Your Waste Calendar will be delivered differently this year – here’s what you need to know.

This year, you will receive your waste calendar within the June issue of Manningham Matters. 

You’ll be able to simply pull out the insert, cut along the dotted line and place your calendar on your fridge or in a handy spot for easy reference.

As in previous years, the calendar will include your property’s bin day – along with tips for what can and can’t go in each bin and how to place them out for collection. 

Does the new calendar include changes to our bin collection schedule?

There are no changes to the schedule, so you can stick to your usual routine.

In Manningham, your green lid food and garden organics (FOGO) bin is collected every week, while your yellow lid recycle and red lid garbage bins are collected every fortnight, on alternating weeks.

What is the calendar for?

Our annual waste calendar can help you keep track of these collections throughout the year. 

As in previous years, the calendar will include information about:

• your property’s bin collection schedule
• what can and can’t go in each bin
• how to place your bins out for collection

Why have you changed the delivery method?

This new way of delivering your calendar within the Manningham Matters magazine is more cost-effective and efficient. It will help reduce unnecessary waste, while ensuring every household still gets this important resource.

What if I missed it?

If you misplace your magazine or need an extra copy of the calendar, don’t worry! 

You can download your waste calendar online, or, collect a copy from:

• Manningham Civic Centre at 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster 3108.
• Manningham Council Depot at 620-628 Blackburn Road, Doncaster East 3109.

Keep an eye out for your calendar in the middle of the June edition of Manningham Matters.

You’re invited to share your ideas and priorities for our community’s future by making an ‘Individual submission’ to the Manningham Community Panel.

Make an individual submission.

Your input will be considered by the Panel as they deliberate and prepare recommendations for Council’s major strategic plans.

What will the panel deliberate on?

Council endorsed the following remit for the Manningham Community Panel at its 25 June 2024 meeting.

Council has a budget of $147m, but we can’t do everything and need to make hard choices. We need to know what services you value most to help us create a new Council Plan, Asset Plan and Financial Plan to guide Council activity for the next four years to align with the Community Vision. It will inform what the community pays and gets in return.

What range and level of services are you prepared to pay for?

Submit your ideas about what the panel should consider as they work together to answer this question.

This consultation closes Thursday 19 September at 11.59pm.

Community will also be welcome to observe the deliberative process at several open Panel sessions – more information will be available on the Your Say Manningham page shortly.

We’re looking for people from the Manningham community to join our Community Grants Program Assessment Panel.

The panel will help assess the applications received as part of our Community Grants Program, and:

• help ensure broad and diverse community representation in the community grants make sure there’s a shared understanding of community development
• principles align the allocation of funding with Council strategies and provide advice based on program guidelines and other key priorities.

There are three positions available on the panel for community representatives, who will be joined by at least two Council officers.

Each community panel representative will receive a payment of up to $500 (per year) for their participation.
 

Who can apply

• Applications are open to people who live, work or study in Manningham. 
• We are looking for people who have expertise, knowledge, skills and/or lived experience relevant to community grants and/or development in Manningham. 
• We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds.

Access support is available, and members can attend remotely if required, but face-to-face is preferable.

We're installing new public toilets at Cat Jump Park, Donvale.

This project is part of the Public Toilet Plan 2021 and Cat Jump Park Masterplan.
 

Where is it?

These public toilets will be located on the southern side of Cat Jump Park, near the Bellevue Avenue and Leslie Street roundabout in Donvale.

This location is easy to access for use, maintenance, and service connections.
 

When will it happen?

We plan to begin installing the toilet facility in early to mid-2025, and expect it to take around three to four months to complete.
 

Why is it needed?

Accessible public toilets allow people to spend more time in public spaces, socialising, exercising, and engaging with the community. Without them, residents and visitors are limited in where they can go and how long they can stay. 

A safe, well-maintained, and environmentally friendly toilet will significantly improve the experience for Cat Jump Park visitors.
 

What will the toilets look like?

The new modular toilets will include:

• An accessible cubicle
• An ambulant cubicle 
• Baby and child change facilities
• A rainwater tank to utilise a natural water supply 
• External and internal powered lighting 
• Skylights for natural lighting 
• Concrete paths to connect the toilets with surrounding facilities
   

How will the works affect me?

To minimise any potential noise or disruption to the community, our modular toilets are made offsite and will be delivered to the site.

During the installation, you may notice some construction noise and increased traffic in the area.

Following a review and community research on Manningham Matters, we are pleased to introduce a refreshed design for the magazine with our February 2025 issue.

Last year we held a series of focus groups with community members about the magazine and based on your feedback, we’ve made some changes to the design and content of your community magazine.

The February issue features a great mix of Council and community news, we hope you enjoy reading about what’s happening in Manningham.

Some of the new and updated features include:

• a refreshed magazine cover design for Manningham Matters
• a new way to read stories and news in your language – we have full length stories now available on our website which you can access using the QR code on the magazine cover 
• an updated and more prominent What’s On events calendar
• regular information about events and activities at local neighbourhood houses and libraries
• a new Council meeting round up feature
• stories that continue to celebrate our community and share our community’s voice.

