Manningham is a vibrant and diverse community with people of all cultures and backgrounds. We have a proud history of a multicultural community living, working and celebrating together.
Here you will find more information on what makes Manningham a multicultural community and how you can get involved.
Diversity and social inclusion is important to us. We consider the human rights, values and needs of our diverse communities.
We are proud to declare our commitment to welcoming refugees and migrants into the community. We celebrate the opportunity to enhance the cultural and religious diversity of our community.
Community learning centres encourages members of the community to participate in local activities, learning and education. They play an important part in strengthening local communities and we support such centres by providing funding and facilities.
As part of the Welcoming Cities initiative, we want to build an Australia that is welcoming and inclusive to everyone. By building benchmarks for cultural diversity and inclusion, we are taking steps to being more welcoming to everyone in the community.
Becoming an Australian citizen represents a commitment to Australia and its people. Applicants for Australian Citizenship Ceremonies will generally receive an invite to attend within three to six months from the date of their application approval. You will receive a written invitation to your ceremony from the Department of Home Affairs.
We have interpreter services in multiple languages. Choose the way you want to communicate with us.
We have several English language classes locally where you can learn and practice your English skills. You can get classes at:
Adult Multicultural Education Service (AMES) in Box Hill
Blackburn English Language School in Blackburn
Doncaster Library at MC Square in Doncaster
Manningham U3A in Doncaster East
Manningham Uniting Church in Doncaster East
Pines Learning Centre in Doncaster East
Living and Learning at Ajani in Templestowe Lower
Solar Savers takes the hassle out of going all-electric at home. Join our webinar series to learn about the expanded supplier panel and new product offerings. This event focuses on electric heat pump hot water systems....
UPDATE: This event has passed. View the webinar recording.
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 2: Heat pump hot water systems
In this presentation, you'll learn about heat pump hot water systems, how they work and the benefits of installing one. You will also hear from Solar Savers' panel of trusted suppliers, who will answer common questions about this energy efficient hot water option.
Join us at further sessions throughout August:
| Solar, Batteries, and Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers | Tuesday 19 August 7:00pm |
| 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.
Meeting Date: 30 May 2023
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
| Timecode | Item |
|---|---|
| 4.25 | 5. PRESENTATIONS |
| 4:33 | 6. PETITIONS |
| 4:38 | 6.1 Parking restrictions in Rose Street Doncaster |
| 5:28 | 6.2 Footpath construction in Carlton Court, Templestowe |
| 6:07 | 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME |
| 13:07 | 8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS |
| 13:17 | 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS |
| 13:20 | 9.1 Planning application PLA22/0031 for an amendment to Planning Permit PL 14/024793 at 1026-1030 Doncaster Road, Doncaster East |
| 22:58 | 10. CITY PLANNING |
| 23:05 | 10.1 Shopping Centre Upgrade Plan |
| 33:35 | 10.2 Community Local Law 2023 |
| 47:23 | 10.3 New Committees - Liveable Places and Spaces Advisory Committee (LPSAC) and Historical Societies Working Group (HSWG) - Endorse Terms of Reference |
| 52:11 | 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES |
| 52:17 | 12. CITY SERVICES |
| 52.20 | 12.1 March 2023 Capital Works Status Report |
| 57:10 | 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY |
| 57:15 | 13.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3 (January-March), 202/23 |
| 1:01:35 | 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER |
| 1:01:40 | 14.1 Proposed 10 year Financial Plan 2023/24 to 2032/33 |
| 1:07:46 | 14.2 Proposed 2023/24 Budget |
| 1:22:50 | 14.3 Informal Meeting of Councillors |
| 1:23:25 | 14.4 Documents for Sealing |
| 1:23:50 | 15. NOTICES OF MOTION |
| 1:23:55 | 15.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Tomas Lightbody (NOM No. 2/2023) |
| 1:25:46 | 16. URGENT BUSINESS |
| 1:23:53 | 17. COUNCILLORS REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME |
| 1:39:55 | 18. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS |
Meeting Date: 27 May 2025
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
| Timecode | Item |
|---|---|
| 5. PRESENTATIONS | |
| 05:35 | 5.1 Motion of Condolence: Passing of William Darmondy |
| 9:30 | 5.2 Motion of Condolence: Passing of Henry Metcher |
| 12:45 | 5.3 2025 Federal Elections |
