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Whale Watching Picnic with Dr Vanessa Pirotta

June 4, 2024

Whale watching season in Sydney has begun, and thousands of humpback whales are already travelling north on the East Australian Current ‘highway’ straight past Waverley. They are migrating to warmer waters to breed and feed so that they can build up fat and survive their return to the colder Southern Ocean. Join internationally recognised whale expert, Dr Vanessa Pirotta, author of the Humpback Highway, to watch and learn about these amazing creatures as they pass by Waverley’s intertidal marine protected area and the Bronte-Coogee Aquatic Reserve. Dr Vanessa Pirotta, author of the Humpback Highway will be hosting this event and…

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National Tree Day at Marks Park

June 2, 2024

Spend the morning outdoors, planting native shrubs, taking part in nature craft, yoga and meditation at Marks Park, in celebration of National Tree Day Join the local community to restore coastal habitat in Marks Park for National Tree Day. Immerse yourself in nature for the morning with nature craft, yoga and mediation! We will be planting small native shrubs and ground covers consistent with the coastal vegetation that provides habitat to small birds like the Superb fairy wren. Please book into one of two time slots to take part so we can manage numbers. SCHEDULE 10.00am – 11.15am Planting session…

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Waverley Council is asking for community feed back, Have your say.

June 1, 2024

Attention Waverley Community, have your say because your Opinion Matters! Waverley Council is excited to invite you to provide feedback on several upcoming projects: Facelift for Scott St Reserve: Help the Waverley Council to revitalise Scott St Reserve! Share your ideas and preferences to ensure the upgrades align with the needs and desires of our community. Click here to for more information and to have your say www.haveyoursay.waverley.nsw.gov.au Updating Play Equipment in Sir Thomas Mitchell Reserve: The council is committed to ensuring safety and fun for all at Sir Thomas Mitchell Reserve. Join the local community in bringing the play…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Wills Reserve Kingsford playground upgrade

June 1, 2024

Randwick Council is planning to upgrade the playground at Wills Reserve on Duke Street, Kensington. The reserve provides a quiet, leafy escape for local families who enjoy the park’s grassy area for ball sports, walking the dog, and playing in the playground. We’ve received feedback about the playground’s aging equipment and worn-out rubber surface. In response, we’ve developed a concept design that will give the playground a fresh, new look. The design includes: Multi-play equipment with climbing nets and slides New swings Toddler spring rider Carousel New bright, two colour soft fall in the fenced playground area More seating Refreshed…

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Maintenance works start for Coogee beachside parkland

May 22, 2024

Goldstein Reserve, adjacent to Coogee Beach, in Sydney’s eastern suburbs is set for an upgrade, with a range of works to improve pedestrian access, facilities for beach users, and drainage, starting this week. Works will include the installation of new showers at the northern end of the parkland, a new stormwater grate and paving, as well as 800 square metres of new turf to cover bare areas near the kiosk. Deteriorated tree pits surrounding Norfolk Island pines outside Coogee Oval on Arden Street will also be repaired as part of upgrades in the area. The works will be carried out…

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Alison Park Playground Opening, Free ice cream & coffee

May 15, 2024

The Randwick Council is excited to be hosting a special community celebration to reopen the newly renovated Alison Park Playground and the whole community is invited! Alison Park playground has been upgraded to create a new playspace which caters for children of all ages and abilities. This playground’s design follows ideas from local children and their families to include new paving, playground equipment, rubber softfall, bike hoops, picnic tables and a drinking fountain with new shrubs and groundcovers. The new playground is bright and engaging, with fun features like an in-ground trampoline, run wheel and nest swing. Randwick Mayor Philipa…

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Parks & Playgrounds, Playgroups

Newly renovated Matraville Youth and Cultural Hall now open

May 15, 2024

Matraville Youth & Cultural Hall is located on the corner of Knowles & Pozieres Avenue, adjacent to a large open space reserve. The large hall offers space for a range of activities such as dance or yoga classes, forums, meetings, birthday parties and workshops. With modern kitchen facilities and an accessible bathroom, undercover awning area and tables and chairs. The facility was opened in 2024 and represents a high quality venue suitable for all types of events. The venue is wheelchair accessible with ample on-street parking including EV charging stations and bike racks. How to Apply: The first thing you…

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The Great Bat, Count the bats and help the Park!

May 11, 2024

To manage one of the largest urban bat colonies in Sydney, our rangers have to know the size of flying-fox population and monitor population trends. That’s why they need to count them. Get your family together and join our volunteers. You will be in groups headed by an expert volunteer who will show you how the bats are counted. An amazing hands-on experience. What will you do: Hear fascinating facts and stories about one of the largest urban bat colonies Help to count the bats Enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the park What to bring: Enclosed & comfortable shoes Warm…

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New pocket park at busy Randwick intersection opens to public

May 9, 2024

A new park at the intersection of Clovelly and Carrington roads is now open, providing the community in Randwick with a unique outdoor space to rest and gather. The pocket park features timber seats with sculptural structures on which vines will grow and cover to provide shade, new plants, and a multi-purpose deck. Four timed parking spaces on Clovelly Road, adjacent to the park, have also been added to ensure easy access to local businesses. The pocket park replaces a median island and slip lane. Randwick Mayor Philipa Veitch said the new park offered respite for pedestrians on long walks…

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Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Apply to hire new sports field in Alexandria

May 7, 2024

Your group, club or organisation can play on the new sports field. The City of Sydney Council is building a new multipurpose sports field next to Perry Park Recreation Centre in Alexandria. It’s expected to open in mid-2024. The field is a long-pile multipurpose, synthetic pitch that is suitable for rugby, Australian football, soccer and field hockey games and training. The field’s durable synthetic surface means training and play can take place in all weather. Field space is allocated by an expression of interest. You are invited to apply. The council is inviting applications for regular and school holiday hire…

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