tea and coffee.
This event is aimed at adults and is not suitable for children.
Food tasting is involved - you will be required to detail any allergies when registering.
Please wear close-toed shoes to the event.
Power up a cleaner future
This event is part of our Electrify Your Life program, which supports residents to go all-electric at home, creating a brighter Manningham. Learn how to make the switch at Electrify Your Life.
… Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses. This Q and A session is for … how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment. Manningham Business Digital Accelerator Program … Digital …
The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses.
This Q and A session is for people who want to follow up after our Digital Accelerator Program - unleashing the power of AI workshop.
It's your chance to get additional support with tailored advice from facilitator, Kirri Romero from The Online Fix.
Come along and ask all those questions that have arisen as you apply the learnings.
Don't miss this chance to deep dive or get advice and ideas specific to your business to support you with your marketing activities.
Session is run online, via Zoom.
Book now!
About the speaker
Kirri Romero, Director and Chief Digital Strategist, The Online Fix
Kirri Romero is the lead digital strategist and principal consultant at the Online Fix, a strategy, mentoring and upskilling digital consultancy. Kirri has over 20 years of experience working in all facets of online, creating successful online experiences working in a variety of industries, from finance to education, food, fashion and health industries. She is a top-rated mentor and training facilitator for the Digital Solutions program, Business Resilience Program and Partners in Wellbeing program. Kirri has her own mentoring client book, she helps hundreds of businesses each year with their digital marketing strategy and tactical help to take action on their marketing.
Her foundational knowledge was gained during the formative years of growing the digital presence of Australian Super to what you see today and continues now with her own multi-channel marketing consultancy servicing a range of clients. As a result, her strategy and solutions work are grounded in up to the minute practical experience gained from operating the field.
The digital know how gained from years of working online and her in-depth understanding of the online environment has made her adept at adapting to the unfolding trends of digital while being able to quickly show her clients how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment.
… Get approval to perform in Manningham. Tags Businesses Event organisation … Apply for …
Do you have a talent for music and dance? Perhaps magic is more your speed? Then why not share your talents with the community.
We love our residents displaying their talents in public spaces, while enjoying the benefits of public performance. But before you do, there’s a few things you should know.
If you’d like to busk on land that we own, you must:
You’re able to busk at several shopping precincts and plaza. You should be aware that some shopping precincts are privately owned. So, they’re not within our jurisdiction and permits don’t apply. You should contact the management of the shopping centre for approval to busk.
To busk on Council-owned sites, approval from Manningham Council is required and the following conditions apply:
A Council approved and current approval is to be carried at all times when busking and produced when requested by a Council Local Laws Officer.
Applicants are limited to request a maximum of 4 sites per month.
Buskers under the age of 14 years must be accompanied at all times during their public performance by a parent/guardian.
Busking applications submitted by performers under the age of 18 years must have parent/guardian consent and provide contact details to confirm consent. Manningham Council reserves the right to request a hardcopy parental consent.
Busking is only to be conducted between 9.00am and 9.00pm, or otherwise as requested by the relevant Traders Association
No busker may obstruct any footpath, carriageway, shop entrance and/or exit, or other public or private thoroughfare. Performers and their equipment must be a minimum of 2.5 metres from the shop front to allow for unobstructed pedestrian movement along the footpath. Please refer to Council’s Footpath Trading Guidelines for further details. No electrical cords into shops are to be used to power equipment
Prior to performing, the busker must obtain the verbal permission of the shopkeeper(s)/ trader(s) located directly adjacent to the performance area in order to agree to the location and length of time the busker will perform in that space (limited to a maximum of two hours in one location). The busker must cease performing immediately if requested to do so by any trader adjacent to the performance area.
A performance location must not be within 100 metres of another busker or shopkeeper(s)/trader(s) public performance/activity. A Street Stall or fundraising activity will take precedent over a Busking approvals.
No collection of personal information from the public is allowed. Performers may only distribute their own details using a professional card or flier.
