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Council Meeting 13 September 2022
… Meeting Time:  6.00pm  Location:  Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           Coronavirus …

Meeting Date: 13 September 2022
Meeting Time: 6.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Members of the public can attend Council meetings in person. We have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings.  Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (even if you don’t have a Facebook account) or website. 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.

 

Notice is given that a Council Meeting of the Manningham City Council will be held in the Council Chambers at 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster at 6:00pm on Tuesday, 13 September 2022.  This meeting is called pursuant to Rule 12.1 of the Governance Rules.  The business to be transacted at this Council meeting is:

  • Audit & Risk Committee Chair’s six-monthly report to Council
  • 2021/22 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval in Principle
  • Administrative Amendment to Governance Rules

All residents and interested people are welcome to attend. This meeting will be livestreamed on Manningham’s Facebook page and on this page.

ANDREW DAY

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Agenda item timestamps

Timecode Item
  5. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
07:00 5.1 Audit and Risk Committee Chair's Biannual Report
09:00 5.2 2021/22 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval in Principle
10:00 5.3 Administrative Amendment to Governance Rules (Page 92)

 

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Digital Accelerator Program - cracking the code
… to make it work for your business!    Manningham Function Centre Manningham Business Digital Accelerator Program … …

The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses. 

Cracking the code: Social media best practice to grow your business

With two billion active social media users in the world, including more that half of Australia's population, social media is undeniable one of the largest and most effective word-of-mouth marketing tools available... if you know what you're doing!

This workshop will set the foundations for best practice social media management for your business. It will focus on how to successfully leverage key social platforms to grow grow your business through strategic understanding and approach. It will cover:

  • a best practice approach to socials
  • understanding the algorithm and how it works
  • key platforms and roles
  • content planning, pillars and development
  • what's working in 2023.

Full of tips and tricks you can implement in your business straight away to see results. If you can only attend one Digital Accelerator Program session then make sure this is it!! But be quick - places are limited to the first 50 registrations!

About the facilitator

The Digital Picnic is a digital marketing agency with a difference; they are social media training specialists. The team at The Digital Picnic exist to equip businesses with the tools, techniques and marketing tactics to help your business become the best possible version of its online self.

Jacqui, The Digital Picnic's Content Director, is a communications and content professional with 15 plus years experience. She is passionate about decoding what works.

With a slew of content awards and viral creations under her belt, Jacqui has a knack for knowing the kind of content that'll translate. Experienced in corporate, government, e-commerce and creative settings, she'll help you cut through, no matter your message.

An overview of what's happening in the social media landscape in 2023 and the tricks to make it work for your business! 

 

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Council Meeting 25 June 2024
… Meeting Time:  7.00pm  Location:  Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          Due to …

Meeting Date: 25 June 2024
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.         

Due to construction works in the foyer area outside our Council chamber, limited seating is available at tonight's Council meeting.

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Timestamps

Timecode Item
04:58 PRIOR NOTIFICATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
05:10 CONFIMATION OF MINUTES 
  5. PRESENTATIONS
05:45 6. PETITIONS
5:50 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME 
11:40 8. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS 
13:40 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS 
  10. CITY PLANNING (Page 3)
  11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES (Page 3)
14:06 11.1 2024 Annual Grant Program Recommendations (Page 3)
23:10 15. URGENT BUSINESS (Page 232)
  12. CITY SERVICES (Page 10)
34:30 12.1 Public Electric Vehicle Charging - Expression of Interest Outcomes (Page 10)
  13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY (Page 20)
43:30 13.1 Community Panel Remit Endorsement (Page 20)
55:25 13.2 MAV State Council Motions (Page 28)
  14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (Page 31)
1:00:40 14.1 2024 General Valuation Return (Page 31)
1:07:20 14.2 Recreational Lands - Charges in Lieu of Rates 2024-35 (Page 36)
1:08:00 14.3 10 Year Financial Plan 2024/25 to 2033/34 (Page 41)
1:15:10 14.4 2024/25 Budget Adoption and Declaration of Rates and Charges (Page 84)
1:26:50 14.5 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Page 84)
1:28:00 14.6 Informal Meeting of Councillors (Page 218)
1:28:35 14.7 Documents for Sealing (Page 231)
1:29:00 16. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME (Page 232)
1:43:40 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS (Page 232)

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Preparing for emergencies

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We support and encourage the community to prepare for emergencies. 

In a life threatening emergency, call 000.

For current emergency information and warnings, and to download the app, visit VicEmergency. 

 

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Planning for emergencies

We have included a range of emergency planning tools to help you get started or refresh your plans. 

Take the quiz

Emergencies can interrupt your life in ways you don't expect. How prepared are you? 

Create a fire plan online

Your plan can be downloaded as a PDF to share with friends, family and neighbours.

Download the Get Prepared app

Make important decisions ahead of time with this all-emergencies app by the Australian Red Cross. 

Don't forget your pet in emergency planning

Tools from the RSPCA

Create a checklist for your emergency kit

Being prepared includes having essential supplies to look after yourself for at least 72 hours. 

Use the The Person-Centred Emergency Preparedness (P-CEP) toolkit

A guide for personal emergency planning in partnership with people with disbility. 

Store your identity documents

What if you couldn't prove your identity tomorrow? 

Bushfires

Below are some resources and services to help you prepare for bushfires - especially if you live in a bushfire prone area - and links to keep you updated during an emergency.

