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Newsletter of Sutherland Shire Council
OUR SHIRE
May/June 2013
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
WHAT’S INSIDE
The Ridge 18 h
ole
Golf Course is
open for play.
See details on
page 9.
Mayor Kent Johns, students from Gymea Technology High School - debutante Skylor Bradley and her partner Hayden
Clifford, and Sutherland Shire Family Services Manager Kathy Jones gearing up for a memorable Mayoral Ball.
MAYORAL BALL TO SUPPORT
A GREAT CAUSE
Proceeds from Sutherland Shire Council’s 2013 Mayoral Ball to be held Saturday
1 June will go to Sutherland Shire Family Services.
Sutherland Shire Family Services is a community based, not-for-profit organisation which
provides a range of innovative and professional services to children, young people and
families living in the Sutherland Shire and St George area.
Funds from the Mayoral Ball will directly support the ‘Growing Respect - Love Bites’
program and ‘Angel Blankets’ program in high schools across the Sutherland Shire.
You can support the Sutherland Family Services by attending the 37th Mayoral Ball
at the Sutherland Entertainment Centre on Saturday 1 June. This year’s Ball will be a
masquerade themed extravaganza with entertainment, a silent auction, mystery prizes
and more.
Tickets are $95 per person which includes a pre-dinner drink, three course meal and live
entertainment. Phone 9710 0554 to order your Mayoral Ball tickets.
A special
thanks to our
Mayoral Ball
sponsors:
The Leader, Tradies,
Lots of Watts and
Cliff Lewis Printing
NEW DRAFT LOCAL
ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN
To better manage Sutherland Shire’s built
and natural environment and accommodate
population growth over the next two
decades, Sutherland Shire Council has
developed a new draft Local Environmental
Plan (LEP) which has been on public
exhibition from Tuesday 19 March to
Wednesday 1 May, 2013.
The new LEP seeks to simplify council’s
planning framework where currently four
different environmental plans apply to the
Shire. The single plan will have implications
for all property owners and they have been
encouraged to review the draft LEP and
provide feedback to council.
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SHIRE UPDATESHIRE UPDATE
SHIRE UPDATE
Council’s energy savings
A comprehensive review of Sutherland Shire Council’s
2012/13 budget has highlighted considerable cost savings
that have been made.
“A combination of reduced expenditure across a number of
council business units, combined with a focus on energy
efficiency initiatives has delivered $633,523 in savings, to
fund future infrastructure and capital works programs.” said
Sutherland Shire Mayor, Kent Johns.
BUDGET ON EXHIBITION
Sutherland Shire Council has prepared a Draft Operational Plan
in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act
1993. The documents that outline council’s proposed budget, its
revenue and rating policy and its planned activities for 2013/14
are on exhibition until 5pm Monday, 13 May 2013. They can
be viewed at 4-20 Eton Street, Sutherland, council libraries and/
or council’s website. Written submissions should be sent to
General Manager JW Rayner, Locked Bag 17, Sutherland 1499.
Submissions close at 5pm on Monday, 13 May 2013.
Apply Online for your Roads
Act Application
Did you know that you can now make your Roads Act
application online?
The use of a public place for private purposes requires approval
from council. These applications include the following:
• driveways (when installing a new driveway over a council
nature strip)
• road openings (for plumbing, utility and other connections
where council’s asset/nature strip needs to be excavated)
• cranes and concrete pumps (for the temporary use of the
nature strip or road for standing of cranes, concrete pumps,
or other mobile equipment)
• work zones (use of the roadway for construction purposes
and or for the loading/unloading of vehicles)
• hoardings (the erection of an ‘A’ Class or ‘B’ Class hoarding
necessary for construction activities).
Online submission is quick, easy and application fees can be
paid online. Look under ‘Apply for it’ on council’s website
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
Urban Activation Precincts
Late last year the NSW Government introduced the Urban
Activation Precincts initiative to facilitate growth in locations
that benefit from public transport, deliver quality living
environments and boost employment opportunities. Growth
will be backed by State investment in infrastructure and grants
to local government to meet infrastructure needs.
After much deliberation, council has nominated two areas
to be Urban Activation Precincts: Caringbah-Miranda
and Sutherland-Kirrawee-Loftus. Both of these areas are
considered to be well serviced and accessible locations.
Report It App
Have you noticed a problem in the community
such as dumped rubbish, potholes or graffiti?
There are a few ways to notify council, but if
you have a smart phone handy the easiest way
is to download the Report It app, and log it with
council straight away. You can even attach an image to the
report to assist in identifying the problem. Once a report is
logged you are issued a CRMS number to track the progress of
the problem. Available on iOS App store and Android Play.
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Sutherland Shire Mayor, Kent Johns said the new LEP addresses
many of the inefficiencies of the current environmental plans
and also seeks to provide better opportunities for employment,
encourage greater choice in housing and better utilise town
centres with their transport options.
“A lot of work has gone into the draft LEP to ensure it strikes
the right balance between retaining and improving the enviable
lifestyle and work benefits we have here in the Shire as well
as making certain we plan for the future needs of our growing
population,” the Mayor said.
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Development Bonds
Have you completed your development and not applied to
get your bond back? If you provided council with a bond in
accordance with a development consent condition and have
completed the development, you can now apply online for
the release of your bond. Look under ‘Apply for it’ on council’s
website www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au or alternatively drop
into council’s Customer Service Centre and fill out a Bond
Release Form.
Key initiatives of the LEP include:
• Changes to town centres and surrounds to increase
residential and commercial opportunities
• Removing some restrictions on dual occupancies, villas,
townhouses and units
• Increasing permissible floor space ratio for family homes
• More flexible landscape requirements for property owners
• Changes to the approach to managing foreshore areas
• Wider employment uses in some industrial areas.
Council will now consider all submissions before a decision
is made on the final content of the draft LEP.
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Have you heard about Toddler Tuesdays at Cronulla? Your
toddler will love the fun new play area open each Tuesday
during school terms. The undercover fenced play area gives
toddlers plenty of room to explore. Mums, dads and carers can
relax in the adjoining seating, make new friends, meet up with
old ones and enjoy our relaxed lifestyle at Cronulla Plaza.
When: Every Tuesday during school terms (to mid November)
Time:9.30am-1pm
SHIRE SHIRE
UPDATE
UPDATE
Free Toddler Activities
Where: Pavilion Stage, Cronulla Plaza
Cost:
Free, no bookings required
Details:www.cronullabeachcbd.com.au
DROP-IN COMPUTER HELP
Sutherland Library - Wednesdays 10am-12noon
and 2pm-4pm
Menai Library - Tuesdays and Thursdays 2pm-4pm
During the drop-in sessions, council staff offer assistance
with basic computer tasks:
Make Mum’s Day
• obtaining an email address
Shoppers will have the opportunity to thank mum for all her hard
work at the Cronulla Mother’s Day Giveaway.
• transferring photos from a camera to a computer
• attaching photos to an email
• completing online forms
Users with less common questions are encouraged to ring ahead
so an appropriate staff member can be allocated. Laptop owners
are encouraged to bring their computer along when they attend
Drop-In Computer Help.
Child Health
and Well Being
Forum
Sutherland Shire Council’s
Children’s Services, in
conjunction with Community
Health professionals, will be
hosting a Child Health and
Well Being Forum. A mustattend event for parents of
children 0-5 years. Hear
from experts in the fields of
nutrition, occupational therapy,
speech pathology, paediatric
physiotherapy, oral health,
psychological health plus general child and family health.
The forum will be held at 6.30pm, Wednesday 22 May at
Engadine Community Centre. Childcare is available on the
night, bookings essential.
For more details and to book please call 9710 0827 or visit
council’s website.
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au From 29 April to 12 May, shoppers who spend $50 in any
Cronulla Beach CBD business can go in the draw to win for
mum. The first prize winner will receive every Mum’s dream
gift; the services of a cleaner each fortnight for a year.
Runner up prizes include gift vouchers for Cronulla Beach &
Street, Tamarind Day Spa, Kinetic Martial Arts, Syltoria Hair
Glamour and Refresh Face and Body.
View full details online at www.cronullabeachcbd.com.au.
Audio description available at
Sutherland Entertainment Centre
Audio description is available at the Sutherland Entertainment
Centre for selected performances by Miranda Musical Society
and Engadine Musical Society. Vision Australia provides this free
service for people with vision impairment wanting to enjoy a
live theatre experience.
Audio description brings transitions, movements, gestures,
props, settings, costumes and scenery vividly and succinctly
to life during pauses in on stage dialogue. Delivered by highly
trained Vision Australia audio describers and transmitted by a
small radio receiver and single earpiece, it allows people with
vision impairment to sit in any area of the theatre.
Please state that you require audio description when placing
your booking.
Miranda Musical Society is showing Phantom of the Opera
in September 2013, call 8814 5827 to book. Engadine
Musical Society is showing Wizard of Oz in May 2013,
call 1300 616 063 to book.
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COUNCIL Projects
SHIRE
Council
UPDATE
projects
Walk easy
with new footpaths
Prince Edward Park Seawall
Sutherland Shire Council’s upgrade of Prince Edward Park was completed earlier
this year. The environmentally friendly upgrade has ensured the protection of the
Woronora foreshore, improved the appearance of the seawall and enhanced the
usability for recreation and public use. This picturesque park is now well equipped to
enjoy picnics and water activities, with the following works included in the upgrade:
• sandstone wall designed to armour the shoreline from erosion and concrete
retaining walls that allow planting of intertidal flora
• stairs with handrails to enable safe access to the riverbed
• a ramp to allow safe access to the river for kayaks and high tide access
to the water for the mobility impaired
• viewing platforms / decks
• a river edge pathway
• mooring cleats to allow small craft to be safely secured
• picnic furniture
• intertidal ecosystem of saltmarsh planting
As part of the council’s ongoing
footpath revitalisation program,
new paths are being constructed
in various locations throughout the
Shire. Ahead of schedule, due to
savings in the program this year,
work on the following footpaths is
underway:
• Bega Road, from Wiak Road
to Wattle Street, Jannali
• Taren Point Road, between
Toorak Avenue and Parraweena
Road, Taren Point
• Vernon Avenue, from Matong
Place to Ellesmere Road,
Gymea Bay
• Thurlgona Road, between
Lewarra Street and Cooriengah
Heights Road, Engadine
• Kirrawee Avenue, between
Forest Road and President
Avenue, Kirrawee
Gymea Shopping
Centre Upgrade
The revitalisation of Gymea Shopping Centre is
just months away from completion, with work
recommencing at the northern end of the centre
in April.
The work will contribute to creating a vibrant village
atmosphere and enhancing the economic viability
of Gymea. There is better access for pedestrians
with varying degrees of mobility, new parking and
street tree planting, wider footpaths and more
opportunities for outdoor dining.
Since beginning the project the scope has increased
by 35 per cent as opportunities have arisen for
further improvements to designs.
Recent work includes:
• re-establishing the work site at the northern
end of the shopping centre
• installation of a raised pedestrian crossing
connecting the east and west sides of Gymea
Bay Road, adjacent to Warburton Street
• start of work on the rail bridge including
footpath widening, realignment of the threshold
crossing, pavement work and a new safety
barrier
• further work in drainage, kerb and gutter,
pavement landscaping and new street furniture
• the switch over to underground power supply
and removal of power poles.
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About your council
ABOUT YOUR COUNCIL
the ridge golf course
A SPORTING HAVEN IN THE SHIRE
The Ridge Golf Course is part of Council’s Ridge Sports Complex. Home of an 18 hole championship standard golf course, a 52 bay
golf driving range, a synthetic athletic track, six playing fields and 12 netball courts.
The completion of the Ridge Sports Complex was marked on the 2 February 2013 when golfers were able to enjoy the final nine
holes of the 18 hole golf course.
The Ridge boasts the most comprehensive team of PGA Members in Australia. Led by renowned Head Professionals Gary Booby
and Kurt Stegbauer, the team also includes the current state and national women’s coach, and 2012 NSW/ACT Teacher of the Year,
Denise Hutton alongside Glenn Whittle, Darren Chapman and Sports Psychologist Dr Michael Martin.
THE DRIVING RANGE
The Ridge Golf Driving Range is considered one of the most state-of-the-art golfing
venues in Sydney. It features 52 floodlight bays over two tiers. The covered complex
includes a range of seven target greens, electronic ball dispensers and a purpose-built
coaching studio exclusive to the Sutherland Shire Golf Academy. The Ridge also has
one of the best short game areas in Australia.
The driving range is open until 9pm weeknights and 8pm weekends.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP
If you would like to join our email
subscription list in order to receive
news about the range and membership
updates please visit the Club
Membership section of our website
www.theridgegolf.com.au.
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au The Ridge Golf Course is located at The Ridge Sports Complex,
Recreation Drive, off New Illawarra Road, Barden Ridge. For more information
about facilities at The Ridge Golf Course, opening hours and fees visit
www.theridgegolf.com.au or call 02 9541 4960.
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Environment
ENVIRONMENT
New water
refilling
station at
Cronulla
Park
Sutherland Shire Council
Community Nursery
Council’s Community Plant Nursery has been open since 1973
and has been a cornerstone in the upkeep of some of our most
loved gardens and bushland reserves across the Shire.
It was once a plant nursery that propagated and supplied a vast
range of native and exotic horticultural favourites for Council’s
gardens and sold to the general public, it has become a hub for
the propagation of local native plants which originate from the
Sutherland Shire area.
Fill up on fresh, free
drinking water when
visiting Cronulla Park
by using the new
water refilling station.
The Sutherland
Environment Centre
has donated the water
station to Sutherland
Shire Council to
assist in minimising
the amount of plastic
bottles going to landfill
and improve access
to drinking water. The
water refilling station is wheelchair accessible
and includes a refill tap and drinking fountain
that provides filtered water.
Some of the many programs that the nursery is famous for
includes the annual rate payers giveaway, the Greenweb
program, the volunteer Bushcare program, National Tree Day,
Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony, as well as the provision
of plants to a variety of schools and community groups within
the Shire.
In 2012 the nursery provided the following number of plants:
Bushcare volunteer program
12,469
Rate payers annual tubestock give away
9,380
Greenweb
9,158
Schools and community groups
1,861
The Council nursery staff are assisted greatly by a team of
dedicated nursery volunteers. Last year 284 volunteers
dedicated 1850 hours to the production of over 200 individual
species of native plants.
If you’re in the market for a local native plant or would like to
join our nursery volunteer program, visit the Sutherland Shire
Council Community Nursery, 345 The Boulevarde Gymea.
Open 7am-3pm, Monday to Friday; call 9524 5672.
Workshops
Sustainable Craft Sessions
Bookings for each session open four weeks before each activity.
