We will visit your business to make sure it meets the requirements.
We will offer ongoing advice and education.
If you change your business activity, contact us as this may change your risk rating.
How to Register - Temporary and Mobile Food Premises
FoodTrader
Create an account and register on FoodTrader to operate at festivals, events, and mobile food premises.
Once you lodge your registration application online, your principal council will contact you directly regarding any requirements and fees.
Statement of Trade
When your registration has been approved, you will need to lodge a Statement of Trade (SOT) to notify the Council area where the event or festival is held.
Before you buy a food business, we recommend you request a pre-sale inspection to check that it meets standards and regulations. You can use this to negotiate outstanding items before settlement.
You will still need to register before you take over and operate the food business.
The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area.
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Our October Business Breakfast is Feedback for High Performance.
This presentation will give members and guests the opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical tools to facilitate effective feedback conversations designed to drive high performance.
… business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area. Manningham Business Whats …
The theme of this Business Breakfast focuses on business technology.
This enterprising presentation will cover important topics including new trends, business management solutions and a quick demonstration of an ERP system.
The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area.
… business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area. Manningham Business Whats …
The theme of this Business Breakfast focuses on stress management. Join Valerie Judge of Rose Phoenix Health for a session designed exclusively for business owners.
Valerie will delve into understanding how personal stress can significantly influence business success, potentially leading to issues like fatigue, burnout, anxiety, or chronic health problems. She will offer a unique opportunity to identify your individual ‘stress language’ across emotional, cognitive, behavioural, and physical dimensions. And finally, you will learn precisely when to activate your “Stress Circuit-Breaker” to effectively halt the escalation of stress thereby safeguarding your personal wellbeing and business prosperity.
The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area.
… discovering how the CEP program can enrich local businesses by tapping into a sometimes forgotten but very … business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area. Manningham Business Whats …
Our April Business Breakfast gives us an opportunity to better understand the valuable roles that social enterprises play in our society and how we might share, learn and grow by participating in their schemes.
Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is very pleased to have two speakers allied with this program, Patricia Wilson (Belonging Matters) and Warwick Cavill (Rotary), who will share their expertise in how business owners, people with disability and others can benefit from contributing to improvement in the social and economic fabric of our community.
Some of the insights Patricia and Warwick will bring include:
understanding how business owners can help build an all-inclusive, diverse workplace environment
discovering how the CEP program can enrich local businesses by tapping into a sometimes forgotten but very valuable employment pool
demonstrating the profound impacts/rewards possible for all participants.
The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network that is open to all small and medium businesses in the Manningham area.
The Unfinished Business exhibition reveals the stories of 30 First Nations people with disability.
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This exhibition is no longer showing in the Manningham Art Gallery.
The Unfinished Business exhibition reveals the stories of 30 First Nations people with disability.
Their deeply personal stories are complex and intertwined with Australia’s political and social history, which has resulted in today’s unacceptably high rates of disability in Australia’s First Nations communities. This was a collaborative project between participants and Artist and Social Documentarian, Belinda Mason Knierim OAM.
Warning: First Nations Peoples should be aware that this exhibition contains images, voices, or names of deceased persons.
Image: Standing Tall, Uncle John Baxter, Latja Latja/Narungga man. Board Member Reconciliation Victoria and First Peoples Disability Network, Aboriginal Partnership Coordinator - Brotherhood of St Laurence / NDIS. Photo by Belinda Mason Knierim OAM from the series Unfinished Business. Image courtesy of the Artist.
If you require access supports to attend this exhibition, please contact our Community Strengthening team on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au. Auslan interpreters should be booked as early as possible.
Setting up your business plan is an important first step. Find out more at Business Victoria.
What kind of structure do I need?
From sole trader to company, there are different reporting and financial requirements for each. Find out what structure is best suited to your business.
Running your business from home can be a perfect way to balance work and family commitments. Or you might be just starting out and wanting to minimise your overheads.
The Economic Development Team is here to support you setting up and growing your business. We are your point of contact for business enquiries and support, permit information, training workshops and events. Stay up to date by signing up to the Manningham Business Newsletter and following our Manningham Business Facebook page.
Find essential resources
We've compiled a list of useful websites to help guide you through the essential steps of setting up your small business.
Get one on one help with your business via online mentoring sessions with Business Victoria.
Overseas markets with AusTrade
Find out more about running a business with overseas markets at AusTrade.
Business Victoria's training, tools and templates
Business Victoria provides essential information, training, tools and templates to help you develop the skills you need to start, run or grow a successful business.
National information from My Business
My Business provides national information, grants, services and support from across government to help your business succeed.
Grant and funding opportunites
Search a comprehensive list of grant and funding opportunities at Grant Guru.
Digital Solutions Program
Join the Digital Solutions Program for Government-subsidised one on one mentoring, workshops, and courses for all your digital needs.
Workplace wellbeing
Find out about mental health and business wellbeing support for sole traders, small businesses and employees at Business Victoria.
Business Continuity Plan
Having a plan after an emergency can help get your business up and running as soon as possible. Create a plan with the help of Business Victoria's continuity guide.
Connect with local business associations, networks and mentoring
There are a range of local associations that encourage networking and mentoring opportunities for small businesses as well as regular events and training.
The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network. They provide members with support, shared experiences, resources and new idea.
Connecting Manningham is a community initiative by local residents and helps connect local business and residents. This initiative is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Templestowe and Rotaract Manningham.
Running your business from home can be a perfect way to balance work and family commitments. Or you might be just starting out and wanting to minimise your overheads.
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Running your business from home can be a perfect way to balance work and family commitments. Or you might be just starting out and wanting to minimise your overheads.
Manningham is home to a large number of home based businesses and we actively support and encourage this business community.
A home based business is run from a residential premises or building in which the owner of the business lives.
It is important to distinguish between people who may be working from home, and those who are running a business from home. A home based business operator runs a business from home, and doesn’t work from home for an external organisation.
Is my business appropriate to run from home?
Council has certain requirements for home based businesses. These requirements help to ensure that your business won’t have a negative impact on your neighbours or the neighbourhood.
The most appropriate businesses or occupations to be conducted from the home are those where:
only two employees who do not live in the home but work in the occupation or business operating in the home
a room or space is set up for the business or occupation away from the rest of the household so that it is not affected by household noises or interruptions if you plan to meet clients at home
the product or service does not require large storage areas, administration or waiting areas
the product or service has only few deliveries and they only occur during normal business hours or daylight hours on weekends
the product or service does not create noise pollution or any other disturbance that can affect the local neighbourhood.
What kind of advertising signage can I have?
In all residential zones, home based businesses are permitted to have signage which displays business identification information. A total of 0.2 square metres of advertising is permitted without a planning permit.
The information which is acceptable on this sign includes:
business name
short service description
contact number.
For any sign not meeting these requirements, you must apply to the Statutory Planning team on 9840 9333.
… a list of all permits and fees related to business Apply Businesses Manningham Business … All business permits and fees …
Below is a list of all common permits and fees related to your business. Permits often need to be renewed annually as regulations and your business activities change.
Prices current as of 1 July 2022. Prices are subject to change.
Food businesses
If you plan to sell food within our community there are a range of regulations you need to be aware of. A food business registration ensures that you have met these essential requirements and are needed before you start trading.
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation
You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation
You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation
You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Risk 2: No fee
Risk 3: No fee
Risk 4: No fee
Mobile food business/ food vehicle registration
Business, Company or Sole Trader
Risk 2: $555
Risk 3: $370
Risk 4: No fee
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation
You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Use our shared spaces to safely show off your wares, meet and greet your customers and provides a welcoming entry to your shop. A footpath trading permit allows you to have items such as tables and chairs, planter boxes and other decorative items.
Parking permits help make sharing parking spaces easier for you and your customers. Whether its a big delivery or sale day, parking permits keep it fair for everyone.
We will issue contact you and issue an invoice once we receive your application.
Once you have been registered, we will conduct an annual inspection to ensure your business meets the requirements under Public health and wellbeing regulations. We will also offer ongoing advice and education.
If you change your business activity, contact us as this may affect your risk rating.
We will contact you and send an invoice after we receive your application.
Once you are registered, we will visit your business to make sure it meets the Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and regulations. We will also offer ongoing advice and education. Hairdresser-only businesses are exempt from annual inspections.
If you change your business activity, contact us as this may affect your risk rating.
… How to guides and support for businesses Get advice on starting a new business and find … and information available to support all types of local businesses. Why start a business in Manningham? With more … Home based business account for around 80 per cent of all businesses in Manningham contributing to the economic, social …
Setting up a new business is an exciting and challenging time with many things to consider such as budgets, staffing, branding, operations and marketing. It's important to think about the big picture and how you would like to grow into the future.
Below you'll find a range of resources, tools and information available to support all types of local businesses.
Why start a business in Manningham?
