Get ready for an inspiring movie during This Girl Can month! 

Join us for a special screening of Ride Like a Girl. The remarkable true story of a determined daughter of a horse trainer who dreams of becoming the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. Witness her journey of perseverance and passion on the big screen. 

What to bring: beanbag, cushions or a low camp chair.

Popcorn will be provided.

Parental guidance required - the movie is rated PG. 

Registrations are required.

#ManninghamGirlsCan

Experience Australia’s most loved sport through AFL Victoria’s free Footy 4 Fun event!

A footy experience full of fun activities, modified games and memorable moments to take home with you - come and try AFL Football.

For ages 5 to 12 years old.

All genders are welcome and encouraged to attend. 

No prior experience required.

Celebrate the Moon Festival 2024 in Manningham through a diverse array of cultural foods and activities. 

Come and enjoy  games, riddles, face painting, balloon modelling, lantern workshops and mooncake DIY workshops. There will also be an evening performance and lantern show. 

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Hong Kong by carrying a lantern and savoring a bite of  delicious mooncake. 

This full day community-led festival is presented by Victoria HongKongers Association and supported by Manningham Council's Community Grant Program.

These workshops are led by experienced instructors to create a fun environment that involves games with a social focus.

During a Learn to Skate session, children and young people build confidence by learning about skate skill development, injury prevention, skate park etiquette and equipment maintenance.

Suitable for  beginners to intermediate skate boarders.

All genders and all abilities are welcome to participate.

Equipment available to use at the session or bring your own if you have it!

Do you like your jazz cool or do you like it hot? We’ve got all of that for you and everything in between.

Come along and support a community concert band whose purpose is to provide a wide variety of enjoyable music for everyone throughout the year.

Having celebrated our 50th anniversary in 2024, we are now commencing the next exciting 50 years doing what we love most.

To add to the enjoyment, there will the always enjoyable multi-media presentation in conjunction with the music, which our regular Gala audience always loves.

Please, spread the word, encourage family and friends to come and enjoy a great evening.

Follow us:
- Instagram: @manninghamband
- Facebook: @manninghamband
- YouTube: @manninghamconcertband

How can people find out more about the event?
https://www.trybooking.com/DBWWQ

 

Come along to our 2025 Inspired Living Series panel to participate in an all-ages discussion on climate optimism and action. 

Lee Constable 

Lee is a science and sustainability presenter and edu-tainer. She is best known for hosting Network 10 kids’ science TV show Scope, as well as appearing on Studio 10 and War on Waste. Lee is the author of How to Save the Whole Stinkin’ Planet: A Garbological Adventure and How to Save the Whole Blinkin' Planet: A Renewable Energy Adventure. Lee uses comedy and humour on and off screen to reach untapped audiences and tackle the often-daunting topic of climate change. 

Ivy Sheng

Ivy is a 16-year-old student and youth advocate who is passionate about democracy, civic participation and community-led climate action. She is the creator and host of Taught, Not Told, a podcast that bridges generational gaps by sharing practical life lessons and personal stories from guests with diverse experiences – helping young people find clarity, direction and hope in an uncertain world. Ivy volunteers with the Australian Youth Climate Coalition and City of Boroondara’s ‘Youth Voice’ reference group, where she works to make climate conversations more inclusive, grounded and hopeful.

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.

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Join us for the opening celebration for wonguim wilam, our community park and play space that has been five years in the making!

We'll have a BBQ, coffee and cakes, speeches and live music. 

This is a free event and no registration is required.

For more information about the upgrade, visit our wonguim wilam Your Say page.

Our event program:

11.00 am – Our event begins with free coffee and a BBQ

11.20 am – the official proceedings will commence

11.45 am – the celebration continues with musical entertainment

1.00 pm – the end of the event

Event update

The weather may be rainy, so please bring wet weather gear.

If you can, bring along your reusable coffee cup and water bottle for drinks! We’re offering free coffee, and the park has drink taps to refill your water.

We’ll be closing the wonguim wilam car park before and during the event, so please allow some extra time to find parking if you plan to drive.

We encourage you also to consider sustainable transport options such as walking, riding a bike, catching the bus or carpooling.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Warrandyte Community Church, in conjunction with the local churches of Warrandyte, presents the Warrandyte Community Carols.

Come and enjoy the festive atmosphere at Stiggants Reserve. Celebrate Christmas by singing carols, mingling with friends and enjoying the positive ambience.

Local singers and musicians will perform for the wellbeing of local residents.

Bring a picnic or buy food and drinks from the food trucks on site.

Santa will visit with a lolly toss for children, supported by the local CFA.

Chaharshanbeh Suri, a significant Iranian festival celebrated just before Norooz, is a cherished cultural event organised by the 

Australian Iranian Society of Victoria. 

The fusion of Chaharshanbeh Suri and the Taste of Persia food festival is set to create a vibrant and unforgettable cultural experience, offering a unique blend of traditional festivities and the rich flavors of Persian cuisine. This event is expected to attract a diverse crowd, fostering a sense of community and shared celebration  filled with joy, laughter, and the delectable aromas of Persian culinary delights.

Held at Ruffey Lake Park - King Street side. 

The Australian Air League Doncaster Squadron warmly welcomes Manningham families to our free open night.

Come and discover this outstanding community program for girls and boys aged 8 to 18, where we nurture skills and offer unique opportunities in:

• leadership
• community service
• aviation opportunities.
   

Experience the squadron in action as you join our weekly parade night and hear from some of the cadets about why they enjoy being in the Air League.

Doncaster Squadron meets weekly on Monday nights from 7.00pm to 9.00pm for drill and education. Our yearly calendar offers exciting events such as flying days, competitive events, educational events and social occasions. 

Free entry - registration essential. 

To register please email oc.doncaster@airleague.com.au.

Celebrate National Tree Day by joining our annual community planting session along the Mullum Mullum Creek trail on Sunday 27 July from 10.00am to 12.00pm.

Bring your family and friends along to help enhance a habitat corridor along the creekline and surrounds.

With your help, we aim to plant more than 3,000 indigenous young plants.

Our team will provide advice on how and where to plant the plants to support local habitat.

What to bring

We'll provide all the tools, equipment and plants. All you need to bring is a personal water bottle, sturdy shoes and any snacks.

Where to meet

Please enter via Reynolds Road, Donvale. Parking is available at the Mullum Mullum sports precinct. Planting will be along the creek trail, marked with signage and marquees.

After the resounding success of last year's event, the Good Vibrations All Abilities Disco is back!

This year's theme is superheroes. So, dust off your fancy dress costumes, get all your mates together and lets see you boogying the night away.

Entry to the event is free and there will be a prize for the best costume.

This event is presented by the Rotary Club Of Doncaster and supported by the Bendigo Bank (Doncaster East and Templestowe).

The Yaluk Langa Community Day at Heide Museum of Modern Art will celebrate the continuing creative culture and traditions of the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung people , Heide's traditional owners.

Bring your picnic for this free community day, and learn about the Indigenous history of the local landscape and the role everyone can plan in caring for Country.

Wurundjeri Elders will share stories around the cultural practice behind the recent tree scarring and shield projects, funded by Manningham Council, and lead art making activities and the planting of native grasses in Yaluk Langa.

Photograph credit: Clytie Meredith 

Term 4 Superkick Program at Doncaster Junior Football Club.

Superkick is designed specifically for children of all genders aged 7 to 12 years to help develop their skills, without the pressure.

Each session starts with 15 minutes of practice before putting skills into action with up to 45 minutes of modified game play.

One-handed tag replaces any form of tackle, removing any pressure on participants and allowing them to develop in an inclusive environment at their own pace.

All girls groups are available.

Find out more about Superkick.

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:

• EV technology and charging basics
• Common EV myths – and the facts
• Current and upcoming new and used EV options
• Where to find reliable EV information

A Q&A panel will follow, featuring:

• A Jolt Charge representative (public EV charging in Manningham)
• A Solar Savers supplier (home EV charger options)

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. 

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. 

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We're counting down to Carols!

Manningham Carols by Candlelight returns on Friday 12 December, bringing festive cheer to Ruffey Lake Park from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

Experience a magical evening of live music, entertainment and delicious food under the stars – capped off by a dazzling fireworks display.

This year’s event will be hosted by star entertainer and performer Lucy Durack and local Carols favourite Richard Thomas.

This is a FREE, but ticketed event. By registering, you'll receive important event information, including any announcements in the case of severe weather.
 

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Warrandyte Tennis Club and Happy Little Learners present: Learning the fun way - free two week trial.

Come along for a free two week trial of our all new Learning the Fun Way - through music, movement and play program.

Sessions are designed for children 6 months to 7 years. Children are supported by their parents/carers to learn a huge range of age-appropriate skills and understandings in a creative, fun and interactive way.

Separate classes will be offered, specifically catering for children with ASD, ADHD or learning difficulties.

Where applicable, please include a description of your NDIS goals or ILP goals, to ensure we can cater towards your specific needs.

Class timetable

Mondays: 

• Kinder kids (4 year olds) - 9.45am to 10.30am
• Babies (6 months to walking) - 10.45am to 11.15am
• ASD / ADHD (3 to 5 year olds) - 11.30am to 12.45pm plus 30 minutes 'stay and play' 12.45am to 1.30pm

Wednesdays:

• Kinder kids (4 year olds) 9.45am to 10.30am
• Toddlers (walking to 3 year olds) 10.45am to 11.15am
• ASD / ADHD (5 to 7 year olds) 4.00pm to 4.45pm plus 30 minutes 'stay and play' 4.45pm to 5.30pm

Kelly Sports has summer entertainment covered with a jam-packed holiday program filled with sport and recreation activities. From soccer and cricket, to tag games, kids will have a blast staying active and learning new skills.

The Kelly Sports team are supportive and encouraging. Their aim is to help kids get active, develop skills, build confidence and gain a lifelong love for sports and recreation.

Manningham Council are partnering with Kelly Sports to offer a limited number of low-cost, full and half day places in their holiday program. 

Participants can select from a range of activities, times and days. Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.

Program information

• classes are for children aged 4 to 12 years
• participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate
• only one application can be submitted per child

How to apply

To secure one of the low-cost places, register your interest now via the online form. Once you have submitted the form, a Council officer will contact you to confirm registration into your nominated Kelly Sports program.

Please note: applications are an expression of interest only and submission does not confirm a place the program.

View the full program

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. 

Exclusive early bird offer 

Program information

• classes are for students over three years of age
• no partial bookings (you must sign up for the full five days)
• no refunds - credits may be permitted if a medical certificate is provided before the program commences
• all participants must follow the Watch Around Water requirements
• all children under 10 years are required to have an adult (parent/guardian) supervising them while at Aquarena. Children will not be able to participate in lessons if there is no adult present to supervise.