Book online through the library website or call 9710 0351.
May: Recycled Paper Craft
Engadine Library - Saturday 11 May, 9.30am-11.45am
$7 per person
Create unique and environmentally friendly decorations at
this recycled paper workshop. It is suitable for all skill levels.
Participants are asked to bring scissors.
June: DIY Book Terrariums
Engadine Library - Tuesday 11 June, 6.15pm-7.45pm
$7 per person
Practice every step needed to create your very own book
terrarium using old or damaged books. All materials including
the books will be provided, as well as notes to take home.
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BUSHWALKS AND
GUIDED TOURS
NOXIOUS WEED PROFILE: BITOU BUSH
Bitou Bush, the scourge of the coastal belt, has been
in Australia since 1908 where it was discovered at
Stockton, NSW. Bitou Bush’s properties as a sand
stabiliser became evident during the 1940s to 1960s
when it was planted widely along the east coast of
Australia. Today Bitou Bush is a recognised noxious
weed species due to its highly invasive nature and
ability to decimate remnant native vegetation.
CASIL DUNE TO COAST WALK
Tuesday 28 May 8.30am – 12.30pm
If you would like to know more about Sutherland Shire Council’s Bitou Bush control
program, or would like to join the fight against the coastal weed menace, you can
attend the following coastal Bushcare sites:
•Wanda Beach, meeting first Saturday and third Wednesday of the month at 8.30am
•John McKinn Park, meeting first Sunday of the Month at 1pm For further information, please contact Bushcare on 9524 5672.
Sutherland Shire Council’s
Pest Species Unit has received
grant funding from NSW Trade
& Investment’s Crown Lands
Department to undertake pest
animal and noxious weed control at
numerous sites throughout the Shire.
Control programs will be implemented
on Crown land reserves in Waterfall,
Bangor, Maianbar, the Woronora
Valley, Lucas Heights, Bundeena,
Kurnell and Grays Point. For further
information, please contact council’s
Pest Species Unit on 9524 5672.
FREE COURSES
introduction to bush
regeneration course
Saturdays 4 & 11 May 8.30am – 4pm
Located at the Sutherland Shire
Community Nursery, 345 The
Boulevarde, Gymea. Bushcare’s free
two day course consists of weed
identification and bush regeneration
techniques. Wear sturdy shoes or boots,
long-sleeved shirt and long trousers for
the afternoon field trip practical session.
Bangor to menai loop trail
Tuesday 5 June 9am – 12.30pm
Meeting opposite the tennis courts on
Yala Road, Bangor. We’ll be trekking
down into the ‘lost world’ of Still Creek
and escaping the rat race, before
emerging at Menai. We will then make
our return, sampling a number of
bushland fragments and Bushcare sites
along the way. The walk is of medium
grade with a few steep sections. Footwear
with good grip is advised.
PEST SPECIES
GRANT CONTROL
The grant, totalling $84,281, will
be utilised in undertaking deer, fox,
goat and noxious and environmental
weed control as part of council’s pest
species control programs to protect
endangered ecological communities
and threatened species.
Walk through the beautiful sand dunes to
Boat Harbour. See the spring flowers of
the Kurnell area and the best view in the
Sutherland Shire. This guided walk will
look at a variety of native and exotic weed
species within the Kurnell Peninsula. This
walk is graded easy/medium with some
sections in soft sand.
BUSHCARE
BUSHCARE
The Long Way Round walk,
lucas heights
Wednesday 19 June 8.30am – 2.30pm
TRACK CARE TEAM
PAVING THE WAY
Sutherland Shire Council is being
assisted by a large number of the local
mountain biking community to help
restore and preserve the Lucas Heights
Conservation Area. To date, the volunteer
group has dedicated over 300 hours
of work towards with the project, with
some days attracting a group of
30 people.
To participate in one of council’s free
track building workshops, contact
Bushcare on 9524 5672.
FIND US ON
FACEBOOK
This 7km loop trail walk will take you
to a well kept council secret, the Lucas
Heights Conservation Area. The walk
is long, graded medium and has a few
steep inclines. Bring your walking shoes:
morning tea, lunch and water.
Bird watching walk:
wattamolla to eagle rock
Saturday 22 June 8am – 3pm
Meet at the Wattamolla Beach car park,
nearest the creek, for a walk south along
the Royal National Park coast with noted
bird expert, Steve Anyon-Smith. There
should be lots of birds including albatross
and maybe even a whale or two. Bring
morning tea, lunch and water. National
Parks parking fees apply.
“Sutherland Shire Bushcare”
Don’t forget, our Facebook page
“Sutherland Shire Bushcare” is a hub
to share information, photographs and
video amongst users. It’s easy, just log
on to facebook, search for “Sutherland
Shire Bushcare” and “like” the page.
Please note that bookings are essential for all activities. Phone Bushcare on 9524 5672.
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WASTE
WASTE
WASTE MANAGEMENT
BOOKLET
Keep an eye out for your new
2013/2014 Waste Management
Booklet, which will be delivered
mid June. Place the booklet on your
refrigerator for a quick reference guide
to waste services available to Shire
residents. The Waste Management
Booklet provides details on the
chemical cleanout service, wood
chipping service, sharps drop off
points, household clean-up, waste
wise living workshops and contains
useful recycling information.
clean up australia day 2013
A big thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Clean Up Australia Day, on
Sunday 3 March.
Participants from three to 85 years of age across the Shire got their hands dirty for a
great cause. Community groups, individuals, school children, Cubs, Girl Guide groups
and local members of parliament all joined together to make it a successful day.
A total of 5.28 tonnes of rubbish was collected, not including the 44 schools and
several other community groups who disposed of their own rubbish.
A big pat on the back to all involved and let’s all continue to work together throughout
the year to keep the Shire and Australia beautiful.
CHEMICAL CLEANOUT
The Chemical CleanOut service held
in Miranda in February again proved
to be popular. Residents took the time
to clean out their sheds and under
kitchen and laundry sinks to dispose
of unwanted chemicals and there was
an impressive response to the service.
85 tonnes of hazardous material was
collected and so did not end up in
landfill. Materials dropped off included
paint, fire extinguishers, pesticides,
pharmaceuticals and fluro tubes.
INTERNATIONAL COMPOSTING AWARENESS WEEK
6-12 MAY 2013
Make this May the month you ‘May-ke’ a change. Help celebrate along with the rest of
Australia in sending less to our landfills and filling up our compost bins.
Sutherland Shire Council encourages composting all year round with residents invited
to attend one of our regular free Compost and Worm Farming workshops. Learn how
the right combination of vegetable and fruit scraps from your kitchen, mixed with
refuse from your garden, can make beautiful, nutrient rich compost. You will also
receive a free compost bin or worm farm.
Composting not only reduces organic materials ending up in landfill, but it also
reduces global warming and produces free fertiliser for your garden.
For information about our workshops visit our website or call Waste Services on
9710 5782. *Please note bookings for workshops are only accepted three weeks
prior to the workshop date.
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E-WASTE
COLLECTION
SERVICE
The E-Waste
collection in
Miranda held in
February attracted
217 users; taking the time to
ensure their e-waste was going to be
disposed of and recovered rather than
sent to landfill. Items collected included
televisions and computers for recycling.
Visit www.sita.com.au for more
information on free e-waste disposal.
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STYLISH WORKSHOPS IN MAY
Shire libraries are holding workshops to help women get their
style and shopping in order. Run by image professional Julie
Rollinson, owner of ‘Drab2Fab’, these workshops are sure to
be a fun and motivational time for everyone.
