Tolstoy Reserve is a pedestrian thoroughfare between Tolstoy Court and King Street to access the bus stop and Roseville Retirement Village. It features a walkway, drinking fountain and attractive landscaping.
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Buckingham Reserve is an attractive treed reserve that functions as a small stormwater retarding basin and provides an pedestrian link between Menarra Street and Buckingham Crescent to the nearby Village Avenue Shopping Centre.
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Meeting Date: 24 August 2021
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Virtual meeting. You can watch the livestream on this page or on our Facebook page.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings
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.
Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:
Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. As you cannot be present in the chamber, your question will be read out at the meeting by the CEO. For more information visit the Council Meeting Procedures page.
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Agenda timestamps
00:00 - Opening prayer and statements of acknowledgement
06:35 - Passing of former Councillor Fred Chuah
13:00 - Kiwanis Club – Monster Raffle
15:36 - Petitions
24:10 - Public question time
29:21 - Planning permit applications
37:51 - City planning and community
45:42 - City services
49:46 - Procurement Policy review
53:35 - 10 Year Financial Plan 2021/22 to 2030/31
1:00:41 - Council Plan 2021-2025
1:06:10 - Strategic Risk Register
1:10:51 - Bulk Retirement of Council Endorsed Policies
1:20:21 - Review of Manningham's Governance Rules
1:25:47 - Documents for Sealing
1:27:26 - Councillors' question time
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Miramar Reserve provides a pedestrian link from Miramar Court to Cat Jump Park via Ellerton Court. It can be used as part of a walking circuit for local residents and those of nearby Donvale Retirement Village.
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Despite its relative small size, Montgomery Reserve located on the corner of Montgomery and Churchill Streets is well situated to provide a small green refuge for the workers and shoppers at the busy Doncaster East Village/Devon Plaza. The Reserve also houses Doncaster East Pre-school.
Amenities include a park seat under a shady tree, picnic table and rubbish bin. Playground is suitable for age group: 1 to 4 years.
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Valepark Reserve is a great local park. Close to two local primary schools and next door to Donvale Retirement Village, Valepark Reserve also links residents to Cat Jump Park and the Mullum Mullum Creek Linear Park.
Upgraded in 2014, improvements included new play equipment and a new pathway from the Donvale Retirement Village gate through the reserve.
Places and spaces
The highlights of a visit to Valepark Reserve are the trampolines, the first in Manningham and the hammock swing. There is also a full sized swing, monkey bars and a long wave slide.
- Basketball half court
- Four square
- Drink fountain
- Picnic table
Suitable age group: all ages
Paths and trails
Mullum Mullum Trail - 860 metres
Dellview Playspace, Mullum Mullum Creek Linear Park - 700 metres
Cat Jump Park - 600 metres
Cameron Reserve - 600 metres
Landscape Reserve - 1000 metres
Pine Hill Reserve - 1100 metres
Bus Routes
Route 282 - Manningham Loop stops nearby in Carbine Street
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Catering for young children, Cameron Reserve features a junior unit with slide, activity panels and a rocker, as well as a pommel walk and swings for the older kids.
It is located near Donvale Retirement Village and also has a picnic table and drink fountain.
Suitable age group: 1 to 7 years
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Meeting Date: 27 March 2018
Meeting Time: 7.00 pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
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Meeting Date: 28 August 2018
Meeting Time: 7.00 pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
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Meeting Date: 22 May 2018
Meeting Time: 7.00 pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
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Meeting Date: 28 March 2017
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
View and download the Council Papers below.
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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.
Meeting Date: 15 December 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Council Meetings
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. This Council meeting will proceed in the Council Chamber adhering to our COVID-Safe Plan to minimise potential transmission of COVID-19.
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.
Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:
- Public Question Time – At this time, anyone wanting to ask a question of Council should submit their question via email by 5.00pm on the Monday before the meeting. As you cannot be present in the chamber to read your question, your question will be read out by our CEO. Public Question Time form.
