We’re inviting workplaces across Manningham to join in the fun and take part in Biketober for the month of October! 

The aim of this workplace-based bike competition is to get more people riding bikes for work or play! 

The goal isn’t to ride the most kilometres, but to encourage the most staff to ride bikes throughout the month of October. 

Best of all – there are daily prizes up for grabs!

Discover the benefits of Biketober   

Riding or any form of active travel can help increase alertness, reduce stress and increase energy. 

This can benefit your organisation by boosting productivity and creating a healthier, happier employees. 

Other benefits includes lower parking and petrol costs. 

How to participate   

Complete the expression of interest (EOI) form. After you submit the EOI, a member of our Recreation and Leisure team will contact you to discuss your program. 

You’re invited to share your ideas and priorities for our community’s future by making an ‘Individual submission’ to the Manningham Community Panel.

Make an individual submission.

Your input will be considered by the Panel as they deliberate and prepare recommendations for Council’s major strategic plans.

What will the panel deliberate on?

Council endorsed the following remit for the Manningham Community Panel at its 25 June 2024 meeting.

Council has a budget of $147m, but we can’t do everything and need to make hard choices. We need to know what services you value most to help us create a new Council Plan, Asset Plan and Financial Plan to guide Council activity for the next four years to align with the Community Vision. It will inform what the community pays and gets in return.

What range and level of services are you prepared to pay for?

Submit your ideas about what the panel should consider as they work together to answer this question.

This consultation closes Thursday 19 September at 11.59pm.

Community will also be welcome to observe the deliberative process at several open Panel sessions – more information will be available on the Your Say Manningham page shortly.

We’re currently seeking community input on our proposed upgrade of Larnoo Playground to improve facilities for the community. 

We have created a concept plan and are inviting community members to share their thoughts via Your Say Manningham by Friday 20 December 2024.

The proposed upgrade will include new play equipment, new park furniture, new shade sail, and new tree and garden bed planting.

This project is part of our Parks Improvement Program and will be delivered under our 2024/25 open space capital works program.

Share your thoughts on our concept design and help us create a more safe, fun and inclusive playground at Wombat Bend, Templestowe Lower. 

The proposed upgrade includes:

• a diverse range of play equipment suitable for all ages and abilities
• a dedicated swing zone with five different seat types
• a larger water play area
• a sand play zone with raised tables and a digger
• a refurbished maze zone
• improved access paths for better connectivity and movement
• upgraded amenities, including new seating, picnic areas, drinking fountains, shelters, and BBQs
• enhanced shade and expanded grassed areas
• a new fitness station.

The concept design has been shaped by community feedback gathered during our December 2024 consultation.

How to have your say

Complete our survey by Monday, 2 June 2025.

You can also join our onsite consultation at Wombat Bend Playground on Sunday 18 May, 10.30am to 12.00pm. 

Your feedback will help shape the final design of the playground.

We have installed mini recycling stations at some locations around Manningham to make it easier to recycle common household items that you cannot put into your bins.

When these items - like small e-waste, batteries, globes and ink cartridges - reach the end of their life they can be harmful to the environment if they are sent to landfill. Our processor is able to recycle between 93 and 98 per cent of these products.

On this page:

• What can be recycled at these stations?

• How to place items inside the slot?

• Where are they located?

• How are the items recycled?

Place items loosely into their relevant slot during opening hours of their locations. 

We’re reviewing our Road Management Plan to ensure local roads remain well-maintained, safe and functional for everyone.

Manningham’s Road Management Plan (RMP) sets our responsibilities, standards and procedures for managing our road network, which consists of more than 680 kilometres of local roads. 

The plan doesn’t include the management of road safety issues or the maintenance of trees, vegetation, nature strips or private assets, such as vehicle crossings.

Proposed changes to the Road Management Plan

As part of our review, we’re proposing some updates to the RMP, including clear, concise language and a streamlined format, consistent with the latest industry-standard template from the Municipal Association of Victoria. 

These changes aim to make it easier for you to understand our road maintenance standards and what you can expect from our services. 

Our Mayor, Councillor Deirdre Diamante said community feedback will help ensure the revised plan responds to emerging needs and priorities. 

“Maintaining our roads and footpaths is one of Council’s most important services – helping keep our community safe and connected,” Cr Diamante said.

“I encourage all residents to share their feedback to help us create a plan that will deliver outcomes that matter most to our residents,” she said.

Have your say

You can review the revised Road Management Plan online, or in person at the Manningham Civic Centre at 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Have your say before 5.00pm on Thursday 17 April 2025, through:

• an online form at Your Say Manningham. 
• mail submission addressed to Manningham Council, Andrea Szymanski, Manager Infrastructure and Sustainable Operations, PO Box 1, Doncaster 3108 
• email at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.

All submissions will be considered before the revised RMP is presented to Council for adoption.

For more information, go to Your Say Manningham.
 

We’re developing a Nature Plan to help protect and enhance our environment over the next 15 years. 

The Plan will set a strategic direction for the future of our biodiversity and tree canopy assets, while also responding to challenges such as urbanisation, habitat loss and biodiversity decline.

It will also look to enhance Manningham’s bushland areas, landscape scale habitat connections, tree canopy, and provide recommendations to allow our natural environment to thrive and communities to live in a cooler, greener environment. 

Make your voice heard 

We want to hear your thoughts on:

• What our top priorities should be in protecting and enhancing our environment?  
• What practical solutions can help address these challenges?
• What type of Council support would be most helpful to you and the community? 

Share your ideas by:

• Completing our online survey
• Registering your interest in a workshop 

To get involved, visit yoursay.manningham.vic.gov.au/nature-plan.
 

Australia Post has informed us that their distribution of this issue will not reach all households in the Warrandyte and Park Orchards areas.

Manningham Matters is distributed via Australia Post's Unaddressed Mail Service, which can take up to a week to reach all households in Manningham.

If your copy of Manningham Matters hasn't arrived by Wednesday 11 June, please email us at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au and we can send you a copy.

You can also read this month's edition online.  

Pick up a copy of our 2025 Community Calendar from the Manningham Civic Centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster, while stocks last. 

Unable to pick up a copy? 

We're committed to being a financially and environmentally sustainable council. 

We will only be mailing calendars to those experiencing circumstances that prevent them from travelling to a pick up location.

If you are unable to collect a copy, contact us.

We know that navigating large Council websites can be difficult, and sometimes it's hard to find what you need.

Help us make it easier for you

Answer a quick four question survey about your experience with our website. You don't need to provide any personal information to give feedback. 

If you would like to participate further, you can leave your details and we will contact you with additional opportunities to get involved.

The feedback form will be open until Sunday 15 June 2025.

Give feedback now

Are there other ways to get involved?

Yes. If you don't want to complete the feedback form but would like to participate in upcoming user research sessions, register your contact details below.

Are you a local creative artist with a passion for captivating audiences and bringing people together? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

This summer, we’ll be showcasing the unique talents of our community’s artists at our local activity centres.

We’re inviting experienced and emerging artists to apply, working across various mediums, practices and methodologies. These may include: 

• Musician singer 
• Acoustic 
• Classical
• Emerging or retired artist
• Visual artist
• Street performer
• Electronic performance
• Chalk artist
• Sculpture interdisciplinary artist
• Socially engaged practice and more.

Selected artists will receive a financial contribution for a minimum three hours of entertainment. 

Ready to apply?  

Complete the expression of interest form. 

Apply now

We are currently seeking community feedback on a proposed upgrade of the northern oval at Warrandyte Reserve to improve facilities for the community, as well as for dogs and their owners. 

We are inviting community members to share their thoughts about the proposal via Your Say Manningham closing on Monday 12 August. 

Manningham Mayor, Councillor Carli Lange, said Warrandyte Reserve is a hub for the local community in Warrandyte and popular with dog owners.

“Warrandyte Reserve is enjoyed by many local sports and recreation groups, residents, dogs and their owners.” Cr Lange said.

The proposed upgrades include:

• improvements to the path network between both ovals
• a new shelter at the northern oval with seating and storage facility built in
• a new drinking fountain with dog tap and bowl
• improved fencing to allow easier access into the ovals
• improved drainage and ground condition of the northern oval for better year-round use.

“We're proposing some dog-friendly improvements within the reserve and want to hear your feedback on the concept plan by 12 August,” Cr Lange said.

The proposed improvements at Warrandyte Reserve are supported by the Victorian Government’s New and Upgraded Dog Parks Program. 

From aspiring gardeners to seasoned growers, there’s a session for everyone at this year’s Home Harvest. 

About Home Harvest

Our monthly gardening program, Home Harvest, teaches you how to grow delicious and nutritious food at home. 

From discovering how to choose the right crops to diving deeper into growing Asian vegetables, there’s a diverse array of topics on offer. 

Your new skills will lead to homegrown produce – and can even boost your physical and mental health. 

It’s also a simple, enjoyable and empowering action you can take against climate change.

Our 2025 program

Sessions run on a Wednesday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, with a food swap commencing at 6.15pm. 

Everyone with an interest in gardening is welcome. No experience necessary.