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Koonung Park

Koonung Park provides an important function in Manningham’s open space network as a sporting and recreation facility. The Reserve contains a sportsground, community tennis courts, exercise equipment, playground (2-8 years), toilets, treed open space and a hall for hire (Koonarra Hall). ...

Koonung Park provides an important function in Manningham’s open space network as a sporting and recreation facility. The Reserve contains a sportsground, community tennis courts, exercise equipment, playground (2-8 years), toilets, treed open space and a hall for hire (Koonarra Hall).

Koonung Park adds to the ‘green’ buffer between the Eastern Freeway and residential area and the Red River Gums in the south-west corner are an important element. The Reserve is accessible from the adjacent Koonung Creek Linear Park, nearby bus stops, early childhood learning centre and the local street network.

Places and spaces

Sportsground - football and cricket (turf wicket)
Basketball/soccer court
Community tennis courts
Koonarra Hall (available for hire)
Toilets
Barbecue
Off street carpark
Bulleen Cricket Club
Bulleen Cobras Football Club
Playground
Exercise equipment
Drink fountain
Access to Koonung Creek Linear Park (shared trail)

Koonung Park playground

This playground offers play opportunities for all ages, in a lovely park setting under some large gum trees. Bring a footy along as well to test your skills on the handball game. The playground is very close to the Koonung Creek Linear Trail, offering a great excuse to extend your park visit with a walk or bike ride.

Suitable age group: 2-10 years

Exercise equipment

Exercising at your local park is a great way to improve health and wellbeing. Koonung Park is one of three reserves in Manningham to have exercise equipment installed as part of a grant from the State Government's 2015 Community Facility Funding Program. The exercise and stretching equipment suitable for adults includes a sit up bench, power bike, cross trainer, free runner, push up bars and a body flexor.

Community courts

There is 1 community basketball/soccer court and 2 community tennis courts that are free for public recreational use.

Court hire is free during the day. Fees apply for floodlight use in the evening ($10 an hour). Book a court using our online booking system, which automatically unlocks the gates and turns the lights on.

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Public transport

There are various bus routes along nearby Thompsons Road, Bulleen. These include bus routes; 200, 905, 305, 203, 205, 280.

Facilities for hire

Koonung Park offers football ground and cricket pitch hire.
Contact us for bookings and fees.

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Facilities upgrade: Wonga Park Netball Courts redevelopment

Find out more about the Wonga Park Netball Courts redevelopment....

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UPDATED: 28 March 2025 partnership details and timeline

Improving our local sporting facilities is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

What is happening?

In partnership with the Australian Government through the Play Our Way Funding Program, we're upgrading the netball courts and flood lighting at Wonga Park Reserve, Wonga Park.

The project will involve:

Stage 1

reconstructing the netball courts with compliant courts of play, lighting, fencing, and additional space for basketball
stabilising the embankments around the courts and addressing overgrown vegetation
removal of the timber bridge beside the existing netball courts
new player shelters

Stage 2

a new small sized facility to service the netball courts, including toilets, a multi-purpose change space, storage, drinking station, and scorer's shelter.

This project will be delivered as part of our 2025/26 Capital Works Program.

Where are the works?

Works will take place at the Wonga Park Netball Courts at Wonga Park Reserve, Wonga Park.

A map showing the location of the proposed upgrade of the Wonga Park Netball Courts

When will the works happen?

Stage 1 construction is scheduled to begin in June 2025 with an expected duration of five months. This schedule is subject to weather conditions.

Stage 2 will follow the completion of Stage 1 works.

Why are the works needed?

The need to upgrade this facility was identified through a Netball Victoria Facility Audit and is planned as part of our Wonga Park Reserve Masterplan.

The existing facilities, including lighting, must be upgraded to comply with the latest Netball Victoria and industry guidelines.

The project will also provide new player shelters and a multipurpose facility, including a toilet and scorers shelter to support local clubs and communities who use the facility.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm.

