Monday morning playgroup for 0-5 year olds...
Looking for a way to meet other parents and relax as your children play in a safe and friendly environment?
Little Kev’s is a playgroup for 0-5 year old children which runs Monday mornings during the school term and meets in the church gathering space.
You'll connect with other parents whilst your little one/s enjoy nursery rhymes, sensory play, books and more.
Come along for a free session and get to know other local families at St Kevin's Parish Playgroup.
Registration is required.
Relationships Australia Victoria in partnership with Manningham Council are running free parenting groups for dads in Manningham with children aged under one year.
When
The group will start on Tuesday 2 September 2025 and will run weekly for 3 sessions. To participate in the group it is expected that you will attend all three sessions.
Reasons to join a Dads Group
What you’ll learn
You’ll learn from other dads and have a chance to discuss important topics such as:
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 2025/26 to 2034/35 provides a financial road map for the future.
Adopted at the 30 July 2025 Council Meeting, the 10 Year Financial Plan ensures we deliver on the Council Plan and continue to be a financially sustainable organisation.
Located next to the historical Heimat House, this venue offers a function room and a multi purpose room and is ideal for classes, meetings and private functions.
The rooms are divided by a fully functional kitchen, with a servery through to the function room. The function room has timber floors and a small stage area with wall mirrors. The multi-purpose room has carpeted flooring, providing an ideal space for classes.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of the Heimat Centre.
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
| Community | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|
| Casual Hirer | $72 per hour | $116 per hour |
| Regular Hirer | $32 per hour | $36 per hour |
A 12 hour flat rate of $648 is also available for casual community hirers.
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can assist to organise this for you.
Take our virtual tour of the Heimat Centre. Please contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
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.
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.
Please join us at our annual Yaluk Langa Community Day to celebrate the continuing creative culture and traditions of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, Heide’s Traditional Owners.
Bring your picnic for this free Community Day, held in Heide’s new Gathering Space. Heide is a public art museum and sculpture park located on a stretch of the Birrarung/Yarra River that has long served as a meeting point and as a creative hub. Parking is available on site.
Learn about the Indigenous history of the local landscape and the role everyone can play in Caring for Country from Wurundjeri Elders, who will share stories around the contemporary tree scarring and shield projects funded by Manningham Council, and the revegetation of the river’s edge.
Activities include performances by the Djirri Djirri dancers, Marn Grook ‘footy’ games played with a possum fur ball, and nature-based art making.
For more information, please click here.
The playground, upgraded in 2017, has a large swing set suitable for all ages, plus a see-saw and a digger for all the young construction enthusiasts. Perfect for local children to meet friends and run about. ...
The playground, upgraded in 2017, has a large swing set suitable for all ages, plus a see-saw and a digger for all the young construction enthusiasts. Perfect for local children to meet friends and run about.
Winbrook Reserve also serves as a very handy pedestrian thoroughfare between Winbrook Court, Tiffany Court and Williamsons Road.
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.
Koonarra Hall is a multi-purpose venue suitable for meetings, classes/seminars and private functions, including family gatherings and children's parties. Enjoy the outdoor deck with views over parkland.
An outdoor community playground and BBQs make this a great all weather option. Walking tracks, plexipave tennis courts and multi-use space for soccer and hockey are close by.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of Koonarra Hall
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
| Community | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|
| Casual Hirer | $72 per hour | $116 per hour |
| Regular Hirer | $32 per hour | $36 per hour |
A 12 hour flat rate of $648 is also available for casual community hirers.
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can assist to organise this for you.
Take our virtual tour of Koonarra Hall, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Advocacy is an important way for us to provide a voice for the community on issues that matter. This is an essential role of local government.
We are advocating to influence state and federal governments to fund important priority projects around planning, transport, infrastructure and services.
This includes seeking funding support for seven major projects as well as a series of local sports infrastructure, road and footpath upgrades in Manningham.
