Find your local is here to help you discover and explore the many unique products, services, food experiences and outdoor adventures that are all here in Manningham!
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Check out some of the things you can do with family and friends, right on your doorstep!
Walking and bike trails through bushland in the Warrandyte State Park. Along the Mullum Mullum Creek and Yarra River (Warrandyte River Reserve) and through wide open spaces of Ruffy Lake Park and Westerfolds Park. Encounter an abundance of native flora and fauna. Join the Main Yarra Trail at Finns Reserve and ride all the way to the city!
- adventure playgrounds at Wombat Bend, Warrandyte River Reserve and Ruffy Lake
- wineries, distilleries and fine dining in Warrandyte South and Wonga Park
- local shopping centres at Jackson Court, Templestowe Village and Tunstall Square and more
- the Yarra River – enjoy walking trails, canoeing, fishing and swimming
- culturally significant Heide Museum of Modern Art in Bulleen and the Manningham Art Gallery in Doncaster
- dog friendly parks at Finns Reserve in Lower Templestowe, Banksia Park in Bulleen or Stiggants Reserve in Warrandyte.
Ready to get out and explore? Check out how One Hour Out recently spent a day in Manningham.
How local businesses can get involved
Would you like to share something about your business with the Manningham community? This might be an introduction to your business or the story behind it. Or maybe a new product offering or upcoming event.
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Learn what works on Instagram today and the key elements for success ...
The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses.
From zero to Insta-hero: understanding Instagram for business newcomers
Designed for small business owners getting started with Instagram. Learn what works on Instagram today and the key elements for success.
We’ll show you what works and key elements for success. We will cover:
- the Instagram universe (Feed, Stories, Reels, Shop)
- tips for growth
- content approaches
- engagement strategies
- tips for approaching Instagram Influencers
- how to measure success
Bonus: We will also provide a range of additional resources and help, including templates and cheat sheets. Plus, a bonus a follow up question and answer troubleshooting session if you have questions as you work to create an action plan for your business.
About the speaker
Kirri Romero, Director and Chief Digital Strategist, The Online Fix
Kirri Romero is the lead digital strategist and principal consultant at the Online Fix, a strategy, mentoring and upskilling digital consultancy. Kirri has over 20 years of experience working in all facets of online, creating successful online experiences working in a variety of industries, from finance to education, food, fashion and health industries. She is a top-rated mentor and training facilitor for the Digital Solutions program, Business Resilience Program and Partners in Wellbeing program. Kirri has her own mentoring client book, she helps hundreds of businesses each year with their digital marketing strategy and tactical help to take action on their marketing.
Her foundational knowledge was gained during the formative years of growing the digital presence of Australian Super to what you see today and continues now with her own multi-channel marketing consultancy servicing a range of clients. As a result, her strategy and solutions work are grounded in up to the minute practical experience gained from operating the field.
The digital know how gained from years of working online and her in-depth understanding of the online environment has made her adept at adapting to the unfolding trends of digital while being able to quickly show her clients how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment.
Deer are destroying our most valuable assets. Hear what can be done to minimise the impact deer have on our precious environment. ...
Deer are destroying our most valuable assets. What can we do about it?
Did you know:
- deer are a serious threat to our bushland habitat. They destroy saplings and mature trees and compete for food with our native wildlife
- they are trashing our most important assets, our private properties, bushland, market gardens and farmland
- deer are ruining our waterways and endangering our drinking water
- deer threaten our community safety and are a serious collision risk on our roads
- deer can carry pathogens and harbour diseases which can be transmitted to our domestic stock and animals.
Speakers from Middle Yarra Landcare Network, Manningham Council and guest speaker John Harris from Wildlife and Ecology, Melbourne will talk about what can be done to minimise the impact deer have on our precious environment.
Learn how to master search engine optimisation and Google Business Profiles and boost your online presence. ...
The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses.
Boost your online presence: Mastering SEO and Google Business Profiles
Learn new and proven concepts to help you understand local search engine optimisation (SEO) and use Google Business Profiles to grow your business. This session will cover:
Local Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and why your business needs local SEO
- understanding how local SEO works and the process of ranking above or higher in the search engine results page (SERP).
- learn about ‘local ranking’ and how this type of SEO helps local businesses appear more prominently in the Local Pack, the Local Finder, in localised organic results, and on Google Maps.
- Google Local Pack - what is it?
