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Breakfast with the Platypus River Walk
… Philpot, for an early morning walk along the Birrarung (Yarra River) to spot platypuses and to celebrate Threatened … Participants will cross a foot suspension bridge over the Yarra and finish at the Wombat Bend play spaces, making it a … Philpot for an early morning walk along the Birrarung (Yarra River) at Finns Reserve, a platypus sighting hotspot, …

Join Melbourne Water Platypus Education Officer, Madeline Taylor, and Manningham Waterwatch Coordinator, Nigel Philpot, for an early morning walk along the Birrarung (Yarra River) to spot platypuses and to celebrate Threatened Species Day. 

Along the walk, you'll learn about these unique and vulnerable creatures while in their habitat.

The walk is an easy 2km stroll that's suitable for all ages, including young children. Participants will cross a foot suspension bridge over the Yarra and finish at the Wombat Bend play spaces, making it a fun morning for families.

Details

  • Please arrive by 6.45am.
  • Bring binoculars, solid shoes, weather-appropriate clothing and a water bottle.
  • A light breakfast will be served after the walk. 

Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. 

In the event of extreme weather, this event will be cancelled.

2025 Spring Outdoors Festival

This event is part of Manningham's 2025 Spring Outdoors Festival.

The Spring Outdoors Festival is an opportunity to connect with nature through a broad program of environmental events. Banyule, Manningham and Nillumbik Councils are proud to collaborate again to offer our communities exciting experiences in nature.

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About this event

Join Melbourne Water Platypus Education Officer Madeline Taylor and Manningham Waterwatch Coordinator Nigel Philpot for an early morning walk along the Birrarung (Yarra River) at Finns Reserve, a platypus sighting hotspot, to celebrate Threatened Species Day. Learn about these unique and vulnerable creatures in their natural habitat.

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The former Warrandyte Post Office
… dating from the gold mining period. On this page 111 Yarra Street Warrandyte VIC 3113 Australia Name: Warrandyte …

The early Victoria building, constructed circa 1876 is of regional significance for its historical importance as being the only relatively intact building in the town's main street dating from the gold mining period.

Henry Squires first used the building as a Post Office in 1893. Australia Post terminated its lease of the building in 1972 after which it was used as a residence for many years.

The original post office was partly destroyed by fire in 1982. Local efforts saw its reconstruction achieved between 1985 and 1988 and the building was reopened as a community and tourist information centre in 1987.

Even though it has been rebuilt, some original sections of the building remain. The new sections of the building have been reconstructed with some care to the original detailing.

 

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National Wattle Day Community Planting
… native plants to improve the habitat along the Birrarung (Yarra River) corridor.  Stiggant Reserve Environment and …

Come along and help celebrate National Wattle Day in 2024 by registering for a community planting session hosted by our Parks and Environment team. 

Meet at Stiggant Reserve where you will be guided by the team to plant local native plants to improve the habitat along the Birrarung (Yarra River) corridor. 

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Park Orchards Market
… Road, Park Orchards. Pick up fresh produce direct from the Yarra Valley, exquisite crafts and quality urban wares.  …

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.

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

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Ruffey Creek Linear Park
… (King Street) to Finns Reserve, where the creek enters the Yarra River. The park is almost entirely a bush experience …

Ruffey Creek Linear Park runs along Ruffey Creek Valley in Templestowe from Ruffey Lake Park (King Street) to Finns Reserve, where the creek enters the Yarra River. The park is almost entirely a bush experience landscaped with native vegetation alongside a recently constructed shared path. Highlights of the Linear Park include the fantastic destinations at each end.

Places and spaces

  • Ruffey Trail - bicycle and pedestrian path
  • Wetland and bush areas
  • Wombat Bend Playground and Main Yarra Trail at Finns Reserve
  • The Boulevarde, Church Road North and Victoria Street playground at Ruffey Lake Park
  • Barbecues, picnic shelters, open parkland, bushland and public toilets at all destinations

Pedestrian links

  • James Street
  • Montpellier Crescent
  • Glen Court
  • Kersey Place
  • Montpellier Crescent

Bring your dog

Off lead reserve, except within 15 metres of a playground, barbecue area or where a sporting event is in progress. Once the trail is completed (refer Ruffey Creek Linear Park Management Plan 2017), dogs will be required to be on-lead within five metres of the trail.

Vegetation

Within the Linear Park, Ruffey, Biosite 30 comprises 7.35 hectares remnant vegetation located in three sections; one at the Yarra River at Finns Reserve, another upstream of Foote Street at St. Kevins Primary School and the third in Ruffey Lake Park. The vegetation is considered high priority in Council’s Healthy Habitats Bushland Management Strategy 2012. The creek valley has always been considered important as a wildlife corridor and appropriate screen planting of indigenous vegetation, weed management and integration of these adjoining reserves should continue.

