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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… Find links to official sources to help you prepare for an emergency. 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, …
Planning for emergencies
We have included a range of emergency planning tools to help you get started or refresh your plans.
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.
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.
House and apartment fires
Below are some resources to help you prevent building fires.
Keeping safe during health-related emergencies
Other types of emergencies
Emergency related news and events
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.
… Find out more about Manningham’s Climate Emergency Response Plan (CERP). Tags About Council Responding to climate change … Climate Emergency Response Plan …
Through increased climate action, we aim to enhance the liveability of Manningham, promote community health and wellbeing, and boost the resilience of our natural and built environments, as well as the economy.
Climate emergency resolution
In October 2021, Manningham Council unanimously adopted climate mitigation targets. These targets are:
- net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2028 for Council operations
- net zero emissions by 2035 for the Manningham community.
The climate emergency resolution and the net zero targets empower us to enhance climate action. Community feedback enabled a shared commitment with Council to respond to climate change with decisive action.
Climate Emergency Response Plan
Climate change is the defining issue of our time. That’s why we're pursuing ambitious but achievable goals of our own as part of our climate emergency response.
Focus areas:
- improved public transport and car share services
- more electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- conversion to energy efficient LED streetlights
- more rooftop solar
- household and building energy saving measures
- diverting food and garden organics (FOGO) waste away from landfill
- incentives to recycle and repurpose materials
- preserving and strengthening local biodiversity and bushland
- continuing community education and awareness raising through workshops, events and activities.
What we’re doing
We’re adopting a diverse approach to tackling climate change and its effects. We know a challenge like this requires action on several fronts.
We developed the Climate Emergency Response Plan, our blueprint to address the impacts from climate change for our community. Each year we will publish a Climate Implementation Plan Update to ensure transparency with our community in actions to meet the set targets.
Our key actions include:
Sustainable transport
We've introduced a pilot car share service at Doncaster Hill. We've transitioned more than 60 per cent of our fleet to low emission vehicles. We're increasing the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in our fleet and we've begun electrifying our plant equipment, including:
- a fully electric heavy vehicle
- electric mowers
- gardening equipment such as blowers and hedgers.
We're expanding our EV charging infrastructure, including 14 chargers for Council vehicles and a network of public EV chargers.
Sustainable energy
- a program to convert all streetlights to energy efficient lighting
- transferring all our electricity to renewable power (at lower than business as usual costs)
- rollout of solar and battery storage program (10 buildings per year)
- supporting the Solar Savers Program, an incentive and education program for residents to convert to all-electric homes.
Nature and greening our suburbs
- planting 2000 street trees each year
- maintaining streetscapes and reserves
- preserving and strengthening local biodiversity and bushland reserves.
Community education
We run monthly biodiversity walks and produce a monthly What's On e-newsletter. We run webinars and workshops to educate and raise awareness on the circular economy, climate and biodiversity, including:
- Inspired Living Series
- Spring Outdoors
- Electrify your home
- Clothes swap days
- Detox your home.
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… services, programs and resources to support our community. Emergency food relief These community-based agencies and organisations provide emergency relief and material aid such as food hampers, … : 9416 2577 Haven Home Safe : 1300 428 364 Ask Izzy If emergency assistance is required or a person is suspected of …
There are a range of health and support services, programs and resources to support our community.
Emergency food relief
These community-based agencies and organisations provide emergency relief and material aid such as food hampers, vouchers and pantries to people in financial crisis living in Manningham as part of the Food Relief Network.
Homelessness and crisis accommodation and support
We take a dignity first approach to homelessness, recognising that homelessness or sleeping rough in public places is not illegal. With the ever-increasing cost of living, and any one of a number of life changing events, people can find themselves needing crisis accommodation when they least expect it.
We work closely with a range of service providers to enable people experiencing homelessness, sleeping rough and/or needing crisis accommodation to find a safe place to rest.
If you do have a welfare concern for a person who appears to be experiencing homelessness and/or sleeping rough, contact us on 9840 9333 and we will make a referral to the appropriate service provider.
The following community agencies provide crisis accommodation and support:
- Crisis accommodation: 1800 825 955
- Community Housing Ltd: 9856 0098 or 1800 825 955 (after hours)
- Salvation Army Eastcare: 1800 811 916
- SalvoCare Eastern Open Doors: 9853 5680 or 1800 825 955 (after hours)
- Wesley Homeless and Support Services: 8870 4000
- The Tenants Union of Victoria: 9416 2577
- Haven Home Safe: 1300 428 364
- Ask Izzy
If emergency assistance is required or a person is suspected of committing an offence or is engaged in any illegal activity, the matter should immediately be reported to the Victoria Police on 000.
Multilingual and multicultural support services
Our community is diverse with residents from more than 140 countries.
Additional community support services
Wellbeing support services
Mental health is a state of emotional, social, and psychological wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also impacts how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
Find support with our online resource directory.
As an environmentally forward thinking Council, we believe the decisions we make today have the potential to change the future for generations to come....
Through our commitment to environmental action, we’re determined to maintain the liveability of our area and build our resilience to the impacts of global warming.
Action areas
There are several ways you can take action and make a difference, from electrifying your home to planting trees at your local park. We have also been busy with our ongoing programs of sustainability initiatives.
You can learn about what we’re doing and how to be involved.
Events
… Do you know what emergency markers are? These are Emergency Markers and can be your gateway to help in an emergency as they save our emergency responders time trying …
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While out getting your daily exercise, you may have spotted a green sign with white text in one of our beautiful parks or along a walking trail.
These are Emergency Markers and can be your gateway to help in an emergency as they save our emergency responders time trying to locate you.
Each marker has a unique code linked to Triple Zero Victoria. When you call 000, knowing the location of your nearest marker can help ESTA quickly determine your GPS coordinates and the nearest road access point and other navigational data to help emergency responders.
We recently conducted a full audit of our Emergency Markers to identify any damaged and missing markers within our parks and along our walking tracks. These have all now been replaced so emergency services can respond quickly where needed.
If you spot a damaged or illegible marker, please report this issue to us.
… fires and conduct open air burning in Manningham. Tags Emergency … Lighting fires and open air burning …
Manningham Community Local Law provides rules around lighting fires and open-air burning.
This applies to anyone who wants to light a fire in the open air or incinerator for fuel reduction and fires lit for warmth or cooking.
These laws help make sure that burning is done safely and has no impact on neighbours or the environment.
Lighting a fire for warmth or cooking food
You can light a fire for warmth or to cook food without a permit as long as you follow the requirements of the Community Local Law.
What you need to know before lighting a fire
Before you light a fire, find out what you can and can't do.
This applies if you are lighting a fire for any reason in Manningham.
Do not light a fire:
- on a road, Council, Crown land or in a public place
- on vacant land
- when a smog alert has been declared by Environment Protection Authority of Victoria
- when a day of total fire ban has been declared by the Country Fire Authority
- when a fire danger period has been declared under the Country Fire Authority Act 1958.
Make sure:
- the fire is always supervised by an adult
- you have equipment and can put the fire out if required or directed
- material burning is dead and dry, and the wind is not exceeding 20 km/h
- there is a 3 metre clearing around the fire for safety
- smoke from the fire is not hazardous to health, excessive, offensive or a nuisance
- do not burn anything which is offensive, noxious, or toxic.
Do I need a permit to burn off on my property?
Open air burning (burning off) can be conducted on properties as long as you follow the follow the conditions of the Local Law.
If your land is less than 2,501 square metres: Open air burning is not permitted. You can only light a fire for the purposes of warmth and food preparation.
If your land is 2,501 square metres and larger: You can conduct open air burning without a permit, provided certain conditions are met.
Open air burning means: a fire lit in the open air or within an incinerator for the purpose of burning vegetation for fuel control or reduction purposes.
If you cannot comply with the requirements you cannot light your fire without a permit from Council.
Contact us to discuss your options.
Additional requirements for open air burning
Before you conduct open air burning you must understand your requirements under the Community Local Law.
Burning must be done safely and have no impact on your neighbours or the environment.
Look at alternative options like booking a bundled branches collection.
Is your land located west of Mullum Mullum Creek?
Open air burning can only be conducted during the months of May, October and November for land located west of Mullum Mullum creek.
Do not burn:
- if your land is less than 2,501 square metres
- on vacant land
- on Sunday
- within 10 metres of a neighbouring property
- between sunset and sunrise
- if you can not comply with the general burning provisions in clause 33 of the Community Local Law
When burning off make sure:
- your land is 2,501 square metres and larger
- the material to be burnt is not larger than 200mm in diameter
- only a single pile is ignited at any time
- only one pile of material is lit at any time
- the ignited pile is not larger than two cubic metres in size
- notify Triple Zero Victoria (firepermits.vic.gov.au/notify) prior to ignition.
Community Local Law
Section 32. Fires on public land
A person must not light a fire:
- on a road (including a road reserve, footpath or nature strip)
- on Council land
- on Crown land that is vested in or is under the control of Council; or
- in a public place
unless they have obtained Council’s prior written consent.
Section 33. General provisions when lighting fires
33.1 A person who has lit or allowed a fire to remain alight must ensure that:
- the fire is supervised by an adult at all times
- sufficient fire protection equipment is available to extinguish the fire if required or directed
- the material to be burnt is:
i. dead and dry prior to lighting it
ii. a specific material designed for the purposes of meal preparation or personal comfort - at the site of the fire, the wind speed must not exceed 20 kilometres per hour
- the ground and air space within a distance of three metres from the outer perimeters and uppermost point of the fire are clear of flammable material; and
- the land is not vacant.
33.2 A person must not light a fire on any land:
- when a smog alert has been declared by Environment Protection Authority of Victoria
- when a day of total fire ban has been declared by the Country Fire Authority
- when a fire danger period has been declared under the Country Fire Authority Act 1958 without first obtaining a permit from the Municipal Fire Prevention Officer or the Country Fire Authority
- where the smoke from that fire is excessive, offensive or a nuisance to another person in the vicinity, or beyond the property boundary
- where the fire causes a hazard to a person’s health
- where the fire has an adverse impact on visibility beyond the property boundary, including reducing the visibility of motorists and other users of a public road
- where the fire creates a hazard on, or near, a public road.
33.3 A person must not light a fire on land to burn, cause or allow to be burnt any:
- green or wet material
- non timber based building materials
- rubber or plastic, including plastic mulch, plant pots and packaging materials
- furnishings and carpet
- manufactured chemicals
- petroleum or oil products
- paint, including any container in which item is kept
- food waste, manure and straw
- carcasses or dead animals, unless prescribed by the Department of Primary Industries as the only means of disposal
- other offensive, noxious or toxic matter.
Section 34. Open air burning
DEFINITION: For the purposes of clause 34, the term ‘Open air burning’ is defined under the Local Law to mean a fire lit in the open air or within an incinerator for the purpose of burning vegetation for fuel control or reduction purposes.
34.1 A person must not conduct open air burning on land having a total area less than or equal to 2,500 square metres.
34.2 The restriction in sub-clause 34.1 does not apply to:
- a barbecue, pizza oven or other properly constructed appliance while it is being used for cooking food
- a fire in a brazier or chimenea while it is being used for heating
- a tool of trade while being used for the purpose for which it was designed
- a fire lit during the course of duty by a member of a fire and emergency services agency
- a fire where the Council has granted a permit because it considers that the specific circumstances of the case enable it to provide an exemption
- a fire lit for the purposes of meal preparation or personal comfort.
34.3 Where a person wants to burn in the open air under this clause and the requirements in sub-clause 34.4 cannot be complied with, a person must first obtain a permit from Council.
