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I’m generally not one for a clichéd adage, but someone once said to me that life is like a kaleidoscope; one small turn and everything looks completely different. That’s how the electorate of North Sydney looks this week with an independent MP on her way to Canberra. I don’t think Kylea Tink would call the efforts of her volunteer team “one small turn” – I know the campaign was wellthought out, well run and hard work for everyone involved – well done to them! TVO would be remiss not to thank Trent Zimmerman. He was always a highly visible and approachable MP, who worked tirelessly to represent the electorate. He was always extremely supportive of Sydney Community Services and The Village Observer. Thank you, Trent. We can’t help but wonder where you will appear next! Ultimately, it’s all about the people on the ground and the community that makes North Sydney, and Lane Cove, so special. This month the Council gave out its Citizenship Awards and we have included a rundown of all the great people and businesses that have been recognised this year. Coming out of COVID, it’s lovely to see how these faces and companies brought everyone together. A special nod goes to our TV critic, Stephen Miller - not just for delighting us with his words, but for being a recipient of one of those awards. Thank you to all our contributors and advertisers this month, as always. Readers – we always want to hear from you: stories, people to interview, happenings, creative writing – whatever you have. Get in touch: editor@thevillageobserver.com.au
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You may have noticed extensive work on Central Avenue Lane Cove. Lane Cove Council is installing concrete road barriers to stop the number of illegal u-turns and has also done some slight tweaking to the road to make cars slow down for the pedestrian crossing.
Independent Kylea Tink has been voted the Member for North Sydney, following a close battle with incumbent, Liberal MP Trent Zimmerman.
Lane Cove talent
Lane Cove’s very own Saxon Weaver has been cast in Mary Poppins as one of the actors playing Michael Banks. He has already made his debut at the Sydney Lyric Theatre. Saxon has received training from Tanya Pearson Academy, Lane Cove Dance. This is an amazing show not to be missed. The show runs throughout June and tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.au. Emma Grimes, Michael Fitzgerald & Peter Louridas
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Hunters Hill Theatre moves home and locks in future shows Hunters Hill Theatre has moved to a new venue following the sale of St John’s Church, Woolwich. Its new home is Club Ryde on Victoria Road where the theatre group has turned the top floor into a cosy theatre with 106 seats (some tiered) and its own bar for interval refreshments. With the new venue up and running, a series of new plays have been scheduled starting with The Female of the Species that opens on June 17. Written by Joanna Murray Smith and directed by Jennifer Willison, the play sees Margot Mason, feminist, writer and fearless academic, trying to write her next life-altering bestseller, when she is interrupted by Molly – an idealist student who is deeply affected by Margot’s writings. A dedicated fan? Not quite. Described a wickedly funny, it is on the 2022 HSC curriculum, so a must-see for students. Female of the Species will be followed up in September with Australia Day, written by Jonathan Biggins and directed by Jasper Kyle. This satirical gem pulls apart such heady issues as which snags to serve at a multi-cultural barbie, politics, patriotism and progress - with something to offend just about everyone! The play runs from 9-25 September 9.
You can use your NSW Discover Vouchers to purchase tickets, or you can enter our competition: Let HH Theatre know in an email who you think should play you in a movie and why (30 words or less) - funniest, most poignant and creative will receive a double pass to any of this year’s productions. Email annabel.norris@ bigpond.com More information can be found online: www.huntershilltheatre.com.au
How to present your property for winter-warming sales Winter is an ideal season for selling your home. For one, there are typically fewer listings than in the warmer months, coupled with the same numbers of potential buyers. Secondly, home buyers know you mean business when selling your property in winter. Without the benefit of blooming spring gardens and inviting summer breezes, the unique qualities of your property can come to the fore. SOME SELLING TIPS THAT REAP REWARDS: Clear the home of clutter - A clutter-free home provides the illusion of extra space and paints a picture of potential uses or scenarios for interested buyers. It pays to be ruthless in the culling process, where clear, clean, uncluttered spaces always supplant sentimentality. If you can afford to move muchloved but extraneous furniture and objects into storage, you are advised to do so. A neat garden should define your great outdoors - With the absence of leafy greens and bright blooms, winter gardens are traditionally spare. Therefore, they should be presented in meticulous detail. Ensure that hedges are trimmed, overhanging branches are pruned, and the weeding is regularly maintained. Keep your interiors warm and inviting Creating a cosy atmosphere, combined with the suggestion of reduced energy bills, is
essential for ambience and savings on running costs. Open fireplaces are an obvious example for inspirational warmth, scene-setting and energy saving. Similarly, the aroma of winter spices, such as clove and cardamom, the scent of freshly baked goodies, and the addition of gently piped music, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that can prove irresistible to aspirational buyers. Complete any DIY projects before listing your property - It’s imperative that decking, painting and landscaping projects are completed to a high finish before the ‘open for inspections’ begin. Presenting your property in its full glory depends on the appearance of quality, style and aspirational value. Shine a light on your home’s best features - With the shorter days and reduced natural light of winter, it’s important to display your property’s selling points to your advantage. Showcasing open-plan rooms with zoned lighting works wonders for opening up a world of possibilities to potential buyers. Large kitchens, dining rooms and living rooms can be staged to feature areas within wide-open spaces.
Hyecorp opens applications A retirement for community grants
letter from Community groups are invited to apply for one Tim David ofDr six 2020 Hyecorp Community Grants. Each worth
$2000, there will be two available in each of the Lane Local GP and longCove, Willoughby and Ku-ring-gai areas. time writerclose for30TVO. Applications November 2020 with judging taking place in early December and cheques given to Dear Patient, the winning community groups prior to Christmas. This is ahave note been to letgiving you know now I am 75 Hyecorp backthat to the local years of age, afteryears morethrough than 42community years in Lane Cove community forand many at the Burns Bay Medical Centre,and my volunteering. wife Kyran and I grants, donations, sponsorships, Itare hashaving supported than 35 different community a seamore change. organisations From the across end of Lane April,Cove, I willGreenwich, be leaving the Practice Willoughby, and shortly and afterRyde. semi retiring to the Port Stephens Hyecorp the and Community Grants area. It has commenced been a privilege an honour to know initiative andGeneral grants have supported the our you and in to 2012 be your Practitioner during Lane Youth timeCove together at Orchestra, the Centre.Lane Cove Historical Society, Cove West Public School, Greenwich If I am Lane unable to goodbye to you personally please Sailing Club, Willoughby Badminton Association, accept this note as a personal goodbye. North Sydney Junior Baseball Club and many other Trusting you will stay under the care of my community groups. It is also a major sponsor of colleagues at Burns Bay Medical Centre and remain in both the Lane Cove Football Club and the Lane Cove good health under their care. Municipal Art Award since 2012. More information can be found here: I am, www.hyecorp.com.au/ourcommunity Yours Sincerely, Tim David
Lane Cove local documents What Hearing backyard wildlife and nature launches home delivery
Lane Cove local Dr Rob Anderson turned the COVID lockdown into an opportunity to document the wildlife What Hearing has launched a new hearing andaid nature in the local area on you a newly created delivery service to save travelling to website: the www.smileatnature.com. hearing centre for hearing aid cleaning and Rob explains that theisLane Cove Backyard repairs. The service especially importantHabitat in programme wasclimate one of but the main forthose monitoring the current is alsodrivers great for andwho logging the wildlife. Among those photographed have trouble travelling or leaving their include Rainbow Lorikeets, Peron’s Frogs, Redhome. It also minimizes humanTree contact at this Browed Little Corellas, Fairy Wren, Whitetime Finch/Firetail, for the frail and elderly. throated Treecreeper, plus Dragonflies, Goannas The hearing aids will be collected from and Eastern your Water home Dragons. and arrive at the office. The hearing “Having looking with purpose, I havetobeen aids will gone then be cleaned and/or repaired get astonished therunning wildlife again. aroundWhat us, particularly the them upatand Hearing will large goannas Lane Coveaids National Theyback were a arrange forin the hearing to bePark! delivered surprise. live in amazing is suburb,” says Rob. to yourWe home. Noan packaging required although For more about theideal. Lane Cove Backyard your nameinformation and a zip loc bag is Habitat, check the Council website. Call 9420 2300 for more information.
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With lockdown restrictions having slowly been eased, most of us still have more time at home. That’s why now is a great time to prepare to sell your home. With the property market tipped to start gaining momentum soon, it’s important to have your property ready for interested buyers. According to industry researcher, Core Logic, house prices around the country have not plummeted, despite the number of transactions that took place during the CoVid-19 lock-down. There were sellers who pulled their properties off the market, and are likely to consider re-listing them in the coming months, so it’s important that you ensure your property stands out from the competition. My first open for inspection in early January had over 50 groups through the property. Attendance has continued to be very extremely high at each open for inspection, at every property, since then. With interest rates at an all time low and an abundance of buyers searching for their dream home, it makes sense to start planning now. .
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Birrahlee raises funds for flood affected preschools in the northern rivers Birrahlee Preschool has been providing preschool education to the Lane Cove community since 1959. Connecting with the community has always been a large part of the Birrahlee program, such as visiting the local library and art gallery, eating at local restaurants as well as supermarket and dentist visits. COVID unfortunately put a stop to these visits over the last two years, so when the terrible floods occurred in the northern rivers, Birrahlee decided that, as a community, it would help the community-based preschools in their recovery mission. As well as many families and educators who lost everything, at least 10 preschools also suffered flood damage and some of them had significant structural damage and lost every bit of their equipment. Through the community-based preschool network, a Go Fund Me page was set up for donations so that money could be shared amongst all the affected preschools. Birrahlee decided that this could be a great learning opportunity for the children so it spoke to them about the floods and how everyone could help. A pyjama day was held late last term and all the families, staff and children contributed to the cause. The children had a great time and thought it was very funny coming to preschool in their pyjamas. Birrahlee raised $1600 and the parent board of management matched it so they could donate $3200. What a great effort! If anyone would still like to donate, the Go Fund Me page is: Fundraiser by Northern Rivers Preschool Alliance : Support Community Preschools after the Flood (gofundme.com)
On Saturday May 28, Birrahlee will be holding an open day for new families. If you would like to know more about the open day or the preschool, visit www.birrahlee.com
Lane Cove Music CONCERT -“ROMANTIC BON BONS” Janet Webb – Flute. Jocelyn Edey Fazzone – Piano • Tuesday 21st June 2022 at 7.30pm. • Venue: LCM Anglican Church, • 19 Rosenthal Avenue, Lane Cove. Please visit our website www.lanecovemusic.org.au where bookings will open 31st May 2022. Limited ticket sales at the door. Phone enquiries welcome at 9428 4287.
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Comedy Fest tickets on sale Line-ups for next month’s Hunters Hill Comedy Festival are live at The Bar Ha Ha website. Tickets are on sale now - $50 each, including a drink from the bar (including fabulous cocktails from Buffalo Vale Distillery) and you can use your Discover NSW or Parents NSW vouchers.
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Currambeena Fundraiser for Ukraine Currambena’s Year 5/6 group recently ran a mini-fair at lunchtime to raise money for refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. Through the International Democratic Education community, one of the school’s teachers had made a connection with a teacher, Katerina, who runs a small school in Vinnytsia, Ukraine. When the children heard how Katerina has opened her school as a safe place for refugees to stay, they voted to raise some money to send to her. The children baked biscuits and cakes, brought in toys and books to sell and ran games and a raffle, which were all very much enjoyed by the rest of the school. It was a great success, and the money has now been sent to Katerina to help buy food and medical supplies for the people who stay in the school building. Katerina has emailed some photos to show how the money is helping.
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Vale Brent Courtney Well known Lane Cove local, McGrath Real Estate Agent’s Brent Courtney, passed away on May 22nd after a battle with cancer, leaving behind wife Sally and his three children, Ashton, Walker and Piper. Described as a “true gentleman and larger than life character” he was a popular face in Lane Cove and perpetually ranked in the top three agents at McGrath. Brent and the McGrath team sponsored St Michaels Primary School functions, St Michaels Church Huge Garage Sale and Lane Cove Junior Rugby Union Club. Brent and Sally also led the McGrath campaign to collect for the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal. A post on the Lane Cove Junior Rugby Union Club’s Facebook page reads: “We are very sad to share the news that Brent Courtney passed away on Sunday after an exceptionally courageous battle with illness. Brent and Sally Courtney have been fantastic members of Lane Cove Junior Rugby club for many
years. Both are very generous with their time, friendship, enthusiasm and support of our club. Sons Ashton and Walker were both popular players who played right up to the Under 15s/16s at the club. Brent Courtney is a big loss to our club and to the Lane Cove community. A highly successful real estate agent, a loving family man and a friend to so many. He will be greatly missed. Our hearts go out to Sally, Ashton, Walker and Piper and their family and friends.” A Requiem Mass for the repose of his soul was held at St Joseph’s College Chapel, Hunters Hill, on Friday 27th May, followed by a private burial.
