We operate and have established a large number of internal advisory groups and other committees. We are also a member of or associated with a number of external bodies and committees.
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… Advisory Committee Cr Gough Cr Grivas Cr Chen Cr Gough Manningham Community Fund Grants Panel Mayor Cr Grivas … Committee Cr Conlon Cr Grivas Cr Mayne Cr Conlon Manningham Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) Cr L Mayne Cr … Governance Association (VLGA) All 9 Councillors Whitehorse Manningham Regional Library Corporation (WMRLC) Cr Conlon …
The table below shows the members appointed to each committee. These appointments are reviewed on an annual basis.
All current appointments were made by Council on 26 November 2024.
| Council Committee | Appointee(s) for 2024/2025 | Chairperson Appointee for 2024/2025 |
| Arts Advisory Committee | Cr Eltaha | Appointed Councillor |
| Audit and Risk Committee | Cr Diamante Cr Lange | Independent Chairperson |
| CEO Employment and Remuneration Committee | All 9 Councillors | Mayor |
| Disability Advisory Committee | Cr Bain | Appointed Councillor |
| Flooding and Stormwater | Cr Lange Cr Conlon Cr Gough | Cr Lange |
| Gender Equality and LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee | Cr Mayne | Cr Mayne |
| Health and Wellbeing Advisory Committee | Mayor | Mayor |
| Healthy Ageing Advisory Committee | Cr Chen Cr Bain | Cr Chen |
| Historical Societies Working Group | Cr Lange | Appointed Councillor |
| Liveable Places and Spaces Advisory Committee | Cr Gough Cr Grivas Cr Chen | Cr Gough |
| Manningham Community Fund Grants Panel | Mayor Cr Grivas | Mayor |
| Multicultural Communities Advisory Committee | Cr Diamante Cr Eltaha Cr Bain | Cr Diamante |
| Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee (MEMPC) | Cr Lange | Director City Services or Delegate |
| Municipal Fire management Planning Committee (MFMPC) | Cr Lange | Commander
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| Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group | Cr Mayne | A member of the senior leadership team will serve as Chairperson |
| Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee | Cr Conlon Cr Grivas Cr Mayne | Cr Conlon |
| Manningham Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) | Cr L Mayne Cr Chen Cr Eltaha | Nominated committee Chairperson assisted by Cr L Mayne |
| External Bodies | Appointee(s) for 2024/2025 |
| Australian Local Government Women’s Association - Victoria (ALGWA-Vic) | Cr Mayne |
| Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance (EAHA) | Cr Bain |
| Eastern Region Group of Councils (ERG) The ERG works collaboratively on significant issues of common importance and priority through advocacy, integrated planning, shared services and joint procurement to benefit communities of the eastern region. | Mayor Cr Conlon |
| Eastern Transport Coalition (ETC) | Cr Chen |
| Metropolitan Transport Forum (MTF) | Cr Chen |
| Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) | Cr Grivas Substitute Cr Lange |
| Northern Alliance for Greenhouse Action (NAGA) Executive Committee | Cr Eltaha |
| Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) | All 9 Councillors |
| Whitehorse Manningham Regional Library Corporation (WMRLC) | Cr Conlon Cr Grivas |
… Day outing to Puffing Billy Seniors In partnership with Manningham Council, EV invites Seniors of Manningham to enjoy a day outing to Puffing Billy in the … Dandenong Ranges. The event is available to residents of Manningham aged 65 years and over. Included is bus transport …
In partnership with Manningham Council, EV invites Seniors of Manningham to enjoy a day outing to Puffing Billy in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges.
The event is available to residents of Manningham aged 65 years and over.
Included is bus transport to and from the Dandenong Ranges for a trip on Puffing Billy as well as morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
Please note: date may be subject to change, dependent on weather and train bookings.
