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.
We are privileged to live surrounded by green open spaces and bushland in Manningham. From walking tracks along the Birrarung (Yarra River) to our many parklands and reserves, natural beauty is all around us. We all have a role to play in ensuring our local wildlife and plants thrive. Together, we can create a nature-positive legacy for future generations.
The Green Wedge
Learn about how we are protecting natural and rural values and what it means for residents living in the Green Wedge area.
Manningham's Backyard Diversity Series
Learn all about Manningham’s unique local wildlife and environment with TV Zoologist Chris Humfrey from Wild Action, ‘The Zoo That Comes to You’.
Increasing pedestrian movement
We plan the construction of our city’s footpaths, shared paths and trails by identifying the routes that pedestrians use more often on their journeys.
We use community feedback and other key areas to identify this network and locate where new footpaths are needed and plan for their construction.
Works to build a new footpath are prioritised by:
- the pedestrian demand
- the type of road
- its location relative to various facilities within the community
- the proximity to public transport.
Timeframes for new footpath projects can be affected by factors such as major road projects or large scale developments throughout Manningham.
Completed projects
GO Soccer Mums is an introductory football program designed specifically for women, where participants can have fun, meet new people, and learn basic football skills in a social, judgement-free environment.
It's not just for mums - but for all women! It doesn't matter if you have never kicked a football before - absolutely no experience in necessary - anybody can take part!
In 2022, our program has welcomed women from all walks of life! - Our Muslim community and any women, female-identifying, and non-binary participants.
Grab your friends or come on your own and make some new ones at this female-only social football program.
GO Soccer Mums is an initiative of Football Victoria proudly supported by VicHealth.
What to wear: Runners and clothes that allow you to move around in easy.
What to bring with you: A drink bottle.
#NoExperienceRequired | #NoJudgement
Join Volleyball Victoria and volunteers from Maroondah Volleyball in these school holiday clinics. These clinics are for beginners or those with some volleyball experience.
Program information
- this clinic is for primary school aged children
- suitable for all genders.
Terms and conditions
- Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $15. All other participants will be charged $60.
- To be eligible for the discounted ticket you must show a current ID with an address that has a Manningham postcode.
- 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, register your interest via the Maroondah Volleyball website.
Join Volleyball Victoria and volunteers from Maroondah Volleyball in these school holiday clinics. These clinics are for beginners or those with some volleyball experience.
Program information
- this clinic is for secondary school aged children
- suitable for all genders.
Terms and conditions
- Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $15. All other participants will be charged $60.
- To be eligible for the discounted ticket you must show a current ID with an address that has a Manningham postcode.
- 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, register your interest via the Maroondah Volleyball website.
Active Manningham will be running a free Intro to Strength class.
This class offers beginners an overview of strength training basics, equipment usage, and the benefits of this style of training. It emphasizes safe and effective techniques, making it ideal for those new to strength training.
Due to limited spaces registration is essential.
有关于FOGO的问题吗?我们有答案。
不太清楚新的 FOGO 服务如何运作?
欢迎参加我们的在线问答环节,我们友善的工作人员将回答您的任何疑问。
有關於FOGO的問題嗎?我們有答案。
不太了解新的FOGO服務如何運作?
歡迎參加我們的網上問答環節,我們友善的工作人員將回答您的任何疑問。
Have a FOGO question? We’ve got the answer.
Not quite sure how the new FOGO service works?
Drop in to one of our casual online Q and A sessions where our friendly staff will be available to answer any of your queries.
Please note: this session will be run in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Come and try orienteering.
Orienteering is a sport in which participants use a map and compass to find points in the landscape.
Easy courses for beginners with coaching and assistance available on the day.
No equipment required.
Register beforehand or just turn up on the day.
Bring your friends and family along and try something new!
Kickstart the holiday fun!
Join the Football Star Academy for some action-packed fun and games on the field. No previous football (soccer) experience required.
Program information
- suitable for all genders
- this activity is for kids aged five to 12 years.
Terms and conditions
- Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $10. All other participants will be charged $50.
- 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, register your interest now via phone 0424 253 549 or email vic23.football@sportstaracademy.com.
Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.
Find out about Victoria's container deposit scheme or register to become a donation partner. ...
Victoria’s first Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) is now operating.
The Scheme will help to reduce litter in local streets and parks.
Visit the CDS website to find out more.
Find a refund point
You can now return eligible beverage containers for a refund. Reverse vending machines and over the counter and depot refund points are operating in Manningham.
Browse the list of sites below or view sites on a map.
Reverse vending machines are automated, purpose-built and can capture up to 10,000 eligible containers each day. They can be used from 7.00am to 8.00pm daily and include sound proofing and external lighting.
Mullum Mullum Reserve
1 - 41 Springvale Road, Donvale, VIC 3111. Located in the Donvale Bowls Club carpark.
Pettys Reserve
61 - 77 Reynolds Road, Templestowe, VIC 3106.
Rieschiecks Reserve
125 - 149 George Street, Doncaster East, VIC 3109. Located in the Tom Kelly carpark.
Ted Ajani Reserve
284 Thompsons Road, Templestowe Lower, VIC 3107.
Templestowe Reserve
94 - 140 Porter Street, Templestowe, VIC 3106.
Over the counter refund points are located within local businesses and organisations, once you hand over your containers, they will count them and provide a refund.
