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Farewell to Deborah Hutchens
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It was with great sadness that we all learnt of the death of Deborah Hutchens on 2nd November.
Deborah was a much loved member of the Lane Cove Community. She was well known in the village for her smile, vivacity and great sense of humour. Deborah had been a councillor in Central Ward Lane Cove since 2012 and was a very popular Mayor from 2015 to 2017. During her time on Council Deborah was involved with a range of new initiatives including International Women’s Day and Lane Cove Night Out events, supporting the Hold My Hand initiative and establishing the Lane Cove Festival by the River which is enjoyed by thousands of locals each November.
During her time as Major she was a strong advocate for the the Canopy and initiated this project which provides open space, playgrounds, a 500 space carpark and a retail and entertainment precinct that will be a lasting legacy of her commitment to the local area
Deb was very community minded, serving as a Director on the Pottery Gardens Board and on Sydney Community Services Board (formerly Lane Cove and North Side Community Services). On both Boards she brought her special blend of insight, emotional intelligence and common sense.
Deb had worked for some time supporting children with a disability and it was a great delight to see the affection with which some of the members of Different Degrees Drama Group (who had been supported by her at school) greeted her with when she attended their performances.
Deb leaves behind Robin and her two daughters Catherine and Lucy. Everyone here at The Village Observer and Sydney Community Services extends to them huge sympathy for their loss. We will all miss our beautiful Deborah.
Dr Sue Ingham wins Lane Cove History Prize
Dr Sue Ingham wins Lane Cove History Prize
Dr Sue Ingham has been awarded the Lane Cove History Prize for her essay ‘Hold Your Course: The Participation of Women in the Lane Cove Sailing Clubs.’ This essay arose from Susan’s considerable personal interest in the emergence of sailing as a sport and in the participation of women in the sport. It was described as an “engaging and lively account of the history of sailing in Lane Cove over the last century, demonstrating the ways women have become increasingly involved in the sport, while proving their excellence as sailors.” Sue was awarded an event at Carisbrook House, attended by Trent Zimmerman, Federal Member for North Sydney and the Mayor of Lane Cove, Councillor Pam Palmer. The essay will be published in a journal and housed at Lane Cove Library for the community to access.
Long time coming for HH Gallery
A community gallery has opened its doors at the Hunters Hill Museum. The gallery has been a long time in the making as when the doors originally opened to the museum in 1967 by then Governor of New South Wales, Sir Roden Cutler, a plaque was unveiled marking the building as a Historical Museum and Art Gallery. However, the collection owned by caretakers, The Hunters Hill Historical Society (HHHS) was so small, the gallery failed to see materialise. In recent months, HHHS and HH Council have merged their works into a substantial collection of more than 70 paintings. The collection is now rotated on several walls in the museum, which is open 10am-12pm from Monday to Friday.
Lane Cove Historical Society President Changes
After five years at the helm of Lane Cove Historical Society, Kay Leiper is stepping down as its President. Bill McLaughlin will resume duties of President having already served in the role for five years before Kay’s tenure.
Lane Cove Historical Society is responsible for the management of Carisbrook House, the 1880s historical home and gardens in Lane Cove. Kay has been the driving force behind several developments at Carisbrook including the recreation of real interiors and items that would have been enjoyed and used by residents from the time the house was built. She also oversaw the creation of self-guided audio and video tours that are available on Carisbrook’s iPads, not to mention of course, using her expertise to apply for and secure grants where required.
Kay says, “I’ve really enjoyed my term as President of the LCHS. It’s great fun to work in an historic house and I shall continue to be one of Carisbrook’s volunteers. I look forward to working with Bill on promoting the love of history to the residents of Lane Cove”.
Bill has close ties with Carisbrook; his fatherin-law Jim Dargan was on the committee for several years. Bill was also on the board of the Historic Houses Foundation and was involved in the creation of The Museum of Sydney. “I’m happy to continue the work of LCHS. It’s good to have continuity across both the Society and Carisbrook,” he says.
The announcement was made at an event at Carisbrook House, celebrating 50 years since Lane Cove Council purchased it for the community to enjoy.
New incoming President Bill McLaughlin with Lane Cove Mayor Pam Palmer
Wishbone Sydney, the boutique in Hunters Hill Garibaldi Village, is hosting an outdoor evening event with Sam Bloom for the publication of her book, Heartache & Birdsong.
Heartache & Birdsong is the sequel to international bestseller Penguin Bloom, the miraculous tale of a baby magpie that helped save Sam and her family after an accident led to Sam suffering devastating and permanent injuries.
In her latest book, Sam tells her own story for the first time - written by close friend, New York Times bestselling author, Bradley Trevor Greive, and featuring extraordinary photographs taken by Sam’s husband, Cameron Bloom.
The event is the second in a series of inspirational talks hosted by Wishbone Sydney.
Tickets for the event, taking place on Wednesday December 9th, are on sale now through Eventbrite. Be sure to arrive at 6:30pm for a 6:45pm start. COVID-safe restrictions apply, so take along a facemask.
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LANE COVE AUTHORS STORIES
Win a copy of ‘Where the Dragons Live’ Written and illustrated by Lane Cove local Serena Geddes
Lane Cove author and international children’s book illustrator Serena Geddes has just released her newest picture book ‘Where the Dragons Live’. The sequel to the delightful Rosie and Rasmus series follows Rasmus to the island of dragons where he meets a new friend, but his new friend has no name…Serena is looking for someone to help name her newest dragon and this is where you can help – email your suggestion for a name, why you chose it, along with your name and the best way to contact you to: wtdlcompetition@gmail.com - entries close by December 18th. The winner gets a signed copy of the book and an original hand drawn illustration, so get your thinking caps on for a boy or girl named dragon and tell Serena why you chose it. Good luck!
Lane Cove dad publishes book for girls who love STEM
Local author, Lane Cove dad and ex-Silicon Valley Exec Mick Liubinskas has written and published, ‘She’s Building A Robot’ - a fun, exciting, and inspiring book for girls who love STEM (science, tech, engineering and maths).
The book is complemented online by interviews with 25 inspirational women who work in STEM fields. You can find out more and watch those videos by logging on to shesbuildingarobot.com. Mick is also co-author of a book called ‘Startup Focus’.
SELLING YOUR HOME IN 2021?
Throughout Covid-19, due to low levels of properties for sale, the property market experienced high buyer activity with strong auction clearance rates. In recent months, attendance at open for inspections was higher than anticipated and property house prices, in the local area, have remained strong. A shortage of stock has resulted in an abundance of buyers actively looking to purchase their dream home. For those who have held off selling until 2021, there is likely to be pent-up demand next year, so it’s important to be ready and start preparing your home for sale and make it stand out from the competition. • Start with de-cluttering and doing any repairs that may be needed • Get renovations done especially if these will add to the sale price of your property • Repaint and/or update the flooring • Create a welcoming entrance by tidying up the garden
For further advice in preparing your property for sale in 2021 call me today on 0402 913 537
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A CHRISTMAS PRESENT WHERE? The Canopy WHEN? Friday 27 November Christmas greetings from the Canopy