34.4 A person may conduct open air burning on land where the land size is equal to or greater than 2,501 square metres provided that:
- the general burning provisions in clause 33 are complied with
- the land is not vacant
- it is not a Sunday
- no burning, or any fire remains alight in the open air prior to sunrise, or after sunset
- the fire is not within 10 metres of any neighbouring property
- the maximum diameter of any material which is to be burnt is 200mm
- only a single pile is ignited at any time and must be no greater than 2 cubic metres in size
- prior to ignition, the fire has been registered to burn with the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (firepermits.vic.gov.au/notify)
- if the land is located to the West of the Mullum Mullum Creek, the open air burning is only conducted on that land during the months of May, October and November.
Section 35. Extinguishing fires
A person who has lit or allowed a fire to remain alight contrary to the provisions in this Part or any condition contained in a permit, must extinguish the fire immediately on being directed to do so by:
- an Authorised Officer, or
- a member of Victoria Police, Country Fire Authority or Fire Rescue Victoria.
Section 36. Chimneys
A person who owns or occupies land must not allow any chimney on that land to discharge, ash, smoke or dust to such an extent that it becomes a public nuisance, or is dangerous or is likely to be dangerous to the health and safety of any person or animal, or is harming or likely to be harmful to the environment.
Frequently asked questions
Who can light fires and conduct open air burning
I live on land less than 2,501 square metres. Can I light a fire?
There has been no change to current laws. On land of this size a fire can only be lit for the purposes of warmth and food preparation.
You must comply with the General Provisions for burning as listed in Clause 33 of the Local Law.
I live on land greater than 2,501 square metres. Can I light a fire?
The change to the Local Law means properties that are 2,501 square metres and larger will no longer require a permit for open air burning provided certain conditions are met.
These conditions are contained in Local Law Clause 34.
Please note that the existing provision which applies to properties located to the west of Mullum Mullum Creek still limits open air burning to the months of May, October and November.
As the person lighting the fire you must ensure you comply with ALL the requirements set out in the Local Law in Clause 33 and 34.
You will still need to give notice to Triple Zero Victoria prior to the burn (Prevents unnecessary response from fire brigades).
I live on a property west of Mullum Mullum Creek on a site with an area greater than 2500 sqm. Can I conduct open air burning for fuel reduction purposes?
Yes.
You can carry out open air burning but only during the months of May, October and November.
You must also comply with Clause 33 and Clause 34 of the Manningham Community Local Law.
I want to conduct open air burning but can’t comply with the requirements as set out in Clause 34
Open Air Burning outside these regulations will require landowners to obtain a permit from Council before burning off.
Can I light a fire for warmth or to cook food in my back yard?
Yes.
You can light a fire for warmth or to cook on your property. You must comply with the General Provisions for burning as listed in Clause 33 of the Local Law.
Can I light a fire on Council land, such as a reserve, nature strip or road reserve?
No.
You are not permitted to light any fires on Council land, Crown Land or public place without first getting written approval.
See Clause 32 of the Manningham Community Local Law.
Can I conduct an open air burn on my land to reduce fuel loads (vegetation) and prepare my property for the summer?
Yes.
Make sure you meet all the requirements of Clause 33 and Clause 34 of Manningham Community Local Law.
What are the requirements around burning?
Can I let my fire burn overnight if I'm burning off on my land?
No.
If you want your fire to burn overnight, you will need to get a Permit to conduct an Open-Air Burn from Council before you begin burning off.
Can I burn off during the declared fire danger period?
No.
The Community Local Law prohibits open air burning during the fire danger period.
However, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) may issue a Permit under the Country Fire Authority Act.
Do I have to put out my fire if told to?
Yes.
You must put your fire out if Council, a member of Victoria Police, Country Fire Authority (CFA) or Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) tells you to.
See Clause 35 of the Manningham Community Local Law 2023.
Permit to burn
How do I know if I am eligible for a permit to burn?
There may be circumstances whereby Council will issue a permit to burn to landowners that cannot comply with the conditions as listed in Clause 34.
Council gives due regard to the following when assessing permit applications:
- The size of the land
- That the land is in a designated bushfire risk area
- That the burn off is strictly for fire prevention purposes only
- The ability of the landowner to remove the vegetation via more appropriate methods
- The proximity to neighbouring assets and property and any smoke nuisance
How do I determine the general size of my property?
Contact us to confirm the correct size of your property, so you are aware of the regulations that may apply to your land.
How do I apply for a permit to conduct open air burning?
- You can contact Council and we will discuss the application with you.
- As part of an application an inspection of the burn site and material to be burnt will need to occur.
- If a permit is issued it will only be issued for prescribed date/s.
- Where the permit is for vacant land, a fee is required to be paid prior to a permit being issued.
- Please allow up to 10 business days for any application to be processed. Note that a longer period may be required should further information be required.
What happens if I want to conduct an open-air burn outside of the provisions as listed in Community Local Law Clause 34?
If you are unable to meet the requirements of this clause, you will need to apply for a Permit to Burn from Manningham Council.
You will need to tell us why you can’t comply with Clause 34 of the Manningham Community Local Law 2023.
Your permit application will be assessed by an officer, including an inspection of the land.
Where a Permit to Burn is to be issued, it will be issued with specific conditions and only for a set time frame.
Can I light a fire on vacant land without a permit?
No.
A Permit to conduct an Open-Air Burn will need to be applied for from Council.
Interpreter service
Communicate with us through the Interpreter service if you do not speak or understand English.
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We encourage community members to join the Wonga Park CFA for this Bushfire community meeting.
This session covers fire safety essentials information including:
- Local fire risk
- What to expect from fire
- Preparing for fire
- Fire danger ratings
- How to stay informed
- Seasonal update
Other dates, times and locations:
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We encourage community members to join the Wonga Park CFA for this Bushfire community meeting.
This session covers fire safety essentials information including:
- Local fire risk
- What to expect from fire
- Preparing for fire
- Fire danger ratings
- How to stay informed
- Seasonal update
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… Warrandyte CFA volunteer firefighter recruitment night Emergency aware Are you seeking a thrilling, impactful … on a fulfilling career as a volunteer firefighter today! Emergency Planning Committee Bushfires Emergency … Warrandyte CFA volunteer firefighter recruitment …
Are you seeking a thrilling, impactful volunteer opportunity within your community?
Warrandyte Country Fire Authority (CFA) are excited to kickstart their recruitment process for 2024! Applications are now live, with formal training scheduled to commence May 2024.
Join the Warrandyte Fire Brigade and become part of a team dedicated to serving, protecting, and uplifting our local community. Embrace the chance to respond to emergencies, save lives, and ensure safety for everyone.
As a firefighter, you'll encounter challenges requiring bravery, resilience, and quick decision-making. However, the satisfaction of making a daily positive impact is immeasurable.
Why choose Warrandyte CFA?
- Give back to your local community, making a tangible difference.
- Access comprehensive training and resources for support.
- Join a close-knit team operating like family.
- Receive all personal protection clothing, a uniform and continual training.
Who are they seeking?
Warrandyte CFA encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, aiming to reflect our community's richness. Ready to embody our values of professionalism, dedication, and teamwork? If you're passionate, committed, and eager to serve, we want you as a volunteer firefighter!
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity. Join the Warrandyte Fire Brigade and embark on a fulfilling career as a volunteer firefighter today!
Find out how to apply for the Emerging Artists Collaboration with Robert Michael Young at Templestowe Village Pop-Up Park. ...
We are looking for two emerging mural artists to work with acclaimed First Nation's mural artist Robert Michael Young. Together you will create a ground mural as part of the activation of Templestowe Village Pop-Up Park.
What you will do
Design and install a temporary public ground mural within Templestowe Village
Each artist will deliver a ground mural measuring approximately 4 x 2 metres.
Robert will guide you through the creative process from concept to installation.
Robert’s stunning native animal mural, situated outside the Templestowe branch of Bendigo Bank, will be used to inspire and reflect on cultural modes of storytelling and explore connection to place.
Participate in a one-day community workshop
You will support the development and running of a community workshop.
The workshop will engage with Templestowe community members, young people, traders and visitors to the village.
The outcome of this workshop will be a temporary and public community led artwork.
Who we are looking for
This opportunity is for two Melbourne based emerging artists wishing to gain professional experience in:
- public art
- working in a community context
- working in a collaborative manner
Artists must be 18 years or over.
We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including:
- people with an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background
- people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds
What you will receive
Each of the two artists selected for this project will receive the following:
- Emerging Artist Temporary Public Mural Fee $4,000
- National Association for Visual Artists (NAVA) rates for the community workshop
This project is funded by the Victorian Government’s COVID Safe Outdoor Activation Fund.
How to apply
To apply, please complete the online form below.
Applications close 24 May 2022 at 5:00pm.
Eligibility requirements
Artists must be available onsite for up to 6 days over the proposed project timeframe. This is currently scheduled for June 2022. The project contains flexibility to meet evolving COVID-19 restrictions and dates may change.
Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and applicants are required to hold a valid Working with Children Check.
Artists will need to hold Public Liability Insurance up to $20,000,000 and hold appropriate work cover and personal injury insurance.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will also be required.
More information
If you have any enquiries, please contact Manningham Creative Industries Officer, Lucy Beattie Hughes on 9840 9333 or email gallery@manningham.vic.gov.au .
Apply now
… River safety - Community information forum Emergency aware Join us for a free, inclusive and informative … Victoria, Nillumbik Shire Council and Manningham Council. Emergency Whats On … River safety - Community information …
Join us for a free, inclusive and informative community information forum on river safety.
The forum will be presented by a panel of subject matter experts from SES, Victoria Police and Life Saving Victoria. There will be an opportunity for Q and A following the presentations.
Light refreshments will be provided. Please register your attendance for catering purposes.
There will be professional assistance available on the night for anyone distressed by the subject matter.
This event is run as a collaboration between Warrandyte Neighbourhood House, Manningham SES, Victoria Police, Life Saving Victoria, Nillumbik Shire Council and Manningham Council.
… essential. Ajani Centre Environment and Sustainability Emergency Whats On … Home insurance workshop - Templestowe …
Are you covered for emergencies at home?
We are holding a home insurance workshop with Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC), a multidisciplinary legal service that works to prevent problems and support community resilience.
The session will cover important topics including:
- having an up-to-date insurance policy
- the right insurance amount for your home and contents
- what to look out for in your existing insurance policy.
Participants are encouraged to bring insurance policy documents for personal reference during the session.
It's free to register but bookings are essential.
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Are you covered for emergencies at home?
We are holding a home insurance workshop with Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC), a multidisciplinary legal service that works to prevent problems and support community resilience.
The session will cover important topics including:
- having an up-to-date insurance policy
- the right insurance amount for your home and contents
- what to look out for in your existing insurance policy.
Participants are encouraged to bring insurance policy documents for personal reference during the session.
It's free to register but bookings are essential.
… in Mandarin. Ajani Centre Environment and Sustainability Emergency Whats On … Home insurance workshop - Mandarin …
Are you covered for emergencies at home?
We are holding a home insurance workshop with Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC), a multidisciplinary legal service that works to prevent problems and support community resilience.
The session will cover important topics including:
- having an up-to-date insurance policy
- the right insurance amount for your home and contents
- what to look out for in your existing insurance policy.
Participants are encouraged to bring insurance policy documents for personal reference during the session.
It's free to register but bookings are essential.
Please note: this repeat session of the Home Insurance workshop will be held in Mandarin.
… Climate action, coffee and chat Emergency aware Are you interested in connecting with others … Council . Environment and Sustainability Bushfires Emergency … Climate action, coffee and chat …
Are you interested in connecting with others to talk about climate safety and climate action?
