March 1 - 31, 2026: Issue 652

Woody Point Yacht Club AGM 2026:  Saturday 11 April 2026

Where: Lovett Bay Boatshed – 5pm until late.
We will be welcoming Toby Jay back as MC alongside the inimitable Col Bailey and the evening will sparkle with live music from The Kate Lush Band.
  • Members get free entry, non-members welcome with $50 cash payment at the gate.
  • Free transport courtesy of Church Point Ferry Service
  • Ferry times: 4:00 Newport, 4:15 Church Point, 4:20 Elvina Bay, 4:30 Bell Wharf, 4:45 Tennis Wharf
  • First ferry home 10:15 pm, Last ferry home 11:15 pm
  • RSVP with an email to woodypyc.treasurer@gmail.com

Bungan Gold 2026 Entries Open

It’s been a wild start to the year — and we’re pumped to keep the momentum going. As always, we’ll be keeping a close eye on conditions in the lead-up to race day.


2026 Annual Group Exhibition & Fund Raising Event for Pittwater Artists Trail at Newport: March 27-29

OFFICIAL OPENING EVENT: Friday 27 March, 6pm - 8pm

GROUP EXHIBITION: 27 - 29 March, Saturday + Sunday, 10am - 4pm

Newport Community Centre,
11-13 The Boulevard, Newport 

See all of the Pittwater Trail artists in one place with an exhibition of selected works available for sale.​

​The opening event is also our fundraising event for 2026 so come along - everyone is invited!


2026 Poster artworks features Vicki Ratcliff's work.
Vicki is a watercolour and oil painter living in Mona Vale. Inspired by her love of swimming in the local ocean pool, and drawn to paint the women who share each morning with her. Vicki also works on a miniature scale and has won numerous awards for her intricate small works.

“My current work reflects my love for swimming each morning and the women that share each morning with me at Mona Vale Beach. I am inspired by this community of like-minded souls, their warmth and strength, love of life and age defying beauty. I aim to capture small moments in time and the various and constantly changing moods of each new day.” Vicki Ratcliff

For a full list of Vicki’s practice go to: www.pittwaterartiststrail.com/vicki-ratcliff

Saltwater Veterans ANZAC Commemoration 2026

Our ANZAC Commemoration, Sail & BBQ is just over one month away and we’d love to see our community come together on the water again.

Veterans, families, volunteers, and boat owners are all welcome. This day is about connection, remembrance, and getting salty together.

We already have 35 registrations and 9 yachts lined up — shaping up to be a fantastic day.
If you don’t have an Australian Sailing number, use the SailPass code ANZACSAIL26 when registering.
Let’s make it another special day for our veteran community. 💛⚓️💙
Stay Salty

Racquet Club: Friday Night Live Music

50 Kalang Road, Elanora Heights. Ph: 9913 9003. Website

Why cook when you can feast at the club? 🍴✨
✅ Wed – $20 Chef’s Special
✅ Thurs – $20 Schnitty Night (golden schnitzel, crispy chips, salad + house beer or wine)
✅ Fri – $20 Burger Night (beef, chicken or veg) + live music from 6
🍻 Happy Hour: Wed–Sun, 4–6pm
Bring your mates, the family, or both. Great food, cold drinks, and good vibes every week.

Surfboat Brewery Warriewood 

Come along and get into great songs and good vibes with us, we'd love to see you there!
Surfboat Brewery Warriewood  is at: Unit 23/14 Jubilee Ave, Warriewood - from 2:30 pm on Sundays.


Bar Viente: 

1 Waratah Street Mona Vale

Modus Operandi Brewers, Mona Vale 

14 Harkeith Street, Mona Vale: music, food, brewery- beers.


Bluegrass Jam - Sunday the 15th March 

Newport Bowling Club
2 Palm Road, Newport, NSW: Free entry - runs 3pm – 5pm
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of free live entertainment and great bluegrass vibes. Whether you’re there to listen or love to play, everyone’s welcome!
Bluegrass pickers are invited to bring their instruments and jump in for a jam.
Come along, soak up the music, and enjoy a laid-back afternoon of toe-tapping tune.

Mrs. Robertson's Wine Bar

Corner Robertson and Foamcrest roads, Newport

Avalon Bowlo Music

Sunday Sundown Session - FREE: Coming up:
  • Sunday, March 15, 2026: 2 Shots
  • Sunday, March 22, 2026: Crankcase
  • Sunday, March 29, 2026: Rezolutions Band
  • Sunday April 5, 2026: Nothing Too Serious
  • Sunday April 12, 2026: Beyond the Eight
  • Sunday April 19, 2026: Lionel Robertson
  • Sunday April 26: Backbeat

Join us for live jazz music every Wednesday from 7pm!
  • Wednesday, March 18, 2026:Leah Berry
  • Wednesday, March 25, 2026: Edo Santoni
  • Wednesday April 1, 2026: Gregg Arthur
  • Wednesday April 8, 2026: George Washigmachine
  • Wednesday April 15, 2026: Little Patti - Australian entertainer Little Patti (Patricia Amphlett) was a 14 year old Sydney schoolgirl in 1963 when she hit the top of the Australian charts with the unforgettable double-sided hit 'He's My Blonde Headed Stompie Wompie Real Gone Surfer Boy & 'Stompin' at Maroubra'. She went on to record 30 singles, many of which hit the top 10, 5 EP's, 14 LP's & 3 CD's. Pattie earned several gold records for her music sales. She has received several music awards, a Logie Award, has been inducted into the Aria Hall of Fame & been awarded the Order of Australia medal as well as the Vietnam Logistics & Support Medal.
  • Wednesday April 22, 2026: Virna Sanzone
  • Wednesday April 29, 2026: Tilly Street
Little Patti coming to Avalon Bowling Club's Wednesday Night Jazz Sessions this April

TICKET INFORMATION
Show Times: 7pm - 9.30pm
Club Members - $25 Single Ticket | Guests - $35 Single Ticket

TO PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS PLEASE CALL 9918 3231 or VISIT THE CLUB DURING TRADING HOURS.
* All pre-purchased tickets must be purchased by 4:30pm on day of performance. Limited tickets available at the door.    

Manly Writer's Festival Announces 2026 Program: Exploring Ideas, Storytelling and Civic Debate 

Thomas Keneally AO to open four-day festival, 19–22 March 2026 

Events will be held across galleries, community spaces, clubs and performance venues throughout Manly.  

Tickets are on sale now.  

Full program and booking information: www.manlywritersfestival.org.au 

A Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons!

Saturday 21 March 2026 at Pittwater RSL
Tickets $100 incl GST plus booking fee
  • Includes a two-course meal, tea, and coffee
  • Doors open 6pm for main course served at 6:30pm
  • First set starts at 7:30pm
  • Dance floor will be open to get up and boogie!
Performing the hits of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, the sounds of Motown, Memphis, Rock 'n' Roll and The Bee Gees, this all-singing, all-dancing show is not to be missed.
An all-Australian cast featuring performers from the original Australian production of Wicked, as well as Jersey Boys, and a winner of Young Talent Time.
Performing all over the country as well as on the seven seas, The Vallies have been invited to perform at Carols in the Domain, the Melbourne Town Hall, and on the Queen Mary II, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and Queen Anne. They are soon to embark on a national tour after selling out Her Majesty’s 1,400-seat theatre in Adelaide.

MENU
(SERVED ALTERNATE DROP)
Mains :
Stuffed Chicken Supreme: Succulent chicken breast packed with creamy ricotta and spinach, served up with colcannon mash, sautéed kale, and tender-stem broccolini. Finished with a rich red wine jus
Beef and reef: Char grilled steak with butter poached prawn, served with crushed herbed potatoes, wilted marinated spinach, roasted carrot batons and rosemary jus

Dessert:
Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce and Chantilly cream
Chocolate fondant with warm chocolate sauce and whipped cream
Tea and coffee included. Please notify us if you have any dietary restrictions.

How Sweet It Is

Saturday the 28th of March 2026 
Palm Beach Golf Club
2 Beach Road, Palm Beach
These three giants typified the smooth pop and rock music of the time perfectly with songs like “I Feel The Earth Move”, “How Sweet It Is”, “When Will I Be Loved?, “You’re No Good” and more. Their legacy encompasses some of the most nostalgic and classic tunes still played today.

This live show presents the music of Carole King, James Taylor and the fabulous Linda Ronstadt in a two-hour featuring some of the most iconic sounds of the ‘70s.

Dinner will be a reduced Band Night Menu and is not included in the price of the ticket. You must buy a band ticket when booking a dinner table and vice versa. 
Menus subject to change. 
Ticket price $32 per person.  Book a Table here.

Pittwater RSL: Easter Sunday

Sunday 5th April from 11am
Looking for the perfect family day out this Easter? We’ve got a massive line-up of activities at Pittwater to keep the kids entertained while you relax on The Deck.

From 11am, join us for a day of festive fun:
  • Disney Movie Marathon: We’ll be screening a selection of Disney favourites throughout the day. We’ll pick the best titles on the day to keep the kids enthralled with free popcorn and iceblocks provided.
  • Family Pickleball: Head over to the Pickleball Courts for family-friendly games and activities. All equipment is supplied, so just bring your energy and get ready for some friendly competition!
  • Easter Bunny Visit: Keep a lookout for a very special guest. The Easter Bunny will be stopping by for a visit and a festive egg giveaway!
Make a Day of It

Between the movies and the games, join us for a delicious lunch. We highly recommend securing your spot in advance.

Saltwater Veterans ANZAC Commemoration 2026

Our ANZAC Commemoration, Sail & BBQ is just over one month away and we’d love to see our community come together on the water again.

Veterans, families, volunteers, and boat owners are all welcome. This day is about connection, remembrance, and getting salty together.

We already have 35 registrations and 9 yachts lined up — shaping up to be a fantastic day.
If you don’t have an Australian Sailing number, use the SailPass code ANZACSAIL26 when registering.
Let’s make it another special day for our veteran community. 💛⚓️💙
Stay Salty

Bluegrass Jam: Sunday April 12 2026

Newport Bowling Club
2 Palm Road, Newport, NSW: Free entry - runs 3pm – 5pm
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of free live entertainment and great bluegrass vibes. Whether you’re there to listen or love to play, everyone’s welcome!

Bluegrass pickers are invited to bring their instruments and jump in for a jam.
Come along, soak up the music, and enjoy a laid-back afternoon of toe-tapping tune.

TICKETS HERE

Anzac Day at the 2026 Hawkesbury Show

Due to the scheduling of Agricultural Shows right across NSW, this year’s Hawkesbury Show will take place over Anzac Day.
As all members in our community do, the H.D.A.A will also be paying our respects and using our platform to provide all patrons the opportunity to extend their gratitude.

On Saturday, April 25th, the show will host a Anzac Service at 12:30pm in the main arena. This is being coordinated alongside the Windsor RSL Sub Branch to ensure a thorough and honourable service.

On Saturday, April 25th, we will gladly be offering complimentary entry to Uniformed Service Personnel from the Defence Forces.

Across all three days of the show we invite patrons to enjoy our range of Anzac themed exhibits. From our local preschool painted wreaths, to our Lego and Pavilion features, these artworks are yet another expression of our community’s respect and gratitude for all to share.

The H.D.A.A looks forward to combining the unity our show brings to the local community, with the values our Anzacs uphold.

Anzac Day in Pittwater

Narrabeen RSL Sub-Branch
March from North Narrabeen SLSC car park on Sunday April 19, assemble at 11am at North Narrabeen - then March by Members moving to the Cenotaph at Ocean Street/Pittwater Road for Commemorative Service.

Saturday April 25 - Commemorative Services

Pittwater RSL

Darren Crabb will give the 2026 Commemorative Address at this year’s ANZAC Day Dawn Service at Pittwater RSL Club. 

Currently, a Director of the Pittwater RSL Club Limited
Service Member of the Pittwater RSL sub-Branch
Previous Vice President of the sub-Branch

Darren’s profile
I joined the Canadian Air Force in 1980. Upon completion of my Pilot training, I was awarded my ‘wings’ on 15 April 1983, becoming a jet flying instructor. I instructed on the CT-114 Tutor until the Fall of 1987, when I was selected to fly the CF-18 Hornet. 

After completing my Fighter courses at 419 and 410 Squadrons, I was posted to 421 Tactical Fighter Squadron in Baden Soellingen West Germany. This posting from 1988-91 was the penultimate of my career, as well as being present for the ‘fall of the wall’ with Germany’s reunification, and Gulf War 1. I then instructed on CF-18s for three years and then became an Air Liaison Officer. I retired from the CAF in 1995. 

I then joined the Royal Australian Air Force in 1996, and was posted to Williamtown. Initially, I was a Fighter Instructor on 76 Squadron. I was then posted to 77 Squadron to fly the F/A-18 Hornet operationally again. I was also tasked to train new fighter pilots. I have also had the privilege of providing F/A-18 fly pasts for Anzac Day commemorations over Sydney Harbour and along George Street.

Following three years of service with the RAAF, I took up a position as a Corporate Pilot, now flying a Gulfstream G650 business jet world-wide.  From 2000 to 2024, I was also Director of Flying Operations of the Temora Aviation Museum, where I displayed vintage jet aircraft for 25 years. Some of the vintage aircraft I have flown include the Vampire, Canberra, A-37B, Meteor F.8 and CAC Sabre.


Newport Cenotaph
Dawn Service from 5.30am at Trafalgar Park
Newport Bowling Club - 2Up and food from 11.30am to 5pm

Church Point

On Anzac Day, April 25th, there will be a commemoration service at Thomas Stephens Reserve in Church Point, starting at 10:45 am. All Welcome.

Avalon Beach RSL
Dawn Service at 5.40am at Avalon Beach RSL Cenotaph
0540 am – Members assembling 0550 am – Dawn Service Commences This service will be conducted by Commodore Richard Menhinick AM,CSC, RAN, the President of Avalon Beach RSL Sub Branch, assisted by Paul Sinclair, the President of Avalon Beach RSL Club Limited. After the ceremony is complete, please join us veterans in the RSL Club and enjoy an egg and bacon roll for a small donation.

March
Address: Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Beach NSW, Australia View on Google Maps
Time: 11:00 am
Date: Saturday 25 April
Information: The march will gather at 1030 for an 1100 start out front of Avalon Public School on Old Barrenjoey Rd, it will then turn left onto Avalon Parade and right onto Bowling green Lane. From there those marching will turn into Dunbar Park and disperse into the arranged seating.

Main Service
Address: Dunbar Park, Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Beach NSW, Australia View on Google Maps
Time: 11:40 am
Date: Saturday 25 April
Information: Main Commemoration Service start: On completion of the march, approximately 1140 am Once the March has concluded, our service will be conducted by Commodore Richard Menhinick AM, CSC, RAN, the President of Avalon Beach RSL Sub-Branch. He will be joined by LCDR Tamara Sloper-Harding, Vice-President of Avalon Beach RSL Sub-Branch.

2026 Memorial Luncheon
Our Anzac Memorial Day Lunch is being held on Sunday 26th April. Please congregate at 1130 for 1200 sit down.
Members tickets are fully subsidised however if you wish to bring a guest they will need to pay $30. Book guests here

Whale Beach
Dawn Service from 5.30am on the beach near the Whale Beach SLSC from 5.30am. conducted by Members of the Palm Beach RSL Sub-Branch and surf club members

Palm Beach RSL
11am Service at the Cenotaph. Please muster from 10.30am.


Bayview Yacht Racing Association (BYRA) Peter Loft Marathon 2026

Sunday May 3 2026
The Peter Loft Marathon is one of BYRA's most iconic events. It is held each year to commemorate one of BYRA's most promising young sailors - Peter Loft - who died in a tragic accident when only a teenager. 

All entry fees go to the Peter Loft Foundation, which supports junior sailors - last year, we helped to fund one of our talented youths to attend the IQ Nationals and Worlds! 

Visit Season Sailing Program - Bayview Yacht Racing Association for entries and more information.

Manly Warringah Choir May Concert: Mozart


Get ready for a night of high-energy Oz Rock as The Oils, Australia’s premier Midnight Oil tribute band, hit the stage at Felons Barrel Room, E Esplanade Manly Wharf.

Celebrating the power and the passion of one of the nation’s most iconic bands, The Oils deliver the anthems that defined a generation, performed with raw authenticity and unstoppable drive.

From soaring choruses to politically charged classics, this is Australia’s Best Midnight Oil tribute.

Walk & Talk: Narrabeen

The Belong Club invites anyone to come and participate in the Belong Club Walking Group!

Every Tuesday we walk along the pathway beside the Narrabeen Lagoon, from the Tramshed Arts and Community Centre to Jamieson Park and back. The route is about 1.8km each way, and is estimated to take 45 minutes.

The up and back walk allows for people of any walking speed to participate and enjoy the walk at their own comfortable pace. Walkers often split into smaller groups naturally along the route allowing everyone to go at their preferred pace. The aim here is for everyone to be included and to have an enjoyable walk.

Our meeting spot is to the right of the Tramshed Community Centre, between the basketball court and kids playground.

North Narrabeen Surf Club: Friday Night Raffles

Join us this Friday night for our weekly raffles at the surf club! Meat Trays and the Joker Jackpot. 
Bar opens at 4pm. 
Tickets go on sale from 5.00pm and drawn 6.00pm.
Joker tickets $2.00 each, meat tray tickets $5.00 for five numbers.
And the 4 Knots Cafe is open for dinner from 4.30 pm.
You have to be in it to win it!
Everyone welcome.

   

Radio Controlled Yachting

The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
THURSDAYS FROM 09:30-12:30
We sail every Thursday morning.
Meet at the Club for a coffee at 9:00,
Sailing from 9:30 till 11:30.
Bring your Yacht or learn how to kit your own yacht out.
Contact Phil Burgess 0413 200 608

The DragonForce 65 has undergone a major transformation to bring the quality and appearance up the high standard set by its bigger brother the DragonFlite 95, without affecting the competitiveness of previous versions. New tooling for the hull sees an increase in hull strength while retaining the same shape and weight. Key rig fittings, the Gooseneck, Compression Strut, Masthead Fitting and Jib Boom front end fittings have been redesigned for maximum efficiency and easier assembly. The new version 6 now comes with 50 micron Mylar film sails with a clean new style. The improvements don't stop there, the digital rudder servo has been given a 10% boost in torque and improved electronics.


Avalon Beach RSL Fishing Club

We are a friendly like-minded group of fisher-people based at Avalon Beach RSL Club and welcome all new members and encourage juniors to participate.

FISHING COMPETITIONS WILL RECOMMENCE JULY 17-19

Fishing competitions start every third (3rd) Friday of the month at 5:00pm with weigh-in on the Sunday, 2:30pm at Avalon Beach RSL.

Palm Beach Golf Club

Phone: 9974 4079
Visit us to celebrate the relaunch of Palm Beach Golf Club!

We are pleased to announce that the Restaurant & Club will reopen on Tuesday 2nd June. Phillip Martin, former owner and chef of Avalon institution Starfish, has joined our team and will be cooking up a storm. Open the link to see our new menus.

Sit back and enjoy the familiar view of the Pittwater with our new food and drinks menu. Its been a hard year and we've been missing our regulars, so book a table and raise a glass to our health care workers and health officers who guided us during the pandemic. 

Palm Beach Golf Club



Palm Beach Golf Club
2 Beach Road,
Palm Beach
Ph: 9974 4079

Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners Inc

Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners - Monthly Demonstration - Wood Turning Demonstration on the third Sunday of the month: 9am-2pm

The aim of our group is to bring together people who are interested in woodturning and to assist new members to participate in the craft of woodturning. At the same time we aim to socialise and have fun. We are active in supporting local community groups and charities. We make cash donations as well as donations of toys and equipment made by our members. Workshop Open every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday between 9 am and 12 noon. 

Cost: $5 for insurance & a cuppa (If you want to join there is a $25 yearly subscription fee). Contact: Jack Butler on 9999 4290 or email: johnbutler@optusnet.com.au . Website: https://sites.google.com/site/woodturner60/

Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Activities

Bush Regeneration - Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment  
This is a wonderful way to become connected to nature and contribute to the health of the environment.  Over the weeks and months you can see positive changes as you give native species a better chance to thrive.  Wildlife appreciate the improvement in their habitat.

Belrose area - Thursday mornings 
Belrose area - Weekend mornings by arrangement
Contact: Phone or text Conny Harris on 0432 643 295

Wheeler Creek - Wednesday mornings 9-11am
Contact: Phone or text Judith Bennett on 0402 974 105
Or email: Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment : email@narrabeenlagoon.org.au

Newport Bowling Club Introduces Barefoot Bowling

Newport Bowling Club Breakfast Bowling.  
Sunday mornings 9.00 to 12.00.  
$10 includes an egg and bacon roll.

Beginners welcome, bowls are supplied.  Club is also available for barefoot and corporate bowls.
Palm Road, Newport.
For further information, call 9999 1661 or 0402 126 109

The Newport Bowling Club is situated on the beautiful Barrenjoey Peninsula, the most northerly point of the Northern Beaches area of Sydney, Australia. The Club is located on the corner of Barrenjoey and Palm Roads, Newport. Visitors are very welcome, whether local, from within the state, interstate or overseas.

Find out more by visiting: www.newportbowlingclub.com.au

Palm Beach Markets: 

4th Sunday of the month, 9am to 3pm.

The Palm Beach Market has been operating since 2008. As Palm Beach is the most northerly part of Sydney, every weekend tourists and locals alike stream north attracted by Palm Beach’s idyllic setting and its ‘destination’ status with the market trading all year round.

The market offers customers a wider choice of products to peruse to add to the current high quality homewares, fashion and jewellery. Buy a loaf of fresh bread, grab some French cheese or take home some famous Pho Bay Vietnamese soup and as always a great coffee. Buskers and Hair Feathers also available.

At: Governor Phillip Park, Palm Beach

MWPHS - Manly Warringah Pittwater Historical Society - Established 1924 

One of the oldest suburban historical societies in Australia, the Manly, Warringah & Pittwater Historical Society has kept the only continuous record of northern beaches achievements, local historical mementoes, documents and research. Membership:  here

Ingleside Rider's Group

Instead of watching, why don't you come and join us? We have mid year membership for just $70 - this gives you access to free club events we hold, priority bookings for our clinics, reduced rates for all events and... you get to join a 'members only (closed) group.' PLUS! access to the grounds whenever takes your fancy!
What's not to like!

Find out more at: inglesideriders.

Club Palm Beach Social Golf Group

If you enjoy a relaxing round of golf and would like to meet some local characters and top it off with the best old school breakfast (kale free) and beverages come and join us 6 30 am Sunday - every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.



Manly Fig    

We have just published our new website. If it prompts some of you as well & want any of the acts back for a show please let us know. www.themanlyfig.org

Tickets: $30, cash at door
Book reserved table seating via email:
info@TheManlyFig.org, you will be sent confirmation
Where: Seaforth Bowling Club, 39 Kirkwood St, Seaforth 

Time: Starts 8pm Sharp. Ends 11pm.
Doors open 6:50pm for pre-dinner; drinks; table seating. Best arrive before 7:45pm.

Narrabeen Swim Academy 

Narrabeen Swim Academy is up and swimming. 
  • Competitive Squads 
  • Junior Squads 
  • Adult Squads. 
  • Public Swimming Mon - Fri 8am -10am. 
Located at the Sydney Academy of Sport Narrabeen

Please visit www.narrabeenswimacademy.com.au for more details.

Surfing Mums & Dads

Want to join the best Mums (& Dads) group on earth? Surfing Mums Australia is a not for profit organisation with groups across Australia. We take turns surfing and looking after each other’s children. 

The Avalon group meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9.30am and the Palm Beach group meets on Thursdays. The Mona Vale group meets Wednesday 9am, Narrabeen on Wednesday at 9:30 am, Dee Why / Long Reef on Friday 9am, Freshwater on Monday at 9am and Manly on Wednesday at 9am. 

Our surf swap meet ups welcome parents of all levels, whether you’re a total novice or have been riding waves for a lifetime. Meet ups are run by member volunteer coordinators, and take place at a specific beach location at designated weekly times and days – although some groups switch locations depending on the best beach conditions on that given day. Coordinators post updates on each group’s private Facebook page prior to each meetup, so be sure to check for updates before you go. When you arrive, you’ll be paired up with a parent who will be your surf swap partner. Meet ups generally run for two hours, so there’s potential for each parent to have roughly an hour of ocean time, and an hour of child minding – although new parents may like to work up to this time goal slowly. Parents decide between themselves who’ll surf first, and who’s surfing second. The term surfing is open to interpretation here; you can surf, body board, SUP, go for a beach run or do some laps. However you’d like to spend your ocean time is up to you.

We welcome all levels of surfers, from shredders to absolute newbies, any anyone who cares for a little person is welcome to join. 

To join go to surfingmums.com 
Photo: A J Guesdon/PON


Avalon Scottish Country Dancing

Avalon Rec. Centre
Thursday 3pm to 5pm
Most Saturdays 2pm to 4pm
(contact Margot Fenelon 0419 122 455 to confirm Saturday class)
COST:  $5 - first visit free
WHAT TO WEAR: Casual clothes and soft soled shoes

MANLY ART GALLERY & MUSEUM

Free entry Tues-Sun 10am - 5pm Visit: www.manly.nsw.gov.au/attractions/gallery

Pittwater Camera Club - 



Our meetings commence at 7.15 pm for a 7.30 pm start. To find out more, please visit our Website: www.pittwatercameraclub.org

All Meetings are 7.45 for 8pm - 10pm- The Auditorium: Pittwater RSL Club,  Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale 2103 - Family, friends and visitors are all welcome. Proudly Sponsored by Pittwater RSL Club

PITTWATER CAMERA CLUB Inc.  - Since 1966

2020 Program

Barrenjoey Lighthouse Tours

Enjoy a Barrenjoey Lighthouse tour any Sunday afternoon. It stands at Sydney's northern-most point. The views of Broken Bay, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the mighty Pacific are unforgettable. 
Bookings: Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 or book online at:  https://nswparks.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/sales/sales?ev=17683,54324,54344,54348
Meeting point: Barrenjoey Lighthouse. Give yourself at least 40mins to walk from the carpark to the lighthouse before your tour departs.


Mona Vale Library

Storytime for preschoolers
Held every Wednesday morning at Avalon Library 10:30am - 11am

Avalon Library Storytime is held every Wednesday morning from 10.30am at the Library. Hear stories, listen to music and enjoy craft activities. Sessions run for between 30 and 40 minutes. Suitable for preschoolers, 3 to 5 years of age.
Venue:  59A Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon (above the Recreation Centre). Cost: Free however bookings are essential. Bookings: Phone:  9918 3013 or email avalonlibrary@ozemail.com.au

Storytime at Mona Vale Library 
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Mornings, 10- 10.45am

Mona Vale Library Storytime is held three mornings per week during school terms. Hear stories, sing songs and enjoy craft activities.  Sessions run for approximately 45 minutes. Suitable for preschoolers, 3 to 5 years of age. Venue:  Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St, Mona Vale. Cost:  Free. No bookings required 

To List your Event email pittwateronlinenews@live.com.au 

NB: Only 100% volunteer clubs and organisations and small businesses that contribute to our community get a free listing

NB: please check with all venues to ensure events are going ahead.

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