There is a huge array of nutritious and delicious Asian vegetables that thrive in Melbourne over autumn and winter. 

Come along and learn from Connie Cao, passionate home gardener and author of 'My Asian Veggie Patch' about how to grow, care for, harvest and cook with these unique herbs and vegetables.

The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!

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. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps! 

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In celebration of International Permaculture Day, join Kat Lavers, a renowned permaculturist and owner of iconic garden 'The Plummery', to explore the incredible world of edible perennials beyond rhubarb, artichokes and asparagus. We will also discuss how to maximise yields through clever crop choice and parts of plants you may not realise are edible (and delicious).

The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!

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. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps! 

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Come along and learn from therapeutic horticulturist Shani Shafrir, who will discuss the health benefits of gardening and how being in nature and engaging in gardening activities can support a healthy mind, body and soul.

Shani will also discuss how gardening and garden spaces can become age-friendly and support healthy ageing through design and management techniques.

The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!

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. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps!

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Pedal your way to a free smoothie! 

Hop on a blender bike, get moving, and mix up a healthy drink and enjoy.

Fun, free, and perfect for all ages. No bookings—just drop in, cycle, give it a go!

Bikes will be set up inside the Foyer at Doncaster Library.

Watch an example of the smoothie bikes in action.

Designed to provide a calm and relaxing environment, during Sensory Quiet Time, we will:

• Keep the lights dimmed to reduce visual stimuli.
• Turn off the spa jets to minimise noise and vibration.
• Refrain from making PA announcements unless there is an emergency.
• Encourage all patrons to keep noise to a minimum.

Sensory quiet time starts Sunday 13 July 2025 and will be running every Sunday between 3.00pm to 4.00pm transforming our indoor pool into a sensory-friendly space

Patrons need to pay entry to the centre. Adult and concession prices available. See the Active Manningham website for more information.

Julian is an award-winning artist and tutor who paints inspiring landscapes, seascapes and portraits. He is also a gifted sketcher whose works are imbued with his own detailed personal style. In this session he will share many of his interesting techniques for simplifying the painting process, teaching you how to take even the most mundane subject and turn it into a delight.

Held as part of a series of monthly workshops at the Doncaster Templestowe Artists' Society running from September 2025 through to July 2026. Visit the Society's webpage for more information and to book.

This workshop is proudly supported by Manningham Council's Community Grants Program.

Image courtesy of the Doncaster Templestowe Artist Society. 

Cathy is an award winning artist in both landscapes and portraiture in both oil and pastels. Art is her passion and she loves helping people find, explore and unleash their own creative artist within. Her works are vibrant as can be seen in the examples below. 

In this session, Cathy will be demonstrating the fundamentals of constructing a beach scene.

Held as part of a series of monthly workshops at the Doncaster Templestowe Artists' Society running from September 2025 through to July 2026. Visit the Society's webpage for more information and to book.

This workshop is proudly supported by Manningham Council's Community Grants Program.

Image: Cathy van Eee, Mother's Beach, Mornington,  2019, courtesy of the artist and Doncaster Templestowe Artist Society. 

Join renowned educational group Sustainable Gardening Australia as they discuss how the garden can be a place of climate action.

You'll also learn how to implement changes to reduce your contribution to climate change and help build personal and community climate resilience.

The session will also discuss how to climate proof your garden using organic waste, microclimates and water smart gardening.

The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!

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. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps! 

Registrations are essential. 

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Pines Learning invites women 16 plus, who are new to their centre, to attend a 'free come and try' session for one of their many, varied health, fitness or wellbeing exercise classes. 

Select from Tai Chi, Barre class, chair yoga, dance classes and much much more!

To register, go to Pines Learning to view what classes are on offer in November, then call 9842 6726 to organise your free class.

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

What to wear: comfortable clothing appropriate for exercise and correct footwear for each of the classes.

What to bring: a towel and water bottle are optional.

Please note: current Pines Learning members are not eligible for a free session.

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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!

