The Aranga Reserve off-lead dog park is set for an upgrade to improve the park’s safety, usability and comfort for both dogs and their owners.

This upgrade will be delivered with support from a $200,000 State Government grant, through Round 2 funding of its New and Upgraded Dog Parks program.

Located in Donvale, Aranga Reserve features a fenced dog activity park, playspace, and picnic area.  

The concept for the grant application was developed in consultation with Friends of Manningham Dogs and Cats (FOMDAC). The proposed improvements include:

• new entry gates and fencing to improve access and safety

• new and upgraded equipment and play areas

• additional seating and shaded areas

• new lighting to improve safety 

• additional planting to improve shade. 

The total project budget is $300,000. 

Consultation on this upgrade is planned for late 2025, with delivery expected in the 2025–26 financial year.

The Aranga Reserve dog park upgrade is supported by the Victorian Government through the New and Upgraded Dog Parks program. 

We have signed the contract to purchase 576-578 Park Road, Park Orchards as part of its planning for a new Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre.

A priority action in our Community Infrastructure Plan, discussions and advocacy have already commenced for the replacement of this popular neighbourhood house and it is hoped that this significant investment will be the catalyst for investment from other levels of government.

Our Mayor, Deirdre Diamante, said the existing community house needs replacing to bring programs and services together.

"The Community House is widely used and offers a variety of programs and services in learning, fitness and art for all ages, and includes a well-loved childcare facility.

“The current building is coming to the end of its useful life, has limited accessibility and is too small to cater to all programs. These limitations have resulted in programs moving to different locations and spread across multiple local venues.

“By bringing these programs together into one building with better access and more space, we can improve efficiency and better support the community’s growing needs.”

The location of the new property, adjacent to the existing Community House at 572 Park Road, will allow for more space for the variety of programs on offer.

“Located in the heart of Park Orchards, as part of a community and education precinct and near public bus transport, the site will maintain convenient access to childcare, schools, recreational areas, and shops.” Cr Diamante added.

The purchase of 576-578 Park Road is part of our long-term planning to replace this important neighbourhood house for Park Orchards.

Neighbourhood houses are predominantly funded by government grants and additional state and commonwealth government funding will be needed to deliver this new community facility.

“We have purchased this property as part of our long-term plan for the community house and local area. We’re pleased to be able to secure a site for a new centre in Park Orchards and will continue to advocate for State and Federal funding to deliver it.”

The purchase was funded by our Strategic Fund which is part of our 10 Year Financial Plan 2024/25 to 2033/34.

For more information, visit Your Say Manningham.

Manningham Council property purchase sets the stage for new community house

Manningham Council has signed the contract to purchase 576-578 Park Road, Park Orchards as part of its planning for a new Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre.

A priority action in Council’s Community Infrastructure Plan, discussions and advocacy have already commenced for the replacement of this popular neighbourhood house and it is hoped that this significant investment by Council will be the catalyst for investment from other levels of government.

Manningham Mayor, Deirdre Diamante, said the existing community house needs replacing to bring programs and services together.

"The Community House is widely used and offers a variety of programs and services in learning, fitness and art for all ages, and includes a well-loved childcare facility.

“The current building is coming to the end of its useful life, has limited accessibility and is too small to cater to all programs. These limitations have resulted in programs moving to different locations and spread across multiple local venues.

“By bringing these programs together into one building with better access and more space, we can improve efficiency and better support the community’s growing needs.”

The location of the new property, adjacent to the existing Community House at 572 Park Road, will allow for more space for the variety of programs on offer.

“Located in the heart of Park Orchards, as part of a community and education precinct and near public bus transport, the site will maintain convenient access to childcare, schools, recreational areas, and shops.” Cr Diamante added.

The purchase of 576-578 Park Road is part of Council’s long-term planning to replace this important neighbourhood house for Park Orchards.

Neighbourhood houses are predominantly funded by government grants and additional state and commonwealth government funding will be needed to deliver this new community facility.

“We have purchased this property as part of our long-term plan for the community house and local area. We’re pleased to be able to secure a site for a new centre in Park Orchards and will continue to advocate for State and Federal funding to deliver it.”

The purchase was funded by Council’s Strategic Fund which is part of its 10 Year Financial Plan 2024/25 to 2033/34.

For more information, visit Your Say Manningham.

Victoria Street playground in Ruffey Lake Park has reopened after its major update. 

We welcomed residents to celebrate its reopening with free ice-creams, fresh fruit and family fun on Sunday 24 November 2024.

Children joined in the excitement with an activity hunt to explore the playground.

If you'd like to try it yourself, download the hunt to enjoy the fun with your family. 

Be sure to check it out and experience the newly upgraded playground for yourself! 

For more information on Victoria Street playground upgrade visit Your Say Manningham.

_{Pictured: Ship of Wonder - Julian Clavijo}

Would you like to help shape a new public artwork at Ruffey Lake Park? 

If you have migrated from overseas and now live or work in Manningham, you’re invited to help shape our new Migrant Peace public artwork at Ruffey Lake Park, Doncaster. 

You can participate in our series of interactive community workshops, which will be facilitated by award-winning and internationally renowned artist, Julian Clavijo.

The workshops will be held at the Manningham Art Studios - MC Square, 687 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster, from 6.30 to 8.30pm. 

Bookings essential, places limited. 

To book, select the workshop you want to attend and complete the Eventbrite form. You can attend one or multiple sessions. 

Sessions: 

• Migrant Peace Project community workshop one - Wednesday 14 August 

• Migrant Peace Project community workshop two -  Wednesday 21 August 

• Migrant Peace Project design feedback workshop - Tuesday 24 September. 

Download the project brief:

The final artwork will be installed at Ruffey Lake Park in Doncaster in 2025.  

About the artist 

Julian Clavijo is a nationally and internationally renowned Award Winning Artist currently based in Melbourne, Australia. In 2008, he graduated with a Bachelor of Advertising from the Universidad International de las Americas in Costa Rica. In 2011, he completed a Masters of Arts (Art in Public Space) at RMIT University in Melbourne.

Learn more about Julian Clavijo.   

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

As part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program, we’re constructing a pedestrian refuge island on Blackburn Road, Doncaster, to improve community safety while crossing the road.

Works will include:

• installing a pedestrian refuge island
• improving the footpath
• relocating the bus stop to improve safety.

Where is it?

Construction will occur on Blackburn Road, south of the Blackburn Road and Serpells Road intersection.

When will the works happen?

Construction will likely begin in late August 2024 and be completed in December 2024. Subject to weather conditions and third party approvals.
 

Why is the refuge island needed?

This refuge island will connect the existing footpaths on Blackburn Road, improving pedestrian connectivity. The upgrade will provide a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 9.00am and 4.00pm and on weekends during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm. 

There may be some construction noise and minor traffic delays. The footpath will be closed and detours will be in place to help guide you through the area. There will also be temporary disruptions to driveway access. We will contact the affected properties directly prior to construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

As part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program, we’re constructing a new footpath on Pound Road, Warrandyte and a new intersection on Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road, to improve accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

• construction of a new concrete-topped asphalt footpath 
• upgrading the existing road intersection on Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road.

Where is it?

Construction will occur on the southern side of Pound Road, from Diane Court to the Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road intersection, Warrandyte. 

When will the works happen?

We’re delivering this project as part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program. We will confirm the construction dates after engaging the contractor. 
 

Why is the footpath needed?

This footpath will connect the existing footpaths on Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road, improving pedestrian connectivity, as well as safety and accessibility around the Warrandyte area. The upgrade will provide a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm. There may be some construction noise and temporary disruptions to driveway access. We will contact the affected properties directly prior to construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

As part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program, we’re constructing a new footpath connection on Carbine Street, Donvale, to improve accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

• construction of a new concrete footpath.

Where is it?

The footpath will be built on the eastern side of Carbine Street, between Butterfly Gardens and Leslie Street in Donvale.

When will the works happen?

The project schedule will be confirmed after the contractor is engaged.

Why is the footpath needed?

The new footpath will connect the existing footpaths on Leslie Street, improving pedestrian connectivity, as well as safety and accessibility around the car park. The upgrade will provide a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm. There may be some construction noise and temporary disruptions to driveway access. We will contact the affected properties directly prior to construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

As part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program, we’re constructing a new footpath on Porter Street, Templestowe, to improve accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

• construction of a new footpath.

Where is it?

The footpath will be built on the northern side of Porter Street, between Anderson Street and McLachlan Street in Templestowe.

When will the works happen?

Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2025 and completed by March 2025.  Timelines are subject to weather conditions and contractor availability.

Why is the footpath needed?

This footpath will connect the existing footpaths on Anderson Street, improving pedestrian connectivity. The upgrade will provide a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm. There may be some construction noise and temporary disruptions to driveway access. We will contact the affected properties directly prior to construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

As part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program, we’re constructing a new footpath connection on Newmans Road, Templestowe, to improve accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

• construction of a new footpath.

Where is it?

The footpath will be built on the northern side of Newmans Road, between Websters Road and Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road in Templestowe.

When will the works happen?

Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2025 and completed by March 2025.  Timelines are subject to weather conditions and contractor availability.

Why is the footpath needed?

This footpath will connect the existing footpaths on Websters Road, improving pedestrian connectivity. The upgrade will provide a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm. There may be some construction noise and temporary disruptions to driveway access. We will contact the affected properties directly prior to construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

Australia Post has informed us that their distribution of this issue will not reach all households in the Warrandyte and Park Orchards areas.

Manningham Matters is distributed via Australia Post's Unaddressed Mail Service, which can take up to a week to reach all households in Manningham.

If your copy of Manningham Matters hasn't arrived by Wednesday 11 June, please email us at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au and we can send you a copy.

You can also read this month's edition online.  

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

We’re constructing a new footpath connection on West End Road, Warrandyte, to improve accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

• construction of a new asphalt footpath.

Where is it?

The footpath will be built on the northern side of West End Road, between Taroona Avenue and First Street in Warrandyte. 

When will the works happen?

We’re delivering this project as part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program. We will confirm the construction dates after engaging the contractor. 
 

Why is the footpath needed?

This footpath will improve pedestrian connectivity, providing a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm. There may be some construction noise and temporary disruptions to driveway access. We will contact the affected properties directly prior to construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

Updated: 9 April 2025

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

As part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program, we’re constructing a new footpath connection on Banool Quadrant, Doncaster East, to improve pedestrian accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

• constructing a new 1.5 metre wide footpath.

Where is it?

The footpath will be built on:

• both sides of the road, between properties 2 and 24 Banool Quadrant.
• beside properties 1-3 Woorarra Avenue to connect the existing footpaths.
• beside properties 6 and 8 Bambra Court.

When will the works happen?

We plan to begin the works in late April 2025 and are expected to take approximately six weeks, subject to weather and soil conditions. Workers will be on site between 7.00am and 5.00pm on weekdays.
 

Why is the footpath needed?

This footpath will connect the existing footpaths on Banool Quadrant, improving pedestrian connectivity, safety and accessibility for pedestrians travelling to Woodhouse Road. The footpath will provide a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

How will the works affect me?

During construction, you may notice:

• minor delays to driveway access - we’ll contact you at least 48 hours before any work impacting your driveway. 
• construction noise and dust.
• reduced on street parking in the area.
• minor traffic disruptions
• a single lane closure - please follow the direction of signs and staff.
   

Please note:

• Your bin collection will be unaffected by the works.
• Emergency service vehicles will always have access to all properties.

 We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

Updated: 30 April 2025

Connecting our community through safe footpaths is one of the ways we’re building a better Manningham.

As part of our 2024/25 Capital Works Program, we’re constructing a new refuge island on Ringwood Warrandyte Road, Warrandyte, to improve accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

• construction of a refuge island
• kerb and channel installation
• footpath construction
• upgrades to the existing bus stop
• new signage and line-marking.

Where is it?

The refuge island will be built on the eastern and western sides of Ringwood Warrandyte Road, Warrandyte, next to the intersection of Russell Road.

Why is the footpath needed?

The new refuge island and footpath will improve pedestrian connectivity, safety, and accessibility around the area. It will link the existing river reserve trail with Stonehouse Café, the bus stop, and the Russell/Mullens intersection on the western side of Ringwood-Warrandyte Road. The upgrade will provide a safe and accessible walking route to encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.
 

When will the works happen?

The footpath and refuge island construction is expected to begin in June 2025. The timing for the bus stop upgrade is yet to be confirmed.

Timelines are subject to weather conditions and contractor availability.

How will the works affect me?

The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm. There will be some construction noise and minor traffic delays during these hours. 

Construction will require a single lane road closure, sections of the footpath to be closed and reduced on-street parking. We will have traffic management and signage on site to guide you through the area. Some properties will have driveway access limited during construction. We will contact the affected properties directly before construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve the footpath connections in your area.

Questions?

If you have any questions about these works or our footpaths program, contact us.

We are currently seeking community ideas and input to help develop a masterplan for the future of Stintons Reserve in Park Orchards.

We are inviting community members to share their thoughts and ideas about what they would like to see at the reserve via a community survey, closing on Monday 29 July.

The masterplan will guide the future use, development and upgrade of facilities within the reserve over the next 20 years.

Manningham Mayor, Councillor Carli Lange, said Stintons Reserve is an important local reserve for sport, recreation and dog exercise activities in Park Orchards.

“This is a much-loved local reserve and we want to hear your ideas as we plan for its future,” Cr Lange said.

“We understand there are a wide variety of user groups and community members that use Stintons Reserve and want to make sure it meets the needs of our growing community now and into the future.

“The masterplan will look at how our community currently uses the reserve along with future uses and potential improvements.”

“I encourage everyone to find out more, get involved and tell us what you would like to see at Stintons Reserve by completing our community survey,” Cr Lange said.

“We want to continue to keep this space welcoming, accessible and inclusive, so that everyone can enjoy it for their health and wellbeing.”

Community input will help inform the development of a draft Stintons Reserve Masterplan, which will be released for public consultation and community feedback next year.