Join us for a free open day and celebration of 35 years of service to our community. We will have an animal petting farm, face painters, sausage sizzle and teacher led tours around our facilities.
Getting There
We are located next to The Pines Shopping Centre on the Blackburn Road side. The 906 Bus Route takes you to a bus stop at the shopping Centre with a short 4 min walk to the Preschool. There is parking onsite and if this is full, then you can park the car at the Pines Shopping Centre next door with a 2 min walk to the Preschool.
More Information
For more information contact president.deep.creek.kin@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
Mind Calm will be facilitated by group therapists and is suitable for those who are new to meditation and people who wish to explore or extend their current practice.
- Discover what mind stilling methods work for you.
- Experience mindfulness.
- Learn breathing techniques.
- Practice different types of meditation.
This event has a series of four sessions.
Getting there
Located on Doncaster Road between Westfield and the Manningham Council Civic Centre, MC2 is conveniently accessible by public transport.
There are ample parking spaces on site including 4-hour parking underneath the building. Access to level 1 via the lift or via stairs in the front foyer.
Get into the groove of summer with the Summer Sounds program at Plaza Park during February. ...
Get into the groove of summer with the Summer Sounds program at Plaza Park during February.
Including two free music events on Saturday 13 February and Saturday 27 February, the program will feature the musical talents of Nicky Bomba and the All Day Fritz.
Nicky Bomba
Saturday 13 February, 11.00 am – 3.00 pm
Bring your voice, instruments and percussion to be involved in creating something original and special with Nicky Bomba and the band.
Nicky has featured in many projects; from conducting the 30 piece Melbourne Ska Orchestra to playing drums on John Butler’s award-winning ‘Sunrise over Sea’. Nicky is passionate about involving all-comers in the music making process and celebrating its influence in our lives. The day will also feature circus skills demonstration and entertainment by Circus Oz, and a range of free family activities.
All Day Fritz
Saturday 27 February, 5.00 pm – 8.00 pm
People of all ages and abilities are invited to join Melbourne musical legends All Day Fritz for a riotous, harmonious musical free for-all. Learn a harmony, shake a maraca, dance your pants off or just sit back and enjoy the rocky, jazzy, swingy sounds of Fritz.
All Day Fritz will be joined on stage by Australia’s mass dance queen, Anna Go Go. The evening will also feature circus skills demonstration and entertainment by Circus Oz, as well as delicious food trucks.
Summer Sounds are free community events, no bookings required.
Outdoors @ MC Square Civic Plaza, 687 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
The Plaza Park Project is a joint initiative between Manningham Council and VicHealth that aims to provide opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get active, meet others and have fun.
Manningham Council is developing a masterplan for the future development and usage of Wonga Park Reserve and wants the community to get involved. ...
Manningham Council is developing a masterplan for the future development and usage of Wonga Park Reserve and wants the community to get involved.
The 7.7 hectares reserve is currently used for activities including cricket, football, netball, tennis, walking and jogging, BMX riding, play, barbecues and picnics.
The masterplan will provide clear direction for the design and development of the reserve over the next 15 years.
Manningham Mayor, Cr Michelle Kleinert said Wonga Park Reserve is the largest open space area managed by Council in the Wonga Park area.
“The reserve is a fabulous community resource that offers sporting and leisure activities unmatched in Wonga Park.”
“We want to know what is important to our community about Wonga Park Reserve and improvements that they would like made.”
Community members can have their say on the future of Wonga Park Reserve by providing feedback and ideas at Your Say Manningham.
As the project progresses, details of feedback sessions and updates will be added to this page.
The Manningham Planning Scheme has changed to better protect properties in Wonga Park from bushfire (Amendment GC 231). ...
The Manningham Planning Scheme has changed to better protect properties in Wonga Park from bushfire (Amendment GC 231).
Amendment GC 231 applies a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) to approximately 600 properties in Wonga Park.
The BMO identifies areas of high bushfire risk, that requires a bushfire risk assessment and bushfire protection measures.
If you have an existing home on your property, then no changes are required. We recommend having a bushfire survival plan during the Fire Danger Period to keep you and your family safe.
If you are planning to build a new home, then you will need to include an assessment of the bushfire risk and consider bushfire protection measures as part of your new design.
If you have a current planning permit application then we recommend you discuss the changes with your planning officer.
To check if your property is included in the amendment, view the map.
View the BMO Factsheet for further information:
Building in a BMO
If you are planning to build a new home, you will need to consider:
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The siting of the building in relation to the bushfire risk
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The design of the building for bushfire protection
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The on site water supply
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Access for emergency management vehicles
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Vegetation management
Useful links:
Prepare for the Fire Danger Period
The Country Fire Authority (CFA) has several resources and tools that provide advice on activities you can undertake to protect your property, as well as prepare your own Bushfire Survival Plan.
Now is the perfect time to create or review your Bushfire Survival Plan to minimise risk and prepare your family and home in case of bushfires and extreme weather.
You can access a range of plans and information on how to prepare your property on the CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria websites.
Make sure you understand the Fire Danger Ratings and when to act. Visit VicEmergency and download the VicEmergency app for emergency warnings and information.
Need assistance?
Call 9840 9333 or email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Construction has begun to upgrade the Disc Golf course at Ruffey Lake Park, which we expect to take around two weeks to complete. ...
Construction has begun to upgrade the Disc Golf course at Ruffey Lake Park, which we expect to take around two weeks to complete.
Disc golf is increasingly popular and has been a unique feature of Ruffey Lake Park since 2012.
It’s a social and outdoor sport offering numerous mental and physical health benefits to people of all ages. The course is usually accessible to the public with no bookings required.
This upgrade is part of the Ruffey Lake Park Landscape Masterplan and features 18 holes and new launching pads.
Although the course is closed during construction, the rest of Ruffey Lake Park is open as usual.
Manningham Council is developing this project in partnership with the Victorian Government.
National Tree Day was bigger than ever this year, with around 400 people turning up to Ruffey Lake Park to give a gift back to the environment. ...
Our National Tree Day event was bigger than ever this year, with over 400 people turning up to Ruffey Lake Park to give a gift back to the environment.
“We normally see around 200 people at this event, so this year the event really exceeded our expectations. We were blown away by the turnout and thank every community member who came along to join the fun.”, says Mayor Cr Michelle Kleinert.
Our target of 1200 seedlings were planted along the Ruffey Lake corridor, all in around 1 hour and 45 minutes. These indigenous plants will play a critical role in restoring the park’s natural environment, building a healthy understory habitat for many smaller species, including lizards and skinks.
We're proud to host this annual event, and provide all our volunteers with the necessary tools, equipment, and plants they need. We acknowledge and thank everyone who came along, including the Rotary Club of Doncaster, who provided a free sausage sizzle.
“It’s a very wholesome event. It feels good to give back, get outside and be hands-on in the dirt! I think that’s why we always see such a diverse crowd; it’s an event that everyone can enjoy.”, says Michelle.
To find out more about National Tree Day, visit Planet Ark's website.
Come and check out our new ninja warrior course at Ruffey Lake Park and get instructions on how to use it from the team at A Space. ...
Experience the thrill of our brand new ninja warrior course. Swing, climb, and conquer exciting obstacles at Ruffey Lake Park.
The ninja warrior course provides an exciting opportunity to test your physical prowess whilst having fun!
Join us for a come and try session with the team from A Space, as they explain how to use the new facilities. There will be coaches on hand to offer help and instructions, and to guide you through the obstacles.
Competitions will run throughout the session, with prizes available.
So come on down and challenge yourself, have fun, and unleash your inner warrior!
Explore a range of mindfulness and meditation techniques at Doncare's Mind Calm series.
Mind Calm will be facilitated by group therapists and is suitable for those who are new to meditation and people who wish to explore or extend their current practice.
Over four sessions, participants will learn:
- what mind stilling methods work for you
- experience mindfulness
- learn breathing techniques
- practice different types of meditation.
Getting there
Located on Doncaster Road between Westfield and the Manningham Council Civic Centre, MC2 is conveniently accessible by public transport.
