View all our services to help you dispose your unwanted items, learn how to recycle and more.
Manage your waste
Book a hard rubbish collection
Looking to get rid of large unwanted household items. Find out what we can collect.
Container Deposit Scheme in Manningham
Victoria’s first Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) is now operating across Victoria, including sites in Manningham.
Soft plastics recycling put on hold
We are working with other Victorian Councils to lobby the State Government for soft plastics processing facilities.
Recycle at your local mini recycling station
We've installed mini recycling stations so you can recycle common household items that cannot go into your bins.
Find your local transfer stations (tips) and recycling centres
View a list of our closest transfer stations (tips) and recycling centres.
How to dispose of items
Find out how to dispose of your unwanted items using the Alphabetical listing
Guides
We love our furry friends. Find out what you need to do or know to be a responsible pet and animal owner in Manningham.
Find your missing pet
View our lost pets database via the Manningham Pound or report a missing pet
Report a barking dog
Find out what to do if a barking dog is being disruptive to the community.
Protecting native animals and insects
We celebrate all forms of life big and small in our community, learn about the most common creatures and our guidance around them.
Find suitable parks, reserves and trails
Check out all parks suitable for dogs to run free or dogs to remain on their lead.
Find permits, services and guides relating to parking, roads and footpaths
Report an issue with a tree on public land
You can report a tree or tree branch that is obstructing the road, footpath or is in danger of falling or causing damage.
Apply for works, drainage and stormwater connection permit
You will need a Works and Drainage Permit (WDP) to undertake works that impact Manningham’s assets.
Report a blocked or damaged street drain
We are responsible for an extensive network of underground drains that prevent storm-water run-off from impacting property, footpaths and roads.
Drainage projects design and construction
Find out how we're improving drainage and flood mitigation.
Footpath maintenance and construction
Find out about new path projects in Manningham including footpaths, shared paths and shared trails.
Street sweeping
We are responsible for maintaining 608km of local roads within Manningham. Find out more about our street sweeping program.
Can't find what you're looking for?
Get guidance on popular topics like removing trees or building fences to understand land-use, planning, building and infrastructure needs. You can also find links to important mapping and planning resources.
New to property and development?
Get familiar with the general permit process with our when do you need a permit guide.
View maps, the planning scheme and amendments to the scheme
View by topic
Trees
Find out how to remove a tree or report issues with a tree on public land.
Fences
See what's required when building or replacing a fence.
Swimming pool and spas
Understand what's needed when you have a pool or spa.
Septic tanks
Find out about connecting to sewer and installing, removing or decommissioning a new septic tank.
Heritage listed properties
Get advice and find heritage listed properties in Manningham.
Development guides
These guides below may help you with planning your development:
Build sustainable properties
View a range of links to advice and resources on things that will assist you in building a sustainable property.
Build safe properties
View a range of links to advice and resources on things that will assist you in building a safe property.
Prepare your property for emergencies
View resources to help you prepare your property for various types of emergencies like bushfires, floods and storms.
Increasing pedestrian movement
We plan the construction of our city’s footpaths, shared paths and trails by identifying the routes that pedestrians use more often on their journeys.
We use community feedback and other key areas to identify this network and locate where new footpaths are needed and plan for their construction.
Works to build a new footpath are prioritised by:
- the pedestrian demand
- the type of road
- its location relative to various facilities within the community
- the proximity to public transport.
Timeframes for new footpath projects can be affected by factors such as major road projects or large scale developments throughout Manningham.
Completed projects
Increasing public transport movement
We identify and prioritise the routes and stops that commuters use most.
We consider community feedback, commuter demand and nearby services and facilities to identify locations where new shelters or upgrades are needed.
Works to build new shelters are prioritised by:
- commuter demand and historical requests
- the type of road the bus stop is located on
- the bus stop’s location relative to various facilities within the community.
On average, we aim to build between three and five, new or upgraded shelters every year.
The timing for new shelter projects may be influenced by factors like big road projects or large developments in Manningham.
Visit our local shopping centres or markets for a little bit of retail therapy and to explore our local arts, crafts, fashion and food.
Our shopping centres
We have a range of local shopping experiences close to home that suit a variety of budgets and needs. From dog grooming to enjoying a tasty lunch, our friendly traders provide excellent service and are happy to help. Discover some of our great shopping locations today.
Waste and recycling facilities close to Manningham
View a list of our closest transfer stations (tips) and recycling centres below.
Not sure how to dispose of unwanted items?
Check out our A-Z waste and recycling guide or contact us.
Our strategies and action plans detail how we deliver outcomes for the community and Manningham. Planning is developed in consultation with the community in line with our community engagement policy.
Manningham’s 2040 Community Vision
Manningham is a peaceful, inclusive and safe community. We celebrate life with its diverse culture, wildlife and natural environment. We are resilient and value sustainable and healthy living, a sense of belonging, and respect for one another.
Strategies
Action plans
We operate and have established a large number of internal advisory groups and other committees. We are also a member of or associated with a number of external bodies and committees.
