Get Involved

A thriving community relies on its citizens getting involved.  What’s your interest? How do you want to participate?

The ‘village’ atmosphere that Manly is famous for translates into a friendly welcome to newcomers whether it be talking to someone at the next table in the local coffee shop, random acts of kindness, sharing a laugh or getting involved in a cause.   
Do you want to join a Club? Become a Volunteer? Get involved in a cause? 

Here are a few links you may find useful: 
Community Groups:

Manly Community Forums - previously ‘Precinct Groups’
Rotary
Lions Club 
Seniors Services
Local Churches ....
Sporting Clubs​​
Local Charities:

Manly Women’s Shelter  A community organisation providing short-term accommodation and assistance to homeless women in the Manly area. Pioneer Clubhouse Balgowlah  A community organized by One Door to support people living with mental illness.
Bear Cottage  Provides palliative care, temporary respite, end of life care, and bereavement support to children and young people with life limiting illnesses and their families. Lifeline Northern Beaches 
Salvation Army Manly 
St Vincent de Paul 

Dogs

Calling all dog owners.  Manly Dogs is a community group that represents dogs, dog-owners and dog-lovers everywhere. Check out Manly Dogs Facebook for the latest news.

North Head Sanctuary Foundation - Volunteers wanted!

This community group is doing an incredible job re-vegetating our bush land backyard at North Head. It’s a big job, so keen gardeners and bush-lovers are always needed. Volunteers with an interest in the bushland, history and heritage of North Head are also needed to help staff the ‘Bandicoot Heaven’ education room 10am-4pm on weekends. Contact Jenny Wilson at   [email protected] or call 0414 735 350.

Penguin Protectors needed

More volunteer penguin protectors are needed to watch over nesting areas in Manly during the breeding season. Call the local National Parks & Wildlife Service office on 9960 6266 for more information. 

Grannies Abroad

The group Grannies Abroad is aimed at Grandmothers from overseas who have moved here or spend regular holidays with their family here.  The group meets once a month for a coffee to share experiences, meet new people and have a chat. For more information please contact Pauline on 0450 166 513.