Tunstall Square Market is located at Tunstall Square Shopping Centre, corner Doncaster and Tunstall Road, Doncaster East. The market is held on the last Sunday of the month from 8.00am to 1.00pm.
Tunstall Square Market has up to 100 stalls selling an eclectic mix of items from plants, clothing and crafts direct to the public.
For more information visit the Rotary Club of Warrandyte/Donvale.
Markets run throughout the year in different locations across Manningham. Find one near you.
We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste.
To celebrate Plastic Free July, we'll be popping up at our local activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use plastics.
Come along and say hello!
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.
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.
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.
From boardrooms, to meeting spaces with all the audio visual, kitchen and accessibility requirements, find a space that suits you.
At Tunstall Maternal and Child Health Centre we offer free support to families with children. Discover our opening hours and how to get there.
Appointment bookings are required.
To make a booking, or if you have any questions about your appointment, please contact us on 9840 9188 between 9.00am and 4.00pm weekdays or email mchadmin@manningham.vic.gov.au.
For more information, view Book a Maternal and Child Health appointment.
Tunstall Rd, Doncaster East VIC 3109 (Corner of Maggs Street and Russell Crescent)
We are located next to Tunstall Square Preschool. Enter at gate on Maggs Street or from car park on Russell Street.
By car
By bus
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.
To request a booking, visit the Manningham Function Centre website.
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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
MC Square Civic Plaza offers a range of flexible rooms that are well equipped and ideal for meetings.
Up to 10 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 1, the Warrandyte room can seat up to 10 people. It adjoins the Donvale room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 20 people.
14 guests in theatre style
Located on level 1, the Donvale room adjoins the Warrandyte room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 20 people.
40 guests in theatre style
Located on level 2, the Doncaster room adjoins the Templestowe room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 60 people theatre style.
20 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 2, the Templestowe room has panoramic views to the north.
It adjoins the Doncaster room and can be hired together and opened up to create one large space to seat 60 people theatre style.
14 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 2, ideal for small meetings.
Studio 4 can open into Studio 5 for a larger space for up to 28 people.
14 guests seated in boardroom style
Located on level 2, ideal for small meetings.
Studio 5 can open into Studio 4 for a larger space for up to 28 people.
50 guests
Located on level 2.
This is a built for purpose dance studio with parquetry flooring, ballet bar and ceiling to floor mirrors.
(Prices as at 1st July 2024)
| Community | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|
| Warrandyte room | $24 per hour | $29 per hour |
| Donvale room | $24 per hour | $29 per hour |
| Donvale and Warrandyte rooms | $29 per hour | $34 per hour |
| Doncaster or Templestowe rooms | $29 per hour | $34 per hour |
| Doncaster and Templestowe room | $34 per hour | $45 per hour |
| Studio 4 | $25 per hour | $31 per hour |
| Studio 5 | $18 per hour | $24 per hour |
| Studio 4 and Studio 5 | $29 per hour | $34 per hour |
| Studio 6 (dance) | $31 per hour | $56 per hour |
Council can provide public liability insurance at $26.
Jump to the pricing table for each room with split pricing for community or commercial hire.
Contact our friendly staff with your questions on 9840 9458 or venues@manningham.vic.gov.au.
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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
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:
Many of our reserves offer sporting facilities such as:
These are available for community use and no bookings are required.
| Reserve | Suburb | Facility |
|---|---|---|
| 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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We can all participate in the movement to minimise waste.
To celebrate Plastic Free July, we'll be popping up at our local activity centres to chat with visitors about how we can all continue reducing our waste and in particular, single-use plastics.
Come along and say hello!
Our play based learning values individual children’s needs, strengths and interests. We've a flexible and fun approach to learning. Our curriculum includes planned experiences and opportunities for unplanned learning.
Using emergent curriculum, we focus on children’s unique interests and abilities to help them develop. We have 3 rooms grouped according to age.
| Age | Description | No. of places |
|---|---|---|
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0 to 2 years old |
In our 0 to 2 age group, we plan experiences and routines for engagement and learning. We give varied learning experiences which help children to connect to their environment and people. For all young children, a sense of security and attachment is important. We have a specific focus on helping children feel safe and be confident in a new environment. |
8 places each day. |
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2 to 3 years old |
In our 2 to 3 age group we extend children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Children get to work in small groups and develop their sharing and cooperation skills. We encourage some independent skills, but it’s balanced with being mindful of the wider community. |
8 places each day. |
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3 to 5 years old |
In our 3 to 5 year age group is full of exploration and engagement. We encourage self-selection of learning materials that follow individual interests, while also practising intentional teaching. We work with children on projects, extending their ideas and understanding of the world. |
22 places each day. |
Using a positive approach to behaviour guidance, we focus on understanding everyone’s rights. This helps us be inclusive while making sure everyone feels safe.
We initiate discussion and will respond to any of your concerns. We’ll work with you to develop a behaviour guidance plan if necessary. It’ll outline strategies that we can implement in the centre, and at home to guide behaviour.
Our qualified educators invest time and energy getting to know each child. They also communicate with you, so we can work towards shared goals.
We also have extra educators who cover:
Our educator to children ratio will always meet the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care.
Interested in enrolling your child? Apply now to be added to our waitlist at MC Square.
Apply now
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:
Looking for a fun way to get active and enjoy the great outdoors? Look no further.
Whitehorse Manningham Libraries are hosting free events during This girl can week. Community members can try out a variety of outdoor games that can be borrowed from the library.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover the joy of outdoor games and experience the benefits of physical activity in a casual and fun environment.
The library's outdoor games collection includes classics like badminton, egg and spoon race as well as modern favourites like giant tumble towers, Finska and Spikeball.
Whether you're a seasoned player or a complete beginner, there's something for everyone to enjoy - come down and have a go!
#ManninghamGirlsCan
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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
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:
Redeveloped in 2016, Aquarena offers:
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:
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).
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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
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.
