Tuesday, 12th May
NB
On Thursday 7 May, Northern Beaches Council announced the submission of a development application for the new community facility at Narrabeen Lake. This marks an important step forward in delivering improved amenities and services for club users and the local...
Monday, 11th May
PW
Pittwater MP Jacqui Scruby has demanded sustainable, ongoing funding for local domestic and family violence services, warning that life-saving shelters are being forced to turn women away due to capacity constraints. In NSW Parliament, Ms Scruby highlighted the reality of the...
Wednesday, 6th May
NB
Northern Beaches Council teams have conducted their highest ever number of surprise visits to building sites, in the latest crackdown on pollution caused by construction activities. The ‘Get the Site Right’ campaign is a joint initiative involving councils across the state,...
PW
Northern Beaches Council has advised residents to take extra precautions against mosquitoes after Ross River Virus was detected in mosquitoes trapped at Narrabeen Lagoon. Ross River Virus is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. While many people experience mild...
NBS
The Northern Beaches Hospital (NBH) has transferred to the public health system, ending eight-years of the public private partnership under Healthscope. An operational command centre has been set up at the hospital to support the transition and the first days of...
NS, NB
Boaters across New South Wales are being urged to prioritise safety on the water this ANZAC long weekend, as the boating season draws to a close. Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Todd Andrews said while the season officially ends on ANZAC Day,...
NS
Loreto Kirribilli and Taronga partnership to see students immersed in Zoo life Loreto Kirribilli is taking the classroom into the real world in a new educational partnership with Taronga Zoo. Years in the making, the first of its kind with an independent...
NB
Move comes as NBWS turns away 573 seeking help The Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter (NBWS) will retain its current annual funding of $72,000 for a further financial year until 30 June 2027. Northern Beaches Council voted unanimously in favour of deputy mayor...
NS
As more weight loss drug pills move onto the PBS this year, Niki Waldegrave finds a new trial at Royal North Shore Hospital offers more options for those with chronic conditions – but including exercise is key. Obesity is killing Australians,...
NBS
Extra drones in place until April as use of SharkSmart app surges On 25 January, the NSW Government announced a $4.2 million expansion to improve shark safety. The announcement came one week after a 12-year-old boy was bitten by a shark in...
NB
Korzy’s call to action on Ingleside wildlife corridor Pittwater Greens Councillor Miranda Korzy has called on the NSW Government to protect land next to wildlife crossings on Mona Vale Road from development, to ensure native animals travelling between bushland on either...
NS
With summer a peak season for enjoying the open water, recreational boaters are being reminded to check safety equipment, including marine flares. If flares have expired, they need to be safely disposed of. Transport for NSW Maritime is running a mobile...