Parkview Reserve is located on the corner of Ayr Street and Parkview Place, at the south end of the Ayr/ Outhwaite local shopping centre. The reserve has a path, seat, signage and some trees.
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
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 | $25 per hour | $30 per hour |
| Donvale room | $25 per hour | $30 per hour |
| Donvale and Warrandyte rooms | $30 per hour | $35 per hour |
| Studio 4 | $25 per hour | $31 per hour |
| Studio 5 | $19 per hour | $25 per hour |
| Studio 4 and Studio 5 | $30 per hour | $35 per hour |
| Studio 6 (dance) | $32 per hour | $58 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.
We support families with children aged from birth to school age. Our specialist staff will guide you through your early parenting years to provide free support for your child’s development, growth, nutrition and general wellbeing.
Learn more about Maternal and Child Health Services.
The MCH line is a 24 hour, 7 day telephone service supporting all Victoria Families with children from birth to school. Families can speak to a Maternal and Child Health nurse for advice and support on 132 229.
INFANT is an evidence-based initiative led by our local Manningham Maternal and child Health team and Access Health and Community. It includes four interactive sessions at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months of age. INFANT sessions cover topics such as introducing solids, food refusal and fussy eating, tummy time, active play ideas and the role that parent wellbeing plays in your baby’s life.
Immunisation
The immunisation team provide immunisations for babies, children and adults to keep our community safe and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Kindergarten
Manningham Council does not manage a central enrolment service. To enrol your child, contact the enrolment officer at the kindergarten or childcare centre of your choice .
Visit Manningham Maps to find a local Kindergartens near you.
Useful Resources
Find support, groups and tips for you and your baby's health and development.
Early Parenting Centres
Early parenting centres provide additional specialist support for families with children up to 4 years old.
Safe sleep spaces
The latest evidence-based advice from Red Nose on how keep your baby safe and reduce the risk of sudden infant death.
The term ‘heart attack’ is frequently used in the media, but do you actually know what it means, how it might affect you and what you can do to avoid it?
Heart disease is by far the most common cause of death in Australian adults.
This 2-hour session will explain in simple terms exactly what ‘heart disease’ and ‘heart attack’ mean and how and why they occur. You'll also learn what the main risk factors are and how best to minimize your risk.
There is parking available onsite and regular public transport by bus adjacent at The Pines Shopping Centre.
Congratulations on choosing Manningham as your new home.
Manningham prides itself on providing high quality services and a range of lifestyle needs for residents of all ages.
Manningham is located just a short distance from the Melbourne CBD yet you can enjoy a sense of being 'out of the city' thanks to our abundance of green open spaces, scenic outlooks to the ranges, and tranquil walks along our waterways.
It is this unique balance of city and country that makes Manningham such a special place to live.
Welcome to Manningham
We are proud to deliver over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. Here are a few to get you started.
Discover our area, history, and demographics
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.
Discover your neighbourhood using our maps
Use our maps to search Manningham, property addresses, wards, healthcare centres and other places of interest.
Find local places and spaces
Explore our local arts, crafts, fashion, food and drink and other recreational activities.
Preparing for emergencies
We are at risk of bushfires, flood and storms and work closely with authorities to plan for and be prepared in an emergency. Keep you and your family safe by being prepared and understanding your risks.
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Need help?
Waste and recycling facilities close to Manningham
View a list of our closest transfer stations (tips) and recycling centres below.
Not sure how to dispose of unwanted items?
Check out our A-Z waste and recycling guide or contact us.
Gentleman Jim Slim, a dapper dude with attitude!
Gentleman Jim Slim is many things, Juggler, Magician, Unicyclist, Clown, Ringmaster, a complete Circus in one body! Is he from the East? Is he from the West? One thing is for certain, he is the Best!
Come and see him perform as he moves around the Tunstall Square Shopping Centre.
This event is part of the Manningham Placemaking Activations.
We put your child’s needs first
Our play based learning values individual children’s needs, strengths and interests. We've a flexible and fun approach to learning. Our curriculum includes planned experiences and opportunities for unplanned learning.
