New Strategic Reference Groups give residents an opportunity to shape the future of the Northern Beaches
12 August 2016: Northern Beaches Council Media Release
Northern Beaches Council has announced an initiative for residents and community groups to contribute to the future of the Northern Beaches.
Eleven Strategic Reference Groups (SRGs) will be established along three main themes – economic, environment and social.
Council aims to include a diversity of members and ensure geographical coverage of the region. Each SRG will comprise of 10 people from the five new wards, as well as five others from across the broader Council region. Their input will help develop the draft Community Strategic Plan.
Anyone from the community can apply including nominated members of community groups, businesses or individual members of the wider community.
Applicants will be asked to demonstrate their relevant experience, ability to contribute and their expertise for the SRG.
Visit Strategic Reference Groups for the list of SRGs and information on applying.
Strategic Reference Groups
The new Strategic Reference Groups (SRGs) are aligned to the Local Representation Committee priorities and will help shape the draft Community Strategic Plan. The SRGs replace the role of the previous formal special interest committees across the former council areas.
The SRGs will be a collective voice to provide input to the development of the vision and priorities for the draft Community Strategic Plan. The SRGs will meet twice during 2016 and three times in 2017.
The Strategic Reference Groups are listed below. Read the Terms ofReference for the Strategic Working Groups (PDF: 91.4kb).
Register your interest now in joining a strategic reference group.
N.B.: Community Groups across the region are encouraged to register with Council. Registration is required to apply for an SRG Position on behalf of a Community Group, and you can complete registration of the group as part of your SRG Application. Registered community groups will received regular updates from Council detailing engagement opportunities across the region. Community Groups can complete a separate registration form onwww.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
Enquiries will be received by Governance on 9942 2111
The Expression of Interest process is open from 13 August 2016 until 4 September.
Selection will be merit based and appointments determined by a panel.
Meetings will be on Thursday evenings from 5pm and held in various venues including; Mona Vale, Narrabeen, Dee Why and Manly.
The first meeting will be on Thursday, 22 September 2016 from 5-7pm
There will be one more meeting before December 2016 and three (3) meetings between February and June 2017.
If you do not intend to complete your application in one session make sure that you save your application by pressing the save and continue link at the top of the screen in the online application form.
Community Groups
The Northern Beaches has many community groups that strengthen our community and enhance the well-being of residents.
Council maintains a register of these community groups to ensure closer links are developed between Council and its community. The Register of Community Groups aids communication and is also another way by which the community can be informed about the existence of these groups.
Members of registered community groups are eligible for membership of Council's Strategic Reference Groups.
The Community Groups application form will be available soon.
Economic Strategic Reference Groups
1. Affordable Housing Reference Group
2. Economic Development and Tourism Reference Group
3. Place Making Reference Group
Environment Strategic Reference Groups
4. Natural Environment Reference Group
5. Waste and Recovery Management Reference Group
6. Sustainable Transport Reference Group
Social Strategic Reference Groups
7. Art, Culture and Heritage Reference Group
8. Community Safety Reference Group
9. Inclusive Communities Reference Group
10. Open Space and Recreation Reference Group
11. Northern Beaches Youth Reference Group
Global Call For BloodDonors Of The Future
Tuesday August 16, 2016: Australian Red Cross Blood Service
Every 24 seconds, an Australian makes a lifesaving blood donation.
Blood donation saves lives. But the Australian Red Cross Blood Service is this week uniting with blood donor organisations across 21 countries to highlight an almost 30% international drop in people becoming blood donors compared to a decade ago.
In a survey for the Missing Type campaign launching today, participating blood services reported the number of people becoming donors and giving blood for the first time was 1,830,003 in 2005 and 1,324,980 in 2015 – a drop of 27.6% in 2015 compared to 2005.
The campaign brings together 25 blood services from 21 countries covering one billion of the world’s population who are each calling for new donors to ensure blood donation for future generations.
In Australia there is a particular need for 100,000 new donors this financial year to help service the growing need for plasma-based medicines that thousands of Australian patients depend on for quality of life.
Key barriers to people coming forward to donate that were identified by blood services around the world include:
- increasing urbanisation
- wider and more exotic travel
- people have less time to give in an increasingly busy and digital world
- lack of awareness about the need for more diverse blood donors
- a rise in the popularity of tattoos
Throughout the campaign the letters of the main blood groups – A, B and O - will disappear from everyday and iconic brands such as Qantas, NAB, Coles, the Sydney Opera House, Byron Bay Cookie Co, Australia Post, and Surf Life Saving NSW.
Blood Service Chief Executive Shelly Park said blood transfusions saved lives and transformed health for millions across the world.
“But they are dependent on people donating blood,” she said, “whether it is patients receiving treatment for cancer, blood disorders, after accidents or during surgery, or new mums who lost blood in childbirth, blood is an absolutely essential part of modern healthcare.”
“We really hope that those Australians who can will be inspired by the Missing Type campaign to become blood donors.”
Pledge to become a new donor
FUN FACTS
- In the time it takes for a Qantas A380 to take off, 3 blood donations will be required;
- In the time it takes the average family to do their shopping at Coles, 100 blood donations will be required;
- In the time it takes for an Opera to be performed at the Sydney Opera House 450 blood donations will be required;
- In the time it takes to withdraw cash from a NAB ATM, 3 blood donations will be required;
- In the time it takes to bake a batch of the world’s best biscuits at Byron Bay Cookie Company, 43 blood donations will be required;
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter Update 14/8/2016
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To contact Julian: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
Wet Weather Sailors Gear Needed For Kiribati
Selena Griffith reported this week that many people responded to her call out for books and pencils and gear for Kiribati students. Many thanks especially to Lane Cove West and Greenwich Primary Schools whose students contributed around half a pallet of great books for their fellow youngsters in this beautiful island.
Books from Lane Cove West and Greenwich schools
There is still a small gap though – a callout to all local sailors who may have some old sailing gear they are replacing for the upcoming season, could you please donate your old stuff to those who could make good use of it in Kiribati. At least 10 are needed for the fishing people in Kiribati. If anyone has some they are replacing, or don’t need anymore, could they please get in contact with Selena – what has been contributed will be sent over late September and we don’t miss that boat!
Please contact Selena on
Email: selena.griffith@unsw.edu.au or phone: 0481 000 369
Read some of Selena's students report on an earlier 2016 visit to this paradise in Issue 259
Car Art: Frogs Fundraiser
Would anyone be interested in this froggie for their car?
I will DONATE ALL PROFITS after cost to the fund raising campaign that Lynleigh Greig is organising for a Sydney Wildlife Mobile Clinic. I shall make a note of those interested and get back to each of you. Would you pay $8 for one of them with free postage? They are waterproof and I think they are a great eye catcher for wildlife. Please let me know your thoughts even if you pm me.
Waiting on size. Many thanks for your time.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE****THEY WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE FOR 1 MONTH AND ORDERS WILL CEASE ON THE 14th SEPTEMBER 2016.
Jillian Mitchell-Jones
Join The Pittwater Artists Trail
Applications are now open for Trail membership in 2017.
The Pittwater Artists Trail is an alliance of artists who collectively open their studios to the public on the first full weekend of each season creating a Trail for art lovers.
Visitors can engage with the artists, see how they work and what inspires them, buy beautiful, original artworks or perhaps enrol in one of the courses offered by a number of artists on the Trail.
The inaugural Open Studio weekend was held in 2011 and the Pittwater Artists Trail has been going from strength to strength ever since.
The Pittwater Artists Trail currently holds three open studio events each year on the first full weekend of March, September and December.
A group exhibition is held on the first weekend of June.
If you are an artist who lives in Pittwater, have visited the Trail and would like to apply to join please read the charter which provides all the details of the Trail and membership.
Applications close mid September.
Above: Pittwater Artists Trail Winter Exhibition – photo by A J Guesdon
Whale Beach Surf Club Management Committee For 2016-17
President - Andrew PearceTreasurer - Jon Pratten
Secretary - Kieran Gallagher
Immediate Past President - Phil Schmidt
Club Captain - Lara Boyle
Vice President - Sally Collier
Chief Instructor - Georgia Roberts
Competition Secretary - Floyd Higgins
Marketing Officer - Ellie Keft
Property Officer - Danny Ryan
Junior Activities - Sue Kearney
Sydney Wildlife Mobile Clinic Fundraiser
Sunday October 9th, 2016: 12-4pm
'Coomalong' - 8 Lentara Road, Bayview
Tickets $50.51 Available here
Only a Limited number of tickets available for this event
Sydney Wildlife’s goal is to establish a Wildlife Mobile Clinic which will provide treatment to injured or sick wildlife, whilst taking the pressure off our local veterinarians. But we need your help to fund it!
With your help, we are aiming to raise $50,000 towards buying the van. With a sponsored clinic, we would be able to provide all medical equipment and medical supplies to our volunteer veterinarians, thereby reducing costs to their own veterinary clinics. We would also be providing free training to veterinary students who are always desperate to learn how to treat our wild critters.
Kayleigh Greig will be presenting; Joan Reid and Dr David Ward will be speaking. Sensational Auction items!
Coomalong View
Pittwater Regatta Returns To RPAYC
The Pittwater Regatta incorporating the IRC interclub challenge. The event is scheduled for the October Long weekend 1 & 2, 2016 and all boats are invited to participate that meet the eligibility requirements, including Australian Sailing Special Regulations Cat 4 and Valid 2016 IRC certificate for those representing clubs as a team or individual competitor.During the 2 days, it is intended that competition with IRC rated boats will include 3 or 4 short windward/leeward courses (about 1 hour each) and a 2 hour triangle course. PHS boats courses will include windward/leeward with passage course formats.
The Pittwater Regatta IRC interclub challenge is open to all IRC rated yachts with a valid 2016 TCF rating within the band 1.05 to 1.25 and Club representative boat teams will be formed from that rating band.
A separate PHS division(s) will be provided for non IRC rated yachts. Yachts with an IRC rating but are not part of a club team are also welcome to compete. Three boats per team, all boats will compete under the same division (if divisions are formed).
RPAYC will provide free berthing for all visiting competitors, from Friday to Monday and there will be a social program Friday Welcome, Saturday evening Cocktail Party and Sunday Presentation.
The Notice of Race is here and can also be downloaded from the eventwebsite together with the online entry system.
We would be very pleased to have your expression of interest to enter a team(s) for your club, or to answer any questions you may have, please contact the RPAYC Sailing Office at sailing@rpayc.com.au
Manly Artist Seeking Plastic Bottle Caps For Children’s Mural
August 11, 2016
Eco Artist and Designer Angela Van Boxtel is asking for your bottle tops and caps:
“I'm working on a large 15 metre mural for the Children's Festival in North Sydney. I’m collecting bottle caps for this project, so please save them for me if you use them or find them on the streets or our beaches.
You also can put a bucket at your local coffeeshop or at your school. Any plastic lid is welcome as long as it has a flat back. All sizes lids are welcome, not only those from drink bottles and milk but also, for example, those used in peanut butter jars."
Needed by 15 October, 2016
Visit: www.angelavanboxtel.com
Profile of the Week, Issue 276, Avalon Boomerang Bags will receive them:
Can everybody please collect any bottle tops found while cleaning up our beaches. Drop them off at our weekly workshop:
11.30-5 every Tuesday at Avalon recreation center.
Might be also a good chance to grab a cup of tea and see what we do!
Fun Day Fridays
Residents can have fun and get active this winter at Mona Vale and Avalon at the FREE Fun Day Friday series. Venture down to our gorgeous parks and find loads of fun sports equipment to play with!
Enjoy Soccer, Frisbees, Hula Hoops, Giant Games, Outdoor Libraries and Fitness Demos
Every Friday, 11am – 3 pm, until 26 August 2016.
Download the Enliven App for the full Fun Day Fridays program.
Venues: Village Park, Mona Vale & Dunbar Park, Avalon (Wet weather room available at the Mona Vale Memorial Hall and at the Avalon Rec Centre)
This is an Enliven initiative - aiming to increase vibrancy in our towns and villages through innovative activations to strengthen the social, cultural and economic dynamic across our region
More information: Call 9970 1247
Website: www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/events
Front Page Issue 276 Holding in First, Historic Winners, Awardee Grinners, A Tribute, An Invitation and A Plan to Keep it Clean.