For more information and to book, please call 9870 7822 or email elizabeth.mcfarlin@ev.org.au
… in the world while contributing valuable information about Manningham’s biodiversity. About the City Nature Challenge … most observations of the most species by the most people. Manningham is collaborating with more than 25 local … it to iNaturalist . Your observations will be added to the Manningham iNaturalist projects ( Manningham East or …
Take part in one of the largest Citizen Science projects in the world while contributing valuable information about Manningham’s biodiversity.
About the City Nature Challenge
The City Nature Challenge runs from Friday 25 April to Monday 28 April 2025.
In this worldwide BioBlitz, cities compete to make the most observations of the most species by the most people.
Manningham is collaborating with more than 25 local governments to form the Greater Melbourne project.
How to participate
It is free, easy and fun to get involved.
During the 4-day window of this challenge, take photos of plants or animals and upload it to iNaturalist.
Your observations will be added to the Manningham iNaturalist projects (Manningham East or Manningham West) so that we can compete with participants from across Melbourne and all over the world.
All data gets added to Australia’s database of plants and animals, helping scientists with their research to improve outcomes for our environment.
To prepare for the challenge:
- Install the iNaturalist app on your mobile phone and create an iNaturalist account.
- Join the Melbourne City Nature Challenge 2025: Greater Melbourne Project.
- Start adding your observations.
… exhibitions This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery. kose karu kin is a special project led by Manningham resident, Grace Dlabik. Connecting indigenous … Photo by Dan Elborne. Image courtesy of Grace Dlabik. Manningham Art Gallery Past Exhibitions … kose karu kin …
This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery.
kose karu kin is a special project led by Manningham resident, Grace Dlabik. Connecting indigenous women and non-binary folk through clay making using memory, embodiment, nurture, nourishment, and connection. kose karu kin invites you to view the cyclical nature of the materials used in this project, from raw clay, and traditional practices, to shared experiences within community.
kose karu kin (detail view). Photo by Dan Elborne. Image courtesy of Grace Dlabik.
… exhibitions This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery. Manningham Art Gallery is excited to present Gosia … The gallery environment and self-portraits submitted by Manningham residents are translated into shapes through …
This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery.
Manningham Art Gallery is excited to present Gosia Wlodarczak's A Space of Facial Deconstruction.
Over a five-day onsite performance, Gosia will create a large-scale drawing installation spanning across the interior of Gallery One.
The gallery environment and self-portraits submitted by Manningham residents are translated into shapes through Gosia’s senses. In a continuous process of meeting, overlapping and collision - in endless movement, the ongoing change and exchange will create a drawing installation over the period of the performance.
The result will be a stunning group portrait of the Manningham community.
View the performance
- Visit the gallery between 11.00am to 5.00pm from Tuesday 29 November to Saturday 3 December to watch Gosia's drawing performance
View the completed artwork
- Visit the gallery during regular opening hours up from Wednesday 7 December to Saturday 17 December to see the completed artwork.
During your visit to the gallery, you can also explore A Fragment of the Infinite Magnificence by Zahra Marsous in Gallery Two.
For further information on submitting your self-portrait and getting involved, please visit Gosia Wlodarczak: A Space of Facial Deconstruction.
Photo Credit: Longin Sarnecki
… exhibitions This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery. The Unfinished Business exhibition … to Australian Museum for loaning Unfinished Business to Manningham. Warning: First Nations Peoples should be aware … our Community Strengthening team on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au . Auslan interpreters should …
This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery.
The Unfinished Business exhibition reveals the stories of 30 First Nations people with disability.
Their deeply personal stories are complex and intertwined with Australia’s political and social history, which has resulted in today’s unacceptably high rates of disability in Australia’s First Nations communities. This was a collaborative project between participants and Artist and Social Documentarian, Belinda Mason Knierim OAM.
With thanks to Australian Museum for loaning Unfinished Business to Manningham.
Warning: First Nations Peoples should be aware that this exhibition contains images, voices, or names of deceased persons.
Image: Standing Tall, Uncle John Baxter, Latja Latja/Narungga man. Board Member Reconciliation Victoria and First Peoples Disability Network, Aboriginal Partnership Coordinator - Brotherhood of St Laurence / NDIS. Photo by Belinda Mason Knierim OAM from the series Unfinished Business. Image courtesy of the Artist.
