Community News: January 2026

January 1 - 31, 2026: Issue 650

Front Page Issue 650

Week Two January 2026: Issue 650 (January 25/26 - 31 2026)

Vale - Professor The Honourable Dame Marie Bashir AD CVO, of Palm Beach, Pittwater

Vale – Robert George Hirst AM (Rob) of Manly, Balmoral Beach, and Byron Bay

Community Concern As Another Tree Up for Destruction by the Council - Doubling of prior Bassett Street Mona Vale DA proposal under NSW government SSD's provides stark illustration of impact on local environment of laws written 'for developers' (Feedback closes Feb 2, 2026) - Community Objections Being silenced or Ignored - Dec, 2025 Address to Council by Secretary of Protect Pittwater

Toddler attacked by Offleash dog on way to Avalon Beach Children’s Pool – Owner verbally abuses mother, runs away: Residents state dogs are offleash in all Public Spaces - NBC LGA has Record Number of Reported Dog Attacks

School zones back in force for 2026 from January 27 - AFP Issues Parental checklist to keep kids SAFE at school... starting with first day photos

Northern Beaches Hospital to Transition to  Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) on April 29 2026 - Dee Why Medicare Urgent Care Clinic Now open - Bed Block Surges in NSW Hospitals - ED performance improves but more to do: BHI reports 

Farewell to the old Forest High School: New Forest High School Set to be ready for February 2 2026

Pictures  Summer in Pittwater: January 2026's Aquatic Events - PBSLSC Masters Twilight and BBB's Carnival, Newport SLSC's Pool to Peak Swims, WPYC's Putt Putt - Gentleman's Launch Regatta

Aquatics New Australian Water Safety Strategy 2030 released to drive down drowning: Calls for boost to children’s swimming skills, local water safety plans and stronger coordination

Park Bench Philosophers Australia's first Tour of England Cricket Team was Indigenous: the Summer they Played at Manly - 1867

Food Summer Salad Ideas - Summer lightness prompts us to opt for some less heavy fare. This Issue, a few tried and tested recipes and combinations for a whole meal salad that could also accompany something else as a side dish for those who have to have meat. 

Environment Community Concern As Another Tree Up for Destruction by the Council - Doubling of prior Bassett Street Mona Vale DA proposal under NSW government SSD's provides stark illustration of impact on local environment of laws written 'for developers' - Community Objections Being silenced or Ignored, VOYAGE AROUND BANGALLEY By Pittwater Pathways/John  Illingsworth, Mona Vale Dunes bushcare group: 2026 Dates, Bangalley Headland WPA Bushcare 2026, Oil-Gas Exploration in Southern Seas reopened by Albanese Government: Have your say by Feb 6, The $3 billion plan to prevent debris balls on Sydney beaches, community invited to have a say on recreational opportunities In Great Koala National Park, Waterbirds return this year but amid long-term decline: UNSW aerial survey, Surfrider Australia: Atlantic Salmon Being Marketed as Tasmanian Salmon, Birdwood Park Bushcare Group Narrabeen, 4 shark bites in 48 hours: how what we do on land may shape shark behaviour, Bull sharks are spending longer in Sydney Harbour and other summer grounds. Here’s how you can stay safe, We discovered microbes in bark ‘eat’ climate gases; This will change the way we think about trees, Emma Johnston was a visionary scientist, environmentalist and leader, with an abiding hope for humanity, Sydney Wildlife (Sydney Metropolitan Wildlife Services) Needs People for the Rescue Line, 2025-26 Seal Reveal underway, 622kg of Rubbish Collected from Local Beaches: Adopt your local beach program, This Tick Season: Freeze it - don't squeeze it, Protect wildlife: dispose of fishing gear responsibly, Notice of 1080 Poison Baiting, Volunteers for Barrenjoey Lighthouse Tours needed, Johnson Brothers Mitre 10 Recycling Batteries: at Mona Vale + Avalon Beach, Reporting Dogs Offleash - Dog Attacks to Council, Plastic Bread Ties For Wheelchairs, Stay Safe From Mosquitoes, Mountain Bike Incidents On Public Land, Report fox sightings, marine wildlife rescue group on the Central Coast, Possums In Your Roof?: do the right thing, Aviaries + Possum Release Sites Needed, Bushcare in Pittwater: where + when, Friends Of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Activities, Gardens and Environment Groups and Organisations in Pittwater, Ringtail Posses, Modern rock wallabies seem to survive by sticking together in small areas. Fossils show they need to travel, Crime against wildlife is surging in Australia. These 4 reforms can help tackle it, In the most cleared state in Australia; Victoria’s native wildlife needs our help after fires, Native pollinators need more support than honeybees in Australia – here’s why, Feral cats and foxes really have driven many Australian mammals to extinction, With every extinction we lose not just a species but a treasure trove of knowledge, New study sheds light on the threat of ‘marine darkwaves’ to ocean life, Deep sea mining is the next geopolitical frontline – and the Pacific is in the crosshairs, Takeaway coffee cups release thousands of microplastic particles, Climate engineering would alter the oceans, reshaping marine life – new study examines each method’s risks, Thermal drones can track dolphin health without having to touch or disturb them, Meet the springtails: little-known fantastic beasts that live everywhere on Earth, Social lives of whales and dolphins shape the spread of infectious diseases, More floods are coming. Here’s what actually works to help people prepare, The world is in water bankruptcy, UN scientists report – here’s what that means, Citizen scientists are spotting more and more rare frogs on private land, Hidden clues in colonial journals reveal why Tasmania’s remote west keeps burning, What is the global water cycle and how is it amplifying climate disasters?, Beneath Antarctica’s largest ice shelf; a hidden ocean is revealing its secrets, The way Earth’s surface moves has a bigger impact on shifting the climate than we knew, Why do onions and chips keep washing up on England’s south coast? Here’s the science, Pittwater Reserves, Environment History insights + Walks, Birds +

Inbox News Northern Beaches Hospital to Transition to  Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) on April 29 2026 - Bed Block High in NSW Hospitals - ED performance improves but more to do, Sydney Lunar Festival 2026: Year of the Fire Horse, Taking paracetamol in pregnancy doesn’t increase your baby’s risk of autism or ADHD – new review, Period pain and heavy bleeding cost the Australian economy billions every year in lost productivity: study, ACCC refers Ampol's acquisition of EG Australia to Phase 2, Lead, arsenic and other toxic metals abound in tattoo inks sold in Australia – new study, Humanity’s oldest known cave art has been discovered in Sulawesi, How realistic is Mattel’s new autistic Barbie?, An autistic Barbie is not the measure of progress for autistic Australians, New NSW Crime Commissioner appointed, $120 million for research to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care, $4.7 million for UNSW researchers to investigate long COVID, NDIA Board Chair reappointment for 3-year term, A stronger focus on prevention could help governments rein in health care and social spending, Trump sows ‘chaotic cruelty’ while Canadian PM Carney reminds the world it doesn’t have to play along, Grattan on Friday: Coalition split is massive blow for Ley but the fault lies with Littleproud + Nationals break Coalition, declaring it ‘untenable’ and blaming Ley + View from The Hill: Coalition crisis explodes after Sussan Ley wields the whip against defiant Nationals, Farewell to the old Forest High School: New Forest High School Set to be ready for February 2 2026, Term dates for NSW public schools: 2026, Surfing Australia Announces 2026 National Titles, Nautical Words And Phrases Transposed Into Other Uses: Can You Fathom That?!, Lena Surfing Nazaré, Opportunities: Fix our Feeds + Play Women's Social or Competitive Cricket with Cromer! + Pittwater Peninsula Netball Club 2026 rego + Avalon Bulldogs Announcement: Female Tackle Teams Kicking Off in 2026! + Female Tackle Coming to the Sharks in 2026!, Financial help for young people, School Leavers Support, Word Of The Week: Prow, Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg is 2026 Australian of the Year, Beauty in ordinary things: why this Japanese folk craft movement still matters 100 years on, Jewelled eels, beards of gold and unfathomable cruelty: 5 of ancient Rome’s most eccentric leaders, What were books like in ancient Greece and Rome?, OpenAI will put ads in ChatGPT. This opens a new door for dangerous influence, Valentino shaped the runway – and the red carpet – for 60 years, Inside scoop: the 2,500-year history of ice-cream, Shakespeare reinvented: how Chloé Zhao blends East and West philosophies in Hamnet, Lead, arsenic and other toxic metals abound in tattoo inks sold in Australia – new study, 5 things to make with mangoes that aren’t smoothies, Horses really can smell fear, new study claims, and it changes their behaviour, New year: same old scams, Your experiences matter – please share them with us, COTA Australia welcomes new members of the Aged Care Council of Elders, Cash Mandate a 'baby step', UNSW secures $8.8 million to take on cancer and prevent falls, Valentino shaped the runway – and the red carpet – for 60 years, Albanese takes safe course, appointing defence chief Greg Moriarty to replace Kevin Rudd, Older people are more vulnerable in heatwaves. Here’s why – and how to stay safe, How to protect yourself from bushfire smoke

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Week One January 2026: Issue 650 (January 1 - 24 2026)

Palm Beach SLSC's Adrian Curlewis Twilight Masters Carnival - January 2 2026 Album: report on return, January 25/26 2026

Palm Beach SLSC's BBB's Carnival - January 3 2026 Album: report on return, January 25/26 2026

Newport SLSC's 2026 Pool to Peak Ocean Swims - January 4 2026 Album: report on return, January 25/26 2026

Summer in Pittwater - Birds, Beaches, Pittwater Estuary Album January 5-6, 2026

DIY Ideas: How To Keep Your Home Cool During Heatwaves  - With much of NSW forecast to experience severe to extreme heatwave conditions over the coming days, a few tips residents can take to beat the heat.

TfNSW launches safety review of Wakehurst Parkway intersection after Scruby intervention + calls for biggest upgrade to our roads in decades to include Mona Vale Road West Potholes

Profile of the Week 2026 Australia Day Honours List:  Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg is 2026 Australian of the Year, 
2026 Senior Australian of the Year – Professor Henry Brodaty AO (NSW)
2026 Young Australian of the Year – Nedd Brockmann (NSW)
2026 Australia’s Local Hero – Frank Mitchell (WA) 

The Australia Day 2026 Honours List recognises and celebrates 949 Australians, including awards in the Order of Australia (General and Military Divisions), meritorious awards and recognition for distinguished and conspicuous service. This represents an increase of over 200 more awards than on Australia Day last year. 

Locals on the Honours List include: The Honourable Kristina Keneally AO, The Honourable Geoffrey Bellew SC AM, Geoffrey Davidson AM, Dr Sarah Hill AM, Rob Hirst AM, Jack McCoy AM, Nicolas Mersiades AM, Peter Collings OAM , Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Kehoe APM and Tracey Hare-Boyd ESM

With Summer in full swing, many will be heading over to the western side of Pittwater to enjoy a few nights under canvas and the stars at The Basin or in one of the huts available, something that has been going on for quit some time.

Rock carvings at The Basin of fish tell it was a place visited by the Indigenous peoples for thousands of years prior to Europeans coming her, especially during the fish run seasons, usually Autumn or Winter for Pittwater according to literature recording Aboriginal Women's Fishing Practices since 1788.

Camping at the inlet called ‘The Basin’ was how the first European settlers lived in this beautiful little paradise, along with a rough hut or two. 

Pittwater Offshore Newsletter:

January 1 2026


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Fix our Feeds

The social media feeds that once connected us are now driving us apart. Social media algorithms are flooding young men’s feeds with radical misogynistic content, inciting real-world harm.

We’re calling on the Australian Government to act, and introduce an opt-in feature for social media algorithms so we can bring affirmative consent to our screens, and turn our feeds on and off at will.

Add your name to the Open letter, and more information available at: www.teachusconsent.com/fix-our-feeds

This has already been signed by Mackellar MP, Dr. Sophie Scamps, Warringah MP Zali Steggall and Wentworth MP Allegra Spender.

Independent MP Allegra Spender states:
''Great to see Chanel Contos in Sydney, and talk about the “Fix Our Feeds” campaign by @teachusconsent.

It’s simple but brilliant idea - social media algorithms should be opt-in, not forced upon us - so we have a real choice over what we’re shown.

Giving people the ability to switch off the algorithm would help reduce the spread of misinformation, misogyny, extremism and harmful body image content.

If this is something you would like to support, sign the open letter to Anthony Albanese at teachusconsent.com and share their campaign with your friends.''

The Teach Us Consent site states:

Systematic radicalisation
It takes just 23 minutes for a social media  mimicking a 16-18 year old boy to be fed misogynistic content, regardless of the account’s viewing preferences.

Misogynistic content is rife
73% of Gen Z social-media users have  misogynistic content online, with 70% saying they believe misogynistic language and content are increasing. This rises to 80% for women.

Sexual violence is increasing
Instances of reported sexual assault have  by 10% in the last year in Australia. This accompanies a  in the overall reporting rate.

Chanel explains:

Scam Alert: Counterfeit currency

We're reminding businesses and community members to stay alert following reports of counterfeit currency being used during transactions. If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts - don’t accept the cash and contact police.
NSW Police Force

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Aboriginal Sunday: Postponed

Unfortunately the Aboriginal Sunday service at Avalon Baptist Peace Church has been postponed due to the weather in Avalon Beach and surrounds. Due to concerns about safety and residents experiencing flooding this unfortunate decision has been made. 

Avalon Baptist Peace Church has rescheduled the service to Sunday 15 February at 10:30am..

Please stay safe everyone and thank you to the SES for all the work they are doing in many locations last night and today.

Please also remember to check in with your Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander friends as we approach January 26. Show your friendship and support. It's not just the day that is hard but the lead up as well. 

Brooke Prentis
Aboriginal Christian Leader

Australia Day Breakfast at Newport

Narrabeen Lakes Amateur Swimming Club: Saturday Afternoons

Some say the key to keeping New Year's resolutions is to make them specific, measurable, and achievable. If health and wellness is yours, then swim clubs can help you achieve them.  It’s an easy exercise habit to develop, super cheap ($40 for the rest of the season), with measurable improvements.  And its heaps of fun and so good for your wellbeing.  

Just walking down the path to our beautiful Narrabeen ocean and lagoon sheds will help you destress and then you get to swim in our spectacular pool with some pretty wonderful people (at the most magical time of the year to swim).  

You can learn more about us at www.nlasc.com.au or just come down and swim a length of two with us and see what we're all about.  

You'll find us at Narrabeen rockpool every Saturday arvo from 1pm.

Opening soon: funding round for the NSW Government's Holiday Break Autumn/Winter 2026 program

If you want to bring young people together during the Autumn and/or Winter school holidays then this may be good news; a new round of the NSW Government’s Holiday Break funding is just around the corner.

Start preparing now so you can be ready to submit as soon as the funding round opens! We will notify you once the funding round opens.

Key program guidelines:
  • Applicants are encouraged to design high quality, fun and engaging activities for the exclusive participation of young people aged 12-24 years.
  • Applicants can deliver the activities in the Autumn and/or winter holidays, and apply for both rounds in a single application.
  • Eligible organisations can apply for funding which can be split across the autumn and/or winter school holidays. Additional travel loading is still available per organisation if an external supplier is needed to deliver the program in remote or very remote parts of NSW.
  • Successful applicants will receive one funding agreement for the program.
Please email grants@officeforyouth.nsw.gov.au with any questions, or find out more by visiting nsw.gov.au/HolidayBreak.        
NSW Office for Youth

North Narrabeen SLSC shark bite kit 

In the current climate of marine and shark activity, and the increased focus on safety within the community, North Narrabeen SLSC has recently purchased and set up two (2) shark bit kits on the beach for use in the unfortunate event that an incident occurs at North Narrabeen. These can be found outside the First Aid room next to the AED, and down the main entrance near the public use rescue tube.


North Narrabeen Surf Club

Oppose the Planning Reforms: Petition

Liberals have worked with Labor to radically reform NSW's planning rules to be developer-led. 

NSW is implementing the biggest reforms in 50 years - overriding council-led planning and existing planning controls, and reducing community voices in planning decisions. 

These blanket planning laws disregard strategic council-led planning and centralise state-power, opening up the risk of corruption and lack of transparency in decision making. 

Although some mum and dad developers will welcome some streamlining, the reality is that we will face a development onslaught that will allow developers more scope to build where they want, when they want. 

We all knew the NSW Government was focused on delivering housing and was going to embark on these reforms, but we thought there would be resistance from the Opposition. Instead, the Liberal party worked with the government. 

"We are now a pro-supply, yimby-based (Yes In My Back Yard) party... getting government out of the way and letting developers build houses," according to Liberal MLC the Hon. Chris Rath.

I have spoken in parliament against these reforms and was one of only four MPs out of 93 who voted against these reforms in the Legislative Assembly. Please view my speech for details on the reform. 

We must continue this fight, which is likely to be long and difficult. Many small groups are popping up, but we are stronger together. 

This petition will allow me to build a co-ordinated campaign and keep you informed on planning. 

If you want to keep community voice in planning decisions and balanced developments that protect the environment, please sign my petition and remember to tell us if you are affected by any development applications or offers to purchase your property.

Jacqui Scrub,
MP for Pittwater

Term dates for NSW public schools: 2026

2026 school term dates

Term           First day for students      Last day for students
Term 1 
(Eastern)    Monday 2 February 2026 Thursday 2 April 2026
Term 1 
(Western) Monday 9 February 2026 Thursday 2 April 2026
Term 2 
               Wednesday 22 April 2026 Friday 3 July 2026
Term 3  
                Tuesday 21 July 2026         Friday 25 September 
Term 4 
                Tuesday 13 October 2026 Thursday 17 December 

NSW school holiday dates: 2026 school year

Season                    Division
Autumn holidays Eastern and Western divisions
Tuesday 7 April to Friday 17 April 2026
Winter holidays Eastern and Western divisions
Monday 6 July to Friday 17 July 2026
Spring holidays Eastern and Western divisions
Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October 2026
Summer holidays
Eastern division
Friday 18 December to Wednesday 27 January 2027
Western division
Friday 18 December to Wednesday 3 February 2027

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Avalon Roadworks

Where: Barrenjoey Road between Kevin Avenue and Careel Head Road from Mon 5 Jan 2026 to Fri 30 Jan 2026: 9:00pm to 5:00am.

Traffic affected both directions. 
Advice: Reduced speed limit (40km/h), allow extra travel time.

Alternating (stop/slow) traffic conditions will be in place to allow motorists to pass in one direction at a time.

McCarrs Creek road landslip

The council, in partnership with Sydney Water, Ausgrid and the Public Works Advisory (PWA), are working to fix a landslip that occurred on December 7, near 139 McCarrs Creek Rd, Church Point. 

Agencies have been working to ensure public safety and to provide access for residents, public transport and road users, with immediate measures taken to manage traffic and coordinate emergency works.

Emergency works by Ausgrid meant a full closure of the road on December 9, to relocate and guarantee power supply for affected properties. The road has been reopened with single-lane restrictions expected to continue while temporary stabilisation works and investigations are conducted.

Advice: Use an alternative route, avoid the area, expect delays. Portable traffic lights will allow motorists to pass in one direction at a time. Drive with Caution
Diversions: Use Mona Vale Road as an alternative

Agencies will provide regular updates including the road status via Live Traffic. 

Monika's Doggie Rescue Pets of the Week

Snowy

8yo Jack Russell X

Snowy is a gentle sweet natured boy who is social with other small dogs. He is very affectionate with people and active for his age. He has a very happy easy personality. He has just had a dental with 8 teeth extracted. Snowy has a cherry eye in right eye that will be repaired soon. He has some cataract development in both eyes but he can see well in good light. He has a short soft coat and weighs 8kg. He is desexed , fully vaccinated, heartworm free and chipped. His adoption cost is $600. For further information call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024

Koda and Kenai brothers DSH

These gentle smoochy brothers came in from a fairly dire situation. They came from a hoarder's house, and they were covered in mites and fleas. They were under socialised and quite fearful, but it did not take long before they became very friendly and affectionate. Their itchy skin has settled, and they are such affectionate boys. They are very bonded and want to stay together. Kenai had previously tested positive to Feline Leukaemia but both are negative now. We are so excited! We are looking for an experienced home where they can stay together and are the only cats in the household. All our cats come desexed, wormed, F3 vaccinated, FIV/FeLV tested if over 6 months old and microchipped. 

For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133  or email  Monika@DoggieRescue.com.  RON R251000024

Petition: Stop Politicians from spamming & harvesting our data

Sign at: www.katechaney.com.au/spam-and-data-petition

We want political parties to communicate - but without bombarding us or harvesting our personal information.

This is a chance for the Government to act to protect voters.

Political Spam

We’re tired of getting swamped with political texts. Political parties shouldn’t be exempt from the Spam Act 2003 - they need to follow the same rules as every business. Prime Minister Albanese said on ABC Radio, “I certainly think that would be a reasonable thing to do, to ban the texts."

Data Harvesting - Postal Vote Applications

Millions of Australians vote by post. This process should be between you and the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) - not political parties fishing for your data. Right now, major parties send postal vote application forms – by SMS, email or to your mailbox - along with their political ads and ask you to send your application to a “processing centre” they control. They can then collect your personal details to use and share before passing the application on to the AEC. As AEC Commissioner Jeff Pope said on 31 March 2025, "Concerns about party postal vote applications through unsolicited outreach is the number one complaint we hear from voters at almost every federal election"

Governments in Victoria and Western Australia have fixed this. NSW is next. 

It’s time for the Federal Government to do the same!

More in report: Bill to Stop Politicians Harvesting your Data Via Postal Votes Introduced: Petition to support Bill

2026 Manly Junior Rugby League & NSWRL Season Dates

Report Hate Crimes

Recent reports to the news service would indicate this reminder is needed at present.

If you are subjected to hate on social media or online you should keep evidence by taking screen shots of the abuse including usernames, URLs and any other relevant information. You can report the abuse directly to the platform and report in person at any Police Station.

When not on social media and when there is no crime committed, but an action is still motivated by hate, prejudice or bias, it is known as a hate incident. Both hate crimes and hate incidents are taken very seriously by the NSW Police.

When you report hate that you witness or experience, you become part of a larger movement to remove it from our society.

What you can expect from the NSW Police Force:
  • Every report is taken seriously by the NSW Police Force.
  • You can expect a respectful and straightforward experience.
  • A translator will be used if required.
  • When you report to the police, they will request your details. You can choose not to provide these details at the time of reporting however, this will likely affect how police can proceed with an investigation.
  • Support services or contact with an appropriate liaison officer will be offered.
  • You will be kept informed of what happens next, your rights and the criminal process (if someone was able to be charged).
If you witness a hate incident or hate crime but are not the victim, you can still make a report to the NSW Police. 

In an Emergency call Triple Zero (000). If not urgent, you can report online at crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 or report in person at any Police Station.  
For more information, visit  www.police.nsw.gov.au/crime/hate_crimes

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Speed humps on McCarrs Creek Rd: share Wildlife Data 

Local wildlife rescuers are asking all members of the public to report any roadkill on McCarrs Ck Rd or any other road in the NB (Wakehurst Parkway or Mona Vale Road for instance) on www.wildlifemapping.org

This records the GPS position, date, sex, species. Photos can be added as they help in identification. The data is then forwarded to OEH and Transport NSW as it can help establish the best places to place mitigation. 

Simply enter:
  1. The position via GPS or road and suburb
  2. The date
  3. The animal

Slow Down: Wildlife Crossing

Please contact Sydney Wildlife Rescue on (02) 9413 4300 for advice if you hit a native animal or come across an injured one while driving. It is helpful if you can provide an accurate location or landmark to assist our rescuers who will pouch check marsupials for joeys, so little lives like Phoebe can be saved. 


 
Photo: Phoebe the Swamp Wallaby by Jane Notice

Pittwater Community Groups: 


Sports (plus Social Members)

Gardens and Environment

Rural Fire Brigades
Services - Community Organisations

Arts and Social

JP Public Register

You can find a Justice of the Peace (JP) using the online Public Register. You can search by postcode, name of a JP, day of availability, language spoken and JP registration number. The register lists a JP’s location, availability and telephone number. Please note that JPs are volunteers and may not be available at all times. ​Click here to access the JP Public Register.  NB: There are  3 J.P’s working in Pittwater RSL Sub-Branch office, we work every Monday (10:30am to 15:30)except on public holidays:
  1. Terry Jones J.P.
  2. Robert (Bob) Wood J.P.
  3. Deborah Hendy(Carter) J.P

Mona Vale Residents Association

Mona Vale Residents Association is a community group encouraging involvement on important matters within the Mona Vale area. Email: mvrasydney@gmail.com


Letters to the Editor

Letters should preferably be 150 to 175 words, but that remains optional. Letters must include the writer's address and phone number and 'permission to publish'.  The editor's prerogative includes editing letters for length, grammar or legal reasons. 

Send yours via email to: pittwateronlinenews@live.com.au