Profile of the Week Narrabeen JRLFC's Brilliant 2026 Season: Two A-Grade Open Teams lead by ExampleOn Saturday August 8 Narrabeen's second A Grade Open Team playing in the Bronze Open Comp, Narrabeen White, won their last game for their scheduled game Rounds at Lake Park, home ground for Narrabeen's JRLFC, meaning the 'Reggies' advance to the Semi-finals.
Today, Sunday August 9, their other A Grade team - Narrabeen Black, competing in the Gold Open Comp, play their Round 15 game at Harbord Park, meeting the Harbord United A Grade team for 2026.
Presently sitting in the top 4 teams of the Gold Ladder, that team may advance to Semi-finals too, underlining what this Junior Rugby League Football Club has been all about throughout its 94th Season; building fitness in players and a cohesive team that perseveres when it counts because they know they haven't won until the last round has been played and the final whistle sounded.
Formed on March 7 1932, the Narrabeen Junior Rugby League Football Club is among the first clubs of the Manly-Warringah District Junior Rugby League, which itself was founded on February 11, 1932. The original six A-Grade foundation clubs competing in the inaugural local competition were Brookvale, Dee Why, Freshwater, Manly, Narrabeen, and North Curl Curl.
These local clubs bring families, fans, and players together every weekend to create a welcoming home and a powerful sense of belonging. The game welcomes players of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds, uniting diverse groups under a common passion – playing or watching footy and community.
This Issue, a few insights into Narrabeen's A Grade Teams 2026 Season.
North Palm Beach SLSC club is celebrating its 80th Anniversary this coming September and has put a call out to current and past members to attend. Details are:
We are celebrating 80 years of North Palmy SLSC!!
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter:
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Brian + Beryl + Brian + Beryl + Julia + Narrabeen's JRLFC
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''One of the things I love most about RPAYC is that on any given weekend you can see kids rigging Optis, offshore boats preparing for major races, Olympic campaigners training, members learning to sail for the first time, and volunteers quietly making the whole thing happen behind the scenes.That range — from Optimists to ocean racing — is something incredibly special.At our core, RPAYC is first, second and third a sailing club. That is our DNA.And excellence in sailing underpins everything we do — from junior development and learn to sail programs through to world championship campaigns and offshore racing.Tonight is really about celebrating the people who make this Club what it is.''
Earlier this year: Newport takes the Pennant!
Bonus Third Profile this Edition: Beryl Driver OAM's 2026 B to B for Variety the Children's Charity: Her Official 25th Long Drive in the Australian Countryside Completes her 10th lap of Australia in the 'Backyard Bash'
Wes Thomas Recovery Support Fund
- Medical and hospital-related expenses
- Rehabilitation and ongoing therapy
- Financial support for his family during his recovery
- The many unexpected costs that arise along the way
McCarrs Creek landslide: works update
- Investigations and options assessment: through to late 2026
- Detailed design: early 2027
- Approvals and procurement: mid-2027
- Construction commencement: second half of 2027
- Construction period: approximately six to 12 months
Careel Head Road Liquor Store NCAT - Residents Seeking right to be Heard: Update
these signs have been placed near the site. Photo: AJG/PON
- Locked out by the sign they never saw: Avalon fights for a hearing on Dan Murphy's
- A community that says it was never properly notified is now being told it can't be heard — unless NCAT says otherwise on 7 September.
Residents fighting a Dan Murphy's packaged liquor outlet planned beneath a childcare centre on Careel Head Road say they're not being denied on the merits — they're not even being let in the room.
Before the Careel Bay Residents Association, Palm Beach & Whale Beach Association and local families can appeal the Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority's decision to approve the licence, NCAT first has to decide whether they have standing to be heard at all. ILGA — represented by the state's own Crown Solicitor — says some objectors live too far from the site to qualify.
The residents say the real story is simpler: there was no letterbox drop. The only notice of a liquor licence application was a sign on a fence and in a shop window on a strip so quiet it now has just one remaining tenant. 20% of households within the notification zone — and, residents suspect, plenty more beyond it — say they never knew the application existed.
“This was never about being anti-business,” a CBRA spokesperson said.
“It's the wrong fit for this site, and the wrong fit for a liquor licence — sitting under a childcare centre, next to youth orientated playing grounds and facilities, in a quiet coastal residential area. But right now we can't even make that argument, because the very process that failed to notify us is being used to say we shouldn't be heard.”
If the group wins standing, its appeal will argue the licence fails the public interest test, breaches the objects of the Liquor Act, sits in the wrong location, adds to an already oversupplied area, lacks adequate harm-minimisation measures, and ignores strong community opposition — and will ask the Tribunal to set the decision aside and refuse the licence outright.
Residents also say Dan Murphy's own risk assessment claimed the store would deliver a “measurable, positive impact” and reflect community “needs and aspirations” — despite never consulting residents and being aware of strong opposition.
“Dan Murphy's claimed to know what the community wanted without ever asking the community,” a spokesperson said.
“The question shouldn't be whether the community can stop another liquor licence — it should be whether the applicant has produced enough evidence to justify one.”
Longer term, the group wants the 100-metre rule itself gone — pointing out that a quarter of the current radius is playing fields and public road, not homes, while equally affected neighbours just outside the line are shut out entirely.
A grassroots community up against the NSW Crown Solicitor, ILGA and Dan Murphy's own legal resources faces a steep cost imbalance.
The group has launched a GoFundMe appeal to raise a fighting fund to help meet legal costs as the case proceeds - residents can help out at: HERE
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See Community News page for updates and July 2026 report: 100 Metres From Your Front Door: The Loophole Trying to Silence a Whole Community: NCAT Review on Careel Bay Liquor Licence - Update: Call for assistance
Careel Bay Residents Association and Palm Beach and Whale Beach Residents Association - some of whom live 101 metres away
these signs have been placed near the site. Photo: AJG/PON
- Locked out by the sign they never saw: Avalon fights for a hearing on Dan Murphy's
- A community that says it was never properly notified is now being told it can't be heard — unless NCAT says otherwise on 7 September.
Residents fighting a Dan Murphy's packaged liquor outlet planned beneath a childcare centre on Careel Head Road say they're not being denied on the merits — they're not even being let in the room.
Before the Careel Bay Residents Association, Palm Beach & Whale Beach Association and local families can appeal the Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority's decision to approve the licence, NCAT first has to decide whether they have standing to be heard at all. ILGA — represented by the state's own Crown Solicitor — says some objectors live too far from the site to qualify.
The residents say the real story is simpler: there was no letterbox drop. The only notice of a liquor licence application was a sign on a fence and in a shop window on a strip so quiet it now has just one remaining tenant. 20% of households within the notification zone — and, residents suspect, plenty more beyond it — say they never knew the application existed.
“This was never about being anti-business,” a CBRA spokesperson said.
“It's the wrong fit for this site, and the wrong fit for a liquor licence — sitting under a childcare centre, next to youth orientated playing grounds and facilities, in a quiet coastal residential area. But right now we can't even make that argument, because the very process that failed to notify us is being used to say we shouldn't be heard.”
If the group wins standing, its appeal will argue the licence fails the public interest test, breaches the objects of the Liquor Act, sits in the wrong location, adds to an already oversupplied area, lacks adequate harm-minimisation measures, and ignores strong community opposition — and will ask the Tribunal to set the decision aside and refuse the licence outright.
Residents also say Dan Murphy's own risk assessment claimed the store would deliver a “measurable, positive impact” and reflect community “needs and aspirations” — despite never consulting residents and being aware of strong opposition.
“Dan Murphy's claimed to know what the community wanted without ever asking the community,” a spokesperson said.
“The question shouldn't be whether the community can stop another liquor licence — it should be whether the applicant has produced enough evidence to justify one.”
Longer term, the group wants the 100-metre rule itself gone — pointing out that a quarter of the current radius is playing fields and public road, not homes, while equally affected neighbours just outside the line are shut out entirely.
A grassroots community up against the NSW Crown Solicitor, ILGA and Dan Murphy's own legal resources faces a steep cost imbalance.
The group has launched a GoFundMe appeal to raise a fighting fund to help meet legal costs as the case proceeds - residents can help out at: HERE
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See Community News page for updates and July 2026 report: 100 Metres From Your Front Door: The Loophole Trying to Silence a Whole Community: NCAT Review on Careel Bay Liquor Licence - Update: Call for assistance
Careel Bay Residents Association and Palm Beach and Whale Beach Residents Association - some of whom live 101 metres away
Local Surf Life savers Honoured with National Medal
On Tuesday August 4 Surf Lifesaving NSW announced 44 of the state’s most passionate and dedicated volunteers have been recognised for their many years of service with National Medals in the recent Batch 57 announcement by Surf Life Saving Australia.
Part of the Australian honours system, the National Medal acknowledges individuals who have demonstrated sustained and diligent service while protecting the community during emergencies and natural disasters.
This year’s NSW recipients include 32 individuals who have reached 15 years of service, and nine members receiving their 1st Clasp for 25 years of service. Three members have also been awarded their 2nd Clasp, marking an extraordinary 35 years of service to the Surf Life Saving movement.
Surf Life Saving NSW President, Elissa Hancock said she was extremely proud of each member’s contribution to the movement.
“This is such a prestigious award, and it always fills me with pride when I see NSW members recognised by the National Medal for their efforts in protecting our coastline and our coastal communities,” she said.
“We are very lucky as a gazetted emergency service to be supported by over 86,000 dedicated and passionate members, and this honour, in a way, is testament to their commitment to the movement and their character as individuals.”
Local recipients included:National Medal (15 Years)- Avalon Beach SLSC: Matthew Brennan
- Collaroy SLSC: Fiona Hall
- Dee Why SLSC: Ian Nicol
- Manly LSC: Peter Turnbull
- Narrabeen SLSC: Kevin Lee and Jodie Murphy
- North Curl Curl SLSC: Andrew Brodie and Michael Johnston
- North Steyne SLSC: Jodie Frazer
- Avalon Beach SLSC: Matthew Brennan
- Collaroy SLSC: Fiona Hall
- Dee Why SLSC: Ian Nicol
- Manly LSC: Peter Turnbull
- Narrabeen SLSC: Kevin Lee and Jodie Murphy
- North Curl Curl SLSC: Andrew Brodie and Michael Johnston
- North Steyne SLSC: Jodie Frazer
24Hour Row 2026 for Gotcha4Life
Rally your crew and join the 24 Hour Row for Mental Fitness on 12–13 September 2026. Whether you're rowing from your gym, sporting club, school, workplace or even your garage, this is a challenge anyone can take on.Sign up your team for FREE and receive a FREE Welcome Pack* filled with everything you need to get row-ready, including:- 🎉 Bunting
- 📋 Team Captain organiser guide
- 🏅 Row for Mental Fitness temporary tattoos
- 🎲 Bingo card
- ✨ Plus more goodies to make this your best 24 Hour Row yet
Show up for your mates. Strengthen your community. Champion mental fitness.Sign up now: 24hourrow.com.au*Welcome Pack is for team captains only
- 🎉 Bunting
- 📋 Team Captain organiser guide
- 🏅 Row for Mental Fitness temporary tattoos
- 🎲 Bingo card
- ✨ Plus more goodies to make this your best 24 Hour Row yet
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment August Forum - AGM
The next Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment forum will be on Thursday 20th August 2026 to be held atThe Coastal Environment Centre Pelican Path, Lake Park Rd, Nth Narrabeen
To help us manage catering and venue capacity, please order your free tickets here
There will be presentations from:Ron Patton – Outgoing President, FoNLCTopic: Changes to the Local Environment Plan (LEP) for the Northern Beaches local government area and their impact on the bushland of the Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment
Angus Gordon – Former General Manager, Pittwater council and Chairman of the Industry Advisory Board to the University of NSW’s Water Research Centre.Topic: Siltation of Middle Creek due to disturbance in the upper catchment.
There will be an time for questions after each presentation.Supper will be served following the presentations
The evening concludes with our Annual General Meeting.
SAREX Training Day at Whale Beach
Bayview Wharf and Tidal Pool - construction update
On Wednesday July 29 the council stated 'essential maintenance of the Bayview Wharf groyne is now complete'. The like-for-like repair and replacement of the 40m heritage barrier was a necessary first step before upgrading the wharf and tidal pool.'
'Work to rebuild and upgrade the wharf and tidal pool is expected to start in September and be complete by December 2026, weather permitting'.
Bayview wharf - 2025
On Wednesday July 29 the council stated 'essential maintenance of the Bayview Wharf groyne is now complete'. The like-for-like repair and replacement of the 40m heritage barrier was a necessary first step before upgrading the wharf and tidal pool.'
'Work to rebuild and upgrade the wharf and tidal pool is expected to start in September and be complete by December 2026, weather permitting'.
Bayview wharf - 2025
Notice of Works: Submarine Cable Installation Palm Beach to Umina Beach
Please be advised that submarine cable installation works will be carried out between Sand Point, Palm Beach and Umina Beach from July to October 2026. This project will involve the use of a specialised cable lay vessel and commercial dive team to lay and bury two submarine cables along the route indicated in the map below.
Cable Laying Operations- During cable laying operations, the barge will be restricted in its ability to manoeuvre. To ensure public safety and safe navigation, a 100-metre exclusion zone will be enforced around the barge at all times.
- The barge will display the “Restricted in Ability to Manoeuvre” day shapes and appropriate navigation lights in accordance with maritime regulations.
Diving Operations- Diving operations will be undertaken before and after the cable lay to conduct essential protective works on the cable.
- During these operations, divers may be working up to 50 metres from the dive vessel. To ensure the safety of divers and other waterway users, a 60-metre exclusion zone will be maintained around the dive vessel.
- The dive vessel will display “Flag Alpha” to indicate that diving activities are in progress.
Important Safety Advisory- No Anchoring, trawling, or any seabed disturbance along the cable route.
- Until the cable is fully protected following diving operations, it will lie unshielded on the seabed.
- Anchoring, trawling, or any seabed disturbance along the route poses a significant entanglement risk to the cable and must be avoided.
We thank all waterway users for their cooperation and request that all vessels maintain a safe distance from the cable barge and dive vessels throughout the duration of the works.
For further information or enquiries, please contact Dive Co.
- During cable laying operations, the barge will be restricted in its ability to manoeuvre. To ensure public safety and safe navigation, a 100-metre exclusion zone will be enforced around the barge at all times.
- The barge will display the “Restricted in Ability to Manoeuvre” day shapes and appropriate navigation lights in accordance with maritime regulations.
- Diving operations will be undertaken before and after the cable lay to conduct essential protective works on the cable.
- During these operations, divers may be working up to 50 metres from the dive vessel. To ensure the safety of divers and other waterway users, a 60-metre exclusion zone will be maintained around the dive vessel.
- The dive vessel will display “Flag Alpha” to indicate that diving activities are in progress.
- No Anchoring, trawling, or any seabed disturbance along the cable route.
- Until the cable is fully protected following diving operations, it will lie unshielded on the seabed.
- Anchoring, trawling, or any seabed disturbance along the route poses a significant entanglement risk to the cable and must be avoided.
Trees Vandalised at Careel Bay waterfront Palm Beach
The PBWBA reports there has been deliberate damage to newly planted trees at the waterside park at 877a Barrenjoey road, Palm Beach.
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The trees, planted (near Thyra Rd) show the centre of the small developing trunk in each tree has been snapped off.
''Local residents have been very distressed and appalled to see that each of the three new saplings planted by Council to replace the trees which were poisoned in the small public park beside Pittwater at 877A Barrenjoey Rd (near Thyra Rd) have been wilfully damaged/vandalised.'' the association says
''Council are aware of the situation and are investigating. If you have any CCTV or information please contact Council on 1300 434 434.''
Photos: courtesy PBWBA
Man charged over alleged domestic violence offences: Northern Beaches PAC
Welcome Palm Beach Yacht Club!
Australian Sailing is pleased to welcome Palm Beach Yacht Club onboard as a newly affiliated member club. PBYC was established in 1985 to promote friendly sailing races, cruising and social activities for members.
Whilst PBYC is only a small club, affiliating with Australian Sailing will allow them to expand their relationship with other Pittwater sailing clubs and utilise the extensive resources available to support their activities and administration.
Pictured are Jim Gordon (PBYC Commodore) and Phil Smith (Committee Member) with their new affiliated club flag. Australian Sailing
Marine Rescue Broken Bay Christmas Raffle
Hopefully you will never need us, but help us to be there if you do!
As many of you know, we are manned 100% by volunteers and our Unit relies on fundraising throughout the year to keep our support to boaters running. Through generous donations we have 2 rescue capable boats but they need maintenance and fuel to remain on the water. We rely heavily on your generous support so we can continue to support our community in need.
So this year we are starting early, and it looks to be a bumper festive season with some amazing donations for our local community supporters.
Get your tickets and check out the goodies up for grabs at:
Victory in the Pacific Day Commemoration
Sporting Organisation Support Program Grants
Defib funding returns for NSW clubs
2027 Visual Arts Fellowship (Emerging)
WASM Streets to Sea Phase 1 EOI
Grants now open to prevent gender-based violence
$5.5 million to keep our surf clubs beach ready
Discover Sailing Day Resources Now Available
SheSails Resources
Clubs hosting SheSails Discover Sailing Days can access a dedicated suite of female-focused marketing assets. Resources include tailored social media graphics, posters, and leaflets available on Canva. SheSails branded merchandise, including tote bags, stickers and sun visors, are also available to support SheSails Discover Sailing Day events. To enquire about merchandise, please contact your local Australian Sailing office.
For activities delivered through the Sail Our Way Funding Program, a range of customised promotional assets are available in the Sail Our Way Marketing Toolkit HERE.
A marketing webinar will be held on 3 August 2026 to support clubs in using these resources effectively, with more information coming soon.
For more information or clarification, please contact your relevant state or territory General Manager here.
Council seeks input on refreshed Better Together 2040 Strategy
SNB Surf Sports Calendar for 2026-2027
The final SNB Surf Sports Calendar for the 2026-2027 season is now live!
To access the calendar please use the following link HERESee you on the sand!
This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, and we're proud to host the Northern Beaches District Council's commemoration right here at Club Palm Beach.- Sunday 16 August 2026
- 10.45am March Form Up · 11.00am Service · Lunch from 12.00pm
- $85pp — includes meal, selected beer, wine & soft drinks (discounted tickets for Sub Branch members)
All members, families and friends are warmly invited. Places are limited, so please RSVP early.RSVP to Sharon Green: subbranch@clubpalmbeach.com.au by 2 August.
- Sunday 16 August 2026
- 10.45am March Form Up · 11.00am Service · Lunch from 12.00pm
- $85pp — includes meal, selected beer, wine & soft drinks (discounted tickets for Sub Branch members)
Griffin Encourages Local Organisations To Tap Into Grant Opportunity
Mixed-Use Development- 1294-1300 Pittwater Road & 2-4 Albert Street, Narrabeen - 'Abadeen'
- 'Medical centre', 'commercial premises' and 'shop top housing' as additional permitted uses
- a maximum 1,150sqm of gross floor area for commercial space.
- increase the maximum height of buildings from 8.5m to 12m.
- provide 1.71% of the gross floor area as affordable housing.
- A subsequent development application hasn’t been lodged to date.
- 1B: 21 units
- 2B: 54 units
- 3B: 25 units
- 4B: 5 units
- Increase the maximum height of building to approximately 32m (9 storeys);
- Site amalgamation and demolition of all existing structures on the site, excluding the existing heritage item contained at 2 Albert Street.
- Construction of two residential flat buildings at seven and nine storeys up to approximately 32m with ground floor non-residential uses,
- Approximately 105 dwellings including 3% affordable housing in perpetuity per the HDA,
- Multi-level basement parking
- Landscaping and site embellishment
NSW Rural Fire Service: Teams OS Updates
Monika's Doggie Rescue Pets of the Week
Snowy
2yo Maltese X Pom
Snowy is an active super friendly and super handsome boy. He had an elderly owner who did not cope with his activity and left him at the pound. Since being with us he has been happy and friendly with a lot of small dogs. He is very affectionate and easy to handle and pick up. Snowy is looking for a home-based worker as he has separation anxiety. Snowy suits apartment living. He has a low-shedding coat and weighs 7.5kg. He is desexed, fully vaccinated, heartworm free and chipped. His adoption cost is $700.
Goose
16 weeks Domestic Medium haired cat
This gorgeous little boy is delightfully goofy, endlessly affectionate, and always ready to make you smile. At just 4 months old, Goose is everything you could want in a kitten—loving, playful, funny, and completely devoted to his people. He has absolutely no concept of personal space and wouldn't have it any other way!
Goose's favourite activities include dramatically rolling onto his back for belly rubs, greeting everyone with enthusiastic headbutts, purring up a storm, and chasing absolutely anything that skitters across the floor.
His love doesn't stop with people, either. Goose absolutely adores gentle dogs, happily rubbing against them, sharing little nose boops, and even giving them the occasional affectionate lick. He's convinced every dog should be his best friend.
And then there are his looks. His rich, chocolate-black coat is simply stunning, but it's the adorable curly tufts of fluffy fur behind his ears that make him completely irresistible. It's no surprise that Goose is an unashamed staff favourite.
Goose did have a challenging start to life and arrived with some hind limb weakness. The wonderful news is that he has improved steadily as he's grown, and radiographs have ruled out any ongoing structural problems. He may always have a very mild weakness in his back legs, but it certainly doesn't stop him living life to the fullest. He runs, plays, climbs, and zooms around just like any other mischievous kitten.
Goose's perfect home:
- Indoor-only
- A family looking for a truly affectionate companion
- A gentle dog would be a wonderful bonus, but isn't essential
- Someone ready to laugh every day and be showered with purrs and headbutts.
All our cats come desexed, wormed, F3 vaccinated, FIV/FeLV tested if over 6 months old and microchipped. His adoption fee is $220.
For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024
Avalon Public School 75 Years Celebrations
- Open Classrooms
- A Trip Down Memory Lane Historical Exhibition
- Opening Ceremony
- Student Performances
- Art Walk through Nura Djaroba
- Buy a Book to Donate
- Live Mural
- Fundraising Art Auction Pieces
celebrating 80 years of North Palmy SLSC!!
The NSW government is delivering improvements to Wakehurst Parkway between Frenchs Forest and Narrabeen focusing on safety and capacity for this key link.
What work are we doing?
In August, we're continuing work on Wakehurst Parkway, between Trefoil Creek and Oxford Falls Road.
Key work activities include:
- Earthworks and excavation
- Vegetation removal
- Rock breaking and stabilisation work
- Utility work
- Drainage work
When and where we’ll be working
In August, we’ll be working along Wakehurst Parkway between Trefoil Creek and Oxford Falls Road.
Our standard working hours are Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm and 8am to 1pm on Saturday. Our out-of-hours are between 8pm and 6am. To complete the rock breaking activities near Oxford Falls Road west, there will be some noisy work completed after midnight. Nearby residents will be contacted in advance of work taking place.
Our equipment
Work will involve the use of the following machinery and equipment:
- Delivery vehicles (heavy vehicles, light vehicles and ‘pick and carry’ cranes)
- Earthworks machinery (excavator, profiler, roller, grader, tipper, vacuum truck)
- Chainsaws, mulchers, lighting towers and hand tools.
What will this mean for you?
While we carry out this work, you may notice:
- Workers and vehicles moving around the site
- Traffic controllers and signage directing road users
- Temporary lane closures and reduced speed limits during and outside of standard hours
- Noise from machinery and equipment.
Managing our impacts
Some work activities will require the use of machinery which generate noise, light and vibration. We’ll implement the following controls to minimise the impact to the community and environment:
- Use non-tonal reversing beepers
- Manage dust by watering down exposed areas during earthworks
- Minimise light spill through targeted lighting
- Complete oversize deliveries later at night when traffic volumes are lower.
- Keep residents and businesses informed ahead of higher-impact activities
Location of work area: Map of construction activities on Wakehurst Parkway August 2026
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To register for project updates, scan the QR or visit the project page at transport.nsw.gov.au/wakehurstparkwayimprovements
Wakehurst Parkway Improvements team
Avalon Community Library Needs Volunteers
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Profile of the Week William Harkin: On Pawfetchers - for those who like to keep their dogs safeWilliam Harkin, a 16-year old entrepreneur from Freshwater, recently spoke to the news service about a project he's developed for all who have a pet that likes to take itself off for walkies while they're at home worrying about where their dog or cat may be.
This is not just for those whose furry companion has that independent nature, it's also for those who may have a dog that can bolt when frightened by something.
Pawfetchers helps you to locate your furry loved one and bring them home where they will be safe. With so many dogs going missing across Australia each year, this is a practical and easy solution.
Pawfetchers is a Pittwater-based small business started to solve a real problem for dog owners — keeping pets safe with a waterproof, secure holder for AirTags and GPS trackers that attaches to any standard collar. Everything is designed for the Australian outdoors: fully waterproof, and available in 14 colours.
Available at: pawfetchers.com
Purchasers have said:
"Excellent product!. My dog is tiny but this fits him without being too bulky, the colour choices were good and the product is soft but sturdy. Their customer service was exceptional. I will be recommending this product to fellow pet owners as I’m very satisfied with their quality and service."
"Fast shipping, great packaging, and the product itself is exactly what I needed. Very happy."
This week, William explains where the idea came from and how it works.
North Palm Beach SLSC club is celebrating its 80th Anniversary this coming September and has put a call out to current and past members to attend. Details are:
We are celebrating 80 years of North Palmy SLSC!!
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter:
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Congratulations Charlie Verco!
NSW Rural Fire Service Support Sent to France
$120M in public support delivers benefits for RFS members
- Safer volunteer: new bush fire and structural firefighting helmets worth $11 million and $6 million for respiratory protective equipment to help reduce firefighters’ exposure to harmful substances in smoke.
- A helping hand: The RFS Benevolent Fund is providing support to members and their families in times of hardship, including the families of members killed on duty, injured on the fireground or who suffer from illness as a result of their service.
- New tech: $36 million for the rollout of Mobile Data Terminals across the fleet, providing crews with greater situational awareness and better communications.
- Digital projects: $5 million for online support, including eMembership, trainer and assessor qualifications and the RFS ACTIV app that alerts members to fires and other incidents, allowing them to indicate that they’re available and responding.
- Better brigades: $18.2 million to provide a $10,000 grant to each brigade to buy specific equipment it needed or carry out minor station works. Brigades were encouraged to buy locally.
- Training uplift: more than $13 million for training facilities and equipment around the state, including hot fire training, virtual reality simulators, first aid mannequins and modern training props.
- Stronger leaders: a $2 million leadership training program for senior volunteer leaders will be rolled out to Area Commands later this year.
- Specialist vehicles: $1.8 million for bulk water tankers, forklifts, operational command vehicles, tilt tray trucks, All Terrain Vehicles and community engagement vehicles used by volunteers and brigades.
- Better equipped: $6.2 million for a range of catering facilities and equipment such as fireground repeater radios, portable weather stations, aviation simulators and variable message signs.
El Niño firmly established as tropical Pacific continues to warm
Indigo at Narrabeen: Update
Mixed-Use Development- 1294-1300 Pittwater Road & 2-4 Albert Street, Narrabeen
- 'Medical centre', 'commercial premises' and 'shop top housing' as additional permitted uses
- a maximum 1,150sqm of gross floor area for commercial space.
- increase the maximum height of buildings from 8.5m to 12m.
- provide 1.71% of the gross floor area as affordable housing.
- A subsequent development application hasn’t been lodged to date.
- Increase the maximum height of building to approximately 32m (9 storeys);
- Site amalgamation and demolition of all existing structures on the site, excluding the existing heritage item contained at 2 Albert Street.
- Construction of two residential flat buildings at seven and nine storeys up to approximately 32m with ground floor non-residential uses,
- Approximately 105 dwellings including 3% affordable housing in perpetuity per the HDA,
- Multi-level basement parking
- Landscaping and site embellishment
The Careel Bay Residents Association and Palm Beach and Whale Beach Residents Association say it's now facing a hurdle in its NCAT appeal against a packaged liquor licence — after being contacted at the 11th hour, by a lawyer for the regulator.
On Friday 17 July, all co-applicants in the appeal heard from the Senior Solicitor at the Crown Solicitor's Office, understood to be representing the Authority. The message: under the Liquor Act, the group's application has hit a technical snag, because none of the current co-applicants live within 100 metres of the proposed site — a requirement under section 13A(5) of the Liquor Act.
"This is a setback to our application for a review of the NSW Liquor & Gaming’s decision," say both Association's Representatives. "We represent the community and the residents near this packaged liquor outlet, and we don't think a 100-metre line tells the whole story. A takeaway liquor licence like this affects far more than the street it sits on — it's a matter for the whole community."
The Associations point out that NSW Health's own submission opposing the licence backs up this view — takeaway alcohol doesn't stay within 100 metres. It moves into the wider community, and so do its effects.
"We think most reasonable people would see it the same way," say the Associations.
"There's a clause in the Liquor Act that seems to be getting used to shut people out — one that stops the wider community from having a real say in how a packaged liquor outlet affects their neighbourhood."
There's an irony here, the Associations say: the Liquor and Gaming Authority is meant to weigh up community safety and amenity before granting a licence in the first place.
That's exactly why the group is appealing to the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) — arguing the Authority's decision wasn't the right one, and that it falls short of what the Liquor Act 2007 (NSW) requires, particularly sections 3 and 48.
"Our community doesn't stop at the 100-metre mark — and neither does a slab of beer," the Associations say.
"Everyone knows the sale and consumption of alcohol reaches well beyond the boundary of the 1–3 Careel Head Rd site."
In fact, those who live 101 metres north or south of the site, and who can see 1-3 Careel Head road from their homes, were only informed through taking their dogs walking past the house at 3 Careel Head road where an A4 sized sign had been placed on the fence in mid-December.
'Public Consultation' sign on wire fence of 3 Careel Head road - mid December 2025
Fundraiser
On Friday July 31 the Careel Bay Residents Association and Palm Beach and Whale Beach Residents Association launched a GoFundMe page to meet the expenses of a Solicitor for the upcoming NCAT hearing.
The target is almost reached - residents can help out at: HERE
CBRA - PBWBA- APA Request for Community Input
All 3 Associations also want to hear from those who live within 100 metres who did make a submission to the ILGA to contact them.
They also want to hear from those who live within 100 metres of the site and did not receive the notification to contact them as well. Although 7 residents have contacted them since last Sunday's report, they welcome any others not heard from yet.
As the Careel Bay Residents Association and Palm Beach and Whale Beach Residents Association have a Tribunal Hearing on August 4 2026 which will decided whether the community may have a say, they are also asking any Solicitor or anyone who knows or can recommend one with relevant experience in liquor licensing or NCAT appeals to contact them.
Contact via email: sogni@optusnet.com.au
MORE HERE - last edition of July 2026 report
Members of Careel Bay Residents Association
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Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment August Forum - AGM
Bayview Wharf and Tidal Pool - construction update
On Wednesday July 29 the council stated 'essential maintenance of the Bayview Wharf groyne is now complete'. The like-for-like repair and replacement of the 40m heritage barrier was a necessary first step before upgrading the wharf and tidal pool.'
'Work to rebuild and upgrade the wharf and tidal pool is expected to start in September and be complete by December 2026, weather permitting'.
Bayview wharf - 2025
Notice of Works: Submarine Cable Installation Palm Beach to Umina Beach
- During cable laying operations, the barge will be restricted in its ability to manoeuvre. To ensure public safety and safe navigation, a 100-metre exclusion zone will be enforced around the barge at all times.
- The barge will display the “Restricted in Ability to Manoeuvre” day shapes and appropriate navigation lights in accordance with maritime regulations.
- Diving operations will be undertaken before and after the cable lay to conduct essential protective works on the cable.
- During these operations, divers may be working up to 50 metres from the dive vessel. To ensure the safety of divers and other waterway users, a 60-metre exclusion zone will be maintained around the dive vessel.
- The dive vessel will display “Flag Alpha” to indicate that diving activities are in progress.
- No Anchoring, trawling, or any seabed disturbance along the cable route.
- Until the cable is fully protected following diving operations, it will lie unshielded on the seabed.
- Anchoring, trawling, or any seabed disturbance along the route poses a significant entanglement risk to the cable and must be avoided.
Tree vandalised at Balmoral
The NSW government is delivering improvements to Wakehurst Parkway between Frenchs Forest and Narrabeen focusing on safety and capacity for this key link.
What work are we doing?
In August, we're continuing work on Wakehurst Parkway, between Trefoil Creek and Oxford Falls Road.
Key work activities include:
- Earthworks and excavation
- Vegetation removal
- Rock breaking and stabilisation work
- Utility work
- Drainage work
When and where we’ll be working
In August, we’ll be working along Wakehurst Parkway between Trefoil Creek and Oxford Falls Road.
Our standard working hours are Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm and 8am to 1pm on Saturday. Our out-of-hours are between 8pm and 6am. To complete the rock breaking activities near Oxford Falls Road west, there will be some noisy work completed after midnight. Nearby residents will be contacted in advance of work taking place.
Our equipment
Work will involve the use of the following machinery and equipment:
- Delivery vehicles (heavy vehicles, light vehicles and ‘pick and carry’ cranes)
- Earthworks machinery (excavator, profiler, roller, grader, tipper, vacuum truck)
- Chainsaws, mulchers, lighting towers and hand tools.
What will this mean for you?
While we carry out this work, you may notice:
- Workers and vehicles moving around the site
- Traffic controllers and signage directing road users
- Temporary lane closures and reduced speed limits during and outside of standard hours
- Noise from machinery and equipment.
Managing our impacts
Some work activities will require the use of machinery which generate noise, light and vibration. We’ll implement the following controls to minimise the impact to the community and environment:
- Use non-tonal reversing beepers
- Manage dust by watering down exposed areas during earthworks
- Minimise light spill through targeted lighting
- Complete oversize deliveries later at night when traffic volumes are lower.
- Keep residents and businesses informed ahead of higher-impact activities
Location of work area: Map of construction activities on Wakehurst Parkway August 2026
Sign up to receive updates
To register for project updates, scan the QR or visit the project page at transport.nsw.gov.au/wakehurstparkwayimprovements
Wakehurst Parkway Improvements team
Marine Rescue Broken Bay Trivia Night
Discover Sailing Day Resources Now Available
- Editable Canva templates (posters, flyers, social media tiles and story templates)
- Promotional video
- Teardrop banners
- Marketing guides and checklists
SheSails Resources
SNB Surf Sports Calendar for 2026-2027
Vietnam Veterans Day (Northern) 2026
- Sunday 16 August 2026
- 10.45am March Form Up · 11.00am Service · Lunch from 12.00pm
- $85pp — includes meal, selected beer, wine & soft drinks (discounted tickets for Sub Branch members)
Avalon Community Library Needs Volunteers
Monika's Doggie Rescue Pets of the Week
Pepito
2yo Chihuahua
Pepito is super cute, tiny little boy with the friendliest outgoing happy nature. At the pound he was very shy but that all changed when he was out of that environment. Pepito is social with other small dogs. He has a hearty appetite and is so excited when people visit him. He has a short coat and weighs about 3kg. He is desexed, fully vaccinated, heartworm free and chipped. His adoption cost is $800.
Milo
2yo Jack Russell X Mini Foxy
Milo has reportedly had a number of homes and had a history of being in and out of the pound due to his owner's mental health issues. These reportedly did include the dog being locked in a cupboard. Since then, he has had other homes. In a test environment when a fake hand was waved around simulating hitting motions without contact, he would bare his teeth and cower and run to the other side of the yard trembling. Since being in our care, he has just been a happy gentle dog and at our vets he was very friendly and easy to examine, but anxious with restraint. Milo is looking for a home with an experienced rescue family who understand life has not been kind. He is being weaned off anti-anxiety medication, and we are allowing him to just settle in a foster home with some other small dogs. He walks well on lead although pulls a bit with excitement at first. He has a short coat and is overweight at 8.1kg when he came in. His ideal weight is 7kg. Milo suits apartment living, PT hours alone and is looking for a family with rescue experience. His adoption fee is $700.
For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024
Construction begins on new Sydney war memorial for contemporary veterans and their families
Community Workshop: TouchPoints
Avalon Public School 75 Years Celebrations
- Open Classrooms
- A Trip Down Memory Lane Historical Exhibition
- Opening Ceremony
- Student Performances
- Art Walk through Nura Djaroba
- Buy a Book to Donate
- Live Mural
- Fundraising Art Auction Pieces
celebrating 80 years of North Palmy SLSC!!
Nominations Open for 2026 Australian Sailing Awards
- Nominations close: Monday 3 August
- State Winners announced: September
- National Finalists announced: Monday 28 September
- National Winners announced: Friday 30 October
- Male Sailor of the Year
- Female Sailor of the Year
- Para Sailor of the Year
- Youth Sailor of the Year
- Team of the Year
- Coach of the Year
- Club of the Year (Category A)
- Club of the Year (Category B)
- Instructor of the Year
- Official of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- SheSails Award
- Sport Professional Award
- Sport Promotion Award
- Innovation Award
- NSW/ACT - Saturday 19 September (Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron)
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Slow Down: Wildlife Crossing
Mona Vale Residents Association