This summer break we are offering a free multi-week program for you to try the program for the first time or return to keep up your skills and maintain your psychical activity level in the off season.

Many participants may be busy with children on school holidays so we are also offering a free football clinic for kids!

This will run parallel to or GO Soccer Mums session for boys and girls aged five years to 12 years old.

Join Caroline Parker, herbalist, gardener and author of 'The Medicinal Garden', to discuss how to grow and use medicinal herbs to support a healthy diet and combat colds this winter!

From edible treats to therapeutic remedies, we will unearth the healing potential of both wild and cultivated plants. We will discuss several easy ways to grow medicinal plants and learn how to establish and maintain a planted or potted garden – full of natural remedies for your skin, gut, muscles, heart and mind. You'll also learn how to make oils, tinctures, compresses, steams and washes for health and healing.

The seminar begins at 6.30pm, or join us from 6.15pm for our monthly food swap, where you can bring and trade homegrown produce, cuttings, seeds, gardening magazines, jars, ferments and more!

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. The series hosts seminars, question and answer time, on-site activities and food swaps! 

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Please note, this workshop will be conducted in Mandarin.

Join Connie Cao, passionate urban permaculture gardener and author of 'Your Asian Veggie Patch', as she shares her top tips on starting your own veggie patch from scratch. This workshop will include an overview of plant needs and different growing methods, as well as a hands-on activity where participants will learn to sow their own seeds to grow at home.

Whether you have a backyard or a balcony garden, you’ll leave with simple, practical tips to start your edible gardening adventure. 

请大家一起来参加，由Connie Cao主持的家庭蔬菜园种植讲座。Connie Cao是一位热衷于城市可持续生存的园艺家，也是《Your Asian Veggie Patch / 你的亚洲蔬菜园》一书的作者，Connie Cao 将分享从零开始打造自己菜园的秘诀。本次讲座将包括植物需求概述和种植食物的不同方法，並还有一个动手播种活动，参与者将学习如何播种秧苗并可以带回家自己种植。

本次讲座会让您学到一些简单实用的种植方法，让您可以开始在您的后院里，或者阳台上，种上自己喜欢的蔬菜。

请注意，本次讲座将以普通话进行。

Registration is essential and tickets are limited, so please book in early!

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Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.

Karen Sutherland from Edible Eden Design will talk about the best way to maintain and prune your fruit trees during winter for long lasting thriving fruit trees. 

Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.

Registration is recommended but not required.

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.

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Meeting Date: 25 November 2025
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.         

Council meeting livestream

Timestamps

Thelma Cardwell has won numerous prestigious art awards and commendations including being a two time winner of the Brighton City Council Art Award. She is a Past President of the Australian Guild of Realist Artists (3 times), a member of the Pastel Society, the Heidelberg Art Society Past President of Plenty Valley Arts. Thelma captures the light and shade of nature in both oils and pastels and enjoys painting all subjects.

Held as part of a series of monthly workshops at the Doncaster Templestowe Artists' Society running from September 2025 through to July 2026. Visit the Society's webpage for more information and to book.

This workshop is proudly supported by Manningham Council's Community Grants Program.

Image courtesy of the Doncaster Templestowe Artist Society. 

Join in the free fun and activities at Bulleen Plaza's Multicultural Festival.

Performances include:

• 10.15am - Persian Soghol violinist
• 11.00am - Veneto Club Italian Choir
• 12.30pm - Bella Lingua Italian School kids play 
• 1.30pm - Nestorus College Greek School musical 

Don't miss the free face painting, balloon twisting and glitter tattoos from 11.00am to 1.30pm.

This event is supported by Manningham Council.

Visit Aquarena to explore stalls from local health and wellbeing organisations, enjoy free health assessments including EVOLT body composition scans, and visit the Hearing Australia van for a free hearing check.

 It's a great opportunity to connect with community services, learn more about your health, and enjoy a social morning.

 Don't miss our special Members Mingle at 12:00pm, a chance to connect with others over light refreshments and friendly conversation.