The table below shows the members appointed to each committee. These appointments are reviewed on an annual basis.
All current appointments were made by Council on 28 November 2023.
Council Committee |
Appointee(s) for 2024 |
Chairperson Appointee for 2024 |
Arts Advisory Committee |
Appointed Councillor |
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Audit and Risk Committee |
Independent Chairperson |
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CEO Employment and Remuneration Committee |
Mayor |
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Appointed Councillor |
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Flooding and Stormwater |
Cr Lange |
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Management Community Reference Panel |
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Gender Equality and LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee |
Cr Lightbody |
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Health and Wellbeing Advisory Committee |
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Healthy Ageing Advisory Committee |
Cr Chen |
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Historical Societies Working Group |
Appointed Councillor |
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Liveable Places and Spaces Advisory Committee |
Cr Lange |
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Manningham |
Mayor |
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Multicultural |
Cr Diamante |
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Municipal Emergency Management Planning |
Director City Services or Delegate |
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Municipal Fire management Planning Committee (MFMPC) |
Commander Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) |
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Reconciliation Action |
A member of the senior leadership team will serve as Chairperson |
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Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee |
Cr Conlon |
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Manningham Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) |
Nominated |
External Bodies |
Appointee(s) for 2024 |
Australian Local Government Women’s Association - Victoria (ALGWA-Vic) |
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Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance (EAHA) |
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Eastern Region Group of Councils (ERG) |
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Eastern Transport Coalition (ETC) |
Alt Cr Lightbody |
Metropolitan Transport Forum (MTF) |
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Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) |
Substitute |
Northern Alliance for Greenhouse Action (NAGA) Executive Committee |
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Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) |
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Whitehorse Manningham Regional Library Corporation (WMRLC) |
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Our MCH Centres
Join this free and informative webinar on the concept and practice of affirmative consent to learn about recent changes to Victorian law regarding consent within sexual relationships.
The webinar will be presented by a panel of local experts, including Chanel Contos, Executive Director of Teach Us Consent.
Teach Us Consent is an organisation that provides holistic consent education and advocacy for structural reform to prevent normalised sexual violence.
Registration is essential to attend.
This event is part of the 2024 Health and Wellbeing Series, brought to you by collaborating Eastern Metropolitan Region Councils.
Chanel Contos appearing courtesy of Saxton Speakers Bureau.
Join our local Land Restoration Guides, Alan Noy and Glenn Jameson for an interactive walk in 100 Acres Reserve, and for a summary session in the study room. Learn how to successfully tackle weeds and support local wildlife on your block. Become empowered to collectively regenerate our native bushland and help it thrive, so that you can improve the natural beauty of where you live.
This workshop is FREE and take home notes will be provided.
Wear shoes and clothing appropriate for a bush walk and the weather on the day.
Bring a water bottle and a notepad and pen.
Free light lunch provided.
Location will be provided upon registration
Solar Savers is a trusted local government initiative that’s helped households and businesses go all-electric since 2019. This initiative is supported by us and is available to all Manningham residents.
Why use Solar Savers
Solar Savers takes the hard work out of going all-electric. They can help you install quality and affordable rooftop solar, batteries, hot water heat pumps and reverse cycle air conditioners.
Solar Savers can provide you with:
- information about eligibility for Council, State and Federal discounts, incentives and interest-free loans
- a quote from a trusted supplier
- ongoing advice and support from quoting through to installation
- reliable products, a quality installation and an industry leading 15-year workmanship warranty.
Subsidies and rebates available
Through Solar Savers, we provide additional support in the form of subsidies.
All Manningham residents |
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For pension concession card holders |
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Council subsidies are only available for systems purchased through Solar Savers.
Homeowners may also qualify for other Victorian and Federal Government incentives.
Get a free quote
Contact Solar Savers to obtain a quote from a trusted supplier, including expected energy and cost savings (for solar and batteries).
You will have the opportunity to discuss the quote with the installer and Solar Savers to ensure the system is suitable for you.
Contact Solar Savers:
- Online - Solar Savers
- Email - info@solarsavers.org.au
- Phone - 1300 548 598
Local success stories
Manningham residents are going all-electric and reaping the rewards. Read about how they made the switch, as well as their top tips.
Ken and Joan from Donvale
For country-raised Ken and his wife Joan, purchasing solar and a battery system simply made good sense.
Now, the Donvale residents are saving more with stable renewable energy.
That's a wrap! Thank you to everyone to joined us for Manningham’s most anticipated event of the year!
On Friday 8 September our community came together with Mayor Cr Deirdre Diamante to be a part of this glamorous night.
Partnering with MannaCare, the Mayoral Charity Gala has raised awareness and funds for initiatives to support those in our community touched by dementia.
We're still taking donations!
Our partner MannaCare are still taking direct donations.
All proceeds will go to creating a dementia-focused initiative in Manningham.
Donate directly to our partner, MannaCare.
Thank you to our wonderful partner and sponsors!
