We support and encourage the community to prepare for emergencies.
In a life threatening emergency, call 000.
For current emergency information and warnings, and to download the app, visit VicEmergency.
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… official sources to help you prepare for an emergency. We support and encourage the community to prepare for emergencies. In … call 000 . For current emergency information and warnings, and to download the app, visit VicEmergency . …
Planning for emergencies
We have included a range of emergency planning tools to help you get started or refresh your plans.
Bushfires
Below are some resources and services to help you prepare for bushfires - especially if you live in a bushfire prone area - and links to keep you updated during an emergency.
Floods and storms
Below are some resources to help you prepare for floods and storms - especially if you live in a flood prone area - and also links to report flooded drains or get updates during an emergency.
House and apartment fires
Below are some resources to help you prevent building fires.
Keeping safe during health-related emergencies
Other types of emergencies
Emergency related news and events
Are you emergency aware?
View discussions from the community relating to preparing for an emergency including frequently raised questions.
Shared community statements are not endorsed actions to take in an emergency but serve to help you evaluate your current plan. See what your community had to say.
… Orienteering at Ruffey Lake Park Kids and family Come and try orienteering. Orienteering is a sport in which … landscape. Easy courses for beginners with coaching and assistance available on the day. No equipment required. …
Come and try orienteering.
Orienteering is a sport in which participants use a map and compass to find points in the landscape.
Easy courses for beginners with coaching and assistance available on the day.
No equipment required.
Register beforehand or just turn up on the day.
Bring your friends and family along and try something new!
… Business Network - September Business breakfast Programs and workshops The theme of this Business Breakfast focuses on … Financial Services, this session will assist members and guests in discovering the essential role professional … is your local business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area. Manningham …
The theme of this Business Breakfast focuses on the "Value of financial advice".
Lead by Asel Bolotbek of Fiducian Financial Services, this session will assist members and guests in discovering the essential role professional monetary advice plays in creating a sound financial future.
The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area.
… management grant are you applying for? Local Environment Assistance Fund (LEAF) Resourcing Extra Local Environmental Assistance Fund (RELEAF) Pest animal control grants Including rabbits, foxes and deer Given name Surname (family name) Property address My …
… Solar Savers Information Session - online Environment and waste Looking to enhance your home's comfort, save money, and achieve energy independence? Join the Solar Savers team online and discover how they can help you enhance the comfort of …
Looking to enhance your home's comfort, save money, and achieve energy independence?
Join the Solar Savers team online and discover how they can help you enhance the comfort of your home, save money, and achieve energy independence.
Hear directly from our trusted installer Specialized Solar and Electrical to learn more about electrifying your home.
During this webinar, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in a live Q and A session.
The sessions are free, but registration is essential.
How to register
There will be two online sessions held on Wednesday 13 November 2024:
- Lunchtime session - 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Register now
- Evening session - 7.00pm - 8.00pm
Register now
About the Solar Savers program
Manningham Council is supporting residents to modernise their homes with energy efficient electric appliances, solar and batteries. The Solar Savers program makes it easy for you - with free advice and a quote from a trusted installer.
Whether you're a homeowner, renter, or landlord, Solar Savers is committed to assisting you in transitioning to all-electric homes. You'll have access to affordable, reliable, and high-quality solar panels, battery systems, heat pump hot water systems, and split systems for heating and cooling.
Getting involved with your local council is a great way to make a difference in the community. Find out how you can become a Councillor. ...
Getting involved with your local council is a great way to make a difference in the community. Anyone can be a Councillor if they’re:
- an Australian citizen
- an eligible British subject
- enrolled to vote in Manningham.
Being a Councillor isn’t a full-time job. Councillors do have to go to meetings and briefing sessions held out of normal business hours. They’re also required to attend committees or serve on external committees as a representative.
The duties of a Councillor
The definition of a Councillor in the Local Government Act 2020 is a person who:
- participates in the decision making of the Council
- represents the interests of the municipal community in that decision making.
Councillors also contribute to strategic decision. They help develop and review key strategic documents and the Council Plan.
A Councillor must put the interests of their community first
A Councillor must:
- consider the diversity of interests and needs of the community
- support the role of the Council
- acknowledge and support the role of the Mayor
- act lawfully and in accordance with the oath or affirmation of office
- act in accordance with the standards of conduct
- comply with Council procedures required for good governance.
Councillors don’t have the same duties or responsibilities as a Chief Executive Officer.
How much time is required to be a Councillor?
Being a Councillor is not a full-time job. Most Councillors are in full-time employment and perform their Councillor duties in their own time.
Councillors are required to:
- attend Council meetings and briefing sessions held out of normal business hours
- attend various Council committees
- serve on external committees as a Council representative.
Most, but not all of these meetings, are held after 6.00pm.
Do Councillors receive an allowance?
The Mayor and Councillors receive an allowance for performing their duties. The Victorian Government sets the levels for allowances paid to Councillors.
Current allowances
The Victorian Independent Remuneration Tribunal has responsibility for determining the level of allowances. The current yearly allowances, as of 18 December 2023, are:
- $130,390 for the Mayor
- $65,195 for the Deputy Mayor
- $39,390 for a Councillor.
View the most recent Allowance report.
Superannuation
There is also a requirement for an amount equivalent to the superannuation guarantee under Commonwealth taxation legislation (currently 9.5 per cent) to be paid in addition to the allowance.
Expenses
Councillors are entitled to be reimbursed for any necessary out-of-pocket expenses they incur whilst performing their duties. The Council Expenses Policy guides the reimbursement of Councillor Expenses.
Council reports annually to the community on their reimbursements.
More information
Learn more about being a Councillor by following the links below.
… Catering contract training information session Programs and workshops Gain expert advice on how to best prepare your … Panel how to prepare a tender response procurement and key business contacts To find out more about the Minor …
Gain expert advice on how to best prepare your Minor Catering Services tender submission.
This online information session will assist local suppliers to complete their Manningham minor catering services tender submission.
The session will include:
- an overview of the Minor Catering Services Panel
- how to prepare a tender response
- procurement and key business contacts
To find out more about the Minor Catering Services Panel, see the listing on eProcure.
View Apply for a tender, for more information about the tendering process at Manningham.
… forum Emergency aware Join us for a free, inclusive and informative community information forum on river safety. … panel of subject matter experts from SES, Victoria Police and Life Saving Victoria. There will be an opportunity for Q … for catering purposes. There will be professional assistance available on the night for anyone distressed by …
Join us for a free, inclusive and informative community information forum on river safety.
The forum will be presented by a panel of subject matter experts from SES, Victoria Police and Life Saving Victoria. There will be an opportunity for Q and A following the presentations.
Light refreshments will be provided. Please register your attendance for catering purposes.
There will be professional assistance available on the night for anyone distressed by the subject matter.
This event is run as a collaboration between Warrandyte Neighbourhood House, Manningham SES, Victoria Police, Life Saving Victoria, Nillumbik Shire Council and Manningham Council.
… or on our Facebook page . Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020 … meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook …
Meeting Date: 26 October 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) 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.
Council meeting livestream
Livestreaming to commence at 7pm on 26 October 2021.
… at this Council meeting is: 2020/21 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval in Principle Hearing of … Park Orchards This meeting will be held online. Residents and interested people are encouraged to view the livestream … DAY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the …
Meeting Date: 14 September 2021
Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Location: Virtual meeting. You can watch the livestream on this page or on our Facebook page.
Notice is given that a Council Meeting of the Manningham City Council will be held at 6:30pm on Tuesday, 14 September 2021. This meeting is called pursuant to Rule 12.1 of the Governance Rules. The business to be transacted at this Council meeting is:
- 2020/21 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval in Principle
- Hearing of Submissions – Proposed Road Closure of Arundel Road (West), Park Orchards
This meeting will be held online. Residents and interested people are encouraged to view the livestream on Manningham’s Facebook page or website.
ANDREW DAY
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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.
Council meeting livestream
Agenda timestamps
- 00:00 - Opening prayer and statements of acknowledgement
- 03:13 - 2020/21 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval In Principle
- 06:09 - Meeting to hear Submissions - Proposed Road Closure - Arundel Road (West), Park Orchards
… or on our Facebook page . Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, … meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook …
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.
Council meeting livestream
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
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… or on our Facebook page . Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, … meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook …
Meeting Date: 27 July 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 Mayor. For more information visit the Council Meeting Procedures page.
Council meeting livestream
Agenda timestamps
00:00 - Opening prayer and statements of acknowledgement
04:28 - Passing of Doreen Stoves AM PSM JP
23:57 - Tokyo Olympic Games acknowledgement
24:34 - Petitions
25:50 - Public question time
33:06 - Community Partnership Grant Program 2021-2025
38:18 - Draft Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2021-2025
… Road, Doncaster. Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings We have recently reviewed our Council … we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings. We are pleased to advise that … with the appropriate physical distancing requirements and wearing of masks to minimise potential transmission of …
Meeting Date: 29 June 2021
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings
We have recently reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings. We are pleased to advise that members of the public can attend Council meetings in person. Meetings will proceed in the Council Chamber with the appropriate physical distancing requirements and wearing of masks to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page or our 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. You will have the opportunity to attend the meeting and read out your question or you can have your question read out by our CEO. Public Question Time form.
Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.
Council meeting livestream
Getting There
By car
Parking available at Manningham Civic Centre
By bus
Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:
Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe
… Road, Doncaster. Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings We have recently reviewed our Council … we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings. We are pleased to advise that … Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook …
Meeting Date: 25 May 2021
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings
We have recently reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings. We are pleased to advise that members of the public can now attend Council meetings in person. Meetings will proceed in the Council Chamber with the appropriate physical distancing requirements to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page or our 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. You will have the opportunity to attend the meeting and read out your question or you can have your question read out by our CEO. Public Question Time form.
Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.
Council meeting livestream
Getting There
By car
Parking available at Manningham Civic Centre
By bus
Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:
Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe
… or on our Facebook page . Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, … meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook …
Meeting Date: 28 September 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) 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.
Council meeting livestream
… on our Facebook page . Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Physical attendance by members of the … meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook …
Meeting Date: 4 November 2021
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: 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. 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 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.
Council meeting livestream
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Meeting Date: 23 November 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. 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) 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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… fine dining. Enjoy locally owned eateries. Wine and dine at award winning restaurants. Find a world your … fine dining. Tempt yourself with locally owned cafes and bakeries. Wine and dine at award winning restaurants, nestled amongst the …
Find a world your taste buds will delight in, with Manningham’s fine dining. Tempt yourself with locally owned cafes and bakeries. Wine and dine at award winning restaurants, nestled amongst the trees, or standing proud in trendy suburbia.
Cafes and restaurants
Enjoy coffees, cake and hot chocolate as you snuggle into a comfy chair at cafes throughout Templestowe Village.
Find culinary delights at Tunstall Square Shopping Centre, in Doncaster East - home to over 45 businesses including great cafes, restaurant and fresh food providores.
Be spoilt for choice at Jackson Court Shopping Centre which effortlessly blends international and local flavours with Malaysian, Japanese, Greek and Persian cuisine on offer, among many others.
Local produce and wine
Explore local produce and take home some delicious jams and syrups at Warrandyte Berry farm, Aumanns Produce and more.
The renowned Yarra Valley food and wine region starts in Warrandyte. Find great wines, beer, cider and food at three cellar doors marking the entrance to the region.
Rob Dolan Wines
Rob Dolan Wines in Warrandyte South can guide you through a comprehensive tasting of wines at their cellar door. Purchase a 5 red star rating wine to takeaway or enjoy on the deck or in the gardens over a game of Bocce or Finska.
Pietro Gallo Estate
Nearby Pietro Gallo Estate is home to Olivigna Restaurant. Nestled in the sprawling hills of Warrandyte, celebrate the sweet life with friends and transports you to the Italian countryside through estate-grown produce, artisanal Grappa and liqueurs, and authentic Italian food and wine that is best savoured with friends.
