Presented by Cancer Council Victoria and BreastScreen Victoria, this free session will cover topics such as
Content is particularly relevant to those up to 75 years of age, however all welcome.
Places are limited - bookings essential.
Carers Saturday cuppa and chat is a chance for all people who are currently caring for people with disability, illness, mental health issues and/or ageing to reconnect and find support over a free cuppa.
The session will be facilitated by Dr Nakisa Malakooti. Dr Malakooti is a carer and a neuroscientist and has lived at Manningham for the last 27 years. She is a strong advocate for carers, disability, mental health and dementia patients.
Solar Savers is a trusted local government initiative that has helped households and businesses go all-electric since 2019. This initiative is supported by us and is available to all Manningham residents.
Solar Savers takes the hassle out of home energy upgrades by vetting quality suppliers and negotiating competitive prices. The Council-backed program has now expanded to include more suppliers and product choices, as well as home energy assessments for personalised advice.
They can assist with quality and affordable rooftop solar, batteries, hot water heat pumps, reverse cycle air conditioners, induction cooktops, EV chargers, draught-proofing and insulation.
Solar Savers can provide you with:
Looking to go all-electric but not sure where to start? Would you like to improve comfort levels in your home, or learn where to get the most savings? A Home Energy Assessment is a great place to start.
A Home Energy Assessment, also known as a Scorecard Assessment, is a comprehensive evaluation of a home’s energy efficiency and sustainability. Assessments are conducted by Government-accredited home energy efficiency experts.
Homeowners may qualify for Victorian and Federal Government incentives for a range of energy efficient products and services. Through Solar Savers, you can learn about your eligibility for these discounts and loans.
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Manningham residents are going all-electric and reaping the rewards. Read about how they made the switch, as well as their top tips.
For country-raised Ken and his wife Joan, purchasing solar and a battery system simply made good sense.
Now, the Donvale residents are saving more with stable renewable energy.
Rising costs led Paul to decommission his central gas heating.
After just one summer, he is reaping the rewards of his new 9.02kW solar system and battery storage.
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:
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.
Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.
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:
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.
Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.
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 online session, consultants will teach you an evidence-informed sleep and settling model of care.
Topics covered will include:
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.
This session is designed specifically for Manningham parents of newborn babies aged between birth and 3 months.
Sessions are also available for older babies and toddlers.
Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.
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:
A Q&A panel will following, featuring:
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.
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.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
Nominations are now closed. Finalists will be announced on Wednesday, 30 July.
The new Manningham Community Awards recognise the outstanding contributions of those who are helping to shape our vibrant community.
The expanded program celebrates 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 individual category winners to be named Manningham Citizen of the Year.
Nominations are now closed. Thank you to everyone who took the time to recognise the many amazing contributions in our community.
Finalists will be announced on Wednesday 30 July.
Winners will then be announced at an Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September at the Manningham Function Centre.
Tickets will be available from 28 July at a discounted cost to Manningham residents.
Nominations are now closed.
Nominations are assessed against a set criteria and reviewed by a judging panel. The panel includes 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.
Finalists will be announced Wednesday 30 July.
Find out more about nomination eligibility and what is required of the winners.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The 2025 Manningham Community Awards will be announced at the Award Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September. Please note this has changed from the 11 September date advised in the June edition of Manningham Matters.
Tickets will be available for purchase at a subsidised cost for Manningham community members from Monday 28 July.
By going all-electric and improving the efficiency of your home, you can improve comfort and lower your energy bills.
Solar Savers is a local government initiative that helps residents go electric with trustworthy suppliers and quality products.
The Solar Savers program is expanding to provide greater choice, with more products and suppliers.
Join a series of informative webinars during August 2025 to learn about the exciting new offerings.
Session 5: Insulation and Draught Proofing
In this presentation, you'll learn about insulation and draught proofing, how they work and the benefits of installing them in your home. You will also hear from Solar Savers' panel of trusted suppliers, who will answer common questions about insulating and draught proofing your property.
