June 1 - 30, 2025: Issue 643

Jack's Day: Sat. July 5 - Location change

Due to the massive swell about to hit Sydney we’ve decided to relocate the paddle out to South Palm Beach to ensure the safety of all attendees, and allow as many people to join us in the water for the ceremony.

We wanted to ensure ALL of dad’s friends and family from near and wide could be apart of the day so we have decided to do the first ever live broadcast of a paddle out, complete with a half hour pre ceremony talk story featuring Nick Carroll, Mark Occhilupo and Laura Enever. They will be joined by special guests to honour dad’s life and continued legacy of innovation - this time, from above.

Seven-time World Champion, Layne Beachley AO, and two-time world champion Tom Carroll will be leading the ceremony, with thousands travelling from across the globe to come together and pay tribute.

Following the procession, we invite everyone to join us at Mona Vale Hotel for the celebration. A star studded line up of artists will come together in tribute to dad and his passion for music. A selection of his most iconic films will also be playing on the big screen to cap off the night.

The celebration is in support of Surfrider, Surfers for Climate and the new Jack McCoy Aloha Foundation – formed to preserve and develop dad’s archive, support upcoming film makers, and assist in the fight against the environmental crisis – ensuring his legacy lives on for generations to come.

Mark it down, spread the word and get your favourite aloha shirt pressed. This will be one for the ages

Paddle Out at 1pm… Make sure you arrive early…  Expecting thousands.

All proceeds being donated to Surfers For Climate, Surfrider and Jack’s new Foundation - the Jack McCoy Aloha Foundation.
The JM Aloha Foundation is being formed to assist upcoming film makers, preserve and develop Jack’s archive and support environmental activations.

Thank you again for all of the support from the whole community who have wrapped their arms around us. It means the world and we can’t wait to give you all a big Jack McCoy heart to heart hug.

The McCoy ohana.

Avalon Bowlo Music

Sunday Sundown Session - FREE: Coming up:
  • Blues Deluxe: Sunday, June 29, 2025, 4:00 PM  7:00 PM
  • Kate Lush - 6th July
  • The Meldrums - 13th July
  • What Next - 20th July
  • Radius - 27th July
Join us for live jazz music every Wednesday from 7pm!
  • Catherine Hunter - 2nd July
  • Patrick Muldrew - 9th July
  • Jo Fabro - 16th July
  • Dorian Mode - 23rd July
  • Helen Fenton - 30th July
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.    

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC

July 4th: Owen Mancell
Owen Mancell is a talented blues musician of the northern beaches. Armed with a guitar and a soulful voice, he crafts blues originals and covers that resonate with simplicity and warmth. His solo captivates audiences, channels the essence of blues, delivering a musical experience that resonates with the genre’s rich history.

July 11th: Hunter Black
Hunter Black is a keen blues and rock keyboardist and vocalist, covering artists from Stevie Wonder to Aussie favourites like Dragon. His spicy piano licks are balanced with his youthful husky voice. Whether he’s belting out originals or putting his own spin on a classic, Hunter knows how to strike a chord with every crowd.

July 18th: East West Music
After many years performing individually in bands all over NSW, Steve West and Rob Rogers have combined their acoustic/electric talents to deliver a dynamic, fun show containing hits of the last 50 years. Expect songs by The Beatles, Dylan, Clapton, Elvis, The USA West Coast sound, Brit Pop and of course Great Aussie Classics!

July 25th: Copy Cats
Weaving through genres with finesse, from soothing dinner melodies to electrifying party anthems, expect nothing short of a memorable experience as Copy Cats serenade mesmerising harmonies and acoustic renditions.

THE RACQUET CLUB IS A BOUTIQUE SPORTS CLUB AND COMMUNITY HUB FEATURING THE BEST THAT SPORTS  HAS TO OFFER, ON 2 LARGE SCREENS, IT'S A VENUE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. IDEAL ALL YEAR ROUND, WITH A HUGE OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING DECK, OUTDOOR HEATING, GREAT FOOD, CATERING, FIREPLACE - AND EVEN OCEAN GLIMPSES! WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AGAIN SOON!

50 Kalang Rd, Elanora Heights NSW 
(Located in Elanora Squash Centre)
Ph: (02) 9913 9003

   

Bar Veinte: 1 Waratah Street, Mona Vale

All of us at Bar Veinte Mona Vale are excited to announce that we will have live music every Sunday from 3pm all the way through winter.

Hats on for Soibada - Will you put on a hat and join me?

The 4th of July might be a holiday in America, but in Avalon, we will be wearing Hats to help Soibada!

I’m known for liking hats – and many of my friends often look for a chance to wear one too. I want to invite you to a very special event, Hats on for Soibada! It’s been over ten years since we had a good hat party – so it is time! There will be a prize for the best hat, raffles and a lucky door prize.  Money generated will support education and health projects in our sister village Soibada, Timor Leste.

Come along, have a fun night and support a very worthy cause. Nibbles will be provided, and drinks can be purchased from the bar. We will be entertained by the incredibly talented Barrenjoey High and Sydney Vocal Arts student, Sophia Julius. Tickets are only $25 – when you think that amount is one week's wages for a teacher in Soibada you can see what a difference you make! I look forward to seeing you there,

Tamara Sloper Harding OAM
President, Friends of Soibada

Date: 4th July
Place: The Green Room Avalon Beach RSL Club

Elanora Players Next production!

July 2025 Performance: The Great Divide

CAST
Barbara Hansen as Alex Whittle
Chris Richardson as Grace Delahunty
Miriam Gonzaga as Penny Poulter
Phoebe Brian as Rachel Poulter
Hans Wrang as Alan Bridger
Mike Radcliffe as Brian

PERFORMANCE DATES
Friday 11 Jul 7.30pm (Opening Night)*
Saturday 12 Jul 3pm & 7.30pm
Sunday 13 Jul 11am & 3pm
Friday 18 Jul 7.30pm
Saturday 19 Jul 1pm (note new times for last performances)
* Join us for complimentary wine and cheese after the show on Opening Night!

North Narrabeen Community Centre, 2-10 Woorarra Avenue, North Narrabeen.

TICKETS: $35, $28 concession
One complimentary ticket for bookings of 10 or more. Email admin@elanoraplayers.com.au for more info.
On sale now! 

Local photographer reveals a new wave perspective on South Curl Curl Rockpool in new exhibition 'Immersed' at Manly Library

Marion Wheeler, of Manly Vale, sets a new wave perspective with her photographic exhibition called 'Immersed' at Manly Library.

Her spectacular shots of the break crashing over camera are set to thrill visitors to this evocative show.


"It's all about timing. There's a single moment to get a single shot before nature crashes over your head," explained Marion, an award winning photographer who's been capturing the natural world.

"It was one of the most challenging projects I've ever tackled. I was fully immersed in the water with my handheld camera bearing the full brunt of the waves crashing over me to capture that elusive moment when the wave is perfectly arced, a liquid sculpture for a split second above, which then smashed over my head.

"There were moments when I wondered if I'd come out the other side in one piece. One time I was swept down the pool with the force of a 3 meter breaker - tumbling under water, breath held, goggles lost but I got the shot and wisely decided that was enough for one day."

"The shots reflect my love of the ocean, its force and form. It's the architecture of the Northern Beaches and is endlessly fascinating. I hope other locals who share my passion will enjoy the exhibition, as much as I did taking the photos."

The exhibition 'Immersed' of images of South Curl Curl Rockpool runs from 31 May - 31st July at Manly Library Creative Space, Level 1.

Marion Wheeler,' Wave Form'

Humph Hall: Upcoming Events

Humph Hall
85 Allambie Road
Allambie Heights 

Vincent Cross (US): 7pm, Friday 18th July 2025
Tickets: $25 and $15 Concession
Vincent Cross is an Irish song poet whose critically acclaimed albums draw from various traditional folk idioms and ancient myths. Born in Ireland, raised in Australia, and now residing in New York City, he has performed with renowned artists such as Glen Hansard, Odetta, Damien Rice, and The Pogues’ Ron Kavana.

Festivals include Brooklyn Folk Festival, Galway Fringe Festival (Ireland), Telmarkfestivalen (Norway), The Bitter End (NYC) The Scratcher Sessions (NYC) Monroe's, Galway, Ireland.

Bruce Watson (Vic): 7pm, Friday 25th July, 2025
Tickets: $25 and $15 Concession
Bruce Watson is an icon and longtime favourite of the Australian folk scene. His performances are joyful and thoroughly engaging, with witty lyrics and energetic presentation. He is a masterful craftsman of songs, be they evocative, heart wrenching, or side-splittingly funny.

Bruce has appeared at over 200 folk festivals as well as innumerable folk clubs and other venues across Australia, the UK and NZ. He has received a stack of prestigious songwriting awards and had his songs covered by performers of the calibre of Eric Bogle, Joe Dolce, Greg Champion, and a host of other Australian and international performers. He has been a support act for many high profile international performers.

He has produced eight albums of original songs, and received radio airplay across Australia. He appears on over 20 compilation albums alongside artists such as Yothu Yindi and Christine Anu. He has also published a book of his songs.

Eric Bogle has described him as “the best songwriter I have seen in a long time.” Melbourne folk institution The Boite calls him “An Australian folk hero!”

Modus Unearthed: 11th birthday celebrations

Saturday July 26 2025
This July, we’re throwing it back and turning it up as Modus turns 11.
Modus Unearthed is a one-day celebration of local music, cold beer, and the indie roots that made us who we are. Think laid-back arvos, high-energy sets, and a crowd of legends who’ve been with us since day one (or just jumped on board — all welcome).
To mark the occasion, we’re digging deep and bringing back a cult favourite beer for a limited re-release. If you know, you know. If you don’t... this is your chance.
Expect live music across the afternoon, great food, fresh pours, and one hell of a party vibe as we celebrate 11 years of brewing bloody good beer.

Tickets are $30pp and run from 2:30pm - 6:30pm.
Camino Gold play shortly after at 7:00pm for an additional $10.


When: Saturday July 26 2025 - from 8pm
Where: The Mona, Mona Vale (Mona Vale Hotel)
    

Join Us for a Fun Night of Trivia!

📅 Saturday 26 July 2025- 🕖 7:00pm start
At: Freshwater Brewery – 12 Powells Road, Brookvale
Get your thinking caps on and your team together for a fun-filled night of trivia, laughs, and community spirit!
Tickets here: $25 Per Person OR $200 for a table of 8
All funds raised will support the Organisation ‘One Meal’ a local not for profit that provides food relief and free weekly meals to those who need it most.

NSW SES Warringah / Pittwater Unit: Workshops for Women 2025

FREE workshops for women of all ages
A new and improved workshop for women; learn how to use power tools safely, experiment with diverting water through a leaking window frame and learn hot tips to keep your home safer during severe weather events.


Surfboat Brewery One Year Anniversary

1 Year Old - celebrate with us. Huge weekend ahead, block out your diary, bring a swag, find a spot to sleep over, this will be huge. Stay tuned for the announcements of everything that will be on from Friday afternoon 1 August until Sunday night 3 August. Memories will be made, milestones will be celebrated.
Unit 23/14 Jubilee Avenue, Warriewood.
Ph: 0452 480 137

Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour

When: Friday August 15 2025
Where: 39 Old Barrenjoey Rd, Avalon Beach NSW 2107, Australia

Brace yourself for an exhilarating showcase of female adventurers pushing boundaries and defying expectations! The 2025 Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour brings you 2½ hours of heart-pounding action and soul-stirring stories from fearless women around the globe.
This year's lineup features six extraordinary short films capturing the raw intensity of: breath-taking mountaineering expeditions in the Alps, gravity-defying mountain biking with legend Robin Goomes, subterranean exploration with world-renowned cave diver Jill Heinerth and adrenaline-pumping snowboarding and BASE jumping in the Canadian Rockies.

Experience the thrill of adventure through a diverse collection of films varying in length and style, each spotlighting remarkable women who are redefining what's possible in the adventure world.

These aren't just films—they're powerful testaments to human potential. Watch as determination transforms into achievement, as fear gives way to courage, and as ordinary women accomplish extraordinary feats.

Whether you're an experienced adventurer or someone who dreams from the comfort of your couch, these stories will ignite your spirit and inspire your next challenge. The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour offers an abundance of inspiration, regardless of age, gender, or experience level.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, celebration, and pure adventure. Tickets are selling fast—secure yours now and prepare to be inspired!

ONE NIGHT ONLY IN AVALON!

The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour is exempt from classification, but the films are suitable for all ages (none of the films include swearing or drug references).

Inaugural Murcutt Symposium 2025, 11-13 September 2025

Glenn Murcutt AO is Australia's most celebrated living architect. To mark more than five decades of architectural practice, the inaugural Murcutt Symposium offers 3 days of tours, activities and events in Sydney from 11-13 September 2025.

Murcutt will not be alone in headlining the Murcutt Symposium in 2025. Fellow Pritzker Prize winning architect and friend Francis Kéré will join Murcutt on stage over two days in Sydney - delivering a public lecture, and keynote at a one-day symposium.

Join us for a rare chance to come inside some of Murcutt's most awarded buildings on guided tours. Hear the backstory and share in tales of the design evolution from those who have lived in and loved these places.

Witness the first ever award of the Murcutt Pin, a new international award for architecture designed by Murcutt and presented at the flagship public Murcutt Oration in Sydney on Friday, 12 September.

Dive deep into the themes that have driven Murcutt and informed his unique model of practice, and his internationally awarded projects at a one-day symposium.

Join us for 3 days of tours, talks and deep dives into architecture with a meaningful connection to place.

Murcutt building tours
Thursday 11 September: 8am-5pm
This is an exceptionally rare chance to go inside the iconic Nicholas House (Mount Irvine) and Simpson Lee House (Mount Wilson), with Glenn Murcutt AO as your guide. 
Lunch provided. Vigorous walking involved. Numbers strictly limited.

Friday 12 September: 1.30pm-5pm
Come inside an early Murcutt house in Cromer, north of Sydney, that has been described as "a hidden masterpiece in the suburbs" - given a new life by architect Matt Chan, in consultation with Glenn Murcutt.
Vigorous walking involved. Numbers strictly limited.

Murcutt Oration 
Friday 12 September 2025: 6pm-8pm
Award of the inaugural Murcutt Pin, and Murcutt Oration 
The inaugural Murcutt Oration will be delivered by Francis Kéré, laureate of the Pritzker Prize (2022) and Praemium Imperiale (2023) - widely recognised as one of the worlds leading architects.

Murcutt Symposium 
Saturday 13 September 2025: 9am-5pm
Join us for a deep dive into the themes behind Murcutt's work (3 hours Formal CPD, 2 hours informal CPD):

In-conversation - Glenn Murcutt AO and Francis Kéré
Hear these two eminent Pritzker Prize winning architects and warm friends engage in conversation on events and experiences that have shaped their personal lives and their practice over decades. 

Keynote - Piers Taylor (UK)
Piers Taylor is the founder and principal of the highly awarded Invisible Studio, and Professor of Knowledge Exchange in Architecture at UWE; founding 2 renowned academic programs: ‘Studio in the Woods’ and 'AA Design and Make'. Both engage students in hands-on design and construction. Piers Taylor originally studied in Australia and currently lives in a prototypical self built award winning house in the UK and manages a 100 acre woodland as a research resource for the practice.

Healthy buildings breathe - Lindsay Clare, Ché Wall, Kerry Clare, Rod Simpson
Buildings that breathe and have good natural ventilation are now event more critical in a changing climate. Are our current planning and building regulatory settings match-fit? Three eminent practitioners question the current state of play at the intersection of architecture, environmental science and emerging building regulation. 

Design for climate/Design for change - Carol Marra, Marra + Yeh
Carol Marra is an award-winning architect and Churchill Fellow specialising in sustainable and climate-resilient design. For over 25 years, her architecture, advocacy and research have guided the success of city-based and regional projects. Awarded an Alastair Swayn Strategic Research grant, her practice recently released Design for Climate | Design for Change, a toolkit for climate-resilient design. Originally from Argentina but trained in the United States, Carol has worked across cultural landscapes from North America, Australia and the Asia Pacific region, in urban, regional and remote locations.

The Murcutt legacy - celebrated documentary film maker Catherine Hunter shares footage from 30 years following Glenn Murcutt AO.
Catherine Hunter has followed and documented the work of celebrated architect Glenn Murcutt for more than thirty years and collaborated on a number of film projects. Share in Murcutt's warmth, humanity and skill in pursuit of an architectural vision that always seeks to respond to place and provide delight.

Contributors
Glenn Murcutt AO, Australia
Francis Kéré, Germany/Burkina Faso
Piers Taylor, UK
Brit Andresen, Australia
Kerry Clare, Australia
Lindsay Clare, Australia
Ché Wall, Australia
Richard Leplastrier AO, Australia
Peter Stutchbury, Australia
Carol Marra, Australia  

Tickets are designed for you to choose one or more events, including ticket packages if you can't decide. 
The 2025 Murcutt Symposium is supported by the Robin Boyd Foundation and National Gallery of Victoria; Sydney Design Week (thanks to the Powerhouse); and the Futuna Chapel Trust (NZ). 

This event is presented in partnership with the State Library of New South Wales.

AvPals 25th Year: Term Two Newport Sessions

You can book in and pay for sessions at Newport via the AvPals shop.

Please note the first session for Term Two, 'Outsmart the Hackers' to be held this coming Tuesday, May 6, 1.30 to 3pm, is a Free, all welcome and no booking required session.

Avalon Computer Pals (AVPALS) helps seniors learn and improve their computer and technology skills. Avpals is a not for profit organisation run by volunteers. Since 2000, we have helped thousands of seniors from complete beginners to people who need to improve or update their skills. We offer “one to one” personal tuition or special short courses. 

Small class workshops are run at the Newport Community Centre on Tuesday afternoons.

One-to-one training is provided at our rooms in Avalon, under the Maria Regina Catholic Church, 7 Central Road, Avalon.

Join us in learning 'how to' in our 25th year!

The AvPals shop for Newport short sessions is HERE
The rest of this terms workshop offerings are:

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

Phone: 9974 4079
Visit us to celebrate the relaunch of Palm Beach Golf Club!

We are pleased to announce that the Restaurant & Club will reopen on Tuesday 2nd June. Phillip Martin, former owner and chef of Avalon institution Starfish, has joined our team and will be cooking up a storm. Open the link to see our new menus.

Sit back and enjoy the familiar view of the Pittwater with our new food and drinks menu. Its been a hard year and we've been missing our regulars, so book a table and raise a glass to our health care workers and health officers who guided us during the pandemic. 

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

Palm Beach Markets: 

4th Sunday of the month, 9am to 3pm.

The Palm Beach Market has been operating since 2008. As Palm Beach is the most northerly part of Sydney, every weekend tourists and locals alike stream north attracted by Palm Beach’s idyllic setting and its ‘destination’ status with the market trading all year round.

The market offers customers a wider choice of products to peruse to add to the current high quality homewares, fashion and jewellery. Buy a loaf of fresh bread, grab some French cheese or take home some famous Pho Bay Vietnamese soup and as always a great coffee. Buskers and Hair Feathers also available.

At: Governor Phillip Park, Palm Beach

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.org

Tickets: $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.

Event by Australian Boating College Sydney
Where: Newport Royal Motor Yacht Club
Dates; October through December 2024

Are you tired of constantly relying on someone else to drive the boat?

With the Australian Boating College Sydney, you can captain your own adventure and get your Boat or Jet Ski Licence all in ONE DAY.

Our course covers all RMS requirements. It includes:
  • • Boat and/or Jet Ski Licence Theory Session
  • • Multiple Choice Exam
  • • On-Water Practical Training in our dedicated training vessels - yes, you get to drive a boat!
  • • No further tests and NO LOGBOOK REQUIRED!
Complete the course and take the paperwork into Service NSW, pay your licence fee, and away you go with your Boat or Jet ski licence - EASY AS ABC!
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👉 Book online at https://abcboating.com/book/
📱 1800 453 886

Hansa Class Worlds 2025 at RPAYC 

The Notice of Race for the 2025 Hansa Class World and International Championships has been released. The regatta will take place at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club from March 23rd to 30th 2025. 

The RPAYC and Hansa Worlds look forward to welcoming sailors in the Hansa 2.3, 303 singles and doubles, Liberty and SKUD18 to Pittwater in Sydney, Australia. The NOR can be found on the event website at - https://hansaworlds.org/entry/ 

The Hansa World Class encourage sailors planning to attend to complete the EOI on the same website page.

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.
When: Tours will run every Sunday from Sunday 15 May 2022 to Sunday 25 June 2023. Tour times: 11am to 11.30am, 12pm to 12.30pm, 1pm to 1.30pm, 2pm to 2.30pm and 3pm to 3.30pm.
Tours will not run on: Christmas Day - Sunday 25 December 2022 or New years Day - Sunday 1 January 2023.
Price: Adult $10 per person. Concession $8 per person. Child $5 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults need to book and pay. 
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.


Mona Vale Library

Storytime for preschoolers
Held every Wednesday morning at Avalon Library 10:30am - 11am

Avalon Library Storytime is held every Wednesday morning from 10.30am at the Library. Hear stories, listen to music and enjoy craft activities. Sessions run for between 30 and 40 minutes. Suitable for preschoolers, 3 to 5 years of age.
Venue:  59A Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon (above the Recreation Centre). Cost: Free however bookings are essential. Bookings: Phone:  9918 3013 or email avalonlibrary@ozemail.com.au

Storytime at Mona Vale Library 
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Mornings, 10- 10.45am

Mona Vale Library Storytime is held three mornings per week during school terms. Hear stories, sing songs and enjoy craft activities.  Sessions run for approximately 45 minutes. Suitable for preschoolers, 3 to 5 years of age. Venue:  Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St, Mona Vale. Cost:  Free. No bookings required 

To List your Event email pittwateronlinenews@live.com.au 

NB: Only 100% volunteer clubs and organisations and small businesses that contribute to our community get a free listing

NB: please check with all venues to ensure events are going ahead.

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