Jiamei Asian Food Lower Templestowe
3 Macedon Road, Templestowe Lower, VIC 3107
Park Orchards Milk Bar
588 Park Road, Park Orchards, VIC 3114
Depots are able to sort and count large loads of eligible beverage containers and you can either walk-through or drive-through to get your containers counted.
The Grange Mini Mart Templestowe
2 The Grange, Templestowe, VIC 3106
Wonga Park Cellars and General Store and Fuel Station
323 Yarra Road, Wonga Park, VIC 3115
Are you new to composting? Come along and learn from the experts at Compost Community. They will show you how to get started on your composting journey.
Topics will include:
- choosing a system that suits your lifestyle
- adding organics
- using the finished compost.
The session will cover the three main types of composting – traditional compost, worm farming and bokashi.
Join Veronica from A Hand to Help as she shares tried and true methods to help:
- downsize
- declutter
- and spring clean to make space for growth and new possibilities.
Plus, how to recycle to reduce landfill in a mindful and thoughtful way, and part with possessions while reflecting on the memoires they evoke.
This is a free event, however registrations are essential.
Contact Pines Learning to register.
Find some of the finest art this state has to offer, all within Manningham. The joy of creation, the play of colour and design, the appeal to your senses, all come together in the vibrant art and culture of Manningham.
Heide Museum of Modern Art
Discover the culturally significant Heide Museum of Modern Art, one of Australia’s most important cultural institutions.
Established back in 1934, the history of the Heide MoMA shines through with artists, writers and intellectuals all having called Heide home. Inside Heide, you are spoiled with travelling exhibitions and the gardens are dotted with sculptures and art as well as a working kitchen garden.
Manningham Art Gallery
Find an eclectic program of contemporary art exhibitions at the Manningham Art Gallery, offering curated exhibitions from local and international artists.
Enjoy classes in creativity, painting, drawing and more, at the Manningham Art Studios and find your own creative side.
Warrandyte Historical Society
The Warrandyte Historical Society is home to a collection of early white settlement memorabilia. Pop in on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
Public Art
Manningham residents and visitors can enjoy public artwork at various sites across the municipality, with nearly 20 unique works having been commissioned or acquired by Manningham Council in recent decades. These include the iconic 'Gateway' sculptures Sentinel, helmet and River Peel that mark the major entrances to the city.
Find the captivating and artistic side of Manningham.
Looking for a different local experience?
Come down to Leeds Street Sports Centre and try the sport Pickleball.
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. It's easy to learn, low impact and easy to play for all ages.
So come along to this free session guided by Pickleball Victoria, and learn the rules, tips on play, and get the most out of your new favourite activity!
No registration necessary.
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.
Always wanted to grow your own vegetables, fruit and flowers but don't know where to start? This session is for you!
Join author and renowned horticulturist Justin Calverley as he presents on the basics of plant choice and care, planting seedlings and seeds, soil and growing media, and basic design techniques.
Hosted at the wonderful Doncaster Hill Community Garden, you will see hands-on demonstrations of skills and techniques. By the end, you will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to start growing your own organic herbs, vegetables and fruit, in your garden or on your balcony.
Tickets for this event are limited, so please book in early!
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.
Please see our events section for other upcoming sessions.
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Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
To achieve our vision of a high quality, sustainable urban design environment, Doncaster Hill has a number of unique processes in place - in addition to the Manningham Planning Scheme provisions.
The tools below are designed to help you navigate more efficiently through the planning permit application process when developing in Doncaster Hill.
View construction specifications for the boulevard
Find out about the boulevard construction specifications for developments located along Doncaster, Williamsons and Tram Roads (including the ceding of land to Council).
Submit a Construction Management Plan
Find out how we manage the protection of neighbourhood amenity and assets during construction
Supply a 3D model visualisation
All new major developments planned within Doncaster Hill are now required to supply a 3D building file of the proposed development.
View requirements for water initiatives
Every planning permit issued within Doncaster Hill will include conditions for the submission of a Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) which achieves best practice outcomes. The SMP addresses a range of matters including water, energy and indoor environment quality.
With respect to water, it is a permit condition that the development must connect to Yarra Water’s recycled water and meet our stormwater objectives.
Microchipping your pet identifies and protects them.
Your pet must have a microchip prior to registration.
How microchips help your pets
Microchipping your pet is important because if they’re lost, we or animal shelters can identify them.
If you’d like to learn more about the benefits, visit microchipping information for dog and cat owners.
How microchips work
A microchip is a tiny computer chip the size of a grain of rice. Each chip has a unique number and when scanned, will identify your pet. The number will be on the microchip registry and other details such as your:
- address
- contact details.
Do microchips hurt
The procedure takes a few seconds and is painless. A vet can microchip your pet.
The microchip implant will be just under your pet’s skin. Usually between the shoulder blades at the back of the neck.
Exemptions from microchipping
If you need an exemption, you’ll need to show proof from a vet of why the procedure will cause your pet harm.
Update your pet’s microchip details when moving house
If you’ve moved to a new place, update your pet’s microchip details with the domestic animal (microchip) registries.
Queensland Fruit Fly is now widespread in Manningham and is threatening fruit production in our local neighbourhoods.
Learn what damage Queensland Fruit Fly can cause and how we can be prepared for the upcoming Queensland Fruit Fly season.
This event will be held by the Doncaster Garden Club. The club meets monthly with speakers who talk about all things gardening in the Doncaster area.
They are a relaxed and friendly group and welcome new members.