Check if your property is in a bushfire prone area or contact us

Find your local information

Including the Fire Danger Rating forecast, restrictions, safer places and CFA brigades

Access the Fire Danger Rating forecast

Provided by the Country Fire Authority (CFA)

Find out about our Garden Waste Disposal Days

For our residents in Bushfire Prone Areas

Report unsightly properties

Find out how to report a property with excessive rubbish or disused excavation materials.

Remove a tree on your property

Find out what permits you need to remove vegetation from your property. 

Discover your neighbourhood safer place

A Neighbourhood Safer Place is a place of last resort when all other bushfire plans have failed.

Floods and storms

Below are some resources to help you prepare for floods and storms - especially if you live in a flood prone area - and also links to report flooded drains or get updates during an emergency. 

Check if your property is in an urban floodway zone or contact us

Local Flood Guide

Provided by the State Emergency Service (SES)

Manningham Flood and Storm Emergency Plan

Provided by the State Emergency Service (SES)

How to prepare for flood and storm

Provided by the State Emergency Service (SES)

Become an SES volunteer
Report a blocked or damaged street drain

House and apartment fires

Below are some resources to help you prevent building fires. 

Home fire safety

Provided by Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV)

High rise fire safety

Provided by Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV)

Learn more about non-compliant external cladding

Provided by Cladding Safety Victoria

Home fire safety

Provided by the Country Fire Authority (CFA)

Lithium Ion Battery Safety

Provided by Energy Safe Victoria

Keeping safe during health-related emergencies

Heat health warnings

Provided by the Victorian Government's Department of Health

Subscribe to health alerts

Provided by the Victorian Government's Department of Health

Thunderstorm asthma information and warnings

Provided by the Victorian Government's Department of Health

Other types of emergencies

Water safety in the river

Provided by Royal Life Saving Australia

Civil disturbance or terrorism

Provided by the Australian Government's Australian National Security

Earthquakes

Provided by the State Emergency Service (SES)

Power outages

Provided by the Victorian Government Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA)

Are you emergency aware?

View discussions from the community relating to preparing for an emergency including frequently raised questions.

Shared community statements are not endorsed actions to take in an emergency but serve to help you evaluate your current plan. See what your community had to say.

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Council Meeting 26 July 2022
… Meeting Time:  7.00pm  Location:  Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           Coronavirus …

Meeting Date: 26 July 2022
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Members of the public can attend Council meetings in person. We have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings.  Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (even if you don’t have a Facebook account) or website. 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 item timestamps

Timecode Item
00:04:00 5.1 Parks and Leisure Region Award of Excellence
  10. CITY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY
00:06:00 10.1 Liveable City Strategy 2040 - Final Endorsement
00:48:00 10.2 Doncaster Park & ride - Transit Orient Development
01:00:00 10.3 Integrated Water Management Strategy - Implementation Plan
01:13:00 10.4 Amendment C137mann adoption - Amendment to Special Building Overlay - Schedule 1 (SB01) in and around Hillcroft Drive, templestowe
  13. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFIVER
01:18:00 13.1 Audit and Risk Committee - New Independent Member 2022
01:20:00 13.2 Informal Meeting of Councillors
01:22:00 13.3 Documents for Sealing
  14. NOTICES OF MOTION
01:23:00 14.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Stephen Mayne (NOM No. 3/2022)
01:28:00 COUNCILLORS' QUESTION TIME
01:28:00 CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

 

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Council Meeting 27 September 2022
… Meeting Time:  7.00pm  Location:  Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.           Coronavirus …

Meeting Date: 27 September 2022
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Members of the public can attend Council meetings in person. We have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings.  Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (even if you don’t have a Facebook account) or website. 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 item timestamps

Timecode Item
02:00 Motion of Condolence - Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
  10. CITY PLANNING & COMMUNITY
10:00 10.1 Draft Community Local Law 2022. 
  11. CITY SERVICES
18:00 11.1 Maintenance Responsibilities along Arterial Roads (Page 191)
  13. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
26:00 13.1 Draft Freedom of the City Policy
31:00 13.2 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Page 205)
32:00 13.3 Informal Meetings of Councillors (Page 210)
32:00 13.4 Documents for Sealing
  14. NOTICES OF MOTION
33:00 14.1 Notion of Motion by Cr Stephen Mayne (NOM No.5/2022) (Page 224)
40:00 15. URGENT BUSINESS
40:00 16. COUNCILLORS REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME (Page 225)
52:00 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

 

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Council Meeting 27 February 2024
… Meeting Time:  7.00pm  Location:  Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          Limited …

Meeting Date: 27 February 2024
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.         

Limited seating is available in the chamber and a limited number of seating will be available in the foyer.  

