This groundbreaking exhibition calls attention to the pressing issue of Indigenous incarceration in Australia and the crisis of deaths in custody. 

Guest-curated by Kent Morris (Barkindji), it presents works by leading First Nations artists including Vernon Ah Kee, Gordon Bennett, Destiny Deacon, Jimmy Pike, and Judy Watson. Their powerful responses are shown alongside the remarkable creative achievements of former and current prison inmates, many of whom have connected with their culture and Country through The Torch program, such as Thelma Beeton, Stacey Edwards, Robby Wirramanda and Sean Miller.

The exhibition is showing until 20 July 2025 in the Heide Main Galleries.

Visit the Heide website for opening hours and information about how to plan your visit.

Image credit: Trevor Nickolls, Brush with the Lore, 2010, Art Gallery of South Australia, acquisition through Tarnanthi: Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art, supported by BHP 2018.

Spirit Worlds and Dreamscapes explores for the first time Albert Tucker’s lifelong fascination with spiritual and esoteric ideas and how he integrated his belief in invisible forces into his art.

The exhibition has been made possible by the Albert and Barbara Tucker Foundation and is showing until 31 August 2025 in the Albert and Barbara Tucker Gallery.

Visit the Heide website for opening hours and information about how to plan your visit.

Image: Installation view, Albert Tucker: Spirit Worlds and Dreamscapes, 2025, photograph: Christian Capurro.

To help you remove garden waste to prepare for bushfire season, you can drop off either one car boot, station wagon, ute or a 6‘x4’ level trailer load of garden waste on certain dates throughout the year.

Who can use this service?

You need to live in a Bushfire Prone Area to use this service. We will ask you to show proof of residency (either a driver's licence or rates notice) at the check-in point on the day. If someone else drops off the garden waste for you, make sure you provide them with your proof. 

If you are not eligible for this service or have excess garden waste to dispose, you can:

• order an additional garden waste bin for spring
• book a bundled branches collection
• take it to a local transfer station.

Need help? Contact us

What items can and cannot be dropped off?

How much can you drop off?

You can drop off either one car boot, station wagon, ute or a 6’x4’ level trailer load of garden waste for free. There is a charge for any extra garden waste – see costs below.
 

Garden waste load type	Example	Cost
Car boot		FREE
Station wagon or ute		FREE
Single trailer level – 6’x4’		FREE
Single trailer heaped – 6’x4’ (up to 1.1m3)		+ $30
Single trailer high sides – 6’x4’ (up to 2m3)		+ $50
Tandem trailer level (up to 1.25m3)		+ $30
Tandem trailer heaped (up to 2m3)		+ $50
Tandem trailer high sides (up to 3.65m3)		+ $90

How to pay

You can only pay by EFT on the day.

How to book

Choose a date from the list below, select your preferred 30 minute timeslot and click ‘Register’ to finalise your booking. Each household is eligible to attend one time slot each month.

Do you need support to help your newborn baby learn to sleep? Come along to one of our free information sessions.

Through the Maternal and Child Health Sleep and Settling initiative, we are providing support for parents experiencing sleep and settling concerns with their young children.

During this in-person session, consultants will teach you an evidence-informed sleep and settling model of care.

Topics covered will include:

• Age specific development
• Normal sleep patterns
• Ways to deal with sleep difficulties
• Information about your wellbeing.

There will be time at the end of the session for you to ask questions about your specific situation.

In addition to the sessions, we are proud to provide an outreach service for interested parents. Speak to our Sleep and Settling Specialist at the end of the session for more information.

Only parents who attend Manningham Maternal and Child Health service are eligible for this service.

Sessions are also available for older babies and toddlers. 

Events Partners

Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.

Ever wanted to experience the catharsis of writing your personal story?

Jacqui Swallow (author of ‘The Bipolar Runner’) will share her experiences and insights in a one-hour workshop. 

Learn the importance of vulnerability, individuality and authenticity in creating connections between author and reader.

This special session is held in recognition of World Mental Health Day, promoting the power of storytelling for healing and awareness.

Join us for a relaxing start to the day, with seated stretching, breathing, and relaxing, to loosen off tight muscles. 

If you often get out of bed feeling stiff and sore, then this is the class for you! Just bring along a chair and be wearing something comfortable.

This class is aimed at anyone who wants to improve their flexibility and feel good about themselves. It includes time to chat with Carol before and after class if you want to talk about your personal fitness goals and how Third Age Fitness can help you. 

Meet at Mullum Mullum Stadium reception for a relaxed social walk along the scenic Mullum Mullum Trail with Active Manningham. 

This 30 minutes to 1-hour walk is a great way to connect with others and enjoy the outdoors. After the walk, enjoy a free coffee and chat.

If the weather isn't suitable, an indoor alternative will be offered.

Do you use your smartphone to make voice calls and not much more? 

Whether you're travelling or you've got loved ones in far off places, new technology can help you connect from afar! 