Take a read of this month’s Manningham Matters, distributed from Monday 17 February.

We’re starting construction on the Templestowe Route Upgrade on Monday 30 June 2025.

All businesses at the Templestowe Village will remain open and accessible throughout the works, with clear pedestrian and road detour signage in place. 

What is the Templestowe Route?

The Templestowe Route is a series of connecting roads in Templestowe, including Parker Street, Swilk Street, James Street and Anderson Street. It’s commonly used by local residents and drivers travelling to Templestowe Village and surrounding suburbs.

Why is it being upgraded?

Several safety issues have been identified with Templestowe Route, including poor drainage and inadequate facilities for pedestrians and cyclists. 

This upgrade will improve safety for all road users, while also enhancing the vibrancy of Templestowe Village by creating more connected and inviting public spaces.    

Upcoming works

Over the next 18 months, we will deliver 4 stages of works to upgrade Anderson Street and Parker Street. 
Read more about each of these stages at Your Say Manningham.

Works will include:

• full road reconstruction
• installation of underground drainage, kerb, and channel
• new footpaths and improved pedestrian access
• new pedestrian-operated crossing at Wood and Anderson streets
• reduced and variable speed limits between Porter and Milne streets
• formalisation of existing parking spaces
• upgraded bus stops on Swilk and Parker Street
• new street lighting
• landscaping, including selective tree removal and planting.
   
   

Stage 1 construction: Anderson Street works (James Street to Wood Street)

Stage 1 will take place between 30 June to mid-August 2025. We’re rebuilding this part of the road, which will include fixing the road base, adjusting road levels and installing underground drains.

Road closure and detours:

• This section of the road will be fully closed for 4 to 6 weeks.
• We planned this through the July school holidays to reduce traffic impacts.
• Signs will be in place to guide drivers around the area via Wood, Milne and James streets.

Please see the map for details.

Business access:

• All businesses on Anderson Street will stay open.
• You can get to them from the back car park or the front footpath – see the map below.
• Pedestrian access footpaths will stay open so you can walk through the area.
   

Changes to public transport (Stage 1 only)

From 30 June to 27 July 2025, bus routes 280, 282, and 905 will be detoured. 

Temporary bus stop closures include:

• Porter Street/Williamsons Road
• Anderson Street/Atkinson Street
• Williamsons Road/Porter Street
• Williamsons Road/Atkinson Street
   

Bus stops that will continue to operate near Templestowe Village:

• Templestowe Village/James Street 

After Stage 1, all bus routes will return to normal. 

For the latest updates, check the Public Transport Victoria website at ptv.vic.gov.au.

Manningham City Council (Council) gives notice under section 115 of the Local Government Act 2020 of its intention to enter into a lease with unincorporated joint venture, comprising WeBuild S.p.A, GS Engineering & Construction Australia Pty Ltd, CPB Contractors Pty Ltd and China Construction Oceania Pty Ltd (D&C Contractor) trading as "SPARK NEL DC JV" (ABN 94 762 343 962) for part of the land known as 2-14 Websters Road, Templestowe.

The principal terms of the lease will be:

• Three-year lease commencing on or following 1 October 2024
• Two further terms of one year each
• Commencing rent of $180,000 per annum plus GST 
• Permitted use - use and development of the land for a store (truck staging and storage of materials for the North East Link Project construction activities)
• Installation of fencing at the Tenant’s expense, to secure and separate to the remainder of the site (which is still in operation)
• Obligations to comply with environmental law
• Reinstatement of the land at the end of the lease to Council’s satisfaction; and
• Compliance with the conditions of Planning Permit PLN24/0069.

In accordance with Council’s Community Engagement Policy, any person may make a submission on the proposed lease. 

Submissions must be in writing, addressed to the Corporate Counsel and must be submitted by no later than 5.00pm on 16 September 2024.

Submissions can be emailed to manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au delivered to the Council Offices, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster or posted as follows:

Corporate Counsel
Manningham City Council
PO Box 1
Doncaster VIC 3108

A meeting will be established for any person requesting to be heard in support of their submission. They will be notified of the time and date of the meeting. The individual can be represented by a person acting on their behalf.

From this week, 8,000 randomly selected households across Manningham will receive an invitation to express their interest in participating in the Manningham Community Panel.

From those who apply, independent non-profit research group, newDemocracy, will draw a panel of 40 people to represent the wider community.

How will it work?

The Manningham Community Panel will play a crucial role in developing our major strategic plans.

Through externally facilitated discussions and learning sessions, participants will help determine key priorities for Manningham and provide a list of recommendations to:

• inform the next Council Plan, Asset Plan and Financial Plan

• help us refresh of our community vision

• define and help us manage the community's top service priorities

• help guide how we manage our services financially

• guide how we manage and invest in physical assets.

Panel sessions will be held between September 2024 and February 2025.

