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Lane Cove
MARCH
LANE COVE PLAZA
First Fridays: Friday 2 March, 3:30pm - 5:00pm. Drop by for free kid’s activities on the first Friday of every month.
Saturday Sounds: Floyd Vincent Saturday 10 March, 10:00am - 12:00pm. Enjoy your weekend coffee, brunch or a spot of shopping in Lane Cove Plaza to a soundtrack of stunning Spanish guitar.
Polish Easter Egg Painting Workshop
Wednesday 28 March, 3:30pm - 5:30pm. Enjoy an afternoon of egg painting with Polish folk artist and Lane Cove local Kasia Jacquot.
Kaleidoscope of Lane Cove: Friday 23 March, 3:30pm - 8:30pm. Drop by and celebrate our diverse community at the 2018 Kaleidoscope of Lane Cove event with free entertainment, interactive activities and more from 3:30pm. From 6:00pm enjoy a special outdoor screening of The Jungle Book (PG).
FIND HARMONY WITH COLOUR
Make Your Own Masterpiece: Wednesday 21 March, 10:00am – 1:00pm, Living & Learning Centre Ever wanted to make your own masterpiece in oils? Artist Andrew Grant will guide you through the process in this hands-on, fun, relaxed art class that is perfect for beginners and experienced artists. All materials will be supplied. Cost: $10.00. Book online at www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/seniors
LANE COVE LIBRARY
All events are free. Call 9911 3634 to book.
Children’s Author Talk: Catherine Pelosi Thursday 8 March, 4:00pm – 5:00pm. Hear children’s author Catherine Pelosi talk about her new page-turning adventure Quark’s Academy. Then join us for some exciting science experiments with Rachel from Curious Kids’ Science.
BookChat – Tasmanian Treasures Tuesday 13 March, 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Our next BookChat is Tasmanian Treasures – Tasmanian authors or authors that have written books set in or about Tasmania. Call to register today. Author Talk – Escape from Berlin by Peter Nash Thursday 15 March, 6:15pm – 7:30pm. Local resident and author Peter Nash retraces what became of his family members following the devastating impact of WWII.
Harmony Day Event - Korean Mama’s Storytime
Wednesday 21 March, 3:30pm – 4:30pm. This one-hour program involves children learning songs and greetings in Korean as well as Korean folktale storytelling in English and craft activities. Suitable for children K-6.
Thursday Tunes – A History of 20th Century Music
Thursday 22 March, 10:30am – 12:00pm. Local musician Graham Ball will discuss the diversification of music in the 20th century including classical, jazz, film and rock and roll. Harmony Day Movie – Ali’s Wedding (2017): Thursday 22 March, 6:30pm – 8:30pm. The story of a Muslim cleric’s son who must follow through with an arranged marriage despite being in love with an Australian born Lebanese girl.
BUSHCARE
The Powerful Owl Story: Thursday 8 March, 6:30pm. Join Powerful Owl Project Officer Beth Mott for a fascinating insight into the lives of Powerful Owls. Bookings: 9911 3583
Fauna Focus Bushcare Workshop:
Saturday 24 March, 9:00am - 1:00pm. Take a closer look at fauna habitat and how to manage bushland sites to gain the best outcomes for native wildlife. Includes a walk with a wildlife ecologist. Bookings: 9911 3583.
ROAD SAFETY
Free Graduate Licensing Scheme Workshop, Wednesday 7 March, St Ignatius’ College, Riverview, 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Help Learner Drivers become safer drivers with this free workshop for parents and supervisors. Bookings: 9911 3576
Child Car Seat Safety Check: Saturday 17 March, 9:00am – 1:00pm. Have your child car seats, harnesses and booster seats checked. Local residents only. Bookings: 9911 3576
For more details on these events visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call Lane Cove Council on 9911 3555.
P: 0431 959 980 E: ppalmer@lanecove.nsw.gov.au
MARCH 2018
I was recently honoured to be elected as President of NSROC, an alliance of eight Councils in the northern Sydney region. NSROC was formed back in 1986 with the aim to demonstrate leadership on local government issues, to work co-operatively for the benefit of the region and to advocate on regional priorities. We are currently involved in a major innovative waste management project and a recycling initiative for our region. Next up we are looking at the capacity of our sportsfields to meet the needs of the growing population. On a personal level it has been a rewarding opportunity to work closely with the Mayors of Hunters Hill, Ryde, North Sydney, Mosman, Willoughby, Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby.
