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To view planning zones across Manningham, use the zoom in and zoom out icons or use the scroll on your mouse to view planning zones on each property.
How to find planning overlays
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How to find planning applications
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Select Planning Applications from the menu.
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How to view the MelbWater overlay
Melbourne Water has designated land under Regulation 806 for proposed works/structures that may affect Melbourne Water's waterways and/or assets.
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Choose the MelbWater Reg154 layer. The map will change to reflect the overlay on each property.
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Application checklist
Your application should include:
- Resume
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- Key Selection Criteria
When are the closing dates?
Applications close at 5.00pm (AEDT) on the closing date, unless otherwise stated. After this time you will be unable to submit an application online. We are unable to accept late applications.
How to apply
We only accept applications online. To start the process, follow the step below:
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We only accept applications made through our online recruitment system. Unfortunately, we can't accept applications by email.
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What happens after you apply?
Our recruitment process aims to give you an equal opportunity to show your suitability for a position. We have an objective and comprehensive selection process and all appointments are based on merit.
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Application is submitted and an acknowledgement email is sent.
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Short listed applicants are contacted, which may include a phone interview.
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Pre-employment screening is undertaken, which includes:
- reference checking
- National Criminal History Check (Police Check)
- VEVO/Work Right Check
- psychometric testing (for selected positions)
- pre-employment medical (for selected positions)
- Working With Children Check (for selected positions)
- proof of COVID-19 vaccinations
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Unsuccessful applicants are contacted (usually by email).
View current job vacancies
Kickstart your journey with us and view the available roles, here at Manningham.
Wetherby Retarding Basin Reserve was purchased by Council for the purposes of creating a stormwater retarding basin.
A path connects the Wetherby Road entrance to the Coolibah Street entrance.
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How to find suburbs
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How to find activity and shopping centres
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How to find Capital Works
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How to find Maternal and Child Health centres
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A pop-up will appear on the bottom of the screen, which will show the Maternal and Child Health centre assigned to the property address
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How to find immunisation sessions
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How to find childcare and kindergartens
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How to find retirement villages
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The retirement villages will appear on the map. Select a location from the list on the left to view more details.
How to find libraries
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How to find council venues for hire
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How to find sports stadiums for hire
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How to find parks, parks with dog off lead areas and reserves
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The role of Council policies is to clearly state our position on a range of matters affecting the community. These policies assist us in our decision making and provide guidance to Council officers.
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Child Safe policy
Our commitment to building a culture of child safety recognises that Manningham Council will prioritise the safety of children in our care and will build child safety into everyday practice.
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Procurement Policy
Find out more about Manningham’s procurement policy. We’re always looking for suppliers who practice fairness and are technologically innovative.
Husseys Reserve is leased by Council to Wyena Horse and Pony Club for cross country horse riding activities to complement their ménage facilities at nearby Colman Park.
Along the Andersons Creek side of the reserve is the Grandview Road Biosite 12 which forms part of the wildlife corridor extending from Warrandyte State Park.
Places and spaces
- Wyena Horse and Pony Club
- Bushland
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.
We’re delivering for our community with an operating budget of $155 million to deliver more than 100 valuable services for our community.
Highlights from the 2024/25 Budget
- a $55 million capital works program
- freezing the waste service charge well below the 4.80 per cent increase in the cost of waste services to Council
- financial hardship provisions including rates rebates for Low Income (LI) Health Care Card holders
- $2.25 million for community grants and contributions programs
- continued financial support to agencies that provide emergency relief to those in need in our community
- funding for the provision of food relief for those in need in the community
- subsidies for school holiday programs
- an average general rate increase in line with the State Government’s rate cap of 2.75 per cent.
Council Plan
We're delivering on our Council Plan. This includes:
- $21 million for a healthy community
- $40 million for liveable places and spaces
- $19 million for a resilient environment
- $6 million for a vibrant prosperous economy
- $33 million for a well governed Council
More information at Manningham Council Budget Delivered.
Manningham Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the Traditional Owners of the land and waterways now known as Manningham.
Council pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging, and values the ongoing contribution to enrich and appreciate the cultural heritage of Manningham.
Council acknowledges and respects Australia’s First Peoples as Traditional Owners of lands and waterways across Country, and encourages reconciliation between all.
Manningham Council values the contribution made to Manningham over the years by people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
The following information has been written in consultation with the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation.
The role of local government in Reconciliation
Local Government plays a key role in activating Reconciliation within local communities by:
- playing a leadership role in creating meaningful relationships
- recognising and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander self-determination and cultural rights
- building understanding of our shared history
- celebrating, recognising and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritages
- providing our local community and the education sector with an opportunity to take an active part in the process of Reconciliation
- offering public programs, projects and events
- providing accessible services; and
- being a proactive employer and procurer of services.
Council articulates how this can be achieved through a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
Manningham Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
The Manningham Innovate RAP 2023-25 has been developed in partnership with Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Corporation, local First Nations peoples, local residents, Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group and Reconciliation Australia.
Council is committed to fostering respect for and understanding of First Nations cultures, histories, knowledge and rights throughout our organisation and the municipality.
The Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group will monitor the implementation of the RAP along with Reconciliation Australia.
In 2019, Council established regular Cultural Consultations with Elders and staff of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation (the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Corporation).
As the Registered Aboriginal Party for Manningham, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Corporation plays a key role in decision making for and protection of cultural heritage and as such are recognised as the primary guardians, keepers and knowledge holders of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.
The regular Cultural Consultations with Elders provide Council with an opportunity to ensure our projects, services and systems work towards progressing reconciliation.
First Nations history in Manningham
The East Kulin Nation have lived in the area now known as Melbourne, for more than 65,000 years harnessing the rich resources of the Yarra River and surrounding bush lands and ranges. Part of the East Kulin Nation are the Wurundjeri people who spoke the Woi-wurrung language who are the Traditional Owners of Manningham.
Wurundjeri people called the Yarra River "Birrarung" – 'river of mists and shadows'. The Birrarung was central to the traditional Country of the Wurundjeri willam people. Throughout Manningham, Wurundjeri people lived near the Birrarung and its tributaries, caring for the many culturally significant places in the area. The Yarra Flats in Manningham are associated with the accomplishments of creation ancestors and spiritual beings. Bolin Bolin Billabong in Bulleen was an important living and eel fishing area, a place which Wurundjeri people requested for their reserved use in 1840. It remained an important living area and visiting place for Wurundjeri people returning from lyrebird hunting in the Yarra Ranges into the 1850s.
For thousands of years the Wurundjeri nurtured and protected this land and its creation stories, and in return, enjoyed the highest standards of living, health and wellbeing. The river was plentiful with teeming wildfowl in the wetlands of Bulleen, continual harvests in the fish traps, and freshwater mussel farms along the Yarra. The Stringybark and Manna Gum forests also provided abundant game and bush tucker for a population of several hundred people.
The Wurundjeri people shared the same belief system as the East Kulin Nation. The creation period stretches back to when the creation ancestors and spirit beings travelled across the land, creating and naming as they went.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's oral tradition and religious values are based upon reverence for the land, and a belief in the creation period. The social moiety division and associated spiritual beings of the Woi-wurrung speaking people were Bunjil the wedge-tailed eagle and Waa the crow. Wurundjeri people were of the Waa moiety. During the creation period, Bunjil is their ancestor responsible for the creation of earth and men. Pallian the bat is their ancestor responsible for the creation of water and women. Waa was the protector of humankind.
Some very famous Wurundjeri people are associated with Manningham. In particular, William Barak and Simon Wonga who were both leaders of their community and have descendants still living in the region, some of whom are now Senior Elders themselves.
First Nations cultural heritage places in Manningham
First nations cultural heritage places relate to a particular place that's considered to be a sacred or historically important place for First Peoples. However, it should be noted that not all First Peoples cultural heritage places hold significance to the Wurundjeri community. Within Manningham, we have more than 90 sites of Wurundjeri significance, some of which are the most significant within regional Melbourne. These sites include burial or birthing sites, trading places, travelling pathways, campsites and ceremonial sites, gathering places, mission sites, reserves, and places where conflict took place. Archaeological evidence or artefacts verify where such sites exist within Manningham, as well as stories passed down from generations of Wurundjeri Elders.
Wurundjeri Stories Trail at Pound Bend
Pound Bend Tunnel Reserve, Warrandyte State Park, Pound Bend Road Warrandyte
Wurundjeri Stories is a fascinating and beautifully presented interpretive signage trail at Pound Bend that explores the Wurundjeri history, culture, traditional life, spirituality, events and the people linked to this sacred site.
There are seven signs, each containing in-depth historical accounts presented by a Wurundjeri working group, with stunning artwork and historical photographs, following a flat 1km riverside path, which walkers may wish to continue along the 3.5km River Walk or Loop Walk. Each sign features a section entitled ‘Bunjil’s Challenge’ which encourages walkers to explore the local surrounds in search of key features such as bush tucker, and to consider traditional lifestyle scenarios, making the trail an incredibly engaging, thought provoking and interactive experience.
Wurundjeri Stories is ideal for the casual walker, organised school and pre-school excursions, community groups and a ceremonial space for special Wurundjeri events. Groups are able to arrange for a Wurundjeri Elder or Educator to lead their organised excursion to the site.
A Wurundjeri Stories interpretive sign is also located at Wittons Reserve in Wonga Park, which shares the Wurundjeri history of this site, considered to be Sacred Women’s Country. The sign marks the beginning of the scenic Mount Lofty walk, a section of the Wurundjeri Songline route, the major Wurundjeri travelling route to the Yarra Valley.
For more information about the trail content, or to organise an Elder please contact the Wurundjeri Tribe Council at reception@wurundjeri.com.au or phone 9416 2905.
Resources to support your visit to Wurundjeri Stories at Pound Bend:
First Nations Resources
Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country
Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country are important ways to recognise and respect Traditional Owners.
A Welcome to Country can only be performed by an Elder from the traditional custodial tribe. The Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation is the nominated Registered Aboriginal Party for Manningham, and as such all request for Welcome to Country ceremonies held within Manningham should be directed to the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Corporation. A Welcome to Country is a paid service and can be arranged by submitting an online booking request form.
An Acknowledgement of Country is a statement a speaker makes at the beginning of an event to acknowledge the traditional owners.
You can find out more about an Acknowledgement of Country at the Reconciliation Australia Website.
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Our purpose
Through innovation and technology, our Liveability, Innovation and Technology (LIT) Committee aims to:
- improve liveability
- public value.
By connecting people, places and assets.
Our role
Our LIT Committee is represented by a councillor and community members who meet the following criteria:
- have an interest and knowledge in innovation and technology and how it applies to liveability
- live or work in Manningham
- can regularly attend and participate in meetings
- has skills that compliments the committee.
Who are our members
If you meet the above criteria, you can nominate to be a community member on our LIT committee for a three year term.
We'll choose cross section of the community that best represents our diversity.
Unfortunately, we are currently not taking nominations. Follow our news channel and local media for when we advertise calls for nominations.
When do we meet?
LIT meets at least four times a year, on a quarterly basis.
What is the appointment process?
- We will advertise calls for nominations in local media and on our news channels.
- From the nominations received, we will select community members who best meet the selection criteria to join our committee for three years. Members can renominate to join the committee after their term ends.
How to contact us
If you have any questions, contact us.
An Interpreter Service is available by phoning 9840 9355.
Tuscany Reserve has been developed by local residents with Council support. A concept plan has been prepared for the reserve that reflects its function as a valuable conservation area.
Places and spaces
- Bushland Reserve, nature appreciation
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 valuation process
All properties in Victoria are valued on 1 January each year.
Valuations are not done by councils. Valuations are completed by certified practising valuers on behalf of the Valuer-General Victoria (VGV).
Valuations are then provided to councils to use for the calculation of rates.
How valuers calculate property valuations
Valuers must return three valuations of each property which are:
- Capital Improved Value (CIV).
- Site Value, which relates to the market value of land only.
- Net Annual Value, which is the current value of the property’s net annual rent. This is set at five per cent for residential properties, but could be higher for commercial assessments.
For more information about property valuations, please go to the Victorian Government's website.
How to lodge a valuation objection
If you believe that the valuation does not reflect market value of your property at 1 January of the relevant year, you may lodge an objection.
For more information about lodging an objection, please go to the Victorian Government's Rating valuation objections portal.
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Prepare your documentation
Prior to lodging an objection, you will need to have a current annual valuation and rates notice or a supplementary valuation and rates notice.
- The annual valuation and rates notice is issued in August each year.
- Supplementary valuation notices are issued during the year if there is a change to your valuation.
Your objection must be submitted within two months of the issue date of the valuation and rates notice.
The issue date is located in the top right hand corner of your Rate Notice above the property ID
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Lodge an objection
To make an objection:
Please contact us if you require a hardcopy form.
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Continue to pay your instalment
You will still need to pay your rate instalment.
You are still required to pay the rate instalment/s by the due date/s, even if you have lodged a formal valuation objection.
If payment is not made by the due date/s, you will incur penalty interest charges.
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Amendments to the rate amount
If there is an adjustment to the valuation, there will be an amendment to the rate amount and you will receive a refund if there is a credit.
You can find out the statutory requirements and obligations within the Valuation of Land Act 1960 and the Valuation of Land Regulations 2014.
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Our purpose
The Open Space and Streetscape Advisory Committee provides strategic advice on open space and streetscape issues.
Our role
The objectives of the committee is the promotion of our open spaces and streetscapes to ensure that they’re:
- accessible
- well designed
- properly managed.
Who are our members
Our community members will be residents and also have:
- demonstrated interest in open space or streetscape issues
- personal, professional and community networks
- an understanding in strategic decision making
- prior experience working on committees.
One community member will have open space planning qualifications. While, 2 members will have proven knowledge of managing, planning and use relating to Ruffey Lake Park.
Membership will be up to 3 years and advertising for nominations will be in the Manningham Leader.
There’ll be up to 7 community members on the committee.
When do we meet
We meet quarterly.
How you apply
Send a completed nomination form to Paul Goodison, eepadmin@manningham.vic.gov.au
Post a completed nomination form to Manningham City Council, PO Box 1 Doncaster VIC 3108.
https://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/file/15971/download
https://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/file/15966/download
Manningham Demographics
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census data from 2021 is now available for use by our community, local service providers, community groups and anyone else interested in effectively planning for the future.
For a snapshot of the latest statistics and demographic population data, use the .id toolkit, including:
- Community Profile: Population facts and characteristics with comparisons over time and with other areas.
- Population Forecast: Outlines the factors driving population change in the community and how the population, age structure and household types will change each year.
- Social Atlas: Maps that show how particular population groups are distributed across the municipality.
The Manningham Community Profile provides demographic analysis for Manningham and its suburbs based on results from the 2021, 2016, 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing.
The Manningham population and household forecasts highlight the factors driving population change in the community and how the population, age structure, and household types will change each year between 2021 and 2036.
These forecasts were updated in December 2022 by .id, the population experts, on behalf of Manningham Council.
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For economy, jobs and business data, use REMPLAN. REMPLAN provides information on local employment, workers, industries and tourism in Manningham.
Download the demographic fact sheets below to find out more information about the Manningham population, including:
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State of the City and Health Needs Analysis 2020 report
The State of the City and Health Needs Analysis 2020 is a research report that provides an overview of Manningham’s health, wellbeing, environment and economy.
Based on data from more than 60 sources, the report presents a picture of Manningham before the COVID-19 pandemic. The report provides an eight to 10 year view of how Manningham has changed since the last State of the City report was published in 2013 and is a baseline from which to measure the impact of the pandemic on our community.
The data sets analysed in the State of the City and Health Needs Analysis 2020 were used to assess Manningham against the health priority areas contained in the Victorian Public Health and Wellbeing Plan (VPHWP) 2019-2023. This health needs analysis has been undertaken to help inform the development of our Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2021-2025, which is Council’s Municipal Health and Wellbeing Plan. The following data fact sheets were produced on the six VPHWP health priority areas that are most relevant to Manningham.
The Freedom of Information Act 1982 (‘FOI Act’) provides a general right of access to documents held by Manningham Council.
You can request access to:
- documents about your personal affairs, regardless of the age of the documents
- any other documents which were created on or after 1 January 1989.
Before submitting a Freedom Of Information (FOI) application
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Check if you can get the documents or information you need through Council or other agencies.
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Search our website to see if the information you seek is available. Contact us if you can't find what you are looking for.
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Read our Freedom of Information (FOI) Part II statement
The Freedom of Information (FOI) Part II statement provides you with:
- a summary of Council’s powers and functions
- the types of documents and information we hold
- the ways you can access this information.
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Contact the Freedom of Information Officer
If you still cannot locate the information you seek, contact the Freedom of Information Officer at FOI@manningham.vic.gov.au.
In some instances, we may be able to provide you with the information you seek without going through the formal process.
Please note: If you need documents for a court hearing or litigation, speak to your legal adviser about other methods available to gain access in those circumstances.
How to make a FOI request
All FOI requests must be in writing.
You can submit a FOI request yourself, or you can authorise someone (e.g. a solicitor) to make the request on your behalf.
It is important that you provide an accurate description of the documents you are seeking to access. Requests must be for specific documents or groups of documents, not 'all documents' in a broad category. Try to identify a relevant timeframe and the type/s of documents you seek access to.
Your application must include:
- a clear description of the documents you seek access to
- a non-refundable application fee of $32.70 (from 1 July 2024), or
- proof that you qualify to have the application fee waived, such as a current pension card or health care card in your name
- we can provide an invoice for electronic and online payments
- proof of your identity, such as drivers’ licence, if the documents are about your personal affairs
- your written authorisation if a legal firm is submitting the request on your behalf
- your contact details, including telephone number and email address. We may need to contact you if we have any queries about your application.
While not mandatory, you can use our FOI application form as a guide.
How to submit a FOI request
You can submit your FOI request in any of the following ways:
By email
You can submit a written FOI request via email to: manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.
We will send you an invoice for the application fee.
By post
You can send a written FOI request by post to:
The Freedom of Information Officer
Manningham Council
PO Box 1
Doncaster VIC 3108
You can pay the application fee by including a cheque payable to ‘Manningham City Council' with your request. If you don't include a cheque, we will send you an invoice for the application fee.
In person
You can submit your FOI application form and pay the application fee in person at our customer service centre.
We are located at the Manningham Civic Centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster.
You can pay by cash, cheque, money order, credit or debit card.
FOI fees and charges
As well as an application fee of $32.70, there are costs to access documents. The charges are made under the Freedom of Information (Access Charges) Regulations 2014.
Search charges
$24.495 per hour or part thereof.
Inspection supervision charges
$24.495 per hour, calculated per quarter hour or part thereof.
Miscellaneous charges
- photocopying - 20 cents per black and white A4 page
- access in a form other than photocopying - the reasonable costs incurred by the agency in providing the copy
- providing written document - the reasonable costs incurred by the agency in providing the written document
- written transcript of a tape - the reasonable costs incurred by the agency in providing the written transcript.
What happens after you make a request?
Once we have received a request, we will review the request to ensure it meets the validity requirements of the FOI Act.
If there are any issues with the request, we will contact you to attempt to resolve those issues.
Some reasons we may contact you include:
- to seek payment of the application fee
- to seek clarification of the terms of your request.
Once the request is valid, we will process your request in accordance with the FOI Act.
How long does it take to process a FOI request?
Council has 30 days from the date of receiving a valid request to decide on whether to release the documents.
Please note: the decision timeframe outlined above may change or be extended as we process your request. This may occur for the following reasons:
- under section 21 of the FOI Act, the time period may be extended
- an additional 15 days if it is determined that mandatory third-party consultation is required when considering certain exemptions under the FOI Act
- up to an additional 30 days with your agreement
- if it is determined under section 22 of the FOI Act, that you are required to pay an access charges deposit, on account of the access charges estimate being $50 or more
- payment of this deposit will reset the initial 30-day timeframe, restarting it from the day on which the deposit payment is received by us.
We will notify you if there is a change to the decision timeframe and the reasons for it.
Are there documents that can’t be requested?
The FOI Act outlines certain exceptions and exemptions where Council may refuse access to certain information contained in documents. These documents are often referred to as 'exempt documents'.
We will review any requested documents and decide if the information contained in the documents can be released. In some cases, we may refuse access to an entire document or give you access to a document with the exempt information deleted.
Examples of exemptions include:
- internal working documents, where it would be against public interest to disclose
- law enforcement documents
- documents covered by legal privilege (e.g., legal advice)
- documents containing personal information of other people
- documents containing information provided to Council in confidence
- documents containing information from a business
- documents covered by secrecy provisions in other legislation.
If we decide to refuse access to some or all documents, we will tell you about that decision and the reasons why. We will also tell you of your review rights.
Ask for a review
You must request a review within 28 days of receiving the decision letter.
If you are not satisfied with our decision on access, you can ask for a review. You can do this by contacting the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner.
You can ask for a review in any of the following ways:
By post
Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner
PO Box 24274
Melbourne Victoria 3001
By phone
1300 006 842
By email
Online
Manningham Council uses social media to engage and keep the community up to date with the latest news and upcoming events in Manningham. We welcome and encourage your feedback and look forward to your comments, stories and experiences.
Monitoring
Content posted on Manningham City Council’s social media accounts are monitored during business hours of 8.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). We aim to respond to general posts within 24 hours and within two days for more complex issues. If posts relate to personal or complex issues, we will request to continue communicating offline with the person making the post. If you have an urgent enquiry, please call Council on 9840 9333.
Moderation and Etiquette
To ensure that Manningham Council’s social media accounts are useful and engaging tools for residents, please respect these guidelines:
Do
- Give us your feedback, stories, opinions and experiences
- Stay on topic
- Remember that social media is a public forum, and comments are searchable
- Treat others with respect whether they are an individual or an organisation
- Read relevant material before posting
- Send a personal message to Manningham Council if you wish to advise us of yours or others personal information.
Don’t
By using this page you agree to not post any of the following:
- Comments that are vulgar, obscene, hurtful, abusive, threatening or contain indecent language or images
- Comments that promotes or fosters discrimination on the basis of race, gender, religion, age, nationality, sexuality or disability
- Comments that violate another individual’s privacy, or breaches copyright laws
- Comments that are considered spam with repeated posts. Please allow equal opportunity for the community to engage on the Council Facebook page
- Comments that are overtly political
- Comments that are defamatory. It is acceptable to voice legitimate concerns or grievances, but unacceptable to badmouth or engage in abuse of a person or service
- Material that advocates or discusses illegal activity, with the intent to commit them
- Comments that are a direct advertisement for a business or commercial operation
- Post your or others personal details as a public post.
Posts which ignore these guidelines will be removed and continual breaches will be reported. Please note that the comments expressed by the public on this site do not reflect the opinions and position of Manningham Council or its staff and Councillors. If you are unhappy about anything which you see anywhere on our site, contact us.
Paterson Reserve provides pedestrian access between Macedon Road and Glenair Court.
The attractively landscaped reserve has been referred to in recent Council documentation as Glenair Reserve. However, in 1964 Council resolved that the reserve would be named Paterson Reserve after the family who originally owned the land.
Suitable age group: 1 to 7 years
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.
Tindals Wildflower Reserve is a special remnant of significant bushland featuring native orchids. Council will preserve the natural habitat and biodiversity to ensure the long term integrity of the area is protected.
The reserve has value and provides interest to plant specialty groups, photographers, naturalists, artists and the general public for nature appreciation and environmental education, and is used in research projects on flora.
Places and spaces
- Wildflowers
- Bushland
Please don't bring your dog
The reserve is a designated dog and cat prohibited area due to the ecological values, including the fenced area of Diane Court Bushland.
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 Local Government Act 2020 is what we use in developing a procurement policy that benefits the community.
From our suppliers, we seek:
- open and fair competition that provides value for money
- clear guidelines to allow consistency and control
- demonstrated accountability to our community
- ethical behaviour
- the best outcomes for our community.
We’re always looking for suppliers who practice fairness and are also technologically innovative.
For further information, or to speak to someone in our Procurement team, please contact us via email at procurement@manningham.vic.gov.au.
The Community Grant Program supports groups delivering programs and activities that benefits the community. Our goal is to develop partnerships with not-for-profit groups and organisations that enriches the area and share our vision.
Who can apply for a grant
There’s five grant categories each with their own goals, values and timing.
Grant applicants must be either:
- A not-for-profit constituted body such as an incorporated association or a company by limited guarantee.
- An incorporated organisation supported by a not-for-profit organisation and able to accept legal and financial responsibility for the project.
- A school.
They must also meet eligibility criteria for the grant category.
How to apply
Choose one of the grant categories below to find out how to apply.
Grant category and purpose | Funding allocation | Timing |
---|---|---|
Achieve longer term community and cultural development outcomes through strategic partnerships that respond to our priorities and directions. | Up to $50,000 per year to a total of $200,000 over four years. | Every four years. |
Achieve community development outcomes that respond to the needs of our diverse community. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Annually in February. |
Support activities that provide opportunities to participate in arts, culture and heritage. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Annually in February. |
Support community led festivals and events that attract visitors to Manningham and activates key locations. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Annually in February. |
Improve the health and quality of life of older adults by working in partnership with community organisations. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Applications open Monday 3 June and close Friday 5 July 2024. |
Promotes social connection through programs and activities that have positive health and wellbeing outcomes for Manningham’s ageing community. | Up to $8,000 per year. | Applications open Monday 5 August and close on Wednesday 4 September 2024. |
Support community strengthening initiatives and enhance the quality of life of Manningham residents. | Community Strengthening category: Up to $3,000. Equipment Purchase category: Up to $1,500 as a 50 per cent co-contribution of the total cost of equipment. | Applications can be submitted all year and are assessed quarterly. |
Grant writing training and online resources
We hold yearly Community Grant information sessions and grant writing workshops to help organisations and community groups apply for a community grant.
Sessions are held in February each year, but you can also access the recorded presentations below.
Community Grant Information Session
Watch the presentation below to find out all about the Community Grant program.
Need help with your application?
