Local news
Community happenings, nature and the outdoors, family and wellbeing across Warrandyte and the Manningham area, gathered for Steiner families.
Local Spotlight: Rachel Macindoe and Unfurl Facilitation
Meet Rachel Macindoe, one of the parents behind this directory, whose creative leadership programs help young people and communities across Victoria find their voice.
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Park Orchards Community Carols at Domeney Reserve
Local schools and kindergartens perform at a free family carols evening with food and refreshments.
Read more →Free Community Gathering at Stiggants Reserve
Families are invited to a free outdoor event at Stiggants Reserve with nature activities and time in the local bushland.
Read more →Monthly Family Market Returns to Park Orchards
Over 100 local makers gather monthly at Park Orchards Primary School with produce, artisan foods and crafts.
Read more →Park Orchards Carols and Warrandyte Summer Gatherings
Local community carol and outdoor events happening in December at reserves across Manningham.
Read more →Warrandyte River Reserve Clean Up and Riverside Market
Join Clean Up Australia Day at Warrandyte River Reserve, followed by a family friendly riverside market with local crafts and produce.
Read more →Free Community Event at Stiggants Reserve
A free family friendly event is happening at Stiggants Reserve in Warrandyte on 28 and 29 March.
Read more →Spring Outdoors Festival Returns to Manningham
The Spring Outdoors Festival is coming back with activities for families to enjoy nature together.
Read more →Park Orchards Market Returns to Local School
Fresh produce from the Yarra Valley, crafts and local wares at Park Orchards Primary School.
Read more →Warrandyte Riverside Market at Stiggants Reserve
A free community market by the river offers local stalls and outdoor family time in nature.
Read more →New Walking Path to River Reserve Taking Shape
A shared path connecting Taroona Avenue to Warrandyte River Reserve is progressing, with a community information session planned.
Read more →Yarran Dheran Information Centre Open Sundays
The local nature reserve's Information Centre welcomes visitors most Sundays, 2 to 4 pm, depending on volunteers.
Read more →Main Yarra Trail Community Feedback Wanted
Manningham Council is seeking community input on plans for the Main Yarra Trail shared path project.
Read more →Manningham Council Events Calendar a Local Resource
Manningham Council's community listings feature bushland walks, sustainability workshops, and family nature activities across our area.
Read more →Park Orchards Market Returns This Saturday
Fresh produce, artisan foods, plants and local crafts at a free community market.
Read more →Warrandyte Riverside Market at Stiggants Reserve
Free community market featuring local produce, handcrafted wares, and buskers by the river.
Read more →Winter School Holiday Activities in Manningham
Manningham Council has released a school holiday program with activities for families to book during winter break.
Read more →Whitehorse Manningham Libraries Winter Holiday Program
Local libraries offer school holiday activities including movies and adventure discovery sessions for families.
Read more →Free Family Outdoor Event at Stiggants Reserve
Stiggants Reserve is hosting a free community event with outdoor activities for local families.
Read more →Free Museum Visits for Kids These School Holidays
Children under 17 get free entry to Victoria's major museums including Melbourne Museum during school holidays.
Read more →Heide Makers' Market Returns Monthly in Bulleen
Over 100 local makers sell handmade crafts, art, and sustainable goods at this family friendly monthly market.
Read more →Park Orchards Market Returns Monthly
Fresh local produce, artisan foods, and crafts at Park Orchards Primary School third Saturday each month.
Read more →Weekly Playgroup in Templestowe for Young Families
Manningham Uniting Church hosts a welcoming weekly playgroup for families with young children to connect and play together.
Read more →Local Playgroups and Toy Libraries in Manningham
Manningham Council has compiled a directory of playgroups and toy libraries across the area to help families find community play spaces.
Read more →Children's Theatre Workshop Comes to Melbourne
A drama, costumes and music workshop for children emphasises creative performance and holistic development.
Read more →Early Childhood Workshop for Four to Six Year Olds
Steiner Seminar runs a nature based workshop for young children with music, crafts and gardening.
Read more →Student Short Films Now Streaming Online
Local specialist school students have created short films now available to watch at Arts Centre Melbourne's website.
Read more →Spring School Holiday Program Comes to Manningham
Nature based activities, arts and outdoor play for children during spring break at local venues.
Read more →Warrandyte Art Show 2025 This Weekend
Local artists and crafters gather at the Warrandyte Community Church for a free family art show with children's activities.
Read more →Warrandyte Riverside Market Every Saturday
Local organic produce and handcrafted goods market at Stiggants Reserve, Saturdays 8 am to 1 pm, free entry.
Read more →Tunstall Square Market Returns This March and April
Free community market with 100 stalls of plants, crafts and local goods in Doncaster East.
Read more →Playgroups for Little Ones at Bulleen Community House
Weekly structured playgroups for children aged 1 to 5 offer creative play and social connection during school terms.
Read more →Preschool Storytime at Warrandyte Library
Free weekly storytime sessions for ages 3 to 5 featuring stories, rhymes, and crafts at Warrandyte Community Centre.
Read more →RSPCA Pet Health Clinics Coming to Warrandyte
Low cost cat and dog health clinics arrive at Warrandyte Community Hall this June and July.
Read more →Manningham Farmers Market Returns Monthly
Local organic produce and crafts at Manningham Club, fourth Sunday each month, 8am to 1pm.
Read more →Eltham Farmers Market Open Every Sunday
Local farmers market at Eltham Town Mall offers fresh seasonal produce and organic options every Sunday morning.
Read more →Doncaster Hill Community Garden Working Bee
Families invited to help care for the community garden at Hummell Way, Doncaster.
Read more →CERES: Organic Market and Learning Hub in East Brunswick
CERES offers organic markets, workshops, and hands on environmental education for families interested in sustainable living and permaculture.
Read more →My Manningham Fun Run Walk 2026
A community fitness event at Westerfolds Park bringing local families together for outdoor activity and wellbeing.
Read more →Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market at Abbotsford Convent
Monthly organic farmers market with 60+ suppliers offering seasonal produce and local goods.
Read more →Stiggants Reserve Community Event
Free community event at Stiggants Reserve on March 28 and 29 with outdoor activities for families.
Read more →MarketPlace Fresh Opens Year Round in Templestowe
New farmers market store brings daily access to local seasonal produce and sustainable groceries to Templestowe families.
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