There are ample parking spaces on site including 4-hour parking underneath the building. Access to level 1 via the lift or via stairs in the front foyer.
Hounds of Heide is back! ...
Hounds of Heide is back!
In collaboration with the Rose Street Artists’ Market, we have curated a selection of stalls featuring canine themed designs by cartoonist Oslo Davis, as well as an eclectic mix of art, design, and handcrafted goods.
Highlights this year include:
- a special appearance by ABC News Breakfast stars Kubrick the dog and Zak (aka film critic, film programmer and cinema manager Zak Hepburn)
- dog obedience experts
- a dog kissing booth
- face painting
- activities for children and the whole family.
Dogs must be kept on lead at all times. There is an off-lead dog park located in Banksia Park. Please ensure you clean up after your dog.
Illustration by Oslo Davis.
We want to update you on the outcome of our Council meeting held on Tuesday, 23 November 2021, regarding the road treatment options and safety measures at the western section of Arundel Road.
Manningham resolved in part to approve, ‘a partial road closure of Arundel Road west of the Knees Road intersection, (allowing emergency, truck and cycling access only), to address traffic safety concerns raised by the community’.
There was considerable community engagement and we fully appreciate the time and effort everyone took to have their say on the matter.
The partial closure of Arundel Road (west) at Knees Road intersection will provide a safe environment for pedestrians and cyclists to share the road with local traffic.
Traffic movement is not expected to be adversely impacted in the area. The road closure will allow for emergency vehicles, waste collection vehicles and trucks to continue using the road.
A temporary road closure is expected to be installed on Arundel Road (west) at the Knees Road intersection soon and the permanent closure constructed in the next few months.
We thank you once again for your participation.
For more information visit yoursay.manningham.vic.gov.au/arundel-road-closure
Have you checked out the new Pop-Up Park and Dining area at Jackson Court yet? As part of this project we have an exciting program of local performers, art activations and live music to make your Christmas season shopping and dining fun ...
Have you checked out the new Pop-Up Park and Dining area at Jackson Court yet?
As part of this project we have an exciting program of local performers, art activations and live music to make your Christmas season shopping and dining fun.
Performers this December include:
- Friday 18 December, 5.00pm to 7.00pm – PT Collis and Elf Twinkle Toes
- Saturday 19 December, 10.00am to 12 noon – Veneto Club Carols and The Toymaker Elf
- Friday 24 December 4.00pm to 6.00pm – Singing Christmas Fairy and Hayley Murphy Hula Hoops
Our Pop-Up Park at Jackson Court is one of several temporary Pop-Up Dining spaces we have installed in Manningham. Others can be found at Tunstall Square, Templestowe Village and Macedon Square.
To contribute your own ideas about places in your neighbourhood that could be activated in a similar way, and access Council funds to help you realise your idea to help your community, visit Your Say Manningham.
Manningham Council is developing a management plan for Ruffey Creek Linear Park in Templestowe and is seeking feedback from the community on how they use the park and what they would like to see for its future. ...
Manningham Council is developing a management plan for Ruffey Creek Linear Park in Templestowe and is seeking feedback from the community on how they use the park and what they would like to see for its future.
Ruffey Creek Linear Park is an open space corridor spanning three kilometres and linking Ruffey Lake Park to the Yarra River in Templestowe.
The park offers a bushland experience for pedestrians and cyclists with an off road shared path, known as Ruffey Trail, travelling the length of the linear park with the exception of two sections: along Eumeralla Avenue and between Foote and Parker streets.
The management plan is being developed to guide future development of the park, including works to complete the missing links along the shared pathway, and ensure the park responds to the local community’s needs.
The Ruffey Creek Linear Park Management Plan will incorporate recommendations from Manningham’s Open Space Strategy 2014, Bicycle Strategy 2013 and Bushland Management Strategy 2012.
Manningham Mayor Cr Jennifer Yang said the park is a popular open space area and Ruffey Trail provides a range of opportunities for residents to get active in Templestowe.
“The Ruffey Creek Linear Park Management Plan will provide a long term plan for the future of this important local park, including connections along the Ruffey Trail.
