Local seniors community groups and clubs can now apply for a Seniors Club Support Grant! 

The Seniors Club Support Grants are designed to support initiatives that benefit and empower older people in Manningham.

These grants provide up to $8,000 in funding and can be used for a wide range of activities, including digital literacy programs, creative writing classes, or exercise sessions.

You can apply for a seniors club support grant online.  

A grant writing workshop is available for existing seniors club members on Tuesday 6 August at the Manningham Function Centre. Places are limited to two people per organisation. Book your spot now. 

We’re looking for people from the Manningham community to join our Community Grants Program Assessment Panel.

The panel will help assess the applications received as part of our Community Grants Program, and:

• help ensure broad and diverse community representation in the community grants make sure there’s a shared understanding of community development
• principles align the allocation of funding with Council strategies and provide advice based on program guidelines and other key priorities.

There are three positions available on the panel for community representatives, who will be joined by at least two Council officers.

Each community panel representative will receive a payment of up to $500 (per year) for their participation.
 

Who can apply

• Applications are open to people who live, work or study in Manningham. 
• We are looking for people who have expertise, knowledge, skills and/or lived experience relevant to community grants and/or development in Manningham. 
• We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds.

Access support is available, and members can attend remotely if required, but face-to-face is preferable.

Manningham Council is encouraging local seniors community groups and clubs to apply for a new Seniors Club Support Grants program, aimed at supporting initiatives that benefit and empower older people in Manningham.

These grants provide up to $8,000 in funding and can be used for a wide range of activities, including digital literacy programs, creative writing classes, or exercise sessions.

Manningham Mayor, Councillor Carli Lange invites clubs and group to apply for a grant.

“This is a chance for our dedicated seniors clubs and groups to receive support for new programs that boost the health and wellbeing of their members.” Cr Lange said.

“It’s also an opportunity to support initiatives where our older community, family members and carers to come together and make meaningful connections.

“A lack of social connection can really affect older individuals and their caregivers. These grants provide great opportunities to get involved in a safe and welcoming environment.”

Applications open on Monday 5 August and close on Wednesday 4 September.

Council is hosting a free grant writing workshop for existing Seniors Clubs members on Tuesday 6 August at the Manningham Function Centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.

Bookings are essential and limited to two people per organisation.

To register, visit manningham.vic.gov.au/events/manningham-grant-writing-workshop-seniors-club-support-grant. 

For more information or to apply, visit manningham.vic.gov.au/community-grants or contact the Community Grants team on 9840 9333 or grants@manningham.vic.gov.au.

Are you looking for a way to stay up-to-date on the latest news and events in Manningham? If so, then you need to sign up to the Manningham eNews!

The Manningham eNews is a monthly email publication that delivers the latest news and information from Manningham Council directly to your inbox. Each issue features a variety of content, including:

• News about Council projects and activities
• Updates on essential services, such as waste management, parks and playspaces
• Information about community events and activities
• Opportunities to get involved in public consultations and feedback

The Manningham eNews is a great way to stay informed about what's happening in your community. It's also a great way to connect with us and get involved in decision-making.

View some of our past editions!

• Manningham eNews - July 2024
• Manningham eNews - February 2024
• Manningham eNews - May 2023
• Manningham eNews - February 2023

See our full archive of Manningham eNews.

Get ready for some action-packed fun at the All Aboard skate program arriving back in Bulleen, Doncaster, and Warrandyte Skate Parks.

School-aged children and young people of all genders and abilities are encouraged to come along and develop some skateboarding skills. 

All sessions are inclusive and accessible. The program is led by experienced professionals who focus on learning using fun games and socialising.  

Learn all about how to prevent injuries, find out about skate park etiquette, understand how to maintain skateboarding equipment and lots more.

Don’t have any gear? No problem, all equipment can be provided! 

Experience is not required, and skaters can attend as many sessions as they like throughout the program.

This program is delivered by  the Victorian Skateboard Association with a Manningham Community Partnership Grant.

Sessions are free, registration is recommended but not essential. 

Don’t miss out, register, grab your skateboard (if you have one) and come along to join the fun!

Are you an artist looking to show your work in our beautiful exhibition space? Expressions of interest are now open to be part of Manningham Art Gallery’s 2025 exhibition program. Manningham Art Gallery supports exhibitions by emerging and established artists through our annual exhibition program.

The gallery space is well-suited to ambitious solo presentations.
 

Who can apply?

Arts Manningham celebrates all sections of our community. We aim to be a safe and inclusive space and service.

Priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate consideration and connection to our gallery space and/or the local Manningham area and/or community through their application.

Artists from across Victoria are eligible to apply. Manningham Councillors, council staff and volunteers are ineligible.

We are currently offering only solo exhibitions.

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to attend a 15-minute interview before final decisions are made. 
 

How much does it cost?

There is no charge to apply or exhibit at Manningham Art Gallery.

What happens next?

Selected applicants will receive the following:

• six-week exhibition duration with an accompanying $1,500 plus GST artist fee to exhibit
• a curated exhibition and professional installation support
• a set of professional photographs documenting the exhibition
• promotional support through our social media, newsletters and listings in the Art Guide, Art Collector and Arts Hub
• exhibition signage.

