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Inspiration, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Cooper Park Community Hall upgrade completed

April 3, 2023

Newly-refurbished Cooper Park Community Hall is open to the public following upgrade works to better cater to community needs. The much-loved facility, located in Cooper Park, Bellevue Hill adjacent to a popular children’s playground will be available for public hire for social events, recreational and community group activities from 1 April 2023. The $796,000 upgrade, delivered with funding assistance from the NSW Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, includes: Accessibility features comprising new access ramp, disabled car parking spot and internal toilets Additional external disabled toilet installed adjacent to the playground New kitchen Creation of new large internal space…

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Randwick Council to build new native wildlife rescue shelter in Randwick

April 2, 2023

A new native wildlife rescue shelter for WIRES East will be built in Randwick under a jointly funded program by Randwick Council and the NSW State Government, Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker announced today, 29 March 2023. The new shelter will replace the existing WIRES facility located near Randwick Community Centre where volunteers temporarily house and care for rescued native wildlife. “WIRES is run by a dedicated group of volunteers committed to protecting and preserving our wildlife,” Mayor Dylan Parker said. “They do amazing work caring for injured native wildlife 365 days a year. This new facility will be purpose built…

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Marine Dream in Botany Bay – Sue Liu at the Bayview

April 1, 2023

The Bayview Gallery at La Perouse Museum is delighted to host artist Sue Liu and her intricate marine images drawn from scuba dives in Kamay Botany Bay. Sue Liu – known as Wildcard-Sue – was invited to show in The Bayview as her stunning marine images bring the fragile and spectacular underwater ecosystem of Kamay Botany Bay into the Museum itself. Inspired by her passion for the sea and scuba diving in Sydney, Wildcard-Sue’s exhibition Marine Dream in Botany Bay is sure to submerge you into an unforgettable dream on the shore of the Bay. This show features 50+ original artworks…

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Unique & Unusual – Pet Names

March 29, 2023

Furrr the Love of Food Pet Insurance Australia has seen an interesting trend toward pet names, with food coming up as a major influence in what we choose to call our feline friends and canine companions. “While researching the pet top names across the country, we noticed a very interesting pattern,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia says. “Food is certainly a driving force behind why many adoring pet owners choose to name their pets.” While television characters, cars, and famous people are also a big source of inspiration, it was certainly the food names that stood out. From the…

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7 Simple Tricks for Decorating Small Spaces and Making Them Look Bigger

March 29, 2023

living in a small space has become increasingly common in modern times, particularly in cities where space comes at a premium. While living in a small space can have its benefits, such as lower rent costs and easier maintenance, it can also pose some challenges. Limited space can feel cramped, cluttered, and uninviting, making it challenging to create a comfortable living environment. However, with some thoughtful decorating tips, it is possible to make even the tiniest of spaces feel larger and more functional. This article aims to provide readers with seven simple yet effective tricks to transform their small spaces…

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Inspiration, Kids, School holidays

Recreational gymnastics, why kids love it!

March 28, 2023

Gymnastics All Stars is a new club providing classes for children aged between 2 and 12 in Ocean Street Bondi. We have both recreational classes ages 5 – 12 and kinder gym classes 2 – 5 years old. As an ex competitive gymnast who trained and taught under the former Olympic coach Andre Rizzo, I was offered a job where I taught gymnastics to every child in various schools and was thrilled to see that every child loved the program. What astounded me however, was the teachers and parents reports of the profound effect on every child’s physical, social and mental…

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Rose Bay laneway gets a glow up

March 24, 2023

The Woollahra Council is giving forgotten laneways and bland car parks in Rose Bay a new lease on life with fresh paint, new murals, plants, lighting and seating. Take a walk through Rose Bay to see the installations, snap some pics and stick around for an alfresco meal or coffee. This project was made possible thanks to funding from the NSW Government’s Streets as Shared Spaces program, where we’re trialling a number of temporary activations in the Rose Bay Centre over summer. We would love to know what you think about these projects, let us know by completing these…

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Neighbour day 2023, create belonging

March 23, 2023

Create Belonging Sunday 26 March 2023 What is Neighbour Day? Neighbour Day is a call-to-action day for Relationships Australia’s Neighbours Every Day social connection campaign. It aims to support and enable sustainable respectful relationships across communities, while also helping to address loneliness. The theme for 2023 is ‘Create Belonging’, inviting everyone in Australia to take everyday actions that create social connection and foster respectful relationships. Celebrations can occur at any time throughout the year; however, the official day is the last Sunday in March. It’s the perfect day to connect with existing and new neighbours to build the community you…

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Free beginner sewing and repair workshops

March 18, 2023

Learn how to sew on a button, hem and repair a hole. Running from March to June across the city. By extending the life of your clothes by 9 months, you can reduce their carbon, water and waste footprints by 20-30%. City of Sydney residents can choose from 1 of 12 free beginner sewing workshops in March, April and June. Over 2 hours, teachers from Sew Make Create will show you how to repair the most common problems with well-loved clothes. All tools and materials are provided, and you’ll receive a small sewing kit to take home for future repairs….

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Inspiration, School holidays, What to do

7 ways to have a fun day out in Pyrmont

March 17, 2023

Harbourside suburb Pyrmont is one of the city’s most unique neighbourhoods. Once the industrial heartland of Sydney, the area has a rich history as well as great new bars, restaurants and scenic waterfront views. At the heart of Pyrmont is the bustling Harris Street, which is set to be transformed on Saturday 25 March for Sydney Streets. If you’ve not visited the neighbourhood in a while, take this as a sign to plan your next Pyrmont adventure. Here are 7 ideas to make the most of your day out in Pyrmont 1. Stroll, walk or cruise your way in If…

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