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Residents encouraged to make a submission to bus inquiry

March 24, 2022

Randwick City residents are being encouraged to share their experiences about local bus services as part of a NSW Government Inquiry into the privatisation of bus services. To make a submission, visit the parliament.nsw.gov.au website. In October 2019, the NSW Government announced the planned privatisation of Sydney’s remaining public bus routes including in the eastern suburbs. In December 2021, significant changes were made to bus services in the eastern suburbs with 25 bus routes removed and 23 bus routes modified. The NSW Upper House has established an inquiry into the privatisation of bus services. Randwick Council has resolved on a number of…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Christelle Le Baccon

March 21, 2022

Today we are chatting with local mum Christelle Le Baccon from Kingsford, who runs her own child dentistry practice in Randwick. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east?  Since moving to Australia in 2000 , I have always been living in the Eastern Suburbs. It feels like home with all those cafes, restaurants, park and so close to everything! Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? in 3 words I would say… convenient, beautiful suburbs and trendy. How many children? I have 2 boys 🙂 my older boy Teoh recently turn 18 and just…

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Business & Career, Inspiration

Covid heroes honoured at Coogee

March 20, 2022

Street banners honouring some of the pandemic’s unsung heroes including supermarket and outdoor workers are flying high in Coogee. The banners feature brightly coloured original artworks titled ‘The Fabric of Society’ created by local artist Sandra Cipriotti and are funded as part of Randwick City Council’s Community Creative Investment Program. Also featured on the banners are images depicting other COVID related occupations such as doctors, nurses, paramedics, police, health care workers, cleaners and the humble council worker. Mayor Dylan Parker said the artworks mark the tremendous efforts of all those who have worked throughout the COVID pandemic. “These banners are…

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For Mums, Parenting

Kids’ Club (3-5 years) – Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

March 15, 2022

WED 16 MAR 2022 11.15 am – 11.45 am Frequency Every week on Wednesday, until 30 Mar 2022 Location Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra Address 669-673 Anzac Pde, Maroubra Kids’ Club is a weekly early literacy session aimed at 3-5 year olds. We will have a great time reading stories and doing a creative activity at the library. Cost Free. Bookings essential online (bookings open one week in advance). Subject to terms and conditions listed below. More Contact Information Enquiries: 9093 6400 Note: Please leave your prams at home as space is limited. To ensure the enjoyment of all participants, places…

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Health & Wellbeing, Inspiration, Parks & Playgrounds

Five of the best local dog walks

March 13, 2022

Dogs living in the Woollahra Council area are lucky pooches. Our four-legged fur babies (along with their owners of course) are welcome to explore some of the most stunning beaches, parklands and coastline in Sydney. While there are some paw-fect spots where dogs can enjoy energetic off-leash play, dog carers love taking their pups for on-leash strolls in our beautiful local area. Here are some favourite local dog walks in the Woollahra area and surrounds. Rose Bay Beach and Promenade Rose Bay is a pooch paradise. Rose Bay Foreshore (between Dumaresq Reserveand Percival Park) is pure doggy delight as hounds…

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For Mums, Inspiration

Fleur Du Luxe

March 13, 2022

Beautiful flowers that last over a year. “Originally a lawyer, Bakulia was busy climbing the corporate ladder, working in-house in a private investment fund when she realised that her entrepreneurial and creative sides needed an outlet. Her desire to own her own business as well as her obsession with fresh flowers resulted in what seemed like an endless search for the perfect blooms that can last through Australian heat. “There really is no wrong occasion to give someone flowers,” she says. “Flowers create an amazing atmosphere and inspire positive emotions that we should treat each other with more often.” Taking…

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For Mums

Women at the ‘art’ of the matter this International Women’s Day

March 8, 2022

Randwick Council will celebrate International Women’s Day with several events, including an exhibition, a film screening and talk for Randwick staff, which all celebrate the art and voices of women. “This year’s International Women’s Day theme – Break the Bias – is a great reminder that we need to remove the seen and unseen barriers for women and work towards creating equity in our community and in our workplaces,” said Randwick Deputy Mayor Kym Chapple. “It asks us all to recognise that unconscious biases do exist and to question assumptions so that we don’t maintain the status quo. It’s a…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, Parks & Playgrounds

Go4Fun, Term 1 Kensington Program

March 7, 2022

What does Go4Fun involve Free fun and fitness for children above a healthy weight Designed for NSW children aged between 7 and 13 years who are above a healthy weight, Go4Fun is a fun way to learn more about healthier living. The program focuses on making lifestyle changes as a family, encourages healthy eating habits and fitness and improves self-esteem in kids. Best of all, it’s completely free. Just two hours a week, during school terms Go4Fun takes place during school terms, usually after school. It’s run by qualified health professionals, including dietitians and exercise physiologists. Sessions run once a…

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