Current grant recipients
Community Partnership Grants 2022 - 2025 (year two - 2023)
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation for year two 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2023 |
---|---|---|
CareNet Ltd |
Food Collective Manningham |
$50,000 |
Doncaster Community Care and Counselling Centre (Doncare) |
Healthy Young Men's (HYM) Program |
$50,000 |
Eastern Community Legal Centre |
Promoting legal and social wellbeing in Manningham |
$50,000 |
Eastern Volunteers |
Manningham Youth Employment Pathways Program |
$50,000 |
Heide Museum of Modern Art |
Cultural and Community Connection at Heide |
$30,000 |
Kevin Heinze Grow |
Using nature as a supportive environment |
$48,750 |
Lions Club of Park Orchards |
Park Orchards Community Carols |
$6,053 |
Living and Learning at Ajani Inc |
Let's Connect |
$25,000 |
Manningham Musicians Association |
Manningham Concert Band Program |
$17,373 |
Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre |
Community Connection and Engagement for ALL |
$40,000 |
Pensioners Association of Bulleen and Templestowe Inc |
Together We Move Forward |
$15,000 |
Pines Learning Inc |
Linking together through connection and community engagement |
$25,000 |
Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc (REAL) |
REAL Pathways |
$33,071 |
Rotary Club of Templestowe |
Manningham Family Festival |
$12,000 |
The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc |
Positive Ageing Program for Chinese seniors |
$36,513 |
The Onemda Association |
Onemda Community Cafe Program |
$48,694 |
The Pottery Expo |
The Pottery Expo at Warrandyte |
$25,000 |
Victorian Skateboard Association Inc |
Manningham Skate Park Activation Project |
$20,000 |
VP Community Holdings Ltd |
Healthy food accessibility and education |
$50,000 |
Warrandyte Community Church |
Warrandyte Community Carols |
$7,400 |
Warrandyte Festival Committee |
Warrandyte Festival |
$50,000 |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House |
Mind, Body, Community: building community health, social connection and wellbeing. |
$40,000 |
Women's Friendship Group Inc |
Friendship |
$8,000 |
Women's Health East |
Taking action to combat racism and support Manningham Chinese communities |
$49,200 |
Wonga Park Community Cottage |
Accessing and connecting with community life in Wonga Park |
$40,000 |
Arts Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Doncaster Templestowe Artists Society |
Six open workshop days by different award winning artists |
$3,550 |
The Onemda Association |
Art and the Extra-Ordinary |
$14,850 |
Festival and Events Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Beverley Hills Junior Football Club |
Manningham District Girls Football Carnival |
$4,000 |
Community Music and Performances Inc |
Jazz In The Park: a free community event for everyone |
$5,000 |
Heide Museum of Modern Art |
Yaluk Langa Community Day 2024 |
$13,052 |
Manningham United Blues Football Club |
Manningham Junior Girls Cup (football tournament) |
$15,000 |
Rotary Club of Templestowe |
Electric Vehicle Expo and seminars |
$12,500 |
Trevisani Nel Mondo Melbourne Inc |
Trevisani Nel Mondo Melbourne 50 Anniversary Celebration |
$5,000 |
Warrandyte Senior Citizen Club |
MEHREGAN Celebration |
$3,800 |
Community Development Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
CareNet Ltd |
CareNet digital transformation for better community food security outcomes |
$19,960 |
Chinese Health Foundation of Australia |
Hearts-in-Hands II - Rebuilding self-esteem after family violence |
$15,000 |
Chrisalis Foundation |
Let's Move Together |
$5,360 |
Doncaster Bowling Club |
Try-Bowls programs for women and girls |
$3,140 |
Intertwine Pty Ltd |
Fuse Pilot Program |
$15,000 |
La Trobe University |
Shared reading for wellbeing for adults of all ages |
$8,800 |
Manningham Christian Centre |
Safer community and stronger people: Helping the community build community |
$10,830 |
Sport and Life Training Ltd |
Mental health wellbeing training |
$20,000 |
The Trustee for Raise Foundation |
Raise Youth Mentoring Program - Templestowe College |
$11,000 |
The Water Well Project Ltd |
Improving the health and wellbeing of CALD communities |
$10,320 |
Warrandyte Basketball Association |
Female basketball programs (Girls Got Game) |
$8,000 |
Manningham Community Fund (Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation)
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Chrisalis Foundation |
Let's Move Together |
$2,472 |
Manningham Inclusive Community Housing Inc (MICH) |
Affordable Home Facilitator |
$19,303 |
Small Grants - Round 3
Organisation Name | Project Title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Beverley Hills Junior Football Club | Onemda & Beverley Hills Annual Football Skills & Exercise Program | $3,000 |
Cass Care Ltd | Let's Crotchet Together | $2,086 |
Chrisalis Foundation | Get Fit At Aquarena | $3,000 |
Koonung Bushwalking Club | First Aid Training For Bushwalk Leaders | $2,100 |
Manningham Uniting Church | Musical Event: Music for a Warming World | $1,600 |
Marcellin Old Collegians Cricket Club | FrogBox streaming purchase | $1,100 |
Nakisa Malakooti- auspice Access Health and Community | Health and Wellness series for Carers respite (10-12 week series) | $3,000 |
Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre Incorporated | Cleaning Up | $942 |
Park Orchards Football Netball Club | Footballs & Netballs | $780 |
Persian Happy Family Inc | Nowruz / Harmony Day Event 2024 | $2,500 |
Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure REAL Inc | REAL Rhythm | $2,000 |
Serpell Tennis Club Inc | Tennis Light Pole Pads | $1,253 |
Veneto Club | Women's Circle | $1,940 |
Small Grants - Round 2
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Doncaster Baseball Club Incorporated | Essential Equipment Requirements | $720.00 |
Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club | Competing in Victorian Premier Cricket Competition, fielding six teams | $1,000.00 |
House of Persia Community and Cultural Centre | Iranian Movement Workshop for Children | $2,700.00 |
Kevin Heinze Grow | Cafe Kevin Art Project | $3,000.00 |
Manningham Australian Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc | Chinese New Year 2024 | $3,000.00 |
Park Orchards North Ringwood Parish Junior Football Club Inc | First Aid Kit Renewal | $1,448.00 |
Rotary Club Manningham City | Walk for Youth Mental Health | $3,000.00 |
Seniors Happy Life Club Inc. | Community Multicultural Network Development and Partnerships Activity | $3,000.00 |
St David's Cricket Club | Purchase of Supper Sopper equipment | $1,500.00 |
Templestowe Bowling Club | Upgrade of Club Uniform | $1,775.00 |
The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc. | Community Live Musical Band | $3,000.00 |
Wonga Park Community Cottage | The Good Neighbour Community Cookbook | $2,800.00 |
Small Grants - Round 1
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Australian Iranian Senior Citizens Society of Victoria |
Festival gatherings and monthly gentle exercise |
$1,350 |
Box Hill Cricket Club |
Equipment purchase - Women's 3XI team and new U15 Academy |
$750 |
CareNet Ltd |
Christmas Giving Days |
$2,932 |
Catjump Pre-school Association Inc |
Purchase new photocopier |
$1,500 |
Chinese Health Foundation of Australia |
Safe on Your Feet - Falls prevention program in Manningham |
$3,000 |
Doncaster Seniors Club Inc |
Seniors Day Festival |
$3,000 |
Donvale Bowls Club Inc |
Purchase of extra bowls for community use |
$1,500 |
East Doncaster Cricket Club |
Purchase replacement junior club equipment kits |
$840 |
Myths and Legends Australia |
Basketball |
$1,475 |
Old Yarra Cobras FC |
Replacement of broken equipment |
$925 |
Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre |
Sight and Sound |
$1,500 |
Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Manningham |
Youth/Kids Festival |
$3,000 |
Templestowe Valley Preschool |
New tables and shelves |
$1,500 |
The Scout Association of Australia, Victorian Branch - Manningham District |
Defibrillator - St John G5 CPR hardcase bundle |
$1,275 |
Warrandyte Basketball Association |
Purchase of new sporting shorts for junior basketball players |
$3,000 |
Warrandyte Childcare and Preschool Centre |
Funding to support purchase of a trampoline |
$1,000 |
Warrandyte Community Church |
Warrandyte Community Carols |
$3,000 |
Warrandyte Cricket Club |
Pink up Warrandyte for breast cancer October 2023 |
$2,000 |
Warrandyte Mechanics Institute and Arts Association Inc |
Building test and tag capability for Warrandyte Repair Cafe |
$3,000 |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House |
Warrandyte Big Lunch |
$2,438 |
Warrandyte Senior Citizens Centre Club |
Celebration NOWROOZ and Persian New Year |
$3,000 |
Wonga Park Cricket Club |
Provision of laptop computer |
$1,500 |
Past grant recipients
Arts Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
The Pottery Expo |
Connection An exhibition of photographs and a projection event with the theme of connection and what it means to the local community. |
$15,000 |
Warrandyte Mechanics Institute and Arts Association Inc. (Warrandyte Arts) |
Re-invigorating Warrandyte Arts To deliver a series of workshops and programs to provide opportunity for people to undertake artistic endeavours including pottery, life drawing and playwriting, acting, directing, and lighting design. |
$6,876 |
Festival and Events Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Greythorn Bowls Club as auspice for Manningham Bowls Group |
Grand Fun Day A 'Grand Fun Day' event to promote healthy, safe & inclusive sport/recreation of community lawn bowls, to people of all generations/abilities. |
$10,720 |
Rotary Club of Templestowe Inc. |
Walk 4 Youth Mental Health An event to build community unity and increased awareness of the issue of youth mental health in Manningham and provide an opportunity for the wider community to become aware. |
$9,283 |
SESTAA - Society for Empowerment, Service, Training and Awareness Australia Incorporated |
A Very Special Performing Arts Evening, for One and All Dance workshops to people with a disability and host performing arts events to celebrate International Day of Families in 2023 and showcase participants talents to the wider community. |
$7,700 |
Templestowe College |
Unleash - All-age concerts by and for Young Musos 'Unleash - A series of all-age concerts by and for the Young Musos of Manningham'. The program will provide an opportunity for youth in Manningham to connect around youth culture, music, and creative expression and develop a range of skills in production, promotion and front of house that will introduce an industry based learning experience. |
$20,000 |
Wonga Park Community Cottage |
Youth Speaks and Play in Wonga Park The 'Youth Speaks and Play in Wonga Park' event will provide an opportunity for local youth, their families and friends to come together and participate in an arts focused activity and enhance social connections. |
$9,000 |
Community Development Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Chinese Health Foundation of Australia |
Hearts in Hands in Manningham, Family Violence Free for Women A program to raise awareness of family violence for the Chinese community that will also address prevention and inform on the supports available. |
$16,000 |
Doncaster Bowling Club |
Developing a Sporting Community Hub To purchase equipment to develop a sporting hub that will assist people with disability/mobility issues to continue to participate in the sport and assist with combating social isolation. |
$5,013 |
Doncaster Junior Football Club |
"Footy for Fun" Multicultural Inclusion Come-and-Try Days An activity that will provide opportunities for multicultural communities to get active through football and be introduced to community sport. |
$5,000 |
Eastern Domestic Violence Service Inc. |
Level Playgroup for Multicultural Families in Manningham A Level Playgroup program to multicultural families in partnership with Migrant Information Centre, informing women from diverse backgrounds on gender equality and offering support services to them and their children. |
$13,120 |
LinC Church Services Network Inc. (Trading as LinC Manningham) |
Community support for those in need. A program to support the most vulnerable in the community with the provision of food vouchers and assistance to navigate longer term support. |
$2,731 |
Living and learning at Ajani Inc |
Engage with your Neighbourhood House A range of low cost programs for the community to increase connections and engagement and improve their social and emotional wellbeing. |
$20,000 |
Manningham Christian Centre |
Fighting Hunger in Manningham. To establish food pantries in partnership with Manningham community organisations to support the increase in requests for food relief that can be attributed to Covid and the increases in the cost of living. |
$14,632 |
Manningham Inclusive Community Housing Inc. (MICH) |
Transition into Independent Living A program to support people with an intellectual disability to gain skills and confidence to transition to independent living. |
$18,103 |
Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre |
Climate Action in Park Orchards A climate action group in Park Orchards to support the sustainability of Park Orchards and include guest speakers on a range of environment and sustainability topics to educate the community and implement climate adaption practices. |
$11,000 |
Vantage Point Community |
Upgrade Food Transport Vehicle for Increased Access to Fresh Foods To contribute to the purchase a refrigerated food truck to increase access to fresh food and refrigerated items for the Vantage Point Foodbank program to support the vulnerable Manningham community. |
$20,000 |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House |
Reinvent, Repurpose & Restore To provide the community with opportunity to learn the impact of waste and how to repurpose items for a more sustainable future and feature an exhibition of artists who up cycle waste materials to create their arts and crafts. |
$10,300 |
Warrandyte Mechanics Institute and Arts Association Inc. (Warrandyte Arts) |
Re-invigorating Warrandyte Arts To deliver a series of workshops and programs to provide opportunity for people to undertake artistic endeavours including pottery, life drawing and playwriting, acting, directing and lighting design. |
$6,876 |
Manningham Community Fund
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
LinC Church Services Network Inc. (Trading as LinC Manningham) |
Community Support for those in Need. A program to support the most vulnerable in the community with the provision of food vouchers and assistance to navigate longer term support. |
$3,269 |
Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc. REAL |
REAL Cultural Diversity To inform Manningham residents from diverse ethnic communities of the opportunities for social and activity inclusion of adults with intellectual disabilities and to raise awareness of the organisation. |
$18,583 |
Community Partnership Grants 2022 - 2025 (year one - 2022)
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation for year one 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2022 |
---|---|---|
Manningham Musicians Association |
Manningham Concert Band Concert Program A series of concerts in the local community and civic events. |
$7,976.26 |
Pensioners Association of Bulleen and Templestowe Inc. |
Together We Move Forward A program of activities for seniors from diverse backgrounds to build community connections and reduce social isolation. |
$15,000 |
Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre |
Community Connection and Engagement for ALL A range of low cost programs for the community to increase connection and engagement in community life. |
$50,000 |
Manningham Christian Centre |
CareNet- Food Collective Manningham A co-operative food relief network with existing and new emergency food service providers in Manningham |
$50,000 |
Warrandyte Community Church |
Warrandyte Community Carols A community celebration event at Stiggants Reserve, Warrandyte |
$7,400 |
Eastern Volunteers |
Manningham Youth Employment Pathways Program A program to encourage and upskill youth into active community participation. |
$50,000 |
Wonga Park Community Cottage |
Accessing and Connecting with Community Life in Wonga Park A program of affordable activities for the local community to improve their health and wellbeing. |
$50,000 |
Pines Learning Incorporated |
Linking Together through Connection and Community Engagement A program of a range of recreational and social community programs to support community participation. |
$50,000 |
Kevin Heinze Grow |
Kevin Heinze Grow To deliver therapeutic, capacity building programs for people in need including people with a disability or poor mental health. |
$50,000 |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House |
Mind, Body, Community: building community health, social connection and wellbeing. A program of activities for the community to promote active lifestyles and reduce social isolation and loneliness. |
$50,000 |
Living and learning at Ajani Incorporated |
Let's Connect A program of activities at minimal or no cost to improve health and fitness, connection to and engagement in community life for all Manningham residents |
$50,000 |
Women's Friendship Group Inc. |
Friendship A support group for senior women from diverse backgrounds to increase connections and participation in community life. |
$8,000 |
Heide Museum of Modern Art |
Cultural and Community Connection at Heide Reducing the financial barriers for Manningham residents to experience arts and culture through the Heide Museum |
$30,000 |
The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc. |
Positive Ageing Program for Chinese Seniors Offer a range of additional activities to meet the needs of the increasing membership. |
$35,868 |
Doncaster Community Care and Counselling Centre |
Healthy Young Men's (HYM) Program A program to respond to the needs of young men and individuals who identify as men aged 12-25 through counselling, therapeutic groups and place based service delivery. |
$50,000 |
The Onemda Association |
Onemda Community Cafe Program To establish a Community Cafe, providing young adults with intellectual disabilities exposure and practical skills in customer service, food preparation, money handling and the overall concept of running a business |
$34,155 |
Lions Club of Park Orchards |
Park Orchards Community Carols A community run, cultural end of year celebration event |
$6,723 |
Rotary Club of Templestowe |
Manningham Family Festival A family festival at Finns Reserve |
$12,000 |
Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc REAL |
REAL Pathways A program to provide opportunities for adults with an intellectual disability to engage in community life. |
$33,064 |
Women's Health East |
Taking Action to Combat Racism and Support Manningham Chinese Communities A program to improve the social and emotional wellbeing of Mandarin-speaking women in Manningham by providing opportunities for increased social connection and engagement in community life. |
$48,775 |
Victorian Skateboard Association Inc |
Manningham Skate Park Activation Project A capacity building program for Manningham residents to build a sustainable skateboarding ecosystem. |
$20,000 |
VP Community Holdings Ltd |
Healthy Food Accessibility and Education To increase the ratio of healthy food available through the foodbank program and offer an education program around preparing low cost, good quality meals. |
$50,000 |
Eastern Community Legal Centre |
Promoting Legal and Social Wellbeing in Manningham A range of activities and support services for Manningham residents that address legal and social wellbeing across the prevention continuum, including a focus on legal response, early intervention, education and primary prevention. |
$50,000 |
Small Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Veneto Club |
Bulleen Men's Shed To offer a Men's Shed program for men to meet and form new friendships and provide activities to support mental health and social connection. |
$1,700 |
Phoenix Theatre Company Inc. |
Auslan Performance of a Musical Engage an Auslan interpreter at performances to make it accessible for people who are deaf or hearing impaired to participate in community live theatre |
$3,000 |
Doncaster Tennis Club |
Rotary Line Sweeper To purchase a rotary line sweeper to assist older members and people with a disability to maintain the court surface in a safe manner. |
$250 |
Park Orchards BMX Club Inc. |
Increase Participation in BMX as a Sport To purchase aged appropriate bike and helmets to provide opportunity to potential new members to try the sport before committing to purchasing the equipment. |
$780 |
Chinese Health Foundation of Australia |
Warm Hearts for Golden Ageing in Manningham A program that will inform the Chinese community of the potential risks of elder abuse and how to seek help and support. |
$3,000 |
Templestowe Football Club |
Pathway Program for Female Player and Coaching Development To offer a Pathway Program for Female Player and Coaching Development which will provide professional AFL coaching and training services to female participants and the coaches. |
$3,000 |
Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club Inc. |
Match Balls 2022-23 To purchase approved cricket balls for use on match days. |
$1,500 |
Manningham Walking Group for Carers |
Strengthening Craft To Connect For Carers To offer the 'Strengthening Craft to Connect Carers Program' to encourage connections and improve the health and mental wellbeing of carers. |
$3,000 |
Australian Iranian Senior Citizen Society of Victoria |
Gentle Exercise To offer a range of programs for seniors to be active and achieve healthier lifestyles. |
$750 |
Pines Learning Inc |
Let's Laugh - Laughter Workshop To offer a Laughter Workshop to engage participants and facilitate community connections and improve wellbeing. |
$1,065 |
Access Health and Community |
Therapeutic Equipment to Support the Wellbeing and Development of Children To purchase therapeutic equipment to build the capacity of children with developmental delay and disabilities that use the service. |
$1,500 |
Old Carey Cricket Club |
Increase Participation in Cricket To purchase equipment and training shirts to support the men's, women's and girls teams. |
$1,500 |
Bulleen Cricket Club |
Balls for Juniors Boys & Girls and Seniors To purchase approved cricket balls for use on match days. |
$1,500 |
Doncaster & Districts Netball Association (DDNA) |
New Uniforms for our Association's Rebranding to Entice Wider Participation To purchase of new uniforms to support a rebrand to Manningham Netball. |
$1,500 |
Templestowe Bowling Club Incorporated |
Lawn Bowls and Community Engagement Event To host the 'Lawn Bowls and Community Engagement' event to encourage participation and celebrate the club's 75th anniversary. |
$3,000 |
Doncaster RSL Subbranch Incorporation |
Provide Amenity to have Better Events for our Community Partnerships To purchase equipment to enable better utilisation of the RSL through providing community programs to local groups and schools. |
$1,500 |
Doncaster Cricket Club |
Crucial Cricket Balls To purchase training and match day balls. |
$1,500 |
Doncaster Seniors Club Incorporated |
Women's Matters To offer the Women's Matter program to encourage connections and reduce loneliness and isolation. |
$2,270 |
Wonga Park Community Cottage Inc. |
Toddler Playtime @ the Cottage To provide a playgroup program to support families and reduce social isolation. |
$3,000 |
Warrandyte Cricket Club |
Scoring Equipment Purchasing To purchase of equipment to support online scoring at cricket games. |
$1,500 |
Yarraleen Cricket Club |
Equipment for Junior Cricket To purchase equipment to support the development of young cricketers. |
$968.25 |
La Trobe University |
Shared Reading for Wellbeing and Social Inclusion To establish a Shared Reading Program and provide an opportunity for social inclusion and improved wellbeing. |
$1,147.40 |
Melbourne Shandong Australian Association Inc. |
Multicultural Activity Links Us Together To provide an opportunity for the community to attend performances to re-engage and lift their spirits following the lockdowns. |
$3,000 |
Happy Life Club Inc. |
Healthy Lifestyle Promotion Activities A healthy lifestyle program to promote wellbeing through a range of activities. |
$2,347 |
Cantonese Art Association Inc |
2023 Fabulous Rabbit New Year Festival Show To host the 2023 Fabulous Rabbit New Year Festival Show. |
$2,480 |
Manningham Inclusive Community Housing Inc (MICH) |
Support for social MICH To establish a support network and to share experiences of preparing for and living independently. |
$2,706 |
Manningham Christian Centre |
Practical cyber safety To host two practical cyber safety nights for parents and young people. |
$2,860 |
Donvale Netball Club |
New balls and playing bibs To purchase netball equipment to support the skill development of participants |
$1,005 |
Warrandyte Historical Society |
iPad and electronic funds technology To purchase an iPad and card reading technology to improve the operations of the Historical society. |
$279 |
Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society |
Multimedia presentation screen To purchase a tv screen to replace an ineffective multimedia projector to improve the customer experience. |
$1,405 |
Bulleen Tennis Club Inc |
Renewal of court equipment To purchase court equipment to provide a better experience for participants at the club and new members. |
$1,500 |
The Scouts Association of Australia - Wonga Park Scout Group |
Camping adventures To purchase equipment to facilitate outdoor experiences for new and existing group members and their families of the Wonga Park Scout Group. |
$1,064 |
Eltham Panthers Junior Netball Club |
Coaching development program To deliver the Coaching Development program to upskill volunteer coaches. |
$3,000 |
Scones Together auspiced by Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre |
Scones Together To deliver a monthly event inviting older residents to socially connect for afternoon tea, build friendships and have fun reducing social isolation and loneliness. |
$3,000 |
Warrandyte Toy Library |
Little Movers Playtime To purchase of play equipment to relaunch the Warrandyte Toy Library through a playtime session in the new and bigger location at Warrandyte Community Hall. |
$1,493 |
Beverley Hills Junior Football Club |
ONEMDA Football Program for people with disabilities To deliver the ONEMDA Football program and provide an opportunity to play football in safe, fun and inclusive environment. |
$3,000 |
Eastern Volunteers |
Manningham Volunteer Expo To contribute to the cost of the marketing and promotion for the Manningham Volunteer Expo. |
$3,000 |
Bulleen Templestowe Amateur Football Club |
Canteen Fridge To contribute to the purchase of a new fridge. |
$1,460 |
Donvale and Templestowe Horse and Pony Club |
Purchase of a riding arena rake for the club The purchase of an arena rake to provide a safe environment for riders and their horses/ponies. |
$1,485 |
Manningham Neighbourhood Watch Inc |
Don't Do Something Silly: Beating Scams (for Chinese Speakers) A program to raise awareness on scams and how to beat them. Delivered in English and Chinese. |
$2,150 |
Old Carey Grammarians Football Club |
Relaunching of women's AFL program to increase participation To provide an opportunity for women to participate in AFL and enhance access through reducing the financial barriers. |
$730 |
Pickleball Manningham |
Pickleball Manningham Club To purchase sporting equipment to facilitate Pickleball playing sessions at Leeds Street Sports Centre. |
$1,460 |
Serenity for Women |
Women's only Group fitness and Aquatic Program To provide women from diverse backgrounds an opportunity to improve their health and wellbeing. |
$3,000 |
Waterdale Theatre Inc |
Bonnie and Clyde the Musical To purchase a portable staging deck for use by the amateur theatre. |
$1,500 |
Community Development Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
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Chinese Health Foundation of |
Golden Ageing - Friendly Manningham without Elderly Abuse Stage 2 of an elder abuse prevention program including seminars, |
$20,000.00 |
parkrun Inc (T/A parkrun Australia) |
parkrun for Warrandyte To establish a parkrun event in Warrandyte and provide an opportunity for the community to participate in a free 5km timed run/walk every weekend. |
$7,550.00 |
LinC Church Services Network Inc (Trading as LinC Manningham) |
Helping to bridge the gap in a time of need. A program to support the most vulnerable in the community with the provision of food vouchers and assistance to navigate longer term support. |
$6,000.00 |
Manningham Inclusive Community Housing Inc. (MICH) |
Transition into independent living - facilitation and support A program to support young people with intellectual disabilities to gain skills and confidence to transition to independent life. |
$16,566.00 |
Doncaster & Districts All Abilities Netball |
All Abilities Netball Competition / Program A program for people of all abilities to actively participate in netball and empowering them to be physically active and productive, improving their health and well-being. |
$5,358.00 |
Kevin Heinze Grow |
Community Liaison Development Project A project to rebuild and strengthen the volunteer program and establish beneficial collaborations with the aged-care sector, service groups, special interest groups and individuals. |
$14,000.00 |
The Men's Table Ltd |
Healthy men, healthy masculinities, healthy communities of Manningham A project to establish 3 groups in Manningham to run the Healthy men, healthy masculinities, healthy communities program. |
$17,880.00 |
VP Community Holdings Ltd |
Implementing COVID-safe Structures to Strengthen the Foodbank Program Continue the foodbank program to support vulnerable members of the community through the provision fresh food and groceries |
$14,000.00 |
Arts Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
St Peter and Paul's Primary |
Indigenous Mural and Garden |
$3,001.00 |
The Pottery Expo |
Fresh Perspectives An exhibition of photographs and a projection event to offer fresh perspectives on what we view as important in our lives after period of confinement and reflection. |
$14,600.00 |
Manningham Musicians Association |
Manningham Concert Band Concert Program To perform a series of concerts in the local community involving music of diverse backgrounds, in various performing formats and venues. |
$9,235.00 |
Wonga Park Community Cottage |
Publication of 'A History of Wonga Park The Suburban Village' To produce printed copies of the book titled 'A History of Wonga Park The Suburban Village'. |
$7,000.00 |
Doncaster Templestowe Artists Society |
Open days x 3 with Demonstrations by various artists A program for the community to engage with artists demonstrating different art mediums. |
$3,050.00 |
Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc |
REAL Hope 21 A creative arts community project engaging a local potter to work with a group of adult residents who have intellectual disability to generate a work for public display which gives a post pandemic message of hope. |
$7,585.00 |
Heide Museum of Modern Art |
Yaluk Langa: Three Contemporary Scar Trees at Heide's Indigenous Garden To create an indigenous garden along the Yarra River on the Heide site, which has been named Yaluk Langa by Wurundjeri elders involving the ceremonial scarring of three significant trees, to represent the three family groups of the Wurundjeri Woi- wurrung and to signify cultural continuity. |
$14,174.00 |
Manningham Uniting Church |
Manningham Uniting Church & Community Centre Community Mural To create a vibrant five-part mural along the western boundary wall and public walk through of the new Manningham Uniting Church & Community Centre. |
$4,400.00 |
Festival and Events Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Australian Oriental Martial |
World Intangible Cultural Heritage Tai Chi Festival in A program of regular weekend Tai Chi in the Park for all residents. |
$3,530.00 |
Doncaster Seniors Club Incorporated |
Seniors Day Festival An event to celebrate and honour the senior members in our community as recognition of the contributions they have made in the community. |
$3,450.00 |
The Pottery Expo |
The Pottery Expo at Warrandyte A weekend outdoor ceramics art event, involving approximately 80 ceramic artists from Australia and overseas, including clay activities for children, "Tent Talks", |
$20,000.00 |
Eastern Volunteer Resource Centre Inc. |
Manningham Volunteer Expo An Expo involving volunteer organisations in Manningham to share and promote opportunities for volunteering with interested residents with the potential recruit new volunteers. |
$7,000.00 |
Warrandyte Community Church |
Warrandyte Community Carols A community Carols event at Stiggants Reserve featuring local singers and performers to create a festive atmosphere celebrating Christmas, singing carols, mingling with friends with a positive ambiance, advocating diversity. |
$6,700.00 |
Rejoice Chinese Christian Communication Centre Inc. |
Rejoice Manningham Lunar New Year 2022 A community celebration of 2022 Lunar New Year at MC² to promote mutual understanding and integration of multi- culturalism in Manningham. |
$7,000.00 |
Small Grants
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Ambitious Sisterhood Society Incorporated |
Sisters of one mind, making friends through dance |
$3,000.00 |
Bulleen Cricket Club Inc |
Software upgrading of video screen scoreboard to Solid Scoring Systems |
$1225 |
Bulleen Tennis Club Inc |
Equipment purchase |
$984 |
Chinese Precincts Community Association Incorporated |
Make Manningham the cultural home of Chinese Ethnic Minority Group |
$3000 |
Chrisalis Foundation as auspice for Manningham Walking Group for Carers |
Craft to Connect for Carers |
$3000 |
Doncaster Athletic Club |
Purchase of replacement athletic (high jump) equipment |
$1360 |
Doncaster Baseball Club Incorporated |
Equipment requirements |
$739.85 |
Doncaster Chinese Senior Association Incorporated |
Light up our spirit |
$3000 |
Doncaster Cricket Club Incorporated |
Senior and Junior cricket including matches, coaching and training |
$1500 |
Doncaster Gardens Preschool auspice TRY Australia |
Outdoor climbing equipment for preschool children |
$1500 |
Doncaster Hockey Club |
BBQ Area including BBQ, shade, table, gas bottles, storage shed |
$1500 |
Doncaster Seniors Club Incorporation |
Purchase of overhead projector and printer |
$835 |
Doncaster Templestowe Badminton Association |
Modernisation Project - Technology in club operations |
$1500 |
Eltham Panthers Junior Netball Club |
Increase participation by subsidising gender neutral uniforms to our Juniors |
$1500 |
Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club Inc. |
Competing in Victorian Premier Cricket Competition, fielding four teams. |
$1500 |
Greek Elderly Citizens Club of Manningham |
Seniors wellbeing and Pilates |
$2350 |
Greythorn Bowling Club Inc |
Equipment purchases to facilitate greater inclusivity |
$1500 |
Heatherwood Special School |
Heatherwood Community Mashup |
$3000 |
House of Persia Community and Cultural Centre |
Skills development and learning |
$3000 |
Kevin Heinze Grow |
Coffee machine for hospitality training program |
$1500 |
LinC Manningham |
Equipment modernisation for increased efficiency |
$1427 |
Living and Learning at Ajani |
Purchase of office desktop computers |
$1500 |
Macedon Blues United FC |
Soccer Mums and All Abilities programs to increase participation |
$3000 |
Manningham Cobras Football Club |
Upgrade honour board |
$800 |
Manningham Inclusive Community Housing Inc. (MICH) |
Making Better Decisions – A pilot program |
$2888.03 |
Manningham Rotaract |
Generations@Work |
$3000 |
Melbourne 7 Melody Notes |
Fabulous Christmas and New Year show |
$2680 |
Melbourne Disc Golf Club Inc. |
Active Community - Disc Golf |
$1192.4 |
Melbourne Shandong Australian Association Inc. |
Digital Events link us together 2021 |
$3000 |
Old Carey Cricket Club |
Increasing active sport participation through a girls cricket program |
$3000 |
Old Carey Cricket Club |
Portable shade marquees for protection against the sun and weather |
$1459 |
Old Trinity Grammarians Soccer Club |
Purchase of portable soccer goals |
$1496 |
Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre |
Laptops for learners |
$1500 |
Park Orchards Football & Netball Club |
Footballs and netballs |
$600 |
Park Orchards North Ringwood Parish Junior Football Club Inc |
First aid equipment for the safety of players and community |
$864 |
Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc REAL |
REAL Try-Out |
$2965 |
Scout Association of Australia Victorian Branch as auspice for Wonga Park Scout Group |
Returning to Nature |
$1100 |
St Timothy's Anglican Church |
Need to purchase a defibrillator for church to support elderly |
$734.5 |
St. John Ambulance Australia (Victoria) Inc. |
Purchase of essential equipment for St John Ambulance's Manningham Division |
$1340 |
Templestowe Bowling Club |
Website re-build |
$3000 |
Templestowe Junior Football Club |
Junior development program to encourage juniors' return to sport |
$3000 |
Templestowe Returned and Services League |
Provide community welfare and social connectivity facilities |
$1500 |
University of the Third Age Manningham |
Replace computers and ancillary Zoom equipment for hybrid classes. |
$1500 |
Warrandyte Football Club |
AFL Indigenous Round - recognising and celebrating First Nations players |
$1500 |
Warrandyte Mechanics Institute and Arts Association Inc. |
Building essential skills for the arts in Warrandyte |
$2726 |
Warrandyte Mountain Bike Club |
Dirt Devils coaching program |
$1740 |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House |
Self care for children and youth |
$2935 |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House as auspice for Warrandyte Men's Shed |
Continuing to develop support network for older men within Warrandyte |
$1820 |
Wonga Park Cricket Club |
New portable scoreboard |
$1500 |
Yarraleen Preschool |
Safety equipment and sandpit safety |
$1357.72 |
Community Partnership Grants 1 July - 31 December 2021
Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
---|---|---|
Pines Learning |
Community Engagement |
$25,000.00 |
Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre Inc |
Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre Incorporated |
$25,000.00 |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House |
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House Programs |
$25,000.00 |
Wonga Park Community Cottage |
Wonga Park Community Cottage Programs |
$25,000.00 |
Living and Learning at Ajani Inc |
Connecting Communities at Living and Learning at Ajani Inc |
$25,000.00 |
Warrandyte Festival Committee |
Warrandyte Festival |
$50,000.00 |
Kevin Heinze Grow |
Using nature as a supportive environment |
$25,000.00 |
Access Health and Community |
Parent Child Mother Goose program - Connecting families and linking with the local community |
$14,447.00 |
Eastern Community Legal Centre |
ECLC community partnership program across Manningham |
$15,000.00 |
Doncaster Community Care and Counselling Centre Inc. (Doncare) |
Provision of multi-disciplinary services to support children in crisis |
$15,000.00 |
Terms and Conditions and Glossary
The following are the Terms and Conditions and Glossary of Terms for our Community Grant Program.
You need to read these as part of the application process.
To discuss further, contact us.
For Applicants
The following general terms and conditions apply to the Community Grants Program:
- All applications must be approved by the Chairperson, President or Chief Executive Officer of the organisation.
- Successful applicants must use Community Grant Program funding for the stated purpose for which the funding was awarded unless further written permission has been obtained from Council before the activity has commenced.
- Successful applicants must comply with all relevant State and Federal government legislation that apply to pertaining to the funded activity. If the funded activity involves contact with children, your group or organisation may be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Check. To find out if you need a WWC Check or are exempt, visit the Working With Children website.
- Council’s Community Grant Program is a competitive funding scheme and the funding allocation is awarded on the merit of the application.
- Applicants must demonstrate satisfactory performance and adherence to all grant conditions (e.g. permit requirements such as traffic management plans, traders’ permits, etc.).
- The total funding available for Council’s Community Grant Program is subject to variation and Council’s annual Budget process.
- Council reserves the right to request further information in considering applications. If deemed necessary, applicants may be required to discuss or clarify their application with Council officers and/or provide further written information within a specified timeframe.
- Canvassing or lobbying Councillors, Council employees or independent assessors, in relation to a grant application, is prohibited. Lobbying or canvassing relevant officers may result in your application being deemed ineligible.
- For the protection of grant applicants and those involved in the assessment process, all Council officers, Councillors and community members involved in the grant assessment process are required to declare their interest prior to assessing any grant applications or reviewing project evaluations and reports. This process ensures that a clear or perceived conflict of interest is promptly identified, addressed and recorded. In the event of a conflict of interest, the person will not participate in any discussion or decision making relating to the nominated item/s of conflict.
For Community Development, Arts, Festival & Events and Community Partnership Grants:
- A Council Report on the recommended funding allocations is presented to Council for consideration. The decision to award grants is made by Council and shall have regards to Council’s responsibilities under the Local Government Act and Council’s decision is final. There is no appeal process.
- Applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application after Council’s decision.
For funded recipients
Funding and Service Agreement (FASA)
- Funded recipients will be expected to enter into a Funding and Service Agreement (Agreement) with Council. The Agreement:
- Establishes a collaborative arrangement between Council and your group or organisation, based on the principles of co-operation and partnership
- Outlines the roles and responsibilities of Council and your group or organisation in the provision and use of funding allocated under this Agreement
- Includes general funding Terms and Conditions and may include special conditions relating to the delivery of the grant.
- The Agreement must be completed, signed off and returned by the specified date for the funding to be released. Funding will not be made available to groups who submit this documentation after this date or those that currently hold a debt with Council.
- Except for Small Grants, all funded recipients will be allocated to a Council officer who is the primary contact for the delivery of the activity. As per the Agreement, regular monitoring will be required with the relevant Council officer to provide activity support, identify emerging themes and monitor performance.
- Any changes to the use of Council funding for purposes other than outlined in the Agreement must be approved by Council in writing. If the grant is not utilised for the stated purpose, the organisation must guarantee repayment in full to Council, plus interest earned, within one month of the end of the Agreement.
- Funding that remains unspent upon the end of the Agreement must be repaid to Council within one month (of the end of the Agreement), unless activity changes are approved by Council in writing within 14 days of notification.
- Allocation of funds to a community organisation for any purpose, in any funding round, must not be taken as a commitment by Council to provide additional or recurrent funding beyond that specifically provided for in the Agreement.
- Funded activities must be completed within twelve months of receipt of funding, unless an alternative arrangement has been approved by Council in writing (prior to the activity completion date).
- The Agreement is governed by and is construed to be in accordance with the laws of Victoria.
Permits
- If a permit is required for the funded activity, funded recipients must comply with all Council requirements. This includes matters such as road closures, outdoor advertising and temporary food premises.
Funding Allocation
- Upon receipt of funding, funded recipients must deposit that sum in the interest-bearing bank account in the name of the organisation nominated in the Application Form.
- Council disclaims all liability and responsibility for any direct or indirect loss to the recipient after the release of funding.
Insurance
- Funded recipients must take out and keep current during the period of the Agreement, public liability insurance. The public liability policy must be for a minimum of $20 million.
- The public liability insurance ensures Council and the recipient against all actions, costs, claims, charges, expenses, and damages whatsoever which may be brought or made or claimed against them arising out of, or in relation to, the funded activity.
- A copy of the Certificate of Currency is to be provided to Council before commencement of the funded activity. Funded recipients must also maintain WorkCover insurance, where relevant.
Marketing Requirements
- Funded recipients are required to acknowledge receipt of financial assistance from Council in any promotion, publication or advertising of the activities. This includes the use of Council’s logo and giving Councillors and officers the opportunity to attend relevant promotional events. Any publicity material regarding an activity should be submitted to Council’s Grants Team for approval prior to printing. For more information visit www.manningham.vic.gov.au/community-grant-program.
Acquittal and Activity Completion Report
- Council reserves the right to conduct financial and performance audits for funding it has provided. Consequently, funded recipients are required to maintain full records of receipts of activity expenditure and performance outputs/outcomes for the relevant period. These records are to be made available to Council and its officers/agents upon request.
- Funded recipients are required to complete an Activity Completion Report (acquittal) within 2 months of completing the funded activity online at manningham.smartygrants.com.au . This report certifies that the activity and funding was carried out in accordance with the Agreement. It should include a completed Evaluation Framework, (not required for Small Grants) proof of expenditure of Council funds (receipts and invoices) and copies of marketing material used to promote the funded activity.
- Failure to provide a satisfactory acquittal may result in a funded group or organisation being deemed ineligible to receive any further funding from Council. Council’s reporting is directly linked to its requirement to report on how public funds are spent and whether funded groups and organisations have achieved the desired end result. While Council is committed to minimising administrative processes, it is also committed to the collection of high quality information that may be communicated across Council and the community.
Acquittal
Acquittal is a formal condition of funding and means accurately reporting on the funded activities and the expenditure of your funding. Proof of expenditure (as well as other information) is required on the completion of your activity. See ‘Activity Completion Report’.
Activity Completion Report
Is a report that ensures grant recipients have administered grant funds responsibly and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Funding and Service Agreement. An Activity Completion Report usually consists of a written report that summarises how the activity fared against the initial objectives of the grant. It also provides a financial statement detailing how the funding was spent. See ‘Acquittal’.
Auspice
Is an agreement where one organisation (the ‘principal organisation’) agrees to apply for funding on behalf of a second organisation that is not incorporated (the ‘auspiced organisation’). If the funding application is successful, the principal organisation then receives, holds and administers the funding to the auspiced organisation so that the auspiced organisation can complete the funded activity. Further information can be found at, http://www.nfplaw.org.au/auspicing.
Company by Limited Guarantee
A company limited by guarantee is a type of legal structure that you may choose for your charity that is registered by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Further information can be found at asic.gov.au/regulatory-resources/financial-reporting-and-audit/preparers-of-financial-reports/companies-limited-by-guarantee/
Commercial activities and organisations
Includes retail groups that: a) sell goods by retail, or by retail and wholesale; b) sell services; or c) hire goods for profit.
Confirmed Funding (CF)
Refers to any confirmed funding amounts, including your organisation’s cash contribution, funding from other sources to be included in your ‘Income’ section of your budget.
Council
Manningham City Council is the entity which has the authority to make decisions on behalf of the Manningham community.
Curriculum Based Activity
Curriculum is the knowledge and skills students are expected to learn, the units and lessons that teachers teach; the assignments and projects given to students; books, materials, videos, presentations, and readings used in a course; and the tests, assessments, and other methods used to evaluate student learning.
Evaluation Framework
Evaluation is an important component of the grants program because it enables organisations to showcase achievements, as well as inform and improve project delivery. (page 9).
Evidence Based
Provides the proof that an activity or program is best placed to respond to an identified community need which may include research, statistics, community consultation, needs analysis, etc.
Funding and Service Agreement (FASA)
A Funding and Service Agreement (Agreement) is a legal and financial agreement entered into between Council and community organisations receiving grant funding.
The categories of an Agreement, a short or long form, reflect the level of funding provided and the required performance of the grant recipient. The FASA states:
- Purpose of the funding
- Dollar amount of funding
- Rights and responsibilities of all parties to the Agreement; including reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements, and the permits the grant recipient is required to obtain
- Clear statement of the required outcomes of the grant
- Terms and conditions of the funding, including the circumstances in which Council can reclaim funding, consequences for breaches of funding conditions and a procedure for the return of unspent funds.
- Special conditions
Grant
A grant is a sum of money given to organisations for a specified purpose directed at achieving objectives and outcomes consistent with specific policies.
Impact
The desired short to medium term effects or changes that an activity seeks to achieve (e.g. increased community awareness of a particular topic or skills development of a target group, change in behaviour, change in attitude).
Incorporated Association
Being incorporated infers that an organisation has a legal identity of its own, recognised by State and Federal governments and is separate and distinct from the individuals who formed or make up the group.
In-kind Funding Contribution
Is when an organisation contributes goods or services in lieu of providing funds (cash). For example, volunteers hours, use of organisation equipment or facilities (i.e. photocopiers). In-kind contribution must have a $ value, for example the estimated value of volunteer time is $41 per hour.
Non Recurrent Funding
The Annual and Small Grant categories are to fund one-off short to medium term activities. Funding allocations are for one financial year and are not recurrent.
Objectives
Objectives are the big picture aims or goals which a policy, plan, program or activity seeks to achieve (e.g. improved exercise).
Outcome
The desired result of goals and strategies that have been achieved (e.g. a healthier population).
Outdoor Sports Infrastructure Guidelines
The Outdoor Sports Infrastructure Guidelines steer the redevelopment or refurbishment of existing sporting infrastructure and informs the development of new sports infrastructure on a case by case basis. The Council Standard Facility Fit Out sets out what Council will provide and what is not covered.
Political
Taking or belonging to a side in politics or in controversial matters.
Religious
Religion is regarded as a set of beliefs and practices, usually involving acknowledgment of a divine or higher being or power, by which people order the conduct of their lives through promotion of their faith or worship.
SmartyGrants
SmartyGrants is Council’s online grants management system. Applicants must apply online and attach relevant documents to their application.
Statement by Supplier
For organisations that do not have an ABN, applicants are required to complete a Statement by Supplier form as a result of the Commonwealth ‘Pay As You Go’ taxation legislation. Statement by Supplier forms can be located from the Australian Taxation Office at ato.gov.au/Forms/Statement-by-a-supplier-not-quoting-an-ABN/.
Unconfirmed Funding (UF)
Refers to the other funding amounts which you have applied for which is yet to be confirmed, to be included in the ‘Income’ section of your budget.
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Grant Finder
Grant Finder brings together grants from national, state, and local government along with opportunities from corporate organisations and foundations.
This service is open to all local businesses, community groups, not-for-profits, and individuals.
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