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Spring Outdoors - Manningham Star Gazing Night

… will especially appreciate warm footwear and snacks. Parking Please reverse your car into the parking space to reduce headlight shine on exit. Please …

Join the Astronomical Society of Victoria (ASV) at a stargazing evening at Westerfolds Park, Templestowe. ASV astronomers will be on hand with telescopes and demonstrators.

Telescopes will be set up on the grassy field near the Parks Victoria Office.

What to bring

Bring a torch covered with red cellophane (to keep your night vision), mosquito repellent and warm clothes. Expect evening dew and a cold evening. Children will especially appreciate warm footwear and snacks.

Parking

Please reverse your car into the parking space to reduce headlight shine on exit.

Please note: This event may be cancelled due to cloud cover (less than 25 per cent cover) or in the event of a total fire ban or bad weather. Please provide a relevant contact mobile phone number or email for an automated update on any event changes.

Presented by the Astronomical Society of Victoria (ASV) and Manningham Council.

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.

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Manningham Concert Band - Beyond Our Earth

… Richard Rodgers Johann Strauss John Philip Sousa Parking and transport On-street parking is available. Limited off-street parking is available. If arriving by bus, take the 902 and …

Manningham Concert Band is presenting our 2023 Gala Concert, in our 49th year, and it is truly out of this world.

Our Gala theme this year is Beyond Our Earth - because who really knows how many other Earth's exist?

No space themed concert would be complete without contributions from the absolute masters, Gustav Holst and John Williams.

Also featured will be other well-known composers that you may not realise composed 'space' music, including:

Richard Rodgers
Johann Strauss
John Philip Sousa

Parking and transport

On-street parking is available. Limited off-street parking is available.

If arriving by bus, take the 902 and get off at the Doncaster Rd/Church Rd stop. From there it is a short two minute walk to the venue.

Come and Try Karate - This Girl Can

… arts and find out just how powerful they can be! Ample parking available onsite. Doncaster Park and Ride is across …

Come and Try Karate with The Family Dojo, Doncaster. Classes are led by female instructors.

We'd love our local girls to come try martial arts and find out just how powerful they can be!

Ample parking available onsite. Doncaster Park and Ride is across the road making it easy to get to.

What to wear: active wear and sneakers

What to bring: a water bottle

Registration not required.

Arts and Recreation

Domeney Recreation Centre

… these rooms is up to 70 seated in theatre style. On site parking (70 spaces) are available. There is a sports oval on …

Domeney Recreation Centre is an ideal location with views across the reserve and over the hills. It has three activity rooms and a multi-purpose room suitable for dance, drama, exercise, training sessions, meetings and social functions. Capacity for guests in these rooms is up to 70 seated in theatre style. On site parking (70 spaces) are available. There is a sports oval on the site also.

Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.

Take our virtual tour of Domeney Recreation Centre.

How much does it cost?

We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.

If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.

	Community	Commercial
Casual Hirer	$69 per hour	$112 per hour
Regular Hirer	$31 per hour	$35 per hour

A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.

Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can help to organise this for you.

Have more questions?

Take our virtual tour of Domeney Recreation Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.

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Venues and Facilities

Edward Reserve

Edward Reserve is a small grassed reserve close to the Mullum Mullum Creek Linear Park. ...

Edward Reserve is a small grassed reserve close to the Mullum Mullum Creek Linear Park.

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Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Barooga Reserve

Barooga Reserve is located at the end of Barooga Drive and contains valued remnant vegetation. ...

Barooga Reserve is located at the end of Barooga Drive and contains valued remnant vegetation.

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Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Aranga Reserve

Aranga Reserve is a large reserve with a playspace, plenty of open space and a fenced dog activity park. ...

Aranga Reserve is a large reserve with a playspace, plenty of open space and a fenced dog activity park.

The reserve features:

playground with a climbing unit, slide, rocker and swing set
fenced dog activity park

Bring your dog

Aranga Reserve has off-lead areas, including a dog activity area for casual, unstructured socialisation and training by dog owners and their families.

The dog activity park is separated into three areas:

General dog activity park
Separate dog training area
Static dog agility equipment

Dogs must be on lead within 15 metres of the playground, barbeque, or community events.

Getting there

Aranga Reserve is located on Springvale Road. There is pedestrian access via Aranga Crescent.

There is also a nearby bus stop for the 271, 273, and 902, outside Manningham Donvale Indoor Sports Centre.

Report an issue

Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Come and Try Tennis - This Girl Can

Come and Try tennis with Wonga Park Tennis Club and Wonga Park Community Cottage. ...

Wonga Park Tennis Club and Wonga Park Community Cottage invite women and girls to come and try tennis.

Little to no experience is required. All equipment will be provided.

Open to females aged 13 plus. All abilities and all fitness levels are welcome to participate.

To register, contact Andrea on 0407 800 418 or email wongaparktennis@yahoo.com.au.

What to wear: active wear and sneakers.

What to bring: a drink bottle.

Arts and Recreation

Orchid Reserve

Orchid Reserve is located at the end of a court close to Domeney Reserve and 100 Acres Reserve. ...

Orchid Reserve is located at the end of a court close to Domeney Reserve and 100 Acres Reserve.

The key asset of this reserve is the native vegetation, as it forms part of the Rainbow Valley Road Biosite 20 in Council’s Healthy Habitats Bushland Management Strategy 2012.

Report an issue

Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Noral Reserve

Noral Reserve has been upgraded to include a fantastic new playground and park for everyone to enjoy. ...

Noral Reserve has been upgraded to include a fantastic new playground and park for everyone to enjoy.

Places and spaces

Planting of canopy trees to provide shade
Low planting beds for colour, texture and nature play opportunities
A paved path to improve access for all abilities
Seating area and picnic table for resting and socialising in the reserve
New drinking fountain
A new playspace, which includes a combination of traditional play equipment, such as a play unit, swings rocker and spinner, as well as nature based play opportunities
Timber animal sculptures and playful animal footprints along the path
Landscaping, including rocks and timber logs for climbing and balancing
Improvements to the entrance, including new signage.

Bring your dog

On lead reserve.

Bus Service

295 SmartBus service (stops outside Noral Reserve on Greenridge Avenue, Templestowe.)

Noral Reserve Community Celebration A3

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Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Environment and Sustainability

National Tree Day - Mullum Mullum Creek

Celebrate National Tree Day in 2024, by planting a tree with us at Mullum Mullum Creek. ...

Celebrate National Tree Day in 2024.

Bring along your family and friends for a morning planting native trees and vegetation to help protect the park's natural environment.

Our team will be on hand to help and provide advice on planting for the local habitat.

What to bring

We'll provide all the tools, equipment, and plants. All you need to bring is a personal water bottle and any snacks.

Where to meet

The planting site will be at Mullum Mullum Creek, walk 100 meters upstream from Reynolds Road Bridge, Donvale.

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Huntingfield Reserve

The canopy trees and park seat have transformed Huntingfield Reserve into an attractive and practical green space. ...

The canopy trees and park seat have transformed Huntingfield Reserve into an attractive and practical green space.

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Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

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Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Parking, Roads and Footpaths

Footpath construction: Hopetoun Road, Park Orchards

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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 Hopetoun Road, Park Orchards, to improve accessibility and safety.

Works will include:

constructing a new footpath.

Where is it?

Construction will occur on Hopetoun Road between Brucedale Crescent and Dirlton Crescent in Park Orchards.

A map showing the location of the proposed footpath construction along Hopetoun Road, Park Orchards.

When will the works happen?

Construction will likely begin in October 2024 and be completed by early December 2024. Subject to weather conditions and contractor availability.

Why is the footpath needed?

