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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.
Grants, Funding and Hardship Assistance
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.
Building a better Manningham
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.
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… Hold An Event On Council Land form Current Confirm eligibility Application … This form is to request approval to hold an event on Council land. Please note: Processing approvals for short … this form, you will need to: have read Does my event need council approval? allow at least 15 minutes to complete the …
… Council subsidies for Solar Savers Environment and … solar and battery products, quoting, installation and Council subsidies, rebates and much more. Its free to attend … and Sustainability Inspired Living Series Whats On … Council subsidies for Solar Savers …
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.
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MC Square Civic Plaza offers a range of flexible rooms that are well equipped and ideal for meetings.
Warrandyte Room
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.
Donvale Room
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.
Studio 4
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.
Studio 5
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.
Studio 6 (dance)
50 guests
Located on level 2.
This is a built for purpose dance studio with parquetry flooring, ballet bar and ceiling to floor mirrors.
How much does it cost?
(Prices as at 1st July 2024)
| Community | Commercial | |
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| 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 |
| 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.
How much for room hire?
Jump to the pricing table for each room with split pricing for community or commercial hire.
Have more questions?
Contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
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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:
- parks
- gardens
- reserves
- streets.
We will explain below which events will need approval.
Events that do not require our approval
You will not need approval if your event has:
- 1-80 attendees
- BYO catering that doesn’t require vehicle access into the park
- no infrastructure such as marquees, stages, jumping castles
- low noise impact
- no change to normal traffic and parking conditions.
Events that require our approval
If you are hosting the following types of events, you will need our approval.
Low impact events
If your event has one or more of the following:
- 81-500 attendees
- 1-5 caterers or food vendors
- limited temporary infrastructure such as less than 5 marquees, additional tables and chairs
- low noise impact
- low change to traffic and parking conditions.
Minimum notice we require is 6 weeks.
Medium impact events
If your event has one or more of the following:
- 501–2500 attendees
- 5-10 caterers or food vendors
- moderate temporary infrastructure such as a stage, PA, less than 15 marquees, toilets
- moderate noise impact
- moderate change to traffic conditions, road closures and parking.
Minimum notice we require is 3 months.
High Impact Events
If your event has one or more of the following:
- 2501 or more attendees
- 15 or more caterers or food vendors
- substantial temporary infrastructure such as multiple stages, PA, 15 or more marquees, toilets
- high noise impact
- substantial additional traffic, multiple road closures and changes to traffic and parking conditions.
Minimum notice we require is 6 months.
High risk activities
You will need our approval if your event includes:
- alcohol
- amusement rides such as jumping castles or inflatables
- road closures
- any pyrotechnics such as fireworks or firecrackers.
Events on private property
You will not need approval if your event is on:
- private property
- schools
- federal or state owned land.
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.
How to apply for event approval
If you are holding an event and need our approval, please follow the application process.
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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.
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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.
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Once your event application has been received, you will be asked to provide supporting documentation, such as:
- Certificate of Public Liability Insurance
- Event Plan
- Risk Management Plan
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When all documentation has been received and approved, your event approval will be sent.
Paying bonds
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:
- infrastructure, including trees
- bollards
- pathways.
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.
Demonstrations, rallies and public assemblies
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.
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… social events. Come and join in the many club organised meetings, activities, outings and trips. Templestowe Central …
Connect with other like minded retirees and enjoy fun, friendship and social events. Come and join in the many club organised meetings, activities, outings and trips.
Templestowe Central Probus Club meets every second Wednesday of the month, except in January. The club meets at the Manningham Leisure Centre, near the indoor basketball courts.
For more information about our club, please call 0414 234 361 and leave a message for our membership secretary. You can also visit our website or email us at tcprobusclub@outlook.com.
… Learn about Council Subsidies for Solar Savers - Webinar Environment and … and batteries. This initiative is supported by Manningham Council in partnership with Solar Savers. Council provides subsidies to pensioners for roof top solar …
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:
- what to consider when installing solar panels and batteries
- Council subsidies and other available rebates for rooftop solar and batteries through the Solar Savers program
… A how-to guide on how to submit a petition to Manningham Council so we can take action on an issue. Tags About Council Council Meetings … How to submit a petition to Manningham …
What is a petition?
