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 4: Induction cooktops

In this presentation, you'll learn about induction cooktops, 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 cooking option.
 

Registration is essential. 

Join us at further sessions throughout August:

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.

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 5: Insulation and Draught Proofing

In this presentation, you'll learn about insulation and draught proofing, how they work and the benefits of installing them in your home. You will also hear from Solar Savers' panel of trusted suppliers, who will answer common questions about insulating and draught proofing your property.
 

Registration is essential. 

Join us at further sessions throughout August:

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.

Heide Makers' Market showcase the work of up to 120 different makers each month - from artwork to tasty treats - so there's plenty of reasons to make a visit to the Heide Market part of your weekend.

Second Saturday of the month, 10.00am to 3.00pm (November - March)

For more information, visit Heide Makers' Market.

Challenge your mind with fun games, including rebus puzzles, anagrams, scattergories and riddles. 

A no pressure, social environment where puzzles are worked out together. Morning tea included.

This is a free come and try session of our monthly group.

We would love to see you there! Register by email or phone by 20 October 2025.

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.

Sessions run monthly until November 2025.

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.

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Join Caroline Parker, herbalist, gardener and author of 'The Medicinal Garden', to discuss how to grow and use medicinal herbs to support a healthy diet and combat colds this winter!

From edible treats to therapeutic remedies, we will unearth the healing potential of both wild and cultivated plants. We will discuss several easy ways to grow medicinal plants and learn how to establish and maintain a planted or potted garden – full of natural remedies for your skin, gut, muscles, heart and mind. You'll also learn how to make oils, tinctures, compresses, steams and washes for health and healing.

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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Lead by a Bunnings expert, come along to this free 2-hour workshop and learn about how a worm farm can help you create fertile soil to help your plants thrive. 

There is car parking available onsite and bus 905 stops at Thompsons Road / Sunhill road bus stop.

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.

Come along to our 2025 Inspired Living Series panel to learn about the exciting future of electrification and energy efficiency – both at home and beyond!

Heidi Lee

Heidi is the CEO of Beyond Zero Emissions, an independent think thank that shows how Australia can prosper in a zero emissions economy through ambitious research, influential engagement and compelling communications. Heidi has two decades' experience in sustainable design and architecture, and in 2024, was named one of The Australian's 'Top 100 Green Energy Power Players' for the third year running. 

Tim Forcey

Tim is one of Australia's leading voices in home energy efficiency and electrification. He is an avid researcher and author of 'My Efficient Electric Home Handbook', which captures a decades worth of advice and insight. Tim founded and contributes to the thriving My Efficient Electric Home online community. As a qualified home energy advisor who has advised in more than 1,000 homes, Tim will share his main insights on how to transform and retrofit any home to be efficient, comfortable and sustainable. 

Brendan Lang

Brendan is an electrician with more than 10 years' experience operating his electrical contracting business. He's also the founder of Get Off Gas. The core motivation for his work is to help accelerate the transition to renewable all-electric buildings and transport, which will reduce running costs and improve liveability. Brendan and his Get Off Gas team offer solutions to electrify homes, with a strong focus on educating homeowners to ensure they make great choices for the environment and their wallets.

Inspired Living Series – keynote speaker events

Our 2025 Inspired Living Series showcases five insightful, not-to-be-missed evenings. The series will introduce you to a diverse lineup of local keynote speakers who will offer unique insights on embracing sustainability.

Topics range from sustainable food to low waste lifestyles. Each speaker will share their journey – inspiring our audience to embrace positive choices, nurture a connection to nature, and foster community for a stronger, more resilient future.

Registration for this event is required.
 

Electrify Your Life 

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. 

This is a Partner Event hosted independently as part of Renew’s Sustainable House Day 2025 program. Visit Sustainable House Day for the full program.

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Do you use your smartphone to make voice calls and not much more? 

Whether you're travelling or you've got loved ones in far off places, new technology can help you connect from afar! 

Find out how to make video calls, send messages and more.     

Join Scott Hitchins as he returns to the Strathdon kitchen to create some of our, soon to be hot favourite, comfort dishes.

With a focus on low waste cooking, Scott will teach participants the techniques to create delicious winter warmers using every bit of what you grow or buy.

The focus in this session will be on using vegetables from the garden and an overview for slow style cooking that you can try at home.

You will be provided with a sample of what is cooked on the day and digital notes to try some of Scott’s recipes at home.

What to wear: Suitable clothing for getting your hands dirty in the kitchen and closed toe shoes.
What to bring: an apron (optional)
Who: Adults or teens

About Scott

Scott Hitchins has been working with sustainable, food-producing gardens for most of his life.

He has qualifications in biological science, permaculture design, education, and is a founding member of Werribee Park Heritage Orchard.

Scott has been providing popular workshops and garden-design advice to local councils, schools, and other community groups for many years.

He presents useful facts and skills in a fun and engaging manner. To quote Scott in a recent interview “Get me talking about sustainable gardening and you’ll never shut me up.”

Understand the basics of technology, including smartphones and other digital devices. Learn about their functionality and the ways you can use these devices to connect with others and access services over the internet.

The topics covered include:

• using your smartphone
• using SMS
• connecting and working safely
• navigating the internet
• using email
• using social media
• using apps and software
• everyday technology
• staying safe online.

ACFE Office Administration and Online Programs

This course will provide technical knowledge and skills required to work in an office environment.

You will develop your skills to deliver professional presentations and create portfolios using a variety of Microsoft Office products.

You will be provided with a Learner Workbook.  ACFE funded - 23DSEOFFIESS

Parking is available on site and Bus Route 905  stops at  Thompsons Road / Sunhill Road.
 

By improving your home's efficiency, you can reduce energy costs and create a more comfortable home for your family.

Looking for ways to improve comfort and energy efficiency at home? This 2-hour session, funded by Manningham Council and hosted by Pines Learning, is perfectly timed as we enter the warmer months. 

Join expert presenter Lucinda and learn practical strategies to optimise your home and appliances for summer comfort.

Topics include:

• how heat builds up in your home and strategies to reduce this
• simple tips for staying cooler in summer
• choosing efficient and affordable appliances
• habits and behaviours to make your home more liveable
• government freebies, rebates and financial incentives.
   

You'll leave with fresh ideas and an upgrades roadmap to help you achieve greater comfort and lower energy use – long into the future.

The session is suited to anyone looking for simple, practical ways to save money, reduce their environmental impact and improve their home's liveability. 

Registrations are essential.

Note: Doncaster Library will be hosting a later session of Liveable Homes - Summer Comfort on 30 October 2025.

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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Do you have the power to paddle? Looking to get outdoors these school holidays? Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!

Program information

• all equipment provided
• suitable for all genders
• this activity is for kids aged seven to 13 years.

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35.
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.

How to apply

To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:

1. register your interest now via the online form
2. once you have submitted the form, you will receive the discount code and instructions on how to complete payment and confirm your spot in the program.

Please note: applications via this online form do not guarantee a spot in this program. After completing the online form, additional steps must be followed to secure a spot in this program.

We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste.

To celebrate Plastic Free July, we'll be popping up at our local activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use plastics.

Come along and say hello!

In her site-specific project Lumina, Izabela Pluta builds on her ongoing interest in temporality and place, using photography as a dynamic process to investigate the fluid intersections of time, memory and impermanence.

Come and see this art exhibition at Heide Museum of Modern Art until 5 October 2025.

Visit the Heide website for opening hours and information about how to plan your visit.