Award-winning visual artist Kim Carpenter brings literature, dreams and fantasy to life With hundreds of creations to his credit, Milsons Point artist Kim Carpenter has set his imagination loose, channeling his storytelling talent through books, paintings, stage performances, ballet and puppetry. Kim...

The Whitlams’ frontman Tim Freedman grew up running through the bush in Collaroy. He tells Editor in Chief Michelle Giglio about his musical journey and new album with his Black Stump band. “A letter to you on a cassette, ‘cause we...

Faiths unite to house the needy Rob Stokes retired as Pittwater MP in March 2023 and by July had joined Faith Housing Alliance (FHA) as chair. Rob, who has a PhD in Environment and Planning Law, served as Australia’s first-ever minister for...

There are 117 finalists from 1,616 entries for the Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize, Australia’s highest-value art prize for women. The works are on display at Ravenswood School for Girls and the winner will be announced in May. This year, the judges...

Anglicare | Warriewood Anglicare is looking for volunteers with a variety of backgrounds and interests to visit and volunteer in our Residential Aged Care Home at Warriewood. Through having a chat or engaging in one-on-one activities, this is an opportunity to learn...

Jett Rocker-Graham, Killian Donovan, and Adam Fejes have been selected to represent Australia in the U19 Asian Championships held in Thailand from 1 to 5 May. These three athletes are all part of their Junior Development Program from the Northern Beaches...

Parade’s new leading man Aaron Robuck reflects on his theatrical beginnings in Chatswood Starring in the upcoming Sydney run of the musical Parade is actor Aaron Robuck. Not only did he perform in his earlier years with the former Chatswood Musical...

Forestville’s Umbrella School of Music offers inclusive programs for people of all ages, abilities, and disabilities and will present a production of the Disney musical Camp Rock at the Zenith Theatre in Chatswood in March 2025. Founder Ingrid Bass (pictured fourth from the...

When we spoke to Sheila Vijeyarasa and Tyson Salijevic 12 months ago, they were heartbroken after many failed IVF attempts. Now a miracle awaits, finds Michelle Giglio. As I walk into Sheila and Tyson’s apartment in Queenscliff, it looks like the...

Vinnies | Newport As a retail volunteer, you will play a central role in the operations of the shop, making a valuable contribution to the St Vincent de Paul Society. Volunteers will perform tasks including providing customers with an excellent shopping experience,...