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Why do you need to register your business?

In Victoria, you need to register any accommodation business with your local council.

We check that your business aligns with the Public Health and Wellbeing (Prescribed Accommodation) Regulations 2020 and any other standards to ensure that you:

meet hygiene, maintenance and other standards and requirements
minimise public health risks from the shared use of facilities, high turnover of occupants and/or overcrowding.

What is an accommodation business?

Any home based or commercial business that includes these services is considered an accommodation business:

hotels and motels
hostels
student dormitories
holiday camps
caravan parks
bed and breakfast accommodation
rooming houses
residential accommodation (does not apply to an Air B&B where the house is under exclusive occupation).

Not sure what type of business you have? Contact us

How much does it cost?

View full list of fees

How to register a new business

Download and read the Rooming House Fact sheet

Rooming House Fact Sheet

Rooming House Fact Sheet

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Download and complete the supporting documentation

Supporting documentation for registering a prescribed accommodation

Supporting documentation for registering a prescribed accommodation

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How to transfer an existing business

Before you purchase an existing prescribed accommodation business, you need to book a pre-sale inspection

At the inspection, we check the premises meets the necessary standards and regulations so you can legally transfer business registration.

Request a business pre-sale inspection form

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What happens next?

We will issue contact you and issue an invoice once we receive your application.
Once you have been registered, we will conduct an annual inspection to ensure your business meets the requirements under Public health and wellbeing regulations. We will also offer ongoing advice and education.
If you change your business activity, contact us as this may affect your risk rating.

How to cancel your registration?

To cancel your registration, email your closure advice to manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au. Include in the email:

the proprietors name
the proprietors address and
if you can get a refund, the bank account details (BSB and account name).

Can you get a refund?

You can get a refund if your business is closing permanently. We do not issue refund for the transfer of a 'Registered Premises' to a new operator.

The amount of the refund depends on when we receive your closure advice email.

before 1 April - we refund 50% of the paid registration fee
before 1 July - we refund 25% of the paid registration fee
after 1 July - no refund available.

Why do you need to register your business?

In Victoria, you need to register the following with your local council:

any health or beauty business.

We check that your business meets the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and standards to reduce the risk of certain infections.

What is a health or beauty business?

Any home based or commercial business that includes these services is considered a health or beauty business:

hairdressing and make-up, spray tanning
all beauty therapy services (i.e. waxing, manicure or pedicure, microdermabrasion)
colonic irrigation
skin penetration (i.e. ear-piercing, needling, micro-blading, feathering or electrolysis)
tattooing and cosmetic tattooing.

How much does it cost?

View full list of fees

How to register a new business

Prepare a floor plan

Prepare a floor plan layout to be approved by us before opening your business.
Complete supporting documentation

Download and complete the supporting documentation to upload with your online application.

Supporting documentation for registering a health and beauty business

Supporting documentation for registering a health and beauty business

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Planning needs for home based businesses

Planning needs for home based businesses

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How to transfer an existing business

Book a pre-sale inspection

Before you buy a health or beauty business, request a pre-sale inspection.

At the inspection, we check the premises meets the necessary standards and regulations so you can legally transfer the business registration.

Request a business pre-sale inspection form

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What happens next?

We will contact you and send an invoice after we receive your application.
Once you are registered, we will visit your business to make sure it meets the Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and regulations. We will also offer ongoing advice and education. Hairdresser-only businesses are exempt from annual inspections.
If you change your business activity, contact us as this may affect your risk rating.

How to cancel your registration?

Email your closure advice to manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.

Include in the email:

the proprietors name
the proprietors address
date of closure

If you are eligible for a partial refund of your registration, complete the request form below and include it with your closure advice email.

Can you get a refund?

You can get a refund if your business is closing permanently. We do not issue refunds for the transfer of a 'Registered Premises' to a new operator.

The amount of the refund depends on when we receive your closure advice email.

before 1 April - we refund 50 per cent of the paid registration fee
before 1 July - we refund 25 per cent of the paid registration fee
after 1 July - no refund given

If you can get a refund, submit the refund request form with your closure advice email.

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Unfinished Business Documentary Free Screening

… Unfinished Business Documentary Free Screening Art exhibitions Join us … in the Unfinished Business exhibition, which is showing at Manningham Art Gallery until Saturday 29 July. Following the … let us know by Friday 30 June, at 9840 9367 or gallery@manningham.vic.gov.au . MC Square Community Centre Arts …

Join us this NAIDOC week for a special screening of the Unfinished Business Documentary at Doncaster Library.

This moving documentary tells the stories of 30 First Nations people living with disabilities. Their deeply personal stories are complex and intertwined with Australia’s political and social history, which has resulted in today’s unacceptably high rates of disability in Australia’s First Nations Communities.

Their stories are also featured in the Unfinished Business exhibition, which is showing at Manningham Art Gallery until Saturday 29 July.

Following the screening, there will be a Q&A with Uncle John Baxter: Latja Latja/Narungga man, Board Member Reconciliation Victoria and First Peoples Disability Network, Aboriginal Partnership Coordinator - Brotherhood of St Laurence/NDIS, participant and creative collaborator of Unfinished Business.

Attendees will also have the chance to view the exhibition at their own pace.

The Unfinished Business Documentary is a creative collaboration between brothers, Liam and Dieter Knierim, Belinda Mason Knierim OAM, and participants.

This is a free and accessible event. Bookings not required. Refreshments will be provided.

Warning: First Nations peoples should be aware that this exhibition contains images, voices, or names of deceased persons.

Access symbols - wheelchair, service dogs and audio described

If you require an Auslan interpreter to attend this event, please let us know by Friday 30 June, at 9840 9367 or gallery@manningham.vic.gov.au.

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Home based business

… Running your business from home can be a perfect way to balance work and … just starting out and wanting to minimise your overheads. Manningham Business … Home based business …

Running your business from home can be a perfect way to balance work and family commitments. Or you might be just starting out and wanting to minimise your overheads.

Manningham is home to a large number of home based businesses and we actively support and encourage this business community.

A home based business is run from a residential premises or building in which the owner of the business lives.

It is important to distinguish between people who may be working from home, and those who are running a business from home. A home based business operator runs a business from home, and doesn’t work from home for an external organisation.

Is my business appropriate to run from home?

Council has certain requirements for home based businesses. These requirements help to ensure that your business won’t have a negative impact on your neighbours or the neighbourhood.

The most appropriate businesses or occupations to be conducted from the home are those where:

only two employees who do not live in the home but work in the occupation or business operating in the home
a room or space is set up for the business or occupation away from the rest of the household so that it is not affected by household noises or interruptions if you plan to meet clients at home
the product or service does not require large storage areas, administration or waiting areas
the product or service has only few deliveries and they only occur during normal business hours or daylight hours on weekends
the product or service does not create noise pollution or any other disturbance that can affect the local neighbourhood.

What kind of advertising signage can I have?

In all residential zones, home based businesses are permitted to have signage which displays business identification information. A total of 0.2 square metres of advertising is permitted without a planning permit.

The information which is acceptable on this sign includes:

business name
short service description
contact number.

For any sign not meeting these requirements, you must apply to the Statutory Planning team on 9840 9333.

Read Clause 52.05 in the Manningham Planning Scheme for the full details about signage requirements.

More information

The Manningham Planning Scheme provides more information about home based businesses.

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All business permits and fees

… View a list of all permits and fees related to business Apply Businesses Manningham Business … All business permits and fees …

Below is a list of all common permits and fees related to your business. Permits often need to be renewed annually as regulations and your business activities change.

Prices current as of 1 July 2024. Prices are subject to change.

Food businesses

If you plan to sell food within our community there are a range of regulations you need to be aware of. A food business registration ensures that you have met these essential requirements and are needed before you start trading.

Pre-approval (floor plan) fees	Cost
Commercial food businesses
Standard food business	Risk 1 and 2: $270 Risk 3: $260 Risk 4: No fee
Food business (>20 staff)	Risk 2: $340 Risk 3: $260 Risk 4: No fee
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: $220 Risk 3: $220 Risk 4: No fee
Home based food businesses
Standard food business	Risk 2: $270 Risk 3: $260 Risk 4: No fee

Registration fees	Cost
Commercial food businesses
Non Standard Food Safety Program (FSP)	Risk 1: $560 Risk 2: $490
Standard food business	Risk 1: $910 Risk 2: $600 Risk 3: $390 Risk 4: No fee
Food Business (>20 staff)	Risk 2: $1200
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: $260 Risk 3: $240
Home based food businesses
Home based food business	Risk 2: $600 Risk 3: $390 Risk 4: No fee
Temporary food business
Business, Company or Sole Trader	Risk 2: $250 Risk 3: $230 Risk 4: No fee
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: No fee Risk 3: No fee Risk 4: No fee
Mobile food business/ food vehicle registration
Business, Company or Sole Trader	Risk 2: $575 Risk 3: $380 Risk 4: No fee
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: $240 Risk 3: $220 Risk 4: No fee

Pre-sale inspection fees (vendor's report)
Commercial food business
All food businesses	Risk 1 and 2: $300 Risk 2 (>20 staff): $360 Risk 3: $300

Footpath trading permits

Use our shared spaces to safely show off your wares, meet and greet your customers and provides a welcoming entry to your shop. A footpath trading permit allows you to have items such as tables and chairs, planter boxes and other decorative items.

Permit type	Cost
Footpath permit application	Contact us
Renew footpath permit application	Contact us

Parking permits

Parking permits help make sharing parking spaces easier for you and your customers. Whether its a big delivery or sale day, parking permits keep it fair for everyone.

Permit type	Cost
Traders parking permit	Contact us
Accessible parking permit	Contact us

Building and planning permits

You may want to upgrade your shop or expand out the back. You will need the right permits in place before works begin. Find out what property and development permits you need.

Health and beauty businesses

For health or beauty business registrations.

Pre-approval (floor plan) fees	Cost
All activities (High, Medium, Low risk)	$270

Registration fees	Cost
High, medium to low risk	$390 to $525
Medium to low risk	$355 to $425
Low risk	$220

Pre-sale inspection fees (vendor's report)	Cost
All activities (High, Medium, Low risk)	$270

Transfer of business fees	Cost
High, medium to low risk	$195 to $262
Medium to low risk	$182.50 to $210
Low risk	$220

Accommodation businesses

Pre-approval (floor plan) fees	Cost
< 20 beds	$250
20 to 40 beds	$270
> 40 beds	$290

Registration fees	Cost
< 20 beds	$315
20 to 40 beds	$420
> 40 beds	$540

Pre-sale inspection fees (vendor's report)	Cost
< 20 beds	$230
20 to 40 beds	$250
> 40 beds	$270

Transfer of business fees	Cost
< 20 beds	$157.50
20 to 40 beds	$207.50
> 40 beds	$269.80

Events, arts and recreation permits

Permit type	Cost
Busking permit	Contact us
Filming permit	Contact us
Organising an event permit	Contact us

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Boost Your Online Presence - Mastering SEO and Google Business Profiles

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When do you need a permit for your business

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

Depending on the type of business you're running, you may need one or more business permits.

Not sure what permits you might need? There are a few things you can do to work out what permits you need:

Try out our business permit self assessment tool
Contact us to discuss your business idea
Find a summary of all common permits and fees related to your business.

When do I need a permit?

You may need to get approval from Manningham Council to do certain business activities. It depends on your business type and what you are trying to do.

Planning

Want to make changes to your business operation? Find out about planning requirements.

Building

Need to build or extend your property to accommodate your business? There are building regulations and permits to be aware of. Some works that will require permits include:

alternations and structural works
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free standing or adjoining buildings.

Health and Beauty

From hairdressing and make-up artists to pilates and yoga studios, it’s important that client safety is kept as a top priority. Have a look at some of the permits and regulations needed to operate a healthy business for you and your clients.

Trader parking permits

Apply for a trader parking permit to park in a shopping centre.

Food

Any business that sells or manufactures food or drink must be registered with their local council and follow regulations to ensure that the food they sell is safe to eat. This includes restaurants and cafes, market stalls and mobile food vans.

Liquor licences

If you plan to sell or serve alcohol at your business, you will need to apply for a liquor licence with the Victorian Government.

Apply now

Footpath trading

If you want to offer outdoor dining, goods for sale on the footpath, or display an A-frame advertising board, you will need a permit.

Apply now

Accommodation

Registration is required for any home based or commercial business that includes accommodation services.

Film on Council land

Filming on Council land, including student, commercial, community, not-for-profit and still photography, may require a permit.