“I encourage residents and interested parties to get involved and have their say to help us develop a plan for the future of Ruffey Creek Linear Park that responds to the needs of our community,” she said
For more information and to have their say, the community is invited to complete a short survey online at www.yoursaymanningham.com.au/ruffey-creek-linear-park or call our Economic and Environmental Planning Unit on 9840 9323.
Consultation closes on Monday 14 December.
Community consultation is now open for the Westerfolds Park Paddle Sports Plan. The plan is part of a feasibility study to investigate building, on-water and landscaping components to improve paddling and community facilities at Westerfolds Park. ...
Community consultation is now open for the Westerfolds Park Paddle Sports Plan.
The plan is part of a feasibility study to investigate building, on-water and landscaping components to improve paddling and community facilities at Westerfolds Park.
It is being funded through a Community Sport Infrastructure Fund grant from the Victorian Government (through Sport and Recreation Victoria) in partnership with Manningham, Banyule and Nillumbik councils, Canoeing Victoria, Melbourne Canoe Club, Parks Victoria and Melbourne Water.
As land managers of parts of the site, Parks Victoria and Melbourne Water are key stakeholders in the project.
The proposed Westerfolds Paddle Sports Plan aims to improve facilities for park users including paddlers, Main Yarra Trail users and people participating in recreational activities.
It includes a Regional Paddle Sports Centre, and improvements to park and river access and the Main Yarra Trail at Westerfolds Park, Templestowe.
The community is encouraged to have their say to help inform the feasibility study.
Manningham Mayor, Cr Andrew Conlon said: “We want to understand the community’s needs and what facilities and improvements they would like to see.
“You can have your say online, via post or in person at one of our community information sessions at Westerfolds Park,” he said.
A major component of the proposed plan is the Regional Paddle Sports Centre. Westerfolds Park is the preferred location in the north-east region for this facility, given its existing amenities and capacity, and access to moving water.
Manningham Council CEO Warwick Winn said a new facility could include increased boat storage, multipurpose spaces, a kiosk and change facilities.
“Paddling facilities at recreational and competition levels would also provide opportunities for domestic and interstate tourism, and drive economic development,” Mr Winn said.
Canoeing Victoria Executive Mark Heggie added that it would provide improved infrastructure for canoe clubs, community recreation groups and general park users.
“The main purpose of the upgrades is to provide accessible, safe and welcoming facilities for all ages and abilities,” Mr Heggie said.
“This will result in increased participation in paddling and other recreational activities at the site.”
The feasibility study will also investigate facilities and features, including:
- boardwalks and spectator viewing areas for on-water activities
- improved river access
- improvements to the Main Yarra Trail to improve safety
- improved traffic management and car parking
- reduced detrimental impacts on the riverbank and surrounding parkland.
Consultation will close on Thursday 29 March 2018. The community will have an additional opportunity to contribute to the feasibility study in June, when further progressed detailed concepts, based on the March consultation, are exhibited.
The final report to be completed in August will include concept designs, costings and a funding advocacy plan. No funding has been sought for the delivery of the project.
For more information, visit yoursaymanningham.com.au/Westerfolds
Community information sessions, March 2018:
Westerfolds Park canoe launching area
(Vehicle entry at Fitzsimons Lane, proceed to riverside car park. Melway 33 G2)
Wednesday 14 March, 5.00pm to 7.00pm
Tuesday 20 March, 9.30am to 11.00am
Sunday 25 March, 10.00am to 2.00pm
Our beautiful parks and reserves are among our most treasured parts of Manningham, with almost 20 per cent of the entire city occupied by greenery and space for leisure and recreation....
Our beautiful parks and reserves are among our most treasured parts of Manningham, with almost 20 per cent of the entire city occupied by greenery and space for leisure and recreation.
Now we have developed a Parks Improvement Program to lay out a plan that prioritises the future renewal and upgrade of over 300 parks and reserves in Manningham over the next 20 years.
We will be investing an average of $5 million annually on improving our parks and open spaces.
