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What’s On:
Lane Cove
SEPTEMBER
BUSHCARE
Bookings are essential for all events, please visit: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/bushcareevents Threatened Species Day Guided Walk: Friday 7 September, 9:30am – 11:00am. Enjoy an easy guided walk and see how the endangered Sydney Turpentine-Ironbark Forest is being restored at Hands Quarry Reserve. Stringybark Creek: Walk and Weed: Sunday 16 September, 9:00am – 12:00pm. Take a guided walk along the shady creekline then help restore this peaceful reserve by pulling out problematic weeds found here. Woodford Bay: Habitat Walk & Bushcare: Sunday 16 September, 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Take a closer look at habitat with ecologist Narawan Williams on a short foreshore walk then help restore wildlife habitat by pulling out problematic weeds found at Woodford Bay. Afternoon tea provided.
Book Launch: Natural Environment of Lane Cove:
Wednesday 19 September, 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Lane Cove Library. Celebrate a book which highlights all that makes Lane Cove special to the community: its bushland and wildlife, Aboriginal culture and European history and so much more. RSVP essential.
Community Nursery Open Day: Friday 21 September, 10:00am – 2:00pm Entry via Lloyd Rees Drive, Lane Cove West. Try your hand at propagation or be guided around the nursery and gardens by one of our volunteers. Take home a free native seedling for your garden! Drawing in Nature: Saturday 22 September, 9:00am - 12:00pm Art meets nature in a delightful spring-time exploration of the bush landscape with well-known Sydney artist and bush regenerator Patrick Shirvington. Express your creativity and wonder by drawing in the outdoors, all skill levels welcome!
Penrose Street: Meditate on Nature: Wednesday 26 September, 9:30am – 12:00pm. Enjoy an outdoor nature meditation session near the Lane Cove River, perfect to rejuvenate the spirit! Then give back to nature with a Bushcare session, no experience needed.
SENIORS
Dancing at the Diddy: Wednesday 12 September, 7:30pm – 11:00pm. The Longueville Sporting Club aka ‘The Diddy’. If you over 55, enjoy dancing or are nostalgic for the music of the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s, then why not join in this special night out. Pay $10 at the door and enjoy live music and the dance floor. Drinks and meals are available from the club at your own expense. No need to book, just turn up. Moove & Groove: Free Silent disco for Seniors: Every Wednesday, 5- 26 September, 10:30am - 11:30am, Living and Learning Centre. Join us for a series of exciting guided dance routine classes which have been specially designed for people with dementia and their carers. Wearing wireless headphones you can move and groove to the specifically selected music track. The dance class runs for 30 minutes and light refreshments will be available. Bookings: sanil@ lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call 9911 3591. This program is part of Dementia Awareness Month in partnership with CCNB
SYNERGY YOUTH CENTRE SUSTAINABILITY CAMP
Save the Date! Synergy Sustainability Camp October 10, 11 & 12. Sustainability and Indigenous culture camp to the south coast for youth aged between 11 and 16. Cost:$170. Bookings essential. Contact youth@lanecove.nsw.gov.au
LANE COVE GARDEN COMPETITION
Entries are open until 10 September. Categories include: Balcony / Small Garden Community Garden Formal Garden Native Garden Edible / Permaculture Garden Open Category
For more details on these events visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call Lane Cove Council on 9911 3555.
What’s On:
Lane Cove
SEPTEMBER
LANE COVE FESTIVAL - Council Highlights
Film Screening - Gurrumul (PG): Wednesday 5 September, from 6:30pm, Lane Cove Library. Indigenous artist Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu was one of the most important and acclaimed voices to ever come out of Australia. Bookings and enquiries: library@lanecove.nsw.gov.au or 9911 3634
Singing Up Our Spirits: First Nation (Wiradjuri/Wailwaan)
Meditation: Monday 10 September, 2:00pm – 4:00pm or 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Lane Cove Civic Centre. You are invited to participate in an Aboriginal meditation ceremony guided by Aboriginal cultural practitioners. $10 per ticket – visit singingupourspirits.eventbrite.com to book. Judy Bailey ‘At Your Request’ Concert: Wednesday 12 September, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Lane Cove Civic Centre. A time honoured tradition, Lane Cove’s most revered jazz musician, Judy Bailey, will host this impressive musical event featuring a delightful repertoire of tunes and light refreshments. $10 per ticket – visit judybaileybyrequest. eventbrite.com to book.