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.
How to get Council to consider my petition?
You can find out what you need include in a petition via Council’s Governance Rules.
For us to consider a petition, it must:
- contain a minimum number of 5 signatories for a paper petition, and 10 signatories for an electronic petition;
- be in a legible and permanent form of writing, typing or printing;
- not be defamatory, indecent, abusive or objectionable in language or substance;
- not relate to a matter beyond the powers of Council; and
- with the exception of online petitions which have been printed by Council officers, every page of the petition must bear the wording of the whole of the petition and include the name, address and signature of petitioners
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:
- name
- address
- signature
How to submit my petition?
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.
You can submit your petition in the following ways:
- Email: GovernanceTeam@manningham.vic.gov.au
- Post: PO Box 1, Doncaster, Victoria 3108
- In person: Manningham Civic Centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster 3108
Who will present my petition in the 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.
What if I need help?
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.
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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:
- Local fire risk
- What to expect from fire
- Preparing for fire
- Fire danger ratings
- How to stay informed
- Seasonal update
Other dates, times and locations:
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:
- Local fire risk
- What to expect from fire
- Preparing for fire
- Fire danger ratings
- How to stay informed
- Seasonal update
Other dates, times and locations:
… Manningham Council produces an Annual Report that provides the community … of our operations during the financial year. Tags About Council Strategies, Plans and Policies … Annual report …
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:
- A review of Council’s performance against the Council Plan
- An overview of the legislative, economic and other factors that have had an impact on Council's performance
- Major policy initiatives, operations and works undertaken
- Performance statement and financial statements
- Activities and services delivered by Council
- Achievements and challenges for the year.
… , which will ultimately limit a resident’s ability for a Council decision to be reviewed at Victorian Civil and … mechanisms at the local and state level. Manningham Council submission - Plan for Victoria and Draft Housing Targets Manningham Council submission - Plan for Victoria and Draft Housing …
Update 28 February 2025: We're currently assessing the latest State Government housing reform announcements and will update this page once our review is complete.
Victoria is poised for transformative change with the State Government’s release of several proposed planning reforms.
These changes will have significant and lasting impacts, which could drastically alter the character and liveability of our neighbourhoods.
While we acknowledge the need for more housing, we’re concerned that these reforms have progressed without transparent consultation and adequate consideration of their potential impact.
We’re urging the State to consult with us, as we work closely with our communities to ensure any reforms align with their needs.
Summary of proposed changes
In September 2023, the State Government released its Housing Statement (2024- 2034), which seeks to address housing supply and affordability.
A range of significant planning reforms were proposed to increase housing delivery:
- Replacing the metropolitan strategy, Plan Melbourne 2017-50, with the Plan for Victoria to include regional areas and housing targets for each Local Government Area.
- Increasing development across 10 activity centres in Metropolitan Melbourne to deliver 60,000 additional homes. None of these locations are within the City of Manningham, with the nearest locations being Ringwood, Preston and Camberwell Junction.
- Reducing red tape and streamlining the planning process when assessing planning permit applications for residential development and making it easier to subdivide land into two lots.
- Removing or reducing third party appeal rights, which will ultimately limit a resident’s ability for a Council decision to be reviewed at Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
Further proposed changes
Since these changes were released, the State Government has announced further reforms, including:
- An expansion of the State Government’s Activity Centre Program, with 25 centres announced on 20 October 2024. These centres are intended to support medium and high-density housing in well serviced areas of Melbourne’s inner suburbs. An additional 25 ‘train and tram zone’ activity centres will be announced by the end of 2024. No centres within Manningham have been identified however, there is potential for the State Government to further expand the program in the future.
- A broader statewide reform of developer contributions is commencing with the 10 identified activity centres, subject to a ‘simple developer contribution pilot’ that will come into effect from 1 January 2027.
- The release of huge plots of land for thousands of new homes in Melbourne's outer north, west and southeast for 27 new greenfield areas in coming years.
- Changes to the rules around subdivision of residential land – removing the need for an approved planning permit and making it easier to subdivide and develop land for residential development.