If you require access supports to attend this exhibition, please contact our Community Strengthening team on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au. Auslan interpreters should be booked as early as possible.
… Find out about Manningham's 24 hour cat confinement order … Cat confinement …
Manningham has a 24-hour Cat Confinement Order to help protect your cats’ welfare.
Cat confinement means your pet cat is not allowed outside of your property boundary and is endorsed by animal welfare organisations including the RSPCA.
Keeping your cat at home is:
Safer for your cat
Keeping your cat at home is one of the best things you can do for them!
Research shows a cat contained to your property can live up to four times longer than a cat who is free to roam (Australian Veterinary Association, 2014).
It is a common misconception that cats need to roam. If their basic needs are met, cats enjoy longer and healthier lives when safely contained to the property.
Serious problems can happen if cats roam outdoors, particularly at night. Around 80% of accidents involving cats happen at night. (Animal Welfare Victoria)
Wandering cats are also exposed to, and can transmit, disease, can be hit by cars, become lost and fight with other cats and foxes.
Better for neighbour relations
We receive consistent complaints about cats entering neighbouring properties and spraying or defecating, fighting or making noise.
See more information below on engaging with neighbours who have a roaming cat.
Safer for local wildlife
Even well-fed cats will hunt and this can have a significant impact on local wildlife, including birds and possums.
Most of the reports Wildlife Victoria receives are about wildlife injured by domestic dogs and cats, this is why it is important for all Manningham pet owners to exercise responsible pet ownership.
See more information below, under ‘How is Cat Confinement Order being applied by Council’
What happens if my cat is caught outside my property?
We are encouraging you to be a responsible pet owner and to keep your cat within your property.
Our Local Laws officers will work with you to ensure compliance with the order, however we will be acting on reports from the community about roaming cats.
Enforcement of the cat confinement order will be assessed on an individual basis, as we work with our cat owners to promote responsible pet ownership.
If your cat is registered and microchipped this will assist Council Officers getting your cat home to you safely should your cat become lost.
Keeping your cat safe and healthy
Can I take my cat for a walk on a lead if there is cat confinement?
Yes, as long as you have effective control in a securely fitted harness, or the cat is in a carrier.
Lots of animal welfare organisations provide tips for training your cat to walk on lead and there are a range of harnesses and leashes available specifically for cats.
For tips and advice visit:
How can I train my cat to stay at home?
Resources are available to assist in the transition to helping your cat to an indoor (or an outdoor enclosure) lifestyle.
Some simple methods include feeding your cat indoors and not letting your cat back outside as soon as they're finished eating.
Young cats should adapt quite quickly to an indoor lifestyle, while cats used to roaming will take a little more time and training.
Often gradually increasing their time indoors will help to make the transition easier for your cat.
There are lots of ways to make indoors a fun and enriching place for your cat. Adding a few cat-friendly activities to our home will fulfill your cat’s natural instincts to search for food, play, as well as their climbing and clawing needs.
For tips and advice visit:
Is my cat allowed outdoors on my property?
Yes. Your cat is allowed outdoors, providing it remains within the boundaries of your property.
How can I keep my cat active outdoors?
For owners with an outdoor area, you can:
Will keeping my cat at home impact its mental health?
If a cat is kept active and given enrichment toys, then keeping your cat at home will have little effect on its mental health. As noted above, cats are still allowed outside, so long as they stay within your property boundary.
Indoor cats are less susceptible to disease and injury. A cat allowed to roam free has an average life expectancy of only three or four years, compared to 15 years or more for a cat kept at home (Animal Humane Society).
What do I do if a cat is wandering onto my property and causing a nuisance?
If you know the owner of the cat we encourage you to speak with them first. If the issue cannot be resolved and you wish to make a formal complaint, contact us.
If you feel uncomfortable about confronting a neighbour about their wandering pet, we have provided a printable resource for you to anonymously let them know about their cat's unwanted roaming.
