The Fire Danger Period is now in effect for Manningham
Before lighting a fire outdoors, understand your responsibilities. The CFA has more information about what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period.
We support and encourage the community to prepare for emergencies.
In a life threatening emergency, call 000.
For current emergency information and warnings, and to download the app, visit VicEmergency.
We have included a range of emergency planning tools to help you get started or refresh your plans.
Below are some resources and services to help you prepare for bushfires - especially if you live in a bushfire prone area - and links to keep you updated during an emergency.
Below are some resources to help you prepare for floods and storms - especially if you live in a flood prone area - and also links to report flooded drains or get updates during an emergency.
Below are some resources to help you prevent building fires.
View discussions from the community relating to preparing for an emergency including frequently raised questions.
Shared community statements are not endorsed actions to take in an emergency but serve to help you evaluate your current plan. See what your community had to say.
Check out all the things you can do - from exploring our nature, looking for fun activities or learning new skills.
Whatever your experience, our places and programs will help you explore Manningham and a variety of contemporary art and recreational choices in fun and engaging ways.
The Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre is one of the largest recreation and aquatic facilities in Victoria.
Whether you are looking to improve your club operations or increase participation - you can find useful information and templates to get you started.
We have a vibrant arts and cultural scene for you to explore. With a proud history in visual arts, Arts Manningham is home to renowned painters, ceramicists and mid-twentieth century artists.
Get to know our municipality through our local businesses.
View our range of grants available to assist your community group, club or arts practice.
We’re committed to being a dementia friendly city. We recognise that a person with dementia can still be an active member and can still live their best lives.
You can learn more about our commitment to being a dementia friendly city in our action plan.
After a dementia diagnoses, it’s easy for you or your loved ones to feel overwhelmed. Support is available to help maintain a person’s independence and help them live well.
Dementia Australia can help individuals, couples and families by helping you:
Become a dementia friend and make a positive difference to people living with dementia.
Register today and help increase awareness and support for people living with dementia.
Misusing words with negative connotations when discussing dementia can have negative impacts. It can also lead to stigma or discrimination. To ensure that the words we’re using are sensitive to those affected by dementia, Dementia Australia’s language guidelines is a great resource.
You can get common sense advice and practical strategies on issues related to dementia from Dementia Australia’s help sheets.
To learn more, contact the National Dementia Helpline toll free 1800 100 500 or visit the Dementia Australia website.
UPDATED: This is event is sold out.
Come and celebrate the extraordinary women who live with disability and advocate for gender and disability equality.
This year we are partnering with Women's Health East to bring you Grit - a celebration of women.
Women's Health East developed the Margins to Mainstream program late in 2020, and since then have been working to empower women with disability.
Join us to hear from women who have found their voice and learn about what they need to be a part of the community.
This event is part of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence and International Day of People with Disability.
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign to challenge violence against women and girls. The campaign runs every year from 25 November on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10 December Human Rights Day.
International Day of People with Disability is on 3 December and is a United Nations (UN) day observed internationally. It aims to promote community awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability.
Please contact us if you have any access requirements.
Come join Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung educator Thane Garvey-Gannaway at Bolin Bolin Billabong and learn about the significance of this amazing part of the Birrarung.
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time. Come prepared and dress for the weather on the day, including closed-toed footwear.
Bring a snack and water bottle for morning tea.
Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
In the event of extreme weather, this event will be cancelled.
This event is part of Manningham's 2024 Spring Outdoors Series.
An El Niño summer is coming. Recent rainfall has supercharged fuel loads. Dry conditions will increase fire risks next summer, especially grass fires.
In this webinar you will find advice on reducing the risk for you and your home during and before a bushfire.
Presenters include:
You will have the opportunity to ask questions before or during the webinar.
About the Get Bushfire Resilient webinar series
Our webinars involve the best presenters and panel members in Australia and include robust audience engagement. Watch the webinars with family and friends and discuss the information and your plans.
Learn how grass fires and bushfires behave and what your family can do to reduce your risks.
Learn from eminent subject experts.
About Bushfire Resilience Inc.
Bushfire Resilience Inc. is an independent community-led organisation. We provide carefully developed webinars that provide information about bushfire preparedness. Our webinar topics are practical, helpful and relevant.
An opportunity for women and girls to experience flying a remote controlled airplane with guidance from skilled and friendly trainers.
This activity has all the aspects of STEM, engineering, construction skills, aviation principles and hands on experience.
This event is suitable for women and girls of all ages. No previous experience required.
Participants are encouraged to bring their parents, family and friends with them.
What to wear: sunglasses, hat and sunscreen.
What to bring: nothing, everything you need to participate will be provided by the club.
Parking is available at the club and adjacent to the club's flying field.
Registrations via email at events@dac.org.au.
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Before embarking on building, renovating, tree removal/lopping or any other works, it is important to ascertain whether you require a permit.
Planning permits and building permits serve different purposes.
A planning permit is required to ensure that your project complies with the relevant zoning and overlay controls applicable to your property and to ensure that your project considers its impact on the surrounding area with respect to character, built form and materials, surrounding neighbours, traffic, environmental impacts and community need.
A building permit focuses on the technical aspects of construction and safety ensuring that your project complies with the relevant building codes and regulations.
Links to the relevant controls are:
Here are some common projects that need approval - contact us even if your project is not listed here:
New to building or renovation?
For advice on all things renovation and construction, visit the Victorian Building Authority (VBA).
Every dream project is different with its own needs and challenges. Here are the steps to give you a rough guide on the process, timeframes and costs when starting any project.
You can also view:
If you don't need a planning permit you can proceed straight to building permit
After you apply you can also
We do not issue building permits so you will need to contact a building surveyor to organise a building permit.