Find out more about Meetings procedures and Public Question Time.
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Getting There
By car
Parking available at Manningham Civic Centre
By bus
Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:
Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe
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Doncaster Hill is a sustainable, high density, mixed-use village that provides for high quality urban living.
Located in the heart of Doncaster, Victoria, approximately 12kms from Melbourne's Central Business District.
An activity centre for our community.
- One of the highest points in Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
- Panoramic views of the Dandenongs, Kinglake and the city's skyline.
- A 58 hectare area stretching along the major corridors of Doncaster Road, Williamsons Road and Tram Road.
What's happening now?
We’re continuing to update Doncaster Hill to improve the way our community lives, works and enjoys this neighbourhood.
These works form a part of our infrastructure planning for this area and the long standing Doncaster Hill Strategy.
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A new park for Doncaster Hill
The concept design for Hepburn Reserve has been developed in response to community feedback and will include outdoor seating, a BBQ area, a drinking fountain, public art, large open lawn areas, a playspace, nature play, canopy tree planting, bike hoops and more.
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Walker reserve upgrade
This small local open space was upgraded in November 2019 to December 2020
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New U-turn lane on Tram Road
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Pedestrian signals at the Applewood Retirement Village
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Extension to Hepburn Road
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Tram Road and Merlin Street intersection traffic lights
What shapes Doncaster Hill?
With populations on the rise in Melbourne, Doncaster Hill is one of our solutions to meet the challenge of future housing needs. This modern urban village allows those of us who enjoy to live in the suburbs to continue to do so, whilst providing apartment-style living for others.
The Doncaster Hill Strategy helps guide us on the land use and development in this centre.
How to get here by public transport
By bus
Many bus routes that are provided by Public Transport Victoria (PTV) travel through Doncaster Hill.
View the routes and timetables of the following bus services:
SmartBus
- 907 (City to Mitcham via Doncaster Road)
- 902 (Chelsea to Airport West via Doncaster/Williamsons Roads)
- 903 (Altona to Mordialloc via Williamsons/Tram Roads)
Local services
We're strongly advocating for rail
In addition to bus services, we are strongly advocating for alternate public transport options with the State Government:
Reviewing our strategic vision
Find out why we are reviewing our strategic vision
Are you a developer?
Use this toolkit to assist your developments in Doncaster Hill
Setting up a new business is an exciting and challenging time with many things to consider such as budgets, staffing, branding, operations and marketing. It's important to think about the big picture and how you would like to grow into the future.
Below you'll find a range of resources, tools and information available to support all types of local businesses.
Why start a business in Manningham?

We are here to help!
The Manningham Business Team are here to assist you with resources, networking events and various training programs throughout the year.
Get to know Manningham
Business essentials

When do you need a permit for your business?
Have a new business idea? Find out when you need a permit and where you can get advice.

Looking for volunteers?
Eastern Volunteers delivers services directly to the community and encourages and supports volunteering in the community.
Local business associations, networks and mentoring
There are a range of local associations that encourage networking and mentoring opportunities for small businesses as well as annual events and training.
Victoria’s first Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) is now operating.
The Scheme will help to reduce litter in local streets and parks.
Visit the CDS website to find out more.
Find a refund point
You can now return eligible beverage containers for a refund. Reverse vending machines and over the counter and depot refund points are operating in Manningham.
Browse the list of sites below or view sites on a map.
Reverse vending machines are automated, purpose-built and can capture up to 10,000 eligible containers each day. They can be used from 7.00am to 8.00pm daily and include sound proofing and external lighting.
Mullum Mullum Reserve
1 - 41 Springvale Road, Donvale, VIC 3111. Located in the Donvale Bowls Club carpark.
Pettys Reserve
61 - 77 Reynolds Road, Templestowe, VIC 3106.
Rieschiecks Reserve
125 - 149 George Street, Doncaster East, VIC 3109. Located in the Tom Kelly carpark.
