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… girls who would like to come and try cricket - for free! The club will provide a safe and positive environment … supports and uplifts kids of every ability. Activities use plastic bats and softer balls of different sizes so kids can …
Whether you’re a first-time batter or backyard cricket superstar, get ready to embark on an exciting journey filled with laughter, growth, and unforgettable memories.
Bulleen Templestowe's season launch of Woolworths Cricket Blast welcomes girls who would like to come and try cricket - for free!
The club will provide a safe and positive environment that supports and uplifts kids of every ability. Activities use plastic bats and softer balls of different sizes so kids can participate and develop at their own pace.
Suitable for girls aged under 10 years. No prior experience needed.
What to wear: clothes that allow you to move around easily and runners.
What to bring: water bottle.
Registrations required.
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Participants will learn how to make and maintain beeswax wraps for keeping food fresh and hygienic without the use of single-use plastics such as cling-wrap. ...
Participants will learn how to make and maintain beeswax wraps for keeping food fresh and hygienic without the use of single-use plastics such as cling-wrap.
… State and Federal discounts, incentives and interest-free loans a quote from a trusted supplier ongoing advice and … Victorian and Federal Government incentives . Get a free quote Contact Solar Savers to obtain a quote from a …
Solar Savers is a trusted local government initiative that’s helped households and businesses go all-electric since 2019. This initiative is supported by us and is available to all Manningham residents.
Why use Solar Savers
Solar Savers takes the hard work out of going all-electric. They can help you install quality and affordable rooftop solar, batteries, hot water heat pumps and reverse cycle air conditioners.
Solar Savers can provide you with:
- information about eligibility for Council, State and Federal discounts, incentives and interest-free loans
- a quote from a trusted supplier
- ongoing advice and support from quoting through to installation
- reliable products, a quality installation and an industry leading 15-year workmanship warranty.
Subsidies and rebates available
Through Solar Savers, we provide additional support in the form of subsidies.
| All Manningham residents |
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| For pension concession card holders |
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Council subsidies are only available for systems purchased through Solar Savers.
Homeowners may also qualify for other Victorian and Federal Government incentives.
Get a free quote
Contact Solar Savers to obtain a quote from a trusted supplier, including expected energy and cost savings (for solar and batteries).
You will have the opportunity to discuss the quote with the installer and Solar Savers to ensure the system is suitable for you.
Contact Solar Savers:
- Online - Solar Savers
- Email - info@solarsavers.org.au
- Phone - 1300 548 598
Local success stories
Manningham residents are going all-electric and reaping the rewards. Read about how they made the switch, as well as their top tips.
Ken and Joan from Donvale
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.
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… guide you through your early parenting years to provide free support for your child’s development, growth, nutrition …
We support families with children aged from birth to school age. Our specialist staff will guide you through your early parenting years to provide free support for your child’s development, growth, nutrition and general wellbeing.
Learn more about Maternal and Child Health Services.
Have your say on Maternal and Child Health Services
The Department of Health is inviting families, carers and parents to participate in a survey to gather feedback on Victorian MCH services. People who have had experience with MCH services in the past two years are invited to share their anonymous feedback. The survey will close 1 December 2024.
Is your child unwell?
To reduce risk of spread of infection, we request that families do not attend if parent or child/ children are unwell.
To reschedule your appointment, please call 9840 9188.
Information for parents with infants and young children relating to MCH services is found at Maternal and child health services - Better Health Channel.
You may also contact the 24 hour Maternal and Child Health Line on 13 22 29 or contact your local GP.
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Book your child’s next Key Age and Stage Maternal and Child Health appointment
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View all our Maternal and Child Health Centres opening hours and maps
Attend a Parenting Seminar
Our parenting seminar series provides parents with the tools to be well informed and involved in their children’s lives.
Other useful resources
- Find a community playgroup
- Better Health Child App
- Download the Victorian Government MCH app
- Visit Raising Children website
- Download Kids health information fact sheets
- Call the 24-hour Maternal and Child Health Line
… clippings ✖ Building material, bricks, steel or concrete ✖ Plastic bags ✖ Ivy, rose bushes or thorny material ✖ Bamboo … ute or a 6’x4’ level trailer load of garden waste for free. There is a charge for any extra garden waste – see … below. Garden waste load type Example Cost Car boot FREE Station wagon or ute FREE Single trailer level – …
To help you remove garden waste to prepare for bushfire season, you can drop off either one car boot, station wagon, ute or a 6‘x4’ level trailer load of garden waste on certain dates throughout the year.