This footpath will connect the existing footpaths on Brucedale Crescent, improving pedestrian connectivity, as well as safety and accessibility to Dirlton Crescent. 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 minor traffic delays. Construction will require a single lane road closure and closure of the footpath. Detours will be in place to help guide you through the area. There will also be reduced on street parking and temporary disruptions to driveway access. We will contact the affected properties directly prior to construction.

Please follow the directions of staff and signs to move safely around the area. 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.

Paths and Trails

Roads and footpaths

Aranga Reserve dog park temporary closure

We’re temporarily closing the Aranga Reserve dog park to prune trees that are extending onto Heatherwood School’s grounds....

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We’re temporarily closing the Aranga Reserve dog park to prune trees that are extending onto Heatherwood School’s grounds.

When will the park be closed?

The park will be closed from Monday 6 January to Tuesday 7 January 2025.

Why is the park temporarily closing?

Significant tree limbs are extending onto the grounds of Heatherwood School.

We’re temporarily closing the park to prune these trees, which will help prevent any pontential hazards and keep our community safe.

By closing the park, we’re also avoiding startling your dog with loud machinery.

How will this closure affect me?

If you live nearby, you may notice construction noise during this period.

If you regularly visit this park with your dog, we encourage you to explore our nearby parks and reserves during these days.

Thanks for your understanding.

Manna Ward

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Parks, Reserves and Playgrounds

Victoria St Playspace Upgrade - onsite community consultation

Victoria Street Playground in Ruffey Lake Park is being refreshed! Join us for an onsite community consultation. ...

Victoria Street Playground in Ruffey Lake Park is being refreshed!

Guided by the Ruffey Lake Park Landscape Masterplan and the playspace community reference group, we’ve developed a preliminary concept design and would like your thoughts.

Join us at the playground for a conversation with the designers while your kids build their big ideas for the playground at our Lego table.

For more information about the project, go to Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade.

Fulview Reserve

Fulview Reserve contains valuable indigenous trees and provides an attractive thoroughfare to Porter Street and Westerfolds Park and beyond. ...

Fulview Reserve contains valuable indigenous trees and provides an attractive thoroughfare to Porter Street and Westerfolds Park and beyond.

Report an issue

Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Applewood Reserve

This park is relatively undeveloped with a drinking fountain and a cricket pitch. There is a playground located across the road in Whistlewood Reserve. ...

This park is relatively undeveloped with a drinking fountain and a cricket pitch. There is a playground located across the road in Whistlewood Reserve.

Report an issue

Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.

Parking, Roads and Footpaths

Apply for a skip bin or shipping container permit

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You can use this permit to apply for:

skip bins
shipping containers

on council-owned land.

If the obstruction relates to building works, you may also need an asset protection permit.

How to apply

Download and complete the application form:

General Permit Application 2025-2026

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email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au or
post to Approvals and Compliance Unit, Manningham Council, PO Box 1, Doncaster, Victoria 3108

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Property and Development

Waste and Recycling

Wittons Reserve

Wittons Reserve is a large reserve (4.83ha) located along the Yarra River between areas of the Warrandyte State Park. It has already been identified as a major recreation activity node. It also is an important conservation area because of the remnant vegetation on the site and its wildlife corridor function. ...

Wittons Reserve is a large reserve (4.83ha) located along the Yarra River between areas of the Warrandyte State Park. It has already been identified as a major recreation activity node. It also is an important conservation area because of the remnant vegetation on the site and its wildlife corridor function.

The Reserve and the State Park are popular for many outdoor activities including canoeing, swimming, bush walking and picnicking. There is also a small playspace consisting of a swing set only. The canoe launch provides a very popular canoeing/kayaking day trip from Homestead Road to Wittons Reserve. The popular walk to Mt Lofty features spectacular views and the chance to see such wildlife as kangaroos and koalas.

Places and spaces

Yarra River
Canoe launch
Bushland
Swing
Picnic tables
Off street parking

A Mighty View - Mt Lofty Hill Walking Guide

A Mighty View - Mt Lofty Hill Walking Guide

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Report an issue

Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?

Organising a large event?

Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.