Meeting Date: 26 April 2023
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Meeting Date: 26 April 2023
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
| Timecode | Item |
|---|---|
| 4:33 | 5. PRESENTATIONS |
| 6. PETITIONS | |
| 5:02 | 6.1 Installations of Rubber Guards or Bollards at Tunstall Square |
| 6:20 | 6.2 Request to Continue Meals on Wheels Delivery Service |
| 7:40 | 6.3 Support for the In-Home and Aged Care Program Funded by the Commonwealth Government |
| 8:50 | 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME |
| 16:40 | 8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS |
| 17:24 | 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS |
| CITY PLANNING | |
| 17:33 | 10.1 Macedon Square Project Update |
| 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES | |
| 31:57 | 11.1 Community Infrastructure Plan for Public Exhibition |
| 42:00 | 11.2 Manningham Disability Advisory Committee Membership |
| 12. CITY SERVICES | |
| 45:00 | 12.1 Street Tree Planting Guide |
| 58:37 | 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY |
| 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | |
| 58:44 | 14.1 Audit and Risk Committee Chair's Biannual Report |
| 1:02:20 | 14.2 Informal Meetings of Councillors |
| 15. URGENT BUSINESS | |
| 1:02:59 | 15.1 Public Transport in Manningham |
| 1:12:58 | 16. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME |
| 1:22:00 | 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS |
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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Find out how solar power and solar batteries will improve your home, save you money and generate a clean future for the environment. ...
Find out how solar power and solar batteries will improve your home, save you money and generate a clean future for the environment.
This webinar will include:
Our presenter, Ian Moxon, is a seasoned sustainability consultant with over 15 years of experience in this field. He’ll share his extensive knowledge and valuable industry insights into the benefits of installing solar power and solar batteries at your home.
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.
Bookings are essential.
Enjoy a cup of coffee, cake and some meaningful conversation in a friendly open space with the Seniors Happy Life Club.
The Seniors Happy Life Club is inviting Manningham residents to take part in one of two Coffee Chats at Doncaster Bunnings. The event will be bilingual, in both English and Mandarin, and everyone is welcome attend!
The Seniors Happy Life Club are proud to be hosting these chats as part of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (November 25 to December 10) to help raise awareness and promote a world free of violence for women and girls and non-binary people.
On the day:
Whether you're seeking information, want to show your support, or simply enjoy a friendly chat
Spaces are limited. Please register to attend.
To register call Suzanne on 0402 958 821 or email suzanne200571@hotmail.com.
This event is supported by Manningham Council's 16 Days of Activism Small Grants.
Come along and learn from market gardener and passionate seed saver, Julie Bennett from Montalto Kitchen Gardener and Seeds are free.
In this session, we'll cover the incredible world of seeds, as well as tips, tricks and techniques for how to successfully save your own seed – year after year. This will save you money while preserving heritage seeds and maintaining the genetic diversity and local adaptations of our food crops.
This seminar begins at 6:30pm. Please bring along any saved or excess seeds before the seminar for a seed swap party afterwards! Please ensure your seeds are correctly labelled (envelopes will be provided).
About Home Harvest: Home Harvest is a free home gardening program that runs monthly from February to December. It educates and empowers 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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Looking for an activity that keeps kids active while also building positive habits for life? Look no further than Tiger PAW (Physical Activity and Wellbeing).
A unique and engaging initiative designed for children aged 6 to 10 years old.
This session delivers a unit of four fun and educational sessions that focus on developing a healthy body, a healthy mind, and a healthy team while also introducing the basics of AFL skills and game knowledge.
What is Tiger PAW?
Tiger PAW is more than just a program, it’s about building confidence, resilience and teamwork.
Whether your child is new to sport or looking to build on their current skills, Tiger PAW provides a safe and inclusive space to learn, grow, and have fun.
Tiger PAW seeks to support children between ages 6-10 as they prepare for upper primary and secondary school.
Come and Try Tiger Paw over the school holidays with the Active Manningham Street Team!
What to bring:
Don’t miss this opportunity to support your child’s development through sport, teamwork, and wellbeing.
Spots are limited so register now to avoid missing out.
Looking for an activity that keeps kids active while also building positive habits for life? Look no further than Tiger PAW (Physical Activity and Wellbeing).
A unique and engaging initiative designed for children aged 6 to 10 years old.
This session delivers a unit of four fun and educational sessions that focus on developing a healthy body, a healthy mind, and a healthy team while also introducing the basics of AFL skills and game knowledge.
What is Tiger PAW?
Tiger PAW is more than just a program, it’s about building confidence, resilience and teamwork.
Whether your child is new to sport or looking to build on their current skills, Tiger PAW provides a safe and inclusive space to learn, grow, and have fun.
Tiger PAW seeks to support children between ages 6 and 10 as they prepare for upper primary and secondary school.
Come and Try Tiger Paw over the school holidays with the Active Manningham Street Team!
What to bring:
Don’t miss this opportunity to support your child’s development through sport, teamwork, and wellbeing.
Spots are limited so register now to avoid missing out.
