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:

• Go on a bush park discovery walk with Environment Officers as they explore why Currawong Bush Park is known as the best little wilderness in town
• Survive a live wildlife show presented by Reptile Encounters
• Experience nature as a place to play, imagine, relax and explore.

Participant information:

• Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time.
• Come prepared and dress for the weather on the day. Please wear closed-toed footwear.
• Don’t forget to bring a snack and water bottle for morning tea.
• In the event of extreme weather, this event will be cancelled.
• Currawong Bush Park is protected habitat, dogs are not permitted in the park at any time.

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.

A free, fun and inclusive day connecting children with disabilities to local sport and active recreation opportunities.

Disability Sports Australia and Manningham Council invite children living with disabilities to our free Variety Abilities Unleashed Kids event. 

Proudly supported by Variety Victoria - The Children's Charity and Matchworks, this multi-sport come and try day marks the initial steps in the active journey of children living with disabilities.

Each event enables and empowers participants to discover local active opportunities within a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. 

Participants will be split into smaller groups upon registration. After a welcome at 10.00am, they will rotate across 4 to 6 stations. These activities will consist of modified  sport and active recreation with the use of adaptive equipment to suit the participants. The stations will be facilitated by specialised coaches with the support of students and community organisations.

Registrations are required - places are expected to fill quickly, so register today!

For children and youth aged 5 to 18 years.

Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!

All equipment will be provided.

These sessions are for primary school children aged seven to 14 years.  All genders are welcome, no prior paddle experience is needed.

This activity will be delivered by Paddle Victoria qualified coaches and guides. All guides and coaches have a Working with Children Check and a First Aid Certificate.

These sessions are being delivered in partnership with Manningham Council and Paddle Victoria as part of the Birrarung Riverfest 2025. Celebrate our river at one of 60+ events hosted over three weeks from 6–28 September. Whether you enjoy riverside walks, cleanups, creative workshops or paddling adventures, there's something for everyone at Riverfest. Riverfest is presented by the Yarra Riverkeeper Association and our partners Burndap Birrarung burndap umarkoo collaboration and Melbourne Water. Check out the full program of events here.

Gentleman Jim Slim, a dapper dude with attitude!

Gentleman Jim Slim is many things, Juggler, Magician, Unicyclist, Clown, Ringmaster, a complete Circus in one body! Is he from the East? Is he from the West? One thing is for certain, he is the Best!

Come and see him perform as he moves around the Tunstall Square Shopping Centre.

This event is part of the Manningham Placemaking Activations. 

With over 70 stallholders, discover handmade wares and produce, enjoy local buskers and have a family day in beautiful surrounds.

First Saturday of the month, 8.00am to 1.00pm (except on days with a fire danger rating of catastrophic).

There are two markets held in December, and no market in January.

For more information, visit Warrandyte Riverside Market.

Markets in Manningham

Markets run throughout the year in different locations across Manningham. Find one near you.

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Get into the Christmas spirit with a community Carols featuring young talent from the local primary schools, kindergarten and more. 

BBQ, soft drinks and glow novelties will be available for purchase.

Supported by Manningham Council and produced by the Lions Club of Park Orchards.

One Tree Hill nature walk is the jewel in the crown of the Warrandyte Kinglake Nature Conservation Link. Explore habitat for many species no longer found further south.

Distance: 8kms

Time: 4.5 hours

Rating: Difficult

BYO lunch and water

Meeting Date: 28 February 2023
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.         

Council meeting livestream

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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 in-person session, consultants will teach you an evidence-informed sleep and settling model of care.

Topics covered will include:

• Age specific development
• Normal sleep patterns
• Ways to deal with sleep difficulties
• Information about your wellbeing.

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.

Only parents who attend Manningham Maternal and Child Health service are eligible for this service.

Sessions are also available for older babies and toddlers. 

Events Partners

Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.

Our Nutrition Seminar teaches more than just healthy eating. Understand how our relationship with food impacts our mental, physical and emotional health.

Some key topics addressed in the seminar:

• How our behaviours and habits shape food choices
• How to improve your lifestyle
• Eating for longevity
• Nutrition strategies to support exercise
• How food affects mood

These skate classes aim to teach the fundamentals of skating which will provide confidence to skaters whilst having fun learning to skate.

Classes run every Wednesday  at David Perry Hall at Doncaster Secondary College.

$20 per person.

Wearing safety equipment is highly encouraged.

Skaters are welcomed and encouraged to bring their own skates and safety equipment.

Skates and safety equipment are available for hire and/or purchase. 

Alison Evans, from local digital marketing agency Pinpoint Local, is a specialist in Google Business Profile optimisation strategies.

In this session she will help you get what you need most - more customers, more leads and more sales with SEO strategies and a Google Business Profile.

Alison will also give you an insight into the new AI Google Search.

Join us for a presentation by John Harris, Principle Ecological Consultant at Wildlife Experiences to learn more about the Local Birds of Warrandyte.
John has worked in both the environmental and educational sectors, so this presentation is sure to be engaging and interesting!

The presentation will get you prepared for the upcoming Aussie Backyard Bird Count which is run each year by Bird Life Australia and supported by Manningham. All level of bird knowledge is welcome.
 

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system
•  finding local clubs and community groups 
• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.