You can find out what’s on at Council-run theatres and art galleries. Or you can join workshops and hear artists' or writers’ talks, provide feedback on development and policies, or have an input into Council projects. Maybe you need information about road closures. You’ll find announcements on all these and more...
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Radical state planning changes to create medium and higher density housing
A major announcement from the NSW Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) could see an explosion of medium and higher...
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Rock solid tribute to the ‘Godfather’ of Australian surfing
Local surfing legend Midget Farrelly, dubbed the ‘Godfather’ of Australian surfing, will be honoured with a rock carving at Palm...
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Council partners with Ausgrid in smart street lighting upgrade
Council is partnering with Ausgrid to install smart-street LED lighting on main roads across the northern beaches
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Manly Federation Boardwalk temporary closures
Manly Federation Boardwalk will be temporarily closed around Boxing Day and New Year's Eve to manage crowd safety.
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Run with Nedd – if he can, anyone can
You may have heard of Nedd Brockmann. Some would say he’s that crazy guy who ran from Perth to Sydney...
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Seahorses return to Clontarf tidal pool, with new babies!
Endangered White’s Seahorses have once again returned to the calm and sheltered waters of Clontarf tidal pool.
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New playground for Collaroy kids in Griffith Park, Collaroy
The renewal of Griffith Park Playground in Collaroy has come just in time for the school holidays.
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Sharing Christmas cheer: Our Meals on Wheels seniors’ favourite traditions
We are well and truly into the festive season, and to celebrate we sat down with our Meals on Wheels...
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Council operating hours this festive season
Many of our facilities remain open for your enjoyment over the holiday period, including our wonderful aquatic centres and libraries. ...
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Your complete guide to New Year’s Eve on the Northern Beaches
There’s no better way to ring in the New Year than with a fireworks display and we have the complete...