Registration is essential.
Join us at further sessions throughout August:
| Solar, Batteries, and Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers | Tuesday 19 August, 7:00pm |
| Heat Pump Hot Water Systems | Wednesday 20 August, 12:00pm |
| Split Systems (Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning) | Thursday 21 August, 12:00pm |
| Induction Cooktops | Tuesday 26 August, 12:00pm |
| Home Energy Assessments | Thursday 28 August, 7:00pm |
Electrify Your Life
This event is part of our Electrify Your Life program, which supports residents to go all-electric at home, creating a brighter Manningham. Learn how to make the switch at Electrify Your Life.
By going all-electric and improving the efficiency of your home, you can improve comfort and lower your energy bills.
Solar Savers is a local government initiative that helps residents go electric with trustworthy suppliers and quality products.
The Solar Savers program is expanding to provide greater choice, with more products and suppliers.
Join a series of informative webinars during August 2025 to learn about the exciting new offerings.
Session 1: Solar, batteries and EV chargers
In this presentation, the Solar Savers team will cover:
Learn how these products work and their benefits. You will also hear from Solar Savers' panel of trusted suppliers, who will answer common questions about these products.
Registration is essential.
Join us at further sessions throughout August:
| Heat Pump Hot Water Systems | Wednesday 20 August 12:00pm |
| Split Systems (Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning) | Thursday 21 August 12:00pm |
| Induction Cooktops | Tuesday 26 August 12:00pm |
| Insulation and Draught Proofing | Wednesday 27 August 7:00pm |
| Home Energy Assessments | Thursday 28 August 7:00pm |
Electrify Your Life
This event is part of our Electrify Your Life program, which supports residents to go all-electric at home, creating a brighter Manningham. Learn how to make the switch at Electrify Your Life.
Australia’s population is steadily increasing, prompting the need for new houses, shops and roads. While these developments are important for our community, they may have a negative impact on our local birds.
So, how do birds respond to urban development? Why do some species cope better than others? And what can we do to better support the more sensitive species?
To answer these questions, we’ve invited Dr Jacinta Humphrey to share her findings on what makes a residential street, urban park or private garden bird-friendly.
Speaker bio:
Dr Jacinta Humphrey (she/her) is an Urban Ecologist and Research Fellow with the ICON Science group at RMIT University. She completed her PhD at La Trobe University and continues to work with the Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary.
Her work explores Biodiversity Sensitive Urban Design (BSUD) and aims to find opportunities to enhance habitat for wildlife in residential streets, urban parks, schoolyards and private gardens. She also monitors the Birrarung Trial Floating Wetlands, a series of artificial habitat islands installed in the Yarra River (Birrarung), on behalf of The University of Melbourne.
This was formally part of a wider Balwyn Road reserve that is now limited to the narrow road pavement. Balwyn Link provides an attractive pedestrian link for local residents to Thompsons Road Local Centre and bus stop.
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
Join local ecologist John Harris as he takes you on a journey through Warrandyte State Park’s Fourth Hill.
John will undertake a bird survey and help you identify birds found in the Warrandyte area.
Walk rating: 3km moderate walk, includes steep and narrow sections, creek crossing, slippery sections and tripping hazards.
Food and snacks
A light breakfast will be provided at the end of the walk.
If you have any special dietary requirements, we recommend bringing your own food and snacks.
What to bring and wear
Bring a water bottle, wear solid shoes, weather appropriate clothing and bring your own binoculars so you don't miss a thing!
Download the Aussie Bird Count Smartphone Application on Android and Apple before the walk and bring your smartphone on the day.
Where to meet
The meeting place will be at Gold Memorial Drive Picnic Ground. 10 minutes before the walk starts.
Please note: the nature walk could be cancelled due to extreme weather.
This event is part our Manningham Spring Outdoors Series, where we offer a range of fun outdoor activities across Manningham.
You can also check what’s happening across other Councils by visiting the Spring Outdoors website.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
Marcus Reserve is close to Bulleen Heights Primary School and Marcus Road is part of a proposed on road bicycle north- south link between Bulleen and Templestowe Lower.
A Council drain runs through the Reserve and with its flat and attractive topography, the Reserve serves its function as ‘green’ open space in a residential area. There are three playgrounds in this locality within a 300 metre radius.
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
All gardens begin and end in the soil. In this workshop we will dive into the world of soil and how to care for it so your indigenous / wildlife garden flourishes and becomes a welcome home for wildlife.
There are many simple ways to improve the soil in your garden and the paybacks can be huge, improving the local environment, supporting wildlife and maintaining a productive and beautiful garden. This webinar will introduce you to the science of soil, and provide tips on how to protect and improve soil for a wildlife garden in an environmentally beneficial way.
Topics covered:
This series of workshops by Sustainable Gardening Australia aims to give you the skills and knowledge to plan and build a wildlife friendly garden at home. All seminars are at Currawong Bush Park Conference Centre, Reynolds Road Doncaster East. Supper is at 6:45pm and the seminar begins at 7:00pm sharp.
Advocacy is an important way for us to provide a voice for the community on issues that matter. This is an essential role of local government.
We are advocating to influence state and federal governments to fund important priority projects around planning, transport, infrastructure and services.
This includes seeking funding support for seven major projects as well as a series of local sports infrastructure, road and footpath upgrades in Manningham.
Aquarena is Manningham’s sole aquatic centre, the outdoor area (built in 1960s) is a much-loved space, however, is at the end of its lifespan and requires a total refresh.
This facility serves the entire municipality, receiving 1.14 million visits annually, and without this redevelopment, Manningham Council will struggle to accommodate the growing demands of the community and the delivery of essential health and wellbeing outcomes effectively.
Manningham is the only municipality in metropolitan Melbourne without train or tram, making buses the only form of public transport for our residents.
Manningham Council has continuously advocated for a High Frequency Busway link along Doncaster Road corridor from Mitcham Station to the CBD.
Our community continue to raise concerns regarding the safety of the intersection at Ringwood-Warrandyte Road, Croydon Road, Husseys Lane and Brumbys Lane in Warrandyte South (commonly known as ‘5-ways’).
Manningham Council has been advocating to the State Government and directly to the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) for multiple years seeking help to fix this serious safety issue.
NELP has committed to deliver a like for like replacement of Doncaster Park and Ride whereas we are seeking a Transit Oriented Development with increased capacity.
There has been concern from the community over instances of noise and dust that have not triggered intervention.
We have been advocating for filters to be installed within the ventilation stack since 2019 through the Environmental Effects Statement (EES) Hearings.
The Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre is a highly successful service, engaging over 1200 individuals each week. The development of a new community house was identified as a high priority in Council’s Community Infrastructure Plan.
Neighbourhood/community houses are a shared responsibility with the State Government. Manningham Council has already demonstrated its commitment to this new building by purchasing the land for a new community house.
There is no dedicated community legal service located in Manningham.
Manningham has a high percentage of overseas born residents (44%) and an increasing number of very low-income residents (25%). These factors indicate that our population has a range of vulnerabilities and needs for a legal service that provides free or low-cost assistance in a service that caters for cultural and linguistic diversity.
Manningham’s open space network is facing increasing pressure from increased population density, major projects such as the North East Link, loss of private open space and tree canopy cover, climate change and increased demand for recreation facilities . Population forecasts an increase from 133,00 today to 149,000 by 2036, which will exacerbate the pressure on our open spaces.
We're advocating for a Doncaster Station to be included in the first phase of construction of the Suburban Rail Loop.
The Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance (EAHA) is a formal collaboration of six councils working to address the housing affordability crisis in Melbourne’s eastern metro region.