You will need the permit to ensure what you're hoping to construct or change is done right and to building code standards.
You may need permits for connecting to infrastructure, protection of public assets and more. Often you will find out which permits you need throughout the process, so it is always best to discuss your plans with us or industry professionals.
Some common permits include:
Hoping to build sustainably?
We've created a list of resources to help you build a sustainable, energy-efficient home or commercial building.
View resources
Find permits, services and guides relating to parking, roads and footpaths
You can report a tree or tree branch that is obstructing the road, footpath or is in danger of falling or causing damage.
You will need a Works and Drainage Permit (WDP) to undertake works that impact Manningham’s assets.
We are responsible for an extensive network of underground drains that prevent storm-water run-off from impacting property, footpaths and roads.
Find out how we're improving drainage and flood mitigation.
Find out about new path projects in Manningham including footpaths, shared paths and shared trails.
We are responsible for maintaining 608km of local roads within Manningham. Find out more about our street sweeping program.
Can't find what you're looking for?
The Community Grant program supports and empowers community groups and organisations to deliver programs and activities for our community in Manningham.
We are committed to developing and fostering partnerships with not-for-profit groups and organisations whose work enriches the municipality and is consistent with our vision.
These grants are designed to help property owners with land care education, land stewardship, pest and animal control and ecological improvement works.
Manningham is a vibrant and diverse community with people of all cultures and backgrounds. We have a proud history of a multicultural community living, working and celebrating together.
Here you will find more information on what makes Manningham a multicultural community and how you can get involved.
Diversity and social inclusion is important to us. We consider the human rights, values and needs of our diverse communities.
We are proud to declare our commitment to welcoming refugees and migrants into the community. We celebrate the opportunity to enhance the cultural and religious diversity of our community.
Community learning centres encourages members of the community to participate in local activities, learning and education. They play an important part in strengthening local communities and we support such centres by providing funding and facilities.
As part of the Welcoming Cities initiative, we want to build an Australia that is welcoming and inclusive to everyone. By building benchmarks for cultural diversity and inclusion, we are taking steps to being more welcoming to everyone in the community.
Becoming an Australian citizen represents a commitment to Australia and its people. Applicants for Australian Citizenship Ceremonies will generally receive an invite to attend within three to six months from the date of their application approval. You will receive a written invitation to your ceremony from the Department of Home Affairs.
We have interpreter services in multiple languages. Choose the way you want to communicate with us.
Our bi-monthly Community Strengthening e-newsletter aims to build resilient and vibrant communities by keeping you informed about programs, services, council projects, opportunities and important news for local community groups and organisations.
Do you need to receive the e-newsletter in another format? Contact us on 9840 9333 or email spcs@manningham.vic.gov.au.
We have several English language classes locally where you can learn and practice your English skills. You can get classes at:
Adult Multicultural Education Service (AMES) in Box Hill
Blackburn English Language School in Blackburn
Doncaster Library at MC Square in Doncaster
Manningham U3A in Doncaster East
Manningham Uniting Church in Doncaster East
Pines Learning Centre in Doncaster East
Living and Learning at Ajani in Templestowe Lower
Congratulations on choosing Manningham as your new home.
Manningham prides itself on providing high quality services and a range of lifestyle needs for residents of all ages.
Manningham is located just a short distance from the Melbourne CBD yet you can enjoy a sense of being 'out of the city' thanks to our abundance of green open spaces, scenic outlooks to the ranges, and tranquil walks along our waterways.
It is this unique balance of city and country that makes Manningham such a special place to live.
We are proud to deliver over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. Here are a few to get you started.
There’s something for everyone in Manningham. From sacred sites of the area’s First Peoples to the early gold mining settlements, the local area has a bit of everything for you to appreciate and enjoy.
Use our maps to search Manningham, property addresses, wards, healthcare centres and other places of interest.
Explore our local arts, crafts, fashion, food and drink and other recreational activities.
We are at risk of bushfires, flood and storms and work closely with authorities to plan for and be prepared in an emergency. Keep you and your family safe by being prepared and understanding your risks.
Stay in touch with everything that is happening at Council and around our community by subscribing to our monthly eNewsletter. Receive the latest news about our essential services, programs, projects and activities, straight to your inbox.
Anxiety among children and adolescents is at an all-time high in the wake of the pandemic. Join Dr Jodi Richardson as she presents strategies that can help you and your kids.
This presentation empowers parents and carers with understanding, practical skills, and the confidence to respond in impactful ways when anxiety shows up.
Dr. Jodi Richardson is one of Australia's leading lights in managing anxiety and amplifying wellbeing. As seen on the Morning Show, Channel Ten and the ABC.
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:
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.
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 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:
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.
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 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:
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.
Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.
Join us at Currawong Bush Park to learn about local wildlife and come face to face with local animals of Manningham.
Recommended for children aged 5 to 12 years, the Manningham Junior Ranger Program is designed to get young environmentalists out and active in our local environment.
Activities include:
Participant information:
Help your kids be more confident in the water this summer with Active Manningham's Holiday Accelerated Swim Program (HASP).
Enrol now for a week of aquatic adventure and skill building. This program is designed to help develop individual swimming skills quickly.
Classes run for 30 minutes over five consecutive days, at the same time each day.
Participants will learn swimming and water safety skills from nationally qualified swim teachers.
Program information
Join the Aquatic playgroup at Aquarena and connect with other parents and babies.
Each session consists of water familiarisation for parents and babies, guided by a qualified swim teacher. All babies must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
The Aquatic playgroup is available for babies from three months to 11 months of age.
What to bring:
