The winners of the 2025 Manningham Monster Community Raffle have been announced, as the long-running initiative celebrates 20 years of giving back to community and supporting local fundraising.
Manningham Mayor, Councillor Deirdre Diamante drew this year's winners on Wednesday 23 July at the Templestowe Bowling Club.
- First prize - $5,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Lee Dee Loh. Ticket number: 16399
- Second prize - $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Barbara M and Stephen Thomas: Ticket number: 16458
- Third prize - $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Carmen Lau. Ticket number: 05798
- Fourth prize - $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: John Adey. Ticket number: 01662
- Fifth prize - $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: JP Lam. Ticket number: 06452
- Sixth prize - $1,000 Coles/Myer gift voucher: Bev Robertson. Ticket number: 16727
The Mayor praised the raffle's long-standing contribution, highlighting the role it's played in strengthening community connections.
"For two decades, this raffle has brought our community together and helped countless local groups deliver programs and initiatives. That's something we're incredibly proud of," Cr Diamante said.
"This year's fundraiser raised $16,000, bringing our five-year total to over $100,000 - every dollar of which has gone directly back into our community," she said.
For every $2 ticket sold, $1.50 goes directly to participating schools, clubs and groups. The remaining 50 cents supports the Manningham Community Fund, which backs local initiatives focused on:
- homelessness and affordable housing
- education and employment
- diversity and inclusion
- environmental sustainability
- wellbeing programs.
The Mayor thanked raffle partner Templestowe Bowling Club for its valued support.
"A special thank you to our raffle partner, Templestowe Bowling Club for wholeheartedly embracing this opportunity," Cr Diamante said. She also commended the Women's Friendship Group for its outstanding contribution, having sold the highest number of tickets.
She also commended the Women's Friendship Group for its outstanding contribution, having sold the highest number of tickets.
"Congratulations to the Women's Friendship Group for selling over 2,000 tickets - the most of any group this year. It's an incredible achievement and real testament to your dedication," she said.
Templestowe Bowling Club President, Eric Virgona said the raffle is a fantastic initiative.
"Templestowe Bowling Club is proud to partner with Manningham Council and be part of the Monster Community Raffle. It's an initiative that brings real joy and value across our community," Mr Virgona said.
"Having the chance to hand out prizes personally, I see firsthand the excitement and gratitude from the winners. At the same time, it's incredibly rewarding to know that local organisations like ours have raised funds to support our clubs and programs.
"This raffle is a reminder that when community comes together, everyone wins!"
