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...
Are you ready for the next emergency?
Our community took a battering this year from wild weather events and flooding. For many of us, it showed just...
Public holiday opening hours
Australians have been given a public holiday on Thursday 22 September for a National Day of Mourning for Her Majesty...
Spring school holiday survival guide
Wondering how you’re going to keep the kids entertained these holidays? Don’t panic, we’ve got you covered with this action-packed...
Vale Queen Elizabeth II
Today Australians join the world in mourning the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. For over 70 years she has been...
Report a pothole
Come across a pothole that needs fixing? Potholes are repaired by either Council or NSW government teams depending on their location...
Your chance for input on the conservation zones review
As Northern Beaches Council moves towards developing a single planning system for our whole Council area, as required by the...
Construction underway for new Duffys Forest rural fire station
We’re upgrading the Duffys Forest Rural Fire Brigade building. The fire station, located on Anembo Road, was originally constructed in...
How something as simple as painted rocks became our Community Event of the Year
As you walk along the tracks and trails of the Northern Beaches, keep your eyes peeled as you are bound...
Nominate your local Northern Beaches ‘eco-hero’
Do you know someone who deserves acknowledgment for outstanding environmental and conservation efforts to protect the Northern Beaches? Many of...
Help us safeguard children and young people
This week is National Child Protection Week (Sunday 4 – Saturday 10 September) and this year’s theme shines a light...
Enjoy the luminous works of New York based artist outside Manly Art Gallery & Museum
New York based artist Simone Douglas has returned to her hometown to install stunning artworks on the façade of Manly...
Hundreds of native fauna that call Northern Beaches home
Spring is breeding season for many of our local wildlife, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled when walking...
New trial to super-charge the uptake of electric vehicles
Charging your electric vehicle (EV) will soon be easier thanks to a new EV charging trial funded by the Australian...
5 amazing photos from our local history archives
There’s something so fascinating about historical photos from times gone by. You can see the incredible transformation of places and...
Celebrating Biodiversity Month with surprising facts about our natural environment
September not only marks the beginning of spring, it’s also the beginning of a unique celebration for our natural environment...
Bobby swam in every rockpool in NSW - and became your Citizen of the Year
Like so many of us, Bobby Lehane had a big goal for 2021 – but his was really big. He...
Finding solutions for overcrowding on Church Point’s Commuter Wharf
The Church Point Commuter Wharf is an important transport hub for the local offshore community, Church Point residents, visitors, and...
Beach season kicks off at Freshie and Dee Why
It’s time to dig out your beach towel, sunscreen, and thongs as the red and yellow flags have been put up...
Golden girl instrumental in establishing Mona Vale library
It is hard to believe Mona Vale Library is celebrating its 50th anniversary and it was made possible thanks to...
Last minute gift ideas for Father’s Day
Father's Day is this Sunday 4 September and if you need a last minute gift idea, you can get your...