Eastern Suburbs Life - April 2023 - Edition 52

TOGETHER EVERYONE ACHIEVES MORE"

"The days when we hung out the washing for our neighbours when they had a baby are truly behind us, few are having babies less are hanging out washing and even less know their neighbours, this leaves many isolated and at times hungry, building community is vital for us all and it's our shared responsibility.”

These words are the words written in Our Big Kitchen's article (P18). Our Big Kitchen, is a charity that brings community members together in a big purpose-built kitchen in Flood St, Bondi. There they volunteer their spare time to prepare and cook meals for the homeless, lonely and hungry. Meals that are in turn, delivered by volunteers. It seems these volu nteers are making a big sacrifice and would be keen for their chores to come to an end. But it’s quite the opposite, they are thoroughly enjoying themselves, and return time after time to chat with each other and work together to prepare food for the needy.

Are these people unusual in some way, or is there something about preparing food and helping others that is special?

Just take a look at their bea mi ng faces on (P15) which will give you a clue, because they are doing exactly the same thing and seem to be enjoying themselves just as much. So just what’s going on?

One answer g oes back to over 300,000 years ago, when climate change forced our ancestors to come down from the trees and become hunter gatherers. To survive they learned to help each other and helping each other rewarded them with endorphins and more food to eat. Much more than if they just acted selfishly.

In his book Blueprint, Sociologist Nicholas Christakos says that humans are hard-wired to feel happy when they are being helpful. He says, in fact, that there are no human societies in which you do not find friendship, love, cooperation and teaching.

Collaboration, it seems, is an instinctive part of our make up, but 21st Century living makes it more difficult. Social media has shortened our attention span and high rise living and high mobility has tended to isolate people.

All of this has made community building more difficult. But it still exists in charities where there is common commitment to a cause. So we are delighted be able to bring you news of other local charities and community groups, in addition to the two already mentioned.

They include; St Mar k’s Church (P6), Double Bay Bowling Club (P8), Black & White Committee (P9), Randwick Art Society (P13), Maroubra Combined Probus (P15), Ways Youth and Family (P19) and Holdsworth House (P19).

And of course, we must make mention of NSW Ports Community Grants Program, which helps support multiple causes in and around Botany, including Sydney Childrens’ Hospital Foundation, South Sydney Mount Carmel Junior Cricket Club and Maroubra ‘Lions’ Rugby League Football Club to upgrade their grounds and equipment (P1 & P11).

For our part we are launching a new Eastern Suburbs Collaborative Network that has the potential to allow multiple Eastern Suburbs Charities, Businesses, Social Groups, Sports Clubs, Community Groups, Not-for-Profits, Councils and schools to work together collaboratively, even when they can’t meet in person. Brief details can be found on (P15) and we will keep you posted on developments in later editions of the paper.

We extend a big thank you to our advertisers: The Bolted Post, NSW Ports, MedX Systems, Woollahra Council, Cooper Park Garage, Edgecliff Hearing, Hoyts Cinemas, Snap (Green) Printing, Host A Murder, Rooftop Services, Edgecliff Automotive, Pure Plumbing, Doug Briscoe Cars and Sydney Deck Sealing. Without them there would be no paper in which to share news about our local charities and events. As the old “ TEAM” acronym goes ' TOGETHER E VERYONE ACHIEVES MORE ".

Lastly we extend a big than k you to all our staff, our printers, the people who deliver the papers to us and the increasing number of volunteers who help distribute the papers throughout the Eastern Suburbs.

Thank you again, it seems collaboration is still alive and well in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

Bondi BUZZ

INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY PARKLETS IN BONDI P16

WHAT'S ON BONDI P17

BIZ FINDER AND LOCATOR MAP P21

COUNCILS NEWS & MARJORIE O'NEILL, MP Member for Coogee P22

EASTERN SUBURBS MIGHTY NETWORK DIRECTORY P23

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MedX Systems has now opened in Edgecliff, just minutes from Edgecliff Station. They can provide convenient, time effective, 15-minute session to restore mobility and reduce or eliminate pain.

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ROSE BAY LANEWAYS SPRUCED UP

A colourful laneway makeover has further rejuvenated Rose Bay, attracting more visitors. Vibrant murals, colourful new paint, seating, plants and lighting now highlight the variety of shops and cafes that inhabit Collins and Percival Laneways, which lead to Paradise Beach.

Initiated by a nd contributed to by locals’ efforts, the major part of the makeover was obtained by Woollahra Council through funding assistance from the NSW Government’s Streets as Shared Spaces program.

In Percival Lane, the building mural on the beach corner with Percival Park was inspired by the banksia and created by Sharon Billings, the 2022 artist-in-residence at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf. Percival Park features large banksias that form part of the important Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub. As part of this project, IndiGrow, a First Nations Social Enterprise which plays an active role in regenerating this crucial habitat on Country, was invited to develop shrubs, trees, heaths and grasses in the park.

Over in Collins Lan eway, its exciting new jewel colours were inspired by the Venetian

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island of Burano. Ambling along the laneway, one comes across the Concrete Carpet pavement design by artist Alice McAuliffe. Born and raised in Rose Bay, McAuliffe’s artwork “encourages people to engage playfully and thoughtfully with their environment”.

“I love th e la neway,” Vivian Meca, hairdresser/owner of Meca Cuts salon, told Eastern Suburbs Life. “On the way to the beach, all my clients and dog friends come in and the dogs get their treats. It’s a very friendly, beautiful community. Since they’ve done all the colour work and planting, it’s become a happier place.”

Renowned for its shaksh uka, Reuben sandwiches and tasty salads, Moshiko café opened two years ago and sells popular coffee brand Campos.

“People sit outsid e in the laneway with the right music, and it has a lovely European atmosphere. We get beautiful air coming from the beach nearby,” observes Moshiko owner Moshe Simantov.

“We designed the who le place, then two months ago the council came and saw how it looked with all the plants and … decided

to spend money. Since then, this place has been attracting so many people.

"Tourists come from all over – especially to take photos. This morning, two girls said: ‘We saw this laneway on the Internet; we live around Penrith and came all the way and we’re taking photos.’ Look at our Instagram,

FB. They just love it. We’re flat-out on weekends.

“They never used to stop. Thi s lane, here, they now stop – they want to see what’s happening.”

Paula Towers

Collins Laneway, Rose Bay

St Mark’s delightful gardens

Every Friday morning a group of friendly and enthusiastic volunteers, known as the St Mark’s Gardeners, meet at St Mark’s Anglican Church, Darling Point.

The group aims to present St Mark’s Church as a welcoming place by displaying beautiful and well maintained gardens.

It is coordin ated by Di Coates, who has been a member of St Mark’s for over 30 years. Di became involved in the gardening group soon after she joined and commented: “St Mark’s Gardeners is a friendly, companionable group of volunteers who share a passion for gardening while enjoying each other’s company. I am happy I can make a difference while doing what I enjoy.”

The group meets from 9am at the Howard Lea Hall and garden together before finishing with morning tea from 11am onwards. In addition to the Friday gardening, another team member ensures the garden is watered appropriately. In 2019 the group were thrilled to be recognised as ‘Winner – Best Large Garden 2019’ in the Woollahra Garden Awards. The entry involved all the church gardens, with a particular focus on the memorial garden.