Our response to proposed changes
In response, Manningham has provided submissions to the reforms as outlined below.
Plan for Victoria
This draft plan sought feedback on key policy directions including housing, transport, liveability and sustainability.
It proposes a draft target of 39,000 new dwellings in Manningham by 2051, representing a 76 per cent increase over the next 26 years or around 1,500 dwellings per year.
This target significantly exceeds the rate of growth that currently informs the preparation of our Residential Strategy.
Our submission reinforces that:
- the settlement pattern of Manningham results in restricted development opportunities in the eastern parts of the municipality. The suburbs to the west of the Mullum Mullum Creek have accommodated most of the housing growth in the municipality to date
- we are concerned that accommodating 39,000 new dwellings will result in further concentrated change in the western part of the municipality, due to constraints in the east
- the Plan for Victoria must seek to improve Manningham’s public transport system and prioritise bus network improvements, to enable our local economy to expand and prosper as the population grows
- any housing target needs to achieve an appropriate balance between increasing growth in areas serviced by infrastructure and protecting areas of environmental and visual significance
- increased housing density needs to be supported by infrastructure, including public open space, roads, footpaths and community facilities any additional infrastructure should be sustainably funded through appropriate mechanisms at the local and state level.
Changes to the way apartments and townhouses will be considered and approved
These reforms represent an overhaul of ResCode, which is the planning rule for single or multiple dwelling developments that require a planning permit (including lots under 300 square metres and apartment developments up to a height of four storeys).
Proposed changes include the removal of neighbourhood character considerations, which we anticipate could have a significant impact on the look and feel of our suburbs.
It also includes a proposal to remove third-party appeal rights. This means that an objector to a multi-unit application cannot appeal Council’s decision if all relevant standards are met.
While we acknowledge that there are opportunities to improve Victoria’s existing planning controls and processes, better planning outcomes are achieved by considering neighbourhood character and involving the communities in the planning process.
Activity Centres Program
We provided a submission on the designation and draft structure plans for the 10 metropolitan and major activity centres, with specific comments on the plans for the Ringwood activity centre which affects land abutting Manningham.
This forms part of the State Government’s Activity Centre Pilot Program.
A key focus of these structure plans is the designation of ‘walkable catchments’ within an 800m radius of the activity centre, where increased residential development (heights and density) will be encouraged.
Our submission focused on the significant implications of this work on all activity centres across metropolitan Melbourne.
It’s essential that a range of funding and delivery mechanisms are established by the State Government to ensure the continued delivery of vital open space, services and infrastructure to support a rapidly growing population and vibrant and functional activity centres.
What you can do
You can advise the Victorian Government on whether you support or oppose these changes.
Provide your feedback to the Victorian Government:
- on Plan for Victoria, including the housing targets, by emailing planforvictoria@transport.vic.gov.au*
- on all other proposed planning changes, by emailing the Minister for Planning at sonya.kilkenny@parliament.vic.gov.au.
*Submissions closed on 30 August 2024, but we still encourage you to provide feedback.
Have your say when consultation opens for Manningham’s draft Residential Strategy and Activity Centre Design Guidelines in 2025.
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Council information in your language
We have translated some our most important information into our most used languages. You can read about waste and recycling, planning and permits, parking, roads and footpaths, family services and more.
Do you need an interpreter?
Communicate with us through the Translating and Interpreting Service if you do not speak or understand English.
Submit a news story
Have a great story? Get in touch with us and share your club or community groups story for our eNews or Manningham Matters.
… Identification Walk Environment and sustainability Join Council's Biodiversity Planner Cathy Willis for a walk …
Join Council's Biodiversity Planner Cathy Willis for a walk identifying most Manningham’s eucalypt species in the field.
Details:
- Rating: Moderate (mostly easy with one steep section)
- Distance: 1.5 km
- Time: 2 hrs
- Wear: Sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Bring: A water bottle.
- Meeting point: Pound Bend picnic area in Warrandyte State Park (in the carpark near the tunnel at the southern end).
If you can no longer attend, please cancel via Eventbrite.
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Documents Available for Public Inspection
Council has made available for public inspection the following documents. The documents can also be viewed at the Council Offices 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Overseas and Interstate Travel Register
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:
- the name of the Councillor or member of Council staff; and
- the dates on which the travel began and ended; and
- the destination of the travel; and
- the purpose of the travel; and
- the total cost to the Council of the travel, including accommodation cost
The Agendas and Minutes of all Ordinary and Special Meetings of Council
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.
Freedom of Information requests
Open space contributions and expenditure
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.
Document context
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.
Procurement cards January and February 2024
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.
Document context
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.
Council Rate information for financial year 2023/24
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.
Document context
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.
Other information requests released
Council Waste Levy 2023/24
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).
Document context
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.
- S6 Instrument of Delegation - Council to Members of Council Staff - 12 December 20231.91 MBdownload
- S17 - Instrument of Appointment and Authorisation (Oaths and Affirmations Act 2018)386.08 KBdownload
- S19A Instrument of Delegation of the MFPO under Country Fire Authority Act 1958 - October 2023206.07 KBdownload
- S19B Instrument of Delegation of the MFPO under the Fire Rescue Victoria Act 1958 - October 2023183.8 KBdownload
Council Lease Register
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.
Register of Authorisations
A register maintained under section 224(1A) of the Local Government Act 1989 of authorised officers appointed under that section.
List of Grants and Donations
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.
Personal Interests Returns
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.
… 10 Year Financial Plan ensures we deliver on the Council Plan and build a financially sustainable organisation. Tags About Council Strategies, Plans and Policies … 10 Year Financial …
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.
Highlights of the 10 Year Financial Plan
- Provides the long-term financial resourcing for the future to build a better Manningham.
- Provision of funding to deliver on a range of key strategies and initiatives such as community health and wellbeing, our parks and public spaces, road maintenance and footpaths, the environment and waste and storm water management, support for local businesses including the introduction of a co-working business hub, a youth hub, and increased community grant funding to support community led initiatives.
- We will deliver on our Climate Emergency Action Plan to reduce the impacts of climate change. We have allocated $11 million in our capital works program over the next ten years for Circular Economy (Sustainability) initiatives.
- A commitment of $1.69 billion of operational expenditure over 10 years (an average of $169 million per annum) to deliver more than 100 services for our community.
- The delivery of a 10 year Capital Works Program of $549 million (an average of $55 million per annum) to renew and enhance Council’s $2.7 billion of community assets. This program focuses on core infrastructure such as footpaths, drainage, roads and open space and will enhance the liveability and amenity of our municipality.
- The Capital Works Program is in addition to the $247 million over 10 years (an average of $25 million per annum) to maintain our important community assets included in our operating budget.
- A significant allocation of funding in the Capital Works Program for major projects including the construction of major community and recreational facilities. These projects will be funded primarily from Council’s Strategic Fund.
- Average forecast general rate increases in line with the State Government’s rate cap/forecast CPI.
- Despite the challenging economic environment, we have continued to focus on ongoing financial sustainability through innovation and efficiencies, and containment of expenditure at less than inflation. We are also seeking alternative sources of income to reduce the dependence on rate income, such as ensuring that we strategically unlock the potential of our assets to enhance our financial sustainability.
Strategic Property Portfolio
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 |
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| 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 |
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.
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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:
Volunteer through Manningham Volunteer Resource Service
We have partnered with EV Strengthening Communities, to deliver the Manningham Volunteer Resource Service which:
- helps volunteers to find local volunteer opportunities
- encourages organisations to provide more volunteering opportunities
- facilitates workshops to help volunteers and organisations get the most out of volunteering
Find volunteering opportunities with Manningham Volunteer Resource Service
Volunteer through our Council programs
Community volunteering opportunities
Volunteer Mentor Driver (L2P Program)
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.
Arts and cultural volunteering opportunities
Festivals and events
Community and club involvement in local festivals and events is also a fun volunteering opportunity. Contact us today for more information.
Environmental and sustainability volunteering opportunities
Tree planting and vegetation maintenance
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.
Youth sustainability volunteers
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.
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
- 11.00am - 12.00pm
- 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Threatened and Endangered Species - Thursday 30 January
- 11.00am - 12.00pm
- 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Animal face painting will be available after each show.