Meeting Date: 31 October 2023
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
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… 28:47 10.2 Housing Reform Announcements - Implications for Manningham (Page 82) 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES 57:46 11.1 …
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Timestamps
| Timecode | Item |
|---|---|
| 5. PRESENTATIONS | |
| 05:20 | 5.1 Cr Stephen Mayne - 10 Year Service Award |
| 06:56 | 5.2 Finn Huber - World Indoor Cricket Federation |
| 08:05 | 6. PETITIONS |
| 09:08 | 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME |
| 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS | |
| 11:22 | 9.1 Planning Application PLN22/0462 at 7 Second Street, Warrandyte for a two-lot subdivision and associated works (including creation of access and removal of one Victorian native tree) |
| 10. CITY PLANNING | |
| 25:11 | 10.1 Endorsement of Final Affordable Housing Policy (Page 45) |
| 28:47 | 10.2 Housing Reform Announcements - Implications for Manningham (Page 82) |
| 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES | |
| 57:46 | 11.1 Tom Kelly Athletics Track Usage Plan (Page 136) |
| 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY | |
| 01:39:25 | 13.1 Annual Report 2022/23 (Page 198) |
| 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | |
| 01:51:17 | 14.1 Council Meeting Schedule for 2024 |
| 01:51:49 | 14.2 Informal Meetings of Councillors |
| 01:53:39 | 14.3 Documents for Sealing |
| 01:54:24 | 15. NOTICES OF MOTION |
| 01:58:04 | 17. COUNCILLORS REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME (Page 359) |
| 02:16:38 | 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS |
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… most observations of the most species by the most people. Manningham is collaborating with over 25 local governments to …
Join wildlife ecologist John Harris as we undertake a biodiversity survey of 100 Acres Reserve. This community biodiversity survey is part of the global City Nature Challenge (CNC).
How to participate
It is free, easy, and fun to get involved.
Bring your mobile phone or digital camera to take pictures of the wild plants, animals and fungi you see, or make sound recordings of frog or bird calls.
Any observations taken over the four days, need to be uploaded to iNaturalist and included in the City Nature Challenge 2023.
To prepare for the guided walks and talks:
- install the iNaturalist app on your mobile phone and create an iNaturalist account
- make sure your phone battery is fully charged on the day
- wear weather-appropriate clothing, bring a rain/wind-proof jacket, and wear safe, fully-enclosed walking shoes to go in long grass
- bring your own drink bottle and snacks
- become a member of the Melbourne City Nature Challenge project to discover nature in our neighbourhoods
About the City Nature Challenge
The City Nature Challenge runs from Friday 28 April to Monday 1 May 2023.
In this worldwide BioBlitz, cities compete to make the most observations of the most species by the most people.
Manningham is collaborating with over 25 local governments to form the Greater Melbourne project.
Last year Greater Melbourne came 33rd from 445 cities for the number of observations made. Hume City came fourth amongst the other local government areas.
… (all in contrast to her original accountancy training!). Manningham Function Centre Whats On … IDAHOBIT flag raising …
We invite you to join us in acknowledging the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) as we gather together to recognise the strengths, contributions and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Attendees are welcomed to join us in raising the Pride Flag on the concourse out the front of the Civic Centre. We will then move into the function rooms to listen to and learn from our guest speaker, Sally Goldner, share her lived experiences and speak to this year's IDAHOBIT theme.
2024 IDAHOBIT theme "No one left behind: Equality, freedom and justice for all".
Please note: registrations are required for this event.
IDAHOBIT is internationally recognised as May 17.
Keynote speaker
Sally Goldner AM’s massive involvement in Victoria’s queer communities spans nearly 30 years. Her diverse contributions include being a founding member of Transgender Victoria, presenting 3 CR’s “Out of the Pan,” Transfamily Treasurer, Just.Equal Australia Treasurer and Bisexual Alliance Victoria Treasurer. She is the focus of an autobio-doco “Sally’s Story”, a life member of four queer-focussed organisations and has made broad-ranging contributions to many groups.
Sally was inducted into the Victorian Women’s Honour Roll in 2016 (the first trans and first known bi woman to receive the honour), awarded LGBTI Victorian of the Year in 2015 and noted in The Age’s Top 100 most creative and influential people in Melbourne in 2011. She was awarded the Order of Australia in 2019. She is a professional wrestling ring announcer, MC, speaker, educator, life coach and occasional performer (all in contrast to her original accountancy training!).
… PERMIT APPLICATIONS 10. CITY PLANNING 18:20 10.1 Manningham Planning Scheme Review 2022 - Endorsement of Final …
Meeting Date: 13 December 2022
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
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| Timecode | Item |
|---|---|
| 6. PETITIONS | |
| 04:15 | 6.1 Petition - Enforce Parking Restrictions in Anderson Street, Warrandyte during Public Events Days |
| 05:12 | 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME |
| 17:23 | 8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS |
| 18:10 | 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS |
| 10. CITY PLANNING | |
| 18:20 | 10.1 Manningham Planning Scheme Review 2022 - Endorsement of Final Report (page 3) |
| 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES | |
| 23:45 | 11.1 Review of Community Grant Program Policy (Page 166) |
| 36:55 | 11.2 Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee Endorsement (Page 187) |
| 12. CITY SERVICES | |
| 46.10 | 12.1 Climate Emergency Action Plan and Environment Programs (Page 195) |
| 54:40 | 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY |
| 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | |
| 54:55 | 41.1 Strategic Risk Register six monthly report November 2022 |
| 57:10 | 14.2 Fraud and Corruption Policy Review 2022 |
| 01:00:20 | 14.3 Councillor Committees and Chairperson Appointments for 2023 |
| 01:09:00 | 14.4 Appointment of Authorised Officer - Planning and Environment Act 1987 |
| 01:09:30 | 14.5 Informal Meetings of Councillors |
| 01:10:08 | 14.6 Documents for Sealing |
| 15 NOTICES OF MOTION | |
| 01:10:40 | 15.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Stephen Mayne (NOM No. 6/2022) |
| 01:14:50 | 16. URGENT BUSINESS |
| 01:15:09 | 17. COUNCILLORS REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME |
| 01:30:38 | 18. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS |
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… places are limited. Register your attendance today. Manningham Function Centre Seniors … Healthy, Happy and Wise …
Join us for the Healthy, Happy & Wise: Healthy Ageing Forum, an informative event designed to support older adults in ageing well.
Featuring expert speakers from organisations such as Eastern Community Legal Centre, Bendigo Bank, and Elder Rights Advocacy, the forum will cover key topics including financial literacy, retirement planning, elder rights, housing, and active living.
The expert panel will be addressing key topics relating to healthy ageing, and what it means to be Healthy, Happy and Wise.
Participants will be able to explore resource stalls, and enjoy complimentary morning tea.
Held in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025, this event highlights the importance of elder rights, ageism prevention, and a safe, respectful community for all.
This event is now sold out, but you can join the waitlist by clicking the "join waitlist" button on the right.
Join us for the Healthy, Happy & Wise: Healthy Ageing Forum, an informative event designed to support older adults in ageing well.
Featuring expert speakers from organisations such as Eastern Community Legal Centre, Bendigo Bank, and Elder Rights Advocacy, the forum will cover key topics including financial literacy, retirement planning, elder rights, housing, and active living.
Attendees can engage in a panel discussion with Q&A, explore resource stalls, and enjoy a complimentary morning tea for networking and community connection.
Held in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025, this event highlights the importance of elder rights, ageism prevention, and a safe, respectful community for all.
This is a free event, however places are limited. Register your attendance today.