Screen on the Green: Cult Classic Double Feature: Friday 28 September, Lane Cove Plaza. Celebrate the last day of school term with a nostalgia-filled evening of films:
The Never Ending Story (G): 5:30pm - 7:15pm Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG): 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Judy Bailey’s Jazz Connection Big Band Concert:
Saturday 29 September, 11:00am – 1:00pm, Lane Cove Plaza. Be dazzled by the energy of Big Band music. Lane Cove’s Big Family Fun Ride: Sunday 23 September, 11:00am. Meet at 71 Longueville Road, cnr Epping Road. All routes will be on shared user paths, off-road where possible and away from busy streets. Free registrations: bigfamilyfunride. eventbrite.com.au
Council would like to thank following 2018 Lane Cove Festival Sponsors: Platinum Sponsors: Hyecorp Property Group and United Resource Management; Gold Sponsor: BlueFit; and Community Partner Sponsor: Apple Dental
For more details on these events visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call Lane Cove Council on 9911 3555.
LANE COVE PLAZA
First Fridays – Creative Workshops: Friday 7 September, 3:30pm – 5:00pm.
FREE HSC WORKSHOPS at LANE COVE LIBRARY
Wednesdays in September, 6:00pm – 7:00pm How to Take Notes the Right Way: 5 September. Answering the Question: 12 September Organisation in Exam Preparation: 19 September Managing Stress & Anxiety During Exams: 26 September Bookings: library@lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call 9911 3634.
LIBRARY
Bookings: library@lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call 9911 3634. History Talk – Lighthouses of Australia: Thursday 6 September, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, Lane Cove Library. Local historian Graeme Payne will provide an entertaining talk about Australian Lighthouses and their history. What are ‘Widow Walks’ and what role did they play? Author Talk – Travels with my Art by Michael Rubbo: Thursday 20 September, 6:15pm – 7.30pm, Lane Cove Library. Michael Rubbo is an Australian filmmaker, screenwriter, and publisher who has written and directed over 50 films. The book, Travels with my Art shares tales of love and activism from behind the brush.
Drop in during Adult Learners Week: Friday 21 September, 10:30am – 12:00pm. Get hands-on experience across a range of technologies: program a robot; see what can be done with 3D printing; experience Virtual Reality; explore puzzles and games on our Launchpads. Includes morning tea.
Thursday Tunes – The Story of Modern Music – The First
Forty Years: Thursday 27 September, 10:30am – 12:00pm. Musician Graham Ball will discuss the triumphs of popular music from the birth of the 7-inch single until its demise. Free Child Car Seat Safety Check Saturday 29 September, 9:00am – 1:00pm. You can have your child car seats, harnesses and booster seats checked for safety and fit. To book, contact Council’s Road Safety Officer on 9911 3576.
Councillor Pam Palmer, Mayor
P: 0431 959 980 E: mayor@lanecove.nsw.gov.au
Gunnedah, in the Liverpool Plains of NSW, is Lane Cove’s Sister City. It was during a severe drought in 2002 that the relationship was forged between the two Councils. Lane Cove hosted a “Drought Breaker” concert at which Gunnedah youth provided the talent. Since then, the two regions have been developing their ties, through reciprocal visits and exchanges. Now, once again, Gunnedah is in the grip of a severe drought, one that encompasses all of NSW. Gunnedah is particularly vulnerable at this time because it has both livestock and cropping. While livestock are without pasture at the moment, if rains do not arrive then crops cannot be planted. I met recently with the Mayor of Gunnedah to see how Lane Cove could help our Sister City during the current drought. Council has now pledged to support the people of Gunnedah starting with a grant of $5,000 towards drought relief in the region. People and organisations in Lane Cove are also showing their generosity with a number of events organised for September. Council will be supporting such Lane Cove-based campaigns in practical ways in their efforts to raise funds. You can contribute by attending a local fundraising event or go to Council’s website for a list of some Gunnedah-based charities which are providing on the ground support to farmers and their families.
LOCAL NEWS AND INFORMATION
Rosenthal Project Update
It’s hard to believe but the basement level slab of the car park is already underway and the first section of the next level is not far away. Some walls have already been formed at the southern end of the site along with the first suspended slab. With the foundation construction well underway, Council is now seeking community feedback on the permanent name for the completed project. To view the names and provide your feedback, visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov. au/ haveyoursay
Mindarie Park
Work has commenced on the inclusive playspace at Mindarie Park in Lane Cove North. During construction locals are encouraged to explore nearby play areas including Tantallon Oval playground. For the latest details, visit www. lanecove. nsw.gov.au/mindariepark
Financial support for local services
Last month Council presented 27 community groups with a share of $475,000 in funding to help them provide services to Lane Cove residents during the 2018/19 financial year.
