Join Laura Battley, Registered Clinical Psychotherapist, Arts Therapist and Professional Development Trainer in this restorative session for Carers.
SoulCollage® provides a useful tool for self-reflection and self-care through creativity, imagery, and calming breathwork.
Connecting creative expression, mindfulness, and bodily awareness, you will tune into your inner resources to develop an empowering, wellbeing practice.
Join Veronica from A Hand to Help as she shares tried and true methods to help:
Plus, how to recycle to reduce landfill in a mindful and thoughtful way, and part with possessions while reflecting on the memoires they evoke.
This is a free event, however registrations are essential.
Contact Pines Learning to register.
Understand the basics of technology, including smartphones and other digital devices. Learn about their functionality and the ways you can use these devices to connect with others and access services over the internet.
The topics covered include:
Tunstall Square Market is located at Tunstall Square Shopping Centre, corner Doncaster and Tunstall Road, Doncaster East. The market is held on the last Sunday of the month from 8.00am to 1.00pm.
Tunstall Square Market has up to 100 stalls selling an eclectic mix of items from plants, clothing and crafts direct to the public.
For more information visit the Rotary Club of Warrandyte/Donvale.
There is no market in December or January
Markets run throughout the year in different locations across Manningham. Find one near you.
Come and experience the botanic beauty of the luscious gardens at Applewood at our Open Gardens event.
James Wall from Gardenworld will do a presentation on springtime planting and provide tips to keep your garden in pristine condition.
Then we will do a walking tour of the village gardens, where you can admire the peaceful backdrop and stunning landscaping in this sophisticated oasis purpose-built for over 55s.
An afternoon tea will follow in the Community Centre.
Walking Basketball is for participants across all ages, genders and abilities. It helps to maintain and improve mental and physical health in a fun and judgment free environment.
Sessions run weekly on a Thursday and are relaxed and fun, with a lot of laughter.
Morning tea is provided afterwards.
Upcoming term dates:
Sessions are free but registration is required.
Get ready for an inspiring movie during This Girl Can month!
Join us for a special screening of Ride Like a Girl. The remarkable true story of a determined daughter of a horse trainer who dreams of becoming the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. Witness her journey of perseverance and passion on the big screen.
What to bring: beanbag, cushions or a low camp chair.
Popcorn will be provided.
Parental guidance required - the movie is rated PG.
Registrations are required.
#ManninghamGirlsCan
Join this award-winning artist for a 3-hour workshop at the Doncaster Templestowe Artists' Society....
Don't miss this workshop with the award-winning Caroline Lewallen, who will lead you through working with pastels, a medium she loves for its immediacy and intensity of colour.
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.
Learn from Senior Wurundjeri Educator Chris Hume about the significant history of the land you're walking on. ...
Join us for a special guided bush walk through Currawong Bush Park with Senior Educator and Education Liaison Officer, Chris Hume, accompanied by Senior Environmental Educator, Joe Costello.
This is a chance to broaden your cultural awareness and learn how Traditional Owners cared for our landscape.
This event will provide residents a chance to come together and gain a deeper understanding of Wurundjeri culture.
Chris Hume
Chris, a proud Yorta Yorta and Boonwurrung man, has over a decade of experience championing cultural leadership and community wellbeing. He’s held roles as Cultural Wellbeing Coordinator at Mullum Mullum, Indigenous Arts Officer with the Torch program in Victorian prisons, and now works with the Education team at the Wurundjeri Corporation. Beyond his career, Chris empowers community through the Southern Warriors Motorcycle Club, mentoring young boxers in Healesville, and as a Masters Boxing champion – earning NAIDOC Sportsperson of the Year in 2024.
Joe Costella
Joseph (Joe) Costello is the Senior Environmental Educator in the Wurundjeri Education team. Raised in Wangaratta, he studied Environmental Science and Ecology at La Trobe University and has 24 years’ experience as an ecologist. Since 2012, Joe has worked with the Narrap Rangers on ecological burns and cultural engagements through his role at Hume City Council. He became a Team Leader at the Narrap Rangers in 2023 before joining the Wurundjeri Education team in 2024. With Aboriginal ancestry from the Barunggam people of South Queensland, Joe feels a deep and ongoing connection to First Peoples, particularly the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung, and is committed to sharing knowledge while respectfully learning from their culture and history.
