Thursday, 21st August
PW
Public education is at the heart of the Pittwater community, and Independent MP Jacqui Scruby said our local public and high schools are going from strength to strength. “I’m proud to turbocharge the incredible work of P & Cs with advocacy...
Wednesday, 20th August
NBS, PW
Do you have a special talent? Here’s your chance to shine as Manly Library hosts an Open Mic Night on 22 August. Performers are encouraged to showcase their original works of song, poetry, storytelling, impressions or comedy. Performers will have up...
Our community
PW
Community Connect Northern Beaches | Warriewood If you like gardening, Community Connect Northern Beaches would love your help with weeding and pruning for their elderly clients who love their gardens but can’t manage to look after it themselves. You don’t need any...
NS
Rachael Bowen is the Westfield Chatswood local hero 2023 her work at Giant Steps, which supports children and adults on the autism spectrum. Rachael Bowen started working at Giant Steps in Gladesville as a graduate speech pathologist 17 years ago. She...
NBS
SVDP | Brookvale Our Vinnies shops are a well-established and much-loved part of the Aussie retail landscape. Volunteering is a great way to interact with like-minded people and build friendships, and your contribution will bring you a feeling of satisfaction knowing you...
PW
Velma’s Pets as Therapy | Mona Vale If you have a well-mannered pet, you could raise the spirits of vulnerable people by visiting a hospital, nursing home or another care facility. If you understand the value of the human/animal bond, have a...
NBS
Orange Sky Australia | Manly/Brookvale We don’t have all the answers to homelessness, but we can provide free clean laundry, a warm shower and genuine conversation to those doing it tough. Help us to ensure the van greets our friends and provides...
NS
The General Post Office, or Sydney GPO, in Martin Place, is one of the city’s most recognisable heritage landmarks. Designed under Colonial Architect James Barnet, the large sandstone building was completed in 1891 following 25 years of construction. It was...
PW
MWP Care | North Narrabeen If you have a few hours a week to spare, MWP Care needs volunteers to assist clients with shopping. This would involve either an ‘escort shopping service’ where you would collect the client from their home and...
NB
Award-winning children’s author Pip Harry tells Peninsula Living about her writing life and love for words. Allambie local Pip Harry says she was ‘destined’ to be a writer from a young age. Pip, 49, was a voracious reader growing up in...
NBS
The Salvation Army | Manly The Salvation Army Australia is looking for volunteer catering team members to work in a commercial kitchen facility and help provide consistent and nourishing meals in a safe, welcoming place. Volunteers assist with preparing and serving food...
NBS
In a show of dedication to rural communities, Royal Far West (RFW) celebrates its staff members, Emma Robinson and Lucy Morrison, who are leading the charge in the upcoming Ride for Country Kids set to kick off in March 2024. Working...