Can I request a cat trap?
If you have issues with cats trespassing contact us to address your concerns. Council Officers may provide a trap to assist in identifying the owner of the cat.
How can you tell the difference between a pet, stray or feral cat?
It’s important that pet cats are microchipped and registered so we can distinguish them from unowned cats and reunite them with their owner if they become lost. It is often hard to tell the difference between a pet, a stray, or a feral cat, as some pet cats will display different behaviours depending on their characteristics. Quite often stray and feral cats will disappear around people unless they have built up trust with that person.
How is the cat confinement order being applied by Council?
Our officers are acting on complaints from the community about roaming cats. Our aim is to educate owners and provide assistance on how to safely contain cats on their property.
Do other Councils have cat confinement?
A growing number of Victorian Councils have implemented, or are considering introducing, cat confinement laws. As of March 2024, the new regulations will bring Manningham in line with 38 of 79 Victorian councils that have some form of cat confinement in place. A further 16 councils are currently considering introducing cat confinement laws.
Is it legal for my neighbour or Council to trap my cat?
Yes. It is legal for someone to humanely trap a trespassing cat. If you know the owner of the cat, we encourage you to speak with them first. If the issue cannot be resolved and you wish to make a formal complaint, contact us.
Will confinement make any difference to overall levels of predation or to the threat of wildlife?
Cats are natural predators of native wildlife, whether they are owned or stray/feral.
Approximately 78 per cent of cats allowed to roam will hunt and this presents a major threat to our native animals. On average, each roaming, hunting pet cat kills more than three animals every week (Invasive Species Council 2023).
Most of the reports Wildlife Victoria receives are about wildlife injured by domestic dogs and cats, this is why it is important for all Manningham pet owners to exercise responsible pet ownership.
Containing your cat within the boundaries of your property (especially at a young age) will lower its natural predation and will assist in the protection of local wildlife.
What happens to cats that are captured?
If the cat is microchipped and/or registered with Council we will make all necessary attempts to reunite the cat with its owner. If the owner of a cat can’t be identified or contacted, it will be transferred to the Manningham Pound where it will undergo a health and behavioural assessment to determine suitability for adoption.
When was the cat confinement order implemented?
The order began 1 April 2024 with an evaluation period scheduled for December 2025.
The decision was guided by feedback provided at our Domestic Animal Management Plan consultation, community consultation, reports about nuisance cats, reports of environmental impacts of cats in parks and reserves, and reports of attacks on wildlife.
Registration
How do I register my cat?
You can register your cat online.
Will the cost of cat registration be reduced?
As part of the animal registration process there are reduced fees for desexed animals as well as if the owner is entitled to concession.
If my cat is made to be indoors 24 hours a day, will I still need to register them?
Yes. All cats over the age of three months are required to be registered under state law. If your cat escapes your property, then these fees will assist in returning your cat to you. Registering your pets helps Council reunite you with your pet as Council will be able to quickly trace them back to you.
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… Previous page ‹‹ Page 25 Next page ›› Yarra Ward Explore Manningham Warrandyte Township Our History Whats On … …
Come and see this photo exhibition and learn about how Warrandyte Stone has been used in the town's walls, memorials, houses, and buildings.
Don't miss the accompanying Foundation Stone Talk by the master stonemason, James Charlwood.
Foundation Stone Talk with James Charlwood
The talk will be at 2:00 pm on Sunday, 15 May in the Federation Room at the Grand Hotel Warrandyte.
If you would like to attend, please contact the Warrandyte Historical Society to reserve your place.
The Warrandyte Historical Society are running this event.
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… and cherry picking outing Seniors In partnership with Manningham Council, EV invites Seniors of Manningham to enjoy a day outing to pick some summer berries … Blue Hill, Silvan. The event is available to residents of Manningham aged 65 years and over. Included is bus transport …
In partnership with Manningham Council, EV invites Seniors of Manningham to enjoy a day outing to pick some summer berries and cherries at Blue Hill, Silvan.
