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Council Meeting 23 February 2021
… provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. This Council meeting will proceed in the Council …

Meeting Date: 23 February 2021
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           

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. This Council meeting will proceed in the Council Chamber adhering to our COVID-Safe Plan to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19. 

Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings are 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. As you cannot be present in the chamber to read your question, your question will be read out by our CEO.  Public Question Time form.

Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.

 

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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

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Council Meeting 28 January 2021
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Meeting Date: 28 January 2021
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           

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. This Council meeting will proceed in the Council Chamber adhering to our COVID-Safe Plan to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19. 

Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings are 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. As you cannot be present in the chamber to read your question, your question will be read out by our CEO.  Public Question Time form.

Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.

 

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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

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Council Meeting 25 August 2020
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Meeting Date: 25 August 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Virtual Council Meeting via Facebook Live    

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 to read your question, you can elect to dial in and ask your question or have your question read out by our CEO. For more information visit the Council Meeting Procedures page.

 

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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

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Council Meeting 28 September 2021
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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.

 

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Council Meeting 27 April 2021
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Meeting Date: 27 April 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.

 

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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

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Council Meeting 23 March 2021
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Meeting Date: 23 March 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

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Council Meeting 13 September 2022
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Meeting Date: 13 September 2022
Meeting Time: 6.00pm 
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.

 

Notice is given that a Council Meeting of the Manningham City Council will be held in the Council Chambers at 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster at 6:00pm on Tuesday, 13 September 2022.  This meeting is called pursuant to Rule 12.1 of the Governance Rules.  The business to be transacted at this Council meeting is:

  • Audit & Risk Committee Chair’s six-monthly report to Council
  • 2021/22 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval in Principle
  • Administrative Amendment to Governance Rules

All residents and interested people are welcome to attend. This meeting will be livestreamed on Manningham’s Facebook page and on this page.

ANDREW DAY

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Agenda item timestamps

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  5. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
07:00 5.1 Audit and Risk Committee Chair's Biannual Report
09:00 5.2 2021/22 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval in Principle
10:00 5.3 Administrative Amendment to Governance Rules (Page 92)

 

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Manningham's weather and changing climate - Nate Byrne, Professor David Karoly and Dr Greg Moore
… choices, connection to nature and growing a thriving community in the midst dynamic change. Manningham Function …

As part of the Inspired Living Series, join us on Thursday 23 May to find out what is happening to our local weather patterns and biodiversity.

Our presenter line up includes weather and biodiversity experts Nate Byrne, Professor David Karoly and Dr Greg Moore.

Nate Byrne, is the weather presenter on ABC News Breakfast, meteorologist, oceanographer and science communicator. Nate will discuss the latest climate modelling and how it’s predicted to affect Melbourne’s weather.

Professor David Karoly is an internationally recognised climate change expert. David will explore the latest climate science and how we can help reduce the increasing risk of catastrophic climate change.

Dr Greg Moore is a member of the National Trust of Victoria’s Register of Significant Trees member and inaugural president of the International Society of Arboriculture, Australian Chapter. Dr Moore will discuss how Manningham’s changing climate is impacting local biodiversity.

Inspired Living Series - keynote speaker events

The Inspired Living Series - keynote speaker events showcases five insightful, not-to-be-missed evenings at the iconic Manningham Function Centre.

The series will introduce you to a diverse line-up of local and international keynote speakers offering unique insights on how we can all shift to a greener future.

Topics range from permaculture to sustainable fashion. Each speaker will inspire and motivate simple, positive lifestyle choices, connection to nature and growing a thriving community in the midst dynamic change.

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Home Harvest - Edible Perennials and Maximising Your Harvests

Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious, fresh food at home....

In celebration of International Permaculture Day, join Kat Lavers, a renowned permaculturist and owner of iconic garden 'The Plummery', to explore the incredible world of edible perennials beyond rhubarb, artichokes and asparagus. We will also discuss how to maximise yields through clever crop choice and parts of plants you may not realise are edible (and delicious).

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! 

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Parks improvement program
… Recreation and Trail Strategy, specific park masterplans, community requests and planned facility renewal programs. Our … masterplans for our parks, feedback and requests from our community and planned facility renewal programs.   What are …

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

Manna Gum playspace upgrade

Share your feedback and ideas for our Manna Gum playspace upgrade.  The proposed improvements will include upgrade and replacement of play equipment, more nature play opportunities, improvements to the access path, new tree and garden bed planting.