OUT & ABOUT IN LANE COVE
New court ready for Spring
The new basketball/netball court at Kingsford Smith Oval, Longueville is progressing well with the rubber surface laid last month.
The line markings for basketball and netball are imminent so that the court is ready in time for use this Spring.
Big Family Fun Ride
This annual event provides an opportunity for you to become more familiar with the shared user paths and routes between Longueville Road and Blackman Park. If you want to take part on 23 September, visit facebook.com/ bigfamilyfunride for details
Bushcare’s Big Day Out
There are four local events as part of the National Bushcare’s Big Day Out event. Take part in bushwalks, visit the Community Nursery or join in a nature meditation session. Visit www. lanecove.nsw.gov.au/ bushcareevents
New Fenced Off-Leash Dog Park
Council recently asked the community for their input into equipment and features of a new 3,000m2 fenced Dog Park area at Blackman Park.
Located at the western end the park, some of the features will include agility play obstacles, shade, seating and water stations.
SEPTEMBER 2018
Did you know?
Waste from red-lidded bins in Lane Cove is sent to a purposebuilt Biological Treatment Facility at Woodlawn, south of Sydney.
The process relies on organic matter, such as food waste, to produce compost for environmental rehabilitation. To find out more, visit the homepage of Council’s website.
Congratulations to the Different Degrees Theatre Ensemble who performed at the Lane Cove Festival Launch last month
Latest Works
• A new footpath has been installed on Phoenix Street from Dorritt Street to Joseph
Street
• A new footpath segment now connects the public footpath to Possum’s Corner
Child Care on Mowbray
Road, Lane Cove West
• The wooden handrail between Greenwich Sailing
Club and the Baths has been restored highlighting the poetry engraved along the length of the path.
Trent Zimmerman, MP
P: 9929 9822 E: trent.zimmerman.mp@aph.gov.au
Anthony Roberts, MP
P: 9817 4757 E: lanecove@parliament.nsw.gov.au
Locals helping our farmers
We may be a country of floods and droughts, but when Australians are doing it tough, we all look for ways that we can help. Federally, the government is putting in place a range of measures under our Drought Assistance Package. The state government is matching those efforts with its own considerable support. We can be proud that so many in our community have jumped to the cause. Many local schools have run ‘A fiver for a farmer’ fundraising drives and Rotary Clubs across NSW are supporting major fundraising efforts. St Michael’s Primary School in Lane Cove is another great example of those community efforts. A Droughts Angels fundraiser and afternoon tea will be held at St Michael’s School Hall on Saturday 8th September at 2pm. There will be raffles, live auctions, special guest speakers and more. Tickets can be purchased via www.trybooking.com/XCVA. Congratulations and thank you to Roslyn Carberry and Sarah Martin for organising this event.
Federal grant for figtree playgroup
It was wonderful to join the Figtree Playgroup, which is the proud recipient of $2500 under the Stronger Communities Programme, which it will use to purchase new shelving and equipment. As many in the community will know, this is a volunteer run organisation that provides a community based playgroup including craft, unstructured playtime, story and music time. The playgroup counts families from Hunters Hill, Ryde, Gladesville, Drummoyne, Lane Cove and beyond as its members.
Hunters Hill SES annual presentation
The Hunters Hill State Emergency Service Annual Presentation is always a great way to recognise the commitment and endeavours of those who volunteer to help protect our community from disasters and come to our aid in times of need. There were plenty of awards for heroes in orange jackets who help us cover our roofs after storms, take down fallen trees and fight our fires. It was also pleasing to see awards given to those who go above and beyond in areas that keep the Hunter Hill SES unit running. Congratulations to Mark Allerton for being awarded the Donald Oil trophy; Marty Gullard and Gary Akehurst for being awarded the Local Controller’s Award; and those who received certificates of appreciation.
Our thriving local arts community
If you were ever in doubt about the cultural richness of our area and the talents of local residents, two recent events would dispel any hesitation. What an incredible display Lane Cove Council and the Lane Cove Art Society arranged as part of the Lane Cove Art Award. The exhibition of entrants was as diverse as it was impressive. I would not have wanted to be a judge! And similarly, the Lane Cove Theatre goes from strength-tostrength with its moving production of Next to Normal. You can find the remainder of their 2018 season at www.lanecovetheatrecompany.com Lane Cove is a friendly, tight-knit community which I am so proud to represent in the NSW Parliament. That’s why I get so much pleasure in being able to provide government support for our wonderful community groups and organisations.
Funding for The Diddy
Recently, I was proud to announce a $180,000 grant for The Diddy - also known as the Longueville Sporting Club - an institution in our community that has been around since 1938. The funding will be used for the refurbishment and restoration of the club house. The 5000 members of The Diddy greatly deserve this, as well as the funding I have been able to secure for them in the past.
Upgrade to Kingsford Smith oval pavilion
It also heartens me to be able to announce a $100,000 grant from the NSW Government to be used to upgrade the Pavilion building at Kingsford Smith Oval in Longueville. The funding is part of the NSW Government’s Heritage Near Me Local Strategic Project, which will see conservation of the heritage listed pavilion and an upgrade to meet present day standards. This will improve accessibility of the facility to a broader cross section of the community and help conserve and share our local heritage, which is an important foundation of local communities.
Schools Tree Day
I recently joined renowned horticulturist Graham Ross at St Michael’s Primary School in Lane Cove to celebrate Schools Tree Day with the students. The aim of the visit was to inspire, educate and recruit citizens - including our younger ones - to actively care for our unique land and create future generations of committed environmental custodians. This program which I instituted as Planning Minister will see five million trees planted in and around Sydney by 2030. To meet the canopy target, we will plant over 380,000 trees every year for the next 12 years, which is equivalent to taking 355,000 cars off our roads each year. The students also heard how planting more trees contributes to lowering urban heat in Sydney and improves the environment for pedestrians at street level. Shade from trees will reduce surrounding temperatures by up to 8 degrees, lowering the need for costly cooling of our houses and schools. It is also important for birds and native animals. We planted several trees in the schoolyard, which play some small part in helping to make Sydney greener and healthier. The students loved it, the teachers loved it and Graham Ross and I got great pleasure from the entire exercise. And I know the kids went home and told their mums and dads and friends about how important it was to plant trees. Thanks once again to everyone for your continued friendship and support and please don’t hesitate to contact my office if there is anything with which I can assist.
Councillor Mark A. Bennett
MAYOR OF HUNTERS HILL
P: 9879 9415 E: markbennett@huntershill.nsw.gov.au
Moocooboola Festival
Held in bright sunshine on Sunday 5th August, this year marked the Festival’s 39th anniversary. Part of the fabric of the Hunters Hill community, hundreds of people came to enjoy the latest in fun, hospitality and service and it had a fantastic atmosphere and an abundance of things to do and see. Council was delighted to accept a cheque for $1 million from the Hon. Anthony Roberts MP for the upgrade of Boronia Park and ovals. The project is being developed by Council to address the need for accessible and inclusive amenities that meet the needs of all groups in the community. The announcement by Mr Roberts will allow Council to get the facilities that are needed for the park and provide a legacy for the future of the community.
Hunter’s Hill Day
July 31st 2017 marked the day that the Court of Appeal handed down its judgement advising that the forced merger proposal regarding Hunters Hill, Lane Cove and the City of Ryde Councils was invalid. This milestone date will never be forgotten in the history of the Municipality, as it brought to an end a long and arduous campaign to maintain the independence of our Council. It was a battle about democracy; it was a battle about independence; and it was a battle we had to win! Hunters Hill community ultimately maintained the right to determine its own future as all Councillors live in the area that their decisions impact. There is a clear onus on Councillors to act in the best interests of the community and to remain vigilant of future challenges to our independence. The collaborative efforts of the Council and the community played a significant role in eventually encouraging the government to withdraw its merger proposals, notwithstanding that the Council’s legal appeal was also successful.
Viva le pact d’amitié
On the evening of August 9th, I had the pleasant duty to farewell eight French students from the town of Le Vesinet. The five girls and three boys spent six weeks in Australia under the care and guidance of host families and enjoyed many memorable occasions and tours of our beautiful country. It was a pleasure to hear from each as they provided an emotional talk on their experience and presented a humourous video of their combined visit. The Committee is run by volunteers who do an exceptional job to provide the students with an experience of a lifetime. Students from Le Vesinet come to Australia in July, with Australian students exchanging in December each year. If anyone is interested in this program, please contact Hunter’s Hill Council.
Lane Cove Council Term 3 program, July - SeptemberTERM 4 PROGRAM - OCTOBER
Kookaburra Kapers FUR, FEATHERS & SCALES What am I?
School Holiday Activity 2 to 10 yearsSchool Holiday Activity 2 to 10 years School Holiday Activity 2 to 10 years Come along to listen to rhymes about Aussie animals to discover who they are and what they do. We’ll go on a bushwalk, explore and make a ‘What am I?’ animal. Join us to discover how these birds live in family groups, go on a bushwalk and get creative with craft. We’ll have a laugh! What has fur? What has feathers? And what has scales? What about a koala, kookaburra and blue-tongue lizard. Friday 13 July, 9.45 – 11.00am. Meet at Tambourine Bay Reserve, end of Tambourine Bay Rd, Riverview Tuesday 10 July, 9.45 - 11am. Meet at Blackman Park, end of Lloyd Rees Dr (far end of playground), Lane Cove West Come along on a bushwalk to explore for fur, feathers and scales. Finish the morning getting creative with craft.
Tuesday 2 October 9:45am – 11am.
Meet at Tambourine Bay Reserve, Tambourine Bay
Echidna AnticsRoad, Riverview
Bush Treasures 2 to 5 years
School Holiday Activity 2 to 10 years CHIRP!
Come along for a fun activity to learn about these unusual animals, try bark rubbing and go for a School Holiday Activity 2 to 10 yearsbushwalk. We’ll even discover what echidnas really like to eat!Springtime and the birds are busy raising their young. Thursday 19 July, 9.45 – 11.00am. Meet at Penrose Street playground, end of Penrose St, Lane Join us to go bird watching on a bushwalk, learn about Cove Westsome of the locals and make our own bird to take home.
You’ll be chirping about it!
Thursday 4 October 9:45am – 11am.
Lane Cove West. 2 to 5 years
Lots of animals and insects live in the bush and they sometimes leave us bush treasures to find – perhaps a feather, nest or even a scat (poo!). We’ll have a Funded by Lane Cove Council’s chance to explore for some treasures and even collect some of our own. Term Four Program 201
October – November
Wednesday 1 August, 9.45 – 11.00am. Meet at Gore Creek Reserve, St Vincents Rd, Greenwich (far end of oval) Fur, Feathers & Scales School Holiday Activity 2 to 10 years School Holiday Activity What has fur? What has feathers? And what has Springtime and the birds are busy raising scales? What about a koala, kookaburra and their young. Join us to go bird blue-tongue lizard. Come along on a bushwalk on a bushwalk, lea to explore for fur, feathers and scales. Finish locals and make our own bird to take the morning getting creative with craft. home. You’ll be chirping about it! Tuesday 2 October 9:45am – 11am Meet at Thursday 4 October 9:45am Tambourine Bay Reserve, Tambourine Bay Road, Blackman Park, end of Lloyd Rees Drive, Riverview past the playground, Lane Cove West
ROO’S CLUES Join Valerie to spend where the only things some screen–free time, you’ll be downloading are the sights, smells and sounds of the bush.School Holiday Activity 2 to 10 yearsTuesday 7 August, 9.45 – 11.00am. Meet at Blackman Park, end of Lloyd Rees Dr (far end of playground), Lane Cove West Meet Roo to look for – you guessed it – clues! We’ll read rhymes to figure out the clues and use our handy-dandy notebooks to draw them. While we explore the bush, we’ll work together to find the clues to tell us what Roo really wants to do!
Wednesday 10 October 9:45am – 11am
Meet at Stringybark Reserve, Murray Sreet, Lane Cove North.
BUSH BABIES 2 to 5 years
Pouches, eggs, live birth – there are lots of ways babies develop in the bush. We’ll learn about some of these Australian animals, go on a bushwalk and get creative with craft to make our own bush baby! Bush BabiesThursday 25 October 9:45am – 11am 2 to 5 yearsMeet at Gore Creek Reserve, St Vincents Rd, Greenwich. Pouches, eggs, live birth – there are lots of ways babies develop in the bush. We’ll learn about some of these Australian animals, go on a bushwalk and get creative with craft to make Wear appropriate bushwalking footwear and sun our own bush baby!protection, hat and sunscreen. On bushwalks, stay on the tracks and with the group. Thursday 25 October 9:45am – 11:00am at Gore Creek Reserve, St Vincents Road, Greenwich, Bookings essential www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/bushkids (meet far end of oval) Children must be accompanied by an adult. Most activities are NOT completely stroller friendly.
Cost: $5 per child per activity. No charge for adults.