Bernard Farrelly - A Community Tribute
Jason Waterhouse - Lisa Darmanin Hold On To Position 1 In Rio 2016 Olympics: Heats 1-9
Women's Rugby Sevens Gold Medal Historic Step Forward Started At Narrabeen
Aquatics: Surf Life Saving NSW 2015-2016 Awards of Excellence
Reflections by George Repin: A MISCELLANY OF FLOWER IMAGES - a wonderful array of blooms from around the world - pure inspiration for Spring!
LONGBOARD AND LOGGER CHAMPIONS CROWNED: AUSTRALIAN SURF FESTIVAL 2016 - by Surfing NSW - photos by Ethan Smith
Pictures: Bernard Farrelly - A Tribute: 24 Words/25 Pictures
Park Bench Philosopher: Put on your sailing shoes: the 2016-2017 sailing and boating season on Pittwater
Pittwater Artists Trail Spring Open Studios Weekend 2016: 10am to 5pm on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September featuring a 'crab-off' this Spring with a dinner for 2 to be won!
Profile: Avalon Boomerang Bag - Avalon Boomerang Bags is a bag-share initiative involving the installation of a number of ‘Boomerang Bag’ boxes throughout any given business district, shopping centre, street or market. Each box is stocked with re-useable bags for customers to borrow if they have forgotten to bring their own.
History: Pittwater Heroes and Heroines I: Sir Herbert Henry Schlink transformed the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital from a small unit of some 600 beds to a great city hospital of over 1400 beds, founded the King George V Hospital Memorial Hospital for Mothers and Babies, pioneered the use of cobalt ray therapy in treating pelvic cancer and instigated the systematic follow-up of cancer patients - when he wanted peace he came here - to Careel Bay
Artist of the Month: August 2016 Michael Kitching - Award Wining Australian Artist - Painter and Sculptor
Rockfall at North Head
August 10 at 1:06pm: NSW Maritime
Earlier this morning Todd Adamson, one of our Boating Safety Officers, saw this rockfall at North Head (300 metres west of Fairfax Lookout).
Given the area now appears to be quite dangerous and unstable, we're advising boaters and fishers to stay away from the area.
Sydney Wildlife Mobile Clinic Fundraiser
Sunday October 9th, 2016: 12-4pm
'Coomalong' - 8 Lentara Road, Bayview
Tickets $50.51 Available here
Only a Limited number of tickets available for this event
Sydney Wildlife’s goal is to establish a Wildlife Mobile Clinic which will provide treatment to injured or sick wildlife, whilst taking the pressure off our local veterinarians. But we need your help to fund it!
With your help, we are aiming to raise $50,000 towards buying the van. With a sponsored clinic, we would be able to provide all medical equipment and medical supplies to our volunteer veterinarians, thereby reducing costs to their own veterinary clinics. We would also be providing free training to veterinary students who are always desperate to learn how to treat our wild critters.
Kayleigh Greig will be presenting; Joan Reid and Dr David Ward will be speaking. Sensational Auction items!
Coomalong View
Pittwater Regatta returns to RPAYC
The Pittwater Regatta incorporating the IRC interclub challenge. The event is scheduled for the October Long weekend 1 & 2, 2016 and all boats are invited to participate that meet the eligibility requirements, including Australian Sailing Special Regulations Cat 4 and Valid 2016 IRC certificate for those representing clubs as a team or individual competitor.During the 2 days, it is intended that competition with IRC rated boats will include 3 or 4 short windward/leeward courses (about 1 hour each) and a 2 hour triangle course. PHS boats courses will include windward/leeward with passage course formats.
The Pittwater Regatta IRC interclub challenge is open to all IRC rated yachts with a valid 2016 TCF rating within the band 1.05 to 1.25 and Club representative boat teams will be formed from that rating band.
A separate PHS division(s) will be provided for non IRC rated yachts. Yachts with an IRC rating but are not part of a club team are also welcome to compete. Three boats per team, all boats will compete under the same division (if divisions are formed).
RPAYC will provide free berthing for all visiting competitors, from Friday to Monday and there will be a social program Friday Welcome, Saturday evening Cocktail Party and Sunday Presentation.
The Notice of Race is here and can also be downloaded from the event website together with the online entry system.
We would be very pleased to have your expression of interest to enter a team(s) for your club, or to answer any questions you may have, please contact the RPAYC Sailing Office at sailing@rpayc.com.au
Manly Artist Seeking Plastic Bottle Caps for Children’s Mural
August 11, 2016
Eco Artist and Designer Angela Van Boxtel is asking for your bottle tops and caps:
“I'm working on a large 15 metre mural for the Children's Festival in North Sydney. I’m collecting bottle caps for this project, so please save them for me if you use them or find them on the streets or our beaches.
You also can put a bucket at your local coffeeshop or at your school. Any plastic lid is welcome as long as it has a flat back. All sizes lids are welcome, not only those from drink bottles and milk but also, for example, those used in peanut butter jars."
Needed by 15 October, 2016
Visit: www.angelavanboxtel.com
Profile of the Week, Issue 276, Avalon Boomerang Bags will receive them:
Can everybody please collect any bottle tops found while cleaning up our beaches. Drop them off at our weekly workshop:
11.30-5 every Tuesday at Avalon recreation center.
Might be also a good chance to grab a cup of tea and see what we do!
Fun Day Fridays
Residents can have fun and get active this winter at Mona Vale and Avalon at the FREE Fun Day Friday series. Venture down to our gorgeous parks and find loads of fun sports equipment to play with!
Enjoy Soccer, Frisbees, Hula Hoops, Giant Games, Outdoor Libraries and Fitness Demos
Every Friday, 11am – 3 pm, until 26 August 2016.
Download the Enliven App for the full Fun Day Fridays program.
Venues: Village Park, Mona Vale & Dunbar Park, Avalon (Wet weather room available at the Mona Vale Memorial Hall and at the Avalon Rec Centre)
This is an Enliven initiative - aiming to increase vibrancy in our towns and villages through innovative activations to strengthen the social, cultural and economic dynamic across our region
More information: Call 9970 1247
Website: www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/events
Soup For Soibada - Fundraising social evening to warm your soul
Friday, August 19 at 6:30 PM - 11 PM
Maria Regina Church Hall, Central Rd Avalon Beach
Enjoy the community spirit, warm soup and live music as we raise funds for education projects in Soibada!
Entry is by donation at the door!
A variety of soups will be served with crusty bread!
Hear the latest news from our July trip to the village!
Bei Loon Dragon Boat recruitment
Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club paddles out of Rowland Reserve, Bayview and is looking for new adult paddlers to come and try out.Dragon Boat racing has an ancient tradition, but is now a rapidly developing sporting activity both in Australia and Internationally.
There are over 60 Clubs and 3,300 competitors in the State of NSW alone, and Bei Loon has consistently been a top 3 NSW Club in terms of our membership which has averaged well in excess of 100 paddlers.
Whilst we strive to maintain our outstanding competitive record, we wish to balance that objective with the desire to provide an enjoyable, friendly environment where all paddlers feel proud to be members of the Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club.
We train hard, race hard and have a lot of fun doing it.
Info. is available on our website www.beiloon.com.au
George Webster
Secretary
Bei Loon DB Club
In support of Lifeline Northern Beaches & Queenscliff Surf Lifesaving Club
On Saturday 8 October 2016, we are holding an event to support two much-loved community groups: Lifeline Northern Beaches and Queenscliff Surf Lifesaving Club. United by their commitment to supporting the people of the Northern Beaches, these two organisations provide safety, strength and protection – just like the breakwater provides a safe harbour from the waves.
Please join us for a night to remember and to help these organisations do what they do best: change lives for the better.
Proudly Supporting
Lifeline Northern Beaches
As part of the national Lifeline network, LLNB plays a crucial role providing phone counseling and suicide prevention services to those in crisis. LLNB has served the Northern Beaches for over 40 years, and operate with the support of around 600 dedicated volunteers. www.lifelinenb.org.au
Queenscliff Surf Lifesaving Club
Affectionately known as ‘Queensie’, the QSLSC has been providing surf lifesaving services to the local community since 1924. As well as providing valuable volunteer patrols, the club encourages people of all ages to live active, healthy lives through its social and team-based activities. www.queensie.com
Proud Sponsors
• Northern Beaches Credit Union
• Audrey Wilkinson Winery
• Saltwater Collective
• Nuance Communications
Speaker
We are delighted to announce that the amazing Layne Beachley AO has volunteered as Master of Ceremonies for the Breakwater Ball. Hailing from Manly, Layne is a Northern Beaches local we all respect and admire – for her incredible surfing achievements, but also her resilience, dedication, spirit and strength.
Auction
On the night, we will be hosting both a silent and a live auction, with a host of fantastic items to bid on. From signed surfboards to decadent wine deliveries, you’ll have plenty of chances to treat yourself or your loved ones – and the best bit? It’s all for a great cause.
Location
The Breakwater Ball will be held at International College of Management, Sydney – one of the city’s most breathtaking venues. Perched on Manly's North Head with sweeping views of the Northern Beaches, the venue will provide a stunning setting for an unforgettable night.
Ticket Information
Purchase your tickets online now! $185 per person or $1,750 for a table of 10, which includes a three-course dinner, all wines, beer, soft drink and entertainment.
Dress Code: Black Tie.
WHEN: Saturday, 8 October 2016 from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
WHERE: International College of Management, Sydney - 151 Darley Road, Manly
Tickets $185 – $1,750 (TABLE OF 10) Buy Tickets HERE
Northern Beaches Music Festival 2016
October 21 – October 23Collaroy Beach
FREE
The Northern Beaches Music Festival is an annual not-for-profit community based music festival that has been successfully operating for the last five years. It has been created and operated through the amalgamation of four not-for-profit music and folk clubs on the northern beaches: The Shack Narrabeen, Fairlight Folk, Humph Hall Allambie and The Fig Manly. The common aim for the festival is to provide the infrastructure and opportunities for musicians and other performing artists to play to an appreciative audience. We are all about supporting live music!
The benefit to community through our festival is multi- faceted as it connects, involves and includes local musicians including young up and coming artists, national and international performing artists, community groups such as surf clubs, disability groups, local schools, TAFE and their students, Rotary, indigenous and other multi-cultural groups. We celebrate the richness of multi- cultural food, music, dance and customs, creating an opportunity to unite and bring together our whole community in a positive, fun, cross-generational and creative way.
The festival has been historically funded through fundraising, sponsorship and ticketing. From our successful experience last year, it became apparent that a totally free festival would be far more beneficial and far more inclusive. For this reason we have sought grants, sponsorship and crowd-funding so that we can provide all of the necessary festival infrastructure (stages, promotions, insurance, security etc.) and pay the artists.
Applications to perform are now being received via the website until Wednesday 31st August. Applicants will be notified of the result early September.
Pet of the Week
Truffle
AGE/SEX: 10 years / M
BREED: Maltese x
Truffle has become a snuggly little boy with a sweet inquisitive nature. We don't think he had much handling or affection in the past. He is social with other dogs. He was very neglected when he came from the pound with sore ears and bad teeth. He has now had a dental and is feeling much brighter. He has a non-shedding coat and weighs 4.4kg. 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 call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners Seeking Permanent Premises
The great and fun group of Artisans and beginners known as the Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners are seeking a suitable block of land they may place a shed on to establish permanent premises for their workshop and Meetings.If you are or know of someone or something that may be suitable, please contact their President, Jack Butler:
Visitors and New Members Welcome
See a woodturning demonstration by one of our members or a visitor from other clubs
Visitors and new members are welcome
Cost is $5 for morning tea and lunch
Contact us for more information
President: Jack Butler Phone: 02 9999 4290
Email: johnbutler1@optusnet.com.au
Website: www.snbwoodturners.com
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment August Forum
Blackout Narrabeen - building resilience: 7pm Monday August 22, 2016
At: Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen. Michael Furey will outline what the future threats are to our power supplies and the ways in which we can build resilience by acting now. There will be an explanation of the actions being taken already in the Sydney area. After supper we will hold a brief Annual General Meeting.
Entry free but a donation is requested to cover expenses
Email: Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment to get a ticket and book a place.
Narrabeen Spring Celebration: our catchment comes alive
Something really big is coming our way!
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment’s inaugural Spring Celebration will feature two weeks of activities showcasing the many community, cultural and sporting groups based in this beautiful part of Sydney. Over 40 events will take place, including bushwalks, kayaking events, a live family show, an art display, fitness training, a replica aircraft display, Tai Chi demonstrations, a plant identification walk, a display of rare Aboriginal artefacts, the “Shark Bus” and more. The Narrabeen Spring Celebration will start on Saturday September 24 with a walk from Manly to Palm Beach along the Bicentennial Trail, organised by NSW National Parks Association, and finish with a Dragon Boat Racing Give-it-a-Go Day on Sunday October 9.
The dates coincide with the school holidays. The Celebration is being supported by the Northern Beaches Council and a large number of the community and sporting groups based in this beautiful part of Sydney.
“We want to demonstrate that Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment has more to offer than just the lagoon and a beach” said Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment President Judith Bennett.
“The Catchment is bounded by Mona Vale Road, Forest Way and Warringah Rd and half is natural bushland. It contains over 430 registered Aboriginal sites which are indicative of important landscapes and areas of ceremonial significance. But only a third of the bushland is protected in Garigal National Park. There is an urgent need to protect this bushland from urban development and we hope our Narrabeen Spring Celebration will draw attention to that”.
There is still an opportunity for community and sporting groups to be part of the Narrabeen Spring Celebration. Email the Celebration Co-ordinator Tony Carr at tonycarr@ozemail.com.au or phone 0417 502 056.
Friends now has over 1,400 members and supporters and conducts quarterly public forums, catchment walks and eco-paddles and lobbies for protection of the remaining bushland.
For more information contact:
Judith Bennett
President
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Inc
(02) 9905-2135
Photo: Give-it-a-go: Dragon Boat racing on Narrabeen Lagoon, as part of the Narrabeen Spring Celebration - Sunday October
Bushcare in Pittwater
For further information or to confirm the meeting details for below groups, please contact Council's Bushcare Officer on 9970 1367
BUSHCARE SCHEDULES
Where we work Which day What time
Avalon
Angophora Reserve 3rd Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Dunes 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Golf Course 2nd Wednesday 3 - 5:30pm
Careel Creek 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Toongari Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon (8 - 11am in summer)
Bangalley Headland 2nd Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bayview
Winnererremy Bay 4th Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bilgola
North Bilgola Beach 3rd Monday 9 - 12noon
Algona Reserve 1st Saturday 9 - 12noon
Plateau Park 1st Friday 8:30 - 11:30am
Church Point
Browns Bay Reserve 1st Tuesday 9 - 12noon
McCarrs Creek Reserve Contact Bushcare Officer To be confirmed
Clareville
Old Wharf Reserve 3rd Saturday 8 - 11am
Elanora
Kundibah Reserve 4th Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Mona Vale
Mona Vale Beach Basin 1st Saturday 8 - 11am
Mona Vale Dunes 2nd Saturday+3rd Thursday 8:30 - 11:30am
Newport
Bungan Beach 4th Sunday 9 - 12noon
Crescent Reserve 3rd Sunday 9 - 12noon
North Newport Beach 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Porter Reserve 2nd Saturday 8 - 11am
North Narrabeen
Irrawong Reserve 3rd Saturday 2 - 5pm
Palm Beach
North Palm Beach Dunes 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon
Scotland Island
Catherine Park 2nd Sunday 10 - 12:30pm
Elizabeth Park 1st Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Pathilda Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Warriewood
Warriewood Wetlands 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Whale Beach
Norma Park 1st Friday 9 - 12noon
Western Foreshores
Coopers Point, Elvina Bay 2nd Sunday 10 - 1pm
Rocky Point, Elvina Bay 1st Monday 9 - 12noon
Where we work Which day What time
Avalon
Angophora Reserve 3rd Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Dunes 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Golf Course 2nd Wednesday 3 - 5:30pm
Careel Creek 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Toongari Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon (8 - 11am in summer)
Bangalley Headland 2nd Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bayview
Winnererremy Bay 4th Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bilgola
North Bilgola Beach 3rd Monday 9 - 12noon
Algona Reserve 1st Saturday 9 - 12noon
Plateau Park 1st Friday 8:30 - 11:30am
Church Point
Browns Bay Reserve 1st Tuesday 9 - 12noon
McCarrs Creek Reserve Contact Bushcare Officer To be confirmed
Clareville
Old Wharf Reserve 3rd Saturday 8 - 11am
Elanora
Kundibah Reserve 4th Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Mona Vale
Mona Vale Beach Basin 1st Saturday 8 - 11am
Mona Vale Dunes 2nd Saturday+3rd Thursday 8:30 - 11:30am
Newport
Bungan Beach 4th Sunday 9 - 12noon
Crescent Reserve 3rd Sunday 9 - 12noon
North Newport Beach 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Porter Reserve 2nd Saturday 8 - 11am
North Narrabeen
Irrawong Reserve 3rd Saturday 2 - 5pm
Palm Beach
North Palm Beach Dunes 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon
Scotland Island
Catherine Park 2nd Sunday 10 - 12:30pm
Elizabeth Park 1st Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Pathilda Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Warriewood
Warriewood Wetlands 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Whale Beach
Norma Park 1st Friday 9 - 12noon
Western Foreshores
Coopers Point, Elvina Bay 2nd Sunday 10 - 1pm
Rocky Point, Elvina Bay 1st Monday 9 - 12noon
Avalon Boomerang Bags 2016 Workshops
Boomerang Bag Working Bees run in Avalon Community Centre on Tuesdays 11:30am- 5pm.
For those of you unable to come to workshops there are many other ways to get involved, just let us know you're willing by leaving a comment or sending us a message.
Pictured is a Boomerang Bag Box now provided around Avalon Shopping area full of our Boomerang Bags to "Borrow and Bring Back"
Donations of materials and more hands always welcome
Artists and sculptors sought for Wildflower Garden Festival
From Ku-ring-gai CouncilUp to $5000 in cash prizes are on offer to artists and sculptors who can create sustainable artworks for a sculpture walk at the Wildflower Garden Festival in August.
This year’s Festival will be held on Sunday 28 August from 9am to 4pm at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives.
After the success of the inaugural sculpture walk in Ku-ring-gai Council’s Wildflower Art and Garden Festival last year, the environmentally- themed walk will be on again.
A total pool of $5000 in prize money will be offered to works that adhere to the theme of ‘Environmental Sustainability’. Artists and sculptors are asked to demonstrate the use of recycled materials in their artworks, which should be sympathetic to the Garden’s bushland environment.
Additionally artists will be encouraged to paint ‘en plein air’ during the Festival and the event will host a variety of art and craft stalls in the expanded Artisan’s Market.
Other features of this year’s Festival include talks by horticultural experts, native plant sales, wildflower displays, guided walks, exhibits by local businesses, food and drink stalls, a trackless train, pond dip netting, music and dance, children’s craft workshops , story-telling and an Australian wildlife display.
Artists as well as potential performers and stallholders can find out more about applying on Ku-ring-gai Council’s website at kmc.nsw.gov.au/wildflowergarden
For enquiries about the sculpture walk and Festival call 9424 0354.
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. Visit our website for more information at www.sailability.org/au/pittwater or call John on 9982 5656
Vietnam Veterans Day 2016
Palm Beach
Vietnam Veterans (Northern): Sunday August 14, 2016
Vietnam Veterans (Northern) will hold their Commemoration Service at Palm Beach RSL (Club Palm Beach) with the Muster to take place around10.30 a.m. at Palm Beach Ferry Wharf prior to the March to the club and11.00 a.m. Service.
Visit Profile of the Week - Peter Rumble, President of Vietnam Veterans (Northern) - reprise of 2012 page, catch up with Mr. Rumble 50 years on
Manly
Manly War Memorial: Thursday August 18, 2016: 11.00 a.m.
(cnr The Corso and Belgrave, Manly).
Warrant Officer, Ronald Lees will be the fourth serviceman to have served in Vietnam whose name will be inscribed on the Manly War Memorial.
This year the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan will be commemorated at Vietnam Veterans Services around Australia on Thursday, August 18th.
Vietnam Veterans day was originally known as Long Tan Day, chosen to commemorate the men of D Company, 6RAR who fought in the battle of Long Tan in 1966.
Vietnam Veterans (Northern) 2013 March - A J Guesdon picture
TumbleDown Dick RFB: Our Story. 50th Anniversary
Join The Pittwater Artists Trail
Applications are now open for Trail membership in 2017.
The Pittwater Artists Trail is an alliance of artists who collectively open their studios to the public on the first full weekend of each season creating a Trail for art lovers.
Visitors can engage with the artists, see how they work and what inspires them, buy beautiful, original artworks or perhaps enrol in one of the courses offered by a number of artists on the Trail.
The inaugural Open Studio weekend was held in 2011 and the Pittwater Artists Trail has been going from strength to strength ever since.
The Pittwater Artists Trail currently holds three open studio events each year on the first full weekend of March, September and December.
A group exhibition is held on the first weekend of June.
If you are an artist who lives in Pittwater, have visited the Trail and would like to apply to join please read the charter which provides all the details of the Trail and membership.
Applications close mid September.
Warriewood SLSC Members Prominent Service Award
August 4, 20016: By Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches
Kevin Green, of Warriewood SLSC, was supposed to receive his Prominent Service Award at the Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Branch Awards of Excellence in late June but hurt his back on the night and couldn't attend the function.
He would have received his award from the Hon Bronwyn Bishop.
But Bronwyn made a special appearance at the Branch AGM last night (Wednesday) and this time Kevin was fit enough to attend and receive his award.
''I am chuffed,'' Kevin said.
Branch President Doug Menzies praised the work the graphic designer has done for the Branch free of charge for quite a number of years.
Picture: Kevin receives his award from the Hon Bronwyn Bishop.
Warriewood SLSC are holding their 2016 AGM Today, Sunday August 7th at 2pm. Find out how you can get involved and congratulate the outgoing committee on a year well done. All welcome from Nippers parents, patrolling members to grandparents! Find out more at: www.warriewoodslsc.com.au
Pittwater Mens Probus Club: August SpeakerTuesday 9th August 2015 at 11AM
“The Battle of Fromelles”
Speaker Peter Sweeney
Our speaker this month is Peter Sweeney. Peter served for 35 years in the Australian Army Reserve as an infantry officer and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He was awarded the Reserve Force Decoration for his service. Peter is a military historian and a battlefield guide.
He is currently studying a Master’s Degree in Military History through the Australian Defence Force Academy in Canberra.
He is a director of the battlefield touring company Battle Honours Australia Pty Ltd which arranges tours of Gallipoli and Australian battlefields. Their next tour is to Gallipoli in September.
Peter is an associate member of the UK based International Guild of Battlefield Guides.
He recently returned from a Captain’s Choice river cruise of the Western Front where he visited Australian battlefields including Fromelles.
His presentation today is “The Battle of Fromelles”.
Partners welcome
Pittwater Mens Probus Meetings
10am 2nd Tuesday every Month
Venue: Mona Vale Golf Club
Website: http://probus.pittwater.org.au/
Newport Surf Life Saving Club AGM
Held on Sunday July 31, 2016Congratulations to everyone on the new management committee and various sub-committees. Here's to a productive and successful season ahead.
Officers
Club President – Rob Emerson
Deputy President – Jack Holland
Club Captain – Rob Barkley
Hon. Secretary – Jan Proudfoot
Assist Secretary – Therese Brennan
Hon. Treasurer – Tom Kellaway
House Captain – Kate Kilpatrick
Surf Boat Captain – Alex Brown
Powercraft Captain – Brendan Doyle
Vice Captains – Alana Smithies, Jess Menzies
Chief Instructor – Guyren Smith
First Aid Officer – Leanne Budd
Board & Ski Captain – Nick Carroll
Competition Manager – Glen Borg
Registrar – John Greenhill
Youth Development Officer – Ian Crutch
Publicity Officer – Jan Proudfoot
Social Secretary – Madi Smithies
Gear Steward – Craig MacDougal
The annual training camp at The Basin for Surf Rescue Certificate and Bronze Medallion candidates is on 17-18 September. There will be training in surf and water rescue techniques, CPR and First Aid. Plus more.
The Newport Nippers Committee is seeking a team of Newport Nipper parents and friends to provide quality water safety on Nipper mornings Sunday 9am-10:30am.
• Fun and education are a priority for Newport Nippers but SAFETY is the first ingredient for great nipper days.
• A bronze medallion would be a bonus but not crucial.
• Nippers can’t operate without lots of help.
• If you can assist in providing a caring and fun beach environment for our kids please contact Matt at nipper_chairman@newportsurfclub.com.au.
The Newport Surfboat Rowers are starting to plan for next season and are looking to recruit young people who are interested in learning the skill and grace of rowing surfboats.
The objective is to have crews competing for Newport, next season, in the boys Junior division (under 19) or the girls under 23’s divisions.
No experience is necessary, however, people interested in this opportunity must be able to fulfil the following criteria:
• Prepared to have great fun in the most exhilarating sport you have ever tried
• Have a Bronze Medallion or are prepared to attain one.
• Prepared to fulfil club patrolling obligations.
• Willing to join an already large fraternity of young boat rowers at Newport for great times and adventures.
• Need to be as a minimum 16 years old by the 31 December 2016.
It is anticipated that the training and development program for new surfboat rowers will commence soon.
If you think this opportunity could be for you please contact Rob Emerson 0417 413912 or Jack Holland 0438 023539 or Leanne Budd 0414 978391 for more information.
Find out more at: www.newportsurfclub.com.au
ASRL Newsletter
No: 65 August 2016ASRL 2016 AGM:
The ASRL AGM has been run and won. Congratulations go to Don (Bristles) Alexander for another term as Treasurer and likewise Nathan Perry (Manly) re-elected to a Vice President position.
Welcome also to Suzie MacKinder (VIC) & Russell Lamb (Warriewood SLSC, NSW) also elected as Vice Presidents.
The full ASRL Committee:
• Bert Hunt President
• Alexandra Hill Secretary
• Don Alexander Treasurer
• Don Cotterill VP
• Grant Wilkinson VP
• Nathan Perry VP
• Russell Lamb VP
• Suzie MacKinder VP
• Tim McFarlane VP
Fun Day Fridays
Residents can have fun and get active this winter at Mona Vale and Avalon at the FREE Fun Day Friday series. Venture down to our gorgeous parks and find loads of fun sports equipment to play with!
Enjoy Soccer, Frisbees, Hula Hoops, Giant Games, Outdoor Libraries and Fitness Demos
Every Friday, 11am – 3 pm, until 26 August 2016.
Download the Enliven App for the full Fun Day Fridays program.
Venues: Village Park, Mona Vale & Dunbar Park, Avalon (Wet weather room available at the Mona Vale Memorial Hall and at the Avalon Rec Centre)
This is an Enliven initiative - aiming to increase vibrancy in our towns and villages through innovative activations to strengthen the social, cultural and economic dynamic across our region
More information: Call 9970 1247
Website: www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/events
Opening Of Manly Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Aquatic Centre
Council is opening the doors to the new Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Aquatic Centre from 10am - 7pm on Saturday 13 Augustwith complimentary entry to the public. Mrs. Jean Hay former Manly Council Mayor will officially open the doors to the centre at 10.00am and all members of the community are welcome to attend.Enjoy a swim in the 25m indoor pool, relax in the spa, steam and sauna rooms, let the kids play in the children's play area or try a complimentary workout in the Wellness Centre.
Andrew Murray Charlton known popularly as Boy Charlton, was an Australian freestyle swimmer of the 1920s and 1930s. He was raised in Manly and educated at Manly Public School and later at Sydney Grammar School. He won a gold medal in the 1500 m freestyle at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. He set five world records and also won a further three silver and one bronze medal in his Olympic career.
Find out more at: www.manlyaquatic.com.au
Av Green Team's Sustainability Day
Saturday, September 3 at 12 PMFREE RSVP
Bilgola Surf Life Saving Club
Bilgola Beach
The new youth-run environment initiative the Av Green Team is hosting a free sustainability day for everyone to enjoy!
The day will kick off with a beach clean of Bilgola Beach at 10.30am followed by a workshop and speaking-based event held at Bilgola Surf Club.
The sustainability event from 12-4pm will feature speakers and workshops from individuals and groups who are choosing to work or live sustainably. The aim of the event is to bring people together who would like to learn more about sustainability and becoming environmentally conscious. There will be nibbles and Chai tea prepared by members of the Av Green Team and live music too.
We hope to see you there!
Please RSVP to this event through the ticket link above!
Administrators Message
Keeping The Place Safe
Living beside the sea is bliss for all who dwell here but there's a lot of work involved in keeping the place safe which you may not see unless you're there when it's being done.
The pictures above and below, taken on Tuesday July 26th, show Council workers continuing post June storm cleans ups, in this instance they were 'grooming' South Avalon Beach Headland, which involves removing loose rocks and checking the stability of others.
The pictures above and below, taken on Tuesday July 26th, show Council workers continuing post June storm cleans ups, in this instance they were 'grooming' South Avalon Beach Headland, which involves removing loose rocks and checking the stability of others.
RFS Open Day: Emergency Services Expo
Dragonfly Environmental Palm Beach Dune RestorationAugust 2, 2016 Our team is dedicated to restoring the beautiful dunes at Palm Beach back to their former glory. The three separate vegetation communities present on site were all being strangled by dense, waist height Asparagus Fern.
Thanks to our teams meticulous work, the dunes are now on the road to recovery. Follow the recovery of the dunes at our website -http://bit.ly/2anKPfj
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Palm Beach Dune Restoration and Bush Care is also undertaken by a dedicated group of Volunteers on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9 - 12noon. Contact Details in Bush Care Schedule below.
Dragonfly Environmental Palm Beach Dune Restoration
August 2, 2016
Our team is dedicated to restoring the beautiful dunes at Palm Beach back to their former glory. The three separate vegetation communities present on site were all being strangled by dense, waist height Asparagus Fern.
Thanks to our teams meticulous work, the dunes are now on the road to recovery. Follow the recovery of the dunes at our website -http://bit.ly/2anKPfj
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Palm Beach Dune Restoration and Bush Care is also undertaken by a dedicated group of Volunteers on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9 - 12noon. Contact Details in Bush Care Schedule below.
Bei Loon Dragon Boat Recruitment
Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club paddles out of Rowland Reserve, Bayview and is looking for new adult paddlers to come and try out.Dragon Boat racing has an ancient tradition, but is now a rapidly developing sporting activity both in Australia and Internationally.
There are over 60 Clubs and 3,300 competitors in the State of NSW alone, and Bei Loon has consistently been a top 3 NSW Club in terms of our membership which has averaged well in excess of 100 paddlers.
Whilst we strive to maintain our outstanding competitive record, we wish to balance that objective with the desire to provide an enjoyable, friendly environment where all paddlers feel proud to be members of the Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club.
We train hard, race hard and have a lot of fun doing it.Info. is available on our website www.beiloon.com.au
George WebsterSecretaryBei Loon DB Club Pittwater Offshore Newsletter Update 7/8/2016
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Soup For Soibada - Fundraising social evening to warm your soul
Friday, August 19 at 6:30 PM - 11 PMMaria Regina Church Hall, Central Rd Avalon Beach
Enjoy the community spirit, warm soup and live music as we raise funds for education projects in Soibada! Entry is by donation at the door!A variety of soups will be served with crusty bread!Hear the latest news from our July trip to the village!
Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club paddles out of Rowland Reserve, Bayview and is looking for new adult paddlers to come and try out.Dragon Boat racing has an ancient tradition, but is now a rapidly developing sporting activity both in Australia and Internationally.
There are over 60 Clubs and 3,300 competitors in the State of NSW alone, and Bei Loon has consistently been a top 3 NSW Club in terms of our membership which has averaged well in excess of 100 paddlers.
Whilst we strive to maintain our outstanding competitive record, we wish to balance that objective with the desire to provide an enjoyable, friendly environment where all paddlers feel proud to be members of the Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club.
We train hard, race hard and have a lot of fun doing it.
Info. is available on our website www.beiloon.com.au
George Webster
Secretary
Bei Loon DB Club
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter Update 7/8/2016
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Soup For Soibada - Fundraising social evening to warm your soul
Friday, August 19 at 6:30 PM - 11 PM
Maria Regina Church Hall, Central Rd Avalon Beach
Enjoy the community spirit, warm soup and live music as we raise funds for education projects in Soibada!
Entry is by donation at the door!
A variety of soups will be served with crusty bread!
Hear the latest news from our July trip to the village!
Palm Beach Golf Club Updates
The Beach Road Dining under new management and will re open for business lunchtime Friday 29th July. We look forward to everyone joining us for a bite to eat.
Sunday 1-4pm The Garden Bar there’s a great range of musicians playingBBQ from 12.30pm
The club also has some great deals on rounds of golf for visitors at present – call in or phone us for details.
2 Beach Road,Palm Beach, NSWPh: 9974 4079
The Beach Road Dining under new management and will re open for business lunchtime Friday 29th July. We look forward to everyone joining us for a bite to eat.
Sunday 1-4pm The Garden Bar there’s a great range of musicians playing
BBQ from 12.30pm
The club also has some great deals on rounds of golf for visitors at present – call in or phone us for details.
2 Beach Road,
Palm Beach, NSW
Ph: 9974 4079
Notice: Update On Church Point Construction Works
Spring Concert 2016
Rotary Club of Upper Northern BeachesWednesday 21 September
Local favourite Tom Burlinson joins Northern Beaches Orchestra for Rotary concert
The Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches is proud to present the internationally-acclaimed Australian vocalist Tom Burlinson, performing with the Northern Beaches Orchestra (NBO) in the Northern Beaches Spring Concert.
This year's event, on Wednesday 21 September, is the seventh annual concert presented by Upper Northern Beaches Rotary in partnership with United Cinemas and will again be held in the Grand Theatre at United Cinemas, 4 Vuko Place, Warriewood.
Tom Burlinson and the NBO have created an exciting musical program called Swing with Strings, an eclectic selection of enduring songs from the swing era and beyond, with popular melodies like "Unforgettable", "I Get a Kick Out of You", "Anything Goes" and "Mr Bojangles", plus a special tribute to Frank Sinatra, featuring "Come Fly With Me", "That’s Life", "New York, New York" and many more.
It's a unique combination -- popular music interpreted by an Australian musical legend accompanied by the power and richness of a symphonic orchestra.
Formed in 2008, the NBO is a not-for-profit organisation created to provide opportunities for musicians on the Northern Beaches to excel musically as well as to enhance the cultural life of the local community.Tom Burlinson has enjoyed a stellar career as an actor and singer in Australian show business for almost 40 years. His shows celebrating Frank Sinatra and other greats of vocal swing are loved throughout the country. A Northern Beaches resident, Mr Burlinson is a regular cinema-goer at United Cinemas Warriewood. "I’m really looking forward to performing in the main theatre there," he said. "I’m hoping the concert will be a very special and memorable one."
"It's great that we can showcase the amazing local talents of the Northern Beaches Orchestra again this year," said Upper Northern Beaches Rotary President Kailas Chidambaram. "And we are especially pleased to present Tom Burlinson as our vocal headliner for the first time."Concert proceeds will go to the projects of Upper Northern Beaches Rotary.
The event has attracted an impressive group of sponsors, including Wiseberry Mona Vale, Ann Wilson Funerals and Blackmores.For more information call Upper Northern Beaches Rotary on 0427 517 732
It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a memorable evening of fine music featuring talented local musicians and an Australian superstar, while helping to support the work of Rotary in the Northern Beaches.
Deluxe seats $50, regular seats $40. Tickets are now on sale at www.rotaryuppernorthernbeaches.org and at the Warriewood Cinema box office (9913 2800 or in person).
Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches
Wednesday 21 September
Local favourite Tom Burlinson joins Northern Beaches Orchestra for Rotary concert
The Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches is proud to present the internationally-acclaimed Australian vocalist Tom Burlinson, performing with the Northern Beaches Orchestra (NBO) in the Northern Beaches Spring Concert.
This year's event, on Wednesday 21 September, is the seventh annual concert presented by Upper Northern Beaches Rotary in partnership with United Cinemas and will again be held in the Grand Theatre at United Cinemas, 4 Vuko Place, Warriewood.
Tom Burlinson and the NBO have created an exciting musical program called Swing with Strings, an eclectic selection of enduring songs from the swing era and beyond, with popular melodies like "Unforgettable", "I Get a Kick Out of You", "Anything Goes" and "Mr Bojangles", plus a special tribute to Frank Sinatra, featuring "Come Fly With Me", "That’s Life", "New York, New York" and many more.
It's a unique combination -- popular music interpreted by an Australian musical legend accompanied by the power and richness of a symphonic orchestra.
Formed in 2008, the NBO is a not-for-profit organisation created to provide opportunities for musicians on the Northern Beaches to excel musically as well as to enhance the cultural life of the local community.
Tom Burlinson has enjoyed a stellar career as an actor and singer in Australian show business for almost 40 years. His shows celebrating Frank Sinatra and other greats of vocal swing are loved throughout the country. A Northern Beaches resident, Mr Burlinson is a regular cinema-goer at United Cinemas Warriewood. "I’m really looking forward to performing in the main theatre there," he said. "I’m hoping the concert will be a very special and memorable one."
"It's great that we can showcase the amazing local talents of the Northern Beaches Orchestra again this year," said Upper Northern Beaches Rotary President Kailas Chidambaram. "And we are especially pleased to present Tom Burlinson as our vocal headliner for the first time."
Concert proceeds will go to the projects of Upper Northern Beaches Rotary.
The event has attracted an impressive group of sponsors, including Wiseberry Mona Vale, Ann Wilson Funerals and Blackmores.
For more information call Upper Northern Beaches Rotary on 0427 517 732
It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a memorable evening of fine music featuring talented local musicians and an Australian superstar, while helping to support the work of Rotary in the Northern Beaches.
Deluxe seats $50, regular seats $40. Tickets are now on sale at www.rotaryuppernorthernbeaches.org and at the Warriewood Cinema box office (9913 2800 or in person).
Your Ferry: Name Sydney’s New Ferries
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Fundraising Dates 2016
August 13th: Sausage Sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
August 19th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, Knitting
September 2nd: Father’s Day stall, outside ANZ, Avalon Parade,Avalon Sewing, craft, knitting
September 3rd: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
September 16th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
September 18th: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
October 1st: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
October 1st: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
October 11th: Fashion Parade, Newport Bowling Club
October 21st: Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
October 28th: Stall, Warriewood Square, Warriewood Knitting, craft, sewing
November 5th: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
November 13th: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
November 18th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
December 3rd: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
December 3rd: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
December 9th: Stall, Warriewood Square, Warriewood Knitting, craft, sewing
December 9th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Fundraising Dates 2016
August 13th: Sausage Sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
August 19th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, Knitting
September 2nd: Father’s Day stall, outside ANZ, Avalon Parade,Avalon Sewing, craft, knitting
September 3rd: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
September 16th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
September 18th: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
October 1st: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
October 1st: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
October 11th: Fashion Parade, Newport Bowling Club
October 21st: Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
October 28th: Stall, Warriewood Square, Warriewood Knitting, craft, sewing
November 5th: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
November 13th: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
November 18th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
December 3rd: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
December 3rd: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
December 9th: Stall, Warriewood Square, Warriewood Knitting, craft, sewing
December 9th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
Sydney Harbour Trust Oral History Project
Simplified Housing Code
ABS Delivers 8 Million Census Letters
1 August 2016: ABS
Australia’s largest peace time operation is today in full swing, as delivery of 8 million letters from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) continue arriving at households around the country.
The Census Instruction Letters, addressed ‘to the resident’, contain information for households about how complete the Census on Tuesday, 9 August.
Welcoming the delivery of the Census Instruction Letters in Sydney, Australian Statistician, David W. Kalisch, said the delivery of the letters marks a new era of Census taking in Australia that will see the Census easier to complete than ever before.
“Since 2011, the ABS has transformed the way we undertake the Census in Australia—marking the ABS’ 17th Census as the fastest, easiest, most accessible and secure in the nation’s history,” Mr Kalisch said.
“The information contained in the letter, including a unique login code, will enable Australians to go online and complete their Census easily and securely on August 9. There’s also information on how to request a paper form if required.”
With most Australians receiving a letter in the mail, Mr Kalisch urges Australians to keep an eye on their letter boxes rather as Census Field Officers will not be dropping off forms.
“Traditionally, Australians would expect a visit from a Census Field Officer to receive their Census information,” Mr Kalisch said. “In 2016 this won’t be the case as Census Field Officers will only be dropping off forms in more regional and remote areas.”
The 2016 Census will see the ABS remain a world leader in Census taking, with the digital-first approach resulting in better and more accurate data, and saving Australian taxpayers more than $100 million.
“Excitingly, with up to 65 per cent of households, or 15 million people, expected to complete the Census online, the 2016 Census could be Australia’s biggest ever online event,” Mr Kalisch said.
“We are a digital nation and it’s important we move with the times. You can complete the Census anywhere you have access to the internet, whether it’s on a laptop, tablet or phone.
“We also know not everyone can complete the Census online. If you’re unable to access the internet or would prefer to fill out a paper form, simply call our dedicated paper form request service and one will arrive in your letterbox in a couple of days.”
The online form is available now for early returns. The Census needs to be completed in relation to Census night, however can be completed in the days leading up to or following the 9th August.
All information provided is kept private and secure. The ABS cannot and will not ever release your identifiable Census data.
If you would like to order a paper Census form, can call our automated Paper Form Request System on 1300 820 275. The phone line is open 24 hours and requires the 12-digit Census Login, which is found in the middle of the Census letter.
For people who need help completing the form online, or require a new or separate login number, call the Census Inquiry Service on 1300 214 531. If people require an interpreter for help with a Census inquiry, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) National on 13 14 50.
The Census is compulsory and can be completed in around 30 minutes for an average household. For more information about the Census, visit census.abs.gov.au.
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Background information on the 2016 Census of Population and Housing
Data collected from the 2016 Census will support funding decisions for services and infrastructure including housing, transport, education, industry, hospitals, and the environment.
Data from the 2011 Census revealed that Australians come from more than 200 countries, speak more than 300 languages, belong to more than 100 religious groups and work more than 1,000 occupations.
In 2011 Census data showed there were around 4,400 people over the age of 100 and one newborn baby is born every one minute and 44 seconds.
Key 2016 Census dates:
Late July to early Aug 2016 Census Instruction letters and forms will be delivered
9 August 2016 Census night
Mid Aug to late Sept 2016 Household visits
April 2017 First results from the 2016 Census released
Northern Beaches Music Festival 2016
October 21 – October 23Collaroy Beach
FREE
The Northern Beaches Music Festival is an annual not-for-profit community based music festival that has been successfully operating for the last five years. It has been created and operated through the amalgamation of four not-for-profit music and folk clubs on the northern beaches: The Shack Narrabeen, Fairlight Folk, Humph Hall Allambie and The Fig Manly. The common aim for the festival is to provide the infrastructure and opportunities for musicians and other performing artists to play to an appreciative audience. We are all about supporting live music!
The benefit to community through our festival is multi- faceted as it connects, involves and includes local musicians including young up and coming artists, national and international performing artists, community groups such as surf clubs, disability groups, local schools, TAFE and their students, Rotary, indigenous and other multi-cultural groups. We celebrate the richness of multi- cultural food, music, dance and customs, creating an opportunity to unite and bring together our whole community in a positive, fun, cross-generational and creative way.
The festival has been historically funded through fundraising, sponsorship and ticketing. From our successful experience last year, it became apparent that a totally free festival would be far more beneficial and far more inclusive. For this reason we have sought grants, sponsorship and crowd-funding so that we can provide all of the necessary festival infrastructure (stages, promotions, insurance, security etc.) and pay the artists.
Applications to perform are now being received via the website until Wednesday 31st August. Applicants will be notified of the result early September.
Local Government Week Awards Evening 2016
4 August 2016
The Local Government Week Awards Evening is a celebration of the great entries from councils across the state for the following awards:
RH Dougherty Awards - Presented by Local Government NSW
Youth Week Awards - Presented by the NSW Government
Heart Foundation Local Government Awards - Presented by the Heart Foundation of New South Wales
Congratulations to Mosman Art Gallery for their 20016 RH Dougherty Innovation in Special Events award win for their memorable Bungaree's Farm exhibition.
Also to Pittwater, highly commended, for 'Imagine Mona Vale'.
The RH Dougherty Awards recognise and encourage greater understanding and communication by councils to their local communities.
The awards are managed by Local Government NSW, and judged by leading experts in the communications field. Special commendations are awarded for work that deserves recognition.
The Heart Foundation Local Government Awards recognise and showcase councils working to improve heart health through building a sense of community, encouraging people to be physically active, be smoke-free and make healthy food choices.
The Youth Week Awards - Presented by the NSW Government
Each year, the Minister responsible for youth affairs, in conjunction with the Department of Family and Community Services and Local Government NSW provide awards to Councils which conduct the best Youth Week programs. The awards recognise and acknowledge the role played by local Councils in helping young people to plan and co-ordinate Youth Week programs and activities.
Youth Week Awards are presented to:
The Council with the best local Youth Week program;
The Council with the best on-going commitment to a local Youth Week program;
The Council with the most innovative Youth Week program;
The small Council with the most outstanding Youth Week program; and
NSW Health’s Play Safe Sexual Health Project Award.
The NSW Youth Week Young People’s Advisory Committee judges the Local Government Youth Week awards based on information provided in the council’s evaluation of Youth Week, the level of youth participation in the planning and attendance of Youth Week activities, the capacity provided by Youth Week activities for young people to showcase their skills and talents and raise issues of concern to them, and activities which highlight the positive contribution young people make to the community.
Award Winners 2016
RH Dougherty Awards - Excellence in Communication
Division A: population less than 30,000
Winner: Kempsey Shire Council – Macleay Valley Food BowlAgribusiness Communication Strategy
Judges’ comments: The campaign excels in many aspects. The strategy development was robust with clear identification of the issues and the means to address them. The target markets were clearly defined and Council strategically designed appropriate communication of messages and distribution methods for each target markets. The limited budget did not stop Council from delivering a professional looking website and achieving a high level of brand exposure with the campaign’s target markets.
Highly Commended: Berrigan Shire Council – Berrigan and Moira Shire Councils' Queensland Fruit Fly Strategy
Judges’ comments: The application of research to the communication strategy stands out in this submission. The approaches used to reach the target audiences were based on research, resulting in the engagement of secondary stakeholders to assist in the dissemination of messages to different demographics within the community.
Division B - population 30,000 to 100,000
Winner: Byron Shire Council – Town Centre Masterplan
Judges’ comments: An outstanding campaign that created a sense of community ownership beyond the duration of the project. The approach - of varying the range of activities from quarter to quarter - in order to engage fresh stakeholders during the 18-month project life was inventive. Council also demonstrated clever ways to engage with the hard to reach. A stand out feature of the project was the formation of the community ‘Bounce Group’. This approach was strategic and a great way to disseminate information, evaluate campaign progress and strengthen community ownership of the project. The fun and hands-on elements of the campaign were an excellent way to generate awareness and assist people to visualise challenging planning concepts.
Highly Commended: Tweed Shire Council – Community Engagement Network
Judges’ comments: This project had great graphics and illustrated a good reason to really look at the way we do things, and then do it better. In a clearly difficult time of change and reform, the strategy and Network created a positive morale boosting exercise for those involved.
Division C - population more than 100,000
Winner: The former Parramatta City Council, now City of Parramatta Council – Australia Day 2016
Judges’ comments: An outstanding campaign that demonstrated robust strategy development. Council effectively spent its budget and leveraged the event and media partners to achieve maximum exposure for the campaign. The results speak volumes for the effectiveness of the campaign. The dissemination of messages was highly strategic and creative, cleverly matching the different media with the relevant audiences. Brilliant use of a range of means to engage their community on an important issue. The submission was well written and clearly addressed the judging criteria
Highly Commended: Joint
Blacktown City Council – White Ribbon Accreditation
Judges’ comments: This is an inspiring project and a great demonstration of Council’s leadership role in influencing behaviours and attitudes from within the organisation and in the broader community. The distribution methods utilised were comprehensive and high-impact, which resulted in successful engagement internally and externally. Overall, this is a solid campaign, one that sets a benchmark for other councils seeking WhiteRibbon Workplace Accreditation.
Hornsby Shire Council – Choose Your Adventure Discover Hornsby
Judges’ comments: A great idea, slogan with measurable outcomes.
RH Dougherty Awards - Reporting to your Community
Division A – population less than 30,000
Winner: Coonamble Shire Council – Annual Report
Judges’ comments: Coonamble Shire Council’s success in winning this award is best summed up by a quote from its own application: “The feedback received from the community was positive with favourable comments surrounding the incorporation of the Nickname Hall of Fame characters, easier interpretation of the achievements and budget, and many community members appreciated focus around what they wanted and needed to know, rather than what Council wanted to tell them in a long winded report!
Division B - population 30,000 to 100,000
Winner: Shellharbour City Council – Make Play Grow Video
Judges’ comments: The Shellharbour City Council Make Play Grow video and supporting strategy clearly identified the audiences that were targeted. An engaging and creative solution was adopted to report back to the community on the outcomes of a community consultation program for developing a new arts and cultural development strategy.
Highly Commended: The former Pittwater Council, now part of Northern Beaches Council for Imagine Mona Vale – Engagement Summary
Judges’ comments: The concept of four targeted forums to draw in the opinions and comments of the community and its members was well thought out.
Division C - population more than 100,000
Highly Commended: Joint
Blacktown City Council – The Sporting City
Judges’ comments: Through its The Sporting City series of publications, Blacktown City Council adopted a tiered approach to its community reporting, tailoring each channel effectively to the intended audience. By thinking carefully about the needs of the three audiences, The Council effectively produced reporting channels that would have an extended life. With an emphasis on quality design, the calendar was a useful tool for households. Similarly the coffee table book was a useful tool for local businesses, restaurants and accommodation houses. This entry proves that print can still be an effective communications medium for community reporting.
Rockdale City Council – Let’s Talk Rubbish
Judges’ comments: This project showed initiative and innovation; was very thrifty with their community reporting and education and definitely raised some key issues.
RH Dougherty Awards - Innovation in Special Events
Division A: population less than 30,000
Winner: Mosman Municipal Council – Bungaree’s Farm
Judges’ comments: Bungaree’s Farm is an impressive example of using an event to create cultural change. Innovation was demonstrated in Mosman’s approach to Aboriginal arts practices and use of this historical site by using contemporary art to celebrate a story from history in an inventive way. This led to engaging with younger audiences and a change in public perception of what it means to be an Aboriginal person in modern Australia.
Division B: population 30,000 to 100,000
Winner: Bathurst Regional Council – Bicentenary Celebrating Proclamation Week
Judges’ comments: The Bathurst Bicentenary Celebration showed a clear understanding of their target market, which was not limited to the Bathurst Community. The project was positioned as a community development event as well as an opportunity for economic development. It was an outstanding success with a 290% increase in overnight visitation.
Highly Commended: Joint
The former Marrickville Council, now part of Inner West Council – Marrickville Remembers
Judges’ comments: This was a great way of commemorating ANZACS and their contribution, and certainly provided a means of education and uniting the community.
Waverley Council – Eat, Pray, Naches Jewish Community Stories
Judges’ comments: Waverley’s objective to create a resource that will preserve stories for years to come was achieved. Their evaluation showed that the event created informed and engaged audiences. The use of personal imagery in the cultural program made it stand out among other submissions in this division.
Division C - population more than 100,000
Winner: Joint
Blacktown City Council – Sustainable September Eco Festival 2015
Judges’ comments: The Sustainable September submission was detailed and included clear goals. The project showed progression and ambition with an aim to attract new audiences to the event. This was also the only submission that recognised which stakeholders had the most potential for behaviour change. Basing their strategy on the Blacktown City 2030 Community Strategic Plan and using the Blacktown City Environmental Sustainability Framework to build their festival program gave them a strong direction that was in line with the values of the community.
The former Wyong Shire Council, now part of Central Coast Council – Wyong Lakes Festival
Judges’ comments: The Wyong Lakes Festival submission included great insight into the Council’s plans for economic development. Their breakdown of the budget was detailed and their explanation of the project as an investment for their local economy made them stand out against other applicants. The festival vision of ACTIVATE, CELEBRATE, EDUCATE was illustrated in the delivery of the project. Building the theme around lakes and water activities was a unique idea. This broad event based around bodies of water showed creativity and they were able to deliver this targeted event while ensuring it was still inclusive and accessible.
RH Dougherty Awards - Outstanding Individual Contribution
Winner: Berrigan Shire Council – Susie Escott
Judges’ comments: Employed as an administration officer in a customer facing role, Susie saw a need for Berrigan Shire Council to develop a social media presence. When advocating for this Susie faced scepticism and limited awareness within the organisation of social media’s effectiveness in a rural, ageing community. She also encountered doubt from colleagues that she had the expertise or resources to carry out the project successfully.
Susie overcame these and successfully established a social media presence for Berrigan Shire Council which she now curates. Facebook analytics prove that Berrigan Shire’s Facebook page outperforms councils with similar mobile/internet connectivity constraints.
Susie recognised the value that rural people place on receiving information from a trusted source that is part of their everyday life, particularly in times of disruption or emergency bought about by natural disasters.
By prioritising posts from the community and ensuring Council content reflects broader community interests, Facebook and Twitter have been used as ‘social’ tools, not ‘corporate’. This has resulted in a communications platform that is trusted and supported by its community and which is the ‘go to site’ when the community experiences a disruption or emergency.
Heart Foundation Local Government Awards
Councils with populations 5,000 – 25,000
Winner: Kiama Municipal Council
Councils with populations greater than 25,000
Winner: City of Sydney
Highly Commended: Tamworth Regional Council
Youth Week Local Government Awards
Best on-going commitment to local Youth Week programs
Winner: joint
The former Dubbo City Council
Walgett Shire Council
Most Innovative Youth Week Program in 2016
Winner: Maitland City Council
Best Small Council with the most outstanding Youth Week program in 2016
Winner: Walgett Shire Council
Best Local Youth Week Program in 2016
Winner: joint
Campbell Town City Council
Cessnock City Council
NSW Health Play Safe Sexual Health Project Award
Winner: joint
The Former City of Canterbury
Walgett Shire Council
Photo at top: Mosman Council and Mosman Art Gallery accepts their R H Doherty Award from LGNSW President Keith Rhoades and NSW Minister for Local Government. Hon. Paul Toole, for the wonderful Bungaree's Farm exhibition
Pet of the Week
Lola
AGE/SEX: 5 months / F
BREED: Bull Arab X
Lola is a sweet active and very playful pup. She is social with other dogs. Lola has her calm times and she sleeps through the night without disturbance. She is looking for an active family willing to give her lots of exercise and also take her to doggy school. She has a smooth coat and weighed only 7.5kg at 16 weeks but now weighs 17.4kg. She has been on 3 feeds a day and is looking so much better! She 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. Her adoption cost is $450.
For further details or to meet all dogs at call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners Seeking Permanent Premises
The great and fun group of Artisans and beginners known as the Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners are seeking a suitable block of land they may place a shed on to establish permanent premises for their workshop and Meetings.If you are or know of someone or something that may be suitable, please contact their President, Jack Butler:
Visitors and New Members Welcome
See a woodturning demonstration by one of our members or a visitor from other clubs
Visitors and new members are welcome
Cost is $5 for morning tea and lunch
Contact us for more information
President: Jack Butler Phone: 02 9999 4290
Email: johnbutler1@optusnet.com.au
Website: www.snbwoodturners.com
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment August Forum
Blackout Narrabeen - building resilience: 7pm Monday August 22, 2016
At: Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen. Michael Furey will outline what the future threats are to our power supplies and the ways in which we can build resilience by acting now. There will be an explanation of the actions being taken already in the Sydney area. After supper we will hold a brief Annual General Meeting.
Entry free but a donation is requested to cover expenses
Email: Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment to get a ticket and book a place.
Narrabeen Spring Celebration:Our Catchment Comes Alive
Something really big is coming our way!
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment’s inaugural Spring Celebration will feature two weeks of activities showcasing the many community, cultural and sporting groups based in this beautiful part of Sydney. Over 40 events will take place, including bushwalks, kayaking events, a live family show, an art display, fitness training, a replica aircraft display, Tai Chi demonstrations, a plant identification walk, a display of rare Aboriginal artefacts, the “Shark Bus” and more. The Narrabeen Spring Celebration will start on Saturday September 24 with a walk from Manly to Palm Beach along the Bicentennial Trail, organised by NSW National Parks Association, and finish with a Dragon Boat Racing Give-it-a-Go Day on Sunday October 9.
The dates coincide with the school holidays. The Celebration is being supported by the Northern Beaches Council and a large number of the community and sporting groups based in this beautiful part of Sydney.
“We want to demonstrate that Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment has more to offer than just the lagoon and a beach” said Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment President Judith Bennett.
“The Catchment is bounded by Mona Vale Road, Forest Way and Warringah Rd and half is natural bushland. It contains over 430 registered Aboriginal sites which are indicative of important landscapes and areas of ceremonial significance. But only a third of the bushland is protected in Garigal National Park. There is an urgent need to protect this bushland from urban development and we hope our Narrabeen Spring Celebration will draw attention to that”.
There is still an opportunity for community and sporting groups to be part of the Narrabeen Spring Celebration. Email the Celebration Co-ordinator Tony Carr at tonycarr@ozemail.com.au or phone 0417 502 056.
Friends now has over 1,400 members and supporters and conducts quarterly public forums, catchment walks and eco-paddles and lobbies for protection of the remaining bushland.
For more information contact:
Judith Bennett
President
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Inc
(02) 9905-2135
Photo: Give-it-a-go: Dragon Boat racing on Narrabeen Lagoon, as part of the Narrabeen Spring Celebration - Sunday October
Bushcare in Pittwater
For further information or to confirm the meeting details for below groups, please contact Council's Bushcare Officer on 9970 1367
BUSHCARE SCHEDULES
Where we work Which day What time
Avalon
Angophora Reserve 3rd Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Dunes 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Golf Course 2nd Wednesday 3 - 5:30pm
Careel Creek 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Toongari Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon (8 - 11am in summer)
Bangalley Headland 2nd Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bayview
Winnererremy Bay 4th Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bilgola
North Bilgola Beach 3rd Monday 9 - 12noon
Algona Reserve 1st Saturday 9 - 12noon
Plateau Park 1st Friday 8:30 - 11:30am
Church Point
Browns Bay Reserve 1st Tuesday 9 - 12noon
McCarrs Creek Reserve Contact Bushcare Officer To be confirmed
Clareville
Old Wharf Reserve 3rd Saturday 8 - 11am
Elanora
Kundibah Reserve 4th Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Mona Vale
Mona Vale Beach Basin 1st Saturday 8 - 11am
Mona Vale Dunes 2nd Saturday+3rd Thursday 8:30 - 11:30am
Newport
Bungan Beach 4th Sunday 9 - 12noon
Crescent Reserve 3rd Sunday 9 - 12noon
North Newport Beach 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Porter Reserve 2nd Saturday 8 - 11am
North Narrabeen
Irrawong Reserve 3rd Saturday 2 - 5pm
Palm Beach
North Palm Beach Dunes 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon
Scotland Island
Catherine Park 2nd Sunday 10 - 12:30pm
Elizabeth Park 1st Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Pathilda Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Warriewood
Warriewood Wetlands 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Whale Beach
Norma Park 1st Friday 9 - 12noon
Western Foreshores
Coopers Point, Elvina Bay 2nd Sunday 10 - 1pm
Rocky Point, Elvina Bay 1st Monday 9 - 12noon
Where we work Which day What time
Avalon
Angophora Reserve 3rd Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Dunes 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Avalon Golf Course 2nd Wednesday 3 - 5:30pm
Careel Creek 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Toongari Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon (8 - 11am in summer)
Bangalley Headland 2nd Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bayview
Winnererremy Bay 4th Sunday 9 to 12noon
Bilgola
North Bilgola Beach 3rd Monday 9 - 12noon
Algona Reserve 1st Saturday 9 - 12noon
Plateau Park 1st Friday 8:30 - 11:30am
Church Point
Browns Bay Reserve 1st Tuesday 9 - 12noon
McCarrs Creek Reserve Contact Bushcare Officer To be confirmed
Clareville
Old Wharf Reserve 3rd Saturday 8 - 11am
Elanora
Kundibah Reserve 4th Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Mona Vale
Mona Vale Beach Basin 1st Saturday 8 - 11am
Mona Vale Dunes 2nd Saturday+3rd Thursday 8:30 - 11:30am
Newport
Bungan Beach 4th Sunday 9 - 12noon
Crescent Reserve 3rd Sunday 9 - 12noon
North Newport Beach 4th Saturday 8:30 - 11:30am
Porter Reserve 2nd Saturday 8 - 11am
North Narrabeen
Irrawong Reserve 3rd Saturday 2 - 5pm
Palm Beach
North Palm Beach Dunes 3rd Saturday 9 - 12noon
Scotland Island
Catherine Park 2nd Sunday 10 - 12:30pm
Elizabeth Park 1st Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Pathilda Reserve 3rd Saturday 9 - 12 noon
Warriewood
Warriewood Wetlands 1st Sunday 8:30 - 11:30am
Whale Beach
Norma Park 1st Friday 9 - 12noon
Western Foreshores
Coopers Point, Elvina Bay 2nd Sunday 10 - 1pm
Rocky Point, Elvina Bay 1st Monday 9 - 12noon
Zonta Trivia Night 2016 A Huge Success
Great prizes, excellent raffle items, good fun and great company marked this year’s Zonta Club of the Northern beaches Trivia evening. Held at the Mona Vale Memorial Hall, the fun fundraiser will support Zonta’s study grants programme for girls and women on the Northern Beaches.
Photo courtesy Kylie Ferguson, Northern Beaches Concil.
Northern Beaches Music Festival 2016
October 21 – October 23Collaroy Beach
FREE
The Northern Beaches Music Festival is an annual not-for-profit community based music festival that has been successfully operating for the last five years. It has been created and operated through the amalgamation of four not-for-profit music and folk clubs on the northern beaches: The Shack Narrabeen, Fairlight Folk, Humph Hall Allambie and The Fig Manly. The common aim for the festival is to provide the infrastructure and opportunities for musicians and other performing artists to play to an appreciative audience. We are all about supporting live music!
The benefit to community through our festival is multi- faceted as it connects, involves and includes local musicians including young up and coming artists, national and international performing artists, community groups such as surf clubs, disability groups, local schools, TAFE and their students, Rotary, indigenous and other multi-cultural groups. We celebrate the richness of multi- cultural food, music, dance and customs, creating an opportunity to unite and bring together our whole community in a positive, fun, cross-generational and creative way.
The festival has been historically funded through fundraising, sponsorship and ticketing. From our successful experience last year, it became apparent that a totally free festival would be far more beneficial and far more inclusive. For this reason we have sought grants, sponsorship and crowd-funding so that we can provide all of the necessary festival infrastructure (stages, promotions, insurance, security etc.) and pay the artists.
Applications to perform are now being received via the website until Wednesday 31st August. Applicants will be notified of the result early September.
Pittwater Natural Heritage Association (PNHA) Annual General Meeting
Guess which is our healthiest stream? McCarrs Creek. In his presentation yesterday (Sunday July 24) at our AGM Cecil Ellis, StreamWatch Officer at the Australian Museum, described some of the little waterbugs most sensitive to disturbance and pollution that call this healthy creek home. We also have a lot of native fish and two kinds of native crayfish (NOT true yabbies, which live west of the mountains).
Thanks Cecil, we'll look at our creeks with more awareness now.
If you'd like to help with StreamWatch in Careel Creek at Avalon contactpnhainfo@gmail.com.
Despite the winter chill we had a good AGM, delicious afternoon tea and good company. Thanks for having us, Katandra Bushland Sanctuary.
Image is McCarrs Creek at the Duck Ponds.
Marita Macrae – July 25, 2016
Pittwater Natural Heritage Association (PNHA)
Keeping The Place Safe
The pictures above and below, taken on Tuesday July 26th, show Council workers continuing post June storm cleans ups, in this instance they were 'grooming' South Avalon Beach Headland, which involves removing loose rocks and checking the stability of others.
Mermaids of Palm Beach 2016 Dinner for Variety, The Children's Charity
Those marathon drivers of Car 2108 will be holding their annual Dinner and Entertainment, with fabulous raffles, at Club Palm Beach (Palm Beach RSL) on Monday August 1st - don't be late!
Those marathon drivers of Car 2108 will be holding their annual Dinner and Entertainment, with fabulous raffles, at Club Palm Beach (Palm Beach RSL) on Monday August 1st - don't be late!The Endless Strummers will be.... strumming.
The scrumptious food will be .... forthcoming.
The company fit for kings, queens...and Mermaids!
Beryl, Elyse and Viktorija have some brand new Mermaids costumes
That classic Holden will be parked out front getting ready to go vroom vroom!
So folks, get in fast
These tickets won't last!
$40.00 for food and fun,
Email or call Beryl and the deal is done.
Ph: 0410 478 897 - beryldriver@bigpond.com
Bruce Goold Movie
We have only five days left in our crowdfunding for the Bruce Goold Film. He is a living legend and a film must be made of his 50 years in Australian art, most of it here in the Pittwater. Can you help us reach our reduced target of $30k, by the end of this month? BRUCE GOOLD: LIFE & TIMES & ART is a documentary about Bruce Goold’s fascinating voyage through 50 years of post war Australian Art.
Please help bring it to life. It has all been shot and the footage takes us on a fascinating journey – from the Bohemian days in the infamous Yellow House to grand hotel renovations on Lord Howe Island, to the 40th anniversary of the Sydney Opera House, to Sydney Lady Mayor’s own collection in her town hall office.
Once it’s all edited it will incorporate interviews of Bruce at work, archival film and photos of some great times and exotic people. Plus some fine pieces of art, stories and wonderful conversations that will help weave a path through his dynamic and colourful career in the 60, 70′ 80’s and still going today – 50 years of Australian art.
Some of the contributors to the colourful discussions are: Dare Jennings, Rachel Ward & Bryan Brown, Hayley Baillie, David Elfick, Ian Kiernan, Cressida Campbell, George Gittoes, Greg Weight, Jeremy Thomas, Phil Whistler, Nancy Goold and Wendy Whiteley.
You can find all the information on the CULTURAL FUND website:
Bei Loon Dragon Boat Recruitment
Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club paddles out of Rowland Reserve, Bayview and is looking for new adult paddlers to come and try out.Dragon Boat racing has an ancient tradition, but is now a rapidly developing sporting activity both in Australia and Internationally.
There are over 60 Clubs and 3,300 competitors in the State of NSW alone, and Bei Loon has consistently been a top 3 NSW Club in terms of our membership which has averaged well in excess of 100 paddlers.
Whilst we strive to maintain our outstanding competitive record, we wish to balance that objective with the desire to provide an enjoyable, friendly environment where all paddlers feel proud to be members of the Bei Loon Dragon Boat Club.
We train hard, race hard and have a lot of fun doing it.
Info. is available on our website www.beiloon.com.au
George Webster
Secretary
Bei Loon DB Club
Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches 2016-17 President
The new Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches Board of Directors for 2016-7 was recently inducted. Congratulations to President Kailas Chidambaram and his team.
In 2015 the talents of the Rotary clubs of Narrabeen Lakes, Pittwater and Terrey Hills combined to form the shiny new Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches. The Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches is one of 33,000 Rotary clubs around the world dedicating to making the world a better and more peaceful place.
Anyone who is willing to pitch in to help us in our programs and events is welcome to join us.
Find out more at: www.rotaryuppernorthernbeaches.org
Photo (L-R) Immediate Past President Tony James, President (2016-17) Kailas Chidambaram and District 9685 Governor (2016-17) Bruce Lakin.
Spring Concert 2016
Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches
Wednesday 21 September
Local favourite Tom Burlinson joins Northern Beaches Orchestra for Rotary concert
The Rotary Club of Upper Northern Beaches is proud to present the internationally-acclaimed Australian vocalist Tom Burlinson, performing with the Northern Beaches Orchestra (NBO) in the Northern Beaches Spring Concert.
This year's event, on Wednesday 21 September, is the seventh annual concert presented by Upper Northern Beaches Rotary in partnership with United Cinemas and will again be held in the Grand Theatre at United Cinemas, 4 Vuko Place, Warriewood.
Tom Burlinson and the NBO have created an exciting musical program called Swing with Strings, an eclectic selection of enduring songs from the swing era and beyond, with popular melodies like "Unforgettable", "I Get a Kick Out of You", "Anything Goes" and "Mr Bojangles", plus a special tribute to Frank Sinatra, featuring "Come Fly With Me", "That’s Life", "New York, New York" and many more.
It's a unique combination -- popular music interpreted by an Australian musical legend accompanied by the power and richness of a symphonic orchestra.
Formed in 2008, the NBO is a not-for-profit organisation created to provide opportunities for musicians on the Northern Beaches to excel musically as well as to enhance the cultural life of the local community.
Tom Burlinson has enjoyed a stellar career as an actor and singer in Australian show business for almost 40 years. His shows celebrating Frank Sinatra and other greats of vocal swing are loved throughout the country. A Northern Beaches resident, Mr Burlinson is a regular cinema-goer at United Cinemas Warriewood. "I’m really looking forward to performing in the main theatre there," he said. "I’m hoping the concert will be a very special and memorable one."
"It's great that we can showcase the amazing local talents of the Northern Beaches Orchestra again this year," said Upper Northern Beaches Rotary President Kailas Chidambaram. "And we are especially pleased to present Tom Burlinson as our vocal headliner for the first time."
Concert proceeds will go to the projects of Upper Northern Beaches Rotary.
The event has attracted an impressive group of sponsors, including Wiseberry Mona Vale, Ann Wilson Funerals and Blackmores.
For more information call Upper Northern Beaches Rotary on 0427 517 732
It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a memorable evening of fine music featuring talented local musicians and an Australian superstar, while helping to support the work of Rotary in the Northern Beaches.
Deluxe seats $50, regular seats $40. Tickets are now on sale at www.rotaryuppernorthernbeaches.org and at the Warriewood Cinema box office (9913 2800 or in person).
Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary Fundraising Dates 2016
August 6th: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Baking, craft, Knitting
August 13th: Sausage Sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
August 19th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, Knitting
September 2nd: Father’s Day stall, outside ANZ, Avalon Parade,Avalon Sewing, craft, knitting
September 3rd: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
September 16th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
September 18th: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
October 1st: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
October 1st: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
October 11th: Fashion Parade, Newport Bowling Club
October 21st: Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
October 28th: Stall, Warriewood Square, Warriewood Knitting, craft, sewing
November 5th: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
November 13th: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
November 18th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
December 3rd: Stall, Pittwater Place, Mona Vale Craft, knitting, books
December 3rd: Sausage sizzle, Narrabeen Bunnings car park
December 9th: Stall, Warriewood Square, Warriewood Knitting, craft, sewing
December 9th: Stall, Mona Vale Hospital foyer Baking, craft, knitting, books
“LOOSELY WOVEN” gives FREE CONCERT in AVALON "BURN"
4 pm Sunday 31st July-
at Avalon Baptist Church 2 George St.
Fundraiser for Amnesty International Avalon Group
Reviewer Paul Cruise says about Loosely Woven Concerts "There's one sure thing about a Loosely Woven performance: fun will be had"
On Sunday 31st July local music group Loosely Woven - led by charismatic Wayne Richmond - will perform their new concert 'BURN" at 4 pm at AVALON BAPTIST CHURCH. This will be a free, light-hearted, acoustic concert and features 24 musicians and singers.
The program will include the usual wide variety of items including Si Kahn’s powerful song ‘What you do with what you’ve got’ and some classics such as:
Let it be (beautiful ‘Mary Black’ version)
Throw your arms around me (Hunters & Collectors)
My heart will go on (from ‘Titanic’)
Your feet’s too big (Fats Waller)
Ma bella Marguerite (from ‘Bless the Bride’)
Naughty (from ‘Matilda’)
a few Australian songs:
Portugal Beach (Tony Eardley)
The Old Time Country Show (Pat Drummond)
Shackleton (Paul Jarmon)
a few ‘rock’ favourites:
Fernando (ABBA)
The Loco-motion (Little Eva)
Chicken Fried (Zac Brown Band)
and lots more! Instruments this time will include violins, flutes, harps, clarinets, saxophones, concertinas, accordion, glockenspiel, guitars, mandolin, keyboard and percussion.
Avalon Baptist Church co-sponsors this concert with Avalon Amnesty International Group.
You can enjoy a musical treat and also support human rights by coming. The concert is free and there is always a scrumptious free supper.
Voluntary donations will go to Amnesty International and help people around the world suffering human rights abuse.
Avalon Amnesty International group is at present working on several campaigns. One is "Community is Everything" which is to find support for Indigenous young people at risk of suicide or imprisonment. We also send letters and try to help innocent people who face huge injustice including torture, discrimination, violence, imprisonment and death.
Free Concert: “BURN” (Loosely Woven)
Free Afternoon tea
Date: 31st July @ 4 p.m.
Place: Avalon Baptist Church - 2 George St.
Voluntary Donations: Avalon Amnesty International Group
Information: Kath Moody 99971815 Email: kath_moody@hotmail.com avalonbaptistchurch.net www.amnesty.org.au
Bandicoots: Friends Or Foes?
When someone mentions the word ‘bandicoot’ what do you think of?
Chances are, if you have been influenced by recent media articles, you will think of them as little parasite-carrying critters that dig giant craters in your lawn and drop ticks all over your pets while you sleep…!
But these poor little guys are getting a bad rap - and totally unfairly.
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Bandicoots, like many other marsupials of Australia, have undergone several species extinctions since European settlement due to habitat loss and the introduction of predators (foxes, dogs and cats). Of the estimated 12 species of bandicoot in Australia, approximately half are now extinct, or threatened.
Once prevalent in the backyards of Sydney suburbs, long-nosed bandicoots have been almost decimated. Now, the northern beaches area is one of the last remaining strongholds for these little marsupials in the Sydney region.
Bandicoots and ticks
The story about their being primary hosts for ticks supposedly originated from a small quantity of papers presented in the 50s and 60s. More recent studies by researchers have proven that they are no more likely to host the parasites than you, me, your cat, my dog or any other animal.
This is an excerpt from an article in Australian Zoologist: 2015 Vol. 37, No. 3, pp. 288 293,by HW Lydecker, E Stanfield, N Lo, DF Hochuli, and PB Banks (2015)
Are urban bandicoots solely to blame for tick concerns?
“The paralysis tick Ixodes holocyclus bites humans, companion animals, and livestock in eastern Australia leading to symptoms that range between negligible and severe.
Bandicoots (Family Peramelidae) are commonly cited as the “primary host” of I. holocyclus in the media and blamed for outbreaks of ticks and disease fears, creating conflicts between conservation and tick management. We discuss how evidence for bandicoots being essential to the I. holocyclus life cycle has originated from a small number of papers that were limited in scope. False assumptions of host-specificity have contributed to the extrapolation of studies in one ecosystem, yet no study has sampled the full range of hosts of I. holocyclus to understand the relative role of each species across the entire range of I. holocyclus in relation to health threats. Bandicoots are one of many potential tick hosts but cannot yet be considered the “primary host” of I. holocyclus. Researchers and media should refrain from highlighting bandicoots as the main I. holocyclus host without mentioning caveats, and work towards gaining a better understanding of tick-host interactions across the range of I. holocyclus in order to better understand and mitigate public health risks.”
Basically any land-based creature acts as a host for ticks. The fact that ticks love to live in longish grasses, dense scrub and lantana brambles is rather unfortunate for bandicoots, as it is their favourite habitat, too. Humans tend to associate bandicoots with ticks because when we walk through areas where they live, or allow our pets to venture into their favourite habitat, we come out covered in ticks. They cannot be blamed for the spread of ticks just because they often share the same habitat.
It is interesting to note, however, that there are a large number of ticks present on Scotland Island but there are no bandicoots on the island - and never have been.
Bandicoots have a relatively small home-range and are territorial so are not prone to wandering far and wide. Animals such as foxes, feral cats, domesticated animals and humans tend to wander long distances and are, therefore, more likely to be responsible for spreading ticks from place to place.
Tick populations increase in response to weather, climate conditions and where fire has been absent from an ecosystem for extended periods of time.
The Benefits of having bandicoots in your garden:
If you have bandicoots in your garden, consider yourself to be lucky!
Bandicoots are known to dig small conical holes in lawns and garden beds. But instead of being cranky about it, you need to realise that they are ridding your grass of nasty curl grubs (that cause die-back in lawns) and insects that may be destroying your plants.
They are also providing a free aeration service!
Best of all - they eat spiders - including the venomous Sydney funnel web spider! They also seek out insect larvae and other pests as well as tubers and fungi.
Bandicoots are an important part of our ecosystem. Without them, the health of our bushland is vulnerable. They carry beneficial fungi and bacteria around on their bodies which can act as antibiotics for plants, promote plant growth and assist seed germination.
Bandicoots also assist in stimulating natural regeneration by disturbing the soil which acts as a trigger for the regeneration of plants. Our bushland needs native fauna to continue to have a viable future!
Reproduction:
Being a marsupial, the females have a pouch and give birth after a very short gestation period of around twelve days. They attach to one of the mum’s teats and suckle until they are ready to emerge. The long-nosed bandicoot usually has two to three joeys. After 50 - 60 days the young are independent adults and can breed before they are six months old.
Living harmoniously with these quiet neighbours:
If conical holes appear in your lawn, just fill them in with some soil and know that
bandicoots have performed a service for you.
Keep your pets indoors at night-time so that they will not injure these little garden-helpers.
If you happen upon an injured bandicoot, call Sydney Wildlife on 9413 4300.
Baby bandicoot - cat victim.
By Lynleigh Greig
Sydney Wildlife
Our website is www.sydneywildlife.org.au
Modus Operandi Brewing Co. IPA Masterclass
July 30, 2016
IPA LOVERS - we only have a handful of tickets left for Thursday August 4 night IPA Masterclass in celebration of International IPA Day.
For just $35 you will drink 5 of our IPA's from your take-home Spiegelau Australia glass (RRP $20!) in the brewery whilst getting hands on with ingredients and hearing all the nitty gritty from our brewers about the wonderful beer that is... IPA!
Modus Operandi Brewing
14 Harkeith Street
Mona Vale
Palm Beach Golf Club Updates
The Beach Road Dining under new management and will re open for business lunchtime Friday 29th July. We look forward to everyone joining us for a bite to eat.
Sunday 1-4pm The Garden Bar there’s a great range of musicians playing
BBQ from 12.30pm
The club also has some great deals on rounds of golf for visitors at present – call in or phone us for details.
2 Beach Road,
Palm Beach, NSW
Ph: 9974 4079
Soup For Soibada - Fundraising social evening to warm your soul
Friday, August 19 at 6:30 PM - 11 PM
Maria Regina Church Hall, Central Rd Avalon Beach
Enjoy the community spirit, warm soup and live music as we raise funds for education projects in Soibada!
Entry is by donation at the door!
A variety of soups will be served with crusty bread!
Hear the latest news from our July trip to the village!
Pittwater Offshore Newsletter Update 1/8/2016
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To contact Julian: editor@scotlandisland.org.au
Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners Seeking Permanent Premises
The great and fun group of Artisans and beginners known as the Sydney Northern Beaches Woodturners are seeking a suitable block of land they may place a shed on to establish permanent premises for their workshop and Meetings.If you are or know of someone or something that may be suitable, please contact their President, Jack Butler:
Visitors and New Members Welcome
See a woodturning demonstration by one of our members or a visitor from other clubs
Visitors and new members are welcome
Cost is $5 for morning tea and lunch
Contact us for more information
President: Jack Butler Phone: 02 9999 4290
Email: johnbutler1@optusnet.com.au
Website: www.snbwoodturners.com
Narrabeen Spring Celebration:Our Catchment Comes Alive
Something really big is coming our way!
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment’s inaugural Spring Celebration will feature two weeks of activities showcasing the many community, cultural and sporting groups based in this beautiful part of Sydney. Over 40 events will take place, including bushwalks, kayaking events, a live family show, an art display, fitness training, a replica aircraft display, Tai Chi demonstrations, a plant identification walk, a display of rare Aboriginal artefacts, the “Shark Bus” and more. The Narrabeen Spring Celebration will start on Saturday September 24 with a walk from Manly to Palm Beach along the Bicentennial Trail, organised by NSW National Parks Association, and finish with a Dragon Boat Racing Give-it-a-Go Day on Sunday October 9.
The dates coincide with the school holidays. The Celebration is being supported by the Northern Beaches Council and a large number of the community and sporting groups based in this beautiful part of Sydney.
“We want to demonstrate that Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment has more to offer than just the lagoon and a beach” said Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment President Judith Bennett.
“The Catchment is bounded by Mona Vale Road, Forest Way and Warringah Rd and half is natural bushland. It contains over 430 registered Aboriginal sites which are indicative of important landscapes and areas of ceremonial significance. But only a third of the bushland is protected in Garigal National Park. There is an urgent need to protect this bushland from urban development and we hope our Narrabeen Spring Celebration will draw attention to that”.
There is still an opportunity for community and sporting groups to be part of the Narrabeen Spring Celebration. Email the Celebration Co-ordinator Tony Carr at tonycarr@ozemail.com.au or phone 0417 502 056.
Friends now has over 1,400 members and supporters and conducts quarterly public forums, catchment walks and eco-paddles and lobbies for protection of the remaining bushland.
For more information contact:
Judith Bennett
President
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Inc
(02) 9905-2135
Photo: Give-it-a-go: Dragon Boat racing on Narrabeen Lagoon, as part of the Narrabeen Spring Celebration - Sunday October
Pet of the Week
Caleb
AGE/SEX: 9 years / M
BREED: Staffy X Border Collie
Caleb is a sweet easy gentleman. He is social with dogs his size or smaller. He loves toys and playing fetch. You can take food out of his mouth. Caleb loves human attention and he does not want to be left alone for long periods. He walks well on loose lead and enjoys pats and cuddles from strangers. He is not scared of loud noises or sudden movements. He has lived with children <10yrs. Caleb does needs secure fencing. He came from the pound is a very neglected state, very thin and with chronic skin issues that are slowly resolving. He has a smooth coat and weighs 22.4kg. 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 call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email monika@DoggieRescue.com. Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to see all our dogs. www.facebook.com/doggierescue
Avalon Boomerang Bags 2016 Workshops
Boomerang Bag Working Bees run in Avalon Community Centre on Tuesdays 11:30am- 5pm.
For those of you unable to come to workshops there are many other ways to get involved, just let us know you're willing by leaving a comment or sending us a message.
Pictured is a Boomerang Bag Box now provided around Avalon Shopping area full of our Boomerang Bags to "Borrow and Bring Back"
Donations of materials and more hands always welcome
Artists and sculptors sought for Wildflower Garden Festival
From Ku-ring-gai CouncilUp to $5000 in cash prizes are on offer to artists and sculptors who can create sustainable artworks for a sculpture walk at the Wildflower Garden Festival in August.
This year’s Festival will be held on Sunday 28 August from 9am to 4pm at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives.
After the success of the inaugural sculpture walk in Ku-ring-gai Council’s Wildflower Art and Garden Festival last year, the environmentally- themed walk will be on again.
A total pool of $5000 in prize money will be offered to works that adhere to the theme of ‘Environmental Sustainability’. Artists and sculptors are asked to demonstrate the use of recycled materials in their artworks, which should be sympathetic to the Garden’s bushland environment.
Additionally artists will be encouraged to paint ‘en plein air’ during the Festival and the event will host a variety of art and craft stalls in the expanded Artisan’s Market.
Other features of this year’s Festival include talks by horticultural experts, native plant sales, wildflower displays, guided walks, exhibits by local businesses, food and drink stalls, a trackless train, pond dip netting, music and dance, children’s craft workshops , story-telling and an Australian wildlife display.
Artists as well as potential performers and stallholders can find out more about applying on Ku-ring-gai Council’s website atkmc.nsw.gov.au/wildflowergarden
For enquiries about the sculpture walk and Festival call 9424 0354.
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment August Forum
Blackout Narrabeen - building resilience: 7pm Monday August 22, 2016
At: Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen. Michael Furey will outline what the future threats are to our power supplies and the ways in which we can build resilience by acting now. There will be an explanation of the actions being taken already in the Sydney area. After supper we will hold a brief Annual General Meeting.
Entry free but a donation is requested to cover expenses
Email: Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment to get a ticket and book a place.
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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