This in person session includes how solar power and battery systems work, buying good quality solar and battery products, quoting, installation and Council subsidies, rebates and much more.
Its free to attend but bookings are essential.
This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.
MC Square Civic Plaza offers a range of flexible rooms that are well equipped and ideal for meetings.
Up to 10 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 1, the Warrandyte room can seat up to 10 people. It adjoins the Donvale room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 20 people.
14 guests in theatre style
Located on level 1, the Donvale room adjoins the Warrandyte room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 20 people.
40 guests in theatre style
Located on level 2, the Doncaster room adjoins the Templestowe room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 60 people theatre style.
20 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 2, the Templestowe room has panoramic views to the north.
It adjoins the Doncaster room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 60 people theatre style.
14 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 2, ideal for small meetings.
Studio 4 can open into Studio 5 for a larger space for up to 28 people.
14 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 2, ideal for small meetings.
Studio 5 can open into Studio 4 for a larger space for up to 28 people.
50 guests
Located on level 2.
This is a built for purpose dance studio with parquetry flooring, ballet bar and ceiling to floor mirrors.
(Prices as at 1st July 2024)
| Community | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|
| Warrandyte room | $24 per hour | $29 per hour |
| Donvale room | $24 per hour | $29 per hour |
| Donvale and Warrandyte rooms | $29 per hour | $34 per hour |
| Doncaster or Templestowe rooms | $29 per hour | $34 per hour |
| Doncaster and Templestowe room | $34 per hour | $45 per hour |
| Studio 4 | $25 per hour | $31 per hour |
| Studio 5 | $18 per hour | $24 per hour |
| Studio 4 and Studio 5 | $29 per hour | $34 per hour |
| Studio 6 (dance) | $31 per hour | $56 per hour |
Council can provide public liability insurance at $26.
Jump to the pricing table for each room with split pricing for community or commercial hire.
Contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Solar Savers is a local government initiative helping households and businesses to install quality and affordable rooftop solar and batteries. This initiative is supported by Manningham Council in partnership with Solar Savers.
Council provides subsidies to pensioners for roof top solar and to all residents who install batteries purchased through Solar Savers. This is an opportunity for pensioners to learn how to reduce their energy cost by installing roof top solar. And for those who want to ensure their power stays on, even during blackouts, energy security for the home is now made more affordable.
In this interactive practical 60 minute presentation find out:
Spend some time with the CFA learning how you can keep you, your family and your friends safe from fires this season. ...
We encourage community members to join the Wonga Park CFA for this Bushfire community meeting.
This session covers fire safety essentials information including:
Spend some time with the CFA learning how you can keep you, your family and your friends safe from fires this season. ...
We encourage community members to join the Wonga Park CFA for this Bushfire community meeting.
This session covers fire safety essentials information including:
Petitions are a way that lets you bring an issue of concern to us, so we may take action. It’s important to note that for us to consider a petition, it must relate to the powers of Manningham.
You can find out what you need include in a petition via Council’s Governance Rules.
For us to consider a petition, it must:
To ensure that we’re able to consider your petition, the petition should also include everything Council should consider and the following details of petitioners on every page:
For us to consider your petition, we must receive the petition by close of business on the Monday before a meeting. We can’t guarantee that we’ll hear any late petitions. We may consider late petitions in the following meeting.
A Councillor will present your petition to the Council meeting.
If it’s a ward matter, your ward Councillor will usually be the presenter.
The relevant Council officer will investigate the petition. The lead petitioner will receive advice on the progress of the petition and any action taken.
We have a petition template you can download that meets the requirements of the Governance Rules.
If you need help or have any questions, please contact us on (03) 9840 9333 or email GovernanceTeam@manningham.vic.gov.au.
We are proud to deliver over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. Discover our community, heritage and surrounds. Learn what drives our strategic vision - and how we do it.
Learn more about your property's rates and valuations.
Find information on our policies.
Find information on our strategies and action plans.
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.
We are committed to developing and fostering partnerships with not-for-profit groups and organisations whose work enriches the municipality and is consistent with our vision.
We are committed to managing our city’s infrastructure efficiently and sustainably to better meet the needs and expectations of our growing community.
Our capital works program brings this commitment to life by managing the maintenance and improvement of council assets, facilities and community spaces through a number of key projects.
