Come to this online session with your questions about the Community Development, Arts, Festivals and Events and Healthy Ageing grant categories.
Interested representatives from community organisations are invited to attend this Q&A session. Council officers will be available to respond to questions about Grant Guidelines, eligibility to apply for a grant and the application process.
Registrater now
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.
Help your kids be more confident in the water this summer with Active Manningham's Holiday Accelerated Swim Program (HASP).
Enrol now for a week of aquatic adventure and skill building. This program is designed to help develop individual swimming skills quickly.
Classes run for 30 minutes over five consecutive days, at the same time each day.
Participants will learn swimming and water safety skills from nationally qualified swim teachers.
Program information
Over a four-week program, participants will alternate between a Pilates Mat class and HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) classes.
Both sessions are suitable for beginners and advanced participants. Classes are run by a qualified Aquarena instructor.
These sessions are being run in partnership with Serenity for Women, Aquarena and Manningham Council.
Spots are limited so registrations are essential.
What to bring: Exercise mat, water bottle, towel
What to wear: Comfortable clothes to work out in
Benefits of Pilates
Benefits of HIIT training
Do you want to learn to skate but don’t know where to start?
Come along to an All Aboard skateboarding session to learn skate skill basics and build confidence in a fun and inclusive environment!
You’ll learn about skate skill development, injury prevention, skate park etiquette, equipment maintenance and lots more.
Workshops are led by experienced instructors focusing on building skills in a fun and social environment.
All Aboard skate sessions are open to school-aged children and young people of all genders and abilities. No prior experience is needed.
Come to as many or as few workshops as you like.
Nothing! Skateboards, helmets and padding are all provided. If you have your own equipment and prefer to use that, you can bring it along.
Registrations are required.
These workshops are made possible thanks to Victorian Skateboard Association, and a Manningham Community Partnership Grant.
Do you want to learn to skate but don’t know where to start?
Come along to an All Aboard skateboarding session to learn skate skill basics and build confidence in a fun and inclusive environment!
You’ll learn about skate skill development, injury prevention, skate park etiquette, equipment maintenance and lots more.
Workshops are led by experienced instructors focusing on building skills in a fun and social environment.
All Aboard skate sessions are open to school-aged children and young people of all genders and abilities. No prior experience is needed.
Come to as many or as few workshops as you like.
Nothing! Skateboards, helmets and padding are all provided. If you have your own equipment and prefer to use that, you can bring it along.
Registration is recommended but not essential.
These are the sessions for Lawford Reserve Skate Park. Looking for something closer to home? More locations are listed below.
These workshops are made possible thanks to Victorian Skateboard Association and a Manningham Community Partnership Grant.
Ready Steady Go into a lifelong love of sport!
Perfect for young sports fanatics, Ready Steady Go is Australia’s largest multi-sport program. Enroll today and help your kids build confidence and self-esteem, providing a platform of knowledge, and boosting school readiness skills.
Program information
Classes are for children aged two to six years with the following sessions:
Terms and conditions
Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $10.
Eligible families can apply for a discount for multiple children.
How to apply
To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:
Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.
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.
Kelly Sports has summer entertainment covered with a jam-packed holiday program filled with sport and recreation activities. From soccer and cricket, to tag games, kids will have a blast staying active and learning new skills.
The Kelly Sports team are supportive and encouraging. Their aim is to help kids get active, develop skills, build confidence and gain a lifelong love for sports and recreation.
Manningham Council are partnering with Kelly Sports to offer a limited number of low-cost, full and half day places in their holiday program.
Participants can select from a range of activities, times and days. Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.
Program information
How to apply
To secure one of the low-cost places, register your interest now via the online form. Once you have submitted the form, a Council officer will contact you to confirm registration into your nominated Kelly Sports program.
Please note: applications are an expression of interest only and submission does not confirm a place the program.
View the full program
Manningham Council is developing a Stormwater Management Strategy (Strategy) to help identify, manage and reduce flood risk to people, property, infrastructure and the environment.
The Strategy will be informed by Council endorsed documents, existing data, customer requests, flood mapping information and internal stakeholder feedback.
Manningham Mayor, Councillor Carli Lange said: “With a rapidly changing climate, population growth and increased development, effective stormwater management is critical in supporting a healthy, safe and resilient community.”
“As identified in our endorsed Climate Emergency Action Plan (CEAP), we’re committed to sustainably, mitigating against, and adapting to the impacts of climate change. The management of flood risk is also a significant strategic outcome included in the Yarra Strategic Plan,” Cr Lange said.
“Flooding is an inevitable part of our weather cycle. With more frequent and extreme weather events projected, we need to be proactive and consider how we can improve our preparedness and flood resilience.
“To achieve this, we’re leveraging customer and flood data to help inform the Stormwater Management Strategy – setting priorities to help us sustainably meet the challenges ahead,” Cr Lange said.
The Strategy forms part of Council’s approach to managing flooding and stormwater for a resilient future for Manningham. It will provide clear objectives to help guide stormwater planning and delivery of future projects and infrastructure as part of the long-term Capital Works Program.
It will comprise a two-part document including:
It will also identify current regulatory obligations relating to stormwater management flood risk and safety controls, considering residual and future flood risk management standards.
Council is undertaking several flooding and stormwater management initiatives, aimed at building a more resilient and liveable Manningham and facilitating robust planning for the future.
Part of this work includes developing a draft Integrated Water Management Strategy, which will respond to emerging water risks and challenges and identify opportunities to adapt to a more water constrained future.
Together with Melbourne Water, Council is also preparing comprehensive flood mapping to better identify and respond to areas of flood risk throughout Manningham.
In August 2022, Council appointed a Flooding and Stormwater Management Community Reference Panel, providing a direct link between Council and representatives of the Manningham community.
In informing Council’s deliberations, the Panel is helping support quality transparent decision making processes, to best place the Manningham community to proactively address emerging water challenges.
Council will consider the draft Stormwater Management Strategy Policy for adoption in August 2024. The Strategy is expected to be completed in late 2024.
For further information on our flooding and stormwater management initiatives, visit the Flooding and Stormwater Management Your Say Manningham page.
We’re reviewing Manningham’s Public Toilet Plan and seeking your feedback on local toilet facilities. The Public Toilet Plan (2021) is a 10-year plan to ensure a network of sustainable, safe, accessible and quality purpose-built facilities.
What’s been delivered so far?
Since the plan was endorsed in 2021, we’ve completed 12 new and upgraded public toilets across Manningham. We’re also on track to upgrade two more facilities by the end of the year
See what’s been delivered and what we are planning here.
Why are public toilets important?
Public toilets are essential for people to enjoy public spaces without feeling restricted. They help us socialise, exercise, play, learn and engage with the community. Well-placed facilities also support local business by encouraging visitors and residents to spend more time in the area.
Have your say
To share your thoughts and ideas, complete our short survey by Sunday 29 June.
Your feedback will help us create better public toilet facilities for everyone.
To have your say visit YourSay Manningham Public Toilet Plan Review.
More information
If you have any questions, please contact us at 9840 9333 or email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au
We’re reviewing our Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) and seeking your input on the priorities for managing dogs and cats in Manningham for the next four years.
The DAMP will provide a framework for how Council manages pets and supports their owners.
Residents are invited to provide feedback on several key areas, including:
Registration and identification of dogs and cats
Nuisance dogs and cats
Dog aggression and attacks
Dog walking in Manningham
Lost and found animals
Your feedback will help inform the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026-2029.
Visit YourSay Manningham and complete the survey between Monday 2 June and Sunday 29 June.
To speak to someone or complete the survey in your preferred language, please call 9840 9355.
If you would like this information in a different format, please contact manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au or call 9840 9333.
A Local Community Festival. ...
Join this local community festival for a fun family day out with activities, food and entertainment, concerts, waterslides and whacky races.
Other events include a billy cart derby, kids' market, battle of the bands, a film feast, Rotary Art Show and so much more.
For more information, go to the Warrandyte Festival website.
Note: this year's festival will not run on Sunday.
Meeting Date: 24 April 2018
Meeting Time: 7.00 pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
The Manningham Community Panel has reached a significant milestone, charting a course for the future after delivering its final recommendations to Council.
Manningham Mayor Councillor Deirdre Diamante said the Panel’s insights will be invaluable in ensuring that the Council’s strategic plans are grounded in the community's needs and aspirations.
“By listening to the voices of our community, we’re ensuring that our decisions and actions reflect and align with what matters most to our residents,” Cr Diamante said.
“The Panel has played a crucial role in this process, comprising members from diverse age groups, cultural backgrounds and geographic locations that represent the unique tapestry of our community.
“This collaborative approach will help enable us to create a more inclusive, resilient, sustainable and vibrant community for all.”
The Panel was established to identify Manningham's key priorities, challenges and opportunities – to help guide our strategic plans. This includes the Community Vision 2040, the four-year Council Plan, and the 10-year Asset and Financial Plans.
Throughout the process, Panel members deliberated for approximately 1,680 collective hours and heard from over 50 speakers from Council and community.
They handed over their recommendations at the final meeting on 1 February 2025. They span several themes including community safety, transport, open spaces and more.
“Over the coming weeks, we’ll prepare a response to each of the panel’s recommendations, including how they will be implemented or the reasons for not supporting any recommendation,” Cr Diamante said.
“We’re sincerely grateful to the panel members for their time and efforts during this dynamic process and committed to implementing the panel’s recommendations to the fullest extent possible. We’ll ensure their insights are carefully considered in all our decision-making as we plan ahead for Manningham,” the Mayor added.
For further information and stay up to date, visit YourSay Manningham.
Have you ever wanted to play music but weren’t sure where to start?
Well, look no further! The ukelele is a versatile and welcoming instrument for beginners.
Learn and play in a relaxed and social environment with experienced music educator, Nick Anthony, who will guide you on your burgeoning musical journey.
Car parking is available onsite and Bus 905 stops at Thompsons Road / Sunhill Road bus stop.
Australia Post has informed us that their distribution of this issue will not reach all households in the Warrandyte and Park Orchards areas.
Manningham Matters is distributed via Australia Post's Unaddressed Mail Service, which can take up to a week to reach all households in Manningham.
If your copy of Manningham Matters hasn't arrived by Wednesday 11 June, please email us at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au and we can send you a copy.
You can also read this month's edition online.
Disc Golf is a fun recreational activity for everyone!
The aim of the game is to throw your disc (similar to a frisbee) from the tee pad into the basket in the least number of throws.
At this come and try session members of the Melbourne Disc Golf Club will show you how to hold, throw and putt. Once you've got the hang of how it all works, you'll have the chance to play on the brand new, recently updated course.
No prior experience is required for this event. This event is suitable for families, all ages, all genders and all abilities.
Please note: entry is free but registrations are required.
Ruffey Lake Park Disc Golf Course is located near the Church Road entrance, just off King Street.
This activity is hosted by Melbourne Disc Golf.
Want to find out more about Disc Golf? Visit Melbourne Disc Golf Club.
Join fruit tree expert Christy Clarke from Fruit Tree Folk as he discusses how to effectively select, plant and care for a range of fruit trees for maximum health and abundance.
We will discuss the art of winter versus summer pruning, common pests and diseases, and organic solutions for these.
The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!
About Home Harvest: Home Harvest is a free, complete home gardening program that runs monthly from February to December. It aims to educate and inspire residents to grow their own organic, nutritious and delicious produce at home. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps!
Please see our events section for other upcoming sessions.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
At the 27 May Manningham Council Meeting, the draft Council Plan, draft 2025-26 Budget, draft 10 year financial plan and the draft Revenue and Rating Plan were tabled. These have been developed in line with Manningham's newly endorsed Community Vision 2040 to help shape the future of Manningham.
These draft strategic documents are now available on the Your Say Manningham website and will be presented for endorsement at the 30 June Council Meeting.
The draft Asset Plan 2025-2035 and the Council Plan Action Plan will be made available at an upcoming Council meeting.
The strategic documents are informed by extensive community engagement conducted throughout 2024-25.
At the heart of this work was the deliberative community panel – a collaborative effort that brought together 37 community members to play a crucial role in helping determine key priorities for Manningham.
Extensive community consultation informed both Council's strategic planning and the Community Panel’s deliberations, ensuring that the plans are grounded in the community's priorities, needs and aspirations.
This consultation included a community-wide survey last year, where 1,260 community members shared what matters most to them and which three areas they thought Council should focus on. Council also held a series of targeted conversations with key groups and residents including young people, older adults, multicultural communities and partners.
On top of that, many community members sent in their own ideas and suggestions through individual submissions, showing how Council services can improve to build a better future together.
These community insights provided Council with a strong and balanced view of the community's wants and needs. It directly shaped its strategic planning and the work of the Community Panel.
Given the depth and quality of feedback received during this process, a separate public submission process will not be held for this year’s strategic plans.
This approach is in line with Council's Community Engagement Policy as required by the Local Government Act.
Find out more by visiting the Your Say Manningham website.