Burgundy Reserve upgrade

We are upgrading the facilities at Burgundy Reserve. The upgrade will include improved facilities for informal dog off lead activities as well as a new public toilet, an upgraded playspace, and a shelter.

A green football oval surrounded by native trees, a small shelter in the foreground
Warrandyte Reserve northern oval upgrade

We are upgrading the facilities at Warrandyte Reserve northern oval. The upgrade will include improvements to the path network, a new shelter at the northern oval, a new drinking fountain, and improved fencing and drainage.

A concrete path leads up to two wooden poles with a gate between them. Above the poles sits a twisted metal sign with the words 'Wombat Bend'. A bushy parkland is in the background.
Wombat Bend playground

We're upgrading the playground at Wombat Bend. The proposed upgrade will include minor enhancement of some play items and existing picnic facilities, as well as replacement of some play equipment that is no longer fit for purpose. 

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Lighting fires and open air burning

Find out when you can and can't light fires and conduct open air burning in Manningham. ...

Manningham Community Local Law provides rules around lighting fires and open-air burning.

This applies to anyone who wants to light a fire in the open air or incinerator for fuel reduction and fires lit for warmth or cooking.

These laws help make sure that burning is done safely and has no impact on neighbours or the environment.

 

Lighting a fire for warmth or cooking food

You can light a fire for warmth or to cook food without a permit as long as you follow the requirements of the Community Local Law.

 

What you need to know before lighting a fire

Before you light a fire, find out what you can and can't do.

This applies if you are lighting a fire for any reason in Manningham.

Do not light a fire:

  • on a road, Council, Crown land or in a public place
  • on vacant land
  • when a smog alert has been declared by Environment Protection Authority of Victoria
  • when a day of total fire ban has been declared by the Country Fire Authority
  • when a fire danger period has been declared under the Country Fire Authority Act 1958.

Make sure:

  • the fire is always supervised by an adult
  • you have equipment and can put the fire out if required or directed
  • material burning is dead and dry, and the wind is not exceeding 20 km/h
  • there is a 3 metre clearing around the fire for safety
  • smoke from the fire is not hazardous to health, excessive, offensive or a nuisance
  • do not burn anything which is offensive, noxious, or toxic.

 

Do I need a permit to burn off on my property?

Open air burning (burning off) can be conducted on properties as long as you follow the follow the conditions of the Local Law.

If your land is less than 2,501 square metres: Open air burning is not permitted. You can only light a fire for the purposes of warmth and food preparation.

If your land is 2,501 square metres and larger: You can conduct open air burning without a permit, provided certain conditions are met.

Open air burning means: a fire lit in the open air or within an incinerator for the purpose of burning vegetation for fuel control or reduction purposes.  

If you cannot comply with the requirements you cannot light your fire without a permit from Council.

Contact us to discuss your options.

 

Additional requirements for open air burning

Before you conduct open air burning you must understand your requirements under the Community Local Law.

Burning must be done safely and have no impact on your neighbours or the environment.

Look at alternative options like booking a bundled branches collection.

 

Is your land located west of Mullum Mullum Creek?

Open air burning can only be conducted during the months of May, October and November for land located west of Mullum Mullum creek. 

 

Do not burn:

  • if your land is less than 2,501 square metres
  • on vacant land
  • on Sunday
  • within 10 metres of a neighbouring property
  • between sunset and sunrise
  • if you can not comply with the general burning provisions in clause 33 of the Community Local Law

 

When burning off make sure:

  • your land is 2,501 square metres and larger
  • the material to be burnt is not larger than 200mm in diameter
  • only a single pile is ignited at any time
  • only one pile of material is lit at any time 
  • the ignited pile is not larger than two cubic metres in size
  • notify Triple Zero Victoria (firepermits.vic.gov.au/notify) prior to ignition.

Community Local Law

Section 32. Fires on public land

A person must not light a fire:

  • on a road (including a road reserve, footpath or nature strip)
  • on Council land
  • on Crown land that is vested in or is under the control of Council; or
  • in a public place

unless they have obtained Council’s prior written consent. 

Section 33. General provisions when lighting fires 

33.1 A person who has lit or allowed a fire to remain alight must ensure that:

  • the fire is supervised by an adult at all times
  • sufficient fire protection equipment is available to extinguish the fire if required or directed
  • the material to be burnt is:
    i. dead and dry prior to lighting it
    ii. a specific material designed for the purposes of meal preparation or personal comfort
  • at the site of the fire, the wind speed must not exceed 20 kilometres per hour
  • the ground and air space within a distance of three metres from the outer perimeters and uppermost point of the fire are clear of flammable material; and
  • the land is not vacant.

