Join in the 5th anniversary gala event dedicated to promoting Cantonese culture, arts, and community spirit.
This promises to be a memorable occasion filled with joy, reflection, and artistic expression.
Light refreshments served.
Registration is required.
Visit us at MY Hub on level one MC Square to relax, game, socialise, or study in a safe space for young people in Manningham.
Manningham Youth Services (delivered by EACH) are on-site to provide support!
Support includes
Come down and check out our new youth hub and meet our team ready to support young people and their families!
Find out how to access information and services in your languages other than English. ...
Interpreter services are available in multiple languages.
Call our Interpreter service on 9840 9355.
We value our multicultural community and want to make sure you can communicate with us in the way that you prefer. Over 40 per cent of Manningham residents speak a language other than English at home.
Communicate with us through the Translating and Interpreting Service if you do not speak or understand English.
The interpreter service will contact the relevant council area and act as a direct translator between the caller and Council.
All interpreters are accredited with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) to ensure the highest standards of customer service available to non-English speaking customers.
We use Google Translate to give you the option to read Council information in your language.
To use Google Translate:
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We've provided extra resources in these languages other than English.
Stay informed about programs, services, council projects, opportunities and important news for our diverse communities.
We acknowledge that racism continues to be a reality for many people in Victoria. This event provides an opportunity to hear from people who have explored this topic extensively with local communities, and those with lived experience.
Tackling Racism is an event to mark United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Manningham Council has partnered with Victoria University on a project mapping racism where it occurs, understanding the reporting barriers and supporting the needs of people who experience it.
Come along to hear Dr Mario Peucker, Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow, share his findings from the report. Lingzhi Ruan, from Womens Health East, will talk about their anti-racism project Taking Action to Combat Racism with Mandarin speaking women. The event will also feature a panel consisting of local community members and the Eastern Community Legal Centre sharing their insights and experiences on tackling racism and promoting equality.
Come join in the fun at the ever-popular Manningham Family Festival at Finns Reserve - presented by Rotary Manningham City.
This annual community event features kids' attractions like pony rides, a jumping castle, a merry-go-round, and a baby animal farm.
On stage, we celebrate our community’s talent with performances from over 100 local adult and children's entertainers.
There are also 50 community and craft stalls, and a wide selection of food stalls to enjoy.
This day is always fun for all the family, from babies and toddlers to bigger children, teenagers, parents, grandparents and even the dog!
Manningham Art Studios is a place for the community to learn and experience artmaking.
It is also place where we welcome everyone who is interested in learning artmaking skills and people who want to socialise and have fun.
Our classes are designed for a range of ages and levels of skill, and our Art Tutors are professional practicing artists who enjoy sharing their knowledge with you.
Enrolments now open via Eventbrite
Learn acrylics, pastels, pottery, mixed media and more from our experienced art and pottery tutors. Our very popular art and pottery classes for Term 3 2025 are available now!
Enrolments are made online via Eventbrite. Bookings are essential to reserve your place in a class as numbers are strictly limited.
We have minimum numbers for some classes and may need to cancel prior to the beginning of term if we don’t have enough enrolments. If that happens we will offer you a full refund or offer you a different class if that suits you.
All class prices are inclusive of GST. Additional material fees apply for all adult classes.
Concession prices are available for:
Concession applies to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in a children’s course.
If we need to cancel a confirmed class and cannot find a suitable substitute Art Tutor, we will contact you by email and by SMS at least 30 minutes prior to your class commencing.
We will also offer you a full refund for the date that has been cancelled or offer an additional class if possible.
We are only able to offer refunds if you request it 1 week prior to the course commencing.
In special circumstances we will refund your fee ether in full or in part if:
Eventbrite booking fees are non-refundable.
It is the policy of the Manningham Art Studios to maintain the highest level of confidentiality for student information.
MC2, Level 2, 687 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster VIC 3108
Let's Crochet Together offers senior residents of Manningham an enjoyable and practical crochet session, with a special focus on those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
Participants will not only acquire basic crochet skills, but also have the opportunity to build new community connections.
