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Clovelly

Community, Parks and Beaches

All Randwick City beaches reopen for swimming in time for the weekend

Coogee, Clovelly, Maroubra, Malabar and Gordons Bay beaches will reopen to the public from Saturday 19 October 2024. The five beaches, located in the Randwick City Council Local Government Area, were closed to the public during the week after thousands of ball-shaped tar debris was found. Transport for NSW Maritime today issued the all-clear for beaches to reopen saying the ball-shaped debris is not highly toxic to humans. Early morning inspections conducted today by Council’s Environmental Health Officers identified small quantities of debris still being washed ashore, much less than first appeared on Tuesday. Randwick City Council has been in…

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Parks & Playgrounds

New pocket park at busy Randwick intersection opens to public

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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Health & Wellbeing, Parks & Playgrounds

Have your say – Clovelly Beach Community Consultation

Be part of the conversation and Have your say. The Randwick council is inviting you to join the Clovelly Beach Community Consultation. Join in on Sunday 18 February 2024 and have a conversation with the Randwick council and local community members to discuss how the Randwick Council can make Clovelly Beach and surrounds more accessible and inclusive for everyone! Also you can enjoy a sausage sizzle & slow drawing activity for kids. When: SUN 18 FEB 2024 10.30 am – 2 pm Location: Clovelly Beach, Clovelly NSW 2031 For more information visit: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au

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Inspiration, Parks & Playgrounds

Clovelly surf lifesaving clubs new colourful Mural

What a amazing addition to Clovelly Beach! The collaboration between Dulux, Surf Life Saving Australia, and artist Matt Adnate has not only brought a burst of colour to the area but also celebrates the rich history and community spirit of Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club. Muralist artist Matt Adnate has brought his award-winning public art to this bustling swimming spot and this expansive public artwork now adorns the north wall of the Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club, facing out onto the water. One of Sydney’s most beloved swim spots, Clovelly is known for its myriad of underwater life and its…

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Inspiration

Clovelly Community Bank Giving Tree for Project Kindness, Bayside Women’s Shelter, Caring KidsCharity & The Deli Women and Children’s Centre.

Christmas is coming and we would like to encourage our community to give back to families doing it tough and those who can’t afford essentials or Christmas presents for their children. We invite our community to support the Community Bank Clovelly Christmas present drive with their local charities – ProjectKindness, Bayside Women’s Shelter, Caring Kids Charity and The Deli Women & Children’s Centre.   PROJECT KINDNESS Many of these individuals are often living with disabilities or mental illness in less favourable or economic circumstances. Presents not wrapped would be of preference, however a card included would be valued hugely. This…

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Events

Clofest 2023, Family-friendly festival at Clovelly Public School

Clovelly Public School P&C Association today announced it will host a festival for the broader community at the school on Saturday 21 October. Running from 12pm to 5pm, Clofest 2023 will be packed with live music and performances, rides and amusements, a food fair, games, creative stalls, and more. John Richardson, President of Clovelly Public School P&C Association, said: “With Covid affecting what we’ve been able to do at the school in recent years, the parents and students of Clovelly Public School were looking to create an event that would allow us to bring together people from all around the area to celebrate…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

pop-up pedal parks are back!

Ride, skate, scoot and jump! All three pop-up pedal parks are back for winter 2023, running from Friday 9 June until the end of August, Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker announced today Wednesday 31 May 2023. “Popular among local kids and families, we’re delighted to be opening yet another season of pedal park fun, activating public space in a way that prioritises people and encourages outdoor play,” said Mayor Parker. “Following strong expressions of community support, we expanded the pedal-park program in 2022 to include South Maroubra car park in addition to Chifley Reserve and Clovelly car parks where it all…

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Events, Health & Wellbeing

Chemical Clean Out

Safely dispose of any unwanted household chemicals found in your kitchen, bathroom, laundry, garage or garden shed by taking them to the Chemical CleanOut event. Dispose of any unwanted, out of date or leftover household chemicals found in your kitchen, bathroom, laundry, garage or garden shed safely by bringing them to the Chemical Clean Out event. This is a FREE service for all residents of NSW where you can drop off: Solvents and household cleaners Floor care products Ammonia based cleaners Fluorescent globes and tubes Car batteries Motor oils, fuels and fluids Paint and paint related products Pesticides and herbicides…

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Parks & Playgrounds

New Playground in Clovelly ready for Summer

Clovelly’s Bundock Park playground to be re-opened Local families are invited to join a small celebration to mark the opening of a newly built children’s playground at Bundock Park, located alongside Clovelly Beach, on Wednesday 1 December, starting at 3.30pm. The event will include free gelato, entertainment and Council giveaways. The new playground, which has equipment appropriate for children of all abilities, was designed following consultation with the community. Located just south of the previous playground, new equipment includes a basket swing for all ages and abilities, a wooden boat with sensory play items, climbing equipment, toddler play station, seating…

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