In addition to improving existing parks and facilities, we are also planning a significant number of new parks or extensions to current parks to cater for the growth in population, decreasing private open space and to create walking linkages between our trails. These new parks will gradually be developed to include new playspaces, picnic and barbecue areas, paths, shared trails and revegetation.
Find out more about the key sites to be developed in your area over the next four years.
We want to update you on the outcome of our Council meeting held on Tuesday 28 September 2021. Manningham Council resolved:...
We want to update you on the outcome of our Council meeting held on Tuesday 28 September 2021.
Manningham Council resolved:
'That Council defer consideration of this item until the 23 November 2021 Council meeting to permit further investigation regarding a potential partial road closure and other safety measures on Arundel Road (west), Park Orchards.’
After listening to the differing views across the community, the decision to defer was made in order for us to receive more detailed feedback.
We have provided some background information and responded to many of the concerns raised in the previous submissions in our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and facts.
In particular, the most raised concern was about emergency services vehicles accessing Arundel Road. We can confirm that emergency services vehicles will be able to access Arundel Road, even with a road closure.
We want to ask you for information on how you use Arundel Road and what function and characteristics are important to you. We also want to hear your feedback on how safe you feel using the road and to help us understand what safety measures we may need to put in place.
Kindly refer to the FAQs for further information before you complete the survey. The survey is now open and closes 5pm, 29 October 2021.
For up to date information on Arundel Road, you can visit Proposed Closure of Arundel Road, Park Orchards on YourSay Manningham.
Manningham Council will be installing a series of nature inspired sculptures and play opportunities within Currawong Bush Park, Doncaster East, during April 2016. ...
Manningham Council will be installing a series of nature inspired sculptures and play opportunities within Currawong Bush Park, Doncaster East, during April 2016.
An action of the Mullum Mullum Creek Linear Park Management Plan 2011, the new sculptures and children’s play features will be installed at various locations along the trails within the park.
The sculptures have been designed by two different artists and are being produced using techniques of chainsaw carving and weaving.
The children’s nature play elements, such as balancing logs and rocks, will be installed, along with new planting along the trails.
The project aims to provide additional points of interest that complement the natural environment and existing trails and picnic area of Currawong Bush Park.
Works to install the new sculptures are expected to be completed by the end of May 2016.
In response to our growing population, Manningham Council is reviewing its Parking Permit Policy, inviting the community to have their say.
Manningham Mayor Cr Paula Piccinini said the draft policy aimed to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of parking permits.
“We want to ensure Manningham remains a great place to live, work and visit,” she said.
“The Policy guides on-street parking permits in residential areas as well as in local shopping strips, around schools, community facilities and construction work zones.”
Community members can view the draft policy:
- on yoursaymanningham.com.au/parking-permit
- at the Bulleen, Doncaster, The Pines or Warrandyte libraries
- at Manningham Civic Centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
Feedback received will help inform the final Parking Permit Policy.
For more information and to find out how to make a submission, visit yoursaymanningham.com.au.
Consultation will open Monday 21 January and close at 5.00pm, Monday 25 February 2019.
Celebrate the completion of Montgomery Reserve's upgrade. ...
Montgomery Reserve has had a facelift.
To celebrate the completion of Montgomery Reserve's upgrade, we're having a neighbourhood party in the park.
Please join us and your neighbours for a free coffee and cake in the new plaza.
Registrations are essential.
The draft policy has been developed following community consultation in May this year and a review of our Parking Management Policy 2014.
The policy helps us manage on-street parking and traffic movement around Manningham. It guides the selection of on-street public parking restrictions. This includes parking on your street, around schools and reserves, near public transport and at your local shops.
You can view the draft policy:
- on the Your Say Manningham website
- at the Bulleen, Doncaster, The Pines or Warrandyte libraries
- at the Manningham Civic Centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
- at the Manningham Council Depot, 620-628 Blackburn Road, Doncaster East.
To provide your comments online or by mail to Engineering and Technical Services, Manningham Council, PO Box 1, Doncaster, Victoria 3108
Consultation closes at 5.00pm on Tuesday 18 September.