Using emergent curriculum, we focus on children’s unique interests and abilities to help them develop. We have 3 rooms grouped according to age.
| Age | Description | No. of places |
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| 0 to 2 years old | In our 0 to 2 age group, we plan experiences and routines for engagement and learning. We give varied learning experiences which help children to connect to their environment and people. For all young children, a sense of security and attachment is important. We have a specific focus on helping children feel safe and be confident in a new environment. | 8 places each day. |
| 2 to 3 years old | In our 2 to 3 age group we extend children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Children get to work in small groups and develop their sharing and cooperation skills. We encourage some independent skills, but it’s balanced with being mindful of the wider community. | 8 places each day. |
| 3 to 5 years old | In our 3 to 5 year age group is full of exploration and engagement. We encourage self-selection of learning materials that follow individual interests, while also practising intentional teaching. We work with children on projects, extending their ideas and understanding of the world. | 22 places each day. |
Our approach to behaviour guidance
Using a positive approach to behaviour guidance, we focus on understanding everyone’s rights. This helps us be inclusive while making sure everyone feels safe.
We initiate discussion and will respond to any of your concerns. We’ll work with you to develop a behaviour guidance plan if necessary. It’ll outline strategies that we can implement in the centre, and at home to guide behaviour.
Our educators invest in your child
Our qualified educators invest time and energy getting to know each child. They also communicate with you, so we can work towards shared goals.
We also have extra educators who cover:
- planning
- professional development training
- leave.
Our educator to children ratio will always meet the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care.
Join our Early Years waiting list
Interested in enrolling your child? Apply now to be added to our waitlist at MC Square.
Apply now
Related pages
Meeting Date: 25 August 2015
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
View and download the full Council Agenda below. A clearer version of the Attachments can be viewed separately by clicking on the item below.
- Council Meeting Minutes - 25 August 2015 - ABRIDGEDpdf710.79 KBUPDATED: 23 December 2022download
- Templestowe Village Special Charge Scheme - Attachments - PEpdf1.57 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- 2014-2015 Capital Works Program End of June Status Report and 4.3.1pdf337.5 KBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Manningham Reconciliation Action Plan Attachments - CPpdf503.91 KBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
The Jackson Court Traders Association has seen the launch of its first initiative – a welcoming new sign at Jackson Court Shopping Centre.
Formed just over a year ago, the Jackson Court Traders Association advocates for its businesses, collaborates with Council, pursues funding opportunities and creates initiatives to promote the popular activity centre.
Jackson Court has more than 90 businesses, making it one of Manningham’s busiest and most vibrant centres.
The new sign on Doncaster Road is designed to showcase the mix of local businesses and advertise the centre.
Manningham Council supports activity centres with infrastructure upgrades, business support and planning. At Jackson Court, we've helped establish the traders’ association with registration, governance, communication and business development support.
President of the Jackson Court Traders Association, Con Valsamis said the sign brings a new look and increased advertising space for businesses at the centre.
"As a group, we have so many ideas on ways to continue improving this important shopping district. This new signage is a big step towards us achieving these goals,” Mr Valsamis said.
“A big thank you to my fellow committee members for their passion and dedication and to Manningham Council for their support in setting up our traders association.”
“We want to bring this area to life and really show people what we at Jackson Court have to offer,” Mr Valsamis added.
You can follow Jackson Court Traders Association on Instagram @jacksoncourt.doncaster.
Download the Jackson Court Traders Association Strategic plan.
Adjacent to the Tullamore Estate, this large reserve is highly accessible with shared paths and connections from surrounding streets. It features a playground, plaza for skating and basketball as well as open space, a circuit path and seating.
Places and spaces
- Shared paths and footpath connections to improve access for all abilities, including a circuit path for walkers and riders
- Seats and picnic tables for resting and socialising in the reserve, including a lookout seating area
- Landscaping including rocks and timber logs for climbing, balancing and nature play opportunities
- Additional tree planting
- Climbing net, play unit, cubby, slides, swings and a gyro swing
- Plaza for skateboards, bikes, scooters and basketball
- Soccer goals and cricket pitch
- Lighting, drinking fountain, signs, sculptures and bike hoops
Getting There
On foot
Lawford Reserve Playground has many entrances and can be accessed via
- Lawford Street
- Goulburn Place
- Rathmullen Quadrant
- Bayley Grove
- Arnold Grove
- Stables Circuit and Furlong Lane
By bike
Bike parking available at the Lawford Street entrance to the reserve.
By bus
Westfield Doncaster bus stop: Routes 207, 279, 280, 281, 282, 293, 295, 304, 305, 902 and 903.
