your Spring magazine BROUGHT TO YOU BY
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Coogee Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee
your Spring magazine What a time to be alive. 2020 is one special curveball which has changed the way we live forever. While we’ve all been tossed into the same storm, we’re not all in the same boat. Some businesses are booming, others have been severely affected by the enormous social upheaval that is COVID19.
Coogee dentists create gorgeous smiles! The team at Bright Smile Dental Coogee provide pain-free, comfortable dentistry in a relaxing, warm environment. Coogee Dentist Dr Statila Pyke has nearly two decades of experience in Norway, the U.K and Australia and is open, communicative and provides a range of services within general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry. CONTACT US TODAY and speak to one of our friendly, caring team to book your next appointment on 02 9664 3855 BRIGH T SMIL E DEN TAL C O O GEE
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This booklet is brought to you by Coogee Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of the chamber is to help business thrive – not just retailers – but all businesses based in Coogee. Our flagship event is the Taste of Coogee food and wine festival. This year Coogee Oval was refused by council and COVID-schmovid continued to be an unknown entity, so the executive committee of Coogee Chamber decided to cancel Taste of Coogee in 2020 and publish this booklet instead. Hooray for NSW Chamber for giving the grant to make this booklet possible and high fives to all the advertisers, every one of which paid to be in this booklet, including committee members. See page 6 for more about Taste of Coogee, how it is run and why it has been an uphill battle against mystery paddle pop sticks. All coupons and discount vouchers in this free booklet are valid for September and October. The ocean might be cold but the coffee is hot and the restaurants are buzzing. Online stores are beavering away all over Coogee too and Airbnb, hotels and hostels are taking bookings. The doorknobs have been disinfected!
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What we do know is that Spring has sprung and as long as we can all keep socially distancing, like our lives depend on it, we can make the most of the best beach in the east. Coogee Beach.
Bright Smile Dental Coogee
272 Arden Street, Coogee (02) 9664 3855 • brightsmiledental.com.au
We hope you love Coogee in Spring as much as we do. See you on the promenade. #destinationcoogee
President B E R N A D E T T E S U M M E RS @bernadette.summers
Vice President LUCY BLOOM @thelucybloom
Treasurer M A U R I C E M O U N TA I N @bloomsthechemistcoogee
Executive member JO O’BRIEN @platinumrandwick
Executive member BEN FELDMAN @ben.feldman.aus
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
LOCAL LEGENDS
of country
COOGEE
Lions Club
Coogee lies on the land of Bidigal people of the Eora Nation. This beautiful bay was a fishing spot for its original custodians and is named in the local language. Some say it means ‘stinky place’ because seaweed would pile up and bake in the sun once or twice a year. Other elders say the Bidigal language refers to ‘hilly place.’ It’s all uphill from the beautiful sand on Coogee Beach.
Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion. Lions is Australia’s largest service organisation. Coogee Lions Club is a group of local residents on a mission to help those in need and make a difference in our local community. You will often see Coogee Lions volunteers cooking BBQs at local events or selling raffle tickets at the For more information Coogee Bay Hotel. All funds raised go towards the and to find out how to cause and in the in the past year alone Coogee Lions join Coogee Lions visit Club has donated over $30,000 to local projects coogee.nsw.lions.org.au and over $16,000 to the Australian Lions Foundation or follow @Coogeelions on National Bushfire appeal. Facebook or Instagram. Please reuse this card
THIS IS A RANDO ACT OF KINDNE
We live and work on this land and acknowledge the traditional custodians of Country. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community and we pay our respects to them and their culture; and to elders past, present and emerging. Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.
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Bloom has lived a life you can’t make up
So captivating
‘Teaching a child to be kind is a gift to everyone who crosses their path, over an entire lifetime.’ – Jo O’Brien, Director, Platinum Pre School Randwick Why do we do what we do? It is our vocation to work alongside children who are responsible for our future. We take pride in leading by our values, and in the belief in our relationships and partnerships. We set ourselves high expectations and consistently meet them.
FIND OUT MORE AT platinumpreschoolrandwick.com.au
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the opposite as council fees have made the event almost impossible to finance. Hooray for good weather on day two in 2019 which meant those fees were covered by the huge, wonderful attendance on a sunny Sunday.
For the record
Taste of Coogee is the Coogee Chamber of Commerce flagship event which has run since 2013. Its purpose is to bring people to Coogee and support local businesses. In 2020 Taste of Coogee was cancelled for lack of council support. It was first held on Goldstein Reserve but grew too big for that spot. After negotiation with Council and the Randy Petes the event moved to Coogee Oval in 2016. Coogee Oval is a safe, fenced venue which is owned by rates payers - perfect for one weekend a year between the rugby and cricket seasons. However, in April 2020, Council voted to refuse the use of the oval. Reasons given were that it might pose safety concerns for cricketers but was was not elaborated on. The other mystery reason was that “paddle pop sticks emerged through the grass in December”. For an event in September, this seemed fanciful. The chamber was offered Trennery Reserve - the dog park past Wylies Baths, up on the cliff. This venue is too small, has no parking or transport and is an unsafe location. Council has never used Trennery for a major event for all those reasons. Taste of Coogee has paid $33K in fees to Council for 2019 alone. The event is not funded by ratepayers. Quite 6
The cricket pitch is fenced off for the event and any damage to entry ways have always been paid for, repaired and signed off before cricket season. In 2019 this cost only $800 in repairs. The Argentina vs Randwick invitation match the following weekend went ahead and the cricket season launched without a hitch. Go the Randy Petes! In 2017 and 2018, Taste of Coogee gave the Cricket Club a $10K donation, as negotiated by them. When this was not possible in 2019, thanks to council fees, the relationship between the chamber and the cricket club rapidly soured. Not so Randy Petes. Coogee Oval is for all ratepayers. Not just sport. It’s for seniors, families. All of us. 2020 delivered the COVID-curveball and so it turns out that it’s a good year to take a break from a major event. Let’s work together for a fabulous 2021 event. You can help bring Taste of Coogee back to Coogee Oval in 2021. Please let Mayor Danny Said know that the broader community would love to use the oval for one weekend a year. His email address is mayor@randwick.nsw.gov.au or take this survey at coogee.info/TOCsurvey
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by locals for locals and beyond
Free entry for under 18s and seniors
$5 entry for everyone else introduced when council fees were hiked to $25K then again to $34K
$15 to enjoy wine tastings including commemorative cup and a full size drink
Local business owners,
not just retailers on Coogee Bay Road, are always given priority for booking a stall and MORE THAN HALF WERE LOCALS.
Damage to the grass was minor and signed off on as AOK after each event.
There have never been reports of antisocial behaviour. WELL DONE COOGEE!
Major venues report the TOC weekend is one of their BIGGEST weekends of the year
Any profits from this event are held by the Chamber of Commerce and directed towards other chamber initiatives
to help business thrive in Coogee
T H A N K YO U T O T H E C O U N C I L L O RS
who have always supported Taste of Coogee and Coogee Oval as the best venue for this community event Brendan Roberts, Christie Hamiltons and Harry Stavrinos
Over the last 7 years, Taste of Coogee has donated more than $100K to local charities IN 2019 A $5000 DONATION TO THE BANKSIA PROJECT funded the training of 20 new Growth Room facilitators for men’s mental health. See page 8 for more info on the Banksia Project
LOCAL CHARIT Y
MEN’S HEALTH
funded by fun in the sun Coogee Chamber of Commerce chose The Banksia Project as the charity of choice for 2019 and 2020. Focused on early intervention, The Banksia Project runs free community-based programs for men called Growth Rooms. Growth Rooms are peer-to-peer sessions that give men a safe opportunity to come together, connect and support each other in their community. About ten men in each Growth Room meet for about two hours each month to share their experiences and learn practical tools to improve health and wellness. These programs are mates supporting mates, with a psychologist on call too.
To find out more about The Banksia Project visit thebanksiaproject.org.au or contact Jack Jones directly by email jack@thebanksiaproject.org.au
The Banksia Project doesn’t aim to address mental illness and suicide rates directly, rather the Growth Rooms network equips men to be happier and healthier, able to deal with life’s challenges, become more socially connected and lead a life with purpose. This enables prevention of, and recovery from, mental health issues. A $5,000 donation from 2019’s Taste of Coogee Festival funded the training of 20 new community volunteers, which in turn enabled the launch of ten new Growth Rooms in the community. “The widespread impact of these programs is phenomenal, compounding and ultimately hard to measure,” says Program Director, Jack Jones. “However, men from Growth Rooms tell us that it’s become life-changing for them. They’re happier, more resilient and healthier.” Jack Jones (pictured right) and a faithful volunteer for the Banksia Project at Taste of Coogee last year.
Dr Marjorie O'Neill MP Dr Marjorie O'Neill MP Member for Coogee
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LOCAL LEGEND
Coogee powerhouse Bec Brown is the founder and managing director of public relations agency The Comms Department, with team in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane but working globally. Bec represents many well-known brands in the media and corporate world such as iHeartRadio, Bras N Things, hayu, Amazon Prime Video and Australian Radio Network’s KIIS and WSFM. In her down-time, you can often see Bec pounding the pavement around Coogee, which is just as well, as Bec also has exceptional baking skills – the best chocolate brownies in Coogee, if not Sydney! Check out #becbrownbrownies on Instagram for proof. How did this come about Bec? I grew up in the country and my sister and I would bake treats for family and friends with recipes from vintage, ingredient-stained CWA cook-books, handed down from our Grandma. Then 10 years ago when I was a PR at Universal Music, we had an annual record company bake-off and my chocolate brownies were awarded second place by judge (and that year’s Masterchef winner) Julie Goodwin. Rocknroll huh? When I left Universal to set up The Comms Department, the Bec Brown Brownies became our signature gift. I must have baked over 1,000 trays of them over the years.
You’ve Got This: The essential career handbook for creative women by Bec Brown Release date: 15 September 2020 Penguin Books, $29.99 10
How is managing a global empire through the last six months? I’m inspired every day by the creativity, adaptability, kindness, stoicism and resilience of my team, our clients, our media friends, our local community, and other professionals and business owners all over the world. Working in PR is already a 24/7 job, especially when you work in crisis communications like we do. Throw in a pandemic and, safe to say, it’s been relentless. It’s been helpful – now more than ever - to remember that while we can’t control what happens to us, we can control
And if you weren’t busy enough, you’re soon to be an author of a new book? You’ve Got This – the essential career guide for creative women is out September 15 through Penguin and is for anyone wanting to succeed in their career or business. It’s full of tips and real-life stories on what works and what doesn’t (many of those based on my own shocking mistakes, which I’m very honest about!). With this ongoing global event that has left the Aussie job-market so uncertain, it’s a timely guide that offers practical solutions and easy-toaction advice, to help people reach their creative and earning potential and find career fulfilment, minus the anxiety or burn out. I wrote it as many graduates, young professionals and those wanting to start their own business were coming to me for advice, so it was time to compile that knowledge. I had a rough time navigating my career in my late teens and twenties and often felt rudderless. I wish someone had handed me a book like You’ve Got This as practical and honest advice from someone who’d gone before me would have been a game-changer. Ultimately, if this book can help just one other person to not go through some of the angst that I did, it’s done its job. Part author proceeds will be donated to two charities that support women - Fitted for Work and Life Changing Experiences. It’s also been beautifully illustrated and reads more like a magazine than a book, so it’s an enjoyable read - Vanessa McCarthy from Tone Studio, another Coogee local, helped to bring the design of the book to life.
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our reaction to it. And knowing that we’re really helping our clients navigate through this challenging period makes it all worthwhile.
My Coogee Top 5
Bec Brown FAV E D I N N E R S P O T ? Osteria Coogee’s Italian is spectacular. Their octopus, melanzana, and slowcooked lamb are sublime and their team are so passionate about their food. B E S T P L AC E T O G R A B A D R I N K? I love the cocktail bar Will’s on the middle level of Coogee Pavilion. It’s a quiet oasis, the drinks are expertly made and there’s an excellent non-alcoholic selection if you so desire. FAVO U R I T E C O F F E E S P O T ? X74 on Bream Street - the coffee is strong and their takeaway service is fast. B E S T T R E AT ? I’d never say no to a chocolate cronut from The Grumpy Baker or a scrambled egg croissant from The Diver Café. W H AT D O YO U L OV E A B O U T LIVING IN COOGEE? I’ve lived in the area for 14 years now and, as a kid who grew up on a farm hundreds of kilometres from water, I still pinch myself every day that I get to call this my home. Walking along Coogee Cliffs and feeling like you’re in an ocean-fronted national park and having the luxury of choosing whether to swim at the beach, Gordon’s Bay, Giles Baths, McIver’s Ladies Baths or Wylie’s – it’s got to be the best backyard in the world. The sense of community here is also wonderful, it often feels like a big country town. 11
L O C A L FAV O U R I T E
OSTERIA’S
Sicilian Margarita Before you get started, place your cocktail glasses into the fridge, or even better, the freezer. INGREDIENTS 40ml 100% Blue Agave Blanco Tequila (we use El Jimador) 20ml Limoncello 10ml Sugar syrup 2 dashes orange bitters 2 dashes angostura bitters 30ml fresh lime juice* METHOD · Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker. · Prepare your glasses with a salt rim. · Fill your shaker with ice and shake. · The aim is to chill, dilute and aerate the liquid inside, and in order to fully aerate the cocktail it needs to be
shaken violently, so put your back into it and shake hard for about 15 seconds. · Strain into the chilled glasses and enjoy! *Use a citrus press to squeeze your limes. Using a citrus reamer doesn’t release as much oil from the skin of the lime, and you lose a lot of the aromas that are key to a great Margarita.
OS T ERIA C O O GEE
FREE
SICILIAN MARGARITA* with every tasting menu purchased in September.
*For groups of up to 6pax only. Bookings essential. One coupon per booking.
Osteria Coogee
31 Alfreda St, Coogee, Coogee (02) 9665 6797 • osteriacoogee.com 13
WAT ER JUS T AIN’ T WAT ER
C O O GEE P HYSIOT HER AP Y
FREE
INITIAL APPOINTMENT FOR THE
PRICE OF A FOLLOW-UP!*
ALKALINE IONIZED WATER TRIAL * Curious about trying fresh Alkaline Ionised water from home? Free Alkaline Ionized Water Trials available during September and October.
Coogee Physio is offering an initial appointment for new or existing patients with a new injury for the price of a follow-up appointment.
Water Just Ain’t Water
LU CK Y CAT DUMP L ING B AR
20% OFF TOTAL BILL
Just the best dumplings and cocktails on Coogee Bay Road.
Contact Ben Feldman 0417 616 969
*Limited offer valid for the month of September and October 2020. All you have to do is mention this coupon at the time of booking. You can book online via our website, Facebook or Instagram pages or give us call 9665 7658.
Valid September and October 2020 with this coupon.
CHURR A S C O C O O GEE
BROWN S U G AR HAIR & BE AU T Y
T ELS T R A R ANDWICK
ONE FREE GLASS
20% OFF
20% OFF TECHNOLOGY ACCESSORIES
benfeldman@waterjustaintwater.com 0417 616 969 • waterjustaintwater.com
OF WINE OR SOFT DRINK WITH A BBQ MEAL.
HAIR COLOURING SERVICES
Churrasco is a family owned and operated Brazilian style BBQ restaurant, in the heart of Coogee. After a tough, past, 12 months that saw a fire, lengthy repair works and delays due to COVID-19... We are extremely excited to be reopened!
for Coogee Locals throughout September and October 2020.
Churrasco Coogee
240 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee (02) 9665 6535 • churrasco.com.au
Valid September and October 2020 with this coupon.
Is your view better than ours?
Kieran and Frances Hickey are locals and proud owners of Telstra Store Randwick and Telstra Store Maroubra. Show this voucher for your 20% discount on technology accessories.
Offer applies to new guests only and is only valid Monday to Friday. Appointment must include at least one colour service. Discount cannot be redeemed on packages or with any other promotion.
Telstra Store Randwick, 48 Belmore Rd, Randwick Telstra Store Maroubra (Pacific Square), 16/737 Anzac Parade, Maroubra Junction
T HE B ONDI SHOE CLUB
C O O GEE L EGION CLUB
$20 OFF
FREE DRINK
a pair of colourful canvas shoes! The perfect weekend slip ons! Use code COOGEE20 at check out.
Come on in to the Coogee Legion Club, relax with a free drink on us and enjoy the views over Coogee Beach.
Visitors and guests always welcome Amazing views • Free WiFi • *Live Entertainment • *Functions/Events Casual and relaxed dining • OPEN 7 days • Lunch and dinner from 12 midday
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*Subject to NSW Govt. COVID-19 Restrictions • 200 Arden Street, Coogee • ph 9665 5151 • coogeelegionclub.com.au
Expires October 31st 2020.
Valid with this voucher for September and October 2020.
FNK Y MNK Y
CA Z AC T HE ART OF HAIR
$100
20% OFF
DRINKS CREDIT* Book your event at FNKY MNKY for a minimum of 10 people and receive a drinks credit valued at $100*
Minimum beverage spend $650. Valid until 31 December 2020.
ALL PRODUCTS
When you come into our store with a voucher.
Offer is valid September – October 2020.
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Coogee Physiotherapy
252 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee (02) 9664 2612 • @theluckycat.coogee
8 Malabar Road, South Coogee (02) 9665 7658 • coogeephysio.com.au
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246 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee (02) 9665 5669 • brownsugarhair.com.au
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200 Arden Street, Coogee (02) 9665 5151 • coogeelegionclub.com.au
Business Directory INSIDE:
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The Bondi Shoe Club
1 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW @thebondishoeclub • thebondishoeclub.com
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Telstra
48 Belmore Road, Randwick • (02) 9399 3647 16/737 Anzac Parade, Maroubra • (02) 9564 8200
GILES BATHS
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Cazac the art of hair 11 Havelock Avenue, Coogee (02) 9665 5735
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Level 1, 186 Arden Street, Coogee (02) 9665 3663 • fnkymnky.com.au
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Coogee Bay Road 23 Coogee Bay Hotel 24 Coogee Bay Sports Bar 25 Bottle Shop 26 Westpac Bank 27 Nail Xpressions 28 Zambrero 29 Vacant 30 Ezy Mart 31 Australia Post 32 Priceline Pharmacy 33 Mogo Mogo Café 34 Cargo Store 35 Love Hope & Flowers 36 Cali Press 37 Gusto Espresso Bar 38 MangaSushi 39 Vacant 40 Burger Barell 41 Tropicana Café 42 Vacant 43 Little L 44 Coogee Fish Shop 45 Coogee Family Medical Centre 46 Commonwealth Bank 47 Adina Apartments and Hotel 48 Spice Thai Cuisine
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98 Flavour of North India 99 Kingsmore Meat 100 Churrasco 101 Moo Burgers 102 Milky Lane 103 Brown Sugar Hair 104 La Spiaggia 105 City Mart 106 Lucky Cat Dumplings 107 Fishbowl 108 Melonhead 109 Coogee Courtyard 110 Gelatissimo 111 Douglass Hanly Moir Pathology 112 Beach Burrito Co. 113 Erciyes Turkish Kebab 114 City Convenience 115 Xcel Roll 116 Jack’s Birds Coogee
GILES Mount Street BATHS 117 Coogee Medical Centre
Brook Street 190 Dan Murphy’s Coogee 118 Aussie Outdoor Gear 119 Miri’s Creche & Kindy Carr Street 120 Dr. Ross M Toll Dental Surgeon 121 Coogee Diggers 122 Coogee Public School 123 St. Nicolas’ Pre School 124 Coogee Dental Surgery 125 Coogee View Hotel & Apartments 126 Sugarcane 127 Black Boho Havelock Avenue 128 Flying Cheetah Noodle Bar 129 Café de France 130 Kaufland Express 131 EzyMart 132 Cutthroat’s Barber Shop & Shaving Parlour 13 Ambition Fashion 134 Cazac The Art of Hair & Make Up 135 Xtend Barre 136 Brett Lucas Property Management 137 Sullivan’s Accountancy
142 Laundry 143 Coogee Refill 144 The Wright Physio 145 Conella Motors 146 Arden House 147 Dudley St Doctors 148 Coogee Gym Arden Street 149 Bright Smile Dental 150 Richardson & Wrench 151 Bananapalm Vietnamese 152 Washroom 153 City Mart 154 The Diver Café 155 George’s Coiffure 156 Hairdresser 157 Crowne Plaza 158 Ocean Bar 159 Dive Hotel 160 Liquor Barn 161 Little Jack Horner 162 Andersen’s of Denmark 163 Betty’s Burgers 164 Coogee Legion Club 165 Steve & Marli 166 Barber Bar 167 Convenience Store 168 McDonald’s 169 Mad Monkey Hostel 170 FNKY MNKY 171 Phillips Pantzer Donnelley 172 Coogee Beach House Hostel 173 Xochi Nail Bar 174 Maya Thai Massage 175 Peach Hair 176 Oporto Chicken & Burgers 177 Coogee Kiosk 178 Chish & Fips 179 Coogee Boutique Hair.Face.Body 180 Coogee Podiatry 181 LivedIn Coogee 182 Thai Massage 183 Banyan Tree Thai Cuisine 184 Little Kitchen Café 185 Visions Hair Bazaar
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Beach Street South 186 The Sanctuary at Coogee Beach 187 Grand Pacific on the Beach 188 The Living Room 189 Barzura
WYLIE’S BATHS
Dudley Street 138 Poke 139 Coogee Bay Physio 140 Background HQ 141 Vacant
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C O O GEE SURF & C O
10% OFF
COOGEE CHAMBER
TOP 10
reasons to become a member
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TO JOIN COOGEE CHAMBER OF C O M M E RC E scan this code, visit coogee.info/join or email hello@coogee.info
Located near the beach in Coogee, Coogee Surf & Co is a surf lifestyle store offering a considered selection of all the best surf, fashion and lifestyle brands.
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It’s fun. You will meet more local business people, share more learnings and be part of a group of most excellent business owners.
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The chamber promotes you and your business through all its communication channels: booklets like this one, social media, newsletters, website and at networking events throughout the year.
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You’ll gain access to intel on the area including who’s moving into the precinct and what changes might have an impact on your business.
Together we achieve much more than flying solo. In 2005, and still current today, the chamber protected local business’ and the beach from having parking meters installed. The only meters you will find in Coogee are in the council carparks.
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Coogee Chamber members automatically gain access to all the benefits offered by Business NSW including a business information hotline,
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networking and education events, business magazine and other goodies.
New members receive a free promotional interview-style video for use wherever you like. Priority booking and positioning at Taste of Coogee and other major events.
An invitation to the best Christmas drinks in Coogee - usually held at Wileys Baths.
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Chamber’s local referral base creates connections that translate to business. Free workshops at our monthly networking events.
*Check with your accountant. We can recommend several in Coogee :)
10% OFF EVERYTHING
Mediterranean organic cuisine right by the beach.
Valid with coupon September and October 2020.
10% OFF Every item we have in our store when you come in with a voucher during September and October 2020.
KINGS MORE ME ATS
MIL K Y L ANE C O O GEE
$10 OFF
15% OFF
Ethically farmed and locally sourced. Premium meats, home delivered.
Dining in only - Bookings must be made directly.
Spend $100, we’ll take $10 off when you come in to our store during September and October 2020 with this voucher.
Valid September and October 2020 with this coupon.
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FREE
1 DAY FREE PASS
WHEN YOU SPEND OVER $100 When you’re a member of Coogee Chamber of Commerce you gain some unexpected benefits for your taxdeductible* annual fee.
S T E VIE & MARL I
MISO SOUP*
Spend $20 or more and recieve a free miso soup! Pick up in store only.
TOTAL BILL
AT TITAN FITNESS. Full access to all 4 levels.
Offer is valid for September and October 2020. Please bring your voucher with you
Terms & Conditions apply. Feel free to contact us for more information
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C O O GEE HAIR & B ODY B OU T IQUE
FREE GLASS
20% OFF
OF WINE ON WEEKENDS
FULL CUT & COLOUR*
Enjoy a complimentary Glass of Petit Cordon by Maison Mumm when dining at Estate Kitchen for lunch on weekends from 12 – 3pm. Bookings are essential and are to be made via estatecoogee.com. Offer is valid from 1 September to 30 November 2020. Estate is located at 242 Arden St, Coogee, NSW 2034.
*Offer is valid for September and October 2020 with a voucher.
Stevie & Marli
3/190 Arden Street, Coogee @stevieandmarli • stevieandmarli.com
Milky Lane Coogee
244 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee (02) 8960 0454 • milkylane.co/restaurants/coogee
Titan Fitness
29-31 Alfreda Street, Coogee (02) 9665 4058 • titanfitness.com.au
Coogee Hair & Body Boutique Shop 3 / 56 Carr Street, Coogee (02) 9315 7013 • coogeeboutique.com.au
Coogee Surf & Co
228 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee (02) 9665 3264 • coogeesurfco.com
Kingsmore Meats
236 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee (02) 9664 1051 • kingsmore.com.au
Manga Sushi
209B Coogee Bay Road, Coogee (02) 8384 9010 • mangasushi.com.au
Estate
242 Arden Street, Coogee (02) 93159179 • estatecoogee.com
COOGEE CHAMBER
COOGEE CHAMBER
START UP
SMART
Meet Up
Chat
This regular evening networking event is run in a different Coogee venue each month. It’s especially for business owners in the local area and has produced some fanstastic opportunities by way of referals worth more than $200K!
Smart Chat is a free networking event generously hosted by Coogee Pavillion. We meet on the first Thursday of the month at 8am for some solid networking with local business people. Bring your smarts for a chat over coffee to expand your networks right here by the beach.
If you would like this event to be hosted in your Coogee venue, please get in touch hello@coogee.info.
There are so many business owners in Coogee who are not retailers, hoteliers or restauranteurs. There are charities and not-for-profits, property developers, authors, publishers, digital marketers, fashion brands, childcare professionals, academics and so much more.
Start Up Meet Up is coordinated by Ben Feldman @ben.feldman.aus
SmartChat is coordinated by Jo O’Brien @platinumrandwick
my other address adinahotels.com Enjoy 30%* off best available rates Enter promo code “Taste of Coogee” when booking online.
Terms & conditions apply. Subject to availability. Valid only from 1/8/20 to 30/10/20.
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LOCAL LEGEND
AMANDA KELLER
talk of the town
Coogee’s favourite local celebrity Amanda Keller a woman of many talents; radio host of the multi award winning radio show in Sydney, WSFM’s Jonesy & Amanda in the Morning (now in its 15th year), television host of several shows on Network Ten, and author just to name a few. Amanda is often spotted walking her gorgeous pooch ‘Mini’ around the Coogee coastline and she’s been a regular at Taste of Coogee, hosting our very first cocktail event back in 2013 and has been spotted sampling her favourite foods and wines at a few events since.
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important to me because I want my children to see I have a happy, healthy work life.” What’s been your biggest career highlight, besides meeting Barry Manilow? I have lots of career highlights, but I am so excited by the fact that I have had such a rewarding and fulfilling career and I am still being given new and exciting challenges both on radio and TV. Jonesy & Amanda in the Morning has been on WSFM for 15 years and to have that longevity is a huge achievement in breakfast radio and I love every minute of it. And I am still getting the opportunity with Channel 10 to do fun things with The Living Room and Dancing with the Stars. I often think of my mum, who had to quit her job when she got married because women couldn’t work in a bank when they were married back then, and it’s remarkable how just one generation later our lives are so different. I have been able to follow my passion and pursue a career in media and entertainment, have a family and continue to work on interesting and exciting opportunities well into my 50s. I feel incredibly lucky. Congratulations to you and your husband Harley on recently celebrating 30 years of marriage, and you’ve raised two amazing boys, with a stellar radio and television career. What is the secret to keep it all going? I’ve learnt over the years to simply not overanalyse the day to day of our relationship. I feel much calmer when I just let life happen and enjoy having Harley by my side. One week we might be cranky at each other but the next week will be great. It all evens out.
Congratulations on an amazing career Amanda, you have a very full workload, what keeps you motivated? Staying focused on the positives in life and the things you can control. I get up ridiculously early for breakfast radio and if you always give in to ‘feeling terrible’ or ‘feeling tired’ it will take over and sap the joy out of your day. I am better at managing my time and taking care of myself more now that my kids are older, so I will find time to exercise in the afternoon or have a nap if I need one which makes a big difference. I also probably look busier than I am.
We are good together; we are great parents together and we are there for each other. In terms of the secret to keeping in all going? I have no idea!
My work on radio – Jonesy & Amanda on WSFM – is every morning but TV isn’t every day, so I am home for dinner with my family most evenings which is
Look for the joy as often as you can, don’t sweat the small stuff and make the time to take care of yourself because when you don’t is when the wheels really do fall off!
My Coogee Top 5
manda Keller
FAV E D I N N E R S P O T ? La Spiaggia is our go to family dinner spot! B E S T P L AC E T O G R A B A D R I N K? Coogee Pavilion. FAV O U R I T E COFFEE SPOT? After a walk with friends I love having a coffee outside Coogee Bite. B E S T T R E AT ? Croissants from San Antonio Sourdough Bakery. W H AT D O YO U L OV E ABOUT LIVING IN COOGEE? Not far from the city, but you’ve got the world’s best views and slightly daggy atmosphere. Perfect for family life.
wsfm.com.au @amandarosekeller
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L O C A L FAV O U R I T E
LA SPIAGGIA’S
Gnocchi al Pomodoro
Longevity is rare in the restaurant business, which is where La Spiaggia stands apart. In the same ownership at 248 Coogee Bay Road since 1993, it is Coogee’s oldest Italianowned, Italian-operated restaurant, and one of the longest continually running restaurants in the suburb.
·B ring a pot of well-salted water to the boil.
GNOCCHI INGREDIENTS 1kg Desirée potatoes 300g plain flour 1 egg 50g finely grated parmesan cheese 1 tbsp salt
SUGO DI POMODOR0 E BASILICO (Classic tomato sugo) INGREDIENTS Extra-virgin olive oil 1 small brown onion 1kg Italian peeled tomotoes Salt (to season) Fresh basil leaves, chopped
METHOD · Place unpeeled potatoes in a large pot of salted cold water, ensuring they are completed submerged. Bring to the boil and cook for about 35 minutes, or until completely tender and easily pierced with a fork.
· Place the gnocchi into the boiling water. As soon as they rise to the surface, or vengomo a galla, the gnocchi are cooked. · Add to the tomato sugo immediately.
METHOD · Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. · Finely dice the onion, add to the oil and fry until golden/brown.
· Add the peeled tomatoes and salt and simmer for about an hour., stirring frequently (add water as required if the sauce becomes too thick). · Toss in the chopped basil, simmer for a further 10 minutes. Season to taste. · Add the gnocchi, stir, and serve with shaved or grated parmesan. Serves 4–6 The key to perfect gnocchi is the ratio of potato to flour – the more flour added, the more chewy the end product. Most people enjoy their gnocchi light and fluffy, so the less flour added the better. However, adding too little flour can cause the gnocchi to fall apart during boiling. Often, the best way to proceed is to make a single piece of gnocchi and boil it. If it stays together, you’ve got the consistency right.
· Drain and allow to cool just enough that they can be handled and peeled. · Once peeled, finely mash into a large bowl. · Add the flour, egg, salt and parmesan cheese. Gently mix by hand to a soft dough, adding a little extra flour if too sticky. Don’t overwork the dough or the gnocchi will become tough. · Form the dough into a ball and place on a well-floured surface. · Break off a handful and, using both hands, roll into a long narrow rope (about thumb thickness). La Spiaggia Wood-fired pizza & classic Italian dishes served on two floors with polished decor. 248 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee (02) 9665 4660 laspiaggia.com.au 28
· Cut the rope into 2cm-long parcels (these will be your gnocchi pieces). · Using a gnocchi paddle (or the inside of a fork), roll each parcel against your thumb into a gnocchi shape and place on a floured baking tray. 29
to Oahu in Hawaii, a swim that went for 20 hours - five of which was with this shark. I have a very healthy respect for sharks but never let the Hollywood depiction of them spook me. Sharks live in the ocean and long distance channel swimming can only be done in their ocean. If you have an irrational fear of sharks, then perhaps tennis is the sport for you. LOCAL LEGEND
DEAN SUMMERS
Not your average morning dip Newly adopted local legend Dean (Summers) Swimmer is an open water swimming champion. Dean is set to conquer the ‘Oceans Seven’ a series of 7 International swims that test bravery, strength and determination. Dean has completed 6 of the 7, the last one the Tsugaru Strait in Japan, was set to take place in 2020. Dean has even circumnavigated Manhattan Island in New York and a suite of other distance swims but channel swimming is his passion. Dean is also the National Coordinator of the International Transport Workers Federation, the ITF, who represents and defends the world’s 1.3 million seafarers including the recent Rudy Princess fiasco. Only a handful of people in the world have completed the ‘Oceans Seven’ and only a few other Australians. What keeps you motived Dean? I am motivated by the swim squad I train with and that is Vladswim. The head coach, Vlad Mravec, is a dynamic and inspirational figure who has more than 57 English Channel swimmers in his stable. I’ve been with some of these swimmers for more than six years and we provide each other with support and inspiration along the way. I’m also inspired by others have gone before me and the knowledge that the human body can be pushed further and further with each new generation of swimmers. We have to mention sharks? One of the most fascinating experience I’ve had is swimming just above a 14-foot Oceanic whitetip in my swim across from Molokai 30
How is the training going? What is a normal swim for you? Like almost everything in our normal lives COVID-19 has impacted our sport. As swimming pools have closed, we have had to break from the monotony of swimming laps but in normal times a training week would be four sessions of 6 kilometres followed by ocean swims on the weekend of up to 20 kilometres. I’ve taken this time to conduct a bit of maintenance on my shoulder and have enjoyed swimming in Gordons Bay and Coogee at every opportunity. How are you liking your move to Coogee? My wife Kylie and I moved to Coogee almost two years ago to be closer to the water and to access the beautiful beach and bays. Not a day goes by when we don’t remind ourselves that we’ve made the right decision particularly in these difficult CV 19 days. The swim around Coogee presents a different experience every single day and the changing weather conditions simply add to the adventure, but it is always wonderful. There is a group of us who like to swim to the back of Wedding Cake island, to Shark point and back to Coogee quite often swinging into Gordon’s Bay and down to Lurline Bay so we have gotten to know it pretty well.
My Coogee Top 5
Dean Summers M Y FAVO U R I T E S P O T S Coogee Beach Gordons Bay Sugar Cane FAV E D I N N E R S P O T ? Barzurra B E S T P L AC E T O G R A B A D R I N K? In my backyard looking over Gordons Bay FAVO U R I T E C O F F E E S P O T ? Jerry’s coffee at Chish and Fips in the park. I’ve spent hours on the grass with friends congratulating ourselves on each swim. Jerry, Michel, Bella and the gang are always happy and accommodating. W H AT D O YO U L OV E A B O U T LIVING IN COOGEE? Coogee, for us has been immediately accepting and inclusive. We feel like we belong to this beachside village and it’s such a welcome change from a work life in the city. It’s a little sheltered but that’s what everyone is looking for in society today I think.
swimdean.com @swimdean07
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Barzura is famous for their Nasi Goreng as well as an extensive Modern Australian menu, relaxed family vibe, professional and friendly service and, of course, breathtaking views of Coogee Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
The Bounceback Project
Ingredients 80g chicken breast 20g bacon onion, carrot & zucchini 1 tsp nasi goreng paste 20ml kecap manis Garlic, shallots & coriander 10ml fish sauce I egg 2 cups of jasmine rice
Barzura Signature Dish Since 1994
L O C A L FAV O U R I T E
BARZURA’S
Nasi Goreng
· Nasi goreng, literally meaning “fried rice” in Indonesian, can refer simply to fried pre-cooked rice, a meal including stir fried rice in small amount of cooking oil or margarine, typically spiced with kecap manis (sweet soy sauce), shallot, garlic, tamarind and chilli and accompanied with other ingredients, particularly egg, chicken and prawns. · Nasi goreng is considered the national dish of Indonesia. There are many Indonesian cuisines but few national dishes. Indonesia’s national dish knows no social barriers.
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COMPLIMENTARY
BLOODY MARY when you order a Nasi Goreng.
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Barzura
Available everyday from 7am-5pm. Valid 1 Sept - 31 Oct 2020. This voucher may not be exchanged for cash or credit, may not be used in conjunction with other offers or on public holidays.
62 Carr Street, Coogee Beach (02) 9665 5546 • barzura.com.au
EL L A B ACHE C O O GEE L O C A L U P DAT E
INTERNATIONAL ATTRACTION
COOGEE
Sydney dive wreck The Gordons Bay Scuba Diving Club (GBSDC) has been working with the Coogee Chamber of Commerce and the local community to establish a dive wreck for Coogee.
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Furthermore, the wreck will assist biodiversity by acting as an artificial reef for fish and marine life. It’s a win for the environment and the local economy. For more information you can contact John Rowe, Marine Scientist Founder, Gordons Bay Scuba Diving Club Inc. jcprowe@bigpond.net.au +61 412 099 453 34
The proposal is based on a decommissioned Navy ship being made available by the Federal Government and the NSW Government taking up the costs of preparing the dive wreck. See a detailed plan gordonsbayscubadivingclub.com or facebook.com/SydneyDiveWreck
ON A 1 HOUR FACIAL
One hour facial with added hydration shot and warm oil massage. Local Deal Price $100. Was $140. Bring this coupon or mention the Taste of Coogee Spring Magazine to claim. Valid September and October 2020.
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ELL A BACHÉ COOGEE T: (02) 9315 7585 A5 Half Ad.pdf 1 2/08/2020 11:47:59 AM NSW 2034 Shop 9, 180 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee W: coogee.ellabache.com.au *This is a non Ella Baché core treatment.
Sunk 4km off the Coogee coastline, there will be no visibility of the wreck from the beach, preserving the natural beauty and amenity of the area.
This will be an asset to Sydney and the one million Australians who dive and snorkel every year. Our proposal estimates local business revenue over a fiveyear period of between $12.5m- $48m.
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G I F T V O U C H E R S A VA I L A B L E
Over twelve intentionally sunk dive wrecks in Australia bring in millions of dollars to local economies. The GBSDC believes that a dive wreck is a much better option than just selling the ship for scrap as was the case with the ex HMAS Sydney.
A properly managed dive wreck has the potential for over 100 years of useful life and will provide recreational activity and economic benefits for generations to come.
Experts in superior facial and body treatments
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Shop 9, 180 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee (02) 9315 7585 • coogee.ellabache.com.au
L O C A L U P DAT E
WYLIES BATHS
soldiers on
Wileys is open every day of the year. But during 2020, the heritagelisted tidal pool in Coogee has been closed for more than 140 days. Initially the baths were closed in the interests of public health. Then Randwick Council extended the closure with a public works project to plug holes in the pool and add a drain valve and deep-water stairs. “We’ve made the most of our 140+ days of repairs and maintenance. While Council works were underway, the Wylie’s Baths Trust undertook additional projects and staff moved into caretaker mode. This included painting, landscaping, cleaning, grant writing, marquee replacement and more,” said Courtney Tallon, of Wileys Baths. The sea pool and timber decks at Wileys are more than 110 years old. This is the pool’s second global pandemic and fourth round of largescale repairs since it was opened in 1907. Wylie’s and its patrons have weathered many storms together and will weather many more.
wylies.com.au @WyliesBaths
Run for Autism
20 September – 20 October 2020 This is your chance to do something fun, get fit and join the movement to empower those living on the autism spectrum!
Register now and use your steps to power us forward! Scan this code to find out more, or visit autismmates.org.au
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L O C A L U P DAT E
FACELIFT
for an old beauty Locals and visitors swim safely at Coogee Beach, thanks for the Surf Life Saving Club. The first clubhouse was a wooden shack, built in 1910. Coogee Surf Club has always been a trailblazer with Australia’s first mass rescue, night surf carnival, major surf carnivals and the development of the resuscitation technique all happening at Coogee. In 2020 the Club House is undergoing a major redevelopment. In future it will look far more modern than it did in this picture taken by Arthur Ernest Foster from the collections of the State Library of NSW.
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Thinking of selling? Coogee’s property market is solid.
AVERAGE SOLD PRICES FOR COOGEE
The Eastern beaches property market continues to be resilient in what has been a year like no other. Contact me to discuss your property.
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$1.5m
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Bernadette Summers, Property Partner M 0408 115 672 E bernadettesummers@theagency.com.au facebook.com/easternbeachespropertyspecialist @bernadette.summers
FOR YOUR FREE C OP Y of my preparing for sale tips, call me on 0408 115 672 or email bernadettesummers@theagency.com.au