Footy 4 Fun Multicultural is an offering for kids aged five to 12 years from diverse backgrounds that focuses on providing a safe and inclusive introduction to football. While the kids are learning all about the basic skills of the game, parents will be provided an opportunity to understand the game of Australia Rules Football too!
Click on the flyer below for more information.
Calling all people from multicultural backgrounds in Manningham and surrounds!
Come and learn more about the importance of looking after your mental health and wellbeing, and the support that is available in your local community.
Our next Strength Through Connection event is a forum on Mental Health and Multicultural Communities as part of national Mental Health Week.
This event will feature:
Mental health is a key component of overall health and well-being. 1 in 5 (21.4 per cent) Australians aged 16 to 85 have experienced a mental disorder in the past 12 months.
Many people may not be aware of what poor mental health means, how to support someone or how they can get help. The individual needs, backgrounds and identities of people can impact how, or even whether, they will seek support.
We will have a broad range of speakers who will provide information about:
We look forward to seeing you there!
This event has sold out.
This unique, fun 6-week dance program is designed to engage the mind and body to improve and enhance mind-body health.
This is an adult/open program for all genders. Participants are encouraged to attend all 6 sessions.
Multicultural dance for wellbeing is based on the principles of neuroplasticity and the proven benefits of dance.
This 6-week program incorporates breathing techniques to calm the mind, and an exercise routine to develop strength, flexibility, and fitness of the body. It also includes creative dance and music from different cultures to create a space to express yourself, as well as providing opportunities to make new social connections.
No previous dance experience is required.
Instructor: Anjali Sengupta
Manningham is a vibrant and diverse community with people of all cultures and backgrounds. We have a proud history of a multicultural community living, working and celebrating together.
Here you will find more information on what makes Manningham a multicultural community and how you can get involved.
Diversity and social inclusion is important to us. We consider the human rights, values and needs of our diverse communities.
We are proud to declare our commitment to welcoming refugees and migrants into the community. We celebrate the opportunity to enhance the cultural and religious diversity of our community.
Community learning centres encourages members of the community to participate in local activities, learning and education. They play an important part in strengthening local communities and we support such centres by providing funding and facilities.
As part of the Welcoming Cities initiative, we want to build an Australia that is welcoming and inclusive to everyone. By building benchmarks for cultural diversity and inclusion, we are taking steps to being more welcoming to everyone in the community.
Becoming an Australian citizen represents a commitment to Australia and its people. Applicants for Australian Citizenship Ceremonies will generally receive an invite to attend within three to six months from the date of their application approval. You will receive a written invitation to your ceremony from the Department of Home Affairs.
We have interpreter services in multiple languages. Choose the way you want to communicate with us.
We have several English language classes locally where you can learn and practice your English skills. You can get classes at:
Adult Multicultural Education Service (AMES) in Box Hill
Blackburn English Language School in Blackburn
Doncaster Library at MC Square in Doncaster
Manningham U3A in Doncaster East
Manningham Uniting Church in Doncaster East
Pines Learning Centre in Doncaster East
Living and Learning at Ajani in Templestowe Lower
This unique and fun dance session is designed to engage the mind and body to improve and enhance mind-body health.
This is an adult/open program for females during This Girl Can Week.
Multicultural dance for wellbeing is based on the principles of neuroplasticity and the proven benefits of dance.
This program incorporates breathing techniques to calm the mind, and an exercise routine to develop strength, flexibility and fitness of the body. It also includes creative dance and music from different cultures to create a space to express yourself, as well as providing opportunities to make new social connections.
No previous dance experience is required.
Registrations are essential.
Instructor: Anjali Sengupta
Community learning centres, such as Neighbourhood Houses, encourage members of the community to participate in local activities, learning and education, and play an important part in strengthening local communities. There are five Neighbourhood Houses in Manningham, which Council supports through the provision of funding and facilities.
These five Neighbourhood Houses are managed by voluntary community-based committees of management, who are responsible for the overall operation of each centre. Neighbourhood Houses employ professionally trained staff and tutors as well as experienced volunteers.
Courses at Neighbourhood Houses can include:
Several centres also have a registered childcare centre.
The five Neighbourhood Houses are:
Living and Learning @ Ajani
284 Thompsons Road, Lower Templestowe 3107
9850 3687
office@livelearnajani.org.au
Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre Inc
572 Park Road, Park Orchards 3114
9876 4381
pochi@parkorchards.org.au
Pines Learning
1/520 Blackburn Road, Doncaster East 3109
9842 6726
info@pineslearning.com.au
Warrandyte Neighbourhood House
Level 1, 168 Yarra Street, Warrandyte 3113
9844 1839
info@wnh.org.au
Wonga Park Community Cottage
Unit 1, 9-13 Old Yarra Road, Wonga Park 3115
9722 1944
wpcc@bigpond.com.au
Get out your favorite outfit and enjoy a great meal and entertainment on us.
Interactions with strangers makes a big positive difference to our well-being, so come out this winter and warm your hearts.
All faiths, abilities and cultures welcome.
Donations are accepted if you are wanting to contribute to your meal.
Bookings Essential.
We operate and have established a large number of internal advisory groups and other committees. We are also a member of or associated with a number of external bodies and committees.
The table below shows the members appointed to each committee. These appointments are reviewed on an annual basis.
All current appointments were made by Council on 13 December 2022, with the exception of the Gender Equality and LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee and the Multicultural Communities Advisory Committee, which were made on 24 May 2022.
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Council Committee |
Appointee(s) for 2023 |
Chairperson Appointee for 2023 |
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Audit and Risk Committee |
Independent Chairperson |
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CEO Employment and Remuneration Committee |
Mayor |
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Appointed Councillor |
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Gender Equality and LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee |
Cr Lightbody |
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Health and Wellbeing Advisory Committee |
Cr Diamante |
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Historical Societies Working Group |
Appointed Councillor |
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Manningham |
Mayor |
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Manningham Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) |
Nominated |
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Multicultural |
Cr Lange |
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Municipal Emergency Management Planning |
Director City Services or Delegate |
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Municipal Fire management Planning Committee (MFMPC) |
Commander Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) |
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Reconciliation Action |
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Recreation and Sport Advisory Committee |
Cr Conlon |
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External Bodies |
Appointee(s) for 2023 |
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Australian Local Government Women’s Association - Victoria (ALGWA-Vic) |
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Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance (EAHA) |
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Eastern Region Group of Councils (ERG) |
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Eastern Transport Coalition (ETC) |
Alt Cr Chen |
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Metropolitan Transport Forum (MTF) |
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Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) |
Substitute |
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Northern Alliance for Greenhouse Action (NAGA) Executive Committee |
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Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) |
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Whitehorse Manningham Regional Library Corporation (WMRLC) |
(Substitute) |
We’re celebrating 10 years of MC Square (Manningham City Square) with an anniversary event in December.
There’ll be fun for the whole family, including:
This is a free event, and no registration is required.
Join us to acknowledge Sorry Day and learn more about First Nations People and cultures.
This event will feature:
Catering will be provided by Mabu Mabu. Please advise if you have any dietary requirements by Monday 23 May by contacting spcs@manningham.vic.gov.au.
See what support services we offer for your needs - including links to official services by other providers.
We provide a range of grants, funding opportunities and local initiatives to support our community.
View all our Maternal and Child Health Centres opening hours and maps
Becoming an Australian citizen represents a commitment to Australia and its people.
All applications for Australian citizenship are processed by the Department of Home Affairs. Further information on how to apply for Australian Citizenship is available from the Australian citizenship website (Australian Citizenship) or the Citizenship Information Line on 131 880.
For most people, the final step in becoming an Australian citizen is making the pledge of commitment at an Australian Citizenship Ceremony. Applicants for Australian Citizenship will generally be invited to attend a ceremony within 3 to 6 months from the date their application is approved. You will receive a written invitation to your ceremony from the Department of Home Affairs.
While Manningham hosts Australian Citizenship Ceremonies, the Council is unable to provide further information regarding the timing of your ceremony.
There are a range of health and support services, programs and resources to support our community.
These community-based agencies and organisations provide emergency relief and material aid such as food hampers, vouchers and pantries to people in financial crisis living in Manningham as part of the Food Relief Network.
Our community is diverse with residents from more than 140 countries.
Mental health is a state of emotional, social, and psychological wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also impacts how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
Find online resources for mental health support.
Join the Serenity for Women group for a free mat Pilates class.
This class is focused on bringing together women from different multicultural backgrounds, creating a diverse and enriching environment. It will focus on improving flexibility, strength, core stability and body awareness using low impact, repetitive moves for a full body workout.
Improved flexibility:
Who are these classes for?
What to bring:
Registration:
Find support with our online resource directory
For Emergencies | call 000
IMMEDIATE HELP
SuicideLine Victoria | 1300 651 251
Suicide Victoria offers free professional online counselling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.
Lifeline Australia | 13 11 14
Lifeline provides mental health support and emotional assistance on the phone and online.
Kids Helpline | 1800 55 1800
Kids Helpline is a free phone and online counselling service for young people aged between 5-25 years.
Beyond Blue | 1300 22 4636
Beyond Blue provides support programs to address issues related to depression, suicide, anxiety disorders and other related mental illness.
Nurse on Call | 1300 60 60 24
Nurse-on-call helpline provides health advice from registered nurse, 24 hours a day.
Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team (CATT) | 1300 721 927
The Outer East Crisis Assessment Treatment team provide mobile assessments to people in psychiatric and short-term home treatment as an alternative to hospital.
Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL) | 1800 806 292
SACL is a state-wide after hours, confidential, telephone crisis counselling service for people who have experienced both past and recent sexual assault.
Safe Steps | 1800 015 188
Safe Steps is a specialist support service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing family violence specialist support to anyone in Victoria who is experiencing or afraid of family violence.
General Information
Mental Health Foundation Australia provides a range of networks, services, advocacy, events, and support groups for the community to seek support on mental health illness.
Translating and Interpreting Service provides access to services for people with limited or no English language ability. Phone 131 450
Ask Izzy is a mobile website that connects people who are in crisis with the services they need right now and nearby.
PANDA – Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia supports the mental health of parents and families during pregnancy and in their first year of parenthood.
MensLine Australia is a national 24 hour, 7 days a week men’s helpline offering support, information and referrals for men with emotional health, family and relationship concerns. Phone 1300 78 99 78
Parentline is a phone service for parents and carers of children from birth to 18 years old. Confidential and anonymous counselling and support on parenting issues is provided. Phone 13 22 89
NEAMI is a not-for-profit organisation providing mental health, homelessness and suicide prevention services.
SANE provides mental health support, information, resources and online forums for family and friends. Phone 1800 187 263
Find support with our range of online resources for wellbeing and mental health support.
This content was correct as of February 2023 and will be reviewed frequently.
If amendments are identified or you know of another mental health service to be considered, contact us.
You may have noticed some new signs throughout Manningham.
These signs are part of a project to help to address racism. It’s called the #RacismNotWelcome initiative.
#RacismNotWelcome is a community-led initiative to:
We are very proud of our community and how respectful we are to one another. However, we know that racism does exist in Manningham - as it does everywhere.
How do we know? We’ve heard from members of our multicultural communities who have been impacted by it.
Manningham Council has joined the campaign because:
Yes. The campaign was developed by the Inner West Multicultural Network in Sydney. We are the eleventh local government area in Australian to join the campaign.
We have installed 30 street signs. The street signs are located in popular areas, to maximise the number of people engaging with the message. We provided the opportunity for the community to tell us what they thought about the locations in April 2022.
They are at sites like shopping centres, sports clubs, community venues and council buildings.
They are not installed in locations where people have experienced racism necessarily, but rather where many people will see them.
A budget of $6,000 was allocated to this initiative.
This initiative is just one of the activities we are doing to address racism. Other activities include:
Manningham Council has endorsed using the Welcoming City framework that supports local governments to advance communities where everyone can belong, and participate in social, cultural, economic and civic life.
Welcoming Cities provides a framework to address barriers to participation and practical tools on how to address them. Welcoming Cities is part of a growing network of more than 250 municipalities around the world.
Manningham Reconciliation Action Plan maps out what actions we are going to take to work alongside First Nations peoples to advance reconciliation in our workplace and across the Manningham municipality.
One category in the RAP covers Race Relations –
All Australians understand and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous cultures, rights and experiences, which results in stronger relationships that are based on trust and respect and free of racism.
In June of 2021, we established a Multicultural Communities Advisory Committee to advise council on items of importance to the multicultural communities.
This advisory committee provides advice on how to ensure policies, programs and services are addressing barriers to participation that face people from multicultural communities in Manningham. This includes racism.
The Strength through Connection forums in 2021 were online forums to deliberately build stronger relationships between multicultural community leaders and Council.
Areas of importance were identified by the participants from multicultural communities. These areas included health, safety and racism, access to employment and education, and community engagement.
From that forum grew the Manningham Multicultural Network that exists to share information interculturally and with Council.
Each year, we acknowledge this international day on Tuesday 21 March to work towards stamping out racism.
Together with Boroondara and Whitehorse Councils, we are hosting three municipality based Welcome events per year to welcome international students to Melbourne’s East. After a well-documented rise in racism often targeting international students, these events aim to link international students into their immediate communities and services.
Many people from overseas from oppressive regimes may feel uncomfortable going to the police if impacted by racism in the community. Local government can be seen as a viable option if this is the case.
We are working with our customer service team to train them in how to support people in this situation.
Have you or has someone you know experienced racism or religious discrimination?
The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission have a range of support resources and tools you can access. Visit Human Rights for more information.
If you have experienced racism or if you have any other human rights issues or concerns, use the Community Reporting Tool to make a report.
If the matter is urgent and you are in danger, please call Victoria Police on 000.
If you need support to report racism, or to discuss your options, you can contact the Social Planning and Community Strengthening team at Manningham Council on 9840 9398 or email spcs@manningham.vic.gov.au.
