May Gibbs is one of Australia’s most renowned illustrators, artists and children’s authors. Her iconic stories have captured the imaginations of Australians for over a century. May, who lived from 1877 to 1969, drew inspiration for her bush fantasy world...

Two local primary schools in the Willoughby local government area enjoyed a real life lesson in recycling after rubbish they collected at home was turned into plastic rulers, thanks to a Council sustainability education program. Seeking to boost children’s understanding of...

Mounties Group, which operates Harbord Diggers in Freshwater and Manly Bowling Club, is a finalist in all nine categories of the 2024 NSW Clubs & Community Awards showcasing the outstanding commitment the club group has to giving back and supporting...

With road fatalities rising for the young, education is crucial Young people are increasingly dying on our roads. In 2023, the number of road accident fatalities for youth aged 17 to 25 reached 71 in NSW. This is a trend that...

Red Cross |Avalon Beach Do you have four hours per week to spare? Weekend volunteers are needed at the Avalon Beach Red Cross retail shop. Volunteers are welcome to give our team a trial run by working a few shifts before making...

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...