Refreshments will be provided, and each participant will receive a complimentary crochet kit.
Please note: this event will be conducted in Cantonese.
This event is free of charge for older adults aged 65 and above from Manningham. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, registrations essential.
Let's Crochet Together is organised by CASS Care and supported by Manningham Council’s Community Grants Program.
Join us at the Wonga Park Community Cottage for our upcoming Makers Market.
Start your Mother's Day shopping and discover local small businesses and their handcrafted wares. Connect with local makers and creatives and like-minded community members.
Enjoy a coffee and live music while you browse our range of local stallholders.
Meeting Date: 29 September 2015
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
View and download the full Council Agenda below. A clearer version of the Attachments can be viewed separately by clicking on the item below.
Come along to find out about INFANT, an evidence-based initiative led by our local MCH Nurses....
The Infant Feeding, Active play and Nutrition (INFANT) program provides parents with evidence-based skills and information about healthy eating and active play for their babies.
INFANT is an evidence-based initiative led by our local Maternal Child Health (MCH) Nurses.
Sessions cover topics including:
Cost: Free
Who should attend: Parents and caregivers
Please note: This is the 9 months session - for babies aged from 8 to 10 months.
We offer interactive sessions in four different age groups:
For more information, go to Maternal and Child Health Services or call 9840 9188.
Join Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC) for Taking Charge: Planning for the future, including healthy ageing, wills and powers of attorney.
Visit The Pines, Bulleen and Warrandyte Libraries during Victorian Law Week (20 to 26 May) to learn about legal issues relevant to you and your community.
Information brochures from ECLC will be made available from information stalls.
Everyone has the right to live their lives free from abuse.
There’s a number of things we can all do to prevent elder abuse from getting out of hand such as:
Elder abuse is hard to picture, but happens every day. What starts out small doesn't always stay that way.
Actions causing harm to an older person from someone they know or trust is elder abuse. It can include:
Anyone experiencing elder abuse may:
Elder abuse often occurs within close relationships and is a form of family violence. It’s unacceptable and we need to call it out.
There’s several actions we can take to stop elder abuse and includes:
If you or anyone you know is experiencing elder abuse, don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Learn more about how we’re tackling ageism in Manningham.
Compass is a national website created to help older Australians navigate the complex issue of elder abuse and to guide action to end the problem. Compass make resources and information available both for older Australians and for the people who care for and support them.
As a voice for action, Compass acts against elder abuse by raising nationwide awareness of this growing social issue and simplifying the process of connecting people to services and information that can help.
Learn more by visiting compass.info or by calling 1800 ELDERhelp.
The OPERA project is a partnership between Eastern Community Legal Centre and Swinburne University. The project engages with older people about their experiences of ageing and age discrimination in the community.
The aim of the project is to ensure that older people feel valued and respected. It’s also about challenging some of the harmful beliefs and attitudes that can lead to age discrimination.
Every individual has the right to feel safe, respected and valued.
Learn more about the OPERA Project.
Congratulations on choosing Manningham as your new home.
Manningham prides itself on providing high quality services and a range of lifestyle needs for residents of all ages.
Manningham is located just a short distance from the Melbourne CBD yet you can enjoy a sense of being 'out of the city' thanks to our abundance of green open spaces, scenic outlooks to the ranges, and tranquil walks along our waterways.
It is this unique balance of city and country that makes Manningham such a special place to live.
We are proud to deliver over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. Here are a few to get you started.
There’s something for everyone in Manningham. From sacred sites of the area’s First Peoples to the early gold mining settlements, the local area has a bit of everything for you to appreciate and enjoy.
Use our maps to search Manningham, property addresses, wards, healthcare centres and other places of interest.
Explore our local arts, crafts, fashion, food and drink and other recreational activities.
We are at risk of bushfires, flood and storms and work closely with authorities to plan for and be prepared in an emergency. Keep you and your family safe by being prepared and understanding your risks.
Stay in touch with everything that is happening at Council and around our community by subscribing to our monthly eNewsletter. Receive the latest news about our essential services, programs, projects and activities, straight to your inbox.