If you are organising a public or private event in an outdoor Council-owned land such as a park, garden, reserve or street in Manningham, you may require approval.
You will need approval from us if you’re organising a public or private event in our:
We will explain below which events will need approval.
You will not need approval if your event has:
If you are hosting the following types of events, you will need our approval.
If your event has one or more of the following:
Minimum notice we require is 6 weeks.
If your event has one or more of the following:
Minimum notice we require is 3 months.
If your event has one or more of the following:
Minimum notice we require is 6 months.
You will need our approval if your event includes:
You will not need approval if your event is on:
If your event will impact surrounding areas that includes traffic, noise and waste, please speak to us on how to best manage these impacts.
To help plan your event, download an Information Kit.
If you are holding an event and need our approval, please follow the application process.
We’ll let you know when we’ve received your application and if the date and location you’ve requested is available. We’ll also send you a list of requirements you must submit as part of the approval process.
If your event impacts traffic conditions or parking at a Council owned venue, you will need a traffic management plan. This needs to be approved before event approval can be supplied.
Once your event application has been received, you will be asked to provide supporting documentation, such as:
When all documentation has been received and approved, your event approval will be sent.
You might need to pay a bond if your event is on Manningham land. The amount for a bond ranges from $50 to $5,000. The bond amount will depend on the size and nature of the event.
The purpose of a bond is to cover costs if there’s damage to any:
Bonds will also cover any costs to replace gate keys or charges to clean leftover waste.
You’ll receive a full refund after a post site inspection if we determine there’s no requirement for reinstatement.
If you are planning on organising a demonstration, rally, or public assembly on Manningham Council land let us know so that we can communicate to nearby stakeholders, residents or businesses that may be impacted.
Prior to reaching out to us you must contact Victoria Police for advice and to discuss potential police resourcing.
Complete our online webform to tell us about your public assembly, demonstration or rally on Manningham Council land.
In accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 2020, Manningham Council produces an Annual Report that provides the community with an update of Council's operations during the financial year and contains a range of information including:
Council has made available for public inspection the following documents. The documents can also be viewed at the Council Offices 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Details of overseas or interstate travel (other than interstate travel by land for less than 3 days) undertaken in an official capacity by any Councillor or member of Council staff in the previous 12 months, including:
Agenda and Minutes of Ordinary and Special meetings of Council held in the previous 12 months are available for inspection online.
You can view and/or download a copy of a Council agenda or minutes.
The request sought access to Council Open Space contributions and expenditure; specifically, a report showing money in and money out, for FY 20/21, FY 21/22 and FY22/23. Manningham Council processed this request under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 Vic.
Figures published online regarding expenditure in our annual report and quarterly capital expenditure report, may differ from the documents provided here, as projects undertaken by Manningham for open spaces will have funding from the open space, resort, recreation and reserve (RRR) account, as well as other source funding which contributes to the overall budget. The request sought access to open space contributions and expenditure, therefore the documents provided relate only to open space RRR expenditure.
Please note at the bottom of each document, publicly available material has been extracted from Manningham’s Annual reports 2020/2021, 2021/2022 and 2022/2023. These figures show the relevant open space contributions, that is money being transferred to and from the open space RRR account.
The request sought access to copies of all corporate credit card statements for January and February 2024 with specific details being made ‘Not Relevant’ to the scope of the request. Manningham Council processed this request under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 Vic.
The Council is committed to affective use of Procurement Cards which are issued on an operational needs’ basis, with varying ranges of limits according to the cardholders role in the organisation.
Guided by our Procurement Card Policy and in conjunction with our Procurement Policy, we employ strict control features to ensure accountability and transparency across all purchases made via Procurement Cards. For specific details on how we use Procurement Cards visit Procurement Card Policy.
The request sought access to summary data within the financial year 2023/24 relating to Council Rates, with some data relating to rates in arrears and the number of properties on payment plans. Manningham Council processed this request under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 Vic.
The total rates billed is related to rates only and does include Supplementary Valuation adjustments.
The number of notices issued figure includes properties that may be non-rateable, and only receive a fire levy and/or waste charge on their notice.
The monetary figure of rates in arrears is based on the rates and the interest on rates only. It does not include fire levy or waste charges or their interest charges.