With more than 30 local centres, nine neighbourhood activity centres, one major activity centre and one principal activity centre – the retail sector employs over 5,500 people and generates over $680 million to the local economy each year in Manningham;
Tourism employs 1,700 people and generates over $315 million to the local economy each year.
Home based business account for around 80 per cent of all businesses in Manningham contributing to the economic, social and environmental sustainability of the municipality.
We have a Gross Region Product of $4.89 Billion, this is the total value of final goods and services produced in the region over the period of one year (2020).
We are here to help!
The Manningham Business Team are here to assist you with resources, networking events and various training programs throughout the year.
Local business associations, networks and mentoring
There are a range of local associations that encourage networking and mentoring opportunities for small businesses as well as annual events and training.
The Manningham Business Network Inc. (MBN) is your local business network. They provide members with support, shared experiences, resources and new idea.
Connecting Manningham is a community initiative by local residents and helps connect local business and residents. This initiative is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Templestowe and Rotaract Manningham.
This moving documentary tells the stories of 30 First Nations people living with disabilities. Their deeply personal stories are complex and intertwined with Australia’s political and social history, which has resulted in today’s unacceptably high rates of disability in Australia’s First Nations Communities.
Their stories are also featured in the Unfinished Business exhibition, which is showing at Manningham Art Gallery until Saturday 29 July.
Following the screening, there will be a Q&A with Uncle John Baxter: Latja Latja/Narungga man, Board Member Reconciliation Victoria and First Peoples Disability Network, Aboriginal Partnership Coordinator - Brotherhood of St Laurence/NDIS, participant and creative collaborator of Unfinished Business.
Attendees will also have the chance to view the exhibition at their own pace.
The Unfinished Business Documentary is a creative collaboration between brothers, Liam and Dieter Knierim, Belinda Mason Knierim OAM, and participants.
This is a free and accessible event. Bookings not required. Refreshments will be provided.
Warning: First Nations peoples should be aware that this exhibition contains images, voices, or names of deceased persons.
You may need to get approval from Manningham Council to do certain business activities. It depends on your business type and what you are trying to do.
Need to build or extend your property to accommodate your business? There are building regulations and permits to be aware of. Some works that will require permits include:
From hairdressing and make-up artists to pilates and yoga studios, it’s important that client safety is kept as a top priority. Have a look at some of the permits and regulations needed to operate a healthy business for you and your clients.
Any business that sells or manufactures food or drink must be registered with their local council and follow regulations to ensure that the food they sell is safe to eat. This includes restaurants and cafes, market stalls and mobile food vans.
… this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses. Boost your online presence: Mastering SEO and … about ‘local ranking’ and how this type of SEO helps local businesses appear more prominently in the Local Pack, the …
The Digital Accelerator Program is offering this free hands-on workshop to local Manningham-based businesses.
Boost your online presence: Mastering SEO and Google Business Profiles
Learn new and proven concepts to help you understand local search engine optimisation (SEO) and use Google Business Profiles to grow your business. This session will cover:
Local Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and why your business needs local SEO
understanding how local SEO works and the process of ranking above or higher in the search engine results page (SERP).
learn about ‘local ranking’ and how this type of SEO helps local businesses appear more prominently in the Local Pack, the Local Finder, in localised organic results, and on Google Maps.
Google Local Pack - what is it?
Google Business Profile
understand how to use Google Business Profile to grow your business
how to claim your Google My Business listing
how to optimise your Google Business Profile listing
how to use Google posts
how to get Google Reviews
local SEO Pack and map rankings factors
Website local Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
understand local on page optimisation
local content marketing, link building and technical SEO
Google Analytics 4 (GA4) is Google's next-generation measurement solution - learn how to make the switch
About the speaker
Alison Evans - Pinpoint Local Business (Owner)
Pinpoint Local Business is a digital marketing agency providing SEO services for local business and is a specialist for Google Business Profile optimisation strategies (formerly Google My Business GMB).
Google Business Profile (GBP) allows your business to easily connect with customers across Google Search and Maps. If you run a local business that serves customers at a particular location, or you serve customers within a designated service area, then Google Business Profile is your gold nugget. GBP helps local consumers find your business.
Besides providing full GBP management and Local SEO services for local business, Alison also provides presentations, workshops, and one to one mentoring sessions.
Discover the sculptures dotted around the trails in the bush. Landscapers, sculptors and artists have helped create a natural play space for kids to explore at Currawong Bush Park. Can you spot the kangaroo? Play in the woven cubby, curl up in the giant nest or count the ants the echidna is about to eat.