Aquarena is Manningham’s sole aquatic centre, the outdoor area (built in 1960s) is a much-loved space, however, is at the end of its lifespan and requires a total refresh.
This facility serves the entire municipality, receiving 1.14 million visits annually, and without this redevelopment, Manningham Council will struggle to accommodate the growing demands of the community and the delivery of essential health and wellbeing outcomes effectively.
Manningham is the only municipality in metropolitan Melbourne without train or tram, making buses the only form of public transport for our residents.
Manningham Council has continuously advocated for a High Frequency Busway link along Doncaster Road corridor from Mitcham Station to the CBD.
Our community continue to raise concerns regarding the safety of the intersection at Ringwood-Warrandyte Road, Croydon Road, Husseys Lane and Brumbys Lane in Warrandyte South (commonly known as ‘5-ways’).
Manningham Council has been advocating to the State Government and directly to the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) for multiple years seeking help to fix this serious safety issue.
NELP has committed to deliver a like for like replacement of Doncaster Park and Ride whereas we are seeking a Transit Oriented Development with increased capacity.
There has been concern from the community over instances of noise and dust that have not triggered intervention.
We have been advocating for filters to be installed within the ventilation stack since 2019 through the Environmental Effects Statement (EES) Hearings.
The Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre is a highly successful service, engaging over 1200 individuals each week. The development of a new community house was identified as a high priority in Council’s Community Infrastructure Plan.
Neighbourhood/community houses are a shared responsibility with the State Government. Manningham Council has already demonstrated its commitment to this new building by purchasing the land for a new community house.
Council calls on the Federal and State Government for significant funding.
There is no dedicated community legal service located in Manningham.
Manningham has a high percentage of overseas born residents (44%) and an increasing number of very low-income residents (25%). These factors indicate that our population has a range of vulnerabilities and needs for a legal service that provides free or low-cost assistance in a service that caters for cultural and linguistic diversity.
Manningham’s open space network is facing increasing pressure from increased population density, major projects such as the North East Link, loss of private open space and tree canopy cover, climate change and increased demand for recreation facilities . Population forecasts an increase from 133,00 today to 149,000 by 2036, which will exacerbate the pressure on our open spaces.
We're advocating for a Doncaster Station to be included in the first phase of construction of the Suburban Rail Loop.
The Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance (EAHA) is a formal collaboration of six councils working to address the housing affordability crisis in Melbourne’s eastern metro region.
Improved transport infrastructure through Doncaster Hill will unlock and complement regional opportunities for improved access to jobs, educational and health facilities and to other community and social services.
Jumping Creek Road Wonga Park is in a unique and environmentally sensitive area. The road is being upgraded to improve safety for all users, including motorists, cyclists and pedestrians, whilst also protecting our wildlife and vegetation.
The works are expected to cost up to $21 million over the project life. This is a significant burden for the Manningham community, and we seek contributions from all levels of government to enable this project to proceed.
Through our commitment to environmental action, we’re determined to maintain the liveability of our area and build our resilience to the impacts of global warming.
There are several ways you can take action and make a difference, from electrifying your home to planting trees at your local park. We have also been busy with our ongoing programs of sustainability initiatives.
You can learn about what we’re doing and how to be involved.
Run through the dry creek bed, hop from rock to rock, and meet the giant platypus in the sand pit before trying the slides, swings, spinners, see-saw, monkey bar and the giant climbing web. ...
Located on the Mullum Mullum Trail, Manna Gum playground offers many fun play opportunities in a nature-based setting.
Run through the dry creek bed, hop from rock to rock, and meet the giant platypus in the sand pit before trying the slides, swings, spinners, see-saw, monkey bar and the giant climbing web. It’s a great place for chasey with plenty of shade to rest when you are finished.
There is also a picnic shelter to have your lunch, and families can make a day of it by parking your car at another part of the Mullum Mullum Trail and walking or cycling to the playground.
We're upgrading Manna Gum playspace. For more information, visit YourSay Manningham.