Improved transport infrastructure through Doncaster Hill will unlock and complement regional opportunities for improved access to jobs, educational and health facilities and to other community and social services.
Jumping Creek Road Wonga Park is in a unique and environmentally sensitive area. The road is being upgraded to improve safety for all users, including motorists, cyclists and pedestrians, whilst also protecting our wildlife and vegetation.
The works are expected to cost up to $21 million over the project life. This is a significant burden for the Manningham community, and we seek contributions from all levels of government to enable this project to proceed.
Did you know there are 20 virtual fence posts positioned along Jumping Creek Road, between Nelson Drive and the entrance to Warrandyte State Park’s Jumping Creek Reserve, to protect local wildlife and help reduce roadkill?
Installed by Manningham Council as part of the Jumping Creek Road upgrade, these innovative virtual fences are designed to save animals’ lives by releasing sound and light when a car approaches.
Manningham Mayor, Councillor Deirdre Diamante, said the initiative is an important step towards addressing wildlife road fatalities.
“These virtual fences are a fantastic way to protect our local wildlife, especially in areas where animals frequently cross the road,” Cr Diamante said.
“We strategically placed these fences near Jumping Creek, as animals use creeks as habitat corridors.”
“You will see the fence posts along the side of the road… and we encourage residents to be aware and help us keep our wildlife safe.”
While they might look like street posts, these virtual fences play a crucial role in enhancing road safey for both wildlife and drivers.
Local wildlife rescuer, Katja Gutwein, has seen the benefits of these fences firsthand.
“The virtual fence is a low-cost solution that has drastically reduced wildlife fatalities and improved safety for all road users,” Ms Gutwein said.
If you spot any damage to the fences, contact Manningham Council on 9840 9333 or email environment@manningham.vic.gov.au.
The fences were installed as part of the Jumping Creek Road upgrade, which aims to improve road safety for all road users.
For more information on this project, visit yoursay.manningham.vic.gov.au/jumping-creek-road-upgrade.
As part of the North East Link Project (NELP), Doncaster Park and Ride will be closed from January 2025 and temporary bus stops will be put in place along Doncaster Road.
Buses will remain operational across all bus routes, including the 207, 280, 282, 284, 285, 303 and the 907 and 908 DART SmartBuses. The Park and Ride will be closed and temporary bus stops will be in place until 2028.
This is part of NELP’s upcoming redevelopment of the Doncaster Park and Ride to connect it to the Eastern Busway, a new dedicated busway along the Eastern Freeway.
We understand that the community and residents will be impacted as a result of the closures and are actively advocating on your behalf to improve commuter options. Our suggestions to North East Link Project and the State Government include:
Over the next few weeks, NELP officers will be distributing flyers and doing a door-knock in the local area. You’ll also start to see signage appear soon.
We’ll keep you updated as more information becomes available and will continue to advocate for ways that can minimise the impact for our community.
We’re also seeking reliable and sustainable transport options for the Manningham community while the Eastern Busway is being developed. Continue to check back here for updates.
You can read more on the Big Build website and sign up to receive email updates.
North East Link Program (NELP) has released designs for the redevelopment of the Doncaster Park and Ride. Help shape the next piece of the Eastern Busway.
Prepared to be delighted! The 100 Acres Walk bursts to life with wildflowers during spring.
Join us for an enchanting walk along narrow bush tracks, beside ponds, across bridges, and in the presence of wildlife and enormous gum trees.
The 100 Acres Reserve encompasses 41 hectares and is classified as a conservation reserve of regional significance. The reserve also provides a range of recreational opportunities in a natural bush setting, including walking, jogging and nature appreciation.
Key details
Meeting Date: 25 August 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Virtual Council Meeting via Facebook Live
As part of our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 we have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, Council meetings will be held virtually until further notice. Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (you can view the livestream on our Facebook page even if you don’t have a Facebook account). The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.
Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:
Parking available at Manningham Civic Centre
Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:
Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe
