Local Manly and Northern Beaches news
New Year brings ancient China to modern Sydney
February 16, 2018
Mastering the art of Chinese dance means racking up thousands of air miles for Cynthia Xin, who frequently visits China to train for the Sydney Chinese New Year Festival.
Locals c...
Summer Art Space: Local Art on Display in January
December 28, 2017
Avalon Recreation Centre will be bursting at the seams with amazing works by local artists when Summer Art Space arrives in January.
Now in its 14th year, the exhibition runs Sa...
East Esplanade Upgrade Gets Go Ahead
December 28, 2017
The community has helped Northern Beaches Council plan for a significant upgrade at East Esplanade, Manly, with the draft landscaping plan adopted by Council at last night’...
Welcome to Country comes to life for NYE
December 15, 2017
A stunning animation featuring a grandfather and grandson’s journey along the rivers of the Eora Nation will come to life on the pylons of the Sydney Harbour Bridge this New ...
Northern Beaches Council Cities Power Partnership
November 05, 2017
Northern Beaches Council is partnering with the Climate Council to take action on climate adaption and mitigation initiatives.
Mayor Michael Regan said the Cities Power Partners...
Northern Beaches Council Customer Service Wins Nat
November 05, 2017
Northern Beaches Council has been recognised nationally for the quality of its customer service by winning the category of Customer Service Strategy at the 2017 National Local Go...
New Push for Redevelopment of Brookvale Oval
November 05, 2017
Northern Beaches Mayor Michael Regan has kicked off a new push to rejuvenate the ageing Brookvale Oval.
Mayor Regan said Brookvale Oval is a highly valued community facility wit...
Does the NSW Government need a rethink on WestConn
October 08, 2017
Lord Mayor Clover Moore will join forces with transport experts, health experts and community representatives at a public meeting next week to call on the NSW Government to rethink...
Consumers urged to be aware of their rights as pop
September 28, 2017
The season for pop-up events is rapidly approaching, prompting consumer affairs agencies around the country to remind event organisers and consumers to be aware of their rights and...
Lifeguards Back in Manly for New Beach Season
September 05, 2017
Summer must be on the way - Northern Beaches Council lifeguards resume beach patrols at Freshwater and Dee Why this weekend as the winter fades and lazy days at the beach beckon.
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Contract Awarded to Build Palm Beach Walkway
September 05, 2017
Northern Beaches Council is moving forward with the iconic coastal walkway, awarding the contract to build the section from Palm Beach Wharf to Governor Phillip Park.
Admi...
Collaroy Beach Now More Accessible For All
August 13, 2017
Wheelchair users and other people with a disability will be able to better enjoy Collaroy Beach following recent upgrades to Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club made by Northern Beaches...
Local and State Partner to Bring Performance Space
August 13, 2017
The Northern Beaches Council Administrator and the NSW Minister for Education today announced the first steps towards the establishment of an indoor performing arts facility in Mon...
‘Pasadena’ To Be Turned Into Public Space In W
August 13, 2017
In a major win for the Northern Beaches, the derelict ‘Pasadena’ property at Church Point will be turned into predominantly public open space for all of the community t...
Council Takes Lead In War On Single Use Plastics
June 29, 2017
Northern Beaches Council is launching a multifaceted campaign to wipe out single-use plastics on the Northern Beaches, lobbying for change, dramatically cutting use by Council, pro...
Community Winners in ‘Walk Manly’ Pedestrian A
June 29, 2017
Northern Beaches Council plans to upgrade key footpaths, pedestrian links and facilities in Manly, which will significantly improve access in and around the area for all ages...
Council Adopts Affordable Housing Policy
June 12, 2017
Northern Beaches Council formally adopted a series of policy initiatives at Council’s meeting this week to address the pressing issue of affordable housing on the Northern Be...
Artworks Wanted for Sculpture Walk
June 12, 2017
Stony Range Botanic Garden is seeking 20 outdoor artworks for a sculpture walk to be installed for its annual Spring Festival on Sunday, 10 September.
Northern Beaches Council Act...
Easy Start-Up for Northern Beaches Businesses
April 30, 2017
It will get a whole lot easier to set up a café, restaurant and small bar. Northern Beaches Council has partnered with the State Government and their innovative Easy to do B...