A suitable receptacle for the receipt of public donations or relevant sale items can be placed within the performance area. No active soliciting of money or active selling of audio visual or printed material is permitted.
Buskers must have enough performance content such that they are presenting entertaining and non-repetitive material.
Electronic amplification is not permitted unless otherwise agreed directly with the relevant Traders Association or body corporate. If a music track is required (e.g. to accompany a dance item) the music must be kept at a reasonable level and not require electrical cords or outlets. Music volume must be turned off or reduced if requested by any centre/shopkeeper.
Buskers are required to perform in a manner that is safe for the public realm, undertaking no activities that may present as a risk (or perceived risk) to the public, themselves, property or traders. No fire or other dangerous materials or equipment are to be used in any busking performance.
Any works on a driveway need a vehicle crossing permit. Find out how to apply and how much it costs
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When do you need a vehicle crossing permit?
A vehicle crossing is sometimes known as a driveway that is on Manningham land.
If you are planning on doing any of the following works to a vehicle crossing, you will need a permit:
constructing a new vehicle crossing
altering an existing vehicle crossing
repairing a vehicle crossing
replacing a vehicle crossing.
A vehicle crossing permit is to make sure you complete the works to the standards we require. A permit also ensures the works are safe.
Who can apply for a permit?
If you are planning to do works to a vehicle crossing, you will need to get a permit. An applicant can be:
a homeowner
a builder
a concreter
a developer.
The person who gets the permit is responsible for the works.
The permit application process
The permit application process takes approximately 10 to 15 business days. The approved permit is valid for 6 months from the date of issue.
How much does it cost?
The cost for an application is $327.
For any required re-inspection a fee of $188 applies.
You will receive an invoice after an initial assessment. You do not need to pay upfront.
You can pay using our online service. Just use the permit reference number VC or other payment options outlined on the invoice.
How to apply
Apply online. Include as much detail as you can in your application and can include basic plans. This helps us understand what works you are doing.
After receiving your application, we will complete an assessment and prepare the permit conditions.
We will contact you to discuss any problems with the proposed works.
You will receive an invoice for the application fee after submitting your form. You will get the invoice within 10 business days.
If there’s no issues, you will receive your permit a couple of days after paying the invoice.
For complex vehicle crossing works, the approval process may take longer.
What happens next?
Once we have received your application form, this is the approval process:
We will inspect the property and check the details of the proposed works.
We will contact you if there are any issues.
If there are no issues, we will send you an invoice for the permit fee.
After paying the permit fee, we will send you the approved permit.
You can start the works after receiving the approved permit. You will have 6 months to complete the works.
We require you to book an inspection of the vehicle crossing works. You can find the inspection details on the approved permit.
After completing the works, we will check the finished product.
We will contact you to discuss any issues with the completed works.
What vehicle crossing standards do you have to follow?
We reserve the right to revoke permits at any time. We may also allow an extension before the permit expires. Extensions are generally only for a couple of weeks and are not always approved.
The vehicle crossing must conform to our standards, specifications and requirements. We will supervise the construction.
Vehicle crossings must be a minimum of 3 metres and a maximum of 4 metres in width, with 6 metre widths maximum in special circumstances. Unless, approved as part of a planning permit. You will find the exact details of approved works in the permit.
The number of vehicle crossings and widths of vehicle crossings allowed per property are in the table below.
Property frontage
1 vehicle crossing
2 vehicle crossings
0 metres to 15 metres
3 metres only
Not permitted
15 metres to 30 metres
3 metres to 4 metres
Not permitted
30 metres to 60 metres
3 metres to 4 metres
3 metres each
60+ metres (rural area)
3 metres to 6 metres
3 metres to 4 metres each
How to cancel
Contact us if you want to cancel your application.
Find out how to apply for and asset protection permit when a building permit has been issued or building or demolition works are proposed.
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Why do you need this permit?
You will need an asset protection permit for any building work that can potentially damage or destroy Manningham assets. These include:
roads, right of way and laneways
footpaths
kerb and channels
nature strips
trees
signage and street furniture.
The permit helps us monitor potential damage. This keeps people safe and authorises us to make sure damaged public assets are fixed.
Which activities need a permit?
All building activities and projects require a building permit including:
construction of a new dwelling, garage, or shed
demolitions
internal or external renovations
subdivision of land
pool construction
construction of pool, decking, pergola, veranda, patio or alfresco areas.
Who is the permit applicant?
An applicant is any person or company who is responsible for the works. They will be responsible and liable for any damages and repairs required to the satisfaction of Manningham. The permit also protects the applicant from paying for any damages present prior to the commencement of building work.
What are the penalties for not having a permit?
A property owner or an applicant may be breaching local laws and can receive an infringement notice or penalty if they don’t obtain a permit. Enforcement actions can also lead to legal prosecution and the Magistrate’s Court will determine the punishment.
When do you need the permit?
If you are an owner or builder, you must obtain a permit at least 10 business days before the commencement of any works.
Applications take about 10 business days to process. A permit will only be issued once the permit fee and bond have been paid.
How much does it cost?
If the total costs of works are under $1 million
A non-refundable permit fee is $440 plus a security bond determined by the works and land.
If the total costs of works are $1 million or above
A non-refundable permit fee will range between $621 and $20,000 plus the required security bond. The amount payable will depend on the scope and value of the development. The permit fee will be determined by the City Infrastructure manager.
Security bond
Our asset protection officer will determine the security bond after an initial site inspection. We will make a security bond determination after a site inspection. The amount will range between $1000 and $20,000. The amount will consider the nature and extent of the works.
Commercial developments of works that pose a higher risk to our assets may incur a bond greater than $20,000.
When will your security bond be refunded?
If there is no damage or the applicant repairs any damage after the completion of building work, the applicant will receive a refund for the security bond.
A bond may be used to remedy:
a breach of permit conditions
any damages caused by the works.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to repair damage caused by other authorities before receiving a security bond refund. If we are required to repair any damages that exceeds the bond amount further charges may apply. The applicant will receive a separate invoice in such an event.
The fee increase covers road asset administration and associated inspection costs of the permits.
How to apply
Download and complete the asset protection application:
If you are no longer doing any work requiring an asset protection permit, contact us to cancel your application or permit. If you have already made a payment, a decision will be made on any applicable refund.
… opportunities for older people. We have several clubs in Manningham for older adults. The centres and clubs provide … martial arts, Tai Chi. Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Ajani Centre 284 Thompsons Road, Lower … Templestowe Lower Templestowe Community Centre Corner Manningham Road and Balmoral Avenue Lower Templestowe 3107 …
We have several clubs in Manningham for older adults. The centres and clubs provide social and recreational opportunities for older people.
Looking for events for older adults? View the older adults page for details.
… overlays, planning applications and MelbWater overlays in Manningham. About Council Maps … Find planning information …
How to find planning zones
Use the search bar in the top left hand corner to locate a property.
A pop-up will appear on the bottom of the screen, select Planning Zones to view all relevant planning zones.
Select a planning zone link to view more information
To view planning zones across Manningham, use the zoom in and zoom out icons or use the scroll on your mouse to view planning zones on each property.
How to find planning overlays
Use the search bar in the top left hand corner to locate a property.
A pop-up will appear on the bottom of the screen, select Planning Overlays to view all relevant planning overlays.
Select a planning overlay link to view more information.
To view planning overlays across Manningham, use the zoom in and zoom out icons or use the scroll on your mouse to view planning overlays on each property.
How to find planning applications
Refer to the top left of the screen and select the What's nearby menu
Select Planning Applications from the menu.
Choose the type of application:
Option one: Select Planning applications - advertising to view planning applications currently being advertised on or near the property you have searched for.
Option two: Select Planning applications - current to view planning applications in use on or near the property you have searched for.
Select a planning application to view more information.
A pop-up will appear on the bottom of the screen, select View Permit Details to view the application.
How to view the MelbWater overlay
Melbourne Water has designated land under Regulation 806 for proposed works/structures that may affect Melbourne Water's waterways and/or assets.