The number of individuals on a payment plan is classified as live data, that was extracted as at the date your request was submitted.
No applications to request Rates to be waived, were received during the financial year.
The figure of rates refunded relates to rate overpayments on properties.
The request sought access to the yearly billed revenue from the Council Waste Levy charged to all households/premises (what is on the rates notices) and the yearly allocated spending. Manningham Council processed this request informally, via Administrative access (not under the Freedom of information Act 1982 Vic).
The total Waste Service Charge income budgeted for 2023/24 is $17.496 million. The budgeted spend on waste related activities for 2023/24 is $18.552 million. Waste revenue is based on the number of projected units (including requests for new or changed service throughout the financial year).
Income is in our 2023/24 Budget document.
The budgeted spend on waste related activities for 2023/24 is $18.552 million. The document provided shows the breakdown of budgeted spend waste related activities.
A document containing details of all leases involving land which were entered into by the Council as lessor, including the lessee and the terms and the value of the lease.
A register maintained under section 224(1A) of the Local Government Act 1989 of authorised officers appointed under that section.
A list of donations and grants made by the Council in the previous 12 months, including the names of persons who, or bodies which, have received a donation or grant and the amount of each donation or grant.
The list of Grants and Donations is available for inspection at the Council officers, please Governance team to arrange a suitable time.
The Local Government Act 2020 (Act) and the Local Government (Governance and Integrity) Regulations 2020 (the regulations) require that a summary of information submitted in Personal Interests Returns be made available to the public. The Chief Executive Officer must prepare a summary of the personal interests disclosed in the last personal interests return lodged. This summary must be made available on Council’s website and available for inspection at Council’s office. The following provides the categories under which all details must be disclosed on a Personal Interests Return form as required under section 8 of the Regulations.
To find out further information in regards to any of these documents please contact our Governance Team on 9840 9333 or via email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Volunteering in the community is the perfect way to meet interesting people and have fun along the way. You will even learn new skills. ...
There are two ways you can find local volunteering opportunities in our community:
We have partnered with EV Strengthening Communities, to deliver the Manningham Volunteer Resource Service which:
Find volunteering opportunities with Manningham Volunteer Resource Service
Help a learner driver today by assisting with their mandatory 120 hours of driving practice. This will help them get their licence. The program will provide vehicles. Learn more about the L2P Volunteer Mentoring program and support a young driver today.
There are volunteer opportunities to help older adults, such as food services. To learn how you can help, contact us.
Community and club involvement in local festivals and events is also a fun volunteering opportunity. Contact us today for more information.
We can connect you with organisations that conduct local land conservation activities. This is also a great opportunity for schools to get involved with their own student tree planting days.
Get involved in a sustainable goods exchange market.
Come along and learn how to compost, worm farm and bokashi to make a meaningful difference to the planet and help reduce food waste. ...
Come along and learn how to compost, worm farm and bokashi to make a meaningful difference to the planet and help reduce food waste.
Learn some science behind composting, fun facts about worms and become an expert at indoor composting.
Meet some real live worms and learn some tips to boost their breeding and appetite!
Who is it for?
The workshop is aimed at primary and secondary school aged children.
Participate in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count with a morning walk with ecologist John Harris. ...
Join local ecologist John Harris as he takes you on a journey through Warrandyte State Park’s Fourth Hill.
John will undertake a bird survey and help you identify birds found in the Warrandyte area.
Walk rating: 3km moderate walk, includes steep and narrow sections, creek crossing, slippery sections and tripping hazards.
Food and snacks
A light breakfast will be provided at the end of the walk.
If you have any special dietary requirements, we recommend bringing your own food and snacks.
What to bring and wear
Bring a water bottle, wear solid shoes, weather appropriate clothing and bring your own binoculars so you don't miss a thing!
Download the Aussie Bird Count Smartphone Application on Android and Apple before the walk and bring your smartphone on the day.
Where to meet
The meeting place will be at Gold Memorial Drive Picnic Ground. 10 minutes before the walk starts.
Please note: the nature walk could be cancelled due to extreme weather.
This event is part our Manningham Spring Outdoors Series, where we offer a range of fun outdoor activities across Manningham.