Introducing The Thrive Program – an empowering program of self-discovery and reconnection with community for women aged 60 plus.
“Thrive” will foster a supportive community of like-minded women on the shared path to personal growth and fulfillment, and a life filled with purpose, positivity, and authentic connections.
This free 5-session program is designed specifically for women aged 60 plus (living in Manningham) who are ready to embrace the next chapter of their lives with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Our aim is to empower participants to connect with true self, strengthen bonds within the local Manningham community and cultivate a deeper sense of belonging and fulfillment.
We are currently taking expressions of interest and invite eligible participants to apply.
To apply, please call 9842 6726 or complete the online enquiry form on our website.
Join tennis champion and Australian Open broadcaster, Jelena Dokic as the keynote speaker at Doncare's International Women's Day charity luncheon.
Enjoy sparkling and canapes on arrival plus a two-course meal and wine at the stunning Bramleigh Estate.
All funds raised support Doncare Community Services. Doncare has been serving the Manningham community since 1969. By attending this event, you will be supporting woman and children recovering from family violence, and helping families to access financial and material aid and counselling services in Manningham.
The event is proudly supported by our sponsors - Bramleigh Estate, Bendigo Banks, Doncaster East and Templestowe Village Community Bank Branches, CoreDNA, LogIn Systems, Luxury Escapes and the Australian Wine Tour Company.
Introducing The Thrive Program – an empowering program of self-discovery and reconnection with community for women aged 60 plus.
“Thrive” will foster a supportive community of like-minded women on the shared path to personal growth and fulfillment, and a life filled with purpose, positivity, and authentic connections.
This free 5-session program is designed specifically for women aged 60 plus (living in Manningham) who are ready to embrace the next chapter of their lives with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Our aim is to empower participants to connect with true self, strengthen bonds within the local Manningham community and cultivate a deeper sense of belonging and fulfillment.
We are currently taking expressions of interest and invite eligible participants to apply.
To apply, please call 9842 6726 or complete the online enquiry form on our website.
Join us at the Wonga Park Community Cottage for a special indoor makers market.
With a range of local small businesses from the Wonga Park area and surrounds, and our lovely Brew and Willow coffee van.
It will be the perfect morning out for a spot of shopping and connecting with local makers and members of the community.
Just in time for Mother's Day, so start your gift buying and support local with us.
There are many great public and private schools in our community. Learn more about these schools by visiting the links below.
| School Name | Suburb |
|---|---|
| Doncaster Secondary College | DONCASTER 3108 |
| East Doncaster Secondary College | DONCASTER EAST 3109 |
| Templestowe College | TEMPLESTOWE LOWER 3107 |
| Warrandyte High School | WARRANDYTE 3113 |
| Heatherwood Special School | DONVALE 3111 |
| Marcellin College | BULLEEN 3105 |
| Whitefriars College | DONVALE 3111 |
| School Name | Suburb |
|---|---|
| Donvale Christian School | DONVALE 3111 |
| Bulleen Heights School | BULLEEN 3107 |
Find all schools, childcare, kindergartens and more within Manningham
Manningham Community Transport Service is now operated by EV Community Transport.
To contact EV Community Transport, phone 9870 7822 (press 3 for Manningham clients) or email customerservice@ev.org.au.
For more information please visit the EVCT website
People aged over 65 years (over 50 years for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
To be eligible, you will need to be:
How much does it cost?
The cost per round trip for eligible residents is currently $7.20 (for existing regular trips in Manningham). Costs for other services will be provided upon booking.
Need help?
Call us on 9840 9230 or Contact us in a way that you prefer.
This workshop will help prepare sport and recreation clubs with an introduction to LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport and movement settings. ...
Delivered by Proud2Play, this free session will help prepare participants with an introduction to LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport and movement settings.
This session is ideal for those organisations, sports clubs or individuals who have never engaged in LGBTIQ+ inclusion, or recently started working with LGBTIQ+ communities.
Key learnings in this session include:
