Out and About

Last Sunday I officially opened the Double Bay Public School Fete at Steyne Park. I would like to thank all the teachers and P&C members who helped organise this year’s fete, I know a lot of time and effort went into planning what was a very enjoyable day.  

Last Friday the Volunteers for Policing metropolitan Region Development Day was held at Council Chambers. The role of Volunteers in Policing or VIPs is extremely important to police and the community. As a part of the local community VIPs are able to provide information on a variety of fronts and are recognised as an integral part of the Local Area Command. VIPs currently work in over 120 locations throughout New South Wales.

Public Access to Paddington Right of Way

Woollahra Council has negotiated an agreement with the owners of 194 Glenmore Road on the granting of an easement to allow legal public access to the passageway between Glenmore Road and Cooper Street Paddington. Public access will be available from 7.00am - 8.00pm Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 9.00pm on Thursdays and 8.00am to 8.00pm on weekends and public holidays. Outside of these times, the gates will be locked. Council will be responsible for locking and unlocking the gates, and cleaning and maintenance of the passageway. Council will install a rubberised paving surface along the passageway to reduce pedestrian noise and a sign will be installed to request that people using it respect the peace of neighbouring properties. A payment of $105,000 + GST is proposed for the acquisition of the easement for public use from the property owners. A copy of the full recommendation and report can be viewed on Council's website.

Support Local Library Programs

Woollahra Council is seeking support from local businesses for our children’s and young adult library programs including the annual Summer Reading Club, school holiday activities, Children’s Book Club and the Children’s Writers and Readers program. Our programs encourage children to read and to foster a love of books and support their educational opportunities. If you would like to support any of these exciting programs, please contact Paula Pfoeffer on 9391 7100 by the end of November.

Living With Less Chemicals Workshop

On 27 November from 10.00am – 11.00am residents can learn how simple it is to make and use your own inexpensive 'green cleaning' products for the kitchen, bathroom, laundry and more. Teresa Rutherford from Compost Happens, will show you: how to make natural cleaning products, some tips to save money and the environment, and what chemicals can be found in your favourite products and how to find alternatives. This free workshop is being held at Woollahra Seniors and Community Centre, 334 Edgecliff Road, Woollahra. Bookings are essential, call 9391 7095 to book.

Emergency First Aid Training

Woollahra Council is running subsidised training in Emergency First Aid Training on 29 November from 9.00am - 5.00pm. The training will teach participants how to resuscitate babies and children, as well as what to do in a range of emergency situations such as choking, bleeding, dealing with allergic reactions and wound care. This session will also include a pool safety component and will be held at Woollahra Pre School, 512 New South Head Rd, Double Bay. Lunch and morning tea will be provided. Cost is $40 per person, and Childcare offered at the preschool at a rate of $48 (+ GST) per child. Bookings are essential. To reserve your place, call  9391 7166.

Community Christmas Concert

Bring the whole family to this free community Christmas concert on Sunday 22 November from 11.00am to 12.00pm at Alexander Hall, Kambala School, Tivoli Avenue, Rose Bay. Hosted by Ian Turpee, there’ll be performances by Rose Bay Secondary School Music Ensembles, Scots College Pipes and Drums and crooner band 'Under the Sun', and a special appearance by Santa Claus. This community event is free, but bookings are essential. For more information please contact Audrey Hogan on 9391 7166.

Jazz in the Garden

Welcome summer with an evening of superb live music under a starlight sky. Join jazz legend Vince Jones, multi-talented multi-genre songstress Katie Noonan with her Blackbird quintet, and newcomers Zoe and The Buttercups for a unique concert at Vaucluse House on Sunday 22 November from 6.00 to 9..00pm. Bring a rug, pack a picnic or take advantage of the selection of food and wine on sale. Tickets are now on sale at tickets.hht.net.au or call 8239 2211. For more info visit www.hht.net.au