Ted Ajani Reserve
284 Thompsons Road, Templestowe Lower, VIC 3107.
Templestowe Reserve
94 - 140 Porter Street, Templestowe, VIC 3106.
Over the counter refund points are located within local businesses and organisations, once you hand over your containers, they will count them and provide a refund.
Jiamei Asian Food Lower Templestowe
3 Macedon Road, Templestowe Lower, VIC 3107
Park Orchards Milk Bar
588 Park Road, Park Orchards, VIC 3114
Depots are able to sort and count large loads of eligible beverage containers and you can either walk-through or drive-through to get your containers counted.
The Grange Mini Mart Templestowe
2 The Grange, Templestowe, VIC 3106
Wonga Park Cellars and General Store and Fuel Station
323 Yarra Road, Wonga Park, VIC 3115
Catering for young children, Corroboree Reserve playground features a junior unit with slide, spinner and swings. The Reserve is in close proximity to Chatsworth Quadrant local shops, Templestowe Pre-school and Templestowe Primary School. The reserve is fenced.
Suitable age group: 2 to 6 years
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Our strategies and action plans detail how we deliver outcomes for the community and Manningham. Planning is developed in consultation with the community in line with our community engagement policy.
Manningham’s 2040 Community Vision
Manningham is a harmonious, inclusive and safe community that is committed to sustainable growth, wellbeing, and innovation. We celebrate our diversity and natural environment whilst fostering a connected community that enriches the lives of all.
Strategies
Action plans
Find a world your taste buds will delight in, with Manningham’s fine dining. Tempt yourself with locally owned cafes and bakeries. Wine and dine at award winning restaurants, nestled amongst the trees, or standing proud in trendy suburbia.
Cafes and restaurants
Enjoy coffees, cake and hot chocolate as you snuggle into a comfy chair at cafes throughout Templestowe Village.
Find culinary delights at Tunstall Square Shopping Centre, in Doncaster East - home to over 45 businesses including great cafes, restaurant and fresh food providores.
Be spoilt for choice at Jackson Court Shopping Centre which effortlessly blends international and local flavours with Malaysian, Japanese, Greek and Persian cuisine on offer, among many others.
Local produce and wine
Explore local produce and take home some delicious jams and syrups at Warrandyte Berry farm, Aumanns Produce and more.
The renowned Yarra Valley food and wine region starts in Warrandyte. Find great wines, beer, cider and food at three cellar doors marking the entrance to the region.
Rob Dolan Wines
Rob Dolan Wines in Warrandyte South can guide you through a comprehensive tasting of wines at their cellar door. Purchase a 5 red star rating wine to takeaway or enjoy on the deck or in the gardens over a game of Bocce or Finska.
Pietro Gallo Estate
Nearby Pietro Gallo Estate is home to Olivigna Restaurant. Nestled in the sprawling hills of Warrandyte, celebrate the sweet life with friends and transports you to the Italian countryside through estate-grown produce, artisanal Grappa and liqueurs, and authentic Italian food and wine that is best savoured with friends.
Kellybrook Winery and Distillery
Kellybrook Winery and Distillery in Wonga Park is home to Kellybrook Wines, Rider Brew Co and Kelly Brothers Cider. Founded in 1962 making both still and sparkling cider from apples grown on site, grapes soon followed and Kellybrook was granted Yarra Valley’s first vigneron’s licence in 1969.
As a major attraction of Mullum Mullum Creek Linear Park, the Mullum Mullum trail is an 18.5 kilometre nature lover's trail from the Yarra River in Templestowe to the EastLink Trail in Donvale.
Suitable for cyclists and walkers who enjoy the natural flora of the Mullum Mullum Valley, together with bird watching, frog spotting in wetlands and even sighting the occasional koala.
Places to meet along the way
Connecting paths and trails
View a full map of the network of paths:
Report an issue
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