These yoga classes are a great opportunity to improve your health and wellbeing while connecting with others in the community. Stretch your body and your mind. Yoga will help you improve your mental wellbeing and your flexibility, while providing you with some much-needed time for yourself.
No prior experience needed. All genders and ages are welcome to attend.
Participants are required to bring their own exercise mat or towel to to lay on the ground.
Registrations are required.
Join in the free fun and activities at Bulleen Plaza's Multicultural Festival.
Performances include:
Don't miss the free face painting, balloon twisting and glitter tattoos from 11.00am to 1.30pm.
This event is supported by Manningham Council.
Celebrating International Women's Day, Manningham presents No Lights No Lycra. The original dance in the dark movement proven to make you feel better!
Come along and dance without limits or judgement, as we turn out the lights and crank up the tunes during this casual free-form dance class.
All you need to bring is a water bottle, and wear comfortable clothes to dance in.
Release all your inhibitions and work up a sweat, all while completely sober!
For more information go to No Lights No Lycra.
If your child identifies as LGBTQIA+, non-binary, gender diverse, or is questioning their sexuality and/or gender, this event is for you.
This event will include:
This is an inclusive and accessible event.
Light refreshments will be served. To assist us with catering and seating, please register for this event.
Join staff from Aquarena for a fitness session using the wonguim wilam Exercise Station and the surrounding natural space at wonguim wilam.
Sessions run for 45 minutes and are suitable for people of all genders aged 18 years and over.
No experience needed and all fitness levels welcome.
The wonguim wilam exercise station is located between the Kangaroo Ground-Warrandyte Bridge and the Warrandyte Bakery, underneath the bridge.
Every year we come together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost and to fight back against this disease that takes too much from too many. Who will you relay for?
Full event details are yet to be decided but will include bands, fun activities and a great time for all. Check out the Manningham Relay For Life Facebook page for updates.
Register your team now and get started with your vital fundraising for this very important cause!
Manningham residents are invited to a free two-hour workshop on equality, inclusion and respect presented by Intertwine.
Whether you're supporting young people who are queer, trans, neurodivergent, disabled, racialised or any combination of the above, we would love to see you.
Suitable for parents or guardians, educators, school wellbeing staff, service providers and interested community members.
The workshop will feature interactive activities, colourful slides and lots of time for Q and A.
Due to the Total Fire Ban the Pottery Expo will not be running on Saturday or Sunday.
Celebrating 25 years, The Pottery Expo features work from more than 90 potters.
The Expo is held the last weekend in February on the banks of the Yarra River in Warrandyte and will include:
The event is supported by Manningham Council, Warrandyte Community Bank, Northcote Pottery Supplies and Warrandyte Lions Club.
Join us for a magical evening of moth watching at Currawong Bush Park!
Bring your flashlight and a sense of wonder as we discover the diverse and colorful moths that call the park home. This is a great opportunity to learn from experts and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts.
We will also go on a spider walk and talk, so don't miss out on this unique event!
This event is hosted by Manningham Council and the Entomological Society of Victoria.
With Plastic Free July just around the corner, join sustainable craft teacher and artist Emma Grace for a free hands-on workshop to create beeswax wraps.
Participants will learn how to make and maintain beeswax wraps to keep food fresh and hygienic without the use of single-use plastics such as cling wrap.
Registration is required.
Please note: Due to limited numbers, this event is for Manningham residents only.
By switching to an electric vehicle, you can reduce your fuel bills while contributing to cleaner air and a safe climate.
Join EV expert Bryce Gaton to learn everything you need to know about buying and driving electric vehicles in Australia.
Bryce will cover:
A Q&A panel will follow, featuring:
About the presenter
Bryce Gaton is an EV transition consultant, writer and commentator for TheDriven.io. He's also a qualified electrician with more than 15 years' experience in the sector.
Registration is essential.
This event is part of our Electrify Your Life program, supporting residents to go all-electric at home and power up a brighter future for Manningham. Learn how to make the switch at Electrify Your Life. By switching to electric appliances, you can create a safer and healthier home for your family.
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UPDATE: The September online drop in session has been cancelled. Join us at sessions in October or November.
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? Join our monthly online session to learn more.
You can also find out about available discounts and discover how Solar Savers can help.
Join us online at any time during the one-hour session. Registration is not required.
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.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
We offer challenging and rewarding employment opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working environment and are committed to fostering a customer focused, delivery led culture.
We proudly deliver over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and home care, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.
We have a positive and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
It’s a very exciting time to be working at Manningham. Working here is often challenging where no day is the same. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, have your ideas heard and your achievements acknowledged.
And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.
This means that we live our values (working together, excellence, accountable, respectful, empowered) every day. We understand the value of a safe and inclusive workplace culture, which is why we are committed to gender and intersectional equality. Our Gender Equality Action Plan holds us accountable as we continue to build on positive change at Manningham.
We're proud to launch our First Nations Employment Strategy, focused on supporting the cultural safety, recruitment, development, and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. This strategy demonstrates our commitment to improving cultural competency across our workforce and growing career opportunities, retention, and professional development for First Nations employees.
We are always looking for talented individuals to join Council. Please apply if you believe you are a suitable candidate for one of the job positions available.