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LIFE'S RICH PATTERN
The Beginning of the End by Liz Foster
The sun’s shining, the bluebells are nodding and my bedroom’s so bright the blinds remain drawn. Illustration by Grace Kopsiaftis If you’re thinking this doesn’t sound like Sydney of late, you’d be right. Pandemic borders have finally crumbled, and I’ve made it back to my homeland for a muchanticipated trip to see family and friends. Hooray! But as bad as the social distancing, PPE wearing, curfews and border closures have been, we should be thankful we avoided some of the stranger restrictions imposed worldwide. One country’s normal is another’s weird. The world finally feels like it’s breathing a collective sigh of relief and while Covid’s not a thing of the past, its catastrophic life changing mass-imposed consequences are thankfully (mostly) in the rear-view mirror. A mask and hand sanitiser have been added to the list of items Not To Leave Home Without, along with your phone, keys, and sunnies, but apart from that, job done. After years of relentless pandemic rule changing, stepping out into the wide world is all a bit nerve inducing. It’s hard to feel secure. Google assures me all UK entry restrictions have been dropped, but the UK Smart Traveller website maintains its yellow banner urging travellers to ‘exercise a high degree of caution.’ After an hour or so of mildly panicky link hopping, I decide my international covid pass seems good enough. I print out multiple copies of the QR coded certificate and save several screenshots. Just to be on the safe side.
whackier Covid rules. At one stage, travellers arriving in the UAE were given mandatory tracking bracelets during the compulsory 10-day home quarantine period (in case you didn’t feel you were already in prison). Ditto Singapore which mandated a tracking app on your phone. Russia’s public transport system stipulated glove wearing. And if you thought curfews were bad enough, spare a thought for the good citizens of Kosovo – people over sixty-five could only leave home between set hours. Other places mandated men and women could only go outside on alternating days. Meanwhile in Mexico, many states banned junk food, concerned that diabetes and obesity were putting people at higher risk from the virus. We all know better now, but the trick to stress free travel is to accept you can’t control how others behave. Luckily, it was all calm on board, the only pandemic sign being compulsory masks. And thank goodness the seat beside me was empty, unlike hapless Indian travellers last year who found the middle seats occupied by unfortunate souls in head-to-toe white PPE kits, back when the sight of PPE gave you pause.
But at the airport I was plunged into panic when the family ahead of me were grilled about their testing and vaccination status. I started to sweat. Advice to arrive super early had backup options bouncing round my head like lotto balls – was there still time to get PCR tested? What about a rapid antigen test, I have one right here, happy to do now, just to be sure? It turned out they were travelling to the States. It’s lucky I’m so early as there’s time for a stiff drink to settle the nerves.
I can’t help breathing a mental sigh of relief to have dodged some of those restrictions, and the UK is wholly restriction free. But old habits die hard. I can’t leave the house without sticking a mask in my pocket.
The day may come when we look at images of the Queensland/NSW Berlin Wall border and see this with different eyes, but at least we’ve avoided some of the
Liz Foster is a local writer and author. You can find more Life’s Rich Pattern features and more at
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interview: Kellie Rigney Kellie is the owner of Zjoosh, the Lane Cove-based brand that celebrates its 10th birthday this month. How long have you lived in LC? We moved to Lane Cove in 2010. Prior to that we lived in the UK and USA where we had our four children.. Zjoosh celebrates 10 years this month and it started in LC. Apart from living here, was there another motivation for starting the business in LC? From the moment we arrived in Lane Cove, I could see it was a bustling local community with a vibrant population looking to shop locally. As a mum I enjoyed shopping at Kidstuff and the local bookshops, but I felt there was room in the community for a great lifestyle offering. I was a busy mum with four little kids and starting a business close to home made perfect sense to me. Tell us about the shop back then, and was the plan to always expand the business as you have? The shop was half the size that it is now. Our offices were behind a curtain in what is now our home and living section. My children would walk up from St Michael’s and Riverview and do their homework downstairs, steal the marshmallows off the counter and ask for money to buy milkshakes till it was time to go home. We always felt that if the first store went well, there would be scope for more. Fortunately, as the model was well received, we were able to expand into other local communities in Sydney. How has this business grown in the last 10 years? Our business has grown from a fashion jewellery and accessories business into a true lifestyle brand which spans the main categories Apparel, Accessories, Handbags, Home and Living, Home Fragrance and Beauty. We try and offer an everchanging collection of beautiful things which would make perfect gifts. We have a strong, loyal customer base because they trust our quality and know they will be treated with a very high level of customer service. We have tried to create a brand which really understands what women are really looking for. We want people to feel proud of the gift they are giving and also for them to be able to find something to treat themselves. You’ve recently opened a store in Brisbane. Tell us about your West Village store... We were drawn to West Village as the perfect location for our first Brisbane store. Like our Lane Cove store, it is in 12 TVO
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such a lively precinct where people from all over come to eat and socialise. In your opinion, what makes the perfect gift? We spend an incredible amount of time at Zjoosh formulating perfect gifts. Our focus is on really thoughtful ideas that a person may not necessarily think to buy for themselves. A pair of beautiful cashmere socks or a scarf, bangle or purse in a super fun colour. Maybe a gorgeous fragrance for their home. Little luxuries which may not be necessary but will make someone feel loved and appreciated. I’m terrible at wrapping. Isn’t it right your team are well-known for their origami-trained fingertips? We are known for our gorgeous wrapping. Our signature papers and satin ribbons make the whole gift experience all the more luxurious and special. You will feel so proud to present a gift from Zjoosh and the person receiving it will feel so loved and appreciated. What keeps you in LC and what is it you enjoy about living on the lower north shore? I feel very comfortable in Lane Cove. I have loved being close to where my children have been at school, and even now all but one of our kids have finished school, I do feel a strong bond with the local community. As a brand we have always been supportive of local schools, clubs and charities. We also employ many Lane Cove Locals. I feel Lane Cove is getting better and better in terms of the restaurants and other services offered. I can’t wait for Harris Farm to open. I love Pet-o and the Burns Bay Bookery, Spotted Orchid, La Piazza - the list is long. Add to that being close to the water and it’s all pretty good really. Working hard all week and staying close to home with family and friends suits us well.
A little ray of sunshine What’s the biggest downer when you return from a lovely holiday away? The dust? The empty fridge? The bills? The laundry? By Adrienne Witteman.
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t was none of those for me this time but rather the weather. I tell you, after 32 out of 34 days of brilliant sunshine in Texas, Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama this Sydney rain has been hard to take. What has happened to my beloved blue sky Sydney? Morose, and not because of all the election stuff (most of which I thankfully missed) I found myself reminiscing about desert climes that promise long sunny days. My all time favourite deserts are in southern USA – Palm Springs, Arizona, and New Mexico – as much for the flora and fauna, as for the sunshine and warmth. Growing up with a childhood TV diet of cowboys and injuns, my fascination with saguaro cacti remains unsated. These majestic trees (?), arms outstretched stand solid and defiant, and despite all those big prickles sport surprisingly beautiful blooms. At the other end of the spectrum are the Jumping Holla (pronounced choya). Brush past these with but a millimetre to spare and feel the tingle of multiple barbs piercing your flesh! These deserts are indeed fascinating places.
A little-known secret is that you don’t need to travel all the way to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona to see saguaros. Next time you are driving to Melbourne, go via Strathmerton and stop in at Cactus Country. It’s a nursery in comparison to the expansive deserts of Arizona but a joy nonetheless. My next favourite desert is the Atacama Desert in Chile, quite possibly because it is such a contrast to the oft smoggy Santiago, the snow-capped Andes, and the lakes and glaciers of Patagonia. I love the llamas dressed for a party, the graceful flamingos fishing for tiny shrimp like krill in shallow lakes, the painted mountains and a horizon that stretches seemingly forever.
In Africa too, I’ve marvelled at nature in the Mara where all you can see is a never-ending plain with nary a tree in sight, until gently, out of the shimmering light there appears a solitary lion, or a herd of elephants. Where did they come from? Is it a mirage? Though not as forever as our own Australian deserts. The Indian Pacific and The Ghan traverse vast tracts of seemingly empty lands. We are blessed by the foresight of those who foresaw the value of these tracks in opening our eyes to the magnificence of outback Australia. Long before Covid, these iconic train journeys were more often appreciated by overseas visitors than by Australians but now berths are sold out as quickly as they come on sale. I know that the sunshine will return to Australia but while these wet gloomy days hang about, I draw sustenance from my memories of big blue skies, wide desert expanses, unexpectedly beautiful blooms and exotic animals. Lakes and mountains are assuredly beautiful but for me, the deserts of this world remain my favourite landscapes.
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CITIZENSHIP AND NEIGHBOUR DAY AWARDS
Lane Cove locals shine Lane Cove’s Annual Citizenship and Neighbour Day Awards were on May 18 to recognise the outstanding contribution of individuals and organisations within the Lane Cove community. Leadership Award Mike Taylor
Mayor of Lane Cove, Clr Andrew Zbik with Michelle Casiglia
Citizen of the Year Michelle Casiglia Michelle has been the President of the Lane Cove Concert Band (LCCB) since 2017, having been a graduate herself of the band’s 2011 beginner program, Learn to Play Music. “I had never played a musical instrument before but had always wanted to even as a child. I ended up with flute because there was one spare to hire, so I started learning at 38 years of age,” she says. LLCB is a fine-tuned operation that has more than 200 members across six bands. A fierce advocate for the band, Michelle, in consultation with the rest of the committee, worked tirelessly during the lockdowns to ensure members continued to meet and practice via Zoom. Online performances continued too, keeping everyone’s spirits high and bringing a sense of normality to the band and its audiences. Once face-to-face playing could recommence Michelle ensured that each band fully understood and followed COVID safe regulations to ensure everyone felt comfortable enough to attend rehearsals. Each time you see the LLCB at Christmas Carols, ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day and in the Lane Cove Plaza, Michelle has been the person behind the scenes organising the event. Michelle was also President of the Lane Cove Public School Band and during that time she helped put in place a music program that is the envy of many schools. Michelle welcomes new players and fosters an atmosphere of inclusion and tolerance. She keeps the different parts of the organisational team informed and connected so the band runs smoothly. It is a huge effort and one that is done without expectation or remuneration. 14 TVO
Mike is the founder of the ‘Get That Job’ program that is run in conjunction with Lane Cove Council. With a resume that spanned British Airways, BP Australia and PWC, upon retirement, Mike wanted to find a way to use his skills and background in career management to help local people find new opportunities, or make a career change. “I realised there was a group of people in Lane Cove who had been made redundant, or who were looking for a career change and I realised that I could prove useful to these people in some way,” he says. The free program has been very successful, running for the past four years. Mike says he is particularly proud of helping new immigrants, or people whose first language isn’t English. Mike has helped people find positions in Lane Cove Council, NSW State Treasury and private enterprise.
Community Service Award Ferg Brand In March 2005, Ferg became a volunteer trainer with Lane Cove Greenwich Computer Pals for Seniors, also known as the Lane Cove Seniors Computer Club, running two sessions per week for 13 years until its closure in September 2018. To keep the program alive, Ferg approached Lane Cove Library where he offered ‘Learn To Love Your Laptop’ sessions for seniors. The sessions continue thanks to Ferg, who has taught more than 100 seniors how to be computer literate.
Young Achiever Award Angus Menzies Angus has committed seriously to his dream of competing in swimming at the Olympics and this year he won the gold medal for open age swimming in NSW, beating Matt Wilson, a former world record holder in the 100m breaststroke. Angus is currently competing in the Australian Swimming Championships, which are also the Commonwealth Games Selection Trials.
Access and Disability Award Dan Graham Dan is a trained Theatre Director and Diversity in the Arts advocate. He is co-Chair of Artists with a Disability (part of the MEAA) and his work, which is informed by his own Neuro-Diverse experience, has taken him from Lane Cove across the world to places such as New York, London, Chicago and Barcelona. Most recently, he worked on the ‘Mad or Bad’ show which explored neuro-diversity in Shakespeare and ‘Sam I Am’ in partnership with deaf artist, Sam Marin.
All of the winning locals. Photos by Matthew Duchesne
Music, Art & Culture Award Colin Piper OAM In January 2022 Colin was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in recognition of his significant service to music and has now received this year’s Lane Cove Music, Art & Culture Award. Colin has enjoyed an illustrious career in music with many strings to his bow. A teacher and conductor for many years (he has been guest conductor with the Adelaide Symphony, Canberra Symphony and Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestras), he is also Patron of the Lane Cove Youth Orchestra.
Sports Award Belinda Bernstein Belinda joined the Lane Cove Netball Club as a player, parent and committee member in 2007. She coached teams, umpired, and played herself before taking on a decade-long presidency from 2009 to 2019. Belinda is now the President of Northern Suburbs Netball Association, the largest association in Australia with close to 5,500 members.
Sports Award John Hayward John sailed at the Lane Cove 12ft Sailing Skiff Club in the 60s and in 1996, re-joined when enrolling his children in the Club’s Learn to Sail program. In 2009, he co-founded the Club’s RUST group (Retired and Unemployed Support Team) which continues to meet fortnightly to perform a multitude of tasks from cleaning and maintaining to building. During his time, he has been the Hon Secretary, the Off Water Club Captain, Vice Commodore and Safety Officer. In 2010 the Club recognised his efforts by awarding him Life Membership.
Community Service Award Robyn Stutchbury Robyn has been living in Linley Point for the past 60 years and throughout all that time she has played an active role in community life. From 1965 to the 1980s, Robyn held various executive and committee positions with the Linley Point Progress Association.
She is the editor of the Linley Point newsletter, Linley Matters, and boasts over 50 years with the Lane Cove Bushland Society, not to mention being a member of the Lane Cove Swim Club and Lane Cove Art Society. She is also a member of the Lane Cove Council Age Friendly Advisory Committee. For the past 12 years Robyn has given her time as a committee member and executive of Lane Cove West Residents’ Association.
Workplace Award Stephen Miller Stephen is currently the school crossing supervisor at Lane Cove Public School and a Marriage Celebrant who has wedded many Lane Cove locals. A long-term local, he was up until retirement the owner and CEO of an advertising and media agency. Stephen reliably turns up in all weathers to assist with traffic management and ensure the safety of children and their parents during the busiest times of the day. When he’s not on the crossing, he is also the TV critic for The Village Observer.
Workplace Award Rachael Kiang, Rachael is the manager and curator of Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios, where she has been curating exhibitions, creative programs and overall operations since 2018. Since that time, Rachael has expanded the number of classes on offer and put together a vibrant program that has put the gallery on the arts map.
Workplace Award Crando Kazuo Saito (aka William) Crando Kazuo Saito has operated a Dojo (karate school) in the Lane Cove area for over 35 years. He has gained extensive experience in several martial arts since 1957 and is currently the highest-ranking, 10th Dan Karate Master in Australia. Saito has also dedicated a large amount of time Continued over page > TVO 15
to the study of various schools of Japanese Buddhism and currently is Ajari (Abbott) of Koyasan Shingon-Shu. His passion to empower others, with over half a century of dedication and a positive mindset, is something all students aspire to. His Dojo currently operates out of Lane Cove West Bowling Club where he continues to teach traditional Japanese martial arts.
Sustainable Citizen Helen Smith, This year, Helen reaches an impressive 20 years of voluntary service as a Bushcare volunteer in Greendale Reserve, Greenwich. In addition, Helen started volunteering through the Bush Friends program in 2013 and has dedicated thousands of hours to restoring and regenerating Lane Cove’s bushland. She also looks after her street’s communal veggie patch.
Neighbour Day Awards Celebrating a different aspect of community service were the new Neighbour Day Awards that were promoted during Neighbour Day activities in March. The awards were presented to people who had helped their neighbours. From street parties, helping with chores, being the reliable port of call, connecting people to their new neighbours, everyone had played a role in their apartment block, street or community. The recipients include Jackie and Dave Fredericks; Jamie and Mira Hiscock; Lyn Nasir; Mark and Adele Dalton and Christopher Butcher.
Council Workplace Awards Council staff also received awards including Michelle Greenfield and members of Council’s Tree Team - Alex Drenth, Alex Evered, Fletcher Gardner and Brad Tucknott.
Sustainable Organisation Award Storage King, Lane Cove West Storage King Lane Cove is incredibly generous to local community groups. It provides free of charge storage space to the Lane Cove Sustainability Big Coffee Cup and also act as a drop off point for Uplift, Pass it on Clothing. Storage King has sponsored the 1st Tambourine Sea Scouts, Lane Cove Rotary and Lane Cove Cricket Club
Outstanding Business of the Year Award Charitable Support: Bakers Delight (Lane Cove) Joyce Aimond, the owner of Bakers Delight, has been a businesswoman in Lane Cove for more than 25 years. During this time, she has donated to local charities and has been a big supporter of Delvena Women’s Refuge and NICU Food from the Heart. She works with St Vincent De Paul to donate any bread left each day to the Matthew Talbot hostel. She has also donated numerous prizes to local schools and sporting organisations. She has also employed many Lane Cove locals.
Outstanding Business of the Year Award In the Cove The news and community site that has operated in Lane cove for 12 years was awarded Outstanding Business of the Year in recognition of it creating community connections. Founder Jacky Barker said, “Thank you to the locals who nominated In The Cove. It was an honour to receive it. ITC’s mission statement is to keep Lane Cove locals in the know and up to date on matters that impact them. We love what we do and thank you to all the people who stop us in the street and tell us how much they enjoy In the Cove.”
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Hi, I lived in 12 Austin Street from about 1953 until I graduated from university in 1973. My mother was there until near her death. We lived in number twelve next to the bullring. The house was the first of three built by a builder called Miller, I think. I came back to Lane Cove in 2019 after living in Marsfield for decades. I live in the Birdwood Avenue appartments and look down the road to where my my family had played tennis at the Champion Tennis School.
HISTORICAL ARTICLE FROM THE VILLAGE OBSERVER - MAY 2022
I remember catching the tram in Longueville Road to go into town or to Balmoral. More pertinent to your article, I remember the farm at the back. I remember the farmhouse, delapidated, and goats. There may have been cows as well and I have emailed my brother who is older, to see if he remembers them. I would have been too small to see them. Thankyou for the interesting article. Roberta WOOLCOTT
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The first shop in central Lane Cove, on the corner of Longueville Road and Millett Street, circa 1920. At one stage, the shop was owned by Bridget Kennedy. (Courtesy of D. Ford)
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Building Trust Despite all the reasons not to trust these days, trust can still be enjoyed. At playgroup, little hands seek bigger ones to guide them up and down slides, along balance beams and to address inequities amongst small peers. Pre-schoolers’ confidence in their loving protectors is a joy to see and usually well placed. We see elderly people, whose sensory capacity has diminished, lovingly escorted into public places by those who care for them. There is a rightness to this (vastly simplified) circle of life, of trusting dependence to independence and back again. During the intervening years, distrust takes root. We struggle to believe anyone in authority now, as seen in the recent election campaign. Reasons to distrust are highlighted everywhere we look, with counter arguments and hostilities playing out before us. We are urged to distrust those who should lead us with high integrity, which creates confusion and disappointment. To add to our dilemma, there is no longer a common story to which we assent and find hope and direction. Even those with religious beliefs struggle, when their lives take unexpected, unwanted turns.
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Maybe we expect too much of others? No mortal can sincerely promise to never disappoint. As much as we try, we can’t please everyone all the time. And my understanding of God’s promises is not to guarantee a trouble-free life, but an accompanied life, with some guidance and comfort along the way. Hence, lowering our bar a little, to allow room for imperfection in others and life, helps us become less cynical. Distrusting everyone is not only exhausting, it stymies positive action. Sitting on the fence of indecision, fearing to trust either side, immobilises us. Conducting our research into issues of importance, from the credible sources we most trust, helps us move off the fence. Realising that some people really are for us, even if we don’t always agree, can be liberating. They allow us to engage in a real exchange of ideas, where doubts and uncertainties can be aired and sometimes laid to rest. Can you identify some trusted sources and people? It’s easy to be cynical, but most people I know, mean well. We can be part of the trust solution, by making good on our promises. When we let others down, an apology can restore trust for the occasional wrong. Be gentle on others for their sporadic slips too. None of us are perfect. Forming genuine relationships of trust brings joy and enables us to progress worthy goals.
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A plan for delivery in Hunters Hill After community consultation and following a recent IPART decision, Hunter’s Hill Council has a plan for delivery
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ith its tree-lined streets, beautiful harbour foreshores, open spaces and boutique village centres, Hunters Hill is a desirable place to live and work. Many of its attractions are natural; others, most notably its beautiful sandstone and heritage architecture, centre on the built environment. The setting provides a wealth of potential and also some challenges in maintaining and enhancing the local government area to a standard its residents and ratepayers expect and deserve. In consultation with the community, Hunter’s Hill Council is finalising its plans for delivery in the year ahead and for the longer term. The Council is seeking feedback on a range of strategic documents that will guide the aspirations and needs of the Hunters Hill community over the next one to 10 years. These capture the community’s vision for the future and outline expected levels of service, financial responsibilities, and the ability to respond to future opportunities and challenges.
to service district-level sport, recreational users and the broader community; and • Upgrades to the playing fields and amenities at Gladesville Reserve. Works and services will provide connected and accessible infrastructure, protect and sustain outdoor spaces, and help neighbourhoods and village centres thrive. Other key goals focus on supporting the community, providing safe and inclusive experiences and places, and carrying out Council business in an open and transparent way. Hunters Hill Mayor Zac Miles said the essential services, facilities, programs and projects set out in Council’s strategic planning documents was informed by community feedback. “We have been hearing throughout this term of Council about what is important to our community,” he said. “Priorities highlighted by many of our residents and ratepayers include ensuring we are getting it right when it comes to the traditional business of local government, such as our road and footpath network and public spaces. “Maintenance and presentation to a standard our community expects and deserves is so important. “So too is making the best use of these places, be it through optimising pedestrian, traffic and parking
Hunters Hill is a desirable place to live and work
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FIGTREE PARK IS AMONG THE MAJOR PROJECTS HUNTER’S HILL COUNCIL IS UNDERTAKING. The NSW Government has allocated $4.75 million in funding to the Council, as part of the NSW Public Spaces Legacy Program, for the embellishment of Figtree Park. Concept plans for the park include an inclusive playspace featuring ‘seed pod’ tree houses, timber boardwalks, basket swings, climbing nets, nature play and more, which is set to feature alongside an accessible amenities block, pathways, plantings, and other enhancements. The project aims to increase public use of the space and improve connections to adjoining streets through improved traffic and pedestrian outcomes. The endorsed concept plans reflect community feedback received as part of a multi-phase public consultation process.
conditions, or ensuring the best use of our outdoor spaces for organised sport and general recreation.” Community feedback for the strategic planning documents was gathered through an independent telephone survey of 400 residents, social and print media, online notice boards, letters, emails, phone calls and dropin sessions. THE AREAS THE COMMUNITY ASKED THE COUNCIL TO PRIORITISE INCLUDED: • Footpaths • Roads • Traffic management • Managing development and the development application process • Managing parks, playgrounds and open spaces • Innovation in sustainability • Managing financial sustainability • Library services. These priorities are reflected in the Council’s draft strategic planning framework. Clr Miles said revitalisation of village centres was also a priority, to support local business and enhance public enjoyment of these locations. “We delivered a night-time activation festival in April that brought people to Hunters Hill Village after dark to enjoy the great evening cuisine on offer at our local restaurants and cafes. “With street performers and live music added to the mix, it created a great atmosphere.” “We’ve also seen the successful launch of new
businesses in this precinct in recent months, which is a really promising sign that our local economy is starting to recover following the lockdowns of 2020 and 2021.” Like many other councils, Hunters Hill faces the challenge of balancing community expectations with future financial sustainability. The program for how the Council operates and what it will deliver for the community is underpinned by its budget. A decision of the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), announced in May, means a special variation to rates will apply from 2022-23 and beyond. This IPART decision makes up a component of the funding mix for Council to deliver balanced budgets. As well as improving long-term financial sustainability, it also means that the Council can complete its capital works program and reduce its asset backlog. IPART Chair Carmel Donnelly said the conditions for the special variation approvals required Council to spend the additional income on the specific purposes outlined in its application. Council is also required to report to the community about how its additional revenues are spent. Improvements to roads, footpaths, environmental management, playgrounds, kerbs and gutters, seawalls and parks and reserves will be delivered. For more information and to view the draft budget and other strategic documents, go to the Council’s website: www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/participate.