Call 9710 0351 for bookings or go online.
Mothers and Daughters Styling
Workshop – Looking Good at any Age
Friday 10 May 10.30am-12noon, Miranda Library
(next to Westfield Miranda)
Cinema Under the Stars
Saturday 4 May
Rug up and bring the whole family to see Dreamworks’ Puss
in Boots at Cinema Under the Stars in Cooper Street Reserve,
Engadine. There will be a jumping castle, food stalls and
refreshments from 4pm, with the movie starting at 6pm.
Cooper Street Reserve has a playground, liberty swing, BBQ
facilities, a bike/walking trail, skate park and amenities. Bring
a picnic rug, your own low chairs and enjoy a fantastic night
outdoors at the movies.
$15 per person, bookings essential.
WHAT’S ON IN THE SHIRE
What’s on in the shire
Mother’s Day is an
excellent time to
pamper your mum
with a thoughtful
gift to make her
feel special. In this
styling workshop
you and your mum
will learn what
colours and clothing
styles suit your body
shape, lifestyle and
personality. Morning
tea and a lucky door
prize will be provided.
Mix and Max:
Discover How
to Buy Less and
Style More
Thursday 23 May
6.30pm-8.30pm,
Sutherland Library
$15 per person, bookings essential.
Coffee Festival at Peace Park
Sunday 7 July 10am-4pm
Sutherland Shire Council’s annual Coffee Festival at Peace Park
in Sutherland showcases the best baristas and gourmet food plus
independent hip hop, rock and acoustic artists on two stages.
A new feature this year is
the skate park, with learnto-skate workshops and
skate demonstrations. For
the kids there is craft, facepainting and reptile shows
throughout the day.
Expressions of interest are open for coffee and food stalls, with
priority given to local businesses. Contact Council on 9710 0161.
Have you ever wondered why some women look styled
and ‘put together’ from their hair and make-up to their
clothing choice?
If you find yourself staring in the closet each morning and
frustrated with having nothing to wear, you haven’t learned
the key secrets to looking great and building a great wardrobe.
Learn the 10 ‘must-have’ items you need and how to adapt
to fashion trends.
How to Look and Feel Fabulous After 40
Thursday 30 May 6.30pm-8.30pm, Sutherland Library
$15 per person, bookings essential.
Research says ‘midlife’ and retired women have the finances,
freedom and life experiences to ‘have it all’, yet many are
stressed and feel totally invisible. In this fun, informative
seminar Julie provides a realistic insight into the challenges
faced by women over 40 and how an image professional can
accommodate their needs and take them from frumpy
to fabulous.
EVENTS IN THE SHIRE List your event free on www.visittheshire.com.au to reach more 10,000 people a month.
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WHAT’S ON IN THE SHIRE
CALENdAR
1
2
Check in for a
high tea at the
Camellia Gardens
Teahouse
Top 10 things to
do this winter!
3
Rug up and
explore the
Shire’s many
outdoor markets
monday
tuesday
wednesday
29
30
1
thursday
friday
2
3
Prêt à Porter
screening
4
Don’t miss the whales
migrating along the
coast - a great spot
for viewing is Cape
Solander, Kurnell
saturday
sunday
4
5
Introduction to Bush
Regeneration Course
Cinema Under the
Stars: Puss in Boots
MAy
Indulge at Nina’s
chocolates and
shop at Gymea
Preparing for the
Future – Funeral
Planning Information
Fashion Fest + Wild
Ones Art & Design
Market
Breakfast at Tiffany’s
screening
Prêt à Porter
screening
Child Restraint
Check
6
In the Mood
For Love screening
7
Toddler Tuesdays
Author Talk:
Dominic Dunne
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9
Jane Austin
Book Group
Nursery
Propagation
Bushcare
Workshop
In the Mood
For Love screening
10
11
Mothers and
Daughters Styling
Workshop
Gymea Bay Loop
Bushwalk
Neil Simon’s They’re
Playing Our Song
12
Mothers
Day
Recycled Paper
Craft
Introduction to
Bush Regeneration
Course
International Composting Awareness Week
13
Mrs Carey’s
Concert screening
14
Toddler Tuesdays
HSC Lecture Business Studies
15
HSC Lecture - Acing
Your Trial
16
17
Mrs Carey’s
Concert screening
Advanced
Care Information
Session
Ian Fleming:
Celebrating 60 Years
of Bond
HSC Lecture Business Studies
Bush track building
and maintenance
workshop
18
Home & Hosed
exhibition opens
19
Marian Drew
exhibition opens
Annual Library Book Sale
Wizard of Oz
20
Author Talk:
Pamela Cook
Cries and Whispers
screening
21
Toddler Tuesdays
Jane Austin
Book Group
22
23
Child Health and
Wellbeing Forum
Mix and Max:
Discover How to
Buy Less and Style
More!
The Long Way Round
bushwalk
Movie Day: Lincoln
Nursery
Propagation
24
25
26
1
2
David Williamson’s
The Club
Fabric silk screen
printing
National Simultaneous
Cries and Whispers
Storytime
screening
HSC Lecture - English
Belonging
27
All About My Mother
screening
28
Toddler Tuesdays
29
Preschool Program
Casil dune to
coast walk
30
How to Look
and Feel
Fabulous After 40
Sutherland
Shire Council
Business Link
31
Mayoral Ball
Native Plant
Identification
workshop: Kurnell
Peninsula
Describing
the Body
All About My Mother
screening
BUSHCARE CALL 9524 5672 CHILDREN’S SERVICES CALL 9710 0827
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Communications & Events CALL 9710 0513 CRONULLA BEACH CBD CALL 9527 2100 FAMILY DAY CARE/VACATION CARE CALL 9710 0466
HAZELHURST REGIONAL GALLERY & ARTS CENTRE CALL 8536 5700 LIBRARY SERVICES CALL 9710 0351
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www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
6
Re-discover your
own backyard
on a “Shire
Day Tour” with
Canons Shuttles
7
Book into one
of the cosy
B&Bs in the
Shire and
rejuvenate
8
9
Head to Como
for a walk and
lunch
Learn more
about
science on
an ANSTO
tour
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
3
4
5
6
7
HSC Lecture - Society
& Culture
Bangor to Menai
Loop Trail
Budget Savings for
Pensioners Information
Seminar
11
12
13
The Angels’ Share
screening
10
The Queen
screening
NAIDOC Celebration
Day
DIY Book
Terrariums
World Environment
Day: Hall Drive
Planting Day
Author Talk:
Graeme Simsion
Toddler Tuesdays
Get into the
swing on a local
golf course
The Angels’ Share
screening
Nursery
Propagation
The Queen
screening
saturday
sunday
8
9
20 Comics in 60
Minutes
14
The girl who loved
Ned Kelly with Paul
O’Keefe
Compost & Worm
Farming Workshop
Sutherland Shire
Symphony Orchestra
presents: A Musical
Kaleidoscope
15
16
Questions of Seeing
Sutherland Shire
Brass Presents: The
Great American
Songbook
Organic Gardening
Workshop
Parents of Learner
Driver Workshop
17
Jane Austin
Book Group
Searching For Sugar
Man screening
24
Carnage screening
1
18
Toddler Tuesdays
HSC Lecture - Legal
Studies
19
The Long Way
Round Walk,
Lucas Heights
20
The Golden Years:
Pizzazz of Italy
Searching For Sugar
Man screening
Fussy Eaters
Session
Refugee Week
Film Screening
25
26
27
Native Plant
Identification
Workshop
Jane Austin
Book Group
Carnage screening
3
4
Toddler Tuesdays
2
Movie Day:
The Big Wedding
Wander the
latest exhibition
at Hazelhurst
Nursery
Propagation
Making Photos
june
monday
Toddler Tuesdays
10
For more inspiration, ideas to keep you entertained and
local events this winter go to www.visittheshire.com.au
Aboriginal Culture
Morning:
Through Their Eyes
CALENDaR
5
Bushcare Booster
Workshop
Questions of Seeing
21
22
23
Preschool Program
Birdwatching walk:
Wattamolla to
Eagle Rock
28
29
30
5
6
Barb Jungr
Flowers in
watercolour
7
Coffee Festival at
Peace Park
july
SUTHERLAND ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE (SEC) CALL 9521 8888 SUTHERLAND SHIRE COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CENTRE CALL 9710 0333
SUTHERLAND SHIRE LEISURE CENTRES (SSLC) CALL 8536 9777 WASTE SERVICES CALL 9710 0333 THE RIDGE GOLF COURSE CALL 9541 4960
MENAI INDOOR SPORTS CENTRE CALL 9532 0444 Economic Development CALL 9710 0109
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CENTRESTAGE
What’s on at the Sutherland Entertainment Centre
MOVIE DAYS
GAYNOR CRAWFORD PRESENTS:
CENTRESTAGE
LINCOLN
barb jungr
Wednesday 22 May
Friday 21 June 8pm
Rating: M
Run time: 2hr 29min
To turn down an invitation to see Barb Jungr perform live
is to miss out on a revelatory and uplifting experience.
