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… supporting documents can be attached to the nomination. All questions on the nomination form must be answered. All nominators will be told the outcome of their application … be announced at the Awards Ceremony in September 2025. All finalists must be able to attend the Award Ceremony on …
Nominations are now closed. Finalists will be announced on Wednesday, 30 July.
The new Manningham Community Awards recognise the outstanding contributions of those who are helping to shape our vibrant community.
The expanded program celebrates individuals and groups who have gone above and beyond in making Manningham a better place to live, work and visit over the past 12 months.
The awards recognise achievements in 8 categories, with one of these individual category winners to be named Manningham Citizen of the Year.
Nominations are now closed. Thank you to everyone who took the time to recognise the many amazing contributions in our community.
Finalists will be announced on Wednesday 30 July.
Winners will then be announced at an Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September at the Manningham Function Centre.
Tickets will be available from 28 July at a discounted cost to Manningham residents.
Manningham Community Award categories
- Doreen Stoves Excellence in Volunteering: Recognising an individual who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to volunteerism.
- Active Community: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to community participation in active lifestyles, sports or physical activity.
- Ageing Well: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to enhancing the lives of older residents, fostering social connection, safety or active ageing.
- Artistic Achievement: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to Manningham’s creative community, sparking artistic, cultural or creative expression.
- Community Excellence: Recognising a community organisation or group that has delivered outstanding programs or initiatives contributing to the wellbeing, development and cohesion of the Manningham community.
- Community Health and Wellbeing: Recognising an individual or group who has enhanced health, wellbeing or resilience in the community, whether through advocacy, program development or direct service delivery.
- Inclusive Community: Recognising an individual or group who has actively contributed to community accessibility, inclusivity or diversity.
- Young Achiever: Recognising a young person aged under 25, who has made a positive impact within the Manningham community through demonstrated leadership, innovation, or commitment to helping others.
Nominations and judging
Nominations are now closed.
Nominations are assessed against a set criteria and reviewed by a judging panel. The panel includes the Manningham Mayor, Director Connected Communities, the previous Citizen of Year recipient (in 2025 this will be the previous Manningham Civic Awards Citizen of the Year) and 2 members of Council’s advisory committees.
Finalists will be announced Wednesday 30 July.
Eligibility and Terms and Conditions
Find out more about nomination eligibility and what is required of the winners.
Eligibility
To be eligible for nomination, the nominee must meet the following criteria:
The nominee must reside in Manningham.
Nominators must have the permission of the person/group they are nominating, prior to applying.
Previous recipients of the Manningham Community Awards, or preceding Manningham Civic Awards, are ineligible to receive the same Award within a 10-year period.
For the Manningham Young Achiever Award, the nominee must be under 25 years old on 30 June of the nominating year.
Manningham Councillors, Manningham Council employees, Manningham Council Programs and Committees, State and Federal politicians are not eligible, but are encouraged to nominate others.
Nomination Terms and Conditions
Self-nominations are accepted, however written references will be required to support the nomination.
Nominees can only be nominated once and in a single category. Nominations across multiple categories are not accepted. However, multiple supporting documents can be attached to the nomination.
All questions on the nomination form must be answered.
All nominators will be told the outcome of their application in August 2025, with each category having a maximum of three finalists.
The winner of each category will be amongst the notified finalists and will be announced at the Awards Ceremony in September 2025.
All finalists must be able to attend the Award Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
Each finalist will be issued a complimentary ticket plus two tickets for additional guests (3 in total per finalist).
The winner of each category must be willing to share their achievements within the 12 months following the award, including promotional campaigns and photo opportunities.
The winner of the Manningham Citizen of the Year Award will be invited to join the assessment panel for the subsequent year’s awards.
Unsuccessful nominees and finalists may be re-nominated in subsequent years.
The decision of the judging panel is final, and no correspondence will be entered into in respect of the decision.
Manningham Citizen of the Year Award
This award is not open for direct nomination.
The Citizen of the Year will be chosen by the judging panel from the winners of all other categories, excluding:
The Manningham Community Excellence Award.
Any category winner which was a group, not an individual.