You can also check what’s happening across other Councils by visiting the Spring Outdoors website.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
Meet the Rainbow Serpent and Threatened and Endangered Species are two fun, free events for kids in January at Bulleen Plaza. Animal Face Painting after each show.Meet the Rainbow Serpent Show - Thursday 23 January11am-12pm and12.30pm-1.30pm...
Meet the Rainbow Serpent and Threatened and Endangered Species are two fun, free events for kids in January at Bulleen Plaza.
Meet the Rainbow Serpent - Thursday 23 January
Threatened and Endangered Species - Thursday 30 January
Animal face painting will be available after each show.
To help protect the welfare of cats and wildlife in Manningham, Council will consider introducing a pilot 24-hour cat confinement order at its meeting on Tuesday 12 December 2023.
If endorsed by Council, from 1 April 2024 cats in Manningham must be confined within the boundary of their owners’ property 24 hours a day.
The proposed implementation will be phased over two years, including an amnesty period between April and December 2024 and an evaluation period in December 2025.
If the pilot is endorsed, we will be focused on community awareness and education on the benefits of cat confinement prior to and during the amnesty period. Manningham’s Domestic Animal Management Plan contains a number of endorsed initiatives to promote responsible pet ownership, one of which is the pilot a 24-hour cat confinement order.
This plan was informed by extensive community consultation and adopted by Council in May 2022. The purpose of the cat confinement order is to:
• Protect the welfare of cats from other animals and cat cruelty caused by human behaviour
• Reduce the risk of cats getting lost or being exposed to extreme weather
• Reduce the risk of cats sustaining traumatic injuries from vehicles
• Protect the health of cats from the transmission of disease from other cats including feline immunodeficiency virus (such as feline AIDS)
• Reduce the risk associated with the transmission of disease from cats and people
• Protect wildlife from the predatory behaviour of cats
Community members can attend the December Council Meeting in person or watch online here.
Artlinks is a creative art group which meets weekly at the Seniors Citizens Centre in Warrandyte. ...
Artlinks is a creative art group which meets weekly at the Seniors Citizens Centre in Warrandyte.
The program is about getting together, meeting new people, whilst enjoying art and craft projects. No art skill required!
Bring your own project to work on, or be guided through a group activity.
Stay for the morning or join in the activities.
Contact Trentwood Community House for further details and about transport options, or a My Aged care referral if you are over 65 years of age.
Argyle Reserve is a small playground with a swingset, rockers and a park seat making it an ideal place for local children to meet friends for a play. ...
Argyle Reserve is a small playground with a swingset, rockers and a park seat making it an ideal place for local children to meet friends for a play.
Suitable age group: 1 to 4 years
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
Our 10 Year Financial Plan 2024/25 to 2033/34 provides a financial road map for the future. Adopted at the 25 June 2024 Council Meeting, the 10 Year Financial Plan ensures we deliver on the Council Plan and continue to be a financially sustainable organisation.
The Strategic Property Portfolio (SPP) makes up part of the 10 Year Financial Plan by contributing to Council’s vision of being a financially sustainable organisation. Adopted at the 25 October 2022 Council Meeting, the Strategic Property Portfolio intention is to acquire property that will strategically enhance opportunities for development and community enhancement.
The SPP vision and principal:
The Strategic Property Portfolio will provide the City of Manningham with an additional funding source to enhance services and associated infrastructure for the benefit of the community.
Contribute to an alternative income stream to achieve Council’s mission to be a financially sustainable Council.
Acquired properties
| Address | Bid | Financial benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Waldau Court, Doncaster | Council was unsuccessful at auction | Potential to acquire the heritage listed site for community use |
| 35 Hakea Street, Templestowe | Council was successful at auction for $1.45 million | The site adjoins Council owned land to the south, providing future opportunity for community infrastructure |
Join us for a hike following the Yarra River downstream through one of the most remote and least accessible parts of the Warrandyte Gorge....
Join us for this free hike following the Yarra River downstream through one of the most remote and least accessible parts of the Warrandyte Gorge. This walk involves a creek crossing and off track walking, but the reward is well worthwhile.
What to bring: enough water for the duration of the walk, lunch and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
This walk involves a car shuttle from the meeting point to the start of the walk, as the walk is one way.
The meeting point in Warrandyte will be advised on registration.