Refer to the top right of the screen and select the change map icon.
Choose the MelbWater Reg154 layer. The map will change to reflect the overlay on each property.
Use your mouse to scroll/zoom in and zoom out of the map to view in detail the overlay and which properties are affected.
Select a property to view more detailed information about the planning zones on a property.
… Program is offering free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses. Join us for this Q and A … how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment. Manningham Business Digital Accelerator Program … Digital …
The Digital Accelerator Program is offering free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses.
Join us for this Q and A session on understanding Instagram.
This session is for people who attended our Digital Accelerator Program workshop: From Zero to Insta-Hero - understanding Instagram for business newcomers.
It's your chance to get additional support with tailored advice from the facilitator, Kirri Romero from The Online Fix.
Come along and ask all those questions that have come up as you apply all your learnings.
Don't miss this chance to deep dive or get advice and ideas specific to your business to support you with your marketing activities.
Session is run online, via Zoom.
Book your spot!
About the speaker
Kirri Romero, Director and Chief Digital Strategist, The Online Fix
Kirri Romero is the lead digital strategist and principal consultant at the Online Fix, a strategy, mentoring and upskilling digital consultancy. Kirri has over 20 years of experience working in all facets of online, creating successful online experiences working in a variety of industries, from finance to education, food, fashion and health industries. She is a top-rated mentor and training facilitator for the Digital Solutions program, Business Resilience Program and Partners in Wellbeing program. Kirri has her own mentoring client book, she helps hundreds of businesses each year with their digital marketing strategy and tactical help to take action on their marketing.
Her foundational knowledge was gained during the formative years of growing the digital presence of Australian Super to what you see today and continues now with her own multi-channel marketing consultancy servicing a range of clients. As a result, her strategy and solutions work are grounded in up to the minute practical experience gained from operating the field.
The digital know how gained from years of working online and her in-depth understanding of the online environment has made her adept at adapting to the unfolding trends of digital while being able to quickly show her clients how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment.
… that have made an outstanding contribution to Manningham. Tags Civic Awards … Freedom of the City award …
We have three awards that recognise the outstanding contribution of locals who have distinguished themselves with their service to the community.
Freeman or Freewoman of the City- thisaward recognises the outstanding contribution made to the community by an individual. All nominees have given extensive and distinguished service, in a largely voluntary capacity to local organisations and community groups.
Key to the City - this is a single event award which acknowledges the contribution of an individual, group or organisation for an outstanding achievement in sport, entertainment or humanitarian work at a national or international level.
Freedom of Entry to the City - this award reflects a special relationship between a local emergency services unit or an Australian Defence Force unit and the local community.
Our award recipients
The following people have received Freedom of the City Awards.
Mr William (Bill) Howard Larkin, OAM - Freeman of the City 2011
No. 401 Squadron, Australian Air Force Cadets - Freedom of the City 2001
The Honourable Neil Anthony Brown, QC, - Freeman of the City 1991
Mr Barry Anthony Jones - Freeman of the City 1990
Mr Leslie John Cameron - Freeman of the City 1990
Mr Irvine Heber Green, OAM - Key to the City 1988
Sir Raymond William Garrett, AFC, AEA - Freeman of the City 1987
Please note award recipients include those made by the Manningham Council's predecessor, the City of Doncaster and Templestowe.
… share your club or community groups story for our eNews or Manningham Matters. Tags All News … Submit a news story …
Manningham Matters is our community magazine and is distributed to all households and businesses in Manningham throughout the year. We highlight events and information from both Council and community organisations.
We also produce a monthly eNewsletter featuring the latest news and events, updates about works and projects, community engagement opportunities and other timely news. You can subscribe to receive this eNews sent directly to your inbox.
We love hearing from you, so if your club, community organisation or group has something you think would make a great story please fill out the form below so we can get in touch.
If you are sending photographs to accompany your story, please ensure you have the permission of any people shown in your photographs by having them complete and sign our Photo and Video Consent Form (125.85 KB)
You can see the submission deadlines and distribution dates for both publications below.
