Pittwater Offshore Newsletter Update 23/11/2017
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To contact Julian: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
The Avalon Preservation Association, also known as Avalon Preservation Trust, is a not for profit volunteer community group incorporated under the NSW Associations Act, established 50 years ago. We are committed to protecting your interests – to keeping guard over our natural and built environment throughout the Avalon area.
Membership of the association is open to all those residents and/or ratepayers of Avalon Beach and adjacent areas who support the aims and objectives of our Association.
In APA, we care for Avalon because we live here.
All APA asks from you is the opportunity and means to look after the attractions of the area in which we live. Which amounts to your support and a nominal $10.00 per annum membership fee. We need both.
Avalon Preservation Association
50th AGM – 27th November 2017
Celebrating 50 years of caring for Avalon
Come along and celebrate our 50th anniversary protecting Avalon!
Venue: Avalon Bowling Club, 4 Bowling Green Lane, Avalon Beach.
Date/time: Monday 27 November from 6.30pm.
Avalon Craft Cottage
With Christmas coming all too quickly, the Craft Cottage members are in the middle of their busiest season. This week we head back to Avalon for our big CHRISTMAS SHOW This show is for THREE DAYS ONLY ….Thursday 30th November, Friday 1st December and Saturday 2nd December. We will be open from 10am to 4pm daily, and with so much extra room the members are really able to put up a good display of their beautiful art & craft.
The room will be very festive with a Christmas table, and many items made especially for the Christmas Season….colourful bunting, little Christmas dresses & bibs, Christmas jewellery for the ladies, lovely decorations for the tree, and plenty of Christmas gift ideas.
We are having a Christmas giveaway at this show. Every customer coming in the door will be given a FREE ticket and go in the draw to win a big basketful of Christmas goodies… wine, biscuits, cake, pudding, crackers etc.
You don’t even have to buy anything…just come, have a look at our display, hopefully be tempted to spend a few dollars, and maybe go home with a lovely prize put together by the Craft Cottage members.
Once again, from all the Avalon Craft Cottage members, a huge THANK YOU for you support this year. And please be a Facebook friend, and share our page with your family & friends.
Maureen Darcy-Smith
Larger Signs Or Ranger Patrols Needed At Church Point
Residents of our offshore areas are finding the frustrations with the building of new car park works at church point compounded by visitors not being aware, or disregarding how to use the new areas already finished.
On weekends Restaurant diners have taken every spot in the 10min unloading zone, not good for residents who may have items they wish to drop off to their boats.
One resident spent 40 minutes trying to find a parking spot yesterday (Saturday November 18th) resulting in the ruination of ice-cream - not something those with easier access to a car-park and their freezer will have to explain to youngsters.
A little consideration, paying attention to what you can do when and where, or a few fines may remedy the problem of onshore people not looking out for or after offshore people.
Church Point 10 minute drop-off zone yesterday
CABRA AGM 2017
Monday November 27th at &;30 p.m.
Avalon Sailing Club
Hudson Parade, Clareville
Special Guest: Dr. Suzanne Daly
Our local doctor fighting to retain medical services at Mona vale Hospital
AGENDA:
Election of Office Bearers & Other Formalities
President’s Half Year Update
Hospital Services – Dr Suzanne Daly
Mona Vale Hospital
Northern Beaches Hospital
Issues
B-Line Update and “Q&A” – CABPRA Panel
Open Discussion followed by Refreshments
CABPRA welcomes all residents to our Meeting
Palm Beach Whale Beach Association Last Dates For 2017
COME AND JOIN US AT THE LAST MORNING TEA FOR 2017
"DUNES KIOSK" GOVERNOR PHILLIP PARK
10.30AM: MONDAY 27th NOVEMBER
MEMBERS, FRIENDS, NEIGHBOURS, NEW RESIDENTS
ALL WELCOME!
DON'T MISS THE LAST EVENT FOR 2017 - THE PBWBA CHRISTMAS PARTY
THE BOATHOUSE PALM BEACH
SUNDAY 10th DECEMBER
6.30 PM - 9.00 PM
$65 pp all inclusive
BOOK AND PAY: WWW.PBWBA.ORG.AU/CHRISTMASPARTY
Richard West AM
President PBWBA
Donate Your Container Refund To Charity
November 23, 2017: NSW Government - Environment
When the Return and Earn container deposit scheme launches, you’ll be able to donate your refunds to charity.
People returning eligible containers at reverse vending machines will be able to donate their refunds to:
Cancer Council
St Vincent de Paul
Surf Life Saving NSW
Planet Ark.
To donate a refund to one of these organisations, simply insert an eligible drink container into a reverse vending machine, select the ‘donate’ option and choose a group.
Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible and a receipt will be issued.
Charities, community and sporting groups, schools, and other not-for-profit organisations can register their interest to become a donation partner on the Return and Earn website.
People can also receive their refund into a registered PayPal account via the myTOMRA app, or receive a printed retail refund voucher to exchange for cash or an in-store credit at a local retail partner.
From Return and Earn website:
How do I get my refund?
When you return containers at a reverse vending machine, you can obtain a refund in three ways:
- Receive a voucher to be redeemed for cash or an in-store credit at a participating retail partner (such as a Woolworths)
- Register to receive a direct payment to your designated bank account via PayPal
- Donate the refund to charities and community groups linked to the reverse vending machines
The reverse vending machines do not hold cash.
From 1 December, schools, charities and community groups can fundraise through Return and Earn, simply by collecting eligible containers and redeeming them at collection points for 10 cents each (collection points will be announced on this site soon).
Opportunities will continue to grow, and we’ll be able to offer further support, as Return and Earn continues to roll out across NSW. Options will include collecting containers (and asking community members to donate their containers to your organisation), becoming a collection point, or having your charity listed on reverse vending machines (where the public can choose to directly donate their refunds to you).
To find out how your organisation can participate and fundraise through Return and Earn, please contact us at enquiries@tcnsw.com.au.
Most 150ml to three litre drink containers will be eligible for a 10 cent refund at an approved NSW collection point. Container materials that may be eligible for a refund include:
- Glass
- Plastic
- Aluminium
- Steel
Liquid paperboard (cartons)
Containers should be empty, uncrushed, unbroken and have the original label attached. Wine, spirits, cordial and plain milk containers are generally not eligible.
If a container isn’t eligible for a refund, please use a recycling bin.
Pasadena Progress?
Church Point residents report that the gentleman who owns the Pasadena has workmen working on it - he has said to them council have not offered to buy it, and he's going to refurbish it.
We'll follow up on this by hopefully talking to the owners ourselves ASAP.
Sydney Wildlife Critter Of The Month: The Long Hop To Freedom
It was a chilly day in August last year when we received a call from Scott to attend to a fatally-ill female swamp wallaby who was having trouble hopping and could hardly stand. She had cataracts in both eyes and could barely see. She was also carrying a joey.
The mother wallaby was sedated for transportation to a veterinarian. Her cute little joey was a very curious critter and kept peering out of the pouch to see what was happening. Dr Ward examined the mum but she was already moribund and he decided to extract the joey before the situation became too stressful for them both. The joey was a tiny furless 300g boy. He was in good health and after a quick examination, Dr Ward popped him into a fleecy pouch to stay warm. Before the mum passed away, we allowed her to ‘say goodbye’ to her joey. It was a very moving moment for all of us. We promised her that we would take good care of her baby. And then she slipped away.
Cassius with Dr Ward after being extracted from his mum’s pouch.
A touching goodbye :(
The tiny boy tried to box his way out of his new artificial pouch and he put up his dukes whenever we looked in on him. So a friend suggested we call him Cassius (Clay) aka Mohammed Ali.
Cassius was quite the character from the start. He did what joeys are meant to do - drink milk, grow fur, venture from the pouch - but he tried to do all these things in a mad hurry. He was trying to stand and hop long before his time! He never seemed to sleep. Was always looking out of his pouch and desperate not to miss out on anything. FOMO could’ve been his middle name! FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) was almost the death of him. He tried to follow me up the stairs one day - long before he was hopping ably. And he fell… We rushed him straight to the vet, fearing that he may have fractured something but the x-rays were clear. Phew! Then - instead of staying in his heated pouch like a normal wallaby joey - he kept venturing out to find everyone and ended up getting pneumonia. Sigh. Back to the vet.
Cassius and his little play-mate, Xena.
Cassius inspecting the Christmas Tree.
Cuddles from his big brother.
5 months from the date of his rescue he had grown from 300g to 3kg. It was time for Cassius to graduate to 'Big School' aka The Sydney Wildlife Rehabilitation Facility.
Our Rehab Facility is also known as Waratah Park. It is where “Skippy the Bush Kangaroo” was filmed many years ago. (Our lovely Facility Manager, Joan Reid, was granted permission from the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council - MLALC - to utilise a section of Waratah Park for wildlife rehabilitation. The first thing she did was build a big fenced area for a macropod yard. The word macropod is derived from Greek and literally means ‘big foot’. Kangaroos, wallabies and wallaroos are all examples of macropods. In addition to the macropod yard, Joan also organised for the volunteers to build a ‘rubber room’. The rubber attached to the walls allows the joeys or injured macropods to jump around without injuring themselves.)
In contrast to the chilly day when Cassius was rescued, the day of his ‘soft release’ was sizzling! I think it was close to 38 degrees. Joan had the sprinklers on for all the animals and one of our members - Nicole Wedlock - captured a gorgeous photo of Cassius dripping in water from the sprinklers. It was quite weird to leave him there. I felt a bit like we’d abandoned him but we knew it was time for him to become a proper wallaby. In preparation for his release back to the wild, Cassius would need to become dehumanised. This meant reducing his contact with humans and allowing him the chance to experience storms, rain, parasites, fending for himself around other wallabies etc.
Scott ‘soft releasing’ Cassius at Waratah Park.
Nicole Wedlock’s gorgeous photo of Cassius in the sprinkler.
Well, luckily he integrated quite well with the others and quickly settled down to life as a big boy.
Cass-cass spent almost 8 months in the Rehab Facility. The wonderful volunteers that keep the facility running like clockwork make sure that all the animals are fed, clean and safe. They are always careful not to interact with the joeys that are being dehumanised and keep their visits limited to once a day. When Cassius reached 7kg and was entirely independent, it was time to go back to his site of rescue and be a wild wallaby.
14 months from the day he was rescued, he was captured, sedated and transported to his release site. The day was cool and the gentle rain added to the beauty of the very picturesque setting where Scott could keep an eye on him from afar.
We released him from the transportation bag and waited for the sedative to wear off. He blinked his eyes at the new surrounds and then gently hopped off.
Freedom.
Finally.
Red Cross Shop Newport
The Newport Red Cross shop desperately needs your quality, discarded clothing items. Now that spring is almost springing, perhaps you are all set to 'declutter' your offshore abode. But what to do with all those gems that are no longer you. Well donate them of course. The Red Cross shop at Newport is very excited to receive your cast offs. We also take small household items but alas, no electrical or furniture.
Did you know that all profits from Red Cross shops stay in Australia? Profits from Red Cross shops support worthy programmes like providing breakfast for school kids, Telecross - a daily call to elderly people in need of contact, youth services, disaster relief, mental health services and much, much more.
Should you need assistance please feel free to call me or just leave your items in our boat. We live on the northern side of Lovett Bay between Now and Zen and Therese and John. The house is called 'Foreshore' and our boat is a Stabicraft for purposes of identification!
Don't hesitate to call in to the Newport Red Cross shop with your donations - close to Woolworths petrol station at 334 Barrenjoey Rd Newport or call Lesley Scott to help with donations - 0410 687864
Click on logo above to visit their website.
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 Pittwater Council and other relevant government bodies. The WPCA website provides a forum for the better realisation of these objectives. Visit: www.westpittwater.com.au
Course For A Cause At Avalon
Just beyond the Bilgola Bends as you are about to enter the Avalon Village, nestled in behind a strip of nature that separates it from the often busy Barrenjoey Road – you have the Royal Avalon Golf Course.
Not only 9 holes of golf open to the public every day of the year, with no membership required but also one of the best located venues available for hire on the Northern Beaches, or even Sydney!
Recently we have begun a program called “Course for a Cause”. The initiative is designed to help local charities by offering free use of our facilities to raise money and/or awareness for a worthy cause.
Do you have a cause close to your heart?
Nominate your charity to become part of this program by calling 9918 2606 or emailing manager@avalongolfcourse.com.au
If you don’t want to play golf, but are still after a venue for your function, the clubhouse is available for extended hours. So with plenty of parking on sight, the time of day shouldn’t be a problem when promoting your personal cause.
If you don’t have a charity, but are still looking for somewhere to party, the clubhouse can be hired to celebrate all kinds of occasions.
The bar is available and serving some of your favourite beer and wine, or take advantage of our BYO option.
Day time events can always incorporate games to raise some extra money with the practice putting green beside the clubhouse being utilised for competitions or a bit of fun for the kids.
If you are interested in our Course for a Cause initiative OR would just like to hire Avalon Golf Course and clubhouse for a function, please email manager@avalongolfcourse.com.au or call 9918 2606
Coaches & Managers Invite For 2018
November 24, 2017: Newport Rugby ClubNewport Breakers Rugby Club is advertising for senior coaches and managers for the 2018 season. Newport Rugby Club is a leading 3rd Division NSW sub-districts club.
The club fields 3x grade sides and 1x colts side and has enjoyed recent on field success with 2 grand finals (2nd and 3rd grade) and a premiership in 2017 (3rd grade).
The club has a strong playing roster and boasts rich traditions, a strong financial position and an organised, experienced and passionate committee and supporter base.
The club is based out of arguably Australia’s best suburban rugby ground, Porter’s Reserve, which overlooks Newport Beach. We also boast one of Australia’s largest junior clubs with over 400 junior players. Applications are invited for the following positions:
First Grade – Head Coach, Forwards Coach, Backs Coach, Manager.
Second Grade – Head Coach, Forwards Coach, Backs Coach, Manager.
Third Grade – Coach, Manager.This year, we’re looking to build on recent finals appearances and convert into premierships.
The coaches’ roles will include:
- Leading by example to promote an inclusive, committed and united club culture.
- Raising the skill level of new and existing players.
- All club positions are volunteer appointments; however a small honorarium may be available depending on experience
- Innovative coaches with the ability to plan, design, implement and review training programs consistent to ensure player development and enjoyment.
- Player roster, game day and mid week administration and management duties.
- Working with the committee and players to promote the playing, social and community objectives of the club.
The head coach will be supported by a player manager to assist with administration of the team and various support staff.
All applicants must be Smart Rugby compliant.
Applicants should email a brief coaching and playing history, coaching qualification details and a description of what they can bring to Newport Rugby Club to... heath.radel@suncorp.com.au.
For more information, call Heath on 0429 660 439. All club positions are volunteer appointments; however a small honorarium may be available depending on experience.
What A Fabulous Year We've Had!
November 23, 2017: Avalon Boomerang BagsAVALON BEACH MARKET DAY 2017
What a fabulous day - the weather even changed from the forecast and we were treated to perfect sunshine. A huge thanks to the volunteers for all lending a hand - once again we had a couple of newbies. We wore our Boomerang Bags shirt or red and white adding to our Christmas themed stall.
Sales were up, as people took advantage of the great enviro "stocking stuffers" we had for sale - ceramic mugs, stainless drink bottles, toothbrushes and more. We sold lots of "Bought to Support" bags and gave away patterns and fabrics for people to make bags for their Christmas pressies.
Thanks to the market day organisers for providing us with the free community space; and thanks, once again, to council for arranging the gazebo and tables, and for their support this past year.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LUCKY WINNERS of our Annual Raffle
FIRST PRIZE to The Woods Family
Beach General Avalon $150.00 Voucher
Avalon Beach Chiropractic and Wellness $100.00 voucher
Jewellery made by Tanya value $280
Avalon Organics $25.00 voucher
SECOND PRIZE to Rosie Doolan of Tempe
Headspace Cutters and Colourists $100.00 voucher
Haven and Sarah Flowers and Homewares $50.00 voucher
Avalon Beach Chiropractic and Wellness$100.00 voucher
THIRD PRIZE to Graham Hawley of Long Reef
Beach Without Sand $50.00 voucher
Cranzgots Pizza North Avalon $50.00 voucher
Relish Café $50.00 voucher
FOURTH PRIZE to Caroline Miller of Dee Why
Avalon Organics $25.00 voucher
Cook Craft Sew 1 day school holiday camp voucher (value$65)
Clareville Cellars 1 bottle Organic Red wine
Thanks to our wonderful sponsors and the donations of fabulous prizes.
Diary Dates
Tuesday 27 November
Last workshop for the year at SewCraftCook for the year.
Huge thanks to Kate for providing such an amazing and creative space for us to make the bags and store our "bits".
And a huge thanks to all those who have volunteered making bags, stamping bags, screen printing, cutting, ironing, folding, providing yummy treats, making cups of tea and for all the laughs, chats and good times. Without you we wouldn't be the team that we are.
On that note, dear sewers - if any of you, including the "at home" sewers need more fabric during the break, please contact Robyn via this email and she'll arrange it - the cupboards are bulging.
Sunday 3 December
Ocean Care Day at Manly Beach -
Manly Boomerang Bags will be flying the flag at the Surfrider Stall.
If you can lend a hand, please contact Jude 0404 870 413 ormanlyboomerangbags@gmail.com
Tuesday 5 December
Avalon Boomerang Bag Team Christmas Party from noon at Clareville Beach. BYO food, drinks, swimmers etc.
All welcome.
Monday 25 December
Wishing all our volunteers, supporters and friends a happy and safe Christmas for them and their families.
Monday 31 December
And a happy and successful New Year, filled with love, hope and peace ..................and no plastic.
Tuesday 31 January
Return to our regular workshops from 11am - 4pm.
Come for a hour or two or come for the day.
SewCraftCook 20/14 Polo Ave, Mona Vale.
Mona Vale Road East Upgrade: Proposed Lease Of Lands Prep. Works
Earlier this week council has invited feedback on the proposed lease of lands connected with the Mona Vale road upgrades. Queries have confirmed this is part of preparation works. Construction tenders will be advertised shortly and contractors will be selected early next year (2018).
Visit RMS Webpage, 'Mona Vale Road East upgrade - Manor Road, Ingleside to Foley Street, Mona Vale'
Visit: Funding Secured To Commence Mona Vale Road Upgrade - June 2017
Council’s invitation to provide feedback:
Proposed Lease Of Land To Roads And Maritime Services (RMS) - Mona Vale Road
In accordance with Section 47A of the Local Government Act 1993, Northern Beaches Council hereby gives public notice of its intention to consider a lease for a term of three (3) years for the parcels of land known as:
• Lot 2, 3 & 4 DP 350940 Walana Crescent, Mona Vale
• Lot 101 DP 749415, Lot 6 DP 239061 and Part of Lot 12 DP 241313 Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale
The purpose of the lease is for the construction of noise walls, drainage and associated infrastructure and for temporary construction and road purposes.
A separate process is being undertaken for RMS to acquire some of the leased land in the future. The parcels affected are marked on the attached plans.
• Site Plan SR4779
• Site Plan SR4790
• Site Plan SR4794
Have your say
• Online
• In writing to the CEO, Northern Beaches Council, Civic Centre, 725 Pittwater Rd, Dee Why, 2099 marked 'Proposed RMS leases Mona Vale'
For enquiries contact Council’s Property Officer on 1300 434 434.
Submissions close Monday 18 December 2017
Bus Changes And Timetables
Transport for NSW
New timetables will be introduced from 26 November, including almost 7,000 extra weekly trips across the bus network.
New services will be added to routes across Western Sydney, the Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, Lower North Shore and Northern Suburbs, Illawarra and Central Coast. In addition, there will be changes to bus services in Pittwater and the Northern Beaches, in conjunction with the new B-Line.
Key benefits we’re delivering across Sydney’s bus network:
- Better connections, more capacity and improved connectivity, with extra weekly trips
- Brand new high frequency and reliable bus services on the B-line connecting the Northern Beaches to the City
Find a timetable
Search for your bus route to see your new timetable - here.
Wayne's Award!
Loosely Woven's free Christmas concert in Avalon on the 10th December. As regular readers know these musicians are local and very talented and generously perform for the love of music and for good causes. Entry is free and the Church supplies a wonderful free supper.
Donations to Amnesty International are voluntary.
Wayne Richmond has been making music and raising money for Amnesty for more than 20 years. At Amnesty Internationals (Avalon Group )August concert Wayne received an award from Amnesty International Australia for his wonderful work to help others!!!
Wayne with his award
Avalon Group of Amnesty International are working to help those who suffer human rights abuse. We have been working in the Amnesty campaign to reduce the incarceration and suicide rates of indigenous youth and also the Write for Rights campaign. At this concert we will have petitions about the victims of injustice around the world.
Free Concert: “RIVER” (Loosely Woven)
Free: afternoon tea
Date: Sunday 10th December, 4p.m.
Place: Avalon Baptist Church - 2 George St.
Voluntary Donations: Avalon Amnesty International Group
Rotary Carols In The Park - Mona Vale
The Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches is once again presenting its annual "Christmas Carols in the Park". This year it will be held again in Mona Vale Village Park on Saturday 16 December.
This is the 14th year of this Pittwater tradition, with an even better show for the crowds of local families who come out to share the Christmas spirit and sing the familiar Christmas songs.
The fun begins at 6.30pm with a line-up of great local singers and musicians backed by the talented Pittwater Uniting Church band. Joining them again this year is special guest vocalist, Samantha Shaw*.
There'll be food and refreshments available, and free lollies for the kids. And Santa will make his usual appearance. Admission is free.
Enquiries: 0417 228 294 or visit www.rotaryuppernorthernbeaches.org. Don't miss this terrific family evening and local seasonal tradition.
* Samantha Shaw has worked professionally for 30 years in radio, TV, theatre, concert and recording studios. Recently she spent 20 years in the UK as a renowned singer in London's session scene and in well-known UK vocal groups, singing on movie soundtracks, recordings, jingles, TV commercials and concerts. She has worked in theatre for producers such as Cameron Macintosh and Andrew Lloyd Webber, and sung as a soloist with many orchestras including the BBC Concert Orchestra, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and The London Symphony Orchestra. She has sung backing vocals for artists such as Robbie Williams, Donny Osmond, Michael Ball and Sarah Brightman, and her voice can be heard on film soundtracks including Nine, A Christmas Carol (2009), Mamma Mia!, Bee Movie, 300, and Troy.
Pets of the Week
Ava and Rui
Ava Rue
AGE/SEX: 8 months / F AGE/SEX: 8 months / F
BREED: Bull Arab X BREED: Bull Arab X
Ava and Rue appear to be bonded sisters who want to stay together. They are calm gentle girls who are social with other dogs. They walk on loose lead but can pull toward some dogs. Ava is cautious of trucks. They love a jog and are very happy and friendly meeting volunteers and love to lick their faces! They are easy to handle and have affectionate natures. Ava is quite agile so secure fencing is a must. They both have short coats. Rue weighs 27.7kg and Ava 24.1kg.
They come desexed, vaccinated, heartworm free, microchipped and wormed. Their adoption fee together is $900.
For further details or to meet all dogs at DoggieRescue call 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Nominations Open For 2018 Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating The Hall Of Fame
COOLANGATTA/QLD
November 9th, 2017
By Surfing Australia
Nominations are now open for the 2018 Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
For the first time since 2011, Surfing Australia’s night of nights will be held on the Gold Coast on Tuesday March 6th at QT Surfers Paradise.
Tourism and Events Queensland Chief Executive Officer Leanne Coddington said the Australian Surfing Awards’ return to the Gold Coast was fantastic news for the tourism region.
“We look forward to hosting more than 350 guests as part of the awards ceremony, many of whom are prominent Australian surfing identities, including past, present and future world champions,” Ms Coddington said.
“Not only will these elite athletes be recognised for their commitment to the sport of surfing, they will also have an opportunity to experience the Gold Coast’s famous beaches and other tourism offerings first-hand.
“Alongside the World Surf League Awards, Quiksilver Pro and Roxy Pro, taking place on the Gold Coast next March, the Australian Surfing Awards will reinforce the Gold Coast’s place as a world-class surfing destination.”
World Surf League (WSL) competitor Matt Wilkinson and 2016 WSL Women’s World Champion Tyler Wright took the honours last year for the Male and Female Surfer of the Year awards, while Peter Crawford became the 39th inductee into the Hall of Fame.
“We’re pleased to be bringing the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame to the Gold Coast for the next two years,” said Surfing Australia CEO Andrew Stark.
“In celebrating the past and present surfing champions of Australia, it’s important that we move the prestigious awards night to iconic surfing regions across the nation following successful years in Newcastle and in Sydney.”
‘We also thank Tourism and Events Queensland and our valued partners for their support of the annual Australian Surfing Awards.”
Other awards to be presented on the night will be:
MALE SURFER OF THE YEAR
FEMALE SURFER OF THE YEAR
RISING STARS (MALE & FEMALE)
MILWAUKEE HEAVY WATER AWARD
ASB GREATER GOOD AWARD
PETER TROY LIFESTYLE AWARD
SURF CULTURE AWARD
SIMON ANDERSON CLUB AWARD
NIKON SURF VIDEO OF THE YEAR
NIKON SURF PHOTO OF THE YEAR
AUSTRALIAN SURFING HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
The Milwaukee Heavy Water Award winner will receive $2,000 and a Milwaukee tool pack valued at $1,849.
The winners of the Nikon Surf Photo of the Year and Nikon Surf Video of the Year will each receive a brand-new, top-of-the-line Nikon D850 and NIKKOR AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens – valued at $6,800.
World renowned Surf Journalist Nick Carroll continues in the role of Curator of the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
Nick Carroll - AJG Pic.
Operated with the support of Tourism and Events Queensland, the Australian Surfing Awards is renowned for recognising the best in surfing talent.
To nominate, visit: www.australiansurfingawards.com
NOTE: Nominations close Monday January 8th, 2018.
The Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame is proudly supported by Tourism and Events Queensland, QT Gold Coast, the Australian Sports Commission, Nikon, Milwaukee, nudie, Australasian Surf Business Magazine, XXXX Summer Bright Lager and DrinkWise.
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Stalls 2017
December:
December 8th: 8am to 4pm Stall, outside ANZ Bank, Avalon Parade, Avalon Sewing, knitting, craft, jam.
December 9th, 8am to 3pm Bunnings Narrabeen, sausage sizzle
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter Update 13/11/2017
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To contact Julian: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
Mona Vale Road East Upgrade: Proposed Lease Of Lands Prep. Works
Earlier this week council has invited feedback on the proposed lease of lands connected with the Mona Vale road upgrades. Queries have confirmed this is part of preparation works. Construction tenders will be advertised shortly and contractors will be selected early next year (2018).
Visit RMS Webpage, 'Mona Vale Road East upgrade - Manor Road, Ingleside to Foley Street, Mona Vale'
Visit: Funding Secured To Commence Mona Vale Road Upgrade - June 2017
Council’s invitation to provide feedback:
Proposed Lease Of Land To Roads And Maritime Services (RMS) - Mona Vale Road
In accordance with Section 47A of the Local Government Act 1993, Northern Beaches Council hereby gives public notice of its intention to consider a lease for a term of three (3) years for the parcels of land known as:
• Lot 2, 3 & 4 DP 350940 Walana Crescent, Mona Vale
• Lot 101 DP 749415, Lot 6 DP 239061 and Part of Lot 12 DP 241313 Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale
The purpose of the lease is for the construction of noise walls, drainage and associated infrastructure and for temporary construction and road purposes.
A separate process is being undertaken for RMS to acquire some of the leased land in the future. The parcels affected are marked on the attached plans.
• Site Plan SR4779
• Site Plan SR4790
• Site Plan SR4794
Have your say
• Online
• In writing to the CEO, Northern Beaches Council, Civic Centre, 725 Pittwater Rd, Dee Why, 2099 marked 'Proposed RMS leases Mona Vale'
For enquiries contact Council’s Property Officer on 1300 434 434.
Submissions close Monday 18 December 2017
Help The Island Kindy Get A Playground
Larger Signs Or Ranger Patrols Needed At Church Point
Residents of our offshore areas are finding the frustrations with the building of new car park works at church point compounded by visitors not being aware, or disregarding how to use the new areas already finished.
On weekends Restaurant diners have taken every spot in the 10min unloading zone, not good for residents who may have items they wish to drop off to their boats.
One resident spent 40 minutes trying to find a parking spot yesterday (Saturday November 18th) resulting in the ruination of ice-cream - not something those with easier access to a car-park and their freezer will have to explain to youngsters.
A little consideration, paying attention to what you can do when and where, or a few fines may remedy the problem of onshore people not looking out for or after offshore people.
Church Point 10 minute drop-off zone yesterday
Residents of our offshore areas are finding the frustrations with the building of new car park works at church point compounded by visitors not being aware, or disregarding how to use the new areas already finished.
On weekends Restaurant diners have taken every spot in the 10min unloading zone, not good for residents who may have items they wish to drop off to their boats.
One resident spent 40 minutes trying to find a parking spot yesterday (Saturday November 18th) resulting in the ruination of ice-cream - not something those with easier access to a car-park and their freezer will have to explain to youngsters.
A little consideration, paying attention to what you can do when and where, or a few fines may remedy the problem of onshore people not looking out for or after offshore people.
Church Point 10 minute drop-off zone yesterday
CABRA AGM 2017
Infrastructure Grants Now Open
Environmental Planning And Assessment Amendment Bill 2017 Passes
Major Overhaul For NSW Planning System
2018 George Bass Marathon
Avalon Craft Cottage
With Christmas coming all too quickly, the Craft Cottage members are in the middle of their busiest season, with two more big shows before we shut down for the year.
For the information of our Lower North Shore customers, we will opening atST.IVES VILLAGE, on Monday the 13th November.This time we will be upstairs, outside the coffee shop, and near the Concierge. Just come in from the top entrance.Once again you will be able to buy beautiful Christmas gifts for family and friends, wonderful hand-made greeting cards and Christmas decorations, bunting, kid’s t-shirts etc.
And then, just a couple of weeks later, we head back to Avalon for our bigCHRISTMAS SHOW This show is for THREE DAYS ONLY ….Thursday 30th November, Friday 1st December and Saturday 2nd December. We will be open from 10am to 4pm daily, and with so much extra room the members are really able to put up a good display of their beautiful art & craft.
The room will be very festive with a Christmas table, and many items made especially for the Christmas Season….colourful bunting, little Christmas dresses & bibs, Christmas jewellery for the ladies, lovely decorations for the tree, and plenty of Christmas gift ideas.
We are having a Christmas giveaway at this show. Every customer coming in the door will be given a FREE ticket and go in the draw to win a big basketful of Christmas goodies… wine, biscuits, cake, pudding, crackers etc.
You don’t even have to buy anything…just come, have a look at our display, hopefully be tempted to spend a few dollars, and maybe go home with a lovely prize put together by the Craft Cottage members.
Once again, from all the Avalon Craft Cottage members, a huge THANK YOU for you support this year. And please be a Facebook friend, and share our page with your family & friends.
Maureen Darcy-Smith
With Christmas coming all too quickly, the Craft Cottage members are in the middle of their busiest season, with two more big shows before we shut down for the year.
For the information of our Lower North Shore customers, we will opening atST.IVES VILLAGE, on Monday the 13th November.
This time we will be upstairs, outside the coffee shop, and near the Concierge. Just come in from the top entrance.
Once again you will be able to buy beautiful Christmas gifts for family and friends, wonderful hand-made greeting cards and Christmas decorations, bunting, kid’s t-shirts etc.
And then, just a couple of weeks later, we head back to Avalon for our bigCHRISTMAS SHOW This show is for THREE DAYS ONLY ….Thursday 30th November, Friday 1st December and Saturday 2nd December.
We will be open from 10am to 4pm daily, and with so much extra room the members are really able to put up a good display of their beautiful art & craft.
The room will be very festive with a Christmas table, and many items made especially for the Christmas Season….colourful bunting, little Christmas dresses & bibs, Christmas jewellery for the ladies, lovely decorations for the tree, and plenty of Christmas gift ideas.
We are having a Christmas giveaway at this show. Every customer coming in the door will be given a FREE ticket and go in the draw to win a big basketful of Christmas goodies… wine, biscuits, cake, pudding, crackers etc.
You don’t even have to buy anything…just come, have a look at our display, hopefully be tempted to spend a few dollars, and maybe go home with a lovely prize put together by the Craft Cottage members.
Once again, from all the Avalon Craft Cottage members, a huge THANK YOU for you support this year. And please be a Facebook friend, and share our page with your family & friends.
Maureen Darcy-Smith
Youth Hub In Pittwater
Member For Mackellar, Jason Falinski MP, Updates
Foodbank for ChristmasThis Christmas we are supporting Foodbank Australia, so please drop off any non-perishable food items to my Electorate Office at 1238 Pittwater Rd in Narrabeen before 18 December and we will make sure it goes to the most needy Aussie.
Mr Falinski's office is at 1238-1246 Pittwater Rd, Narrabeen.
NBI Pittwater Paddle 2017Well done to the winners and participants of this year's NBI Pittwater Paddle. A great and fun event to raise money for additional needs children and their families on the Beaches.— at Winnererremy Reserve bay Mona Vale.
The results are in... If you participated in Sunday’s Pittwater Paddle, click on the following link to find out your time and place.: HERE
Foodbank for Christmas
This Christmas we are supporting Foodbank Australia, so please drop off any non-perishable food items to my Electorate Office at 1238 Pittwater Rd in Narrabeen before 18 December and we will make sure it goes to the most needy Aussie.
Mr Falinski's office is at 1238-1246 Pittwater Rd, Narrabeen.
NBI Pittwater Paddle 2017
Well done to the winners and participants of this year's NBI Pittwater Paddle. A great and fun event to raise money for additional needs children and their families on the Beaches.— at Winnererremy Reserve bay Mona Vale.
The results are in...
If you participated in Sunday’s Pittwater Paddle, click on the following link to find out your time and place.: HERE
B-Line Newport Consult Closes December 1st
2017 SNB Interbranch Team
Green Light For Draft Consolidated Central Coast Local Environmental Plan
New App Puts City Planning In Young People’s Hands
November 15,2017: Greater Sydney Commission
Greater Sydney’s next generation is being given the chance to use their creativity to help shape the city’s future, through a new app launched by the Commission, in partnership with the NSW Office of the Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP).
The free app, My Metropolis, is an interactive tool that encourages our younger members of the community to think about what makes an ideal city, allowing them to plan and build elements such as schools, public transport, cafes, places to work and sporting facilities.
Chief Commissioner Lucy Turnbull AO and NSW Advocate for Children and Young People, Andrew Johnson, were joined by Commission CEO Sarah Hill to unveil the app to an audience of young people at the ACYP ’s Strawberry Hills offices, encouraging them to have their say on the future of Greater Sydney.
Lucy highlighted the importance of providing opportunities for children and young people to share their views.
“We want to get feedback and submissions from as many Sydneysiders as possible on the future of our city and My Metropolis is a great way for us to engage with children and young people in a way they’re comfortable and familiar with.
“It’s their city too and they should have a say in it – it’s just one of the many ways we’re involving young people,” Ms Turnbull said.
The app is part of the Commission’s commitment to ongoing and innovative engagement. It will be supported by a survey conducted by the Advocate for Children and Young People.
The Commission will be considering survey results along with feedback and formal submissions from a range of other organisations that represent young people in Greater Sydney.
November 15,2017: Greater Sydney Commission
Greater Sydney’s next generation is being given the chance to use their creativity to help shape the city’s future, through a new app launched by the Commission, in partnership with the NSW Office of the Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP).
The free app, My Metropolis, is an interactive tool that encourages our younger members of the community to think about what makes an ideal city, allowing them to plan and build elements such as schools, public transport, cafes, places to work and sporting facilities.
Chief Commissioner Lucy Turnbull AO and NSW Advocate for Children and Young People, Andrew Johnson, were joined by Commission CEO Sarah Hill to unveil the app to an audience of young people at the ACYP ’s Strawberry Hills offices, encouraging them to have their say on the future of Greater Sydney.
Lucy highlighted the importance of providing opportunities for children and young people to share their views.
“We want to get feedback and submissions from as many Sydneysiders as possible on the future of our city and My Metropolis is a great way for us to engage with children and young people in a way they’re comfortable and familiar with.
“It’s their city too and they should have a say in it – it’s just one of the many ways we’re involving young people,” Ms Turnbull said.
The app is part of the Commission’s commitment to ongoing and innovative engagement. It will be supported by a survey conducted by the Advocate for Children and Young People.
The Commission will be considering survey results along with feedback and formal submissions from a range of other organisations that represent young people in Greater Sydney.
Kialoa II Crew Growing Mo’s For The Bro’s
November 1, 2017
November 1 is the start of Movember, the annual men’s health awareness campaign and fundraiser, and both the delivery and Rolex Sydney Hobart race crew of Kialoa II are getting into the 70s vibe in anticipation of the 73-footer’s arrival into Sydney at the end of the month.
The Sparkman Stephens design that took line honours in the 1971 Sydney Hobart yacht race (video) is making for Albany in Western Australia having left the UK in August following a tough Rolex Fastnet Race.
The boat’s Movember campaign is called KiaMOa II and the donation page is https://au.movember.com/team/2295673
“As a throwback to the 1970s, to get us into the spirit of emulating the prowess of the Kialoa II crew who won the Sydney to Hobart race in ’71, the male contingent of the Kialoa II crew of 2017 are going to grow mo’s to help the bro’s as part of Movember,” says shore manager Melinda Broughton adding, “and the two women crew will be suitably accessorised to complete the look.
“Support the KiaMOa II campaign sprouting mo’s and mutton chops to raise research funds all the way to Hobart. And bring back the terry-towelling hat!” she added.
Paddy Broughton during the delivery of Kialoa II to Cape Town - photo courtesy Kialoa II
In keeping with the 1970s theme, a terry-towelling hat each is the latest addition to Kialoa II’s Rolex Sydney Hobart crew uniform of boat branded Zhik Isotak foul weather gear.
Kialoa II’s small delivery crew is en route to Sydney for the start of one of the great bluewater classics which will set off from Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day. Theirs is a 13,000 nautical mile voyage to recreate Jim Kilroy’s ‘71 line honours victory and transport the boat to co-owner Patrick Broughton’s hometown.
Patrick, better known as Paddy, and brother Keith who is based in the UK bought Kialoa in 2016 to compete in the same ocean classics as Kilroy did with the boat back in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.
The final stages of Kialoa II’s delivery to Sydney can be tracked via the boat’s website Kialoa2.com.au
For the Hobart Race Dallas Kilponen, the son of Kilroy’s longstanding navigator, the late David ‘Fang’ Kilponen, will be on board along with a UK crew component plus a number of ex-Brindabella legends including Lindsay May (44 Hobarts, three time overall winner) and Tony Hearder.
David Fang Kilponen on board Kialoa III - photo courtesy Kilponen family
Kialoa II’s ETA in Sydney is the weekend of November 25-26, leaving the crew just one month to switch from cruising to race mode before lining up against this year’s Rolex Sydney Hobart fleet.
Kilroy’s 1971 line honours winning time for the 628 nautical mile was 3 days 12 hours 46 minutes 21 seconds compared to the current race record of 1 day 13 hours 31 minutes 20 seconds set by Anthony Bell’s 100-footer Perpetual Loyal in the 2016 event.
Kialoa II website http://kialoa2.com.au/ By Lisa Ratcliff
November 1, 2017
November 1 is the start of Movember, the annual men’s health awareness campaign and fundraiser, and both the delivery and Rolex Sydney Hobart race crew of Kialoa II are getting into the 70s vibe in anticipation of the 73-footer’s arrival into Sydney at the end of the month.
The Sparkman Stephens design that took line honours in the 1971 Sydney Hobart yacht race (video) is making for Albany in Western Australia having left the UK in August following a tough Rolex Fastnet Race.
The boat’s Movember campaign is called KiaMOa II and the donation page is https://au.movember.com/team/2295673
“As a throwback to the 1970s, to get us into the spirit of emulating the prowess of the Kialoa II crew who won the Sydney to Hobart race in ’71, the male contingent of the Kialoa II crew of 2017 are going to grow mo’s to help the bro’s as part of Movember,” says shore manager Melinda Broughton adding, “and the two women crew will be suitably accessorised to complete the look.
“Support the KiaMOa II campaign sprouting mo’s and mutton chops to raise research funds all the way to Hobart. And bring back the terry-towelling hat!” she added.
In keeping with the 1970s theme, a terry-towelling hat each is the latest addition to Kialoa II’s Rolex Sydney Hobart crew uniform of boat branded Zhik Isotak foul weather gear.
Kialoa II’s small delivery crew is en route to Sydney for the start of one of the great bluewater classics which will set off from Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day. Theirs is a 13,000 nautical mile voyage to recreate Jim Kilroy’s ‘71 line honours victory and transport the boat to co-owner Patrick Broughton’s hometown.
Patrick, better known as Paddy, and brother Keith who is based in the UK bought Kialoa in 2016 to compete in the same ocean classics as Kilroy did with the boat back in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.
The final stages of Kialoa II’s delivery to Sydney can be tracked via the boat’s website Kialoa2.com.au
For the Hobart Race Dallas Kilponen, the son of Kilroy’s longstanding navigator, the late David ‘Fang’ Kilponen, will be on board along with a UK crew component plus a number of ex-Brindabella legends including Lindsay May (44 Hobarts, three time overall winner) and Tony Hearder.
Kialoa II’s ETA in Sydney is the weekend of November 25-26, leaving the crew just one month to switch from cruising to race mode before lining up against this year’s Rolex Sydney Hobart fleet.
Kilroy’s 1971 line honours winning time for the 628 nautical mile was 3 days 12 hours 46 minutes 21 seconds compared to the current race record of 1 day 13 hours 31 minutes 20 seconds set by Anthony Bell’s 100-footer Perpetual Loyal in the 2016 event.
November 1 is the start of Movember, the annual men’s health awareness campaign and fundraiser, and both the delivery and Rolex Sydney Hobart race crew of Kialoa II are getting into the 70s vibe in anticipation of the 73-footer’s arrival into Sydney at the end of the month.
The Sparkman Stephens design that took line honours in the 1971 Sydney Hobart yacht race (video) is making for Albany in Western Australia having left the UK in August following a tough Rolex Fastnet Race.
The boat’s Movember campaign is called KiaMOa II and the donation page is https://au.movember.com/team/2295673
“As a throwback to the 1970s, to get us into the spirit of emulating the prowess of the Kialoa II crew who won the Sydney to Hobart race in ’71, the male contingent of the Kialoa II crew of 2017 are going to grow mo’s to help the bro’s as part of Movember,” says shore manager Melinda Broughton adding, “and the two women crew will be suitably accessorised to complete the look.
“Support the KiaMOa II campaign sprouting mo’s and mutton chops to raise research funds all the way to Hobart. And bring back the terry-towelling hat!” she added.
Paddy Broughton during the delivery of Kialoa II to Cape Town - photo courtesy Kialoa II
In keeping with the 1970s theme, a terry-towelling hat each is the latest addition to Kialoa II’s Rolex Sydney Hobart crew uniform of boat branded Zhik Isotak foul weather gear.
Kialoa II’s small delivery crew is en route to Sydney for the start of one of the great bluewater classics which will set off from Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day. Theirs is a 13,000 nautical mile voyage to recreate Jim Kilroy’s ‘71 line honours victory and transport the boat to co-owner Patrick Broughton’s hometown.
Patrick, better known as Paddy, and brother Keith who is based in the UK bought Kialoa in 2016 to compete in the same ocean classics as Kilroy did with the boat back in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.
The final stages of Kialoa II’s delivery to Sydney can be tracked via the boat’s website Kialoa2.com.au
For the Hobart Race Dallas Kilponen, the son of Kilroy’s longstanding navigator, the late David ‘Fang’ Kilponen, will be on board along with a UK crew component plus a number of ex-Brindabella legends including Lindsay May (44 Hobarts, three time overall winner) and Tony Hearder.
David Fang Kilponen on board Kialoa III - photo courtesy Kilponen family
Kialoa II’s ETA in Sydney is the weekend of November 25-26, leaving the crew just one month to switch from cruising to race mode before lining up against this year’s Rolex Sydney Hobart fleet.
Kilroy’s 1971 line honours winning time for the 628 nautical mile was 3 days 12 hours 46 minutes 21 seconds compared to the current race record of 1 day 13 hours 31 minutes 20 seconds set by Anthony Bell’s 100-footer Perpetual Loyal in the 2016 event.
Kialoa II website http://kialoa2.com.au/
By Lisa Ratcliff
23-27 Warriewood Rd, Warriewood: DA Number: N0460/17
Pasadena Progress?
Church Point residents report that the gentleman who owns the Pasadena has workmen working on it - he has said to them council have not offered to buy it, and he's going to refurbish it.
We'll follow up on this by hopefully talking to the owners ourselves ASAP.
Church Point residents report that the gentleman who owns the Pasadena has workmen working on it - he has said to them council have not offered to buy it, and he's going to refurbish it.
We'll follow up on this by hopefully talking to the owners ourselves ASAP.
Avner Foundation's Pancreatic Cancer 'Network Of Excellence' Meets For First Time At UNSW
November 15, 2017: UNSW
UNSW Sydney Professor Minoti Apte OAM has been awarded her second grant from the Avner Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, this time for her work on a novel drug combination for pancreatic cancer that will target not only cancer cells but also specific cells in the tissue surrounding cancer cells which help cancer growth.
The grant was announced as researchers gathered in Sydney to attend the Avner Foundation’s first National Pancreatic Cancer Symposium at the Lowy Cancer Research Centre at UNSW, on World Pancreatic Cancer Day.
The Symposium was established to create a “network of excellence” that will accelerate the organisation’s vision of doubling the number of people who survive pancreatic cancer by 2020.
In total, the Avner Foundation awarded six grants totaling $2 million for work that aims to break through more than 40 years of no progress in solving the very poor survival rates of pancreatic cancer.
The five-year survival rate is 8% compared with prostate and breast cancer, which have a five-year survival rate of more than 90%, foundation chairman Alan McArthur said.
“These grants to globally leading researchers provide pancreatic cancer patients, their families and the community with hope that we are unlocking the answers to this hideous problem,” he said.
The Symposium convenor, UNSW Associate Professor Phoebe Phillips, said funding from the Foundation had increased the number of researchers doing pancreatic cancer research in Australia.
“The next 10 years is looking really bright for pancreatic cancer research, compared to the last 10,” she said.
The Avner Foundation is exclusively dedicated to Pancreatic Cancer and is named in honour of Avner Nahmani, a former senior executive of Woolworths Limited, and Pittwater resident, who succumbed to the disease 13 months after diagnosis.
The Director and Founder of Avner Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, Caroline Kelly, said: “For the first time since we started awarding the Innovation and Accelerator Grants, past and present recipients representing different institutions and universities across Australia will share updates on their progress. The Symposium will offer an unparalleled opportunity for pancreatic cancer researchers to discuss and collaborate for the betterment of the disease.”
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The Avalon Preservation Association, also known as Avalon Preservation Trust, is a not for profit volunteer community group incorporated under the NSW Associations Act, established 50 years ago. We are committed to protecting your interests – to keeping guard over our natural and built environment throughout the Avalon area.
Membership of the association is open to all those residents and/or ratepayers of Avalon Beach and adjacent areas who support the aims and objectives of our Association.
In APA, we care for Avalon because we live here.
All APA asks from you is the opportunity and means to look after the attractions of the area in which we live. Which amounts to your support and a nominal $10.00 per annum membership fee. We need both.
Avalon Preservation Association
50th AGM – 27th November 2017
Celebrating 50 years of caring for Avalon
Come along and celebrate our 50th anniversary protecting Avalon!
Venue: Avalon Bowling Club, 4 Bowling Green Lane, Avalon Beach.
Date/time: Monday 27 November from 6.30pm.
Bus Changes And Timetables
Transport for NSW
New timetables will be introduced from 26 November, including almost 7,000 extra weekly trips across the bus network.
New services will be added to routes across Western Sydney, the Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, Lower North Shore and Northern Suburbs, Illawarra and Central Coast. In addition, there will be changes to bus services in Pittwater and the Northern Beaches, in conjunction with the new B-Line.
Key benefits we’re delivering across Sydney’s bus network:
- Better connections, more capacity and improved connectivity, with extra weekly trips
- Brand new high frequency and reliable bus services on the B-line connecting the Northern Beaches to the City
Find a timetable
Search for your bus route to see your new timetable - here.
Wayne's Award!
Loosely Woven's free Christmas concert in Avalon on the 10th December. As regular readers know these musicians are local and very talented and generously perform for the love of music and for good causes. Entry is free and the Church supplies a wonderful free supper.
Donations to Amnesty International are voluntary.
Wayne Richmond has been making music and raising money for Amnesty for more than 20 years. At Amnesty Internationals (Avalon Group )August concert Wayne received an award from Amnesty International Australia for his wonderful work to help others!!!
Wayne with his award
Avalon Group of Amnesty International are working to help those who suffer human rights abuse. We have been working in the Amnesty campaign to reduce the incarceration and suicide rates of indigenous youth and also the Write for Rights campaign. At this concert we will have petitions about the victims of injustice around the world.
Free Concert: “RIVER” (Loosely Woven)
Free: afternoon tea
Date: Sunday 10th December, 4p.m.
Place: Avalon Baptist Church - 2 George St.
Voluntary Donations: Avalon Amnesty International Group
Rotary Carols In The Park - Mona Vale
The Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches is once again presenting its annual "Christmas Carols in the Park". This year it will be held again in Mona Vale Village Park on Saturday 16 December.
This is the 14th year of this Pittwater tradition, with an even better show for the crowds of local families who come out to share the Christmas spirit and sing the familiar Christmas songs.
The fun begins at 6.30pm with a line-up of great local singers and musicians backed by the talented Pittwater Uniting Church band. Joining them again this year is special guest vocalist, Samantha Shaw*.
There'll be food and refreshments available, and free lollies for the kids. And Santa will make his usual appearance. Admission is free.
Enquiries: 0417 228 294 or visit www.rotaryuppernorthernbeaches.org. Don't miss this terrific family evening and local seasonal tradition.
* Samantha Shaw has worked professionally for 30 years in radio, TV, theatre, concert and recording studios. Recently she spent 20 years in the UK as a renowned singer in London's session scene and in well-known UK vocal groups, singing on movie soundtracks, recordings, jingles, TV commercials and concerts. She has worked in theatre for producers such as Cameron Macintosh and Andrew Lloyd Webber, and sung as a soloist with many orchestras including the BBC Concert Orchestra, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and The London Symphony Orchestra. She has sung backing vocals for artists such as Robbie Williams, Donny Osmond, Michael Ball and Sarah Brightman, and her voice can be heard on film soundtracks including Nine, A Christmas Carol (2009), Mamma Mia!, Bee Movie, 300, and Troy.
Pet of the Week
Johnny
AGE/SEX: 3-4 years / M
BREED: Kelpie X Border Collie
Johnny is a sweet easy dog with an affectionate nature. He walks nicely on loose lead but can lunge at some dogs. He loves a jog and loves pats from volunteers. He has a short coat and weighs 17kg. He comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DR Vet. His adoption cost is $400.
For further details or to meet all dogs at DoggieRescue call 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Nominations Open For 2018 Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating The Hall Of Fame
COOLANGATTA/QLD
November 9th, 2017
By Surfing Australia
Nominations are now open for the 2018 Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
For the first time since 2011, Surfing Australia’s night of nights will be held on the Gold Coast on Tuesday March 6th at QT Surfers Paradise.
Tourism and Events Queensland Chief Executive Officer Leanne Coddington said the Australian Surfing Awards’ return to the Gold Coast was fantastic news for the tourism region.
“We look forward to hosting more than 350 guests as part of the awards ceremony, many of whom are prominent Australian surfing identities, including past, present and future world champions,” Ms Coddington said.
“Not only will these elite athletes be recognised for their commitment to the sport of surfing, they will also have an opportunity to experience the Gold Coast’s famous beaches and other tourism offerings first-hand.
“Alongside the World Surf League Awards, Quiksilver Pro and Roxy Pro, taking place on the Gold Coast next March, the Australian Surfing Awards will reinforce the Gold Coast’s place as a world-class surfing destination.”
World Surf League (WSL) competitor Matt Wilkinson and 2016 WSL Women’s World Champion Tyler Wright took the honours last year for the Male and Female Surfer of the Year awards, while Peter Crawford became the 39th inductee into the Hall of Fame.
“We’re pleased to be bringing the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame to the Gold Coast for the next two years,” said Surfing Australia CEO Andrew Stark.
“In celebrating the past and present surfing champions of Australia, it’s important that we move the prestigious awards night to iconic surfing regions across the nation following successful years in Newcastle and in Sydney.”
‘We also thank Tourism and Events Queensland and our valued partners for their support of the annual Australian Surfing Awards.”
Other awards to be presented on the night will be:
MALE SURFER OF THE YEAR
FEMALE SURFER OF THE YEAR
RISING STARS (MALE & FEMALE)
MILWAUKEE HEAVY WATER AWARD
ASB GREATER GOOD AWARD
PETER TROY LIFESTYLE AWARD
SURF CULTURE AWARD
SIMON ANDERSON CLUB AWARD
NIKON SURF VIDEO OF THE YEAR
NIKON SURF PHOTO OF THE YEAR
AUSTRALIAN SURFING HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
The Milwaukee Heavy Water Award winner will receive $2,000 and a Milwaukee tool pack valued at $1,849.
The winners of the Nikon Surf Photo of the Year and Nikon Surf Video of the Year will each receive a brand-new, top-of-the-line Nikon D850 and NIKKOR AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens – valued at $6,800.
World renowned Surf Journalist Nick Carroll continues in the role of Curator of the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
Nick Carroll - AJG Pic.
Operated with the support of Tourism and Events Queensland, the Australian Surfing Awards is renowned for recognising the best in surfing talent.
To nominate, visit: www.australiansurfingawards.com
NOTE: Nominations close Monday January 8th, 2018.
The Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame is proudly supported by Tourism and Events Queensland, QT Gold Coast, the Australian Sports Commission, Nikon, Milwaukee, nudie, Australasian Surf Business Magazine, XXXX Summer Bright Lager and DrinkWise.
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Stalls 2017
December:
December 8th: 8am to 4pm Stall, outside ANZ Bank, Avalon Parade, Avalon Sewing, knitting, craft, jam.
December 9th, 8am to 3pm Bunnings Narrabeen, sausage sizzle
Red Cross Shop Newport
The Newport Red Cross shop desperately needs your quality, discarded clothing items. Now that spring is almost springing, perhaps you are all set to 'declutter' your offshore abode. But what to do with all those gems that are no longer you. Well donate them of course. The Red Cross shop at Newport is very excited to receive your cast offs. We also take small household items but alas, no electrical or furniture.
Did you know that all profits from Red Cross shops stay in Australia? Profits from Red Cross shops support worthy programmes like providing breakfast for school kids, Telecross - a daily call to elderly people in need of contact, youth services, disaster relief, mental health services and much, much more.
Should you need assistance please feel free to call me or just leave your items in our boat. We live on the northern side of Lovett Bay between Now and Zen and Therese and John. The house is called 'Foreshore' and our boat is a Stabicraft for purposes of identification!
Don't hesitate to call in to the Newport Red Cross shop with your donations - close to Woolworths petrol station at 334 Barrenjoey Rd Newport or call Lesley Scott to help with donations - 0410 687864
Course For A Cause At Avalon
Just beyond the Bilgola Bends as you are about to enter the Avalon Village, nestled in behind a strip of nature that separates it from the often busy Barrenjoey Road – you have the Royal Avalon Golf Course.
Not only 9 holes of golf open to the public every day of the year, with no membership required but also one of the best located venues available for hire on the Northern Beaches, or even Sydney!
Recently we have begun a program called “Course for a Cause”. The initiative is designed to help local charities by offering free use of our facilities to raise money and/or awareness for a worthy cause.
Do you have a cause close to your heart?
Nominate your charity to become part of this program by calling 9918 2606 or emailing manager@avalongolfcourse.com.au
If you don’t want to play golf, but are still after a venue for your function, the clubhouse is available for extended hours. So with plenty of parking on sight, the time of day shouldn’t be a problem when promoting your personal cause.
If you don’t have a charity, but are still looking for somewhere to party, the clubhouse can be hired to celebrate all kinds of occasions.
The bar is available and serving some of your favourite beer and wine, or take advantage of our BYO option.
Day time events can always incorporate games to raise some extra money with the practice putting green beside the clubhouse being utilised for competitions or a bit of fun for the kids.
If you are interested in our Course for a Cause initiative OR would just like to hire Avalon Golf Course and clubhouse for a function, please emailmanager@avalongolfcourse.com.au or call 9918 2606
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Articles This Week
Front Page Issue 337: Sydney Wildlife Go Wild Gala Goes Off, Mick Glasheen's Emu in Milky Way Finale +++
Remembrance Day In Pittwater 2017: Addresses by Barrenjoy High School Captains Elijah Thomson and Ella Couston
Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches And Palm Beach SLSC Host Fast Fives On Palm Beach: November 11, 2017
Pictures: Pittwater: A Very Aquatic Life! - Palm Beach Longboarders Old Mal - Old Log Rally 2017, North Avalon Surfriders Association Vs. Newport Plus Boardriders in the 'Battle of Bends 2017, SLS SNB and Palm Beach SLSC Hosts Fast Fives, RPAYC Hosts Opti Chicks Weekend; Speakers Tash Bryant and Annie Wilmot
Aquatics: 2017 Harken International Youth Match Racing Regatta: Hosted By The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, Wednesday 22 November to Sunday 26 November 2017 - Eligible Skippers Finalised!
Pittwater Ocean Swim Series 2017-2018: Bilgola December 10th, Newport January 7th, Avalon January 14th, Mona Vale January 21st, The Big Swim January 28th
Reflections by George Repin: THE CORINTH CANAL
Artist of the Month: November 2017: Mick Glasheen The Art Of Mick Glasheen: Drawing On The Land, Garigal Country - You are invited to the exhibition opening of Northern Beaches Artist, Mick Glasheen, whose work is known and loved by many of us on the Peninsula. Mick is holding his first public exhibition of his extraordinary panoramic drawings and paintings of the sandstone plateaus, caves and beaches of Pittwater. Mick brings the landscape to life in a way that few other artists have done.
To prelude this wonderful exhibition Mick will be adding more of his works into his November Artist of the Month page in the lead up to opening night - please revisit his page in the coming weeks to see these breath taking works which may be viewed in full size from opening night.
Opening Saturday 2 December, 2pm - 5pm; running over three weekends in December; 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 & 17 December, 2017, 8am - 5pm
Profile: Avalon Preservation Association
The Avalon Preservation Association, also known as Avalon Preservation Trust, is a not for profit volunteer community group incorporated under the NSW Associations Act, established 50 years ago. We are committed to protecting your interests – to keeping guard over our natural and built environment throughout the Avalon area.
Membership of the association is open to all those residents and/or ratepayers of Avalon Beach and adjacent areas who support the aims and objectives of our Association.
In APA, we care for Avalon because we live here.
All APA asks from you is the opportunity and means to look after the attractions of the area in which we live. Which amounts to your support and a nominal $10.00 per annum membership fee. We need both.
Avalon Preservation Association50th AGM – 27th November 2017
Celebrating 50 years of caring for Avalon
Come along and celebrate our 50th anniversary protecting Avalon!
Venue: Avalon Bowling Club, 4 Bowling Green Lane, Avalon Beach.
Date/time: Monday 27 November from 6.30pm.
History: The Pittwater YHA Celebrating 50 Years on November 19, 2017: All Welcome - a glance back at the beginnings of the YHA that rates 100% year in-year out
Park Bench Philosopher Pittwater Summer Houses 2017-2018: a 1916 Cottage and Palm Beach House - precursor for this Summer's focus on great homes and visitors of the past
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter Update 12/11/2017
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To contact Julian: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
Avalon Beach SLSC Gala Day To Promote Mental Health
The inaugural Avalon Beach SLSC Gala Day will take place on the morning of Sunday November 12. This will be a fun day combining Nippers, Youth, Opens and Masters competing in four mixed teams across a range of surf sports including wades, an obstacle course, skis, boards, rescue events, surf boats, IRB demonstration and an all age relay. The winning team will receive The Nick Pinheiro Cup in honour of our young member and surf boat rower who we lost this year. Competitors will make a gold coin donation to Lifeline Northern Beaches.
The event will take place instead of normal nippers on that day. The concept will join the whole club, senior and juniors as one. and get more members involved with the club apart from just patrolling.
Our Gala Day will not only give all our members an opportunity to work together across all age groups in demonstrating key surf life saving skills, but through a gold coin donation also help raise funds and awareness of the support services provided by Lifeline.
The Gala Day will help promote the benefits of Club membership. Apart from the benefits of regular exercise, active membership of a sports club can support psychological wellness through opportunities to socialise, build relationships across our community and build self-confidence in people of all ages.
By contributing to Lifeline, we also hope to raise awareness, and encourage others to reach out and talk to someone as a means to promoting positive mental health in our community. Lifeline Northern Beaches receives 50 calls a day from people with an urgent suicide risk. Each call costs $27 to respond to, so every dollar raised helps save lives.
Active members of the Surf Club across all ages will have the chance to participate on the day. We also invite people from across the community to come and watch our junior and senior life savers in action. Collection tins will be available for donations by club members and the community at the surf club where a BBQ will also be available, and at The MAX lookout platform in the middle of the beach adjacent to one of the dune access walkways.
Nick Pinheiro was a club member who was sadly lost to mental heath issues earlier this year.
Nick's Parents are also club members and will be at the event to present the winning team with the trophy.
Avalon Beach SLSC is already very much a family club but this is the first time surf sport events have been created to include all ages participating together in teams.
The main goal for the day is fun and positive activity.
Roger Sayers
Avalon Beach SLSC Life Member, Publicity Officer
Doggie Rescues’s 2018 Calendar Is Out Now!
We are proud to launch our 2018 Doggie Rescue Calendar - our major fundraising activity for the whole year.
Buy one or buy 100 and help us reach our sales goal of 5,000 calendars sold. Just imagine the difference this money raised makes to our doggies' lives.
Our 2018 cover boy is Ed (nee Oska at DR). Ed has had such an amazing turn around in his life from being a neglected abused dog left at a rural pound facing imminent death, to now being the cover boy of DoggieRescue’s 2018 calendar!
A compassionate person on the other side of the world years earlier had a chance acquaintance with Ed. He was so touched by his gentle sweet nature despite his cruel treatment he could not get him out of his head. Upon hearing that Ed was facing his fate at the pound he rang numerous rescue groups from overseas for help. DoggieRescue heard of Ed’s plight and could not turn away.
Ed became part of the DoggieRescue family and had regular meals and walks and he learnt that there are kind people out there. It did not take long until his now owner Scott and his family found him and saw what a beautiful boy he was and welcomed him into their hearts.
DoggieRescue is all about saving lives like Ed’s, 365 days of the year. To keep our doors open we have launched our major fundraiser for the year, our 2018 calendar full of pics of DoggieRescue dogs who have found their forever homes.
Ed and all the doggies would love you to buy a calendar this year for your friends and family – they think its the perfect Christmas stocking filler!
Click on pic of the calendar below to order your copy now.
DoggieRescue.com is Australia’s largest No-kill charity, in operation since 2001 with the primary objective of saving dogs and cats from death row in council pounds. DoggieRescue has saved over 12,100 dogs and cats and has more than 100 dogs and cats looking for homes. It relies on animal lovers to keep its doors open and is largely a volunteer run organisation. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com or call 9486 3133 for details.
The Avalon Preservation Association, also known as Avalon Preservation Trust, is a not for profit volunteer community group incorporated under the NSW Associations Act, established 50 years ago. We are committed to protecting your interests – to keeping guard over our natural and built environment throughout the Avalon area.
Membership of the association is open to all those residents and/or ratepayers of Avalon Beach and adjacent areas who support the aims and objectives of our Association.
In APA, we care for Avalon because we live here.
All APA asks from you is the opportunity and means to look after the attractions of the area in which we live. Which amounts to your support and a nominal $10.00 per annum membership fee. We need both.
Avalon Preservation Association
50th AGM – 27th November 2017
Celebrating 50 years of caring for Avalon
Come along and celebrate our 50th anniversary protecting Avalon!
Venue: Avalon Bowling Club, 4 Bowling Green Lane, Avalon Beach.
Date/time: Monday 27 November from 6.30pm.
Nominations Open For 2018 Australian Surfing Awards Incorporating The Hall Of Fame
COOLANGATTA/QLD
November 9th, 2017
By Surfing Australia
Nominations are now open for the 2018 Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
For the first time since 2011, Surfing Australia’s night of nights will be held on the Gold Coast on Tuesday March 6th at QT Surfers Paradise.
Tourism and Events Queensland Chief Executive Officer Leanne Coddington said the Australian Surfing Awards’ return to the Gold Coast was fantastic news for the tourism region.
“We look forward to hosting more than 350 guests as part of the awards ceremony, many of whom are prominent Australian surfing identities, including past, present and future world champions,” Ms Coddington said.
“Not only will these elite athletes be recognised for their commitment to the sport of surfing, they will also have an opportunity to experience the Gold Coast’s famous beaches and other tourism offerings first-hand.
“Alongside the World Surf League Awards, Quiksilver Pro and Roxy Pro, taking place on the Gold Coast next March, the Australian Surfing Awards will reinforce the Gold Coast’s place as a world-class surfing destination.”
World Surf League (WSL) competitor Matt Wilkinson and 2016 WSL Women’s World Champion Tyler Wright took the honours last year for the Male and Female Surfer of the Year awards, while Peter Crawford became the 39th inductee into the Hall of Fame.
“We’re pleased to be bringing the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame to the Gold Coast for the next two years,” said Surfing Australia CEO Andrew Stark.
“In celebrating the past and present surfing champions of Australia, it’s important that we move the prestigious awards night to iconic surfing regions across the nation following successful years in Newcastle and in Sydney.”
‘We also thank Tourism and Events Queensland and our valued partners for their support of the annual Australian Surfing Awards.”
Other awards to be presented on the night will be:
MALE SURFER OF THE YEAR
FEMALE SURFER OF THE YEAR
RISING STARS (MALE & FEMALE)
MILWAUKEE HEAVY WATER AWARD
ASB GREATER GOOD AWARD
PETER TROY LIFESTYLE AWARD
SURF CULTURE AWARD
SIMON ANDERSON CLUB AWARD
NIKON SURF VIDEO OF THE YEAR
NIKON SURF PHOTO OF THE YEAR
AUSTRALIAN SURFING HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
The Milwaukee Heavy Water Award winner will receive $2,000 and a Milwaukee tool pack valued at $1,849.
The winners of the Nikon Surf Photo of the Year and Nikon Surf Video of the Year will each receive a brand-new, top-of-the-line Nikon D850 and NIKKOR AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens – valued at $6,800.
World renowned Surf Journalist Nick Carroll continues in the role of Curator of the Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame.
Nick Carroll - AJG Pic.
Operated with the support of Tourism and Events Queensland, the Australian Surfing Awards is renowned for recognising the best in surfing talent.
To nominate, visit: www.australiansurfingawards.com
NOTE: Nominations close Monday January 8th, 2018.
The Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame is proudly supported by Tourism and Events Queensland, QT Gold Coast, the Australian Sports Commission, Nikon, Milwaukee, nudie, Australasian Surf Business Magazine, XXXX Summer Bright Lager and DrinkWise.
Pet of the Week
Albie
AGE/SEX: 12 months / M
BREED: Bull Arab X
Albie is a gentle affectionate boy who loves people and loves to give you kisses. He has that calm placid manner and is a pleasure to be with. Albie sits for treats. He learns very quickly. He is clever and eager to please. He loves being around kids and would cope with a bit of overexcited play and overpatting by kids. Albie has a smooth coat and weighs 29.9kg. He comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DR Vet. His adoption cost is $400.
For further details or to meet all dogs at DoggieRescue call 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Thank You Barbara Woodruff
Narrabeen Youth Club Netball would like to say THANK YOU AND GOOD BYE to BARBARA WOODRUFF.
We thank Barb for her many years of commitment to NYC Netball.
About 15 years with no daughter playing in the club. Her time, effort and dedication to assisting the executive committee in many areas such as team Grading, coaching, Umpiring Junior and senior games, hours of mentoring our junior umpires has been greatly appreciated.
Every season, every Saturday she is at Curl Curl all day, assisting NYC players and teams. She is well loved by our girls and has gained a special bond with many of them over the years.
Barb is a one in a million and we would like to nominate her for a Narrabeen Youth Club LIFE MEMBERSHIP inrecognition and in honour of all she has done for NYC netball.
She is moving out of the Northern Beaches and we wish her every success in her new association at the Hills area. Barb is leaving behind a loyal and lovable legacy to what a club person represents and she will be sadly missed by us all.
On presentation day we had one of her favourite players of the past -Bobbie Kinsey present Barb a parting gift on behalf of the club.
Nominated by Gail McDonough, Seconded by Michelle Williams /Lucy Kelly/Tammy Montgomery (everyone in the room).
Voted and accepted Yes well deserved by all attendees.
Congratulations to our newest Life Member Barbara Woodruff.
Bobbie Kinsey and Barbara
DATES FOR THE 2018 DIARYINFORMATION/UNIFORM SALES DAY SATURDAY 3RD FEBRUARY at Ted Blackwood Hall from 1pm to 4pm
GRADING DAY FOR 11-14 Years - SATURDAY 10TH FEBRUARY TIMES TO BE ADVISED
GRADING DAY FOR PLAYERS TURNING 10 IN 2018 - MONDAY 12TH FEBRUARY FROM 4-6 pm approx. To be held at Pittwater Uniting Church Indoor Newlife sports hall 10 Jubilee Avenue Warriewood
Nominees Announced For 2018 NSW Australian Of The Year Awards
8 November 2017
Medical scientists, inventors, a surf therapist, a teacher, rural community leaders, a Playschool legend and cycling cancer fundraisers are among the nominees for the 2018 NSW Australian of the Year Awards.
The NSW Award nominees announced today are in the running to be named NSW Australian of the Year, NSW Senior Australian of the Year, NSW Young Australian of the Year and NSW Local Hero.
The 2018 NSW Award nominees are:
2018 NSW AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR
Geoff Coombes, Gary Bertwistle, and Samantha Hollier-James – Cancer fundraisers & Tour de Cure founders (Northern Beaches Sydney)
Professor Peter Macdonald AM – Cardiologist & medical pioneer (Maroubra)
Walter Mikac – Gun control campaigner & children’s champion (Byron Bay)
Professor Michelle Yvonne Simmons – Professor in quantum physics (Sydney)
2018 NSW SENIOR AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR
Reverend Bill Crews AM – Humanitarian (Sydney)
Dr Catherine Hamlin AC – Pioneering surgeon (Sydney)
Brian Myerson – Organ transplant advocate (Rose Bay)
Don Spencer OAM – Singer, songwriter & musical educator (Sydney)
2018 NSW YOUNG AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR
Macinley Butson – Scientist & inventor (Wollongong)
Connor McLeod – Human rights & disability campaigner (Sydney)
Joel Pilgrim – Mental health champion & surf therapist (Sydney)
Ben Wang – Inventor (Sydney)
2018 NSW LOCAL HERO
Jay Allen – Melanoma crusader (Southern Highlands)
Ian Burns – Community supporter (Dubbo)
Alistair Ferguson – Indigenous community leader (Bourke)
Eddie Woo – Mathematics teacher (Sydney)
The NSW Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year and Local Hero Award recipients will be announced on Monday 13 November 2017 at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney.
The NSW Award recipients will then join a cohort of 32 State and Territory recipients from around Australia in the national Awards, which will be held in Canberra on 25 January 2018.
National Australia Day Council CEO, Ms Jenny Barbour, said the NSW nominees are among 130 great Australians being recognised at the state level in the Australian of the Year Awards.
"The Australian of the Year Awards allow us to recognise and celebrate the achievements of outstanding Australians – people making extraordinary contributions to our society," said Ms Barbour.
“The NSW Award nominees are an extraordinarily diverse group of people, yet all are giving in their own way. Their stories remind us we all have the power to help others, to bring about real change, to improve lives, to create and to bring joy.”
Commonwealth Bank has been a major sponsor of the Australian of the Year Awards for over 30 years.
“We are proud to support the Australian of the Year Awards, a program that celebrates the achievements of inspirational Australians,” said Mr Ian Narev, Chief Executive Officer of the Commonwealth Bank.
“Thank you to all of the amazing nominees for your contribution to our nation.”
Geoff Coombes and Gary Bertwistle and Samantha Hollier-James
State: New South Wales
Cancer fundraisers and Tour de Cure founders
Three friends determined to find a cure for cancer, Geoff Coombes, Gary Bertwistle, and Samantha Hollier-James established the now iconic Tour de Cure in 2007. Drawing on their professional backgrounds in branding, marketing and events, the trio decided to create a life-changing bike ride to raise money for pioneering Australian cancer research, support and prevention projects.
The first Tour de Cure, from Brisbane to Sydney, brought together 29 people and raised just over $400,000. Today, Tour de Cure’s signature Tour is considered a ‘bucket list’ experience that raises more than $2.5 million annually. As the charity expands, Tour de Cure hosts a calendar of cycling tours and non-lycra fundraising gala events.
Geoff, Gary and Samantha have also established a kids’ cancer prevention project that has encouraged more than 95,000 Australian school children, to be fit, healthy and happy. Tour de Cure has raised $32 million to fund 266 world-class Australian cancer research, support and prevention projects, that has resulted in 21 breakthroughs.
Avalon Craft Cottage
With Christmas coming all too quickly, the Craft Cottage members are in the middle of their busiest season, with two more big shows before we shut down for the year.
For the information of our Lower North Shore customers, we will opening atST.IVES VILLAGE, on Monday the 13th November.
This time we will be upstairs, outside the coffee shop, and near the Concierge. Just come in from the top entrance.
Once again you will be able to buy beautiful Christmas gifts for family and friends, wonderful hand-made greeting cards and Christmas decorations, bunting, kid’s t-shirts etc.
And then, just a couple of weeks later, we head back to Avalon for our bigCHRISTMAS SHOW This show is for THREE DAYS ONLY ….Thursday 30th November, Friday 1st December and Saturday 2nd December.
We will be open from 10am to 4pm daily, and with so much extra room the members are really able to put up a good display of their beautiful art & craft.
The room will be very festive with a Christmas table, and many items made especially for the Christmas Season….colourful bunting, little Christmas dresses & bibs, Christmas jewellery for the ladies, lovely decorations for the tree, and plenty of Christmas gift ideas.
We are having a Christmas giveaway at this show. Every customer coming in the door will be given a FREE ticket and go in the draw to win a big basketful of Christmas goodies… wine, biscuits, cake, pudding, crackers etc.
You don’t even have to buy anything…just come, have a look at our display, hopefully be tempted to spend a few dollars, and maybe go home with a lovely prize put together by the Craft Cottage members.
Once again, from all the Avalon Craft Cottage members, a huge THANK YOU for you support this year. And please be a Facebook friend, and share our page with your family & friends.
Maureen Darcy-Smith
The Rime Of The Ancient Mariner: Nettie Lodge
3 Nov - 3 Dec 2017
One of our favourite Artists had an Epic opening of her new Exhibition in Manly on Friday night. Congratulations Nettie!
Inspired by the famous 1798 poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, author and illustrator Nettie Lodge has created a contemporary visual narrative in a series of 40 paintings. The words first captured the Artist’s imagination at the age of 10 and this visual realization of the poem, created over the past 7 years, powerfully illustrates the epic and tragic story of the albatross and the mariner.
Nettie Lodge, Illustration 27, watercolour on paper, 29.5 x 42cm
Artist Talk with Nettie Lodge
Sunday, 12 November 2017 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Experience the story and learn about the artist creative process. Tea and coffee will be served.
FREE!
At: Manly Art Gallery & Museum
Contact Rachel Carroll - Phone: 9976 1421
Website: Manly Art Gallery & Museum
Pittwater Mens Probus Club: November 2017 Speaker
Tuesday 14th November 2017 at 11AM‘The Truth about History'
Phil Pryor
Is the way we remember history the way it actually happened?
Phil Pryor will show us a very different aspect of what history is.
Five Minute Speaker
John Harston
Tesla Electric Cars
Electric cars are very much in the news these days. The foremost electric car maker is Tesla. Club
Member John Harston will show a short video on Tesla.
Our Probus club is an association for active members of the community, and for those no longer working full time, to join together in clubs for a new lease of life.
Its basic purpose is to advance intellectual and cultural interests amongst adult persons; to provide regular opportunities to progress healthy minds and active bodies through social interaction and activities, expand interests and to enjoy the fellowship of new friends.
Our club membership is for men only, however partners are welcome at our social events and activities including our monthly guest presentation following each meeting.
Visitors Welcome
Monthly Meetings
Our monthly meetings are followed by a guest presentation that will interest our members. Meetings conclude at 12noon followed by an optional lunch at the Golf Club. Partners are invited to attend the presentations.
Pittwater Mens Probus Meetings
10am 2nd Tuesday every Month
Venue: Mona Vale Golf Club
More at: http://probus.pittwater.org.au/
Kialoa II Crew Growing Mo’s For The Bro’s
November 1, 2017November 1 is the start of Movember, the annual men’s health awareness campaign and fundraiser, and both the delivery and Rolex Sydney Hobart race crew of Kialoa II are getting into the 70s vibe in anticipation of the 73-footer’s arrival into Sydney at the end of the month.
The Sparkman Stephens design that took line honours in the 1971 Sydney Hobart yacht race (video) is making for Albany in Western Australia having left the UK in August following a tough Rolex Fastnet Race.
The boat’s Movember campaign is called KiaMOa II and the donation page is https://au.movember.com/team/2295673
“As a throwback to the 1970s, to get us into the spirit of emulating the prowess of the Kialoa II crew who won the Sydney to Hobart race in ’71, the male contingent of the Kialoa II crew of 2017 are going to grow mo’s to help the bro’s as part of Movember,” says shore manager Melinda Broughton adding, “and the two women crew will be suitably accessorised to complete the look.
“Support the KiaMOa II campaign sprouting mo’s and mutton chops to raise research funds all the way to Hobart. And bring back the terry-towelling hat!” she added.
Paddy Broughton during the delivery of Kialoa II to Cape Town - photo courtesy Kialoa II
In keeping with the 1970s theme, a terry-towelling hat each is the latest addition to Kialoa II’s Rolex Sydney Hobart crew uniform of boat branded Zhik Isotak foul weather gear.
Kialoa II’s small delivery crew is en route to Sydney for the start of one of the great bluewater classics which will set off from Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day. Theirs is a 13,000 nautical mile voyage to recreate Jim Kilroy’s ‘71 line honours victory and transport the boat to co-owner Patrick Broughton’s hometown.
Patrick, better known as Paddy, and brother Keith who is based in the UK bought Kialoa in 2016 to compete in the same ocean classics as Kilroy did with the boat back in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.
The final stages of Kialoa II’s delivery to Sydney can be tracked via the boat’s website Kialoa2.com.au
For the Hobart Race Dallas Kilponen, the son of Kilroy’s longstanding navigator, the late David ‘Fang’ Kilponen, will be on board along with a UK crew component plus a number of ex-Brindabella legends including Lindsay May (44 Hobarts, three time overall winner) and Tony Hearder.
David Fang Kilponen on board Kialoa III - photo courtesy Kilponen family
Kialoa II’s ETA in Sydney is the weekend of November 25-26, leaving the crew just one month to switch from cruising to race mode before lining up against this year’s Rolex Sydney Hobart fleet.
Kilroy’s 1971 line honours winning time for the 628 nautical mile was 3 days 12 hours 46 minutes 21 seconds compared to the current race record of 1 day 13 hours 31 minutes 20 seconds set by Anthony Bell’s 100-footer Perpetual Loyal in the 2016 event.
Kialoa II website http://kialoa2.com.au/
By Lisa Ratcliff
Younger Generation
Can’t get any younger? Well how about this! Younger Generation, a Young 88 designed by Jim Young from New Zealand is our latest competitor under the spotlight in the 2017 Pantaenius Newport to Coffs Coast Yacht Race.
Younger Generation was previously called Young Generation and was purchased from long time owners, Norm and Wendy Field. Young Generation was a regular in Pittwater races and the new owners Sarah and David Ellis plan to maintain that racing pedigree.
Sarah welcomes the return of the race to the 27th of December. She says the return of the start date to the 27th of December suits her family and is a good time to go racing.
Join Sarah and David on Younger Generation in this year's Pittwater to Coffs race. Register before 15th of November and enter our ‘Get Your Paperwork Sorted Early Registration Competition’. Great prizes to be won from our sponsors Robert Oatley Wines, Musto, Oricom and Road Tech Marine.
Visit www.royalmotor.com.au or call Race Director Rob Brown 02 9998 5511 for more details.
2017 Pantaenius Newport to Coffs Coast Yacht Race
GSC: Draft North District Plan
The vision for Greater Sydney as a metropolis of three cities – the Western Parkland City, the Central River City and the Eastern Harbour City – means residents in the North District will have quicker and easier access to a wider range of jobs, housing types and activities.
The North District is part of the Eastern Harbour City. Its expansive national parks, waterways and beaches provide a natural setting for its vibrant, productive centres and strong community connections.
The District comprises geographically diverse, economically strong and environmentally aware communities who value and embrace progress, the local landscape and a great quality of life.
The draft North District Plan guides the growth of the District within the context of the metropolis of three cities to improve the District’s social, economic and environmental assets.
The draft Plan guides this growth by protecting the District’s many lifestyle assets – from the bush, to its world-class beaches and Sydney Harbour, its vibrant local centres and heritage.
The District will attract even more local, domestic and international visitors as this thriving modern economy grows and coexists within beautiful, natural landscapes.
Housing and jobs will be targeted in the right places, aligned to new and enhanced infrastructure. Sydney Metro will create fast and efficient rail connections to both the Harbour CBD in the south and the growing communities in the northwest, while re-energising centres along its corridor.
Economic growth and a greater diversity of jobs will be targeted in the strategic centres of St Leonards, Chatswood, Macquarie Park, Brookvale-Dee Why, Hornsby and in Manly and Mona Vale as required. The Northern Beaches Hospital at Frenchs Forest will significantly boost the District’s businesses and jobs in the health sector.
North Sydney’s commercial core will be enhanced to strengthen the District’s economic links to the Harbour CBD and its role in the Eastern Economic Corridor. North Sydney’s neighbourhoods and lifestyle assets will continue to provide housing close to jobs, services and infrastructure, and give the area a unique character.
The North District will have new networks for walking and cycling both within and between strategic centres, along main roads, and along the coast from Manly through to Palm Beach. It will also have networks of open space and urban tree canopy as the Greater Sydney Green Grid is developed.
Revised draft North District Plan
The revised draft North District Plan provides a 20-year plan to manage growth and achieve the 40-year vision, while enhancing Greater Sydney’s liveability, productivity and sustainability into the future. It is a guide for implementing the draft Greater Sydney Region Plan at a District level and is a bridge between regional and local planning. Download and read the full draft North District Plan (PDF 11MB).
How to be involved
This revised draft North District Plan replaces the draft North District Plan, released in November 2016. You can read the entire draft District Plan at www.greater.sydney
This draft District Plan is on formal public exhibition until 15 December 2017.
You can make a submission: by visiting: www.greater.sydney/submissions by emailing: submissions@gsc.nsw.gov.au by post to: Greater Sydney Commission Draft North District Plan PO Box 257 Parramatta NSW 2124
Before making a submission, please read the Privacy Statement at www.greater.sydney/privacy.
If you provide a submission in relation to this document using any of the above addresses, you will be taken to have accepted the Privacy Statement.
Please note that all submissions and comments will be treated as public and will be published in a variety of mediums.
If you would like to make a submission without it being made public or if you have any questions about the application of the Commission’s privacy policy, please contact the Commission directly on 1800 617 681 or submissions@gsc.nsw.gov.au
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New communities in land release areas
The Priority Growth Area programs of the NSW Department of Planning and Environment guide the development of new communities in land release areas. The current program includes the Priority Growth Area of Ingleside with the potential for a new community of 3,400 dwellings.
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Mona Vale
Mona Vale strategic centre is a mixed use area including retail, commercial, community, light industrial and residential uses. It is a thriving centre during business hours, providing amenity, convenience and a sense of community for residents.
Mona Vale’s connectivity to Brookvale-Dee Why and the Harbour CBD will be improved with the commencement of the B-Line bus service.
Actions
42. Strengthen Mona Vale through approaches that:
a. protect and enhance the commercial and retail function of the centre to provide
employment growth and maintain high job containment
b. ensure sufficient retail and commercial floor space is provided to meet future demand
c. leverage Mona Vale’s role as a north-south and east-west bus interchange to facilitate a greater diversity of employment and mixed uses in the centre
d. improve access and linkages to local destinations, such as Mona Vale Hospital, through priority pedestrian networks
e. promote walking and cycling to and within the centre
f. retain and protect the industrial precinct to the north of the centre to serve the growing population
g. prioritise place making and urban activation, including enlivening the centre.
Urban activation: ‘Urban activation precincts aim to deliver more homes in places with access to infrastructure, transport, services and jobs.’
Palm Beach Bus: 1947
The small upper-deck community of regular travellers on the Palm Beach bus (we have discovered, with a measure of astonishment,) spends one month, of every year getting to and from work. This enforced leisure, according to a report from one of them, produces a variety of reactions. Being the holiday season, we're devoting a bit of space to this report. Some passengers knit, some read, some talk. All of them, from time to time, catch up on the sleep they've lost by getting up early to catch the bus-to work. Our correspondent, who has done nearly three years on the trip, classes himself as a reader, and says his greatest fear is to find himself being talked at. He points out, rather petulantly, that once your neighbor starts talking you've got him for an hour and a half — and even Bernard Shaw would pall a little in that time. Moreover, he says, no one in Bernard Shaw's conversational class travels on the bus. Choosing a seat involves a quick appreciation of such factors as light, air, leg-room (there is more on the left-hand side than on the right), vibration (less shaking just for'ard of centre), nearness to or distance from ear-bashers, friends, and enemies. But he has only a couple of seconds to make up his mind and a false move can make or break his evening. It's a matter of cool, clear, and incisive judgment, our correspondent says. He's had talks on dentistry, philosophy, furnishing upholstery, film-making, machinery disposal sales, boat-building, commercial art, wallboard, and a variety of other subjects which he can't remember but is sure were quite engrossing. His best night was when a self-announced mystic read his thoughts all the way, strangely missing the dominant one, which was a tense message of great clarity and couched, he says, in vigorous terms.
However, through the winter months the commuters develop an intuitive bond of sympathy and loyalty in preparation for the disruption they know will strike them over the summer holidays. At this season of the year strangers dominate the upper deck. No regular encourages them to talk; even the loquacious filmmaker lets his head bump sadly on the window in a deep sleep. Peace on earth and goodwill to all men guides the actions of the bus community as much as any other group, they claim, but the upper deck of a bus is not on earth. You can't have your whole environment shattered by people in floral shirts and picture hats and pretend nothing has happened. The sooner they get their holidays over and leave the regular's to enjoy their jolting, swaying leisure in their own way, the better. That's what our correspondent says.
SYDNEY DIARY (1947, December 30). The Sun (Sydney, NSW : 1910 - 1954), p. 7 (LATE FINAL EXTRA). Retrieved fromhttp://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article230553580
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Avalon Beach SLSC Gala Day to Promote Mental Health
The inaugural Avalon Beach SLSC Gala Day will take place on the morning of Sunday November 12. This will be a fun day combining Nippers, Youth, Opens and Masters competing in four mixed teams across a range of surf sports including wades, an obstacle course, skis, boards, rescue events, surf boats, IRB demonstration and an all age relay. The winning team will receive The Nick Pinheiro Cup in honour of our young member and surf boat rower who we lost this year. Competitors will make a gold coin donation to Lifeline Northern Beaches.
The event will take place instead of normal nippers on that day. The concept will join the whole club, senior and juniors as one. and get more members involved with the club apart from just patrolling.
Our Gala Day will not only give all our members an opportunity to work together across all age groups in demonstrating key surf life saving skills, but through a gold coin donation also help raise funds and awareness of the support services provided by Lifeline.
The Gala Day will help promote the benefits of Club membership. Apart from the benefits of regular exercise, active membership of a sports club can support psychological wellness through opportunities to socialise, build relationships across our community and build self-confidence in people of all ages.
By contributing to Lifeline, we also hope to raise awareness, and encourage others to reach out and talk to someone as a means to promoting positive mental health in our community. Lifeline Northern Beaches receives 50 calls a day from people with an urgent suicide risk. Each call costs $27 to respond to, so every dollar raised helps save lives.
Active members of the Surf Club across all ages will have the chance to participate on the day. We also invite people from across the community to come and watch our junior and senior life savers in action. Collection tins will be available for donations by club members and the community at the surf club where a BBQ will also be available, and at The MAX lookout platform in the middle of the beach adjacent to one of the dune access walkways.
Nick Pinheiro was a club member who was sadly lost to mental heath issues earlier this year.
Nick's Parents are also club members and will be at the event to present the winning team with the trophy.
Avalon Beach SLSC is already very much a family club but this is the first time surf sport events have been created to include all ages participating together in teams.
The main goal for the day is fun and positive activity.
Roger Sayers
Avalon Beach SLSC Life Member, Publicity Officer
Happy 90th Birthday Don Imison!
Life Member of Avalon Beach SLSC, Don Imison, turns 90 today - Happy Birthday Don - we hope you have a wonderful time!
Family members and friends are gathering at Avalon Beach RSL Club to toast this local legend and share a few stories.
Pittwater Online News commenced the interview process for a Profile on Don this week; proving that once again we have many hidden angels in our community who have contributed much for decades without Much Ado or fanfare. These records allow us to see and hear of things we may not know of and provide a reference source for those who come after us from those whose stories these are - thank you Pittwater for contributing your time, your photographs, your memories, all in plain spoken voices.
Don's page will run Issue 341, published Sunday December 10th.
Beryl and Don Imison
Happy 34th Beach Without Sand!
This year BWS is turning 34! To celebrate, on November 4 2017, a birthday celebration was held at the Nth Av. store.
A BBQ (donating proceeds to local charity 180 Degrees), a few fun/ memorable activities, hourly giveaways, showbags and a raffle with some awesome prizes from suppliers and again, the ticket proceeds will be going to local charity One Eighty Avalon.
Wato and Leanne from One Eighty Avalon with raffle prize
As well as all the fun stuff owners David (Wato) Watson and Chris Friend (Kong) launched their 1% for the community initiative.
"Since Avalon and the surrounds is such an awesome community that we're all stoked to be a part of we'd like to give back! From this year forward, we'll be giving 1% of our profits to the local community in the form of support for the environment, local schools, sporting associations and families in need."
Besides some artful hat and t-shirt making on the lawn adjacent to BWS, there were showbags, Retro BWS t-shirts and a Special Guest appearance by Quiksilver Team Rider Connor O’Leary currently ranked 14th on the WCT!
The kids LOVED IT!
Connor O’Leary with some of the local Crew
Did we mention there was cake?
Congratulations Wato and Kong - brilliant effort all round!
Newport Sculpture Trailblazers now lights up Newport beach
The Newport Sculpture Trailblazers opened with some great events yesterday (Saturday 28th October) including the live painting of Newport legends, the Carroll brothers.
Today (Sunday) join multi form artist Tamsin Salehian on Porters Reserve Oval Newport Sunday 29th October as she creates a huge sand mandala Digital Paths on the centre of the oval from 10am-1pm. There will be smaller stencils to make mini mandalas around the big one for any children/families who are feeling inspired to help!
The Newport Sculpture Trailblazers 2017: runs from October 27th to November 13th - more details on what's on where and when in link.
Co founder Patsy Clayton-Fry, surfer and writer Nick Carroll, painter Christina Ambrose-Keyes and curator Christine Simpson
Younger Generation
Can’t get any younger? Well how about this! Younger Generation, a Young 88 designed by Jim Young from New Zealand is our latest competitor under the spotlight in the 2017 Pantaenius Newport to Coffs Coast Yacht Race.
Younger Generation was previously called Young Generation and was purchased from long time owners, Norm and Wendy Field. Young Generation was a regular in Pittwater races and the new owners Sarah and David Ellis plan to maintain that racing pedigree.
Sarah welcomes the return of the race to the 27th of December. She says the return of the start date to the 27th of December suits her family and is a good time to go racing.
Join Sarah and David on Younger Generation in this year's Pittwater to Coffs race. Register before 15th of November and enter our ‘Get Your Paperwork Sorted Early Registration Competition’. Great prizes to be won from our sponsors Robert Oatley Wines, Musto, Oricom and Road Tech Marine.
Visit www.royalmotor.com.au or call Race Director Rob Brown 02 9998 5511 for more details.
2017 Pantaenius Newport to Coffs Coast Yacht Race
Conservatives for Conservation, together with Clear Sky Solar Investments have the pleasure of inviting you to the event:
“Rob Stokes MP and Jason Falinski MP with Clear Sky Solar Investments”
Hosted by Hon. Rob Stokes and Jason Falinski MP
Date: Wednesday, 8th November 2017
Time: 6pm for 6.30pm start – 8pm
Place: Mona Vale Gold Club, Golf Avenue, Mona Vale
Cost: $50
Drinks and canapes included
Come and join us to learn about how individuals can invest in renewable projects in their local communities and be part of the clean energy experience.
Tremendous thank you to our partners – Community Power Agency and Clear Sky Solar Investments!
We look forward to seeing you on the night!
Pet of the Week
Samson
AGE/SEX: 2-3 years / M
BREED: Bull Arab X
Samson is a "big goofy lapdog". He has such an affectionate sweet nature. He loves to try and curl up in your lap but does not realise how big he is. Samson is a gentle giant and loves being with kids. He walks well on lead and is social with other dogs. He came from the pound underweight at 35.1kg. He has a smooth coat. He comes desexed, C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Also included for the love and health of our dogs is a free Health and Wellness Voucher with our DR Vet. His adoption cost is $400.
For further details or to meet all dogs at DoggieRescue call 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Newport Festival 2017
Sunday 26th of Nov 2017The Newport Festival has been running for over 40 years in one form or another. This makes this annual event one of (if not) the longest running and most popular street festivals in Sydney.
The festival historically, brings in around 25,000 visitors on the day and is a great opportunity to showcase local retailer’s and visiting stallholder’s products, as well as brilliant entertainment both on the stages and roving around the suburb on the day.
If you want to find out more information on the event and how you can be involved, please visit www.newportbeachfestival.com.au
Notice of Race available and entries open for Sail Sydney 2017
Woollahra Sailing Club will host the 23rd edition of Sail Sydney from December 11-17 with the support of Drummoyne Sailing Club, Middle Harbour Yacht Club and Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron.
Sail Sydney is shaping up to attract more than 300 local, national and international competitors across 23 classes.Olympic Classes will compete for the first four days of the regatta with Australian Sailing Team and Squad Crews set to try to tame Sydney Harbour. Under the recently announced Trans-Tasman Project with Australian Sailing and Yachting New Zealand, Sail Sydney is now positioned to attract the best Olympic Class sailors in the southern hemisphere.
Invited Classes will take the reins from December 15 which will include; 29er, 420, Nacra 15, Pacer, Laser 4.7, Optimist Open, Intermediate and Green Fleet, Bic Techno (Ripper League and Ripper Races), RS:X Men and Women, Elliot, Sabot 1 Up, Open Bic, Manly Juniors, Flying 11 and Tasar.
For more information on Sail Sydney visit the website www.sailsydney.org.au.
Follow Sail Sydney on Facebook and share your Sail Sydney journey on social media by using the hashtag #SailSydney2017.
Urgently Seeking Sponsors!
Carols at the Beach is a special Christmas event for the Pittwater Community, raising funds for Avalon Beach Surf Life Saving Club. Avalon Beach SLSC has hosted Carols at the Beach since 2014. We are urgently seeking sponsors for this year’s event.Carols at the Beach is our premium community event of the year and provides an excellent opportunity for businesses to promote themselves and their corporate citizenship while giving back to the community through a highly visible, high profile, local occasion. The event receives wide coverage on social media and in the local press.
The night has been an outstanding success on every occasion, and is growing every year. The event is typically attended by 3000 - 5000 people. This year, Carols will be on December 9 and will again feature the incredible Jubilation choir, who play the following week at Carols in the Domain. It is wonderful night where families, friends and neighbours from Pittwater and beyond come together to celebrate the spirit of Christmas by singing in Carols into the night.
Carols at the Beach brings together the entire Northern Beaches Community to celebrate Christmas and ensures a peaceful, fun evening for all ages. It features a visit by Santa, a diverse market style food fair and a spectacular fireworks display over the ocean.
Importantly, this event supports The Avalon Surf Life Saving Club. Funds will be used to purchase much needed surf rescue and training equipment.
In order to conduct a free public event such as this, we rely on support from the local business community in addition to our large team of volunteers from Avalon Beach SLSC.
Please contact us at sponsorship.avalonbeachslsc@gmail.com if you can help.
Red Cross shop Newport
The Newport Red Cross shop desperately needs your quality, discarded clothing items. Now that spring is almost springing, perhaps you are all set to 'declutter' your offshore abode. But what to do with all those gems that are no longer you. Well donate them of course. The Red Cross shop at Newport is very excited to receive your cast offs. We also take small household items but alas, no electrical or furniture.
Did you know that all profits from Red Cross shops stay in Australia? Profits from Red Cross shops support worthy programmes like providing breakfast for school kids, Telecross - a daily call to elderly people in need of contact, youth services, disaster relief, mental health services and much, much more.
Should you need assistance please feel free to call me or just leave your items in our boat. We live on the northern side of Lovett Bay between Now and Zen and Therese and John. The house is called 'Foreshore' and our boat is a Stabicraft for purposes of identification!
Don't hesitate to call in to the Newport Red Cross shop with your donations - close to Woolworths petrol station at 334 Barrenjoey Rd Newport or call Lesley Scott to help with donations - 0410 687864
Course for a Cause at Avalon
Just beyond the Bilgola Bends as you are about to enter the Avalon Village, nestled in behind a strip of nature that separates it from the often busy Barrenjoey Road – you have the Royal Avalon Golf Course.
Not only 9 holes of golf open to the public every day of the year, with no membership required but also one of the best located venues available for hire on the Northern Beaches, or even Sydney!
Recently we have begun a program called “Course for a Cause”. The initiative is designed to help local charities by offering free use of our facilities to raise money and/or awareness for a worthy cause.
Do you have a cause close to your heart?
Nominate your charity to become part of this program by calling 9918 2606 or emailing manager@avalongolfcourse.com.au
If you don’t want to play golf, but are still after a venue for your function, the clubhouse is available for extended hours. So with plenty of parking on sight, the time of day shouldn’t be a problem when promoting your personal cause.
If you don’t have a charity, but are still looking for somewhere to party, the clubhouse can be hired to celebrate all kinds of occasions.
The bar is available and serving some of your favourite beer and wine, or take advantage of our BYO option.
Day time events can always incorporate games to raise some extra money with the practice putting green beside the clubhouse being utilised for competitions or a bit of fun for the kids.
If you are interested in our Course for a Cause initiative OR would just like to hire Avalon Golf Course and clubhouse for a function, please email manager@avalongolfcourse.com.au or call 9918 2606
New Funding For Anzac Community Projects
15 September 2017
Member for Pittwater Rob Stokes today announced new funding is available to help communities protect and repair local war memorials and support projects which commemorate the service of current and former NSW service men and women.
$175,000 is available through the Community War Memorials Fund (CWMF) and the Anzac Community Grants Program (ACGP).
The CWMF provides grants of up to $10,000 for local war memorial projects, including conservation works and protection.
The ACGP provides grants of up to $2,000 to schools, community and veterans groups to educate the community on the service and sacrifice of military personnel, support activities benefiting veterans, and engage with the community.
“Our war memorials are lasting tributes to those in our community who have served and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice,” Rob Stokes said today.
“These stories echo down generations, through families and through communities.
“The Centenary of Anzac is an important reminder of the freedom with which we have been bequeathed.
“CWMF and ACGP funds assist community members and organisations in caring for local memorials and provide an opportunity to honour and support our veterans – young and old,” Rob Stokes said.
Applications for both grant programs are open until Remembrance Day, Saturday 11 November 2017. For more information, please visit: www.veteransnsw.smartygrants.com.au or
New Season for Sailability Pittwater
Sailability Pittwater is a volunteer organisation which provides sailing for people with a disability. Our main recreational sailing activities are at Rowland Reserve, Bayview, and we run competitive sailing for people with a disability out of RPAYC Newport. We are currently looking for new volunteers for our Saturday morning program at Rowland Reserve and Tuesdays at RPA. For more information at www.sailability.org/au/pittwater or call John on 9982 5656
VALE – Jervis Sparks
October 31st, 2017
Aged 84 years
Loving husband of Bridget. Twin of the late Vernon Sparks and brother of Valasi Hey.
Late of Maleny, QLD and formerly for 30 years at Cottage 2, Barrenjoey Lighthouse, Palm Beach.
Born in Papua-New Guinea (Milne Bay) and educated at the Southport School, Queensland, Jervis once resided with his Canadian born wife Bridget, at cottage 2, Barranjoey Lightstation, Palm Beach, NSW.
Jervis and Bridget are well known for their commitment to the heritage, historical and environmental concerns of the community, especially the Barrenjoey headland. They completely self-financed and restored their cottage from a gutted ruin to a comfortable last century residence, still without electricity, and as volunteers with the NPWS Chase Alive program they guided tours on the headland and shared their cottage with visitors.
An international mining consultant, Jervis travelled world-wide, working in more than 20 countries during the past decades, in such exotic locations as the Amazon, Borneo, West Africa, Central America and the Caribbean. He describes drilling as a ‘passport to the world’ and has worked not just in mineral exploration, but geo-drilling for bridges and some of the biggest dam projects in the world.
Jervis’s books Tales From Barrenjoey and the Red Light of Palm Beach (on the Lighthouse keepers) are the definitive histories of Barrenjoey covering the lives of lighthouse keepers and their families, shipwrecks, the schools and many amusing and interesting anecdotes.
In 1995 Jervis and Bridget compiled The Barranjoey Lighthouse Track – A nature walk into history and in 1996 Jervis completed Archaeological Index of Significant Sites on Barranjoey Headland – a comprehensive work on this subject for this iconic Pittwater headland. All of these works can be accessed at Mona Vale Library. Pittwater Online News has been supplied with copies and these will run as further pages on Barranjoey.
For their dedication and commitment to Barrenjoey Headland and Pittwater, Jervis and Bridget received the first Pittwater Medal ever awarded on August 24th 1998 ‘In appreciation of your Outstanding Contribution to Pittwater’s History and Heritage.
Local Tribute and Ceremony in April 2018
Bridget called on Friday November 3rd. The lady will be down in April next year to take part in a Tribute, Ceremony and Celebration on Barrenjoey Headland for Jervis.
Bridget says Jervis’ passing happened very quickly; around 50 friends are gathering with her presently to finish off Jervis' Homebrew - she's looking forward to that.
Bridget is 82 now so not so mobile - something to take into account for all April 2018 plans. She will be in contact with further details closer to then.
Jervis’ October 2013 Profile and interview by A J Guesdon runs this Issue as a Tribute to this wonderful gentleman who will be sadly missed by us, by all of us.
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner: Nettie Lodge
3 Nov - 3 Dec 2017
One of our favourite Artists had an Epic opening of her new Exhibition in Manly on Friday night. Congratulations Nettie!
Inspired by the famous 1798 poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, author and illustrator Nettie Lodge has created a contemporary visual narrative in a series of 40 paintings. The words first captured the Artist’s imagination at the age of 10 and this visual realization of the poem, created over the past 7 years, powerfully illustrates the epic and tragic story of the albatross and the mariner.
Nettie Lodge, Illustration 27, watercolour on paper, 29.5 x 42cm
Artist Talk with Nettie Lodge
Sunday, 12 November 2017 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Experience the story and learn about the artist creative process. Tea and coffee will be served.
FREE!
At: Manly Art Gallery & Museum
Contact Rachel Carroll - Phone: 9976 1421
Website: Manly Art Gallery & Museum
Pittwater YHA 50th on November 19: History Page Next Week
On Sunday November 19 the Pittwater YHA is celebrating its 50th anniversary. This date marks the day, 50 years ago, when the first Pittwater YHA doors closed and the second one opened – yes, on the exact same day!
Situated on Morning Bay (sometimes known as Towler’s Bay after Bill Toler) this stunning location epitomises the Youth Hostel ethos of
"To help all, especially young people of limited means." said Mr. Stephens without hesitation, "to a greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside, particularly by providing hostels or other simple accommodation for them in their travels."
Planned Camping Is Aim Of Youth Hostel Groups (1953, March 31). The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), p. 2. Retrieved from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18364434
Visitors are welcome for the Celebrations, with a FREE ferry leaving Church Point at 1.30, and yes, there will probably be CAKE!
Next week Pittwater Online News will be running some interesting insights into Charles Autry Hall, the gentleman who went from being an Artist to Farming to Dentistry, including being one of those who helped set up the original Sydney Dental Hospital, helping change the Law so quacks were out and Dentists were in, and terms as the President of the NSW Dentists Association when that first began.
Local knowledge states he used to camp here prior to acquiring 40 acres – he was applying for an Oyster Lease in 1913, renewed by his family in 1941 after he passed away, and building the home away from home we now know as Pittwater YHA.
The property was then purchased by Narrabeen Girls High Teacher Ebena Isles in 1959 – a lady who was friends with ‘Paddy’ Pallin and did some pretty amazing work prior to moving to Pittwater permanently.
Department of Education
HIS Excellency the Governor and the Executive Council, have approved of Mrs. Doris Magee, Miss Ebena Isles, and Miss Joyce McMillan, being appointed as members of the National Fitness Council of New South Wales, vice Frank Austin Pallin, John Patrick Metcalf, and Miss Dorothy Llewellyn.
HIS Excellency the Governor and the Executive Council, have approved of Mr. Royston James Henderson, being appointed as a member of the National Fitness Council of New South Wales, in the absence of Mr. Colin Hugh John McKinnon, on long service leave.
R. J. HEFFRON,
Acting Premier.
APPOINTMENTS (1958, June 27).Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 - 2001), p. 1919. Retrieved from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article220275713
There’s some amazing stories in store for you; just as the Pittwater YHA is an amazing place – don’t get us started NOW – just book yourself in for a good read prior to getting involved in the 50th Celebrations.
Below is a picture we found of Mr. Hall – both he and Ebena (the lady who gave her home to YHA so we may visit), also illustrate the great and continuing works of Sydney University.
Back Row— Reading from Left to Right: Dr. H. Peach, Dr. W. T. Beckett, S. Chaim, G. Louis Gillam (Secretary), Dr. O. Davis, E. Reading, C. Hall.
Middle Row: Dr. F. D. Magnus, H. Paterson, E. K. Satchell, Photo. by Talma, 374 George-street, Sydney. Dr. E. Randolph Magnus, C. C. Marshall, E. Blackwell. Sitting down in front : P. C. Charlton, Donald Smith.
COUNCIL OF DENTAL HOSPITAL.
The Dental Hospital of Sydney. (1903, February 4). The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (NSW : 1871 - 1912), p. 286. Retrieved from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article163778305
Kialoa II Crew Growing Mo’s For The Bro’s
November 1, 2017November 1 is the start of Movember, the annual men’s health awareness campaign and fundraiser, and both the delivery and Rolex Sydney Hobart race crew of Kialoa II are getting into the 70s vibe in anticipation of the 73-footer’s arrival into Sydney at the end of the month.
The Sparkman Stephens design that took line honours in the 1971 Sydney Hobart yacht race (video) is making for Albany in Western Australia having left the UK in August following a tough Rolex Fastnet Race.
The boat’s Movember campaign is called KiaMOa II and the donation page is https://au.movember.com/team/2295673
“As a throwback to the 1970s, to get us into the spirit of emulating the prowess of the Kialoa II crew who won the Sydney to Hobart race in ’71, the male contingent of the Kialoa II crew of 2017 are going to grow mo’s to help the bro’s as part of Movember,” says shore manager Melinda Broughton adding, “and the two women crew will be suitably accessorised to complete the look.
“Support the KiaMOa II campaign sprouting mo’s and mutton chops to raise research funds all the way to Hobart. And bring back the terry-towelling hat!” she added.
Paddy Broughton during the delivery of Kialoa II to Cape Town - photo courtesy Kialoa II
In keeping with the 1970s theme, a terry-towelling hat each is the latest addition to Kialoa II’s Rolex Sydney Hobart crew uniform of boat branded Zhik Isotak foul weather gear.
Kialoa II’s small delivery crew is en route to Sydney for the start of one of the great bluewater classics which will set off from Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day. Theirs is a 13,000 nautical mile voyage to recreate Jim Kilroy’s ‘71 line honours victory and transport the boat to co-owner Patrick Broughton’s hometown.
Patrick, better known as Paddy, and brother Keith who is based in the UK bought Kialoa in 2016 to compete in the same ocean classics as Kilroy did with the boat back in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.
The final stages of Kialoa II’s delivery to Sydney can be tracked via the boat’s website Kialoa2.com.au
For the Hobart Race Dallas Kilponen, the son of Kilroy’s longstanding navigator, the late David ‘Fang’ Kilponen, will be on board along with a UK crew component plus a number of ex-Brindabella legends including Lindsay May (44 Hobarts, three time overall winner) and Tony Hearder.
David Fang Kilponen on board Kialoa III - photo courtesy Kilponen family
Kialoa II’s ETA in Sydney is the weekend of November 25-26, leaving the crew just one month to switch from cruising to race mode before lining up against this year’s Rolex Sydney Hobart fleet.
Kilroy’s 1971 line honours winning time for the 628 nautical mile was 3 days 12 hours 46 minutes 21 seconds compared to the current race record of 1 day 13 hours 31 minutes 20 seconds set by Anthony Bell’s 100-footer Perpetual Loyal in the 2016 event.
Kialoa II website http://kialoa2.com.au/
By Lisa Ratcliff
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Stalls 2017
November:
November 11th: 9am to 3pm Bunnings, Narrabeen Sausage sizzle
December:
December 8th: 8am to 4pm Stall, outside ANZ Bank, Avalon Parade, Avalon Sewing, knitting, craft, jam.
December 9th, 8am to 3pm Bunnings Narrabeen, sausage sizzle
Pasadena Progress?
Church Point residents report that the gentleman who owns the Pasadena has workmen working on it - he has said to them council have not offered to buy it, and he's going to refurbish it.
We'll follow up on this by hopefully talking to the owners ourselves ASAP.
Pittwater Paddle 2017
The NBI Pittwater Paddle is on again this year, and we’d love you to join in the fun!
The Pittwater Paddle is NBI’s main fundraising event for the year,
and we’d like to ask you to register for the event and to raise funds for us,
so that we can continue to support children with additional needs, and their families.
The Pittwater Paddle is on Sunday 12 November and we’ve added a
second event this year so that more people can join in the fun on the day.
The Pittwater Paddle:
An 8.4km paddling event for elite or recreational paddlers (aged 12 years and older).
The NEW Pittwater Family Paddle:
A shorter 3.6km paddling event for families and less experienced paddlers (aged 12 years and older).
You can register as an individual or compete as a team in a multi-seated craft.
If paddling isn’t your thing, simply come along and show your support on the day – there will be food and entertainment available on-shore.
Avalon Beach Market Day 2017
Sunday, November 19 at 9 AM - 4 PM
The main streets of Avalon Beach village and Dunbar Park come alive with amazing music, a fantastic array of market stalls selling fashion, jewellery and crafts as well as gourmet food stalls. For the kids there is face painting and carnival rides
STALLHOLDER APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN - APPLY HERE!!!
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Sydney Wildlife Critter of the Month: The Long Hop To Freedom
It was a chilly day in August last year when we received a call from Scott to attend to a fatally-ill female swamp wallaby who was having trouble hopping and could hardly stand. She had cataracts in both eyes and could barely see. She was also carrying a joey.
The mother wallaby was sedated for transportation to a veterinarian. Her cute little joey was a very curious critter and kept peering out of the pouch to see what was happening. Dr Ward examined the mum but she was already moribund and he decided to extract the joey before the situation became too stressful for them both. The joey was a tiny furless 300g boy. He was in good health and after a quick examination, Dr Ward popped him into a fleecy pouch to stay warm. Before the mum passed away, we allowed her to ‘say goodbye’ to her joey. It was a very moving moment for all of us. We promised her that we would take good care of her baby. And then she slipped away.
Cassius with Dr Ward after being extracted from his mum’s pouch.
A touching goodbye :(
The tiny boy tried to box his way out of his new artificial pouch and he put up his dukes whenever we looked in on him. So a friend suggested we call him Cassius (Clay) aka Mohammed Ali.
Cassius was quite the character from the start. He did what joeys are meant to do - drink milk, grow fur, venture from the pouch - but he tried to do all these things in a mad hurry. He was trying to stand and hop long before his time! He never seemed to sleep. Was always looking out of his pouch and desperate not to miss out on anything. FOMO could’ve been his middle name! FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) was almost the death of him. He tried to follow me up the stairs one day - long before he was hopping ably. And he fell… We rushed him straight to the vet, fearing that he may have fractured something but the x-rays were clear. Phew! Then - instead of staying in his heated pouch like a normal wallaby joey - he kept venturing out to find everyone and ended up getting pneumonia. Sigh. Back to the vet.
Cassius and his little play-mate, Xena.
Cassius inspecting the Christmas Tree.
Cuddles from his big brother.
5 months from the date of his rescue he had grown from 300g to 3kg. It was time for Cassius to graduate to 'Big School' aka The Sydney Wildlife Rehabilitation Facility.
Our Rehab Facility is also known as Waratah Park. It is where “Skippy the Bush Kangaroo” was filmed many years ago. (Our lovely Facility Manager, Joan Reid, was granted permission from the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council - MLALC - to utilise a section of Waratah Park for wildlife rehabilitation. The first thing she did was build a big fenced area for a macropod yard. The word macropod is derived from Greek and literally means ‘big foot’. Kangaroos, wallabies and wallaroos are all examples of macropods. In addition to the macropod yard, Joan also organised for the volunteers to build a ‘rubber room’. The rubber attached to the walls allows the joeys or injured macropods to jump around without injuring themselves.)
In contrast to the chilly day when Cassius was rescued, the day of his ‘soft release’ was sizzling! I think it was close to 38 degrees. Joan had the sprinklers on for all the animals and one of our members - Nicole Wedlock - captured a gorgeous photo of Cassius dripping in water from the sprinklers. It was quite weird to leave him there. I felt a bit like we’d abandoned him but we knew it was time for him to become a proper wallaby. In preparation for his release back to the wild, Cassius would need to become dehumanised. This meant reducing his contact with humans and allowing him the chance to experience storms, rain, parasites, fending for himself around other wallabies etc.
Scott ‘soft releasing’ Cassius at Waratah Park.
Nicole Wedlock’s gorgeous photo of Cassius in the sprinkler.
Well, luckily he integrated quite well with the others and quickly settled down to life as a big boy.
Cass-cass spent almost 8 months in the Rehab Facility. The wonderful volunteers that keep the facility running like clockwork make sure that all the animals are fed, clean and safe. They are always careful not to interact with the joeys that are being dehumanised and keep their visits limited to once a day. When Cassius reached 7kg and was entirely independent, it was time to go back to his site of rescue and be a wild wallaby.
14 months from the day he was rescued, he was captured, sedated and transported to his release site. The day was cool and the gentle rain added to the beauty of the very picturesque setting where Scott could keep an eye on him from afar.
We released him from the transportation bag and waited for the sedative to wear off. He blinked his eyes at the new surrounds and then gently hopped off.
Freedom.
Finally.
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