The event is available to residents of Manningham aged 65 years and over. Included is bus transport to and from the berry farm, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Attendees can choose to purchase some of the berries at farm prices.
Please BYO hat, sunscreen and water bottle for this outing.
Please note: date may be subject to change, dependent on weather.
For more information and to book, please call 9870 7822 or email elizabeth.mcfarlin@ev.org.au
Find out how to apply for a trader parking permit. ...
Some Council managed carparks have limited trader parking available.
We will only issue a trading parking permit to either:
- an individual business
- a recognised traders association.
Permits will be issued for areas where trader parking restrictions apply and that we monitor.
We may not issue a permit to businesses that have access to off street parking for their business.
If you require a replacement Trader Permit for a lost or stolen permit you must provide a Statutory Declaration and pay a fee.
How to apply
Apply online, by post or in person.
Lost or stolen parking permits
If you have lost or had your permit stolen (except the accessible parking permit), you can apply for a new one online.
Need help?
… Find out about the conditions if you hire a venue owned by Manningham Council … Venues Conditions of Hire …
… Walk 4 Youth Mental Health Health and fitness Rotary Manningham City have joined with the Mental health … importance of Youth Mental Health in association with the Manningham Family Festival at Finns . Come along and have a …
Rotary Manningham City have joined with the Mental health Foundation, Australia to promote the importance of Youth Mental Health in association with the Manningham Family Festival at Finns.
Come along and have a great day at the festival and register for the Walk for Youth Mental Health.
This is a free inclusive event, open to all ages.
… Seniors Let's Crochet Together offers senior residents of Manningham an enjoyable and practical crochet session, with a … is free of charge for older adults aged 65 and above from Manningham. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, … Together is organised by CASS Care and supported by Manningham Council’s Community Grants Program. Lower …
Let's Crochet Together offers senior residents of Manningham an enjoyable and practical crochet session, with a special focus on those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
Participants will not only acquire basic crochet skills, but also have the opportunity to build new community connections.
Refreshments will be provided, and each participant will receive a complimentary crochet kit.
Please note: this event will be conducted in Cantonese.
This event is free of charge for older adults aged 65 and above from Manningham. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, registrations essential.
Let's Crochet Together is organised by CASS Care and supported by Manningham Council’s Community Grants Program.
… ageing Our goal is to create a liveable and harmonious Manningham where people want to grow older in. Our goal is to …
Our goal is to create a liveable and harmonious city that people want to grow older in.
How to identify and overcome ageism
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines ageism as stereotyping and discriminating against individuals or groups, on the basis of their age. Ageism can take many forms, including:
- prejudicial attitudes
- discriminatory practices
- institutional policies and practices perpetuating stereotypes.
At some point, most of us have formed subconscious and negative judgements based on a person’s age. Unfortunately, these attitudes have become socially acceptable and common. To learn how to identify and overcome ageism, you can take this quiz.
Additional resources
We also recommend the following links to resources, videos and podcasts to learn more about ageism and its effects.
… Find out more about Manningham’s Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP). Tags …
We recognise the value of pet ownership, its overall benefit for our health and wellbeing, the importance of welfare for pets and the protection of the community and the local environment from nuisance dogs and cats.
Focus areas:
- dogs off lead/not under owner control
- dog waste
- dogs barking
- wandering cats.
… in the Unfinished Business exhibition, which is showing at Manningham Art Gallery until Saturday 29 July. Following the … let us know by Friday 30 June, at 9840 9367 or gallery@manningham.vic.gov.au . MC Square Community Centre Arts Manningham Whats On … Unfinished Business Documentary Free …
Join us this NAIDOC week for a special screening of the Unfinished Business Documentary at Doncaster Library.
This moving documentary tells the stories of 30 First Nations people living with disabilities. Their deeply personal stories are complex and intertwined with Australia’s political and social history, which has resulted in today’s unacceptably high rates of disability in Australia’s First Nations Communities.
Their stories are also featured in the Unfinished Business exhibition, which is showing at Manningham Art Gallery until Saturday 29 July.
