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Fed up with congestion, Willoughby parents looked for a new approach to the school drop-off. Now it’s being deployed across the state.
May 22, 2026

Fed up with congestion, Willoughby parents looked for a new approach to the school drop-off. Now it’s being deployed across the state.

In New South Wales, the traditional kiss and ride is transforming.

Huw Bradshaw
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Chatswood pizzeria to face court over dough dispute
May 08, 2026

Chatswood pizzeria to face court over dough dispute

Fair Work is seeking fines of up to $218,000 following allegations of underpayment.

Huw Bradshaw
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WATCH: The Frank Lloyd Wright of the lower North Shore
May 04, 2026

WATCH: The Frank Lloyd Wright of the lower North Shore

Built in 1929, the Fishwick House is one of the most well-preserved works of Walter Burley and Marion Mahony Griffin.

Huw Bradshaw
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Developer denies Castlecrag tower meeting with Burley Griffin group was a facade
May 01, 2026

Developer denies Castlecrag tower meeting with Burley Griffin group was a facade

Locals are railing against the 150-apartment project, saying it doesn’t fit the area’s character.

Huw Bradshaw
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Two towers and 150 apartments: Contentious Castlecrag development explained
Apr 28, 2026

Two towers and 150 apartments: Contentious Castlecrag development explained

Residents, heritage enthusiasts and Willoughby City Council are opposed to the $106 million complex.

Huw Bradshaw
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This 70-year-old bowlo was set to be demolished. Now it’s having its grand re-opening
Mar 23, 2026

This 70-year-old bowlo was set to be demolished. Now it’s having its grand re-opening

Forgoing its traditional greens, the club will serve as an open community space.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
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How do you improve the nightlife in Chatswood?
Mar 10, 2026

How do you improve the nightlife in Chatswood?

Willoughby Council would like to see Victoria Avenue become the King Street of the North Shore.

Huw Bradshaw
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 Is time up for Chatswood’s Mandarin Centre? This developer thinks so
Mar 03, 2026

Is time up for Chatswood’s Mandarin Centre? This developer thinks so

The firm behind the redevelopment previously designed the world’s tallest building.

Huw Bradshaw
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Push to protect the North Shore cave where poet Henry Lawson used to dry out
Feb 17, 2026

Push to protect the North Shore cave where poet Henry Lawson used to dry out

Since the late 1990s, the site has been used for public poetry recitals and live music performances.

Huw Bradshaw
Local HistoryLocal History
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WATCH: The history of Northbridge Hotel
Feb 12, 2026

WATCH: The history of Northbridge Hotel

The hotel was opened in 1931 by Tooth & Co., a New South Wales beer brewer.

Huw Bradshaw
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Willoughby Squash squashed: court order grants approval for demolition
Dec 10, 2025

Willoughby Squash squashed: court order grants approval for demolition

With the closure of the lower North Shore club, local players may have no choice but to put the racquet down.

Huw Bradshaw
WilloughbyWilloughby
WATCH: Uncovering a time capsule in a Willoughby cave
Oct 23, 2025

WATCH: Uncovering a time capsule in a Willoughby cave

Joe was on a bushwalk when he stumbled upon this trove of (slightly) ancient artifacts in Willoughby.

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