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Streets as Shared Places Lane Cove is one of 43 councils to have won funding from the State government to transform public space so that it allows for greater community connection. Other council trials have proved it to already be hugely successful. WORDS: NICOLA RICHES
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ane Cove has successfully obtained a $500k grant to transform public dining spaces as part of the NSW Government’s $20 million Streets as Shared Spaces program. The funding will be used to create an adaptable space to accommodate outdoor dining and a recreation space via a mountable footpath, and the installation of movable bollards along Longueville Road. In a recent poll, 70 per cent of people stated they were choosing to spend time with people in public spaces rather than in their homes. The Streets as Shared Spaces program provides funding for councils to test and pilot new and innovative ideas that temporarily adapt streets as safe, shared public spaces to support healthier, secure and resilient communities. The award-winning $15 million Streets as Shared Spaces program launched in May 2020 as a pilot to enable improvements across NSW during COVID-19 and into the future. Piloting temporary interventions and pop-ups has allowed councils, the community and stakeholders to trial innovative ideas that test and build the case for more permanent changes. The NSW Government has funded 43 councils to deliver 51 temporary demonstration and pilot projects to support the community and test ideas for more permanent improvements to local streets, paths and public spaces. One of the successful early pilots was rolled out by Waverley Council, where temporary road closures, allowing for kids to play in the street, and for adults to gather too, were expanded due to popularity. When COVID restrictions were lifted, Waverley Council adopted a new Street Play Policy that simplifies the processes involved in closing a local road so that residents and their children can get together and hold an event at minimum cost. The street closures are classed as ‘events’ and the insurance fee is covered by the Council until the end of this financial year with a view to it continuing in the next fin year. Several streets were nominated by Council including St James Road, Bondi Junction, Millers St, Waverley and 20 TVO
Busby Parade, Bronte, however, the policy allows for any resident from any street to lodge an application. Mayor of Waverley, Paula Masselos, said there were many benefits in expanding the use of quiet streets to become places of activity, such as games, sport and bike riding. “With more and more kids growing up in apartments and houses being built on smaller blocks of land where there’s no yard or outdoor space at home for play, I think the capacity to be able to play on the street is a really important option and opportunity for kids and families,” Cr Masselos said. Meanwhile, Liverpool City Council gained strong community backing to quickly transform a graffiticovered alley off Liverpool station from being an unattractive laneway into a vibrant hub of community life. The council has developed plans to turn Railway Lane into a shared pedestrian zone with seating, trees and businesses such as cafés. Before finalising the vision, the council will trial measures such as movable stools instead of fixed benches, planter boxes instead of street trees, and coloured surface treatments instead of new curbs. Liverpool Mayor Wendy Waller said the trial will allow the council to refine aspects of the project to deliver the best results for the community. “It’s very hard to move trees and street furniture once they’re installed,” Waller said. “With this trial we might notice that people are gathering further up the street than we expected so we can change the position of the street furniture or the shading. “It’s a great way to make changes quickly without a big capital investment up-front,” she said.
Aligning movement and place on streets can give users of all ages and abilities better, safer and healthier travel options while creating enjoyable urban environments for people.
The council will turn Railway Lane, which currently has no footpath, into a shared zone by colouring the asphalt and placing seats and planter boxes on the edge of the traffic lane to create a shared public space. “This follows Transport for NSW guidelines for the shared use of space, because once you change the road surfaces and make the lane seem smaller, cars slow right down,” Waller said. Railway Lane, which gets very little through traffic, will remain open including for delivery vehicles and earlymorning garbage trucks. Changes to the lane are part of a larger $9 million council project that will also transform a 200-metre section of Railway Street. There will be wider footpaths, garden beds, street trees, and guttering that will divert rainwater into small underground pits where it can seep into the soil to keep trees healthy during dry spells. Liverpool City Council gained overwhelming public support to change Railway Lane and Railway Street when it exhibited its plans in December, with 96 per cent of respondents to an online survey saying they liked or loved the plan. The council found similarly strong support in face-toface interviews with shopkeepers and building owners who were excited that the laneway, earmarked for revitalisation in the city’s masterplan, would soon provide improved opportunities for retailers. Other councils that have won the round two funding, apart from Lane Cove, include North Sydney, which is trialling a new ‘pocket park’ along Blues Point Road with greenery, seating, and outdoor dining opportunities; Kuring-gai council that is spearheading a project that includes traffic calming measures, greenery, plus testing the removal of on-street parking to create outdoor dining areas and the closure of part of Lord Street for a series of pop-up evening activations. Willoughby Council is trialling the closure of Bellambi Street at its junction with Sailors Bay Road to create a new temporary square between the two main centres, providing
a central space for the community to meet, hold events and increase outdoor dining space. City of Ryde, meanwhile, is trialling the closure of a small section of Linsley Street in Gladesville between Victoria Road and Western Crescent, reallocating road space for people and creating a new public space. Eligible applications were assessed by an independent expert panel of NSW Government representatives as well as a representative from the Committee for Sydney against assessment criteria in the grant guidelines. The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment endorsed a final recommendation. If successful, local councils can consider adopting the projects permanently
An assessment of street play in the United Kingdom found that children were outdoors more than 70% of the time during street play events. They also spent on average of 16 minutes per hour in moderate to vigorous physical activity. (source: Play England 2016)
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Celebrating The Canopy Two years in the heart of Lane Cove
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or two years the sounds of laughter, music and diners have been heard across The Canopy as this visionary space has come to life and cemented its place as an integral part of the social, economic and cultural fabric of the Lane Cove village. Since the opening of The Canopy in June 2020, the space has regularly welcomed shoppers, diners, playground enthusiasts and concert goers. The state of the art stage has welcomed special guests such as Diesel, James Morrison, Kate Ceberano, Christine Anu and Australia’s favourite heelers, Bingo and Bluey. Locals have embraced free film screenings and the opportunity to cheer on green and gold in Beijing, the Australian Open and Cricket while the annual ANZAC Day Service continues to grow in popularity in its new home. More than 2.3 million visits have been made to The Canopy Car Park following its opening in December 2019. With a range of Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers available on P3 of the car park, more than 4,000 vehicles utilised the free service during this time with an additional 700 vehicles using the two new Fast (pay as you go) EV Chargers since they were installed in December 2021. The extra car parking and associated activities at The Canopy has driven a boost in economic activity for the village. During the first full month of retail trade at The Canopy in July 2020, there was an increase in spending activity of $5.8million from the same time the previous year (July 2019). The spending categories include: retail; groceries, food and alcohol; dining and entertainment; services; and, light industry, trades and travel. (Source: Spendmapp by Geografia).
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This month includes Men’s Health Week celebrations and Council has planned a range of health and wellbeing activities for the men in our area. Activities you can get involved in include: Young Men’s Friday Night Gym Session for 16-24 years Yoga for Blokes for all adult men in the area Men’s Cooking and Health Promotion for those aged 55+ years I encourage our community to get on board with these local events – you can find out more about the dates and times by visiting www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/events.
Latest News Traffic Updates: Council recently completed works which are designed to deter U-turns in Central Avenue. The roll curb will require motorists to slow down to negotiate a U-turn to help improve safety as we are aware this is a common problem on this street. With the Central Avenue works finishing up, our contractors have moved to Sutherland Street to complete the permanent works on the road closure at Coxs Lane. The wet weather and other delays have made this a longer process than anticipated so thanks to the community for their patience. Following those works Council will be implementing its redesign of the bend on Mowbray Road between Roslyn and Ralston Streets under the NSW Government’s Safer Roads Program. Be part of Lane Cove Festival: Are you part of a local community group and want to be involved in Lane Cove’s longest running Festival this September? Expressions of interest are now open for local groups who would like to add their activity to this popular program – visit www.lanecove. nsw.gov.au/festivals for all the details on how to get involved. Friedlander Place now open: I had the pleasure of being joined by my fellow Councillors, Member of Lower North Shore Felicity Wilson MP and members of the Friedlander family to open an upgraded open space in St Leonards. Named after
the longest serving Mayor of Lane Cove, Syd Friedlander, this impressive space features a large bespoke play feature in the shape of a curl leaf spider as well as a table tennis table, fitness equipment and seating for relaxation. Friedlander Place also has a pedestrian link which will connect to the new St Leonards Library at the JQZ development and St Leonards New Green Space which Council is currently constructing.
Out and about in Lane Cove NSW Single-Use Plastics Ban: A reminder that from 1 June, lightweight plastic bags have been banned across NSW and that from 1 November a range of other single-use plastic items will be banned. For more information on the items which are included in the ban, please visit the NSW Government’s website: www.dpie.nsw. gov.au/plastics. Bob Campbell Oval Masterplan: I recently hosted Council’s first community stakeholder workshop to develop the new Bob Campbell Oval Master Plan. It was a great opportunity to get all the stakeholders in the same room to hear the wide range of wants and needs for this shared space. The landscape architect is analysing the feedback and the history of the space to develop a draft Master Plan which will be presented to the group for further development. Want to find out more about Electric Vehicles? I encourage anyone curious about purchasing an electric vehicle (EV) to come along to Council’s showcase on Saturday 18 June. You can come and chat to EV owners and learn what it’s like to live with, charge and drive an electric vehicle every day. Vehicles on display include a Tesla, Kia Nero, Mitsubishi plug in hybrid and a Nissan Leaf. The showcase will be held from 9:00am – 12:00pm at The Canopy Lane Cove. If you already own an EV and are looking for local charging points then visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/parking for details on options within Council’s car park network.
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What’s on Lane Cove June 2022 For more information and to book, please visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/events Live Music in the Village
Saturday 11 June, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Plaza Sunday 26 June, 4:00pm – 6:00pm, The Canopy First Fridays – Yoga on the Green
Friday 3 June, 3:30pm – 4:30pm, Lane Cove Plaza Bring the kids down to Lane Cove Plaza and join local instructor DeeDee Connors as she takes you through a children’s yoga class! No bookings required. Bike Maintenance Workshop and Bike Drop Off Day Saturday 4 June, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Living and Learning Centre, 180 Longueville Road, Lane Cove Join this free event and learn basic maintenance and repair tips so you can prolong the life of your bike. Bring your bike along and have it assessed and tuned up. Got an old bike that could be reused or recycled? Register to drop it off between 9:00am – 12:00pm and Revolve Recycle will give it a new life or recycle it for parts and materials. Book online: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/events Street Art Cycle Tour
Sunday 5 June, 9:30am -12:30pm, meet at Cameraygal Park, 69 Longueville Road, Lane Cove Complete a guided bike tour of Lane Cove’s Street Art while discovering the safest and smoothest ways to get around your neighbourhood. Update your knowledge of road rules, bike safety equipment and how to plan your route. All participants must be 16+ years and be able to confidently ride a bike. You will need to bring: - A road worthy bike - A correctly fitting Australian/NZ Standards helmet Contact Council’s Road Safety Officer on 9911 3576 or email: vstamper@lanecove.nsw.gov.au to book. L ane Cove Literary Awards 2021: An Anthology Book Launch
Thursday 9 June, 6:15pm – 7:45pm, Terrace Function Room, lower ground floor, Lane Cove Community Hub, Pottery Lane, Lane Cove Council invites you to celebrate the book launch of the Lane Cove Literary Awards 2021: An Anthology. The Lane Cove Literary Awards is a prestigious national writing competition which recognises literary excellence and fosters Australian writing talent. This anthology showcases prize winning and shortlisted entries from the 2021 Awards. It is an engaging compilation of short stories, memoirs and poetry that reflects the creativity, thoughts and experiences of Australian writers. Join us to launch the publication and to congratulate the winning and shortlisted writers. Book online: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/events Military History Talk – Seaman Teddy Sheean VC
Tuesday 14 June, 6:15pm – 7:45pm, Lane Cove Library In August 2020 Seaman Teddy Sheean was awarded a posthumous Victoria Cross for his actions in 1942 during 26 TVO
the sinking of HMAS Armidale. While under fire, he returned to his anti-aircraft gun, foregoing a place in a life raft. He continued firing to protect his fellow seamen in the water as they were attacked by Japanese bombers. He was wounded twice but continued firing as he and his ship disappeared beneath the waves. Sheean was the first member of the Royal Australian Navy to be awarded the Victoria Cross. Lieutenant Colonel Naida Isenberg (Retd) will discuss the sinking of the Armidale and the long campaign to recognise the bravery of Seaman Teddy Sheean VC. Book online: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/events Harbourcare Land Clean-up x World Oceans Day Wednesday 15 June, 9:30am - 11:30am, Tambourine Bay Park It is estimated that around 8 million tons of plastic enter the world’s oceans every day - 80% of which is from land-based sources. Over 817 animal species are affected by ocean pollution around the world and many types of rubbish are easily mistaken as food by marine creatures. On World Oceans Day we can make a difference and prevent our local waterways from carrying these pollutants into the ocean, resulting in a cleaner, healthier environment. This land based event will see us clean up creeks, parks, mangroves and bushland, all while enjoying a beautiful bushwalk. Clean-ups are a great way to bring the community together, raise awareness, and start the conversation about reducing litter at the source. Book online: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/events Master your Mouse and Tame your Tablet Friday 17 June, 10:00am – 11:30am, Lane Cove Library Join either or both of these fun sessions and discover games to help improve your mouse skills and touch screen technique. You will also be introduced to websites where you can explore more resources and continue your learning at home. Please bring your own tablet or laptop (if available). Book online: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/events Electric Vehicle Showcase Saturday 18 June, 9:00am – 12:00pm, The Canopy Lane Cove Thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle (EV), or just wanting to find out more about them? Come and chat to the car owners and learn what it’s like to live with, charge and drive an electric vehicle every day. Vehicles on display include a Tesla, Kia Nero, Mitsubishi plug in hybrid and a Nissan Leaf. No bookings required. Animals of the Dreaming Saturday 25 June, 10:00am – 11:00am, Lane Cove Plaza Meet amazing native animals, each with their own special character. Hear stories and songs about native animals and the Dreamtime as told by Brewarrina Aboriginal Elder, Col Hardy OAM. No bookings required.