Ruffey Trail

The Ruffey Trail, a major feature of the Linear Park, offers a bushland experience for pedestrians and cyclists on an off-road three kilometre shared path. The trail crosses four major roads between Finns Reserve and Ruffey Lake Park. There are underpasses (with lighting) at King Street and Williamsons Road and road crossings at Foote Street and Parker Street. Cyclists and pedestrians currently also use Eumeralla Avenue as there is no footpath or trail in this section.

Trail Length

3.0 km (sealed)

Topography

Valley

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River
… are informed by the changing ecology of the Birrarung (Yarra River), which winds its way through Manningham to Port …
This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery.

Bridget Hillebrand's site-specific work River draws on innovative techniques using handmade washi paper, relief printing and audio.

The works are informed by the changing ecology of the Birrarung (Yarra River), which winds its way through Manningham to Port Phillip Bay.

River (detail). Linocut on washi paper. Image courtesy of the Artist.

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Longridge, Nilja and Seawind walk
… the north, and the rapids are some of the prettiest on the Yarra. Distance: 5km Time: 3 hours Rating: Difficult Wear …

For over 150 years, Longridge farm was grazed by cattle. Now, under Parks Victoria management, it is recovering with plant regeneration and the return of wildlife.

The ridge offers spectacular views to the north, and the rapids are some of the prettiest on the Yarra.

  • Distance: 5km
  • Time: 3 hours
  • Rating: Difficult

Wear sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing. Bring a water bottle and a snack

Meeting point advised on registration.

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OYCFC Pride Cup Round
… Cobras compete in the Pride Cup on Saturday 18 May. Old Yarra Cobras Football Club host a Pride Round football game …

Join us in all your colours as the Cobras compete in the Pride Cup on Saturday 18 May.

Old Yarra Cobras Football Club host a Pride Round football game to show their support for Pride Cup who are a non-for-profit organisation.

The Pride Cup works toward changing sporting culture to make LGBTIQA+ people feel safe, welcome and accepted.

When you change sport, you change entire communities.

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Pottery Expo Warrandyte
… is held the last weekend in February on the banks of the Yarra River in Warrandyte and will include: artist talks kids …

Due to the Total Fire Ban the Pottery Expo will not be running on Saturday or Sunday.

 

Celebrating 25 years, The Pottery Expo features work from more than 90 potters. 

The Expo is held the last weekend in February on the banks of the Yarra River in Warrandyte and will include:

  • artist talks
  • kids clay activities
  • live music 
  • the clay doctor
  • pottery throw down
  • food and drinks.

The event is supported by Manningham Council, Warrandyte Community Bank, Northcote Pottery Supplies and Warrandyte Lions Club.

 

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Templestowe Village Pop-up park launch
…   Photo credit: Charlie Kinross Photography Tullamore Ward Templestowe Village Whats On … Templestowe Village …

The upgrade of the pop-up park at Templestowe Village is finishing in August! We're launching an event to celebrate, and we'd love to see you there. 

There'll be treats and entertainment provided. Come and find wombats, smell the herbs, and play giant Jenga.

This project was funded by the Department of Jobs, Regions and Precincts COVID Safe Outdoor Activation Fund.

 

Photo credit: Charlie Kinross Photography

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Discover our area, history and demographics
… Board in 1856. The first meeting of the Board was at Upper Yarra Hotel, Templestowe. Proclamation that the Shire of … Bolin, a Wurundjeri name for a nearby billabong on the Yarra. Dairy farms dominated the area until the 1930s. It … In the 1850s, Templestowe was as a village on the Yarra on the route to the Warrandyte gold fields. It’s one of …

With a vibrant food and art culture with a touch of history, Manningham is a special place to be. Retaining many of its cultural links, there’s something for everyone in Manningham: from sacred sites of the area’s First Peoples to the early gold mining settlements.

Local government

Local government in the area dates back to the election of the Templestowe District Roads Board in 1856. The first meeting of the Board was at Upper Yarra Hotel, Templestowe.

Proclamation that the Shire of Doncaster and Templestowe took place on 28 February 1967. Up until 15 December 1994, Doncaster and Templestowe Council administered the area until the creation of the City of Manningham. The new city included Doncaster, Templestowe and small sections of the Shire of Lilydale. Wonga Park and part of north Ringwood also became part of Manningham. Three State Government appointed commissioners managed the city until 24 march 1997 when 8 councillors were sworn into office.

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Our First Nations heritage

You can see the rich cultural heritage of the area through local landmarks and places of significance. First Peoples have been in Victoria for over 30,000 years and we can still see evidence of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung presence in Manningham.