| 13:55 | 5.4 Acknowledgement of Cr Chen - Recipient of ECLC Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 |
| 15:00 | 6. PETITIONS |
| 15:05 | 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME |
| 34:35 | 8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS |
| 34:45 | 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS |
| 10. CITY PLANNING | |
| 35:10 | 10.1 Spark worker parking impacts to wider community |
| 53:00 | 10.2 Doncaster Hill Development Contributions Plan, 2005 - Expiry of the Plan |
| 55:00 | 10.3 Statutory Planning Application Activity Quarter 3 (January to March 2025) |
| 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES | |
| 56:40 | 11.1 Manningham Youth and Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee Membership Nominations |
| 12. CITY SERVICES | |
| 1:02:00 | 12.1 Road Management Plan Review and Adoption |
| 1:04:30 | 12.2 Road Safety Strategy and Action Plan 2025-2034 |
| 1:12:30 | 12.3 March Capital Works Status Report |
| 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY | |
| 1:20:30 | 13.1 Manningham Quartlery Report |
| 1:25:30 | 13.2 Revised Instrument of Delegation from Council to the Chief Executive Officer |
| 1:26:50 | 13.3 Informal Meetings of Councillors |
| 1:27:30 | 13.4 Documents for Sealing |
| 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | |
| 1:28:00 | 14.1 Draft Council Plan, Draft 2025/26 Budget, Draft 10 Year Financial Plan 2025/26 to 2034/35 and the Draft Revenue and Rating Plan |
| 1:37:40 | 14.2 Investment Policy 2025 |
| 1:41:40 | 15. URGENT BUSINESS |
| 1:41:45 | 16. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME |
| 1:56:30 | 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS |
Come down to Ruffey Lake Park and learn how to play Disc Golf. ...
Disc Golf is a fun recreational activity for everyone!
The aim of the game is to throw your disc (similar to a frisbee) from the tee pad into the basket in the least number of throws.
At this come and try session members of the Melbourne Disc Golf Club will show you how to hold, throw and putt. Once you've got the hang of how it all works, you'll have the chance to play on the brand new, recently updated course.
No prior experience is required for this event. This event is suitable for families, all ages, all genders and all abilities.
Please note: entry is free but registrations are required.
Ruffey Lake Park Disc Golf Course is located near the Church Road entrance, just off King Street.
This activity is hosted by Melbourne Disc Golf.
Want to find out more about Disc Golf? Visit Melbourne Disc Golf Club.
Join fruit tree expert Christy Clarke from Fruit Tree Folk as he discusses how to effectively select, plant and care for a range of fruit trees for maximum health and abundance.
We will discuss the art of winter versus summer pruning, common pests and diseases, and organic solutions for these.
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!
Please see our events section for other upcoming sessions.
Keep up to date with our latest environment and sustainability events.
Dance classes...
Bollywood Dance is not just a style of dance - it's a multi-layered experience where music, dance, drama, story telling and performance come together to create a magical world where anything is possible.
It's a great reminder not to take things too seriously and enjoy the pure joy of dance and movement.
Get out of your head and let your body do the talking with our unique and integrated Bollywood dance class that combines mindfulness, yoga, Qigong, dance techniques, functional movement, expressive dance and performance arts. With a holistic approach of mind-body-emotion-spirit connection, these unique classes are much more than just a fun way to stay fit. You will:
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Learn to play hockey or improve your skills!
This school holiday program is being delivered by Doncaster Hockey Club for both new and current players.
Program information
Program costs
Select from
How to apply
To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:
Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.
Warrandyte Repair Café at the Mechanics Hall on the first Sunday of each month....
What do you do with a broken toaster? Or with a bike when the wheel runs out of true? Or with a sweater full of moth holes? Toss it? No way!
The Warrandyte Mechanics Institute and Arts Association (WMI&AA) runs the Warrandyte Repair Café at the Mechanics Hall on the first Sunday of each month.
At the Mechanics Hall, on the corner of Yarra Street and Mitchell Avenue, everything centres on making repairs.
Starting from 10:30 am and ending at 12:30 pm, various volunteer repair experts (we call them our lovely ‘fixers’) will be available to help make all possible repairs free of charge.
Tools and materials will also be on hand. People visiting the Repair Café will bring along their broken items from home. Toasters, lamps, hair dryers, clothes, bikes, toys, crockery... anything that is broken is welcome, and can more than likely be repaired.