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This is a great place for kids to explore and immerse themselves in the outside world.
Discover the sculptures dotted around the trails in the bush. Landscapers, sculptors and artists have helped create a natural play space for kids to explore at Currawong Bush Park. Can you spot the kangaroo? Play in the woven cubby, curl up in the giant nest or count the ants the echidna is about to eat.
See if you can spot the native birds, lizards and frogs on your adventure, or maybe you will be lucky enough to catch sight of a wombat, or koala.
Stay for a bite to eat and enjoy a picnic in the bush, or cook up a feast using the onsite barbecue.
Places and spaces
There are many tracks around the park to explore on foot. Our self-guided walks will familiarise you with different areas such as the scar tree and the billabong:
All Manna of Gums Walking Guide – Takes you along the Mullum Mullum Creek via the Mullum Mullum Trail and Currawong Bush Park
Currawong Bush Park Walks are a series of eight walks, each focusing on different aspects of the reserve. All of these walks start and finish at Currawong bush Park. Downloading the audio guides will enhance your Currawong experience
Mullum Mullum Trail is popular with nature loving cyclists and walkers. The trail runs on the other side of the Mullum Mullum Creek and is connected to Currawong Bush Park with a pedestrian bridge just north of Reynolds Road.
Conference Centre available for hire for your next functions, meetings or seminars
Getting there and car parking
You can park your car at one of the two carparks from the Reynolds Road entrance.
The first carpark is at the top of the driveway and is closest to the conference centre.
The second carpark is closer to the park, you will find the carpark further along the road.
Walk to the park and enjoy the surroundings. Cross the pedestrian bridge near the Mullum Mullum Trail north of Reynolds Road. This track forms part of a 4.5 kilometer circuit walk through the park or for a shortcut, take the driveway to the central area.
Take the bike and use the pedestrian bridge from the Mullum Mullum Trail and the vehicle track from Arnold Drive. To protect the park and animals that live here, you can only use bikes on vehicle tracks.
Please also check the weather before arriving, the park will be closed on total fire bans days.
Please don't bring your dog
Dogs are not allowed at Currawong Bush Park because it is a protected habitat.
All Manna of Gums - Currawong Bush Park to Mullum Mullum Creek Walk
All Manna of Gums - Currawong Bush Park to Mullum Mullum Creek Walk
All Manningham reserves are closed on days of total fire ban, or higher extreme or catastrophic Fire Danger Rating. Visiting a reserve on these days places you at risk and potentially in danger.
To check the current Fire Danger Rating or find out if it’s a total fire ban day, go to the CFA website.
Report an issue
Please let us know if you notice anything unsafe, like a broken tree branch or damaged playground.
What we do to reduce fire risk at Currawong Bush Park
Finer fuels such as leaf litter, tree branches and twigs raise the level of risk within reserves. Large fallen trees require a much higher level of heat to burn and provide habitats for native wildlife.
Here are some actions we take throughout the year to reduce the fire risk at this reserve:
create and maintain fuel breaks within the reserve
maintain grass heights with slashing, brush cutting and tractors year round
remove fine fuels such as loose and fallen branches
annual inspection and maintenance of Fire Access Tracks, to ensure emergency service vehicles can access the reserve
inspect access points, gates and locks
We manage 20 per cent of the land in Manningham, but the other 66 per cent is privately owned. Visit the CFA website for information on how to prepare your private property for fire.
Safer Together
Watch the video below to learn more about:
different types of vegetation
how a fire may behave within the reserve
how to prepare for a fire
Report an issue
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
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Road Restoration - George Street and Oban Road
Description
Road Restoration - George Street and Oban Road
Type
Works
Advertising
July 2024
Civil Construction Panel (works up to $1m incl. GST)
Description
To create a Civil Construction Works Panel for the purpose of carrying out Civil Construction Projects in Council's capital works program. This panel will be responsible for overseeing and managing civil construction works that are worth up to $1 million (including GST).
Type
Works
Advertising
June 2024
Manningham Tree and Plant Supply Panel
Description
Panel for the supply of trees and plants
Type
Services
Advertising
September 2024
Panel for Design and Construction of Modular Toilet Blocks and Similar Structures
Description
Panel for designing, fabricating and installing modular toilets and park shelters of various sizes
Head consultant for feasibilily & design services for the development of Rieschiecks Reserve athletic Pavilion
Type
Services
Advertising
June to July 2024
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