Talking Dentistry This month we’re talking restorative dentistry with Dr Andrew See who combines passion, artistic flare and extensive knowledge of dentistry to answer any questions you may have. He has advanced training in aesthetic and implant dentistry. DR ANDREW SEE
BDS Hons (Syd), FRACDS, MSc(Lond), PGDipDentImplantology, FCGDENT(UK), FICOI, MFDS RCSEng
Reader’s question: “I have short teeth when I smile. Can anything be done to make them longer?”
Dr See says: What a question! So much
HOW ARE WE DIFFERENT?
to unpack in such a small column. To help explain and get some background information, please refer to an equally great question back in February this year about “What can I do about a gummy smile?” because they are often interrelated.
Dr Andrew See has dedicated the last 19 years to Aesthetic Dentistry and has unique qualifications in cosmetic dentistry and rehabilitation.
First and foremost, what makes a tooth appear short? Is there a measurement that we use? In fact, there is. The physical components which make up the sense of beauty and attractiveness comes down to balance and proportion. This natural law of beauty is known as the Golden Proportion. This theory is used to make art, architecture, the human face and teeth look more visually pleasing. Likewise, when I analyse, plan and design a smile, the two front teeth must be in Golden Proportions (Ratio). Generally speaking, the width of the central incisor should be approximately 80% of its height. We naturally prefer this proportion without even realising it and when teeth are incongruous to these measurements, we subconsciously think the teeth, and to your point, look too short or too long. Let’s look at a case that we completed to treat short looking front teeth. Vanessa was referred to us to improve the size of her front teeth and make them look longer. We used specalised instruments to analyse precisely the proportions of her teeth and to help us decide which treatment was appropriate for her. To achieve the ideal result that was harmonious with her facial aesthetics, we recontoured the gum and the underlying bone through crown lengthening surgery. THE PROBLEMS: • Short front teeth • Existing crowns with minimal tooth structure present causing inflammation • Compromised existing root canal tr eatments • Gummy smile
THE SOLUTION: • Retreatment of root canal treatments with an endodontist • Removal of excess gum and bone with crown lengthening surgery • 2 x porcelain crowns
This includes a three year Masters in Aesthetic Dentistry from the prestigious King’s College London and a Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implantology. Dr See completed his Fellowship by primary and secondary examinations for The Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (FRACDS). FRACDS is the mark of professional achievement in dentistry and demonstrates attainment of an advanced level and skill in Dentistry.
Vanessa’s smile now is more balanced and harmonious. Advanced qualifications and experience ensured we achieved the results that Vanessa wanted. Visit www.advanceddentistrysydney.com.au for more information. ** Any surgical or invasive procedure caries risk. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner **
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Hayfever WORDS: DR CARL WONG DR CARL WONG IS A LANE COVE-BASED GP AND SITS ON THE BOARD OF SYDNEY COMMUNITY SERVICES
Gesundheit! Originating from the German language, gesundheit literally means ‘health’, and is most commonly associated in reply to someone who has just sneezed, as traditionally it was believed by saying so was to forestall the illness that the sneeze portends to. For in a world of COVID, and with a spray radius of up to one and half metres, nowadays sneezing has never seemed so risky! But is this really the case?
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here are many non-COVID reasons as to why we sneeze. The common cold, exposures to dust, pollen, pet hair, cold or dry air (a personal trigger of my own), eating pepper and spicy foods, and gazing into bright sunlight are just some common examples. This article will highlight a specific medical diagnosis - a condition known as allergic rhinitis (hayfever). According to Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia, hayfever affects 1 in 5 people and is the most common allergic condition affecting the Australian population. Most people will get their first symptoms before adulthood. It is more likely to occur in those with other allergic conditions like asthma, being male, being firstborn in the family, and has also been linked to early exposure to antibiotics from a young age and maternal smoking. Symptoms can occur all year round or seasonally depending on the problem trigger. All-year round triggers include house dust mites, mould and pets. Seasonal triggers include pollen grasses during the spring season. It can be associated with a significant impairment in daily living and symptoms can greatly impact school and work performances. Hayfever occurs when our nose and mouth areas become inflamed when exposed to these triggers. Symptoms include nasal blockage, runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose, itchy or watery eyes, post-nasal drip, poor sleeping or snoring. Importantly hayfever control is strongly linked to those who also have asthma and they feed off one another. I always tell my patients who have both conditions that they are a package deal – to manage their asthma well means to manage their hayfever well and vice versa. So, what can be done to manage and treat hayfever? Mainstay treatment options are medications and allergen avoidance/minimisation. For mild symptoms, oral antihistamine medications work well. These are over-the-counter (OTC) products and don’t require a prescription. They work rapidly and are good for the runny nose, sneezing and nasal itch but are less effective on nasal congestion/blockage. Preferably use the newer less-sedating types (ask your local pharmacist for advice). They are safe for long term use if taken as directed. For moderate-to-severe and/or persistent symptoms, steroid sprays used inside the nose can be very effective. Some 28 TVO
are OTC available, but most require a prescription especially for larger supply quantities. They can take up to 2-3 weeks to be effective, so continuous use is more effective than using ‘as-required’. They treat all the symptoms that the oral antihistamines do, and particularly work well on the nasal congestion and sometimes the eye symptoms. They are usually well-tolerated and the most common side effects are an altered taste, tickly throat feeling, headache and lesscommonly nose bleeds. Lack of effectiveness is often due to poor device technique: the spray must be shaken well and your nose cleared beforehand (by first blowing your nose or preferably using an OTC nasal irrigation wash preparation). Tilt your head slightly forward and the spray nozzle needs to be aimed away from the nasal midline and instead aimed outward towards the direction of the same-side ear. Steroid sprays are also generally safe to use long term. Some types are safer in pregnancy. They are not considered linked to growth problems in children nor diabetes. Allergen avoidance is helpful when there is a known link (from skin prick testing or blood test results) or when there is a clear timing pattern. House dust mites are a common culprit. Tips include to vacuum carpets/mop hard floors weekly, place throw rugs and mattress covers out in the sunlight, and wash bedding in hot water (60+ degrees) at least weekly. For grass pollen allergies, wear sunglasses during pollen season, and stay indoors on windy days with high pollen counts (neighbours’ lawnmowing are a common trigger). Pet avoidance is tricky especially if it’s your own pet (pet allergy exposure can persist for many months despite pet removal, especially when it’s a cat allergy). There is no evidence that hayfever is linked to food allergy and food elimination diets should not be trialled. When the above measures fail, allergen immunotherapy treatment will often work. This involves graduated long-term exposure to the known allergen (in the form of injections or tablets/drops placed under the tongue). Treatment programs are usually at least three years and the success rate can be as high as 80-90%. With winter now upon us and followed by the spring season, it’s a timely reminder to remember that sneezing is common. Yes, we need to consider COVID illness, but there are other more common reasons. Remember that old wise saying: if it quacks like a duck….it might need a tissue!
Imagine what you could do if you had less knee pain?
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Chronic lifestyle disease - a Naturopathic approach WORDS: KERRYN ODELL (HEALTH SPACE – LANE COVE)
Chronic lifestyle disease is a broad term that covers a number of preventable diseases/ conditions including obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, fatty liver disease, arthritis, eczema, back pain, osteoporosis, kidney disease and several cancers.
WATER
• E nsure your drinking 2-3 litres of good quality water daily. Important for detoxification, digestion and the general function of the body and all its organ systems.
EXERCISE
• L ack of physical exercise is associated with decreased insulin sensitivity and increased abdominal fat. Regular physical activity mends insulin function and glucose. Aerobic exercise has been found to lowers blood pressure and improves blood pressure control.
LOSE WEIGHT
• A modest weight loss of between 3–9% is associated with a significant reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure of roughly 3 mm Hg in overweight people.
What if you already have chronic disease and looking for additional support… Metabolic Balance, a program founded in 2002 in Germany is a nutrition program that has been found to help release unhealthy excess weight, improve insulin sensitivity, improve cholesterol levels and reduce fatty liver.
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adly three in five (60%) Australians over 65 years of age have more than one of the above conditions and nine out of every 10 deaths is associated with them.
Being overweight, consuming a poor diet, drinking too much alcohol, smoking, and lack of movement or exercise all increase your risk factors for developing chronic disease. Luckily with some simple lifestyle changes you can reduce your risk factors for chronic disease and even improve and reverse symptoms of many of the above diseases. The following are some simple things you can implement yourself to reduce your risk of chronic disease.
DIET
Follow a Mediterranean style diet. One of the most heavily researched diets, the Mediterranean diet includes : • An abundance of plant foods including fruits, vegetables, wholegrains, nuts, and legumes • Olive oil as the primary source of fat • Cheese and yoghurt consumed daily in small amounts • Fish and poultry, consumed a few times a week • Red meat, consumed infrequently in small amounts • Fresh fruit consumed for dessert, with sweet foods containing sugars and honey eaten only a few times per week. 30 TVO
A metabolic balance plan is developed based on 36 different blood values revealing how much nutrition you need and then determines the foods that provide the greatest health benefits to you. Metabolic Balance is the ultimate in personalised nutrition. Free discovery calls with Kerryn are available to learn more and see if the program is suitable for you.
References Golbidi S, Mesdaghinia A,and Laher I (2012). Exercise in Metabolic Syndrome “Oxid Med Cell Longev”. 2012 Jul 5. Exercise in the Metabolic Syndrome – PMC (nih.gov) Meffert C, Gerdes N, (2010). Progra Adherence and Effectiveness of a Commerical Nutrition Program: The Metabolic Balance Study. “Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism” Program Adherence and Effectiveness of a Commercial Nutrition Program: The Metabolic Kerryn Odell is a well-known Nutritionist who is passionate about helping clients who are experiencing digestive issues, hormone problems, poor sleep, anxiety, skin issues and auto-immune problems. Kerryn works with people of all ages and especially enjoys working with families. Kerryn loves being part of the Health Space team in Lane Cove and Mona Vale.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT LISA BREMNER
Lisa says she loved her time working in the corporate world overseas. “I held various executive assistant and administration roles, and this developed my organisational and people skills,” she explains. She ultimately swapped the wroughtiron railings and cobblestones of Mayfair for Sydney’s north shore. Soon after landing, she gave birth to a son and now describes her kids as “Australian through and through.”
Lisa with her mother and kids Alexandra and Joshua
Lisa Bremner, Service Coordinator for Domestic Assistance and Nursing Administration for Sydney Community Services, arrived in Sydney in 2000, the year of the Olympics.
Like all working Mums, her career continued for a ceramics company and in sales for a conference company where she had the opportunity to travel around Australia.
“I arrived pregnant and with a oneyear-old daughter, desperate for blue skies and beaches,” she laughs.
Not one to boast about her achievements, she is keen to note that all her corporate experience has helped inform her work at Sydney Community Services.
Her longing for the southern hemisphere came after several years globetrotting and working in the corporate world. It was also hardwired into her having spent her childhood growing up at the foot of the Twelve Apostle Mountain Range and across the road from a white sandy beach known as Camps Bay in South Africa.
“I am people person,” Lisa says, “so it is easy for me to enjoy my job. It requires constant conversations with clients and also face-to-face interaction when clients come in for activities and events.” Initially, Lisa’s remit was to cover the Linen Service, however, this has since expanded, and she is now the Service Coordinator for Domestic Assistance and Nursing Administration.
After leaving home, Lisa spent eight years living in Auckland, New Zealand gaining work experience with one of the top four chartered accounting firms, followed by eight years in London working for a private bank in Berkeley Square, Mayfair.
The expansion of Lisa’s remit has come at a time when SCS’ clients are increasingly keen to stay at home,
even as they reach their late 80s and 90s. “Our clients’ needs can be increasingly complex and require empathy and flexibility to ensure those needs can be met. “We are a very flexible team here at SCS and that asset was very valuable during COVID,” Lisa says. It’s possible you will spot Lisa at Balmoral some mornings. During COVID she discovered winter swimming (without a wetsuit!). She attributes it to perhaps a distant ‘body memory’ from a childhood spent swimming in the cold Atlantic. “I practice yoga most mornings and enjoy nature walks. Connecting with friends, family and enjoying nature and good food are my passions,” she tells TVO. Lisa explains that her role at SCS gave her a chance to deepen her understanding of the importance of community and people’s independence within it. “It’s great to be working on services supporting that independence,” she says.
If you know of someone who could benefit from SCS’ services, visit www.sydneycs.org
COMMUNITY EVENTS ● Longueville Uniting Church
● WAIG
● LANE COVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
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Pizza + Movie night, 6.30pm Tuesday 7 June @ Longueville Uniting Church Hall, 47A Kenneth St, Longueville. 6.30pm Tuesday 5 July : The Queen (2007) Award-winning drama starring Helen Mirren & Michael Sheen.. BYO drinks. All welcome. Cost: $10.00. Bookings essential: 9428 4287
AT THE PODIUM
- 7pm, 28 June, Lane Cove Library: Stewart Reed: Sydney's Medical Museums. A look at the progress of medical care in Sydney through its fascinating museums. 0418 276 365 www.lanecovehistoricalsociety.com.au
The Lane Cove Women’s Action and Information Group a community-based organisation which supports and connects women and is committed to achieving social justice for women. WAIG offers: a Monday morning discussion program which includes topics of wide interest. Meets in the library during school terms on Mondays, 10.30am-12.30pm. Email: waigwomen@gmail.com Every Wednesday @ 10am. Friendly and fun mornings with home made morning tea in St Andrew’s Uniting Church Hall, 47A Christina St, Longueville. We are currently re-visiting rural towns with the fascinating ABC series “Backroads”. 10am – noon, $5discussion. Enquiries: Frank: 9427 3215 Cost $5.00 TVO 31
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Caring For Your Indoor Plants This Winter
Winter is here. It is time to cosy up inside and stay warm. To keep your leafy house mates healthy and looking good throughout this period, they need a little bit of extra care in these colder months. The term 'indoor plant" merely describes a plant that will better tolerate the living conditions within our homes. Mimicking a plants natural environment, by controlling light levels, airflow, temperature and moisture, greatly influence's their potential to grow and thrive in an artificial environment such as our home. Light levels - Most plants that grow well inside are those that originate from tropical areas of our world. They are shade loving plants that enjoy bright light, naturally growing under the shelter of large trees. Keep your plants in well-lit areas of your home (avoiding any direct sun radiating through glass or skylights). If you are unable to provide enough light for your plants, place them next to an LED lamp & leave on for 6-8hrs each day. This will provide enough artificial light for your plants to grow. Airflow & Watering - these two factors greatly influence the health of plants. Outside, water and wind removes accumulated dust from leaves and dislodge and remove pests. This helps the vegetation to remain pest free and allows photosynthesis to occur, enabling the plant to grow. In order 32 TVO
for our plants to thrive we need to replicate outdoor conditions.
- Water your plants enough to make the soil damp but not wet.
Routine Maintenance - Hose/spray entire plant every couple of weeks to remove dust and dislodge pests.
Mealy Bug - a small sap sucking creature that pierces the surface of a leaf and removes nutrients. They form areas of what looks like 'cotton wool' or cobwebs in crevices and on the underside of leaves.
- Check underside of leaves and any junctions on the plant where they can hide. - To generate more airflow, turn on your ceiling fans when you go out. - Wipe the surface of plant leaves with a damp cloth regularly. - Trim off any damaged or infected leaves. - Remove and discard any plants heavily infected with pests. - Spray pests with water and a tiny amount of dishwashing liquid. Remove with a cotton wool bud.
Scale - black or white circular bumps on plant stems or the underside of the leaf... the honey like residue they excrete often attracts ants and causes 'sooty mould' on leaves (unattractive grey residue).
happy gardening!
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Bach Akademie Australia, featuring Lane Cove musicians, continues 2022 season with The Weapons of Rhetoric The Weapons of Rhetoric concerts in June take their name from the book of the same name by Judy Tarling. “For centuries, musicians and orators have recognised and encouraged the use of accent and rhythm as essential for perfect communication. To ‘make music speak’ is the ultimate aim of both composers and performers alike,” Tarling said. The concerts feature not only Bach’s celebrated Double Violin Concerto, but also famed writer-actor Jonathan Biggins and urbane rhetorician Jonathan Horton QC (one of Australia’s outstanding legal brains!) as guest presenter/ performers. The duo will demonstrate the art of rhetoric and the relationship between speech and music in theatrical debate interwoven throughout the program. The ideas and concepts of rhetoric have produced music of unrivalled beauty, depth, and intelligence by many; however, says Akademie artistic director Madeleine Easton, the sheer inventiveness of Bach’s music separates him from all others. “From his miraculous G minor Fuga for solo violin, showing how polyphonic music could be written on a monophonic instrument, to the six-part Ricercar from his Musical Offering, ending with his much loved Double Violin Concerto, no other composer in history wielded the weapons of rhetoric with as much skill, grace and heart as J.S. Bach.” This sumptuous concert – featuring Lane Cove’s Easton with Neal Peres Da Costa, Laura Vaughan, Jenny Eriksson and Julia Fredersdorff, among a host of some of Australia’s finest instrumental interpreters of early music – also includes the Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 and a selection of chamber favourites.
Bach Akademie Australia presents: The Weapons of Rhetoric • Sat 11 June 7pm* • Verbrugghen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium of Music • Sun 12 June 2.30pm • Our Lady of Dolours Church, Chatswood * Also livestreamed on www.australiandigitalconcerthall.com www.bachakademieaustralia.com.au
artXtra! is an exhibition that all paying members
PRIZES
The exhibition is an insight into the diversity of the Society. Painting, Printmaking and Drawing are included in the exhibition.
The Guy Warren Prize $ 1,250* Sponsored by Lane Cove Council & LCAS
of the Lane Cove Art Society can show their work in.
All works are eligible for the prestigious Lloyd Rees Prize and the Guy Warren Prize for the two Best in Show. The names of the winning artists of both the Lloyd Rees Prize and the Guy Warren Prize are inscribed on an Honour Board displayed in the Lane Cove Library. The venue for the exhibition is Gallery Lane Cove, Upper Level, 164 Longueville Rd.
DATES: Closing Date for Entries: Friday 3rd June Delivery of works: Tuesday 14th June. 11am – 2pm Exhibition Open: Thursday 16th June – Saturday 2nd July Opening Night: Thursday 16th June at 6.00pm Venue: Gallery Lane Cove, 164 Longueville Rd, Lane Cove Collection of works: Saturday 2nd July 2.30pm – 5pm 34 TVO
The Lloyd Rees Prize Prize: $ 1,500* Sponsored by LCAS
Joyce Mills Prize for Oils or Acrylics Prize: $1,000 Sponsored by Joyce Mills Bequest Watercolours Prize: $1,000 Sponsored LCAS Mixed Media Prize: $1,000 Sponsored LCAS Pastels & Drawings & Prints Prize: $1,000 Sponsored LCAS The Art Scene Prize for Small Works Prize: $200 Sponsored by Art Scene – voucher for art materials * These prizes are awarded to the most outstanding artworks in the Exhibition. An artist cannot win the Lloyd Rees Prize or the Guy Warren Prize more than once in five years. FOR MORE INFORMATION, LOG ON TO
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review TOP 4 BOOKS TO READ THIS MONTH
A BOOK LOVER’S REVIEW BY JACQUI SERAFIM
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Set in 1960s California, meet the uncompromising, unconventional Elizabet Zott, your new favourite heroine. We have all loved this debut novel! “A book that sparks joy with every page!” Elizabeth Day
The Labyrinth
Wake by Shelley Burr A nerve jangly thriller with a brilliantly twisty plot. Fabulous Australian crime fiction. “Wake will appeal to fans of Jane Harper, Christian White and Chris Hammer”. Books+Publishing “One of the year’s best debuts". Chris Hammer Freezing Order by Bill Browder Bill Browder returns with another gripping story of how he became Putin’s number one enemy. Thrilling tale of assassinations, legal battles and billions in cash. It would be entertaining fiction, but it’s true! Skandar and the Unicorn Thief by A F Steadman The first book in the hotly anticipated new fantasy adventure series for readers aged 10+. If you like Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, you’ll love this. With unlikely heroes, magic, fierce sky battles and bloodthirsty unicorns!
by Amanda Lohrey “The cure for many ills, noted Jung, is to build something.” Erica Marsden has had a traumatic life. Abandoned by her mother at a young age, her psychiatrist father killed by a patient, and later deserted by the father of her child, she has struggled alone to raise her troubled son. When Erica’s son is imprisoned for manslaughter, she leaves her current life and moves to an old shack in a small rural hamlet on the south-east coast of New South Wales. The hamlet is near the prison where her son is incarcerated and allows her to visit him while maintaining a level of anonymity. The recent torment of her son’s situation and the traumas of her past plague her and she is seeking to calm her mind. Labyrinths date back 4,000 years as a walking meditation and as a tool for personal psychological and spiritual transformation. They are about the journey not the destination and, unlike a maze which is designed to trick and confuse, they lead you inevitably to the centre in a single, continuous path. They are designed to be calming. It is fitting then, that Erica, inspired by the memories of the labyrinth of her childhood in the grounds of her father’s asylum, seizes on the idea of building a labyrinth as a passage to healing. Her father “believed in the mind as a divine engineering project designed for the invention and use of tools. Homo faber: man the maker. The use of the hands is a powerful medicine, he would say.” The first person narrative shifts effortlessly between Erica’s memories of her traumatic past and her troubled present where she seeks a simpler, more peaceful “pastoral” life, closer to nature to heal her soul. Her obsession with building a labyrinth is inspired by her memories of the labyrinth in the grounds of the asylum where she grew up and lost both her parents. It provides a concrete link between her past and her present and provides a focus for her healing both in practical terms as she focuses on “making” something and in spiritual terms as she reconnects with the natural world and the people around her. Strangers become neighbours in the act of involvement in the project. Lohrey’s delineation of the healing process is deft – demonstrating without sentiment that each of the participants has their own goals and needs being met. There is no sentimentality – just moments of connection which is enough for each of them. Lohrey’s writing is rich in layered images and lyrical description. We experience the jarring juxtaposition of the peaceful environment of her childhood living in the asylum and its traumatic events, then the somewhat sordid depiction of Erica’s adult life in Sydney and the contrasting wild beauty of the south-east coast. The characters are artfully drawn; we see them as Erica sees them through her observant but emotionally distant lens. Lohrey’s The Labyrinth is a work of haunting beauty, stark brutality and yet is almost meditative in its delivery. It is poignant yet hopeful for it reveals a way forward in the face of overwhelming loss.
The Labyrinth is the winner of the Miles Franklin Literary Award, 2021, the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards Fiction Prize, 2021, and the Voss Literary Prize, 2021.
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Artist Profile: Mary Norton-Smith
Can you describe to us the type of artist you are, and the medium you work in? I am a representational, contemporary artist working mainly in acrylics. My main focus has been on landscapes and urban cityscapes but I am currently working on a series of still life paintings in the studio. With different forms of lighting. I am motivated by many things including modern architecture, photography, fashion, art and music and contemporary culture. Often when I am out and about I see something that sparks my interest and I will take a photo. Then I do some drawings from that before starting a painting. Where did you learn your craft, or is it something you were blessed with? I completed a commercial art/ graphic design course in Sydney and then went to the USA where I furthered my studies for two years at the Academy of Art College in San Francisco gaining a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design. I have always been interested in art and drawing. Do you find Lane Cove and surrounds a supportive place for artists and creators? Lane Cove is a very supportive place for artists and creators. We have a high class gallery within Lane Cove itself although many people are not aware of it. Also The Lane Cove Art Society provides an opportunity to network with other artists, monthly demonstrations and talks and the opportunity to exhibit in the members annual exhibition. 36 TVO
Still Life with Pumpkin
Do you believe there should be more support for the arts, and if so, how would that manifest? I definitely believe there should be more support for the arts particularly for young artists starting out. If a gallery could be created for them to display their work without the gallery fees/commissions most galleries charge, it would be a great opportunity for them to get launched in the art world. How would we go about seeing your works? My works can be seen on my Instagram profile @marynortonsmith
Still Life with Agave Plant
I will be exhibiting in the upcoming Art Extra Show at Lane Cove Gallery in June. Also I can be contacted by email for commissions / viewings at marynortonsmith@gmail.com Which artists inspire you? I am inspired by the Impressionists and the Fauves, in particular Matisse and Braque, also the German Expressionists and the American artist Edward Hopper.
Still Life with Orange Teapot
This month’s writing course
100 Words
Online Creative Non-Fiction with Writing NSW In this online writing course, Zoya Patel will provide feedback on your essays and creative nonfiction, enabling you to hone your skills over five months. Feedback will vary depending on each piece but may focus on areas such as voice and tone, structure and pacing, or incorporating research and other materials into your work.
I watched the odd-looking boy across the street, rearranging the plants and flowers. His face obscured by the massive beanie, pulled down low. His long coat, scraping the ground. He shuffled awkwardly, towards the wooden ladder outside the florist shop.
Each month, you’ll submit up to 1500 words of creative non-fiction. Your tutor will provide tailored feedback, giving you time to incorporate her suggestions and advice into the next month’s submission. Each month you can submit either new or revised writing.
Glancing upward, the boy’s beanie slipped and I caught a glimpse of his face. “Oh, woe is me!” he whined. My suspicions were confirmed, it was, undeniably…Schleprock.
You’ll also have the opportunity to read and comment on other participants’ work. This process of giving and receiving feedback from fellow writers is an ideal way to determine what works, what resonates, what falls flat – and how to improve. This online course takes place on a website specifically designed for writers, making it simple and easy to share your writing, give and receive feedback, and interact with fellow writers. If you’re ready to challenge yourself and develop your skills through constructive critique and independent work, this course is for you. Please note: this is a feedback-based program. While you are welcome to generate new material for submission during this time, no prompts or themes will be provided.
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS: • I nternet access and confidence using basic computer software are essential for this course. •T his five-month course starts on 18 July with enrolment into our online classroom. Submissions (personal essays up to 1500 words) are due on the following dates, 10pm AET (NSW): -2 5 July, 22 August, 19 September, 17 October, 14 November •A fter each submission date, you’ll have 10 days to complete peer feedback. At the end of each feedback period, you’ll receive your tutor feedback.
This interactive online course has limited places. Book early to avoid missing out.
My attention then turned to the rumbling of thunder, as a massive, grey, storm cloud descended over the boy’s head. The ladder was instantly incinerated in a blinding flash of lightning.
Perihan Bozkurt, LANE COVE
Calling all writers!!! Please get in touch.
We would love to publish your 100-word stories, or your short stories – both fiction and non-fiction. editor@thevillageobserver. com.au Each month, we will bring you news on an online or local writing course that may suit you. Hopefully we can be of some use, and fingers crossed you will send us what you’ve got!
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What I watched on TV… As winter closes in, 'tis the time to open a bottle of your favourite drink, curl up on the sofa and enjoy some good telly. Here’s what our TV critic Stephen Miller has watched over the last month.
Heartstopper (Netflix)
When Heartstopper, the UK drama about two high school boys in love, began getting perfect scores from critics around the world, it was a simple decision to hop onto to Netflix and check it out. This inclusive look at a same sex romance is told with faultless sensitivity and is both endearing and highly engaging. It certainly deserves the accolades received. Heartstopper has recently been renewed by Netflix for a second series. ★★★★★ If this was a wine, it would be: A savoury Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé.
Julia (Binge)
Julia explores the life of the television chef Julia Child, who pioneered the cooking-show genre back in the 1960s. Part of the success of this dramatisation is how it not only thrills us with Julia Child’s achievements, but it also reveals the sometimes vulnerable woman behind all the infectious, persuasive joie de vivre. One of the most pleasant and joyful watches in a long time. Bon appétit. ★★★★½ If this was a wine, it would be: A fruity, vibrant Beaujolais Nouveau
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Ten Percent (Amazon Prime)
Having adored the French original of the show Call My Agent!/Dix pour cent, I was intrigued to watch this British remake. It follows a very similar storyline, and therein lies the problem for me. Why remake a classic if you bring nothing new to the party? It’s neither as funny nor as sophisticated as the original. That said though, it’s still a lot of fun and I finished the series. ★★★½ If it was a wine, it would be: A light, citrus driven Chablis.
LUST (Binge)
Swedish actors Sofia Helin, Anja Lundqvist, Julia Dufvenius and Elin Klinga star as four middle-aged friends struggling with limp sex lives. LUST offers very pleasurable comedic relief while still providing a serious look at the important topics of sexual harassment, marriage counselling, and womanhood over 40. Each 30-minute episode gives equal attention to the show’s four protagonists and their erotic trials and tribulations. ★★★½ If this was a wine, it would be: A fruity, floral Chenin Blanc.
A Very British Scandal (Amazon Prime)
This is the story of the tumultuous and infamous marriage between Margaret Sweeney and Captain Ian Campbell, better known as the Duke and Duchess of Argyll. Claire Foy and Paul Bettany expertly play this loathsome couple as they flirt and fight their way through this real-life, sordid 1960s scandal. As with all BBC period dramas, expect great costumes and delightful locations. Claire Foy portrays a posh pom so awfully well. ★★★★ If it was a wine, it would be: Extra-dry Champagne darling.
Shining Girls (Apple TV+)
Elizabeth Moss is astounding in this slightly strange, but terrifically intriguing mystery. It takes unexpected turns that keep us guessing and eager to know what will happen next. Moss plays a newspaper archivist who’s dreams of becoming a journalist are on hold, following a brutal, traumatising attack years earlier. After a woman is murdered in similar circumstances, Kirby (Moss) teams up with investigative journalist Dan (Wagner Moura) to track down the killer. ★★★★ If this was a wine, it would be: A smokey, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon or Zinfandel.
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Minestrone Having a pot of Minestrone soup on the stove at this time of year is almost mandatory in some homes, particularly when it’s as chilly as it is outside. Luckily, a pot of Italian nourishment can be as simple or as complicated as you like, depending on your taste. Vegetarian, with chicken stock, or a ham and ham bone, it can go with beans, pasta or rice and seasonal vegetables. This soup can be as individual as you! The base of the soup with vegetables includes the ‘holy trinity’ of onion, celery and carrot. In Italy, Minestrone varies by season and by region. In the northern region of Lombardy, Minestrone might include pasta and pumpkin; further south, in Tuscany, it might contain cannellini beans and cabbage or kale. In Genoa, in the north-west region of Liguria, it would be finished with pesto. Tomatoes are typically included, or tomato paste. When using tomato paste, I find it helps to saute the paste with the onions, celery & carrot to cook out the rawness, and add a toasty caramel depth to the flavour. I use the bagged Italian soup mix blend of dried legumes and lentils. Soak those in cold water for at least two hours before starting this soup. They will cook in the pot, so there is no need for cooking separately. If time is against you, a tin of well rinsed beans or lentils will work. Add these at the end of cooking just to warm them through so they keep their shape. Soup is such an easy way to enjoy vegetables, I throw plenty of dark greens in, Cavallo Nero, parsley, green beans and broccoli - stems and all. I’ve even gone so green that a puree of spinach & peas has been added to the soup to turn it into a vibrant green Minestrone. Set aside a couple of hours to put this soup together. A big batch, plenty for a few days, nourishing for weekday lunches, and even freeze a container or two for last minute comfort.
INGREDIENTS • 2 tablespoons of olive oil • 2 small onions diced • 4 ribs of celery, washed & diced • 2 diced carrots, peel left on • 2 tablespoons of tomato paste • 2-3 cloves of garlic, crushed • 2 litres of stock - chicken, ham, vegetable or water • 1 tin 400 grams of crushed tomatoes • 1 cup of dried legumes/dried beans, soaked for 2 hours • 2 cups of shredded cabbage - try silverbeet or tuscan cabbage • 1 large, diced potato • ½ cup of pasta - small macaroni, crushed spaghetti or risone, or short grain white rice • 1 diced zucchini • A handful of trimmed diced green beans (or broccoli) • 1 bunch of Italian parsley, chopped • 1 teaspoon dried oregano METHOD HEAT oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add celery, onion and carrot - saute til the onion is translucent. Add the tomato paste and stir continuously to toast the paste for 3-4 minutes. Add the stock or water and bring to a boil. Add garlic, soaked beans, potato & shredded cabbage. Reduce heat to low. Lastly add in the pasta or rice, zucchini, green beans, the chopped parsley and oregano. Simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender and the flavours have blended. To serve season with freshly ground black pepper and salt. Maybe throw in some fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan, and your favourite crusty Italian bread.
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A MESSAGE FROM OUR ACTING CEO, BRANKA IVKOVIC
Better Together - Celebrating Volunteer Contribution
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t Sydney Community Services (SCS) we rely on the tireless support of our incredible team of volunteers. We are fortunate to have over 300 active volunteers with us. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and provide much needed support for the programs that resonate with them the most. During National Volunteer Week we gathered to recognise and celebrate the tremendous positive contribution our volunteers have made to our local communities. After a two-year hiatus it was a joyous event that allowed us to celebrate our volunteers who over the course of the pandemic stood side by side with our staff to help us continue delivering critical services. The theme for National Volunteer Week 2022 is ‘Better Together,’ which refers to the strength volunteering has in ‘bringing people together, building communities and creating a better society for everyone.’ How fitting it is that at the beginning of the pandemic, we drew strength from one of our oldest volunteers. Beth, a 93-year-old at the time, was a force of positivity and hope. Determined to continue her volunteering visitor role Beth embraced virtual volunteer visiting. Using her one hour of sanctioned outdoor exercise time Beth stayed connected with her client by dropping off letters and treats throughout the isolating lockdowns. Having experienced lockdowns, travel bans, and school closures as a young girl during the Polio Pandemic Beth reminded us that the COVID Pandemic will also come to pass, and the world would be good again. This year our Community Visiting Program (CVS) is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Over the past three decades we have had over 600 volunteer visitors come
through our program and provide much needed companionship and human connection to people living in residential aged care homes. For many of the volunteers the program was a way to forge connections and give back to their local community. However, the program also gives back to the volunteers with many describing a great sense of purpose and satisfaction in being a companion to someone who may feel lonely or isolated. When asked why they joined the program, one volunteer said, ‘In a world with over six billion people, one of the very last things one should be without is company and friendship’. Research and our own experience tell us that volunteering is a mutually beneficial endeavour that sees positive outcomes for individuals, volunteers, and their local communities. Our aim is to make volunteering a positive and fulfilling experience for everyone. In the most recent volunteer survey, ‘friendly’ was the most frequently used word to describe SCS, closely followed by ‘caring’. Volunteering opportunities are available in several our programs, we are looking for gardeners, drivers, community visitors, linen volunteers, people interested in sharing their arts and craft skills and raconteurs to name just a few. We are sure to meet your time availability with a volunteering possibility. To find out more, contact our Volunteer Coordinator on 02 9427 6425 or email yhughes@sydneycs.org Our CEO, Gill Batt is on a well-deserved break and will be back soon. (Sadly, Beth our long serving volunteer passed away earlier this year. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.)
VOLUNTEERS WANTED Sydney Community Services is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with our community based activities. For specific hours and more details please contact Yvonne: e: yhughes@sydneycs.org p: 9427 6425
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MINDFULNESS CLASSES
WHAT’S ON JUNE
Activities Table Tennis
• Fridays • 1.00-5.30pm. $5
Book Club
• Monday: 20 June • 1.30-2.30pm. $5 Includes afternoon tea and loan of book.
Movement Matters
•T uesdays + Wednesdays Book now for Term three
Mindfulness
• Mondays • 10.00-11.00am. $5
All welcome $5pp
Mondays 10-11am
Services SCS Village Bus
• Wednesday weekly door-to-door. • 9.00-12pm. $7pp We collect you from home and drop you off in the village. Enjoy coffee with a friend, attend doctors appointments, or go to the hairdresser. If you shop at Woolies, we have a friendly volunteer to help you with your bags.
Social Bridge/Solo/ Rummikub • Thursdays • 12.30-3.30pm. $5 Includes afternoon tea
Scrabble
• Fridays: 3 + 17 June • 10.30-12.30pm. $5 Includes morning tea.
Mah Jong
• Wednesdays • 1.00-3.45pm. $5 Includes afternoon tea NEW PLAYERS: please call prior for registration
BOOKINGS AND ENQUIRIES BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL + COVID SAFE
● LANE COVE HUB EVENTS IN ORANGE
P: 9427 6425 E: support@sydneycs.org 1 Pottery Lane, Lane Cove. 3 hours free parking.
●M EETING HOUSE EVENTS IN PURPLE P: 9427 6425 E: support@sydneycs.org 23-25 Stokes St, Lane Cove North
Hunters Hill Seniors Hub Do you know someone who would benefit from a group support program? The Hub provides a safe, warm and engaging environment for people over 65years who find they would like to spend more time with other seniors! The Hub operates Monday to Friday and offers tailored programs to seniors whilst providing much-needed break and peace of mind for the family carer(s). Our day programs are a combination of bus outings, picnics, centre based activities etc. Transport can be provided to and from home, in addition to morning and afternoon tea and two-course lunch (catering for all dietary requirements). The Hub takes place in a cosy, homelike cottage with a sunny garden in a leafy Hunters Hill.
For more information please contact: Rosemary Liu E: rliu@sydneycs.org M: 0449 253 60 42 TVO
June Seniors Bus Program Monday 6 June Bunnings @ Pymble
The new Bunnings at Pymble has recently opened. (Transport Only) Cost: $25 Time 9.30am-1.30pm
Monday 27 June Trivia and lunch
Fun morning of Trivia at the Meeting House with lunch provided. Transport available. Time 10.30am-1.30pm Cost $30
Wednesday 1 June Morning Tea @ The Tramsheds
Morning tea at the historic Tramsheds at Harold Park. Cost $35 Time: 9.30am-1.00pm
Tuesday 7 June Night at the Pub
Evening dinner at a mystery pub has returned. Cost: $55 Time: 5.30pm-9.00pm
Wednesday 15 June Bingo at Balgowlah RSL Bingo and lunch in the club. Cost $40
Wednesday 22June Archibalds & Pub Lunch
Famous Archibalds on display at the NSW Art Gallery. Afterwards, we will venture to a pub for lunch before we return home. Please note, tickets will be booked in advance for the Archibalds and cancellations will need to be paid for. Cost $65 Time 9.30am-3.00pm.
Wednesday 29 June Georges Heights Morning Tea Mal will again take you to a local cafe for morning tea, and drive around the local area. Cost $35 Time: 9.30am-1.30pm
Please call 9427 6425 to book your outing. Book early to avoid disappointment. Please note: Masks are still mandatory when travelling on the bus.
Tues / Thurs Playgroups Thursday Possibilities Playgroups Tuesday Playgroups All Inclusive playgroups • Ages 0-5years • Arts, craft, Music and Storytime • Lots of free play with educational equipment Session 1: 9.30-11.00am Session 2: 11.00am-12.30pm
All inclusive playgroup in conjunction with Early Education • Ages 0-5 years. All welcome • Arts, craft, music and storytime. Lots of free play with educational equipment • Time: 9.30am to 11am Cost: $10 casual visit or $60 per term for one session or $100 per term for multiple sessions
For all enquiries please phone 9427 6425. 23a Stokes Street, Lane Cove TVO 43
ZAC MILES MAYOR OF HUNTERS HILL
ANTHONY ROBERTS MP
P: 9879 9400 E: mayor@huntershill.nsw.gov.au
P: 9817 4757 E: lanecove@parliament.nsw.gov.au
Threading the community together
Confidence with COVID
Our library and community space in Hunters Hill Village is a place designed to bring our community together.
Over the past couple of months, I’ve been able to secure funding from the NSW Government to be used within the Electorate of Lane Cove, to allow upgrades to infrastructure and revitalise community engagement. The healthy economic recovery of this State is reliant on residents being confident now that the risks of the pandemic are beginning to move toward the back of our minds. Now is the time more than ever to get out and support your local businesses. Have dinner with friends and family and make the most of what the NSW Government and Local Councils have put in place.
This happens each week when parents and carers bring babies and pre-schoolers in to The YARN to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes led by librarians on Wednesday and Friday mornings. Others use The YARN as a work space, or as a meeting point - a local book club is among the dedicated regulars. This month, our Council is hosting activities designed to connect members of our community whilst also supporting a charity bringing comfort to people in need. On Wednesday 22 June, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm, we are hosting a craft afternoon at The YARN in aid of Wrap with Love. Participants are invited to stop in for a chat and to work on their latest craft project, or to knit squares for the charity organisation – our team at Council can provide supplies if you don’t have your own. Pieces created will be forwarded on to Wrap with Love to create wrap blankets for delivery to people in areas of trauma and need. The charity relies on volunteers to knit, crochet and sew warm wraps in organised knitting groups; either at home or with friends, or at community centres, libraries, schools and retirement villages. No bookings are required to join the event – just call in on the day. The YARN is open for community members to drop in any time between 10am and 4pm on weekdays. As well as using the space for work, reading or small meetings, you can also browse the selection of library items, or reserve titles online and collect them from The YARN. If you haven’t visited recently, pop in next time you are in Hunters Hill Village. The YARN is located at 64 Gladesville Road, at the end of the arcade. Find out more at: www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/theyarn.
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Some of you living within the Lane Cove area may be aware there has been some changes to a few parking spaces along Longueville Rd. This is to accommodate an outdoor dining and recreation space for restaurants. Late last month the NSW Government provided $500,000 to Lane Cove Council, so this new Alfresco dining experience will be as a safe and enjoyable as possible for customers. The NSW Government has been committed to increasing community engagement as we settle in to COVID-19 being more of an ever-present inconvenience to our lives. It is important that small businesses and events continue to increase and draw locals out of their homes and in congregated communities to interact. Now that the Canopy has been in use for some time it is important that we are utilising it to our full potential. To achieve this the NSW Government has granted $1000 to the Lane Cove Concert band to give them an added boost with their goals and reaching a larger audience. It is vitally important as we begin to move around our community with less nervousness in regard to the pandemic we seize every opportunity that our Local Councils and State Government gives us to boost our economy and motivate those who have been struggling throughout the pandemic to push themselves With students having now returned to school fulltime to face to face learning I is important that we realise that some students with mental health and other health issues return to their proper education with confidence and assurance that they are understood, and their voices are heard. The Youth Opportunities program funded by the NSW Government has granted Epilepsy Action Australia $45,180 to host a new Podcast at Youth HQ in Lane Cove. This youth driven initiative will give young people with epilepsy a voice while also tackling some more common issues of isolation, discrimination and anxiety. The Podcast will also aim to reduce the stigma around epilepsy in the community. We must also recognise that for young children, the past few years have made up a much greater percentage of their lives than it has for us adults, therefore it has impacted their perception of life the most. Young primary school children may have already spent their first three years of their education at home. Regardless of what conditions some young members of our community may have to deal with on a regular basis, they must feel comfortable as they get to know their peers as they settle into what is a more concrete and healthier lifestyle.
KYLEA TINK MP E: info@kyleatink.com.au
We've all had those moments in our lives where you pinch yourself to know what you are experiencing is truly happening. For me, election night 2022 was one of those moments. To stand as North Sydney's Independent for Canberra was one of the greatest privileges of my life and regardless of the outcome, I felt our community had already won. For the first time in many years, people felt heard and were actively considering their choices at the polling booth – they knew their vote mattered. To find myself surrounded by the people that were the very essence of this campaign on Saturday night, and have my team tell me we had won, was extraordinary because this is a "we" result, not a "me" result. While I may be the person who represents our community in Canberra, I accept that responsibility with a clear understanding that my duty is to ensure our community voice and vote is delivered in Canberra as a reflection of our community’s values and ambitions. Those ambitions are clear. We want faster action on climate, integrity in federal politics, a forward-focused economy and to address the systemic issues of inequality be that gender,
First Nations, ageism or the way we treat those seeking asylum in our nation. In essence, we want politics done differently. I sincerely believe our voice can help drive a new conversation at the national level, seeking to build true consensus across the highest offices of our land and where each community has the right to be heard - regardless of the Party that technically holds the balance of power. By joining others on the crossbench, North Sydney's voice will help bring balance back into the parliament, push to depoliticise climate action and fight to restore integrity and trust in our federal government. Because this is what the people of North Sydney want and because that is now my job. To the outgoing Member, Trent Zimmerman, thank you for the work you have done with our local community over the last two terms. And to the wider community, thank you for this opportunity and I look forward to continuing to work with our community to help inform the positions we take in the next three years.
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SOLD - 6 Upper Cliff Road, Northwood
5 bed 3 bath 2 car
SOLD - 86 Riverview Street, Riverview 5 bed 3 bath 2 car
HIGHEST UNDER THE HAMMER PRICE EVER IN 2066 POSTCODE
SOLD PRIOR TO AUCTION FOR A GREAT PRICE
• T imeless Hamptons style luxury with magnificent city skyline views • Property enjoys a vast approx. 1126sqm block with a prime north rear aspect • Beautiful entertaining pavilion adjacent to solar heated salt water pool
• Sun soaked open plan living and dining flowing to sheltered balcony • Huge eat-in kitchen offers timber benches/cabinetry, oven and cooktop • Large family room, billiard/rumpus room equipped with full wet bar
Contact - Simon Harrison 0433 100 150 and Kim Walters 0499 014 886 to find out more
Contact - Simon Harrison 0433 100 150 and Kim Walters 0499 014 886 to find out more
41a Bridge Street, Lane Cove
4 bed 2 bath 2 car
21 Murralah Place, Lane Cove
AUCTION SATURDAY 4 JUNE AT 11.15AM ON SITE
4 bed 2 bath 2 car
AUCTION SATURDAY 4 JUNE AT 12.00PM ON SITE
VIEW SATURDAY & WEDNESDAY 11.15AM – 11.45AM
VIEW SATURDAY & WEDNESDAY 11.45AM - 12.15PM
• Stunning, spacious living areas flow to alfresco patio & garden • Chef’s kitchen, gas, Miele suite, Corian island, breakfast bar • Split air con, skylights, double glazing, luxe bespoke finishes
• Versatile single level home, flowing layout and stylish interiors • Alfresco entertaining offers beautifully landscaped surrounds • Modern kitchen with chefs' gas cooktop and breakfast bar
James Bennett 0403 504 724 E: james.bennett@belleproperty.com Jess Goodman 0401 888 555 E: jess.goodman@belleproperty.com
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Belle Property Hunters Hill 3/52-56 Gladesville Road, Hunters Hill 9817 7729 Belle Property Lane Cove 162 Longueville Road, Lane Cove 9087 3333
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PROPERTIES OF THE MONTH
AUCTION: SATURDAY 11TH JUNE AT 12.00PM
AUCTION: SATURDAY 18TH JUNE AT 9.00AM
VIEW: AS ADVERTISED ONLINE 1 Bligh Street, Northbridge 3 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car 1,094sqm land Character-filled residence packed with development potential. A cherished circa 1925 Californian Bungalow with CDC approval for a detached dwelling, and option to sub-divide or extend the current home and add a tennis court or pool (STCA).
VIEW: AS ADVERTISED ONLINE 4/9 Milson Road, Cremorne Point
Stuart Bourne
Mary-Anne Fitzgerald
0415 887 114 stuartb@lns.rh.com.au
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2 Bed 1 Bath
Sweeping 180-degree Sydney harbour panoramas frame this stunning two-bedroom apartment. Retaining all the charm of its Art Deco build, this boutique block of six is swathed by spectacular sunsets, boasting no common walls and has complete privacy. 0418 648 654
maf@lns.rh.com.au
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16 Lihon Street, Lane Cove West
5 Bed 3 Bath 1 Car
Expansive character family home, on level block, located in quiet cul-de-sac. Hazel McNamara 0402 913 537 E: hazelm@lns.rh.com.au
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Rebecca Mitchell
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