The Repair Café specialists almost always have the know-how.
The Women’s Only Swim and Gym program is a dedicated initiative designed to create a safe, inclusive, and comfortable environment for women to participate in swim and gym activities....
These sessions provide women exclusive access to Aquarena 's facilities, ensuring privacy and cultural sensitivity while promoting physical well-being and community engagement.
Held on the last Sunday of each month, this evening is designed exclusively for women to enjoy access to the pool, along with new additions: a Dance Fusion group fitness class and Open Gym access.
All programs are run by female-only staff,.
Casual entry is $8.80 for adults and $7.70 for children. The event remains free for members.
Entry is between 8.15pm and 8.30pm, after which the doors will be locked and set to exit only.
More information at Active Manningham.
Bulleen Cricket Club is excited to host a Women’s Come and Try Evening, inviting female cricketers aged 12 and older, of all abilities and experience levels, to get involved in our welcoming and supportive community. ...
Bulleen Cricket Club is excited to host a Women’s Come and Try Evening, inviting female cricketers aged 12 and older, of all abilities and experience levels, to get involved in our welcoming and supportive community.
The session will be a fun and relaxed introduction to cricket, offering participants the chance to learn new skills, meet new people, and experience the enjoyment of being part of a team.
Qualified coaches and current players will run engaging activities designed for beginners as well as those with some cricket experience. All equipment will be provided, and participants simply need to bring their enthusiasm. The evening is a fantastic opportunity for women and girls to connect, stay active, and see what community cricket at Bulleen is all about.
We encourage anyone interested in trying cricket, returning to the game, or simply seeking a new way to get active and meet people to come along. Everyone is welcome, and no prior experience is necessary.
Members of community organisations are invited to attend this free information session to find out more about our Community Partnership Grants Program 2026 -2030....
We invite members of community organisations to attend this information session to find out more about our Community Partnership Grants program 2026-2030.
This session will provide essential information about our upcoming round of Community Partnership Grants which open for applications on Monday 27 October 2025.
Interested representatives from community organisations are encouraged to attend this information session.
Paddling sessions for children aged six to thirteen years. ...
Do you have the power to paddle? Looking to get outdoors these school holidays? Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!
Program information
Terms and conditions
How to apply
To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:
Please note: applications via this online form do not guarantee a spot in this program. After completing the online form, additional steps must be followed to secure a spot in this program.
Free sport and recreation activities for people 12 to 17 years to connect and get active together!...
A free event for young people aged 12 to 17 years!
This pop up event is designed to get youth active, learn new skills, and have fun together in a relaxed environment.
Manningham Youth Services, Active Manningham and Skateboarding Victoria will be at the Warrandyte netball courts from 11.00am to 2.00pm. Drop in whenever suits you!
Activities:
Learn to Skate Session:
Whether you're a beginner or want to polish your skills, this All Aboard Learn to Skate session will help you improve your skating technique. Skate coaches will provide hands-on instruction, offering tips for mastering basic skills or learning advanced tricks. Boards and helmets will be available to use, but feel free to bring your own.
Sports Equipment Zone:
Bring your friends with you and play with a variety of sports equipment. Whether you're into badminton, basketball, soccer, racquet sports or want to try something new, there will be plenty of equipment on hand to play with.
A free, fun and inclusive day connecting children with disabilities to local sport and active recreation opportunities....
A free, fun and inclusive day connecting children with disabilities to local sport and active recreation opportunities.
Disability Sports Australia and Manningham Council invite children living with disabilities to our free Variety Abilities Unleashed Kids event.
Proudly supported by Variety Victoria - The Children's Charity and Matchworks, this multi-sport come and try day marks the initial steps in the active journey of children living with disabilities.
Each event enables and empowers participants to discover local active opportunities within a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.
Participants will be split into smaller groups upon registration. After a welcome at 10.00am, they will rotate across 4 to 6 stations. These activities will consist of modified sport and active recreation with the use of adaptive equipment to suit the participants. The stations will be facilitated by specialised coaches with the support of students and community organisations.
Registrations are required - places are expected to fill quickly, so register today!
For children and youth aged 5 to 18 years.
Do you have the power to paddle? Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!...
Registration for Paddle Power is full. No more bookings are available.
Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!
All equipment will be provided.
These sessions are for primary school children aged seven to 14 years. All genders are welcome, no prior paddle experience is needed.