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The European influence (mid 1800s)

From the mid-1800s, European settlement began in Manningham with the earliest building constructed in the 1840s. We still have plenty of places of heritage significance where visitors and locals can explore and admire.

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Our suburbs

Each suburb in Manningham has its own unique characteristics and are wonderful places to live and visit.

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Bulleen

Bulleen's name is from Bolin Bolin, a Wurundjeri name for a nearby billabong on the Yarra. Dairy farms dominated the area until the 1930s. It remained a rural district until the post war era with a lack of public transport and difficult river crossings delaying development.

Residential subdivision and development gained momentum in the 1950s.

Doncaster

Doncaster's name comes from John Robert Wilson, who opened the Doncaster Arms Inn in 1854 on his way to the Warrandyte gold diggings. Wilson named the inn after his English hometown, Doncaster.

A number of settlements started along the Koonung Creek in the 1850s and the early settlers made a living from timber, but as time passed orcharding became the major local industry.

The Doncaster Shire came into being in 1890.

The area gained a reputation as one of Victoria's best fruit producers and remained a thriving local industry until after WWII. The orchards were progressively subdivided for residential development from the 50s.

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Doncaster East

Development in Doncaster East began on the southern part of the suburb in the 1950s and continued into the 1980s. Doncaster East is now an established residential area with a stable population.

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Donvale and Nunawading

Development in Donvale and Nunawading began in the 1950s. Low density development continued into the 1980s. Both Donvale and Nunawading are now well established residential areas with growing populations.

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Park Orchards and Ringwood North

Development of the Park Orchards area began in 1925 when a portion of one of Tom Petty's orchards known as 'the park' became a country club estate after subdivision. Saxil Tuxen, a protégé of Walter Burley Griffin, designed the subdivision drawing inspiration from Griffin's Ranelagh Estate in Mount Eliza.

Pop up Dining set up for Templestowe Village

Templestowe

In the 1850s, Templestowe was as a village on the Yarra on the route to the Warrandyte gold fields. It’s one of the oldest areas of settlement in Manningham. The village remained a relatively small settlement well into the 20th century, with the area outside the town remaining as orchards.

The name Templestowe comes from a mythical place in Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe.

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Templestowe Lower

The development of Lower Templestowe preceded that of greater Templestowe. The area is predominantly a post-war suburb with substantial development occurring in the 1950s and 1960s.

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Warrandyte and Warrandyte South

Warrandyte is one of the original villages of Manningham. It’s believed that the name Warrandyte is a combination of the Wurundjeri Aboriginal words warran (to throw) and dyte (the object aimed at).

Development began in Warrandyte after the first discovery of gold in Victoria in 1851. Commercial gold mining was undertaken by a number of companies throughout the latter half of the 19th century without the success of the Ballarat and Bendigo diggings.

Located on the beautiful Yarra River, Warrandyte is a thriving residential area and tourist and arts destination. Warrandyte South remains a semi-rural area.

Wonga Park

Wonga Park's name comes from the Wonga Park grazing property. The owner of the property, Simon Wonga was also an elder of the Wurundjeri people.

The area was a mixture of orchards, grazing properties and timbered land. It was part of Mooroolbark until the late 1880s when the property came into the hands of an insurance company and other holdings. The land was then sold by the Wonga Park Land Co.

Four years later when small settlements were a way of relieving unemployment after the failure of the land boom, about 20 members of an Eight Hours Pioneer Memorial Association took up small holdings on a former timber reserve.

Development of the township and surrounds was relatively slow until the 1980s after the release of a number of rural and residential subdivisions.

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ANZAC Day dawn service at Doncaster RSL
… by a Gunfire Breakfast. About Council Heritage Schramm Ward ANZAC Day … ANZAC Day dawn service at Doncaster RSL …

One of Australia’s most important national occasions, ANZAC Day goes beyond the anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day in which we remember all Australians who served and died in all wars and operational service past and present. Come along and mark the day at one of the RSL services in Manningham.

The Doncaster RSL will hold a Dawn Service followed by a Gunfire Breakfast.

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Find your local flavours
… Berry farm, Aumanns Produce and more. The renowned Yarra Valley food and wine region starts in Warrandyte. Find … on site, grapes soon followed and Kellybrook was granted Yarra Valley’s first vigneron’s licence in 1969. Find your …

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.

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Nature Walk - Clifford Park to Jumping Creek Reserve
… sustainability Join us for this free hike following the Yarra River downstream through one of the most remote and …

Join us for this free hike following the Yarra River downstream through one of the most remote and least accessible parts of the Warrandyte Gorge. This walk involves a creek crossing and off track walking, but the reward is well worthwhile. 

  • Distance: 8km
  • Time: 5 hours
  • Rating: Difficult - some sections of steep, narrow and rocky foot tracks and terrain 

What to bring:  enough water for the duration of the walk, lunch and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing. 