… development information that you need to start works in Manningham. You can learn about tree removal as well. Get … and discover more about your neighbourhood. The Manningham Planning Scheme View all amendments to our … Get advice and find heritage listed properties in Manningham. How to build or renovate your heritage listed …
Get guidance on popular topics like removing trees or building fences to understand land-use, planning, building and infrastructure needs. You can also find links to important mapping and planning resources.
New to property and development?
Get familiar with the general permit process with our when do you need a permit guide.
Explore our maps to find information about your property. View up to date and historical aerial photography and discover more about your neighbourhood.
Do you need to connect to sewer and remove an old septic tank? Find out how to safely decommission your septic tank and how to notify us after it has been removed.
VicSmart Permit applications for two dwellings on a lot
… food and art culture with a touch of history, find out why Manningham is a special place to be. With a vibrant food and art culture with a touch of history, Manningham is a special place to be. Retaining many of its cultural links, there’s something for everyone in Manningham: from sacred sites of the area’s First Peoples to …
With a vibrant food and art culture with a touch of history, Manningham is a special place to be. Retaining many of its cultural links, there’s something for everyone in Manningham: from sacred sites of the area’s First Peoples to the early gold mining settlements.
Local government
Local government in the area dates back to the election of the Templestowe District Roads Board in 1856. The first meeting of the Board was at Upper Yarra Hotel, Templestowe.
Proclamation that the Shire of Doncaster and Templestowe took place on 28 February 1967. Up until 15 December 1994, Doncaster and Templestowe Council administered the area until the creation of the City of Manningham. The new city included Doncaster, Templestowe and small sections of the Shire of Lilydale. Wonga Park and part of north Ringwood also became part of Manningham. Three State Government appointed commissioners managed the city until 24 march 1997 when 8 councillors were sworn into office.
Our First Nations heritage
You can see the rich cultural heritage of the area through local landmarks and places of significance. First Peoples have been in Victoria for over 30,000 years and we can still see evidence of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung presence in Manningham.
From the mid-1800s, European settlement began in Manningham with the earliest building constructed in the 1840s. We still have plenty of places of heritage significance where visitors and locals can explore and admire.
Each suburb in Manningham has its own unique characteristics and are wonderful places to live and visit.
Bulleen
Bulleen's name is from Bolin Bolin, a Wurundjeri name for a nearby billabong on the Yarra. Dairy farms dominated the area until the 1930s. It remained a rural district until the post war era with a lack of public transport and difficult river crossings delaying development.
Residential subdivision and development gained momentum in the 1950s.
Doncaster
Doncaster's name comes from John Robert Wilson, who opened the Doncaster Arms Inn in 1854 on his way to the Warrandyte gold diggings. Wilson named the inn after his English hometown, Doncaster.
A number of settlements started along the Koonung Creek in the 1850s and the early settlers made a living from timber, but as time passed orcharding became the major local industry.
The Doncaster Shire came into being in 1890.
The area gained a reputation as one of Victoria's best fruit producers and remained a thriving local industry until after WWII. The orchards were progressively subdivided for residential development from the 50s.
Doncaster East
Development in Doncaster East began on the southern part of the suburb in the 1950s and continued into the 1980s. Doncaster East is now an established residential area with a stable population.
Donvale and Nunawading
Development in Donvale and Nunawading began in the 1950s. Low density development continued into the 1980s. Both Donvale and Nunawading are now well established residential areas with growing populations.
Park Orchards and Ringwood North
Development of the Park Orchards area began in 1925 when a portion of one of Tom Petty's orchards known as 'the park' became a country club estate after subdivision. Saxil Tuxen, a protégé of Walter Burley Griffin, designed the subdivision drawing inspiration from Griffin's Ranelagh Estate in Mount Eliza.
Templestowe
In the 1850s, Templestowe was as a village on the Yarra on the route to the Warrandyte gold fields. It’s one of the oldest areas of settlement in Manningham. The village remained a relatively small settlement well into the 20th century, with the area outside the town remaining as orchards.