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Timestamps

Timecode Item
5:15 4. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
  5. PRESENTATIONS
6:00 5.1 Passing of Mr Ivan Edgar Peter-Budge
8:44 5.2. Australia Day Honours 2024
  6. PETITIONS
09:54 6.1 Petition - Requesting Council to develop an LGBTQIA+ Action Plan
10:45 6.2 Petition - Calling for Solidarity with Palestine
11:30 6.3 Online Petition - Calling for Solidarity with Palestine
12:30 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
  15. NOTICES OF MOTION
39:00 15.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Tomas Lightbody (NOM No. 1/2024 (Page 154)
  11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES
01:15:10 11.1 Health and Wellbeing Action Plan 2024 - 2025 (Page 3)
01:20:00 11.2 Manningham Draft Gambling Policy & Action Plan 2024 (Page 25)
  12. CITY SERVICES
01:29:30 12.1 Quarterly Capital Works Status Report - Quarter 1 (Page 51)
01:39:00 12.2 Cyclic Block Pruning and Tree Maintenance Contract Award (Page 95)
  13 EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY
01:41:15 13.1 2024/25 Deliberative Panel (Page 99)
01:47:20 13.2 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 2 (Oct-Dec), 2023/24 (Page 106)
  14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (Page 134)
01:53:00 14.1 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Page 134)
01:54:00 14.2 Informal Meetings of Councillors (Page 140)
01:54:30 14.3 Documents for Sealing (Page 152)
01:55:00 17. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME (Page 156)
02:02:00 18. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS
  18.1 Future Directions Regional Assessment Service (Page 156)

 

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Digital Accelerator Program - boost your online presence
… and one to one mentoring sessions. Manningham Function Centre Manningham Business Digital Accelerator Program … …

The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses. 

Boost your online presence: Mastering SEO and Google Business Profiles 

Learn new and proven concepts to help you understand local search engine optimisation (SEO) and use Google Business Profiles to grow your business. This session will cover:

Local Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and why your business needs local SEO  

  • understanding how local SEO works and the process of ranking above or higher in the search engine results page (SERP).
  • learn about ‘local ranking’ and how this type of SEO helps local businesses appear more prominently in the Local Pack, the Local Finder, in localised organic results, and on Google Maps.
  • Google Local Pack - what is it? 

Google Business Profile

  • understand how to use Google Business Profile to grow your business
  • how to claim your Google My Business listing
  • how to optimise your Google Business Profile listing
  • how to use Google posts
  • how to get Google Reviews
  • local SEO Pack and map rankings factors

Website local Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)

  • understand local on page optimisation
  • local content marketing, link building and technical SEO
  • Google Analytics 4 (GA4) is Google's next-generation measurement solution - learn how to make the switch

About the speaker

Alison Evans - Pinpoint Local Business (Owner)

Pinpoint Local Business is a digital marketing agency providing SEO services for local business and is a specialist for Google Business Profile optimisation strategies (formerly Google My Business GMB).

Google Business Profile (GBP) allows your business to easily connect with customers across Google Search and Maps. If you run a local business that serves customers at a particular location, or you serve customers within a designated service area, then Google Business Profile is your gold nugget. GBP helps local consumers find your business.

Besides providing full GBP management and Local SEO services for local business, Alison also provides presentations, workshops, and one to one mentoring sessions.

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Council Meeting 28 May 2024
… Meeting Time:  7.00pm  Location:  Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.     Due to construction …

Meeting Date: 28 May 2024
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.    

Due to construction works in the foyer area outside our Council chamber, limited seating is available at tonight's Council meeting.    

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Timestamps

Timecode Item
04:31 PRIOR NOTIFICATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
05:07 CONFIMATION OF MINUTES 
  5. PRESENTATIONS
05:56 5.1 Cricket Victoria Awards - Warrandyte Cricket Club
  6. PETITIONS
06:52 6.1 Petition - Request for traffic to be slowed on Pinehill Drive
08:10 6.2 Petition - Request for Installation of Public Toilets at Morris Williams Reserve
10:30 7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
  10. CITY PLANNING (Page 3)
11:02 10.1 Birrarung Valley Walk - Memorandum of Understanding (Page 3)
  11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES (Page 9)
14:33 11.1 Manningham Gambling Policy & Action Plan 2024 (Page 9)
21:00 11.2 Outdoor Sports Infrastructure and Allocations Policy (Page 33)
47.32 11.3 2024 Manningham Community Fund Grant Program Recommendations (Page 147)
  12. CITY SERVICES (Page 151)
51:40 12.1 The Pines Update (Page 151)
  13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY (Page 154)
55.33 13.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3 (Jan-Mar), 2023/24 (Page 154)
  14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (Page 180
01:03:55 14.1 Proposed 10 Year Financial Plan 2024/25 to 2033/34 (Page 180)
01:28:08 14.2 Proposed 2024/25 Budget (Page 221)
01:38:50 14.3 Review of Manningham's Governance Rules (Page 332)
01:49:48 14.4 Audit and Risk Committee - Appointment of New Independent Member and Change in Councillor Representation (Page 410)
01:53:30 14.5 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Page 413)
01:54:15 14.6 Informal Meetings of Councillors (Page 418)
01:54:50 14.7 Documents for Sealing (Page 433)
01:55:35 16. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME

 

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Council Meeting 24 May 2022
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Meeting Date: 24 May 2022
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Members of the public can attend Council meetings in person. We have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings.  Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (even if you don’t have a Facebook account) or website. 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 item timestamps
Timecode Item

00:04:00

 Public question time
00:15:00 Admission of Urgent Business
00:15:00 Planning Permit Applications
  10. CITY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY
00:16:00 10.1 Domestic Animal Management Plan
00:58:15 10.2 Neighbourhood House Review
01:13:00 New Council Advisory Committees - Membership Recomendations
  11. CITY SERVICES