This walk involves a car shuttle from the meeting point to the start of the walk, as the walk is one way. 

The meeting point in Warrandyte will be advised on registration.

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Horse property land management - full-day workshop
… your horses There is also a two-part evening workshop in Yarra Glen if you are unable to attend the full-day workshop. …

Stuart Myers of Equiculture is delivering this full-day workshop on keeping horses and land healthy and happy. 

The Equiculture program is loved by horse owners throughout Australia (and beyond!) as an evidence-based approach to keeping horses and land healthy.

Topics covered:

  • Horse health, behaviour and welfare
  • Grazing management for pasture and soil health
  • Managing equine obesity and laminitis
  • Manure and parasite management
  • Property designs for healthy horses and healthy land
  • Reducing farm labour to increase quality time with your horses

There is also a two-part evening workshop in Yarra Glen if you are unable to attend the full-day workshop.

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ANZAC Day march and service at Templestowe RSL
… of the service. About Council Heritage Westerfolds Ward ANZAC Day … ANZAC Day march and service at Templestowe …

One of Australia’s most important national occasions, ANZAC Day goes beyond the anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day in which we remember all Australians who served and died in all wars and operational service past and present. Come along and mark the day at one of the RSL services in Manningham.

  • 8.15 am: March

    Prior to the ANZAC service a march will commence at the Templestowe Hotel car park.

  • 8.30 am: Service

    Templestowe RSL will hold an ANZAC service followed by a Gunfire Breakfast at the clubhouse at the conclusion of the service.

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Tai Chi and Qigong at Mullum Mullum Reserve
… Lady Tai Chi & Qigong. Mullum Mullum Reserve Currawong Ward Arts and Recreation Active Manningham Parks, Reserves …

Come and meditate in motion with a low-impact, mind-body exercise, which can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance.

World Tai Chi Day is on Saturday 30 April and to celebrate, we're running a series of free outdoor Tai Chi and Qigong sessions for adults.

These two sessions will be at Mullum Mullum Reserve. They're one hour long, and facilitated by experienced instructor, Suzette Hosken, from Jade Lady Tai Chi & Qigong.

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Strengthening Families webinar - for professionals and service providers
… and Manningham, Monash, Kingston, Knox, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges councils. … Strengthening Families webinar - for …

Children experience a range of emotions and challenges that they need help to understand. We can help them improve communication, build positive relationships and strengthen resilience by creating opportunities within families. 

The Strengthening Families webinar looks at building the social and emotional wellbeing of family members with a focus on pre-school and primary school aged children. 

Professionals and service providers 

This session is for professionals and service providers that work with families and young children.

Date: Tuesday 31 August

Time: 10.00am to 11.30am

Venue: online

Bookings are essential. 

The link for the webinar will be sent to you on the day of the event.

If you are a parent or carer, please see Strengthening Families webinar - for parents and carers.

These webinars are delivered in partnership with Emerging Minds and Manningham, Monash, Kingston, Knox, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges councils.

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Strengthening Families webinar - for parents and carers
… and Manningham, Monash, Kingston, Knox, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges councils. Whats On … Strengthening Families …

Children experience a range of emotions and challenges that they need help to understand. We can help them improve communication, build positive relationships and strengthen resilience by creating opportunities within families. 

The Strengthening Families webinar looks at building the social and emotional wellbeing of family members with a focus on pre-school and primary school aged children. 

This session is for parents and carers. 

Parents and carers session 

Date: Tuesday 29 August

Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm

Venue: online

Bookings are essential. 

The link for the webinar will be sent to you on the day of the event.

If you are a professional or service provider, please see Strengthening Families webinar - professionals and service providers.

These webinars are delivered in partnership with Emerging Minds and Manningham, Monash, Kingston, Knox, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges councils.

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Mount Lofty Sunset Walk
… through gum and tea trees, crosses creeks, and follows the Yarra River before rising to the summit of Mt Lofty. Starting …

Mount Lofty bushwalk meanders through gum and tea trees, crosses creeks, and follows the Yarra River before rising to the summit of Mt Lofty.

Starting at the sacred Wurundjeri Bukkertilibul dreaming site on Brushy Creek, we'll follow the river upstream, then head up to one of the highest points in Manningham.

At the summit, enjoy a 360-degree sunset view, with the Great Dividing Range to the north and the rapids marking the start of the Warrandyte Gorge below.

  • Rating: difficult (some steep and slippery sections)
  • Distance: 5kms
  • Time: 2.5hrs
  • Bring: a water bottle and a snack
  • Wear: sturdy shoes, a hat and weather-appropriate clothing

Bookings are essential. Meeting point to be supplied on booking.

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