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The April issue of Manningham Matters is out now!

It will be delivered to your letterbox from Monday 14 April.

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Manningham Community Awards

… Manningham Community Awards Our new awards program recognises … made exceptional contributions to the community. The new Manningham Community Awards recognise the outstanding … and groups who have gone above and beyond in making Manningham a better place to live, work and visit over the …

The new Manningham Community Awards recognise the outstanding contributions of those who are helping to shape our vibrant community.

The expanded program celebrates individuals and groups who have gone above and beyond in making Manningham a better place to live, work and visit over the past 12 months.

Winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September 2025.

The awards recognise achievements in eight categories and one of these individual category winners will be named the Manningham Citizen of the Year.

Manningham Community Award categories

Doreen Stoves Excellence in Volunteering: Recognising an individual who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to volunteerism.
Active Community: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to community participation in active lifestyles, sports or physical activity.
Ageing Well: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to enhancing the lives of older residents, fostering social connection, safety or active ageing.
Artistic Achievement: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to Manningham’s creative community, sparking artistic, cultural or creative expression.
Community Excellence: Recognising a community organisation or group that has delivered outstanding programs or initiatives contributing to the wellbeing, development and cohesion of the Manningham community.
Community Health and Wellbeing: Recognising an individual or group who has enhanced health, wellbeing or resilience in the community, whether through advocacy, program development or direct service delivery.
Inclusive Community: Recognising an individual or group who has actively contributed to community accessibility, inclusivity or diversity.
Young Achiever: Recognising a young person aged under 25, who has made a positive impact within the Manningham community through demonstrated leadership, innovation, or commitment to helping others.

Nominations for the 2025 Manningham Community Awards open Monday 16 June 2025.

Nominations

Find out how to nominate and how the winners are selected.

Who can make a nomination?

Anyone can make a nomination.

To nominate, you must have the permission of the person or group you’re nominating before you submit the nomination.

You can nominate yourself, however written references will be required to support your nomination.

How to nominate

To nominate a person or group for a Manningham Community Award, complete the online nomination form. You can also pick up a hard-copy nomination form from the Manningham Civic Centre.

Nominations must include:

Details of nominee and nominator
Supporting information, including any supporting evidence
At least one referee to support your nomination.

How are the awards judged?

Nominations are assessed against a set criteria and are judged by a panel, which includes the Manningham Mayor, Director Connected Communities, the previous Citizen of Year recipient (in 2025 this will be the previous Manningham Civic Awards Citizen of the Year) and two members of Manningham Council’s advisory committees.

When can I make a nomination?

Nominations for the 2025 Manningham Community Awards open on Monday 16 June and close at 11.59pm on Sunday 20 July 2025.

Eligibility and Terms and Conditions

Find out more about nomination eligibility and what is required of the winners.

Eligibility

To be eligible for nomination, the nominee must meet the following criteria:

The nominee must reside in Manningham.
Nominators must have the permission of the person/group they are nominating, prior to applying.
Previous recipients of the Manningham Community Awards, or preceding Manningham Civic Awards, are ineligible to receive the same Award within a 10-year period.
For the Manningham Young Achiever Award, the nominee must be under 25 years old on 30 June of the nominating year.
Manningham Councillors, Manningham Council employees, Manningham Council Programs and Committees, State and Federal politicians are not eligible, but are encouraged to nominate others.

Nomination Terms and Conditions

Self-nominations are accepted, however written references will be required to support the nomination.
Nominees can only be nominated once, although multiple supporting documents can be attached to the nomination.
All questions on the nomination form must be answered.
All nominators will be told the outcome of their application in August 2025, with each category having a maximum of three finalists.
The winner of each category will be amongst the notified finalists and will be announced at the Awards Ceremony in September 2025.
All finalists must be able to attend the Award Ceremony on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
Each finalist will be issued a complimentary ticket plus two tickets for additional guests (3 in total per finalist).
The winner of each category must be willing to share their achievements within the 12 months following the award, including promotional campaigns and photo opportunities.
The winner of the Manningham Citizen of the Year Award will be invited to join the assessment panel for the subsequent year’s awards.
Unsuccessful nominees and finalists may be re-nominated in subsequent years.

The decision of the judging panel is final, and no correspondence will be entered into in respect of the decision.

Awards selection criteria

Manningham Citizen of the Year Award

This award is not open for direct nomination.
The Citizen of the Year will be chosen by the judging panel from the winners of all other categories, excluding:
- The Manningham Community Excellence Award.
- Any category winner which was a group, not an individual.
The panel will assess each eligible finalist for their outstanding contribution to the Manningham community within the last 12 months.
This is an individual-only award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Doreen Stoves Excellence in Volunteering Award

The nominee must have demonstrated ongoing commitment to volunteerism over the past 12 months and reflect the values and dedication exemplified by the late Doreen Stoves AM PSM JP.
This is an individual-only award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Active Community Award

The nominee must have contributed to community participation in active lifestyles, sports or physical activity in Manningham over the past 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Ageing Well Award

The nominee must have contributed to enhancing the lives of older residents in Manningham, fostering social connection, safety or active ageing over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Artistic Achievement Award

The nominee must have contributed to Manningham’s creative community, sparking artistic, cultural or creative expression in the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Community Excellence Award

The nominee must have delivered outstanding programs or initiatives contributing to the wellbeing, development, and cohesion of the Manningham community over the last 12 months.
This is a community organisation or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Community Health and Wellbeing Award

The nominee must have enhanced health, wellbeing or resilience within the Manningham community, whether through advocacy, program development or direct service delivery over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Inclusive Community Award

The nominee must have actively contributed to community accessibility, inclusivity or diversity in Manningham over the last 12 months.
This is an individual or group award.
There is no age limit on this award.

Manningham Young Achiever Award

The nominee must have made a positive impact within the Manningham Community through demonstrated leadership, innovation or commitment to helping others over the last 12 months.
This is an individual-only award.
The nominee must be under 25 years old on 30 June 2025.

Awards announcement

The 2025 Manningham Community Awards will be announced at the Award Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September. Please note this has changed from the 11 September date advised in the June edition of Manningham Matters.

Tickets will be available for purchase at a subsidised cost for Manningham community members from Monday 28 July.

Grants and Funding

Manningham Solar Savers

… Manningham Solar Savers We’re partnering with Solar Savers to … solar and batteries for households and businesses in Manningham. Solar Savers is a trusted local government … This initiative is supported by us and is available to all Manningham residents. Why use Solar Savers Solar Savers …

Solar Savers is a trusted local government initiative that’s helped households and businesses go all-electric since 2019. This initiative is supported by us and is available to all Manningham residents.

Why use Solar Savers

Solar Savers takes the hard work out of going all-electric. They can help you install quality and affordable rooftop solar, batteries, hot water heat pumps and reverse cycle air conditioners.

Solar Savers can provide you with:

information about eligibility for State and Federal discounts, incentives and interest-free loans
a quote from a trusted supplier
ongoing advice and support from quoting through to installation
reliable products, a quality installation and an industry leading 15-year workmanship warranty.

Subsidies and rebates available

Homeowners may qualify for Victorian and Federal Government incentives for a range of energy efficient products. Through Solar Savers, you can learn about your eligibility for these discounts and loans.

Solar	Victorian government Solar Homes discount and no-interest loan Federal government discount (STCs)
Battery storage	No-interest loan - Victorian government Solar Homes program Federal government discount just announced - details to be advised
Hot water	Victorian Government Energy Upgrade program offers discounts for hot water systems. Federal government discount (STCs) applies for hot water.
Heating and cooling	Victorian Government Energy Upgrade program offers discounts for heating and cooling.
Induction cooktops	Victorian Government Energy Upgrade program offers discounts for induction cooktops.

Get a free quote

Contact Solar Savers to obtain a quote from a trusted supplier, including expected energy and cost savings (for solar and batteries).

You will have the opportunity to discuss the quote with the installer and Solar Savers to ensure the system is suitable for you.

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Local success stories

Manningham residents are going all-electric and reaping the rewards. Read about how they made the switch, as well as their top tips.

A man wearing glasses and a black jacket stands with his hands in his pockets. He is in a garage and a solar battery and a switchboard can be seen on the wall to his right.

Ken and Joan from Donvale

For country-raised Ken and his wife Joan, purchasing solar and a battery system simply made good sense.

Now, the Donvale residents are saving more with stable renewable energy.