01:19:00

 11.1 Anderson Park Master Plan
01:25:20 11.2 Proposed Deviation of (Part) Reynolds Road, Donvale - Recommendation to Proceed
  12. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY
01:26:55 12.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 3, January - March 2021/2022
  13. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
01:30:45 13.1 Proposed 10 Year Financial Plan 2022/23 to 2031/32
01:39:30 13.2 Proposed 2022/23 Budget
01:54:30 13.3 Informal Meetings of Councillors
01:55:00 13.4 Documents for Sealing
01:55:40 14 URGENT BUSINESS
01:55:40 15 COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME

 

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Council Meeting 23 August 2022
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Meeting Date: 23 August 2022
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Members of the public can attend Council meetings in person. We have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community at meetings.  Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (even if you don’t have a Facebook account) or website. 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 item timestamps

Timecode Item
03:00 Commonwealth Games 2022 Acknowledgement
  PETITIONS
04:00 Joint Letter - Seeking financial assistance to upgrade the Yarra Old Grammarians Women's football team's club facilities
05:00 Public Question Time
05:00 Admission of Urgent Business
06:00 Planning Permit Applications
06:00 10. CITY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY
06:00 11. CITY SERVICES
06:00 11.1 End of Financial year 2021/2022 Capital Works Status Report (Page 3)
11:00 11.2 Proposed Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee (Page 10)
  12. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY
18:00 12.1 Advocacy Priorities for the State Election - November 2022
  13. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
28:00 13.1 Administrative Amendment to Governance Rules (Page 26)
32:00 13.2 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Page 97)
33:00 13.3 Informal Meetings of Councillors (Page 102)
33:00 13.4 Documents for Sealing (Page 115)
  14. NOTICES OF MOTION
34:00 14.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Stephen Mayne (NOM No.4/2022) (Page 116)
  15. URGENT BUSINESS
39:00 15.1 MAV State Council Motions
49:00 16. COUNCILLORS REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME
56:00 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

 

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Edible Gardening Seminar Series
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The Sustainable Gardening Australia, Edible Gardening Seminar Series is a complete home gardening program that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh, healthy, and nutritious food at home.

Growing your own food can be not only rewarding and enjoyable but can also save you money as well.

Each seminar will cover a different aspect of growing organic food including soil preparation, pest and diseases and selecting what fruits and vegetables are right for your garden. 

 

Edible gardening topics

  • Tuesday 11 October: Getting Started with Veggie Gardening
    The first step is to want to grow organically, but where do you start? This workshop will set you up to start your veggie gardening journey so you can enjoy the benefits of growing your own fresh, healthy, and nutritious food.
  • Tuesday 18 October: Healthy Soil for Produce Gardening
    Healthy soil is full of life and fundamental to the health of our gardens, providing plants with all the nutrients and water they need to grow. Good soil is essential for growing produce.
  • Tuesday 8 November: Dealing with Garden Pests without Harsh Chemicals - CANCELLED
    Garden pests can be managed using nature and its resources to strengthen the balance within your garden, avoiding unnecessary chemical use.
  • Tuesday 15 November: Composting and Worm Farming
    Using compost, worms, bokashi or chooks to turn kitchen and garden waste into black gold for your garden.
  • Tuesday 22 November: Preparing for Summer Harvest
    Everything you need to know to grow fresh produce at home this summer.

 

Food and gardening swap

Bring along your home-grown foods, seedlings, and other gardening items to share with someone else. The home-grown food and seed swap takes place 20 minutes prior to the start of the seminar. So don't forget to bring your own treats to share.  

This program is part of the wider Spring Outdoors Sustainable Gardening Australia Seminar Series. This series includes seminars and webinars at Nillumbik and Banyule councils.

For a full list of events in this series, download the Spring Outdoors Sustainable Gardening Australia brochure, or visit Spring Outdoors.

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Digital Accelerator Program - unleashing the Power of AI
… of the ever-changing environment. Manningham Function Centre Manningham Business Digital Accelerator Program … …

The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses. 

Unleashing the power of AI tools: to streamline, optimise and succeed! 

Learn which AI tools are available to you and will help you market your small business. We will look at how they can help, things to be aware of and provide you with lots of ideas on how you can use AI tools for your small business to do more, do better or both! We will cover:

  • the state of AI currently
  • the range of AI tools available and how they can help you as a small business owner
  • tips and tricks to get the most out of the tools and how to assess and test them for your business
  • the skills you need to make the most of using AI in your small business marketing program.

Bonus: We will also provide a range of additional resources and help, including templates and cheat sheets. Plus, a bonus a follow up question and answer troubleshooting session if you have questions as you work to create an action plan for your business.

About the speaker

Kirri Romero, Director and Chief Digital Strategist, The Online Fix

Kirri Romero is the lead digital strategist and principal consultant at the Online Fix, a strategy, mentoring and upskilling digital consultancy. Kirri has over 20 years of experience working in all facets of online, creating successful online experiences working in a variety of industries, from finance to education, food, fashion and health industries. She is a top-rated mentor and training facilitator for the Digital Solutions program, Business Resilience Program and Partners in Wellbeing program. Kirri has her own mentoring client book, she helps hundreds of businesses each year with their digital marketing strategy and tactical help to take action on their marketing.

Her foundational knowledge was gained during the formative years of growing the digital presence of Australian Super to what you see today and continues now with her own multi-channel marketing consultancy servicing a range of clients. As a result, her strategy and solutions work are grounded in up to the minute practical experience gained from operating the field.

