Are you a mum who loves watching your daughter play basketball, while cheering from the sidelines?  Why not have a go yourself. 

Bulleen Boomers are hosting a mother/daughter session, where mothers and daughters come together to train and play.

Girls love to share the court with their mums, showcasing their skills and teaching their mums a thing or two. Come on down to have a run together.

Come and join Kate Stacker (300 game WNBL star), who will be running the session with our incredible support coaches from other programs at Bulleen Boomers.

This will be an all-female event with coaches, mums, daughters, aunties, or any special other female in your life, all suiting up for a fun filled session of basketball. 

Females of all ages and abilities welcome.

What to wear: Basketball uniform or clothes you can move freely in and supportive sports shoes.

What to bring: A clearly named basketball (optional) and water bottle (optional).

Registrations are required.
 

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 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 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 Manningham parents of newborn babies aged between birth and 3 months.

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.

Create your garden to become an inviting space for our local native fauna to thrive in.

In this workshop, learn how to become a ‘Champion for Wildlife’ by incorporating food sources, water, shelter and nesting places in your garden for wildlife.

Presenter: Charlotte Harrison from Sustainable Gardening Australia.

Supper is at 6.45pm, the seminar begins at 7.00pm sharp.

Registration is essential. 

This is the first of a four-part series on Gardening for Biodiversity. The series of workshops is run by Sustainable Gardening Australia and provides tips and tricks to garden for wildlife and support biodiversity in your local area. 

Skate Park Leagues (SPL) is coming to Warrandyte! Locals will battle it out in the skate, scoot and BMX competitions to decide the winner. 

Athletes can compete to be crowned the winner of not only Warrandyte, but also the Victorian Melbourne Metro. Points from each round accumulate throughout the year to decide the best of 2023.

Entry is free and people of all ages and abilities can have a go.

Those still finding their feet get the opportunity to have a go, improve skills and confidence and interact with the pros.

Prizes will be raffled off between competitors so everyone has a chance at taking something home.

Event schedule:

• Scoot - 11.00am
• BMX - 12.30pm
• Skate - 1.30pm

SPL competitions give the community the opportunity to come together, watch and support the talent, get involved and cheer on their own.

The Warrandyte round of SPL has been brought to life through a partnership between Manningham Council, The Y, Victorian Skateboarding Association (VSA), AusCycling and Skate Australia.  

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.

These sessions provide women exclusive access to Aquarena 's facilities, ensuring privacy and cultural sensitivity while promoting physical well-being and community engagement.

These evenings are designed exclusively for women to enjoy access to the pool, along with new additions: a Dance Fusion group fitness class and Open Gym access.

• A vibrant Dance Fusion class from 8:15pm to 9:15pm
• The introduction of a NEW Aqua Aerobics session! 8:30pm to 9:30pm
• Open access to the gym floor from 8.30pm to10.00pm, with female staff on hand for guidance

Access to pools for recreational swimming

All programs are run by female-only staff.

Casual entry is $8.80 for adults and $7.70 for children. The event remains free for members.

During Manningham Girls Can month you can bring a friend for free!

Entry is between 8.15pm and 8.30pm, after which the doors will be locked and set to exit only.

More information at Active Manningham.

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.

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.

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 set up to help residents go all-electric with trustworthy suppliers and quality products. 

The Solar Savers program is expanding again in 2025 to provide greater choice - with more products and multiple suppliers. 

From efficient electric heating/cooling and hot water systems, induction cooktops, solar panels, batteries, EV chargers, insulation, draught proofing and home energy assessments, Solar Savers have done the hard work to find quality suppliers and negotiated competitive pricing.

Through Solar Savers, Manningham residents can access:

• information about eligibility for State and Federal discounts, incentives and interest-free loans
• quality products at competitive prices
• multiple quotes from trusted suppliers
• ongoing advice and support from quoting through to installation
• reliable products, a quality installation, additional safety checks
   

Join us at this in-person session with the Solar Savers team to learn about the exciting new offerings, how it all works and get started improving comfort and energy efficiency at home.

Registration is essential. 

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.

Are you a parent or carer and not sure how to talk to your young person about vaping?

Join a panel of experts as they unpack the known health implications of vaping and what the recent legal reforms will mean for young people.

This online seminar will also cover ways to facilitate conversations, strengthen communication and minimise harm when talking about vaping with the young people in your life.

Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and will be given information about where to go for further help.

This event is a collaboration with Manningham, Monash, Kingston, Boroondara and Yarra Ranges Councils.

Meet the panel members

Sharon Torpey from Drug Education Australia

Sharon Torpey is the Founder and Director of Drug Education Australia, a leading provider of high quality, factual drug education. Sharon is a qualified Physical Education and Health Teacher, with 25 years’ experience connecting with young people and their parents.

Amanda Low from Healthy Communities Coordinator, Prevention Division at Quit

With a background in Public Health and as the Healthy Communities Coordinator at Quit, Amanda Low leads prevention strategies to reduce harm caused by smoking and vaping within communities and settings. 

Want tips on how to be your most stylish self in the most sustainable way? Award-winning eco stylist and educator, Nina Gbor of Eco Styles will share her restyling tips.

Learn how to stylishly (re)use the items in your closet to look and feel amazing with any size and on any budget, while reducing your carbon footprint and textile waste.
Nina will also talk about:

• how to find your personal style
• how to find preloved treasures in op shops and online

About Nina Gbor
As the founder of Eco Styles, Nina Gbor is an award-winning sustainability advocate, ethical fashion speaker, climate activist, writer and educator. 
Nina has a master’s degree in International Development and is a former sustainable fashion tutor in short courses at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. She coined the phrase ‘get off the fashion trendmill’ which means individuality and self-knowledge should be the premise for consuming clothing, not fashion trends.

Follow Nina on Insta @eco.styles for inspiration on secondhand and sustainable style hacks.

Maroondah City Council is hosting this event in collaboration with Knox City Council, Whitehorse City Council, Yarra Ranges Council, and Manningham Council.

Fast Fashion has become one of the greatest waste problems in the past few years, but how can we change our habits when we’re surrounded by it? The simplest way is to buy second hand and take care of what you already own.

Join permaculture and sustainability educator, Anna The Urban Nanna, to learn about simple, effective ways to lower your environmental impact by using basic mending skills to repair clothes and break up with Fast Fashion.

This free hands-on workshop will take you through the most useful basic mending skills, and help you understand how each one can be put to use in modern wardrobes. You will follow step-by-step instructions to learn several methods of mending, including sashiko, boro and patching, and begin working on your own mending patch to take home. Includes a follow-up list of useful resources and links to many videos showing you how to do each type of mend, step-by-step. 

Registration is required and spots are limited.

A fun and inclusive day of activities connecting children with disabilities to local sport and active recreation opportunities.

Variety Activate Inclusion Sports Day (AISD) gives kids the opportunity to try sports they might otherwise miss out on.

Aimed at kids aged 5 to 18 years with learning difficulties, intellectual, sensory and physical disabilities. This is an opportunity to have a go in a fun and inclusive environment. 

The day involves:

• a range of sports to try
• specialised coaching
• adaptive equipment
• showbags
• water and fruit
• local sporting club exhibitors
• access to community services
• opportunities to network

Benefits of attending the day:

• the health benefits of physical activity
• building social wellbeing and friendship
• strengthening balance, coordination and mobility skills
• working as part of a team, collaborating and planning
• increased self-esteem through a sense of achievement

This event is delivered in conjunction with Disability Sports Australia.

Disability Sports Australia aims to get more Australians with a disability more active, more often while working nationally to support sport and active recreation participation. 

Variety the Children's Charity believes all kids deserve a fair go. They provide practical and essential support to kids who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs.

Join local ecologist John Harris as he takes you on a journey through Warrandyte State Park’s Fourth Hill.

John will undertake a bird survey and help you identify birds found in the Warrandyte area. 

Walk rating: 3km moderate walk, includes steep and narrow sections, creek crossing, slippery sections and tripping hazards.

Food and snacks

A light breakfast will be provided at the end of the walk. 

If you have any special dietary requirements, we recommend bringing your own food and snacks. 

What to bring and wear 

Bring a water bottle, wear solid shoes, weather appropriate clothing and bring your own binoculars so you don't miss a thing!

Download the Aussie Bird Count Smartphone Application on Android and Apple before the walk and bring your smartphone on the day.

Where to meet

The meeting place will be at Gold Memorial Drive Picnic Ground. 10 minutes before the walk starts.

Please note: the nature walk could be cancelled due to extreme weather.

This event is part our Manningham Spring Outdoors Series, where we offer a range of fun outdoor activities across Manningham.

You can also check what’s happening across other Councils by visiting the Spring Outdoors website.

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Kevin Heinze Grow’s Spring Celebration is back, and we invite you to join us for a fun family day out in support of our meaningful work.

What to expect:

• activities for all ages - enjoy a gardening workshop, pot decorating, and a scavenger hunt for the kids
• nursery and plant sale, including 9 varieties of heirloom tomato seedlings
• PhotoVoice exhibition - experience participant stories through Megan Dennis’ PhD research 
• self-led tour - learn about our impactful programs and services through the KHG gardens, at your own pace
• exclusive tour of our therapeutic gardens with Patrick Wain, KHG Therapeutic Horticulture Coordinator
• art exhibition - explore beautiful artwork created by our community
• food and refreshments - indulge in delicious treats from our café and cake stall
• raffle and prizes - support our cause and win amazing prizes
• support our mission - donate to help more people with disabilities access the therapeutic benefits of gardening. 

This event is for gardening enthusiasts, families, community members, KHG supporters, Therapeutic Horticulture professionals, and anyone interested in learning more about Kevin Heinze Grow.

Don't miss out. Come and be a part of our vibrant community. We look forward to celebrating spring with you at Kevin Heinze Grow.

As part of the Inspired Living Series and National Recycling Week, Nina Gbor and fellow panel members will discuss sustainable fashion in a circular economy at the Manningham Function Centre.

Nina Gbor:

Nina is a sustainable fashion educator, international speaker, sustainability consultant, and Founder of Eco Styles. Nina is also the Director of the Circular Economy and Waste Program at The Australia Institute and has been featured on the ABC's War on Waste. Nina will talk about her journey into sustainable fashion and discuss the collaborative effort needed to address sustainability challenges in the fashion industry.

Courtney Holm:

Courtney is a circular fashion systems designer, thought leader and entrepreneur. She founded experimental circular fashion label A.BCH in 2017 and built it into a world leading example of what circular fashion could aspire to. In early 2024, she made a strategic decision to step away from making new clothes in order to focus on industry wide solutions. Courtney is the founder and CEO of Circular Sourcing - a climate tech platform turning surplus textile waste into resource. Courtney's expertise is in circular design for clothing, material flows and circular systems design. The heart of her practice is industry transformation for sustainable and equitable futures.

Jenna Flood:

Jenna is a slow fashion advocate whose main focus is helping people understand the issues that surround fast fashion. She advocates for sustainable alternatives such as pre-loved, vintage and clothing made with sustainable practices. Jenna believes in slowing down our clothing consumption by curating capsule wardrobes and buying for long term investments instead of purchasing on a whim or following short trends. She hopes that in the future, more people invest in the sharing economy by renting or borrowing garments instead of owning them.

Inspired Living Series - keynote speaker events

The Inspired Living Series - keynote speaker events showcases five insightful, not-to-be-missed evenings at the iconic Manningham Function Centre.

The series will introduce you to a diverse line-up of local and international keynote speakers offering unique insights on how we can all shift to a greener future.

Topics range from permaculture to sustainable fashion. Each speaker will inspire and motivate simple, positive lifestyle choices, connection to nature and growing a thriving community in the midst dynamic change.

All gardens begin with fabulous soil. 

In this workshop we will take a deep dive into the world of soil and how to care for it. There are many simple ways to improve the soil in your garden and enable a productive and beautiful garden for all to enjoy.

This workshop will introduce you to the science of soil and provide tips and tricks on how to improve soil for a wildlife garden and benefit the environmental.

Bring a sample of your own soil to test pH.

Presenter: Charlotte Harrison from Sustainable Gardening Australia.

Supper is at 6.45pm, the seminar begins at 7.00pm sharp.

Registration is essential.

This is the second seminar of a four-part series on Gardening for Biodiversity. The series of workshops is run by Sustainable Gardening Australia and provides tips and tricks to garden for wildlife and support biodiversity in your local area. 

Seeing small birds visit our gardens is a wonderful experience and there are many ways we can create our gardens to encourage their visits. 

This workshop will share some of the challenges small birds face in the urban environment and what can be done to create a safe and inviting home for them.  A few of the local small bird champions will also be introduced and the session includes tips for providing food, shelter, water and breeding sites to create habitat for birds.

Presenter: Charlotte Harrison from Sustainable Gardening Australia.

Supper is at 6.45pm, the seminar begins at 7.00pm sharp. 

Registration is essential. 

This is the final session of a four-part series on Gardening for Biodiversity. The series of workshops is run by Sustainable Gardening Australia and provides tips and tricks to garden for wildlife and support biodiversity in your local area.