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Archive - April 2021
30 Apr 2021
Managing Erosion Before and After Floods
Following severe flooding across large parts of NSW, Local Land Services is urging landholders to be on the lookout for riverbank erosion.29 Apr 2021
Council Calls for Removal of Shark Nets on the Northern Beaches
Northern Beaches Council is calling on the NSW government to remove shark nets on beaches in the Council area and replace them with a combination of modern and effective alternative shark mitigation strategies that maintain or improve swimmer safety and reduce unwanted by-catch of non-target species.28 Apr 2021
Call For Applications - New Local Land Services Board Chair Needed
Local Land Services is calling on passionate, innovative and highly experienced individuals to apply for the vacant Chair position of the Local Land Services Statewide Board.26 Apr 2021
Compost is Vital to Good Soil Health and Climate Resilience
The effects of climate change have become more apparent in recent years, through changes in average temperatures and more frequent and intense extreme weather events such as severe droughts and floods.24 Apr 2021
Australian Military Bank Welcomes Action on Veteran Suicide in Australia
Australian Military Bank welcomes the announcement from the Australian Government regarding the high rates of suicide within the Veteran community and looks forward to seeing tangible outcomes for impacted Australians who serve our country and their families.24 Apr 2021
Short+Sweet 2021 Celebrates Return with 2020 Hindsight
Short+Sweet Sydney returns in 2021 with a brilliant new festival, a heap of exciting initiatives and a massive feast of theatrical talent to tempt any taste!24 Apr 2021
Using Transport Data to Keep You Moving
How can technology deliver better and safer transport options?22 Apr 2021
Fans Delight at Successful Pro Surf Event Return to North Narrabeen
Professional surfing had a triumphant comeback to the Northern Beaches after a two-decade hiatus with the second round of the World Surf League event attracting over 20,000 spectators.20 Apr 2021
2021 Community Building Partnership Program Now Open
Stuart Ayres MP, Minister for Jobs, Investment, Tourism and Western Sydney today announced applications are now open for the 2021 Community Building Partnership program, unlocking $27.9 million for community infrastructure projects across NSW.17 Apr 2021
Save Time, Do It Online - Free VPIT Training Available
Local Land Services (LLS) has urged landholders to make the most of its free, online Vertebrate Pesticide Induction Training (VPIT) course as autumn baiting kicks into gear.15 Apr 2021
Apply Now for a NSW Government Scholarship to Support Apprentices
Stuart Ayres MP, Minister for Jobs, Investment, Tourism and Western Sydney, announced this week that the NSW Government is providing $1.5 million to assist apprentices through the annual Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarship program.15 Apr 2021
Audio Journeys to get you Wandering
Fictional Manly stories to excite the senses-for locals, visitors and armchair explorers alike.10 Apr 2021
New CSIRO Tool to Combat Australia's #1 Diet Issue
Low nutrient, high kilojoule food continues to be the top choice for Australians, with new research from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, showing that nearly four out of five people are overindulging in junk foods every day.9 Apr 2021
Best Practice Guidelines for the Safe Restraint of Children Travelling in Motor Vehicles
The National Guidelines for the Safe Restraint of Children Travelling in Motor Vehicles has been updated by Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) and Kidsafe Australia.8 Apr 2021
Ruby Productions Presents Yentl
ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY LEAH NAPOLIN AND ISAAC BASHEVIS SINGERDIRECTED BY ANTHONY BROWN
For the first time on an Australian stage!
1 Apr 2021
Curtain Closes on Quietest Fire Season in a Decade
Yesterday marked the official end to the quietest fire season in more than a decade, a stark contrast to the devastating 2019/20 season.1 Apr 2021