Carawatha Rd or Beaconsfield St bus stop: Routes 207, 280, 282 and 907.
By car
Limited on street parking is available.
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
Manningham’s Resource Hub has been created to support our sport and recreation clubs both on and off the field. The hub provides key information, links, resources and updates on important topics related to sport club operations and participation.
Find resources on:
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Game Plan is a free online platform that allows sporting clubs of all sizes to get insights into their current capability in key areas of club administration, then supports ongoing club development with a suite of tools.
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Club Help has been developed as a "one stop shop" for resources for local sporting clubs to support them in running a successful club.
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The Good Sports program supports and inspires community sporting clubs to set up a better environment for players, volunteers, supporters and officials, helping tackle tricky topics such as alcohol, drugs, smoking, mental health and safe transport.
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Vicsport's aim is to get as many people in Victoria engaging in sport and physical activity as possible. They are the peak body for sport and active recreation in the state and work closely with the Victorian Government to promote the many benefits sport has to offer.
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Play by the Rules (PBTR) support volunteers, administrators, coaches, officials, and parents to address issues of fair play and respect in community sport. PBTR is an independent platform focused solely on community sport by providing practical, peer-informed tools and resources.
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Sport Integrity Australia is the national body dedicated to protecting the integrity of sport in Australia. It works to ensure that sport is safe, fair, and free from abuse, doping, match-fixing, and discrimination.
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The Love the Game Sporting Club Program aims to reduce the exposure of young people to sports betting promotions and to counter the normalisation of betting on sport.
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A new free and interactive way to understand and comply with the 11 Victorian Child Safe Standards
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Victoria's Child Safe Standards were put in place in 2016 to protect children and young people from harm and abuse.
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Providing safe sporting environments for children and young people in Victoria is not optional, it is required by law under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.
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The eSafety Commissioner (eSafety) is the Australian Government’s independent online safety regulator. Their purpose is to help safeguard Australians at risk of online harms and to promote safer, more positive online experiences.
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Celebrating and supporting everyday women to get active in ways that suit them — featuring a range of physical activity events designed to welcome beginners and those curious to try something new.
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The Office for Women in Sport and Recreation (OWSR) is the first dedicated office designed to improve gender equality in sport and recreation in Australia. Their goal is to increase the number of women and girls participating in sport and active recreation, from grassroots through to senior
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A toolkit to help sporting clubs and active recreation settings to take positive action towards gender equity and achieving fair access and usage of community infrastructure for all genders.
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DSR's vision is to create a Victoria where all people with disability can choose and access any sport or active recreation activity they want to engage with.
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Australia’s only dedicated referral and connection service for people with a disability to sports and recreational opportunities in Victoria. AAA Play work with the enquirer to identify what activity they wish to be involved in, what their disabilities are, and where they are located.
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A national not-for-profit sporting inclusion program specifically designed to assist sporting organisations at all levels with the inclusion of employees, athletes, volunteers and spectators with diverse genders and sexualities.
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Championing inclusivity in sports. Sports Clubs can learn how to ensure inclusivity for every member, while Individuals can find opportunities to participate and connect.
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In partnership with Proud 2 Play, Vicsport has created the Rainbow Roadmap to assist sport organisations in achieving rainbow ready status.
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In partnership with Access Health and Community, City of Boroondara, Manningham Council, Whitehorse City Council and Leisure Networks we deliver the Inclusive Clubs project. The project includes an online webinar and two free 2-hour workshops with the completion of an inclusion assessment and action
Strategic Planning
Action planning
Creating a team
Unlocking the power of strategic planning
The Who, What, When and how of consultation
Turning Club goals into success
Financial Management 101
Financial sustainability
Show us the money
Governance 101
Tailored Governance
Safeguarding at Grassroots
Your Club's Framework (Legalities)
Volunteer Management
Being your best
Leadership on and off the field
Turf management 101
Emergency Preparedness
Are you looking for?
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All maintenance requests that are deemed a Council responsibility are to be reported via Council’s online request tool.
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View the availability of Manningham’s sports grounds on our public calendar.
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Council’s Recreation Capital Works Funding Program provides funding towards sporting facility infrastructure developments.
- Melbourne East Region Sport and Recreation Fair Access Policypdf165.31 KBUPDATED: 16 May 2024download
- Outdoor Sports Infrastructure and Allocations Policypdf585.17 KBUPDATED: 3 September 2024download
- Outdoor Advertising on Council Owned and Managed Property Policypdf255.84 KBUPDATED: 24 June 2022download
Need help? Contact us.