Local news and information
Boost for Baby Health I am very pleased that NSW Health will be funding a much-needed upgrade Did you know? Lane Cove is home to electric car recharge stations on Level 4 of the Little Street Car Park. Members of the public can access the stations from 6:00am - 1:00am daily. Council also uses the station to charge its Nissan Leaf vehicle which staff use for site visits, travelling to meetings and local inspections. of Lane Cove’s Early Childhood Health Centre. This will coincide with Council’s refurbishment of the rest of the building in preparation for the relocation of Centrehouse. Last month I met with Member for Lane Cove, Anthony Roberts MP, and a number of local mums who described how valuable such an upgrade would be in supporting this vital service.
Library Opening Hours Solar Mapping Tool
Council has launched a free online ‘Solar Mapping Tool’ to help you estimate the potential for solar electricity generation on your roof. The tool provides an estimate on annual electricity generation, financial savings and emissions offset by installing solar panels. With electricity prices on the rise the tool provides residents with information that will assist with solar system purchasing decisions. To access the map visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov. au/solarmapping
Naming of New Park
With the Rosenthal Project well and truly underway, Council is starting to look for a more permanent name for the completed project which will include a park, open space and retail. If you have an idea for a name then visit the Have Your Say section of Council’s website in late March.
Do you use Lane Cove Library? Help us understand the level of support for changes to the Library opening hours by completing our survey online www. lanecove.nsw.gov.au/library or collect a copy from the Library.
Out & about in Lane Cove
Refugee Welcome Zone
You are invited to join us at 6:45pm on Monday 19 March as we sign the Refugee Welcome Zone Pledge prior to the Council meeting in the Chambers of the Civic Centre.
Latest Works
• The Flying Fox at Burns Bay
Reserve has had a major overhaul and is now ready for all to enjoy again
• A new bubbler was installed along
the Blackman Park walking track
• Shell Park has been re-turfed
• Ausgrid have been repairing street light services along
Burns Bay Road
Get ready to Move More in March
Councillors have been inspired to step up to the Move More in March program. If you would like to challenge yourself to feel the benefits of moving more in your day then register online at www. movemoreinmarch.com.au
Autumn Harmony
This March Lane Cove’s Autumn Harmony Festival celebrates a number of significant dates including International Women’s Day, Harmony Day and Neighbour Day. For details on these events and a whole lot more, visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/festivals for the full program of March events.
Repair Cafe
I recently joined volunteers from the Repair Cafe Sydney North to officially welcome them to their new Lane Cove home. If you have items that need repairing, rather than throw them away you can head along on the first and second Sunday of the month and seek the help of this wonderful team of volunteers. They are available from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at the Living and Learning Centre, 180 Longueville Road. Council will continue to support the group’s efforts by providing use of the Living and Learning Centre. Pictured right: Repairing our Mayoral Chain
P: 9929 9822 E: trent.zimmerman.mp@aph.gov.au P: 9817 4757 E: lanecove@parliament.nsw.gov.au
Lunar New Year
2018 is the Year of the Dog. This indicates a year of stability and of prosperity, particularly for those who work hard, communicate well, and are generous. Australia has long celebrated the Lunar New Year with gusto, and with huge crowds. Indeed, one estimate places the number of visitors from China alone as high as 250,000, so it’s no wonder that the Australian Lunar New Year celebration is the largest outside of Asia. The celebrations in Lane Cove were a wonderful example of this, and I want to congratulate everyone involved.
Lane Cove Swim Club Summer Sprint Meet
It was a privilege to attend the Lane Cove Swim Club’s Summer Sprint Meet in early February. The pool itself is a wonderful piece of local history, opened on 25th November 1961, with the first swimming carnival held shortly afterwards on the 24th March 1962. The swim club is no less part of the history than the pool. Numbering more than 350 members, they have done a stellar job in the community. Congratulations to the club and everyone there on the day.
