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Electrify Your Life - Low waste induction cooking
… Electrify Your Life - Low waste induction cooking Environment and sustainability By switching to induction cooking, you can …

By switching to induction cooking, you can create a safer home for your family.

Curious about switching to induction cooking? Keen to reduce food waste in your kitchen? Join us for a hands-on cooking workshop, followed by a community meal hosted by Ajani Neighbourhood House.

Our facilitator from Open Table will provide an educational and interactive cooking experience, focusing on innovative yet simple ways to reduce our household food waste. You'll learn more about the benefits of induction cooking and how Solar Savers can make it easy to switch. 

Be inspired to get creative with vegetable scraps, odds and ends and excess seasonal produce!

Workshop content:

  • Induction cooking - how it works, cookware, how to switch
  • Food waste impacts
  • Interactive cooking demonstration and tasting - Veggie Scrap Fritters
  • Hands on activity  - Pantry Clear Out Bliss Balls

The workshop will be followed by a 2-course lunch, including food prepared during the hands on activity.

 

About Open Table

Open Table is a Melbourne based charity with the dual purpose of increasing food security and reducing food waste. They share good food that would otherwise go to waste through regular free community lunches and food relief programs.

 

Please note:

Registrations are essential and places are limited.

  • This workshop is funded by Manningham Council and hosted in partnership with Ajani Neighbourhood House. The event admission fee paid to Ajani covers the cost of the venue, lunch, tea and coffee.
  • This event is aimed at adults and is not suitable for children.
  • Food tasting is involved - you will be required to detail any allergies when registering.
  • Please wear close-toed shoes to the event.

 

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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Council Meeting 15 September 2020
… Council Meeting via Facebook Live  Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, …

Meeting Date: 15 September 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Virtual Council Meeting via Facebook Live 

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings

As part of our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 we have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, Council meetings will be held virtually until further notice.  Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (you can view the livestream on our Facebook page even if you don’t have a Facebook account). The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.

Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:

  • Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. As you cannot be present in the chamber to read your question, you can elect to dial in and ask your question or have your question read out by our CEO. For more information visit the Council Meeting Procedures page.

 

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By bus

Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:

Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe

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Council Meeting 15 December 2020
… Road, Doncaster.            Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. This Council meeting will proceed in the …

Meeting Date: 15 December 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings

As part of our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 we have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. This Council meeting will proceed in the Council Chamber adhering to our COVID-Safe Plan to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19. 

Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (you can view the livestream on our Facebook page even if you don’t have a Facebook account). The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.

Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:

  • Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. As you cannot be present in the chamber to read your question, your question will be read out by our CEO.  Public Question Time form.

Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.

 

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By bus

Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:

Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe

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Council Meeting 20 April 2021
… Policy Amendment to MAV State Council Motion All residents and interested people are welcome to attend. ANDREW DAY Chief Executive Officer Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings We have recently reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at …

Meeting Date: 20 April 2021
Meeting Time: 6.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           

Notice is given that a Council Meeting of the Manningham City Council will be held in the Council Chambers at 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster at 6:00pm on Tuesday, 20 April 2021.  This meeting is called pursuant to Rule 12.1 of the Governance Rules.  The business to be transacted at this Council meeting is:

  • Receipt of Recommendations from the Community Panel
  • Endorsement of the Councillor Gift Policy
  • Amendment to MAV State Council Motion

All residents and interested people are welcome to attend.

ANDREW DAY
Chief Executive Officer

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings

We have recently reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings.  We are pleased to advise that members of the public can now attend Council meetings in person.  Meetings will proceed in the Council Chamber with the appropriate physical distancing requirements to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19.  Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page or our website. The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.

Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:

Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. You will have the opportunity to attend the meeting and read out your question or you can have your question read out by our CEO.  Public Question Time form.

Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.

 

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By bus

Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:

Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe

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Star Gazing Night at Ruffey Lake Park
… Star Gazing Night at Ruffey Lake Park Environment and sustainability Join the Astronomical Society of Victoria …

Join the Astronomical Society of Victoria (ASV) for a stargazing evening at Ruffey Lake Park. 

ASV astronomers will be on hand with telescopes and demonstrations.

Key details

Please bring a torch covered with red cellophane (to keep your night vision), mosquito repellent, snacks and warm clothes. 

Telescopes will be arranged near Mimi's Memorial Tree in Ruffey Lake Park.

Parking will be available at The Boulevard Playground car park.

Please note, this event may be cancelled due to cloud cover (>25% cover) or in the event of a total fire ban or poor weather. Please provide a contact email for an automated update of any event changes.

Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

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Electrify Your Life with Solar Savers - heat pump hot water systems
… Your Life with Solar Savers - heat pump hot water systems Environment and sustainability UPDATE: This event has passed. View the …

UPDATE: This event has passed. View the webinar recording.

By going all-electric and improving the efficiency of your home, you can improve comfort and lower your energy bills.

Solar Savers is a local government initiative that helps residents go electric with trustworthy suppliers and quality products. 

The Solar Savers program is expanding to provide greater choice, with more products and suppliers. 

Join a series of informative webinars during August 2025 to learn about the exciting new offerings. 

Session 2: Heat pump hot water systems

In this presentation, you'll learn about heat pump hot water systems, how they work and the benefits of installing one. You will also hear from Solar Savers' panel of trusted suppliers, who will answer common questions about this energy efficient hot water option.
 

Join us at further sessions throughout August:

Solar, Batteries, and Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers Tuesday 19 August 7:00pm
Split Systems (Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning)Thursday 21 August 12:00pm
Induction CooktopsTuesday 26 August 12:00pm
Insulation and Draught ProofingWednesday 27 August 7:00pm
Home Energy AssessmentsThursday 28 August 7:00pm

 

Electrify Your Life

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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Native animals and insects
… We celebrate all forms of life big and small in our community. Find out how you can help to protect native wildlife and preserve our local environment. Protecting our environment … Native animals and insects …

We celebrate all forms of life big and small in our community. Find out how you can help to protect native wildlife and preserve our local environment.

If you have concerns about the health and safety of native wildlife, please contact Wildlife Victoria emergency response on 8400 7300 or visit the Wildlife Victoria website.

 

Bees

Bees play an important role in pollinating flowering plants. It is estimated that one third of the human food supply depends on insect pollination, most of which is accomplished by bees, especially the domesticated European honey bee.

Use an apiarist if you need to remove bee hives and swarms. The Beekeepers Club Inc. (Melbourne) has a list of local bee removalists (some may charge a call out fee). You can also contact the 'Bee Help Line' on 1902 241 059 for further advice (call costs 2.20 per minute / higher for mobiles).

Removal by a licensed pest control operator should only be considered if the swarm / hive is inaccessible to an apiarist and safety is of concern.

If a swarm or hive is found on Council land or in a neighbouring property, contact us.

 

Birds

Birds are an important part of our local ecosystem. They pollinate our plants and spread seeds across the landscape. Some birds help to keep our insect, rodent and spider populations low, and others fish in our creeks and the Yarra River.

Please don't feed birds, it can result in overabundant populations or dependance on humans.

We can provide habitat for our beautiful birds by planting native flowering plants in our backyards, as well as providing them with a bird bath, so that they can clean their plumage. Nest boxes also help birds to find a place to raise their young, where hollows in trees may be scarce.

We can also protect our birds by ensuring that we keep our domestic pets inside, as often they will hunt and hurt our native wildlife when left outside.

 

Frogs

Manningham is home to a variety of frog species, living in our rivers and creeks, ponds and even in our backyards. With good land management practices and reduction of pollution in our waterways, we can ensure our frog species continue to enjoy Manningham as a vital part of the local ecosystem.

 

Possums

Possums can survive in suburban areas because our streetscapes and gardens are similar to the possum's preferred natural environment.

The best way to keep a possum out of your roof is to secure your roof and provide an alternative home such as a nesting box.

It is illegal to handle or interfere with possums except when they are in your roof or other buildings. Brush tail possums can be trapped in appropriate traps by the householder or a licensed wildlife controller, however it is illegal to trap the Common Ringtail Possum without a permit.

Trapped possums must be released that day on the same property, in their own territory, within 50 metres of the capture site. Breaching any of these regulations carries a penalty of up to $5000.

For more information on possum control, please visit the Department of Energy and Primary Industries.

 

Owls

These carnivores are fantastic for keeping the balance in natural systems and reducing rodent populations. However, these birds are at risk of toxicity and death by commonly available rodent baits.

To find out more about predator friendly choices for managing rats and mice on your property, go to Birdlife Australia.

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Council Meeting 24 November 2020
… Road, Doncaster.            Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings As part of our efforts to contain the … our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. This Council meeting will proceed in the …

Meeting Date: 24 November 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings

As part of our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 we have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. This Council meeting will proceed in the Council Chamber adhering to our COVID-Safe Plan to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19. 

Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (you can view the livestream on our Facebook page even if you don’t have a Facebook account). The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.

Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:

  • Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. As you cannot be present in the chamber to read your question, your question will be read out by our CEO.  Public Question Time form.

Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.

 

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Getting There

By car

Parking available at Manningham Civic Centre

By bus

Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:

Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe

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Breakfast with the Platypus River Walk
… Breakfast with the Platypus River Walk Environment and sustainability Join Melbourne Water Platypus Education …

Join Melbourne Water Platypus Education Officer, Madeline Taylor, and Manningham Waterwatch Coordinator, Nigel Philpot, for an early morning walk along the Birrarung (Yarra River) to spot platypuses and to celebrate Threatened Species Day. 

Along the walk, you'll learn about these unique and vulnerable creatures while in their habitat.

The walk is an easy 2km stroll that's suitable for all ages, including young children. Participants will cross a foot suspension bridge over the Yarra and finish at the Wombat Bend play spaces, making it a fun morning for families.

Details

  • Please arrive by 6.45am.
  • Bring binoculars, solid shoes, weather-appropriate clothing and a water bottle.
  • A light breakfast will be served after the walk. 

Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. 

In the event of extreme weather, this event will be cancelled.

2025 Spring Outdoors Festival

This event is part of Manningham's 2025 Spring Outdoors Festival.

The Spring Outdoors Festival is an opportunity to connect with nature through a broad program of environmental events. Banyule, Manningham and Nillumbik Councils are proud to collaborate again to offer our communities exciting experiences in nature.

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About Riverfest

This event is part of the 2025 Birrarung Riverfest. Celebrate our river at one of 60+ events hosted over three weeks from 6 to 28 September.

Whether you enjoy riverside walks, cleanups, creative workshops or paddling adventures, there's something for everyone at Riverfest.

Riverfest is presented by the Yarra Riverkeeper Association and our partners Burndap Birrarung burndap umarkoo collaboration and Melbourne Water.

Explore the Riverfest program.

About this event

Join Melbourne Water Platypus Education Officer Madeline Taylor and Manningham Waterwatch Coordinator Nigel Philpot for an early morning walk along the Birrarung (Yarra River) at Finns Reserve, a platypus sighting hotspot, to celebrate Threatened Species Day. Learn about these unique and vulnerable creatures in their natural habitat.

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Grow your own cut flowers
… the best location, soil preparation, what to grow when, and tips for getting the best blooms from what you grow. …

Join Sustainable Gardening Australia to learn how to grow your own cut flowers. 

The session covers choosing the best location, soil preparation, what to grow when, and tips for getting the best blooms from what you grow.

 This event is supported by North East Link Program’s North East Community Fund.

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Plants and ecology
… Learn about the most common plants and ecology found in Manningham, and how you can help preserve them. Protecting our environment … Plants and ecology …

Manningham is home to a range of native plants and sites of environmental significance. Learn about the plants and ecology in your local area and how you can help preserve them.

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Tree management

Managing our trees is essential for maintaining the health and wellbeing of our community and surrounding environment. Find out about our street tree planting program, how we manage our trees and how to request a new street tree.

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Apply for assistance to preserve your bushland
… owners with land care education, land stewardship, pest and animal control and ecological improvement works. Tags Protecting our environment … Apply for assistance to preserve your bushland …

Each year we offer a series of land management grants that support the preservation of Manningham’s natural bushland and the productivity of rural land.

These grants are designed to help property owners with:

  • tree planting
  • weed removal
  • pest animal control.
     

Who can apply for a grant

To apply for assistance to preserve your bushland you must live in a designated zone, near a wildlife corridor or waterway, or have previously participated in this program. Read the land management grant criteria below for the full details.
 

How to apply for a grant

If you meet any of these criteria, complete the online form or download an application form.

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Local Environment Assistance Fund (LEAF) 

Depending on where your property is located, you may be eligible for a LEAF grant to match your spending dollar for dollar on approved works, up to a certain limit. 

Grant value and eligibility criteria
LEAF Category Eligibility criteria

Category A

Grants of up to $1000 are available to fund approved works.

Category B

Grants of up to $1000 are available to fund approved works.
  • Private property located in Manningham’s Core Conservation Area with an Environmental Significance Overlay.

Category C

Grants of up to $500 are available to fund approved works.
  • Property owners who have a history of participating in the LEAF program and making a positive contribution to the local environment.
  • Properties within 50 metres of a habitat corridor or waterway will also be considered.

Resourcing Extra Local Environmental Assistance Fund (RELEAF)

RELEAF grants offer extra financial assistance to landholders that have large areas of remnant vegetation and are looking to manage their properties for biodiversity improvement, protection and conservation.

Grant value and application criteria

Successful RELEAF grants recipients will receive two thirds of the total cost to conduct approved works, to a maximum of $4,000 (i.e. maximum rebate of $4,000 possible where total cost is $6,000).

Applications will be assessed on:

  • biodiversity merit
  • the size of the habitat zone, minimum 5,000m2 (0.5ha)
  • the priority of the works
  • the property owners ability to manage a habitat zone into the future, including a voluntary three year action plan agreement
  • property eligibility.

Approved works for LEAF and RELEAF grants

Please see the list below for eligible works and their priority level. Applications will be assessed based on the priority of works.

High priority works

High priority works include: 

  • integrated rabbit control that includes warren destruction
  • integrated environmental weed control
  • integrated pest animal control
  • revegetation to an appropriate standard for:
    • enhancing identified habitat corridors or significant locations
    • enhancing identified strategic ‘gaps’ in corridors or other strategic locations
    • conservation of threatened species
    • preventing and/or rehabilitating soil erosion.
  • fencing of core and buffer habitat, high priority revegetation, or waterways and dams to prevent stock access/grazing
  • other ‘significant’ habitat improvements on a case by case basis including ecological burns
  • wetland enhancement
  • earthworks for erosion control/prevention
  • works for threatened species conservation.
Other works

Other works include:

  • integrated rabbit control including at least two of the following methods:
    • baiting using a licensed contractor
    • harbour reduction and warren collapse.
  • fumigating:
    • ferreting
    • long-netting
    • monitoring.
  • seed collection, propagation, and/or planting of indigenous species
  • pasture management improvements including:
    • integrated weed management
    • contour fencing
    • fencing and revegetation of gullies and building stock crossings
    • manure management including harrowing, collection and composting
    • building of sacrifice yards
    • reseeding with local native grass species
    • management to enhance native pastures.

Pest animal control grants

If your property is not eligible for LEAF or RELEAF, you can still claim funding for fox, rabbit and deer control.

Fox and rabbit control grants

If you are working with a Rabbit Action Group, funding of up to $500 per annum is available on a dollar for dollar basis.

Deer control grants

Each year, eligible residents can access grant support to help with the cost of deer control. The percentage rebate and maximum amount available each financial year will be provided to you on application.  

This grant is available in addition to LEAF and RELEAF grants. The control must be carried out under the Wildlife Act 1975 and the LEAF checklist requirements. 

You can apply online for a deer control grant or download and complete the Land Management Grants application form.

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If you have any questions about the deer control grant, please get in touch with our Environment Team on 9840 9333, or at environment@manningham.vic.gov.au.  

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Sensory Quiet Time at Aquarena
… Sensory Quiet Time at Aquarena Health and fitness Sensory quiet time is a designated period when the pool environment is modified to be more sensory-friendly. Designed to provide a calm and relaxing environment for our patrons.  Sensory quiet time starts …

Sensory quiet time is a designated period when the pool environment is modified to be more sensory-friendly. Designed to provide a calm and relaxing environment for our patrons. 

Sensory quiet time starts Sunday 18 August 2024 and will be running for eight weeks. Between the hours of 2.00pm and 3.00pm our indoor pool will be transformed into a sensory-friendly space.

Patrons need to pay entry to the centre. Adult and concession prices available. See the Active Manningham website for more information.

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Key projects
… to managing our city’s infrastructure efficiently and sustainably. Building a better Manningham We are … to managing our city’s infrastructure efficiently and sustainably to better meet the needs and expectations of our growing community. Our capital works …

Building a better Manningham

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.

A working drawing of the Schramms Cottage Visitor Centre site from above
Schramms Cottage Visitor Centre

We’re building a new community facility at Rieschiecks Reserve. The building will be used by the Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society and other community groups.

Templestowe Route Upgrade

The Templestowe Upgrade is a major project to reconstruct 1.8km of road between Templestowe Road and Williamson Road, including Parker, Swilk, James and Anderson streets. 

Artist's impression of tree lined road with pedestrians walking on footpath
Jumping Creek Road upgrade

This major project will reconstruct the full length of Jumping Creek Road from Ringwood-Warrandyte Road in Ringwood to Homestead Road in Wonga Park

Aquarena Outdoor Redevelopment

We're redeveloping the outdoor space at Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre.