Important dates

Applications open Tuesday 5 March 2024.

Applications close Sunday 21 April 2024.

Apply now

Complete the online application form.

If you need this form in another format or need assistance to fill out this form please contact Manningham Art Gallery’s Art Curator, Lucy Beattie Hughes via email gallery@manningham.vic.gov.au or by calling 9840 9367.

Apply online

Install view, JamFactory ICON Angela Valamanesh: About being here. This is a JamFactory touring exhibition. Photo by Charlie Kinross. 

North East Link Program is building a new interchange at Bulleen Road that will connect an upgraded Eastern Freeway to the 6.5km North East Link tunnels in Bulleen.

To create the space for new ramps and the interchange, North East Link Program is building a diversion at Bulleen Road.

From late May there will be long term changes to how you access Bulleen Road and local areas.

Bulleen Road will be closed between Thompsons Road and Carey Bulleen Sports Complex in both directions from 7.30pm on Friday 24 May until 5.30am on Monday 27 May.

A detour will be in place via Thompsons and Manningham roads to keep you moving.

Lane closures along Thompsons Road will be required at times.

Access to local schools, clubs and sporting grounds will remain open as they complete these works.

From 5.30am on Monday 27 May, traffic will move onto the new Bulleen Road diversion, subject to weather conditions.

Getting involved in climate action is vital to creating a more liveable future. We’re making this action easier by offering resources, events, programs and partnerships. 

Since we recognised the Climate Emergency in 2020, we’ve introduced several initiatives to help us move towards our zero emission targets – for Council by 2028 and for the Manningham community by 2035. 

Here’s how we’re supporting you to act on climate, both individually and together as a community.

Individuals: How we can support 

We’re making individual change feel less solo by sharing handy resources, connecting you with government discounts and even providing a year’s supply of compostable bin liners. 

	1. Resources and discounts to go electric
	We’re supporting households to go electric with free resources, webinars and information sessions. Residents can also access installers and government discounts through our partnership with Solar Savers. The benefits? The opportunity to create a healthier, more efficient home while also powering a cleaner future.
	2. A network of public electric vehicle (EV) chargers
	Considering purchasing an electric vehicle (EV)? Owning one will soon be more convenient in Manningham, as we’re rolling out a network of nine public EV chargers from early 2025. The chargers will be powered by 100 per cent renewable energy, through government accredited GreenPower.
	3. FOGO support (and a free roll of liners!)
	The FOGO service is one of the simplest ways to reduce carbon emissions.  By using our FOGO bins, we can decrease the waste sent to landfill to create a healthier environment for us all. This means placing the right items in your FOGO bins and using the certified compostable liners (that meet the AS4736 standards), as these decompose.  To make this simpler, we’re providing each Manningham household with a free roll of 150 compostable liners (approximately one year’s supply), available for collection from the Manningham Civic Centre or Council Depot. We’re also sharing FOGO tips and tricks, ‘how to’ videos, translated language guides and more to help you with FOGO. Explore our helpful FOGO resources.
	4. Clothes swap days
	Fast fashion has a negative impact on our environment, accounting for 10 per cent of human-caused greenhouse gas emissions. An alternative to this?  buying secondhand and vintage swapping clothes. Clothes swap days are a fantastic way to refresh your wardrobe and meet new people. Here at Council, we regularly run clothing exchange days. See when the next one is.

Our community: How we’re helping 

Our impact is greater when we work together. That’s why we’re facilitating community events and connecting you to local groups who make a positive difference.  

	5. Tree planting days
	Planting trees is one of the best and simplest ways to take climate action, while making Manningham a greener and more beautiful place to live and work.  Join us next National Tree Day (Sunday 28 July) to plant trees together. Check our What's on event calendar each July to find planting locations.
	6. Access to community groups
	Local environmental groups are a fantastic opportunity to connect with neighbours and make a difference in your shared backyard. We can connect you to: Andersons Creek Landcare Group Jumping Creek Catchment Landcare Group Friends Of Warrandyte State Park Wonga Park Environment Group Friends of Park Orchards Reserve Friends of Yarra Valley Parks
	7. A regular community garden
	The Doncaster Hill Community Garden is a friendly space for anyone interested in gardening and making new friends. Meeting every second Tuesday morning, volunteers tend to the garden with all produce donated to Doncare’s food relief program. Register for the next session.
	8. Sustainable schools program
	We run several programs to encourage local schools to protect and care for our natural environment, as well as sustainable education programs for our teacher network. This includes: Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning Resource Smart Schools Program Environmental Leadership Program for Schools Learn more about our schools programs.

Growing your own food can be not only rewarding and enjoyable but can also save you money as well.

The Home Harvest seminar series is a complete home gardening program that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh, healthy, and nutritious food at home.

Each seminar will cover a different aspect of growing organic food including soil preparation, pest and diseases and selecting what fruits and vegetables are right for your garden. 

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.

Food and gardening swap

Bring along your home-grown foods, seedlings, and other gardening items to share with someone else. The home-grown food and seed swap takes place 15 minutes prior to the start of the seminar. So don't forget to bring your own treats to share.