The panel will assess each eligible finalist for their outstanding contribution to the Manningham community within the last 12 months.
This is an individual-only award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Doreen Stoves Excellence in Volunteering Award
The nominee must have demonstrated ongoing commitment to volunteerism over the past 12 months and reflect the values and dedication exemplified by the late Doreen Stoves AM PSM JP.
This is an individual-only award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Manningham Active Community Award
The nominee must have contributed to community participation in active lifestyles, sports or physical activity in Manningham over the past 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Manningham Ageing Well Award
The nominee must have contributed to enhancing the lives of older residents in Manningham, fostering social connection, safety or active ageing over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Manningham Artistic Achievement Award
The nominee must have contributed to Manningham’s creative community, sparking artistic, cultural or creative expression in the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Manningham Community Excellence Award
The nominee must have delivered outstanding programs or initiatives contributing to the wellbeing, development, and cohesion of the Manningham community over the last 12 months.
This is a community organisation or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Manningham Community Health and Wellbeing Award
The nominee must have enhanced health, wellbeing or resilience within the Manningham community, whether through advocacy, program development or direct service delivery over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Manningham Inclusive Community Award
The nominee must have actively contributed to community accessibility, inclusivity or diversity in Manningham over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.
Manningham Young Achiever Award
The nominee must have made a positive impact within the Manningham Community through demonstrated leadership, innovation or commitment to helping others over the last 12 months.
This is an individual-only award.
The nominee must be under 25 years old on 30 June 2025.
Awards announcement
The 2025 Manningham Community Awards will be announced at the Award Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September. Please note this has changed from the 11 September date advised in the June edition of Manningham Matters.
Tickets will be available for purchase at a subsidised cost for Manningham community members from Monday 28 July.
… family for a fun weekend at the Veneto Club to celebrate all things Salami Festivities will include: Tasting and sales …
Bring the family for a fun weekend at the Veneto Club to celebrate all things Salami
Festivities will include:
- Tasting and sales
- Live Entertainment
- Demonstations
- Salami judging
- Food and drink stalls
… Dr Greg Moore. Nate Byrne, is the weather presenter on ABC News Breakfast, meteorologist, oceanographer and science … keynote speakers offering unique insights on how we can all shift to a greener future. Topics range from permaculture …
As part of the Inspired Living Series, join us on Thursday 23 May to find out what is happening to our local weather patterns and biodiversity.
Our presenter line up includes weather and biodiversity experts Nate Byrne, Professor David Karoly and Dr Greg Moore.
Nate Byrne, is the weather presenter on ABC News Breakfast, meteorologist, oceanographer and science communicator. Nate will discuss the latest climate modelling and how it’s predicted to affect Melbourne’s weather.
Professor David Karoly is an internationally recognised climate change expert. David will explore the latest climate science and how we can help reduce the increasing risk of catastrophic climate change.
Dr Greg Moore is a member of the National Trust of Victoria’s Register of Significant Trees member and inaugural president of the International Society of Arboriculture, Australian Chapter. Dr Moore will discuss how Manningham’s changing climate is impacting local biodiversity.
Inspired Living Series - keynote speaker events
The Inspired Living Series - keynote speaker events showcases five insightful, not-to-be-missed evenings at the iconic Manningham Function Centre.
The series will introduce you to a diverse line-up of local and international keynote speakers offering unique insights on how we can all shift to a greener future.
Topics range from permaculture to sustainable fashion. Each speaker will inspire and motivate simple, positive lifestyle choices, connection to nature and growing a thriving community in the midst dynamic change.
… at Macedon Square Environment and sustainability We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste. To … activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use …
We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste.
To celebrate Plastic Free July, we'll be popping up at our local activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use plastics.
Come along and say hello!
… at Tunstall Square Environment and sustainability We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste. To … activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use …
We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste.
To celebrate Plastic Free July, we'll be popping up at our local activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use plastics.
Come along and say hello!
… friends fun day. Come along for fun bowls activities for all the family to enjoy together, including: barefoot bowls … and fairy floss sausage sizzle This event is suitable for all age groups. No bookings required. Flat soled shoes …
Greythorn Bowls welcomes you to a free family and friends fun day.
