Summer 2022 by Mosman Council

Issue 40 Summer 2022-23

NEWSLETTER

merrychristmas Merry Christmas Mosman’s climate future Council has taken further steps on its path towards net zero emissions following the recent adoption of its Climate Action Plan – Resilience and Adaptation Strategy and additional support for electric vehicles in Mosman. Resilience and adaptation focuses on risk management and recovery while assessing and preparing for the predicted impacts of climate change. The strategy will be reviewed every four years in order to ensure alignment with climate change predictions, priority issues, gaps and service levels. Its adoption follows the earlier implementation of the Mitigation Strategy, which provides a pathway for Council and the community to meet net-zero carbon emissions targets by 2030 and 2040 respectively. Meanwhile, to support the wider use of electric vehicles in the area, Council has brought on line two new 50 kW Evie Networks fast chargers at Raglan Street West Car Park and is intending to introduce planning requirements to ensure that future residential flat buildings will have electric car recharging capacity. Council is also negotiating with private vendors to facilitate the potential installation of another two stations in Mosman which would bring the total number of public charging stations in the area to six. Council will continue to monitor usage of its fast-charging network, with current data indicating there is still additional capacity in the network.

Mosman’s Mayor, Councillors and staff wish everyone in Mosman and their families the very best for Christmas and the festive season. Apart from public holidays, Council services at Mosman Civic Centre, Mosman Square Seniors Centre, and the Barry O’Keefe Library will be available during normal operating hours over the holiday period with the exception of: § 3pm closure on Friday 16, Friday 23 and Friday 30 Dec § The Mosman Meals kitchen will be closed from 1pm on Friday 23 Dec and reopen on Tuesday 3 Jan. Prior appointments will be required for Community Care services and facilities between 23 Dec and 3 Jan § Barry O’Keefe Library will close at 5.30pm rather than 9pm on Thursday 29 Dec. In addition to the above: § Mosman Art Gallery will be closed from 3pm on Friday 23 Dec and reopen at 10am on Tuesday 3 Jan § Mosman Youth Centre will be closed on Friday 16 Dec and from Tuesday 20 Dec to Monday 9 Jan. Youth Holiday Programs will run Monday 16 to Friday 27 Jan. § Marie Bashir Mosman Sports Centre and The Drill Hall will be closed from Monday 19 Dec and reopen on Monday 9 Jan.

Council Rangers will be on duty throughout the holiday period, including public holidays. Waste collections will continue as normal with the exception of pre-paid waste and pre-paid green waste bookings which will not operate between Friday 23 December and Tuesday 3 January.

For the latest events in Mosman visit events.mosman.nsw.gov.au

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Sydney Festival in Mosman Mosman Art Gallery will kick off its 2023 program with two exhibitions forming part of the Sydney Festival. Leading the line-up will be a survey show of digital art pioneer and Mosman local, Ernest Edmonds and an accompanying group exhibition featuring work by artists influenced by him, Prisms of Influence: Echoes from the Colour in the Code from 5 January. The exhibitions will be followed by cornerstones of the Mosman Art Gallery program, Artists of Mosman 2088, Mosman Youth Art Prize and the Mosman Art Prize. The experimental, contemporary art space The Cube will see new works from emerging artists such as Thom Roberts and Maddie Gibbs. The gallery will also host a number of solo shows from ground-breaking Sydney-based artists Khalid Sabsabi and Yasmin Smith. Sabsabi’s show will be immersive and thought-provoking while Smith will bring Mosman’s landscape into the gallery with new works responding to Mosman’s Angophora forest.

Mosman Meals is gearing up for Christmas with individual frozen roast turkey Christmas dinners and Christmas puddings available for sale in addition to regular meals. Council has been delivering meals to older residents for more than 25 years with the well-established and respected Mosman Meals service’s 70 active volunteers currently delivering around 350 meals to our community each week. Mosman Meals orders can be conveniently placed online at care.mosman.nsw.gov.au

Seniors Festival Seniors Week festivities return to Mosman in February with a packed program of events, many of which are free. NSW is set to host the largest Seniors Festival in the southern hemisphere and Mosman will play its part with activities and events ranging from drumming workshops and world trivia to high tea with the Mayor. Local Seniors Festival activities proudly funded by Mosman Council and the NSW government, will run Wednesday 1 February to Sunday 12 February. Check the schedule of activities at events.mosman.nsw.gov.au or contact Council's Community Care team on 9978 4128.

Tillers acquisition showcased Mosman Art Gallery has successfully raised funds for its proposed acquisition of an important Imants Tillers painting. This will be the ﬁrst acquisition made through the gallery’s new Acquisition Fund, thanks to the community’s generous support and The Balnaves Foundation. Works by the renowned contemporary artist are held in the Art Gallery of NSW and the Museum of Contemporary Art and the acquisition of his work Factum 1, 2021 will contribute to the continued expansion of the Mosman Art Collection. The acquisition of Factum 1, 2021 will come ahead of the ﬁrst major survey show of Tillers’ work at Mosman Art Gallery in November 2023.

Reporting potholes Dementia awareness A two-year dementia awareness and education project is underway with Council staff and volunteers being trained ahead of planned community workshops for families and carers. Dementia Australia has delivered training for selected staff and volunteers to provide them with a greater understanding of dementia and strategies to communicate effectively with people living with dementia, their families, and carers. The project aims to foster a workplace and community that’s inclusive and focused on the needs of people living with dementia.

Following recent severe weather conditions which damaged roads, Council has made it easier for residents to report potholes on Mosman’s streets. A potholes category is now included in the Report It list on the Council website and has also been added to the MyMosman app, along with the option to include photos and location mapping. The app enables residents to report potholes and any other matters requiring Council’s attention, stay up-to-date with Council news and events and connect with Council services such as waste information, recreational activities, community consultations and more. Potholes and other issues can be reported via the Report it page on Council's website by visiting mosman.nsw.gov.au/report or by downloading the MyMosman app from the Apple App or Google Play stores.

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Recycle smartly Council is taking action to divert problem waste items from landfill, including e-waste, batteries, globes and clothes. In partnership with RecycleSmart and the EPA’s Better Waste Recycle Fund, Council offers Mosman residents a home pick-up recycling service which takes items to recycling centres and charities for reprocessing or re-use. RecycleSmart collects clothes in wearable and unwearable condition, coffee capsules, x-rays and blister packs as well as ewaste and other tricky-to-recycle items, such as toys in sellable condition, lightbulbs and expanded polystyrene. Soft plastics cannot be collected at the moment. Residents can choose from a free plan to have two bags collected every month or an on-demand Power Pickup at $5 per bag with a minimum of two bags per collection. To try the service before subscribing book a free Power Pickup using the code FIRSTFREE at checkout at recyclesmart.com

Dog walkers and owners exercising with their companion animals are reminded to keep dogs under effective control in on and off-leash areas and not negatively impact on others, including park users. When using streets and public places dogs must be kept on leash except in designated off-leash areas. Off-leash dog areas are clearly signposted, such as Rawson Park and Sirius Park. When using an off-leash area, stay near your dog, keep a watchful eye on their behaviour and be ready to intervene at any time. Penalties may apply and any attacks should be reported to Council as soon as possible seven days a week from 6am to 6pm on 9978 4081. For a full listing of all dog exercise areas in Mosman visit Council’s website mosman.nsw.gov.au/pets

Raising youth resilience

Community Roundtable

Council is reviewing input from its recent roundtable event where 60 community members representing a diverse array of community groups, businesses and local perspectives came together to identify the community’s strengths and build connections and resilience through an asset mapping process. The feedback received will help shape a roadmap for future community engagement and training to be delivered next year. To learn more or be involved in future Community Connections activities email a.tierney@mosman.nsw.gov.au

Council’s Youth Services team has been working to improve mental health outcomes for young people in Mosman. The team’s innovative programs have been developed in response to increasing mental health concerns as a result of COVID-19 and the findings of a recent major consultation with the area’s youth. The team has aligned a variety of existing programs such as the Green Thumbs youth volunteer gardeners and the Dungeons & Dragons social group with the issue and initiated several new programs which aim to improve resilience, connection and wellbeing. Recent programs have included the popular, award-winning Aunty Time resilience workshops and Year 12 & Beyond study stress program. Targeted initiatives being launched in 2023 include a new youth boxing program in Term 1, training for youth volunteers and other community-based youth support. For more information about Mosman Youth Services or to read the youth consultation report visit mosmanyouth.com.au

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Don't miss out on the many interesting events and activities taking place in Mosman over the next few months. Here are some highlights of what's on offer – visit events.mosman.nsw.gov.au for more.

Christmas Night Market Thursday 8 December, 4.30–9pm Mosman Square and Village Green Shopping for Christmas? Why not try the Christmas Night Market in Mosman where you can shop for quality, handmade goods from various skilled artisans. Find distinctive gifts and indulge in a selection of delicious food and beverage tastings. Entertainment includes live music, fun activities for the kids and a visit from Santa. For information call 9978 4178 or visit mosman.nsw.gov.au/markets

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MOSMAN DESIGN AWARDS

Christmas without waste Monday 12 December, 12–1pm, Mosman Square Seniors Centre Enjoy a guided discussion on how to waste less at Christmas. Share your ideas and learn some new tips on a more sustainable Christmas. The discussion will focus on working to reduce food waste, sustainable gift wrapping and reuse of what we already have. For more information and bookings visit events.mosman.nsw.gov.au

Carols at the Rotunda Saturday 17 December, 7.30–9.30pm, Balmoral Rotunda Gather to picnic, sing and celebrate the Christmas season at the popular Balmoral Carols. Remember to pack your picnic blanket and hop on a free shuttle bus which will operate via Spit Junction, Military Road and Raglan Street. For more information contact St Clements Church on 0499 681 888.

Architects, builders and homeowners will be able to enter the prestigious Mosman Design Awards from December 2022. Established in 2004, the awards have become a sought-after accolade for architects making outstanding contributions to the built environment and heritage in the Mosman area. Showcasing some of Sydney and Australia’s most impressive building design projects, the awards have gained a reputation for honouring the highest standards of building design. Any building project, small or large, that has been completed in the past four years in the Mosman area is eligible to be nominated and entry is free. A panel of three of Australia’s leading architects will judge entries. For more information and entry dates visit mosmandesignawards.com.au

Summer holiday activities Monday 9–Wednesday 25 January 2023 Barry O’Keefe Library and Mosman Youth Centre Bookings open 19 December for Mosman Library Service activities which include a range of fun programs for young children such as 3D printing, LEGO and craft activities, while young people aged 12 to 18 can choose from building and racing battery powered cars, a creative full-day podcasting workshop, joining a silent disco or learning about becoming a content creator from Youtuber JaWoodle. Young people in high school and Year 6 can also drop into Mosman Youth Centre from 16 January for a variety of fun and engaging activities or to just hang out with friends. Visit events.mosman.nsw.gov.au/holidays

Summer reading challenges Two summer reading challenges are being launched for local children and young people over summer at the Library. Children can participate in the annual Summer Reading Challenge, while teenagers can join the Yay for YA reading challenge. Prizes will be awarded during the challenge in addition to a grand prize at the end for those who have read the most titles. Register online for the challenges which take place on the Beanstack platform shorelink.beanstack.com/reader365 or download the Beanstack App for easy access and lots of great recommended reads.

Free e-waste drop-oﬀ Sunday 5 March 2023, 9am–4pm Civic Centre car park, The Crescent, Mosman Mosman Council is holding its free biannual e-waste collection in early March. The collection will take computers, laptops, monitors, TVs, DVD/CD/VHS media and players, printers, small electrical appliances, mobile phones, game consoles, microwaves, light bulbs, and computer peripherals. For more information visit mosman.nsw.gov.au/e-waste.

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Christmas Gift Appeal Council's Christmas Gift Appeal has opened with gifts this year going to families in need in Northern Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Residents can participate by placing a new, unwrapped gift under the Christmas tree in the Council foyer until Tuesday 13 December. Gifts for children and teenagers aged from 0 to 18 years are welcome, including toys, books, puzzles, science kits, sporting and beach gear, personal accessories and toiletries. The gifts will be donated to The Salvation Army for distribution across the region.

Mosman Chamber of Commerce has launched its latest campaign encouraging residents to support local businesses, especially in the lead-up to Christmas. The ‘Drop Your Dollars in Mosman’ campaign, supported by Mosman Council, includes cash prizes for shoppers and businesses. For a chance to win $500, shoppers need to spend money in Mosman until 31 December and scan or send a photo of their receipt showing the date of purchase and business name to 0428 670 410 along with their name and the name of the business. Watch out for the ‘Drop Your Dollars’ signs and QR codes around Mosman.

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