Who can use this service?
You need to live in a Bushfire Prone Area to use this service. We will ask you to show proof of residency (either a driver's licence or rates notice) at the check-in point on the day. If someone else drops off the garden waste for you, make sure you provide them with your proof.
Not sure if you live in a Bushfire Prone Area?
View our Bushfire Prone Area map to check or contact us.
If you are not eligible for this service or have excess garden waste to dispose, you can:
- order an additional garden waste bin for spring
- book a bundled branches collection
- take it to a local transfer station.
Need help? Contact us
What items can and cannot be dropped off?
Yes, we accept:
✔ Branches
✔ Tree prunings
✔ Logs (maximum 250mm diameter)
✔ Large garden cuttings
No, we don't accept:
✖ Soil
✖ Grass clippings
✖ Building material, bricks, steel or concrete
✖ Plastic bags
✖ Ivy, rose bushes or thorny material
✖ Bamboo leaves and stems
✖ Palm trees or branches
✖ Fence palings
How much can you drop off?
You can drop off either one car boot, station wagon, ute or a 6’x4’ level trailer load of garden waste for free. There is a charge for any extra garden waste – see costs below.
| Garden waste load type | Example | Cost |
| Car boot | FREE | |
| Station wagon or ute | FREE | |
| Single trailer level – 6’x4’ | FREE | |
| Single trailer heaped – 6’x4’ (up to 1.1m3) | + $30 | |
| Single trailer high sides – 6’x4’ (up to 2m3) | + $50 | |
| Tandem trailer level (up to 1.25m3) | + $30 | |
| Tandem trailer heaped (up to 2m3) | + $50 | |
| Tandem trailer high sides (up to 3.65m3) | + $90 |
How to pay
You can only pay by EFT on the day.
How to book
Due to high demand of this service, you can only book one timeslot per household each month. Bookings are essential.
Choose a date from the list below, select your preferred 30 minute timeslot and click ‘Register’ to finalise your booking. We will continue adding timeslots for future months throughout the year - so keep checking back for more options.
Disposal days will not proceed on a Total Fire Ban day or a day of Extreme or above Fire Danger Rating.
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Container Deposit Scheme in Manningham
Victoria’s first Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) is now operating across Victoria, including sites in Manningham.
Soft plastics recycling put on hold
We are working with other Victorian Councils to lobby the State Government for soft plastics processing facilities.
Recycle at your local mini recycling station
We've installed mini recycling stations so you can recycle common household items that cannot go into your bins.
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… make the switch? If you’re considering an EV, join this free webinar where we will examine the rapid changes and … installed around the municipality. Share your views by 17 July. Take survey now Environment and Sustainability Whats On …
Electric Vehicles (EVs) have come a long way in a very short time. The transition to EV's is speeding up like the world of renewable energy.
Is it time to make the switch?
If you’re considering an EV, join this free webinar where we will examine the rapid changes and evolution of the EV car industry.
The information session will help you understand:
- distances that Australians usually travel and how the perceived barrier to EVs is dissolving
- charging systems, charging times and expanding infrastructure
- battery technologies - innovation is driving higher capacity, less weight, longer life spans, better safety and end of life recycling
- the cost to travel using electricity as a fuel and the impact of a growing electric fleet for our electricity grid
- the various models that are available now, and the many more that will arrive with policy changes and surging demand.
Is it time for you to make the switch to a lean, clean transport machine?
Your feedback is important to us
We’re running a survey to explore the current demand to have 100 per cent green powered electric vehicle chargers installed around the municipality. Share your views by 17 July.
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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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@findyourlocalmanningham and get to know the local businesses that support our community.
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.
We are looking for business content to promote on our Find Your Local Instagram page. For the chance to have your business featured, click the button below.
Explore Manningham
Encounter, experience and explore your Manningham.