The name Templestowe comes from a mythical place in Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe.
Templestowe Lower
The development of Lower Templestowe preceded that of greater Templestowe. The area is predominantly a post-war suburb with substantial development occurring in the 1950s and 1960s.
Warrandyte and Warrandyte South
Warrandyte is one of the original villages of Manningham. It’s believed that the name Warrandyte is a combination of the Wurundjeri Aboriginal words warran (to throw) and dyte (the object aimed at).
Development began in Warrandyte after the first discovery of gold in Victoria in 1851. Commercial gold mining was undertaken by a number of companies throughout the latter half of the 19th century without the success of the Ballarat and Bendigo diggings.
Located on the beautiful Yarra River, Warrandyte is a thriving residential area and tourist and arts destination. Warrandyte South remains a semi-rural area.
Wonga Park
Wonga Park's name comes from the Wonga Park grazing property. The owner of the property, Simon Wonga was also an elder of the Wurundjeri people.
The area was a mixture of orchards, grazing properties and timbered land. It was part of Mooroolbark until the late 1880s when the property came into the hands of an insurance company and other holdings. The land was then sold by the Wonga Park Land Co.
Four years later when small settlements were a way of relieving unemployment after the failure of the land boom, about 20 members of an Eight Hours Pioneer Memorial Association took up small holdings on a former timber reserve.
Development of the township and surrounds was relatively slow until the 1980s after the release of a number of rural and residential subdivisions.
… If you are new to Manningham, make sure to register your pet with us. This will …
If you are new to Manningham, you need to transfer your pet's registration to us. This will make sure they’re safe at all times and keep pound costs down if they ever get lost.
When to update your pet's registration details?
Whenever the contact details change of your pet, you need to contact us in writing to update your pet's registration details. This may include:
You have moved house - whether it's within our municipality or from another council in Victoria.
contact us in writing, via email or post, to update your pet's registration details
contact your pet registry to update your pet’s microchip details.
If you're unsure which registry it is, search using pet's microchip number on pet address.
… are the Wurundjeri people, the Traditional Owners of Manningham. Tags About Council Our History … Our First …
Manningham Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the Traditional Owners of the land and waterways now known as Manningham.
Council pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging, and values the ongoing contribution to enrich and appreciate the cultural heritage of Manningham.
Council acknowledges and respects Australia’s First Peoples as Traditional Owners of lands and waterways across Country, and encourages reconciliation between all.
Manningham Council values the contribution made to Manningham over the years by people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Local Government plays a key role in activating Reconciliation within local communities by:
playing a leadership role in creating meaningful relationships
recognising and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander self-determination and cultural rights
building understanding of our shared history
celebrating, recognising and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritages
providing our local community and the education sector with an opportunity to take an active part in the process of Reconciliation
offering public programs, projects and events
providing accessible services; and
being a proactive employer and procurer of services.
Council articulates how this can be achieved through a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
Manningham Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
The Manningham Innovate RAP 2023-25 has been developed in partnership with Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Corporation, local First Nations peoples, local residents, Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group and Reconciliation Australia.
Council is committed to fostering respect for and understanding of First Nations cultures, histories, knowledge and rights throughout our organisation and the municipality.
The Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group will monitor the implementation of the RAP along with Reconciliation Australia.
In 2019, Council established regular Cultural Consultations with Elders and staff of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation (the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Corporation).
As the Registered Aboriginal Party for Manningham, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Corporation plays a key role in decision making for and protection of cultural heritage and as such are recognised as the primary guardians, keepers and knowledge holders of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.
The regular Cultural Consultations with Elders provide Council with an opportunity to ensure our projects, services and systems work towards progressing reconciliation.
The East Kulin Nation have lived in the area now known as Melbourne, for more than 65,000 years harnessing the rich resources of the Yarra River and surrounding bush lands and ranges. Part of the East Kulin Nation are the Wurundjeri people who spoke the Woi-wurrung language who are the Traditional Owners of Manningham.
Wurundjeri people called the Yarra River "Birrarung" – 'river of mists and shadows'. The Birrarung was central to the traditional Country of the Wurundjeri willam people. Throughout Manningham, Wurundjeri people lived near the Birrarung and its tributaries, caring for the many culturally significant places in the area. The Yarra Flats in Manningham are associated with the accomplishments of creation ancestors and spiritual beings. Bolin Bolin Billabong in Bulleen was an important living and eel fishing area, a place which Wurundjeri people requested for their reserved use in 1840. It remained an important living area and visiting place for Wurundjeri people returning from lyrebird hunting in the Yarra Ranges into the 1850s.
For thousands of years the Wurundjeri nurtured and protected this land and its creation stories, and in return, enjoyed the highest standards of living, health and wellbeing. The river was plentiful with teeming wildfowl in the wetlands of Bulleen, continual harvests in the fish traps, and freshwater mussel farms along the Yarra. The Stringybark and Manna Gum forests also provided abundant game and bush tucker for a population of several hundred people.
The Wurundjeri people shared the same belief system as the East Kulin Nation. The creation period stretches back to when the creation ancestors and spirit beings travelled across the land, creating and naming as they went.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's oral tradition and religious values are based upon reverence for the land, and a belief in the creation period. The social moiety division and associated spiritual beings of the Woi-wurrung speaking people were Bunjil the wedge-tailed eagle and Waa the crow. Wurundjeri people were of the Waa moiety. During the creation period, Bunjil is their ancestor responsible for the creation of earth and men. Pallian the bat is their ancestor responsible for the creation of water and women. Waa was the protector of humankind.
Some very famous Wurundjeri people are associated with Manningham. In particular, William Barak and Simon Wonga who were both leaders of their community and have descendants still living in the region, some of whom are now Senior Elders themselves.
First Nations cultural heritage places in Manningham
First nations cultural heritage places relate to a particular place that's considered to be a sacred or historically important place for First Peoples. However, it should be noted that not all First Peoples cultural heritage places hold significance to the Wurundjeri community. Within Manningham, we have more than 90 sites of Wurundjeri significance, some of which are the most significant within regional Melbourne. These sites include burial or birthing sites, trading places, travelling pathways, campsites and ceremonial sites, gathering places, mission sites, reserves, and places where conflict took place. Archaeological evidence or artefacts verify where such sites exist within Manningham, as well as stories passed down from generations of Wurundjeri Elders.
Wurundjeri Stories Trail at Pound Bend
Pound Bend Tunnel Reserve, Warrandyte State Park, Pound Bend Road Warrandyte
Wurundjeri Stories is a fascinating and beautifully presented interpretive signage trail at Pound Bend that explores the Wurundjeri history, culture, traditional life, spirituality, events and the people linked to this sacred site.
There are seven signs, each containing in-depth historical accounts presented by a Wurundjeri working group, with stunning artwork and historical photographs, following a flat 1km riverside path, which walkers may wish to continue along the 3.5km River Walk or Loop Walk. Each sign features a section entitled ‘Bunjil’s Challenge’ which encourages walkers to explore the local surrounds in search of key features such as bush tucker, and to consider traditional lifestyle scenarios, making the trail an incredibly engaging, thought provoking and interactive experience.
Wurundjeri Stories is ideal for the casual walker, organised school and pre-school excursions, community groups and a ceremonial space for special Wurundjeri events. Groups are able to arrange for a Wurundjeri Elder or Educator to lead their organised excursion to the site.
A Wurundjeri Stories interpretive sign is also located at Wittons Reserve in Wonga Park, which shares the Wurundjeri history of this site, considered to be Sacred Women’s Country. The sign marks the beginning of the scenic Mount Lofty walk, a section of the Wurundjeri Songline route, the major Wurundjeri travelling route to the Yarra Valley.
For more information about the trail content, or to organise an Elder please contact the Wurundjeri Tribe Council at reception@wurundjeri.com.au or phone 9416 2905.
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