Reducing our climate impact and preparing for extreme weather caused by climate change is easier than you think!
Drop in for a free cuppa at your local cafe and chat with CFA, SES and Council about topics like:
- ways to take climate action in our local communities
- how to build environmentally-friendly practices into our everyday lives
- how to be prepared for severe weather like floods, storms and bushfires.
People of all age and abilities are welcome. There will be great resources to take home, including information for people with disability and additional needs.
This session is being run in partnership with Nillumbik Council.
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… of Portsmouth Rachel Westcott, South Australian Veterinary Emergency Management Inc You will have the opportunity to ask … topics are practical, helpful and relevant. Bushfires Emergency … Get bushfire resilient - Pets and bushfires …
An El Niño summer is coming. Recent rainfall has supercharged fuel loads. Dry conditions will increase fire risks next summer, especially grass fires.
In this webinar, the panel will discuss pets and bushfires. Get practical, best practice information about preparing, managing and caring for your pets before, during and after a fire.
Presenters include:
- Mel Taylor, Macquarie University
- Steve Glassey, University of Portsmouth
- Rachel Westcott, South Australian Veterinary Emergency Management Inc
You will have the opportunity to ask questions before or during the webinar.
About the Get Bushfire Resilient webinar series
Our webinars involve the best presenters and panel members in Australia and include robust audience engagement. Watch the webinars with family and friends and discuss the information and your plans.
Learn how grass fires and bushfires behave and what your family can do to reduce your risks.
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Manningham Volunteer Resource Service (Eastern Volunteers) will be hosting the 2nd Annual Manningham Volunteer Expo.
The Expo will feature organisations from various sectors, including: aged care, disability, new migrant services, gardening and conservation, animal welfare, hospitality, emergency and other community services.
- If you are interested in volunteering, come along to learn more about:
- Local organisations and what they do for the Manningham community
- The Manningham Volunteer Resource Service and how they can assist you with the volunteer journey
- The various benefits of volunteering
- The different ways you can volunteer
Register online or walk in on the day.
Find out how to access information and services in your languages other than English. ...
Interpreter services are available in multiple languages.
Call our Interpreter service on 9840 9355.
We value our multicultural community and want to make sure you can communicate with us in the way that you prefer. Over 40 per cent of Manningham residents speak a language other than English at home.
Interpreter service
Communicate with us through the Translating and Interpreting Service if you do not speak or understand English.
The interpreter service will contact the relevant council area and act as a direct translator between the caller and Council.
All interpreters are accredited with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) to ensure the highest standards of customer service available to non-English speaking customers.
Google Translate
We use Google Translate to give you the option to read Council information in your language.
To use Google Translate:
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Go to the Google Translate menu
Find the translate menu at the bottom of the page.
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Select your language from the drop down menu.
Manningham's most used languages
We've provided extra resources in these languages other than English.
- FOGO Information Guide in Arabic - ةيوضعلا ةيئاذغلا داوملا لىإ كليلد ةيوضعلا قئادحلا تافلخمو1.17 MBdownload
- FOGO Information Guide in Greek - Ο οδηγός σας για τα Οργανικά Απορρίμματα Τροφίμων και Κήπου1.19 MBdownload
- FOGO Information Guide in Italian - La tua guida ai rifiuti organici alimentari e del giardino1.13 MBdownload
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Join us for the biggest bioblitz event across the southern hemisphere! ...
What amazing biodiversity is in your area? We'd love to know!
By the end of October, the natural world is on full throttle. Flowers are blooming, insects are emerging, birds are singing, and reptiles are coming out of their winter hibernation. It makes sense for the Southern Hemisphere to observe life at this time of year.
The purpose of the Great Southern Bioblitz is to highlight the immense biodiversity spread across the Southern Hemisphere in the flourishing springtime. Also, to engage the public in science and nature learning, using the citizen science platform iNaturalist.
To participate in the event you will need to download the iNaturalist app on your device.