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Please note, this workshop will be conducted in Mandarin.
Join Connie Cao, passionate urban permaculture gardener and author of 'Your Asian Veggie Patch', as she shares her top tips on starting your own veggie patch from scratch. This workshop will include an overview of plant needs and different growing methods, as well as a hands-on activity where participants will learn to sow their own seeds to grow at home.
Whether you have a backyard or a balcony garden, you’ll leave with simple, practical tips to start your edible gardening adventure.
请大家一起来参加,由Connie Cao主持的家庭蔬菜园种植讲座。Connie Cao是一位热衷于城市可持续生存的园艺家,也是《Your Asian Veggie Patch / 你的亚洲蔬菜园》一书的作者,Connie Cao 将分享从零开始打造自己菜园的秘诀。本次讲座将包括植物需求概述和种植食物的不同方法,並还有一个动手播种活动,参与者将学习如何播种秧苗并可以带回家自己种植。
本次讲座会让您学到一些简单实用的种植方法,让您可以开始在您的后院里,或者阳台上,种上自己喜欢的蔬菜。
请注意,本次讲座将以普通话进行。
Registration is essential and tickets are limited, so please book in early!
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Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.
Want to be able to garden without spending a fortune? Maria Ciavarella from My Green Garden will show you how to utilise things you already have to garden and save money.
During this seminar you will discover innovative ways to create a sustainable garden without breaking the bank. Maria will share tips and tricks to help you save money while still achieving a beautiful and eco-friendly garden.
This session will cover how to:
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to embrace sustainable practices and save money in the process.
As a special treat, all attendees will participate in a tomato seeding activity with a heritage or heirloom seed variety from the Bulleen Art and Garden range.
The community food, seed and garden swap takes place at 6.45pm, 15 minutes before each session.
Registration is recommended but not required.
This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.
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Starting a new business is both exciting and challenging. Find permits, guides, news and other resources for starting a new business.
Setting up a new business can be complicated. Make sure you've covered the basics.
First up, are you ready to go and know the difference between a hobby and business?
Setting up your business plan is an important first step. Find out more at Business Victoria.
From sole trader to company, there are different reporting and financial requirements for each. Find out what structure is best suited to your business.
An Australian Business Number (ABN) is a unique identification for your business, allowing you to operate in Australia.
Running your business from home can be a perfect way to balance work and family commitments. Or you might be just starting out and wanting to minimise your overheads.
Have a new business idea? Find out when you need a permit and where you can get advice.
We are here to help!
The Economic Development Team is here to support you setting up and growing your business. We are your point of contact for business enquiries and support, permit information, training workshops and events. Stay up to date by signing up to the Manningham Business Newsletter and following our Manningham Business Facebook page.
We've compiled a list of useful websites to help guide you through the essential steps of setting up and running your small business.
Business Victoria provides essential information, training, tools and templates to help you develop the skills you need to start, run or grow a successful business.
Find out about tax regulations for your business with the Australian Tax Office (ATO).
Get a free one-on-one session with an experienced business mentor to help you start or grow your business. Email business@manningham.vic.gov.au to register your interest.
Join the Digital Solutions Program for Government-subsidised one on one mentoring, workshops, and courses for all your digital needs.
Search a comprehensive list of grant and funding opportunities at Grant Guru.
Find out more about running a business with overseas markets at AusTrade.
My Business provides national information, grants, services and support from across government to help your business succeed.
Find out about mental health and business wellbeing support for sole traders, small businesses and employees at Business Victoria.
Having a plan after an emergency can help get your business up and running as soon as possible. Create a plan with the help of Business Victoria's continuity guide.
The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) offer low-cost dispute resolution services, including mediation, and championing the rights of small businesses.
Protect your livelihood and your assets with the right insurance.
Understand more about the community you're doing business in.
There are a range of local associations that encourage networking and mentoring opportunities for small businesses as well as regular events and training.
Every Council is guided by a long term Community Vision and four year Council Plan.
Developed with the local community, they guide the actions we will take to deliver better outcomes for the community.
The Community Vision 2040 was developed for the community, by the community – reflecting its collective values, goals and aspirations.
Manningham is a harmonious, inclusive and safe community that is committed to sustainable growth, wellbeing, and innovation. We celebrate our diversity and natural environment whilst fostering a connected community that enriches the lives of all.
— Manningham Community Panel (2025)
We now consider the Community Vision in all our future planning and how funding is spent.
We’re all part of the plan
Our Council Plan 2025-2029 details what we will focus on for the next four years as we work towards our Community Vision 2040.
The Council Plan is our promise to you in pursuit of our community’s vision for the future and to achieve the very best for Manningham.
We pride ourselves on delivering outcomes for the Manningham community. We regularly monitor and report on our performance across the year.
Come along and learn from therapeutic horticulturist Shani Shafrir, who will discuss the health benefits of gardening and how being in nature and engaging in gardening activities can support a healthy mind, body and soul.
Shani will also discuss how gardening and garden spaces can become age-friendly and support healthy ageing through design and management techniques.
The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!
About Home Harvest: Home Harvest is a free, complete home gardening program that runs monthly from February to December. It aims to educate and inspire residents to grow their own organic, nutritious and delicious produce at home. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps!
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Everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or background, should feel safe, accepted and included.
Join us in recognising International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).
IDAHOBIT raises awareness of the violence and discrimination still faced by LGBTQIA+ people across the globe. This year’s IDAHOBIT theme is The Power of Communities.
After raising the rainbow flag outside the Manningham Civic Centre, we’ll head inside to the Manningham Function Centre to enjoy morning tea and hear from guest speaker Charlie, from LGBTQIA+ youth charity Minus18. Charlie will share some of the barriers and challenges that LGBTQIA+ young people experience, along with practical tips for supporting your LGBTQIA+ friends and family.
This is a free event, however registrations are essential. We look forward to seeing you there.
Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled due to the presenter being unwell. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We are committed to rescheduling this important seminar to a later date.
Hear from expert Rodney Van Der Ree on local projects that are helping address the impacts of road and traffic on biodiversity, including fauna bridges, monitoring cameras and virtual fencing.
Manningham Council is actively working to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions through installing canopy bridges and virtual fences. These measures aim to protect local wildlife by deterring them from crossing roads and providing safer pathways for movement.
You can also attend the Manningham Environment Seminar Series - Endangered Species of Manningham on Wednesday 24 September.
Come as you are. Move as you can.
Join us for a gentle, beginner-friendly yoga session open to all abilities and ages.
Whether you're new to yoga, living with limited mobility, in a wheelchair, recovering from injury, or simply seeking a calmer way to move, this session is designed for you.
What to expect:
Let’s stretch, breathe, and find stillness together because yoga truly is for everybody. BYO yoga mat or towel. This event is proudly bought to you by Manningham Council in partnership with Whitehorse Manningham Libraries.
If you require support to attend this program or would like further information. Please contact spcs@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Shuttle Smash is an introductory program for children to experience badminton in a fun, inclusive environment.
The program teaches children badminton through the development of fundamental movement skills, including co-ordination, flexibility, strength, balance and fine motor skills.
Register for individual sessions or all 4 days via FitForKidsco.
Select Manningham DISC in the drop down menu
Limited spots available - so book your spot now.
Kathleen Reserve is narrow and provides a path link for local residents to a bus stop on Manningham Road.
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
Depending on the type of business you're running, you may need one or more business permits.
Not sure what permits you might need? There are a few things you can do to work out what permits you need:
Try out our business permit self assessment tool
You may need to get approval from Manningham Council to do certain business activities. It depends on your business type and what you are trying to do.
Want to make changes to your business operation? Find out about planning requirements.
Need to build or extend your property to accommodate your business? There are building regulations and permits to be aware of. Some works that will require permits include:
From hairdressing and make-up artists to pilates and yoga studios, it’s important that client safety is kept as a top priority. Have a look at some of the permits and regulations needed to operate a healthy business for you and your clients.
Apply for a trader parking permit to park in a shopping centre.
Any business that sells or manufactures food or drink must be registered with their local council and follow regulations to ensure that the food they sell is safe to eat. This includes restaurants and cafes, market stalls and mobile food vans.
If you plan to sell or serve alcohol at your business, you will need to apply for a liquor licence with the Victorian Government.
If you want to offer outdoor dining, goods for sale on the footpath, or display an A-frame advertising board, you will need a permit.
Registration is required for any home based or commercial business that includes accommodation services.
Filming on Council land, including student, commercial, community, not-for-profit and still photography, may require a permit.
Pest animals and insects can threaten our native species. Find out how you can control invasive species in Manningham to protect native wildlife and preserve our local environment.
Residents are responsible for the removal of pest animal and insects on their property.
Deer are a problem in Manningham with a variety of impacts for landowners including property damage, destruction of bushland and potential for road accidents.
Assistance is available to landowners through our Local Environment Assistance Fund (LEAF), including financial assistance for Deer Control.
You can help by recording sightings and evidence of deer in your local area into the FeralScan website or App - which is a free community pest animal mapping and monitoring tool.
Residents are responsible for the removal of wasp nests on their property and should contact a licensed pest control operator to safely and quickly eradicate the nest.
If a nest is found on Council land or on a neighbouring property, please contact us.
We offer funding assistance for landowners wanting to undertake fox control on their property. Apply for assistance or contact us.
For more information on fox control, go to Agriculture Victoria.
If you are concerned with Indian Myna populations in your neighbourhood, our Environment team can provide information on control options. Contact us.
The Queensland Fruit Fly (Bactrocera tryoni) has recently been found in Manningham. They feed on a wide variety of fruits and vegetables and, when left unchecked, cause serious problems for the home gardeners and commercial growers.
Further information can be found on the Agriculture Victoria website.
Rabbits are one of Victoria’s most destructive and problematic pest animals.
State legislation requires all landowners to take measures to control rabbits. Control is defined as taking action to minimise impact and prevent spread.
The Rabbit Control in Urban and Peri-urban Areas brochure explains control options and how to plan a successful rabbit control strategy.
Financial assistance to help control rabbits is available through LEAF grants. If you do not meet the LEAF criteria you can apply for fox and community rabbit control grants.
Many of the reports Wildlife Victoria receives about injured wildlife are caused by domestic cats. Even well-fed cats will hunt and this can have a significant impact on local wildlife, including birds and possums.
Find out more about reporting stray or nuisance cats and what we are doing to control roaming cats at Cat confinement.
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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 Cooktops | Tuesday 26 August 12:00pm |
| Insulation and Draught Proofing | Wednesday 27 August 7:00pm |
| Home Energy Assessments | Thursday 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.
Gain expert advice on how to best prepare your Minor Catering Services tender submission.
This online information session will assist local suppliers to complete their Manningham minor catering services tender submission.
The session will include:
To find out more about the Minor Catering Services Panel, see the listing on eProcure.
View Apply for a tender, for more information about the tendering process at Manningham.
Artist Soyoun Kim interplays the approximate sound of words, 'tongues' and 'tongs', drawn from her experience and perspective as a Korean-Australian immigrant whose mother tongue is not English.
Through a multisensory display of works of various mediums, including sound, video, scented tongue candles, porcelain, terracotta, bronze, and screen print, the exhibition aims to evoke the emotional effects of the lost translation of language and culture.
Image courtesy of the Artist.
Join award winning visual artist Bridget Hillebrand and Charlotte Sterrett from Yarra Riverkeeper Association as they share their knowledge and passion to promote river connection and care.
Bridget will reveal insights into the creation of her immersive, site-specific installation ‘River’ and Charlotte will discuss ways in which we can all help achieve a healthy, protected and loved Birrarung (Yarra River).
Registration for this event is not required.
Photo by Charlie Kinross.
Bring your friends, family and party vibes.
We are showcasing our incredible local Manningham artists with our local businesses throughout Summer.
Anthony Vartuli soothes the soul with the dulcet sounds of Flamenco and Latin guitar tunes. Be carried away by the tranquil and relaxed style of Anthony's artistry. Perfect for relaxing while enjoying local food, shops and drinks.
Local artists. Local businesses. Live performances. All summer long across Manningham.
As part of the Inspired Living Series, Jesse Glascott and Elle Paton will discuss sustainable building design and tiny homes at the Manningham Function Centre.
Jesse Glascott, is co-founder of the Sustainable Building Alliance, Director of G-Lux Builders and architect of the iconic Warrandyte Panel House. Jesse will discuss what goes into designing and building net zero sustainable homes.
Elle Paton is co-founder of the Australian Tiny House Association. Tiny homes are prefabricated, transportable dwellings that can provide off-grid, eco-friendly and low cost solutions. Elle will share her story of what its like to live in a tiny house.
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.
By going all-electric, you can create a safer home and brighter Manningham.
That’s why Manningham Council has partnered with Solar Savers, a local government initiative that takes the hassle out of home energy upgrades. The Council-backed program has now expanded to offer more suppliers and product choices, as well as home energy assessments for personalised advice.
Do you have questions about making your home more comfortable and efficient? Keen to install solar, batteries or efficient electric appliances? Drop in to learn more.
You can also find out about available discounts and discover how Solar Savers can help.
This session is hosted by Wonga Park Community Cottage.
Registration is not required. Drop in any time during the 2-hour session.
Note: Sessions are also running at local libraries in Manningham between August and October 2025.
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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