What's on
… you. Home Harvest The Home Harvest seminar series is a free monthly program that teaches you how to grow fresh, … Tree Day . Check our What's on event calendar each July to find planting locations. Solar Savers Get free advice about energy saving and solar installation …
Protecting our environment and biodiversity is everyone's responsibility. We encourage residents to get involved in climate action and sustainability – whether in natural spaces, at home, or in the garden.
Find out how you can participate in climate action
Climate Emergency Response Plan
Our Climate Emergency Response Plan (CERP) outlines our approach to addressing climate change and its impact on Manningham.
We encourage and support residents to get involved in climate action, sustainability, and protecting our natural environment.
How can I get involved?
Residents can sign up for the following programs and events.
Spring Outdoors Program
Come along to one of the many Spring Outdoors events. In collaboration with Nillumbik and Banyule Councils, we offer over 50 programs each year, including sessions on local frog and bird species.
Check our What's on event calendar each spring to find out what's happening near you.
Home Harvest
The Home Harvest seminar series is a free monthly program that teaches you how to grow fresh, healthy food at home. Home gardening is a fun way to take climate action and benefits both you and the environment. Whether you're new to gardening or an expert, everyone is welcome.
Check our What's on events calendar for upcoming sessions.
Doncaster Hill Community Food Garden
Join the Doncaster Hill Community Food Garden. Help local volunteers grow fresh produce, most of which is donated to local charities and community food banks.
Landcare
Join your local Landcare group.
- Andersons Creek Landcare Group
- Jumping Creek Catchment Landcare Group
- Friends Of Warrandyte State Park
- Wonga Park Environment Group
- Friends of Park Orchards Reserve
- Friends of Yarra Valley Parks
Guided walks
Join a guided walk through Manningham bushland and learn more about our unique biodiversity. Check our What's on event calendar to find upcoming walks.
Inspired Living Series
Come along to the Inspired Living Series. A range of sustainable activities and events for all ages, including keynote speaker events featuring a diverse line-up of local and international subject matter experts.
National Tree Day
Plant some trees with us on National Tree Day. Check our What's on event calendar each July to find planting locations.
Solar Savers
Get free advice about energy saving and solar installation services via the Solar Savers Program. You can register for a free solar and/or battery quote and get access to state and local government rebates and subsidies. We also run regular Solar Savers information sessions.
Check the What's on event calendar for more details.
iNaturalist - City Nature Challenge
Observe and document Manningham's natural environment as part of the iNaturalist - City Nature Challenge. During a four day observation period, residents are invited to find, photograph and document the native wildlife that lives and grows in our neighbourhoods.
iNaturalist observations submitted are added to the global iNaturalist database and shared with the Atlas of Living Australia (ALA) and the Global Biodiversity Information Facility to help scientists find and use your data. All you have to do is observe.
Aussie Backyard Bird Count
Sign up for the Aussie Backyard Bird Count, run each October by Birdlife Australia. You can join in on the fun and contribute with any birds you spot in Manningham by visiting Birdlife Australia.
Melbourne Water Frog Census
Get involved in local citizen science by recording frog species in Manningham with the Melbourne Water Frog Census App. An easy to use app to record audio and identify frog species by their call in local waterways, parks, and on your own property.
More information is available at Melbourne Water.
Waterwatch program
Join Waterwatch and get involved in exploring and protecting our local waterways. Volunteers collect water quality data that contributes to scientific research, management planning and on ground actions that improve the health of our waterways.
To sign up for Waterwatch, email environment@manningham.vic.gov.au.
For more information, contact the Environment team at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au or on 9840 9333.
Upcoming events
… trail of breadcrumbs to the Doncaster Playhouse over the July school holidays for Playhouse Pantomimes’ original …
Follow the trail of breadcrumbs to the Doncaster Playhouse over the July school holidays for Playhouse Pantomimes’ original musical adaptation of Hansel and Gretel.
Based on the classic Grimm Brothers fairy tale, our version tells the story of a young brother and sister who get lost in the woods and discover a gingerbread house, but who lives there?
There will be songs, audience participation and lots of laughs for the whole family.
Presented by Playhouse Pantomimes.
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Come and see the Exhibition of Costumes, featuring an extensive collection of costumes dating from the Victorian era.
This exhibition is run by the Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society, as part of the Manningham Heritage Festival.