Come along for fun bowls activities for all the family to enjoy together, including:
- barefoot bowls and games
- live music from the 60s, 70s and 80s
- face painter, slushies and fairy floss
- sausage sizzle
This event is suitable for all age groups.
No bookings required. Flat soled shoes recommended for playing.
… Week, come along to our information session about all things waste. Not sure what item goes into each bin? Get … Come along to our friendly session so we can answer all of your queries and dispel any myths! MC Square meeting …
To celebrate National Recycling Week, come along to our information session about all things waste.
Not sure what item goes into each bin?
Get confused about what can and cannot be recycled?
Would you like to know more about what is happening the in the waste industry?
Come along to our friendly session so we can answer all of your queries and dispel any myths!
… Wife are desperate to break a family curse. But when they all head into the woods to chase their wishes, they find that … is a fast-paced musical adventure perfect for audiences of all ages. Come see what happens after once upon a time — and …
Cinderella wants to go to the ball. Jack needs his cow to give milk. Little Red is off to Grandma’s. And a Baker and his Wife are desperate to break a family curse. But when they all head into the woods to chase their wishes, they find that getting what you want isn’t always what you need.
Packed with humor, heart, and unforgettable songs, Into the Woods Jr. is a fast-paced musical adventure perfect for audiences of all ages. Come see what happens after once upon a time — and before happily ever after.
… water with the Paddle Power program! Program information all equipment provided suitable for all genders this activity is for kids aged seven to 13 years. … residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35. Eligible families …
Do you have the power to paddle? Looking to get outdoors these school holidays? Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!
Program information
- all equipment provided
- suitable for all genders
- this activity is for kids aged seven to 13 years.
Terms and conditions
- Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35.
- Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.
How to apply
To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:
- register your interest now via the online form
- once you have submitted the form, you will receive the discount code and instructions on how to complete payment and confirm your spot in the program.
Please note: applications via this online form do not guarantee a spot in this program. After completing the online form, additional steps must be followed to secure a spot in this program.
… 2023 Kids and family We are so excited to share the news that Fireball is coming back to Warrandyte. Bramleigh …
We are so excited to share the news that Fireball is coming back to Warrandyte. Bramleigh Estate have donated their venue for this event.
The Fireball event celebrates the efforts of CFA volunteers with a night of fine food, live music, surprise performances and our famous champagne bar with prizes too.
The event will cater for over 300 guests to enjoy loads of entertainment.
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Tickets are $220 per person.
Inclusive of three courses, champagne, wine, beer and soft drinks.
Individual seating is available or book a whole table of 12.
Our aim for Fireball this year is to raise enough funds to purchase a light tanker for Wonga Park brigade, a member of the Greater Warrandyte CFA brigades. The decision of which brigade benefits and what appliance is most needed, is decided collectively by the captains of these brigades.
… opportunities and community services for residents of all ages in a picturesque setting. Corner Heidelberg …
We're upgrading Warrandyte Reserve to improve facilities at the northern oval for all park users. To provide feedback on the upgrade, visit Your Say Manningham.
The 6.1 hectare Warrandyte Reserve is north east of the municipality and bordered on the east by Andersons Creek.
The reserve is an important part of the Warrandyte community, providing a range of sporting and recreation opportunities and community services for residents of all ages in a picturesque setting. The reserve caters to both formal competition and informal activities. These include football, cricket, netball, basketball, tennis, walking, jogging, skating, exercising, playground use, picnicking and connecting with nature. The cricket club has been playing at Warrandyte Reserve since 1866 and the football and tennis clubs have been in existence since the early 1900’s.
Places and spaces
- Two ovals
- Two outdoor netball/ basketball courts
- Six tennis courts and club house
- Sports pavilion
- Cricket net facility
- Skate park
- Senior citizen centre
- Preschool/ maternal and child health centre
- Playground
- Sheltered picnic area and BBQ
- Toilets
Warrandyte Reserve Playground
Warrandyte Reserve playground offers opportunities for all ages in the same vicinity as the skate park.