Volunteer gardener, Edw ina Parsons, shared: “We regularly receive positive feedback about the garden from parishioners, visitors and local residents. The memorial garden is particularly special, with the memorial wall reflecting a history of past residents of the Woollahra municipality. Families have also chosen plants in remembrance of their loved ones in consultation with our gardening coordinator Di Coates. All the seats and the majority of plants in the garden have been donated by members of our community or propagated by the gardeners. The memorial garden is a sanctuary where people can sit quietly and reflect.”

Edwina concluded: “The garden we enjoy today has been years in the making and has been carefully and lovingly planned by Di Coates and our team. It represents the community-minded and inclusive nature of St Mark’s.”

For more info rmati on please visit https://stmarksdp.org/ministries/st-marksgardeners/ or contact gardeners@ stmarksdp.org

Photos: Edwina Parsons

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CENTENNIAL PARK

Woollahra, Randwick, and Waverley Libraries are celebrating the Spark Truck, our shared library outreach truck and we want you to join the party.

WHEN: APR 15, 10AM-3PM

WHERE: CENTENNIAL PARK

DARLING POINT

THE PLEASURE OF LOOKING AND SEEING - AN EN PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP

Express yourself and interpret your view through lines and shapes at an outdoor drawing workshop to be held on the covered terrace of the Cultural Hub at the Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, and/or in the adjacent Blackburn gardens, weather permitting.

WHEN: WED, APR 5 1-3PM (Every month on the 1st Wed of the month, until June 7)

WHERE: WOOLLAHRA GALLERY AT REDLEAF, 548 NSH RD, DOUBLE BAY

ROSE BAY

ROSE BAY WALKING GROUP

The walks will take place rain, hail or shine and will cater for all levels of fitness and ability, so bring a friend, and enjoy getting fit in a great social environment. New members welcome.

WHEN: EVERY WED, 8.30AM FOR 8.45AM START

WHERE: ROSE BAY FERRY WHARF, LYNE PARK, ROSE BAY

RUSHCUTTERS BAY RUSHCUTTERS BAY WALKING GROUP

The walks will take place rain, hail or shine and will cater for all levels of fitness and ability, so bring a friend, and enjoy getting fit in a great social environment.

WHEN: EVERY FRI 8.15AM FOR 8.30AM START

WHERE: RUSHCUTTERS BAY KIOSK, RUSHCUTTERS BAY PARK, RUSHCUTTERS BAY

WOOLLAHRA

WOOLLAHRA PROBUS CLUB & WALKING GROUP

Woollahra Probus Club walking group meets every Thursday at 10am at the Homestead Cafe (near fountain) Centennial Park, come rain or shine.

WHEN: EVERY THURS 10AM

WHERE: HOMESTEAD CAFE (near fountain), CENTENNIAL PARK...any weather. Kathy Neustatl 9389 8509

MCKELL PARK CRAFT STUDIO

Local artists, Margaret McKenna and Caroline Quaine will host a monthly craft group in Canonbury Cottage at McKell Park, where locals can meet, bring their own craft projects to work on, exchange ideas and learn new skills as well as build a sense of community..

WHEN: APR 28 10AM-12PM

WHERE: CANONBURY COTTAGE, 159 DARLING POINT RD, DARLING POINT

DOUBLE BAY

TEA TOPICS: "COASTAL POETRY" WITH LIBBY HATHORN & ELIZABETH CUMMINGS

Join us to hear Eastern Suburbs writers Libby Hathorn and Elizabeth Commings walk us through their unique collection, “Coastal Poetry”. Libby and Elizabeth found solace in the natural world during the pandemic, and immersed themselves in Sydney’s beaches and boardwalks. They were so inspired that they created an ode from Yarra Bay to Woollahra, which takes the form of more than 70 poems and photographs!

WHEN: APR 4 11AM-12PM

WHERE: WOOLLAHRA LIBRARY, 451 NSH RD, DOUBLE BAY

PADDINGTON

DOUBLE BAY MARKETS

Fulfill your weekly shopping needs with an exciting choice of fashion, home wares, plants and of course, eco-friendly, sustainable fare trade and healthy products.

WHEN: EVERY THUR, 9AM-2PM

WHERE: GUILFOYLE PARK, CNR OF GUILFOYLE AVE AND BAY ST, DOUBLE BAY

MEN'S CHAT GROUP

Topics discussed range from local issues to world events, from the latest gadgets to trips down memory lane.

WHEN: 2.30-4PM (Every 2nd Thurs of the month)

WHERE: WOOLLAHRA LIBRARY, 451 NSH RD, DOUBLE BAY

PADDINGTON MARKETS

Featuring up to 150 stalls in the historic church grounds and public school of Paddington. Products include art, clothing, jewellery and home wares. Food court, live music every Saturday, coffee, cakes, pre-loved clothing, hats and great gifts for all.

WHEN: EVERY SAT, 10AM-4PM

WHERE: PADDINGTON UNITING CHURCH, 395 OXFORD ST, PADDINGTON

LEE WISE: SEAS, TREES AND SOMETHING IN BETWEEN

Lee Wise is an accomplished English/Australian artist who has achieved significant recognition as a painter, receiving accolades for his work in several competitions, including winning the Adelaide Perry Drawing Prize and the Cliftons Art Prize, runner up in the Moran Portrait Prize, and as a finalist in the Archibald Prize.

WHEN: APR 18 9AM-4PM (Every day, until May 1)

WHERE: ART2MUSE GALLERY, 234 JERSEY RD, WOOLLAHRA

For the first time, the Goethe-Institut and Woollahra Council jointly invite everyone to enjoy German culture in all its diversity. The festivities will include a vibrant mix of food and drink, live music and performances, information and entertainment as well as special activities for kids and young adults.

WHEN: APR 1 1-9PM

WHERE: 90 OCEAN ST, WOOLLAHRA

COCHLEAR LTD LAUNCH NEW SOUND PROCESSOR

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Our clinics are located in Edgecliff, Bella Vista, and a visiting clinic in Penrith. We have a sister clinic in Campbelltown.

Edgecliff Hearing combines leading-edge hearing technology and hearing rehabilitation practice. Our audiologists are discreet, caring experts with the highest ethical standards, and are backed by friendly and efficient support staff.

The Australian Cochlear Implant company, Cochlear Ltd, has launched their latest sound processor called Nucleus 8. While half of the cochlear implant is surgically implanted behind the external ear, the user wears an external device which powers and controls the surgically implanted device.

As the sound processor is worn outside the body, the users is able to benefit from technology advances without the need for repeat surgery.

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vides better access to sound accessed by Bluetooth connection, than ever before. The Nucleus 8 has the next generation Bluetooth® Low Energy Audio technology. This will a llow cochlear implant users to connect directly to sound being broadcast at public venues such as airports, conference centres and theatres supporting Bluetooth Auracast.

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CELEBRATING 87 YEARS OF FUNDRAISING

For 87 years the Black & White Committee has worked tirelessly to raise much needed awareness and funds for children who are blind or have low vision through the services of Vision Australia (formerly The Royal Blind Society).

The Black & White Committee is a team of volunteers, many of whom have been members with the Committee for over 20 years and some for over 50 years.

Since 2000, current President Susan Diver OAM has brought about significant changes in keeping with social changes in Sydney life. In the modern era the profile of Committee members has changed as more professional and business women join and bring with them corporate connections that continue to contribute to the longevity and success of the Committee’s fundraising programs.

The Black & White Committee is well poised to maintain its traditional heritage while proceeding efficiently into the future. The Committee holds a number of events each year, the 2023 program includes:

• The Black and White Committee’s Women of Achievement Luncheon celebrates nspirational Australian women. The 37th Women of Achievement Luncheon will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel Sydney on Tues, June 6, 2023

• Black & White Gala Evening on Fri, Oct 27, 2023 to be held at the NSW Art Gallery

• In its 18th year the Lifestyle Lunch is a celebration of modern life and joie de vivre, and will be held at OTTO Woolloomooloo Tues, Nov 14, 2023

Each year the Black & White Committee raises over $250,000 through fundraising events for Vision Australia’s Children’s Services.

These funds help Vision Aus tralia’s Children’s Services to provide a range of support, counselling, therapy and training services to children with blindness and low vision and their families.

Children with blin dn ess or low vision may experience a range of challenges including difficulty bonding with their parents, dependency and unemployment later in life. A child may not even develop the strength to brush his or her teeth or hold his or her head up without non-visual stimuli to encourage them to crawl or walk. The services provided to these children costs more than $6 million annually across New South Wales and the ACT alone.

The Black & White Comm ittee’s aim is to continue to support the education of children and young people who are blind or have low vision by allowing them to

access computers through synthesised voice screen readers and Braille, and all written literature through talking books, recorded versions of texts and the innovative Feelix Library of Braille books.

The children and young people taught by Vision Australia are offered a kind of freedom unimaginable even ten years ago.

To achieve this, intervention begins in early childhood from the tactile playroom for babies and toddlers, through to assistance to gain university degrees.

BLACK & WHITE COMMITTEE

9327 5698

www.blackandwhite.org.au

Walkabout with Ruth Double Bay (Part One)

In this Ed 52, my walk takes me to Double Bay (a two part series) beginning at Woollahra Gallery finishing at Double Bay Public School

My walk begins at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf. Orignally this 122-year-old St Brigid's building was once home to the 1954 Royal Commission on Espionage and later Double Bay Library, and was recently transformed as Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf.

GUIDING & TEACHING TAROT

Hello everyone and welcome to my column, You can google me at Ruth Marks Tarot Card Reader for all my background and media information.

I have had 25 years of knowledge and experience with the Tarot Cards. They can help open up hidden information and unlock any problems which can guide you to plan for a positive future.

Blackburn Gardens, developed as a public garden and landscaped in its present formal style in 1954-5. officially opened Sept 3, 1955. The Woollahra Council Chambers building was designed by architect George Allen Mansfield and built in 1863 for William Walker; occupants include J.B. Watt, H.C. Dangar, the Hon. William Busby, Frederick Lassetter, W.H. MacKay. It was purchased by the Woollahra Council in 1940 but occupied by the RAAF from 1942 to 1946, becoming Woollahra Council Chambers in 1947.

Bay. It is also significant for its historically integral association with the Bondi Ocean Outfall Sewer which it served. It has high scientific significance, having educational potential to reveal information about the shone ejector principle of lifting sewage by means of compressed air, which was superseded by present-day electrical pumps. The remnant fabric is now unique and of high archaeological value.

Heading down William St, I turn right into Stafford St. No 2 Stafford St was once Customs House which was built in the late 1850's. From 1895 to 1900, Mr H. Duncan Brown who was attached to H.M Customs lived there.

I walk across the beach and head to the 18 Footers Sailing Club. The club was established on July 13, 1956. In Feb 1958, the club announced it was going to build a club house on the current site to provide an "interest" to the "youngsters of this village". Work commenced in Aug 1958 and was completed by 1959 by well known 18 Foot skipper, Bill Monkhouse at a cost of £7,000. Double Bay Sailing Club was established off Steyne Park in 1958 sailing a number of classes.

If you have any problems please don't hesitate to phone me on 0414 273 103.

ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 19)

THE EMPEROR is the Tarot Card.

This card shows The Emperor seated on a cubic throne giving the impression of worldly powers and leadership. You are very strong and sometimes stubborn. You are dedicated your plan and will not accept the suggestions from others.

You are very good on business levels but can sometimes be impulsive and not go about things in a practical way. As your symbol is THE RAM try not to headbutt your way to good fortune instead of taking time and having patience. Show your understanding and encourage people with love rather than demands.

This card suggests security and stability of life. You are on top of things and everything is under your control. It is your hard work and judgement that has brought you this far.

Lucky Gemstone: Diamond

Lucky Numbers: 1 & 11

Lucky Colours: Red & Scarlet

TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 20)

THE HIEROPHANT is the Tarot Card.

Woollahra Council built a shark proof bathing enclosure and dressing sheds in front of Redleaf between 1940 and 1941. Redleaf Pool was officially opened by the premier the Hon. William McKell in 1941. In July 2012 Woollahra Council renamed Redleaf Pool the Murray Rose Pool in honour of champion Australian swimmer and local resident Murray Rose.

I head down Gladswood Gardens. At No 11 is Gladswood House is a two-storey Gothic Revival heritage-listed former multiple occupancy residence and grand house and now apartments. It was designed by William Munro and possibly Hilly and built from 1862 to 1864. It is also known as Glenyarrah. I walk up to New South Head Rd and turn right, heading down the hill, and turn right into William St. On the opposite side of William St is an electricity Substation. 5

As at Aug 24, 2005, Double Bay Sewage Ejector Station No. 1 remains is of historic and technical/research significance. Historically, it was the first low level sewage pumping station constructed to serve Sydney in 1898 and is the only surviving ejector station of the five originally built to serve Double

I head to Steyne Park to the Double Bay War Memorial which was unveiled by the governor of NSW, Sir Walter Davidson on Aug 2, 1919, the memorial features a bronze statue of a soldier in bayonet charge designed and executed by sculptor William Priestley Macintosh. The statue was then mounted on a monumental pedestal base designed by Oscar Backhouse

with the names inscribed of over 400 local residents who had volunteered for service in WWI.

The card shows The Hierophant robed with a crown and you represents levels of wisdom. You have the capacity for new and fresh insights out of old ways. Usually you are self employed and determined mostly to get your own way.

You are ahead in your desires and ideas but have a fear of insecurity when it is time to take risks. You don't want to miss these opportunities and need to trust your intuition and not always rely on the familiar. You like emotional security and like to be looked up to and admired.

Always remember you are THE BULL powerful and utterly unstoppable. Nothing can bring you down except fear. You can be hard headed but you are reliable, loyal and down to earth.

Lucky Gemstone: Emerald

Lucky Numbers: 6, 12 & 22

Lucky Colours: Green

Love and light to all...

RUTH MARKS

TAROT CARD READER 0414 273 104

GOOGLE: Ruth Marks Tarot Card Reader Tarot Card lessons available

In ESL May Ed 53, I complete my Walkabout Double Bay.

Photos: Ruth Kliman Source: Woollahra Council

1. Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf

2. Woollahra Council

3. Murray Rose Pool

4. Gladswood House 5. Double Bay Electricity

My first part of Double Bay walk ends at Double Bay Public School which was established in 1883.

EASTERN SUBURBS

SOUTHEAST VOICE

NSW PORTS COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM OPEN

NSW Ports is a proud and active member of the communities in which we operate and is committed to working towards a better future for people and the planet. Our ongoing community investments help make neighbourhoods across the Eastern Suburbs better places to live, work, learn and play. By working side-byside, we can continue to build and maintain, strong, inclusive, thriving communities.

