Councillor Carli Lange has been elected Mayor of Manningham for 2026–27, with Councillor Andrew Conlon elected Deputy Mayor.
Both were elected unanimously by their fellow councillors at Manningham Council's Annual Meeting on 5 November 2026.
This is Cr Lange's second term as Mayor, having previously held the position in 2023–24. She represents Yarra Ward.
Cr Lange succeeds Cr Jim Grivas, who served as Mayor during 2025–26.
As Mayor, Cr Lange will chair Council meetings and represent the municipality at official functions and community events. The Mayor also has a leadership role in guiding Council's work alongside the other eight councillors.
The Mayor and Deputy Mayor are elected by councillors rather than directly by residents. Both positions are held for a one-year term.
Cr Lange and Cr Conlon will serve in their respective roles until the next mayoral election in 2027.