The digital know how gained from years of working online and her in-depth understanding of the online environment has made her adept at adapting to the unfolding trends of digital while being able to quickly show her clients how to take advantage of the ever-changing environment.

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Council Meeting 16 September 2024
… Meeting Time:  7.00pm  Location:  Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          Council …

Meeting Date: Monday, 16 September 2024
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.         

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Timestamps

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04:20PRIOR NOTIFICATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
04:50CONFIMATION OF MINUTES 
 5. PRESENTATIONS
05:205.1 Staff Service Awards
07:155.2 Acknowledgement of outgoing Mayor
31:156. PETITIONS
31:207. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME 
44:458. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS 
 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS (Page 2)
45:059.1 Application for Review of P363/2024 of Planning Application PLN24/0017 (page 3)
 10. CITY PLANNING (Page 3)
56:4010.1 Manningham's Submission for Doncaster Park and Ride (Page 154)
1:21:1510.2 Proposed ResCode Deemed-to-Comply Provisions - Submission (page 251)
1:49:3010.3 Flooding and Stormwater Management Community Reference Panel - Amended Terms of Reference (page 337)
1:54:3011. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES (Page 347)
 12. CITY SERVICES (Page 348)
1:54:4012.1 Stormwater Management Prioritisation - Draft Policy (page 348)
1:59:3512.2 Civil Works Panel Contract Panel MP001231 (page 362)
2:03:4512.3 Building Works Panel Contract Panel MP001235 (page 368)
 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY (Page 374)
2:04:3013.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 4 (April-June) 2023/24 (page 374)
 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (Page 400)
2:16:3514.1 2023/24 Financial Report and Performance Statement: Approval in Principle
2:20:3514.2 Audit and Risk Committee Chair's Biannual Report
2:24:3014.3 Proposed Road Naming - Unnamed Laneway between Robert and Helene Streets, Bulleen (page 485)
2:28:0014.4 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Page 116)
2:28:3014.5 Informal Meetings of Councillors (Page 119)
2:37:1014.6 Documents for Sealing (Page 133)
2:37:4515. ADMISSION OF URGENT BUSINESS (Page 133)
2:37:5016. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME (Page 133)
 17. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS (Page 133)

 

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Council Meeting 22 February 2022
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Meeting Date: 22 February 2022
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.          

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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.  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) or website. 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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  • Presentations - 5:00
  • Petitions - 7:00
  • Public Question Time 7:00
  • Admission of urgent business 19:00
  • Planning Permit Applications
    9.1 PLN20/0544 at 15 Glendale Avenue, Templestowe - 19:00
    9.2 PL17/027403 at 181 Reynolds Road Doncaster East (The Pines) (VCAT reference number P11848/2021) - 24:00
  • City Planning and Community
    10.1 Planning Scheme Amendment C127mann and Planning Permit Application PLN20/0303 - 674-680 Doncaster Road, 2 Short Stree, and 14, 14A, 16 & 18 Hepburn Road, Doncaster (Doncaster Church of Christ) - Consideration of Panel Report - 29:00
    10.2 Endorsement of Nominations for Manningham Youth Advisory Committee - 31:00
  • City Services - 36:00
  • Experience and Capability
    12.1 Manningham Quarterly Report, Quarter 2, (Oct-Dec 2021) - 36:00
  • Chief Executive Officer
    13.1 Suburban Rail Loop Project Stage 1 Environmental Effects Statement Submission - 42:00
    13.2 Appointment of Authorised Officer - Planning and Environment Act 1987 - 47:00
    13.3 Informal Meetings of Councillors - 48:00
    13.4 Documents for Sealing - 48:00
  • Notices of Motion
    14.1 Notice of Motion by Cr Stephen Mayne (NOM No. 1/2022) - 48:00
  • Urgent Business - 87:00
  • Councillor reports and question time - 87:00
  • Confidential reports - 97:00
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Council Meeting 27 August 2024
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Meeting Date: 27 August 2024
Meeting Time: 7.00pm 
Location: Council Chamber, Civic Centre 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.         

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Timestamps

TimecodeItem
 5. PRESENTATIONS
05:305.1 Passing of Robert Spargo
12:055.2 Acknowledgement of Manningham Olympians
 6. PETITIONS
13:006.1 Petition - Safety Concerns from Open Roadside Drainage along Omar Street, Templestowe Lower
13:556.2 Petition - Objecting to the proposed development at 2 Brendan Avenue, Doncaster (PLN22/0537) and at 370-380 Manningham Road (PLN23/0344)
15:206.3 Petition - Against Construction of 13 Units/Townhouses at entrance to Brendan Avenue, Doncaster
16:406.4 Petition - Proposing Amendment to the Councillor Code of Conduct February 2021
17:457. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
 9. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS
37.259.1 Planning Application PLA23/0020 for an amendment to Planning Permit PL12/022747 at 659-671 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
 10. CITY PLANNING
43.5010.1 Council Submission - Plan for Victoria and draft Housing Targets (Page 166)
01:14:0010.2 Statutory Planning Application Activity Quarter 4 (April to June 2024) (Page 200)
 11. CONNECTED COMMUNITIES
01:23:4511.1 2024 Annual Healthy Ageing Grant Program Recommendations (Page 208)
01:32:4011.2 Outdoor Sports Infrastructure and Allocations Policy (Page 214)
 12. CITY SERVICES
02:46:0012.1 Concrete Maintenance Works Contract Panel Award Recommendation MP001475
02:48:1112.2 End of 2023-24 Financial Year Capital Works Report (Page 326)
 13. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY
02:54:0013.1 Gender Equality Act Progress Report 2023 Update (Page 384)
 14. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
02:58:4014.1 Review of Council Expenses Policy (Page 427)
03:01:0514.2 Council Meeting Schedule (Page 449)
03:01:3014.3 Appointment of Authorised Officers - Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Page 452)
03:01:5514.4 Informal Meetings of Councillors (Page 455)
03:02:3014.5 Documents for Sealing (Page 465)
 15. URGENT BUSINESS
03:03:2016. COUNCILLOR REPORTS AND QUESTION TIME (Page 467)
03:23:1017. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS (Page 467)