You may notice:

construction noise
minor traffic delays, including a temporary single lane closure
disruptions to car parking
footpath detours around the works
temporary disruptions to the reserve access.

Please follow the directions of staff and signs to move safely around the area.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the facilities in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this project, contact us.

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Templestowe Central Probus Club meeting

Connect with other like minded retirees and enjoy fun, friendship and social events....

Connect with other like minded retirees and enjoy fun, friendship and social events. Come and join in the many club organised meetings, activities, outings and trips.

Templestowe Central Probus Club meets every second Wednesday of the month, except in January. The club meets at the Manningham Leisure Centre, near the indoor basketball courts.

For more information about our club, please call 0414 234 361 and leave a message for our membership secretary. You can also visit our website or email us at tcprobusclub@outlook.com.

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Bus stop and shelter construction

Find out about new bus shelter projects in Manningham, including upgrading existing and building new shelters. ...

Increasing public transport movement

We identify and prioritise the routes and stops that commuters use most.

We consider community feedback, commuter demand and nearby services and facilities to identify locations where new shelters or upgrades are needed.

Works to build new shelters are prioritised by:

commuter demand and historical requests
the type of road the bus stop is located on
the bus stop’s location relative to various facilities within the community.

On average, we aim to build between three and five, new or upgraded shelters every year.

The timing for new shelter projects may be influenced by factors like big road projects or large developments in Manningham.

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Walking Basketball at Bulleen Boomers - Term 4

… 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session. The …

Walking Basketball is great for participants across all ages, genders and abilities. The program is particularly valuable for seniors or those returning to activity after illness, injury or surgery.

The sessions are low-impact and focus on gentle movement, judgement-free exercise, moving at your own pace and having a laugh along the way.

Sessions are 10.00am to 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session.

The sessions are free, but participants need to register.

Term 2 dates: Thursday 1 May to Thursday 19 June
Term 3 dates: Thursday 21 August to Thursday 11 September
Term 4 dates: Thursday 9 October to Thursday 4 December

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Walking Basketball at Bulleen Boomers - Term 3

… 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session. The …

Walking Basketball is great for participants across all ages, genders and abilities. The program is particularly valuable for seniors or those returning to activity after illness, injury or surgery.

The sessions are low-impact and focus on gentle movement, judgement-free exercise, moving at your own pace and having a laugh along the way.

Sessions are 10.00am to 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session.

The sessions are free, but participants need to register.

Term 2 dates: Thursday 1 May to Thursday 19 June
Term 3 dates: Thursday 21 August to Thursday 11 September
Term 4 dates: Thursday 9 October to Thursday 4 December

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Whats On

Walking Basketball at Bulleen Boomers - Term 2

… 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session. The …

Walking Basketball is great for participants across all ages, genders and abilities. The program is particularly valuable for seniors or those returning to activity after illness, injury or surgery.

The sessions are low-impact and focus on gentle movement, judgement-free exercise, moving at your own pace and having a laugh along the way.

Sessions are 10.00am to 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session.

The sessions are free, but participants need to register.

Term 2 dates: Thursday 1 May to Thursday 19 June
Term 3 dates: Thursday 21 August to Thursday 11 September
Term 4 dates: Thursday 9 October to Thursday 4 December

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Street football - SOLD OUT

… will be activating the newly installed dual futsal court at Koonung reserve to teach you how to play street … skills and test out the new public outdoor dual futsal court in Manningham. During the clinic, participants will …

UPDATE: This event has sold out.

Football Victoria will be activating the newly installed dual futsal court at Koonung reserve to teach you how to play street football.

This event is perfect for all street football, futsal and soccer enthusiasts who want to try street football for the first time or enhance their skills and test out the new public outdoor dual futsal court in Manningham.

During the clinic, participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced Football Victoria coaches who will guide you through various street football techniques, strategies and games.

This clinic is for all levels - beginners and advanced.

Please note: there are two sessions running on the day. Register for the session that matches your age group.