Kellybrook Winery and Distillery
Kellybrook Winery and Distillery in Wonga Park is home to Kellybrook Wines, Rider Brew Co and Kelly Brothers Cider. Founded in 1962 making both still and sparkling cider from apples grown on site, grapes soon followed and Kellybrook was granted Yarra Valley’s first vigneron’s licence in 1969.
… positive ageing Our goal is to create a liveable and harmonious Manningham where people want to grow older in. Our goal is to create a liveable and harmonious city that people want to grow older in. Making … for older residents By raising awareness about ageism and challenging stereotypes, we’re creating a city that …
Our goal is to create a liveable and harmonious city that people want to grow older in.
Making Manningham a welcoming place for older residents
By raising awareness about ageism and challenging stereotypes, we’re creating a city that supports and connects residents with one another.
You can read our action plan to find out more about how we’re making Manningham an age friendly city.
How to identify and overcome ageism
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines ageism as stereotyping and discriminating against individuals or groups, on the basis of their age. Ageism can take many forms, including:
- prejudicial attitudes
- discriminatory practices
- institutional policies and practices perpetuating stereotypes.
At some point, most of us have formed subconscious and negative judgements based on a person’s age. Unfortunately, these attitudes have become socially acceptable and common. To learn how to identify and overcome ageism, you can take this quiz.
Additional resources
We also recommend the following links to resources, videos and podcasts to learn more about ageism and its effects.
… you require a permit. Why do you need to get planning and building approval? Planning permits and building permits serve different purposes. A planning … ensure that your project complies with the relevant zoning and overlay controls applicable to your property and to …
Before embarking on building, renovating, tree removal/lopping or any other works, it is important to ascertain whether you require a permit.
Why do you need to get planning and building approval?
Planning permits and building permits serve different purposes.
A planning permit is required to ensure that your project complies with the relevant zoning and overlay controls applicable to your property and to ensure that your project considers its impact on the surrounding area with respect to character, built form and materials, surrounding neighbours, traffic, environmental impacts and community need.
A building permit focuses on the technical aspects of construction and safety ensuring that your project complies with the relevant building codes and regulations.
Links to the relevant controls are:
What types of projects need a permit?
Here are some common projects that need approval - contact us even if your project is not listed here:
- multi-dwelling developments and apartments
- construction of a new single dwelling or dwelling extension
- buildings and works, including some internal changes to a building
- demolition/partial demolition and new works to buildings in a Heritage Overlay
- garages, carports, sheds, pergolas, decks, verandahs
- removing trees and vegetation
- new land uses such as a childcare centre, medical centre etc...
- earthworks
- Septic tanks
- tennis courts
- swimming pools and spas
- fencing
- business identification signage on a building or property
- subdivision of land
- covenant removal/variations
- liquor license for a restaurant/cafe
- consent for any works or tree removal and the like if your land has a Section 173 agreement.
- tables and chairs and/or signage on the footpath
- asset protection
You have a dream project - where to start
New to building or renovation?
For advice on all things renovation and construction, visit the Victorian Building Authority (VBA).
Every dream project is different with its own needs and challenges. Here are the steps to give you a rough guide on the process, timeframes and costs when starting any project.
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Contact us to discuss your project with us to confirm if you need a planning permit
You can also view:
- Apply for a planning property enquiry
- Apply for pre-application advice
- Learn about the planning permit process
If you don't need a planning permit you can proceed straight to building permit
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If we confirm that you need a planning permit, start the application
After you apply you can also -
Get a building permit before you start construction
We do not issue building permits so you will need to contact a building surveyor to organise a building permit.You will need the permit to ensure what you're hoping to construct or change is done right and to building code standards.
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Apply for any other permits you need before you start works
You may need permits for connecting to infrastructure, protection of public assets and more. Often you will find out which permits you need throughout the process, so it is always best to discuss your plans with us or industry professionals.
Some common permits include:
Hoping to build sustainably?
We've created a list of resources to help you build a sustainable, energy-efficient home or commercial building.
View resources