Google Business Profile
- understand how to use Google Business Profile to grow your business
- how to claim your Google My Business listing
- how to optimise your Google Business Profile listing
- how to use Google posts
- how to get Google Reviews
- local SEO Pack and map rankings factors
Website local Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- understand local on page optimisation
- local content marketing, link building and technical SEO
- Google Analytics 4 (GA4) is Google's next-generation measurement solution - learn how to make the switch
About the speaker
Alison Evans - Pinpoint Local Business (Owner)
Pinpoint Local Business is a digital marketing agency providing SEO services for local business and is a specialist for Google Business Profile optimisation strategies (formerly Google My Business GMB).
Google Business Profile (GBP) allows your business to easily connect with customers across Google Search and Maps. If you run a local business that serves customers at a particular location, or you serve customers within a designated service area, then Google Business Profile is your gold nugget. GBP helps local consumers find your business.
Besides providing full GBP management and Local SEO services for local business, Alison also provides presentations, workshops, and one to one mentoring sessions.
Unlock your club's potential. Join our Planning for success workshop facilitated by Michael King from MK Consulting. ...
Discover the pathway to taking your club to new heights with our exclusive club development workshop - Planning for success (strategic planning). Learn the art of setting clear objectives, making informed decisions, and creating a roadmap for long-term success.
This session will be facilitated by Michael King from MK Consulting. Michael will share actionable strategies and real-world examples tailored to clubs of all sizes and backgrounds.
Whether you're an experienced club leader or just starting, this workshop equips you with the tools to drive your club toward greatness. It's also a great networking opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and build valuable connections.
What will be covered on the night?
This session will focus on key drivers behind planning for your clubs success, including:
- current state of play
- key market trends
- innovation and doing things different
- areas of development and further investment.
This is the third session of Manningham Council's club development workshop series.
Don't miss this chance to empower your club and make it stand out. Secure your spot today, and together, let's embark on the journey to club success!
A free and independent talk that will answer all of your questions about electric vehicle ownership, run by Manningham and the Australian Energy Foundation. ...
Are you intrigued by electric vehicles (EVs) but not yet clear about whether owning one will be a practical choice, of benefit to your household and help you to take action against climate change?
This information session will cover all aspects of EV ownership and help you understand:
- how an EV compares to a petrol-based car, in terms of price, running costs, travel range and longevity
- how and where to charge an EV - and how much electricity it will take
- the emissions and resource-use of EVs, compared to other modes of transport
- how you might future-proof your home for an EV, by installing or increasing rooftop solar
- what changes we might anticipate in the EV market over the coming years
- your eligibility for rebates
All Manningham residents who attend on the night will go into the draw to win a Virtual Home Energy Assessment worth $225!
This phone assessment will be tailored to your household, helping you to plan for a cost-effective and comfortable transition away from gas. We may contact the winner to check on progress in both reducing bills and making the home more energy efficient.
To attend this event, you must have an internet enabled PC or device and be able to download Zoom. Don’t have Zoom? Download it for free. You’ll be provided with the Zoom meeting link when you book.
This free information session is brought to you by Manningham and the Australian Energy Foundation. If you're unable to make the session, you can still learn more about how to keep your home cool while saving energy on the Australian Energy Foundation website.
This event is for Manningham residents only.
Check out all the things you can do - from exploring our nature, looking for fun activities or learning new skills.
Discover places and spaces
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.
Discover Aquarena
The Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre is one of the largest recreation and aquatic facilities in Victoria.
Resources to help you run your sport and recreation club
Whether you are looking to improve your club operations or increase participation - you can find useful information and templates to get you started.
Discover arts, crafts and theatre
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.
Find your local
Get to know our municipality through our local businesses.
Looking for a grant to fund an upcoming project?
View our range of grants available to assist your community group, club or arts practice.
Setting up a new business is an exciting and challenging time with many things to consider such as budgets, staffing, branding, operations and marketing. It's important to think about the big picture and how you would like to grow into the future.
Below you'll find a range of resources, tools and information available to support all types of local businesses.
Why start a business in Manningham?
We are here to help!
The Manningham Business Team are here to assist you with resources, networking events and various training programs throughout the year.
Get to know Manningham
Business essentials
Find out more about our suburbs
- Bulleen
- Doncaster
- Doncaster East
- Doncaster Hill
- Donvale
- Park Orchards
- Templestowe
- Templestowe Lower
- Wonga Park
- Warrandyte and Warrandyte South
When do you need a permit for your business?
Have a new business idea? Find out when you need a permit and where you can get advice.
Looking for volunteers?
Eastern Volunteers delivers services directly to the community and encourages and supports volunteering in the community.
Local business associations, networks and mentoring
There are a range of local associations that encourage networking and mentoring opportunities for small businesses as well as annual events and training.