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Entries now open for the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize

26/05/2025

Artists are invited to submit entries for the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize – Australia’s most prestigious award dedicated to small-scale sculpture. Now in its 24th year, the Prize celebrates artistic excellence in works measuring up to 80cm in any dimension. Presented by Woollahra Council and hosted at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, the Prize offers a platform for established and emerging, local and international artists to present original sculptures on a small scale. All works are blind judged, with the selected finalists exhibited in a free public exhibition from 26 September to 16 November 2025. Winners will be announced at…

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Community

Creativity Returns to Chippendale: Pine Street Creative Arts Centre Reopens This June

26/05/2025

Nestled in the heart of Chippendale, Pine Street Creative Arts Centre stands as a vibrant hub for artistic expression and community engagement. Operated by the City of Sydney, this dedicated arts facility offers a diverse range of workshops and programs designed to inspire creativity across all ages and skill levels. A Space for Creativity and Learning Pine Street Creative Arts Centre provides year-round workshops led by specialist tutors and practising artists. Courses span various disciplines, including ceramics, printmaking, jewellery making, drawing, and painting. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist, the Centre’s programs are tailored to support your…

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Community, Parenting

Have Your Say: Help Shape Parenting Workshops and Programs in Randwick

21/05/2025

Are you a parent living in the Randwick Council area? Your voice matters — and now’s the perfect time to share it! Randwick Council is inviting all parents and caregivers in the local community to take part in a short survey aimed at improving the Parenting Workshops and Programs offered across the city. We know parenting doesn’t come with a manual — but having the right support and information makes a world of difference. That’s why the Council partners with local community service providers to offer a range of free and low-cost workshops to help families navigate the joys and…

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Community, Teenagers

Odd Jobs Around the Neighbourhood

17/05/2025

This article is part of the Eastern Suburbs Mums Teen Jobs Guide. Small outdoor jobs are always in demand. Many homeowners are happy to pay someone to help with tasks they don’t have time for. Why This is a Great Opportunity Neighbourhood jobs are easy to start and require minimal experience. Teens can quickly build a list of regular customers if they do a good job. How Teens Can Get Started Teens can offer services like: Lawn mowing Garden weeding Leaf raking Driveway cleaning Washing outdoor furniture They can advertise through: Local Facebook groups Word-of-mouth Simple flyers Example A teen…

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Community

Woollahra Council Celebrates National Volunteer Week by Shining a Light on these Amazing Volunteers

16/05/2025

As part of National Volunteer Week (19–25 May 2025), Woollahra Council is proudly celebrating the outstanding contributions of the more than 150 volunteers who support our local community all year round. These volunteers play a vital role across many areas—helping out in our libraries, contributing to exhibitions at the Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, participating in environmental efforts through Bushcare and HarbourCare, and so much more. In 2024, the council also welcomed 68 corporate and community groups who generously gave their time to organise beach and park clean-ups, making a big impact on the health and beauty of our environment. Mayor…

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Community, Sports

Heffron Park’s New Netball Stadium Opens with a Celebration of Community Sport

15/05/2025

Heffron Park’s New Netball Stadium Opens with a Celebration of Community Sport A carnival-like atmosphere marked the opening of the 2025 Randwick Netball season—complete with music, dancing, and thousands of spectators—at the brand-new all-weather outdoor netball stadium at Heffron Park, Maroubra. The grand opening, set to the tune of Katy Perry’s Firework and the energy of thousands of fans, was a celebration not only of a new season, but of decades of community spirit, dedication, and grassroots sporting achievement. The event also officially unveiled Randwick City Council’s newly completed netball stadium—a standout feature of the Heffron Park Masterplan. The facility…

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Community, Sports

Brighter Nights and Better Facilities at Heffron Park

14/05/2025

Sporting clubs at Heffron Park in Maroubra are now enjoying improved training and game-time conditions thanks to the installation of brand-new LED lighting. Randwick City Council recently replaced the aging halogen lights on the fields at the corner of Bunnerong and Jersey Roads with modern LED lights that meet Australian standards for rugby league. The new system delivers 200 lux of brightness—almost triple the output of the previous halogen lights, which only produced around 70 lux. This upgrade not only enhances visibility but also reduces energy consumption. In addition to the lighting upgrade, Council has reconfigured the rugby league and…

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Community, Free

Australian Heritage Festival 2025 NSW

08/05/2025

Celebrate Australia’s rich natural, historic and Indigenous heritage at the 2025 Australian Heritage Festival — the country’s largest community-led heritage event. Now in its 45th year, the Festival invites visitors of all ages to explore a vibrant calendar of experiences that bring the past to life. Kicking off on World Heritage Day, Thursday 18 April, and running through to Sunday 18 May, this year’s theme, ‘Unearthed’, will be explored through more than 150 events across NSW. From walking tours and exhibitions to performances, food tastings, demonstrations and cultural ceremonies, there’s something to discover for every interest and budget. Events will…

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Community, Free

Fix, Mend, and Connect at the Rose Bay Repair Café

06/05/2025

The Repair Café is a free, Council-run community event held several times a year, where locals can bring broken or damaged items for skilled volunteers to assess and repair. It’s all about reducing waste, saving money, and strengthening community ties. What Can You Bring? Volunteers offer repairs for a variety of common household items, including: Clothing and textiles (mending and sewing) Small electrical appliances (e.g., toys and gadgets) Bicycles Furniture and wooden items (basic carpentry) Knives (sharpening) Books (binding) Costume jewellery Toys Upcoming Events Repair Café – Rose Bay🗓 Saturday 31 May ( check for June date )🕙 10:00am –…

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Community, Events, What to do

Bondi Pavilion: Where the Community Comes Together by the Sea

01/05/2025

If you haven’t visited the newly revitalised Bondi Pavilion yet, make this the season you do! Perched right on Bondi Beach, this iconic community hub has been bringing locals together for generations — and after a recent transformation, it’s better than ever. The Pavilion is more than a beautiful beachside landmark. It’s a space alive with family-friendly events, arts exhibitions, live music, markets, and creative workshops. From casual catch-ups with a coffee to one-of-a-kind performances under the stars, there’s always something happening. Mums will love the family-friendly vibe — think school holiday shows, hands-on kids’ art classes, and relaxing weekend…

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