Monday, 1st September
NB
The NSW Government has deployed a NSW Health team to work alongside staff at Northern Beaches Hospital to prepare for the hospital’s eventual transition from a public private partnership. From Monday 1 September, the transition assessment and planning (TAP) team comprised...
Monday, 1st September
NS, NBS, PW
The Safer E-Bikes Bill 2025 (Road Vehicle Standards Amendment) will be introduced to Parliament today by Federal Mackellar MP Dr Sophie Scamps, calling for well-overdue reform to ensure e-bikes are safe, fit-for-purpose, and regulated under federal law. This bill responds to...
NBS, PW
Pet owners are being warned to remain vigilant about tick paralysis in dogs and cats, even during winter, as new emergency case data and pet health trends confirm this risk persists year-round. Tick paralysis is a life-threatening condition caused by a...
NS
Willoughby City Council is proposing to reclassify the land it owns at Northbridge Plaza car park from Community to Operational Land and is seeking feedback from the community. This applies to the council-owned car park behind Northbridge Plaza on Eastern...
NS
Street cleaning, park maintenance, library programs and community events may need to be scaled back in North Sydney without increased revenue. Infrastructure such as roads, parks, community centres, seawalls and stormwater systems could also deteriorate. In early 2025, Council applied to...
NBS
The iconic 10 kilometre Manly to Spit Scenic Walkway has officially reopened after crucial repairs that will ensure locals and visitors alike can take in the breathtaking views for many more years to come. The extensive and complex repairs included the...
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Northern Beaches residents are invited to a Community Forum on E-Bike Safety hosted by Pittwater State MP Jacqui Scruby and Mackellar Federal MP Sophie Scamps on Thursday 21 August at 6.45pm at Mona Vale Surf Life Saving Club. E-bikes are an...
NBS
Panel deems restaurant ‘not in public interest’ There will be no Maccas in Balgowlah, after the Northern Beaches Local Planning Panel refused a $4 million proposal for a new restaurant and drive-through. Initially the proposal was for a 24- hour McDonalds on...
NBS
Government proposes net-free trial Manly’s shark net could disappear following the State Government’s decision to trial the removal of shark nets in three NSW council areas. Northern Beaches Council has been asked to nominate a beach for the net-free beach trial before...
NB
Local beaches are expected to be far too dangerous for coastal activities over the coming days, with lifesavers issuing a warning to rock fishers, swimmers and boaters to stay away from the coastline. The Northern Beaches, along with the entire NSW...
NS
The final concept designs for Berrys Bay have been revealed and are now open for community consultation on Transport for NSW website. North Shore MP Felicity Wilson encouraged the community to review and comment on the final designs for a reimagined...
NB
Transport for NSW is reducing the speed limit from 60km/h to 50km/h on Barrenjoey Road from Beaconsfield Street, Newport to Crane Lodge, Palm Beach on 7 August following a Road Safety review that reported 46 crashes between Jue 2019 to...