 33.2 A person must not light a fire on any land:

  • when a smog alert has been declared by Environment Protection Authority of Victoria
  • when a day of total fire ban has been declared by the Country Fire Authority
  • when a fire danger period has been declared under the Country Fire Authority Act 1958 without first obtaining a permit from the Municipal Fire Prevention Officer or the Country Fire Authority
  • where the smoke from that fire is excessive, offensive or a nuisance to another person in the vicinity, or beyond the property boundary
  • where the fire causes a hazard to a person’s health
  • where the fire has an adverse impact on visibility beyond the property boundary, including reducing the visibility of motorists and other users of a public road
  • where the fire creates a hazard on, or near, a public road. 

 33.3 A person must not light a fire on land to burn, cause or allow to be burnt any:

  • green or wet material
  • non timber based building materials
  • rubber or plastic, including plastic mulch, plant pots and packaging materials
  • furnishings and carpet
  • manufactured chemicals
  • petroleum or oil products
  • paint, including any container in which item is kept
  • food waste, manure and straw
  • carcasses or dead animals, unless prescribed by the Department of Primary Industries as the only means of disposal
  • other offensive, noxious or toxic matter. 
Section 34. Open air burning

DEFINITION: For the purposes of clause 34, the term ‘Open air burning’ is defined under the Local Law to mean a fire lit in the open air or within an incinerator for the purpose of burning vegetation for fuel control or reduction purposes.

34.1 A person must not conduct open air burning on land having a total area less than or equal to 2,500 square metres.

34.2 The restriction in sub-clause 34.1 does not apply to:

  • a barbecue, pizza oven or other properly constructed appliance while it is being used for cooking food
  • a fire in a brazier or chimenea while it is being used for heating
  • a tool of trade while being used for the purpose for which it was designed
  • a fire lit during the course of duty by a member of a fire and emergency services agency
  • a fire where the Council has granted a permit because it considers that the specific circumstances of the case enable it to provide an exemption
  • a fire lit for the purposes of meal preparation or personal comfort. 

34.3 Where a person wants to burn in the open air under this clause and the requirements in sub-clause 34.4 cannot be complied with, a person must first obtain a permit from Council.

34.4 A person may conduct open air burning on land where the land size is equal to or greater than 2,501 square metres provided that:

  • the general burning provisions in clause 33 are complied with
  • the land is not vacant
  • it is not a Sunday
  • no burning, or any fire remains alight in the open air prior to sunrise, or after sunset
  • the fire is not within 10 metres of any neighbouring property
  • the maximum diameter of any material which is to be burnt is 200mm
  • only a single pile is ignited at any time and must be no greater than 2 cubic metres in size
  • prior to ignition, the fire has been registered to burn with the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (firepermits.vic.gov.au/notify)
  • if the land is located to the West of the Mullum Mullum Creek, the open air burning is only conducted on that land during the months of May, October and November.  
Section 35. Extinguishing fires

A person who has lit or allowed a fire to remain alight contrary to the provisions in this Part or any condition contained in a permit, must extinguish the fire immediately on being directed to do so by:

  • an Authorised Officer, or
  • a member of Victoria Police, Country Fire Authority or Fire Rescue Victoria. 
Section 36. Chimneys

A person who owns or occupies land must not allow any chimney on that land to discharge, ash, smoke or dust to such an extent that it becomes a public nuisance, or is dangerous or is likely to be dangerous to the health and safety of any person or animal, or is harming or likely to be harmful to the environment. 

Frequently asked questions

 

Who can light fires and conduct open air burning

I live on land less than 2,501 square metres. Can I light a fire?

There has been no change to current laws. On land of this size a fire can only be lit for the purposes of warmth and food preparation.

You must comply with the General Provisions for burning as listed in Clause 33 of the Local Law.

I live on land greater than 2,501 square metres. Can I light a fire?

The change to the Local Law means properties that are 2,501 square metres and larger will no longer require a permit for open air burning provided certain conditions are met.

These conditions are contained in Local Law Clause 34.

Please note that the existing provision which applies to properties located to the west of Mullum Mullum Creek still limits open air burning to the months of May, October and November.
As the person lighting the fire you must ensure you comply with ALL the requirements set out in the Local Law in Clause 33 and 34.

You will still need to give notice to Triple Zero Victoria prior to the burn (Prevents unnecessary response from fire brigades).

I live on a property west of Mullum Mullum Creek on a site with an area greater than 2500 sqm. Can I conduct open air burning for fuel reduction purposes?

Yes.
You can carry out open air burning but only during the months of May, October and November.

You must also comply with Clause 33 and Clause 34 of the Manningham Community Local Law.

I want to conduct open air burning but can’t comply with the requirements as set out in Clause 34

Open Air Burning outside these regulations will require landowners to obtain a permit from Council before burning off.

Can I light a fire for warmth or to cook food in my back yard?

Yes.

You can light a fire for warmth or to cook on your property. You must comply with the General Provisions for burning as listed in Clause 33 of the Local Law.

Can I light a fire on Council land, such as a reserve, nature strip or road reserve?

No.

You are not permitted to light any fires on Council land, Crown Land or public place without first getting written approval.

See Clause 32 of the Manningham Community Local Law.

Can I conduct an open air burn on my land to reduce fuel loads (vegetation) and prepare my property for the summer?

Yes.
Make sure you meet all the requirements of Clause 33 and Clause 34 of Manningham Community Local Law.

What are the requirements around burning?

Can I let my fire burn overnight if I'm burning off on my land?

No.

If you want your fire to burn overnight, you will need to get a Permit to conduct an Open-Air Burn from Council before you begin burning off.

Can I burn off during the declared fire danger period?

No.

The Community Local Law prohibits open air burning during the fire danger period.

However, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) may issue a Permit under the Country Fire Authority Act.

Do I have to put out my fire if told to?

Yes.

You must put your fire out if Council, a member of Victoria Police, Country Fire Authority (CFA) or Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) tells you to.

See Clause 35 of the Manningham Community Local Law 2023.

Permit to burn

How do I know if I am eligible for a permit to burn?

There may be circumstances whereby Council will issue a permit to burn to landowners that cannot comply with the conditions as listed in Clause 34.


Council gives due regard to the following when assessing permit applications: 

  • The size of the land 
  • That the land is in a designated bushfire risk area 
  • That the burn off is strictly for fire prevention purposes only 
  • The ability of the landowner to remove the vegetation via more appropriate methods 
  • The proximity to neighbouring assets and property and any smoke nuisance 
How do I determine the general size of my property?

Contact us to confirm the correct size of your property, so you are aware of the regulations that may apply to your land.

How do I apply for a permit to conduct open air burning?
  • You can contact Council and we will discuss the application with you. 
  • As part of an application an inspection of the burn site and material to be burnt will need to occur. 
  • If a permit is issued it will only be issued for prescribed date/s. 
  • Where the permit is for vacant land, a fee is required to be paid prior to a permit being issued. 
  • Please allow up to 10 business days for any application to be processed. Note that a longer period may be required should further information be required. 
What happens if I want to conduct an open-air burn outside of the provisions as listed in Community Local Law Clause 34?

If you are unable to meet the requirements of this clause, you will need to apply for a Permit to Burn from Manningham Council.

You will need to tell us why you can’t comply with Clause 34 of the Manningham Community Local Law 2023.

Your permit application will be assessed by an officer, including an inspection of the land.

Where a Permit to Burn is to be issued, it will be issued with specific conditions and only for a set time frame.

Can I light a fire on vacant land without a permit?

No.

A Permit to conduct an Open-Air Burn will need to be applied for from Council.

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Interpreter service

Communicate with us through the Interpreter service if you do not speak or understand English.

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External links

Fire Danger Period restrictions (CFA)

What to do in an emergency (Vic Emergency)

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Resource hub for sport and recreation clubs
… program The Good Sports program supports and inspires community sporting clubs to set up a better environment for … gender equity and achieving fair access and usage of community infrastructure for all genders. Disability sport … Clubs project In partnership with Access Health and Community, City of Boroondara, Manningham Council, Whitehorse …

Manningham’s Resource Hub has been created to support our sport and recreation clubs both on and off the field. The hub provides key information, links, resources and updates on important topics related to sport club operations and participation. 

 

 Find resources on:

Club governance

  • Game plan

    Game Plan is a free online platform that allows sporting clubs of all sizes to get insights into their current capability in key areas of club administration, then supports ongoing club development with a suite of tools.

  • Club help

    Club Help has been developed as a "one stop shop" for resources for local sporting clubs to support them in running a successful club.