Are there other ways to participate in this engagement if I’m not selected for the panel?

There will be further opportunities to make individual submissions for the panel’s consideration, as well as observe the deliberation sessions.

Learn more and get the latest updates at Your Say Manningham. 

Doncaster Park and Ride will close from Sunday 12 January 2025, with temporary bus stops to be put in place along Doncaster Road.

This is part of NELP’s upcoming redevelopment of the facility, which will connect it to the Eastern Busway – a new dedicated busway along the Eastern Freeway.

Doncaster Park and Ride has been a valued service for many years, providing convenient parking and bus services for hundreds of commuters daily. 

Manningham Council recognises the closure of the Doncaster Park and Ride will significantly impact the Manningham community.  We are actively advocating on your behalf to improve alternative commuter options. 

Though we have made several requests to NELP, we’re disappointed with the State’s lack of alternatives for impacted commuters and will continue advocating for further options to minimise disruption. 

Bulleen Park and Ride opened in April 2023 to provide replacement parking and other travel options, while the Doncaster facility is closed for upgrades.

However, as the Bulleen facility has been consistently operating near capacity, there are limited car spaces available to accommodate commuters affected by the Doncaster facility’s closure. 

As the Doncaster Park and Ride bus services will now operate from the newly constructed temporary bus on Doncaster Road from 12 January 2025, we also encourage you to check before you travel and plan your journey via the PTV Journey Planner. 

We welcome the Victorian Government’s commitment to purchasing only Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs) for public transport from 1 July 2025. 

The move to ZEB’s will significantly reduce emissions and pollutants, creating a healthier environment for our community. 

It will also provide a smoother, quieter and cleaner travel experience, which we hope will encourage greater use of Manningham’s extensive bus network. 

Learn more at Zero Emissions Bus Trial and Transition Plan | vic.gov.au

We’re looking for passionate and dedicated community members to join our Recreation and Sport, and Youth advisory committees.

Our advisory committees provide an opportunity for locals to share expert advice, guidance and ideas to help drive positive change and outcomes for Manningham.

As an advisory committee member, you will:

• play an active role in shaping the decisions Council makes for your community
• gain valuable experience and skills in leadership, strategic thinking and collaboration
• network with other community leaders, learning from their experience
• share your interests and passions with the Manningham community.

Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee (RASAC)

Do you want to make a difference in recreation and sport for the Manningham community? We’re seeking individuals of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds to:

• share their experience and insights
• help improve sporting and recreational outcomes
• ensure Manningham remains an active and vibrant community.

Who can apply

Committees are open to people who live, work, play or study in Manningham. Unfortunately, presidents, secretaries, and treasurers of sports clubs are ineligible to apply.

How to apply

Complete the online Expression of Interest form. 

If you need help to complete the Expression of Interest form, email Recreation at recreation2@manningham.vic.gov.au. 

Before applying, read the Terms of Reference.

Apply now

Manningham Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC)

Are you passionate about the future of young people in Manningham? Join the Youth Advisory Committee to:

• help shape government decisions that impact young people
• be a voice for youth in the community
• influence programs and policies that affect young people
• develop leadership skills and make a lasting impact.

Who can apply

Committees are open to young people between the ages of 15 and 25 who live, work, play or study in Manningham.

How to apply

Complete the online Expression of Interest form.

If you need help to complete the Expression of Interest form, email Children Youth and Family Services at youthadvisory@manningham.vic.gov.au. 

Before applying, read the Terms of Reference.

Apply now

Manningham’s new Councillors have elected Councillor Deirdre Diamante as Manningham Mayor and Councillor Andrew Conlon as Deputy Mayor for the year ahead. 

Unanimously voted in by her fellow Councillors at the Annual Meeting of Council on 19 November 2024, Cr Diamante said it is an honour to lead the newly elected Council in the first year of its four-year term. 

The Tullamore Ward Councillor is passionate about equal opportunity, our natural environment and family, and has been a Manningham resident for more than 40 years. A Councillor since 2020, Cr Diamante previously served as Manningham Mayor in 2022/23. 

“I have grown up in Manningham, in Council Street, and the opportunity to again lead this City in public service is truly amazing,” Cr Diamante said.

“I want Manningham to continue to be a great place to live, learn and grow. I want my children to want to live here and want to raise their families here.” 

Cr Diamante said some of her key priorities over the next year will include advocating for the Manningham community on the North East Link Project, working with local multicultural communities, supporting the work of our healthy ageing unit and enhancing opportunities for local businesses.

“I look forward to collaborating with all of our Councillors in developing our Council Plan, the Budget and our strategic approach for Manningham, harnessing our extensive expertise and experience for our community.”

Cr Andrew Conlon was elected as Deputy Mayor and congratulated Cr Diamante.

“This is an important year to set the tone for our Council term and I know you will support us to collaborate and make the right decisions for our community,” Cr Conlon said. 

Find out more about Manningham’s Councillors.

Watch the Annual Meeting of Council.