 

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Parks improvement program

We are committed to managing our city’s infrastructure efficiently and sustainably. ...

Did you know that Manningham is one of the leafiest areas of metropolitan Melbourne with more than 656 hectares of Council-managed parks and reserves?

With more than 60km of shared trails, 300 individual parks and reserves, 163 play spaces, numerous picnic areas and walking paths to manage, our Parks Improvement Program sets out a plan for the future upgrades of all our parks over the next 20 years.

We are guided by our Open Space Strategy, the Eastern Region Sport, Recreation and Trail Strategy, specific park masterplans, community requests and planned facility renewal programs.

Our Parks Improvement Program identifies opportunities for improvements and ensures our parks and reserves are well maintained and upgraded as our population grows.

 

What is the Parks Improvement Program?

The Parks Improvement Programs sets out a plan for the future renewal and upgrade of all parks in Manningham over the next 20 years.

 

How was this program developed?

The Parks Improvement Program is based on recommendations from our Open Space Strategy, Eastern Region Sport, Recreation and Trails Strategy, specific masterplans for our parks, feedback and requests from our community and planned facility renewal programs.

 

What are the objectives of this plan?

This program will ensure our parks and reserves remain relevant and accessible to everyone into the future. It will make sure that facilities are in good condition and adapt to changing needs.

 

How is the schedule of renewal and upgrade determined?

For most park facilities like playspaces, furniture, paths and garden beds they need to be renewed every 20-25 years to ensure they are in a good and safe condition. Other factors are the level of use, i.e. Regional parks and playspaces get much higher use and wear out more quickly; the population growth in that neighbourhood; and demand for new facilities like fitness equipment, lighting and trails.

 

Does the program factor in new parks in the future?

Yes a number of new parks or expansion of existing ones has been determined in the Open Space Strategy to cater for gaps in provision, links to other parks or where there is higher density living occurring. These sites will gradually be acquired and developed as they become available.

Current park and playspace upgrades

Koonung Creek Linear Park upgrade

We are adding a new outdoor fitness hub to the Koonung Creek Linear Park. New equipment will include trapeze rings, inclined sit up board, push up bar, step up platform, chin up bar, Tai Chi wheels, leg and shoulder press, a seat and possibly solar lighting. 

Due to construction works associated with the North East Link Project, this has been put on hold until a suitable site is confirmed.

Katrina Gully playspace upgrade

As part of our Parks Improvement Program, we're upgrading the playspace at Katrina Gully. Improvements include new play equipment, nature play, outdoor fitness hub, improvements to the shade sail, seating area for rest and recovery, new landscaping and new basketball pad.

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Carawatha Reserve expansion

We’re expanding Carawatha Reserve to create more open space for local residents and visitors to Doncaster Hill.

Doncaster Reserve playspace upgrade

We're upgrading the playspace at Doncaster Reserve. The upgrade will include outdoor seating, drinking fountain, combination play unit, swing set, nature play, balance  walk, path improvements, and more.

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Maggs Reserve playspace upgrade

We’re upgrading and extending the playspace at Maggs Reserve. The upgrade will include a play tower with double slide unit and fire pole, with timber shop counter under a triple swing set with pendulum swing, monkey bar and track ride, new picnic setting and park seats, landscaping with rock and log edging for nature play opportunities.

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Mossdale Reserve playspace upgrade

We’re upgrading the playspace at Mossdale Reserve. The upgrade will include a double tower play unit with a double slide and fireman's pole, climbing and scrambling elements, monkey bar and turnover bars, spinning rocker and spring rocker, and triple swing set with basket swing.

Hillcroft Reserve playspace upgrade

We're upgrading the playspace at Hillcroft Reserve in Templestowe, as well as providing a new pedestrian path and rock stairway connecting both ends of Hillcroft Reserve, from Hillcroft Drive to Lawanna Drive.

Burgundy Reserve upgrade

We are upgrading the facilities at Burgundy Reserve. The upgrade will include improved facilities for informal dog off lead activities as well as a new public toilet, an upgraded playspace, and a shelter.

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Warrandyte Reserve northern oval upgrade

We are upgrading the facilities at Warrandyte Reserve northern oval. The upgrade will include improvements to the path network, a new shelter at the northern oval, a new drinking fountain, and improved fencing and drainage.

Eric Reserve playspace

We’re building a new playspace at Eric Reserve. The proposal includes a new play unit with slides, monkey bars, a covered platform, a new double swing, a new picnic table, new drinking fountain, new seat and new trees for natural shade.