Find out how to make video calls, send messages and more.     

Thoughtful garden design can lower indoor and outdoor temperatures while creating a more comfortable and resilient home.

Our city is getting hotter, with more days of extreme heat. Learn how to stay comfortable and safe – without racking up a huge power bill – by sheltering your home with trees and vines.

We’ll explore:

• sun angles throughout the year
• how to conduct a basic site analysis at home
• how to select shade trees, vines and wind breaks
• plant positions for summer shade while letting the winter sun shine through for free heating in the cooler months
• practical solutions for renters.

Our presenter:
Kat Lavers is the gardener and designer behind The Plummery, a 1/14th acre urban permaculture system in Melbourne's north that produces almost all the vegetables, herbs, fruit and eggs consumed by the household! She’s realised that with good design, growing lots of food is possible even with limited time, space and resources.

Registrations are essential.

Power up a cleaner future

This event is part of our Electrify Your Life program, which supports residents to go all-electric at home, creating a brighter Manningham. Learn how to make the switch at Electrify Your Life.

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An opportunity for women and girls to experience flying a remote controlled airplane with guidance from skilled and friendly trainers.

This activity has all the aspects of STEM, engineering, construction skills, aviation principles and hands on experience. 

This event is suitable for women and girls of all ages. No previous experience required.

Participants are encouraged to bring their parents, family and friends with them. Stay for as little or as long as you like!

What to wear: sunglasses, hat and sunscreen.

What to bring: nothing, everything you need to participate will be provided by the club.

Parking is available at the club and adjacent to the club's flying field.

Registration is required via email at events@dac.org.au.

Come down and try Hockey!

Women and girls Hocket program will run from October to November.

Sessions will include 10 minutes of coaching and skill development at the beginning, followed by half pitch fun social matches.

For ages 14 plus years, adult women and mums! This is a great chance for Mums to play with their daughters - whether the Mum is new, or daughter is new, or both are new!

Beginners are welcome. New players can borrow a stick and shin pads.

Mouthguards are required which can be purchased from a pharmacy or chemist.

Participate in the full 8 week program for $100 or $15 per session.  

Come and try cricket at the Warrandyte Cricket Club.

Warrandyte Cricket Cricket Club will be hosting fun and interactive games for Manningham Girls Can to showcase what cricket is. Come down and give it a go!

Suitable for women and girls of all ages and abilities. No prior cricket experience needed.

What do I wear? comfortable clothes that allow you to move around freely and runners for footwear.

What should I bring? water bottle and a hat

Bulleen Cricket Club is excited to host a Women’s Come and Try Evening, inviting female cricketers aged 12 and older, of all abilities and experience levels, to get involved in our welcoming and supportive community. 

The session will be a fun and relaxed introduction to cricket, offering participants the chance to learn new skills, meet new people, and experience the enjoyment of being part of a team.

Qualified coaches and current players will run engaging activities designed for beginners as well as those with some cricket experience. All equipment will be provided, and participants simply need to bring their enthusiasm. The evening is a fantastic opportunity for women and girls to connect, stay active, and see what community cricket at Bulleen is all about.

We encourage anyone interested in trying cricket, returning to the game, or simply seeking a new way to get active and meet people to come along. Everyone is welcome, and no prior experience is necessary.

Do you need support to help your toddler learn to sleep? Come along to one of our free information sessions.

Through the Maternal and Child Health Sleep and Settling initiative, we are providing support for parents experiencing sleep and settling concerns with their young children.

During this online session, consultants will teach you an evidence-informed sleep and settling model of care.

Topics covered will include:

• Age specific development
• Normal sleep patterns
• Ways to deal with sleep difficulties
• Information about your wellbeing.

There will be time at the end of the session for you to ask questions about your specific situation.

In addition to the sessions, we are proud to provide an outreach service for interested parents. Speak to our Sleep and Settling Specialist at the end of the session for more information.

This session is designed specifically for parents of toddlers aged between 18 and 24 months.

Sessions are also available for newborns and older babies. 

Events Partners

Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.

Do you need support to help your baby learn to sleep? Come along to one of our free information sessions.

Through the Maternal and Child Health Sleep and Settling initiative, we are providing support for parents experiencing sleep and settling concerns with their young children.

During this online session, consultants will teach you an evidence-informed sleep and settling model of care.

Topics covered will include:

• Age specific development
• Normal sleep patterns
• Ways to deal with sleep difficulties
• Information about your wellbeing.

There will be time at the end of the session for you to ask questions about your specific situation.

In addition to the sessions, we are proud to provide an outreach service for interested parents. Speak to our Sleep and Settling Specialist at the end of the session for more information.

This session is designed specifically for parents of older babies aged between 6 and 8 months.

Sessions are also available for newborn babies and toddlers. 

Please note: these sessions are only open to Manningham registered clients.

Events Partners

Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.