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 Pines Learning and Activity Centre is ideal for meetings, conferences, functions or family occasions and can be hired until 11.00pm, seven days a week. It is located next to the Pines Shopping Centre.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of The Pines Learning and Activity Centre.
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
| Community | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|
| Function room - Casual hirer | $127 per hour | $223 per hour |
| Function room - Regular hirer | $41 per hour | $55 per hour |
| Meeting room - Casual hirer | $55 per hour | $62 per hour |
| Meeting room - regular hirer | $34 per hour | $45 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can help to organise this for you.
Take our virtual tour of The Pines Learning and Activity Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Knitting group that meets on second Saturday of each month...
This friendly group welcomes all knitters no matter your skill level.
We meet on the second Saturday of each month.
All welcome; cost is $3 per session.
There is parking available on site and Bus Route 905 stops at Thompsons Road / Sunhill Road stop.
Our Annual Report provides an overview of how we are tracking against key performance measures and provides transparency across key areas of Council business
The Manningham Quarterly Report provides a progress update towards achievement of our Council Plan 2021-2025 as well as financial, capital works, Councillor and CEO expenses and CEO Performance Indicators.
2024/25
2023/24
Our Annual Report provides a detailed account of Council’s service performance across the year.
LGPRF was introduced by the Victorian Government to assist the community to see and compare Council’s performance in areas of interest such as public safety (animals, foods and pools), services (statutory planning, maternal child health, libraries, roads and rubbish), council business (governance, community engagement and financial efficiency).
All results are reported annually to the Minister for Local Government and published on the Local Government Victoria website.
Conveniently located next to Ted Ajani Reserve, this large hall is perfect for parties, weddings, engagements, memorial services, classes or meetings. We also provide access to a large car park, conveniently located next to the hall.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 13 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of the Ajani Community Hall.
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hire rate.
| Community | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|
| Casual Hirer | $92 per hour | $169 per hour |
| Regular Hirer | $36 per hour | $45 per hour |
A 12 hour flat rate for $815.00 is also available for community casual hirers.
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance, we can help organise this for you.
Take our virtual tour of the Ajani Community Hall, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
We’re delivering for our community with an operating budget of $161 million to deliver more than 100 valuable services for our community.
Highlights from the 2025/26 Budget
Average general rate increase in line with the State Government’s rate cap of 3.0%
Council Plan
We're delivering on our Council Plan. This includes:
The 5.7 hectare Ted Ajani Reserve provides sporting, recreational and meeting facilities for Bulleen and Lower Templestowe residents and the wider community. The reserve offers facilities for tennis, cricket, football, scouts, community groups, two community halls, and a children’s playspace, and as such is very densely developed. ...
The 5.7 hectare Ted Ajani Reserve provides sporting, recreational and meeting facilities for Bulleen and Lower Templestowe residents and the wider community. The reserve offers facilities for tennis, cricket, football, scouts, community groups, two community halls, and a children’s playspace, and as such is very densely developed.
Ted Ajani Reserve also plays an important role in the network of pedestrian links and safe crossing points over major roads, with links to the south via David Road to the Manningham Road pedestrian overpass, and an off-street link to the Thompsons Road pedestrian crossing. It is important to ensure that the link between David Road and Manningham Road is retained into the future.
Located on Hazel Drive, the playground is accessible to the surrounding local residents. Play opportunities include a combination unit with a track glide and slide plus swings and a see-saw. Check out the exciting balancing and rotating play equipment suited to older children.
Suitable age group: 1-14 years
The outdoor exercise equipment was installed in partnership between Council and the Victorian Government to encourage residents to get active in their local parks in Manningham. The equipment is easy to use and has been designed for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Some of it has been designed by physiotherapists to improve the health and well being of older adults to prevent falls and maintain independent living, by improving their balance, hand eye coordination and movement in the joints such as shoulders, wrist and fingers. The equipment is available everyday for community use.
Main carpark entry via Thompsons Road.
Off lead reserve, except within 15 metres of playground, BBQ area or where a sporting event is in progress.
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.