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Wombat Bend playground

We're upgrading the playground at Wombat Bend. The proposed upgrade will include minor enhancement of some play items and existing picnic facilities, as well as replacement of some play equipment that is no longer fit for purpose.

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The Manningham Civic Awards
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2024 Manningham Civic Awards winners have been announced.

These awards recognise residents who’ve made exceptional contributions to the Manningham community through volunteer, unpaid or paid work.

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Citizen of the Year
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Young Citizen of the Year
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Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year
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Community Organisation of the Year
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Sports Volunteer of the Year

Key dates for Civic Award nominations and announcements

  • Nominations open - Wednesday 22 May 2024
  • Nominations close - Monday 22 July 2024
  • Winners announced - Thursday 22 August 2024 
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Nominations

Find out how to nominate and how winners are selected.

Who can nominate?

Anyone can nominate for the Manningham Civic Awards.

How to nominate

To nominate someone for a Civic Award, complete the online nomination form . You can also pick up a hardcopy form from the Manningham Civic Centre. 

Nominations must include:

  • background about the nominee
  • the reason for the nomination including how this person has contributed to the community and how the community benefited from these contributions
  • the achievements of the nominee including a list of awards and acknowledgements

Attach copies of any photos, newspaper articles or documents that support your nominee’s contributions and achievements.

Provide at least one referee to support your nomination.

How are the awards judged?

Each year, Manningham Council selects a judging panel to assess nominations and choose a recipient. The panel consists of three independent people, the Mayor and the Manager of the Grants and Events team.

When do nominations open?

Nominations for this year's Civic Awards open on Wednesday 22 May and close on Monday 22 July 2024.

Eligibility Criteria

Find out who can be nominated and what is required of the winners.

  • Nominees must reside in Manningham.
  • Self-nominations will not be accepted, except for community groups.
  • Manningham Councillors, Manningham Council employees, State and Federal politicians are not eligible but are encouraged to nominate others.
  • Award winners should be willing to share their achievements in the 12 months after winning, promote civic values and to reflect positively on the principles of the Manningham Civic Awards. This may include but is not limited to public speaking, promotional campaigns and having photos taken and displayed.
  • The decision of the judging panel is final and no correspondence will be entered into in respect of the decision.
Citizen of the Year Award

The Citizen of the Year Award is about recognising a Manningham resident who has made an outstanding contribution to improve the lives of our local community.

The Citizen of the Year should demonstrate a least five years of achievement in any field, including: 

  • community service
  • community innovation 
  • philanthropy
  • volunteer work

If you’d like to nominate someone as Citizen of the Year through an achievement made in a paid role, then please show us how your nominee has contributed to our community in addition to their paid duties. 

Eligibility criteria

In addition to the general eligibility criteria above:

  • Nominees must be over 25 years of age on 20 May 2024.

Selection criteria

The nomination must demonstrate that the nominee has:

  • contributed to the community for a significant length of time – at least five years
  • made a meaningful contribution to the community - above and beyond paid employment duties (if employed)
  • been an inspirational role model within our community 
  • impacted our community widely through their contribution
  • faced challenges and has shown the ability to go above and beyond.
Young Citizen of the Year Award

 The Young Citizen of the Year Award is about recognising a young Manningham resident who has made an outstanding contribution to improve the lives of our local community.  

The Young Citizen of the Year should have demonstrated leadership qualities and have inspired others through their actions or by being a positive role model. The contribution can be made in any field, including: 

  • community service
  • community innovation 
  • philanthropy
  • volunteer work

If you’d like to nominate someone as The Young Citizen of the Year through an achievement made in a paid role, then please show us how your nominee has contributed to our community in addition to their paid duties. 

Eligibility criteria

In addition to the general eligibility criteria above:

  • Nominees must be under 25 years of age on 20 May 2024.
Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year Award

The Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year Award is about recognising a contribution made by a volunteer in the local community.  This award honors Doreen Stoves for her inspirational work. Doreen worked for many years at Doncare and dedicated her life to helping others.

It highlights the contribution that is made by volunteers and those who often work behind the scenes to build a stronger and more caring community.  The Doreen Stoves Volunteer of the Year award can be made in any field, including:

  • community service
  • civic engagement
  • environment
  • sport
  • the arts
  • education
  • business
  • advocacy

If you’d like to nominate someone for an achievement made through a paid role, please demonstrate how they’ve contributed to our community in addition to their paid duties.

Community Organisation of the Year Award

The Community Organisation of the Year Award recognises community organisations, clubs or groups who have gone ‘above and beyond’ to improve the lives of the Manningham community.  It can also recognise a specific project undertaken in the last 12 months that displays a positive impact to Manningham.

Nominees must be not-for-profit community organisations who’ve made a tangible difference to either: 

  • diversity
  • acceptance and tolerance
  • community spirit
  • social connectedness in Manningham

Eligibility criteria

In addition to the general eligibility criteria above:

  • Self-nominations by community groups are acceptable in this category.
Sports Volunteer of the Year Award

The Sports Volunteer of the Year Award is about recognising a Manningham resident who has made an outstanding contribution by volunteering in our community.

This award recognises the contribution made by those who often work behind the scenes to build a stronger and more caring community. This award is specifically for those who volunteer to support sporting groups and clubs within our community. 

If you’d like to nominate someone as Sports Volunteer of the Year through an achievement made in a paid role, then please show us how your nominee has contributed to the Manningham community. 