… Report 57:10 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY 57:15 13.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3 (January-March), …
Meeting Date: 30 May 2023
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
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| Timecode | Item |
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| 4.25 | 5. PRESENTATIONS |
| 4:33 | 6. PETITIONS |
| 4:38 | 6.1 Parking restrictions in Rose Street Doncaster |
| 5:28 | 6.2 Footpath construction in Carlton Court, Templestowe |
| 6:07 | 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME |
| 13:07 | 8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS |
| 13:17 | 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS |
| 13:20 | 9.1 Planning application PLA22/0031 for an amendment to Planning Permit PL 14/024793 at 1026-1030 Doncaster Road, Doncaster East |
| 22:58 | 10. CITY PLANNING |
| 23:05 | 10.1 Shopping Centre Upgrade Plan |
| 33:35 | 10.2 Community Local Law 2023 |
| 47:23 | 10.3 New Committees - Liveable Places and Spaces Advisory Committee (LPSAC) and Historical Societies Working Group (HSWG) - Endorse Terms of Reference |
| 52:11 | 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES |
| 52:17 | 12. CITY SERVICES |
| 52.20 | 12.1 March 2023 Capital Works Status Report |
| 57:10 | 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY |
| 57:15 | 13.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3 (January-March), 202/23 |
| 1:01:35 | 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER |
| 1:01:40 | 14.1 Proposed 10 year Financial Plan 2023/24 to 2032/33 |
| 1:07:46 | 14.2 Proposed 2023/24 Budget |
| 1:22:50 | 14.3 Informal Meeting of Councillors |
| 1:23:25 | 14.4 Documents for Sealing |
| 1:23:50 | 15. NOTICES OF MOTION |
| 1:23:55 | 15.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Tomas Lightbody (NOM No. 2/2023) |
| 1:25:46 | 16. URGENT BUSINESS |
| 1:23:53 | 17. COUNCILLORS REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME |
| 1:39:55 | 18. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS |
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… efficiently and sustainably. Did you know that Manningham is one of the leafiest areas of metropolitan … a plan for the future renewal and upgrade of all parks in Manningham over the next 20 years. How was this program …
Did you know that Manningham is one of the leafiest areas of metropolitan Melbourne with more than 656 hectares of Council-managed parks and reserves?
With more than 60km of shared trails, 300 individual parks and reserves, 165 play spaces, numerous picnic areas and walking paths to manage, our Parks Improvement Program sets out a plan for the future upgrades of all our parks over the next 20 years.
We are guided by our Open Space Strategy, the Eastern Region Sport, Recreation and Trail Strategy, specific park masterplans, community requests and planned facility renewal programs.
Our Parks Improvement Program identifies opportunities for improvements and ensures our parks and reserves are well maintained and upgraded as our population grows.
What is the Parks Improvement Program?
The Parks Improvement Programs sets out a plan for the future renewal and upgrade of all parks in Manningham over the next 20 years.
How was this program developed?
The Parks Improvement Program is based on recommendations from our Open Space Strategy, Eastern Region Sport, Recreation and Trails Strategy, specific masterplans for our parks, feedback and requests from our community and planned facility renewal programs.
What are the objectives of this plan?
This program will ensure our parks and reserves remain relevant and accessible to everyone into the future. It will make sure that facilities are in good condition and adapt to changing needs.
How is the schedule of renewal and upgrade determined?
For most park facilities like playspaces, furniture, paths and garden beds they need to be renewed every 20-25 years to ensure they are in a good and safe condition. Other factors are the level of use, i.e. Regional parks and playspaces get much higher use and wear out more quickly; the population growth in that neighbourhood; and demand for new facilities like fitness equipment, lighting and trails.
Does the program factor in new parks in the future?
Yes a number of new parks or expansion of existing ones has been determined in the Open Space Strategy to cater for gaps in provision, links to other parks or where there is higher density living occurring. These sites will gradually be acquired and developed as they become available.