- MannaCare - Gala partner
- Noel Jones Doncaster - Gold sponsor
- Rose Phoenix Health - Bronze sponsor
Need help?
If you have any questions about donating directly, please contact our events team on 9840 9333 or at events@manningham.vic.gov.au
Come and try cricket with a fun and supportive bunch of women and girls.
Warrandyte Cricket Club is a friendly, welcoming cricket club, with a strong women and girls' program.
Healthy afternoon tea provided, as well as a chance to hit the ball, chat with other cricketers, learn some skills, have a laugh, and maybe get hooked on cricket!
This is a LGBTQ+ friendly event. Everyone is welcome, no matter your age or skill level.
Stay for as long or as short as you like, just give it a try.
- 6 to 12 years - 4.30pm to 5.30pm
- 12 to 17 years - 5:00pm to 6.30pm
- 17 years plus - 5.30pm to 6:30pm
Children experience a range of emotions and challenges that they need help to understand. We can help them improve communication, build positive relationships and strengthen resilience by creating opportunities within families.
The Strengthening Families webinar looks at building the social and emotional wellbeing of family members with a focus on pre-school and primary school aged children.
This session is for parents and carers.
Parents and carers session
Date: Tuesday 29 August
Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Venue: online
Bookings are essential.
The link for the webinar will be sent to you on the day of the event.
If you are a professional or service provider, please see Strengthening Families webinar - professionals and service providers.
These webinars are delivered in partnership with Emerging Minds and Manningham, Monash, Kingston, Knox, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges councils.
Join award winning visual artist Bridget Hillebrand and Sonja Ross from BirdLife Melbourne as they share their knowledge and passion for the ecology of the Birraung (Yarra River).
Bridget will reveal insights into the creation of her immersive, site specific installation ‘River’. Sonja will discuss some of the ways we can best support the habitat and needs of Australia’s native birds.
Spaces are limited, please register via Eventbrite.
If you require an Auslan interpreter to attend this event, please let us know by Friday 11 August by calling 9840 9367 or emailing gallery@manningham.vic.gov.au.
The Digital Accelerator Program is offering free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses.
Join us for this Q and A session on understanding Instagram.
This session is for people who attended our Digital Accelerator Program workshop: From Zero to Insta-Hero - understanding Instagram for business newcomers.
It's your chance to get additional support with tailored advice from the facilitator, Kirri Romero from The Online Fix.
Come along and ask all those questions that have come up as you apply all your learnings.
Don't miss this chance to deep dive or get advice and ideas specific to your business to support you with your marketing activities.
Session is run online, via Zoom.
Book your spot!
About the speaker
Kirri Romero, Director and Chief Digital Strategist, The Online Fix
Kirri Romero is the lead digital strategist and principal consultant at the Online Fix, a strategy, mentoring and upskilling digital consultancy. Kirri has over 20 years of experience working in all facets of online, creating successful online experiences working in a variety of industries, from finance to education, food, fashion and health industries. She is a top-rated mentor and training facilitator for the Digital Solutions program, Business Resilience Program and Partners in Wellbeing program. Kirri has her own mentoring client book, she helps hundreds of businesses each year with their digital marketing strategy and tactical help to take action on their marketing.
Her foundational knowledge was gained during the formative years of growing the digital presence of Australian Super to what you see today and continues now with her own multi-channel marketing consultancy servicing a range of clients. As a result, her strategy and solutions work are grounded in up to the minute practical experience gained from operating the field.
The digital know how gained from years of working online and her in-depth understanding of the online environment has made her adept at adapting to the unfolding trends of digital while being able to quickly show her clients how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment.
The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses.
This Q and A session is for people who want to follow up after our Digital Accelerator Program - unleashing the power of AI workshop.
It's your chance to get additional support with tailored advice from facilitator, Kirri Romero from The Online Fix.
Come along and ask all those questions that have arisen as you apply the learnings.
Don't miss this chance to deep dive or get advice and ideas specific to your business to support you with your marketing activities.
Session is run online, via Zoom.
Book now!
About the speaker
Kirri Romero, Director and Chief Digital Strategist, The Online Fix
Kirri Romero is the lead digital strategist and principal consultant at the Online Fix, a strategy, mentoring and upskilling digital consultancy. Kirri has over 20 years of experience working in all facets of online, creating successful online experiences working in a variety of industries, from finance to education, food, fashion and health industries. She is a top-rated mentor and training facilitator for the Digital Solutions program, Business Resilience Program and Partners in Wellbeing program. Kirri has her own mentoring client book, she helps hundreds of businesses each year with their digital marketing strategy and tactical help to take action on their marketing.
Her foundational knowledge was gained during the formative years of growing the digital presence of Australian Super to what you see today and continues now with her own multi-channel marketing consultancy servicing a range of clients. As a result, her strategy and solutions work are grounded in up to the minute practical experience gained from operating the field.
The digital know how gained from years of working online and her in-depth understanding of the online environment has made her adept at adapting to the unfolding trends of digital while being able to quickly show her clients how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment.