Barrenjoey Artwalk 2025
The Barrenjoey Artwalk returns from 29 November – 14 December, and Avalon village will once again come alive with art in every corner. Follow the yellow dots to discover participating retailers and businesses, each showcasing a unique artwork in their shopfronts. Pick up a map in-store or head to https://f.mtr.cool/lfbysxektr to access a digital copy and plan your route.
Every artwork sold helps raise funds for Barrenjoey High School - a simple, meaningful way to support creativity, community, and our local kids.
See you on the Artwalk!
The Barrenjoey Artwalk…
by Barrenjoey High School
Twilight at Taronga 2026 Summer Concert Series
Proceeds contribute to Taronga Zoo’s new Wildlife Hospital
Tickets at: twilightattaronga.org.au - Here’s our line-up for 2026!
Racquet Club: November 2025 Friday Night Live Music
50 Kalang Road, Elanora Heights. Ph: 9913 9003. Website
NOVEMBER 7TH: Ivor Kennedy
Ivor Simpson Kennedy (Ivor S. K.) is a professional acoustic blues guitarist/singer/songwriter, born and bred in Avalon. He has been based in New Orleans since 2017, but comes home to the Peninsula every November/December to tour locally. He is a critically acclaimed blues musician in Australia and internationally. His most recent album "Mississippi Bound" reached # 1 and # 2 on the Roots Music Report's Australian Album Chart and Acoustic Blues Chart respectively.
NOVEMBER 14TH: GJT
Talented vocalist and guitarist Gregory Thorsby, is an acoustic artist with extensive experience in the music industry. He offers a versatile and expanding repertoire, appealing to all ages with popular favourites, engaging children's tunes, and original songs. GJT can adapt his sound to any atmosphere, providing anything from smooth background music to an energetic dance set.
NOVEMBER 21ST: The Dirty Gringos
We are all Gringos somewhere in the world! These Gringos have been playing together for over a decade and have played in bars, parties, parks, breweries and even stranger places entertaining the masses with a collection of songs spanning 5 decades with plenty of Aussie, US and UK hits. Acoustic and bass combine with harmonica and vocals that will have you singing the chorus and tapping your feet til closing time. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and neither should you! Beware the request… You might have to join us!
NOVEMBER 28TH: Fynn Meaney
Local Fynn Meaney, is an extraordinary blend of singer, guitarist, and youthful performer. Taking centre stage as a solo act, Fynn is well known for his fun music style and his exciting future. With an ever growing songbook, he isn't just a performer; he’s Australia’s next music star, ready to entertain audiences throughout the world. Experience Fynn while he’s still on the beaches and where every song tells a story.
Why cook when you can feast at the club? 🍴✨
✅ Wed – $20 Chef’s Special
✅ Thurs – $20 Schnitty Night (golden schnitzel, crispy chips, salad + house beer or wine)
✅ Fri – $20 Burger Night (beef, chicken or veg) + live music from 6
🍻 Happy Hour: Wed–Sun, 4–6pm
Bring your mates, the family, or both. Great food, cold drinks, and good vibes every week.
Surfboat Brewery
Unit 23/14 Jubilee Avenue, Warriewood
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Bilgola Surf Life Saving Club Sippers
Avalon Bowlo Music
Sunday Sundown Session - FREE: Coming up:
- November 23: Los Skeletone Blues
- November 30: Backbeat
- December 7: Two Shots
- December 14: Crankhouse
- December 21: Nothing Too Serious
- December 28: Blues Deluxe
Plus! Greek Street Eats will be on-site every Sunday serving up delicious Greek street food such as pitas. mezze share plates, chicken burgers and more!
Join us for live jazz music every Wednesday from 7pm!
- November 26: Edo Santoni
- December 3: Catherine Hunter
- December 10: George Washingmachine
- December 17: Jo Fabro
TICKET INFORMATION
Show Times: 7pm - 9.30pm
Club Members - $25 Single Ticket | Guests - $35 Single Ticket
TO PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS PLEASE CALL 9918 3231 or VISIT THE CLUB DURING TRADING HOURS.
* All pre-purchased tickets must be purchased by 4:30pm on day of performance. Limited tickets available at the door.
Bryan Brown in conversation with Matilda Brown
Join us for a lively Sunday lunch event with Australian icon Bryan Brown and his daughter Matilda Brown, as they chat about his new coastal thriller, The Hidden.
From Sweet Jimmy to The Drowning, Bryan has proven himself as much a storyteller on the page as on screen. Matilda-local author, actress and food entrepreneur- brings her trademark wit and warmth to the conversation.
Together, they promise an afternoon that is entertaining, insightful and full of heart.
Buffet lunch served on arrival with Surf Club bar available for purchases.
Buffet Lunch + a copy of the new book "The Hidden" : $81.50 + $4.68 fee
Buffet Lunch only: $50.00 + $3.29 fee
Caressa Gonsalves Exhibition: November 2025
at The Palms, Terrey Hills
Caressa Gonsalves is a ceramic artist raised at Palm Beach, where her family founded the historic Gonsalves Boat Shed. Deeply connected to the ocean and shaped by early loss, she uses ceramics as a way to process emotion and memory. Her works incorporate shoreline textures, found clay slips, rope forms and impressions from the boatshed, embracing natural imperfections as part of the work. Inspired by seascapes, ocean life and the handmade, her contemporary pieces reflect both her coastal upbringing and a tactile, expressive practice grounded in place and feeling. More at: claywithcaressa.com
Caressa's sculptures - as seen behind Artist
Caressa also creates Art works for use
Month Long Artists Residencies
At The Palms, we’re proud to support local and emerging talent through our Artist in Residence program. Each month, we showcase a new artist with a curated exhibition spanning painting, hand-drawn works, photography, ceramics, and more. These monthly art shows celebrate creativity across mediums, offering visitors a chance to engage with unique, original works—available to purchase both in-store and online. It’s a rotating gallery of fresh perspectives, right here at The Palms.
The Palms
Open 7 days a week
The Eatery: 11:30am till late
The Nursery & Homewares: 8am - 5pm
327 Mona Vale Road, Terrey Hills.
Battle Of The Bands
Every Friday in November
Week 3: Friday, 21st November
- Selene and The Strange
- Apocalypseboyo
- Woodhill
- Social Strangers
Week 4: Friday, 28th November THE FINAL
- To be determined...
The Radiators
Saturday 29th November Mona Vale Hotel
1 Park Street, Mona Vale
Get ready for an electrifying night as The Radiators take over the Backyard at Mona Vale Hotel for one huge live show!
Expect high energy tunes, non-stop vibes and an unforgettable atmosphere of rock and good times.
Tickets are on sale now - $20.40 - grab your via the link below before they sell out!
Mona Vale Boardriders - Northern Beaches Para Surfer BC Presentation Night 2025
Presentation Night on Friday 5th Dec, 6.30pm
The club has had many successes this year and would love to celebrate with you and our fantastic boardrider community. Support People welcome too. Tix can be bought via link https://www.trybooking.com/DEUXR
Wild Ginger at Modus Brewery: Friday Dec. 5 2025
14 Harkeith Street, Mona Vale
Artists & Craftsmen of Pittwater
Who we are
ACOP is a group of painters and crafters from the Pittwater area, on Sydney's northern beaches. We hold exhibitions three or four times a year, in either Mona Vale Memorial Hall or Narrabeen Tramshed Arts & Community Centre. The Mona Vale hall is located at Mona Vale shops, in the park where Pittwater Road and Barrenjoey Road meet. Tramshed is located on Pittwater Road near the original restored Narrabeen tram shed; we use the halls in the building closest to Narrabeen Lake.At our exhibitions, entry is free, you are welcome to look, and you are welcome to buy - it's entirely up to you.
Our exhibitions in 2025
In 2025, we have bookings for two exhibitions at Mona Vale Memorial Hall (which we've been using since we started in 1967), two at Narrabeen Tramshed, and one at a new venue for us - Mona Vale Creative Space Gallery, which is upstairs above Mona Vale Library. The dates that we've booked are:
- Narrabeen Christmas Exhibition: Friday 5 to Sunday 7 December at Narrabeen Tramshed
Barrenjoey Christmas Concert
Friday 5 December | From 6pm | Barrenjoey High School
- Join us for an evening of outdoor Christmas carols, student performances, and festive cheer.
- Sing under the stars and enjoy dinner from our food trucks — we’ve got it covered!
- Bring your family and Christmas spirit for one of our favourite community traditions.
Let’s celebrate the season — merry and bright at Barrenjoey!
RPAYC Club Christmas Party - BOOK HERE
Family Christmas Party
Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay
🎉 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day! 🎉
Date: 13th December
Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Price: $15 per child | Accompanying adults - Free
46 Prince Alfred Parade, Newport
Get ready for an unforgettable day packed with exciting activities for everyone!
- Bouncy Castle: Jump and play to your heart's content!
- Face Painting: Transform into your favourite character.
- Father Christmas Photos: Capture magical moments with Santa.
- Petting Zoo: Meet and greet adorable animals.
- Gingerbread Decorating: Unleash your creativity with delicious treats.
- Elf Entertainers: Enjoy fun and games with our lively elves.
Don't miss out on this fantastic event! Book your spot now and make memories that will last a lifetime. 🎅🎨🎠
New Years Eve at Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay
46 Prince Alfred Parade, Newport
Ring in the New Year in Style!
Say goodbye to the year that was and welcome the new one with a night to remember! Join us for an unforgettable celebration featuring live music, spectacular fireworks, and a festive atmosphere that’s perfect for friends, families, and partygoers alike.
✨ What’s Included:
- 🎶 Live Band to keep you dancing all night - SONS OF BEACHES ARE RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH US FROM 8PM
- 🎆 Fireworks display to light up the sky - both at 9pm & Midnight
- 🚌 Shuttle Bus running from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM - be sure to call the Club to book this in!
- 🍽️ Dinner available to purchase on the night — book your seating time early!
- 💲Only $35 per person — includes access to the band and fireworks.
Let’s toast to the memories made and the adventures ahead. Don’t miss out, this is the New Year’s celebration you’ve been waiting for!
New Years Eve at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
16 Mitala Street, Newport
Join us for a relaxed evening of family fun on New Years Eve as we kick off the night from 6pm with great food, music and fireworks over Pittwater.
- Doors & Bar: 6:30 pm
- Drink on arrival included
- Food service: From 6:30 pm onwards – enjoy a curated buffet experience featuring diverse, chef-driven dishes (menu TBC)
- Seating & Entertainment: Bean bags and dinner tables on the lawn, plus a dancefloor for your enjoyment
- Theme: Family, Fun & Relaxed
- Tickets:
- Adult Member: $125
- Adult Non-Member: $135
- Under 12: $45
- Under 5: Free of charge
- Fireworks & DJ Dean with music and entertainment
Wristbands will be available from Reception on arrival.
It’s an easy-going evening made for families, friends and good times - don’t miss it!
More detail to come. Tickets HERE
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Pool to Peak swimmers in 2025. Photo: AJG/PON
The annual Pittwater Ocean Swim Series will kick off with the Newport Pool to Peak, ocean swims on Sunday 4 January 2026. The series provides ocean swimmers around the world the opportunity to experience the beautiful scenery and pristine environment of Pittwater.
The Newport Pool to Peak has become one of the biggest ocean swimming events on the annual calendar and has grown from the traditional 2kms to offer 400m and 800m courses as well. This has enabled swimmers to test their swim skills and gain experience in ocean swimming which is very different to pool swimming, as ocean swimmers will attest.
John Guthrie, chairman of the Pool to Peak, ocean swim organising committee, says the club’s swims feature a strong safety culture with many safety craft in the water and drone surveillance.
“This means swimmers are being observed at all times which helps to build confidence in tackling the surf and currents. Of course, we encourage swimmers to train for their event with a combination of attaining surf skills, lap swimming in addition to general physical training such as weights.
“Ocean swimming can be arduous so swimmers are responsible for their individual fitness. We will have lifesavers in the break to assist any swimmers who are finding it too difficult. Again, entrants are encouraged to put their hand up if they find themselves unable to complete the course,” said John.
The Pool to Peak is known as the friendly affordable swim event and swimmers all go in the draw for a great range of prizes. Medals are also presented to category winners, one of the few ocean swim events to continue the tradition.
“We are proud of the fun atmosphere generated on the day. Swimmers are welcomed back on shore with succulent, fresh fruit, from Harris Farm Markets, our long-term major sponsors, to take away the salty taste in your mouth. Then there is the barbecue, featuring ingredients from Harris Farm Markets, a popular feature with hungry swimmers,” John continued.
Following the prize and medal presentations, swimmers and their families can enjoy a drink at the club’s bar or take advantage of one of the many coffee shops in the Newport shopping centre including The Peak Café a sponsor of the Pool to Peak, Newport has clubs such as the Royal Motor Yacht Club who would like to enjoy lunch with a view of Pittwater.
There is an added incentive for swimmers to enter the Pittwater Ocean Swim Series in 2026. For swimmers who swim at least three of the swims in the series, they will go in the draw for a $250 voucher a male & female swimmer for a fine dining experience at the Basin Restaurant.
The Pittwater swims start at Newport 4 January, then Bilgola on 11 January, Mona Vale on18 January and the Big Swim on 25 January. This will be the 52nd Big Swim event.
To complete the Pittwater Ocean Swim Series the Avalon swims will be on Sunday 15 March. That includes their iconic Around the Bends swim from Newport to Avalon.
You can reserve your spot and find out more about each swim at: oceanswims.com
Three happy swimmers at Bilgola's 'Billy Swim's 2025. Photo: AJG/PON
Circus on the sand 2025: South Narrabeen - Saturday January 24 2026
Our annual free family event is back in 2026! Join us for an afternoon of performance, live music and workshops.
Bring a picnic or enjoy Cabana Kiosk’s great selection.
Bring your circus gear for a jam or simply come and enjoy the shows.
Artist announcements to come:
Walk & Talk: Narrabeen
The Belong Club invites anyone to come and participate in the Belong Club Walking Group!
Every Tuesday we walk along the pathway beside the Narrabeen Lagoon, from the Tramshed Arts and Community Centre to Jamieson Park and back. The route is about 1.8km each way, and is estimated to take 45 minutes.
The up and back walk allows for people of any walking speed to participate and enjoy the walk at their own comfortable pace. Walkers often split into smaller groups naturally along the route allowing everyone to go at their preferred pace. The aim here is for everyone to be included and to have an enjoyable walk.
Our meeting spot is to the right of the Tramshed Community Centre, between the basketball court and kids playground.
Register here - https://proveda.com.au/series/walk-and-talk/
North Narrabeen Surf Club: Friday Night Raffles
Join us this Friday night for our weekly raffles at the surf club! Meat Trays and the Joker Jackpot.
Bar opens at 4pm.
Tickets go on sale from 5.00pm and drawn 6.00pm.
Joker tickets $2.00 each, meat tray tickets $5.00 for five numbers.
And the 4 Knots Cafe is open for dinner from 4.30 pm.
You have to be in it to win it!
Everyone welcome.
Radio Controlled Yachting
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
THURSDAYS FROM 09:30-12:30
We sail every Thursday morning.
Meet at the Club for a coffee at 9:00,
Sailing from 9:30 till 11:30.
Bring your Yacht or learn how to kit your own yacht out.
Contact Phil Burgess 0413 200 608
The DragonForce 65 has undergone a major transformation to bring the quality and appearance up the high standard set by its bigger brother the DragonFlite 95, without affecting the competitiveness of previous versions. New tooling for the hull sees an increase in hull strength while retaining the same shape and weight. Key rig fittings, the Gooseneck, Compression Strut, Masthead Fitting and Jib Boom front end fittings have been redesigned for maximum efficiency and easier assembly. The new version 6 now comes with 50 micron Mylar film sails with a clean new style. The improvements don't stop there, the digital rudder servo has been given a 10% boost in torque and improved electronics.
Avalon Beach RSL Fishing Club
We are a friendly like-minded group of fisher-people based at Avalon Beach RSL Club and welcome all new members and encourage juniors to participate.FISHING COMPETITIONS WILL RECOMMENCE JULY 17-19
Fishing competitions start every third (3rd) Friday of the month at 5:00pm with weigh-in on the Sunday, 2:30pm at Avalon Beach RSL.
Palm Beach Golf Club
Palm Beach Golf Club
2 Beach Road,
Palm Beach
Ph: 9974 4079
Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners Inc
Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners - Monthly Demonstration - Wood Turning Demonstration on the third Sunday of the month: 9am-2pm
The aim of our group is to bring together people who are interested in woodturning and to assist new members to participate in the craft of woodturning. At the same time we aim to socialise and have fun. We are active in supporting local community groups and charities. We make cash donations as well as donations of toys and equipment made by our members. Workshop Open every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday between 9 am and 12 noon.
Cost: $5 for insurance & a cuppa (If you want to join there is a $25 yearly subscription fee). Contact: Jack Butler on 9999 4290 or email: johnbutler@optusnet.com.au . Website: https://sites.google.com/site/woodturner60/
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Activities
Bush Regeneration - Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment
This is a wonderful way to become connected to nature and contribute to the health of the environment. Over the weeks and months you can see positive changes as you give native species a better chance to thrive. Wildlife appreciate the improvement in their habitat.
Belrose area - Thursday mornings
Belrose area - Weekend mornings by arrangement
Contact: Phone or text Conny Harris on 0432 643 295
Wheeler Creek - Wednesday mornings 9-11am
Contact: Phone or text Judith Bennett on 0402 974 105
Or email: Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment : email@narrabeenlagoon.org.au
Newport Bowling Club Introduces Barefoot Bowling
Newport Bowling Club Breakfast Bowling.
Sunday mornings 9.00 to 12.00.
$10 includes an egg and bacon roll.
Beginners welcome, bowls are supplied. Club is also available for barefoot and corporate bowls.
Palm Road, Newport.
For further information, call 9999 1661 or 0402 126 109
The Newport Bowling Club is situated on the beautiful Barrenjoey Peninsula, the most northerly point of the Northern Beaches area of Sydney, Australia. The Club is located on the corner of Barrenjoey and Palm Roads, Newport. Visitors are very welcome, whether local, from within the state, interstate or overseas.
Find out more by visiting: www.newportbowlingclub.com.au
MWPHS - Manly Warringah Pittwater Historical Society - Established 1924
One of the oldest suburban historical societies in Australia, the Manly, Warringah & Pittwater Historical Society has kept the only continuous record of northern beaches achievements, local historical mementoes, documents and research. Membership: here
Ingleside Rider's Group
Instead of watching, why don't you come and join us? We have mid year membership for just $70 - this gives you access to free club events we hold, priority bookings for our clinics, reduced rates for all events and... you get to join a 'members only (closed) group.' PLUS! access to the grounds whenever takes your fancy!
What's not to like!
Find out more at: inglesideriders.
Club Palm Beach Social Golf Group
If you enjoy a relaxing round of golf and would like to meet some local characters and top it off with the best old school breakfast (kale free) and beverages come and join us 6 30 am Sunday - every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.
Manly Fig
We have just published our new website. If it prompts some of you as well & want any of the acts back for a show please let us know. www.themanlyfig.orgTickets: $30, cash at door
Book reserved table seating via email:
info@TheManlyFig.org, you will be sent confirmation
Where: Seaforth Bowling Club, 39 Kirkwood St, Seaforth
Time: Starts 8pm Sharp. Ends 11pm.
Doors open 6:50pm for pre-dinner; drinks; table seating. Best arrive before 7:45pm.
Narrabeen Swim Academy
Narrabeen Swim Academy is up and swimming.
- Competitive Squads
- Junior Squads
- Adult Squads.
- Public Swimming Mon - Fri 8am -10am.
Located at the Sydney Academy of Sport Narrabeen
Please visit www.narrabeenswimacademy.com.au for more details.
Surfing Mums & Dads
Want to join the best Mums (& Dads) group on earth? Surfing Mums Australia is a not for profit organisation with groups across Australia. We take turns surfing and looking after each other’s children.
The Avalon group meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9.30am and the Palm Beach group meets on Thursdays. The Mona Vale group meets Wednesday 9am, Narrabeen on Wednesday at 9:30 am, Dee Why / Long Reef on Friday 9am, Freshwater on Monday at 9am and Manly on Wednesday at 9am.
Our surf swap meet ups welcome parents of all levels, whether you’re a total novice or have been riding waves for a lifetime. Meet ups are run by member volunteer coordinators, and take place at a specific beach location at designated weekly times and days – although some groups switch locations depending on the best beach conditions on that given day. Coordinators post updates on each group’s private Facebook page prior to each meetup, so be sure to check for updates before you go. When you arrive, you’ll be paired up with a parent who will be your surf swap partner. Meet ups generally run for two hours, so there’s potential for each parent to have roughly an hour of ocean time, and an hour of child minding – although new parents may like to work up to this time goal slowly. Parents decide between themselves who’ll surf first, and who’s surfing second. The term surfing is open to interpretation here; you can surf, body board, SUP, go for a beach run or do some laps. However you’d like to spend your ocean time is up to you.
We welcome all levels of surfers, from shredders to absolute newbies, any anyone who cares for a little person is welcome to join.
To join go to surfingmums.com
Photo: A J Guesdon/PON
Avalon Scottish Country Dancing
Avalon Rec. Centre
Thursday 3pm to 5pm
Most Saturdays 2pm to 4pm
(contact Margot Fenelon 0419 122 455 to confirm Saturday class)
COST: $5 - first visit free
WHAT TO WEAR: Casual clothes and soft soled shoes
MANLY ART GALLERY & MUSEUM
Free entry Tues-Sun 10am - 5pm Visit: www.manly.nsw.gov.au/attractions/gallery
Pittwater Camera Club -
Our meetings commence at 7.15 pm for a 7.30 pm start. To find out more, please visit our Website: www.pittwatercameraclub.org
All Meetings are 7.45 for 8pm - 10pm- The Auditorium: Pittwater RSL Club, Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale 2103 - Family, friends and visitors are all welcome. Proudly Sponsored by Pittwater RSL Club
PITTWATER CAMERA CLUB Inc. - Since 1966
2020 Program
Barrenjoey Lighthouse Tours
Enjoy a Barrenjoey Lighthouse tour any Sunday afternoon. It stands at Sydney's northern-most point. The views of Broken Bay, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the mighty Pacific are unforgettable.
Bookings: Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 or book online at: https://nswparks.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/sales/sales?ev=17683,54324,54344,54348
Meeting point: Barrenjoey Lighthouse. Give yourself at least 40mins to walk from the carpark to the lighthouse before your tour departs.