Current park and playspace upgrades
… 1:33:55 13.2 MAV State Council Motions 1:42:45 13.3 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 2 (Oct-Dec), 2024/25 …
Meeting Date: 25 February 2025
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
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Timestamps
| Timecode | Item |
|---|---|
| 5. PRESENTATIONS | |
| 04:40 | 5.1 Receipt of Community Panel Recommendations |
| 14:20 | 5.2 Motion of Condolence: Passing of The Hon. Kevin Andrews MP AM |
| 21:30 | 5.3 Motion of Condolence: Passing of Eric Collyer |
| 27:20 | 5.4 Motion of Condolence: Passing of Helen Rennie |
| 6. PETITIONS | |
| 30:50 | 6.1 Petition - Residents proposing to establish Ilma Court and Robb Close as a Residents only parking area |
| 32.05 | 6.2 Petition - Parking issue related to North East Link Parking and Rocklea Road and Golden Way area, surrounding Streets and Courts |
| 33:05 | 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME |
| 56:30 | 8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS |
| 56:40 | 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS |
| 10. CITY PLANNING | |
| 56:50 | 10.1 Statutory Planning Application Activity Quarter 2 (October to December 2024) |
| 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES | |
| 1:02:20 | 11.1 Review of Advisory Committees: Terms of Reference and Membership |
| 12. CITY SERVICES | |
| 1:07:00 | 12.1 Road Management Plan (RMP) Review |
| 1:11:00 | 12.2 Electric Line Clearance Tender Report |
| 1:19:40 | 12.3 2024/25 Capital Works Program Q2 Status Report |
| 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY | |
| 1:23:15 | 13.1 Federal Advocacy Priorities |
| 1:33:55 | 13.2 MAV State Council Motions |
| 1:42:45 | 13.3 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 2 (Oct-Dec), 2024/25 |
| 1:48:40 | 13.4 Reschedule June Council Meeting |
| 1:50:00 | 13.5 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 |
| 1:50:25 | 13.6 Informal Meetings of Councillors |
| 1:52:00 | 13.7 Documents for Sealing |
| 1:52:20 | 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER |
| 1:52:30 | 15. URGENT BUSINESS |
| 1:52:35 | 16. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME |
| 2:10:00 | 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS |
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… shares experiences from LGBTQIA+ Disabled young people. Manningham Council is committed to creating a community that …
A judgment-free space to learn how to better support LGBTQIA+ youth in your life.
An Allies session aimed at parents, carers, families, teachers and others to build their understanding of LGBTQIA+ youth experiences. The session will give participants the opportunity to ask questions, without judgement, and show them ways to be a better ally to the LGBTQIA+ community.
This session will be facilitated by Dr Tina Dixson (she/her) and Kochava Lilit (they/them) from Women’s Health East.
About the session
Topics covered include:
- building belonging, practical allyship for thriving LGBTQIA+ youth
- information for carers, parents, grandparents, family, teachers and other allies in the community
- increasing knowledge of sexual, gender, and bodily diversity and equipping participants with strategies to support LGBTQIA+ youth to flourish socially, emotionally, and personally
- how to have conversations about topics like gender, sexuality and consent in a respectful and affirming way, and how to speak up for and with LGBTQIA+ young people as effective allies
- practical advice, with a focus on listening to and understanding LGBTQIA+ young people and forming stronger community connections
- practical tools to foster belonging and build stronger connections with LGBTQIA+ youth, recognising their diversity.
About the facilitators
Dr Tina Dixson (she/her) is a queer Ukrainian feminist, academic, and social policy professional who sought asylum in Australia with her partner, Dr Renee Dixson. She has worked across LGBTIQA+ equality, refugee protection, and gender-based violence. Tina completed her PhD at the Australian National University, exploring the lived experiences of queer and trans refugee women. She co-founded the Forcibly Displaced People Network, Australia’s only national LGBTIQA+ refugee-led organisation.
Kochava Lilit (they/them) is a queer Disabled advocate and educator who has worked in queer, trans, and youth peer support and advocacy spaces. Kochava is the project coordinator for Get the Go-Ahead at Women’s Health East, an affirmative consent education project codesigned by a group of disabled Young Experts. Get the Go-Ahead includes resources on discussing consent, relationships, and sexuality with young people and shares experiences from LGBTQIA+ Disabled young people.
Manningham Council is committed to creating a community that embraces inclusiveness and equality.
… to Proceed 12. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY 01:26:55 12.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3, January - March …
Meeting Date: 24 May 2022
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Members of the public can attend Council meetings in person. We have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (even if you don’t have a Facebook account) or website. The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.
Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:
Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. As you cannot be present in the chamber, your question will be read out at the meeting by the CEO. For more information visit the Council Meeting Procedures page.
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| Timecode | Item |
|---|---|
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00:04:00 |
Public question time |
| 00:15:00 | Admission of Urgent Business |
| 00:15:00 | Planning Permit Applications |
| 10. CITY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY | |
| 00:16:00 | 10.1 Domestic Animal Management Plan |
| 00:58:15 | 10.2 Neighbourhood House Review |
| 01:13:00 | New Council Advisory Committees - Membership Recomendations |
| 11. CITY SERVICES | |
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01:19:00 |
11.1 Anderson Park Master Plan |
| 01:25:20 | 11.2 Proposed Deviation of (Part) Reynolds Road, Donvale - Recommendation to Proceed |
| 12. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY | |
| 01:26:55 | 12.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3, January - March 2021/2022 |
| 13. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | |
| 01:30:45 | 13.1 Proposed 10 Year Financial Plan 2022/23 to 2031/32 |
| 01:39:30 | 13.2 Proposed 2022/23 Budget |
| 01:54:30 | 13.3 Informal Meetings of Councillors |
| 01:55:00 | 13.4 Documents for Sealing |
| 01:55:40 | 14 URGENT BUSINESS |
| 01:55:40 | 15 COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME |
… events by subscribing to our Environment Newsletter . Manningham Function Centre Environment and Sustainability …
The Sustainable Gardening Australia, Edible Gardening Seminar Series is a complete home gardening program that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh, healthy, and nutritious food at home.
Growing your own food can be not only rewarding and enjoyable but can also save you money as well.
Each seminar will cover a different aspect of growing organic food including soil preparation, pest and diseases and selecting what fruits and vegetables are right for your garden.
Edible gardening topics
- Tuesday 11 October: Getting Started with Veggie Gardening
The first step is to want to grow organically, but where do you start? This workshop will set you up to start your veggie gardening journey so you can enjoy the benefits of growing your own fresh, healthy, and nutritious food. - Tuesday 18 October: Healthy Soil for Produce Gardening
Healthy soil is full of life and fundamental to the health of our gardens, providing plants with all the nutrients and water they need to grow. Good soil is essential for growing produce. - Tuesday 8 November: Dealing with Garden Pests without Harsh Chemicals - CANCELLED
Garden pests can be managed using nature and its resources to strengthen the balance within your garden, avoiding unnecessary chemical use. - Tuesday 15 November: Composting and Worm Farming
Using compost, worms, bokashi or chooks to turn kitchen and garden waste into black gold for your garden. - Tuesday 22 November: Preparing for Summer Harvest
Everything you need to know to grow fresh produce at home this summer.
Food and gardening swap
Bring along your home-grown foods, seedlings, and other gardening items to share with someone else. The home-grown food and seed swap takes place 20 minutes prior to the start of the seminar. So don't forget to bring your own treats to share.
This program is part of the wider Spring Outdoors Sustainable Gardening Australia Seminar Series. This series includes seminars and webinars at Nillumbik and Banyule councils.
For a full list of events in this series, download the Spring Outdoors Sustainable Gardening Australia brochure, or visit Spring Outdoors.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events by subscribing to our Environment Newsletter.
… of Council Endorsed Policies 1:20:21 - Review of Manningham's Governance Rules 1:25:47 - Documents for Sealing …
Meeting Date: 24 August 2021
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Virtual meeting. You can watch the livestream on this page or on our Facebook page.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings
As part of our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 we have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, Council meetings will be held virtually until further notice. Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (you can view the livestream on our Facebook page even if you don’t have a Facebook account). The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.
Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:
Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. As you cannot be present in the chamber, your question will be read out at the meeting by the CEO. For more information visit the Council Meeting Procedures page.