There is a tunnel, spinner, double wave slide, swings and climbing wall, which are fun for the younger children, plus a hammock swing and group spinner suitable for everyone.
The reserve also has netball / basketball courts alongside the playground, so bring your ball, scooter, BMX or skateboard when you visit Warrandyte Reserve.
Suitable age group: 1 to 12 years
Warrandyte Skate Park
The Warrandyte Skate Park opened in 2001 and has become a huge success. The skate facility has street style skating with a spine ramp, grind rail, launch ramps, hip ramp, fun box and more. There are toilets on site, bus stops nearby on Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road and Goldfields Shopping Centre across the road.
Suitable age group: 8 plus years
Bring your dog
Off lead reserve, except within 15 metres of the playground or where a sporting event is in progress.
Sports clubs and community groups
- Warrandyte Netball Club
- Warrandyte Cricket Club
- Warrandyte Senior Football Club
- Warrandyte Junior Football Club
- Warrandyte Tennis Club
- Warrandyte Senior Citizens Club
- Warrandyte District Pre-school
- Warrandyte Maternal and Child Health Centre
Facilities for hire
Warrandyte Reserve offers football ground and cricket pitch hire.
Contact us for bookings and fees.
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
… it is the work of the devil and local witches. However, all is not what it seems. John Proctor, a local farmer, … suspects that the local witchcraft is not witchcraft at all, but the invention of a scorned teenage girl. Neighbour …
Hysteria runs rampant in Puritan Salem, Massachusetts. A group of young girls and a slave were found dancing in the woods and conjuring spells. After one of the girls falls ill, the town suspects it is the work of the devil and local witches. However, all is not what it seems. John Proctor, a local farmer, suspects that the local witchcraft is not witchcraft at all, but the invention of a scorned teenage girl. Neighbour turns on neighbour as Proctor fights to restore sense to the town and save many from the hangman’s noose.
Presented by Saga Productions Theatre
Written by Arthur Miller
Directed by Raquel Gardener & Alexandra Runge
… at Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day in which we remember all Australians who served and died in all wars and operational service past and present. Come along …
One of Australia’s most important national occasions, ANZAC Day goes beyond the anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day in which we remember all Australians who served and died in all wars and operational service past and present. Come along and mark the day at one of the RSL services in Manningham.
- 8.15 am: March
Prior to the ANZAC service a march will commence at the Templestowe Hotel car park.
- 8.30 am: Service
Templestowe RSL will hold an ANZAC service followed by a Gunfire Breakfast at the clubhouse at the conclusion of the service.
… and sweat in the best way possible! Open to females of all abilities and fitness levels. Bring your mum, daughter, … Timms. #ManninghamGirlsCan Celebrating women and girls of all shapes, sizes, skill levels and abilities. Women …
Free Basketball clinic hosted by Michele Timms and supported by some of the best local female players in Manningham.
This training session is guaranteed to make you smile and sweat in the best way possible!
Open to females of all abilities and fitness levels. Bring your mum, daughter, sister, girlfriend or friend.
There will be an opportunity at the end of the session for a Q and A with Michele Timms.
#ManninghamGirlsCan
Celebrating women and girls of all shapes, sizes, skill levels and abilities. Women supporting women in their pursuit of mind and body wellness, giving it a go and setting the example to our girls about maintaining an active lifestyle.
… This event has been cancelled. Come and join others from all around the community in our Unity Walk for Mental Health. … those who need it. This is a free inclusive event, open to all ages. Participants who register before 4 November will …
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled.
Come and join others from all around the community in our Unity Walk for Mental Health.
Show your solidarity and support of mental health and help raise awareness about the importance to talk about it, and NOT stay silent.
Raising mental health awareness is an important initiative to improve understanding and increase access to services for those who need it.
This is a free inclusive event, open to all ages.
Participants who register before 4 November will receive a free T-shirt.
Lucky lap prizes will be awarded throughout the day.
Pet friendly event.
… Sessions run for 45 minutes and are suitable for people of all genders aged 18 years and over. No experience needed and all fitness levels welcome. The Lake Circuit Path Exercise …
Join staff from Aquarena for a fitness session using the body weight equipment at the Lake Circuit Path Exercise Station at Ruffey Lake Park.
Sessions run for 45 minutes and are suitable for people of all genders aged 18 years and over.
No experience needed and all fitness levels welcome.
The Lake Circuit Path Exercise Station can be accessed through the Victoria Street or Church Road South entrance. More information, including a map link to the exact location, can be found on Ruffey Lake Park.
… Reserve Playground offers a variety of activities for all ages. The play unit caters for young children with a …
Hampshire Reserve Playground offers a variety of activities for all ages.
The play unit caters for young children with a double slide and underdeck activities including squeeze bars and a shop panel. There is a junior monkey bar, spring rocker, swings and a basketball ring. This “L” shaped reserve links Hampshire Road with Colston Close and the Koonung Creek Linear Park.
Suitable age group: 2 - 12 years.
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
… local history, walking, picnics and barbecues are all popular at Warrandyte. Yarra Street Warrandyte VIC 3134 …
Pedestrian path temporary closure - Wednesday 2 April
We will be temporarily closing the pedestrian pathway from Yarra Street to the Warrandyte Walk on Wednesday 2 April to keep our community safe while we remove a dead tree.
If you're sensitive to noise or will be walking your dog, we encourage you to take an alternative route along Yarra Street.
Warrandyte River Reserve is a great place to explore with many activities and places of interest to enjoy. Fishing, swimming, paddling, local history, walking, picnics and barbecues are all popular at Warrandyte.
Places and spaces
- walking Trails
- wonguim wilam
- exercise station under the bridge
- Taffy Jones Ruin
- Firewise garden display demonstrates how home gardens can be designed to reduce the potential impacts of bushfire
- Warrandyte Bakery is next door and other cafes are located on Yarra Street
- picnic or barbecue along the river.
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Bring your dog
Bring your dog - this is an off lead location. Please put your dog on a lead within 15 metres of the playground, BBQ area or where a sporting or community event is in progress.
For the safety of children, wonguim wilam is a dog free zone.
Getting there and car parking
There are lots of car parks along Yarra Street and at the nearby attractions and facilities. You can park the car at any of the places below:
- The Bridge (East of Yarra Street Bridge) - canoe launch and toilets
- wonguim wilam playspace
- Webb Street - bus stop
- The Diary Tree - picnic area
- Gospel - toilets and bus stop
- Stiggant Street - Stiggants Reserve playground, barbecue and picnic area
Catching the bus?
The buses that visit the area are:
- 906 - City to Warrandyte SmartBus service
- Bus routes 364, 578, 579
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
… water safety skills and team building. Program information all equipment provided suitable for all genders this activity is for teenagers aged 14 to 18 … residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35. Eligible families …
Kayak Paddleball is a team sport made up of five or more players who sit on top of kayaks. It is a low impact, outdoor activity.
This game offers a fantastic opportunity for social interaction and encouraging water confidence, water safety skills and team building.
Program information
- all equipment provided
- suitable for all genders
- this activity is for teenagers aged 14 to 18 years.
Terms and conditions
- Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35.
- Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.
How to apply
To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:
- register your interest now via the online form
- once you have submitted the form, you will receive the discount code and instructions on how to complete payment and confirm your spot in the program.
Please note: applications via this online form do not guarantee a spot in this program. After completing the online form, additional steps must be followed to secure a spot in this program.
… your resources to thrive. Commitment to participate in all four face to face sessions is essential. Suitable for all parents except those who are experiencing serious issues …
Let's face it. Parenting is challenging. Would you benefit from some time out to focus on yourself?
Facilitated by skilled therapists and counsellors and based on evidence based positive psychology, topics explored during the four sessions will include:
- the importance and different methods of self-care
- learn to recognise the signs of having a low tank and the effect on your parenting
- explore the values and aspects of thriving
- identify hopes and dreams as parents
- build your resources to thrive.
Commitment to participate in all four face to face sessions is essential.
Suitable for all parents except those who are experiencing serious issues that require more specialised professional support.