Visit our local shopping centres or markets for a little bit of retail therapy and to explore our local arts, crafts, fashion and food.
Our shopping centres
We have a range of local shopping experiences close to home that suit a variety of budgets and needs. From dog grooming to enjoying a tasty lunch, our friendly traders provide excellent service and are happy to help. Discover some of our great shopping locations today.
The Centre is purpose built to accommodate a wide variety of functions such as conferences, wedding receptions, cocktail parties, trade shows and community events. ...
The Centre is purpose built to accommodate a wide variety of functions such as conferences, wedding receptions, cocktail parties, trade shows and community events.
The main function room can seat up to 400 people for a dinner dance. It can be separated into smaller rooms for the more intimate occasion, or can seat 450 people theatre style.
The Function Centre has a selection of caterers with varying cuisines and menus to choose from, and offers a variety of hire packages.
Equipped with state of the art technology to manage the most professional presentation, the Function Centre can readily host conferences and executive seminars.
Manningham Function Centre opened its doors in August 2001.
How to book
To request a booking, visit the Manningham Function Centre website.
Find out more about the Vibrant Villages - Activity Centre Action Plan 2023....
The Vibrant Villages Action Plan aims to support the development of vibrant and inclusive local places, aligning with key policy initiatives to create a high-quality urban environment, enhance community well-being, and promote economic growth.
Focus areas:
- development of a public square or meeting places
- installation of bike racks, and infrastructure to support active transport
- improvement of all abilities access including disabled car parking spaces, uneven surfaces and tactile paving
- planting of quality landscaping and canopy trees
- expansion of outdoor seating areas
- development of ‘parklets’ or play spaces
- display of public or community art
- improvement of car parking and traffic flow.
Council Plan theme
Our Pines Learning and Activity Centre is ideal for meetings, conferences, functions or family occasions and can be hired until 11.00pm, seven days a week. It is located next to the Pines Shopping Centre.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of The Pines Learning and Activity Centre.
How much does it cost?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Function room - Casual hirer | $122 per hour | $215 per hour |
Function room - Regular hirer | $40 per hour | $54 per hour |
Meeting room - Casual hirer | $53 per hour | $60 per hour |
Meeting room - regular hirer | $33 per hour | $44 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can help to organise this for you.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of The Pines Learning and Activity Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
This is great venue for private functions. It also caters for dance, martial arts or art classes. Small group meetings can be held in one of the smaller rooms containing a whiteboard, television and comfortable seating. This venue is conveniently located to Jackson Court Shopping Centre and limited off street parking is available.
The three meeting rooms can hold between 12 to 30 guests.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of Doncaster Senior Citizens Centre.
How much does it cost ?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Main Hall - Casual Hirer | $69 per hour | $112 per hour |
Main Hall - Regular Hirer | $31 per hour | $35 per hour |
Meeting room - Casual Hirer | $37 per hour | $52 per hour |
Meeting room - Regular Hirer | $26 per hour | $31 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can help to organise this for you.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of Doncaster Senior Citizens Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
Waste and recycling facilities close to Manningham
View a list of our closest transfer stations (tips) and recycling centres below.
Not sure how to dispose of unwanted items?
Check out our A-Z waste and recycling guide or contact us.
The Ajani Centre is our largest venue. It's perfect for weddings, dinner dances, fundraising functions and family occasions. The centre is a popular venue for christenings, engagement parties and large celebrations....
The Ajani Centre is our largest venue. It's perfect for weddings, dinner dances, fundraising functions and family occasions. The centre is a popular venue for christenings, engagement parties and large celebrations.
Hosting an outside balcony and private paved area, supper room for buffets, stage, easy access for caterers, rectangular trestles and circular tables, and upholstered chairs.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of the Ajani Centre.
How much does it cost?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Casual Hirer | $123 per hour | $215 per hour |
Regular Hirer | $40 per hour | $53 per hour |
A flat rate charge of $1,141.00 is applied for 12 hours of use.
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance, we can help organise this for you.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of the Ajani Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
Located next to the historical Heimat House, this venue offers a function room and a multi purpose room and is ideal for classes, meetings and private functions. ...
Located next to the historical Heimat House, this venue offers a function room and a multi purpose room and is ideal for classes, meetings and private functions.
The rooms are divided by a fully functional kitchen, with a servery through to the function room. The function room has timber floors and a small stage area with wall mirrors. The multi-purpose room has carpeted flooring, providing an ideal space for classes.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of the Heimat Centre.
How much does it cost ?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Casual Hirer | $69 per hour | $112 per hour |
Regular Hirer | $30 per hour | $34 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can assist to organise this for you.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of the Heimat Centre. Please contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
Domeney Recreation Centre is an ideal location with views across the reserve and over the hills. It has three activity rooms and a multi-purpose room suitable for dance, drama, exercise, training sessions, meetings and social functions. Capacity for guests in these rooms is up to 70 seated in theatre style....
Domeney Recreation Centre is an ideal location with views across the reserve and over the hills. It has three activity rooms and a multi-purpose room suitable for dance, drama, exercise, training sessions, meetings and social functions. Capacity for guests in these rooms is up to 70 seated in theatre style. On site parking (70 spaces) are available. There is a sports oval on the site also.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take our virtual tour of Domeney Recreation Centre.
How much does it cost?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Casual Hirer | $69 per hour | $112 per hour |
Regular Hirer | $31 per hour | $35 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can help to organise this for you.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of Domeney Recreation Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
MC Square offers a variety of meeting rooms for hire. Located on Doncaster Road between Westfield and our Civic Centre, it is conveniently accessible by public transport. There are ample parking spaces on site.
Access to the centre
For information on services running at MC Square, please contact the relevant organisations directly. For more information on library services, visit the Whitehorse Manningham Libraries website.
Organisations located at MC Square
MC Square also provides services on health, education, welfare, community, arts, cultural and heritage. See below for a complete list of the organisations located at MC Square.
Hire a room at MC Square
From boardrooms, to meeting spaces with all the audio visual, kitchen and accessibility requirements, find a space that suits you.
Contact Aquarena
For all enquiries including membership, booking, swim lessons, lost property and complaints, visit Active Manningham.
Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre is one of the largest recreation and aquatic facilities in Victoria.
Located at 139-153 Williamsons Road, Templestowe Lower, the Centre is recognised for its:
- world class facilities
- diverse range of programs
- reputation for quality service.
Redeveloped in 2016, Aquarena offers:
- heated outdoor and indoor pools plus a new warm water pool
- cutting edge group exercise classes
- fully equipped and spacious health club
- excellent child care facilities
- popular aquatic education program
- easy pedestrian access via a sky bridge.
The Centre is situated on more than 3.5 hectares of landscaped gardens, with an indoor / outdoor cafe overlooking the outdoor pool area.
Aquarena facilities and programs focus on the following areas:
- Health club – including state of the art equipment, experienced guidance and support
- Wellness centre inclusive of a multi-purpose room
- Group exercise
- Childcare
- Indoor 25 metre heated pool
- Warm water pool to assist with rehabilitation
- Outdoor heated 50 metre pool
- Swim club clubrooms, program room and outdoor change area
- Learner and toddler pool
- Outdoor water splash and play area
- Spas and steam room
- Giant waterslides
- Cafe
The centre is owned by Manningham Council and is managed by Aligned Leisure.
Our community centre features a bright hall for big parties or large group instruction (yoga, dance or martial arts). There is also a smaller room available which can be divided away from the main hall, allowing a second area for activities....
Our community centre features a bright hall for big parties or large group instruction (yoga, dance or martial arts).
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take a virtual tour of the Lower Templestowe Community Centre.
How much does it cost?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Main Hall - Casual Hirer | $69 per hour | $112 per hour |
Main Hall - Regular Hirer | $31 per hour | $35 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds will be processed ten (10) business hays post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can assist to organise this for you.
All bookings must be finished by 10.00pm including cleaning time.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of the Lower Templestowe Community Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
Find out more about the Warrandyte Community Centre mural by Angharad Neal-Williams, 2023. ...
It was great to get input from a wide range of community members who helped inform the design through the series of workshops.
Common themes that were explored included the river, the natural environment and the experience of walking along and looking across the river to the other side.
The design captures these themes whilst incorporating bright colours that will sit within, and complement the surrounding environment.
Location of artwork
- Warrandyte Community House - 2 Webb Street Warrandyte, VIC 3113
- View on map
About the artist
Angharad Neal-Williams is an Illustrator, muralist and graphic recorder based in Melbourne.
Her work combines strong line drawing with controlled colour and shape to create thoughtful, fun and conceptual drawings.
She utilises both digital and traditional mediums to ensure outcomes feel natural and expressive through quirky imperfections in the simple line work. Her style is distinctly optimistic and focuses strongly on the importance of composition and line.
Learn more about Angharad Neal-Williams
- Website - Angharad Neal-Williams
- Instagram - @angharad.nw
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Join us for Arabic stories and rhymes to support families with young children who wish to maintain a family language or learn an additional language. ...
أهلا ومرحبا
Join us for Arabic stories and rhymes to support families with young children who wish to maintain a family language or learn an additional language.
Storytime sessions support literacy development, social skills and group learning, all while exploring health and wellbeing themes.
Who: For children aged one to five years.
When: Every third Thursday of the month at The Pines Library. Every first Tuesday of the month at a local community venue.
Cost: Sessions are free to attend, and no registrations or library membership are required.
The Arabic Storytime session is a part of the Government Multicultural Storytime grant which will help our local libraries deliver Storytime programs for babies and young children in Arabic and Italian in Manningham.
The Manningham Templestowe Leisure Centre (TLC) has been developed on the former Templestowe Primary School site and provides a range of community facilities, including the home of Doncaster and Districts Netball Association and Woodcraft Manningham Woodworking Club. ...
The Manningham Templestowe Leisure Centre (TLC) has been developed on the former Templestowe Primary School site and provides a range of community facilities, including the home of Doncaster and Districts Netball Association and Woodcraft Manningham Woodworking Club.
Places and spaces
- Indoor stadium: two multi-use courts, activity room, office and a kiosk.
- Eight outdoor plexipave netball courts
- Historic Templestowe Primary School building (circa 1874)
- Historic Templestowe Memorial Hall (available for hire)
- Barbecue and picnic table
- Off street parking
Urban plaza serving the adjacent Templestowe Village Shopping Centre
Programs
- Basketball
- Netball
- Woodwork
- Badminton
- Karate and other community programs and activities
For information about programs, court hire or venue facilities, go to Active Manningham or call 9848 0000.
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Organising a large event?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
The Centre is the social, geographical and cultural heart of the township of Warrandyte. The newly refurbished building is surrounded by native gardens, which are open to the public and visitors at all times. ...
The Centre is the social, geographical and cultural heart of the township of Warrandyte. The newly refurbished building is surrounded by native gardens, which are open to the public and visitors at all times.
Community members can hire the centre for family, social functions and weddings. Enjoy the view of bustling Yarra street from the balcony.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take a virtual tour of the Warrandyte Community Centre.
How much does it cost?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Bookings during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hire rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Casual Hirer | $69 per hour | $112 per hour |
Regular Hirer | $31 per hour | $35 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your even date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds are processed within ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can help to organise this for you.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of Warrandyte Community Centre, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
What is a community learning centre?
Community learning centres, such as Neighbourhood Houses, encourage members of the community to participate in local activities, learning and education, and play an important part in strengthening local communities. There are five Neighbourhood Houses in Manningham, which Council supports through the provision of funding and facilities.
These five Neighbourhood Houses are managed by voluntary community-based committees of management, who are responsible for the overall operation of each centre. Neighbourhood Houses employ professionally trained staff and tutors as well as experienced volunteers.
What courses are included?
Courses at Neighbourhood Houses can include:
- Strength, fitness and wellbeing classes
- Yoga, Tai-Chi, Pilates
- Computer and technology courses
- Art, craft, music and language classes, including English classes
- Adult education courses
- Certificate courses
- VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning)
- VET (Vocational Education and Training)
- Children's courses and playgroups
- Personal development, and
- Social and support groups.
Several centres also have a registered childcare centre.
Where are the centres?
The five Neighbourhood Houses are:
There is a range of sports courts across Manningham including five stadiums with indoor sports courts. ...
Indoor sports stadiums
There is a range of indoor sports courts across Manningham including five stadiums with indoor sports courts.
We also have agreements with four schools (and the Department of Education and Training) to manage four single court school stadiums outside of school hours.
Manningham sports facilities include:
- Doncaster Badminton Centre
- Leeds Street Sports Centre, Doncaster
- Manningham Donvale Indoor Sports Centre (DISC)
- Mullum Mullum Stadium
- Park Orchards Community Centre
- Sheahans Reserve Basketball Stadium
- Templestowe Heights Primary School
- Templestowe Leisure Centre Stadium
- Warrandyte Sports Centre
Aquatic centre
Outdoor community recreation facilities
Many of our reserves offer sporting facilities such as:
- cricket wickets
- half size and full size netball and basketball courts
- tennis courts and hit up walls.
These are available for community use and no bookings are required.
Reserve | Suburb | Facility |
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Acheron Reserve | Doncaster |
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Brendan Reserve | Doncaster |
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Bronte Playspace, Green Gully Linear Park |
Templestowe |
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Cat Jump Park | Donvale |
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Celeste Reserve West | Doncaster East |
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Daniel Reserve | Donvale |
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Dellfield Reserve | Templestowe Lower |
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Domeney Reserve | Park Orchards |
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Donvale Reserve | Donvale |
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Fielding Reserve | Templestowe |
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Hampshire Reserve | Doncaster |
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Happy Valley Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Harold Reserve | Bulleen |
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Heath Reserve | Templestowe Lower |
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Hertford Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Hillcroft Reserve | Templestowe |
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Katrina Gully Playspace, Koonung Creek Linear Park |
Doncaster |
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Kerry Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Koonung Park | Bulleen |
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Lawford Reserve | Doncaster |
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Leawarra Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Lilian Reserve | Bulleen |
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Lyndal Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Manningham DISC | Donvale |
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Marshall Reserve | Doncaster |
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Matisse Reserve | Templestowe |
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Morecambe Reserve | Templestowe |
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Morris Williams Reserve | Bulleen |
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Nunawading |
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Pine Hill Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Ranleigh Reserve | Templestowe Lower |
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Sandra Reserve | Bulleen |
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Schafter Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Sheahans Reserve | Bulleen |
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Spring Valley Reserve | Templestowe |
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Swanston Reserve | Templestowe Lower |
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The Grange Reserve | Templestowe |
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Templestowe Leisure Centre | Templestowe |
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Templestowe Reserve | Templestowe |
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Valepark Reserve | Donvale |
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Warrandyte Reserve | Warrandyte |
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Whistlewood Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Wonga Park Reserve | Wonga Park |
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Woodlea Reserve | Doncaster East |
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Located in 50 hectares of tranquil bushland, the centre is available for small functions, meetings and seminars. The Currawong Bush Park Conference Centre includes a conference room and the environmental centre....
Located in 50 hectares of tranquil bushland, the centre is available for small functions, meetings and seminars. The Currawong Bush Park Conference Centre consists of two separate hireable spaces. It is surrounded by a landscaped and paved outdoor area with picnic and BBQ facilities, and is only 30 minutes from the City via the Eastern Freeway.
Conference Room
The main room can accommodate up to 35 people seated and 50 theatre style. Equipment includes overhead projector, screen and electronic whiteboard. There are breakout rooms and a full kitchen with urn, microwave and dishwasher.
Environment Centre
Consists of a self-contained space which can accommodate up to 15 people seated. Facilities include chairs, tables, refrigerator, microwave and urn.
Outdoor space
The large shared outdoor space has bench seating and theatre-style raised seating, BBQ facilities and accessible parking.
Hosting a birthday party? Our facilities cater for children aged 12 years or under and adults aged 22 years and above.
Take a virtual tour of Currawong Bush Park Conference Centre.
How much does it cost?
We have a pricing structure to suit your needs. Booking during the week are for a minimum of 2 hours, and 4 hours during the weekend.
If you book more than 10 times during a year, you are eligible for the regular hirer rate.
Community | Commercial | |
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Conference Room Casual Hire | $35 per hour | $48 per hour |
Environment Centre Casual Hire | $30 per hour | $48 per hour |
A set bond will be required two (2) weeks prior to your event date. The amount varies per venue and further information will be provided upon booking. All bond refunds will be processed ten (10) business days post event.
Make sure that you and your attendees are covered by public liability insurance. We can assist you to organise this.
Open fires are not permitted in the park.
Have more questions?
Take our virtual tour of Currawong Bush Park Conference, or contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Have questions?
As part of the Warrandyte Community Centre outdoor upgrade, a mural will be designed and installed by artist ...
As part of the Warrandyte Community Centre outdoor upgrade, a mural will be designed and installed by artist Angharad Neal-Williams.
Warrandyte residents are invited to join Angharad for a series of free, community-based workshops to collectively contribute to the thematic development of the mural.
Experience a range of different ways to create, contribute and brainstorm together and explore your favourite things about Warrandyte.
Catering will be provided.
Bookings essential via the registration link.
About the artist
Angharad Neal-Williams is an Illustrator, muralist and graphic recorder based in Melbourne. Her work combines strong line drawing with controlled colour and shape to create thoughtful, fun and conceptual drawings.
She utilises both digital and traditional mediums to ensure outcomes feel natural and expressive through quirky imperfections in the simple line work. Her style is distinctly optimistic and focuses strongly on the importance of composition and line.
In 2023 she was awarded Nillumbik Shire Council's Young Creative Leader of the year.
Photo credit: Fluid Imagery
At Manningham we want to ensure everyone feels supported and included. If you require any support to improve your experience, please send a confidential email to Emily Sweeney (Public Art Officer) at arts@manningham.vic.gov.au.