Following the screening, there will be a Q&A with Uncle John Baxter: Latja Latja/Narungga man, Board Member Reconciliation Victoria and First Peoples Disability Network, Aboriginal Partnership Coordinator - Brotherhood of St Laurence/NDIS, participant and creative collaborator of Unfinished Business.
Attendees will also have the chance to view the exhibition at their own pace.
The Unfinished Business Documentary is a creative collaboration between brothers, Liam and Dieter Knierim, Belinda Mason Knierim OAM, and participants.
This is a free and accessible event. Bookings not required. Refreshments will be provided.
Warning: First Nations peoples should be aware that this exhibition contains images, voices, or names of deceased persons.
If you require an Auslan interpreter to attend this event, please let us know by Friday 30 June, at 9840 9367 or gallery@manningham.vic.gov.au.
… Find out about our street sweeping program in Manningham Tags Parking, Roads and Footpaths Roads and …
Under the Road Management Act 2004, we are responsible for street sweeping on local roads within Manningham to remove a build-up of fallen leaves and rubbish.
Why do we need street sweeping?
Street sweeping prevents the influx of leaf fall and litter from entering the underground drainage system potentially causing blockages, subsequent flooding and damaging the environment.
Litter not collected often ends up washing into open watercourses and into local creeks and the Yarra River.
Sweeping also benefits the overall amenity of the street, removes the build-up of dirt and leaves and reduces weeds along the kerb and channel.
What areas does Council sweep?
Council is responsible for maintaining 608km of local roads within Manningham.
Our street sweeping program includes:
- sealed roads with kerb and channel
- car parks and underpasses
- laneways and footpaths within Council maintained shopping precincts.
The Department of Transport and Planning (VicRoads) is responsible for maintaining the arterial road network.
When is street sweeping done?
Street sweeping is run throughout the year to keep our streets clean. We increase the frequency in a number of streets during Autumn when there is more leaf litter on the roads. Shopping precincts and key locations are given high priority.
| Area | Schedule* |
|---|---|
| Local roads within residential areas | Every eight to twelve weeks |
| Footpaths and laneways within shopping precincts | Fortnightly |
| Car parks within shopping precincts | 4 to 5 times per week |
| Car parks within our parks and reserves | Monthly |
| Underpasses | Every two months |
| Streets subject to heavy leaf fall during autumn | Monthly |
*This schedule is indicative.
We also respond to urgent sweeping requests such as storm events and traffic incidents.
What if my street needs sweeping?
Contact us for any urgent sweeping requests or potential hazards.
… Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster. Manningham Council cordially invites you and your guests to attend the Annual Meeting of Manningham Council for the purpose of electing the Mayor and …
Meeting Date: 3 November 2022
Meeting Time: 6.45pm (to be seated by 7.00pm)
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Manningham Council cordially invites you and your guests to attend the Annual Meeting of Manningham Council for the purpose of electing the Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
Council meeting livestream
… exhibitions This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery. Jess Coldrey's exhibition Pain … 2021, photographic print. Image courtesy of the Artist. Manningham Art Gallery Past Exhibitions … Pain Pageant: A …
This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery.
Jess Coldrey's exhibition Pain Pageant delves into the personal battle of living with endometriosis.
Through sculpture, photography, and drawing, she explores the taboos and performance surrounding the chronic illness and its average seven-year diagnosis period.
Jessica Coldrey, Stabbing, 2021, photographic print. Image courtesy of the Artist.
… exhibitions This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery. Artist Elmira Ng creates a retail … with seal-form reading 'Tongguan, Hunan, Made in China'. Manningham Art Gallery Past Exhibitions … Made in China …
This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery.
Artist Elmira Ng creates a retail space in the Gallery where ceramics is currency.
Western and Eastern symbolism merge in this exploration of culture and identity viewed through the lens of a second-generation Hong Kong Australian.
Image: Elmira holding up the base of an Op shop cup with seal-form reading 'Tongguan, Hunan, Made in China'.