Daniel Day-Lewis
stars as Lincoln in
this revealing drama
that focuses on the
16th President’s
tumultuous final months in office. In a
nation divided by war, Lincoln pursues a
course of action designed to end the war,
unite the country and abolish slavery.
Barb Jungr is set to make a welcome return to
Australia in June. Renowned for her unique vocal
style, interpretation of song and radical approach to
arrangements, she will be accompanied on this tour by
the extraordinary pianist Simon Wallace.
Variously described by critics as magnificent, mesmerizing and magical, Barb
Jungr has built a formidable reputation as an international live performer and recording
artiste. Her repertoire includes songs by Bob Dylan Jacques Brel, Nina Simone, Jimmy
Webb, Leonard Cohen and Bruce Springsteen.
“A fearless iconoclast who dives into the deepest waters of popular song to wrest
exotic treasure from the ocean floor.” - The New York Times
the big
wedding
“The best club singer in the business.” - The Independent National press UK
Wednesday 26
June
General admission $45, concession $42, groups 8+ $39. Cabaret dining available
from an additional $27.
Rating: MA
Run time:
1hr 30min
d’one entertainment presents:
Robert De Niro
and Diane Keaton
star in this
comedy about a longdivorced couple who fake being married
as their family unites for a wedding.
the great
Gatsby
Wednesday 24 July
Baz Luhrmann’s film
of the classic novel
about a Midwestern
war veteran who
finds himself drawn
to the past and
lifestyle of his millionaire neighbour.
Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey
Maguire and Joel Edgerton.
Movie & Lunch 11am – General $11,
concession/child $10
Movie & Dinner 6pm – $25
(Bookings essential for dinner)
Movie only 7.30pm – All tickets $8
20 comics in
60 minutes
A musical
kaleidoscope
Saturday 8 June
7.45pm
Sunday 9 June 2pm
A 20 Comics in 60
Minutes Laugh-A-Thon
Show. What do you get if you shove a
group of very funny stand up comics
from Sydney, Melbourne, UK, Brisbane
and Adelaide in one room with limited
time? You get 20 comics in 60 minutes
and non-stop laughs.
Buy your ticket, grab a seat and hold on
tight. See 20 of the country’s funniest
male and female stand up comics in
one room and one show only. Straight
from sold-out shows at this year’s
Adelaide Fringe. Presented by D’one
Entertainment, the people who brought
you Comedy Court and Quick...Some
Comedy, Quick! Don’t miss this show.
You’ll laugh your lips off.
Guest Conductor: Beth Moloney
Join the orchestra for a captivating
collection of colourful compositions
through the centuries.
Featured soloists are local tenor Mark
Vincent and cellist Margaret Lazanas.
The programme includes works by
Verdi, Puccini, Ravel and Williams as
well as the premiere of a work by local
composer, Sean Moloney.
www.ssso.org
General admission $25, concession
$20, children under 12 Free.
Buy tickets online www.comedyintheraw.
com.au or call 02 9547 2578. Advance
tickets $19.99, at the door $24.99.
Over the counter pre-sales (cash only) are
available during business hours
from the SEC box office.
Sutherland shire brass presents:
Reserved seating is available for the
mobility impaired.
Sunday 16 June 2pm
the great american songbook
From Carmichael to Gershwin, to Porter and Schwartz
SSB present a collection of standards from great
American composers.
General admission $23, concession $18, under
12 years free.
Enquiries 9521 8888.
Dinner bookings 9521 8888 or online at
www.suthentcent.com.au
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Sutherland shire symphony
orchestra presents:
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www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
What’s on at the Sutherland Entertainment Centre
theatre season 2013
SUBSCRIBE & SAVE
Select any three out of the four theatrica
l
performances and receive a three-show
ticket for just $90. Note: $90 flat
rate only, no concessions available for
subscription tickets.
Separate show tickets: General
admission $42, Concession $39, Group
8+ $35
Make your theatre experience complete
when you book in for a delicious
pre-show meal. Executive Chef Dale
Armstrong creates a different alternate
serve menu for each production, using
the best seasonal produce for just $27
extra per person, per performance.
This season features four outstanding theatrical shows from HIT Productions,
showcasing high profile actors including Lisa McCune, John Wood, and Amanda
Muggleton in much loved works by Neil Simon, David Williamson, Roger Hall,
lyricist Carol Bayer Sager and more.
NEIL SIMON’S THEY’RE PLAYING
OUR SONG
Friday 10 May 8pm
Vernon Gersch invites Sonia Walsk to his luxury
Manhattan apartment and a whirlwind professional
and romantic relationship begins. Based on the real-life
relationship of composer Marvin Hamlisch and lyricist
Carole Bayer Sager, this wonderful musical comedy
features memorable songs I Still Believe in Love, If He
Really Knew Me, They’re Playing Our Song
and Fallin.
centrestage
centrestage
CENTRESTAGE
@ a glance
May
DAVID WILLIAMSON’S THE CLUB
10neil simon’s they’re playing
our song
Saturday 25 May 8pm
15-19engadine Musical society’s
Written by Australia’s best-known and most widely
performed playwright, David Williamson, this is an
iconic theatrical representation of the politics and
intrigue that lurks behind every code of football.
Featuring much loved actor John Wood, The Club will
challenge and entertain in equal measure.
wizard of oz
20the golden years: pizzazz of italy
22movie day: Lincoln
25DAVID williamson’s the club
june
1mayoral ball
love...and all that follows
9sutherland shire symphony
orchestra: A musical kaleidoscope
Friday 26 July 8pm
16sutherland shire brass: The great
Lisa McCune, Australia’s favourite leading lady and multiple
Gold Logie Award-winner appears alongside Bert LaBonte in
this brand new musical celebration of love with all its highs
and lows. Featuring a wonderfully diverse list of songs and
musical styles from the 1930s right though to the present
day, LOVE... and all that follows will marry three fabulous
performers on stage, engaging the audience with all the
elation – and, of course, the perils – that love can bring.
american songbook
21barb jungr - direct from London
26movie day - Direct from USA:
the big wedding
july
5-7lifeline book fair
The show includes an 80-minute musical set followed by an up-close-and-personal
with the performers as they share their own experiences of how they were inspired to
create LOVE... and all that follows.