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Aquarena's outdoor redevelopment design is underway
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An exciting new water play area and improved café will be part of the major redevelopment of the outdoor area at Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre. 

The project's detailed design is now underway, following Council's endorsement of the Aquarena Outdoor Masterplan last August.

Our Mayor, Councillor Carli Lange, said the community is eagerly awaiting the redevelopment, which will bring Aquarena’s outdoor area up to the centre’s modern, state-of-the-art indoor areas.

Concept of the new outdoor area

 

“Around 2,500 people visit Aquarena each day, and we love welcoming the regular swimmers, local families, swim clubs, and community and school groups.

The centre is highly valued by the Manningham community and visitors alike,” Cr Lange said.

“This redevelopment will ensure the outdoor space continues to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the community for generations to come.”

We have appointed Co.Op Studios as the architect to design the new space, and bring the Aquarena Outdoor Masterplan vision to life. 

“The design process has been informed by the Aquarena Outdoor Masterplan, which involved extensive consultation with community users and industry experts, to guide the redevelopment of the outdoor spaces,” Cr Lange said.

“I want to thank everyone who shared their passion and interest in the future of the outdoor space. More than 800 people provided feedback to inform the development of the Masterplan. We’re excited to be delivering what the community asked for, and more”, she added.

Concept of the new water play area

Feedback from the community and stakeholders emphasised the need for more seating, shade, change rooms, a fun water play area, better spaces for schools and clubs, and a sustainable design to reduce environmental impact.

“An enhanced café will now serve both indoor and outdoor areas. The new outdoor change rooms will be only metres from the outdoor pool, and the outdoor pool will now have ramp access and a swim wall to swap between 50 metre and 25 metre lanes,” the Mayor said.

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Concept of the new wet lounge (cafe)

Other enhancements include state-of-the-art landscaping and the electrification of outdoor pool equipment, marking another significant step toward achieving Manningham’s emissions targets. 

“Aquarena is currently our largest gas user. Making the switch from gas to energy efficient heat pumps, we can heat the outdoor area in an environmentally sustainable way,” the Mayor added.

The replacement of the centre's 50-metre outdoor pool will take place at the same time as the redevelopment works.

Concept of the 50-metre pool (refurbished)

“Aquarena’s outdoor area has a rich history of over 50 years and has been a source of community pride for generations. For many in our community, this is their backyard – we’re embracing the theme of your backyard to create an inviting space where our community can get active, play, socialise, host events and relax,” Cr Lange said.

“We’re excited to start sharing the draft designs and offering on site consultation opportunities in the coming weeks. We’ll also be connecting with various user groups to keep them informed as the project progresses,” she added. 

The redevelopment works are planned to begin in late 2025, with project completion expected in late 2027.

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An exciting new water play area and improved café will be part of the major redevelopment of the outdoor area at Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre. 

The project's detailed design is now underway, following Council's endorsement of the Aquarena Outdoor Masterplan last August.

Our Mayor, Councillor Carli Lange, said the community is eagerly awaiting the redevelopment, which will bring Aquarena’s outdoor area up to the centre’s modern, state-of-the-art indoor areas.

“Around 2,500 people visit Aquarena each day, and we love welcoming the regular swimmers, local families, swim clubs, and community and school groups.

The centre is highly valued by the Manningham community and visitors alike,” Cr Lange said.

“This redevelopment will ensure the outdoor space continues to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the community for generations to come.”

We have appointed Co.Op Studios as the architect to design the new space, and bring the Aquarena Outdoor Masterplan vision to life. 

“The design process has been informed by the Aquarena Outdoor Masterplan, which involved extensive consultation with community users and industry experts, to guide the redevelopment of the outdoor spaces,” Cr Lange said.

“I want to thank everyone who shared their passion and interest in the future of the outdoor space. More than 800 people provided feedback to inform the development of the Masterplan. We’re excited to be delivering what the community asked for, and more”, she added.

Feedback from the community and stakeholders emphasised the need for more seating, shade, change rooms, a fun water play area, better spaces for schools and clubs, and a sustainable design to reduce environmental impact.

Concept of the new water play area

“An enhanced café will now serve both indoor and outdoor areas. The new outdoor change rooms will be only metres from the outdoor pool, and the outdoor pool will now have ramp access and a swim wall to swap between 50 metre and 25 metre lanes,” the Mayor said.

Concept image of indoor cafe
Concept of the new wet lounge (cafe)

Other enhancements include state-of-the-art landscaping and the electrification of outdoor pool equipment, marking another significant step toward achieving Manningham’s emissions targets. 

“Aquarena is currently our largest gas user. Making the switch from gas to energy efficient heat pumps, we can heat the outdoor area in an environmentally sustainable way,” the Mayor added.

The replacement of the centre's 50-metre outdoor pool will take place at the same time as the redevelopment works.

Concept of the 50-metre pool (refurbished)

“Aquarena’s outdoor area has a rich history of over 50 years and has been a source of community pride for generations. For many in our community, this is their backyard – we’re embracing the theme of your backyard to create an inviting space where our community can get active, play, socialise, host events and relax,” Cr Lange said.

“We’re excited to start sharing the draft designs and offering on site consultation opportunities in the coming weeks. We’ll also be connecting with various user groups to keep them informed as the project progresses,” she added. 

The redevelopment works are planned to begin in late 2025, with project completion expected in late 2027.

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