  • Capital Works Program 2024-25
    Capital Works Program 2024-25
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The Green Wedge
… special ‘green wedge’ area for the protection of natural and rural values. Tags Protecting our environment … The Green Wedge …

Most of Manningham’s eastern half (more than 4,000ha, largely east of the Mullum Mullum Creek) is defined as a ‘green wedge’ area to protect natural and rural values.

 

Protecting the Green Wedge

Safeguarding the Green Wedge is vital for maintaining ecological balance, enhancing our quality of life, and promoting sustainable development. 

We are committed to protecting the Green Wedge, as expressed through several policies and protections in our planning scheme.

We have adopted the Green Wedge Infrastructure Design Guide, which aims to ensure sympathetic engineering works in this environmentally sensitive area.

Manningham Green Wedge Infrastructure Design Guide
Manningham Green Wedge Infrastructure Design Guide
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We provide educational programs to our community, including: 

  • seminars
  • field trips
  • walks aimed at protecting native plants and preventing pest related damage.
     
     

Living in the Green Wedge

Residents living in the Green Wedge have different responsibilities to those living in suburban areas. 

If you live in the Green Wedge, download the documents below to understand what is required.

Living with Bushland and Trees - Fact Sheet
Living with Bushland and Trees - Fact Sheet
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Green Wedge - Fact Sheet
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If you live on a property that is within our designated Green Wedge, you may be eligible to apply for assistance to preserve your bushland. 

  • Green Wedge - Action Plan
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  • Manningham Green Wedge Infrastructure Design Guide
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  • Manningham Sites of (Biological) Significance Review 2004
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Protecting our environment
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Zumba Gold at Ajani Neighbourhood House
… Zumba Gold at Ajani Neighbourhood House Health and fitness A fun and energising dance workout tailored for older adults. No … balance, strength, and flexibility in a safe, supportive environment.   Community Centres … Zumba Gold at Ajani …

A fun and energising dance workout tailored for older adults. No dance experience needed — just a smile and a willingness to move! 

This low-impact class helps improve balance, strength, and flexibility in a safe, supportive environment.

 

Parking available onsite
Bus route 905
Thompsons Rd/Sunhill Rd stop

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Andersons Creek Reserve
… This long and narrow strip of unreserved Crown Land follows Andersons … Catchment Area (ACCA), Landcare group, Melbourne Water and Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning. Gold Memorial Road …

This long and narrow strip of unreserved Crown Land follows Andersons Creek south from Warrandyte State Park.

 The land is maintained by Andersons Creek Catchment Area (ACCA), Landcare group, Melbourne Water and Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning. Part of Fourth Hill Biosite 11 in Council’s Healthy Habitats Bushland Management Strategy 2012, this Reserve contains high quality vegetation and provides a significant wildlife corridor from the Yarra River to 100 Acres Reserve.

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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.

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Breakfast with the Birds
… Breakfast with the Birds Environment and sustainability Enjoy a breakfast with the birds morning walk …

Enjoy a breakfast with the birds morning walk with Josh Revell from Wildlife Experiences.

John will be undertaking a bird survey and will guide you to identify birds found in the Warrandyte area.

The walk will be a 2km moderate walk. BYO binoculars.

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Vision board art therapy
… Vision board art therapy Programs and workshops Vision board is a creative group facilitated by skilled art therapists and counsellors. Connect and create with others in a fun, supportive environment. Topics include: inspirational goals personal …

Vision board is a creative group facilitated by skilled art therapists and counsellors.

Connect and create with others in a fun, supportive environment.

Topics include:

  • inspirational goals
  • personal values
  • wellbeing
  • future possibilities.

All materials will be provided.

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Sensory Quiet Time
… Time Sensory Quiet Time is designed to provide a calm and relaxing environment for our patrons. Sensory quiet time starts Sunday … this time, provided they respect the sensory-friendly environment. The cost is regular entry to the centre. …

Sensory Quiet Time is designed to provide a calm and relaxing environment for our patrons. Sensory quiet time starts Sunday 13 July 2025 and will be running every sunday between 3.00pm to 4.00pm transforming our indoor pool into a sensory-friendly space.

During Sensory Quiet Time, we will:

  • Keep the lights dimmed to reduce visual stimuli.
  • Turn off the spa jets to minimise noise and vibration.
  • Refrain from making PA announcements unless there is an emergency.
  • Encourage all patrons to keep noise to a minimum.
     

This initiative aims to support individuals with sensory processing issues, autism, anxiety, dementia, and anyone who prefers a quieter and more tranquil pool experience. All members are welcome to enjoy the pool during this time, provided they respect the sensory-friendly environment.

The cost is regular entry to the centre.

Dementia Action Week
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