We appreciate that there are many ways in which to nurture communities and help them flourish. That’s why I’m excited to share that NSW Ports’ third annual Community Grants Program is underway and accepting applications from local groups, not-for-profit organisations and schools.

Our business wants to s uppo rt projects that can deliver positive outcomes across education, health, economic development, the environment, arts and culture, social welfare and emergency relief, because we recognise that these are some of the most important areas that can make a real, lasting difference in our communities.

Since its inception in 2021, NSW Ports’ grants program has supported more than 40 local projects that have benefited the communities surrounding our sites at Port Botany, Port Kembla and the Enfield and Cooks River intermodal centres. These grants have helped sports clubs, schools, Indigenous health programs, multicultural centres, universities, social welfare organisations and environmental programs and more.

This includes a grant for Daceyville Public School to convert a shipping container into a bicycle storage shed and workshop, to encourage students to ride to school. Our grant to the Fix-it Sisters Shed enabled it to construct a floating island in Sir Joseph Banks Park to support turtles and native birdlife.

The Deli Women and Child ren’s Centre is using our grant to upgrade its facilities to support the domestic violence victimsurvivors. The Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation has used our funds for the Ngala Nanga Mai pARenT Group program, which involves weekly art workshops for Indigenous mums and bubs at the La Perouse Aboriginal Community Health Centre.

Our program has also helped sporting clubs such as South Sydney Mount Carmel Junior Cricket Club and Maroubra ‘Lions’ Rugby League Football Club to upgrade their grounds and equipment.

In 2023, we’re offer ing one-off grants of up to $25,000 for the delivery of local projects, services and initiatives in the communities surrounding Port Botany, along with our other sites. So if you have an innovative project idea or a program or initiative that could support your community or neighbourhood, then please apply!

NSW Ports is owned by Austra lian superannuation funds, representing more than six million Australians. Our ports and

intermodal facilities operate 24/7 and are critical to the economic prosperity of NSW, contributing $13.6 billion annually to Gross State Product and supporting about 65,000 jobs. About 33% of employees at Port Botany live locally, so there’s every chance you know someone who works there. We’re immen sel y proud to invest in our local communities and our 2023 Community Grants Program will do even more to support people and groups who are making a difference.

Brooke Eggleton, Communications Manager, NSW Ports

New outdoor gyms now open at Snape and Barwon Park

Two new outdoor gyms are now open for everyone to enjoy! The new gyms are located at Snape Park in Maroubra and at Barwon Park in Matraville.

“These new facilities are part of Council’s continued commitment to providing more access to free, outdoor recreation opportunities for the community,” Mayor Dylan Parker said.

“It’s great that th e new outdoor fitness stations cater to a range of fitness levels and abilities – these are spaces for the whole community!”

Creating more spaces for the community to participate in sport and recreation, particularly older people, is a key focus of Council’s Open Space and Recreation Strategy. Each outdoor gym includes a mix of static and dynamic fitness equipment to make the spaces accessible to people of different levels of fitness, skill and ability.

The Barwon Park O utdoor Gym features a new shade structure, rubber softfall, and mixed fitness equipment including: a chest press, aerobic cycle, leg press, elliptical trainer, body dips, dexterity builder and more.

The Snape Park Outdoor Gym also features rubber softfall, as well as a footpath and garden edging. The Snape Park mixed fitness equipment includes: a Challenge Station (gorilla bars, body dips, leg raisers, roman rings and pull ups), aerobic cycle, a step-up station, an elliptical trainer and more.

A walking track that follows the perimeter of the outdoor gym has also been built at Snape Park. The track is marked with distance marking with the purpose of allowing older gym users to test how far they can walk in six minutes and use the track

regularly to increase their walking distance.

“Council is delighted to be opening up these new facilities to help support community recreation needs, health and wellbeing by providing free and accessible spaces for exercise,” Mayor Parker said.

The new spaces also present opportunities for socialisation and connection, which are important pillars for supporting community mental health.

Daceyville Public School received a 2022 Community Grant from NSW Ports to convert a shipping container into a bike storage shed and workshop for students

Barwon Park Outdoor Gym

Snape Park Outdoor Gym

Randwick Art Society

What's ON South East

Blak Markets at Bare Island

Blak Markets is proud to be hosting our Festival on Sun, April 2 on Bare Island, Bidjigal Country, La Perouse. There is something for everyone at our Blak Markets.

WHEN: APR 2 10AM-3PM

WHERE: BARE ISLAND, LA PEROUSE

Explore Acrylic Landscape Painting with Niki Koeppl

Join fine arts teacher Niki Koeppl on the La Perouse Headland and paint your own acrylic landscape scene in plein-air.

WHEN: APR 14 10AM-12PM

WHERE: LA PEROUSE MUSEUM, 1542 ANZAC PDE, LA PEROUSE

Coogee Island Challenge Ocean Swim

The Coogee Island Challenge (autumn edition) is the second ‘cut of the cake' for swimmers looking to take on this epic island journey swim, with its spring equivalent having been held in November.

WHEN: APR 2 7.30AM

WHERE: COOGEE BEACH

Trace your family history

CAPE BANKS FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY

Trace your ancestors. Find your family history.

WHEN: TUES & SAT 10AM-3.30PM

WHERE: FRANGIPANI ROOM COAST CENTRE FOR SENIORS, LITTLE BAY ENQUIRIES: Lee 0417 694 038

Randwick Art Society (RAS) meets weekly on Mondays at Randwick Literary Institute in Randwick, and on Fridays at The Coast Centre in Little Bay. Members and visitors are warmly welcomed to take part in it’s weekly art activities.

PAINT A PORTRAIT OF A PERSON/PET

WHEN: APRIL 24 9AM-12PM

WHERE: RANDWICK LITERARY INSTITUTE (RLI), 40 CLOVELLY RD, RANDWICK

PAINT AN AUSSIE OUTBACK SCENE

WHEN: APRIL 28 10AM-12PM

WHERE: THE ART ROOM, THE COAST CENTRE, LITTLE BAY

South Maroubra Ocean Swim

The South Maroubra Ocean Swim is an annual event at Maroubra Beach organised by the South Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club and is a vital part of the fund-raising activities of the Club, where entry fees contribute to the purchase of vital lifesaving equipment required by our volunteer Lifesavers.

WHEN: APR 23 8AM-1PM

WHERE: SOUTH MAROUBRA SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB

PermaBeeCommunity Gardening Program

Author Talk: Lucy Bloom Presents "The Manuscript"

Join Lucy as she presents her cracker of a debut novel based on her own experience that explores the sometimes-disposable nature of modern relationships, divorce and online dating.

WHEN: APR 4 6.30-7.30PM

WHERE: MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, LEVEL 1 ROYAL RANDWICK

SHOPPING CENTRE, 73 BELMORE RD, RANDWICK

Seniors Rights Service Presentation

Seniors Rights Service is dedicated to protecting the rights of older people particularly vulnerable and disadvantaged groups. We listen, clarify your issues, provide information, inform you of your rights, identify possible outcomes, help you advocate for yourself and, if requested, speak up for you.

WHEN: APR 21 10.30AM-1PM

WHERE: LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY,669-673 ANZAC PDE, MAROUBRA

For fitness, friendship & fun

Join the Maroubra Probus Club’s retirees, Be Active Group. Have a “Whale of a time”, enjoy “chit chat” and coffee in the sun and make new friends, on one of the group’s many outings and activities.

WHEN: 10.30AM (4TH THURS OF THE MONTH)

WHERE: JUNIORS MAROUBRA ENQUIRIES: 9661 9150

Come gardening with us Friday mornings and help us plant, weed, and compost. We break for morning tea together and socialise over lunch, you'll also share in the bounty of any harvest!

WHEN: FRI MORNINGS 9AM-12.30PM

WHERE: RANDWICK SUSTAINABILITY HUB 27 MUNDA ST, RANDWICK

Kensington Combined Probus Club

Join us again for more tasty meals and support our local foodies by participating in the Easter Eat, Drink, Play at Pioneers Park, Malabar

WHEN: APR 6 3PM

WHERE: PIONEERS PARK, 1160 ANZAC PDE, MALABAR

Outings, walks and guest speakers are lots of fun with friendly people. New members are welcomed by our greetings officer. First visit is free.

WHEN: (FIRST TUES OF THE MONTH) 9.45AM WHERE: THE JUNIORS, 558A ANZAC PDE, KINGSFORD (Opp Light rail) COST: $5

ENQUIRIES: Jenny Wilson 0402 426 191

Lovebirds on balcony Image: Graeme Bogan

RANDWICK ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION

It has become a much-loved and highly anticipated event; and promises to make this year’s event the best ever. Randwick Art Society’s 13th Annual Arts, Crafts & Photography Exhibition is on again this May at the Prince Henry Centre, Little Bay; welcoming young and old, returning crowds and new visitors to join in celebrating our amazing local artists.

As has been the tradition: RAS’s annual exhibition is held the weekend before Mother’s Day, and is a perfect opportunity to find that something special. For sale are original paintings in many genres; the ever-popular miniature paintings; homecrafts; personalised greeting cards; baby wear; crochet toys; embroidery; rugs; intricate applique throws; blankets; clothing; tote bags; scarves; jewellery; photography, and much more!

The exhibition is held over three days at this award-winning function centre, in the most picturesque of settings, with the exhibition hall of overlooking an unspoilt coastline lined with majestic sandstone cliffs. Visitors come from afar to view the exhibition, grab a coffee, and stroll on the grounds to enjoy the breathtaking views of the ocean.

The opening night promises to be a fun social night and an opportunity to meet the artists. Be entertained by musicians, sip on some wine, hear the speakers, and make sure to buy a raffle ticket (or two). Hope to see you there!

Alana & Graeme at awards presentation

Creel Bay by Heidi Hereth

RAS Secretary Heidi Hereth

NOT GOING TO WASTE: Randwick residents making a difference

Randwick City residents have diverted more than 26,000 tonnes of food and garden waste from landfill in just the past two years. This has the same environmental benefit as removing 9,000 cars from the road permanently.

It’s all thanks to FOGO (Food and Garden Organics), which has been embraced by many locals since it was introduced in March 2021. Residents simply place their food waste and garden organics in the same green bin for composting.

As an avid ocean swimmer, Coogee resident Christelle Damiens has always been very environmentally aware, so she wanted to be part of FOGO from day one.

“I am very conscious about creating as minimal waste as possible, and I like the fact that [the collected waste] is going to be used as compost. It’s brilliant. I love it.”

For Maroubra local Ricky Klein, it’s an opportunity to reduce his environmental footprint, while also teaching the next generation.

“Before we had FOGO we did composting. I like the process but if I’m honest, composting just took too much time out of my day to maintain properly and FOGO simplifies that. “I enjoy teaching my two-year-old about how to recycle and where trash goes. For her to learn, ‘this one goes in the green bin’ or ‘this one goes in the recycling’, that’s a fun activity and it’s been nice to get some parenting time out of it as well!”

SETTING THE STANDARD

By 2030, all local councils will be required under a NSW government mandate to implement a food and garden waste collection program. In an effort to streamline the scheme, the NSW Environment Protection Agency (EPA) has announced some changes as to what can and can’t go into the green lid FOGO bin.

You can no longer put items like soiled paper towels and tissues, compostable cutlery made from bamboo and cardboard, pizza boxes, paper and pet poo into the FOGO bin.

Although these items make up just 5% of the overall FOGO material collected in Randwick City, the EPA is concerned that

some materials may contain additives and chemicals, which then risk contaminating the environment if composted.

Confused? Don’t be. If it’s in the kitchen, focus on food waste. If it’s in the garden, focus on anything that grows. Everything else is likely to belong in either the red landfill bin or yellow recycling bin.

Additionally, you can search ‘FOGO changes from 2023’ on randwick.nsw.gov.au for a comprehensive A-Z guide of what can and cannot go into the FOGO bin.

TIPS FOR KEEPING ODOURS AND INSECTS AT BAY:

• Put garden matter such as leaves and grass clippings on top of food waste.

• Keep the caddy lid closed and in a shady spot.

• Regularly wash all bins.

• Freeze meat, dairy and seafood waste before you put them in the bin the night before collection.

• Wrap meat, dairy and seafood waste in newspaper or paper towel before placing it in the bin.

KIDS GIVING BACK

As parents, we all want our children to grow up to be kind, compassionate, and empathetic individuals who make a positive impact on the world. One way to instil these values in our kids is by encouraging them to give back to their community through charity work, and this is

where Kids Giving Back

steps in.

Kids Giving Back is a charity that provides hands-on, age-appropriate, and meaningful opportunities for kids aged 5-18 years and their families, school, community groups and corporates to make a difference. With a triple impact approach, Kids Giving Back benefits children, vulnerable people, and the community by developing social cohesion that is vital for building strong and resilient communities.

Earlier this year we hit the 40,000 participant mark, and in the 10 years since inception we have never seen so much demand for food. People are really struggling at the moment with the unaffordable rising cost of basic essentials like food and shelter. The demand for meals, breakfast boxes, and care packs assembled by kids volunteering with us is through the roof.

Through providing meals and other essential items to those in need and helping to address the growing issue of food insecurity and poverty, our programs provide a safe and supportive environment

for youth to volunteer and make a significant community impact.

So, how can kids, families, and corporates help? They can book in to participate in the school holiday programs, a Sunday community program, or a private or corporate program where they will be making many meals, breakfast boxes and other essential item packs for those in need.

For teens aged 14 to 18, Kids Giving Back's Youth Changemakers (YCM) program helps teens to help others. Making it super simple to sign up, the program offers a range of volunteering opportunities through the Kids Giving Back YCM App. Not only does this provide an excellent opportunity for young people to give back, but it also offers positive mental health benefits.

The well-known benefits of volunteering are especially true for youth volunteering, with its potential to instil a lifelong sense of empathy and social responsibility. Studies have shown that youth volunteering can increase self-esteem, reduce stress, and even decrease symptoms of depression. It can also promote a sense of purpose and belonging that is particularly important for children and teenagers who may be struggling to find their place in the world.

“I felt really good after realising how many people I helped” Martin - 11 yrs

With the rising demand for food and other essentials, there has never been a more critical time to get involved. Whether you're

a family, school or community group, or a corporate looking for team-building opportunities, there are many ways to participate and make a difference. Let's

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INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY PARKLETS

Waverley Council have installed five temporary parklets along the walk from Bondi Junction to Bondi Beach for a six month trial period.

The five tempo rary parkl ets were installed on Feb 22, 2023 and are strategically placed off Bondi Rd and Campbell Pde to break up the walk from Bondi Junction to Bondi and beyond. They are free spaces to sit, relax and socialise along what has become a popular walking route.

During the trial we're collecting feedback to determine whether the parklet trial should be extended, or alternatively, if the space should be considered and designed as a permanent landscaped space with seating.

This project is funded by the NSW Government's Streets as Shared Spaces Program.

WHAT IS A PARKLET?

A parklet is an extension of the footpath which takes up one parking space. Parklets act as mini parks, improving amenity of the street and bringing other great benefits for the community. The businesses closest to each parklet were consulted to ensure their operations wouldn't be impacted.

HOW

WERE THE PARKLET LOCATIONS SELECTED?

Council officers carefully selected the location for each parklet to break up the walk from Bondi Junction to Bondi Beach. Locations were assessed based on the

impact to surrounding businesses and whether the road environment was suitable for installation.

Adjacent b usinesses were consulted to ensure their operations wouldn't be impacted.

HAVE YOUR SAY

If you've seen or used one of the temporary parklets, share your feedback: https://haveyoursay.waverley.nsw.gov.au/ bondi-bounce

Feedback closes on Sun, April 30, 2023.

What'sONBONDI APR

IF YOU HAVE AN EVENT

THE STONED APE

A STORY OF POWER, DIVORCE AND CRIME. Remain broken or breakthrough. Three stories interweave. The reality, a Dark Memory and the Dungeon of the Mind. The Spirit Realm lies beneath, accessible to anyone who dares to delve. Stoned Ape is a fantasy set in reality.

WHEN: APR 2 6.30PM; APR 4-6 7.30PM; APR 7 8PM; APR 8 2PM, 7.30PM; APR 9 1PM, 6PM; APR 11-13 7.30PM

WHERE: BONDI PAVILION, BONDI BEACH

Autumn School Holidays At The Pavilion

Autumn School Holidays at the Pavilion School holiday activities bringing a fun-filled program of workshops and shows this Autumn!

WHEN: APR 10-22 10AM

WHERE: BONDI PAVILION, BONDI BEACH

AUSTRALIAN THEATRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE (ATYP) @ THE PAV

ATYP Workshops for Yrs 4-6 will be held in the Yalagang room and workshops for Yrs 7-9 will be held in the Seagull Room.

WHEN: APR 11 10AM

WHERE: SEAGULL ROOM, BONDI PAVILION

ROFL (Rolling on the Floor Laughing with the Listies!)

Hilarious, ridiculous fun for your kids that will have the whole family in stitches.

WHEN: APR 19 6PM; APR 20 11AM

WHERE: THEATRE, BONDI PAVILION

COLLAGE MERMAID MASTERPIECES

Join artist Laura Jade to make mermazing mermaid collages. Imagine how much better your favourite art masterpieces would be if they had 100% more mermaid! In this workshop participants will learn the finer points of collage, juxtaposition, humour and irony. Participants will leave with a series of Mermaid masterpieces that will make you wish you were under the sea!

WHEN: APR 20 10AM

WHERE: YALAGANG ROOM, BONDI PAVILION

A Peace Imagined: A Portrait of Afghanistan (Mark Isaacs)

This exhibition is a portrait of Afghanistan before the Taliban regained control of the country in 2021. The images were taken in 2016 and 2017, at a time when people dared to dream in the Western occupation’s promises of peace, prosperity and freedom.

WHEN: APR 21 - MAY 24 M-F 9.30AM-9PM; SAT 9.30AM-3PM; SUN 1-5PM

WHERE: SEAGULL ROOM, BONDI PAVILION

A LITTLE BIT OF BLUE PUPPET WORKSHOP

Little Wing Puppet, Artistic Director, performer and puppeteer, Jenny Ellis will teach you how to make your own paper puppet and create your own show!

A puppeteer of more than twenty years, Jenny Ellis has a Post-Graduate Diploma in Puppetry from the Victorian College of the Arts, and has performed hundreds of shows in numerous festivals, theatres and country halls in every state and territory of Australia, as well as overseas.

WHEN: APR 22 3.30PM

WHERE: YALAGANG ROOM, BONDI PAVILION

The Sunshine Singers

The Sunshine Singers class is Waverley Council’s weekly seniors singing group provided free of charge for the local over 55's community. The group meets every week on on Mondays (except during school holidays), 10am to 12pm in the High Tide Room and performs regularly for Council events.

WHEN: MEETS EVERY WEEK MON 10AM-12PM

WHERE: HIGH TIDE ROOM, BONDI PAVILION

BRONTE BAZAAR SATURDAY MARKETS

Support Local! Browse over 30 local market stalls at the next Bronte Bazaar markets. Browse plants, vintage, arts, crafts and food.

WHEN: SAT (MONTHLY) 8AM-1PM

WHERE: BRONTE SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB, BRONTE BEACH

Bondi Icebergs Pool

The 50m saltwater pool is a popular spot for sunbathers and for walkers on the Bondi to Coogee walk. The Bondi Icebergs have been a landmark of Bondi for 100 years, and if you want to become a member of the oldest winter swimming club in Australia, you must swim three Sundays a month for a period of five years.

WHERE: 1 NOTTS AVE, BONDI BEACH www.icebergs.com.au

BONDI MARKETS

Head to the markets and you'll find original designer clothing, exotic imports, hand made jewellery, arts, crafts, homewares, retro furniture, vintage clothes, and so much more. Bondi Markets are the place to find the next big thing.

WHEN: SUNDAYS 10AM-4PM

WHERE: BONDI BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOL, BONDI BEACH

Public Art

Bondi Beach is a local and national icon. and Australian artists have contributed to the promenade with their public art works.

WHERE: CAMPBELL PDE, BONDI BEACH

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ROFL (ROLLING ON THE FLOOR LAUGHING WITH THE LISTIES!)

THE STONED APE

WAVERLEY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM - AUTUMN 2023

THE PASSOVER SEDER

Passover is celebrated each year around end of March /April, according to the Hebrew calendar. It’s the festival that commemorates the liberation of the Jews from slavery in Egypt. All leaven products such as bread, pasta etc are prohibited.

THE SEDER

Traditionally the Seder is conducted on two consecutive nights. It is a dinner consisting of prayers, songs and objects depicting the story of Passover. A book called a Haggadah, that everyone follows during the Seder, tells the story of the Jews exodus from Egypt.

There are certain things that are on the Seder plate as reminders of the Jewish peoples plight.

1. A roasted egg, the symbol of new life.

2. The bitter herbs to remind us how hard life was.

3. Parsley, that represents Spring. This is dipped in salt water to remember the tears.

4. A shank bone which is a reminder of the lambs that were slaughtered.

5. Horseradish or lettuce depicting the bitterness of the slaves lives.

6. A mixture of honey, apples and nuts called Charoset, that symbolises the mortar used by the slaves.

Traditional foods eaten at the Seder are; chopped liver, gefilte fish, matzah balls in chicken soup, brisket, chicken etc.

My late father was an Ashkenazi Jew (European) and my late mother a Sephardi

Jew (Middle East, Spain, Portugal and North Africa) so food and traditions varied slightly.

Here are some recipes I love making with my seven-year -old grandson.

RECIPES

CHAROSET

• 8 x Granny Smith apples peeled and cored.

• ½ cup almonds.

• 3 x tablespoons sugar (I use castor sugar).

• ¾ teaspoon cinnamon.

• ½ teaspoon lemon juice.

• Grated rind of a lemon.

• ½ cup dates.

• ½ cup figs.

• ½ cup raisins.

• 3 x tablespoons sweet red wine. Put all ingredients into a food processor and blitz (in slow bursts) to your preferred consistency. Add extra sugar to taste.

TOFFEE MATZAH

• Matzah (at least two sheets per lamington baking tray).

• 250 gms butter.

• 1 x cup brown sugar.

• 1 ¼ cups semi sweet or dark chocolate buttons.

• Sea salt.

• Topping of choice eg sprinkles, pistachios, chopped nuts etc.

• Preheat oven to 180 - 190 oC.

• Line a lamington baking tray with alfoil then cover with baking paper.

• Evenly cover with matzah and break into pieces if necessary to cover base with matzah.

OUR BIG KITCHEN

Inspiring people to come together to help others

The Eastern Suburbs is a very special place with incredible amenities that attracts guests and admiration from all over the world, yet behind the gloss it’s not hard to find those who are doing it tough, we see homelessness, and plenty of challenges facing families many still struggling to stay afloat.

The days when we hung out the washing for our neighbours when they had a baby are truly behind us, few are having babies less are hanging out washing and even less know their neighbours, this leaves many isolated and at times hungry, building community is vital for us all and it's our shared responsibility.

Would it not be wonderful if we could imagine a place that friends and strangers can meet to cook meals, share them, and look out for those who are struggling, no, this is not a pipedream. This is real and it happens every day at

Our Big Kitchen (OBK) friendships are made while creating delicious nutritious meals for those less fortunate.

Reading or watchi ng, the news can be very depressing from wars in Ukraine to shootings in America to destruction on our doorstep. We tend to ask ourse lves ‘paralysing questions’ like why is this happening? OBK give you that paternity to ask ‘empowering question’ what I can do about it? The answer is always simple, behave in a positive way, look out for those who need your help.

‘We are blessed to see the very best of the Eastern Suburbs in the hands and hearts of volunteers who come every day’ says Rabbi Dr Dovid Slavin, ‘it’s a simple equation, the more volunteers, the more meals we can make’ so best not to put it off come with friends or come on your own and meet new friends and together let’s make this world a better place.

OUR BIG KITCHEN www.obk.org.au

• Combine butter, sugar and pinch of salt in saucepan.

• Cook on medium heat, whisking constantly and bring to boil.

• Boil for approximately another 3 minutes stirring constantly .

• Remove from heat and pour evenly over matzah.

• Using a spatula spread toffee evenly over matzah.

• Reduce oven temperature to 170 oC.

• Bake for approx. 15 minutes checking it's

not burning, If so, turn down the oven.

• Take out of oven and spread chocolate buttons over toffee.

• Leave for a few minutes to melt then spread chocolate evenly over toffee.

• Sprinkle with sea salt and pistachios, or sprinkles or whatever suits you.

• Cut into squares whilst matzah is still warm.

• Put into freezer to set.

• Take out to serve at room temperature.

Bella Sevitt

AND THE WINNER IS: HOLDSWORTH

The Best Workplace Award for 2023 has gone to Holdsworth, which was presented by The Voice Project

The Voice Project, are a lead ing provider of employee engagement and researchbased surveys. Evolved from a Macquarie University research program, The Voice Project Awards recognise organisations who are improving workplaces by giving their people a voice and creating impactful change.

Holdsworth’s Best Workplace Award is in recognition of exceptional levels of employee engagement and satisfaction, and with 90% of our employees based in the field providing support services, it highlights the incredible strength of Holdsworth’s culture of putting its people first.

“Holdsworth does great things for the community, but as this award confirms, we’re also a great place to work,” says Holdsworth CEO Jason Malone. “Despite the nation-wide staffing shortages in aged care and disability services, at Holdsworth we’ve actually got a waiting list of skilled people wanting to work with us. I think that speaks volumes.”

The Voice Project sur vey un earthed a plethora of positive feedback, demonstrating a welcoming work environment, as well as the dedication of our team members.

“Holdsworth cares about the welfare and quality of life for its employees just as it does for the community members we support,” says Holdsworth Support Worker Tim. Community Care Team Leader Thais says Holdsworth is the most rewarding job she has ever had, because “we are focussing on the community, the individuals and their families.”

In the survey, employees pinpointed Holdsworth’s meaningful vision and commitment to the community as core elements of pride. Flexibility, a sense of safety, support and training opportunities were also flagged as important, particularly to Holdsworth’s support workers who spend their days helping others in the community.

“We connect peopl e with possibility,” says Malone. “It’s our incredible team who are out in the community every day who make this happen. What they do might not be obvious - it’s not heart surgery or blasting water at dramatic infernos - but what they do is life changing. They’re the quiet heroes, and we’re so proud of them.

“The Best Workplace Award doesn’t change what we do, but it reminds us why it’s so important to continue supporting our team of quiet community heroes.”

HOLDSWORTH

9302 3600

www.holdsworth.org.au

THE POWER OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Acknowledgement is one of, if not the most important tools to motivate people. It also happens to be lacking in Australian culture.

“I recently had a discussi on with an American historian about why Australians find it so difficult to acknowledge one another and his response was very thought provoking “it was greatly tied up with our convict history and the English class system” he said.

Your forefathers did not come to this country to pioneer a new nation and to explore and build new frontiers; they came here in chains to be punished. The British class system reinforced this view point so that people were “kept in their place”. To rise above the rest is to become like them, to be successful or rich represented tyranny so an egalitarian society developed based on every one being poor together. In other words;

BEING RICH OR SUCCESSFUL=BAD.

America was born out of men and women who fled from Europe to escape from tyranny and religious persecution. They came as free people and as pioneers to create and build a new life. Australians came as victims of that tyranny without much hope and destitute!

Despite all this we have developed into a very egalitarian & prosperous society. Unfortunately, the Tall Poppy Syndrome has planted itself deep in the Australian psyche. This syndrome, at its worst knocks anyone who tries to get

ahead and at best ignores anyone that succeeds on any level.

Say what you l ike about the Americans –having worked amongst them has taught me that they know how to acknowledge themselves and others. The saying “If you’ve got it! Flaunt it” could have only originated in America.

Americans ack nowl edge their country, their flag, their bill of rights, their lifestyle and their freedom.

The Am erican service industry is miles ahead or ours. I have been called "Sir" more times in America compared to anywhere else in the world could there be a connection between management acknowledging their staff and staff giving great service? I believe there is. Thousands of people leave their jobs because of lack of acknowledgement. Every day good staff and good management leave their employers simply because their efforts, their sacrifice, their commitment, creativity and loyalty go unnoticed unseen and unacknowledged so…they leave.

You can give staff the h ighest wages but if the appreciation for their efforts and persistence is not acknowledged they will leave. Express sincere thanks and gratitude and they will walk over hot coals for you!

HOST A MURDER

Every time a worker, manager, or director leaves, the costly process of re-training begins.

Show me a happy workforce and I’ll show you management that cares about its staff and believe me, happy staff creates happy customers. Fulfilled customers recommend you to others and return again and again! Such is the power of acknowledgement!

Staff th at stays are staff you don’t have to retrain. Happy staff are more productive and less prone to illness.

So, management next time your staff start a little earlier and leave a little later – stop and thank them! When they show originality and initiative recognise it. When they demonstrate a way to save the

company some money, reward them. Above all never under estimate the power of acknowledgement.

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Peter Eedy

HOST A MURDER 0402 299 956 petereedy@bigpond.com www.hostamurder.com.au

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Have your say on dog controls in Woollahra

We are aware that many of our residents want more space for their dogs to run, while some are concerned about dog safety and management, so we are seeking community feedback on our Review of Dog Controls. Share your thoughts on proposed changes - including new off-leash areas at Cooper Park, Camp Cove Reserve, Robertson Park and Kutti Beach - to ensure our open spaces meet the current needs of our community. Visit yoursay.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/dogs to have your say by April 26

Bondi WAVE youth band song writing program

Applications opened Mar 30 for our Bondi WAVE 12-week course that teaches high school bands how to write and arrange original music. Each week our groups are mentored at our newly refurbished Bondi Pavilion Music Studio by a rotating roster of industry professionals including Luke O’Loughlin from I Know Leopard, Jim Elliot from the Cruel Sea and Brendan Gallagher from Karma County. The course culminates in a concert performance and professional recording. Whether you're new to music or an experienced player, Bondi WAVE is a fantastic introduction to playing in a band and creating original music. The program welcomes bands and forms groups from individual applicants. The Bondi WAVE is held from May 8 to Aug 11, costs $350, and Creative Kids Vouchers accepted. Apply at waverley.nsw.gov.au/youthmusic

Parklet Trial

We are trialling a series of ‘parklets’ across the Woollahra Local Government Area: kerbside parking spaces that have been repurposed into public space and extra outdoor dining seating.

To help us eva luate the program’s effectiveness in making our streets more vibrant and supporting local businesses and decide whether it should become a longerterm offering, complete our short survey by May 1 at: yoursay.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/ parklets.

Woollahra Gallery Artist in Residence and Expressions of Interest

Our Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf is calling for Expressions of Interest from individual artists, arts groups and curators for proposals across all artistic mediums for the period June 2023 to June 2024.

The Gallery’s 2023/24 Art ist in Residence Program is also now calling for artists. The program provides artists with non-residential, furnished studio space for artists to work in exclusively for 12 weeks duration, and is a great way to support career development while connecting with the community. Applications close on April 16: visit woollahragallery.com.au to apply.

How do you rate your neighbourhood?

Woollahra Council is proud to be supporting the 2023 Australian Liveability Census. We want to know how you rate your suburb, what you love about it and also what you’d like to change. Your voice will help us prioritise planning, guide decision-making and also contribute to national research regarding liveability.

You can participate by com pleting a short online survey by June 30 and go into the draw to win a $100 voucher at: placescore. org/lc.

Waverley Local Planning Panel expressions of interest

Council is looking for additional community representatives to be members of the Waverley Local Planning Panel (WLPP). The WLPP is responsible for assessing and determining a range of development applications for Council as required under legislation. Members of the panel receive remuneration for attendance at panel meetings.

Applicants m us t li ve in the Waverley LGA, have an understanding of the Waverley LGA and issues of concern to the local community, have the capacity to form independent views and to contribute constructively to the determination of applications, are able to demonstrate a basic level of understanding of the planning system, are committed to following the Code of Conduct for Local Planning Panel Members and the Local Planning Panel’s Operational Procedures and attend local planning panel meetings and completing panel business in required timeframes. Any questions should be emailed to wlpp@waverley.nsw.gov.au and EOIs can be submitted online at haveyoursay.waverley.nsw.gov.au/local-planningpanel Submissions close at 5pm, Wed Apr 5. Details: haveyoursay.waverley.nsw.gov.au/ local-planning-panel.

Register for Bondi Festival Local

Expressions are now open for businesses to register their events for Bondi Festival Local, our annual celebration of local artists, live venues and grassroots organisations within our iconic neighbourhood. Expressions of interest close 11.59pm, Sun, Apr 9. For more information, along with the application form, visit https://haveyoursay.waverley.nsw. gov.au/bondifestivallocaleoi

Council adopts new plan for Matraville

A masterplan to guide the future of the Matraville public domain is now in effect after Councillors endorsed a 20-year vision for the town centre following 18 months of planning and community consultation. The plan proposes to create a lively, sustainable and thriving town centre with wider footpaths, more outdoor spaces for people, reduced speed limits and more public art. Planning for short term improvements such new street trees, new paving and lighting will commence within the next 12 months.

Residents encouraged to have their say on McKeon Street Plaza

The temporary McKeon Street Plaza at Maroubra Beach will be extended for a month to enable the community time to complete a survey about whether to make the plaza permanent. McKeon Street was closed to cars in Oct 2022 and turned into a public plaza with outdoor dining and activated with free yoga sessions, an outdoor cinema and farmers markets. People can have their say by visiting www.yoursay.randwick.nsw.gov.au by April 6. A report will then be presented to Council in April to make a decision about permanently extending the plaza.

Grants for community

A program to connect high school students with aged care residents, playgroup sessions for local families, a festival to mark NAIDOC Week and youth performance workshops are all set to receive funding support as part of Randwick Council’s Community Investment Program. Councillors allocated funds of more than $80,000 to 22 projects in the final round of funding for the financial year. In total Council distributes $390,000 a year through its Community Creative and Community Connect funding streams.

Plans to light up Randwick Town Hall

Randwick Town Hall could be illuminated with vibrant LED coloured lights, similar to iconic Sydney landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Town Hall to support and commemorate significant days and occasions relating to cultural, community and charity organisations. Council regularly receives requests to acknowledge charity and community organisations by lighting the Town Hall in colours specific to their cause. Councillors decided to develop guidelines for considering future requests and to consider allocating funding for lighting in future budgets.

Marjorie O'Neill MP MEMBER FOR COOGEE

Hi Everyone,

As we move into April, with the welcome cooler temperatures of Autumn, I find this to be an ideal time of year to pause for reflection. No doubt the celebration of Easter and Passover with family, the start of school holidays, and the solemn commemoration of ANZAC Day, helps to create this sense that now is the perfect time to stop, remember and recognise all that makes our lives complete.

We all take so much for granted but let’s not forget the important people in our lives and the significance of events that are memorable for what they represent. This includes celebrating our freedom and democracy on March 25, 2023, at the recent NSW State Election.

Since launching the ‘Save Our Buses’ campaign, we have collected over 100,000 petition signatures and hosted mass public rallies protesting the bus cuts and privatisation of our public services. The demand from our community for the full restoration of our previous bus services has never waned.

We will continue to work to bring public transport back into public ownership and management by examining ways to unwind complex privatisation arrangements made under the Coalition Government.

I am committed to reinstating direct bus links from the Eastern Suburbs to the City/ Circular Quay, South Sydney, and Sydney Airport. We must see improved interconnection between routes with more regular, well-placed stops and better connections across transport modes, which will in turn improve the frequency and reliability of our public buses. Our bus fleet transition to net zero must continue, to ensure our public transport services are sustainable and clean into the future.

I'm here to help. If you require any assistance, please contact my office on (02)9398 1822, or at: coogee@parliament.nsw.gov.au, or visit us at 15/53-55 Frenchmans Road, Randwick.

To keep up-to-date with local events, COVID numbers, and charity initiatives, use the QR code below to sign up to my weekly email newsletter.

Stay safe and look after each other.

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