This Issue: full list in Contents page
Profile of the Week Careel Multi Layered Coastal Assessment (CMCA)Living Ocean website: www.livingocean.org.au/cmca---careel-collaboration.html
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/1534007546994771
The CMCA is a detailed study of the Careel marine environment, which is the most significant area of estuarine wetlands on the Northern Beaches.
Conducted over 12 months by the Careel Collaborative, the project will assess Careel on multiple layers: from the state of Pittwater’s largest stand of mangroves and endangered seagrass beds to the levels of macro and micro plastics in the environment and the impact of Careel Creek and stormwater outflows.
A group of scientists will be focussing on each specific layer of study - Mangroves, Seagrass, Plastics micro and macro and more. This will set up a strict survey protocol and timeline to achieve knowledge of the creek and bay.
This is a citizen science project and your help is needed alongside our expert researchers. You can get involved in whichever specific area you like.
To volunteer, contact Living Ocean: please send us your details via email: info@livingocean.org.au or phone: 0410 374 333
There is also a Facebook group you can join to view updates and news: CMCA
WE have set a DATE FOR COMMUNITY BRIEF AT AVALON RECREATION CENTRE on 28 MAY 12.00. The Meeting will be held UPSTAIRS IN ACTIVITY ROOM 4
The FIRST SURVEY will be in EARLY JUNE.
Find out more this week!
The Narrabeen Hotel has been part of our community for well over 130 years and has changed from being a simple structure to a larger one with tea gardens and then a huge edifice. Its name has changed over the years too, from being an Inn to a Hotel to a Royal Hotel to the Royal Antler Hotel (replete with a stag's head added to the sign) and today is known as the Narrabeen Sands Hotel.
Charles William Prowse, a coach proprietor who provided local transport from the ferry wharf in Manly Cove was the first licensee of what was then called the ‘Narrabeen Inn’ in 1886:
A publican's license was granted to C. W. Prowse, for premises situated at Pittwater-road, Narrabeen. LICENSING COURTS. (1886, January 22). The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), p. 4. Retrieved from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13609631
Mr. Prowse and his wife Margaret were also running The Pier Hotel at Manly Wharf from 1883 to 1886 and later had 'Prowse's Refreshment Rooms' on the west side of Manly Corso. A keen cyclist, he was part of the Manly Cycling Club and later the Ferndale cycling club of Manly, as well as being active in the community. His son, 'Ossy' Prowse was a well known champion cyclist of that time as well - a few notes from the pages of the past are under Extras.
Mr Prowse transferred the licence to Robert Norris in 1887, a Narrabeen local, although there were clearly others who also had been given a publican's licence in the vicinity:
Narrabeen Hotel, Pittwater-road, from Charles W. Prouse to Robert Morris ... LICENSING COURT. (1887, March 11). The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW : 1883 - 1930), p. 3. Retrieved from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article236754960
Publicans' licenses were also granted to Henry Whiting, Freshwater Hotel Narrabeen, and Thomas Henry Purvis, Narrabeen Lake, Narrabeen... LICENSING COURTS. (1888, October 19). The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), p. 4. Retrieved from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13700225
This week a look into the changing licensees and building that is the Narrabeen Hotel.
Robyn Edelle Friend: Celebration Of Her Life
July 3rd 1946 to May 14th, 2022
Wife of Brian (Friendly), Mother of Chris, Carl and Ryan (alias Kong, Fez and Jack). Mother-in-law of beautiful Karina and Tina and overly adoring grandmother of Eden, Billie, Clint, Taylor and Hope. Sister of John, Wendy, Vicki and Kerry (Dec.), daughter of Cecil and Lilly Taylor.
A Celebration of Robyn's life will be held Friday May 27th at 12.01pm at Avalon Bowling Club – front lawn. All are invited to Celebrate BUT must bring smiles and dancing shoes. Please RSVP for catering purposes to chrisfriend3746@gmail.com
VALE Peter Geoffrey Akehurst 'Digger'
Much loved husband of Judy, father to daughters Nicole, Sally and Melinda and LOTS of grandchildren.
Digger was the Avalon Beach IRB team manager for decades and a Life Member of the surf club. Accountant to many in Avalon Beach for decades.
Passed away peacefully on May 18th, surrounded by his loved ones.
A Celebration of Peter's life will be held at Palm Beach RSL on Tuesday, May 31st at 11am.
National Sorry Day: Sunday 22th May 2022
Come and join us all welcome. An opportunity for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to come together and yarn, the way it should be.
Program for the Day
1.30pm Start:
- Smoking Ceremony- Welcome to Country
- One minute silence to remember the stolen generation.
- Didgeridoo- playing Clap Sticks - outside hall - everybody to joins in.
2.00pm Every one invited in side hall to look at displays
- Kids to start Painting their Boomerang’s
- Colouring in for the younger ones
- You can Enjoying Weaving with Karleen Green – in the corner
- See the Aboriginal Artefact display.
- Learn about the Uluru Statement from the heart.
- ASGMWP Book sale.
3.00pm: Guest speaker from Reconciliation NSW
3.30pm: And of course a free BBQ tea/ coffee and snacks.
4.00pm: We will have a show and tell what the kids have done, with their Boomerangs.
- Bag of goodies for the kids
- Then a reading from Aunty Nancy’s Book of Poems
4.15pm: Local Aboriginal girls singing (NOT to be missed, Deadly)
5.00pm: Conclusion.
Aboriginal Support Group - Many Warringah Pittwater
Memorial Hall Mona Vale 1 Park St Mona Vale
Annual Whale Migration
The first sightings of whales off the NSW east coast have been recorded as the annual migration from Antarctica to warmer northern waters begins. Manly MP and Minister for Environment James Griffin said the first of about 40,000 humpback whales have started their long swim towards tropical waters.
'The whale migration is one of the longest journeys of any animal species and we are so lucky to be able to witness it right on our doorstep,' Mr Griffin said.
'We have more than 880 national parks and reserves in New South Wales, many of which are on the coast and provide excellent viewing opportunities for these oceanic giants.
'After declining to an estimated few hundred whales in the early 1960s, the recovery of the humpback whale population is a great conservation success story and one we can all be proud of as we enjoy watching these majestic creatures make their way up the coast.'
Whales cover about 10,000 kilometres during their annual round trip from Antarctic waters, at a migratory speed of about six kilometres per hour.
Most of the whales that travel past the NSW coast are humpback whales; however, other whale species include southern right whales, dwarf minke whales, tropical whales and even blue whales.
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) marine fauna expert Shona Lorigan said humpback whales are easily recognisable and their behaviours, like breaching and rolling, always put on a show for whale watchers.
'Later in the year, we’ll be able to see theses whales heading south again, many with their newborn calves,' Ms Lorigan said.
Regulations require all vessels to remain at least 100 metres away from whales, aircraft can fly no closer than 300 metres, and drones must not be operated closer than 100 metres.
Whales in distress can be reported to the NSW NPWS on 13000 PARKS or ORRCA Whale and Dolphin Rescue’s 24 hour hotline on (02) 9415 3333.
Photo: A J Guesdon
Avalon Craft Cottage: May 2022
After a long time away, we are delighted to be coming back to St Ives Shopping Village for one week, commencing Monday, 23rd May through to Sunday, 29th May.The stall will be downstairs opposite the Newsagency and will be open during normal business hours, closing at 4pm on Sunday.
We will have a wonderful variety of handcrafted gifts and homewares: Australian woodwork, potted succulent gardens, Australiana, screen printed items, baby and children's wear, silk scarves, flame worked glass figurines, patchwork quilts, jewellery and handknits for children, baby shawls, rugs scarves and beanies.
We look forward to seeing you there.
All the best,
Avalon Craft Cottage Members.
Private Members Statement: Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club
A great Tribute was given in the NSW Parliament this week by MP for Pittwater and Minister for Cities, and Minister for Active Transport, Rob Stokes.
Mr. Stokes said:
I congratulate and recognise the wonderful volunteers and members of Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club. Since 1904 the club has provided a range of services to our community, including learn‑to‑sail programs and sailing racing. Anyone who is on the sparkling waters of Narrabeen Lagoon during the sailing season will see the sails of the Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club aloft the lagoon. It was a wonderful privilege to attend the club's recent presentation evening and witness all of those people, particularly the young people, who have succeeded in learning so much more about the wonderful sport of sailing. Tragically, the clubhouse burned to the ground recently. It will be my privilege to support the club in its rebuilding efforts. In particular, I congratulate and thank Commodore Aymeric Cabuil and the wonderful Pamela Johnston for their amazing efforts in supporting the club.
Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club says:
All the winners of a terrible and terrific 21/22 season! Our presentation evening on May 8th was filled of joy and laughter despite a few too many last minute Covid cancellations that deprived us from some of our beloved members. Thank you to Cr Ruth Robins and NSW minister Rob Stokes and Bevan MacKavanaugh for honouring us of their presence. Can’t wait for 22/23!
Photo: courtesy Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club
Telstra Scam - From Email Address 'Took A Napp'
If you received a similar looking email, do not click on any links, it's an attempt to gain personal banking account information in order to steal from you.
Report it to Telstra and Scamwatch and right click on the email and nominate this as 'junk'. That way the person/email address is blocked.
NB: never 'take a nap' around potential scammers - if you do not recognise the email address or they CANNOT SPELL, or it looks suspicious, nowadays, it probably is.
Australian Taxation Office: Scam Alert
Scammers are telling people they can get a tax file number (TFN) for a fee. But instead of giving you a TFN, they’re taking off with your money and personal information.
Applying for a TFN (or ABN) is free and can be done online or by post. If you’re applying through a tax agent, make sure they’re registered with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Warn your family and friends and visit our scam alerts page to learn more: www.ato.gov.au/General/Online-services/Identity-security-and-scams/Scam-alerts/
Narrabeen Tragic Tigers: Over 35’S Rugby Team
Have you been coaching or watching your little tacker running around? Getting pumped watching Subbies or the big boys play?
Come and have a run with Narrabeen Tragic Tigers Over 35’s rugby team!
Next game is after Subbies at Porters Reserve Newport Saturday 14/5 from 5 pm.
It’s competitive rugby, played with modified rules to make sure you turn up to work on Monday.
Challenging, great team spirit, and maybe a beer or three after it.
Contact us to find out more at: vpnarrabeentigers@gmail.com
Lakeside Park 'Proposed' Carpark Changes
See below - no details or plans of boat trailer parking bay numbers or where these will be provided - just this sign on the site itself.
overhead shot of current site - per Google maps.
Email feedback to council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au use Reference: 2022/281231 by June 10.
NB Youth For Peace Open Mic Night
Bilgola Beach: Sunday May 29
Join this group of altruistic young people hosted by Bilgola SLSC wanting to do their bit for Ukraine with an Open Mic Night fundraiser.
All funds raised on the night will go to charities doing humanitarian work in the Ukraine.
Bring cash and/talent!
To perform sign up here: https://bit.ly/3vg484Y
Sunday, May 29th 2-5pm at Bilgola Surf Club
Palm Beach RSL Veterans Ocean Therapy
Palm Beach RSL Sub-Branch has approved the formation of Veterans Ocean Therapy in order to improve Physical and Mental Health of Veterans.
Storage will soon arrive at 29 Iluka Rd that will house kayaks and paddle boards with direct access to Pittwater.
A regular paddle club will shortly afterwards commence for veterans including BBQ breakfast at the club.
Veterans Ocean Therapy will be looking for assistance or donations of watercraft and gear.
Any veterans interested in joining please stay tuned for more updates. Or contact Dave Good at dave@good.id.au
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Palm-Beach-NSW-RSL-Veterans-Ocean-Therapy
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Stalls Return
The Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary members are having a stall at Pittwater Place on the first Saturday of every month from 9am to 3pm selling knitting for babies and children, beanies, bedsocks and scarves for oldies, sewing items, craft and jams, raising funds for the rehabilitation and palliative care units.
Monika's Doggie Rescue: Pets Of The Week
Alice
Maltese X Shih Tzu
Age: About 12 years old
Alice an affectionate girl once she trusts you. She is not a fan of being picked up but happy to be led. She is a sweet cuddly girl who loves belly rubs. She is best as the only dog in the household. Alice came with a tumour on her mouth and 2 teeth embedded in her lower jaw which have all been removed. Our specialist said it was a very low grade slow growing tumour which should not present her with major issues should it re-occur. She is prone to ear infections in hot months and she needs to be muzzled for ear drops cleaning and also for clipping. She would suit a person with vet nursing experience. She has a low shedding coat and weighs 6.2kg.
All our dogs come desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DoggieRescue Vet. For further details on this dog, or on our health and vaccination policies email monika@doggierescue.com
Cream
Domestic Short Hair
Age: About 1 years old
Cream is a gentle curious girl who was adopted from us as a kitten and returned at 12months. She seems social with other cats and is comfortable with experienced cat people handling her. She has a short coat and weighs 4.2kg. All our cats come desexed, wormed, F3 vaccinated, FIV/FeLV tested if over 6 months old and microchipped. For further details on this cat, or on our health and vaccination policies email monika@doggierescue.com
If you are interested in fostering or adopting this dog, please firstly make sure you have read the "5 steps to Adopt" information, and then complete the adoption questionnaire (click on "Apply to Adopt Now" or visit this page). RON R251000024
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter: May 1, 2022
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To contact Roy: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
Mona Vale Surf Life Saving Club Grand Opening Day: June 4
MVSLSC Grand Opening is on the 4th of June. Doors will be open to the community to walk through the building from 1pm and the bar opens at 3pm with Miffi Music playing live! Hope to see you there!
Barrenjoey High School's Biggest Morning Tea 2022
Wonderful community spirit on Wednesday May 18th as Barrenjoey High School staff celebrated Australia's Biggest Morning Tea, raising much needed funds for cancer research. Special thanks to Amber Waves Bakery in Avalon and BHS's wonderful SASS staff for organising this event.
1 in 2 Australians are diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85. The Cancer Council of Australia want to change that, and need your help.
Your morning tea will help raise vital funds to bring them closer to a cancer free future. You can host at home with friends and family, at the local park with your community, or via online video chat with your colleagues.
However you choose to host, just know that every dollar you raise is going to make a real difference to the lives of people impacted by cancer.
May and June are Australia's Biggest Morning Tea months.
Register to host a BMT and find out more at: www.biggestmorningtea.com.au
Photos: courtesy BHS staff
Major Milestone For Fee-Free Training In NSW
May 16, 2022
NSW is enjoying a fee-free training boom with more than 200,000 enrolments recorded under JobTrainer, a program helping people get skilled for in-demand jobs.
Premier Dominic Perrottet said the NSW Government’s strong economic management means we can deliver programs such as JobTrainer to equip people with the skills they need to get their first job, a new job or a better job.
“The NSW Government is turbocharging the take-up of vocational education and training to create a strong pipeline of skilled and qualified workers, which is helping secure a brighter future for NSW families,” Mr Perrottet said.
“Our record infrastructure program is creating enormous demand for jobs and our investment in fee-free training is helping meet that demand so we can continue to build what matters to make daily life better.
“The success of the JobTrainer program is helping strengthen our economy, which means more money for services, community amenity and less pressure on households.”
Training under the program is fee-free and fully funded for eligible people wanting to upskill or reskill.
The NSW Government has expanded the eligibility criteria for the program to target more in-demand industries, including construction, manufacturing, transport, logistics, aged care, disability care, childcare and digital skills.
JobTrainer has also supported more than 5,000 women into construction-related courses through the Built for Women initiative.
Minister for Skills and Training Alister Henskens said the number of people commencing apprenticeships and traineeships in NSW has sky-rocketed since the launch of the program.
“JobTrainer is all about helping people get the skills they need for the job they want, while helping drive our economic recovery from the pandemic,” Mr Henskens said.
“Whether you’re a young person exploring your career or someone wanting to re-skill for an in-demand industry, JobTrainer can provide the fee-free training to help you kick-start your journey.”
JobTrainer is a joint State and Federal funded program, which is injecting $637 million into the NSW skills and training market.
NSW Health Seizes More Than $1 Million Of Illegal Nicotine Vapes
May 16, 2022
NSW Health has seized more than $1 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes and liquids containing nicotine since January 2022.
The seizures so far this year bring the total amount of illegal product seized since 1 July 2020 to more than $3 million.
NSW Chief Health Officer, Dr Kerry Chant, said retailers were being put on notice, if they are acting illegally, they will face the consequences.
"We are cracking down on the illegal sale of nicotine e-cigarettes and liquids and taking a zero-tolerance approach to those who sell them," Dr Chant said.
"NSW Health regularly conducts raids on retailers across the state to protect young people from these harmful devices. You will be caught, illegal items will be seized, and you could face prosecution, resulting in being fined or even jailed."
"The harmful impacts of vaping on young people cannot be underestimated. People think they are simply flavoured water but in reality, in many cases they are ingesting poisonous chemicals that can cause life threatening injuries."
Since 1 October 2021, products containing nicotine are only available for people over the age of 18 when prescribed by a medical practitioner for smoking cessation purposes. These products are only available from an Australian pharmacy or via importation into Australia with a valid prescription.
For all other retailers in NSW, the sale of e-cigarettes or e-liquids containing nicotine is illegal. This also includes online sales. The maximum penalty for illegally selling them is $1,650 per offence, six-months in prison or both, under the Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act.
Retailers and individuals can also be prosecuted for selling e-cigarette products to minors, with maximum penalties:
- For individuals, up to $11,000 for a first offence, and up to $55,000 for a second or subsequent offence;
- For corporations, up to $55,000 for a first offence, and up to $110,000 for a second or subsequent offence.
NSW Health is committed to reducing the prevalence of e-cigarette and tobacco use, and in 2021-22 has invested $18.3 million towards tobacco and e-cigarette control.
Raids are being stepped up on the back of the 'Do you know what you're vaping?' information campaign which was launched in March 2022 by the NSW Government. The campaign raises awareness of the harmful chemicals found in vapes including those found in cleaning products, nail polish remover, weed killer and insecticide.
To accompany the information campaign which appeared on buses as well as online social channels, a vaping toolkit was launched. The toolkit comprises factsheets and other resources for young people aged 14 to 17 years, parents and carers, teachers and schools, to educate about the harms of vaping.
Please visit: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/vaping
Would You Like To Help Our Wildlife?
The next Sydney Wildlife Rescue and Care Course starts on 4 June 2022, so you can learn how to rescue, rehabilitate and release our sick, injured and orphaned native birds and animals – just like these Pacific Black Ducklings which were saved by our volunteer Tracey.
The course involves two parts:
- Part 1 is a self-paced online course over 3 weeks which should take about 12 hours to complete.
- Part 2 is a practical hands-on, in person, instructional training session conducted over a half-day on a weekend.
We urgently need volunteers across the Sydney metropolitan area, so if you’re wildlife-loving and would like to meet like-minded people to help our native birds and animals, please consider enrolling. More information is available on this link:
Sydney Street Parties Series: Manly + Dee Why - May 21 & 22
All-inclusive events are taking place across Sydney in May and June 2022, with something for everyone!
Have fun in the entertainment and party areas and play in the family fun zone. Enjoy roving artists, performers, local creatives, and DJs. Support local businesses and enjoy something delicious in the dining zones. Bring your family, kids, friends, neighbours and four-legged friends to join in the fun!
Dates and locations: Northern Beaches
21 May 2022 at Slip Road (off Sydney Road) at Fairlight Village, Fairlight from 10am to 6pm
22 May 2022 at The Strand (between Dee Why Parade to Oaks Avenue), Dee Why from 10am to 6pm
Changed traffic conditions will be in place with a westbound lane closure on Sydney Rd at Woods Pde and speed limit reduction to 40km/h through the area from 8am to 8pm.
Special event clearway parking restrictions will be in effect from 6am to 8pm on Hilltop Cres between Sydney Rd and Woods Pde (both sides) and Sydney Rd between Hilltop Cres and Woods Pde (western side).
Clearways are strict no-parking zones even for local residents and Mobility Scheme Permit holders. Check signs carefully as vehicles left in clearways will be towed and a fee applies.
The Strand will be closed between Oaks Ave and Dee Why Pde from 8am to 8pm. Special event clearway parking restrictions will be in effect from 6am to 8pm on The Strand between Oaks Ave and Dee Why Pde (western side). Clearways are strict no-parking zones even for local residents and Mobility Scheme Permit holders. Check signs carefully as vehicles left in clearways will be towed and a fee applies.
Council 'Have Your Say' Listings
Morgan Road bridge replacement, Oxford Falls
Closes Thursday May 26, 2022
The bridge at Morgan Road and Oxford Falls Road West has been identified for replacement due to its age and condition.
Key features of the proposed new bridge includes a two way vehicle lane and a separate pedestrian and cycle bridge that will improve access and safety in the area.
The current 50km speed limit along Oxford Falls Road West and Morgan Road will be maintained along with the existing 3 tonne load limit.
View the concept plan and have your say at the comment form at above link.
Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan
Closes Sunday May 29
The Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan Amendment 16, Revision 3, 2018 (the ‘Contributions Plan 2018’) was adopted by Council on 28 August 2018.
The Contributions Plan 2018 applies to the Warriewood Valley Release Area and is the funding mechanism for local infrastructure required to meet the needs of the current and future residents within Warriewood Valley.
A regular review of the plan is undertaken to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice principles for managing development contributions.
A recent review of the Contributions Plan 2018 has been undertaken and has resulted in changes proposed in the Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan Amendment 16, Revision 4 2022 (the Draft Plan 2022).
The Draft Plan 2022 is now on public exhibition. Key changes to the plan are:
- Extending the plan to 30 June 2031
- Updating income and expenditure assumptions which underpin the plan
- Inclusion of secondary dwellings
- Revised open space strategy
- Review of infrastructure items including updated infrastructure costings and land valuations including future phasing/prioritisation
- Change to an administrative provision to remove the ability to make a delayed or periodic payment
- Typographical amendments
A tracked changed document is available below to easily identify the proposed amendments.
Council invite you to read more and have your say by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan’ to Strategic & Place Planning Team, Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
All submissions will be considered and any necessary changes will be made to the Draft Plan 2022 if required. The outcomes of the public exhibition and the updated plan will then be reported to Council for consideration.
If the Draft Plan 2022 is adopted by Council it will repeal and replace the existing Contributions Plan 2018. Click +Follow at the top of the page to be kept up to date with the progress of this plan.
Water skiing at Manly Dam
Closes June 5
Council are seeking your views on a 12-month trial for reduced water skiing times at Manly Dam.
The request to consider reduced water skiing times came from Council's Manly Warringah War Memorial State Park Advisory Committee and is about providing:
- More access to the entire lake at Manly Dam for other recreational activities such as swimming and paddling.
- More time to enjoy Manly Dam when there are no motorised boats on the lake.
- Ongoing access to the lake at Manly Dam for water skiing.
Details of the proposed water-skiing times are available here and in the frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Before Council consider a trial, they want to know about our community's views on this proposal. Feedback received will be assessed and then a report prepared for Council's consideration.
Have your say today by:
- Completing the submission form
- Emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au, or
- Writing, marked ‘Water Skiing at Manly Dam’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655
Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan & Budget 2022/2023
Closes Sunday May 29
The delivery program sets out the work we will undertake over the next four years to address community priorities in our Community Strategic Plan (CSP). We are in the process of revising the CSP for the future. If you'd like to read more you can find the draft on exhibition from the tile at the bottom of this page.
The first year of the delivery program is the operational plan, including the 2022/23 budget. The operational plan details expected income and expenditure for all planned services and infrastructure as well as ongoing maintenance and depreciation commitments.
The draft Fees and Charges 2022/23 detail our proposed charges for services in 2022/23. Council have also revised their Pricing Policy which guides how they recover costs for services. Links to these documents are available here.
If you'd like to read the Delivery Program in full, you will find a PDF of the document at the button on the webpage linked to above.
Have your say today by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Delivery Program’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026
Closes Sunday May 29
Council has developed a draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026.
The draft DIAP outlines what Council plans to do over the next four years to support people living with disability to feel included and be a part of community life.
Council wants to make sure you can do the things you want and get to the places you need to go.
Last year, you helped by sharing your experiences and telling us what is important to you.
Council now want you to read the draft DIAP and let them know if we got it right:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing to us marked 'Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Council also invite you to come chat at one of their community conversation sessions. Register here.
You can choose between two sessions:
- - Online via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 18 May 2022, 11 to 11.45am
- - In person at the Dee Why Civic Centre on Thursday 19 May 2022, 6 to 6.45pm
Community Strategic Plan 2040
Closes Sunday May 29
The Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is everyone’s roadmap for the future of the Northern Beaches. It defines the community’s vision and sets a direction for everything done together over the coming years to make the vision a reality.
The current CSP adopted in 2018 is under review. Council have looked at community feedback obtained between 2017 and 2021 and recently tested this with the exhibition of a discussion paper.
You can find a link to the full engagement report in the Engagement History section on this page. The report includes the outcomes of engagement on the discussion paper, what Council heard and how we've revised Community Strategic Plan 2040 (draft CSP 2040) from the feedback.
When you're ready have your say by:
completing the submission form
emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
writing, marked ‘Draft Community Strategic Plan 2040’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Draft Planning Agreement Policy
Closes Sunday May 29
Council are seeking your review and feedback on our draft Planning Agreement Policy 2022 (the Policy).
Planning Agreements are legal agreements between Council and other parties - developers and landowners. It is important that the community are aware of changes that Council make to the policies relating to these agreements.
The draft Policy guides how Council will consider a developer's offer to enter into agreements that may result in payment of monetary contributions, or transfer of land or infrastructure to Council for use as a public purpose. This Policy will, when adopted, replace the Northern Beaches Voluntary Planning Agreement Policy 2019.
More information about Planning Agreements, including a register of Planning Agreements executed with Council, can be found on Council’s website here.
To accompany Council’s Policy, the Guide for Developers 2022 (the Guide) has been prepared as an information guide for developers to use. This Guide replaces the Voluntary Planning Agreement Guideline 2019.
Documents on exhibition
Information document
We invite you to read more and have your say by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Planning Agreement Policy’ to Strategic & Place Planning Team, Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
All submissions will be considered and changes will be made to the draft policy if required. The outcomes of the public exhibition and the updated policy will then be reported to Council for consideration.
Click +Follow at the top of the page to be kept up to date with the progress of this plan.
Integrated Planning & Reporting Review 2022
Closes May 29
Council are committed to partnering with the community to protect and improve the area. Key to this is your involvement in the review of their integrated planning and reporting framework (IP&R) as this directs their actions.
The framework comprises the Community Strategic Plan (CSP), resourcing strategy, delivery program and operational plan. The CSP holds our community’s aspiration and priorities for the future of the area. The delivery and operational plan details how Council will respond to these priorities over the next four years. The Resourcing Strategy is the finances, people and assets Council will apply to achieve the CSP.
The revised documents that form their IP&R are now available and they invite your feedback.
The page linked to above is your home base for broad information on the process. You can also navigate through to the detailed documents if you want to take your time with the content.
Have your say today by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Integrated Planning and Reporting Review’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Keep up to date with all projects and feedback sought at: https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say
This Issue:
Profile of the Week Federal Election 2022: Candidates For Seat Of MackellarMackellar is one of the many electorates created when the Parliament was expanded in size at the 1949 election. Named after poet Dorothea Mackellar, best known for her poem 'My Country' and locally, for having a home at Lovett Bay that was her refuge and place to come for peace, Mackellar covers an area from the northern part of Palm Beach, south to Dee Why and west to Duffys Forest and is 233 sq km in size – it’s one of the original beach to bush places, celebrated worldwide for its beauty – a nature reflected in the openness and smiles of its residents.
In 2022 7 candidates are standing for the seat, although 1, the Pauline Hanson One Nation named candidate, Darren Joseph Dickson of Queensland, has not been seen nor heard from during the entire campaign, neither has he responded to the community's questions for candidates.
This election will be marked by evidence of illegal corflutes and posters and a clear contempt by some elements not only for the residents of Mackellar but the democratic process. A nationwide disconnect from truth in some quarters has obligated the AEC to publish a disinformation page for those statements being issued which impact on its own work, as well candidates themselves having to call it out.
In contrast to the smear of dirty tactics, the rise of a swing towards ‘others’ has marked the 2022 election campaign for Mackellar, with an energised and refreshing local campaign focused on the immediate concerns of residents instead of an old style reeling off of a litany of promises or trying to put words in the mouths of your opponents. It has been, largely, an intelligent debate, including not only centric local issues but those that relate to the rest of the nation and world we’re connected to.
Community leaders and community groups have hosted a range of Candidates Forums during the past few weeks, many of which have been filmed and made available for those who could not attend. The best of these, that moderated by the legendary Geraldine Doogue, runs as part of this report and provides answers on questions asked, when an actual response to a query was made, as well as insights into the character of those standing. Alike portraits, filmed events are a dynamic that reveals.
The base of this page lists where the local polling booths are for this election.
Isobel Marion Dorothea Mackellar OBE, 1885–1968, a poet and author who was best known for writing 'My Country', is one of three Australian women poets after whom Australian Electorates have been named. The other two are Dame Mary Jean Gilmore DBE, 1865–1962 after whom the seat of Gilmore in New South Wales is named, and the Queensland seat of Wright, named to honour Judith Wright, 1915–2000, in recognition of her service and contributions to Australia as a poet, author and social and environmental activist. Ms Wright was founding president of the Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland and a founding member of the Aboriginal Treaty Committee. There are also women writers among electorates named to honour Australian women, but the poets and our own local poet in Dorothea is especial to many here.
As we head into the final week of the Federal Election of 2022, and voting day this coming Saturday May 21st, as well as our usual practice to remind youngsters that the annual Dorothea Mackellar Poetry Competition is on again this year, with a closing date of June 30th (visit: https://dorothea.com.au/), a few glimmers into her life and her time here at her home at Lovett Bay is one means of celebrating her legacy.
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter: May 1, 2022
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To contact Roy: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
VALE Leicester Warburton
1921 - 2022
Leicester Warburton, long-term offshore resident and former editor of Scotland Island’s newsletter, died May 11th, 2022 at the age of 101.
Leicester and his wife, Florence, bought on the island in 1962 and spent much of their time here until moving off in 2004. For 28 of those 42 years Leicester ran S.I. News, the island newsletter. Leicester took over the paper in 1972, running it until 2000, when it became the Pittwater Offshore Newsletter.
Born in 1921, Leicester started his career as a cadet journalist on Sydney’s evening paper The Sun. He enlisted in the RAAF in World War II, serving with a bomber squadron in Borneo. It was while on leave that he met his wife, Florence Goetze, in the Sydney offices of Woman magazine. They were to remain married for over 70 years, producing two daughters and a son.
After the war Leicester spent a period in Canberra, working for a political party. Not wanting to be separated from his wife, Leicester returned to Sydney, moving with Florence to North Curl Curl, where they lived for 26 years. It was during this period that Leicester discovered Scotland Island, happening upon it while out on a country drive with his eldest daughter, Jane. This led to the ‘impulsive purchase’ of a block on Florence Terrace. By the time of his purchase on Scotland Island Leicester had already switched to a career in advertising, working for British Commonwealth Pacific Airlines, which operated trans-Pacific flights before being taken over by Qantas. Leicester then worked for a ‘hard-driving young publisher’ Rupert Murdoch in connection with the 1964 launch of The Australian newspaper. This was an unhappy time for Leicester, who later spoke openly of his alcoholism and the strain this put on his marriage. Even so, Florence remained ‘loyally supportive’.
Despite these setbacks, Leicester’s career in advertising flourished and by the late 1960s he was well respected in the industry. Indeed islander Penny Wise remembers that Leicester was an early contact for her when she first moved from England to Australia looking for a career in the media. Leicester had no work for her, but when they later became close neighbours on Florence Terrace a friendship ensued.
‘He was just gorgeous’, she recalls. ‘He loved the island, swimming outside his home every day’. It was during one such swim that Leicester and some neighbours dived to the bottom of Pittwater for what they thought might be a box of legendary sunken treasure. It turned out to be a dumped refrigerator.
In 1972 Leicester inherited S.I. News from Ian ‘Bunks’ Carmichael. Older island residents will recall Leicester delivering the paper house to house on the island, something Leicester recounted in an article he wrote for the PON in 2013, reproduced below.
Surprisingly, Leicester never lived full-time on the island. Starting as a weekender, after retirement he became the inverse, spending weekdays offshore and weekends on the lower north shore. But through his editorship of S.I. News Leicester won fans across the island. 'I was very fond of him', says Jenny Cullen. ‘He was a real gentleman’, recalls Gill Unwin. ‘A lovely, friendly guy’, remembers Alison Uren.
Unfortunately the rigours of island life became too much for Florence and the couple moved to Cremorne Point in 2004, having already handed over S.I. News to Paul Purvis, who renamed it the Pittwater Offshore Newsletter.
Sadly Florence developed dementia and in 2015 he made the ‘heart-breaking decision’ to move her to a nursing home. After more than 70 years together, Leicester described the ‘ache of separation’ as ‘almost unbearable’. After Florence died in 2016 Leicester, with admirable candour, spoke about loneliness that might have driven him close to suicide. Fortunately he found solace in the Cremorne Coffee Club, a group of friends who met daily at a café at Cremorne Point Wharf.
In time the challenges of independent living became too much for Leicester and he moved to Uniting The Garrison aged care home in Mosman. It was while living there that he suffered a stroke earlier this month.
‘Our astonishing father, who has bounced back from so many challenges in his 101 years, passed away very early this morning’, said his family yesterday. ‘We are very grateful to the wonderful staff of the Garrison, Royal North Shore and Northern Beaches Hospitals for their care and concern’.
Leicester leaves not only his children but also grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His family say that a celebration of his life will be held in the near future.
Tribute by Roy Baker,Editor of Pittwater Offshore Newsletter
Leicester Warburton, long-term offshore resident and former editor of Scotland Island’s newsletter, died May 11th, 2022 at the age of 101.
Leicester and his wife, Florence, bought on the island in 1962 and spent much of their time here until moving off in 2004. For 28 of those 42 years Leicester ran S.I. News, the island newsletter. Leicester took over the paper in 1972, running it until 2000, when it became the Pittwater Offshore Newsletter.
Born in 1921, Leicester started his career as a cadet journalist on Sydney’s evening paper The Sun. He enlisted in the RAAF in World War II, serving with a bomber squadron in Borneo. It was while on leave that he met his wife, Florence Goetze, in the Sydney offices of Woman magazine. They were to remain married for over 70 years, producing two daughters and a son.
After the war Leicester spent a period in Canberra, working for a political party. Not wanting to be separated from his wife, Leicester returned to Sydney, moving with Florence to North Curl Curl, where they lived for 26 years. It was during this period that Leicester discovered Scotland Island, happening upon it while out on a country drive with his eldest daughter, Jane. This led to the ‘impulsive purchase’ of a block on Florence Terrace.
By the time of his purchase on Scotland Island Leicester had already switched to a career in advertising, working for British Commonwealth Pacific Airlines, which operated trans-Pacific flights before being taken over by Qantas. Leicester then worked for a ‘hard-driving young publisher’ Rupert Murdoch in connection with the 1964 launch of The Australian newspaper. This was an unhappy time for Leicester, who later spoke openly of his alcoholism and the strain this put on his marriage. Even so, Florence remained ‘loyally supportive’.
Despite these setbacks, Leicester’s career in advertising flourished and by the late 1960s he was well respected in the industry. Indeed islander Penny Wise remembers that Leicester was an early contact for her when she first moved from England to Australia looking for a career in the media. Leicester had no work for her, but when they later became close neighbours on Florence Terrace a friendship ensued.
‘He was just gorgeous’, she recalls. ‘He loved the island, swimming outside his home every day’. It was during one such swim that Leicester and some neighbours dived to the bottom of Pittwater for what they thought might be a box of legendary sunken treasure. It turned out to be a dumped refrigerator.
In 1972 Leicester inherited S.I. News from Ian ‘Bunks’ Carmichael. Older island residents will recall Leicester delivering the paper house to house on the island, something Leicester recounted in an article he wrote for the PON in 2013, reproduced below.
Surprisingly, Leicester never lived full-time on the island. Starting as a weekender, after retirement he became the inverse, spending weekdays offshore and weekends on the lower north shore. But through his editorship of S.I. News Leicester won fans across the island. 'I was very fond of him', says Jenny Cullen. ‘He was a real gentleman’, recalls Gill Unwin. ‘A lovely, friendly guy’, remembers Alison Uren.
Unfortunately the rigours of island life became too much for Florence and the couple moved to Cremorne Point in 2004, having already handed over S.I. News to Paul Purvis, who renamed it the Pittwater Offshore Newsletter.
Sadly Florence developed dementia and in 2015 he made the ‘heart-breaking decision’ to move her to a nursing home. After more than 70 years together, Leicester described the ‘ache of separation’ as ‘almost unbearable’. After Florence died in 2016 Leicester, with admirable candour, spoke about loneliness that might have driven him close to suicide. Fortunately he found solace in the Cremorne Coffee Club, a group of friends who met daily at a café at Cremorne Point Wharf.
In time the challenges of independent living became too much for Leicester and he moved to Uniting The Garrison aged care home in Mosman. It was while living there that he suffered a stroke earlier this month.
‘Our astonishing father, who has bounced back from so many challenges in his 101 years, passed away very early this morning’, said his family yesterday. ‘We are very grateful to the wonderful staff of the Garrison, Royal North Shore and Northern Beaches Hospitals for their care and concern’.
Leicester leaves not only his children but also grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His family say that a celebration of his life will be held in the near future.
Tribute by Roy Baker,
Editor of Pittwater Offshore Newsletter
Avalon Shared Space Trial To Support Pedestrians And Local Businesses
Multiple Sunscreens Recall - Low Levels Of Benzene Detected
CABPRA Half Yearly
Anna's Walk 2022: May 22nd
Anna Lynch tragically lost her battle with bladder cancer in September 2017, aged just 45. It just wasn’t fair; how could someone so healthy, calm, and living in the moment be lost to this awful thing? She left behind a devoted husband, two young children Noah, now 17 and Manon, 15; and wonderful family and friends.
Anna was such an inspiration to everyone that knew her, and had an amazing aura about her. A serene calmness, and an attitude of slowing down and just ‘being’ and not always ‘doing’. She reminded people to see the beauty in every day. Very difficult to do in the fast-paced world we all live in. But it rubbed off on all that knew her – this was her legacy.
Anna inspired us to form BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia; a volunteer-led patient advocacy charity to help raise awareness of bladder cancer, and to provide information & support to those touched by this terrible disease.
Anna’s Walk hopes to help raise awareness of bladder cancer amongst all Australians, and to highlight the information and support available for those in need.
It is also an opportunity for us to do our bit to support those who have been directly impacted by this terrible disease.
And it’s a great excuse to take time out of our busy lives to simply appreciate the beauty all around us.
Adam Lynch - Founder and President, BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia
This year we are delighted to be able to offer a walk in most states and territories, giving you the opportunity to walk for bladder cancer wherever you live in Australia.To sign up, please visit: https://www.beatbladdercanceraustralia.org.au/annas-walk/
Sydney Anna's WalkSunday 22nd May 2022A beautiful coastal walk from North Narrabeen to Mona Vale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Everybody is welcome!
Register to join Anna's Walk today. Invite friends, family and colleagues to come along, and help fundraise to increase awareness and provide support for those touched by bladder cancer.
Anna Lynch tragically lost her battle with bladder cancer in September 2017, aged just 45. It just wasn’t fair; how could someone so healthy, calm, and living in the moment be lost to this awful thing? She left behind a devoted husband, two young children Noah, now 17 and Manon, 15; and wonderful family and friends.
Anna was such an inspiration to everyone that knew her, and had an amazing aura about her. A serene calmness, and an attitude of slowing down and just ‘being’ and not always ‘doing’. She reminded people to see the beauty in every day. Very difficult to do in the fast-paced world we all live in. But it rubbed off on all that knew her – this was her legacy.
Anna inspired us to form BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia; a volunteer-led patient advocacy charity to help raise awareness of bladder cancer, and to provide information & support to those touched by this terrible disease.
Anna’s Walk hopes to help raise awareness of bladder cancer amongst all Australians, and to highlight the information and support available for those in need.
It is also an opportunity for us to do our bit to support those who have been directly impacted by this terrible disease.
And it’s a great excuse to take time out of our busy lives to simply appreciate the beauty all around us.
Adam Lynch - Founder and President, BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia
This year we are delighted to be able to offer a walk in most states and territories, giving you the opportunity to walk for bladder cancer wherever you live in Australia.
To sign up, please visit: https://www.beatbladdercanceraustralia.org.au/annas-walk/
Sydney Anna's Walk
Sunday 22nd May 2022
A beautiful coastal walk from North Narrabeen to Mona Vale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Everybody is welcome!
Register to join Anna's Walk today. Invite friends, family and colleagues to come along, and help fundraise to increase awareness and provide support for those touched by bladder cancer.
Narrabeen Tragic Tigers: Over 35’S Rugby Team
Have you been coaching or watching your little tacker running around? Getting pumped watching Subbies or the big boys play?Come and have a run with Narrabeen Tragic Tigers Over 35’s rugby team!
Next game is after Subbies at Porters Reserve Newport Saturday 14/5 from 5 pm.
It’s competitive rugby, played with modified rules to make sure you turn up to work on Monday.Challenging, great team spirit, and maybe a beer or three after it.
Contact us to find out more at: vpnarrabeentigers@gmail.com
Have you been coaching or watching your little tacker running around? Getting pumped watching Subbies or the big boys play?
Come and have a run with Narrabeen Tragic Tigers Over 35’s rugby team!
Next game is after Subbies at Porters Reserve Newport Saturday 14/5 from 5 pm.
It’s competitive rugby, played with modified rules to make sure you turn up to work on Monday.
Challenging, great team spirit, and maybe a beer or three after it.
Contact us to find out more at: vpnarrabeentigers@gmail.com
National Sorry Day: Sunday 22th May 2022
Come and join us all welcome. An opportunity for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to come together and yarn, the way it should be. Program for the Day1.30pm Start:
- Smoking Ceremony- Welcome to Country
- One minute silence to remember the stolen generation.
- Didgeridoo- playing Clap Sticks - outside hall - everybody to joins in.
2.00pm Every one invited in side hall to look at displays- Kids to start Painting their Boomerang’s
- Colouring in for the younger ones
- You can Enjoying Weaving with Karleen Green – in the corner
- See the Aboriginal Artefact display.
- Learn about the Uluru Statement from the heart.
- ASGMWP Book sale.
3.00pm: Guest speaker from Reconciliation NSW 3.30pm: And of course a free BBQ tea/ coffee and snacks. 4.00pm: We will have a show and tell what the kids have done, with their Boomerangs. - Bag of goodies for the kids
- Then a reading from Aunty Nancy’s Book of Poems
4.15pm: Local Aboriginal girls singing (NOT to be missed, Deadly)5.00pm: Conclusion. Aboriginal Support Group - Many Warringah PittwaterMemorial Hall Mona Vale 1 Park St Mona Vale
Come and join us all welcome. An opportunity for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to come together and yarn, the way it should be.
Program for the Day
1.30pm Start:
- Smoking Ceremony- Welcome to Country
- One minute silence to remember the stolen generation.
- Didgeridoo- playing Clap Sticks - outside hall - everybody to joins in.
2.00pm Every one invited in side hall to look at displays
- Kids to start Painting their Boomerang’s
- Colouring in for the younger ones
- You can Enjoying Weaving with Karleen Green – in the corner
- See the Aboriginal Artefact display.
- Learn about the Uluru Statement from the heart.
- ASGMWP Book sale.
3.00pm: Guest speaker from Reconciliation NSW
3.30pm: And of course a free BBQ tea/ coffee and snacks.
4.00pm: We will have a show and tell what the kids have done, with their Boomerangs.
- Bag of goodies for the kids
- Then a reading from Aunty Nancy’s Book of Poems
4.15pm: Local Aboriginal girls singing (NOT to be missed, Deadly)
5.00pm: Conclusion.
Aboriginal Support Group - Many Warringah Pittwater
Memorial Hall Mona Vale 1 Park St Mona Vale
Pittwater Ward Community Meeting
Midget Farrelly Tribute Statue For Palm Beach
NB Youth For Peace Open Mic Night
Bilgola Beach: Sunday May 29Join this group of altruistic young people hosted by Bilgola SLSC wanting to do their bit for Ukraine with an Open Mic Night fundraiser.All funds raised on the night will go to charities doing humanitarian work in the Ukraine.Bring cash and/talent!To perform sign up here: https://bit.ly/3vg484YSunday, May 29th 2-5pm at Bilgola Surf Club
Bilgola Beach: Sunday May 29
Join this group of altruistic young people hosted by Bilgola SLSC wanting to do their bit for Ukraine with an Open Mic Night fundraiser.
All funds raised on the night will go to charities doing humanitarian work in the Ukraine.
Bring cash and/talent!
To perform sign up here: https://bit.ly/3vg484Y
Sunday, May 29th 2-5pm at Bilgola Surf Club
Palm Beach RSL Veterans Ocean Therapy
Palm Beach RSL Sub-Branch has approved the formation of Veterans Ocean Therapy in order to improve Physical and Mental Health of Veterans.
Storage will soon arrive at 29 Iluka Rd that will house kayaks and paddle boards with direct access to Pittwater.
A regular paddle club will shortly afterwards commence for veterans including BBQ breakfast at the club.Veterans Ocean Therapy will be looking for assistance or donations of watercraft and gear.
Any veterans interested in joining please stay tuned for more updates. Or contact Dave Good at dave@good.id.au
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Palm-Beach-NSW-RSL-Veterans-Ocean-Therapy
Palm Beach RSL Sub-Branch has approved the formation of Veterans Ocean Therapy in order to improve Physical and Mental Health of Veterans.
Storage will soon arrive at 29 Iluka Rd that will house kayaks and paddle boards with direct access to Pittwater.
A regular paddle club will shortly afterwards commence for veterans including BBQ breakfast at the club.
Veterans Ocean Therapy will be looking for assistance or donations of watercraft and gear.
Any veterans interested in joining please stay tuned for more updates. Or contact Dave Good at dave@good.id.au
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Palm-Beach-NSW-RSL-Veterans-Ocean-Therapy
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Stalls Return
The Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary members are having a stall at Pittwater Place on the first Saturday of every month from 9am to 3pm selling knitting for babies and children, beanies, bedsocks and scarves for oldies, sewing items, craft and jams, raising funds for the rehabilitation and palliative care units.
The Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary members are having a stall at Pittwater Place on the first Saturday of every month from 9am to 3pm selling knitting for babies and children, beanies, bedsocks and scarves for oldies, sewing items, craft and jams, raising funds for the rehabilitation and palliative care units.
Monika's Doggie Rescue: Pets Of The Week
Billy 11yo Maltese X Shihtzu
Billy is a very sweet gentle dog who is very affectionate with people and social with other small dogs. Billy came from the pound in a matted urine soaked state. He has now been clipped and bathed. He was so well behaved for grooming. Billy has non-shedding coat and weighs 4.9kg. He would suit apartment dwellers and suits home based workers. He would be best suited in a quiet environment.All our dogs come desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DoggieRescue Vet. His adoption fee is $400. For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024
Squeak7 months old Domestic Short Hair
Squeak came with his Mum Mrs Tiggy from the pound at a very early age.Squeak is a gorgeous, confident kitten who loves to play with his step brother Benjamin. He is curious, loves to play with interactive toys and being a kitten has bundles of energy followed by lots of naps. Squeak loves to be picked up for a cuddle and is very happy to relax in your arms.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
Billy
11yo Maltese X Shihtzu
Billy is a very sweet gentle dog who is very affectionate with people and social with other small dogs. Billy came from the pound in a matted urine soaked state. He has now been clipped and bathed. He was so well behaved for grooming. Billy has non-shedding coat and weighs 4.9kg. He would suit apartment dwellers and suits home based workers. He would be best suited in a quiet environment.
All our dogs come desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DoggieRescue Vet. His adoption fee is $400. For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024
Squeak
7 months old Domestic Short Hair
Squeak came with his Mum Mrs Tiggy from the pound at a very early age.
Squeak is a gorgeous, confident kitten who loves to play with his step brother Benjamin. He is curious, loves to play with interactive toys and being a kitten has bundles of energy followed by lots of naps. Squeak loves to be picked up for a cuddle and is very happy to relax in your arms.
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
Funding Open Now For Crown Reserves
National Volunteer Week: May 16-22, 2022
National Volunteer Week (NVW) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering and will be held on 16 – 22 May 2022.
The theme for National Volunteer Week 2022 is Better Together.
Volunteering brings people together; it builds communities and creates a better society for everyone.
National Volunteer Week is a chance for all of us to celebrate and recognise the vital work of volunteers and to say thank you.
Together, through volunteering, we are changing communities for the better. We are, Better Together.
Through Old Eyes: Sydney Launch Of Uncle Wes Marne Book
You are invited! Please join us to celebrate the launch of the publication of "Though Old Eyes: Poems by Uncle Wes Marne"
The celebration will take place on, Tuesday 17 May 2022; 11am for an 11.30am launch, followed by a light lunch and guest readings of Uncle Wes’s poetry at Tranby Aboriginal Co-operative, 13 Mansfield St, Glebe.
Uncle Wes is a Bigambul man and community Elder who has lived and worked on Dharug land in Mt Druitt, Western Sydney for more than four decades. This year he celebrates his 100th birthday.
His collection of verse is a wide-ranging and thoughtful reflection on history, colonisation, family, childhood, Aboriginal Dreaming, traditions and storytelling, working lives and people he has met.
This will be BLACKBOOKS® first publication since the early 1980’s and marks our establishment as an NSW Aboriginal owned community publisher of books and educational resources.
We hope you can join us to celebrate Uncle Wes and his remarkable achievements.
Tranby Aboriginal Co-operative Limited (established in 1957) this year celebrates 65years of making change happen.
For more information please contact: BLACKBOOKS@tranby.edu.au .
“Through Old Eyes: Poems by Uncle Wes Marne” will be available from May 6th at all good bookstores and from BLACKBOOKS®.
Date and time: Tue., 17 May 2022; 11:00 am – 2:00 pm AEST
FREE - details and tickets here
Location: Tranby National Indigenous Adult Education & Training
13 Mansfield Street, Glebe
Would You Like To Help Our Wildlife?
The next Sydney Wildlife Rescue and Care Course starts on 4 June 2022, so you can learn how to rescue, rehabilitate and release our sick, injured and orphaned native birds and animals – just like these Pacific Black Ducklings which were saved by our volunteer Tracey.
The course involves two parts:
- Part 1 is a self-paced online course over 3 weeks which should take about 12 hours to complete.
- Part 2 is a practical hands-on, in person, instructional training session conducted over a half-day on a weekend.
We urgently need volunteers across the Sydney metropolitan area, so if you’re wildlife-loving and would like to meet like-minded people to help our native birds and animals, please consider enrolling. More information is available on this link:
Sydney Street Parties Series: Manly + Dee Why - May 21 & 22
All-inclusive events are taking place across Sydney in May and June 2022, with something for everyone!
Have fun in the entertainment and party areas and play in the family fun zone. Enjoy roving artists, performers, local creatives, and DJs. Support local businesses and enjoy something delicious in the dining zones. Bring your family, kids, friends, neighbours and four-legged friends to join in the fun!
Dates and locations: Northern Beaches
21 May 2022 at Slip Road (off Sydney Road) at Fairlight Village, Fairlight from 10am to 6pm
22 May 2022 at The Strand (between Dee Why Parade to Oaks Avenue), Dee Why from 10am to 6pm
Changed traffic conditions will be in place with a westbound lane closure on Sydney Rd at Woods Pde and speed limit reduction to 40km/h through the area from 8am to 8pm.
Special event clearway parking restrictions will be in effect from 6am to 8pm on Hilltop Cres between Sydney Rd and Woods Pde (both sides) and Sydney Rd between Hilltop Cres and Woods Pde (western side).
Clearways are strict no-parking zones even for local residents and Mobility Scheme Permit holders. Check signs carefully as vehicles left in clearways will be towed and a fee applies.
The Strand will be closed between Oaks Ave and Dee Why Pde from 8am to 8pm. Special event clearway parking restrictions will be in effect from 6am to 8pm on The Strand between Oaks Ave and Dee Why Pde (western side). Clearways are strict no-parking zones even for local residents and Mobility Scheme Permit holders. Check signs carefully as vehicles left in clearways will be towed and a fee applies.
Council 'Have Your Say' Listings
Morgan Road bridge replacement, Oxford Falls
Closes Thursday May 26, 2022
The bridge at Morgan Road and Oxford Falls Road West has been identified for replacement due to its age and condition.
Key features of the proposed new bridge includes a two way vehicle lane and a separate pedestrian and cycle bridge that will improve access and safety in the area.
The current 50km speed limit along Oxford Falls Road West and Morgan Road will be maintained along with the existing 3 tonne load limit.
View the concept plan and have your say at the comment form at above link.
Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan
Closes Sunday May 29
The Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan Amendment 16, Revision 3, 2018 (the ‘Contributions Plan 2018’) was adopted by Council on 28 August 2018.
The Contributions Plan 2018 applies to the Warriewood Valley Release Area and is the funding mechanism for local infrastructure required to meet the needs of the current and future residents within Warriewood Valley.
A regular review of the plan is undertaken to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice principles for managing development contributions.
A recent review of the Contributions Plan 2018 has been undertaken and has resulted in changes proposed in the Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan Amendment 16, Revision 4 2022 (the Draft Plan 2022).
The Draft Plan 2022 is now on public exhibition. Key changes to the plan are:
- Extending the plan to 30 June 2031
- Updating income and expenditure assumptions which underpin the plan
- Inclusion of secondary dwellings
- Revised open space strategy
- Review of infrastructure items including updated infrastructure costings and land valuations including future phasing/prioritisation
- Change to an administrative provision to remove the ability to make a delayed or periodic payment
- Typographical amendments
A tracked changed document is available below to easily identify the proposed amendments.
Council invite you to read more and have your say by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan’ to Strategic & Place Planning Team, Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
All submissions will be considered and any necessary changes will be made to the Draft Plan 2022 if required. The outcomes of the public exhibition and the updated plan will then be reported to Council for consideration.
If the Draft Plan 2022 is adopted by Council it will repeal and replace the existing Contributions Plan 2018. Click +Follow at the top of the page to be kept up to date with the progress of this plan.
Water skiing at Manly Dam
Closes June 5
Council are seeking your views on a 12-month trial for reduced water skiing times at Manly Dam.
The request to consider reduced water skiing times came from Council's Manly Warringah War Memorial State Park Advisory Committee and is about providing:
- More access to the entire lake at Manly Dam for other recreational activities such as swimming and paddling.
- More time to enjoy Manly Dam when there are no motorised boats on the lake.
- Ongoing access to the lake at Manly Dam for water skiing.
Details of the proposed water-skiing times are available here and in the frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Before Council consider a trial, they want to know about our community's views on this proposal. Feedback received will be assessed and then a report prepared for Council's consideration.
Have your say today by:
- Completing the submission form
- Emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au, or
- Writing, marked ‘Water Skiing at Manly Dam’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655
Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan & Budget 2022/2023
Closes Sunday May 29
The delivery program sets out the work we will undertake over the next four years to address community priorities in our Community Strategic Plan (CSP). We are in the process of revising the CSP for the future. If you'd like to read more you can find the draft on exhibition from the tile at the bottom of this page.
The first year of the delivery program is the operational plan, including the 2022/23 budget. The operational plan details expected income and expenditure for all planned services and infrastructure as well as ongoing maintenance and depreciation commitments.
The draft Fees and Charges 2022/23 detail our proposed charges for services in 2022/23. Council have also revised their Pricing Policy which guides how they recover costs for services. Links to these documents are available here.
If you'd like to read the Delivery Program in full, you will find a PDF of the document at the button on the webpage linked to above.
Have your say today by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Delivery Program’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026
Closes Sunday May 29
Council has developed a draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026.
The draft DIAP outlines what Council plans to do over the next four years to support people living with disability to feel included and be a part of community life.
Council wants to make sure you can do the things you want and get to the places you need to go.
Last year, you helped by sharing your experiences and telling us what is important to you.
Council now want you to read the draft DIAP and let them know if we got it right:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing to us marked 'Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Council also invite you to come chat at one of their community conversation sessions. Register here.
You can choose between two sessions:
- - Online via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 18 May 2022, 11 to 11.45am
- - In person at the Dee Why Civic Centre on Thursday 19 May 2022, 6 to 6.45pm
Community Strategic Plan 2040
Closes Sunday May 29
The Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is everyone’s roadmap for the future of the Northern Beaches. It defines the community’s vision and sets a direction for everything done together over the coming years to make the vision a reality.
The current CSP adopted in 2018 is under review. Council have looked at community feedback obtained between 2017 and 2021 and recently tested this with the exhibition of a discussion paper.
You can find a link to the full engagement report in the Engagement History section on this page. The report includes the outcomes of engagement on the discussion paper, what Council heard and how we've revised Community Strategic Plan 2040 (draft CSP 2040) from the feedback.
When you're ready have your say by:
completing the submission form
emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
writing, marked ‘Draft Community Strategic Plan 2040’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Draft Planning Agreement Policy
Closes Sunday May 29
Council are seeking your review and feedback on our draft Planning Agreement Policy 2022 (the Policy).
Planning Agreements are legal agreements between Council and other parties - developers and landowners. It is important that the community are aware of changes that Council make to the policies relating to these agreements.
The draft Policy guides how Council will consider a developer's offer to enter into agreements that may result in payment of monetary contributions, or transfer of land or infrastructure to Council for use as a public purpose. This Policy will, when adopted, replace the Northern Beaches Voluntary Planning Agreement Policy 2019.
More information about Planning Agreements, including a register of Planning Agreements executed with Council, can be found on Council’s website here.
To accompany Council’s Policy, the Guide for Developers 2022 (the Guide) has been prepared as an information guide for developers to use. This Guide replaces the Voluntary Planning Agreement Guideline 2019.
Documents on exhibition
Information document
We invite you to read more and have your say by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Planning Agreement Policy’ to Strategic & Place Planning Team, Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
All submissions will be considered and changes will be made to the draft policy if required. The outcomes of the public exhibition and the updated policy will then be reported to Council for consideration.
Click +Follow at the top of the page to be kept up to date with the progress of this plan.
Integrated Planning & Reporting Review 2022
Closes May 29
Council are committed to partnering with the community to protect and improve the area. Key to this is your involvement in the review of their integrated planning and reporting framework (IP&R) as this directs their actions.
The framework comprises the Community Strategic Plan (CSP), resourcing strategy, delivery program and operational plan. The CSP holds our community’s aspiration and priorities for the future of the area. The delivery and operational plan details how Council will respond to these priorities over the next four years. The Resourcing Strategy is the finances, people and assets Council will apply to achieve the CSP.
The revised documents that form their IP&R are now available and they invite your feedback.
The page linked to above is your home base for broad information on the process. You can also navigate through to the detailed documents if you want to take your time with the content.
Have your say today by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Integrated Planning and Reporting Review’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Keep up to date with all projects and feedback sought at: https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say
Australian Taxation Office: Scam Alert
Scammers are telling people they can get a tax file number (TFN) for a fee. But instead of giving you a TFN, they’re taking off with your money and personal information.
Applying for a TFN (or ABN) is free and can be done online or by post. If you’re applying through a tax agent, make sure they’re registered with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Warn your family and friends and visit our scam alerts page to learn more: www.ato.gov.au/General/Online-services/Identity-security-and-scams/Scam-alerts/
This Issue:
Profile of the Week Judith Charnaud - 2022 UpdateIn 2019 Pittwater Online News ran a Profile of the Week about Warriewood resident Judy Charnaud. Judy has had an interesting and varied career including designing and implementing school and community education programs, working as a geologist with a large multi-national mining company, senior secondary science teaching and geology coordinator, costume maker for school musicals and Rock eisteddfods, community volunteer and bush regeneration work.
In 1999, needing a break from teaching, Judy decided to volunteer with OzGREEN and the rest as they say is history! She has since been involved in projects such as “Kids, Companies, Creeks”, MyRiver, YouthLEAD and the Great Eastern Ranges biodiversity corridor. Judy has been a committed environmentalist for many years winning awards for environmental initiatives during her teaching career, acting as Streamwatch coordinator, being a founding member of the Narrabeen Lagoon Committee and now working in the field of overseas aid and development.
Since 2001 Judy has been Program Manager of the East Timor Project which has involved living and working in the enclave of Oecusse for seven months a year. The core of the project is Village Environmental Action Planning which is a community based, transformative learning program. Villagers are empowered to critically analyse their environment and livelihoods and design their unique, site specific vision to building a society which is socially and ecologically sustainable.
This week Judy has contacted us with an update, stating;
''After two long years of Covid lockdowns and closed international borders I am beginning to plan my return trip to Oecusse. I am excited but uncertain and a little intimidated at the thought of going back. Having spent so long away it is easy to remember the tough times – the derelict house, the dirt, the mosquitoes, ants, mice, scorpions and spiders which live with me, the heat, lack of clean water, bad roads, unreliable vehicle, poor communications, the noise … and then I remember the wonderful, smiling people, the joy of giving, the friendships, the cries of Mrs Judy, Mrs Judy which I know I will hear, the excitement of the Games and so on. OK maybe one more time!!!''
''GREENTL my NGO based in Timor Leste are very keen to run the Games again and already have plans in place. My problem as per usual is the need for funds, I have approximately $10,000 from donors which I can spend on the Games but will need more than that. If residents can help in any way it would be greatly appreciated. After 2 years without organised sport the young people of Oecusse will be super keen and I am sure we will get more than the usual number of teams!''
Judy also wants to support education for Oecusse students, which although not costly compared to Australian education fees, is still not free. Find out more this Issue.
Warriewood SLSC is set to celebrate its 70th Anniversary at the end of May with a gala 1970's themed event at long-term supporters club, the Pittwater RSL.
One of our smaller beaches, tucked away under the northern end of Turimetta, the lovely bay of Warriewood beach remains a favourite of many. Although quiet and secluded this stretch of waters is just as dangerous to the unwary as every other stretch of beach in Pittwater with rips and tides that are made more so by the way they swirl around her northern headland or the manner in which calm seas can quickly become boiling surf in quick weather changes. There are three main rips at Warriewood, one which sweeps over the southern rocks (known as Pot Rocks), one at the northern end in front of the cliff face and a central rip. The notorious blowhole around the corner from the southern end has been the cause of many rescues by Warriewood surf club members.Pittwater Online News research in 2017 into the Macpherson photo albums confirmed the word 'Warriewood' stems from this family that held so much land in the valley and North Narrabeen. Wharrie is a very old Scottish name that may even date back to the Dalriadan tribe of Scotland's western coast and Hebrides islands. It comes from Guaire, an old Gaelic personal name meaning noble or proud. William Joseph Macpherson, to whom many of these images were originally attributed, was born on March 25, 1866, at Surry Hills, New South Wales. He was the second eldest child of Edward Augustus Macpherson, who arrived at Port Jackson in 1833 aged 10 months. Edward Augustus Macpherson was the son of Joseph Wharrie and Catherine Macpherson. Another Macpherson also had this as part of his name - Septimus Wharrie Macpherson.
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Appeal To Locate Missing Woman - Collaroy
Friday, May 6, 2022
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a missing woman.
Poppy Doolan, aged 28, was last seen at her home on Fielding Street, Collaroy, about 10pm on Monday 25 April 2022.
She was reported missing on Tuesday (3 May 2022) to officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command, who immediately commenced inquiries into her whereabouts.Police and family have concerns for Poppy’s welfare due to medical conditions.
Poppy is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 165cm tall, of medium build, with light brown shoulder-length hair and brown eyes.
She was last seen wearing a blue short sleeved t-shirt, red and blue shorts and white thongs.
Anyone with information regarding Poppy’s whereabouts is urged to contact either Dee Why Police on (02) 9971 3399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Alfonso's Café At Elvina Is Set To Close Sunday May 8th
The great food will still be made available at Avalon Bowlo and Avalon Surf Club every weekend. Pizza is moving to the Avalon Bowlo and they will be providing dinner at their Wednesday Jazz nights. Catering available as always.
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Alfonso and Marcela - where to find them after Sunday. AJG Pics
May Is Rotary Youth Service Month
Rotary’s Youth Service Programs have a long history of developing young leaders, and providing for health and education projects to make the world a better place. These programs make it a priority to create world peace and understanding while exposing youth to the ideals of “Service Above Self.” Youth Service is important because youth are our future.
Did you know that anyone over the age of 18 can join Rotary?
In our club, we have a great combination and balance of highly experienced Rotarians and young energetic ones as well, providing fresh ideas and diversity of thought.
This week, we are pleased to host Sam Wilkins of Northern Beaches Rotaract, who will tell us all about how young people can become involved.
Details of our next meeting are:
Date Wednesday, 11 May 2022
Venue Avalon RSL
Meeting Time 7pm upstairs - function room (or join us for meal in the bistro from 6 pm)
Contact Details and More Information:
Phone (02) 8005 0711
Local Women Named In Australian Gridiron Squad
Newport rugby's Kirisitiana Osborne has been named to play for Australia in the Australian Women’s Outback Travel Squad for the Women’s World Championship of Gridiron to be played in Finland in July 2022. Kirisitiana is one of three Northern Sydney Gridiron Club Rebels players named this week as part of a 45 women Australian squad, with Keira Boots and Brooke Mugridge being the other Rebels players.
Kevin Wilson, Head Coach of the Australian Women's Outback, made the announcement on Thursday May 5th, stating;
''I am confident these athletes will uphold with pride, the honour of being an Australian representative and will conduct themselves as ambassadors for the sport in true Australian spirit.''
Gridiron Australia is the recognised governing body of American Football in Australia. Ter are, to date, 121 teams and 3175 players of this sport across Australia in all places except the Northern Territory.
The 2022 International Federation of American Football (IFAF) World Championship, is taking place in Vantaa, Finland from July 28-August 8.
The lineup will include the host nation and defending European Champion Finland, along with the reigning World Champions, Team USA. They will be joined by the 2017 World Championship silver and bronze medallists, Canada and Mexico, as well as the 2019 European silver and bronze medallists, Sweden and Great Britain, the 2015 European bronze medallists, Germany, and Australia, which was coached at the 2017 World Championship by Dr. Jen Welter. Dr. Welter became the NFL’s first female coach in 2015.
The Northern Sydney Gridiron club's website states the club was founded in 2014 by former club president Stephen Armstrong. Stephen grew up on the Northern Beaches, but moved to Perth after school. He had a successful stint playing football in WA for the Perth Blitz before relocating home to NSW in 2013. After playing one season with the UNSW Raiders he decided to start his own football club.
Stephen sent a proposal to the sports governing body, Gridiron NSW, and was put in contact with a man by the name of Scott Davoren. Scott was a former North Western Predator who had been out of the game for a few years but was more than willing to help establish a new club. The word was put out in early 2014 on the clubs newly formed Facebook page and after a hugely successful first turn out the founding members of the club made the decision to push forward and get on the pitch for the upcoming season.
The club considered several names including The Spartans, Saxons, Owls and even the Redbacks in honour of the historical Manly side from the 1990s. In the end it was unanimously decided to settle on the mantle of the Rebels.
Fast forward to today, and the club has moved forward in leaps and bounds. The Division 1 men's team was the first team to record a win in their initial season in GNSW history, and have since had playoff berths in the 2016 and 2017 seasons, barely missing out on a spot in the Waratah Bowl in 2017. The club has grown exponentially since its inception, developing its colts and women's programs to the same level of success, as can be seen from this week's announcement.
If you want to try it out there's an event coming up locally in a few weeks time:
Book "Odd Jobs"
Avalon Beach 100 committee member Roger Treagus has re-launched his 2019 book 'Odd Jobs' at Alfonso's café in Avalon this past week. The work tells 45 separate stories each detailing a job that he had that make up a non-career that is still going now. Most of these stories are hilarious and provide insights into a much travelled man.
Roger became a postman, gardener, photographer, spy, weatherman and lighthouse inspector just for starters, never really knowing what would be next. The story is not just about the jobs, as each came with its own assortment of fascinating characters with their own stories to tell. Readers will meet ancient bushmen, World Bank Executives, pipe-smoking First-Nation elders advising on caribou migrations and a fiery Chilean captain of a doomed ship.
Local jobs that Roger describes are:
Being the manager of the Pittwater Youth Hostel on the Western Foreshores; Supervising the 2011 Census for Palm Beach and Avalon with some very funny ways employed to catch everybody, The Steinway Evacuation: Evacuating a famous grand piano in a bushfire is quite a unique experience, and Discovering a route that makes up the 475km Great River Walk from source to Barrenjoey Lighthouse.
Our copy was just $20.00. The book is available at online booksellers such as Booktopia and Amazon.
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Anna's Walk 2022: May 22nd
Anna Lynch tragically lost her battle with bladder cancer in September 2017, aged just 45. It just wasn’t fair; how could someone so healthy, calm, and living in the moment be lost to this awful thing? She left behind a devoted husband, two young children Noah, now 17 and Manon, 15; and wonderful family and friends.
Anna was such an inspiration to everyone that knew her, and had an amazing aura about her. A serene calmness, and an attitude of slowing down and just ‘being’ and not always ‘doing’. She reminded people to see the beauty in every day. Very difficult to do in the fast-paced world we all live in. But it rubbed off on all that knew her – this was her legacy.
Anna inspired us to form BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia; a volunteer-led patient advocacy charity to help raise awareness of bladder cancer, and to provide information & support to those touched by this terrible disease.
Anna’s Walk hopes to help raise awareness of bladder cancer amongst all Australians, and to highlight the information and support available for those in need.
It is also an opportunity for us to do our bit to support those who have been directly impacted by this terrible disease.
And it’s a great excuse to take time out of our busy lives to simply appreciate the beauty all around us.
Adam Lynch - Founder and President, BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia
This year we are delighted to be able to offer a walk in most states and territories, giving you the opportunity to walk for bladder cancer wherever you live in Australia.
To sign up, please visit: https://www.beatbladdercanceraustralia.org.au/annas-walk/
Sydney Anna's Walk
Sunday 22nd May 2022
A beautiful coastal walk from North Narrabeen to Mona Vale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Everybody is welcome!
Register to join Anna's Walk today. Invite friends, family and colleagues to come along, and help fundraise to increase awareness and provide support for those touched by bladder cancer.
Narrabeen Tragic Tigers: Over 35’S Rugby Team
Have you been coaching or watching your little tacker running around? Getting pumped watching Subbies or the big boys play?
Come and have a run with Narrabeen Tragic Tigers Over 35’s rugby team!
Next game is after Subbies at Porters Reserve Newport Saturday 14/5 from 5 pm.
It’s competitive rugby, played with modified rules to make sure you turn up to work on Monday.
Challenging, great team spirit, and maybe a beer or three after it.
Contact us to find out more at: vpnarrabeentigers@gmail.com
National Sorry Day: Sunday 22th May 2022
Come and join us all welcome. An opportunity for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to come together and yarn, the way it should be.
Program for the Day
1.30pm Start:
- Smoking Ceremony- Welcome to Country
- One minute silence to remember the stolen generation.
- Didgeridoo- playing Clap Sticks - outside hall - everybody to joins in.
2.00pm Every one invited in side hall to look at displays
- Kids to start Painting their Boomerang’s
- Colouring in for the younger ones
- You can Enjoying Weaving with Karleen Green – in the corner
- See the Aboriginal Artefact display.
- Learn about the Uluru Statement from the heart.
- ASGMWP Book sale.
3.00pm: Guest speaker from Reconciliation NSW
3.30pm: And of course a free BBQ tea/ coffee and snacks.
4.00pm: We will have a show and tell what the kids have done, with their Boomerangs.
- Bag of goodies for the kids
- Then a reading from Aunty Nancy’s Book of Poems
4.15pm: Local Aboriginal girls singing (NOT to be missed, Deadly)
5.00pm: Conclusion.
Aboriginal Support Group - Many Warringah Pittwater
Memorial Hall Mona Vale 1 Park St Mona Vale
Scotland Island Rural Fire Brigade Community Dinners
Thanks to everyone who supported our Fire Shed Dinner (Saturday April 30th). We hope you enjoyed it as much as we enjoyed putting it on.
These dinners are a great way to bring our community together and they are an important way for the Brigade to fundraise, so we really appreciate your support. Every cent we raise goes straight into supporting our community with the things we do.
Thanks especially to all those people who helped get setup, helped cook, serve, wash up and clean up. We couldn’t have done it with our you.
Thanks also to the very talented performers that entertained us.
We’ll let you know about the plans for our next dinner soon so stay tuned.
Photo: SIRFB
Happy 25th Birthday Sydney Wildlife Rescue
On May 6th 1997, Sydney Wildlife Rescue was founded by Sonja Elwood (number one ticket holder) together with a group of experienced wildlife volunteers. 25 years on, the team has grown to 418 (including 16 life members) who have rescued, rehabilitated and released countless sick, injured and orphaned native birds and animals across the Sydney Metropolitan Area.
During the devastating black summer bushfires of 2019-2020, a number of Sydney Wildlife Rescue volunteers hit the road in a purpose-built mobile clinic to help affected wildlife. Many responded again to assist waterlogged wildlife impacted by the recent flooding across the greater Sydney area.
So on this day, Sydney Wildlife Rescue’s silver anniversary, we thank SWR members and their families (past and present), the 24/7 rescue line team, the generous network of volunteer vets and vet nurses, the sponsors, supporters, and wildlife partner organisations, but most of all, the members of the public who have reached out to Sydney Wildlife Rescue to give native birds and animals a second chance at life.
If you’d like to join the team on the next phase of their journey, please consider enrolling in and upcoming Rescue & Course or supporting them with a donation or sponsorship.
Photo: Sonja with founding members trying on the first SWR T-shirts with logo and one of the cutest little chicks they’ve had in care
Proposal For Four-Legged Diggers To Be Commemorated At Purple Poppy Dog Park In Forestville
Council has endorsed a proposal from Forestville RSL Sub-Branch to name the enclosed off-leash dog area at Forestville War Memorial Playing Fields the Purple Poppy Dog Park and has invited the community to have their say.
“While Australia has a proud history of commemorating and recognising those brave servicemen and women who have given their lives to protect our county, their four-legged comrades are often forgotten,” Northern Beaches Mayor Michael Regan said.
“The purple poppy commemorates the deeds and sacrifices of animals in wartime. The purple poppy is worn alongside the traditional red poppy to remind us of the sacrifice animals made and continue to make.”
The purple poppy was introduced by the Australia War Animal Memorial Organisation in 2013. The non-profit organisation aims to recognise the deeds of animals during military service.
Purple poppies are worn on the National Day for War Animals in Australia on 24 February.
Horses, dogs and carrier pigeons served in past wars, but these days its primarily dogs that are deployed.
“From guard dogs to explosive detection dogs, these furry friends bravely served Australia,” Mayor Regan said.
“Lest we forget our four-legged companions who served alongside our diggers.”
You can have your say on the proposed dog park name on Your Say from Friday 6 May.
Background
In 2013 the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO) introduced the purple poppy to Australia; it is sometime referred to as the “Animal Poppy”. Purple poppies are designed to be worn alongside the traditional red one as a reminder of their bravery and that both humans and animals served together. Funds raised from donations and the sale of Purple Poppies are used by AWAMO to establish memorials. They also fund training of support animals to help soldiers with post-traumatic stress, and provide care packages including paying for care for war animals retired from service due to illness, injury and old age after active service.
In July 2017 AWAMO established the first official Australian war animal memorial in the heart of the WWI battle fields near the town of Pozieres. They also successfully lobbied Federal parliament to make February 24th National War Animal day here in Australia.
Animals continued to serve in places like Afghanistan, where explosive detection dogs and their handlers worked on the frontline.
The president of the Australia War Animal Memorial Organisation and recent ANZAC of the year award recipient Mr Nigel Allsopp said;
"The 24th of February or purple poppy day is a day all Australians can wear a purple poppy and a time to think not only about our soldiers who gave their lives in war, but also spare a thought for the four-legged and winged heroes that fought and died alongside our troops."
Palm Beach RSL Veterans Ocean Therapy
Palm Beach RSL Sub-Branch has approved the formation of Veterans Ocean Therapy in order to improve Physical and Mental Health of Veterans.
Storage will soon arrive at 29 Iluka Rd that will house kayaks and paddle boards with direct access to Pittwater.
A regular paddle club will shortly afterwards commence for veterans including BBQ breakfast at the club.
Veterans Ocean Therapy will be looking for assistance or donations of watercraft and gear.
Any veterans interested in joining please stay tuned for more updates. Or contact Dave Good at dave@good.id.au
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Palm-Beach-NSW-RSL-Veterans-Ocean-Therapy
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Stalls Return
The Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary members are having a stall at Pittwater Place on the first Saturday of every month from 9am to 3pm selling knitting for babies and children, beanies, bedsocks and scarves for oldies, sewing items, craft and jams, raising funds for the rehabilitation and palliative care units.
Monika's Doggie Rescue: Pets Of The Week
Billy
11yo Maltese X Shihtzu
Billy is a very sweet gentle dog who is very affectionate with people and social with other small dogs. Billy came from the pound in a matted urine soaked state. He has now been clipped and bathed. He was so well behaved for grooming. Billy has non-shedding coat and weighs 4.9kg. He would suit apartment dwellers and suits home based workers. He would be best suited in a quiet environment.
All our dogs come desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DoggieRescue Vet. His adoption fee is $400. For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024
Squeak
7 months old Domestic Short Hair
Squeak came with his Mum Mrs Tiggy from the pound at a very early age.
Squeak is a gorgeous, confident kitten who loves to play with his step brother Benjamin. He is curious, loves to play with interactive toys and being a kitten has bundles of energy followed by lots of naps. Squeak loves to be picked up for a cuddle and is very happy to relax in your arms.
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
Palm Beach Fish And Chip Shop Proposal Re-Submitted To Council
The new application concedes the upper-level roof eaves exceed the site’s 8.5m height blanket by as much as 2.99m in some parts and a height variation request has been submitted.
All Council Officers responses have been stated as 'The proposal is therefore supported' apart from Waste Referral Response and the Environmental Health Referral Response - contaminated lands.
Submissions close May 13, 2022
current site
former footprint and building envelope
Northern Rivers Flood Appeal 2022 Online Raffle
Firstly, a massive thank you to all the local businesses that have contributed prizes to our Northern Rivers Flood Appeal that will take place on Friday 13th May at Mobys. The event sold out in 10 days!!
We have had a few tickets become available as we work out final seating. I have released 8 tickets through this link - https://events.humanitix.com/northern-rivers-flood-appeal
Online Raffle
As not everyone can attend, we have decided that Live auctions and Silent auctions will be held on the night for attendees, but we have created a online raffle for the community to purchase tickets. Tickets are $10 each and it will be drawn the day after the event. At: https://www.raffletix.com.au/?ref=fw7br
Lisa Hewitt and I have spoken to so many volunteers on the ground in Lismore and surrounds as well as families living in tents with no possessions, support or insurance. I have realised that even the smallest donation can help in such a big way.
Amethyst Robinson.
World Red Cross Day 2022
World Red Cross Red Crescent Day is celebrated on May 8th each year. This date is the anniversary of the birth of Jean-Henry Dunant, who was born on 8 May 1828. He was the founder of International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize.
This year, the ICRC are putting kindness in the picture and encouraging people around the world to #BeHumanKIND.
ICRC says;
''We know the world can feel tough and scary right now. These past months and years have been marked by multiple crises that have spared no one and have hit the most vulnerable people the hardest—from COVID-19, to the climate crisis, humanitarian emergencies and escalating conflicts.
But despite this, there is so much hope and humanity to be found in the form of acts of kindness.
Acts of kindness are all around us. No matter how big or small, they make a huge difference in people's lives. We believe that acts of kindness have the power to spark a ripple effect, to multiply, to spread across communities, countries and the whole world.
We believe in the power of kindness. So this World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, we're celebrating all types of acts of kindness and showing how, together, they have truly global impact.
Let's show the world we can all #BeHumanKIND!''
Twitter post for World Red Cross Red Crescent Day 2022 for which the theme is kindness #BeHumanKind. Photo: IFRC
NSW SES Manly Unit Community Service Award
May 3, 2022
Thanks to Rotary Club of Balgowlah for giving NSW SES Manly Unit a Community Service Award at Wakehurst Golf Club this evening.
Congratulations to all of the other worthy recipients. It was a lovely dinner.
Profile of the Week Ray Henman ACSAvalon Beach octogenarian Ray Henman ACS, a cinematographer, has an over 70 years connection to Pittwater. Growing up at Palm Beach he saw the village become a weekenders paradise while working at his father's garage. Travelling to Manly Boys High School with fellow Palm Beachers was part of his childhood.
It was his passion was for film though that would one day lead to working at Channel 9 and then at the BBC with David Attenborough and an Emmy nomination from The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (Hallmark Hall of Fame) 1971 for 'Snow Goose'. Ray also filmed Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Christmas Addresses when working in the U.K. and travelled as a film man as part of Royal Tours. Both Sir Attenborough and Her Majesty are celebrating their 96th birthdays in 2022.
Ray's other passions are classic automobiles and local history.
This week a small insight into a long and still ongoing career in film and television from one of our local legends.
There were also some wonderful stories to be met along the way during this year's Anzac Day Commemorative Services. As one example, Avalon Bulldogs Junior Rugby League Football Club member Maverick and his brother, part of the 11am March at Avalon Beach with their sports club, were spotted as grandmother Carmel was pinning on their great great grandfather's and great great grandmother's medals as they walked to the muster point outside Avalon Public School.
Carmel's parent's, Bede William Merrick and Elizabeth Minnie Merrick (nee White), served during World War II, Elizabeth in the Army and Bede in the Army too.
Bede was a 'Rat of Tobruk', a very fine musician according to the papers of the day, and later was assigned to look after defecting Russian spy Petrov as part of the Neutral Bay unit of the Volunteer Coast Patrol. Apparently Bede was stationed in his boat off the McMahon's Point 'safe house' the Petrovs lived in after deciding they'd rather live here than in 1950's Russia.
As a small 'thanks' to Maverick and his wonderful grandmother Carmel, and following up numerous requests from Readers, this Issue's History page delves a little deeper into those April 1954's happenings - possibly of interest to a few as three of the 'safe houses' given over for looking after the Petrovs after their defection were purportedly in Pittwater; at Palm Beach, Avalon Beach and Towlers' Bay.
Anna's Walk 2022: May 22nd
Anna Lynch tragically lost her battle with bladder cancer in September 2017, aged just 45. It just wasn’t fair; how could someone so healthy, calm, and living in the moment be lost to this awful thing? She left behind a devoted husband, two young children Noah, now 17 and Manon, 15; and wonderful family and friends.
Anna was such an inspiration to everyone that knew her, and had an amazing aura about her. A serene calmness, and an attitude of slowing down and just ‘being’ and not always ‘doing’. She reminded people to see the beauty in every day. Very difficult to do in the fast-paced world we all live in. But it rubbed off on all that knew her – this was her legacy.
Anna inspired us to form BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia; a volunteer-led patient advocacy charity to help raise awareness of bladder cancer, and to provide information & support to those touched by this terrible disease.
Anna’s Walk hopes to help raise awareness of bladder cancer amongst all Australians, and to highlight the information and support available for those in need.
It is also an opportunity for us to do our bit to support those who have been directly impacted by this terrible disease.
And it’s a great excuse to take time out of our busy lives to simply appreciate the beauty all around us.
Adam Lynch - Founder and President, BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia
This year we are delighted to be able to offer a walk in most states and territories, giving you the opportunity to walk for bladder cancer wherever you live in Australia.
To sign up, please visit: https://www.beatbladdercanceraustralia.org.au/annas-walk/
Sydney Anna's Walk
Sunday 22nd May 2022
A beautiful coastal walk from North Narrabeen to Mona Vale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Everybody is welcome!
Register to join Anna's Walk today. Invite friends, family and colleagues to come along, and help fundraise to increase awareness and provide support for those touched by bladder cancer.
National Sorry Day: Sunday 22th May 2022
Come and join us all welcome. An opportunity for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to come together and yarn, the way it should be.
Program for the Day
1.30pm Start:
- Smoking Ceremony- Welcome to Country
- One minute silence to remember the stolen generation.
- Didgeridoo- playing Clap Sticks - outside hall - everybody to joins in.
2.00pm Every one invited in side hall to look at displays
- Kids to start Painting their Boomerang’s
- Colouring in for the younger ones
- You can Enjoying Weaving with Karleen Green – in the corner
- See the Aboriginal Artefact display.
- Learn about the Uluru Statement from the heart.
- ASGMWP Book sale.
3.00pm: Guest speaker from Reconciliation NSW
3.30pm: And of course a free BBQ tea/ coffee and snacks.
4.00pm: We will have a show and tell what the kids have done, with their Boomerangs.
- Bag of goodies for the kids
- Then a reading from Aunty Nancy’s Book of Poems
4.15pm: Local Aboriginal girls singing (NOT to be missed, Deadly)
5.00pm: Conclusion.
Aboriginal Support Group - Many Warringah Pittwater
Memorial Hall Mona Vale 1 Park St Mona Vale
Marty Campbell – Special Olympics Tennis 2022
Pittwater's Marty Campbell has been selected to represent NSW again at the Special Olympics National Games. The games will be held in Launceston, Tasmania, from 17-21 October 2022.
Marty says:
''I’ve been to two National Games in tennis before – in Melbourne and Adelaide - and I won a gold medal in doubles in 2014.
I have been training hard with my coach and my support worker, Sarah, and every Saturday morning, I play social tennis with my tennis buddies at Bayview Tennis Club.
I will be competing against athletes from other states in singles and doubles, and if I win a gold medal in singles, I will be selected to go to the World Games representing Australia.
I need to raise $2,500 to be able to compete once more, and I would love your support. Your generous donations will help cover the cost of my flights, travel and accommodation to help get me to the Games.
Please help me reach my fundraising goal to achieve my dream of a third Special Olympics in tennis.
Thank you, Marty.''
Please help out a little if you can community.
Fundraiser page at: www.gofundme.com/f/marty-campbell-special-olympics-tennis-2022
Narrabeen Sharks: First Game In 90th Year
Narrabeen Sharks playing this Sunday, May 1st, 2022 at lake park at 3:00pm.
Our First round of our 90th year as a club, playing against Cromer.
Come down and support our home team.
Palm Beach Fish And Chip Shop Proposal Re-Submitted To Council
The new application concedes the upper-level roof eaves exceed the site’s 8.5m height blanket by as much as 2.99m in some parts and a height variation request has been submitted.
All Council Officerss responses have been stated as 'The proposal is therefore supported' apart from Waste Referral Response and the Environmental Health Referral Response - contaminated lands.
Submissions close May 13, 2022
current site
former footprint and building envelope
Beryl's 2022 Variety The Children's Charity Program
Lovely to have a chat with Beryl Driver OAM during the week. Beryl's off to Kangaroo Island as we speak to take part in a special 4WD Kangaroo Island 'Bash' for the children's charity we all know as Variety.
This year she will again be undertaking a Variety 'Bash' - but with two cars and the whole family aboard as the 'Variety Surfers Greatest Show'. Hope I got that right.
We're doing a catch-up on her return and we'll bring your more news on the 2022 edition of those local participants. As you can see in the left hand column, there's a great show planned for Palm Beach RSL with a 50 piece band coming up on May 28th and the annual July dinner that had to be postponed so we all wouldn't breathe something nasty all over each other will be going ahead this July instead.
More here on May 22nd, Issue 539.Below: Beryl and the girls when they were Mermaids of Palm Beach.
Lovely to have a chat with Beryl Driver OAM during the week. Beryl's off to Kangaroo Island as we speak to take part in a special 4WD Kangaroo Island 'Bash' for the children's charity we all know as Variety.
This year she will again be undertaking a Variety 'Bash' - but with two cars and the whole family aboard as the 'Variety Surfers Greatest Show'. Hope I got that right.
We're doing a catch-up on her return and we'll bring your more news on the 2022 edition of those local participants. As you can see in the left hand column, there's a great show planned for Palm Beach RSL with a 50 piece band coming up on May 28th and the annual July dinner that had to be postponed so we all wouldn't breathe something nasty all over each other will be going ahead this July instead.
More here on May 22nd, Issue 539.
Below: Beryl and the girls when they were Mermaids of Palm Beach.
2022 Masters National Championships
What a great few days. This team of Champions took out the Runner Up Trophy for most points, as well as Highest Average Points Trophy for clubs in our category, plus the Relay Trophy for the youngest team category. 
Great to have so much new talent in our Team who want to race and have a good time. Suffice to say, we punch well above our weight.
Special congratulations to Craig Magnusson who broke the 100 Breaststroke National Record with a great swim, taking the record from Stuart Ellicott which has stood for 11 yrs. Great to keep it in the Club.Locals may recognise a few familiar faces among this groups.Congratulations all!
North Shore Masters Swimming Club
What a great few days. This team of Champions took out the Runner Up Trophy for most points, as well as Highest Average Points Trophy for clubs in our category, plus the Relay Trophy for the youngest team category.
Great to have so much new talent in our Team who want to race and have a good time.
Suffice to say, we punch well above our weight.
Special congratulations to Craig Magnusson who broke the 100 Breaststroke National Record with a great swim, taking the record from Stuart Ellicott which has stood for 11 yrs. Great to keep it in the Club.
Locals may recognise a few familiar faces among this groups.
Congratulations all!
North Shore Masters Swimming Club
Grants Awarded To Local Schools For Sustainability Efforts
At its Meeting this week Council awarded six local schools up to $2,000 each for sustainability programs in the 2022 Eco Schools Grant Program.
Council has committed $10,000 to the program to fund initiatives partly or fully in the fields of bush regeneration, carbon reduction, waste reduction, water reuse and reduction as well as sustainability education.
Mayor Michael Regan congratulated all the winners for their innovative programs.
“We always receive amazing applications under this program and it’s great to see so many schools wanting to get involved,” Mayor Regan said.
“Well done to all the deserving recipients, we look forward to seeing your projects come to fruition.
“Good habits begin early, and we know kids really care about reducing waste and looking after their environment.
“This program helps local schools involve more students in sustainability programs and put into practice some of their great ideas of how to implement them in their own schools.”
This year’s recipients include:- The Beach School, Allambie Heights $2,000
- NBSC Freshwater Campus $1,550
- Balgowlah Heights Public School $1,927
- Maria Regina Primary School, Avalon $2,000
- Belrose Public School $1,098
- Killarney Heights High School $1,425
Details of these really cool projects and their names are:
The Beach School: ''The Rain Garden Edible Food Forest''The Rain Garden Edible Food Forest will feature vegetable growing gardens in water-conserving wicking beds, fruit trees, 180,000L of rainwater collected from 150m2 roof-space situated onsite alongside the garden, and other beneficial plant species for soil remediation and to provide habitat. The primary goal is to address Water Reuse and Reduction. This will be achieved by designing and implementing the project, as well as ongoing maintenance, tours and outdoor lessons with students and the community. Rainwater collected from the swim centre’s roof will enable us to effectively reuse stormwater and reduce the need to source from mains water. In a future of uncertain rainfall and increasing water restrictions using water efficiently to grow food is never more important. This project offers both students and the local community an example of how we can effectively use and conserve the use of rainwater in growing food in urban environments.
NBSC Freshwater Campus: ''The Ultimate Freshwater Campus Recycling Project''I am extremely passionate about recycling and reducing waste. My goal is to increase the number of recycling bins in my beloved school as there are currently very few located around the school grounds. The recycling bins that are present are not easily accessible to students resulting in recyclable items ending up in the general waste bins. This grant will be used to invest in approximately 130 small recycling bins for hard and soft plastics as well and distribute them around the entire school including classrooms, corridors and eating areas. Currently, all waste streams are taken to one large bin, which is taken to landfill, so we will need a second large bin for all bottles and cans, and a third for crushable plastics. Students will be responsible for taking smaller bins to the larger commercial bin on a selected day once a week.
Balgowlah Heights Public School:'' Waste less, Recycle more!''A school-wide commitment to reducing and being accountable for waste collection and reduction with the involvement of school leaders, teachers, students, the P & C, the school canteen and parent volunteers. We would like to fund more recycling and compost bins to cover both campuses (East and West) on school grounds - we currently do not have enough bins.
Maria Regina Primary School Avalon: ''Learning Through Eco Gardens''We wish to transform our garden area into an eco garden that students use for Science lessons to learn about sustainability through a 'garden to plate' program and see it working in action. Through this project children in every single grade will learn how to create a working ecosystem of living things - plants and animals. The eco garden will also include a composting system with worm farms that will educate the children in reducing waste while enhancing sustainability in the environment.
Belrose Public School: ''Waste Education''We have set up a recycling system that, in theory, should work well. We have 5 bins at each ‘waste station’ across the school. Unfortunately, we are sorting through all bins weekly to remove contaminated items, separate R&E and move waste intended for landfill to recycling bins. This process is time consuming and not sustainable. Education is key in having all students and teachers participate correctly. Not all teachers have the knowledge, time or passion. We could outsource however to keep costs down we will do this internally. There is no point in continuing our waste campaign without continual education to both students and teachers. Funds would cover a casual 6 times per year so our key sustainability teacher can provide education to teachers and students on the importance of waste management. Education sessions are to take place each term plus 2 waste audits to be run each year.
Killarney Heights High School: ''Bush Tucker Garden''We would love funding to establish a bush tucker garden on the school grounds. The Aboriginal Heritage Office and the Aboriginal Educational Consultative Group support this project to improve the school’s connection with country, work in an educational capacity with students and source plants specific to the Killarney heights region to foster bush regeneration of our local area. Aboriginal students will help design and establish the bush tucker garden, as will our year 8 gardening group- a targeted group that has run throughout 2021 for students who need support with social skills. These are facilitated by Killarney’s Aboriginal staff, our student support officer and KHHS gardener. The bush tucker garden will be used to strengthen connections between students and staff by its ongoing development in weekly groups across the term. It will further celebrate Aboriginal culture and history by providing information on how and why certain plants can be used.
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- The Beach School, Allambie Heights $2,000
- NBSC Freshwater Campus $1,550
- Balgowlah Heights Public School $1,927
- Maria Regina Primary School, Avalon $2,000
- Belrose Public School $1,098
- Killarney Heights High School $1,425
NBSC Freshwater Campus: ''The Ultimate Freshwater Campus Recycling Project''
I am extremely passionate about recycling and reducing waste. My goal is to increase the number of recycling bins in my beloved school as there are currently very few located around the school grounds. The recycling bins that are present are not easily accessible to students resulting in recyclable items ending up in the general waste bins. This grant will be used to invest in approximately 130 small recycling bins for hard and soft plastics as well and distribute them around the entire school including classrooms, corridors and eating areas. Currently, all waste streams are taken to one large bin, which is taken to landfill, so we will need a second large bin for all bottles and cans, and a third for crushable plastics. Students will be responsible for taking smaller bins to the larger commercial bin on a selected day once a week.
Balgowlah Heights Public School:'' Waste less, Recycle more!''
A school-wide commitment to reducing and being accountable for waste collection and reduction with the involvement of school leaders, teachers, students, the P & C, the school canteen and parent volunteers. We would like to fund more recycling and compost bins to cover both campuses (East and West) on school grounds - we currently do not have enough bins.
Maria Regina Primary School Avalon: ''Learning Through Eco Gardens''
We wish to transform our garden area into an eco garden that students use for Science lessons to learn about sustainability through a 'garden to plate' program and see it working in action. Through this project children in every single grade will learn how to create a working ecosystem of living things - plants and animals. The eco garden will also include a composting system with worm farms that will educate the children in reducing waste while enhancing sustainability in the environment.
Belrose Public School: ''Waste Education''
We have set up a recycling system that, in theory, should work well. We have 5 bins at each ‘waste station’ across the school. Unfortunately, we are sorting through all bins weekly to remove contaminated items, separate R&E and move waste intended for landfill to recycling bins. This process is time consuming and not sustainable. Education is key in having all students and teachers participate correctly. Not all teachers have the knowledge, time or passion. We could outsource however to keep costs down we will do this internally. There is no point in continuing our waste campaign without continual education to both students and teachers. Funds would cover a casual 6 times per year so our key sustainability teacher can provide education to teachers and students on the importance of waste management. Education sessions are to take place each term plus 2 waste audits to be run each year.
Killarney Heights High School: ''Bush Tucker Garden''
We would love funding to establish a bush tucker garden on the school grounds. The Aboriginal Heritage Office and the Aboriginal Educational Consultative Group support this project to improve the school’s connection with country, work in an educational capacity with students and source plants specific to the Killarney heights region to foster bush regeneration of our local area. Aboriginal students will help design and establish the bush tucker garden, as will our year 8 gardening group- a targeted group that has run throughout 2021 for students who need support with social skills. These are facilitated by Killarney’s Aboriginal staff, our student support officer and KHHS gardener. The bush tucker garden will be used to strengthen connections between students and staff by its ongoing development in weekly groups across the term. It will further celebrate Aboriginal culture and history by providing information on how and why certain plants can be used.
Senior Australian Of The Year Backs The ‘Let Pensioners Work’ Campaign
April 28, 2022The 2022 Senior Australian of the Year, Ms Val Dempsey, has today backed National Seniors Australia’s campaign to let pensioners to work without losing the Age Pension.
The life-long St John Ambulance volunteer drew on her own life experiences as a pensioner when describing the need for changes to the Age Pension income rules.
“As a registered nurse, it would be so easy to supplement our household income,” Ms Dempsey said.
“However, my hourly rate instantly puts me over any amount of money that I’m allowed to earn while being on the Age Pension. I wouldn’t even be able to get three hours in a fortnight without it affecting my pension.”
National Seniors CEO and Director of Research, Professor John McCallum, described Ms Dempsey’s story as a powerful illustration of pensioners’ frustrations with barriers to paid work in this country.
“National Seniors is calling on the Federal Government to let Age Pension recipients work without application of the income test, on a three-year trial,” Professor McCallum said.
“Our surveys of thousands of older Australians have demonstrated the urgent need for this change, and Val Dempsey’s story puts a human face on the statistics.”
Ms Dempsey recounted caravanning with her husband in earlier years and wanting to work in local communities they visited but being unable to do so.
“I’m sure there’s a lot of people in the same position as myself who would enjoy contributing to the community,” Ms Dempsey said.
“Certainly, we don’t mind paying the amount of tax that one would be taxed. What I’d like to see changed is the ability for people to earn extra income without it affecting the pension.”
National Seniors believes the amount a pensioner is allowed to earn before it affects their pension is too low, and Ms Dempsey agrees.
“Perhaps there might be some consideration to raising the threshold where one can earn a certain amount of money without it affecting the pension,” Ms Dempsey said. “It doesn’t have to be thousands and thousands of dollars. But because it is only in our case only a few hundred dollars, that changes our ability to go and work.”
An additional barrier Ms Dempsey identified is the Age Pension rule that if a person’s earned income reduces their pension payments to zero dollars over a 6-fortnight period, they lose their pension entitlement completely.
“If you earn over an amount of money that stops your pension entirely, you then have to reapply for the whole thing,” Ms Dempsey said.
“And that’s an enormous issue for people. It means more doctor visits, it means more going to Centrelink, it means more form filling out, it means declaring all of your assets, it means to gather and collect bank statements. It is a very big job to apply for a pension.”
As a community-minded person, an enthusiastic volunteer and a highly active senior, Ms Dempsey is willing and able to serve the community as both a volunteer and a worker. But she is passionate about the economic and social benefits of older Australians contributing to the workforce.
“Older people, our wonderful seniors across Australia, could benefit greatly from being out there and still contributing to the community in the workforce,” she said.
“It doesn’t necessarily mean that we’re taking jobs from juniors. It means that we’re actually being involved in the community. Seniors have so much to offer. And for them to have a monetary reward for being able to contribute to the community is very high on my agenda.”
The high cost of living and relatively low rate of increase to the pension in recent times are also motivations Ms Dempsey recognises.
“We know right across Australia that the pension does not keep up with the annual inflation rate, and lately it’s been unfair,” she said.
“And I would really like personally to be able to bring extra income into the house. But I am completely put off by the fact that, first of all, it will affect my pension.
“And secondly, if I do it for too long and I do too much over too many weeks, I am in a position where my pension is completely taken away. And that really concerns me.”
“If the Senior Australian of the Year can’t engage in paid community service because of outdated pension rules, something must change,” said Professor McCallum.
“Australian pensioners want work and Australian businesses want workers, so it just makes sense for the Federal Government to implement a three-year trial of waiving the Age Pension income test.”_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
April 28, 2022
The 2022 Senior Australian of the Year, Ms Val Dempsey, has today backed National Seniors Australia’s campaign to let pensioners to work without losing the Age Pension.
The life-long St John Ambulance volunteer drew on her own life experiences as a pensioner when describing the need for changes to the Age Pension income rules.
“As a registered nurse, it would be so easy to supplement our household income,” Ms Dempsey said.
“However, my hourly rate instantly puts me over any amount of money that I’m allowed to earn while being on the Age Pension. I wouldn’t even be able to get three hours in a fortnight without it affecting my pension.”
National Seniors CEO and Director of Research, Professor John McCallum, described Ms Dempsey’s story as a powerful illustration of pensioners’ frustrations with barriers to paid work in this country.
“National Seniors is calling on the Federal Government to let Age Pension recipients work without application of the income test, on a three-year trial,” Professor McCallum said.
“Our surveys of thousands of older Australians have demonstrated the urgent need for this change, and Val Dempsey’s story puts a human face on the statistics.”
Ms Dempsey recounted caravanning with her husband in earlier years and wanting to work in local communities they visited but being unable to do so.
“I’m sure there’s a lot of people in the same position as myself who would enjoy contributing to the community,” Ms Dempsey said.
“Certainly, we don’t mind paying the amount of tax that one would be taxed. What I’d like to see changed is the ability for people to earn extra income without it affecting the pension.”
National Seniors believes the amount a pensioner is allowed to earn before it affects their pension is too low, and Ms Dempsey agrees.
“Perhaps there might be some consideration to raising the threshold where one can earn a certain amount of money without it affecting the pension,” Ms Dempsey said. “It doesn’t have to be thousands and thousands of dollars. But because it is only in our case only a few hundred dollars, that changes our ability to go and work.”
An additional barrier Ms Dempsey identified is the Age Pension rule that if a person’s earned income reduces their pension payments to zero dollars over a 6-fortnight period, they lose their pension entitlement completely.
“If you earn over an amount of money that stops your pension entirely, you then have to reapply for the whole thing,” Ms Dempsey said.
“And that’s an enormous issue for people. It means more doctor visits, it means more going to Centrelink, it means more form filling out, it means declaring all of your assets, it means to gather and collect bank statements. It is a very big job to apply for a pension.”
As a community-minded person, an enthusiastic volunteer and a highly active senior, Ms Dempsey is willing and able to serve the community as both a volunteer and a worker. But she is passionate about the economic and social benefits of older Australians contributing to the workforce.
“Older people, our wonderful seniors across Australia, could benefit greatly from being out there and still contributing to the community in the workforce,” she said.
“It doesn’t necessarily mean that we’re taking jobs from juniors. It means that we’re actually being involved in the community. Seniors have so much to offer. And for them to have a monetary reward for being able to contribute to the community is very high on my agenda.”
The high cost of living and relatively low rate of increase to the pension in recent times are also motivations Ms Dempsey recognises.
“We know right across Australia that the pension does not keep up with the annual inflation rate, and lately it’s been unfair,” she said.
“And I would really like personally to be able to bring extra income into the house. But I am completely put off by the fact that, first of all, it will affect my pension.
“And secondly, if I do it for too long and I do too much over too many weeks, I am in a position where my pension is completely taken away. And that really concerns me.”
“If the Senior Australian of the Year can’t engage in paid community service because of outdated pension rules, something must change,” said Professor McCallum.
“Australian pensioners want work and Australian businesses want workers, so it just makes sense for the Federal Government to implement a three-year trial of waiving the Age Pension income test.”
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Finalists Announced In All Categories For 2022 Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating The Hall Of Fame
April 28, 2022The votes are in and the finalists are locked across fifteen categories in this year's Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating The Hall of Fame. Iconic names like like Stephanie Gilmore, Jack Robinson, Joel Parkinson, Sam Bloom and Bede Durbidge are just a few on the honour roll.
Chris Mater, CEO, Surfing Australia, said, “Surfing's night of nights is something all of us look forward to each and every year. To be able to come together as a community to celebrate the biggest and best in the business of surfing in Australia is a privilege we certainly don't take for granted at Surfing Australia."
Top Ten Finalists in the 2022 Australian Surf Photo of The Year Category will be announced May 3rd via official press release.
The Australian Surfing Awards is proudly supported by the Queensland Government, through Tourism and Events Queensland, and features on the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar.
2022 Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating the Hall of Fame FINALISTS:Male Surfer of the YearLiam O'BrienMorgan Cibilic Jack Robinson
Female Surfer of the Year Isabella NicholsStephanie GilmoreMolly Picklum
Griffith University Rising Star Award - FemaleQuincy SymondsSierra KerrWillow Hardy
Griffith University Rising Star Award - Male Lennox SmithKobi ClementsJarvis Earle
Oakley Heavy Water Award Kipp CaddyRussell BierkeZac Haynes
Reeftip Greater Good Award Bells 50 Year StormSurf Aid's Make A WaveIan Jarman
Peter Troy Lifetime Award Mark LaneMark WindonBrenda Miley
Ruffie Coach Of The YearBede DurbidgeAndy KingJay Thompson ACCIONA Innovation Award Surf LakesDark ArtsSandon Point Boardriders/SLSC Zambrero Surf Culture Award Jade WheatleySurfing NSW "Her Wave"WA Surf Gallery
Simon Anderson Club Award Snapper Rocks Surfriders ClubQueenscliff Boardriders ClubNorth Narrabeen Boardriders
Woolworths Indigenous Surfing Community Celebration Award La Perouse BoardridersSurfing Victoria Indigenous Engagement ProgramWaynarra
Female Para-Surfer of The Year Award Sam BloomJocelyn Neumeuller Sarah Jane Gibson
Male Para-Surfer of The Year AwardMark StewartGavin BellisMatt Formston
Surfing Australia Surf Video of the Year "Ceremony""Surfing" by Dan Scott"Re-Pulse" by Justin Gane
World-renowned Surf Journalist Nick Carroll continues in the role of Curator of the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
The Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame is proudly supported by Tourism and Events Queensland, QT Gold Coast, Griffith University, Reeftip Drinks Co., Zambrero, ACCIONA, Modus Operandi, Andrew Peace Wines and OnStone.
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April 28, 2022
The votes are in and the finalists are locked across fifteen categories in this year's Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating The Hall of Fame. Iconic names like like Stephanie Gilmore, Jack Robinson, Joel Parkinson, Sam Bloom and Bede Durbidge are just a few on the honour roll.
Chris Mater, CEO, Surfing Australia, said, “Surfing's night of nights is something all of us look forward to each and every year. To be able to come together as a community to celebrate the biggest and best in the business of surfing in Australia is a privilege we certainly don't take for granted at Surfing Australia."
Top Ten Finalists in the 2022 Australian Surf Photo of The Year Category will be announced May 3rd via official press release.
The Australian Surfing Awards is proudly supported by the Queensland Government, through Tourism and Events Queensland, and features on the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar.
2022 Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating the Hall of Fame
FINALISTS:
Male Surfer of the Year
Liam O'Brien
Morgan Cibilic
Jack Robinson
Female Surfer of the Year
Isabella Nichols
Stephanie Gilmore
Molly Picklum
Griffith University Rising Star Award - Female
Quincy Symonds
Sierra Kerr
Willow Hardy
Griffith University Rising Star Award - Male
Lennox Smith
Kobi Clements
Jarvis Earle
Oakley Heavy Water Award
Kipp Caddy
Russell Bierke
Zac Haynes
Reeftip Greater Good Award
Bells 50 Year Storm
Surf Aid's Make A Wave
Ian Jarman
Peter Troy Lifetime Award
Mark Lane
Mark Windon
Brenda Miley
Ruffie Coach Of The Year
Bede Durbidge
Andy King
Jay Thompson
ACCIONA Innovation Award
Surf Lakes
Dark Arts
Sandon Point Boardriders/SLSC
Zambrero Surf Culture Award
Jade Wheatley
Surfing NSW "Her Wave"
WA Surf Gallery
Simon Anderson Club Award
Snapper Rocks Surfriders Club
Queenscliff Boardriders Club
North Narrabeen Boardriders
Woolworths Indigenous Surfing Community Celebration Award
La Perouse Boardriders
Surfing Victoria Indigenous Engagement Program
Waynarra
Female Para-Surfer of The Year Award
Sam Bloom
Jocelyn Neumeuller
Sarah Jane Gibson
Male Para-Surfer of The Year Award
Mark Stewart
Gavin Bellis
Matt Formston
Surfing Australia Surf Video of the Year
"Ceremony"
"Surfing" by Dan Scott
"Re-Pulse" by Justin Gane
World-renowned Surf Journalist Nick Carroll continues in the role of Curator of the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
The Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame is proudly supported by Tourism and Events Queensland, QT Gold Coast, Griffith University, Reeftip Drinks Co., Zambrero, ACCIONA, Modus Operandi, Andrew Peace Wines and OnStone.
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Australian Taxation Office: Scam Alert
Scammers are telling people they can get a tax file number (TFN) for a fee. But instead of giving you a TFN, they’re taking off with your money and personal information.
Applying for a TFN (or ABN) is free and can be done online or by post. If you’re applying through a tax agent, make sure they’re registered with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Warn your family and friends and visit our scam alerts page to learn more: www.ato.gov.au/General/Online-services/Identity-security-and-scams/Scam-alerts/
Avalon Quilters 'Sunflowers' For Ukrainian Refugees
Anne Perry, president of Avalon Quilters has contacted Pittwater Online this week, telling us;
''One of our members has a contact with a group of quilters in Norway. These Norwegian ladies are gathering quilt blocks of sunflowers to make into beautiful quilts for Ukrainian refugees. These quilts are all yellow and blue, the colour of the Ukrainian National flag.
Avalon quilters have enthusiastically produced a beautiful collection of sunflowers along with an amazing contribution from Illawarra and Shoalhaven Quilters.
Together we will post this week to Norway 250 sunflowers enough to make many warm comforting quilts.''
We have included photos of the sunflowers.''
Thanks for the update Anne and for all you are doing for these wonderful people.
Pittwater Online looks forward to a catch up soon with the Avalon Quilters about their show on September 2 and 3, 2022 after the quilters having to cancel their annual show for the last two years.
Rotary Update
Last week, Rotary Upper Northern Beaches welcomed 3 wonderful new members to our Rotary club.
There are many reasons people join Rotary, depending on their own individual circumstances.
If you would like to know more about Rotary, you are welcome to attend our next meeting. Details are:
Date Wednesday, 4 May 2022
Venue Sands Hotel Narrabeen
Meeting Time 7pm upstairs - function room (or join us for meal in the bistro from 6 pm) .
Contact Details and More Information:
Phone (02) 8005 0711
New Members welcomed - Left to right: Joint Pres. Elizabeth Lovell, Karen Huckins, Cheryl Brown, Eric Gidney and Joint Pres. John Power
Palm Beach RSL Veterans Ocean Therapy
Palm Beach RSL Sub-Branch has approved the formation of Veterans Ocean Therapy in order to improve Physical and Mental Health of Veterans.
Storage will soon arrive at 29 Iluka Rd that will house kayaks and paddle boards with direct access to Pittwater.
A regular paddle club will shortly afterwards commence for veterans including BBQ breakfast at the club.
Veterans Ocean Therapy will be looking for assistance or donations of watercraft and gear.
Any veterans interested in joining please stay tuned for more updates. Or contact Dave Good at dave@good.id.au
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Palm-Beach-NSW-RSL-Veterans-Ocean-Therapy
Local Sporting Hero Recognised With Clubhouse Naming
Friday, 29 April 2022
A clubhouse at Lionel Watts Reserve in Frenchs Forest will soon be named after Eric Galloway, life member and stalwart of Belrose ‘Eagles’ Rugby League Football Club.
Following community consultation, Council has decided to name the building the Eric Galloway Clubhouse in recognition of Mr Galloway’s contribution to the community.
Northern Beaches Mayor Michael Regan said the naming proposal received strong support from the community.
“This is a fitting acknowledgement of Eric’s lifelong contributions to junior rugby league and other local sporting clubs” Mayor Regan said.
“Eric has achieved so much for rugby league and cricket over the years and he is truly a valued member of our local community.”
The clubhouse is located at the eastern end of Lionel Watts Oval on Blackbutts Road, Frenchs Forest, and is the home base of the Belrose Rugby League Club.
It is also used by Wakehurst Cricket Club, Frenchs Forest Horticultural and Agricultural Society and the Wakehurst Little Athletics. All clubs support the clubhouse being given the formal name of Eric Galloway Clubhouse.
Mr Galloway has been recognised for his contributions to both rugby league and cricket, with a Centenary Medal from the Governor-General of Australia in 2001 and the Ray Stellar Award (Club Person of the year) from New South Wales Rugby League.
Belrose Eagles September 11, 2017: At NSWRL Brad Fitler awards tonight - our very own Eric Galloway was honoured with the Ray Stellar Clubman of the year award. This is recognition of over 40 years service to the game of Rugby League.
Mr Galloway is a life member and ex-board member of Manly Warringah Rugby League. He was also the president of the Manly Warringah Pittwater Sporting Union for many years and worked with local council to upgrade sporting fields and facilities across the Northern Beaches.
Signage will be designed and installed on the clubhouse this financial year.
Photo: Mr. Galloway during end of season awards 2021. Photo: Belrose Eagles
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Stalls Return
The Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary members are having a stall at Pittwater Place on the first Saturday of every month from 9am to 3pm selling knitting for babies and children, beanies, bedsocks and scarves for oldies, sewing items, craft and jams, raising funds for the rehabilitation and palliative care units.
Monika's Doggie Rescue: Pets Of The Week
Sherbie
6mth Domestic Short Haired kitten
Sherbie is a playful kitten who hangs out with her brother Fantale. She can be shy at times but also cheeky. She loves being handled and stroked and loves play time with toys are rattles.
All our cats come desexed, wormed, F3 vaccinated, FIV/FeLV tested if over 6 months old and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $220. For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024
Rusty
Silky X Schnauzer- 12 years
Rusty is a sweet affectionate boy. He has good dog social manners. Rusty is quite active boy and is easy to handle. He came from the pound in a matted very neglected state but is easy to bath and to clip professionally. Rusty is looking for a home where someone is home most of the time. He has a low-shedding coat and weighs 10.4kg. He has a silky coat and longish lanky legs.
All our dogs come desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DoggieRescue Vet. His adoption fee is $400. For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email Monika@DoggieRescue.com. RON R251000024
Seals Coming Ashore: Please Keep 40 Metres Distance
ORRCA would like to remind residents it is that time of year when we get the odd special visitor to our beaches and bays looking for a spot to rest and relax in the summer sun.
If you are out and about and come across a seal that is resting, please don't approach it! Keep well back (40 meters is required under NSW Laws) and enjoy the special visitor from a distance.
It is also important to report your sighting into the ORRCA Rescue Hotline on 02 9415 3333 so they can track and, if needed, assess the seal.
ORRCA often track seals moving up and down our coastline over days, weeks and months so your report could add to the seal travel journey.
Leopard Seal at Bungan Beach. Photo: Jools Farrell
Please Slow Down: Wildlife Crossing
Phoebe the Swamp Wallaby weighed less than a kilogram when she was orphaned on the roadside after her mother was hit and killed by a vehicle. Fortunately, Phoebe was uninjured, taken to a local vet and raised and then released by Sydney Wildlife volunteer Jane.
While Phoebe was fortunate, other native birds and animals are not so lucky.
So, if you’re returning home after your summer holiday (or just out and about on Australia Day), please slow down - particularly at dawn and dusk and in areas identified with wildlife crossing signs, for your safety and the welfare of our wildlife.
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 by Sydney Wildlife Rescue
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter: May 1, 2022
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Council 'Have Your Say' Listings
Morgan Road bridge replacement, Oxford Falls
Closes Thursday May 26, 2022
The bridge at Morgan Road and Oxford Falls Road West has been identified for replacement due to its age and condition.
Key features of the proposed new bridge includes a two way vehicle lane and a separate pedestrian and cycle bridge that will improve access and safety in the area.
The current 50km speed limit along Oxford Falls Road West and Morgan Road will be maintained along with the existing 3 tonne load limit.
View the concept plan and have your say at the comment form at above link.
Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan
Closes Sunday May 29
The Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan Amendment 16, Revision 3, 2018 (the ‘Contributions Plan 2018’) was adopted by Council on 28 August 2018.
The Contributions Plan 2018 applies to the Warriewood Valley Release Area and is the funding mechanism for local infrastructure required to meet the needs of the current and future residents within Warriewood Valley.
A regular review of the plan is undertaken to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice principles for managing development contributions.
A recent review of the Contributions Plan 2018 has been undertaken and has resulted in changes proposed in the Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan Amendment 16, Revision 4 2022 (the Draft Plan 2022).
The Draft Plan 2022 is now on public exhibition. Key changes to the plan are:
- Extending the plan to 30 June 2031
- Updating income and expenditure assumptions which underpin the plan
- Inclusion of secondary dwellings
- Revised open space strategy
- Review of infrastructure items including updated infrastructure costings and land valuations including future phasing/prioritisation
- Change to an administrative provision to remove the ability to make a delayed or periodic payment
- Typographical amendments
A tracked changed document is available below to easily identify the proposed amendments.
Council invite you to read more and have your say by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Warriewood Valley Development Contributions Plan’ to Strategic & Place Planning Team, Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
All submissions will be considered and any necessary changes will be made to the Draft Plan 2022 if required. The outcomes of the public exhibition and the updated plan will then be reported to Council for consideration.
If the Draft Plan 2022 is adopted by Council it will repeal and replace the existing Contributions Plan 2018. Click +Follow at the top of the page to be kept up to date with the progress of this plan.
Water skiing at Manly Dam
Closes June 5
Council are seeking your views on a 12-month trial for reduced water skiing times at Manly Dam.
The request to consider reduced water skiing times came from Council's Manly Warringah War Memorial State Park Advisory Committee and is about providing:
- More access to the entire lake at Manly Dam for other recreational activities such as swimming and paddling.
- More time to enjoy Manly Dam when there are no motorised boats on the lake.
- Ongoing access to the lake at Manly Dam for water skiing.
Details of the proposed water-skiing times are available here and in the frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Before Council consider a trial, they want to know about our community's views on this proposal. Feedback received will be assessed and then a report prepared for Council's consideration.
Have your say today by:
- Completing the submission form
- Emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au, or
- Writing, marked ‘Water Skiing at Manly Dam’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655
Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan & Budget 2022/2023
Closes Sunday May 29
The delivery program sets out the work we will undertake over the next four years to address community priorities in our Community Strategic Plan (CSP). We are in the process of revising the CSP for the future. If you'd like to read more you can find the draft on exhibition from the tile at the bottom of this page.
The first year of the delivery program is the operational plan, including the 2022/23 budget. The operational plan details expected income and expenditure for all planned services and infrastructure as well as ongoing maintenance and depreciation commitments.
The draft Fees and Charges 2022/23 detail our proposed charges for services in 2022/23. Council have also revised their Pricing Policy which guides how they recover costs for services. Links to these documents are available here.
If you'd like to read the Delivery Program in full, you will find a PDF of the document at the button on the webpage linked to above.
Have your say today by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Delivery Program’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026
Closes Sunday May 29
Council has developed a draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026.
The draft DIAP outlines what Council plans to do over the next four years to support people living with disability to feel included and be a part of community life.
Council wants to make sure you can do the things you want and get to the places you need to go.
Last year, you helped by sharing your experiences and telling us what is important to you.
Council now want you to read the draft DIAP and let them know if we got it right:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing to us marked 'Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Council also invite you to come chat at one of their community conversation sessions. Register here.
You can choose between two sessions:
- - Online via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 18 May 2022, 11 to 11.45am
- - In person at the Dee Why Civic Centre on Thursday 19 May 2022, 6 to 6.45pm
Community Strategic Plan 2040
Closes Sunday May 29
The Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is everyone’s roadmap for the future of the Northern Beaches. It defines the community’s vision and sets a direction for everything done together over the coming years to make the vision a reality.
The current CSP adopted in 2018 is under review. Council have looked at community feedback obtained between 2017 and 2021 and recently tested this with the exhibition of a discussion paper.
You can find a link to the full engagement report in the Engagement History section on this page. The report includes the outcomes of engagement on the discussion paper, what Council heard and how we've revised Community Strategic Plan 2040 (draft CSP 2040) from the feedback.
When you're ready have your say by:
completing the submission form
emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
writing, marked ‘Draft Community Strategic Plan 2040’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Draft Planning Agreement Policy
Closes Sunday May 29
Council are seeking your review and feedback on our draft Planning Agreement Policy 2022 (the Policy).
Planning Agreements are legal agreements between Council and other parties - developers and landowners. It is important that the community are aware of changes that Council make to the policies relating to these agreements.
The draft Policy guides how Council will consider a developer's offer to enter into agreements that may result in payment of monetary contributions, or transfer of land or infrastructure to Council for use as a public purpose. This Policy will, when adopted, replace the Northern Beaches Voluntary Planning Agreement Policy 2019.
More information about Planning Agreements, including a register of Planning Agreements executed with Council, can be found on Council’s website here.
To accompany Council’s Policy, the Guide for Developers 2022 (the Guide) has been prepared as an information guide for developers to use. This Guide replaces the Voluntary Planning Agreement Guideline 2019.
Documents on exhibition
Information document
We invite you to read more and have your say by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Planning Agreement Policy’ to Strategic & Place Planning Team, Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
All submissions will be considered and changes will be made to the draft policy if required. The outcomes of the public exhibition and the updated policy will then be reported to Council for consideration.
Click +Follow at the top of the page to be kept up to date with the progress of this plan.
Integrated Planning & Reporting Review 2022
Closes May 29
Council are committed to partnering with the community to protect and improve the area. Key to this is your involvement in the review of their integrated planning and reporting framework (IP&R) as this directs their actions.
The framework comprises the Community Strategic Plan (CSP), resourcing strategy, delivery program and operational plan. The CSP holds our community’s aspiration and priorities for the future of the area. The delivery and operational plan details how Council will respond to these priorities over the next four years. The Resourcing Strategy is the finances, people and assets Council will apply to achieve the CSP.
The revised documents that form their IP&R are now available and they invite your feedback.
The page linked to above is your home base for broad information on the process. You can also navigate through to the detailed documents if you want to take your time with the content.
Have your say today by:
- completing the submission form
- emailing council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
- writing, marked ‘Draft Integrated Planning and Reporting Review’ to Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655.
Keep up to date with all projects and feedback sought at: https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say
Narrabeen Pedestrian And Cycle Bridge Update
Council's Construction works on Narrabeen’s new pedestrian and cycle bridge are well underway.
Environmental controls are in place, the vegetation has been cleared and the piers have been installed and cut to the finished height.
The bridge is being built alongside the Pittwater Road Bridge to provide walkers and cyclists on the Narrabeen Lagoon Trail with a safer path, away from vehicles.
If you’re wondering why the bridge looks a little different to the original concept design, it’s because Council's engineers advised that more piers were needed. The additional piers will minimise the amount of bounce people feel when using the bridge and accommodate a viewing platform where you will be able to stop, relax and enjoy the view.
The piers have been carefully aligned with those under the Pittwater Road Bridge to allow boats and other small watercraft to sail straight through. While their dark appearance ensures they blend into the natural environment.
In addition to the bridge works, Council will also replace around 20 metres of existing footpath either side of the new bridge to link it with the Narrabeen Lagoon Trail.
Council has stated that unfortunately the timeline for this project has been pushed out due to rain and material supply delays. It is now expected to be completed in August.
For more information and updates please visit their Your Say webpage on the project.
Photo: NBC
Mackellar Candidate Forum 2022: Managing The Big Issues Facing Our Community
Tuesday 3 May 7.00 - 8.30pm (Doors open 6.30pm)
At: Dee Why RSL Auditorium
Tickets: FREE - please register to attend: https://events.humanitix.com/mackellar-candidate-forum-2022
Co-hosted by Northern Beaches Climate Action Network (NBCAN) and Voices of Mackellar
With the Federal election on 21 May now is the perfect time to get to know the candidates and hear what they stand for. You will also have the opportunity to ask a question on any issue you care about.
All known candidates have been invited.
Candidates confirmed as at 20 April are:
- Christopher BALL - United Australia Party
- Paula GOODMAN - Australian Labor Party
- Ethan HRNJAK - The Greens
- Dr. Sophie SCAMPS - Independent
- Barry STEELE - TNL (formerly The New Liberals)
*Jason Falinski MP has declined to attend.
EVENT DETAILS
6.30pm: Doors open
7.00pm: Event commences
8.30pm: Event concludes
**Please note that the event will commence promptly at 7 pm**
Need more information? Email: candidateforum@voicesofmackellar.org.au
Covid-19 safety: We are committed to providing a safe environment. If you are feeling unwell, please do not attend the event and contact candidateforum@voicesofmackellar.org.au if you are unable to use your ticket.
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Northern Rivers Flood Appeal
A chance to do something positive for those affected by the recent floods and those that are now occurring atop these.
Join Lisa Hewitt and LJ Hooker Palm Beach to raise money to help these families get back on their feet and replace essential household items which have been lost. All funds raised for the event will go towards supporting flood-affected families as they work towards rebuilding their lives in these devastated towns.
Tickets can be purchased here https://events.humanitix.com/northern-rivers-flood-appeal
There will also be a live auction for everyone anywhere to dial in and make a bid on some insanely generous prize packages.
Friday 13th May 2022 | 6pm to 11pm
Moby Dicks Whale Beach
Three Course Meal and Beverage Package
Entertainment | Live Auction | Silent Auction | Raffle Prizes
Fairy Penguins Coming Ashore
The Australian Seabird & Turtle Rescue Central Coast advises that during the last few weeks they have seen an increase in little penguins being found along our coastline.
Little penguins on the Central Coast, off Barrenjoey and in the Hunter region live and breed on offshore islands.
If one is found along our coastline, the penguin may be suffering from exhaustion, is unwell, injured or is currently moulting. Please report any penguins that are found onshore and please don’t place them back into the ocean.
The purpose of www.westpittwater.com.au - is best defined by the vision of the West Pittwater Community Association.
To be a supportive community, encouraging and promoting civic pride, interest in community affairs and goodwill amongst residents.
To protect local fauna and flora and generally preserve West Pittwater and its environs.
To secure essential facilities including public wharves and reserves and to protect private and public property.
To speak with one voice and represent the interests of the Western Foreshore community when in discussion with Council and other relevant government bodies. The WPCA website provides a forum for the better realisation of these objectives. Visit: www.westpittwater.com.au