أهلا ومرحبا

Join us for Arabic stories and rhymes to support families with young children who wish to maintain a family language or learn an additional language.

Storytime sessions support literacy development, social skills and group learning, all while exploring health and wellbeing themes.

Who: For children aged one to five years.

When: Every third Thursday of the month at The Pines Library. Every first Tuesday of the month at a local community venue.

Cost: Sessions are free to attend, and no registrations or library membership are required.

The Arabic Storytime session is a part of the Government Multicultural Storytime grant which will help our local libraries deliver Storytime programs for babies and young children in Arabic and Italian in Manningham.

Ciao e Benvenuto!

Join us for Italian stories and rhymes to support families with young children who wish to maintain a family language or learn an additional language.

Storytime sessions support literacy development, social skills and group learning, all while exploring health and wellbeing themes.

Who: For children aged one to five years.

When: Every second Tuesday of the month during school terms at Bulleen Library. Every fourth Tuesday of the month at a local community venue. 

Cost: Sessions are free to attend, and no registrations or library membership are required.

The Italian Storytime session is a part of the Government Multicultural Storytime grant which will help our local libraries deliver Storytime programs for babies and young children in Arabic and Italian in Manningham.

Join the Aquatic playgroup at Aquarena and connect with other parents and babies.

Each session consists of water familiarisation for parents and babies, guided by a qualified swim teacher. All babies must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

The Aquatic playgroup is available for babies from three months to 11 months of age. 

Sessions run on Monday and Wednesday mornings.

What to bring: 

• a swim nappy for the baby whilst in the pool
• swimwear/bathers
• towels for the parent and baby
• dry clothes for after the aquatic playgroup.

Join the Aquatic playgroup at Aquarena and connect with other parents and babies.

Each session consists of water familiarisation for parents and babies, guided by a qualified swim teacher. All babies must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

The Aquatic playgroup is available for babies from three months to 11 months of age. 

Sessions run on Monday and Wednesday mornings.

What to bring: 

• a swim nappy for the baby whilst in the pool
• swimwear/bathers
• towels for the parent and baby
• dry clothes for after the aquatic playgroup.

By improving your home's efficiency, you can reduce energy costs and create a more comfortable home for your family.

Looking for ways to improve comfort and energy efficiency at home? This 2-hour session, funded by Manningham Council and hosted by Pines Learning, is perfectly timed as we enter the warmer months. 

Join expert presenter Lucinda and learn practical strategies to optimise your home and appliances for summer comfort.

Topics include:

• how heat builds up in your home and strategies to reduce this
• simple tips for staying cooler in summer
• choosing efficient and affordable appliances
• habits and behaviours to make your home more liveable
• government freebies, rebates and financial incentives.
   

You'll leave with fresh ideas and an upgrades roadmap to help you achieve greater comfort and lower energy use – long into the future.

The session is suited to anyone looking for simple, practical ways to save money, reduce their environmental impact and improve their home's liveability. 

Registrations are essential.

Note: Doncaster Library will be hosting a later session of Liveable Homes - Summer Comfort on 30 October 2025.

Power up a cleaner future

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.

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Artlinks is a creative art group which meets weekly at the Seniors Citizens Centre in Warrandyte.

The program is about getting together, meeting new people, whilst enjoying art and craft projects. No art skill required!

Bring your own project to work on, or be guided through a group activity.

Stay for the morning or join in the activities. 

Contact Trentwood Community House for further details and about transport options, or a My Aged care referral if you are over 65 years of age.

Have you considered where and how you'd like to be cared for at the end of life, who you would like to have with you and where you prefer to die?

Do you need assistance getting started on:

• your Advanced Care Directive, 
• your Funeral Care Plan, and
• legacy documents such as letters to your loved ones? 

End of Life Doula Yvonne will take you through a comprehensive checklist to give you peace of mind that your loved ones have all the information they may need should the time come.

 

In recognition of Dementia Action Week, you’re invited to a free Dementia Awareness Community Seminar at Manningham Uniting Church and Community Centre.

This session will provide valuable insights and resources for people living with dementia, their carers, and the broader community. 

Together, we’ll foster greater understanding and support meaningful social connections.

During the session we will hear from Anita Koochew from Eastern Community Legal Centre, Dr Kate Lawler (Physiotherapist) – Physiotherapy for People Living with Dementia and Professor Paul Yates.

Afternoon tea will be provided.

Join The Men’s Table for an evening of food and laughter in celebration of Men's Health Week.

What can you expect from the evening?

• Food (included in the ticket price)
• Laughter
• Camaraderie
• Connection
• Did we mention food and laughter?
• And hear what is happening in your community to prioritise men’s health, not just in Men’s Health Week but all year round. 

Hear from The Men’s Table, a men’s peer support group that meets at The Grand Hotel over dinner once a month to share openly about their lives, their challenges, their highs and lows with a group of like-minded men.

No membership fee, just the cost of your meal each month.

This event is proudly supported by Manningham City Council and Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre.

About the Men's Table

The Men’s Table creates a unique environment for men to share openly about their lives with other men.

The Men’s Table creates a sense of belonging, community, peer support and camaraderie that is lacking for many men, even for some who already have a group of mates.

The Men’s Table began in 2011 with 12 men who have met once a month for dinner and has since become a national charity and grown to 59 tables across Australia.

This evening will give you an insight into what it is like to be part of a Men’s Table and how it benefits the community as a whole. We’ll also provide details on how to join a Men’s Table for those men interested in joining.

Join experienced tutor Clare Mannion for a relaxed, creative environment to enhance your drawing skills!

Whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, our Life Drawing class provides a chance to practice sketching the human form from a live model.  

First Thursday of each month.

Parking available onsite.  Bus: Route 905 Thompsons Road / Sunhill Road.

We all strive to maintain our health, avoid injuries, and live independently in our homes for as long as possible. However, falls remain one of the leading causes of injury and fatality among older adults, with approximately half of these incidents occurring in or around the home.

To address this important issue, Manningham Council, in collaboration with Access Health and Community, are offering a free, one-hour information session.

This session will cover:

• why older adults are at risk of falls
• how to reduce the risk of falls
• how to stay active and independent for longer
• where to find help to reduce or manage falls.

This information session is part of our commitment to working towards becoming an Age Friendly City. 

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.

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Join Claudia Rigoni-Brazzale, Aged Care Specialist, for an informative and engaging session that explores the key changes to the Aged Care System coming into effect from 1 November 2025.

Claudia will break down what these changes mean for older Australians, their families, and care partners — including updates to services, funding, and support pathways. 

Whether you're navigating aged care for the first time or supporting someone through the system, this session will help you feel more informed and prepared.

• learn what’s changing
• understand how it affects you or your loved ones
• ask questions and get expert insights.

This is a great opportunity to stay up to date and connect with others in the community who are also navigating aged care.

Park Orchards Primary School, corner Bowmore Avenue and Park Road, Park Orchards.

Pick up fresh produce direct from the Yarra Valley, exquisite crafts and quality urban wares. 

Third Saturday of the month, 10.00am to 2.00pm (except January).

For more information, visit Park Orchards Market.

Markets in Manningham

Markets run throughout the year in different locations across Manningham. Find one near you.

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After months of weed removal, Andersons Creek Landcare Group is excited to be planting!

We have 1,000’s of grasses waiting to go in the ground. All we need is the person power. 

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of planting. You will be part of this great habitat restoration project.