Stronger Communities Program
It’s a great pleasure to be able to congratulate those community groups who have successfully applied for funding through the Australian government’s Stronger Communities Program. This year Birrahlee Preschool Lane Cove received $12,125 for a new soft fall for the playground; Rotary Club of Lane Cove received $2,500 for their Walk Around the World community fitness program; Hunters Hill Rugby Union Football Club received $15,000 for an upgrade to their drainage; Hunters Hill Sailing Club received $12,234 to upgrade their kitchen and for new safety rigid hull inflatable boats (RHIBs); Hunters Hill Club received $10,000 for refurbishment and upgrades to their outdoor facilities; Hunters Hill Tennis Club received $3,000 for a new storage shed; and Figtree Playgroup received $2,000 for upgrades to their store room. I’m glad to have been able to work with these groups, and to help them in the tremendous work they do for their local community.
Lane Cove mobile office Earlier this month I took my office out to the streets of Lane Cove, hosting a mobile office at Lane Cove Plaza. I want to hear directly from residents about the issues affecting their lives, and I look forward to these mobile offices as a way of doing just that. Thanks to everyone who stopped by, whether it was to discuss a matter of policy or just to say hi! Community building partnership 2018
I am so proud that our Government has been able to support so many worthy organisations, with 14 groups in our electorate of Lane Cove being rewarded through the 2017 Community Building Partnership Program.
These 14 groups are driven by high achievers in our community. Whilst they’re all different, they all bring big dreams and ideas to Lane Cove.
Lane Cove is a genuine community, and we always reach out to each other and support each other through volunteering, sport, and especially education.
The entities receiving support include Lane Cove Country Club; Gladesville Occasional Child Care; North Shore Rowing Club; Greenwich Sailing Club; Catholic Parish of Saint Michaels; Sydney Community Services; Artarmon-Longueville Uniting Church Parish; Anglican Property Trust Diocese of Sydney; Giant Steps Australia; Birrahlee Preschool; Villa Maria Primary School; Lane Cove 12-foot Sailing Skiff Club; Ryde-Hunters Hill District Hockey Club; and importantly, Holy Cross Junior Rugby League Football Club (go the Rhinos!) These clubs, parishes and schools have received varying amounts, ranging from modest to significant, to carry out projects that will benefit the entire electorate. • Lane Cove Country Club, through Barry Watkins, has been awarded $18,000 for their restoration/ replacement project. • Badrunnesa Begum’s application secured Gladesville Occasional Child Care Centre $15,000 to fix the outdoor playground. • An application by Richard Sheldrake resulted in $39,300 of funding for the North Shore Rowing Club to upgrade the old rowing pontoon, ramp and deck facilities. • Greenwich Sailing Club, through Bernie McCartney, received $15,000 for their Safety and Training Boat replacement. • The Catholic Parish of Saint Michaels, through Steve Conlon, obtained $52,954 for their school hall refurbishment. • An application by Gillian Batt secured $19,844 for a Seniors Hub remodelling by Sydney Community Services. • Christine Butters led the call that was answered with $5,500 for Artarmon-Longueville Uniting Church’s Project Restoration. • The Anglican Property Trust Diocese of Sydney will be able to tackle their community hall kitchen at Putney Anglican Church from the $19,859 that Roger Hooper helped secure. • Brad Wilson and his squad kicked a goal in securing $30,000 for a full replacement of the flood lighting at the Holy Cross Junior Rugby League Football Club. • A grant of $15,000 has been awarded towards the refurbishment of the secondary outdoor space that Michelle Jocum worked to secure for Giant Steps Australia. • Birrahlee Preschool can now get their shade sail because of a $6,484 grant secured after an appeal led by Elizabeth Lennon. • We will also see the resurfacing of the netball court at Villa Maria Primary School after successful lobbying by Melissa Jose and her supporters. • John Hayward worked tirelessly to secure $25,462 to go towards the slipway decking refurbishment for the Lane Cove 12 Foot Sailing Skiff Club. • A committee, led by Glen Castensen, has seen Ryde-Hunters Hill District Hockey Club receive $20,500 for the upgrading of their Centre playing surface fencing.
Mayor of Hunters Hill P: 9879 9415 E: markbennett@huntershill.nsw.gov.au
Formation of Hunters Hill Local Planning Panel
New planning legislation requires all Councils in Sydney to have Local Planning Panels in place by March 1st 2018. From this date, no development applications in Sydney will be assessed by councillors, with this role being handled by either Council staff or the planning panels. The panels must include members with experience in areas such as architecture, planning, public administration or law, together with a community representative. Council has been reviewing potential candidates and a report on this matter was considered at an Ordinary Meeting on February 26th. Notwithstanding the above, Council wrote to Minister Anthony Roberts MP on October 18th 2017 requesting that the planning legislation be repealed.