Participant information:
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Warrandyte Tennis Club and Happy Little Learners present: Learning the fun way - free two week trial. ...
Warrandyte Tennis Club and Happy Little Learners present: Learning the fun way - free two week trial.
Come along for a free two week trial of our all new Learning the Fun Way - through music, movement and play program.
Sessions are designed for children 6 months to 7 years. Children are supported by their parents/carers to learn a huge range of age-appropriate skills and understandings in a creative, fun and interactive way.
Separate classes will be offered, specifically catering for children with ASD, ADHD or learning difficulties.
Where applicable, please include a description of your NDIS goals or ILP goals, to ensure we can cater towards your specific needs.
Class timetable
Mondays:
Wednesdays:
Celebrate This Girl Can month with Whitehorse Manningham Libraries and get inspired to get moving with a screening of Bend It Like Beckham!
Gather your friends and family for a feel-good film about two determined 18-year-olds chasing their dreams of playing professional football. It's a story of friendship, culture, and following your passion.
What to bring: beanbag, cushions or a low camp chair.
Popcorn will be provided.
Parental guidance required - the movie is rated PG.
Registrations are required.
#ManninghamGirlsCan
We’re celebrating 10 years of MC Square (Manningham City Square) with an anniversary event in December.
There’ll be fun for the whole family, including:
This is a free event, and no registration is required.
Join Elana from Cloth Nappy Workshops Melbourne who will take you through the different reusable menstrual products and how to decide which one suits your needs, budget and body.
She will discuss washable cloth pads, menstrual discs and cups, and absorbent period underwear, and how to use and wash them, so you can avoid spending money at the shops each month.
Meeting Date: 15 October 2024
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.Council acknowledges that in the lead up to its general elections, it will not make any decision that would, or could be perceived to, inappropriately bind an incoming Council or affect the outcome of the elections. As stipulated in our Election Period Policy, Council will hold a meeting this month to consider routine administrative matters and the Annual Report. There are also placed limitations on the conduct of the meeting such as no public question time, tabling of petitions and Councillor reports and question time.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Becoming an Australian citizen represents a commitment to Australia and its people....
Becoming an Australian citizen represents a commitment to Australia and its people.
All applications for Australian citizenship are processed by the Department of Home Affairs. Further information on how to apply for Australian Citizenship is available from the Australian citizenship website or the Citizenship Information Line on 131 880.
For most people, the final step in becoming an Australian citizen is making the pledge of commitment at an Australian Citizenship Ceremony. Applicants for Australian Citizenship will generally be invited to attend a ceremony within 3 to 6 months from the date their application is approved. You will receive a written invitation to your ceremony from the Department of Home Affairs.
While Manningham hosts Australian Citizenship Ceremonies, the Council is unable to provide further information regarding the timing of your ceremony.
A 5-hour workshop with a talented landscape artist and sketcher....
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.
Looking for a friendly way to connect with your community?
Our Talking Cafes are weekly drop-in sessions held at local cafes, designed for you to socialise, learn what's happening in your community, and make new friends! A welcoming Talking Café host will greet you each week and introduce any special guest speakers. Meet new people, share stories, and find out about local events and initiatives.
Drop in when it suits you and newcomers are always welcome. Feeling a bit unsure about coming alone? No problem at all, just call us and we are happy to help!
No need to book, just drop in!
Join us for an engaging session presented by Musculoskeletal Health Australia (MHA) – Australia’s leading voice for musculoskeletal health.
Presented by Helen Jentz, MHA Chief Executive Officer, the session will help you:
Plus, get the inside scoop on The World’s Biggest Sit In – an exciting world record attempt for the largest chair-based exercise class on Sunday 26 October 2025.