This activity will be delivered by Paddle Victoria qualified coaches and guides. All guides and coaches have a Working with Children Check and a First Aid Certificate.
These sessions are being delivered in partnership with Manningham Council and Paddle Victoria as part of the Birrarung Riverfest 2025. Celebrate our river at one of 60+ events hosted over three weeks from 6–28 September. Whether you enjoy riverside walks, cleanups, creative workshops or paddling adventures, there's something for everyone at Riverfest. Riverfest is presented by the Yarra Riverkeeper Association and our partners Burndap Birrarung burndap umarkoo collaboration and Melbourne Water. Check out the full program of events here.
Are you a mum who loves watching your daughter play basketball, while cheering from the sidelines? Why not have a go yourself....
Are you a mum who loves watching your daughter play basketball, while cheering from the sidelines? Why not have a go yourself.
Bulleen Boomers are hosting a mother/daughter session, where mothers and daughters come together to train and play.
Girls love to share the court with their mums, showcasing their skills and teaching their mums a thing or two. Come on down to have a run together.
Come and join Kate Stacker (300 game WNBL star), who will be running the session with our incredible support coaches from other programs at Bulleen Boomers.
This will be an all-female event with coaches, mums, daughters, aunties, or any special other female in your life, all suiting up for a fun filled session of basketball.
Females of all ages and abilities welcome.
What to wear: Basketball uniform or clothes you can move freely in and supportive sports shoes.
What to bring: A clearly named basketball (optional) and water bottle (optional).
Registrations are required.
Make a splash and be confident in the water this summer with Active Manningham's Holiday Accelerated Swim Program (HASP). ...
Help your kids be more confident in the water this summer with Active Manningham's Holiday Accelerated Swim Program (HASP).
Enrol now for a week of aquatic adventure and skill building. This program is designed to help develop individual swimming skills quickly.
Classes run for 30 minutes over five consecutive days, at the same time each day.
Participants will learn swimming and water safety skills from nationally qualified swim teachers.
Exclusive early bird offer
Program information
Meeting Date: 14 September 2021
Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Location: Virtual meeting. You can watch the livestream on this page or on our Facebook page.
Notice is given that a Council Meeting of the Manningham City Council will be held at 6:30pm on Tuesday, 14 September 2021. This meeting is called pursuant to Rule 12.1 of the Governance Rules. The business to be transacted at this Council meeting is:
This meeting will be held online. Residents and interested people are encouraged to view the livestream on Manningham’s Facebook page or website.
ANDREW DAY
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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.
Join us for an engaging seminar where we'll delve into the fascinating world of fungi with expert Dr. Alison Pouliot.
The earth’s rapidly changing climate and environmental issues have come into sharp focus through the demise of charismatic megafauna and the ‘biodiversity crisis’. But what about stinkhorns and slime moulds? How do fungi and their kin get our attention when they are not only overshadowed by more ‘popular’ organisms, but are rarely included in our ideas about ‘nature’ or ‘biodiversity’?
The good news is it seems we’re in something of a ‘fungal awakening’ and mushrooms are finally having their moment. Over the last 25 years Alison has divided her time between hemispheres, working both with fungi and their followers. She has been actively involved in fungal conservation and land restoration programs.
In this talk Alison will explore how fungi are perceived across hemispheres in conservation contexts and which fungal flagships best capture the public imagination. She will also share some stories from the writing of her recent book, Underground Lovers – Encounters with Fungi in which she interacted with fungi and their followers across a dozen countries.
There will be an opportunity at the end for participants to show their specimens or purchase books.
Booking essential: Limited to 50 people.
About the Presenter
Alison Pouliot, BA (Philosophy), BSc Hons (Zoology), PhD (Ecology/Mycology).
Alison is an ecologist, environmental photographer and author and has presented over 800 environmental seminars, forays and workshops in Australia and internationally.
Seminar field trip
Attending this event will enable you to attend the Seminar field trip: Meeting with mushrooms.
This exciting field trip introduces participants to the diversity, ecology and curiosities of the Kingdom Fungi, specific to fungi found in the region and its various habitat types.
Participants will learn some of the basic skills used to identify fungi in the field using multiple senses. The relationships between fungi and various plant species and different habitat types will be discussed. Every fungus has intriguing natural and cultural histories and stories, and these will be shared along the way.
Interested participants will be sent a registration link.