10.00am to 11.00am - under 8's and under 10’s
11.00am – 12.00pm - under 11’s and under 12’s

Registrations are essential. Numbers are strictly limited.

Appearance and coaching from Daniel Cappellaro - D10

D10 is Daniel Cappellaro, a futsal player, street footballer and coach. Daniel, along with staff from Football Victoria will be joining in both sessions at this clinic.

Daniel has travelled the world playing street football and futsal in the UEFA Futsal Champions League. Daniel has also represented and helped found Western Australia’s most successful futsal club Cambio Cumbre.

Other highlights include AFA Australian Men’s team selection and representing Western Australia at the FFA Nationals. On the East coast of Australia, Daniel played for Melbourne Futsal Club (powered by Melbourne City Football Club), Balwyn Futsal Club and Pascoe Vale Futsal Club, in Victoria’s and Futsal Oz’s prestigious Series Futsal Victoria.

Council Meeting 25 February 2025

… 30:50 6.1 Petition - Residents proposing to establish Ilma Court and Robb Close as a Residents only parking area 32.05 …

Meeting Date: 25 February 2025
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.

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Timestamps

Timecode	Item
	5. PRESENTATIONS
04:40	5.1 Receipt of Community Panel Recommendations
14:20	5.2 Motion of Condolence: Passing of The Hon. Kevin Andrews MP AM
21:30	5.3 Motion of Condolence: Passing of Eric Collyer
27:20	5.4 Motion of Condolence: Passing of Helen Rennie
	6. PETITIONS
30:50	6.1 Petition - Residents proposing to establish Ilma Court and Robb Close as a Residents only parking area
32.05	6.2 Petition - Parking issue related to North East Link Parking and Rocklea Road and Golden Way area, surrounding Streets and Courts
33:05	7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
56:30	8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS
56:40	9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS
	10. CITY PLANNING
56:50	10.1 Statutory Planning Application Activity Quarter 2 (October to December 2024)
	11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES
1:02:20	11.1 Review of Advisory Committees: Terms of Reference and Membership
	12. CITY SERVICES
1:07:00	12.1 Road Management Plan (RMP) Review
1:11:00	12.2 Electric Line Clearance Tender Report
1:19:40	12.3 2024/25 Capital Works Program Q2 Status Report
	13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY
1:23:15	13.1 Federal Advocacy Priorities
1:33:55	13.2 MAV State Council Motions
1:42:45	13.3 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 2 (Oct-Dec), 2024/25
1:48:40	13.4 Reschedule June Council Meeting
1:50:00	13.5 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987
1:50:25	13.6 Informal Meetings of Councillors
1:52:00	13.7 Documents for Sealing
1:52:20	14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
1:52:30	15. URGENT BUSINESS
1:52:35	16. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME
2:10:00	17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

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Active Youth Pop Up

Free sport and recreation activities for people 12 to 17 years to connect and get active together!...

A free event for young people aged 12 to 17 years!

This pop up event is designed to get youth active, learn new skills, and have fun together in a relaxed environment.

Manningham Youth Services, Active Manningham and Skateboarding Victoria will be at the Warrandyte netball courts from 11.00am to 2.00pm. Drop in whenever suits you!

Activities:
Learn to Skate Session:
Whether you're a beginner or want to polish your skills, this All Aboard Learn to Skate session will help you improve your skating technique. Skate coaches will provide hands-on instruction, offering tips for mastering basic skills or learning advanced tricks. Boards and helmets will be available to use, but feel free to bring your own.
Sports Equipment Zone:
Bring your friends with you and play with a variety of sports equipment. Whether you're into badminton, basketball, soccer, racquet sports or want to try something new, there will be plenty of equipment on hand to play with.

Like mother like daughter basketball

… come together to train and play. Girls love to share the court with their mums, showcasing their skills and teaching …

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.

Council Meeting 25 March 2025

… parking signage along St Andrews Crescent and Spear Court, Bulleen 08:05 6.2 Petition - Proposal to remove the …

Meeting Date: 25 March 2025
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.

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Timecode

Timecode	Item
	5. PRESENTATIONS
04:55	5.1 Manningham Staff Service Awards
	6. PETITIONS
06:30	6.1 Petition - Requesting parking signage along St Andrews Crescent and Spear Court, Bulleen
08:05	6.2 Petition - Proposal to remove the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags in Manningham and 'Welcome' and/or 'Acknowledgment of Country' from meetings or Council functions
09:00	6.3 Petition - Retain existing Carport at 18 Canara Street, Doncaster East
09:40	7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
27:15	8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS
27:20	9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS
	10. CITY PLANNING
27:30	10.1 North East Link Project: Worker parking impacts to local community
44:20	11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES
44:25	12. CITY SERVICES
	13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY
44:35	13.1 Community Vision and Community Panel Recommendations - formal response
54:35	13.2 Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) - National general assembly motion - June 2025
1:02:05	13.3 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987
1:02:35	13.4 Informal Meetings of Councillors
1:03:05	14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
1:03:10	15. URGENT BUSINESS
1:03:15	16. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME
1:17:45	17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

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Coming in 2025: Manningham’s new public EV charging stations

… Doncaster East Village and Devon Plaza Shopping Centre Jackson Court Macedon Square and Plaza Templestowe Village Tunstall …

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UPDATED: 16 September 2025 with revised timeline.

Owning an electric vehicle (EV) in Manningham will soon be more convenient.

We’re partnering with Jolt Charge and Evie Networks to roll out 9 public electric vehicle charging stations in 2025 and 2026 – powered by 100 per cent renewable energy.

What is a public EV charger?

Although they’re privately owned, public EV chargers are on public land and available for everyone to use – all day, every day. The universal chargers are accessible to every electric vehicle.

Public EV charging network benefits

Electric vehicle use is booming, with more people switching every day.

Ensure that EV charging is accessible and practical
Many EV owners rely on public chargers to power up while on the go, or because they don’t have the infrastructure at home. A public charging network will ensure that residents living in apartments, rental properties or areas without dedicated parking can access EV chargers.
Reduce our transport emissions
Transport accounts for nearly a quarter of Manningham’s carbon emissions. This rate is higher than other local governments in Melbourne – and nationally.
Encouraging more people to use electric vehicles powered by renewable energy will help decrease our transport emissions and reach Manningham's net zero emissions target by 2035.
Boost local businesses with enhanced car parking
It's proven that EV users visit shops and activity centres that provide EV chargers. While charging, they can explore nearby shops, businesses, and recreational facilities.
Increase driver confidence
EV users can travel confidently in and around Manningham, knowing they can rely on a network of fast chargers to top up on the go.
Create a cleaner and greener Manningham
Powered by 100 per cent renewable energy, the charging network will help reduce transport emissions, improve local air quality and reduce noise pollution.

Charger locations

The nine new public EV charging stations will be conveniently located near commercial, recreational and tourist destinations.

The specific locations of the charging bays will depend on access to power supply.

Sites we’re exploring include:

Doncaster Reserve (near Jackson Court), Doncaster East
Templestowe Village, Templestowe
Bulleen Road, Bulleen
Devon Plaza, Doncaster East
Donburn Village, Doncaster East
Lawford Road (near Westfield), Doncaster
Mullum Mullum Stadium, Donvale
Pines Learning and Activity Centre, Doncaster East
Donvale Reserve, Donvale
Warrandyte (location TBC)
MC Square, Doncaster
Macedon Square, Templestowe Lower

About the chargers

Each charging station will be operated by either Jolt or Evie.

Both chargers are powered by 100 per cent renewable energy through government accredited GreenPower.

Each provider offers a distinct product and service, giving you more options for charging.

Their services are summarised below.

	Jolt Charge	Evie Networks
Type	25kW and 50kW DC fast chargers.	75kW DC ultra fast chargers.
Indicative speed	75km to 125km of range in 30 minutes.	150km of range in 30 minutes.
Plug	Tethered CCS2 plugs at all sites. CHadeMO plugs at select sites.	Tethered CCS2 plugs at all sites. CHadeMO plugs at select sites.
Services and costs	7 kWh free daily charge (up to 50 km of range).* Additional charge at 59 cents per kWh, depending on site. *Free charging is subsidised by the digital advertising screens featured on Jolt’s chargers.	58 to 68 cents per kWh, depending on site.
Payment	Payment through JOLT app. No paid subscription required.	Payment through Evie app or RFID card. No paid subscription required.
e-Bikes	e-Bike chargers with standard 10A outlet at select locations. Cable not provided.

How much will the project cost?

There will be no cost to us to install and operate the infrastructure. The chargers will be located on our land, however Jolt Charge and Evie Networks will cover all expenses for the chargers, including ongoing maintenance. The chargers are based on a user-pay model, with charging costs at standard market rates.

How are they powered?

The chargers are powered by 100 per cent renewable energy through government accredited GreenPower.

Find out more

Visit the Victorian Government or Electric Vehicle Council website.

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Doncaster East Village and Devon Plaza Shopping Centre

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Council Meeting 30 May 2023

… Street Doncaster 5:28 6.2 Footpath construction in Carlton Court, Templestowe 6:07 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME 13:07 8. …

Meeting Date: 30 May 2023
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.

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Time Stamps

Timecode	Item
4.25	5. PRESENTATIONS
4:33	6. PETITIONS
4:38	6.1 Parking restrictions in Rose Street Doncaster
5:28	6.2 Footpath construction in Carlton Court, Templestowe
6:07	7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
13:07	8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS
13:17	9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS
13:20	9.1 Planning application PLA22/0031 for an amendment to Planning Permit PL 14/024793 at 1026-1030 Doncaster Road, Doncaster East
22:58	10. CITY PLANNING
23:05	10.1 Shopping Centre Upgrade Plan
33:35	10.2 Community Local Law 2023
47:23	10.3 New Committees - Liveable Places and Spaces Advisory Committee (LPSAC) and Historical Societies Working Group (HSWG) - Endorse Terms of Reference
52:11	11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES
52:17	12. CITY SERVICES
52.20	12.1 March 2023 Capital Works Status Report
57:10	13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY
57:15	13.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3 (January-March), 202/23
1:01:35	14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
1:01:40	14.1 Proposed 10 year Financial Plan 2023/24 to 2032/33
1:07:46	14.2 Proposed 2023/24 Budget
1:22:50	14.3 Informal Meeting of Councillors
1:23:25	14.4 Documents for Sealing
1:23:50	15. NOTICES OF MOTION
1:23:55	15.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Tomas Lightbody (NOM No. 2/2023)
1:25:46	16. URGENT BUSINESS
1:23:53	17. COUNCILLORS REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME
1:39:55	18. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

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Manningham Community Awards

… facilities have been transformed with upgrades including court resurfacing and new lighting. Membership has grown by …

Congratulations to the winners of the Manningham Community Awards, which were announced on 16 September 2025.

The awards program celebrated individuals and groups who have gone above and beyond in making Manningham a better place to live, work and visit over the past 12 months.

The awards recognise achievements in 8 categories, with one of these category winners named Manningham Citizen of the Year.

More than 70 nominations were received for the 2025 awards, highlighting many outstanding achievements across the community. Thank you to everyone who helped shine a light on those who go above and beyond.

Nominations for the 2026 Manningham Community Awards will open in March. We look forward to learning about more of the incredible people and groups who contribute to the Manningham community.

Congratulations to the 2025 winners and finalists

Leon Moore

Bulleen Tennis Club

Chinese Senior Citizens Club

Warrandyte Arts Association

Warrandyte Pink Ladies

Men's Shed at Veneto Club

Kevin Heinze Grow

Niosha Khademideljou

Winners and finalists

Citizen of the Year

Selected by the judging panel from the eligible category award winners for their outstanding contribution to the Manningham community in the past 12 months.

Leon Moore

Doreen Stoves Excellence in Volunteering

Recognising an individual who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to volunteerism.

Winner: Leon Moore

Leon established the Laughing All Abilities Really Friendly Singers (LAARFS). The choir, which meets weekly, has more than 70 members, who live with chronic conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, cancer and dementia.

Finalists:

Brenda Humphreys
Sandrajane Vincent-Corry

Active Community

Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to community participation in active lifestyles, sports or physical activity.

Winner: Bulleen Tennis Club

Under the committee’s leadership, the club’s facilities have been transformed with upgrades including court resurfacing and new lighting. Membership has grown by more than 70% with expanded junior and senior competitions, veterans’ tennis and social play.

Finalists:

Ruffey Runners
Tony Gibson

Ageing Well

Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to enhancing the lives of older residents, fostering social connection, safety or active ageing.

Winner: Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc.

With more than 1000 members and 200 volunteers, the club is one of the largest in Manningham. It has delivered more than 60 free weekly classes, as well as educational talks, performances and major cultural celebrations over the past year.

Finalists:

Richard Davis
Scones Together

Artistic Achievement

Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to Manningham’s creative community, sparking artistic, cultural or creative expression.

Winner: Warrandyte Arts Association

The association has supported more than 170 members across several groups including life drawing, pottery, writing and theatre.

Finalists:

Jazz in the Park
Now and Not Yet Gallery

Community Excellence

Recognising a community organisation or group that has delivered outstanding programs or initiatives contributing to the wellbeing, development and cohesion of the Manningham community.

Winner: Warrandyte Pink Ladies

The group has been passionate in their efforts to raise funds, awareness and support for those affected by breast cancer.

Finalists:

Ajani Neighbourhood House
United Muslim Migrants Association of Victoria

Community Health and Wellbeing

Recognising an individual or group who has enhanced health, wellbeing or resilience in the community, whether through advocacy, program development or direct service delivery.

Winner: Men’s Shed at the Veneto Club

The group has created a welcoming and supportive space for men of all ages and backgrounds to connect, share, support one another, and improve men’s mental health.

Finalists:

CareNet
Kathy Monley

Inclusive Community

Recognising an individual or group who has actively contributed to community accessibility, inclusivity or diversity.

Winner: Kevin Heinze Grow

The organisation’s inclusive, nature-based programs support people of all abilities. These include Café Kevin, which provides hospitality training and the Grow Program that offers experience in gardening, cooking and sustainability.

Finalists:

Catalyst Training and Disability Services
Zakir Fakhri

Young Achiever

Recognising a young person aged under 25, who has made a positive impact within the Manningham community through demonstrated leadership, innovation, or commitment to helping others.

Winner: Niosha Khademideljou

A former Manningham Youth Advisory Committee member, Niosha is now a crisis supporter with Lifeline Naarm and has helped provide children’s spiritual education classes and inclusive school holiday festivals.

Finalists:

David Edgecombe
Sina Emadi

How are the awards judged?

Nominations were assessed against a set criteria and reviewed by the judging panel. This year’s panel included the Manningham Mayor, Director Connected Communities, the previous Citizen of Year recipient (in 2025 this will be the previous Manningham Civic Awards Citizen of the Year) and 2 members of Council’s advisory committees.

Eligibility and Terms and Conditions

Find out more about nomination eligibility and what is required of the winners.

Eligibility

To be eligible for nomination, the nominee must meet the following criteria:

The nominee must reside in Manningham.
Nominators must have the permission of the person/group they are nominating, prior to applying.
Previous recipients of the Manningham Community Awards, or preceding Manningham Civic Awards, are ineligible to receive the same Award within a 10-year period.
For the Manningham Young Achiever Award, the nominee must be under 25 years old on 30 June of the nominating year.
Manningham Councillors, Manningham Council employees, Manningham Council Programs and Committees, State and Federal politicians are not eligible, but are encouraged to nominate others.

Nomination Terms and Conditions

Self-nominations are accepted, however written references will be required to support the nomination.
Nominees can only be nominated once and in a single category. Nominations across multiple categories are not accepted. However, multiple supporting documents can be attached to the nomination.
All questions on the nomination form must be answered.
All nominators will be told the outcome of their application in August 2025, with each category having a maximum of three finalists.
The winner of each category will be amongst the notified finalists and will be announced at the Awards Ceremony in September 2025.
All finalists must be able to attend the Award Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
Each finalist will be issued a complimentary ticket plus two tickets for additional guests (3 in total per finalist).
The winner of each category must be willing to share their achievements within the 12 months following the award, including promotional campaigns and photo opportunities.
The winner of the Manningham Citizen of the Year Award will be invited to join the assessment panel for the subsequent year’s awards.
Unsuccessful nominees and finalists may be re-nominated in subsequent years.

The decision of the judging panel is final, and no correspondence will be entered into in respect of the decision.

Awards selection criteria

Manningham Citizen of the Year Award

This award is not open for direct nomination.
The Citizen of the Year will be chosen by the judging panel from the winners of all other categories, excluding:
- The Manningham Community Excellence Award.
- Any category winner which was a group, not an individual.
The panel will assess each eligible finalist for their outstanding contribution to the Manningham community within the last 12 months.
This is an individual-only award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Doreen Stoves Excellence in Volunteering Award

The nominee must have demonstrated ongoing commitment to volunteerism over the past 12 months and reflect the values and dedication exemplified by the late Doreen Stoves AM PSM JP.
This is an individual-only award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Active Community Award

The nominee must have contributed to community participation in active lifestyles, sports or physical activity in Manningham over the past 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Ageing Well Award

The nominee must have contributed to enhancing the lives of older residents in Manningham, fostering social connection, safety or active ageing over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Artistic Achievement Award

The nominee must have contributed to Manningham’s creative community, sparking artistic, cultural or creative expression in the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Community Excellence Award

The nominee must have delivered outstanding programs or initiatives contributing to the wellbeing, development, and cohesion of the Manningham community over the last 12 months.
This is a community organisation or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Community Health and Wellbeing Award

The nominee must have enhanced health, wellbeing or resilience within the Manningham community, whether through advocacy, program development or direct service delivery over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Inclusive Community Award

The nominee must have actively contributed to community accessibility, inclusivity or diversity in Manningham over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Young Achiever Award

The nominee must have made a positive impact within the Manningham Community through demonstrated leadership, innovation or commitment to helping others over the last 12 months.
This is an individual-only award.
The nominee must be under 25 years old on 30 June 2025.

2026 Nominations

Nominations for the 2026 Manningham Community Awards will open in March.

We look forward to learning about more of the incredible people and groups who contribute to the Manningham community.

Grants and Funding

Do you want a new public toilet on the Mullum Mullum Trail? Let us know!

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We’re proposing to install a new public toilet along the Mullum Mullum Trail, near the park at 16 Conos Court in Donvale.

This location was carefully chosen for its accessibility, ease of maintenance, and minimal environmental impact, avoiding the sewer pipe on the eastern side of the trail.

Why it’s needed

Public toilets make trails more accessible and allow more people to use them – for longer.

Whether you’re a walker, runner, cyclist, or family with young children, this new facility would provide a much-needed convenience for trail users.

What’s included?

A standard and accessible toilet to cater to all users
Baby and child change facilities for family-friendly use
Natural and powered lighting, inside and out
A water tank for environmentally friendly natural water supply.

The facility would be well maintained,cleaned daily and open between 6.00am and 10.00pm.

Have your say

Would you like to see a public toilet here? Let us know! Complete our online survey by 5.00pm on Monday 9 December 2024.

This project is part of our Public Toilet Plan.

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