Do you want to contribute to what happens in your community?

We are looking for local people to join one of four Advisory Committees.

You can apply as an individual or as a representative of a community organisation.

Members will work with Council to create a more inclusive, respectful, equitable and healthy community. The committees are:

• Manningham Multicultural Communities Advisory Committee (NEW, 10 places available).
• Manningham Gender Equality & LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee (NEW, 10 places available).
• Manningham Health and Wellbeing Advisory Committee (NEW, 10 places available).
• Manningham Disability Advisory Committee (EXISTING, 3 places available).

Each Advisory Committee will meet four times a year.

Manningham Mayor, Cr Michelle Kleinert said that Council’s Advisory Committee members make important contributions to Manningham.

“We are looking for people who live, work or study in Manningham. Applicants should have lived experience, or relevant knowledge or skills relating to the committee that they are applying for.”

“Each of the members will represent the views of the community. The input that they provide helps to inform decision making and priority setting.”

The Expression of Interest form is available in a range of languages and Easy English. You can also contact Council if you need help to complete the Expression of Interest form.

Nominations will close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 19 April 2022. Hard copy forms are available at the Manningham Civic Centre. You can get more information and apply online.

Manningham Council is delighted to announce the appointment of 15 community members to its new Disability Advisory Committee.

The new committee will provide advice to Council on how to understand and respond to the needs of people with a lived experience of disability, and support the community to be accessible and inclusive for all Manningham residents.

Manningham Mayor, Cr Andrew Conlon said the new committee will have its first meeting next month and is part of Council’s commitment to supporting a more connected and inclusive community in Manningham.

“Council is committed to developing policies and initiatives through meaningful engagement with those with a lived experience of disability. Their collective voice and feedback are essential to an accessible and inclusive Manningham for all,” Cr Conlon said.

The appointment follows an expression of interest process to include members with a diverse, lived experience of disability. It will capture individual perspectives including from those with mental health issues, those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, are blind or have low vision, have physical and intellectual disabilities, as well as those on the autism and ADHD spectrums.

Membership criteria were developed to maximise authentic representation and provide a voice for the many perspectives in the community. For example, committee membership will be compromised of 75 per cent of people with lived experience of disability, and the remaining 25 per cent as carers of a person with disability.

The appointed community members will serve as members of the new advisory committee through to 2024.

Manningham Council is committed to an inclusive and accessible community for all residents including those with disability, their families and carers.

The new Disability Advisory Committee supports the priority areas and actions contained in Manningham’s Council Plan 2017-2021 and Healthy City Strategy 2017-2021. These include:  supporting an inclusive, diverse community; a community that values and embraces its diversity; and the delivery of a range of initiatives that increase the social and economic participation of residents living with disability.

Manningham Council has recently appointed a total of 32 new community representatives to four of its advisory committees to help guide Council in meeting community expectations in each of the committees’ subject areas.

The community representatives were officially appointed at the Council meeting on Tuesday 26 April and included:

• 20 new community representatives to the Access and Equity Advisory Committee for a period of two years
• Two new representatives to the Open Space and Streetscape Advisory Committee for a period of four years
• Seven new representatives to the Integrated Transport Advisory Committee for a period of three years
• Three new representatives to the Arts Advisory Committee for a period of three years.

The appointments were made following an expression of interest process for each of the committees earlier this year.

Each of the committees includes a mix of Council and community representatives and provides guidance on the committees’ specialty area.

The Access and Equity Advisory Committee advises Council on measures to ensure that disability, diversity and social inclusion issues are considered in developing and implementing Council’s strategic direction.

The Open Space and Streetscape Advisory Committee provides advice to Council on the design and development of Manningham’s public open spaces and streetscapes.

The Integrated Transport Advisory Committee provides an avenue for the community to influence improvements and enhancements of the transport network and accessibility throughout Manningham.

The Arts Advisory Committee will provide strategic advice on arts and cultural development in Manningham. It will also assist in promoting greater awareness and understanding of arts and culture in Manningham.

Manningham Council is offering people who live and play locally the exciting opportunity to provide advice on improving community recreation and sport.

Council is seeking expressions of interest for a new advisory panel, the Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee.

The new committee provides an opportunity for members to share their experiences to support sport and recreation outcomes, and deliver on actions from the Active for Life Recreation Strategy 2010-25.

The community, Councillors and senior Manningham Council officers will be represented on the committee, with the community undertaking an advisory role, rather than decision making responsibilities.

Manningham Mayor, Cr Michelle Kleinert said: “This is great chance to work alongside Council, share your experiences and provide broader input into how recreation and sport can improve our daily lives.

“Whether you enjoy a stroll through the park, a bike ride with the kids or footy on the weekend, we would love to hear from you.”

Online applications are now open via the Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee: Expression of Interest Form. Terms of Reference are also published on the Manningham Council website.

Hardcopy forms are available for collection upon request and anyone wishing to complete their application over the phone or learn more about the process can contact Manningham Council’s customer service team on 03) 9840 9333 or email: manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au

Expressions of interest close on Wednesday 5 October.

The Order of Australia is the most prestigious means of recognising outstanding members of the community at a national level.

It identifies role models who have made valuable contributions at all levels and in all spheres of the community.

Congratulations to all of Manningham’s award recipients for 2015.

Member of the Order of Australia (AM)

Professor Milton Hearn, Bulleen - For significant service to science through major contributions to advances in chemical manufacturing.

Kevin Stevenson, Park Orchards - For significant service to business and commerce through reform in national and international accounting standards.

Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)

Dick Davies, Warrandyte - For service to the Community of Warrandyte.

Kirsten Deane, Doncaster - For services to people with a disability through support organisations.

Paul Mavroudis, Bulleen - For services to the Greek Community of Victoria.

Agnes Zillner, Doncaster - For service to community health through support for people with Tourette Syndrome.

Manningham Council is inviting community groups and organisations to submit an expression of interest for part of the Warrandyte Community Hall (meeting room), at 8 - 10 Taroona Avenue, Warrandyte.

Potential Uses could include:

• Community Group activities
• Clubs or Community Group meetings
• Other community based activities.

Facility for lease

The meeting room is located at Warrandyte Community Hall, Warrandyte.

The leasable space comprises of:

• large meeting room (7.4m x 3.8m)
• separate storeroom with sink and tap, (4.4m x 2.8m)
• access to the shared common areas consisting of entry foyer, industrial kitchen and toilet facilities

Terms of lease 

The land (Crown Land) accommodating the Warrandyte Community Hall is reserved for public purposes e.g. children’s services, kindergarten and public recreation. Note: once a prospective tenant is selected, Manningham Council will need to seek and obtain grant and purpose approval from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning before entering into a new lease and that any prospective tenant would need to be compatible with this reservation.  

All use arrangements will be subject to the terms and conditions of a signed facility user lease agreement.

Limitations to use of the facilities 

Manningham Council will not accept any events which involve gambling, consumption of alcohol or loud music.

Fees and charges

A range of fees and charges are applied to the use of the facility.

The fees and charges vary based on the type of user.

Concession rates:

In order to qualify for the Concession Rate, your organisation or group need to be registered as a not-for-profit or incorporated organisation or charity. This is verified via your organisation’s ABN or a certificate of incorporation.

No concessions apply for local residents, students or concession-card holders.

Commercial rates:

Commercial hire rates will apply to all other organisations or activities.

The current subsidised rate community (not for profit organisations) is Year 1 - $300.50 plus GST and Year 2 -  $305.75 plus GST (conditional on permitted use and under the lease).

If the use is for commercial use, then the rate would be assessed by Council’s Manager of Property Services.

Cost of services:

The premises and common areas are not separately metered for electricity, gas and water services.

The prospective tenant will be responsible for a portion of the total costs and charges for electricity, gas and water services.

User agreements

The hirer is to sign the facility user lease agreement.

Length of tenure

In accordance with the standard lease and licence documents.

Viewing the facility

The facility will be available for viewing by interested persons/groups at the following times to assist you in the preparation of your application.

Warrandyte Community Hall, 8-10 Taroona Avenue, Warrandyte 

• Thursday 2 Dec, 9.30am – 10.15am

Submission

Submissions can be made online using the expression of interest online form. Alternatively, you can download the

 and post the completed form to:

Sharon Peters
Community Facilities Project Officer
Manningham Council
PO BOX 1, Doncaster, VIC 3108.

Please note, all applications must be received by 5.00pm, Friday 10 December 2021. 

For more information, including floorplans, please download the 

Manningham Council is calling on the community to provide their feedback on how Manningham can become a dementia-friendly city.

According to Alzheimer’s Australia VIC, there are currently 342,800 people in Australia with dementia, including over 25,000 with younger onset dementia.  It is estimated that one person is diagnosed with dementia every six minutes.

In Victoria, there is an estimated 81,000 people living with dementia and this figure is expected to increase to almost 246,000 by 2050. Dementia is, in fact, the largest cause of disability in people over the age of 65 in Australia and currently there is no cure.

A dementia-friendly community is a place where people are aware of and understand dementia, and people with dementia feel included and involved and have choice and control over their day-to-day lives.

To help Manningham find ways to become a dementia-friendly city, residents are invited to participate in a community survey.

The survey is part of a pilot project through Alzheimer’s Australia Vic, with Commonwealth and Victorian government funding, to help councils across Victoria identify proven and successful ways to lead and support dementia-friendly initiatives across more communities in Victoria.

To participate in the survey visit www.yoursaymanningham.com.au/dementia-friendly

The survey closes 5.00 pm on 26 February 2016.

Expressions of Interest - Manningham Local  Dementia Alliance Group

Manningham Council is also seeking nominations from interested parties to be involved in the Manningham Local  Dementia Alliance Group.  Nominations will be accepted from residents with dementia, carers, community organisations, sporting clubs, local businesses, service clubs, churches and other bodies interested in creating a more inclusive Manningham. The Group is anticipated to meet on a monthly basis for the planning and early implementation phases of the project between February – June 2016.

The Alliance Group will receive support from Alzheimer’s Australia VIC who will build the capacity of the group, assist in sharing best practice initiatives, and facilitate a future work planning session.

To obtain a hard copy of the Expression of Interest form or find out more information, please call 9840 9700.

Manningham Council is inviting community groups and organisations to submit an expression of interest for part of the Warrandyte Community Centre (Evelyn room) at 168-178 Yarra St, Warrandyte.

Potential uses could include:

• Community group activities
• Clubs or community group meetings
• Other community based activities.

Facility for lease

The facility is located at Warrandyte Community Centre, 168-178 Yarra St, Warrandyte.

The leasable space comprises of:

• large office/meeting room
• small kitchenette located in the meeting room, with hot water and bar fridge
• licensed access areas including toilets (shared with other tenants of Community Centre)

Terms of lease

All use arrangements will be subject to the terms and conditions of a signed facility user lease agreement.

Limitations to use of the facilities

Manningham Council will not accept any events which involve gambling, consumption of alcohol or loud music.

Fees and charges 

A range of fees and charges are applied to the use of the facility. The fees and charges vary based on the type of user including:

Concession rates

In order to qualify for the Concession Rate, your organisation or group need to be registered as a not-for-profit or incorporated organisation or charity. This is verified via your organisation’s ABN or a certificate of incorporation.

No concessions apply for local residents, students or concession-card holders.

Commercial rates

Commercial hire rates will apply to all other organisations or activities.

The current subsidised rate community (not for profit organisations) is Year 1 - $300.50 plus GST and Year 2 -  $305.75 plus GST (conditional on permitted use and under the lease). 

If the use is for commercial use, then the rate would be assessed by Council’s Manager of Property Services.

User agreements

The hirer is to sign the facility user lease agreement.

Length of tenure

In accordance with the standard lease and licence documents.

Viewing the facility 

The space will be available for viewing by interested persons/groups at the following times to assist you in the preparation of your application.

Warrandyte Community Centre (Evelyn Room), 168 Warrandyte Road, Warrandyte 

• Wednesday 1 December at 9.30am - 10.15am

Submission 

Submissions can be made online using the expression of interest online form. Alternatively, you can download the 

and post the completed form to:

Sharon Peters
Community Facilities Project Officer
Manningham Council
PO BOX 1, Doncaster, VIC 3108.

Please note, all applications must be received by 5.00pm, Friday 10 December. 

For more information, including floorplans, please download the 

Manningham Council provides a range of grants to support local groups and community initiatives within the municipality.

If you are part of a community group or organisation delivering programs that involve or benefit the local community, now is the time to apply for funding through Manningham Council's Community Small Grants Program 2015/2016.

The Small Grants Program provides small grants of up to $3,000 to not-for-profit organisations to deliver projects and programs that involve and benefit the Manningham community.Round one of Small Grant applications opens on 1 September and closes on 30 September 2015.

With three funding rounds per year, there are also further opportunities to apply in March and May of 2016.

Grants are available for eligible recipients to make small equipment purchases or deliver community projects. These projects may include providing an opportunity for local community groups to participate in civic life or socially connect with other community members, or to make a cultural and/or artistic contribution to the Manningham community.

To apply for Small Grants funding you need to log in and register at www.manningham.smartygrants.com.au.

Applicants can only receive one Small Grant per financial year and applications must be submitted online at www.manningham.smartygrants.com.au

For more information including Community Grant Guidelines please visit www.manningham.vic.gov.au/grants 

We are working with the Warrandyte Community Market Committee and other community groups to undertake tree protection works along the Yarra River Crown Land Reserve in Warrandyte.

Council commissioned an arborist’s report, which identified and prioritised trees that showed signs of stress due to vehicle and foot traffic at the monthly market. To protect these trees and ensure their longevity, logs and boulders will be placed around their root zones in November 2014 to act as natural barriers.

These works will improve the environmental amenity of the area, as well as reduce the market footprint and number of stalls. However, they will not significantly impact the Warrandyte Festival.  

For more information, call Nancy Stokes on 9840 9138 (Monday and Wednesday).

Manningham Council would like to congratulate local resident Faiza Rehman on her recent appointment to the Australian Multicultural Council (AMC).

Ms Rehman migrated to Doncaster from Pakistan in 1997, and is a valuable member of the Manningham community advocating for youth empowerment and inspiring young people to push their boundaries to achieve their goals.

Ms Rehman, a qualified lawyer, is currently a Youth Officer at the United Muslim Migrant Association. In 2005, she was nominated for the Young Muslim Australian of the Year for her community work, and in 2013 she was a contestant on MasterChef.

Manningham Mayor, Cr Paul McLeish, said Ms Rehman provides an important voice for our diverse population.

“Manningham is home to people from many different backgrounds, faiths and religions, and it is important that all of these views are represented.”

“I have no doubt Ms Rehman’s knowledge, enthusiasm, drive and compassion will make her a valuable asset to the AMC,” he said.

The AMC currently consists of six members who provide advice to the Federal Government on multicultural affairs policy and programs, including how to address racism and discrimination.

Manningham congratulates Alan Henderson from Doncaster East, a recipient of this year’s Council of the Ageing (COTA) Achievers Award. 

Community-minded and an advocate for an active, safe and inclusive community, Alan was presented the award at the 2018 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards at Government House by The Honourable Linda Dessau AC.

For more than 20 years, Alan has been committed and heavily involved in his local Neighbourhood Watch Program. 

Alan is a founding member of the Manningham Seniors Carers Group and is a tireless advocate for older male carers who struggle with their new role as carer. 

He is also a founding member of the Manningham Local Dementia Alliance Group and a community representative on the committee, giving insights on how to improve access in the community for people living with dementia.  

One of his key focuses is the effort in preventing dementia. Alan was involved in a 10 year twin study with his sister in the Older Australian Twin Study Research with the National Ageing Research Institute.  

With all his commitments, Alan priorities his family. He is a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Congratulations to Alan Henderson. 
 

Manningham Mayor, Cr Paul McLeish has recognised two outstanding residents as part of the 2015 Australia Day celebrations.

• Citizen of the Year – Anthony Monley and
• Young Citizen of the Year – Natasha DiFederico.

Cr McLeish said part of the spirit of Australia Day is about mateship and giving to the community, and both recipients are inspirational people who enrich our community life.

Citizen of the Year – Anthony Monley is an outstanding member of the community who is passionate about social justice and supporting the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.

• Anthony is a strong contributor to the community, working tirelessly to improve the lives of disadvantaged and marginalised people both here and overseas.
• He is a dedicated member of community service clubs such as Apex and also Rotary, where he has held roles of President and Assistant Governor and is currently District Governor.
• He is an active participant in physical service projects and contributes to ongoing fundraising activities that support International Rotary service projects.
• He is the President of the Doncare Board of Directors, the Treasurer of the Eastern Community Legal Centre Board and serves on the board of Northern TAFE and the Dental Hospital Board.

Our Young Citizen of the Year is Natasha DiFederico who has been recognised for her generosity, her drive and community spirit.

• During her time at Bulleen Plaza she has graduated from junior receptionist to Assistant Manager. It is in this role that she has displayed her organisational talents, helping to raise $1661 for the Olivia Newton John Cancer and Wellness Centre, participated in the wellness walk and raising significant funds on her own.
• She has setup and maintains a Facebook page for Bulleen Plaza, organises monthly market days and other activities for the centre and residents of Bulleen.
• She also organised the “Before I Die” wall at Bulleen Plaza, that encourages people to look beyond their everyday life and gives them the opportunity to put in writing their desires, ambitions and what they would like to achieve. The wall was opened by the Mayor of Manningham and was a first in the Manningham area, and only one of 700 in the world.

Cr McLeish said both Anthony and Natasha are outstanding role models and I hope their achievements encourage others to get more involved in our community.

“Manningham Council is very proud to present them with these honours and we look forward to their continued contribution to the community,” he said.                                                                           

Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards are presented annually to local citizens who have made outstanding contributions to the community.

The awards are provided by the Australia Day Committee (Victoria) and are administered by local government authorities throughout Victoria on behalf of the Committee.