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HISTORY Aboriginal Peoples Around Lane Cove

COVER FEATURE Photographer Lando Rossi, Capturing Events And Moments In Time | Misunderstood Magpies

FEATURE Ghastly Ghostly Sites Of Sydney

FEATURE Murder Most Foul: The Historic Lane Cove Mystery

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HELLO and welcome to the latest 2066 magazine. We’re pleased to bring you edition #4 and hope you enjoy the articles, assorted life tips and link-ups with local businesses and community organisations.

Warmer weather is here and as the Covid-19 lockdowns begin to ease we’re hoping to resume life under a ‘new normal’ soon: dining out, catching up with friends, and enjoying our ancient river, parks and wildlife - social distancing permitting.

Talking about wildlife - the residents of Johnston Crescent and Tantallon Road area of Lane Cove North have recently experienced the call of nature, and very close calls they have been too!

When I say “duck!”, you know to drop down to avoid a low-flying object. But when it’s a two-tone dive-bombing avian, it would be more appropriate to yell “magpie!”

Spring has sprung and territorial magpies are swooping again, protecting their nests from perceived threats. Although, as you’ve probably heard on the national news, Lane Cove’s infamous diving duo can’t distinguish between friend or foe and have inflicted a few injuries.

Taking a cue from porcupines, I’ve modified my cycling helmet with a cluster of plastic cable-ties (bought from Bunnings - see photo), which, like the quills on an echidna, act as a deterrent to swooping magpies, who suspect they’re spikes.

Our cover article on misunderstood magpies offers a few more tips on ducking, er, magpie-ing from those defensive divers.

Also inside, we focus on a fellow who focuses for a living: Lando Rossi, a Lane Cove-based photographer; shudder at a murder mystery in Stringybark Creek; tiptoe through a few spooky sites with ghastly ghouls; and learn about Indigenous peoples who once dwelled around Lane Cove River. We’ve also listed a few Indigenous sites with rock engravings or signs of Aboriginal occupation - all within the 5km radius allowed for exercise under Covid-19 regulations.

All this and more.. We trust you’ll enjoy reading this 2066 as much as we’ve enjoyed putting it together.

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HISTORY HISTORY: ABORIGINAL PEOPLES

AROUND LANE COVE

Fishing by Torchlight, Other Aborigines beside Camp Fires Cooking Fish. Joseph Lycett, 1817, National Library of Australia

By Alec Smart

When Europeans arrived in January 1788 to establish their penal colony, there were an estimated 29 Aboriginal clans resident throughout what came to be known as greater Sydney. They spoke several dialects from two main language groups: Dharug, which encompassed the northern and southern shores of the harbour and extended west to the Blue Mountains; and Dharawal, which began on the southern shores of Kamay (Botany Bay) and extended south to Jervis Bay region.

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THE northern shoreline of Sydney Harbour, from east of the Lane Cove River (Turranburra) around to Manly Cove (Kayeemy), was historically occupied by the Cammeraygal clan, from where we get the suburb name Cammeray.

The west bank of Lane Cove River and the region from Woolwich peninsula (Moco Boula) inland to Ryde, including the north shore of Parramatta River, was occupied by the Wallumedegal, named after the Dharug word for snapper fish, Wallumai.

Northwards, around the upper reaches of the Lane Cove River and throughout the forested hills and valleys of the upper North Shore around Killara (meaning ‘permanent’), the Durramurragal clans ranged - this is where we get the suburb name Turramurra, meaning “big hill”.

Despite the vast distances between them, overlapping clans of what is now called the Eora Nation of the greater Sydney region understood each other, sharing common words that enabled communication and facilitated social and ceremonial gatherings.

There were extensive trade networks up and down the coast

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for necessary items that might be accessible in one region but harder to come by in another, such as ochre for ceremonies, bone for tools and bark canoes for fishing.

SMALLPOX SCOURGE Tragically, all this came to a calamitous halt shortly after the arrival of Europeans. In April 1789, smallpox broke out among the Indigenous populations surrounding Sydney Harbour. Oral reports reveal it quite likely started around Balmoral Cove, Mosman.

There is a compelling argument that it was introduced into the Indigenous community via deliberately contaminated blankets – Aboriginal witnesses describe receiving bedding with distinctive Royal Navy markings, perhaps issued by rogue Marines.

Smallpox had a devastating effect on Aboriginal communities, who, with no immunity, died rapidly. Sydney’s first governor, Arthur Phillip, estimated that half the Aboriginal populations living around Sydney Cove succumbed, but historians have since revised the figure upwards to between 60 to 90 per cent fatalities.

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Aborigines Spearing Fish, Others Diving for Crayfish, a Party Seated beside a Fire Cooking Fish. Joseph Lycett, 1817, National Library of Australia

Thereafter, when survivors fled inland to escape the deadly Bora sites, taken from the Kamilaroi word for ‘ritual’), rock contagion, which, horrifically, enabled smallpox to spread engravings (notifying important fishing and hunting areas, tribal further, the greater Sydney region was sparsely populated. markings or spiritual symbols), fish traps (stones placed on tidal Although Indigenous peoples continued to interact with the reaches where fish swim in at high tide but cannot swim out expanding British settlements in Sydney Cove and Parramatta when the tide recedes), burial grounds, grinding grooves (for – and were (until the 1860s gold rushes brought thousands tool sharpening, often at the edge of streams), quarries, rock more Europeans) highly important to the colonial economy in shelters, ochre pits (for digestive medicine, sunburn protection the fishing, whaling and hunting industries – their language, and treatment of insect bites), seed grinding stones (flat stones traditions and dwellings almost faded worn into bowls for grinding acacia, from history. grass, kurrajong and wattle seeds to Lately there has been concerted flour for dampers), scattered artefacts, When survivors fled inland to escape effort to preserve Aboriginal Australia, paintings and stencils. the deadly contagion, which, horrifically, identify and maintain important sites, An estimated 6,000 Indigenous resurrect forgotten languages and engravings and assorted artistic enabled smallpox to spread further. understand cultural practices. pieces were once spread throughout INDIGENOUS SITES greater Sydney. However, through OF INTEREST a combination of vandalism and Evidence of Aboriginal occupation and other sites of interest ignorance, many have been destroyed as industry, infrastructure are scattered all over greater Sydney - testament to an and houses were built. adaptable, complex culture that survived - indeed thrived - for Where Aboriginal clans once had designated custodians to tens of thousands of years in a harsh and often life-threatening re-groove ancient and often totemic carvings in rock faces, with rugged terrain. the decimation of the Aboriginal peoples, those traditions have For years undiscovered, or kept secret to deter vandals, vanished over the last two centuries. many of them are now marked on maps for curious explorers to Many of the current rock carvings are slowly but irretrievably visit and appreciate. being worn away by wind, sand, rain and sea erosion and a These include: camp sites, social areas, shell middens, significant proportion will be lost over the next decade. But in scarred trees (from bark removed to makes canoes or coolamon our guide on page 10, you can visit sites of interest in and carrying bowls), carved trees (spiritual markings, often totemic around Lane Cove district to get a greater understanding of how or adjacent to a grave), ceremonial grounds (now known as they lived in the not-too-distant past.

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I’m from Florence, Italy. Like many photographers, I’ve always been passionate about taking photos

By Lisa Goodhand

Capturing Events And Moments In Time.

THERE is something about Lando Rossi that makes him believable, and when he talks to you about photography you just want to hand over your money and say ‘go for it’!

In fact, I have been doing exactly that for many years and Lando has documented a number of significant family milestones as well as numerous events for me during that time.

Now it’s my turn to showcase this talented photographer for everyone in his community of Lane Cove to share.

Lando, can you introduce us to where you are from and how you came to be a photographer?

I’m from Florence, Italy. Like many photographers, I’ve always been passionate about taking photos, but it was only after 7 years spent developing my career as a financial advisor in one of the major banks in Italy that I decided to transform this passion into a profession. That was 21 years ago, and I still love every moment of being a photographer.

When did you move to Lane Cove, and what do you like most about the area?

I came to Australia 11 years ago, and moved to Lane Cove shortly thereafter, in 2014.

Initially, I chose Lane Cove because it’s strategically located close to the CBD (where many of my clients are located). Over the years, however, I fell in love with the people and the sense of community here.

What area of photography do you specialise in?

Nowadays at Lando Photo (my company) we are a team of creators, designers, photographers and editors that assist clients across Australia with the production of high-end online content ranging from photography, videography, 360° Virtual Tours for marketing purposes & internal communications.

We produce outstanding high-end Event photography, Interior Photography, Food Photography, Product Photography, not to mention our famous Corporate Portrait designs that allow our clients to stand out from the crowd on LinkedIn. What was your favourite photoshoot and why?

I’ve always loved working with people. Capturing that moment, that instant when the client is showing a glimpse of their true selves, is the reason why I’m doing this.

Has COVID affected your business as a photographer?

Unfortunately, yes. All the events I had booked were cancelled or postponed, and after a couple of weeks the projects, such as corporate headshots, followed.

Nowadays, the only photographic activities left are product photography, and online tutorials for groups or individuals that want to know how to improve their photographic skills. The latest has been a 2-day course designed for restaurants, in order to teach them how to take some great food photos using just their mobile phones.

What’s on the horizon for your work, and what would you like to photograph most?

Technology advancements have massively changed the world

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of photography over the last 20 years, and with the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and more powerful processors, I expect to see even more changes over the next 10 years.

However, despite any technological advancement, people will remain the same, and being able to get the best from them while they are standing in front of a camera will remain a skill in high demand even in the future.

I hope to keep working with corporate clients, providing them with outstanding portraits and branding photos, as well as capture their events’ more engaging moments.

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There are a couple of things synonymous with the season of Spring: blooming flowers, the sunshine returns, and in Australia, it’s the season of swooping magpies. It’s more likely than not that at some point in your life you’ve been a victim to a territorial magpie.

That is exactly what this unique and intimidating behaviour is - them ‘pies are swooping at perceived dangers in order to protect their young!

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THE infamous couple that are swooping on pedestrians, cyclists and postal delivery workers in Johnston Crescent/Tantallon Road neighbourhood, North Lane Cove, have created national news headlines. A residents’ action group lodged a petition with Lane Cove Council to have the birds dealt with, as they have previous form for aggressive behaviour.

Lane Cove Council’s website details the attack sites and photos of injuries the birds have inflicted. Magpies are protected species, but Council has worked with National Parks and Wildlife Services (NPWS) and is intent on culling the diving duo - which has divided the community.

According to the LCC website, they “received approval from NPWS for a ‘Licence to Harm’ covering both the male and female magpie in Johnston Crescent which is valid from 1/9/21 to 1/12/21. Unfortunately relocation of the birds is not possible as the ‘NPWS Policy on Management of Native Birds that Show Aggression to People’ stipulates that ‘If removal of a bird is warranted, then destruction of the animal is the only option that will be considered’.”

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As we go to press, a petition has been launched on campaign website Change.org to “Save the magpies of Lane Cove!” It is fast approaching 10,000 signatures.

Whilst Magpies are definitely intimidating when in the act of swooping, the saying goes you should never judge a book by it’s cover. It’s been suggested only around 10% of all birds swoop meaning it’s a learned behavior.

It is thought that Magpies will only swoop people that resemble someone who has disturbed them in the past. Research also suggests they can remember a face for up to 5 years - so if you’ve ever wronged a Magpie, maybe just stay inside!

Magpies are highly intelligent, bold and social birds. Despite a clear attitude problem during Spring, there have been numerous reports of Magpies making friends with humans, and returning for visits (or food) regularly - some relationships lasting years and spanning generations! Penguin Bloom, released in 2020, is a movie detailing a family that takes in an injured magpie that profoundly impacts their life - and it’s based on a true story.

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FEATURE Cockatoo Island.

All photos: Alec Smart

By Alec Smart

Supernatural fears have accompanied humans since the dawn of time, when we first descended from the trees and took up residence in dark and spooky caves. Spirituality and religion have attempted to explain or exploit these quirks of our overactive imaginations, with bizarre or often bloody consequences.

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BUT despite clambering higher up the food chain from prey to alpha predator, our species seems unable to shake off our fears of the unknown.. and the undead.

Whether scary stories give you the chills or make amusing cautionary tales, like unwanted hitchhikers clinging on the back of a moving truck, ghost legends remain attached to our folklore.

Our city is no exception. Sydney’s ghoulish ghostly spirits spook dogs and cause chills, with footsteps often heard from unseen feet.

Here we’ve identified a number of spooky spots, several of which are in close proximity to your neighbourhood. If you decide to visit these haunted sites after dark, remember to tell others where you’re going..

GLADESVILLE MENTAL HOSPITAL, BEDLAM POINT, GLADESVILLE Originally known as Tarban Creek Lunatic Asylum, Australia’s first mental hospital was built on the aptly-named Bedlam Point beside Parramatta River. Opened in 1838 with 60 patients for a new trend of humanely treating the mentally afflicted, by 1844 there were 148 inmates and rumours of cruel punishments which persisted for decades.

Records reveal 1,228 patients are buried on the northeastern corner of the 25.4 hectare site in unmarked graves.

Although the names of 923 of the deceased are listed on

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Health Department records, the identities of those in 305 graves are untraceable.

Their ghosts are said to wander the asylum grounds, parts of which are now derelict.

In the 2011 Head On Photo Festival, photographer Yvette Worboys held an exhibition of the hospital’s derelict buildings, titled Ghosts. She claimed ‘psychics’ detected a spectral presence in her photo of a white brick wall covered in vines, loitering to the left of an empty doorway.

GORE HILL MEMORIAL CEMETERY, GORE HILL, ST LEONARDS 14,456 burials took place between the first interment in 1877 and its last in 1974, although most took place in the three decades from 1900 - 1930. Only 8,000 graves feature headstones, the rest, including remains transferred from the redeveloped Devonshire St Cemetery, are unmarked.

Ghost-watchers claim there are resident spectres in Gore Hill Cemetery, perhaps unfortunate people who passed-on from Royal North Shore Hospital alongside.

Also among the spectres reported are “a woman in black Victorian garb perhaps dating from the 1870s”, said to be mourning a child, and “the dark silhouette of a walking old man.”

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Gladesville InsaneAsylum.

Quarantine Station.

THE QUARANTINE STATION, NORTH HEAD, MANLY Q Station was utilised to intern those arriving by sea if they were infected with contagious diseases.

From 1833 to 1954 the facility, including shower units at the dockside, a hospital and dormitories, quarantined and treated over 26,000 contaminated immigrants with Whether scary diseases like Bubonic Plague, Cholera, Influenza, Smallpox, stories give you the Tuberculosis and Typhoid. chills or make amusing However, there were many deaths of people too sick to cautionary tales, like be allowed into the community.

Visitors have since reported unwanted hitchhikers sightings of spirits and clinging on the back mysterious figures, especially at the haunted shower block. of a moving truck, WAKEHURST PARKWAY, GARIGAL NATIONAL ghost legends remain PARK attached to our Wakehurst Parkway is a 13km road between French’s folklore.

Forest and Narrabeen through forested Garigal National Park. The resident ghost, ‘Kelly’, sometimes seen at Middle Creek Bridge, was long thought to be wearing a nun’s habit. However, it has recently been suggested she is wearing an oldstyle nurse’s uniform typical of those working at the Quarantine Station prior to its closure in 1954.

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FEATURE Annie Birkett.

By Elliot Lindsay

The Stringybark Creek Reserve is popular with Lane Cove residents who seek a gentle walk amongst the shady gums and moss-covered sandstone caves. Yet how many would know that this reserve was the centre of a gruesome mystery that shocked the nation and then became one of the most sensational murder trials of the early 20th century?

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A PAIR of shoes (one with a repaired sole) and some jewellery were the only possessions found on the unfortunate female victim discovered in early October 1917. Unfortunately, the coroner could not be sure if she was murdered or took her own life.

Although it appeared she was likely burnt alive.

Only an empty kerosene container and an enamel mug offered any clue to her horrifying demise.

The proclaimed Lane Cove Mystery was reported extensively across the nation. People came forward to view her remains.

Tragically, it was revealed that many young women were missing in Sydney at the time, yet she appeared not to be one of them. As a result, the months passed, and the case went cold until it was finally archived and forgotten.

Harry Birkett was fifteen years old when his mother left. He missed her dearly and never understood why she would just abandon him without a word. In 1920, at age seventeen, the memory of his mother was still strong in his heart, however now he was mature enough to seek answers. He long believed that she went to live with his aunty in Kogarah, and he decided to see her. But, strangely, his aunt hadn’t heard from his mother either since she had left.

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Birkett thought back to when his mother departed. He had gone away for the weekend at the end of September 1917 and returned to find her missing. He inquired with his stepfather about her whereabouts and learned she left them to be with a new man. As strange as it was, it was not impossible, as she and her husband, Harry Crawford, had been fighting a lot.

But then he remembered how strange his stepfather had behaved after. For example, Crawford, who could not read or write, came to Birkett with a newspaper the following day. He wanted to know what was written about a burnt body that had been found in Lane Cove. Then, on two separate occasions, Birkett believed his now single stepfather had attempted to kill him, only to have a change of heart last minute. Then several months later, Crawford married a new woman and was rarely seen again.

In June 1920, young Birkett approached the police and informed them about his missing mother. He also told them of his stepfather’s strange behaviour. The police managed to retrieve the shoes and jewellery that belonged to the unidentified woman. Birkett recognised them immediately as his mother’s and could even recall when his stepfather had repaired one of the soles.

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Eugenia_Falleni attending Central Court, 1920.

Stringybark Creek - murder scene.

Harry Crawford was arrested at the Empire Hotel in AnnanThe trial was one of the most sensational in Australian hisdale on suspicion of murdering Annie Birkett. Crawford was to tory, with the public galleries full to capacity. This time Falleni be held in prison until he faced court in what would be a pretty chose to dress as a woman. His solicitors argued the Crown standard domestic murder case. had no proof the body was that of Annie Birkett. Furthermore, However, events were about to take an incredible turn when their evidence against their client was circumstantial; hence Crawford requested to be held in a cell it could not be proven beyond reasonable for women. The request, being most predoubt that Falleni committed murder.

The trial was one of the most posterous, was dismissed outright. Finally, Unfortunately for Falleni, the jury found however, Harry Crawford revealed his life’s him guilty of murder, and the judge sensensational in Australian history, biggest secret. He had been born a female. tenced him to death by hanging. Howwith the public galleries full Eugenia Falleni was born in Italy in 1875. ever, the state premier intervened and anFrom a young age, she wore masculine nounced that the cabinet had decided to to capacity. clothing and engaged in traditionally male commute the sentence to life in prison. occupations. In her teens, she ran away to Eugenia Falleni was sent to the Long be a ‘cabin boy’ on a ship.

Bay Women’s Reformatory and lived as a However, she was eventually discovered woman until being granted early release in to be female and subsequently fell preg1931 on the condition that she remain living nant. as a woman.

She disembarked at New South Wales in Adopting a new name, Jean Ford, he 1898, gave birth to a baby daughter left in operated a boarding house in Paddington the care of an Italian woman in Sydney, took until dying after being hit by a car on Oxford on the alias of Harry Crawford, and lived a Street in 1938. We will never know if Falleni man’s life. At age 39, Falleni married Annie was genuinely guilty of killing poor Annie Birkett, who believed Falleni was a biologiBirkett. Still, we can say that he was a truly cal male. extraordinary person in Lane Cove history.

The media went crazy for this story, and the case of The Man-Woman Murderess went international. Falleni was ridiculed and labelled a freak and degenerate. When appearing Elliot Lindsay - Host of Sydney’s true crime walking tour. at court, he was greeted by a large crowd of curious people wanting to glimpse the infamous prisoner that arrived dressed murdersmostfoul.com in a man’s suit, tie and hat. Falleni pleaded not guilty and was committed for trial with refused bail.

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HOME INDOOR PLANTS TO IMPROVE OVERALL HEALTH AND WELLNESS

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ONE of the unintended consequences of having energy efficient, airtight buildings is that trace chemicals from modern furnishings, computers, paint, carpets and so on, create a phenomenon called the ‘sick building syndrome’.

NASA realised that astronauts in space were subject to similar contaminants and did some extensive studies of the best ‘antidotes’… and indoor plants are the simplest and, we would say, stylish solution!

Of the dozen plants NASA tested, all cleaned the air. These included: mother-in-law’s tongues, spider plant, devil’s ivy, Boston ferns, dracaenas, philodendrons and peace lilies. Luckily all of these options are really easy to grow at home too. It’s obviously no coincidence that some plants have names like ‘peace lily’ and ‘happy plants’… looks like they are trying to tell us something!

Apart from cleaning the air, did you know that indoor plants can also help clear your head? Green spaces have a positive effect on mental health, and being exposed to vegetation lowers your risk of respiratory disease and cancer – and even indoor plants work here.

To calm your mood even more, adding scents such as lavender and jasmine can also work to improve your wellbeing. Don’t think that you’ll be so calm you’ll doze off though. Amazingly,

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Interior landscaping undoubtedly looks great, and styling your home with plants has become one of the top trends for interiors, but did you realise it’s also good for you? Plants not only look great, but they have also have been scientifically proven to be good for your overall health and wellbeing.

indoor plants also improve our alertness, concentration and communication skills, so it makes sense to add them to your work space as well.

Some plants are also natural healers. Lavender is well known to help people get a good night sleep and has anti-anxiety benefits in the essential oils it contains. However it will only cope inside for a few weeks and really needs to grow in a full sun position; it’s perfect for pots on balconies.

Also great for pots outside, but better adapted to also cope indoors in bright spots, is aloe vera. The gel inside Aloe leaves is great to use on sunburn, bites, acne and some skin conditions.

Of course, some things just make us smile, and that in itself is good for you. A stylish bonsai, the elegance of flowering orchid, the splash of colour from a flowering cyclamen or even an African violet, flowering away on the window sill reminding us of our grandmothers… they must have known a thing or two about wellness before it was even a thing!

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Simmer white vinegar on a stove awhile. When cooled, pour vinegar into a sealed plastic container and puncture the lid with multiple holes. Place the container in the corner of a whiffy room and it will slowly absorb unpleasant odours.

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Pop spent lemons in a big stock pot full of water and simmer low and slow for a few hours. Not only is the smell amazing, it’s a great way to repurpose the waste!

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By Alec Smart

Lane Cove River (Turranburra), where Indigenous clans of Cammeraigal, Wallumedegal and (further up-river) Durramurragal people fished, collected shellfish and gathered in sandstone caves. Photo: Alec Smart

Although the campsites and social & spiritual gathering places of the Indigenous clans that inhabited Sydney basin for millennia have gone, there is plenty of evidence of their history all around us. Most of it is accessible – if you know where to look.

From rock engravings to hand stencils to shell middens, here are some examples of Aboriginal Australia in close proximity to Lane Cove. These are all legally protected sites.

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LONGUEVILLE PARK, LONGUEVILLE Engravings of a fish and an emu (the latter is thought to be a totemic animal of the Cammeraygal from this region, because emu carvings appear several times in the harbourside environs in which they resided, but are rare elsewhere across Sydney).

LINLEY POINT Several engravings on flat rocks on the west side of the point plus a number of shelters and middens nearby.

Lane Cove National Park Over 40 Indigenous sites were recorded within the park, however, when the weir was built in 1938, separating the tidal river downstream from fresh water upstream, many of these were submerged and are now washed away. The following sites remain within the park.

COMMANDMENT ROCK Alongside modern carvings of a bow & arrow, cannon and sword (probably by local farmer Thomas Tunbridge, who carved the Fifth Commandment from the Bible in 1875 by which the rock is known), is a sunburst motif – the only known example in greater Sydney – and a crescent moon.

BROWNS WATERHOLE Kangaroo/wallaby footprints, etched into a rock face above the waterhole - the only examples of animal track carvings remaining in greater Sydney.

CARTERS CREEK Axe grinding grooves in the rocks, plus engravings of a sea creature and a wombat near the headwaters.

FAIRYLANDS TRACK, BETWEEN RIVER RD AND LANE COVE RIVER, NORTH RYDE Shell midden near the river close to former Fairyland Pleasure Grounds (in ruins).

GLADES BAY PARK, GLADESVILLE Accessed by Wulaba Track, 11 engravings of animals (all fading, but two kangaroos are identifiable). Axe sharpening grooves can be found on rocks along the cascades adjacent to the stairs leading down from Ross St.

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BALLS HEAD (YERROULBINE), WAVERTON At the top of the peninsula is a large (6 metres) engraving of a whale shark, with fading remains of a man within its tail, plus two ‘spirit men’ with rays emanating from their heads, a (fading) school of fish and perhaps a horse (the latter suggests a 200-year-old engraving, more recent than the estimated 1000-year-old whale shark). Located near Coal Loader Centre for Sustainability.

Near the eastern and western tips of the headland, smaller engravings exist, plus six shell middens. One of two rock shelters on the waterfront features very faint stencils of a hand and several small fish. By the lookout at the eastern end of the car park is a rockpool used to collect drinking water, and axe grinding grooves beside it.

In April 1964, remains of an Indigenous woman’s skull, teeth, leg, arm, foot and hand bones were found in a cave on the foreshore. A forensic examination determined the find «was of considerable antiquity» (between 1,000-2,000 years old), after initial suspicion it was a modern murder victim. Some 450 artefacts, including stone tools, were also recovered in the cave.

BERRY ISLAND, WOLLSTONECRAFT On Gadyan Track (named after the Dharug word for ‘cockle’) there is a large sea creature, likely a whale, etched into the flat rock surface above the cove, with the creature’s head continuing over the end of the rock. Alongside is a crescent shape, once thought to be a boomerang or a shell, more likely a symbol associated with ceremonial or social gatherings.

In addition, near the shoreline toward the less accessible eastern and western tips, there are two rock shelters (one with faint stencils of a hand and small fish) and six shell middens.

Beside the south eastern lookout there is a waterhole and axe grinding grooves, plus more rock carvings at the northern end of the reserve.

JOSEPH BUGLER PLAYING FIELD, WAVERTON Traces of hand stencils appear in the overhangs and faint engravings are etched into the rocks above and around the path leading up from the reserve to Larkin Street.

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BY DR NICHOLAS MILLER

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The Covid lockdowns have created a massive shift from people working in an office to working from home. This has come with many benefits for work/life balance. But it comes at a cost to our daily activity.

FOR many, their step count prior to lockdown was not the recommended daily amount of 10,000 steps a day; however, working from home has caused many to achieve fewer daily steps!

The impact of not moving is leading to people suffering more from neck, shoulder, and lower back pain. As a Chiropractor, we have seen an increase in people presenting with these ailments in the clinic.

Here are my top 3 tips to help reduce pain related to sitting and working from home..

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TIP 1: GET MOVING AND TRY TO GET AS MUCH VARIATION AND FREQUENCY OF MOVEMENT AS POSSIBLE. Moving more often is more important than how you move One of the key pain-causing issues with prolonged sitting is the fatigue that sets in. The tissues and stabilising components of the body undergo a process called ‘Creep’ (think of an elastic band that is stretched for two long and eventually loses its elasticity).

This can occur after only being loaded for 20 minutes in the human body. This is made worse by people working from all sorts of areas of the house, with everyone in the home needing a workstation.

The key to help limit pain is frequent moving. Moving stops ‘Creep’ from happening and hence less pain. Recommended changes to sitting at a desk are stand-ups desks and sitting on other objects other than a chair (e.g. Yoga ball). They allow you to move more frequently and easily.

Having these as an option encourages movement, but if they are not an option then either set a reminder to move on a phone or fitness tracker can help. One key point I tell clients in clinic is “do you have to actually sit for all tasks?”, that being making calls (whether voice or video), can often be done either standing or even while out walking.

Looking at our workstation environment and making changes such as a different desk or chair can be really powerful; but also modifying how you work by realizing you most likely don’t have to sit at a desk for everything.

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TIP 2: STRETCHING AND MASSAGE WORK ARE GREAT, BUT FOR MOST SOME FORM OF STRENGTH OR STABILITY IS OFTEN NEEDED. Strengthen your body - just don’t stretch! Too often in the clinic, I see people Suffering from chronic or reoccurring pain.

They often will try stretching and area out, and although this does give temporary relief…. it is only temporary.

Being nice and mobile is important but equally as important is being strong, and for your body to have the capability to stay

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upright for prolonged periods. Whether it be for lower back, or neck and shoulder pain, increasing strength is key and a vital part to help long-term maintenance and prevention. It doesn’t have to be heavyweights, simple body weight movements such as a plank, push-up, squats or bridge can do wonders.

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TIP 3: A PERSONALISED APPROACH ALLOWS FOR SPECIFIC ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED AND OFTEN LEADS TO FASTER AND LONGER-TERM RESULTS. When in doubt seek professional help - if you get reoccurring or have chronic issues then perhaps a more personalised approach is needed. Although two people may have similar types and descriptions of pain, the underlying cause or issue may be different.

Think you would try to service your car all by yourself? You might be able to do some things but knowing your limitations and understanding when to call in a professional is best.

By seeking a professional, whether it be a Physiotherapist, Chiropractor, Osteopath, Exercise Physiologist, they can all help to create a more personalised approach to help You. How they tackle your individual circumstances might be different, they are all trained to help you reduce pain.

Hopefully by now you have a better understanding of ways to help manage pain but also have a deeper understanding of how to prevent pain from our current ‘working from home environment.

Our bodies are designed to move! Moving helps keep muscles, joints, nerves stimulated and hydrated. Prolonged loading even in the most ergonomic position or setup will at some point create fatigue (Creep) leading to muscle aches and pains. The three points covered above are about getting the body moving more, which is the key to stopping pain long term.

Dr Nicholas Miller is a sports-focused Chiropractor working at Healthspace Lane Cove. Nicholas has over 12 years of experience treating professional and amateur athletes, as well as everyday people for neck, lower back pain, headaches, and sports injuries.

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SALLY/SARAH was known for her tambourine playing in Sydney Town, but at one stage reportedly hid from authorities in a hut on the western foreshore of Tambourine Bay. In 1812 she became Sarah Lawson after marrying Blue Mountains explorer William Lawson.

Not far from Sal’s legendary hideaway, 1st Tambourine Bay Sea Scouts, Venturers, Cubs and Joeys meet regularly in a timber hall on a jetty on the northern foreshore of Tambourine Bay. 2066 magazine caught up with group leader Belinda Butcher to learn more.

When was the 1st Tambourine group founded?

1st Tambourine Bay was first ‘born’ in June 1954 when a meeting took place with the District Commissioner Mr Mitchell, and the Cub Leaders from 1st and 2nd Longueville. The group was initially called 3rd Longueville. The first meeting was held on 21st July 1954 with Cub Leader Akela Miss Pam Whyte and eight cubs. The current hall was opened on 12th October 1963...

What age group does it cater to?

The group caters for children aged 6 to 18 years of age, plus a team of adult leaders and parent helpers. We currently have approximately 100 youth members and 25 leaders.

What time do they meet?

Joeys meet on Wednesday evenings Cubs meet on Monday evenings Scouts meet on Thursday evenings Venturers meet on Friday evenings We also have regular weekend activities What sort of water-based activities do the scouts undertake?

Kayaking, Canoeing and Sailing. But we don’t just do water activities we also run a traditional scouting program, including bushcraft, bushwalking and camping skills.

Our youth members are also involved in a number of other Outdoor Adventure Skills including abseiling, rock climbing, skiing etc. As a Scout, you can even learn to fly at our Air Activities base in Camden (you can even hold your full pilot’s licence before you

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Tambourine Bay is located between the suburbs of Riverview and Longueville in the municipality of Lane Cove. The cove is reportedly named after ‘Tambourine Sal’, aka Sarah Leadbeater, a former British convict sentenced in 1799 to seven years transportation for the theft of clothing.

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are eligible to hold a driver’s licence!)

Do they learn difficult tasks such as sailing in choppy seas or doing an Eskimo roll in a kayak?

From Cubs (aged 8-12) we teach our youth members how to capsize and right their kayak. All our Outdoor Adventure Skills are graded, so as a youth member progresses through Scouting they increase their skills in a stepwise manner. The introduction of a new Youth Program has been instrumental in this grading of skills.

Can they get a dinghy sailing certificate among their achievement badges?

Youth members are able to achieve badges in all of our Outdoor Adventure Skills. Youth members aged 14 years and over are also able to complete nationally recognised qualifications in Outdoor Recreation via the Scouts Australia Institute of Training.

Do they compete against other sea scout groups?

Yes, we compete against other Sea Scout and Land Based Scout Groups at the Annual Sirius Cup which is held in March at Balmoral. Unfortunately the 2020 and 2021 events were cancelled due to COVID-19.

Any unusual things occurred involving the group?

Our group was involved in infamous “pre-planned” raids against our fellow scout groups at 2nd Longueville.

Our original boat was an old Whaler!

Anything you wish to add?

We have a strong community of Scouting in the area. Other amazing local groups include 1st Lane Cove, who meet at Blackman Park, 1st Hunters Hill, who have both a boat shed and a hall in Woolwich and Hunters Hill, respectively, and 1st Boronia.

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Kindergarten Master, Susan Ward, on the milestones of the Kindergarten year.

SOCIAL and emotional development is at the heart of the Kindergarten programme at St Ives Prep, Sydney Grammar School. Our aim is for boys to be confident, happy, and socially connected.

An emphasis on play ensures boys have multiple opportunities to practise turn-taking, sharing, and negotiating play ideas. It is through these play interactions that boys develop empathy and respect, which in turn positively influences self-esteem and confidence.

Our two large Kindergarten classes have many things in common: dedicated spaces for playing and learning, extensive class libraries, soft spots to relax with a book, and walls filled with the boys’ artworks and ideas.

Whilst our boys are similar in many ways, there is no onesize-fits-all in our Kindergarten. Textbooks and worksheets are avoided in favour of carefully designed tasks that allow all boys to learn at their own pace, resulting in a wide range of different products of learning.

At Grammar we encourage boys to reflect on their learning and gather feedback from a variety of sources. By considering the ideas of others, reflecting on their own growth and being receptive to teacher feedback, our boys become more active in their learning journey, and highly engaged with their progress.

Grammar boys are encouraged to view learning as a lifelong journey, instead of a race or a competition. During each learning activity, intrapersonal skills such as motivation and perseverance hold equal importance to the acquisition of skills and knowledge.

Boys are continually focused on effort, deep thinking, accepting challenges, taking risks, making mistakes and ‘having a go’.

Given the opportunity, our boys rise to the challenge of showing initiative and being independent, moving happily through their Kindergarten year in leaps and bounds.

The St Ives Prep “Hunters Hill” Bus travels to and from Hunters Hill, through Lane Cove, North Ryde and West Pymble to the St Ives Prep School.

Apply now for Kindergarten at Sydney Grammar School St Ives Prep, Ayres Road, St Ives To find out more, contact Enrolments on 8302 5200 sydgram.nsw.edu.au/st-ives

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Some cool sites to keep them busy when you’re busy..

DESPERATE to find a new distraction for my kids so I could attend an online meeting, I decided to undertake some research for fun and educational websites that offered not only videos, but also games and activities.

Here’s what I found and let me assure you, while I was road testing each site, there were two little people

desperate to take over my computer - so it looks like they are winners! www.kiloo.com/en/kids-games/ Here you will find a huge selection of Free Kids games that are also educational, from Penguin Skip to Parking Fury. There’s something here for everyone.

education.com You will need to sign in for this one, but they have conveniently laid out a range of educational games for all kids from preschoolers to year 8. Games cover topics such as coding, maths, reading & writing and typing.

This site also has free downloadable templates with lots of fun tasks, and you can upgrade for guided lessons.

boomerangtv.com.au This fun website has all your favourite cartoon characters, like Scooby-Doo, Tom & Jerry, Mr Bean, The Happos Family, Taffy and Looney Tunes, with plenty of free game and activity options.

The pets’ section is interactive using their app, and you can share pictures of your pet and see others. We really like the Create section, which has a ton of great craft projects that you can easily do at home.

cartoonnetwork.com.au If they are hooked on cartoons, then the Cartoon Network site is a winner. Everything from Teen Titans to Mythbusters, they will soon be skating with Gumball through a maze of other fun characters. Perfect for all ages, including teens, and best of all it’s free.

cbc.ca/kids/games Whilst it has a stack of games for all ages, this site also has a Tokyo 2020 special games’ section where you can get your fix on everything from tennis to surfing. If you have a little future Olympian in the house, this one might be for you.

We hope you are coping well with the lockdowns and that you manage to find a little ‘You’ time.

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MARLEY - This big boy didn’t always spend his days on the North Shore. He started life with his litter down South in Wollongong before being adopted by his forever family and landing in the lap of luxury that is Lane Cove. Marley is a ‘bitsa’ (bits of multiple breeds) but his family’s sure there’s some American Staffy and American Bulldog in the mix. He is a big softie, loves dogs and people - Howls like a dinosaur, and drools like a waterfall - what a talent!

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WILLOW - If you’re wondering what breed I am, join the club! I’m only 9 months old which doesn’t help - but my distinctive ears and markings have Mum and Dad betting that I’m some sort of Kelpie cross? Not that it matters, they always tell me I’m cute and a very good girl. My life started at a house in Young, where I lived with 44 other pets.

Fetching Dogs, the amazing rescue organisation, saved me from here and brought me to my forever home. I love running, chasing and playing catch - I call it catch because it’s not really fetch - I only bring it back sometimes.

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Operating since 1970, Hummerstons Gourmet Meats, at 225 Burns Bay Rd Lane Cove, have been providing high quality meat, game and small-goods to the lower North Shore for over 40 years.

WINNER of the Australian Meat Industry Council’s top butcher shop award in 2005/2006 Hummerstons enjoys a reputation as one of the finest meat and smallgoods retailers in Sydney.

Noted for their charity work with local community organisations Hummerstons also supports the Breast Cancer Foundation, Drought Relief, the Heart Foundation, the Spastic Centre and the Victorian Bushfire Appeal.

Hummerstons was also honoured to provide meat for His Holiness Benedict XVI during the Pope’s visit to Sydney to attend the 2008 World Youth Day celebrations at Barangaroo.

With a team of nine, including proprietors Mark McKinnon and Steve Hack, Hummerstons make all their sausages fresh on the premises (including gluten-free and preservative-free ranges) and source their meat from quality Australian suppliers.

These include Meat Standards Australia (MSA) graded beef from Gympie in QLD; organic chicken from Young; lamb from Junee; pork from the Murray Valley; and veal from Victoria.

Hummerstons offer a free delivery service between Roseville and Balmain (especially helpful during NSW Lockdown restrictions), and provide a vacuum-packing service to ensure your meats store longer whilst remaining fresh.

Steve Hack, Hummerstons’ master butcher, who grew up in Lane Cove and learned his trade on the premises, gave us some recommendations for recipe ideas and products available in the store. And Steve’s top tip: “don’t use the fan-forced option while cooking meat”.

“Coming to the end of the winter, slow cooking is still popular especially because everyone is at home. Cape Grim beef ribs, Cowra lamb shanks, and veal osso bucco have been very popular this winter; put them in the slow cooker or the oven for 4 hours

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and dinner is done.

“Traditional legs of lamb are a great way to feed the family and with the leftovers make a tasty shepherds’ pie.

To make it easier we stock the ready-made, heat & serve kitchen curries: choose chicken, beef or lamb, simmer for 20 mins and serve with rice. Pastabilities’ ravioli, fresh pasta, lasagne and ragu. Also Patchett’s pies.

“With all sausages made in the shop we offer a great range of traditional cuts for the home chef and BBQ enthusiast. Also boneless marinated chickens, fillet mignons, Peking duck breast, gourmet pastries, parmesan-infused pork loin roast, butterflied spatchcock, stir fries, to name a few.

“With our focus on sourcing quality tender produce and excellent service, we can cut, slice, or dice to order. Take advantage of our call-and-collect or delivery service to the local area.

Don’t forget the kids with chicken schnitzel, marinated drumettes, sausage rolls, sliced ham and kebabs.

We support the local community with “Buy your dog a bone” with all money donated to local charities.”

Hummerstons Gourmet Meats 225 Burns Bay Rd, Lane Cove facebook.com/HummerstonsGourmetMeats @hummerstonsmeats 02 9427 1983 hummerstons.com.au

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CRIKEY, GET CREATIVE WITH CRÊPES!

By Alec Smart

Four Frogs Crêperie on Longueville Rd, the distinctive red-fronted premises in central Lane Cove, make all their crêpes, sauces and milkshakes fresh to order and inhouse from the finest ingredients and free-range eggs.

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FOUR FROGS use traditional recipes and techniques created by the skilled crêpiers of Bretagne (Brittany) in north-western France, where crêpes originated.

With over 50 crêpes and galettes – the savoury version, made with gluten-free buckwheat flour – the choices range from decadent desserts to traditional combinations to vegetarian options, and there’s even a special menu for kids called ‘Little Froggies’.

Four Frogs also serve a variety of traditional French and Australian aperitifs, beers, ciders, wines, milkshakes and hot beverages to accompany your meal.

Current Lockdown rules inhibit in-doors social dining, however, you can still enjoy a slice of France at home with Four Frogs’ takeaway and home-delivery options.

With that in mind, Four Frogs launched a new takeaway box, Let’s Get Gooey, to compliment the Raclette Time, Let’s Get Creative (add your own ingredients!) and Become A French Chef options.

Let’s Get Gooey features all the ingredients you need to make a Complete Galette (1 Galette, 1 Egg, Ham & Swiss Cheese), a Tartiflette Galette (1 Galette, Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Raclette

Cheese, Potatoes, Onions cooked in Cider) plus 2 dessert crêpes with a 340ml sauce (choice of Nutella, homemade Caramel, or homemade Chocolate sauce).

You can either pick up the box from any Four Frogs crêperies or order it via Uber Eats.

Find out more on www.fourfrogs.com.au/special-take-awayboxes Plus: if you subscribe to their newsletter you get a free birthday crêpe or galette on your birthday!

Four Frogs Crêperie 115-117 Longueville Rd, Lane Cove fourfrogscreperie 9420 3944 fourfrogs.com.au

All of our products are made from Australian produce, hand made in small batches with seasonal fruit. We love interesting and funky flavours, that is why we have introduced alcohol-infused jams and jellies!

WE WANT TO BRING A BUZZ TO YOUR TASTE-BUDS! Homemade preserves and alcohol infused jams made in Lane Cove!

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2066 magazine caught up with Rebeca Carter and Belinda Beck, the talented duo behind Bec & Bel designer clothing in Lane Cove, who told us about their exciting business project.

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HOW did the pair of you meet and decide to launch this venture together?

We met 9 years ago when our kids started school in the same local Primary School. When Covid hit, Bec had to close her Travel Marketing Business and Bel’s contract as a lawyer was not renewed. As we were jobless, we decided to sell some of our designer clothing and bags in a consignment store in the Eastern Suburbs. However, very quickly we realised that there were not many consignment stores in the North Shore of Sydney so we decided to launch our own store with a strong online presence.

What range of products do you retail?

We consign mid to high end designer clothing, shoes, bags and accessories (belts, scarves and sunglasses). Some of our favourite brands are Zimmermann, Camilla, Scanlan Theodore, Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Prada, etc.

Is consignment-selling a significant part of your business?

The consignment-selling IS our business model. Most of our consignors (the ladies who give us their items on consignment for us to sell on their behalf) are also our best clients (they prefer to have a credit note to spend it in our store instead of cash).

How important are fashion trends in the designer clothing market?

We genuinely believe that «trends» are not in. That’s not the way to go about fashion. For us, clothes are what make you feel. An outfit can empower you, give you more confidence and change your mood.... so, if you love it, wear it, and forget whether it’s trendy or not.

You provide sustainable, affordable designer fash-

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ion for women - what do these terms mean for someone new to buying designer clothing?

One of the reasons high end designer brands are expensive is because the quality of the textiles they use is superior to fast fashion. We believe that it is wiser to buy less items, but better quality. They will last you far longer, they will fit you amazingly, and to re-use is better for the planet.

How important is accessorising your wardrobe with shoes, handbags and jewellery to compliment an outfit?

Accessories are everything! You can be wearing a simple black dress to a cocktail event but if you accessorize it with an amazing statement necklace and fabulous shoes, then you will stand out for sure.

Anything you’d like to add?

We are a finalist in the Small Business Awards for the Northern Suburbs. We are very happy about this as we have been in operation for less than a year, so this recognition means a lot. Our hard work is paying off :)

Bec & Bel Shop 5/115-119 Longueville Rd, Lane Cove facebook.com/becandbel @bec.and.bel hello@becandbel.com.au becandbel.com.au

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Recommended number of steps to walk each day to prevent your body’s lock-up during Cove lockdown?

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Curiously-named headland on which the reputedly-haunted Tarban Creek Lunatic Asylum was opened in 1838?

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Real name of ‘Tambourine Sal’, convict for whom Tambourine Bay is named, where you’ll find Tambourine Bay Sea Scouts?

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The Cammeraygal and Wallumedegal Indigenous clans on either side of Lane Cover River spoke which Aboriginal language?

Which talented duo of local mums founded a sustainable, affordable, designer clothing venture for women in Lane Cove?

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7. The Cammeraygal and Wallumedegal Indigenous clans on either side of Lane Cover River spoke which Aboriginal language?

8. Name this two-toned avian dive bomber?

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4. Real name of ‘Tambourine Sal’, convict for whom Tambourine Bay is named, where you’ll find Tambourine Bay Sea Scouts?

6. What nickname do locals have for the Longueville Bowling Club?

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Call 0424 907 758 for a quote or email info@surfacemasteraustralia.com.au SYDNEY CARPET CLEANING How are your carpets looking at the moment? With an almost certain increase in foot-traffic over the past few months, we’re sure they could do with a spruce up? Sydney Carpet Cleaning has you covered with a fast, reliable and effective service.These guys look after home and commercial carpets. Check out our Mates Rates page for a special offer!

Call Daniel on 0424 907 758 for a quote - sydneycleaningcarpet.com.au LANE COVE LAWYER With over 45 years experience, Fay Frischer is one of the most skilled and esteemed lawyers practising in Lane Cove. Will accept instructions in the areas of family and relationship law including divorce and separation, property settlement, children and custody, de facto relationships, same sex relationships, dispute resolution, financial agreements, as well as wills, Power of Attorney and appointment of Enduring Guardian.

Fay provides expert guidance, empathy, and positive outcomes.

0416 196 541 fayfrischer@lawyerlanecove.com.au

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KIDS SYDNEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL ST IVES PREPARATORY St Ives Prep is a school for busy boys who love to learn, ask lots of questions and think deeply about their world. From Preschool to Year 6, the school embraces a strong culture of reading and the joy of discovery, offering impressive curricula and extra-curricula programmes in literacy, music, drama, sport, the visual arts, languages, debating, STEM, science and chess. St Ives Prep is set in beautiful grounds, with plenty of space to play, and is dedicated to developing rounded boys who are keen to be active, informed and critical thinkers. St Ives Prep is independent, secular and academically selective, readying boys to go on to College Street for their secondary education.

Ayres Rd, St Ives - 8302 5200 www.sydgram.nsw.edu.au/st-ives

DANCE ALLEY PERFORMING ARTS A fun and professional environment for dancers of all ages and levels. Each student is nurtured individually to ensure they reach their full potential and fully express creativity.

0437 254 242 dancealleyperformingarts@gmail.com SAINT IGNATIUS’ COLLEGE Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview is a Catholic boys’ school in the Jesuit tradition. Our mission is to provide a holistic education for boys that inspires them to a life-long development of their faith. Informed by the spirit of Saint Ignatius of Loyola and grounded in Gospel values of justice, service, discernment, conscience and compassion, the College aims to produce young men who are cognisant of and responsive to global citizenship in a rapidly changing world.

For more information please go to www.riverview.nsw.edu.au Tambourine Bay Road | 02 9882 8222 | stignatius@riverview.nsw.edu.au NORTH SHORE BASKETBALL LEAGUE (NSBL) NSBL is a St Ives based, basketball development program. Offering school-aged children training sessions, competitions and holiday camps since 2013, NSBL is your fun and inclusive local basketball club.

Touch base with the club if you have any enquiries basketball@nsbl.com.au or www. nsbl.com.au

CARLILE SWIMMING Carlile Swimming has been teaching kids to swim for 65 years. With our award winning swim programs and dedicated teachers, it’s no wonder we’re Sydney’s leading swim school. Carlile Lane Cove West offers a state-of-the-art swim school experience. With our custom-built pools, air-conditioned viewing room, clean and modern facilities and plenty of parking, we’ve become a family favourite for swimming lessons in the local area. We offer expert swim programs for kids of all ages and abilities, from babies through to squads. Contact us today to book your child in for an assessment or to start your swimming lessons.

4 Sirius Rd, Lane Cove West 9188 1027 lanecovewest@carlile.com.au ST MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL St Michael’s prides itself on having a welcoming and supportive environment. A vibrant learning community where parental partnership plays a key role; excellent sporting and creative opportunities and a focus on the spiritual.

181-187 Longueville Rd 9427 3508 KUMON EDUCATION CENTRE At Kumon, we personalise each student’s program, right from the beginning.

Students begin study at a level that allows them to build self-confidence from day one, and progress according to their ability rather than their age. Over time, our students develop the study habits, attitude and skills that will allow them to study advanced material confidently and independently. Kumon has operated in Lane Cove for over 30 years, and is run by local mum (and ex-Kumon Student) Sheryl Lee. Families can study with us in person, online, or via correspondence – choose the system that suits your family best!

Find out more about the Kumon Method of Learning by watching our introductory video (https://au.kumonglobal. com/kumon-a-foundation-for-the-future/) or booking an Orientation Meeting via hello@kumonlanecove.com.

MINDCHAMPS EARLY LEARNING This unique service has created a community all its own, offering a personal touch to everything that they do. Our Lane Cove service is a place where everyone knows your name and, with so many community links, it is the perfect spot for your Champ to thrive!

3 Chaplin Drive, Lane Cove West - 1300 646 324

ARTS STUART LEAL GALLERY Fine Aboriginal Art gallery in the heart of Lane Cove. Specialising in Contemporary and Traditional Art from the Central and Western Desert Regions from some of Australia’s most prominent and collectable Artists; ethical, authentic and affordable.

Shop 1/43-45 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove 0414 551 956

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Joinour ourcommunity community@@ Join Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios A not-for-profit art centre located in the heart of Lane Cove, managed by Centrehouse Inc. - a local community arts organisation which has been operating art and language classes in Lane Cove for over 45 years. The Studio has two key areas - the Gallery, which opened in 2012 and the Creative Studios, which operates from its newly refurbished premises since July 2018. The Gallery presents a diverse exhibition program from modern to contemporary art, featuring works by emerging and established, local, national and international artists. The new Creative Studios offer three artist studio spaces for hire as well as residency programs. The centre runs a rich variety of term classes, workshops and masterclasses across the disciplines of painting, drawing, life-drawing, textiles, printmaking and ceramics.

164 Longueville Rd, Lane Cove - 0490 749 854 LANE COVE THEATRE COMPANY Formerly the Lane Cove Dramatic Society and formed in 1995, LCTC aims to provide artistic, educational and recreational opportunities to residents in the local community. The Company wants to ensure that local theatre is made accessible to all members of the local community. Throughout the year, there are four full length productions, as well as play-readings where a script is workshopped across a period of 6 weeks.

Next Up - Steel Magnolias - May 14-30 Lanecovetheatrecompany.com lanecovetheatre@hotmail.com NORTH SHORE THEATRE COMPANY Founded in 1951, and formerly known as the Chatswood Musical Society, this is one of Sydney’s longest running and most cherished Theatre Companies. NSTC offers a huge range of productions right across the year, check out their schedule for upcoming performances.

RETAIL NORTH SHORE BMW An independently owned BMW dealership, comprising two sites in Chatswood and Artarmon on Sydney’s North Shore, and known for one thing - providing ultimate driving machines. There is a new vehicle showrooms at Chatswood and Mosman and a Pre Owned showroom at Artarmon. The new Mosman ‘Urban Store’ is the only one of it’s kind in Australia, giving both casual and serious shoppers a fresh and enjoyable way to experience the newest models.

Mosman (New Vehicle) - 261-263 Military Road, Cremorne 9056 8000 Chatswood - 676 Pacific Hwy, Chatswood 9406 0888 BE.U NATURAL Your one stop shop for all things natural, sustainable and organic.

We stock only the best toxin-free and eco-friendly products for face, body, home and play.

Shop 10 - Lane Cove Arcade, 115-119 Longueville Rd - 0419 997 514

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LEN WALLIS AUDIO We are a Sydney based company that specialises in audio, video and home theatre systems that enrich and improve lifestyles through entertainment. Our expertise encompasses Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, multi-room audio and video, automation, networking and commercial Audio/Visual fit-outs – including boardrooms and retail spaces. We work with music and video enthusiasts, home and business owners, architects, designers, developers, contractors and engineers.

64 Burns Bay Road - 9427 6755 DYMOCKS LANE COVE Proudly locally owned and operated, focused on supporting lcal authors and our community with regular competitions and donations. Brian and his team have worked in the book industry for more than 20 years and are dedicated to sharing their passion for books and reading with the local community.

38 Burns Bay Road - 0478 936 096 lanecove@dymocks.com.au INDEPENDENT LIVING SPECIALISTS Australian leaders in healthcare equipment solutions - we are the Number #1 retailer in homecare mobility and physiotherapy equipment. For more than 16 years, ILS has provided innovative mobility solutions and exceptional customer service across more than 30 retail stores in four states - with more stores to come!

Unit 1/12 Mars Rd, Lane Cove 9936 1190 THE FAIR TRADE A collaboration of Fair Traders located in the heart of Lane Cove. You’ll discover amazing fair trade brands which you may not have encountered before. The store is an experience in itself: shelves filled with beautiful handcrafted products made with impeccable quality and coming from countries across the globe including Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar, Peru, Madagascar, Kenya, India, Sri Lanka, Ghana, Uganda and many more. It’s really got something for everyone.

0414 354 144 126 Longueville Road EDEN GARDENS The ultimate destination for your horticultural needs. These guys have a goal to enrich people’s lives with plants. The Eden Garden Team understands the holistic purpose of plants and are devoted to customer service. They are personable and offer products that are striking quality and value - always trying to inform and inspire customers. They have an unparalleled range of products - for the most experienced green thumb, to someone just starting out.

307 Lane Cove Road, Macquarie Park - 9491 9900 FUCHSIA BOUTIQUE Fuchsia Boutique has been dressing the women of Lane Cove for 35 years. Offering special occasion and sportswear. Some of the many brands held by Fuchsia include Sandra Soulos, Joseph Ribkoff, Frank Lyman, Parrakeet and Phyilosphy to name a few.

10 Burns Bay Road | (02) 9428 3601

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FOOD LITTLE RED ROBIN On Birdwood Lane - the burgeoning fine food district of Lane Cove - you’ll find Little Red Robin Restaurant & Wine Bar. We offer an intimate and sophisticated bar and dining establishment, all brought to life by a stellar team. Boasting a carefully considered menu of contemporary dishes, served on eclectic and handmade stoneware, accompanied by a strong wine list featuring over 100 exclusive labels from Europe & The Mediterranean. Our degustation menu offers a delightful spectrum of flavours for your discerning palate.

We look forward to seeing you. littleredrobin.net.au Birdwood Lane (85 Longueville Rd), Lane Cove, 9418 9529 THE ALCOTT First built in 1897 and still standing more than 120 years later, after a few transformations to the original cottage The Alcott is one of Lane Cove’s oldest venues! From the vibrant spritz bar and inspired outdoor dining terrace, to the exclusive event spaces and a dedicated place to play, The Alcott is a place for locals to connect and relax without leaving the lower north shore.

The beautiful surroundings are complimented by award-winning Head Chef Richard Slarp, from Sake, Aria Catering, Est, and Slip Inn, serving up a fresh, locally sourced, Mediterranean-inspired menu that’s just meant to be shared with friends.

1 Birdwood Ave 9428 5155

CHARGRILL CHARLIE’S A family-run business whose philosophy has always been “if you take care of the customer, everything else will take care of itself.” Led by Justin in Lane Cove, Chargrill Charlie’s clean cooking techniques have made their shop the go-to dinner place for busy families in the Lane Cove community for almost 10 years.

Believing that to prepare the best food you must only use the best quality ingredients, they buy the freshest, seasonal produce available from local suppliers. Their award-winning recipes have enriched their ever growing, mouth-watering menu. Known for their classic stuffed chargrilled and Portuguese-style chicken, they also offer healthy, clean-eating salads as well as indulgences like burgers and fried wedges.

27 Burns Bay Rd (02) 8095 9761 Sunset Diner Now Open! Step into a Miami-inspired, pastel pink oasis that is Lane Cove’s newest edition to the Canopy. Sunset Diner offers a relaxed atmosphere and an American-inspired drool worthy menu with everything from Burgers to Griddle Dogs, and even Salads! The Drinks menu is something to see to believe - with an awesome range of shakes - as well as beer/wine.

Shop 6/2 Rosenthal Avenue, Lane Cove 9420 2277

BELLA BACIO

This great community Café has been family operated for 3 years. Serving all-day breakfast and lunch with a wonderful selection of freshly prepared meals... not to mention their beautiful, fully organic coffee! 7-13 Centennial Avenue

02 9420 8088

GARÇON Let Garçon take you to the heart of Paris from our very own Lane Cove.

We’ve brought some French charm from our signature Tramsheds venue to the vibrant, sunny Canopy, making our new home in the North Shore.

With an elegant and varied menu, inspired by traditional French cooking and transformed by our signature Lane Cove touch, our food is sure to impress. Enjoy a meal overlooking the green Canopy or dine under our indoor forest with views of our chef’s magic in an open kitchen. The perfect go-to venue for your next meal, join us for a drink with friends, a long lunch with family, a dinner date or a quick lunch break. Our fresh and inspired day menu, and a delectable dinner menu with a wine list to match, will be sure to make Garçon a local summer favourite.

The Canopy, Shop 5, 2 Rosenthal Ave 0415 868 550

CAPTAIN COOK CRUISES Locals are reclaiming Sydney Harbour and falling in love all over again. Travel before 30 June, use your Dine & Discover voucher and Captain Cook Cruises will double the discount up to $50 per person on a host of cruises including the superb 6-course Gold Dinner cruise. Thrilling locals at every level, is the new Harbour Bar and Restaurant. A floating bar and casual dining experience that ticks every box with live acoustic music, bespoke cocktails, comfy lounges and 360-degree waterfront views.

Both entry to the Harbour Bar or a family friendly Rocket Sightseeing cruise reduces to just $4pp with a voucher.

Book now - Captaincook.com.au LILAH MIDDLE EASTERN A modern Middle Eastern fusion restaurant that blurs the boundaries around traditional Mid East flavours and contemporary cuisine. High vaulted ceiling, sophisticated fit out combined with friendly and personal service creates a relaxed dining experience.

128 Longueville Road (02) 9588 1411

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NORTH SHORE BMW. WE ARE OPEN FOR ALL ONLINE, PHONE & EMAIL ENQUIRIES, OFFERING VIRTUAL VEHICLE VIEWINGS AND CLICK & COLLECT. PLUS OUR SERVICE, PARTS & BODYSHOP IS OPEN FOR ALL OF YOUR SERVICE & REPAIR NEEDS. One Dealership, 3 showrooms.

Located at Chatswood, Artarmon and Mosman.

Chatswood 676 Pacific Highway, Chatswood. Tel 02 9406 0888. northshorebmw.com.au Artarmon 1/39 Herbert Street, Artarmon. Tel 02 9406 0888. northshorebmw.com.au Mosman 261-263 Military Road, Cremorne. Tel 02 9056 8000. mosmanbmw.com.au

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