View all Heritage Festival events
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We love supporting vibrant diverse and events that benefits the community.
You’ve come to the right place if you’re considering hosting:
- festivals
- community events
- weddings
- corporate functions
- photography shoots
- commercial filming
- family days.
Holding a successful event requires careful and considerate planning. We work with event organisers to ensure events are safe and cause minimal disruptions. If you’re organising a public or private event in an outdoor public space, you may need our approval to do so.
Promote your event through our events
Submit your event to the Manningham event calendar for local promotion and participation.
Find outdoor spaces
Explore our parks, reserves and trails. and filter by popular features for your outdoor event.
Find indoor spaces
Explore our community halls, meeting rooms and venues, and filter by amenities for your indoor event.
See What's On in Manningham
Additional information and factsheets
Contact us
For all enquiries contact us on 9840 9333 or email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au
… Have a Summer of Fun with free or low-cost activities with Active Manningham Have a Summer of Fun with free or low-cost activities across all Active Manningham … Manningham Kids and Family … Have a Summer of Fun with free or low-cost activities with Active Manningham …
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Active Manningham are hosting a Summer of Fun this January at all Active Manningham facilities.
All activities are either free or low cost.
Try family sunset yoga at the new yoga deck in Ruffey Lake, water play for parents and kids at Aquarena, casual shooting at Mullum Mullum or join in a walk, talk and coffee.
There is something for everyone!
For more information on each of the offerings visit Active Manningham or download the program below.
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Come and see this photo exhibition and learn about how Warrandyte Stone has been used in the town's walls, memorials, houses, and buildings.
Don't miss the accompanying Foundation Stone Talk by the master stonemason, James Charlwood.
Foundation Stone Talk with James Charlwood
The talk will be at 2:00 pm on Sunday, 15 May in the Federation Room at the Grand Hotel Warrandyte.
If you would like to attend, please contact the Warrandyte Historical Society to reserve your place.
The Warrandyte Historical Society are running this event.
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Solar Savers can help you electrify your home with ease. Drop in to learn about solar, batteries, efficient hot water, heating and cooling....
Modern all-electric homes use clean energy and have lower energy bills. They can also be more comfortable and healthy to live in.
Solar Savers is a Council initiative set up to help you electrify your home simply with quality appliances.
Do you have questions about all-electric homes, solar, batteries or efficient hot water or air conditioning? Want to find out about subsidies on offer for these products?
Drop in and talk with us about how the Solar Savers program can make install easy for you.
Registration is not required.
… family Come down to MC Square these school holidays for a free smoothie with a twist. Kids and adults can make their … powered smoothie with the team from Bike n' Blend. Dairy free options are available. This event is part of Manningham …
Come down to MC Square these school holidays for a free smoothie with a twist.
Kids and adults can make their own pedal powered smoothie with the team from Bike n' Blend.
Dairy free options are available.
This event is part of Manningham Placemaking Activations
For those who want to ensure their power stays on, even during blackouts, energy security for the home is now made more affordable. ...
Solar Savers is a local government initiative helping households and businesses to install quality and affordable rooftop solar and batteries. This initiative is supported by Manningham Council in partnership with Solar Savers.
Council provides subsidies to pensioners for roof top solar and to all residents who install batteries purchased through Solar Savers. This is an opportunity for pensioners to learn how to reduce their energy cost by installing roof top solar. And for those who want to ensure their power stays on, even during blackouts, energy security for the home is now made more affordable.
In this interactive practical 60 minute presentation find out:
- what to consider when installing solar panels and batteries
- Council subsidies and other available rebates for rooftop solar and batteries through the Solar Savers program
Find out how solar power and solar batteries will improve your home, save you money and generate a clean future for the environment. ...
Find out how solar power and solar batteries will improve your home, save you money and generate a clean future for the environment.
This webinar will include:
- how solar power and battery systems work
- buying good quality solar and battery products
- what to look for in a solar and battery quote
- how to find a good installer
- how government rebates help.
Our presenter, Ian Moxon, is a seasoned sustainability consultant with over 15 years of experience in this field. He’ll share his extensive knowledge and valuable industry insights into the benefits of installing solar power and solar batteries at your home.
This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.
Bookings are essential.