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WHAT IS A BINISHELL? FOOD & SHOPPING + MUCH MORE SHOP P I NG

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HISTORY What is a Binishell?

FEATURE WIRES - 35 years caring for Australian wildlife

FEATURE The Sphinx of North Turramurra | Gymnast turned TV star, meet Supanova.

HEALTH Seniors dancing towards Health/Happiness

HEALTH Why Indoor Plants are good for you!

HOME The Real Estate Market, what buyers are looking for

KIDS Kids online, 3 constructive sites to visit | Wheels for Ryan, what a success!

FOOD Tasting Turramura, come on our food tour

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AS Autumn is now upon us, we should start to see some milder temperatures and a certain crispness in the air. It’s the perfect season for dining alfresco or enjoying long walks in the many parks that surround 2074.

It’s a season we are all looking forward to as COVID restrictions start to loosen and there is a sense of positivity in the business community that things are starting to get back to normal.

The property market is picking up too, so be sure to check out Josh Luschwitz’s piece on the hottest buying trends for some timely tips on optimising your sale.

This issue we visit a number of businesses that have taken on the wellness challenge in many meaningful and creative ways, including sports, dancing and even art. It’s a timely reminder of the importance of mental & physical wellness and a decent hint that there is an option to suit everyone’s taste – so no excuses.

We also dive into some history, which is of particular interest in this fascinating suburb. Who knew there was a Sphinx in 2074 and have you even heard of a Binishell? It’s time to brush up on your local knowledge, so next time the rellies visit you can wow them with your stories.

We hope you enjoy this issue.

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HISTORY

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The Binishell, a pneumatically-formed concrete dome, is a space-age design that was adopted by the NSW Dept Education in the 1970s for specialist school buildings. One of them still stands in the grounds of a school in North Turramurra.

IN PRIMARY school, did you ever make a mask by inflating Hunter region, commissioned by the NSW Department of Puba balloon and coating it in strips of papier mâché? When the lic Works for urgently-needed gyms, libraries and assembly sticky paper dried, you deflated the balloon and you were left halls. with a firm, hollow shell upon which you could cut holes for Their installation was supervised by the inventor himself. your eyes and mouth, glue carpet on top for hair, and add adDr Bini arrived in Australia in 1974 and remained for six years ditional paper and glue to sculpt the nose and ears. to oversee the projects and train local building workers in their Finally, you popped it over your head to wear for cos- construction. tume parties.

Two designs were utilised – single or twin shells. The iniNow imagine adapting the same method for a building. tial domes were 18 metres in diameter, expanding later to Place a giant inflatable circular bag (known as a Pneumoform) 36 metres, and the first one appeared in Narrabeen Public on a concrete slab foundation, cover it with a flexible frame of School for a library and administration building. reinforced steel rods connected by springs, then slowly pour One of the first of the larger 36-metre wide Binishells, in wet concrete over the top.

Fairvale High School, Fairfield, colThen, as the concrete begins to lapsed during severe weather condiharden, slowly inflate the bag to create tions in Jan 1975, just three months “The safety features characteristic a dome. after it was elevated, but its replaceof Binishells also make them ideal shelters Once the concrete has set (around ment still stands. an hour or two later), deflate the bag The Binishell at Ku-ring-gai Crein the event of natural calamities.” and you’re left with a solid shell. Then ative Arts High School was constructthe interior is ready for modification: ed in 1975. This reporter remembers add windows, doorway(s), ceiling supthe excitement surrounding its instalports, carpet for the floor and, if needed, subdividing walls for lation and scepticism regarding its strength and longevity. interior rooms.

In an Oct 2019 Facebook post, Ku-ring-gai High School Believe it or not, there is a word for this type of pneumatical- revealed “Our Binishell has been recommended for National ly-formed building: Binishell.

Heritage listing!

Binishells were named after their inventor, the innovative and “Named the Margaret Preston Hall, after Australian paintprogressive Italian architect Dr Dante Bini, who pioneered au- er and printmaker Margaret Preston. Regarded as one of tomated building techniques out of frustration with traditional Australia’s leading modernists of the early 20th century. The slow, labour-intensive and costly concrete formwork.

Binishell was lifted and shaped by air pressure in the midDr Bini was inspired after he played a tennis game on a 1970s, one of the first 36-metre Binishells to be constructed court protected by an inflatable covering that was covered in in schools around the state. a dense layer of snow.

“Our Binishell has been home to magnificent art shows, In the mid 20th century Binishells often graced the illustra- marvellous musical concerts, sports events and hundreds tions of science fiction stories and appeared in the TV cartoon of school assemblies. We hope to have many more memoseries The Jetsons. rable events to look forward to in this unique space.”

The students and people associated with Ku-ring-gai CreOver 1500 Binishells were constructed between 1970ative Arts High School are familiar with Binishells. One of these 1990 in 23 countries around the world, ranging in size from incredible, futuristic-looking structures exists in North Turra- 12 to 40 metres in diameter. murra – inside the grounds of the school - in use since 1975 Binishells are still in production under the guidance of Dr as a gymnasium and theatre.

Bini’s son, Nicoló Bini, who has reinforced their structural Between 1974 - 77, ten Binishells were built in Sydney met- engineering and modified them for international building ropolitan schools, another four in Newcastle and the Lower compliance regulations.

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A message from the Mayor I’d like to update Turramurra residents on Council projects and issues that will be of interest to those living in the area.

Turramurra Community Hub Some of you have asked about the status of the Turramurra Community Hub. This project aims to provide a new library, community centre, underground public car parking and an upgraded Turramurra centre.

A Council decision in May 2020 paused the Turramurra Hub project with the intention of preparing new planning controls for Ku-ring-gai. These new controls would have concentrated additional development near public transport and in town centres.

Gilroy Road cycleway Council is installing a temporary separated cycleway in Gilroy Road. The cycleway will also provide a cycling link to the Turramurra shops, Cameron Park and Karuah Oval and on to Turramurra Memorial Park.

The separated cycleway will be created by installing temporary kerbs and bollards with line marking and signage.

Once the cycleway is installed, the community can give their view on the project and whether it should become more permanent.

Since that decision was taken, community opposition has been expressed to the increased housing density proposed by last year’s draft housing strategy.

As a result the Council decided not to proceed with that strategy – meaning there will be no new planning controls to raise building heights or increase dwelling numbers and instead, any new housing will be built under existing controls.

However it’s important to understand that without providing increased residential dwelling numbers in town centres, there will not be enough funding for the community facilities planned for the Turramurra Hub. The alternative of Council taking out massive loans to fund these facilities is a risky and unacceptable strategy to most people. Similar issues have been experienced with the proposed Lindfield Hub, where no tender has been successful.

Turramurra Memorial Park Work is about to start on upgrading the amenities building at Turramurra Memorial Park. Once finished, the building will have accessible male/female change-rooms, new showers and toilets, a covered outdoor space with a kitchen and BBQ and extra storage. Weather permitting, we expect the new building to be ready for use by the middle of this year.

Kissing Point Village Green playground The upgrade of the Kissing Point Village Green playground has started and will be finished in a few months. Based on your ideas, the new playground will have a variety of equipment and spaces for children to enjoy.

For more details about these projects and others taking place in Ku-ring-gai, visit our website at krg.nsw.gov.au Jennifer Anderson, Mayor of Ku-ring-gai 9424 0709 | facebook.com/kcmayor Council Meeting Council Meeting - 7pm Tuesday 16 March 2021

Council Chambers, 818 Pacific Highway, Gordon (02) 9424 0000 • krg.nsw.gov.au/meetings

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Next month WIRES will mark 35 years of rescuing and caring for wildlife in NSW.

IT IS the largest wildlife rescue organisation in Australia with over 3,000 volunteers, 28 local branches and a dedicated Rescue Office that operates 24/7, 365 days a year assisting the community to help native animals in distress. The WIRES rescue office receives around 170,000 calls a year and provides rescue advice and assistance for over 100,000 native animals annually.

In response to the tragic toll on our wildlife from the catastrophic Black Summer bushfires in 2019/2020, the ongoing drought and other extreme weather events, WIRES continue to implement and partner with immediate and long-term wildlife recovery and habitat rehabilitation projects in NSW and more broadly across Australia.

(WIRES is also collaborating and supporting smaller WIRES’ ongoing mission volunteer organisations in the wildlife sector as well as with is to rescue, rehabilitate and Universities, Veterinary Associations and other leading release native animals back scientific and environmental into their natural habita groups. These groups include WWF Australia, National Parks Association, Humane Society International, The Wilderness Society, Nature Conservation Council, Birdlife, RSPCA, Animal Welfare League and IFAW, which all continue to make significant ongoing contributions to the wildlife rehabilitation sector.)

WIRES’ ongoing mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and release native animals back into their natural habitat and actively preserve and protect them and inspire others to do the same.

To learn more about WIRES please visit wires.org.au and if you find a native animal in distress please call 1300 097 737 and follow the prompts, depending on the species.

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TURRAMURRA Images: Sphinx Memorial,

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A Sphinx carved from native sandstone is the centrepiece of a little-known war memorial in North Turramurra.

AS LOVERS of ancient history are no doubt aware, a Sphinx is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of either a bird of prey or a human, although cats and sheep heads were often featured. Sphinx statues were primarily deployed as guardians of temples and tombs.

Egyptian versions, of which the Great Sphinx of Giza (carved 2500 BCE) and the smaller Sphinx of Memphis are the Sydney’s own most famous examples, usually featured male heads.

Sphinx is the Ancient Greek versions also centrepiece of a had eagle wings and were typically female. The word ‘Sphinx’ is secluded war memorial possibly derived from the Greek Sfíximo, meaning ‘squeeze’, or near the southern sfíngo, meaning ‘tighten’, both of entrance to Bobbin which refer to how lions kill their prey: by suffocation.

Head Surprisingly, Sydney has its own Sphinx statue.

Carved between 1926-1928, it is considerably younger than its source of inspiration – the Great Sphinx of Giza - by some 4,400 years, and only one eighth the size of the 73m long, 20m high original.

Located here in 2074 postcode, Sydney’s own Sphinx is the centrepiece of a secluded war memorial near the southern entrance to Bobbin Head, at the edge of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in North Turramurra.

Although debate surrounds the origins and inspiration for the celebrated Great Sphinx of Giza (probably the little-known Pharoah Khafre) the North Turramurra Sphinx was chipped out of the surrounding sandstone by former stonemason and retired WWI soldier Private William Shirley.

Private Shirley was convalescing at nearby Lady Davidson Private Hospital on Bobbin Head Rd. The hospital, according to its website, was “built in 1920 by the Department of Defence to treat ex-servicemen who had contracted tuberculosis during World War 1.”

Private Shirley was indeed afflicted with tuberculosis. His lungs were also weakened by gas attacks on the First World War battlefields of the Western Front across France and Germany, the

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meandering line of fortified trenches that brutally extinguished the lives of so many young men.

Shirley trained in Egypt prior to his military deployment in Europe, so he may have seen the original Sphinx that inspired his life’s legacy. However, there is speculation the medical superintendent at Lady Davidson Hospital suggested the Sphinx project to the former stonemason, to utilise his talents and focus his thoughts away from his rapidly declining health.

Private Shirley’s lung damage inhibited his ability to work longer than two hours a day, so it took a year and a half to complete his mission. He died the following year, in 1929, never seeing his stonework unveiled as the centrepiece of a war memorial in 1931, that also includes two tiny pyramids. It is now known as the Sphinx Memorial.

Time has eroded the soft sandstone of the Turramurra Sphinx, and part of its headdress has detached. Like the Great Sphinx of Giza, it too is missing a nose, although the Egyptian monolith had his chiselled off, possibly by a Moslem leader to deter Egyptian peasants from worshipping it (the Sphinx was linked to the sun god, Horus).

Address: The Sphinx Memorial is located next to the southern entrance of Ku-ring-gai National Park on Bobbin Head Road. Turn right onto Sphinx Road and follow it approx. 400metres to the memorial.

Park entry fees: $12 per vehicle per day.

The Sphinx carpark closes 5.30pm Monday to Sunday Bobbin Head gates are closed 8pm - 6am (summer time), 5.30pm - 6am the rest of the year.

Email: bobbin.head@environment.nsw.gov.au Phone: 02 9472 8949

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Emma Nedov is an elite artistic gymnast with 3 World Championships and a World Cup gold medal on her mantle, you may remember her from 2074 Issue#1. We caught up with Emma recently and found out that she’s very busy these past few months with a TV show to add to her list of achievements.

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TELL us a little bit about yourself and what you have been up to since we last spoke with you?

Well since our last interview I’ve been training gymnastics still, I had a bit of time off from things during COVID. I got a great opportunity to work on a new TV show and I’ve now got a full time job as a Guest Services and Wellness manager at a luxury coworking and event space. It’s been an exciting year!

Can you share with us the name and details of the TV show you are doing?

Absolutely! The show is called Ultimate Tag and it launches on Channel Seven this Sunday at 7pm (March 7, continues Monday /Tuesday 7.30pm). It’s a game of speed and agility and ultimately ‘tip’ just made more fun and challenging with obstacles, superheros and some flips.

Has gymnastics been an important part of getting you in this new role?

I would say gymnastics definitely helped my skillset and capability to be successful on the show and it gave me a unique edge to my style as a Pro Tagger.

Have you had to do any additional training?

Absolutely - I did a lot more running in preparation for the show and hard surface landings and tricks as I’m more accustomed to the gymnastics floor and matting. I also had to get used to doing everything in shoes! I’m certainly more used to barefoot.

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Are there any funny incidents that took place during filming that you could share with us?

I spent majority of the time whilst filming laughing if I’m honest!

There were a few misteps and little falls that were hilarious but I’ll let you watch the show and see as I’ve already spotted a couple of them in the promo clips.

Do you have any advice for young people hoping to get into gymnastics/TV? My advice for everything in life is to say yes to new opportunities!

For gymnastics, I’d say to continue through the tough times as the sport will always lead somewhere. It can teach you skills for anything you end up doing in life, whether it’s time management and discipline or the ability to flip. My advice for getting to experience something like Ultimate Tag is to be confident in yourself and go out there and look for new adventures.

“My advice for everything in life is to say yes to new opportunities! For gymnastics, I’d say to continue through the tough times”

What’s on the horizon for EMMA in 2021?

Look, I’m not sure! I’d love for something to come from Ultimate Tag and I’m also enjoying my new job. I’ll continue training and working on my skills and go with the flow.

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Locals dance their way to health and happiness and dancing is a great way to de-stress and feel good. And a group of local seniors are proving that you’re never too old.

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EACH Wednesday, they participate in a program called DanceMoves, a stylised dance class specifically designed for seniors. It’s one of the many programs offered by Dance Health Alliance, a not-for-profit organisation offering dance and movement training to seniors in care homes and community centres around Australia.

Co-founder Gwen Korebrits says the low impact fitness program, accompanied by a unique playlist that changes each week, focuses on falls prevention, balance, flexibility and stamina. It incorporates various dance styles, and no technique, talent or dance experience is necessary. “We believe everyone is a dancer regardless of age or ability,” she says.

Gwen explains as an exercise form, dance is ideal for senior bodies. The benefits range from improvements in memory, movement and mental health. “Dance is a medicine; it increases your Cardiovascular and aerobic fitness, produces muscle strength and encourages balance,” she says. “It improves mood, enhances memory, induces neuroplasticity and increases self-awareness. And then, of course, there are the social benefits.”

Dance Health Alliance classes are open to seniors of all

abilities, with movements that can be performed either sitting or standing.

Turramurra local Alex Young has been attending classes for four years. She is in her 70s, had never danced before, but it didn’t matter. “As the teacher says, there’s no right or wrong” she says. “The classes are fun and friendly, and you just go at your own pace”.

Alex says the classes have helped her manage her arthritis and stay healthy. “It’s great exercise for your body and your brain,” she says. “The music really gets you moving, and it’s nice to connect with other people in the class.”

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A place for men to feel safe to be themselves.

MARTIN Gillespie is the founder and CEO of GEM Wellness Warriors, a consulting business designed for men, and founded in the midst of the COVID-19 global pandemic after many years of research. Its focus is the wellness of men in society.

GEM, which stands for G- Growth, E - Empathetic, M – Mindset, provides a place for men and women to feel safe to be themselves, to grow, to become more empathetic and to change their mindset to heart values.

Martin works with individuals and groups, and looks at questioning the preset mindset, challenge preset beliefs and look at the pillars of good wellness which includes the relationship with nutrition, sleep, connection and emotional wellbeing.

GEM Wellness Warriors came about after Martin’s personal journey which included trauma, divorce, parenting and overcoming stage 4 cancer. These experiences brought him to the conclusion that health wellness was the number one priority in life.

In Martin’s words, “Men’s wellness is one of society’s unspoken areas, which sadly also represents the global highest suicide rates in the world.

More men in the age bracket 30 - 50 commit suicide than any other age group. We are programmed not to talk about emotions, about vulnerabilities, as these, regardless of upbringing, are not discussed openly.

More men would rather discuss the performance of their car than that of their health and wellness.”

Support for men’s wellness has a society and perception challenge as it is still regarded as an emotional area of weakness if you ask / seek help.

We men learn during the attachment years (aged 0 - 7) not to show emotions, be strong, be brave, crying is a sign of weakness. We are not encouraged during our schooling to discuss matters of emotion, or from the heart.

As we develop we retreat into our ‘man cave’ and only show small amounts of emotion on a reactive basis. It is a common misconception that showing emotions are a sign of weakness in our society.”

Martin is a Board Member at Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) and a firm believer that change is necessary in society, including the teaching of wellness, good nutrition, holistic health, connections and optimism.

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Martin says, “There are many signs people show, not just men, when needing help. An obvious one is their physical appearance, their mental state, the consumption of alcohol, the use of drugs / medication, withdrawing from social surroundings, constantly changing mind / plans, detachment in relationships, lack of sleep, the overuse of social media, the reliance of external validation for actions.”

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Accountability is the key to success in achieving your fitness goals.

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ACCORDING to David Bowman, Coach and Head Trainer at refreshYOU, ‘accountability’ is the number one thing you must include when you decide to “get fit”.

David asserts that there are numerous studies to support the importance of accountability when it comes to achieving your goals. In fact, there are many case studies to show that the most highly successful people and leaders all have accountability coaches in some format.

David says; The benefits of accountability include: Accelerates your performance.

By working with a wellness/fitness coach you can iron out the kinks in your plan and develop a sure-fire winning strategy that you can execute knowingly with confidence.

Helps you measure your success and progress.

A good coach will help you define what success looks like and will help you set milestones to measure your progress along the way.

Keeps you engaged.

There are things that will come up that will distract you from achieving your goals and take you off course. Knowing that your coach is there to track your progress will keep you going to the finish line.

Keeps you responsible.

When you work with someone who pushes you to make a change and holds you accountable for your actions each week, you will also begin to recognise your progress and know that you are ultimately responsible for these outcomes.

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Confirms your thoughts and ideas.

You can silence your inner critic and bounce your ideas off someone else. They can help you make sound decisions and give you constructive advice.

So, how do you get yourself an accountability coach?

Accountability coaches come in many forms and can include hiring a personal trainer, joining a gym, engaging a nutritionist or even simply finding a relative or friend who can help you stay motivated and on track towards achieving your goals. They need to be someone within your circle of influence, that you can confide in.

According to David, creating and establishing accountability doesn’t need to be a long-drawnout process either. He suggests by following 3 simple steps you can be on your way. Step 1 is to find a purpose partner to keep you accountable, Step 2 is becoming personally accountable for your success, and finally Step 3 is getting a mentor or coach to support your journey.

If you would like to learn more about accountability or refreshYOU, be sure to check out their website or speak with one of their coaches.

According to David, there are numerous studies to support the importance of accountability when it comes to achieving your goals

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Indoor plants are all the rage and they are not only adding beautiful green highlights to your décor, but also health benefits to your city living.

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WHEN it comes to interior decorating there’s no easier way to liven up a room and add colour, texture, and style than by putting a few well-chosen plants around the place. Contrary to common misgivings, most indoor plants are quite easy to keep and they don’t always need to be in a sunny, airy location: some thrive in the bathroom; others are perfectly content in a cool, dim, hallway.

The sheer variety of indoor plants available makes them extremely versatile as decorative items. From palms that can fan out to fill a cavernous corner, to vines that can be trained across a stark archway, to small cacti that can add humour and interest to a bare windowsill, there’s a plant that will suit every situation.

Yet plants also have benefits beyond the aesthetic. Studies have suggested that having plants inside a home or workspace will increase positive mood and lead to better productivity and harmony. Plants are an organic filtering machine that suck in carbon dioxide and release it as oxygen. Many houseplants act as air purifiers, actually absorbing toxins including benzene, formaldehyde, xylene and toluene.

Having said all this, there are some plants you should steer clear of if you have pets or young children - they may cause adverse reactions in humans and can even be fatal to cats and dogs.

The best thing to do, always, is speak to an expert who can guide you on the best choice of plants for your circumstances. Go to a local nursery. They’ll be familiar with the climate and soil in the area, as well as any pests or diseases. Get to know them and you’ll be able to pop in any time for advice or to add to your plant family.

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HOME/LIVING REAL ESTATE

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UPDATE

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What Buyers are looking for in the current environment.

THE way we use and view our homes changed, possibly forever, last March when Sydney went into lockdown.

Suddenly people have needed their home to function as a home office for remote working, a classroom for remote learning and a resort for holidaying at home.

Spare rooms have been cleaned out and re-purposed, backyards had kids running around in them every day and those with high speed internet, air-conditioning or solar power appreciated these additions more than ever.

And even as the pandemic restrictions are easing in Sydney, many of these lifestyle changes have lingered and have had a noticeable impact on what many buyers and tenants are seeking when it comes to finding a new home.

These are some key features that I feel will make your home more desirable in the current climate: Home Offices Dedicated work spaces are highly sought after.

If you don’t already have a dedicated study consider repurposing an unused room or installing custom joinery into the corner of a living space to make it more a multipurpose space.

Properties with a floor plan that can comfortably accommodate working-from-home parents and studying children without compromising family living provide the ultimate flexibility and are more sought after than ever.

Cabana & Pool Houses In the past, cabanas and pools houses were often underutilised, especially during the colder months, but now they can be a much needed extra living/study/retreat space with families all at home together.

With travel restrictions continuing to limit and disrupt holiday plans, having a cabana or pool house can allow you to entertain and relax or just get some much-needed separation between kids and parents and make a ‘holiday at home’ just as satisfying.

In some cases, adding a cabana can be a simpler and less expensive exercise than adding a room to your existing home.

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Connectivity and Creature Comforts Looking beyond the space a home has to offer, there are smaller improvements that can still give a home extra appeal to today’s potential buyers and tenants.

Remote working, home schooling and Netflix binges are putting an unprecedented pressure on home internet connections and having a reliable, high speed service, such as fibre, to the premises, has become a highly desirable feature that you can add to your property.

To remain comfortable whilst using your ultra-fast internet you may also want to install air conditioning or heating - another inclusion that has become increasingly sought after as people spend more time at home.

Solar Power One of the downsides of these creature comforts is the power they consume. Solar panels and battery systems have become even more valuable as electricity consumption increases, especially during day time hours.

We are fortunate in Ku-ring-gai to often enjoy larger than average block sizes, great public facilities and some beautiful natural surrounds, which have all contributed to make the area even more appealing compared to more heavily developed areas of Sydney.

If you are interested in how the value of your home has fared in the current market or how you can further improve your property’s worth please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Have you ever found yourself stressed about how much time your kids spend on online?

SCREEN time is the number one debate, and while time-poor parents are trying to decide whether it’s good or bad, kids are casually consuming countless TikToc and YouTube videos.

One thing we can do, that will at least put some minds to rest, is ensure that their time spent online is ‘quality time’. There are a number of educational websites for kids, that offer entertaining content, but will also stimulate their precious minds.

www.abc.net.au/abckids

ABC for Kids has come a long way from its humble beginnings and now offers a full range of interactive and educational contents and the best part is it’s free. You can find something to suit every age with ABC Kids App, ABC Kids Listen App, ABC Kids Play App, and ABC ME for the older ones.

Code Club

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Code Club is a great initiative that relies on the premise that every kid should have the opportunity to learn digital skills, and that’s exactly what this site does and it’s free. Their nationwide network of clubs, serve over 75,000 youth a week and is part of the Telstra Foundation. With 10,000 clubs in 120 countries and projects in 28 languages, this is a gold star initiative and well worth checking out.

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TURRAMURRA FC is a local Football club teaching not only the game but also the self-confidence and the enjoyment of team sport with friends.

They train at Samuel King Oval in North Turramurra and registration is open to all players boys, girls, men and women from Under 6 through to Over 45.

The seasons last from April to August and no experience is necessary to join.

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If you are interested in joining, see their website on how to register or email ntfcclubsecretary@gmail.com should parents have questions about our club which has been serving the local community since 1957

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WHEN we first started out we truly thought $40,000 would get us to our goal but we came up against a lot of hurdles. In the end we needed about $75,000 to get a vehicle that was truly appropriate and gave Ryan all the bells and whistles he needed - a Mercedes Sprinter. We pulled out all stops and were only able to reach our goal using numerous angles, whilst building a network of compassion among local businesses/community members. We even had Mercedes Benz CastleHill on board who reduced the price for us and helped with all of the modifications we needed.

Most notably, our My Cause page raised over $34k, and another local father, Greg Johnson, was able to raise over $25,000 through his own My Cause by riding the elevation of Everest in ONE DAY on a street near where he lives in Wahroonga.

We have to give special mention to the Lions Club Hornsby who made the final, incredible donation that allowed us to push

over the line and purchase the Van within 4 months of our original meeting with Ryan and his family. It took a month for the car to be converted and before school finished for 2020, the Kim Family were able to drive Ryan to and from school, giving him the freedom and independence every 10 year old deserves.

Unfortunately, we can never cure Ryan but we can ALWAYS CHOOSE to make a difference in someone’s life. It isn’t always by money. Sometimes it’s by time, spreading the word or simply listening. I feel we showed Ryan true love and we showed all of our children how together we can all make a difference.

Thank you to all of the incredibly generous local community members and businesses that supported us!

ST IVES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Apply now for 2022 A unique educational environment for boys in Preschool to Year 6 To apply or find out more phone 8302 5218 stives@sydgram.nsw.edu.au www.sydgram.nsw.edu.au/st-ives

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All aboard for your foodie tour of Turramurra!

Whether it’s a la carte dining or take out, we’ve got you covered with our selection of restaurants and takeaways in Turramurra. Jump aboard as we take you on a degustation for everything from modern Australian, Spanish to fish and chips.

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KIPLINGS GARAGE BAR

WITH an award-winning wine list and a mouth-watering menu, Kipling’s Bar and Grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a convenient snack menu for a quick but tasty bite. Perfect for date night, dinner with friends, a birthday party or special event, this modern buzzing restaurant bar is a must-visit in Turramurra.

HANUMAN THAI

LOVERS of Thai food will be well rewarded at this unassuming, family run restaurant, known for its food and great service. You will find your favourite dishes, including Green Papaya Salad and Thai Green Curry as well as street food favourites such as Koo Wa Gai Noodles and Pad Thai Punim. Check out the Deep Fried Spicy Battered Soft Shell Crab or Steamed Wild Barramundi Fillets for a special treat. With an extensive range, they also offer home delivery.

TURRAMURRA PIZZA GOURMET

SOME would say this is the best pizza you can get on the North Shore. Turramurra Pizza Gourmet is known for it’s fresh and generous toppings and light pizza base. But it’s not all Pizza, on the menu you can find tender ribs, wings and burgers. For great food, raved-about service and reasonable prices, pizza night is sorted!

TAPAS BODAGA

SO you still can’t catch a plane overseas at the moment, but one visit to this local favourite and you might as well be in a traditional tapas bar in Barcelona. A family run restaurant, if it’s Spanish you are looking for, then this is the place. Voted Sydney’s Top Destination for a Tantalising Taste of Genuine Spanish Tapas, its menu selection is complimented with its Spanish wine and beer menu. Take a trip and enjoy the Sangria!

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Address; 2 Eastern Rd, Turramurra, NSW 2074 Email: bookings@kiplingsgaragebar.com.au Phone: (02) 9440 4088 Open 7 Days / Fully Licensed

Address: Shop 4 Eastern Rd, Turramurra NSW 2074 Phone: 02 9488 8765 Open 7 Days / Dine in / Take away / Home Delivery / B.Y.O Restaurant Available on Menulog, or order/ online from their website

Address: 6 Princes St, Turramurra NSW 2072 Website: turramurrapizzagourmet.com.au Phone: 02 9488 8551 Open Tues– Sun / Dine in / Take away / Home Delivery Available on Deliveroo Menulog and Doordash, online from their website

Address: 1/1269 Pacific Hwy, Turramurra NSW 2074 Phone: 02 9449 4622 Website: tapasbodega.com

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South Turramurra Dog Oval 1 Vernon St, South Turramurra NSW 2074

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Our guide to the best off-leash parks for your dogs to go wild!

Located in Kissing Point Green Village, South Turramurra Dog Oval has plenty of space for off the leash exercise. With shade, toilets, drinking water for your pups, poop bags, a fenced area and convenient parking, it’s fun for all with a vibrant community atmosphere.

LOOKING for dog-friendly parks to run your furry four-legged friends off the leash, then check out these three top picks.

Karuah Park Karuah Rd, Turramurra NSW 2074

Sandakan Park Dog Park Du Faur St, North Turramurra NSW 2074

Also the location for the pet friendly Turramurra Fresh Produce & Gourmet Markets on Wednesday, Karuah Park has a running track, fitness equipment, bowling nets and is a lovely well-kept park to take the pooches for an off the leash run.

A great place for dogs and owners to meet and have a chat. There’s plenty of room for off the leash play. The park is fenced and gated, with poop bags and plenty of bins.

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WILLOW THE WEIRDO - There is so much to say about 12 year old Ragdoll x Domestic Shorthair Willow, AKA Willow the Weirdo - despite being blind and hard of hearing, she is living her best life.

She is an expert communicator - constantly letting her owners know when her water bowl is empty, she’s hungry or when she wants a tummy rub. Willow proves that cats have 9 lives - surviving a fall from a 2nd storey roof onto concrete, 2 dog attacks, a cat attack and 2 rounds of near-fatal tick bites.

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ARABELLA - Arabella is a 5 year old Murray Darling Carpet Python. She’s got a beautifully calm personality, and likes to be out of her tank exploring. She’s allergic to rats but loves smashing down quails and chickens. It’s been an amazing experience to watch her colours come out more as she grows. Hopefully one day she’ll be over two metres!

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LOUIE - I’m Louie - aka, King Louie, Lou, Louis, Slug, Handsome, Rouie. If you’ve got any frankfurts or bacon - you’ll be my favourite person in the room. When I’m not stalking my Mum around the house, I am SLEEPING because how good is sleep!? I can sleep anywhere - couch, bed, on your face while you sleep - it depends on my mood. Walks are okay too, I GUESS - as long as it’s not too long? Like at all, these little legs get tired!

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SMUDGE - Meet Smudge! a 13 week Lagotto Romagnolo He is a beautiful little pup and very chilled most of the time. Had a fantastic breeder and a really positive environment as a young pup. He has fitted in perfectly with my 13 1/2 year old Groodle (Doogall). He loves laying in strange places, ‘helping’ in the garden, trying to get his old brother to play and especially loves to eat.

Very much a part of our lives already.

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PINOT & PICASSO

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Pinot & Picasso is Australia’s #1 Paint and Sip Experience, allowing you to take on some basic (and some more advanced) techniques of painting on canvas, in a hassle-free, approachable and collaborative setting.

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WITH over 40 studios around Australia, their Turrumurra studio is located at number 14, Princes St, Turramurra. You can choose from a variety of different sessions, including kids and family-friendly sessions, adult sessions, private groups, birthday parties and more. Bookings can be made easily online at www. pinotandpicasso.com.au/turramurra The studio is a BYO venue, so grab your favourite drinks and nibbles and enjoy the experience as our expert Pinot and Picasso hosts deliver each session with a comprehensive stepby-step instruction with plenty of room left for your inner-Picasso to run wild.

If you’re looking for things to do in the upcoming school holidays, there are a handful of kids and family sessions available to book into now!

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HEALTH/WELLNESS JANE SIMPSON BROWS Jane Simpson has been an eyebrow specialist for 25 years. She helps those who have lost their eyebrows, suffered disfigurement, or want to improve the way they look and feel. Jane is one of only three practitioners in NSW who are government accredited. She is highly qualified and last year was awarded Xero Best Small Business in Australia. With very high levels of professionalism, respect, care, and skill, Jane has earned a strong reputation in the industry and has literally changed the lives of clients.

963 Pacific Hwy, Pymble 0497 698 629 janesimpsonbrows.com

TURRAMURRA DENTURE STUDIO A boutique denture clinic servicing local residents of Sydney’s upper North Shore. Whether you need dentures, mouthguards, relines or repairs, our team has you covered! We aim to provide a comfortable environment and enjoyable experience for all of our patients throughout their treatment. Offering personalised service and non-invasive procedures, you can rest assured that by the end of your treatment you will smile like you mean it!

2/245 Bobbin Head Road 9144 2743 info@turramurradenturestudio.com.au refreshYOU Outdoor Fitness Here to help you discover the happier, healthier, stronger YOU. We have applied our 60+ years of experience to create a highly effective customised fitness, wellness, mindset and nutrition program that has the power to transform your lifestyle. We will show you how to become the best version of YOU. The key to how we do this is in the DNA of refreshYOU – our core values. At refreshYOU we believe that the outdoors grounds YOU, we will show YOU that movement is living, we believe that, above all, happiness is important, we want to celebrate the little things. We will make YOU feel like YOU belong.

0408 647 690 david@refreshyou.com.au GILLIAN ADAMS SPA Inspired by one purpose: to help clients see their inner beauty, creating endless possibilities to conquer the world and beyond. Gillian Adams Spa combines hair, beauty, body and cuisine - which is groundbreaking in the industry. This spa offers a unique experience, an oasis, reincarnating the tradition of ancient pools, which were places to relax and locations of social encounters.

9488 9944 1356 Pacific Hwy enquiry@gillianadams.com.au

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NORTH TURRMAURRA FOOTBALL CLUB At North Turramurra Football Club we pride ourselves on serving the community through the promotion of physical activity, teamwork, fairness and respect. We provide an environment that builds a love for the game, self confidence and the enjoyment of team sport with friends.

Registrations are now open visit ntfc.com.au KU-RING-GAI SWIMMING CLUB Celebrating 50 years of swimming and competition! Since 1969, swimmers from 5 to 75 have been competing every Saturday morning from 7 to 9:00am (October to March) at the West Pymble Swimming Pool. Electronic board, FINA compliant diving blocks and competitive swimmers, come and compete with us! Fun, family friendly & COVID safe.

Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre 0404031093 kuringgai.swimming.org.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!

Pop into your local ILS Store at Shop 1/192A Mona Vale Road, St Ives 9138 7212 TAYLORS’ PHARMACY Servicing the health needs of the Turramurra community and their families since 1972. At Taylors’ Pharmacy, we are committed to exceptional customer care to maximise our patients’ health and wellbeing - offering a range of services including pickup/local delivery.

27 Rohini St, Turramurra 9144 1363 KISSING POINT FAMILY DOCTORS A caring, vibrant General Practice providing the highest standard of patient care to all individuals and families in our community.

1 Kissing Point Road, Turramurra 9488 8100 F45 TURRAMURRA The F stands for Functional training - F45 delivers a mix of circuit and HIIT style workouts geared towards everyday movement. 45 is the total amount of time for sweat-dripping, heart-pumping fun.

17 Rohini St, Turramurra 0424 024 545 turramurra@f45training.com.au

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TURRAMURRA HEALTH/WELLNESS ctn’d POLLY AND STONE Is a luxury hair salon led by British Hairdressing Award winning hair stylist/ colourist Jasmine Redstone and her partner, Jack. They are bringing a worldly approach to your salon experience and believe in really getting to know their clients + their clients hair.

Polly and Stone offer extended appointments to ensure the desired results are achieved.

Level 1/4 Eastern Rd, Turramurra 0435 294 866 | gettimely.com

HOME LUSCHWITZ REAL ESTATE At the forefront of the property industry on the North Shore since its foundation in 1969. As a third generation, independent business Luschwitz continues to help clients maximise their returns and fulfil their property ambitions. Together with their handpicked team, company directors John Luschwitz and Josh Luschwitz are passionate about what they deliver, offering an unsurpassed standard of service. With unmatched local knowledge, formidable negotiation skills and an expansive network of industry contacts, the Luschwitz team is well equipped to deliver results regardless of market conditions. Listing your property with Luschwitz means you can relax, secure in the knowledge that you are in very capable hands.

999 Pacific Highway, Pymble 9449 5511

ABIGAIL LARKIN ARCHITECTS Experienced in all aspects of design, documentation, and approvals process. We’ll guide you through the construction, from sketch plan to completion, while ensuring smooth dealings with council and builders. Our aim is to provide a home that complements the landscape, suits your needs and fills you with joy.

Abigail Larkin has 25 years experience and is a highly qualified, ethical and diligent architect.

0418 998 368 abigail.larkin.architects@gmail.com STONE REAL ESTATE Able to achieve great results, faster. With our up-to-the-minute database, we know where and who your current buyers are.

Our greater insights lead to a smarter marketing campaign, one streamlined specifically for your target audience and reviewed regularly to ensure you get and pay for only what you need. We believe in prosperity across the board and transparency every step of the way. It’s why we do what we do. At Stone, our door’s always open.

9880 8860 www.stonerealestate.com.au 25 Rohini Street, Turramurra

NOVALE Bathrooms Dedicated to delivering dreams for clients on time and within budget.

Affordable pricing without sacrificing quality! We aim to simplify the bathroom renovation process as much as possible, to ensure that the journey is as enjoyable as the outcome. From design, layout and materials to quotation and installation, our dedicated Project Managers will guide you through every step of the way. Our master craftsmen will deliver your dream in style, with high quality workmanship that is supported by premium products, materials, fixtures and fittings.

Call 1800 668 253 or visit the website www.novale.com.au

EDEN GARDENS We believe in enriching people’s lives with plants. Our vision is “to be universally recognised as the world’s leading retailer of plant related products that enrich people’s lives”.

Our team understands the holistic purpose of plants and is devoted to customer service. We strive to be personable and offer products that are striking quality and value, we always hope that the customer experience here is inspiring and informative.

307 Lane Cove Road, Macquarie Park 9491 9900

SERVICES DRIP DROP PLUMBING Our experienced technicians always get the job done right the first time and at reasonable rates. We have the staff, tools and resources necessary to handle all of your drainage issues, no matter how simple or complex. We’re committed to serving the North Shore community with fast, reliable service and immediate response times. Open 24 hours/7 days a week. Give Drip Drop Plumbing and Maintenance a call today! dripdropplumbing.com.au 6 Putarri Ave, St. Ives 0414 494 176 dripdrop@hotmail.com.au

KEENSPARK ELECTRICAL Offers upfront pricing with a $0 call out-fee. For an amazing service every time, support local and choose KeenSpark every time. Receive $50 off your first job booking + 10% discount for seniors.

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1. Sell off-market for free on the HousePro Marketplace, where we match your property with our extensive database of profiled buyers in Ku-ring-gai. No agent fees or advertising costs - it’s FREE. 2. Sell your property through an on-market campaign for the lowest commissions in Ku-ring-gai. www.housepro.com.au 0418 117 740 support@housepro.com.au PERENNIAL PROPERTY SERVICES With 10 years experience in the industry they have all the skills and equipment needed to keep your garden in its prime without using chemicals harmful to you or your pets. Servicing the Northern Beaches, upper/lower North Shore, Sydney city to Pennant Hills, Hornsby and as far as the central coast. Services include: mowing, fertilising, weed control, clean ups, plant outs, new turf, mulching, pressure cleaning, drainage, installing and maintaining irrigation off rain water tanks and town water, stump grinding and tree pruning, and small handyman jobs. Boat access jobs too. Fully insured. Commercial and residential. Get your neighbours in on it and they’ll work out a better price for all!

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YAWP STUDIOS A boutique commercial photography studio based in Turramurra; specializing in headshots, social media campaign shots and photos for personal or product branding. Shoots can also be conducted remotely!

Call Ellen today on 0478 297 334 hello@yawp.studio NICE CLEAN WINDOWS Paying equal attention to the glass and window sills - this is just like a car detail, for your windows! Quality window cleans really makes a difference to the exterior of your home, and with consistent 5 star reviews, these guys do it best!

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PETS PETS ON THE RUN Sydney’s premier dog walking and pet-sitting service, providing a warm and friendly environment for your pets while following council guidelines and keeping everyone safe at all times.

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TURRAMURRA VET HOSPITAL Local family owned, independent and multi award-winning vet hospital hospital. You will receive advice – from the heart – about your family pets from enthusiastic vets and nurses who are real animal lovers. All our vets have a long commitment to the Ku Ring Gai area. We’re always happy to hear what you would like for your pet, so that together we can develop the most suitable health plan 2 Princes Street, Turramurra 9988 0198 turramurravet.com.au HEALING HOUNDS MASSAGE Dog Massage Therapy helps to improve comfort and mobility for dogs with joint and muscle pain & stiffness & with post op recovery. Not just for sore joints, this relaxing treat boosts general health & well-being, is great for skin & coat health & reduces anxiety.

Call Ayala - 0431 113 859 THE PET CONNECTION Bringing animals and people together for over 25 years. The staff at The Pet Connection are there because they genuinely love animals and they love what animals can do for people. With great local knowledge on top of their pet expertise, they can advise you on the right pet for your environment.

St Ives Shopping Village, Shop 25c, 166 Mona Vale Rd, St. Ives - 9988 0038 thepetconnection.com.au NORTHSIDE EMERGENCY VET (AFTER HOURS) Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We are a completely modern after hours vet hospital that is run by a co-operative of 29 of Sydney’s leading vets.

335 Mona Vale Road, Terrey Hills 9452 2933 SMALL PAWS PET BOARDING The only pet boarding facility dedicated to housing and caring exclusively for cats and small breed dogs. Tucked away in the back of Duffys Forest, these guys will treat you little ones as their own.

413 Killawarra Rd, Duffys Forest 9450 1579

KIDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF MUSIC ISM Turramurra provides unique, group music courses for students from 2 years of age. We also offer private tuition for piano, guitar, singing and theory.

174 Kissing Point Road - 9983 9460 info@ismturramurra.com.au

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TURRAMURRA KIDS ctn’d 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

CREATIVE FACES Specialising in professional face painting artistry, balloon twisting, glitter/ airbrush tattoos, special effects make up and other wonderful kids’ and adult entertainment services - guaranteed to make any event a success.

Call Elena - info@creativefaces.com.au 040676389 North Shore Basketball League (NSBL) 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

TURRAMURRA MUSIC Whether you are a professional, hobbyist or a beginner our team will provide you with expert, trustworthy service. We have dedicated school and tertiary sales managers catering to prep, primary and secondary schools, colleges and tertiary institutions. We offer a one-stop-shop on virtually every kind of music and audio product available, as well as in-house repair & servicing and technical support staff, including guitar repairers and accredited computer audio technicians.

1267 Pacific Highway 9449 8487 turramusic.com.au TURRAMURRA CYCLERY Family owned, family run and selling fun since 1985. Stocking only the best brands and offering experienced service.

1366 Pacific Hwy 9144 2128 IGA TURRAMURRA PLAZA Offering an extensive range of products available, all stocked brands are trusted for their great quality and value. IGA Turramurra offers the Price Match Promise and even offer a 200% guarantee to make sure you are happy with your fresh purchases.

Ranges are tailored to give our local customers more of what they like, this includes ones you may no longer find on shelves in other supermarkets.

1380 Pacific Hwy 9983 0562 AVENUE LUXE A gorgeous collection of giftware, luxury homewares and designer fashion; a huge range of favourites and everyday luxuries.

10 Railway Ave 9489 6077

RETAIL ELEGANT OUTDOORS Award winning independent garden centre, accredited by the Nursery & Garden Industry as a Garden Centre of Excellence. Committed to providing only the best quality products and offering inspiration, knowledge and good old-fashioned service.

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BOTANICAL BUNCHES Bespoke designed floral arrangements, all delivered, to brighten your home or as the perfect gift to convey your sentiments.

Call or email sam@botanicalbunches.com 0480 286 406

FOOD PIERRE’S PATISSERIE Serving freshly made cakes and pastries - as well as an outstanding cup of coffee. Pierre’s is also now delivering locally to Turramurra and surrounds!

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