Native bees and butterflies are great pollinators and beautiful additions to any garden. There are many things you can do to attract them for a visit – and to even reside in your garden.
This workshop will introduce you to the wonderful world of native bees and butterflies, their role in nature as pollinators and as an important player in the food web. This is all in addition to the splash of colour, movement and beauty they bring to a garden.
Topics covered:
- Introduction to native bees
- Different types of bees: native, introduced, social and solitary
- Pollination services
- Habitat needs of native bees
- The world of bee hotels
- Introduction to butterflies
- Lifecycle of butterflies and pollinators
- Impacts of chemical use in the garden
- How to attract more butterflies to your garden
This series of workshops by Sustainable Gardening Australia aims to give you the skills and knowledge to plan and build a wildlife friendly garden at home. All seminars are at Currawong Bush Park Conference Centre, Reynolds Road Doncaster East. Supper is at 6:45pm and the seminar begins at 7:00pm sharp.
Katrina Gully is located on the Koonung Creek Linear Park and is popular for dog walking and enjoying the panorama. The park is in the catchment of Birralee Primary School and Applewood Retirement Village.
Katrina Gully playground is perfect for the family with a shaded picnic area and playspace. This includes traditional play equipment as well as a nature play area. There also is an outdoor fitness hub and a basketball area with seating and drinking fountain provided.
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
Decorate a boomerang shaped cookie in traditional colours.
No bookings required. Limit to 200 per day
Manningham Community Transport Service
Manningham Community Transport Service is now operated by EV Community Transport.
To contact EV Community Transport, phone 9870 7822 (press 3 for Manningham clients) or email customerservice@ev.org.au.
- Make bookings or changes for regular Manningham trips.
- Find out about individual supported transport services such as medical, health or social appointments.
- Find out about group outings.
For more information please visit the EVCT website
Eligibility and cost
People aged over 65 years (over 50 years for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
To be eligible, you will need to be:
- a resident of Manningham
- over 65 years of age
- be assessed as transport disadvantaged
- independent with mobility (we can transport some mobility aids and wheelchairs)
How much does it cost?
The cost per round trip for eligible residents is currently $7.20 (for existing regular trips in Manningham). Costs for other services will be provided upon booking.
Need help?
Call us on 9840 9230 or Contact us in a way that you prefer.
Find permits, services and guides relating to parking, roads and footpaths
Report an issue with a tree on public land
You can report a tree or tree branch that is obstructing the road, footpath or is in danger of falling or causing damage.
Apply for works, drainage and stormwater connection permit
You will need a Works and Drainage Permit (WDP) to undertake works that impact Manningham’s assets.
Report a blocked or damaged street drain
We are responsible for an extensive network of underground drains that prevent storm-water run-off from impacting property, footpaths and roads.
Drainage projects design and construction
Find out how we're improving drainage and flood mitigation.
Footpath maintenance and construction
Find out about new path projects in Manningham including footpaths, shared paths and shared trails.
Street sweeping
We are responsible for maintaining 608km of local roads within Manningham. Find out more about our street sweeping program.
Can't find what you're looking for?
A colourful playground, providing play opportunities for a variety of age groups.
A double swing, fireman's pole and whirley-gig will keep the older kids entertained, while the younger ones tackle the naughts and crosses and play shops at the shop window. There is also a picnic table.
Suitable age group: 1 to 7 years.
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
Transform a beanie into your own masterpiece with stickers, gems and all things bling!
No bookings required. Limit to 200 per day
Join tennis champion and Australian Open broadcaster, Jelena Dokic as the keynote speaker at Doncare's International Women's Day charity luncheon.
Enjoy sparkling and canapes on arrival plus a two-course meal and wine at the stunning Bramleigh Estate.
All funds raised support Doncare Community Services. Doncare has been serving the Manningham community since 1969. By attending this event, you will be supporting woman and children recovering from family violence, and helping families to access financial and material aid and counselling services in Manningham.
The event is proudly supported by our sponsors - Bramleigh Estate, Bendigo Banks, Doncaster East and Templestowe Village Community Bank Branches, CoreDNA, LogIn Systems, Luxury Escapes and the Australian Wine Tour Company.

