This Issue:
Profile The Powerful Owl Project Citizen scientists from the BirdLife network are the lifeblood of the Powerful Owl Project. They monitor owl breeding success, following a family through the breeding cycle from courtship to fledging, and they collect data that helps us understand threats to owls. The volunteers are also involved in advocacy and education and embody a combined knowledge base that helps generate effective conservation in real time.
When the Powerful Owl Project began in 2011 volunteers and Powerful Owl Project organisers thought they may be lucky to find up to 50 owl territories in the Greater Sydney Basin. Amazingly they now have over 230 owl territories mapped with more cropping up each year.
Who knew you could make such profound change just by listening to birds in your own backyard?
The Powerful Owl Project was instigated by a northern beaches resident, Kristen Hardy – so it’s one we should all be proud of and do our utmost to support and further the scope of.
These owls are facing a great hardship on the northern beaches, their habitat is increasingly under threat due to developments - Powerful Owls nest in large tree hollows (at least 0.5 m deep), in large eucalypts (diameter at breast height of 80-240 cm) that are at least 100 years old - car strikes are leading causes of mortality for these birds (with estimates in Sydney of 12% of the population dying each year this way), or even the burnoffs that occur during the breeding and fledging months will cause these owls to panic and abandon nesting trees and young.
That’s why it’s vital that those little green spaces, often inaccessible to all except those who live in the houses adjoining them, are maintained.
At the moment the Powerful Owl Project needs residents to report sightings/hearings of the owls, even if they are older records. This last part of the breeding season should be filled with noisy calling, which will go on until December.
The story of surf board riding at Palm Beach commences at the other end of the peninsula, at Manly. There remains some contention as to whom brought a surf board here for use, one recorded Surf Life Saving entry holding C D Paterson did as a surf life saving device in 1909, another that a Tom Walker did around the same time.
At Palm Beach it is John Ralston to whom is attributed the first surfboard riding, possibly on a board obtained from Manly's Claude West:
Adrian Curlewis (later Sir) was, possibly, the second person to ride a surfboard at Palm Beach. Adrian learned surf-board riding from John Ralston, who had the first surfboard at Palm Beach.
Later he bought his own surfboard for £5.
"It had belonged to Manly swimmer Claude West, who put an ad. in the paper reading: 'Surfboard for sale. Owner in hospital through using same'," Judge Curlewis told me. - Judge Curlewis has grown up with the century (1951, February 3). The Australian Women's Weekly (1933 - 1982), p. 17. Retrieved from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article51595911
Adrian is supposed to have purchased this board in 1923 while John's (Jack's) first ride at Palm Beach is stated to have happened in 1919 and he is the gentleman credited with introducing surfboards to Palm Beach.
Who came first with a ride-able plank of wood shaped to flow with waves, was also who taught others what they really needed to learn; how to ''stand up''!
That skill, along with stunts we'd now term 'surfing acrobatics' is attributed to a gentleman named Kahanamouku at Freshwater on a Thursday in December 1914.
Two people likely to have witnessed or heard about these early surfing on a surf board attempts would be Sydney (sometimes spelt Sidney) McAuliffe, a Manly Life Saving Club and Manly Swimming club member to whom were attributed the saving of lives at Manly both before his WWI service and afterwards, and his sister Nora - who was born at Manly in 1906 after her father was took on a job at the Manly Gas company.
Artists of the Month August 2020: Cantiamo - Singing Together While Apart
There have been quite a few videos that have been published in recent months within Australia and around the world of people joining together to provide songs and concerts to cheer the spirits of those in isolation or in lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. In fact, one of the first instances of rallying community spirit was the images and voices of Italian people beamed around the world as they would gather on their balconies to fill suddenly silent and empty streets with their voices. Even in Australia professional entertainers have joined to create music together.
Locally we have an excellent a capella group Cantiamo who have also decided to keep on keeping on.
The current leader of the Cantiamo group is Richard Griffiths who explained the current group started in 2005 after a similar choir finished with some of the founding members forming this one – Cantiamo.
They perform concerts at retirement villages and nursing homes and have, in the past, been able to use St. David’s church at Dee Why and return that favour by providing a concert for the church. However, under current circumstances, and while New South Wales was in lockdown, those meetings were suspended.
''Thus the ‘’Singing Together While Apart" video process was commenced as we wanted to keep singing together but to stay safe while doing so.’’
‘'Our membership has an average age of 75, some are younger, some are older – and we currently have 11 members.’' Richard said this week.
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter: August 23, 2020
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Domestic Waste Council Charges Review
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) is seeking feedback on its recently released discussion paper on domestic waste management charges levied by local councils.
IPART previously decided not to regulate waste charges. They now need to consider whether this is the right approach going forward.
The discussion paper asks for feedback on any issues with the prices charged for waste management services, and, if so, how IPART should respond.
Read the Local Government Domestic Waste Management Charges Discussion Paper (PDF: 861.88kb)
IPART are particularly interested in whether charges reflect the reasonable and efficient costs of providing waste services, while meeting environmental and legislative requirements.
The feedback will also help identify any opportunities for greater transparency for customers and councils.
Have your say
You can provide feedback by completing the online form here.
Have your say by Tuesday 6 October 2020.
Online Toolkit Helping NSW Businesses During COVID-19
A new online toolkit is helping businesses as they continue to navigate the challenges of COVID-19.
The online toolkit developed by the NSW Government’s business advisory service, Business Connect, includes business-related webinars, fact sheets and training videos.
The webinars are all pre-recorded and can be watched for free at any time.
Webinar topics include:
Minister for Finance and Small Business Damien Tudehope said the webinars contained invaluable tips for business owners across the state.
“It’s been a really tough year for small businesses, with drought, bushfires, floods and the ongoing COVID-19 global health pandemic hitting the hip pockets of business owners right around the state,” Mr Tudehope said.
“This is just one-way businesses can get access to the tools and resources they need to relaunch or re-establish during these challenging times.”
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Please Help Sydney Wildlife Rescue: Donate Your Cans And Bottles And Nominate SW As Recipient
You can Help Sydney Wildlife help Wildlife. Sydney Wildlife Rescue is now listed as a charity partner on the return and earn machines in these locations:- Pittwater RSL Mona Vale
- Northern Beaches Indoor Sports Centre NBISC Warriewood
- Woolworths Balgowlah
- Belrose Super centre
- Coles Manly Vale
- Westfield Warringah Mall
- Strathfield Council Carpark
- Paddy's Markets Flemington Homebush West
- Woolworths Homebush West
- Bondi Campbell pde behind Beach Pavilion
- Westfield Bondi Junction car park level 2 eastern end Woolworths side under ramp
- UNSW Kensington
- Enviro Pak McEvoy street Alexandria.
Every bottle, can, or eligible container that is returned could be 10c donated to Sydney Wildlife.
Every item returned will make a difference by removing these items from landfill and raising funds for our 100% volunteer wildlife carers. All funds raised go to support wildlife.
It is easy to DONATE, just feed the items into the machine select DONATE and choose Sydney Wildlife Rescue. The SW initiative runs until August 23rd.
Vale: Ian Adrian Curlewis
September 22, 1929 – August 19, 2020
It is our sad duty to inform this community of the passing of Ian Curlewis, son of Sir Adrian and Betty Curlewis, at Orange this week.
Many will know Mr. Curlewis through his lifelong membership of the Palm Beach SLSC where each year, until recently, he led out the swim commencement of the Masters carnival named to honour his father.
Mr Curlewis became a member of The Spit Swimming Club at the age of 5, and swam competitively since going to Sydney University, where he excelled in water polo as well as swimming. Mr Curlewis was in the training squad for the 1956 Olympics but did not get to compete as he was in his final year of law.
Alike his father, he was a staunch advocate for younger members of the community in all places through fostering and supporting The Duke of Edinburgh Award, through Outward Bound, through always promoting surf life saving as a place where the next generation can learn more about themselves as well as excel in any area they choose to apply themselves to, and in March this year was attending the official opening of the Country Education Foundation of Australia’s national office in Orange.
Likewise Ian was a firm supporter of Pittwater Online News since its commencement year, helping with historical research, sharing anecdotes, a smile, and insights – one page he provided insights on runs this Issue, that of John (Jack) Ralston, a firm friend of his fathers’ and one of the PBSLSC members who pushed to have surfboards introduced as equipment for surf life savers.
The community extends its sincere condolences to his wife Beverly, children and grandchildren during this difficult time.
RIP sir – thank you for your Service.
Avalon Boomerang Bags: Need Clean Pillowcases
Some of our volunteers are making laundry bags for nurses and paramedics."Our local front line responders plus nurses have requested laundry bags. At the end of a shift, they strip down, shower and need a place to put potentially contaminated uniforms.
Our standard boomerang bag without handles is a good size for the nurses. However, a paramedic’s uniform is much bulkier and for a pair of pants and a shirt, the bag needs to be a bit larger. A draw string top works well.
Stay safe and well."
If you have some decent pillowcases you can donate, please drop them at our workshop on Tuesdays between 11.30am-3.30pm in the Avalon Rec Centre.
Many thanks
Avalon Boomerang Bags
Niall Powers Joins The RPAYC Sail Training Team
The RPAYC would like to welcome Niall Powers to the Sail Training Team as Senior Head Instructor. Many of you will know Niall as he is a regular at the club participating in our Youth Development program as well as instructing, racing and volunteering at the club for a number of years.
Niall grew up sailing at the Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club, starting out in a Manly Junior and then progressing into a Flying Eleven. He also sailed a number of other classes including multihull's and skiffs and is currently sailing one-design keelboats, competing in youth match racing events in Australia and Internationally, as well as sailing a 13ft Skiff at the Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club.
Niall began his coaching career over 5 years ago, and since then has worked with clubs across Sydney to deliver a high standard of training to youth sailing programs as well as delivering SSSC, Radio, Essential Navigation, Powerboat courses and developing safety management systems.
Niall was the winner of the Instructor of the Year at the 2019 Australian Sailing – NSW & ACT Awards.
Niall will be working with the Clubs instructors on developing and delivering our Discover Sailing Centre sailing training activities and development programs at the Club.
The RPAYC runs a number of courses from Learn to Sail for Kids 'Tackers', Youth 'Out There' Programs and Adults Keelboat Courses, to School Holiday Programs, Class Development Training, Youth Develpment Training, Prviate Coaching sessions, Schools Training, Professional development courses and Marine courses via Above and Beyond Boating.
Active Kids Voucher can be applied to some courses.
To find out more, please visit: www.rpayc.com.au/courses
Photo: Niall doing what he does best - photo credit: RPAYC
2021 ASRL Open
The ASRL committee are pleased to announce Mollymook as the venue for the 2021 ASRL open.
The dates are 18th – 21st of February.
The event has opened up to a 3.5 day program releasing restraints on competition and allowing for potential Covid crowd restrictions.
The masters will be held on the Thursday afternoon and competitors are encouraged to celebrate their event, or rest and prepare for entry into the reserve grade the following day.
The final race on Sunday will be completed at 2:00pm, medals ceremony to follow.
It is widely known that the Covid environment is constantly changing but your carnival committee is planning the event as normal in anticipation for a successful event. Updates will be provided each month.
Thank you
ASRL Team
Photo Credit - Malcolm Trees
Hobie States 2020 To Be Held On Pittwater
August 9, 2020: Hobie Cat NSW
We are excited to announce the 2020 NSW State Titles will be held 28-29 November at Palm Beach Sailing Club and will be open to ALL CLASSES! H14, H16, H18, Tiger and WildCat.
Registrations will be open soon!
This Issue:
Profile 75 Years Since The End Of The Second World War: Honouring Three Local Ladies Who Served - Dorothy Curtis, Mavis Wheeler, Eugenie AllenAlmost one million Australians served during the Second World War, fighting in theatres of war across the globe, from Europe and the Middle East through South East Asia to the Pacific. Keep in mind, this was at a time when the total population of Australia was around 7 million.
Over 39,000 died and some 30,000 Australian service men and women were made prisoners of war.
Australian women played a vital role, serving as nurses overseas, in auxiliary services in Australia and overseas and as workers throughout the war, maintaining our agricultural and manufacturing interests at home.
''We should never forget that this was a war not only fought on foreign lands, but one that came to the Australian mainland. From air raids on Darwin, Broome and across Northern Australia, to midget submarine attacks on Sydney Harbour, there were hundreds of Australians killed.'' The Hon Darren Chester MP, Minister for Veterans' Affairs, said this week
''The fear of an all-out attack on Australia by Japanese forces was very real.
Veterans and their family members were encouraged to share their stories of service, as part of a month long campaign launched by the NSW Government in lead up to the 75th anniversary of the Second World War. Acting Minister for Veterans Geoff Lee said the One Month to Remember VP Day will ensure the COVID-19 pandemic does not take away from the significance of this year’s 75th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific (VP Day).
“We are living through a once in a lifetime pandemic right now and our nation also lived through a horrible conflict no generation should ever experience again,” Mr Lee said.
“Second World War veterans are still living with us today and this campaign is about ensuring we capture their stories to tell future generations.''
The NSW Government is compiling a digital stories catalogue from WWII veterans and widows which is available as an online educational resource for schools and universities.
"Everyone is also encouraged to share their stories, pictures and videos on social media for this special 75th anniversary tribute using the hashtag #VeteranStory75years,” Mr Lee said.
“These stories are precious and special and they should never be forgotten.”
The digital catalogue is now available and will be continually updated over the coming months at: www.warmemorialsregister.nsw.gov.au/nsw-stories/theme/75th-anniversary-stories
This Issue, to honour and celebrate their service, three insights from three women that form part of that digital archive and are part of our community still.
At the outbreak of the Second World War, Muriel Knox Doherty was appointed matron of the No.3 RAAF Hospital in Richmond, New South Wales. An already distinguished Sydney nurse, she helped to establish the Royal Australian Air Force Nursing Service (RAANS) in New South Wales and Queensland from 1940 - 1944 and co-authored one of the first Australian nursing textbooks Modern Practical Nursing Procedures in 1944. Muriel was awarded the Royal Red Cross Medal (1st Class)1 for her work, before being demobilised in May 1945.
Enthusiastic to provide aid in Europe, Sister Doherty arrived in Germany on July 11th 1945 as Principal Matron for the United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration (UNRRA). The Bergen-Belson Concentration Camp had been liberated from the Nazis some months before. British troops were faced with more than 40,000 desperately starving and ill men, women and children and more than 10,000 unburied dead. In addition to the 50,000 who had already perished, 13,000 would die from malnutrition and disease in the weeks following the liberation. After the mammoth task of evacuating survivors, British forces destroyed the camp by fire to prevent the spread of typhus.
Muriel wrote extensive 'Community Letters' to family and friends in Sydney, recording her insights of the camp and the extraordinary suffering she witnessed:
"We drove past vast areas of burnt out huts with only the charred remains & a few odd bits of china & rusted & burnt metal to mark the site. Enormous graves holding from 500 to 8,000 bodies each are grim reminders of Nazi brutality. Practically no children under two survive. A crematorium complete with metal stretcher and long handled metal stoker, nearby, needs no explanation. No babies born in camp were allowed to live. An enormous pile of half burnt out leather boots & shoes, marks the place where they were dumped by the Germans to be used as fuel.The pump where so many were beaten to death as they crawled in search of water, was evident."
Sister Doherty went on to assist thousands of survivors at the Bergen-Belsen displaced persons camp established nearby to the ruins. On 27 July 1945, she wrote to her friends:
"The work facing the liberators must have at first appeared insurmountable and praise is too high for those men and women who by their courage, energy, initiative & enthusiasm, brought to the survivors of this horror, tragedy and suffering, food & drink, cleanliness and sympathy and some glimmer of hope for the future."
All the time she was serving overseas a home to return to at Avalon Beach was being built for her.
After returning to Sydney, Muriel resided for a time at the Queen Mary Nurses’ Home at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and co-founded both the New South Wales College of Nursing (today the Australian College of Nursing) in 1949 and the Civilian Nursing Services Bureau. She died in 1988 at the age of 92.
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Hobie States 2020 To Be Held On Pittwater
August 9, 2020: Hobie Cat NSW
We are excited to announce the 2020 NSW State Titles will be held 28-29 November at Palm Beach Sailing Club and will be open to ALL CLASSES! H14, H16, H18, Tiger and WildCat.
Registrations will be open soon!
Scotland Island Rural Fire Brigade Winter Training
August 9, 2020
It probably doesn’t feel like it on a wet and cold day like today, but the next fire season is less than 2 months away. Today our new Brigade members spent the morning practicing skills for their Bush Firefighter qualification. Hopefully they will all be qualified in time to help out in the coming fire season.
Marine Rescue Broken Bay 2 X BB30
Broken Bay's two BB30 class vessels, the old guard (left) vs the new (right) - at Bayview. Inductions on the Naiad continue this weekend ensuring our Broken Bay members are ready to operate on the new vessel when moved into rescue status at the end of August.
Ingleside Rural Fire Brigade On Duty
August 10, 2020
Ingleside NSWRFS Pumper and Tanker responded about 8.30am this morning to a fallen tree on Mona Vale Rd, Ingleside just East of Kimbriki Rd. Police were on scene managing traffic whilst our RFS volunteers cut up the tree.
Narrabeen Sharks 90th Year
Big thank you to Life Member Phil Hunter who has been working tirelessly on finalising the Narrabeen Sharks history. Watch for an update for the Club’s History up to 1989 to be loaded to the website www.narrabeensharks.com.au.
In the lead up to our 90th year in 2022, we will be showcasing a monthly Life Member profile. Guess who will be our first Life Member to be profiled?
Sydney Wildlife Flight Aviary At Waratah Park Repaired
It’s Finished!!
Our flight aviary has had a much needed facelift.
Thank you all who have donated to make this possible.
Thanks to Adam from Service Trades Now for completing the job.
The flight aviary can be used for the rehabilitation of large birds including Raptors, Owls, Currawongs, Ravens, Kookaburras and many more species.
New shade cloth on top in the middle for shade and cosy corner shelters for the birds. Finished!! So much better now.
We used a soft mesh to line the walls and ceiling of the existing structure to protect the birds from injury and feathers from damage.
Report and photos by Karen Rolls
Lifesaving Boost For Seniors Transport Service
A Northern Beaches not-for-profit community organisation has received a grant of $4,980 to purchase a defibrillator and GPS trackers to improve the safety of their clients.
Easylink, which offer transport and shuttle options for senior citizens living on The Northern Beaches, received the grant from their Federal Member for Parliament, Jason Falinski MP.
Mr Falinski visited the Easylink headquarters in Cromer and met with their General Manager, Dan Giles to discuss how the grant would be used.
“Easylink provides community transport services to 4,500 of the more vulnerable members of our Northern Beaches community.” Mr Giles stated.
“This is made possible thanks to the dedication of over 60 hardworking volunteers. The Volunteer Grant has allowed us to purchase GPS safety devices and a portable defibrillator to provide an extra level of safety and security for those using community transport services.”
“These devices not only protect those travelling with us but also provide peace of mind for the wonderful volunteers supporting our service.”
Mr Falinski has met with Easylink staff and volunteers a number of times since he came to office, including going on a ‘ride-along’ in 2016, meeting customers and volunteers.
“Since being elected, I have been fortunate enough to see firsthand the amazing work Easylink do.” Mr Falinski said.
“Working with senior Australians, safety and healthcare is a top priority to Dan and his team. This grant will help them keep their clients safe as they travel to and from their appointments.”
“Organisations like Easylink are a big party of turning suburbs, into communities.”
Easylink is a popular service on the Northern Beaches, for seniors and those with a disability who need assistance getting to appointments, or even just getting out of the house. On the Easylink website, Pam from Elanora Heights has said: “I cannot speak highly enough of the lovely staff… and the drivers who are just so willing to help you and are caring of you.”
The grant was awarded under the Volunteer Grants Program – 2019-20, delivered on behalf of the Department of Social Services. The program aims to strengthen relationships, support families, improve wellbeing of children and young people, reduce the cost of family breakdown and strengthen family and community functioning.
Photo: Easylink GM, Dan Giles with Mackellar MP, Jason Falinski and the Defibrillator purchased with the grant.
Pets Of The Week
Charlotte
AGE/SEX: 5 months / F
BREED: Staffy X Cattle
Charlotte is a super friendly happy bouncy girl. She is good with kids but as she does a lot of jumping up is best suited to 10+yo. She is still learning what walking on lead is all about. She has a short coat and weighs about 17kg. She comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DR Vet. Her adoption cost is $450.
Ronan
Ronan is a tabby boy around 2 years old. He enjoys pats and cuddles and comes desexed, wormed, F3 vaccinated, FIV/FeLV tested and microchipped. His adoption fee is $220.
If you are interested in meeting him, call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email cats@DoggieRescue.com.
DOG WALKING is recommencing
DoggieRescue is delighted to announce restrictions have been lifted on walking at our shelter, we are looking forward to welcoming you back onsite.
We have had some changes occur during COVID-19 that we want you to be aware of. We no longer require you to sign up in advance for dog walking. However, due to the large number of successful adoptions we have very few child friendly dogs available to walk so we may not be able to accommodate walking for your family at this point, also due to the sheer number of adoptions we have fewer dogs onsite who are ready to walk with the public. This means there may be a delay in getting a dog for you to walk. We ask for your patience with our team at this time.
We continue to practise social distancing onsite and have plenty of hand sanitiser ready for your return.
We look forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones to our shelter and appreciate your ongoing support during these difficult times.
We are in urgent need of Topical Heartworm Treatment(Advocate or Revolution), Breeder’s Choice Cat Litter, cat food, cable ties and latex gloves.
Foster Carers Needed
Not everyone is in a position to adopt a dog, which is why DoggieRescue runs a foster program making it easy for caring dog lovers to make an immediate difference.
Meet our top ten doggies desperate for a foster home. These are most frequently doggies who have spent a long time in the shelter and are in urgent need of some quiet time in a loving home.
For further details or to meet all cats, rabbits and dogs at Doggie Rescue call 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Rehoming Organisation No R251000024.
Scheduled Roadwork: Palm Beach
Barrenjoey Road between Illuka Rd and Thyra Road
Mon 3 Aug 2020 to Mon 31 Aug 2020
Scheduled roadwork this week: Weekdays (10:00am to 2:30pm)
Both directions affected
Advice: Reduced speed limit (40km/h), Check signage, Exercise caution
Other Advice: Alternating (stop/slow) traffic conditions will be in place.
Please Help Sydney Wildlife Rescue: Donate Your Cans And Bottles And Nominate SW As Recipient
You can Help Sydney Wildlife help Wildlife. Sydney Wildlife Rescue is now listed as a charity partner on the return and earn machines in these locations:- Pittwater RSL Mona Vale
- Northern Beaches Indoor Sports Centre NBISC Warriewood
- Woolworths Balgowlah
- Belrose Super centre
- Coles Manly Vale
- Westfield Warringah Mall
- Strathfield Council Carpark
- Paddy's Markets Flemington Homebush West
- Woolworths Homebush West
- Bondi Campbell pde behind Beach Pavilion
- Westfield Bondi Junction car park level 2 eastern end Woolworths side under ramp
- UNSW Kensington
- Enviro Pak McEvoy street Alexandria.
Every bottle, can, or eligible container that is returned could be 10c donated to Sydney Wildlife.
Every item returned will make a difference by removing these items from landfill and raising funds for our 100% volunteer wildlife carers. All funds raised go to support wildlife.
It is easy to DONATE, just feed the items into the machine select DONATE and choose Sydney Wildlife Rescue. The SW initiative runs until August 23rd.
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter: August 1, 2020
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Newport Residents Association August Meeting
Our next meeting is on Tuesday evening 18th August 2020 at 7.00 pm at our normal meeting place Activity Room 1, Newport Community Centre, The Boulevard, Newport.Our AGM is usually held prior to the July ordinary meeting but due to the Covid-19 restrictions with regard to numbers we have postponed the 2020 AGM until later in the year on date to be advised.
Find out more at: newport.org.au
Online Toolkit Helping NSW Businesses During COVID-19
August 13, 2020
A new online toolkit is helping businesses as they continue to navigate the challenges of COVID-19.
The online toolkit developed by the NSW Government’s business advisory service, Business Connect, includes business-related webinars, fact sheets and training videos.
The webinars are all pre-recorded and can be watched for free at any time.
Webinar topics include:
Minister for Finance and Small Business Damien Tudehope said the webinars contained invaluable tips for business owners across the state.
“It’s been a really tough year for small businesses, with drought, bushfires, floods and the ongoing COVID-19 global health pandemic hitting the hip pockets of business owners right around the state,” Mr Tudehope said.
“This is just one-way businesses can get access to the tools and resources they need to relaunch or re-establish during these challenging times.”
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This Issue:
Profile Sue Martin - The Pittwater community has been built and maintained on the individuals who live here contributing in one form or another to its residents organisations, its bushcare groups, the surf life saving clubs or those organisations that help foster connection and sharing skills that allow others to be able to access and negotiate new ways to connect - such as being able to use computer technology as one instance.This week a small insight into a former Barrenjoey High School teacher and current volunteer member of the Friends of Currawong, AvPals (computer skills for seniors taught by seniors), the Save Mona Vale Hospital Committee, founder of the Pittwater Ramblers, secretary for years of the Avalon Preservation Trust (now APA), committee member of the Careel Bay Pittwater Protection Association.
History Gwenyth Sneesby (nee Forster ) served as a Writer with the Women's Royal Australian Naval Service (WRANS) at the degaussing building at Bradleys Head during WWII. Degaussing is the process of decreasing or eliminating a remnant magnetic field. Degaussing was originally applied to reduce ships' magnetic signatures during WWII.Attached to the HMS Kuttabul, this lifelong Mona Vale-Warriewood resident shares a few insights into her service and life in our area before and after this conflict. On June 17, 2020 Gwen celebrated her 96th birthday!
Tribute For VP Day 75th Anniversary
Veterans and their family members are being encouraged to share their stories of service, as part of a month long campaign launched by the NSW Government in lead up to the 75th anniversary of the Second World War.
Acting Minister for Veterans Geoff Lee said One Month to Remember VP Day will ensure the COVID-19 pandemic does not take away from the significance of this year’s 75th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific (VP Day).
“We are living through a once in a lifetime pandemic right now and our nation also lived through a horrible conflict no generation should ever experience again,” Mr Lee said.
“Second World War veterans are still living with us today and this campaign is about ensuring we capture their stories to tell future generations.”
“We must not let COVID-19 get in the way of honouring their service to our nation, and by encouraging people to share their stories digitally we will create a lasting legacy.”
The NSW Government is compiling a digital stories catalogue from WWII veterans and widows which is available as an online educational resource for schools and universities.
"Everyone is also encouraged to share their stories, pictures and videos on social media for this special 75th anniversary tribute using the hashtag #VeteranStory75years,” Mr Lee said.
“These stories are precious and special and they should never be forgotten.”
VP Day, on 15 August, commemorates the end of WWII in which over 27,000 Australians were killed and a further 23,000 were wounded.
The digital catalogue will be available and continually updated over the coming months at:
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Artists of the Month August 2020: Cantiamo - Singing Together While Apart
There have been quite a few videos that have been published in recent months within Australia and around the world of people joining together to provide songs and concerts to cheer the spirits of those in isolation or in lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. In fact, one of the first instances of rallying community spirit was the images and voices of Italian people beamed around the world as they would gather on their balconies to fill suddenly silent and empty streets with their voices. Even in Australia professional entertainers have joined to create music together.
Locally we have an excellent a capella group Cantiamo who have also decided to keep on keeping on.
The current leader of the Cantiamo group is Richard Griffiths who explained the current group started in 2005 after a similar choir finished with some of the founding members forming this one – Cantiamo.
They perform concerts at retirement villages and nursing homes and have, in the past, been able to use St. David’s church at Dee Why and return that favour by providing a concert for the church. However, under current circumstances, and while New South Wales was in lockdown, those meetings were suspended.
''Thus the ‘’Singing Together While Apart" video process was commenced as we wanted to keep singing together but to stay safe while doing so.’’
‘'Our membership has an average age of 75, some are younger, some are older – and we currently have 11 members.’' Richard said this week.
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter: August 1, 2020
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Honouring Our World War Two Veterans
July 29, 2020
A special commemorative medallion marking the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War on 15 August is now available to every living Second World War veteran in Mackellar to say, ‘thank you for your service’.
Member for Mackellar, Jason Falinski MP today encouraged all local Second World War veterans to apply.
“The Northern Beaches has a rich Second World War history and is proud to be the home to veterans from this remarkable generation of Australians who served our nation during the Second World War,” Mr Falinski said.
While more than one million Australian men and women fought during the Second World War campaigns, incredibly, around 12,000 veterans who served during the Second World War are still with us today. This will be one of the last opportunities we have as a nation to publicly acknowledge this special group of Australians.
“These brave Australians served our nation in the far corners of the world, fighting in theatres of war from Europe to North Africa, the Mediterranean and the Middle East, to Asia and the Pacific, with the conflict also reaching Australian shores,”
“Australia can never fully repay the debt we owe these amazing men and women but, to mark their service, the Federal Government is producing this Commemorative Medallion and Certificate of Commemoration for the remaining living Second World War veterans.”
“I encourage all veterans, or their family members on their behalf, to apply to receive a medallion and certificate as a special thank you from a grateful nation for all they have done.”
The obverse design will feature the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, wording of appreciation and identify by name theatres of war that saw the significant involvement of Australian Armed Forces. The medallion reverse design utilises the poppy as the central symbol surrounded by the wording of ‘Australia Remembers’ and the beginning and end years of the Second World War.
The medallion will be presented in a display case and will include a card that explains the design and contains a brief expression of thanks. The theatres of war detailed on the medallion are based on locations identified within the Commemorative Courtyard of the Australian War Memorial (AWM).
The design of the commemorative certificate will complement the medallion. The design includes the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, ‘Australia Remembers’ wording and the beginning and end year of 75 years of the anniversary: 1945-2020.
The certificate will be contained within its own folder that will allow for independent display, framing and mounting.
Applications can be made online or for those without access to the internet, by phone on 1800 VETERAN (1800 838 372).
Mr Falinski says that Second World War veterans, or their families on their behalf, can apply online at dva.gov.au/medallion or, for those without internet access, by phone on 02 6191 8217 during business hours. The Commemorative Medallions and Certificates will be distributed during August.
Please note: the final medallion to be struck may vary in size, scale and design from this image.
Newport Residents Association August Meeting
Our next meetings is on Tuesday evening 18th August 2020 at 7.00 pm at our normal meeting place Activity Room 1, Newport Community Centre, The Boulevard, Newport.Our AGM is usually held prior to the July ordinary meeting but due to the Covid-19 restrictions with regard to numbers we have postponed the 2020 AGM until later in the year on date to be advised.
Find out more at: newport.org.au
Scheduled Roadwork: Palm Beach
Barrenjoey Road between Illuka Rd and Thyra Road
Mon 3 Aug 2020 to Mon 31 Aug 2020
Scheduled roadwork this week: Weekdays (10:00am to 2:30pm)
Both directions affected
Advice: Reduced speed limit (40km/h), Check signage, Exercise caution
Other Advice: Alternating (stop/slow) traffic conditions will be in place.
Pets Of The Week
Judy
AGE/SEX: 10 years / F
BREED: Maltese X Silky
Judy is a sweet girl who was not coping in the pound. Her vision is poor. Judy is happy to be the only dog in the household but will engage with other dogs. She came under Duty of Care. She has just had mammary tumours removed and has had a dental. The mammary tumours have been completely excised but they were carcinomas. She has a loud heart murmur and is now on heart medication for life. Despite her age she is good at climbing low fencing. She has a non-shedding coat and weighs 4.2kg. She comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DR Vet. Her adoption cost is $450. For further details email monika@doggierescue.com.
Athena
Athena is a sweet girl who loves to play but also happy to relax at home alone. She came from the pound with allergy issues which are being managed with medication and special diet. She has been used to living in a busy vet clinic around other cats and dogs but is best suited to a calm household where she can unwind and relax. She has a short coat and weighs a tiny 2.9kg. She comes desexed, wormed, F3 vaccinated, FIV/FeLV tested and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $220. If you are interested in meeting her, call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email cats@DoggieRescue.com. She is located on the Northern Beaches.
DOG WALKING is recommencing
DoggieRescue is delighted to announce restrictions have been lifted on walking at our shelter, we are looking forward to welcoming you back onsite.
We have had some changes occur during COVID-19 that we want you to be aware of. We no longer require you to sign up in advance for dog walking. However, due to the large number of successful adoptions we have very few child friendly dogs available to walk so we may not be able to accommodate walking for your family at this point, also due to the sheer number of adoptions we have fewer dogs onsite who are ready to walk with the public. This means there may be a delay in getting a dog for you to walk. We ask for your patience with our team at this time.
We continue to practise social distancing onsite and have plenty of hand sanitiser ready for your return.
We look forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones to our shelter and appreciate your ongoing support during these difficult times.
We are in urgent need of Topical Heartworm Treatment(Advocate or Revolution), Breeder’s Choice Cat Litter, cat food, cable ties and latex gloves.
Foster Carers Needed
Not everyone is in a position to adopt a dog, which is why DoggieRescue runs a foster program making it easy for caring dog lovers to make an immediate difference.
Meet our top ten doggies desperate for a foster home. These are most frequently doggies who have spent a long time in the shelter and are in urgent need of some quiet time in a loving home.
For further details or to meet all cats, rabbits and dogs at Doggie Rescue call 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Rehoming Organisation No R251000024.
Please Help Sydney Wildlife Rescue: Donate Your Cans And Bottles And Nominate SW As Recipient
You can Help Sydney Wildlife help Wildlife. Sydney Wildlife Rescue is now listed as a charity partner on the return and earn machines in these locations:- Pittwater RSL Mona Vale
- Northern Beaches Indoor Sports Centre NBISC Warriewood
- Woolworths Balgowlah
- Belrose Super centre
- Coles Manly Vale
- Westfield Warringah Mall
- Strathfield Council Carpark
- Paddy's Markets Flemington Homebush West
- Woolworths Homebush West
- Bondi Campbell pde behind Beach Pavilion
- Westfield Bondi Junction car park level 2 eastern end Woolworths side under ramp
- UNSW Kensington
- Enviro Pak McEvoy street Alexandria.
Every bottle, can, or eligible container that is returned could be 10c donated to Sydney Wildlife.
Every item returned will make a difference by removing these items from landfill and raising funds for our 100% volunteer wildlife carers. All funds raised go to support wildlife.
It is easy to DONATE, just feed the items into the machine select DONATE and choose Sydney Wildlife Rescue. The SW initiative runs until August 23rd.
This Issue:
Profile Colin Victor James MasonOctober 28, 1926 - July 18, 2020
Pittwater, the northern beaches, and indeed Australia as a whole, recently lost one of our larger than life figures from bygone years. Colin Mason, known to his close friends as Jim, was amongst many other things, deputy leader of the Australian Democrats in the eighties and acting leader at various times.
Colin died aged 93 in Neringah hospital on Saturday, July 18, after a long illness. His wife Nancy passed in 2001 and he leaves three children, Mark, Rosemary, Matthew, and five grandchildren.
Born in Auckland in 1926, Jim began his career as a reporter in New Zealand.
Tribute by Matthew Mason, the ABC and more.
Wal Williams is a legend in Pittwater, a World War II Veteran, Mr. Williams has worked tirelessly for decades when Pittwater RSL Sub-Branch President to look after members and was present, along with fellow WWI Veteran Brian Sargeson at the May 16, 1999 dedication and Official opening of the original Cenotaph at Pittwater RSL.
Taken prisoner at the fall of Singapore, Wal worked on the Burma Railway prior to being sent to Japan to work, and experienced being sunk en-route. He survived Changi, he survived Burma, he survived being in the open ocean prior to being picked up again and sent to Japan for a year of hard work and being the focus of anger when the bombing of Japan began. He survived the firebombing of Tokyo and Yokohama by Allied bombers and finally returned home on October 10th, 1945 - his 23rd birthday.
When asked him how he kept his spirits up he referred us back to the jokes by a 'voice that would sing out' with something at times when he and those he fought or survived beside were in direst straits - small witticisms he still laughs at in recalling.
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Vale Margaret Kirsop
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Margaret Kirsop, regarded by many as the elder stateswoman of Surfrider Foundation Australia.
Margaret and Tom Kirsop (Tom was crucial to initiating the 3 Sydney Surfrider branches in 1991) were happily married for a stylish 67 years. Margaret is believed to be the only white woman to have kayaked the length of the Snowy River before it was dammed.
Tom and Margaret kayaked many east coast rivers in boats they built themselves; she was a keen swimmer as well as a rare female face in the lineup bodysurfing along the Cronulla/Wanda stretch through the 1960's. She volunteered to teach asthmatic kids swimming for over a decade, volunteered once a week at ACF for 6 years, and donated blood/plasma on over 430 occasions!
Tom and Margaret made Narrabeen their home in the early '70s and the North Narrabeen community in particular will sorely miss her generous presence and her "dancing feet".
Margaret is survived by Tom and an extended family including 6 grandchildren.
RIP - and thank you for your Service.
Surfrider Foundation Northern Beaches
Avalon Dunes Bushcare This Sunday
Sunday August 2 will be a great day on the dunes. Plenty of weeds for us all, lovely views, great company.
Come a give us a hand 8.30 to 11.30. Meet behind Barrenjoey High, off Tasman Rd. We have tools. Bring light gardening gloves and wear long sleeves and long pants.
BYO morning tea because of COVID.
Thieves Targeting Church Point Boat Engines
Northern Beaches Police Area Command report a Quintrex was stolen from where it was parked and locked on McCarrs Creek Road at Church Point on Tuesday July 28th this week.
It was found, along with several other boats, on the beach at Church Point, all with their engines apparently removed.
New Commodore For RPAYC
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club held their AGM on July 21st, 2020 Allen Stormon being elected to the position of Commodore for the club, a position outgoing Commodore Michael Lockley has served in for the past three years.
The following people were announced as elected officials of RPAYC:
Leon Wilson, Vice Commodore
David Williams, Rear Commodore Cruising
Andrew Springer, Rear Commodore Centreboard
Julia Hornsby, was re-elected for a second term as Rear Commodore Activities
Prior to handing over to the newly elected Commodore Storman, Commodore Michael Lockley presented the Clubmanship Trophy for 2019/20 to Bob Bennett in recognition of his key role in RPAYC’s Integrated disAbled Sailing (IdS) program.
Bob has been fundamental in driving both the Soldier On and St John of God sailing programs, arranging volunteer members to not only donate their yachts, but also their time to take returned servicemen and women through sail training and family picnic days.
Craig Evans, RPAYC General Manager, stated in an update to members that Bob has not only been an integral part of these programs run through the club but also formed an important part of the RPAYC team to provide on-water support at the 2018 Invictus Games.
Through Bob’s great work, the Club has seen hundreds of returned servicemen enjoy sailing and time on the water.
Commodore Allen Storman, RPAYC photo
Bob Bennett - Clubmanship Trophy for 2019/20, RPAYC photo
Please Help Sydney Wildlife Rescue: Donate Your Cans And Bottles And Nominate SW As Recipient
You can Help Sydney Wildlife help Wildlife. Sydney Wildlife Rescue is now listed as a charity partner on the return and earn machines in these locations:- Pittwater RSL Mona Vale
- Northern Beaches Indoor Sports Centre NBISC Warriewood
- Woolworths Balgowlah
- Belrose Super centre
- Coles Manly Vale
- Westfield Warringah Mall
- Strathfield Council Carpark
- Paddy's Markets Flemington Homebush West
- Woolworths Homebush West
- Bondi Campbell pde behind Beach Pavilion
- Westfield Bondi Junction car park level 2 eastern end Woolworths side under ramp
- UNSW Kensington
- Enviro Pak McEvoy street Alexandria.
Every bottle, can, or eligible container that is returned could be 10c donated to Sydney Wildlife.
Every item returned will make a difference by removing these items from landfill and raising funds for our 100% volunteer wildlife carers. All funds raised go to support wildlife.
It is easy to DONATE, just feed the items into the machine select DONATE and choose Sydney Wildlife Rescue. The SW initiative runs until August 23rd.
Pittwater High School Sailing Program Fund
At Pittwater High our connection to the environment and the ocean is part of our DNA. Our Sailing program supports personal development as well as the development of life skills. There’s something about sailing that makes it quite unlike other sports. More than just skill and strategy, it teaches certain values that shape young people into unique athletes.We usually focus on the physical aspects of sport and we forget how much we stand to gain from the sport – both socially and emotionally. Sailing is not just a sport that keeps you fit, but also one that develops you into a well-rounded individual – something far more important than winning raced or gold medals.
As our local America’s cup skipper Jimmy Spithill put it: “If you want to go fast, you go alone, If you want to go far, you go together.”
Support this Initiative at: https://asf.org.au/projects/pittwater-high-school/
About the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF)
The unique purpose of the Foundation is to enable donors to claim a tax deduction for donations made to sporting projects that have signed up to fundraise with us. Over the last 30 years, the Foundation has helped increased funding to all levels of sport by more than $345 million!
In simple terms, for every donation of $2 or more, the Foundation provides a receipt to the donor that they can then use to claim their tax deduction for the donation.
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter: August 1, 2020
Click on Logo to access latest PON:
To contact Julian: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
Honouring Our World War Two Veterans
July 29, 2020
A special commemorative medallion marking the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War on 15 August is now available to every living Second World War veteran in Mackellar to say, ‘thank you for your service’.
Member for Mackellar, Jason Falinski MP today encouraged all local Second World War veterans to apply.
“The Northern Beaches has a rich Second World War history and is proud to be the home to veterans from this remarkable generation of Australians who served our nation during the Second World War,” Mr Falinski said.
While more than one million Australian men and women fought during the Second World War campaigns, incredibly, around 12,000 veterans who served during the Second World War are still with us today. This will be one of the last opportunities we have as a nation to publicly acknowledge this special group of Australians.
“These brave Australians served our nation in the far corners of the world, fighting in theatres of war from Europe to North Africa, the Mediterranean and the Middle East, to Asia and the Pacific, with the conflict also reaching Australian shores,”
“Australia can never fully repay the debt we owe these amazing men and women but, to mark their service, the Federal Government is producing this Commemorative Medallion and Certificate of Commemoration for the remaining living Second World War veterans.”
“I encourage all veterans, or their family members on their behalf, to apply to receive a medallion and certificate as a special thank you from a grateful nation for all they have done.”
The obverse design will feature the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, wording of appreciation and identify by name theatres of war that saw the significant involvement of Australian Armed Forces. The medallion reverse design utilises the poppy as the central symbol surrounded by the wording of ‘Australia Remembers’ and the beginning and end years of the Second World War.
The medallion will be presented in a display case and will include a card that explains the design and contains a brief expression of thanks. The theatres of war detailed on the medallion are based on locations identified within the Commemorative Courtyard of the Australian War Memorial (AWM).
The design of the commemorative certificate will complement the medallion. The design includes the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, ‘Australia Remembers’ wording and the beginning and end year of 75 years of the anniversary: 1945-2020.
The certificate will be contained within its own folder that will allow for independent display, framing and mounting.
Applications can be made online or for those without access to the internet, by phone on 1800 VETERAN (1800 838 372).
Mr Falinski says that Second World War veterans, or their families on their behalf, can apply online at dva.gov.au/medallion or, for those without internet access, by phone on 02 6191 8217 during business hours. The Commemorative Medallions and Certificates will be distributed during August.
Please note: the final medallion to be struck may vary in size, scale and design from this image.
Palm Beach Sailing Club 2020/21 Committee
A big thank you to the outgoing PBSC committee for all their hard work last season and congratulations to the elected committee for season 2020/2021:
Commodore - Anthony Duchatel
Vice Commodore - Jon Hoile
Secretary - Regina Renfree
Treasurer - Evelyn Harves
Race Secretary - David Fisher
Publicity - Immy Hoile
Infrastructure Coordinator - Dick Clarke
Windsurfer Reps - Richard Lacey & Dan Wilson
Scheduled Roadwork: Palm Beach
Barrenjoey Road between Illuka Rd and Thyra Road
Mon 3 Aug 2020 to Mon 31 Aug 2020
Scheduled roadwork this week: Weekdays (10:00am to 2:30pm)
Both directions affected
Advice: Reduced speed limit (40km/h), Check signage, Exercise caution
Other Advice: Alternating (stop/slow) traffic conditions will be in place.
Zonta Club Of Northern Beaches News
Zonta fundraising events are on hold for now. However we are planning some events for later in the year. Save the date for our Annual Trivia Night - Looking forward we have a tentative date for our annual Trivia Night on Saturday 26 September. We will keep you informed as the time progresses and COVID restrictions adjust.Zonta Birthing Kits Project
Many local community members have enjoyed our packing days for Birthing Kits.
From 2004 to 2019 our Club packed 57,800 kits with community assistance.
Due to COVID we are unable to hold a packing day this year.
Here is a short history of the project
A History of BKFA
The project started in 1999 by ZC Adelaide Hills member - dentist Julie Monis- Ivett after she had been an international volunteer. She received an OAM for this work in 2018
In 2004 it became a Zonta District project to address 5 of the UN Millennium Goals being
2. to achieve universal primary education;
3. to promote gender equality and empower women
4. to reduce child mortality;
5. to improve maternal health;
8. to develop a global partnership for development.
From 2004 to 2019 a grand total of 2.2 million kits were made and distributed.
Early days involved cutting the plastic off a huge roll, and taking packed boxes to the post office!!!
In 2004 we packed 1000 kits at 75 cents each at a retirement village in Turramurra
2006 9000 kits, at $2 each costs include education of trainers in the area.
2007 8000 kits
2013 3600 kits (cost increase $2-$3)
2010 we brought the project down to the Peninsula and set it up as a community packing day with the help of Barrenjoey High school, who have continued to supported us.
After charter of Mackellar Girls Campus Zclub in 2014 we took it to Mackellar and since then have packed at Mackellar, Freshwater, Pittwater and Narrabeen as well as Barrenjoey High schools and 200 kits were packed at MVH palliative care because one of the patients was a midwife.
A school presentation to both boys and girls is given prior to the packing day covering service, advocacy, social justice, geography and statistics.
In 2018 we also packed 600 kits at Queenwood School - with all costs donated by Ana Deleon - the reward she could have had for herself after being a guest speaker at the school
Zonta Club of Northern Beaches hopes to return to packing of birthing kits in the future.
A Message from our President
July 2020 is a significant milestone in the history of our Club as we celebrate our 45th year of working to support disadvantaged women and children.
Our Club's forty fifth anniversary was celebrated with a Zoom meeting until we can safely meet in person to share a dinner and cake.
Ana Deleon - a member of our Club for 43 of the Club’s 45 years - was recognised for her commitment to the goals of Zonta. Thank you Ana.
Zonta Club of Northern Beaches congratulates Club Past President Bernardine Guy on being inducted as District 24 Area 1 Director. It is an honour for the Club to have a member on the District Board and we are sure Bernardine will enjoy the role and attending meetings of other district clubs.
Our Club is proud to continue its support of disadvantaged women and children through these difficult times. Club meetings are by Zoom, and members also meet regularly for coffee and a chat at a park. Each committee is able to provide information and items as required to meet the needs of local womens' refuges and the Northern Beaches Women's Shelter. Domestic violence is increasing so the demand for support is even more critical especially as many are also experiencing financial hardship.
With some regular ZCNB fundraising events cancelled for this year the club will be investigating a variety of approaches to enable the continuation of support to the agencies.
Please stay safe and, even though the members are not as visible at this time, please be assured the ZCNB work will continue.
Susan Benson
President
ZCNB Facebook Activity
You can follow the Zonta Club of Northern Beaches on Facebook. We post our Club activities, our Club projects and information relating to our Club goals. 'Like' our Facebook page for regular updates in your Facebook Newsfeed. You can view our Facebook page HERE.
Pets Of The Week
Amber
AGE/SEX: 12 months / F
BREED: American Staffy X
Amber is an active affectionate girl who loves people and is great with kids. Out walking she does pull on lead a little as puppies do. She ignores cars but lunges at passing dogs. She likes to jog and really enjoys pats and cuddles. Walkers say "Amber was delightful. Had some moments of walking on loose lead", "Does pull towards passing dogs as she is still young and puppy like in nature." She has a smooth coat and weighs 21.9kg. She comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DR Vet. Her adoption cost is $450. For further details email monika@doggierescue.com.
Athena
Athena is a sweet girl who loves to play but also happy to relax at home alone. She came from the pound with allergy issues which are being managed with medication and special diet. She has been used to living in a busy vet clinic around other cats and dogs but is best suited to a calm household where she can unwind and relax. She has a short coat and weighs a tiny 2.9kg. She comes desexed, wormed, F3 vaccinated, FIV/FeLV tested and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $220. If you are interested in meeting her, call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email cats@DoggieRescue.com. She is located on the Northern Beaches.
DOG WALKING is recommencing
DoggieRescue is delighted to announce restrictions have been lifted on walking at our shelter, we are looking forward to welcoming you back onsite.
We have had some changes occur during COVID-19 that we want you to be aware of. We no longer require you to sign up in advance for dog walking. However, due to the large number of successful adoptions we have very few child friendly dogs available to walk so we may not be able to accommodate walking for your family at this point, also due to the sheer number of adoptions we have fewer dogs onsite who are ready to walk with the public. This means there may be a delay in getting a dog for you to walk. We ask for your patience with our team at this time.
We continue to practise social distancing onsite and have plenty of hand sanitiser ready for your return.
We look forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones to our shelter and appreciate your ongoing support during these difficult times.
We are in urgent need of Topical Heartworm Treatment(Advocate or Revolution), Breeder’s Choice Cat Litter, cat food, cable ties and latex gloves.
Foster Carers Needed
Not everyone is in a position to adopt a dog, which is why DoggieRescue runs a foster program making it easy for caring dog lovers to make an immediate difference.
Meet our top ten doggies desperate for a foster home. These are most frequently doggies who have spent a long time in the shelter and are in urgent need of some quiet time in a loving home.
For further details or to meet all cats, rabbits and dogs at Doggie Rescue call 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Rehoming Organisation No R251000024.
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