  • Good Sports program

    The Good Sports program supports and inspires community sporting clubs to set up a better environment for players, volunteers, supporters and officials, helping tackle tricky topics such as alcohol, drugs, smoking, mental health and safe transport.

  • Vicsport

    Vicsport's aim is to get as many people in Victoria engaging in sport and physical activity as possible. They are the peak body for sport and active recreation in the state and work closely with the Victorian Government to promote the many benefits sport has to offer.

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Child safety

Inclusive sports clubs

  • This Girl Can

    Celebrating and supporting everyday women to get active in ways that suit them — featuring a range of physical activity events designed to welcome beginners and those curious to try something new.

  • Change Our Game

    The Office for Women in Sport and Recreation (OWSR) is the first dedicated office designed to improve gender equality in sport and recreation in Australia. Their goal is to increase the number of women and girls participating in sport and active recreation, from grassroots through to senior

  • Sport for All – Gender Inclusive Toolkit

    A toolkit to help sporting clubs and active recreation settings to take positive action towards gender equity and achieving fair access and usage of community infrastructure for all genders.

  • Disability sport and recreation

    DSR's vision is to create a Victoria where all people with disability can choose and access any sport or active recreation activity they want to engage with.

  • AAA Play

    Australia’s only dedicated referral and connection service for people with a disability to sports and recreational opportunities in Victoria. AAA Play work with the enquirer to identify what activity they wish to be involved in, what their disabilities are, and where they are located.

  • Pride In Sport

    A national not-for-profit sporting inclusion program specifically designed to assist sporting organisations at all levels with the inclusion of employees, athletes, volunteers and spectators with diverse genders and sexualities.

  • Proud2Play

    Championing inclusivity in sports. Sports Clubs can learn how to ensure inclusivity for every member, while Individuals can find opportunities to participate and connect.

  • Rainbow Roadmap

    In partnership with Proud 2 Play, Vicsport has created the Rainbow Roadmap to assist sport organisations in achieving rainbow ready status.

  • Inclusive Clubs project

    In partnership with Access Health and Community, City of Boroondara, Manningham Council, Whitehorse City Council and Leisure Networks we deliver the Inclusive Clubs project. The project includes an online webinar and two free 2-hour workshops with the completion of an inclusion assessment and action

Club Development webinar links

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning

Action planning

Creating a team

Unlocking the power of strategic planning

Watch the video on Vimeo

The Who, What, When and how of consultation

Watch the video on Vimeo

Turning Club goals into success

Watch the video on Vimeo

Marketing your club

Finances

Financial Management 101

Financial sustainability

Show us the money

Governance

Governance 101

Tailored Governance

Safeguarding at Grassroots

Your Club's Framework (Legalities)

Volunteers

Volunteer Management

Being your best

Leadership on and off the field

Turf management

Turf management 101

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Home Harvest - Seed Saving and End of Year Seed Swap!

Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious, fresh food at home....

Come along and learn from market gardener and passionate seed saver, Julie Bennett from Montalto Kitchen Gardener and Seeds are free. 

In this session, we'll cover the incredible world of seeds, while also discussing tips, tricks and techniques for how to successfully save your own seed – year after year. This will save you money while preserving heritage seeds and maintaining the genetic diversity and local adaptations of our food crops.

This seminar begins at 6.15pm. Please bring along any saved or excess seeds for a seed swap party afterwards! Please ensure your seeds are correctly labelled (envelopes will be provided).

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!

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Council Meeting 13 October 2020
… provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, Council …

Meeting Date: 13 October 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Virtual Council Meeting via Facebook Live            

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 acknowledges that in the lead up to its general elections, it will not make any decision that would, or could be perceived to, inappropriately bind an incoming Council or affect the outcome of the elections.

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As per our Election Period Policy, Council will hold an Ordinary meeting in October to consider routine administrative matters and the Annual Report. There will be limitations on the conduct of the meeting such as no public question time, tabling of petitions and Councillor question time.

 

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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

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Council Meeting 14 September 2021
… provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, Council …

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.
 
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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.

 

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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
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Council Meeting 29 June 2021
… provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings.  We are pleased to advise that members …

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.

 

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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

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Council Meeting 23 November 2021
… provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community.  Physical attendance by members of the public at …

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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The conservation and aesthetics of fungi
… participants will be sent a registration link. Warrandyte Community Hall Environment and Sustainability Whats On … The …

Join us for an engaging seminar where we'll delve into the fascinating world of fungi with expert Dr. Alison Pouliot. 

The earth’s rapidly changing climate and environmental issues have come into sharp focus through the demise of charismatic megafauna and the ‘biodiversity crisis’. But what about stinkhorns and slime moulds? How do fungi and their kin get our attention when they are not only overshadowed by more ‘popular’ organisms, but are rarely included in our ideas about ‘nature’ or ‘biodiversity’?

The good news is it seems we’re in something of a ‘fungal awakening’ and mushrooms are finally having their moment. Over the last 25 years Alison has divided her time between hemispheres, working both with fungi and their followers. She has been actively involved in fungal conservation and land restoration programs.

In this talk Alison will explore how fungi are perceived across hemispheres in conservation contexts and which fungal flagships best capture the public imagination. She will also share some stories from the writing of her recent book, Underground Lovers – Encounters with Fungi in which she interacted with fungi and their followers across a dozen countries.

There will be an opportunity at the end for participants to show their specimens or purchase books.

Booking essential: Limited to 50 people.

About the Presenter

Alison Pouliot, BA (Philosophy), BSc Hons (Zoology), PhD (Ecology/Mycology).

Alison is an ecologist, environmental photographer and author and has presented over 800 environmental seminars, forays and workshops in Australia and internationally.

Seminar field trip

Attending this event will enable you to attend the Seminar field trip: Meeting with mushrooms.

  • Date: Thursday 30 May 2024
  • Time: 9.00am to 11.30am

This exciting field trip introduces participants to the diversity, ecology and curiosities of the Kingdom Fungi, specific to fungi found in the region and its various habitat types.

Participants will learn some of the basic skills used to identify fungi in the field using multiple senses. The relationships between fungi and various plant species and different habitat types will be discussed. Every fungus has intriguing natural and cultural histories and stories, and these will be shared along the way.

Interested participants will be sent a registration link.

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Live more with less with Lindsay Miles
… positive lifestyle choices, connect to nature and foster community for a stronger, more resilient and brighter future. …

Join us this National Recycling Week at our 2025 Inspired Living Series to discover how we can live low waste for a happier life and a healthier world. 

Lindsay Miles 

Lindsay is an educator, speaker, author and passionate zero waste/plastic-free living advocate who helps others live more meaningful lives with less waste and stuff.

She has been sharing ideas, tips, tricks and strategies on her website Treading My Own Path since 2013. She has published two books ‘Less Stuff’ and ‘The Less Waste No Fuss Kitchen’, detailing simple and practical methods for how to live simply yet richly. Lindsay also presented at the acclimated TEDx Conference, with her empowering talk 'The Non-disposable Life'.

Inspired Living Series - keynote speaker events

The 2025 Inspired Living Series showcases five insightful, not-to-be-missed evenings. The series will introduce you to a diverse line-up of local keynote speakers offering unique insights on how we can all shift to and embrace sustainability.

Topics range from sustainable food to low waste lifestyles, and each speaker will talk about their journey, and inspire our audience to embrace simple, positive lifestyle choices, connect to nature and foster community for a stronger, more resilient and brighter future.

Registration for this event is required.

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Report
… out what to do if a barking dog is being disruptive to the community. Report injured wildlife Find out how to report a …

View the links below to report an incident or make a request.

Frequently used:

If your request is urgent call us on 9840 9333

Waste and recycling

Report a missed bin collection

Find out what to do if your bin was not emptied or only half emptied.

Report dumped rubbish or litter

Find out what type of dumped rubbish or litter you can report and where you can report it.

Property and development

Report an unsightly property

Find our how to report a property with excessive rubbish or disused excavation materials.

Report an issue with a tree on public land

Report a tree or tree branch that is obstructing the road, footpath or is in danger of falling or causing damage.

Report graffiti or vandalism

Find out what type of graffiti or vandalism you can report and where you can report it.

Report noise

Find out what to do if noise is an issue near you.

Parking, roads and footpaths

Report an illegally parked or abandoned vehicle

If you've noticed an illegally parked vehicle, report it to us and we'll attend as soon as possible.

Report a damaged footpath or road

If you find an issue with one of our roads or footpaths, you can report it to us. We'll let you know if it's our road or VicRoad's.

Report graffiti or vandalism

Find out what type of graffiti or vandalism you can report and where you can report it.

Pets and animals

Find your missing pet

View our lost pets database or report a missing pet.

Report a barking dog

Find out what to do if a barking dog is being disruptive to the community.

Report injured wildlife

Find out how to report a sick or injured native animal.

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