We’re making it easier for you to go all-electric with a range of free events, resources and rebates.   

Manningham residents can access trusted installers, quality products and government discounts to support their transition to solar power and electric appliances through our partnership with Solar Savers.

Why go all-electric?

By going electric, you can create a healthier home and support a cleaner future. 

The process involves upgrading appliances to energy-efficient electric ones. This can include ovens, stovetops, heaters and hot water systems. 

You can also switch to renewable energy by installing solar panels or choosing GreenPower.  

How can I learn more?

Whether you’re new to all-electric homes or have already started the switch, we have an event for you. 

Explore our program:

Learn more about going electric

What is Solar Savers?

Solar Savers is a local government initiative that has been helping households go electric and switch to solar energy since 2018. You can join the 10,000 plus Manningham households with solar who have begun their journey to an all-electric home. 

Solar Savers takes the hard work out of going all-electric, helping you install quality and affordable rooftop solar, batteries, hot water heat pumps and reverse cycle air conditioners.

Learn more about Solar Savers.

The 2025 Monster Community Raffle celebrates 20 years of supporting the Manningham community. 

The raffle has been helping local groups raise funds for their programs, services, and initiatives, and deliver positive outcomes for people of all ages.

The raffle is proudly supported by our raffle partner, the Templestowe Bowling Club. 

Raffle winners

Congratulations to this year’s prize winners:

• First prize – $5,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Lee Dee Loh/Ticket number:16399    
• Second prize – $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Barbara M and Stephen Thomas/Ticket number:16458 
• Third prize – $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Carmen Lau/Ticket number:05798 
• Fourth prize – $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: John Adey/Ticket number:01662  
• Fifth prize – $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: JP Lam/Ticket number:06452
• Sixth prize – $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Bev Robertson/Ticket number:16727 

What prizes are on offer?

First prize is one $5,000 Coles Myer gift voucher.

Runner up prize is five $1,000 Coles Myer gift vouchers.
 

Who can sell raffle tickets?

Any not-for-profit organisation in Manningham can take part in the raffle. This includes schools, community groups and clubs. 
 

What does it cost?

Not for profit community groups can order the ticket books from us for free.

The only cost to the groups and organisations is the time it takes to sell the tickets.

100% of the proceeds are invested back into the community.

For every $2 raffle ticket sold, organisations will receive $1.50, and the remaining 50 cents will be donated to the Manningham Community Fund.

The Manningham Community Fund supports the welfare services offered by charitable organisations within our community.

How to order your raffle ticket books

To order your ticket books, email civicevents@manningham.com.au. 

Once we receive the order, you will be notified when the tickets are ready to be collected from the Civic Centre , 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster. 

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UNITE! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence runs from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day). 

This global campaign brings together people and communities worldwide to unite against violence towards women, girls and non-binary people.  

This year, we introduced 16 Days of Activism small grants to support local initiatives that raise awareness, promote action and help drive meaningful change.

We are funding six community organisations to deliver activities to youth, carers and multicultural community groups, including: 

• Seniors Happy Life Club  Coffee Chats at Doncaster Bunnings, an event in English and Mandarin where we will join local police in discussing the issue in a safe space and sharing support services.
• An awareness-raising window display at Warrandyte Neighbourhood Community House sharing key messages, statistics, and pathways to support those experiencing gender-based violence.

For full details, see the events below. 

In Australia, family violence is against the law. If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, please ask for help. In an emergency always call 000.  

Join us to celebrate the upgrade and reopening of Victoria Street Playground in Ruffey Lake Park.

Families can explore the refurbished playground and enjoy the expanded sand and water play area, as well as free ice-creams, fresh fruit and more family fun.

When: 1.00pm to 2.30pm, Sunday, 24 November 2024

Where: Victoria Street Playground, Ruffey Lake Park, Templestowe

We hope to see you there!

For more information on Victoria Street playground upgrade visit Your Say Manningham.

Questions? 

Contact us on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.

The Victorian Seniors Festival is a major state-wide festival for and involving seniors. The festival runs from 1 to 31 October every year, with free and low-cost events right across Victoria.

The 2024 theme is – ‘Explore. Engage. Evolve.’ – encouraging older Victorians to stay curious and connected by exploring new activities, meeting new people, and changing how we think of ageing.

We've put together a Manningham activity guide to help seniors, carers, and family members find fun and affordable events and activities during Seniors Month! 

To see what's on,  download the 2024 Seniors Month Local Activity Guide or view the events below.  

See individual events for booking details.

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.  

Each year we check in with our residents to see how we're doing. We want to understand your views on what living in Manningham is like. The way we do this is through an independently conducted community satisfaction survey.

For these surveys, we reach out by phone to 400 of our residents. The results of the phone conversations are then analysed, reported back to us, and discussed internally. 

This helps us to learn more about our performance across several areas. It also helps us to understand where changes and improvements are necessary. 

You can find out how we are doing by reading the report below.

On 15 August 2024, we issued a notice of our intent to enter into a three-year lease with the Spark Consortium for the property part 2-14 Websters Road, Templestowe.

A notice was placed on our website and at the location, outlining the terms and conditions of the proposed lease and inviting submissions until 16 September 2024. During this consultation period, no submissions were received.

As a result, we will now proceed with granting the lease to the Spark Consortium under the terms and conditions set out in the original notice. The leased property will be used for the storage of trucks and materials for the North East Link Project. 

The consortium, trading as “SPARK NEL DC JV” (ABN 94 762 343 962), consists of the following members:

•  WeBuild
• GS Engineering and Construction
• CPB Contractors
• China Construction Oceania

North East Link is inviting community to celebrate the opening of Powerful Owl Park. 

There will be a free BBQ, coffee, face painting and more.

The new soccer facility features three new pitches, a 176-space car park, BBQ facilities, walking paths and a new pavilion accessible by all.

Powerful Owl Park Opening

Sunday, 11 August 2024

10.00am to 1.00pm

Powerful Owl Park, 27-59 Templestowe Road, Bulleen

In August, we welcomed a visit from VicHealth as part of our Local Government Partnership, which aims to enhance the health and wellbeing of children and young people aged zero to 25 years.

As part of the visit, VicHealth CEO Dr Sandro Demaio joined our CEO, Andrew Day at Doncaster Secondary where students showcased their impressive work on their ‘Stride or Glide’ campaign promoting active travel among their peers. 

The visit highlighted the significant strides that we’ve made in enhancing health and wellbeing in our community thanks to our Local Government partnership with VicHealth.

The focus of the partnership is on enhancing the health and wellbeing of children and young people by focusing on getting more people active, reducing alcohol-related harm, creating connected and supportive communities, and exploring climate and health.

Our highly anticipated International Women’s Day Breakfast event returns on Thursday 6 March, with tickets now available. 

This year’s keynote speaker, Dr Emma Fulu, is a world-leading expert on gender equality and ending violence against women and girls. She has worked for the United Nations and other global programs.

Manningham Mayor, Councillor Deirdre Diamante said International Women’s Day was an opportunity to celebrate, connect and reflect.

“I’m so pleased to welcome Dr Emma Fulu to Manningham to speak on such an important issue that demands attention and action both globally and locally,” Cr Diamante said.

“Championing gender equality and respect in every aspect of our lives is at the heart of driving change. 

“We all have a role to play in turning promises into progress. I encourage men and women to join us for what will be an insightful and inspiring morning,” the Mayor added.

International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of women’s achievements and raises awareness for women’s equality.

Dr Fulu will speak to this year’s UN Women Australia IWD theme, ‘March Forward: It’s time to turn promises into progress’.

The theme is in reference to the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (1995) – considered to be the most progressive blueprint for advancing women’s rights.

While women have broken many barriers since then, there’s still much to be done for millions of women around the world and it’s time to turn promises into progress.

Dr Fulu will be joined by a panel of guest speakers who will bring their lived experience and individual lens to this important discussion.

The event will be held on Thursday 6 March, 7.30am to 9.30am at the Manningham Function Centre. Tickets are $25 and include a plated breakfast. 

For more information and to book your ticket, visit our events page.