April 1 - 30, 2025: Issue 641

Front Page Issue 641

Week Two April 2025 (April 7 - 13)

Happy Dance Time! Narrabeen Sports High School to receive new Performing Arts Hall as part of major upgrade

Electric Day 1 of 2025 Australian Boardriders Battle Grand Final - NASA, North Steyne into Quarterfinal rounds

Dr Scamps’ plan to protect Pittwater: Nomination For Heritage Listing

Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race 2025: The Race reports by Di Pearson

Mackellar - Warringah 2025 Candidates by Ballot draw + Record Voters this Election + Community Fed up with Juvenile behaviour during election campaigns + How Preferential Voting works: YOU Determine which way your vote flows

Healthscope Announces it Wants to Exit Northern Beaches Hospital, Return it to the Government

Manly to Barrenjoey Peninsula Tops Uptake of NSW Government's Household Battery Incentive + Mackellar MP's Residential Batteries Policy Adopted by Labor + Warringah MP Steggall's Comment + Labor’s home battery plan must be properly targeted to be fair

ABSLSC 100th Anniversary Monthly Reflections in the Waves - April by Roger Sayers OAM

Aquatics: Risk of rip current deaths highest among young men at unpatrolled beaches: SLSA - UNSW's New Research

Cirque Du Joy – Reset the Dial: The Women’s Resilience Centre’s Most Critical Fundraising Event

Fewer rescues, smarter boaters: Marine Rescue NSW sees drop in March 2025 missions - Cottage Point tops local unit rescues

Partnership Expands Surf Lifesaving NSW's Drone Operations Out of Sight

Park Bench Philosophers: Roderic Quinn's Poems and Prose For Manly, Beacon Hill, Dee Why and Narrabeen - some Autumn School Holidays inspiration to enjoy our great outdoors

Mixed Results: Latest Telco Customer Complaint Performance Rankings from ACMA

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Week One April 2025 (March 31 - April 6)

NB: The 2025 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships 'wrap' will run Sunday April 13 

Bilgola Big Winner in 2024-25 NSW Government's Surf Club Facilities Grants: Over 1.3 Million allocated to local clubs

Australian Boardriders Battle 2025 Grand Final: Seven Local Clubs Have Qualified - runs next weekend 12-13 April and will be broadcast LIVE

Pictures: McCarrs Creek Public Jetty, Brown's Bay Public Jetty, Rostrevor Reserve, Cargo Wharf, Church Point Public Wharf: a few pictures from the Site Investigations for Pittwater Public Wharves History series 2024-25

Aquatics: It’s on for young and old in Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race by Di Pearson

Bonnie Harvey announced as Greens Candidate for Warringah 2025

Marine Rescue NSW to host International Maritime Rescue Federation events in August

Food: The Waterfront Café & General Store: Lunch at 'On The Deck'

Park Bench Philosophers: Good news beach lovers: our research found 39% less plastic waste around Australian coastal cities than a decade ago - CSIRO

DIY Ideas: BOM's Autumn 2025 Forecast Makes this Season Great for Garden Care + What to Plant Now

2025 Federal Election Questions for Candidates: Send yours in now + Enrolment details (closes April 7) + Postal Votes + Key Dates from the AEC

ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration Services: when and where

Council Review of Alcohol Free Zones: Feedback closes April 27 2025 - changes for some areas proposed

Digital Parking permits coming for across the Peninsula + CellOPark Dispute 2024-2025 + NSW Government's Ticketless Parking Reforms and Consultation on Equal Access to Beach Parking Permits (open until April 17 2025)

NSW Pet Laws (dog and cat regulations) go under the microscope - Have your say until May 4

Scamps' Call for Residential Battery Subsidies May Ease Council's EV-Charging Stations Dilemma + Solar for Apartment Residents incentive open until December 31 + EV and Hybrid vehicle data for our area by postcode + NSW Inquiry into Infrastructure for electric and alternative energy source vehicles in NSW (closing date for submissions is Friday 2 May 2025) + ‘A house battery you can drive around’: how a handful of Australians are selling power from their cars back to the grid 

Minns Government Announces 'Joe's Law' to End Private-Public Hospital Model As Inquiry into Safety and Quality of Services at Northern Beach Hospital Opens for Submissions Submissions close May 20 2025

Monika's Doggie Rescue: 3 x Chihuahua Pup Litters need ongoing care

Boaters reminded not to get complacent on the water: MRNSW's February 2025 Rescues - Boating Season Closes Anzac Day 2025

Profile of the Week The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships 2025: Finals Results + 'Wrap' 

This year's Australian Surf Life Saving Championships 'wrap' of members efforts from the Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Branch is a compilation of Surf Lifesaving Australia, Surf Life Saving New South Wales, Avalon Beach and Newport surf club reports.

Newport SLSC excelled again this year, finishing the championships ranked 2nd on 249 points, with their Newport Kinghorn Academy Surf Racing Academy accounting for a swathe of those - although all local clubs had members winning points for their club in each Age Division or ensuring their club's colours were front and centre on the sand or in the water. 

The peninsula also saw a large crew of officials heading north to ensure the championships could take place, happily giving their time, energy, and a fair amount of money, to be where they could support the events.

On a special note during the week of Aussies, Newport's Life Member Gary Cook received a recognition award for his 30 years of service as an official which is an outstanding contribution to his club and lifesaving as a whole.

Three great peninsula March Past teams made the Finals with the Collaroy Ladies being awarded the Gold, the Freshwater Maroon in 5th and the Collaroy Bears in 8th.

Some of the biggest smiles came from more than 30 athletes hitting the beach for the Adaptive Program events on Day Eight of the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships.  

Gold, Silver, Bronze, points and 'having a go' is still brimming over across all ages - it's a good thing everyone has an Autumn School Holidays break to wind down in.

This Issue the full list of Finalists across all Age Divisions and Events.

    History Brown's Bay Public Wharf, on McCarrs Creek, Church Point: Some History

    Despite being one of the earliest and smallest jetties on McCarrs creek, and later becoming the same site for the Brown's Bay Public Wharf, the official gazetting of the access way to the waterfront of this tucked away corner of Pittwater came much later than the jetty itself. 

    While the terms "wharf" and "jetty" are sometimes used interchangeably, a wharf is typically a long, flat, elevated structure parallel to the shoreline used for commercial docking and loading, while a jetty is a structure extending into the water, often serving as a breakwater or for a walkway, or both. Givcen the size of Brown's Bay Public Wharf most would term it a jetty.

    George Brown was granted 41 acres on McCarrs creek with the Certificate of Title registered on 14th of November 1879 and on what is the current site of Browns Bay. 

    The George Brown property here was called ‘Waterside’.  

    George Brown's 30 acres can be seen in the Certificate of Title Vol- Fol 499-41 - and was then on 'McGaa's Creek.
    This Issue a few insights into a little beauty of a public wharf.

    Pittwater Offshore Newsletter:

    April 1 2025

    The Coochie Bus: Tales of Two Islands; 'Wedding Island' Fiasco; Supporting Your Island Firies; Island Café notice; Robertson Boulevard Wall Party; Moon Dance: The Wall; Woody Point AGM; Feast for Freedom; Easter Egg Hunt; Anzac Day Memorial Service; International Folk Dancing; Wedding Island; Native plants for sale

    Click on Logo to access the latest PON:  

    To contact Roy:  editor@scotlandisland.org.au

    Avalon Quilters 'The Sum of Us' Raffle Quilt for Mito Foundation

    The Avalon Quilters with the 2025 raffle quilt, “The Sum Of Us”.

    The Avalon Quilters have an amazing raffle quilt they have made to raise funds for the Mito Foundation. 

    The quilt, appropriately named “The Sum Of Us”, was made last year by Avalon Quilter’s 25 members. It is completely handmade and totals over 4500 one-inch pieces, then finished off with hand quilting.

    Details show the personal and colourful choices made by Avalon Quilters for each piece, underlining the title of this beautiful quilt.

    Raffle tickets at $2 each, are available from members, who meet in the Uniting Church at Avalon every Thursday, 10-2.30,  at Patchwork on Pittwater at Mona Vale, and Avalon Fabrics and Craft, in Avalon Parade. 

    The raffle will be drawn at Easter.

    All tickets sales will go to the Mito Foundation, which Avalon Quilters have been supporting for over a decade through making raffle quilts. 

    The Mito Foundation supports people affected by mitochondrial disease (mito), funds essential research into the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cures of mitochondrial disorders, and increases awareness and education about mito. 

    Mitochondria are the power houses of the cell providing the body with over 90% of the energy it needs to sustain life. Mitochondria take in sugars and proteins from the food we eat and produce energy called ATP that our bodies use to function properly. Mitochondrial disease (mito) is a debilitating and potentially fatal disease that reduces the ability of the mitochondria to produce this energy. When the mitochondria are not working properly, cells begin to die until eventually whole organ systems fail and the patient's life itself is compromised.

    The Mito Foundation was founded in 2009 by Pittwater residents Doug and Margie Lingard, their friends, and experts in the field of mitochondrial disease (mito). 

    Wedding Island

    Is there anything better than a Scotland Island wedding or a comedy in its Community Hall? In May 2025 we bring you both!
    The team who last year brought you 'Secret Island' returns with another hilarious comedy. Once again written by that elusive islander Bogue Anthill, 'Wedding Island' is directed by Elvina Bay resident Sophie Lepowic. 

    The cast includes (in order of appearance) May Blackband, Roy Baker, Alix Ah-Pet, Nettie Lodge, Sophie Lepowic, Mara Syngros, Jess McGowan, Larry Woods, Ian White and Lizzie Brand. Stage management is by Gilli Unwin.

    'Secret Island' was a sell-out, so don't miss 'Wedding Island'. A nubile couple, seventy rowdy guests and a frisky brush turkey. What could possibly go wrong?

    A special ferry will depart from the island (Tennis Court wharf) at the end of the first night's performance (9 May), returning audience members to the mainland (Church Point).



    Island Café: Catherine Park, Scotland Island

    Pittwater Vessel Thefts: Appeal for Information

    Broken Bay Water Police are investigating a recent spate of vessel thefts and attempted thefts from the Careel Bay, Clareville and Bayview areas of Pittwater.

    Several vessels have been targeted for high-powered 200 and 300 hp Yamaha and Mercury engines as well as some engine legs. 

    Offenders are targeting vessels in the early hours of the morning, removing the engines from the vessels whilst still on the water.  

    Police are currently reviewing CCTV footage provided by several witnesses in an attempt to identify the perpetrators.

    Police are appealing to members of the community with any information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Broken Bay Water Police directly - Phone: 02 9910 7899.


    Photos: Marine Area Command - NSW Police Force

    Marine Rescue Broken Bay News 

    Saturday April 12 2025
    Congratulations to Michael Clinen for receiving his 10 year service medal. Thankyou for your years of volunteering. 


    Congratulations to Steph Minshall for achieving the Coxswain Restricted rating. Well done Steph.


    Photos: MRBB Unit

    Partnership Expands Drone Operations Out of Sight

    The exciting future of drone operations in emergency response continues to evolve, with a partnership between Surf Life Saving NSW (SLSNSW) and Babcock Australasia (Babcock) exploring a series of short and long-term goals for the lifesaving technology. 

    A MOU signed on 10 April proposes, at its core, the potential to enhance the air observation and intelligence-gathering capabilities of the Australian Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle Service (AUAVS) – SLSNSW’s drone services arm – for search and rescue, environmental monitoring and maritime operations. 

    Babcock – a trusted platform provider in the fields of defence, aviation and critical services, aiding the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces, among other clients – will also work to support and boost existing service deliveries and expand operations into the Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) space. 

    “This partnership presents some really exciting opportunities for the Australian UAV Service to continue to harness and expand the potential of drones as a lifesaving device,” AUAVS Manager, James Bassam said. 

    “Perhaps most exciting is that this doesn’t just mean along the coastline either.   

    “It’s an opportunity for us to enhance the scale and quality of our existing services, but also push ourselves into the next phase of operations and expand beyond lifesaving services, which hopefully will put us at the forefront of drone-enabled disaster management and emergency response.” 

    In leveraging Babcock’s long-range Remote Pilot Aircraft System (RPAS), the AUAVS is well-positioned to take the learnings from the NSW Government-funded ‘Long Range UAV Project’ – which most notably included a week-long testing phase of the effectiveness of various operating systems in key drone operations in mid-2023 – and progress naturally through to the next phase of development. 

    Recent initiatives such as the Drone in a Box (DIAB) capability have aimed to position the AUAVS for long term deployment of a comprehensive and multi-purpose Long Range BVLOS capability. 

    Babcock now takes on a major role in this process, both in the immediate future and longer term.  

    The AUAVS stands to benefit from modernised and expanded coastal capabilities. In search and rescue response specifically, this will manifest as greater operational agility, real-time data collection, and increased reach. 

    On a broader level, the pathway to further evolution also intends to position the AUAVS as a national disaster prevention asset. 

    “We know how important surveillance along our beaches and waterways can be, particularly in summer, so we welcome the opportunity to partner with AUAVS and utilise our aviation expertise to develop and deliver transformative long-range technologies and services that will help save lives,” Babcock Australasia CEO, Andrew Cridland said.  

    “It forms part of Babcock’s commitment to creating a safe and secure world, together.” 

    “Proactive and reactive missions, such as search and rescue, will benefit from greater operational agility, real-time data collection, and increased reach,” SLSNSW CEO, Steve Pearce said. 

    “This will substantially improve detection, response times and success rates in both localised and large-scale incidents. 

    “The partnership will modernise and extend the capabilities of Surf Life Saving’s coastal and emergency response operations.” 

    Expert youth crime panel announced for Applied Research in Crime and Justice Conference

    BOCSAR is excited to announce the fourth keynote session at this year’s Applied Research in Crime and Justice Conference. 

    Our Expert Youth Crime Panel will consider patterns in youth crime and discuss how policy and practice can be reformed to improve outcomes for community and young people. Panellists include:  
    • Anne Hollonds Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner
    • Peta MacGillivray Senior Research Fellow UNSW - Yuwaya Ngarra-li Partnership
    • Superintendent Greg Moore Commander - NSW Police
    • Judge Nell Skinner President of the NSW Children’s Court
    • Jackie Fitzgerald Executive Director – BOCSAR
    • Dr Garner Clancey Associate Professor in Criminology – University of Sydney
    Register now to secure your place at the two-day conference and take advantage of significant early-bird discounts! Tickets sold out in both 2023 and 2024 so get in soon. 

    The Applied Research in Crime and Justice Conference will be held 4 & 5 August 2025 at the International Convention Centre, Sydney.

    Consultation on Bus Stop Relocation: Barrenjoey Road Palm Beach

    Dear Editor,
    The council advises that development consent has been granted through the Land and Environment Court for a shop top housing development at No.s 1112-1116 Barrenjoey Road. 

    One of the conditions of development consent requires the developer to seek approval for the relocation of the bus stop to a new location outside No.1102 Barrenjoey Road in order for the developer to facilitate using the current bus stop position for their DA's proposed driveway to their underground carpark.

    The developer has, in liaison with TfNSW and its bus services contractor Keolis Downer prepared a concept plan for the required work.

    Barrenjoey Road is a State Road under the management of Transport for NSW (TfNSW), and they would ultimately be responsible for approving any required changes to the signposted parking and Bus Zone restrictions, but Council would like to provide an opportunity for the community to provide feedback on the proposed changes.

    We have been informed the concept plan, attached, is indicative only and may be subject to change following consideration of feedback:


    The project team would like residents feedback on this proposal by visiting the following URL: 
    You will then be directed to an online form.
    Comments close on 4 May 2025.

    For your response to be considered include your name and address. Please note that individual responses to submissions will not be given. 

    Once feedback has been reviewed, the feedback will be provided to TfNSW and a report noting their decision on the matter presented to the Local Traffic Committee for the information of the Committee.

    Could you please ensure the wider community is apprised of the mooted changes.

    Two Palm Beach Residents

    Proposed Road Reserve Closure - Council Land Sale Avalon Beach

    Friday March 28, 2025
    Notice is hereby given that Council proposes to close the council public road reserve adjoining 9 Careel Head Road and 38 Burrawong Road Avalon Beach.

    The purpose of the proposed road reserve closure is to enable the sale of the subject land to the adjoining owner, subject to retaining the same number of public car park spaces (including in any future development of the site) to be controlled by Council.

    The road reserve adjoining Lot 1 DP 622354 is a parallelogram with dimensions of 12.58 metres by 22.86 metres and an area of 251.5 square metres.

    The road reserve adjoining SP 16792 is approximately a parallelogram, with one curved edge, with dimensions of 12.575 metres by 19.43 metres by 9.525 metres by 16.38 metres and an area of 211.6 square metres. 

    Please refer to notification plan identifying the proposed road reserve closure:


    This road reserve land, containing public car parking spaces, was dedicated to the then Warringah Shire Council at no cost on 21 August 1979 and 20 April 1982 as part of Building Application approvals for development (3986/78 and A1126/76), specifically for public car parking.

    If the land is disposed of by sale, the proceeds of sale (less the costs of the sale) are to be paid to Council. Money received by Council from the proceeds of sale of the land is not to be used by Council except for acquiring land for public roads or for carrying out road work on public roads.

    Any person is entitled to make submissions concerning the proposal within 28 days of the date of this public notice. 
    Submissions close Saturday April 26 2025.

    You can make a submission in one of the following ways:

    In writing: Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82, Manly NSW, 1655.

    Once the submission period is completed, Council will consider all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue with the road reserve closure proposal.

    This public notice is in accordance with Section 38B of the Roads Act 1993.

    ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration Services

    Sunday 13 April:

    • Dee Why RSL – 3pm Commemoration Service, Club Memorial Garden

    Forestville RSVL – 2.40pm March to RSL Club followed by service from 3 - 3.40pm

    Information: March steps off at 1440 on Sunday 13 April and heads South on Starkey Street to Violet Street then West on Violet Street and Bushland Ave to the RSL Club on Melwood Ave. The march will be led by the Manly Warringah Pipe Band and will include veterans, cadets, guides and scouts, the Davidson Bush Fire Brigade and NSW police escorts.

    Information: The Commemoration Service will be held in the carpark of the RSL Club on Sunday 13 April, following the march

    Narrabeen RSL Sub-Branch ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration

    Time: 11.30am march from Narrabeen Surf Club to Narrabeen Cenotaph, followed by service.

    Date: Sunday April 20

    Wednesday 23 April

    RSL LifeCare ANZAC Village (The War Vets) – 9.30-10am village march and service

    Friday 25 April

    Forestville ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration

    Dawn Service

    Address: 22 Melwood Avenue, Forestville NSW, Australia View on Google Maps

    Time: 5:30 am

    Date: Friday 25 April

    Information: The Dawn Service will be conducted around the Forestville RSL Club Cenotaph and will be followed by breakfast in the Club for all attendees who wish to participate.

    Collaroy RSL sub-Branch ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration

    Address: Collaroy Beach, New South Wales, Australia View on Google Maps

    Time: 5:00 pm

    Date: Friday 25 April

    Information: Sunset Service on the Beach.

    RSL LifeCare ANZAC Village (The War Vets) Dawn Service

    Date: 6am Veterans Parade Cenotaph

    Pittwater RSL sub-Branch ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration

    Date: Friday 25th April Anzac Day 2025 

    Address: 82 Mona Vale Rd, Mona Vale

    Please join us at the lower cenotaph at 5:20am for the Dawn Service in remembrance and gratitude to honour Anzac Day - Breakfast to follow at 6.30am . ALL WELCOME!

    Newport Anzac Day Dawn Service 2025

    Time: 5.30 am

    Address: Trafalgar Park Cenotaph, Gladstone Street, Newport

    This year we are delighted to welcome Brigadier Georgina Whelan to deliver the address at the Newport Anzac Day Dawn Service. 

    The community with gather once again under the trees (and the kookaburras) to remember those who have served our wonderful country.

    Church Point

    On Anzac Day, April 25th, there will be a commemoration service at Thomas Stephens Reserve in Church Point, starting at 10:45 am. All Welcome.

    Bilgola

    8.30am for an 8.45am start, Surf Life Saving (SLS) Anzac Day Memorial Service and March Past, outside Bilgola Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC), The Serpentine, Bilgola Beach. Bar open at 1.00pm, with Two-up in the BBQ area. Hosted by Bilgola SLSC.

    Avalon Beach RSL sub-Branch ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration

    Avalon Beach RSL sub-Branch

    Address: Avalon Beach RSL Club 1 Bowling Green Lane AVALON BEACH NSW 2107

    Email: Avalon-BeachSB@rslnsw.org.au

    Phone: 02 9883 9815

    Dawn Service

    Address: Dunbar Park, Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Beach NSW, Australia View on Google Maps

    Time: 5:30 am

    Date: Friday 25 April

    Service: 0550 am – Members Assemble 0540 am – Dawn Service Commences This service will be conducted by Commodore Richard Menhinick AM,CSC, RAN, the President of Avalon Beach RSL Sub Branch, assisted by Paul Sinclair, the President of Avalon Beach RSL Club Limited. After the ceremony is complete, please join us veterans in the RSL Club and enjoy an egg and bacon roll for a small donation.

    March

    Address: Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Beach NSW, Australia View on Google Maps

    Time: 11:00 am

    Date: Friday 25 April

    Information: The march will gather at 1030 for an 1100 start out front of Avalon Public School on Old Barrenjoey Rd, it will then turn left onto Avalon Parade and right onto Bowling green Lane. From there those marching will turn into Dunbar Park and disperse into the arranged seating.

    Main Service Address: Dunbar Park, Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Beach NSW, Australia View on Google Maps

    Time: 11:40 am

    Date: Friday 25 April

    Information: Once the March has concluded, our service will be conducted by Commodore Richard Menhinick AM, CSC, RAN, the President of Avalon Beach RSL Sub-Branch. He will be joined by LCDR Tamara Sloper-Harding, Vice-President of Avalon Beach RSL Sub-Branch and our Guest Speaker, Colonel Brad Robertson CSC, president of the veteran’s charity, Carry On. Once completed, please join our veterans in the RSL Club and enjoy refreshments, lunch and later on Two Up from 1.00pm to 7.00pm in the Surf Lounge on level 1 - if you wish and are 18 or older.

    Whale Beach

    ANZAC DAY dawn service will be held at Whale Beach at 6am in front of the Surf Club.  Conducted by Palm Beach RSL sub-Branch and Whale Beach SLSC.

    Palm Beach RSL sub-Branch ANZAC Day 2025 Commemoration

    1087 Barrenjoey Road, Palm Beach

    March

    Time: 10.45am March from Iluka road to Palm Beach RSL, followed by Service.

    Date: Friday 25 April

    Followed by Veterans Lunch in the club.

    Two-Up from 1pm in back paddock.

    Slow Down: Wildlife Crossing

    Please contact Sydney Wildlife Rescue on (02) 9413 4300 for advice if you hit a native animal or come across an injured one while driving. It is helpful if you can provide an accurate location or landmark to assist our rescuers who will pouch check marsupials for joeys, so little lives like Phoebe can be saved. 


     
    Photo: Phoebe the Swamp Wallaby by Jane Notice

    Letters to the Editor

    Letters should preferably be 150 to 175 words, but that remains optional. Letters must include the writer's address and phone number and 'permission to publish'.  The editor's prerogative includes editing letters for length, grammar or legal reasons.  Email: pittwateronlinenews@live.com.au

    JP Public Register

    You can find a Justice of the Peace (JP) using the online Public Register. You can search by postcode, name of a JP, day of availability, language spoken and JP registration number. The register lists a JP’s location, availability and telephone number. Please note that JPs are volunteers and may not be available at all times. ​Click here to access the JP Public Register.  NB: There are  3 J.P’s working in Pittwater RSL Sub-Branch office, we work every Monday (10:30am to 15:30)except on public holidays:
    1. Terry Jones J.P.
    2. Robert (Bob) Wood J.P.
    3. Deborah Hendy(Carter) J.P

    Mona Vale Residents Association

    Mona Vale Residents Association is a community group encouraging involvement on important matters within the Mona Vale area. Email: mvrasydney@gmail.com


    Report Hate Crimes

    If you are subjected to hate on social media or online you should keep evidence by taking screen shots of the abuse including usernames, URLs and any other relevant information. You can report the abuse directly to the platform and report in person at any Police Station.

    If you witness a hate incident or hate crime but are not the victim, you can still make a report to the NSW Police. 

    In an Emergency call Triple Zero (000). If not urgent, you can report online at crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 or report in person at any Police Station.  

    Community News + what ran in each Issue

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    Autumn School Holidays - Easter Break

    Please note there will be no Issue on Sunday April 20 2025 - Easter Sunday - and no Issue Notice will be sent out.

    Week Two of the April 2025 Pittwater Online News Issues (April 7 to 13) includes Notices and Events that aim to run to include what has been sent in until the next full Issue is published.

    The Week Three Issue for April 2025 will be available Sunday April 27.

    Although items can be added in, we're looking forward to a break and time with youngsters and family, and usually follow an 'emails off/phones off' policy in order to get that family break.
    We hope all of you have a great Autumn break as well.

    Thank you very much.
    A J Guesdon, Editor.

    Public Meeting: Hear the Candidates Speak

    Pittwater Community Alliance has invited candidates for the Federal Election to make brief presentations on their policies, and to answer questions from the floor.

    This public information session will give candidates an opportunity to inform electors about their policies and electors a chance to hear from candidates, including how they can protect the unique character of Pittwater, before polling day on 3rd May 2025.

    Pittwater Community Alliance (PCA) is a group of 14 major resident and community associations in Pittwater.

    We assist in representing their interests to protect and preserve the unique environment of Pittwater.

    PCA is independent and has no political allegiance or bias.
    PO Box 1180 Newport NSW 2106.

    When: Wednesday April 23, 2025 commencing at 6.45pm
    Where: Newport Community Centre, 11-13 The Boulevarde, Newport

    Newport community Centre entrance. Pic: AJG/PON

    Meet + Greet 2025

    In the lead up to the upcoming federal election, Dr Sophie Scamps can be seen out and about all over the electorate chatting to the community about their views and values.  

    She encourages the community to keep an eye on her website and social media for up-to-date details of events and campaign activities.  

    Sophie is also always happy to hear from the community by email sophie.scamps.mp@aph.gov.au or by calling her team at the electorate office on 02 9913 9566.  

    Sophie will be attending the Pittwater Community Alliance Public Meeting at 6.45pm on Wednesday 23 April at the Main Hall, Newport Community Centre, The Boulevard, Newport NSW.

    Little things

    The new single "Little Things" by Pittwater girl Melanie Horsnell, and featuring Shane Nicholson was released April 11, 2025.  A love song to noticing daily little bits of beauty we encounter.

    Our daughter has released 11 albums since she graduated from Pittwater High School. This is her latest single. You can listen and buy direct from Melanie on her Bandcamp site or thru your regular streaming app. 

    Here's the bandcamp link as well:  melaniehorsnell.bandcamp.com/track/little-things

    Geoff-Sharon Horsnell

    Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club Last Sail for the Season

    It was a bittersweet (bitter really!) day on Sunday April 6 2025 as we had our last day for this season. This last day was on par with the last 8 months: brilliant! Nice fair winds, a beautiful sunshine and an amazing spirit on the water and on shore.
    • - Our Learn to Sail kids and Intermediate Squad kids took part to their very first race.
    • - Dev Squad did some more training ahead of CHS and had a nice adventure in some areas we rarely explore.
    • - Mums and daughters (no grand-mother this year) had a nice contest for the coveted Ladies Champion title.
    • - Afternoon sailing was as pleasant as it is possible to be.
    • - And everyone helped to prepare the club for winter!
    We wish those who venture to other sports good luck and we look forward to seeing everyone to celebrate the season it was at our presentation evening on 7th June.

    Have your say on the NSW Freshwater Fish Stocking Plan

    April 2, 2025

    Recreational fishers are invited to have their say on what NSW waterways they would like their favourite freshwater fish species to be stocked into by the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).

    DPIRD Aquaculture Director Ian Lyall said there are numerous impoundments and reservoirs across NSW suitable for freshwater fish stocking, resulting in many excellent recreational fisheries being established.

    “DPIRD works with fishers and communities to release key sportfishing species such as Murray Cod, Australian Bass, Golden Perch and Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout into public impoundments each year during the stocking season,” Mr Lyall said.

    “DPIRD has developed a new plan for recreational stocking of reservoirs for the 2025-2026 season and would like feedback on what is proposed.

    “This is a great opportunity for recreational fishers to recommend where they would like fish stockings to take place over coming seasons.

    “They can also nominate new dams for stocking, which can be considered if there is practical public access and fishing is permitted.”

    Mr Lyall said all fish stockings in NSW are managed for sustainability via a Fisheries Management Strategy (FMS) and associated Environmental Impact Statement and all proposals will be reviewed to ensure that stocking is consistent with the FMS.

    “The 2023-24 stocking season saw more than 5.9 million fish released into NSW waters and this year is on track to be just as impressive, with more than 4.4 million fish already stocked across regional NSW so far”, Mr Lyall said.

    “Recreational fishing in NSW is a multi-billion-dollar industry and fish stockings plans an important role in building our inland recreational fisheries to provide exciting recreational fishing opportunities, contributing to regional economies and helping boost our fishing assets.

    “DPIRD have native fish hatcheries located throughout NSW that produce freshwater fish species for stocking, including Narrandera Fisheries Centre, Port Stephens Fisheries Institute, Grafton Aquaculture Centre, as well as Dutton and Gaden trout hatcheries.

    “These freshwater fish stockings are another great example of recreational fishing license fees at work.”

    Recreational fishers are encouraged to email their feedback on the draft plan to fish.stocking@dpird.nsw.gov.au by 30 April 2025.

    To view the NSW Freshwater Fish Stocking Plan and for more information visit https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/recreational/resources/stocking/enhanced-fish-production

    A map of fish stocking locations in NSW can be found on the DPIRD website - https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/recreational/resources/stocking

    ACMA welcomes commercial radio code of practice consultation

    The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has welcomed Commercial Radio & Audio’s (CRA) public consultation of its draft code of practice. On registration by the ACMA, this code would establish a revised set of rules for what can and can’t be broadcast on commercial radio.

    The ACMA has been encouraging CRA to review and update its code, which was last fully reviewed in 2017, to better respond to a changing media landscape and address contemporary audience expectations. 

    As part of the review process, the ACMA has shared with CRA its views on a range of issues based on its regulatory and research activities. We are pleased that some of these have been addressed through revisions to the draft code and we welcome CRA seeking the public’s views on other issues raised by the ACMA. 

    Codes of practice are drafted by the broadcasting industry but can only be registered if the ACMA is satisfied they provide appropriate community safeguards. Public submissions made to the consultation will be reviewed by the ACMA and may help inform its considerations for registration. 

    The consultation is open until Sunday, 18 May 2025. You can find more information about making a submission on CRA’s website.

    The ACMA’s views on the key issues it has raised with CRA in the code review process is available on the ACMA website.

    Showbags given green light for 2025 Royal Easter Show

    Families heading to the Sydney Royal Easter Show can rest easy knowing this year’s showbags are child friendly with NSW Fair Trading inspectors testing the nearly 400 bags to make sure the toys and cosmetic items meet strict standards.

    With an impressive overall compliance rate, traders have demonstrated their commitment to consumer safety, with only three showbags requiring minor adjustments to meet Australian Consumer Law.

    A total of 397 showbags were inspected, with just three identified as having non-compliant products. These included:
    • A doll tea set unsuitable for children under 36 months due to small parts presenting a potential choking hazard, which the trader has agreed to remove from the showbag.
    • A children’s bow and arrow set missing the mandatory warning label: “WARNING: Do not aim at eyes or face.” In this case the trader has agreed to affix the required label to ensure compliance.
    • Two children’s cosmetic products lacking mandatory ingredient labelling which the trader has now agreed to affix to the products.
    A final check of the bags has been carried out on Friday April 11 by inspectors confirming the required changes have been made.

    Further inspections will be carried out across the Easter Show precinct to ensure all products sold comply with Australian safety standards.

    Beyond inspections, NSW Fair Trading is also on hand at the Easter Show to chat with visitors about their consumer rights.

    Whether you have a burning question about your rental agreement, need tips on avoiding dodgy used car deals, lithium-ion battery safety, or just want to know more about your rights around property and strata matters, NSW Fair Trading’s friendly team will be on hand to help with expert advice at their stand, located in the Home and Lifestyle Pavilion.

    Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading Anoulack Chanthivong said:

    “Families can enjoy the magic of the Easter Show knowing that NSW Fair Trading has checked every showbag to make sure the products inside meet the highest safety standards.

    “Traders have done an excellent job this year, with only a handful of products requiring minor adjustments to meet compliance – a testament to their commitment to consumer safety.

    “Showbag inspectors have been on the beat at the Royal Easter Show since the 1960s and our inspectors continue to make sure kids and kids-at-heart can enjoy their showbags safely.”

    Fair Trading Commissioner Natasha Mann stated:

    “NSW Fair Trading’s stall at the Easter Show is a great opportunity for people to get answers to their consumer rights questions, whether it’s about renting, buying a car, or understanding product safety.

    “The team is here to help consumers make informed choices – from ensuring they get a fair deal on a used car to knowing what their landlord can and can’t do.

    “If you’ve ever had a consumer rights question but didn’t know who to ask, now’s your chance to chat with the friendly team at the Easter Show.”

    The gates are officially open for the 2025 Show! 

    Heading to Sydney Showground today? Here’s everything you need to know. 

    Main Gate opens: 8:30AM

    Need tickets? They're still available! Grab yours at eastershow.com.au

    🚆 Public transport is included in your ticket. Extra bus and train services are running, plan your trip at eastershow.com.au/public-transport  AND:  transportnsw.info/events/2025/04/sydney-royal-easter-show

    Plan ahead as you’ll need to purchase a ticket for a specific day you wish to visit the Show. Tickets are non-transferable to other Show days as strict daily limit of tickets are in place. 

    For more information and to purchase your Show ticket, visit Easter Show – tickets. Consider visiting on a weekday to avoid the largest crowds, especially if you’re visiting with young children.  

    Route: To Sydney Olympic Park and return
    1A Narrabeen, Collaroy, Dee Why, Beacon Hill, Forestville, Roseville, Chatswood West, North Ryde and Top Ryde
    1B Warriewood, Mona Vale, Terrey Hills, St Ives, West Pymble, Macquarie Park and Top Ryde

    Route 1A: 
    • Weekdays: between 6.46am and 2.14pm approximately. 
    • Weekends: between 7.05am and 2.35pm approximately. 
    Route 1B: 
    • Weekdays: between 6.57am and 2.17pm approximately. 
    • Weekends: between 7.12am and 3.04pm approximately. 
    Parking is SOLD OUT

    To find out what's on, when and where at this year's Royal Easter Show, please visit: eastershow.com.au

    Classics, Hot Rod and Bikes Show 2025

    The Pittwater Motor Enthusiasts' Association and Northern Beaches Hot Rod Club are jointly staging the Northern Beaches Classics, Hot Rod and Bikes Show at Pittwater RSL on Sunday the 27th of April.

    We have a 150+ cars and motorcycles registered.

    This will raise greatly needed funds for our featured charities, namely Mens Shed Australia (Men's Health) -Pittwater Senior Toy Repair Group Northern Beaches and the local Ingleside Rural Fire Service-RFS. 

    Club volunteers will collect 'gold coin' entry donations from the public at two different entry gates.

    During the morning, Pittwater Pelicans Bowling Club will be running a sausage sizzle in the grounds surrounding the car show, available to purchase for $5.00. Several coffee vans will be also onsite during the morning.

    When: Sunday 27 April; 9:00 am - 1:00 pm AEST
    Where: Pittwater RSL, Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale
    Cost: gold coin entry.

    Vroom - VROOM!

    Monika's Doggie Rescue Pets of the Week

    Hera 

    11mth Small Kelpie X

    Hera is a sweet affectionate girl who walks well on lead and has good dog social skills. Being working breed she is an active smart girl who is looking for an active family who want to involve her in their activities. She is fully grown and weighs 13kg but is currently underweight.  She has a short coat. She is just a sweetheart! She suits a family with house and garden and PT hours. She comes desexed , vaccinated, heartworm free and chipped. Her adoption cost is $450. 

    Doris 

    12 years Scruffy Terrier X 

    Doris came from the pound terribly scared, and they reported her as snappy. She is a very nervous girl who is just looking for the quiet life. Doris never barks and needs a calm person with experience to take her under their wing. Despite her age, she can still run! She can still see and hear reasonably well and despite loss of muscle mass on hind legs she can certainly move. She has been used to eating tinned food and we are slowly getting her used to cooked chicken, rice and veggies. We have also commenced nutraceuticals to help her joints and mobility. Doris is social with other small quiet dogs. She is afraid of being picked up but copes with it once she knows you. It does take time to build that relationship. She has just had a dental and is enjoying her food more. Doris never asks for anything. She has a scruffy coat and weighs 4kg. She comes desexed , vaccinated, heartworm free and chipped. Her adoption cost is $500. 

    For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133  or email  Monika@DoggieRescue.com.  RON R251000024

    2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize Entries Now open 

    Council has announced Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran (art) and Keinton Butler (design) as the judges for this year’s Environmental Art & Design Prize.

    Now in its fifth year, Environmental Art & Design Prize is open to artists and designers of all levels and diverse disciplines from across Australia. Submissions will be accepted to 19 May 2025.

    Mayor Sue Heins said the prize has developed into one of the leading competitions covering both art and design focusing on the environment.

    “Each year fascinating art works and designs are submitted for this environmentally thought-provoking prize.

    “The prize is an important platform for the natural environment to take centre stage, enabling artists and designers to share their work inspired by nature, climate change and sustainable living.

    “In past years we have seen impactful submissions from creatives including painters, ceramists and furniture designers. This year we would also love to see more contributions from architects, product, fashion and industrial designers.

    “We are looking forward to an amazing array of powerful artworks and designs for 2025,” Mayor Heins said.

    This year’s judges have vast experience in the art and design worlds. Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran is a contemporary artist with his work appearing in galleries across the globe. Keinton Butler is Senior Curator at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum and the Creative Director of Sydney Design Week.

    There are four prizes on offer this year with prize money totalling $46000. 

    The visual arts and design winners will each receive $20,000. The people’s choice winners and the young artists/designers have a prize pool of $3,000 each.

    All finalists will be featured in an exhibition across the Council’s 3 galleries, Manly Art Gallery and Museum (MAG&M), Curl Curl Creative Space, and Mona Vale Creative Space Gallery from 1 August to 14 September 2025.

    Finalists will be announced on Friday 23 May and the winners will be announced on Friday1 August 2025.

    For more information, and to enter, visit Council's webpage at: https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/northern-beaches-environmental-art-and-design-prize   

    Renewing the water main in Old Barrenjoey Road

    Construction update – Friday 11 April 2025

    This week we carried out some further potholing and geotechnical investigation work along Old Barrenjoey Road to confirm ground conditions and prepare for installing the new water main.
     
    Next week we will continue potholing on Old Barrenjoey Road between Avalon Parade and the Crescent. This will help us confirm the location of property connection points and other underground services.
     
    Our work will involve: 
    • temporary closure of Old Barrenjoey Road, between Avalon Parade and The Crescent during our night work hours– see map below. 
    • general traffic will be diverted via local streets. 
    • access to driveways, businesses and parking spaces will be maintained for local traffic at all times. Our traffic controllers will be on site to assist and to help keep traffic flowing safely.
    • vacuum trucks (also known as ‘sucker trucks’) will be used for potholing. 

    As a reminder, our night work hours are 8 pm to 5 am, Monday nights to Friday mornings. We will not work on Public Holidays, Friday, Saturday or Sunday nights.
     
    There will be some noise from our equipment and machinery as our work progresses along Old Barrenjoey Road. The level of noise you may experience will vary based on how far you live from our work area and what type of property you live in.
     
    We will make every effort minimise noise where possible. We will finish the noisiest work (including saw cutting or jackhammering) by midnight, avoid unnecessary loud noises where possible and turn off vehicles when not in use. 
     
    At the end of each shift, we will temporarily restore Old Barrenjoey Road to allow for continued use during the day. 
     
    We would like to sincerely thank you for your patience and understanding while we do this essential work.


    Contact us  
    For more information on our work along Old Barrenjoey Road, please visit our website.

    If you have any questions or concerns or would like to know more about this work – you can contact our community engagement team on 1800 943 119 or confluence@sydneywater.com.au. For other Sydney Water repairs or faults, please call 13 20 90 (24 hours). 

    Thank you again for your understanding during this essential work. 

    Sydney Water & Confluence Water project team 

    Nominate a Volunteer Today: 2025 Awards

    Nominations have now opened for the 2025 NSW Volunteer of the Year awards which recognise the outstanding efforts of the 4.3 million volunteers in NSW.

    Member for Manly, James Griffin said volunteering is incredibly valuable to local communities, with a range of community groups including sporting organisations relying on the hard work of volunteers. 

    “Volunteers contribute $178 billion to the NSW economy, and I know here locally, our community just wouldn’t work as it does, without the dedication of volunteers,” Mr Griffin said.

    “In many ways, volunteers are the backbone of our communities, and that is particularly true in the Manly electorate.

    “From our service clubs, emergency services, church groups, hospital auxiliaries and sporting clubs, there are those who work tirelessly to make our part of the world a better place to live.

    “There are countless projects and initiatives in our electorate that simply would never have happened without the work of volunteers, and I sincerely thank everyone who sacrifices their time for the betterment of our communities,” Mr Griffin said.

    “If you know someone who deserves to be recognised as part of the 2025 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards, I encourage you to lodge your nomination promptly,” he said.

    The NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards are an annual program aimed at recognising the incredible dedication, effort and community service of our state’s volunteers, volunteer leaders and volunteer teams.

    Nominations for the 2025 awards are now open and close on Friday 23rd of May 2025.

    To learn more about the awards, please visit The Centre for Volunteering website at The NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards - The Centre for Volunteering.

    New Wyong Safe Haven offers mental health support

    The Minns Government officially opened a new Safe Haven at Wyong on Friday 11 April 2025, providing additional free support for people who are experiencing mental health distress in the Central Coast.

    The Wyong Safe Haven will offer immediate support for people seeking support for suicidal thoughts or distress, offering a safe and welcoming alternative to emergency departments.

    The new service is the second Safe Haven available in the region and will provide support closer to home for people living in the northern part of the Central Coast.

    The service will have a strong focus on providing culturally safe care delivered by Aboriginal suicide prevention peer workers, to support the region’s Aboriginal community.

    There is no need for an appointment or a medical referral to attend Wyong Safe Haven – everyone is free to drop in. Carers can also access the service for support in helping their loved ones.

    Wyong Safe Haven features a peaceful outdoor area and yarning circle, along with a calming space featuring local Aboriginal artwork, creating a sense of connection and belonging for local Aboriginal residents visiting the haven.

    People attending will be greeted by a peer worker and can use the space in a way that is most helpful to them at the time. This might be having a cuppa and a yarn or having a quiet moment in the outdoor space. 

    Wyong Safe Haven is located on the grounds of Wyong Hospital, near Wyong Mental Health Centre.

    The Safe Haven is currently open from 9 am to 3:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with hours to increase in the coming months. The service is expected to be open five days per week by mid-year.

    The Mental Health Line is also available 24/7 on 1800 011 511 to connect people to other mental health services. In an emergency, please call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

    Wyong Safe Haven is part of the NSW Government’s Towards Zero Suicides initiative. 

    Minister for Mental Health Rose Jackson said:

    “We are committed to increasing suicide prevention supports for regional communities, including those in the Central Coast, as part of our aim to reduce the suicide rate across NSW.

    “This will be the 22nd Safe Haven located on or near hospital grounds across NSW, providing a refuge for anyone struggling with mental health challenges to come and seek help in a quiet, welcoming and non-judgemental space.

    “Central Coast residents who are feeling distressed are encouraged to access help at Wyong or Gosford Safe Havens, where they will be able to talk to peer workers who have a lived experience with suicide and recovery.”

    Minister for the Central Coast and Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty David Harris said:

    “In the last year there have been 1,600 presentations to the Safe Haven at Gosford Hospital. This reinforces how important these services are.

    “It is great to see the Safe Haven service now available and more easily accessible for everyone living in the northern parts of the Central Coast.

    “With Aboriginal identified peer workers among the staff it will help us close the gap by supporting a cultural social-emotional and wellbeing perspective approach to a suicide crisis.”

    National worker registration scheme feedback

    The Australian Government is seeking views on the design of a national registration scheme to support personal care workers employed in aged care, including new training and mandatory minimum qualification requirements.

    The scheme will support the growth of a strengthened and skilled aged care workforce, where personal care workers are better valued for the important role they perform, and with greater professional development opportunities and improved conditions.
     
    It will also play an important role in ensuring aged care is a safe place with appropriate protections for older people.
     
    Older people, their friends and family, supporters, advocates, care and support providers and workers, and training organisations and providers are invited to have their say by completing a short survey or providing a written submission by email.
     
    To find out more, visit Have your say on the design of a national registration scheme for personal care workers in aged care - Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care - Citizen Space
     
    The consultation is open until 17 April 2025.

    Johnson Brothers Mitre 10 Recycling Batteries: at Mona Vale + Avalon Beach

    Over 18,600 tonnes of batteries are discarded to landfill in Australia each year, even though 95% of a battery can be recycled!

    That’s why we are rolling out battery recycling units across our stores! Our battery recycling units accept household, button cell, laptop, and power tool batteries as well as mobile phones! 

    How To Dispose Of Your Batteries Safely: 

    1. Collect Your Used Batteries: Gather all used batteries from your home. Our battery recycling units accept batteries from a wide range of products such as household, button cell, laptop, and power tool batteries.
    2. Tape Your Terminals: Tape the terminals of used batteries with clear sticky tape.
    3. Drop Them Off: Come and visit your nearest participating store to recycle your batteries for free (at Johnson Brothers Mitre 10 Mona Vale and Avalon Beach).
    4. Feel Good About Your Impact: By recycling your batteries, you're helping support a healthier planet by keeping hazardous material out of landfills and conserving resources.

    Environmental Benefits

    • Reduces hazardous waste in landfill
    • Conserves natural resources by promoting the use of recycled materials
    • Keep toxic materials out of waterways 

     

    Click on logo above to visit their website.

    Pittwater Community Groups: 


    Sports (plus Social Members)

    Gardens and Environment

    Rural Fire Brigades
    Services - Community Organisations

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    Speed humps on McCarrs Creek Rd: share Wildlife Data 

    Local wildlife rescuers are asking all members of the public to report any roadkill on McCarrs Ck Rd or any other road in the NB (Wakehurst Parkway or Mona Vale Road for instance) on www.wildlifemapping.org

    This records the GPS position, date, sex, species. Photos can be added as they help in identification. The data is then forwarded to OEH and Transport NSW as it can help establish the best places to place mitigation. There is so much wildlife on the move in our area at present due to various pressures. This database that volunteers maintain needs three pieces of information:
    1. The position via GPS or road and suburb
    2. The date
    3. The animal
    The details can be entered into the database directly by you at:   www.wildlifemapping.org