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With energy bills rising and solar and batteries more affordable than ever, there’s never been a better time to make the switch. 3 free Council services aim to give you clarity and impartial information.
… free drop-ins for residents seeking information about all things solar, batteries, EVs, hot water systems and home … making. The next Solar and Energy Roadshows are at Manly Library on Thursday 24 July , Tramshed, Narrabeen on Tuesday 12 August and Glen Street Library, Belrose on Wednesday 24 September. No bookings are …
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Winter is here, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay rugged up inside for the next three months! So don’t despair we’ve compiled a list…
… So don’t despair we’ve compiled a list with plenty of things to do right on your front door step. Here‘s our list … head to one of the pools for an invigorating dip. Visit a library Your local library is a great place to spend a wintry afternoon. Find a …
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As another long holiday break draws to a close, parents are readying themselves for the school year ahead. Schedules, logistics and activities, the juggle for preschool and school parents can be overwhelming. Check out this handy list of things to do and support for your family to make the school year easier.
… – busy, engaged and healthy? Check out this handy list of things to do and support for your family: Libraries From … to borrow. Find out more on our website or sign up to the Library newsletter to stay in touch with what’s happening in a library near you. Health and Wellness Head to Manly Andrew …
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Wondering how you’re going to keep the kids entertained these holidays? Don’t panic, we’ve got you covered with this action-packed winter…
… text and mixed media to tell stories of your life and of things that matter. Led by artist Raneen Shamon. Kids will … your teddy bear along for this special story time at the library. We'll be sharing stories, songs and rhymes. Your teddy is then welcome to have a sleepover at the library. The next day come and collect your teddy and find …
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Spring into action with our jam packed school holiday program.
… Street Mon 25 Sep – Wed 17 Sep, 10am – 12pm Glen Street Library Slime Labs at the Library Mon 25 Sept – Thu 5 Oct Various times and library locations Kids Comedy Show with Sean Murphy Tue 26 …
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As the countdown to Christmas begins, let’s make sure the season of joy doesn’t leave a mountain of waste in its wake.
… are unlikely to use, consider donating it to the Sydney Library of Things - Northern Beaches. Alternatively, instead of buying a … gift, why not buy friends or family a membership to the Library of Things giving them access to items that they can …
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All Northern Beaches Council Libraries will be closed on Wednesday 26 January for the Australia Day public holiday. Return chutes will be available and you can…
All Northern Beaches Council Libraries will be closed on Wednesday 26 January for the Australia Day public holiday. Return chutes will be available and you can always access our eLibrary . Check out what's on this Australia Day in the Northern Beaches …
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home › council › news › celebrating-success-our-reuse-and-recycling-events
Our Reuse and Recycling Events have now kept over 107,000 kilograms out of landfill since their launch in 2023.
… maintenance equipment to establish the Northern Beaches Library of Things. This is a community resource offering short-term … loans of useful but rarely needed items to the Sydney Library of Things, which is located at Cromer Community …
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As Dr. Seuss famously said, 'The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go!' We…
… Dr. Seuss famously said, 'The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more … In celebration of Australian Reading Hour, Story Box Library will be providing free access to an exclusive story before it hits the library shelves! Log in with your library card to listen to …
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If lockdown for you is feeling a little like Groundhog Day – our Library2U delivery service has got you covered. Our Librarian’s Choice option…
… means our Librarians who are absolute experts in all things reading and watching will pick something especially … Beaches for three years. Olga is just one of our amazing Library staff who will choose for you, making your lockdown … up during this lockdown? We work with the music on in the library and I personally love to go walking whenever I can. …
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