Exhibition for Gladesville Planning Proposal
The Gladesville Planning Proposal applies to land bounded by Massey, Cowell and Flagstaff Streets in Gladesville. The objective of the proposal is to add two clauses to the Hunters Hill Local Environmental Plan 2012:
• The first clause includes parameters regarding the location and type of open recreation space to be provided on the subject site. • The second clause links any future DA seeking additional height and floor space on the site to design excellence provisions. The proposal will be publicly exhibited until March 20th. During this period the exhibition documentation, including an explanation of the Planning Proposal, Traffic Impact Assessment and background information, will be available at www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/GPP or at the Council Administration Centre. Submissions are invited during the exhibition period and will close on March 20th.
Victoria Road Gladesville proposals
Council has three residential/ commercial Development Applications on public exhibition until Friday March 2nd.
1. 219-221 Victoria Road, Gladesville (existing Commonwealth
Bank): Demolition of existing two-storey commercial building; reinstatement of the Heritage façade; and construction of a fivestorey shop top housing development.
2. 223-227 Victoria Road Gladesville (existing Gladesville
Arcade): Demolition of all existing improvements/structures; erection of six-storey shop top housing consisting of 30 units, 10 retail spaces, 66 parking spaces.
3. 233-235 Victoria Road Gladesville (existing BWS shop):
Demolition of existing buildings; construction of 24 six-storey shop top residential units, 3 retail spaces, 1 office space and 44 parking spaces. Applications can be viewed on the Council website.
95th Commemoration of Anzac Eve Memorial Service
As Australia is about to mark the end the commemorative period for the centenary of Anzac, I extend an invitation for everyone to attend the Hunters Hill Anzac Eve Memorial Service at the Town Hall, 22 Alexandra Street on Monday 23rd April commencing at 7.30pm. Our guest speaker is award-winning writer Mr John Misto, an Australian stage and television writer, who has written on the subjects of nurses and civilian women and children being captured and interned in prison camps throughout WWII. John will speak about the bravery of these women, whose families did not know where they were or even if they were still alive.
Native & Indigenous Plant Stall
Saturday 17 March 2018, 9am-12noon Venue: Lane Cove Plaza
Whether your garden is large or small or you only have space for some pots there is a wide range of suitable native and indigenous plants for your situation. So come and consult about interesting aspects of growing Australian and local plants in our Lane Cove gardens, balconies or terraces. CONTACT: Ruth - 0409 609 940
The Lane Cove Bushland and Conservation Society is holding its Autumn Plant Stall in Lane Cove Plaza on 17th March from 9am to 12 noon.
Twice a year the Society holds a stall to raise awareness about native plants and bushland in urban areas and raise funds for bushland conservation.
Society members provide advice and information leaflets about native plants indigenous to the Sydney region, with a specific focus on how to grow them in Lane Cove. Newcomers to the area are most welcome and even if you are not buying plants, you can have a chat with the Society’s members.
Australian History Talk @ Lane Cove Library ‘Making the Frontier Wars Visible’
Stories of Frontier Massacres abound in Australia’s colonial past. Most Australians know very little about them, but they are part of our history.
New methods for assessing evidence of massacres has led to a major new project investigating the incidence of massacres across the Frontier. The results of Stage 1* are now available on an on-line map. Professor Ryan shows how this map can be used to identify particular sites - and discusses implications for Reconciliation with Australia’s violent past. SPEAKER: Lyndall Ryan, Conjoint Research Professor, Centre for the History of Violence, University of Newcastle. DATE: Monday, 26th March TIME: 6.15pm for 6.30pm start - 8.45pm (Library closes at 9pm) VENUE: ‘The Meeting Room’, Lane Cove Library COST: Gold coin donation. PARKING: ‘Market Square’ carpark (beneath Library). Entry before 6pm: 3hrs parking free. Entry after 6pm: free unlimited hours. Buses to Lane Cove Interchange.
Bookings essential: Email: kerriemckenzie@bigpond.com
(The venue has capacity for 100 people. If you have booked and then are unable to come, please email so that another on the waiting-list may attend this important event.)
