Join Council's Biodiversity Planner Cathy Willis for a walk identifying most Manningham’s eucalypt species in the field.
Details:
If you can no longer attend, please cancel via Eventbrite.
After celebrating our 50th year in 2024, the Manningham Concert Band presents Autumn, the first of our concerts for 2025.
Experience the drama of the amazing Carmina Burana, and sing-along with a selection from Sinatra and Herman’s Hello Dolly.
We have a guest Trombone soloist performing an arrangement dedicated to him of Massenet’s Elegie, a performance not to be missed.
And of course many other great pieces selected by our Musical Director, Andrew van Gemert.
Tickets available at TryBooking and also available at the door.
Please, spread the word, encourage family and friends to come and enjoy a great afternoon.
The Manningham Disability Advisory Committee is a group of local people with lived experience of disability. 80% of members identify as having a disability and 20% are carers for people with disabilities.
The committee provides advice and support so people with a disability have a voice in their local area. The committee will help shape our future and provide authentic access that is inclusive to all. This includes:
The committee consists of:
No matter your age, gender, employment, cultural background or sexual identity, we welcome all. Contact us to see if there are any places available.
There will be four meetings throughout the year. Access support is available and members can attend remotely.
If you have any questions, contact us.
An Interpreter Service is available by phoning 9840 9355.
Petitions are a way that lets you bring an issue of concern to us, so we may take action. It’s important to note that for us to consider a petition, it must relate to the powers of Manningham.
You can find out what you need include in a petition via Council’s Governance Rules.
For us to consider a petition, it must:
To ensure that we’re able to consider your petition, the petition should also include everything Council should consider and the following details of petitioners on every page:
For us to consider your petition, we must receive the petition by close of business on the Monday before a meeting. We can’t guarantee that we’ll hear any late petitions. We may consider late petitions in the following meeting.
A Councillor will present your petition to the Council meeting.
If it’s a ward matter, your ward Councillor will usually be the presenter.
The relevant Council officer will investigate the petition. The lead petitioner will receive advice on the progress of the petition and any action taken.
We have a petition template you can download that meets the requirements of the Governance Rules.
If you need help or have any questions, please contact us on (03) 9840 9333 or email GovernanceTeam@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Join Manningham Council’s Waterwatch Coordinator Nigel Philpot for a walk along Mullum Mullum Creek.
Along the way, we will make multiple stops to test the water quality of the creek. From this, we can assess the impacts of stormwater pollution.
The return walk is a considerable 5km so come prepared with snacks/lunch, a water bottle and good walking shoes.
Bring your own hat, sunscreen and hand sanitiser.
Location: The location will be emailed to you upon registration.
Please note, this event will be postponed if it's predicted to rain.
Come join Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Elders Uncle Bill Nicholson Jr and Uncle Dave Wandin at Currawong Bush Park. Learn about the significance of scar trees, the traditional practices of creating a scar tree and the tools used.
The Uncles will answer questions about the importance of connecting with Country.
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time. Come prepared and dress for the weather on the day, including closed-toed footwear.
Bring a snack and water bottle for morning tea.
Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
In the event of extreme weather, this event will be cancelled.
Currawong Bush Park is protected habitat, dogs are not permitted in the park at any time.
This event is part of Manningham's 2024 Spring Outdoors Series.
Manningham Concert Band is presenting our 2023 Gala Concert, in our 49th year, and it is truly out of this world.
Our Gala theme this year is Beyond Our Earth - because who really knows how many other Earth's exist?
No space themed concert would be complete without contributions from the absolute masters, Gustav Holst and John Williams.
Also featured will be other well-known composers that you may not realise composed 'space' music, including:
Parking and transport
On-street parking is available. Limited off-street parking is available.
If arriving by bus, take the 902 and get off at the Doncaster Rd/Church Rd stop. From there it is a short two minute walk to the venue.
Who said you shouldn’t enjoy Christmas music all year round? No one we know!
It’s not all Christmas though, we've also included a variety of many other enjoyable pieces. After the world premiere of Iron Horse at our 50th Gala last year, we're including another young Australian’s original composition.
We're also very proud to have a fantastic guest soloist on Cor Anglais performing two pieces with us. This is a very difficult instrument to play and having heard some of her recordings, we know you’ll be impressed.
Please spread the word and encourage family and friends to come and enjoy a great afternoon with the Manningham Concert Band.
Tickets available via TryBooking and also at the door.
This session will focus on empowering volunteers with essential knowledge and practical tools to ensure the financial sustainability of their club.
Topics to be covered:
This webinar is a must-attend for anyone involved in managing or supporting a sport club in Manningham. Whether you’re a new volunteer or a seasoned committee member, you'll walk away with actionable knowledge to improve your club’s financial stability.
The Manningham Concert Band presents a gala event celebrating 50 wonderful years of providing music to the community of Manningham.
Come and enjoy a selection of music and a spectacular multi-media presentation to celebrate this wonderful milestone.
Book online or get tickets at the door.
Manningham Council’s Gambling Policy is due for an update with the latest evidence, data and community input. We are inviting community members to participate in one of two workshops to discuss gambling harm in Manningham.
During these workshops, we want to hear about your understanding of gambling harm in the community and where you think Council should prioritise its response. Your feedback will help us to develop evidence-based strategies to address gambling harm in Manningham.
Topics covered will include:
We are interested in hearing from people who have been impacted by gambling harm, either directly or indirectly.
For more information, please visit Manningham Gambling Policy on Your Say.
Please note: this session will be held in-person and catering will be provided.
Manningham Council’s Gambling Policy is due for an update with the latest evidence, data and community input. We are inviting community members to participate in one of two workshops to discuss gambling harm in Manningham.
During these workshops, we want to hear about your understanding of gambling harm in the community and where you think Council should prioritise its response. Your feedback will help us to develop evidence-based strategies to address gambling harm in Manningham.
Topics covered will include:
We are interested in hearing from people who have been impacted by gambling harm, either directly or indirectly.
For more information, please visit Manningham Gambling Policy on Your Say.
Please note: this session will be held online. A Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the session.
The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:
navigating the My Aged Care system
finding local clubs and community groups
or finding events for older people
No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.
Prepared to be delighted! The 100 Acres Walk bursts to life with wildflowers during spring.
Join us for an enchanting walk along narrow bush tracks, beside ponds, across bridges, and in the presence of wildlife and enormous gum trees.
The 100 Acres Reserve encompasses 41 hectares and is classified as a conservation reserve of regional significance. The reserve also provides a range of recreational opportunities in a natural bush setting, including walking, jogging and nature appreciation.
Key details
Do you like your jazz cool or do you like it hot? We’ve got all of that for you and everything in between.
Come along and support a community concert band whose purpose is to provide a wide variety of enjoyable music for everyone throughout the year.
Having celebrated our 50th anniversary in 2024, we are now commencing the next exciting 50 years doing what we love most.
To add to the enjoyment, there will the always enjoyable multi-media presentation in conjunction with the music, which our regular Gala audience always loves.
Please, spread the word, encourage family and friends to come and enjoy a great evening.
Follow us:
- Instagram: @manninghamband
- Facebook: @manninghamband
- YouTube: @manninghamconcertband
How can people find out more about the event?
https://www.trybooking.com/DBWWQ
Experience Country Life in the city with a trip to Chesterfield Farm.
Enjoy a real ‘hands on’ experience of farm life: meet a variety of animals, explore the 100 acre agricultural farm and learn about how a daily farm runs.
We will have a morning coffee together, before we explore what the farm has to offer, and then move to the Notting Hill Hotel for lunch.
Cost includes transport from your door, morning coffee, entry to the farm, and lunch.
Places are limited, bookings are essential. Contact Manningham Community Transport (operated by EV) directly to book.
The Manningham Link Road Improvement Strategy aims to guide priorities for the future development of the remaining partially constructed link roads across the municipality. It focuses on upgrading Manningham's road network to enhance safety, support sustainable transport, and improve connectivity. It prioritises road projects based on safety, capacity, and economic efficiency while advocating for state funding and minimising environmental impacts in sensitive areas.
Focus areas:
Representatives from Manningham Senior's Clubs are invited to attend this free workshop.
This session will help grant writers to understand the basics of submitting grant applications.
Topics covered:
Presented by: EV Community Strengthening, Viv Cunningham-Smith.
Audience: Maximum two representatives from each Manningham Seniors Club to attend.
Cost: Free.
What to bring: Bring your project idea with you.
View the Senior's Club Support Grant guidelines and apply
This database includes any lost pets at the pound that are not registered or microchipped:
We will always attempt to get your registered and microchipped pet home to you.
You will need to bring the following:
If your pet:
Additional fees apply if your pet is not already microchipped or registered with us.
Microchip and register your pet to avoid future fees.
If you are looking to find a new pet, we have a long standing arrangement with the Blue Cross Animal Society to assist us in rehousing animals.
We are working toward achieving safer roads, roadsides and shared paths and are working with the community to raise road safety awareness, with a view to encouraging better driver behaviour.
Focus areas:
We are in the process of renewing our Road Safety Strategy. To read the Draft Road Safety Strategy 2025-2034 go to YourSay Manningham.
