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Archive - February 2020
29 Feb 2020
Towards 2040 endorsed by Council
Northern Beaches Council’s urban planning blueprint Towards 2040 will now go to the Greater Sydney Commission for approval, following endorsement at Council’s February meeting on Tuesday evening.29 Feb 2020
Still a Fan of the Golden Tan? Tune in to Social Media and Tone Down Your Risk of Skin Cancer
Social media smarts could make you less susceptible to skin cancer as new research shows that media literacy skills can help change people’s attitudes about what is believed to be the ‘tanned ideal’.28 Feb 2020
Council Approves Long Reef Surf Club Funding Proposal
A proposal to finance the redevelopment of the Long Reef Surf Club has been endorsed by the Northern Beaches Council at its meeting on Tuesday evening.22 Feb 2020
Celebrate Rio Carnival at The Diggers
Taking their inspiration straight from the bustling streets of Rio De Janeiro, Harbord Diggers is set to bring some samba flair to Freshwater with a Carnival celebration on 7 March.21 Feb 2020
Open Court Sessions: Why It's Tennis For Everyone
Tennis Australia has launched Open Court Sessions, a new social tennis experience designed to get more adults on the court.20 Feb 2020
American Song - Joanna Murray-Smith’s Critically-Acclaimed Drama
After a sell-out Australian premiere season in 2017, the critically-acclaimed production of Joanna Murray-Smith’s American Song comes to Glen Street Theatre at Belrose on Sydney’s Northern Beaches from 26 – 28 March.12 Feb 2020
Let the Good Times Be-GIN at Harbord Diggers
Following the success of its rosé and beer festival events, Harbord Diggers will host an inaugural 'It's a Gin Thing' event on Saturday 29 February 2020 from 2pm to 6pm.10 Feb 2020
Rock Relief at Brookvale Oval Cancelled Due to Extreme Weather
We are saddened to announce that due to the extreme weather experienced across the weekend and with the forecast for more rain today and throughout the week, the Rock Relief charity concert scheduled for Saturday, 15 February at Brookvale Oval has been cancelled.10 Feb 2020
Northern Composure Band Competition Returns Bigger Than Ever in 2020
Young musicians are being encouraged to apply to be a part of the biggest band competition on the Northern Beaches with a $10,000 prize pool and, for the first time, the opportunity to play at the popular Drop Festival.9 Feb 2020
One of the World's Largest Scientific Weight Loss Studies Reveals the Key to Three Times More Weight Loss
One of the world’s largest weight loss studies by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, has found that following a scientifically backed ‘digital diet’ for as little as 12 weeks resulted in clinically significant weight loss.8 Feb 2020
Meet Aussie Rock Legends Hoodoo Gurus in the flesh at Rock Relief
They are headlining Rock Relief on Saturday 15 February, and thanks to Northern Beaches Council, one lucky fan (and three mates) have the chance to meet Aussie rock legends the Hoodoo Gurus at Brookvale Oval.8 Feb 2020
Pre-schoolers Urged to Read 1000 Books Before Starting School
Northern Beaches Library Service is helping children get ready for school with the launch of an exciting early literacy program, 1000 Books Before School.8 Feb 2020
Eskimo Joe’s Kav Temperley Joins Rock Relief Line Up to Perform Moving New Bushfire Song
Northern Beaches Council’s Rock Relief charity concert will be the first live audience performance of the bushfire inspired song ‘Wildfire’.7 Feb 2020
Season Starts with Sell Out Success
2020 is off to a great start for our local Glen Street Theatre with more tennis drama than the Australian Open.6 Feb 2020
Make Your Own Bouquet This Valentine’s Day
Considering Australians spent almost $3.2 million on flowers for Valentine's Day last year, A TAFE NSW floristry expert is giving up his top tips to create a hand-made bouquet in under 15 minutes, without breaking the bank.5 Feb 2020
Cole Classic 2020: Winners Announced
The iconic Cole Classic from Shelly Beach to Manly was swum by over 3000 entrants on Sunday morning, with some changes to the route due to ocean conditions.5 Feb 2020
Sun Run 2020 : Winners Announced
Over 4270 competitors took part in the Sun Run on Sydney’s Northern Beaches today from Dee Why Beach in either a 7km or 10km run or aquathon, (run-swim-run) ahead of the Cole Classic tomorrow at Manly Beach.4 Feb 2020
Grants to Reward School Sustainability Efforts
Northern Beaches Council has established a grants program worth a total of $10,000 to support local schools to become more sustainable.3 Feb 2020
Bill Leak returns to MAG&M
Manly Art Gallery & Museum is proud to present an exhibition of life drawings by leading portrait artist, cartoonist and Northern Beaches favourite cultural export to the nation, Bill Leak.2 Feb 2020
The Gospel According to Paul - A One Man Show about Paul Keating
One of Australia’s favourite performers, Jonathan Biggins, is Paul Keating – visionary, reformer and rabble-rouser. With an abundance of intelligence and wit, The Gospel According to Paul is a critically acclaimed comedy about an important time in Australian history and the man that shaped it.1 Feb 2020
Mounties Group Completes $140,000 Fire & Drought Relief Mission in Northern NSW
A relief team of Mounties Group staff has delivered more than $140,000 in funds, services and products to the drought and bushfire-affected town of Bellata, bringing much-needed aid to those struggling in rural and remote areas of the state.1 Feb 2020
Matching Art with Words
It’s on again. Visual artists and writers are being invited to take part in an exciting community arts project celebrating local creativity.News Menu:
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