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Building momentum to make housing more affordable
Locals seeking affordable homes could soon benefit from a major initiative on the Northern Beaches. A new planning proposal is being prepared for the NSW Government that will set out updated requirements for developers to contribute to affordable housing.
… for affordable housing, this new proposal aims to make things fairer for everyone looking for a place to call home. …
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Last minute gift ideas for Father’s Day
Father's Day is this Sunday 4 September and if you need a last minute gift idea, you can get your hands on a winning Father's Day gift within a stone…
Father's Day is this Sunday 4 September and if you need a last minute gift idea, you can get your hands on a winning Father's Day gift within a stone’s throw! There are so many great ideas and experiences right here on the Beaches. Think a private lesson …
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Be inspired by the Curly composters
In NSW, more than a third of the waste we send to landfill is food. That adds up to about $10 billion worth of good food that’s being thrown away every…
In NSW, more than a third of the waste we send to landfill is food. That adds up to about $10 billion worth of good food that’s being thrown away every year. 1 Once in landfill, food waste can release methane, a harmful greenhouse gas 25 times more …
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Collection 100: Search is on for gallery supporters
We are celebrating 100 years of public collecting at Manly Art Gallery & Museum (MAG&M), and we need your help to keep the spirit of generosity alive.
MAG&M, Collection 100, Manly Art Gallery & Museum, MAG&M Society, Jude Rae … Jude Rae, Work in progress, SL490 (with loud hailer), 2024 … We are celebrating 100 years of public collecting at Manly Art Gallery & Museum (MAG&M), and we need your help to …
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Pack it, stack it, chill it - 8 essential tips to make your food last longer and save money
Without realising, many of us spend thousands of dollars each year on food that is never used. This out-of-date, excess and leftover food waste counts for approximately half of our household garbage bins, decomposing in landfill and creating greenhouse gases. Follow these 8 essential tips to help your food last longer and save you cash.
… spoil dates - Best before and use by dates mean different things. The former is a guide only and most items – except …
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Ever wondered how our iconic rockpools are cleaned?
Our 15 rockpools offer more than just natural beauty; they provide a unique swimming experience much loved by locals and visitors.
With 15 rockpools across the Beaches, there’s a lot that goes into keeping them sparkly. So how do we clean them? Our crews start by draining the pool before low tide. A high pressure hose removes any algae. We sweep sand and seaweed to the drain to be …
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Celebrating our endangered local wetlands
Plants and animals abound at our four significant local wetland areas thanks to an ongoing collaboration between Council and the NSW Environmental Trust’s Saving our Species program.
Have you spotted a Powerful Owl, heard the croak of a Taylor’s Laughing Tree Frog or photographed the distinct leaves of a Swamp Mahogany? Maybe you’ve caught a glimpse of a Sugar Glider, Goshawk or a Green Tree Snake? These are just a handful of the vast …
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Celebrating 6 years of wetland wins during Biodiversity Month
For six years, Council has restored Northern Beaches wetlands, which are vital habitats for birds, bats, turtles, and frogs. And this month we're celebrating this as part of biodiversity month.
For the past 6 years, Northern Beaches Council has been quietly working some serious magic in our local wetlands. Thanks to support from the NSW Environmental Trust’s Saving our Species grant, Council has been restoring and protecting some of the most …
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Design a Bookmark Competition Winners
Well done to everyone that entered the Design a Bookmark Competition over the April school holidays. We have poured over the fantastic designs and we are…
Well done to everyone that entered the Design a Bookmark Competition over the April school holidays. We have poured over the fantastic designs and we are delighted to announce the winners: Lucinda Mastio , age 16 for A Thousand Pieces of You by Claudia …
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Must-read YA stories about all kinds of love
Our librarians have put together this list of young adult novels that explore all types of love in celebration of Library Lovers' Day.
… novels that explore all types of love in celebration of Library Lovers' Day. Most Likely , Sarah Watson In 2049, as …
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