THE BOOK CLUB based on a play by Roger Hall
Friday 6 September 8pm
COM
OON
ING S
13christmas in july: music by andre
rieu spectacular
20The Sound of Motown in Review
24
Movie day: the great Gatsby
26love...and all that follows
27
The Glen Campbell &
John Denver Show
Functions + conferences + cabaret + exhibitions + theatre + weddings
30 Eton Street, Sutherland 2232
Telephone: (02) 9521 8888
Facsimile: (02) 9545 3216
Email: [email protected]
www.suthentcent.com.au
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au Preview dining menus and book tickets to most shows online at
www.suthentcent.com.au. The Centre’s counter is open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
MOBILITY access All ground floors of the SEC are wheelchair accessible, with ramps
at the Eton Street entrance and at the rear in Merton Street. A limited number of
designated parking spots are available in Eton Street. Please advise when booking tickets
if wheelchair access is required.
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At the gallery
Hazelhurst Regional Gallery & Arts Centre
AT the Gallery
EXHIBITIONS IN THE REGIONAL GALLERY
after five: fashion from the
darnell collection
Until 12 May 2013
Celebrating the glamour and elegance of the cocktail dress, ball
gown and evening wear over the decades After Five presents
the exquisite creations of internationally renowned designers.
Drawn from the largest private collection of vintage clothing in
Australia, The Darnell Collection, this major exhibition presents
over 30 unique outfits from around the world including fashion
designers Dior, Pucci, Mary Quant, Oscar de la Renta, Adolfo
and Emanuel Ungaro among others.
Cocktail dress with attached stole c.1957 organdie or silk organza, cotton, metal,
silk taffeta acquired by Doris Darnell
home & hosed
18 May – 30 June 2013
Celebrating the artistic talents from the Sutherland Shire
and St George area, Home & Hosed showcases new work
by a group of emerging and mid-career artists with ties to
the region. Spanning painting, photography, installation and
drawing, artists featured include Nicole Kelly, Marc Etherington,
Christopher Dolman, John A.Douglas, Lynda Draper and
Gemma Messi.
Christopher Dolman, jumprint, 2012, digital video
Marian Drew, Marsupial with protea 2012.
marian drew
18 May – 30 June 2013
One of Australia’s most significant contemporary photographic
artists, Marian Drew’s latest body of work responds directly
to the Royal National Park, the world’s second-oldest national
park. Drew’s art practice in photography, video, drawing
and sculpture explores the connection of domestic activity
to cultural identity and the relationship to place through an
acknowledgment of history and the physical engagement with
landscape. Her recent work explores the image of the European
Still Life genre in the context of Australian roadkill.
EXHIBITIONS IN THE COMMUNITY GALLERY
BUSH JOY:
MARK RENDELL
27 April –
7 May 2013
Works inspired by
walking through
the Royal National
Park.
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advanced oils
11 – 21
May 2013
Hazelhurst oil
painting students
display their
talents.
friends of
hazelhurst
(FOH)
25 May –
4 June 2013
An exhibition by
the FOH members
in a variety of
media.
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NAidoc week
vince
lovecchio
22 – 30 June
2013
8 June –
18 June 2013
Photographic
exhibition part
of the Head On
Photo Festival.
A celebration of
indigenous art.
Vince Lovecchio
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
AT the Gallery
weekend
workshops
fabric silk
screen
printing
with Cath
Derksema
Sun 26 May
10am – 4pm
$120
(Materials
included)
SPECIAL EVENTS
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
Wednesday 29 May &
Friday 21 June 2013
Our popular preschool program (for
three to five year olds) consists of three
different activities: story time, a visit to
the Regional Gallery and an art making
activity. Cost is $11 per child. Please
note that children MUST be accompanied
by an adult with a ratio of one adult to
two children, and any younger siblings
attending need to be fully cared for by an
adult. Bookings essential on 8536 5700.
describing
the body
Life drawing
workshop with
David Fairbairn
Sun 2 June
10am – 4pm
$120
making
photos
with Kurt
Sorensen
Sun 9 June
10am – 4pm
$107
Landscape
painting with
Idris Murphy
Sat 15 &
Sun 16 June
10am – 4pm
$189
flowers in
watercolour
with Pamela
Griffith
Sun 23 June
10am – 4pm
$99
art centre
attention all artists
Hazelhurst Regional Gallery & Arts Centre invites all artists
to submit works either on/or made principally with paper for
selection in the 2013 Hazelhurst Art Award. Hazelhurst in
partnership with Global Specialised Services, sponsors the
major prize of $15,000 and the Emerging Artist’s Award of
$5,000. Friends of Hazelhurst Local Artist prize is $5,000
and there is a People’s Choice Award of $1,000.
Entries close Monday 6 May 2013 at 5pm. For further
details and to download the entry form visit our website
www.hazelhurst.com.au
get inspired
(includes life
model)
questions of
seeing
Liam Benson, A Christian Country, winner of the 2011 Hazelhurst Art Award
Art on Paper.
fashion fest +
wild ones art &
Design market
Sunday 5 May 10am – 5pm
In celebration of the exhibition After Five:
Fashion from the Darnell Collection,
join us for a fun family day with lots
of activities for young and old. There
will be kids art making, fashion films,
workshops, floor talk with Charlotte
Smith, guided tours and the Wild Ones
Art & Design Markets, an exciting
fresh line up of unique contemporary
designers. Get your shopping done for
Mother’s Day.
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au Hazelhurst will provide an exciting range of workshops this
Winter term to get you inspired to create. Get into sculpture
with a contemporary twist by joining the Sculpture After Dark
program. High School students can enjoy a 3D experience
with High School Sculpture after school. For something
different in printmaking Still Life Through Screen Printing uses
photographic source material and water based inks. Painting
classes offer a great variety of experience with more traditional
approaches in landscape to the very creative Experimental
Art program where pretty much anything goes. Life drawing
classes are a favourite and there are several other drawing
classes that offer skills development for new starters and those
with more familiarity. Be creative with clay in our pottery
classes where students make traditional and contemporary clay
works. Mosaics offer something for those with a keen eye for
colour and design. Don’t forget the very popular school holiday
programs, but be early as classes fill up quickly. Contact
Hazelhurst or check out our website for more information on
the programs provided.
782 Kingsway, Gymea NSW 2227
Tel 02 8536 5700
Email
[email protected]
www.hazelhurst.com.au
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IN THE LIBRARY
Bookings to attend events are essential unless otherwise specified
IN THE LIBRARY
library & information
week 2013
ANNUAL
LIBRARY BOOK
SALE
Wide range of fiction
and non-fiction for
kids and adults.
Sutherland Library,
30-36 Belmont St
Friday 17 May
9am-8.30pm
Saturday 18 May
9am-3.30pm
Sunday 19 May 12noon-3.30pm
Cash only, no EFTPOS available.
Call 9710 0351 for enquiries or visit the
library website.