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Agenda timestamps
00:00 - Opening prayer and statements of acknowledgement
06:35 - Passing of former Councillor Fred Chuah
13:00 - Kiwanis Club – Monster Raffle
15:36 - Petitions
24:10 - Public question time
29:21 - Planning permit applications
37:51 - City planning and community
45:42 - City services
49:46 - Procurement Policy review
53:35 - 10 Year Financial Plan 2021/22 to 2030/31
1:00:41 - Council Plan 2021-2025
1:06:10 - Strategic Risk Register
1:10:51 - Bulk Retirement of Council Endorsed Policies
1:20:21 - Review of Manningham's Governance Rules
1:25:47 - Documents for Sealing
1:27:26 - Councillors' question time
… release: Pride Night returns to Aquarena in 2025 Active Manningham and Manningham Council are bringing Pride Night at Aquarena back …
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Active Manningham and Manningham Council are bringing Pride Night at Aquarena back for 2025. This free event will bring together our LGBTQIA+ community and their families, friends and allies.
Pride Night 2025 will be held Sunday 2 February 2025 from 5.00pm to 8.00pm at Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre on Williamsons Road in Templestowe Lower.
Guests can expect fun, fitness, and connection with performances by Holly Pop and Xena Ghost, music provided by DJ Literally, Zumba classes and water aerobics, and a free barbecue.
Manningham Mayor, Councillor Deirdre Diamante said Council is committed to ensuring there are opportunities for everyone to be included in community life.
“Pride Night is a celebration of diversity, joy, and connection, and we’re thrilled to invite everyone to come along and join the fun.”
“Diversity is at the heart of what makes Manningham such a vibrant and connected community, these events strengthen our understanding, and reminds us that inclusion makes us all stronger,” Cr Diamante said.
Manningham Youth Service support worker Leo went along in 2024 and shared their thoughts on the value of inclusive community events.
"Events like this are an important way for community organisations like Aquarena to invite in the LGBTQIA+ community in and show them that it is a safe space to exist and that the service is for them as well as everyone else."
Come along to Aquarena and celebrate Pride Night in February.
You can find out more and register for the event on the Manningham Council website.
… make a splash with new water safety program A new Active Manningham program is providing life-saving water safety … have little or no swimming experience. On this page Active Manningham … Graduates make a splash with new water safety …
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A new Active Manningham program is providing life-saving water safety skills to adults from our multicultural community who have little or no swimming experience.
Eighteen people recently graduated from the first round of the 10-week Safely Engaging with Water Program at Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Templestowe Lower.
Manningham Mayor, Cr Deirdre Diamante, attended the final session and celebration event, presenting certificates to the successful participants together with Dr Harpreet Singh Kandra, who helped develop the program with Aligned Leisure.
The program creates a safe, inclusive environment for adults from multicultural communities to learn about water safety and develop basic swimming skills. It aims to help participants overcome fear and anxiety associated with water while reducing the risk of drowning.
Cr Diamante congratulated the graduates for taking the important first step of learning to swim.
“Water safety is such a valuable life skill. I’d like to thank Dr Kandra and Aligned Leisure for making this life-saving program available to our multicultural community,” Cr Diamante said.
The program offers subsidised male-only and female-only sessions with experienced instructors of the same gender during quieter off-peak times, providing a more comfortable learning environment for participants.
“It’s been great value and I’ve learnt so much,” one participant said of their experience.
“The instructor is amazing and has been teaching us very well,” another participant said.
Round 2 of the program starts on Saturday 26 April. Visit Active Manningham for more information.
… 16 Days of Activism 2024 See what's on in Manningham during 16 Days of Activism. On this page All …
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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.
Call 1800RESPECT or visit respectvictoria.vic.gov.au. You can also find local wellbeing support services.
What's on for 16 Days of Activism
… Can is back in November 2024. On this page All News Active Manningham … This Girl Can 2024 …
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This Girl Can is back in 2024!
This year we are offering events in Manningham for the entire month of November!
Who can? This Girl Can!
Calling all women and girls – This Girl Can is back in November 2024.
We’re supporting This Girl Can again in 2024. This VicHealth campaign aims to inspire and empower women and girls to get active, regardless of age, size, background, gender identity or fitness level.
This year, throughout the entire month of November, groups across Manningham will be offering a range of free or low-cost physical activities. Women and girls will have the opportunity to get back into exercise in a way that feels good to them!
Whether you prefer to get active solo or thrive in the energy of a team, we've got your back every step of the way. Now’s your chance to get out there and get moving!
