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What’s on for August in the North Shore

What’s on for August in the North Shore

Scottish kings, model trains, ancient civilisations and tawny-frogmouths: the North Shore has it all in store for you this August.

Huw Bradshaw
Crows NestCrows Nest
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“The whole world of fine dining is in trouble”: Crows Nest loses Chef Hat-awarded restaurant facing 50% rent hike

“The whole world of fine dining is in trouble”: Crows Nest loses Chef Hat-awarded restaurant facing 50% rent hike

Speaking to the Lorikeet, Annata owner and general manager John Bligh expressed frustration at a rental economy that made it harder and harder for small businesses to compete with franchises and fast food chains.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Ringing in the new year with privatisation: North Sydney Council set to ticket popular New Years Eve spot

Ringing in the new year with privatisation: North Sydney Council set to ticket popular New Years Eve spot

This year, North Sydney Council will be charging $50 for access to Blues Point during New Years Eve celebrations.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Is it time for private schools like Shore and Redlands to pay council rates?

Is it time for private schools like Shore and Redlands to pay council rates?

While small businesses and residents foot the bill for infrastructure and services provided by local government, Sydney’s elite educational institutions remain exempt. One North Shore mayor thinks that should change.

Huw Bradshaw
Chatswood community preschool months from closure, as council gives lease to private daycare

Chatswood community preschool months from closure, as council gives lease to private daycare

While Willoughby councillors said they were securing a stronger financial position, local parents are not happy.

Huw Bradshaw
GuidesGuides
Family friendly events on in the North Shore this August

Family friendly events on in the North Shore this August

Lizards, tight ropes, the great outdoors: here are all the family-friendly events on in the North Shore this month.

Huw Bradshaw

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Food & DrinkFood & Drink
Where to grab brunch under $15 on the North Shore

Where to grab brunch under $15 on the North Shore

Nowadays it feels harder and harder to find a bacon and egg roll that won’t empty out your savings account. Here are nine spots on the North Shore where you can grab brunch for under $15.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
11 spots to find a sweet treat on the North Shore

11 spots to find a sweet treat on the North Shore

Looking for something sweet on a slow-moving afternoon?

Huw Bradshaw
Local NewsLocal News
“The rates are astronomical”: Mary’s House CEO on the reality of domestic and family violence on the North Shore

“The rates are astronomical”: Mary’s House CEO on the reality of domestic and family violence on the North Shore

“The long and the short of it is that there is not enough crisis accommodation anywhere in NSW, let alone metropolitan Sydney.”

Melissa Mantle
North SydneyNorth Sydney
North Sydney Council may soon start charging professional dog walkers

North Sydney Council may soon start charging professional dog walkers

Wedding companies, personal trainers and kayakers also face new fees.

Huw Bradshaw
WilloughbyWilloughby
WATCH: 125-year-old Chatswood fire station to be demolished

WATCH: 125-year-old Chatswood fire station to be demolished

Do we need to let go of the past and get on with the future, or is this just senseless destruction of history?

Huw Bradshaw
PoliticsPolitics
“Match words with action”: Nicolette Boele pushes for sanctions on Israel

“Match words with action”: Nicolette Boele pushes for sanctions on Israel

The new MP made the statement less than an hour after PM Anthony Albanese vowed to support recognition of a Palestinian state.

Huw Bradshaw
EnvironmentEnvironment
Why the North Shore's plastic ends up in the Southern Tablelands – and how producers are dodging the bill

Why the North Shore's plastic ends up in the Southern Tablelands – and how producers are dodging the bill

According to experts, those who make plastic must change their ways.

Huw Bradshaw
GuidesGuides
Family friendly events on in the North Shore this August

Family friendly events on in the North Shore this August

Lizards, tight ropes, the great outdoors: here are all the family-friendly events on in the North Shore this month.

Huw Bradshaw
Chatswood community preschool months from closure, as council gives lease to private daycare

Chatswood community preschool months from closure, as council gives lease to private daycare

While Willoughby councillors said they were securing a stronger financial position, local parents are not happy.

Huw Bradshaw
EnvironmentEnvironment
WATCH: Where do all the bush turkeys go when it rains?

WATCH: Where do all the bush turkeys go when it rains?

As it turns out, not far.

Huw Bradshaw
WilloughbyWilloughby
Shadow over Chatswood: Willoughby Councillor raises red flags over Chatswood’s high-rise boom

Shadow over Chatswood: Willoughby Councillor raises red flags over Chatswood’s high-rise boom

“You have to ask yourself: is this about providing affordable housing? Or is it just a better financial return for developers?”

Melissa Mantle
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Here’s why Kristyn travelled from St Ives to the city to join Sunday’s March for Humanity

Here’s why Kristyn travelled from St Ives to the city to join Sunday’s March for Humanity

“This isn't about borders or religion or race or any of those things that segregate human beings.”

Huw Bradshaw
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