You can download the 2024 calendar of events or discover what's on below.
This Girl Can is proudly supported by VicHealth and Manningham Council.
#ManninghamGirlsCan
… Action Week Local Activity Guide Check out what's on in Manningham this Dementia Action Week, 16 to 22 September. On …
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UPDATED: Tuesday 27 August 2024
This Dementia Action Week (16 to 22 September) Dementia Australia are encouraging everyone to take the first step to learn more about dementia and how you can help shape your community for the better.
We’ve put together a Local Activity Guide for residents of Manningham living with dementia, as well as their carers and support networks. It’s designed to help you easily find out what’s on during Dementia Action Week, and we encourage you to take part.
Book an activity today.
See what's on in the list of events below or download the activity guide.
Dementia Action Week events
For more information, contact the Healthy Ageing Team on 9840 9230.
… Guide Find free or affordable activities or events in Manningham during Seniors Month! On this page All News …
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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.
See what's on
… Sentinel sculpture to be relocated Manningham's iconic ' Sentinel ' sculpture by Inge King is …
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Manningham’s iconic ‘Sentinel’ sculpture by Inge King is moving to a new, but nearby home.
The sculpture was carefully transported into temporary storage as one-piece to allow North East Link Project (NELP) to progress works on the Eastern Freeway upgrades.
Sentinel will return to take pride of place at a suitable gateway location when works at the Doncaster interchange are completed in 2026. It will remain a prominent piece for Manningham to be enjoyed by local community and visitors alike.
Learn more about the relocation of Sentinel.
For NELP construction information and updates, call 1800 105 105 or visit the Big Build website.
Sentinel
Located at the Doncaster Road exit of the Eastern Freeway, Sentinel was conceived as an icon of the City of Manningham – casting a watchful eye over the area. Its curved shapes symbolise the two creeks of the municipality; the Mullum Mullum and the Koonung Creeks. They enclose the blue oval form representing the City of Manningham.
Standing at 13 metres high and weighing 12 tonnes, Sentinel was created by internationally renowned artist and long-term Manningham resident Inge King.
About the artist
“Sculpture is the exploration of form and space, it is a drawing from a thousand different angles” - Inge King (National Gallery of Australia).
A leading Australian sculptor, Inge King AM (1915 – 2016) was pivotal in developing and diversifying sculpture in Australia and worked actively until she was 98 years old.
Born in Berlin, Inge moved to Australia in 1950, creating many iconic public works in Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. She was made a Member of the Order of Australia in 1984.
… Media release: Inge King Sentinel sculpture to be relocated Manningham's iconic ' Sentinel ' sculpture by Inge King is …
Article Content
Manningham’s iconic ‘Sentinel’ sculpture by Inge King is moving to a new, but nearby home.
The sculpture has been carefully transported into temporary storage as one-piece, to allow North East Link Program to progress works on the Eastern Freeway upgrades.
Created by world renowned artist and former Warrandyte resident, Inge King, Sentinel was conceived as an icon of the City of Manningham – casting a watchful eye over the area.
Its curved shapes symbolise the two creeks of the municipality – the Mullum Mullum and the Koonung Creeks. They enclose the blue oval form representing the City of Manningham.
Sentinel will return to take pride of place at a suitable gateway location when works at the Doncaster interchange are completed in 2026.
While the location is still to be confirmed, we’ll ensure it will remain a prominent piece for Manningham to be enjoyed by local community and visitors alike.
Further information:
- Learn more about the relocation of Sentinel
- Read more about the Sentinel sculpture
- For North East Link Program construction information and updates, call 1800 105 105 or visit the Big Build website.
About the artist
A leading Australian sculptor, Inge King AM (1915 – 2016) was pivotal in developing and diversifying sculpture in Australia and worked actively until she was 98 years old.
Inge King and her husband Australian painter and printmaker Grahame King (1915-2008) built their home and studio in Warrandyte in 1952.
Born in Berlin, Inge moved to Australia in 1950, creating many iconic public works in Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. She was made a Member of the Order of Australia in 1984.