SIMULTANEOUS
STORYTIME
Wednesday 22 May
11am
All around Australia
The Wrong Book by
Nick Bland will be
read aloud simultaneously. Join in
the fun at your local Shire library. Please
check the library website for individual
branch starting times for this activity or
call 9710 0178.
CELEBRATING
60 YEARS OF
SHIRE LIBRARY
SERVICES
Sutherland Library
is turning 60. Help
us celebrate this
important birthday by submitting
memories and anecdotes you have in
relation to your library service. Tell us
online at www.sutherlandshire.nsw.
gov.au/60yearsoflibrary, fill out one of
the templates at any information desk
or write to us at: Sutherland Shire
Libraries, C/O Sutherland Shire
Council Locked Bag No 4004,
Sutherland 1499 NSW.
bookings and contact
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/library
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events
Reconciliation Week event
Monday June 3rd, Cronulla Library
10.30am-11.30am
Aboriginal Cultural Morning “Through Their Eyes”
A journey of understanding, sharing
and cultural learning. Hear from an
Aboriginal Discovery Guide about
the use of traditional bush foods and
medicines - many of which are still
eaten and used today. Free event,
bookings essential.
Refugee
Week Film
Screening
Advanced Care Information
Session – Law Week 2013
Friday May 17, 10.30am-12noon
Caringbah Library
When you plan for your future you take it
for granted that you will be able to make
your own decisions. What would happen
if you are unable to decide things for
yourself?
Advance care planning is planning for
your future health care should such a
situation arise.
Sharon Wall from the Advance Care
Directive Association will talk about
Advance Care Directives and Enduring
Guardianship and how these documents
can represent your wishes. Free event,
bookings essential.
Wednesday
June 19,
7.00pm8.30pm
Preparing for the Future
– Funeral Planning
Information Session
Sutherland
Library
To acknowledge
Refugee Week,
a free screening of the 2012 Winner
of the European Independent Film
Festival Best Documentary “Between
the devil and the deep blue sea” will
be held at Sutherland Library. It is a
52 minute documentary looking at the
circumstances and decisions that lead
someone to become a ‘boat person’.
Bookings essential.
Tuesday June 4th 10.30am-12noon
Sutherland Library
An important subject, Simplicity Funerals
will give a concise, sensitive talk on
funeral planning and prepaid funerals
for those wanting to know more about
planning for theirs or their loved one’s
funeral arrangements, with Q & A time
following. Free event, bookings essential.
LOCAL AUTHOR TALKS IN MAY
Dominic Dunne
Pamela Cook
Tuesday 7 May 6.30pm,
Sutherland Library
Monday 20 May 6.30pm,
Cronulla Library
Join former journalist turned local author
and travel writer Dominic Dunne, as he
talks about his book, Adventures of a
Compulsive Traveller. Dominic will speak
about his travel memoir filled with often
outlandish, and always amusing, tales of
adventure across the globe. Free event,
bookings essential.
Writer and teacher Pamela Cook, is the
author of Blackwattle Lake, set in rural
Australia. This debut novel is described
as an engaging story of courage and
forgiveness, and is for those who long to
uncover who they used to be, and who
they might still become. Hear Pamela
speak about this appealing contemporary
novel. Free event, bookings essential.
Bundeena
48R Scarborough St
Phone 9523 0932
Caringbah
376-378 Port Hacking Rd
Phone 9524 3803
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Cronulla
38-60 Croydon St
Phone 9523 4980
Engadine
116E Caldarra Ave
Phone 9548 6003
Menai
34-40 Allison Cres
Phone 9543 5747
Miranda
31 Wandella Rd
Phone 9524 8217
Sutherland
30-36 Belmont St
Phone 9710 0351
Sylvania
124 Princes Hwy
Phone 9522 7544
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
sshed
It has been a busy first quarter of the year for the SSHED
and its program members.
Growing Local Businesses
Economic Development
For local business owner Lauren Watts, SSB Services, a book
keeping, debt collection and virtual assistant business, joining
the SSHED program and moving her business into the SSHED
was a ‘no brainer’ decision. Lauren’s business was set to grow
and she was ready to employ staff and expand her services.
Moving into a SSHED office provided a risk free solution, with
low set up costs and most importantly business development
and marketing support.
DOING BUSINESS
DOING business
Sutherland Shire Council Business Link
Sutherland Shire Council’s Economic Development Unit is
launching a series of information days, ‘Sutherland Shire
Council Business Link’, where local business owners and
operators can find out about the services council provides for
business. The days are designed so that operators can come at
a time that suits them rather than a specific time. The aim is to
connect businesses with a variety of services council provides
that owners may not even be aware of, or simply have not had
time to find out more about.
• community facilities available for hire
Lauren believes the support and advice provided to her through
the SSHED program has been invaluable. With a greater
understanding of her role as a business owner she is able to
make smart business decisions and the SSHED program has
helped her to focus on doing the right things for her business
and clients. Being accountable to a business advisor means
that she meets targets met and Lauren is committed to driving
her business forward. Since joining the SSHED program Lauren
has employed two additional people and is looking forward to
moving into a bigger office later this year.
• Shire Tourism ‘Visit the Sire’
Business Reality Check
• graffiti management and removal
Since launching the SSHED
Business Reality Check
workshops it is evident
they are hitting the spot
for non-program members.
Participants answer a
questionnaire and provide
financials prior to their
workshop. Analysis of
the information provided
ensures that the 2 ½ hour Reality Check focuses on key
aspects of the business and provides the best outcome for the
business owner.
Some of the topics include:
• business mentoring by SSHED specialists
• A-frames and outdoor eating approvals
• commercial waste
• library resources for business
• energy and sustainability
• DAT’s and planning
• environmental and building compliance
• local safety
• planned projects in your area
• casual leasing within commercial centres
• local statistical information
‘Sutherland Shire Council Business Link’ will cater for owners
and operators of professional services, larger corporations,
retailers, as well as in hospitality, home based businesses,
small/ micro business and members of Chambers of
Commerce. You may simply be wondering how to get a
business idea off the ground.
This is a must on every business calendar. Visit at a time that
suits or join us for networking with other businesses.
The first of these sessions will be held:
Thursday 30 May 9am-3pm, Engadine Community Centre
Networking between 12pm-2pm
Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/shirebusiness
Full program at www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/business
For enquiries contact Economic Development
[email protected] or 9710 0607
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au Recent Business Reality Check client Deni Fowle, co-owner
of Free Range Living, a creative learning space and gift,
homewares and fashion emporium, has credited the Reality
Check with providing her with some real insights into her
business. Deni left the session feeling re-energised and with
a clear focus on what is needed to do to build her brand and
drive business forward.
For more information about the SSHED and its programs please
call 02 9545 7777 or email [email protected]
Visit our website www.sshed.com.au
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get active
GET ACTIVE
Wondering
‘weather’ the
fields are open?
Council offers two ways for you to
check whether our playing fields are
closed due to weather conditions.
From 9am weekdays you can call the
Wet Weather Line on 9710 0105 or
visit www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au.
Please note, weekend use is at the
discretion of the association to which
the field is allocated to.
take time with tai chi classes
Sutherland and Engadine Leisure Centres
Looking for an easy and enjoyable way to unwind? Our Tai Chi classes are perfect
for those wanting to improve their balance, relieve stress and increase strength and
flexibility. Classes run at Sutherland and Engadine Leisure centres with beginner,
intermediate and advanced options. Why not try a class? Contact Sutherland on
8536 9777 or Engadine on 9548 4200 for more information or see our website for
class times.
2012/2013 sports field renovation program
Council’s Active Communities and Parks Unit undertook a field renovation program
over summer. A program of works was developed following a thorough assessment
of each of Council’s grass sports fields which was undertaken by an independent soil
scientist. The aim of the program was not only to repair damaged fields but to make
them more sustainable for the seasons to come.
The program was specifically based around the summer sporting codes following
extensive consultation with each of the impacted sports.
A number of fields have received major rebuilds which included amending the soil
profile, levelling and returfing. These fields included The Ridge 1 and 2, Oyster Bay
Oval 1 and Lakewood City Reserve. A number of fields received aggressive aerating
techniques, these included Woronora Heights 1 and 2, Blaxland 1, Scylla Bay Oval
and John Dwyer Reserve. Many fields received returfing in bare areas, surround
cricket pitches and goal mouths.
The program will be followed up with education to each of the sport codes regarding
sustainable usage practices on sports fields particularly during the winter season.
An extensive review of the program will also be undertaken in the near future and
the planning of the 2013/2014 program will commence.
No. 1 Place for Golfers is The Shire
The days may be shorter but there’s plenty of time for golf at one of Sutherland
Shire Council’s three public golf courses. You can find out Woolooware and
Kareela’s twilight golf times on their websites. You can book your round for
Woolooware online. At The Ridge we have a special offer until 31 July you can
pay for nine and play unlimited holes from 2pm Monday to Thursday. All three
18 hole golf courses have golf carts available to hire. If you don’t have time for
a round, you can always practice your swing at the Ridge’s 52 bay covered golf
driving range.
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crÈche
Are you a busy parent? Do you want
to keep fit? Let our crèche staff assist
you in keeping active by ensuring the
best possible care for your child. With a
crèche at every Shire leisure centre, you
can be sure to find a time to get active.
Our experienced and first-aid qualified
staff members are able to assist with
your child’s needs.
Children can be cared up for 1½ hours
in the crèche. Contact each centre
for opening hours, costs and age
restrictions.
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
Get active
patrols. NO FLAGS = NO SWIMMING
SUTHERLAND SHIRE
LEISURE CENTRES www.sslc.com.au
Sutherland Leisure Centre Rawson Avenue, Sutherland
Mon - Fri: 5am - 8pm
Sat: 5.30am - 7pm
Sun: 7am - 7pm
Phone: 8536 9777
winter doesn’t end water danger
As it gets colder it is important to remember that danger in and around the water
does not diminish just because it is winter. Children are still curious about water and
drowning is the major cause of accidental death in Australia for children under five.
While children being able to swim can’t substitute for proper barriers and supervision, it
provides more protection for your child. That’s why learn to swim classes are important
all year round. In Winter your kids can still enjoy learn to swim classes in heated pools
at Sutherland Shire leisure centres. Our swim instructors are all Austswim and Swim
Australia accredited. They are the best teaches to ensure your child knows the basics of
how to stay safe in the water, all in a fun and friendly environment.
GET ACTIVE
COUNCIL LIFEGUARD PATROLS
winter operating hours
Cronulla Beach 7.30am - 3.30pm.
North Cronulla, Elouera, Wanda
and Greenhills beaches no formal
Contact Sutherland, Engadine or Caringbah Leisure Centre for class times and pricing or
visit www.sslc.com.au.
Caringbah Leisure Centre Jacaranda Road, Caringbah
Mon - Thurs: 5.30am - 8pm Fri: 5.30am - 6.30pm Sat: 6am - 6pm Sun and public holidays: 7am - 6pm
Phone: 9525 6777
Engadine Leisure Centre
Anzac Ave, Engadine
Mon - Thurs: 5.30am - 9pm
Fri: 5.30am - 9pm
(pools close at 8pm Mon-Fri)
Sat: 6am - 6pm
Sun and public holidays: 8am - 5pm
Phone: 9548 4200
THE RIDGE GOLF COURSE
AND DRIVING RANGE
off New Illawarra Rd, Barden Ridge
Mon - Fri: 7am - 9pm
Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 7am - 8pm Phone: 9541 4960 Hours subject to weather conditions.
PUBLIC GOLF COURSE PRO SHOPS
Kareela 9521 6279
Woolooware 9523 3882
The Ridge 9541 4960
MENAI INDOOR SPORTS CENTRE
98 Allison Crescent, Menai
Mon - Thur: 9am - 10pm
Fri: 9am - 9pm
Sat: 7.30am - 3pm
Sun: By Booking/ Event
Phone: 9532 0444
TENNIS COURTS
Council has 13 facilities with courts
available for casual or permanent
hire. Check out our website for
contact details.
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au group fitness classes
Are you struggling to stay motivated in the colder months? Keep dry and warm indoors
with a huge range of group fitness classes available at the leisure centres and Menai
Indoor Sports Centre.
Group fitness classes are a great way to stay motivated. With a structured workout, an
instructor to stay accountable to and the benefits of completing a workout with a group
of people, can lead to developing new friendships and great results.
To view the latest group fitness timetables visit www.sslc.com.au or
www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/recreation
how healthy is your heart?
sutherland shire leisure centres
Did you know that each year almost 10,000 Australians die of a heart attack?
That’s one Australian life claimed every 53 minutes. National Heart Week is on from
5 to 11 May. It is a campaign designed to raise awareness and help improve the heart
health of all Australians.
Keep your eyes open for fitness specials during May; it’s the best way to kick start your
health and improve your overall well-being. See our website for more details.
Council is committed to providing quality facilities so our community has the
opportunity to participate in a variety of sport and leisure pursuits. To find out how
you can get active in the Shire, check council’s website under recreation.
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Shire update
Shire update
FRIDGE BUYBACK
SAVING SENIORS
ON POWER BILLS
Over 25,000 seniors across NSW
are saving money on power bills and
helping save the environment with
Fridge Buyback. It now targets old
energy-guzzling upright freezers, as
well as the big old fridges in people’s
garages.
2013 NAIDOC CELEBRATION DAY
Thursday 4 July 10am-3pm
NAIDOC celebrates the history, culture and achievements of the Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia. It is celebrated not only in Indigenous
communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.
A WARD
Cr Carol Provan (IND)
Tel: 9527 6406
Mob: 0434 327 757
Fax: 9523 0081
Email: [email protected]
B WARD
Mayor
Cr Kent Johns (LIB)
Tel: 9710 0360
Mob: 0414 194 822
Fax: 9710 0270
Email: [email protected]
Cr Phil Blight (ALP)
Tel: 9531 1480
Fax: 9524 4680
Email: [email protected]
Cr Tracy Cook (LIB)
Mob: 0409 761 781
Email: [email protected]
C WARD
YOUR COUNCILLORS
Cr Scott Williams (LIB)
Tel: 9523 4768
Mob: 0448 777 300
Email: [email protected]
Cr Hassan Awada (LIB)
Mob: 0417 286 315
Fax: 9150 9648
Email: [email protected]
Cr Tom Croucher (LIB)
Mob: 0408 862 765
Email: [email protected]
Cr Peter Scaysbrook (ALP)
Tel: 9528 2946
Mob: 0408 982 972
Fax: 9528 6896
Email: [email protected]
D WARD
Visit www.fridgebuyback.com.au or call
1800 708 401 to make a booking.
Deputy Mayor
Cr Kevin Schreiber (LIB)
Tel/Fax: 9540 3186
Email: [email protected]
Cr Diedree Steinwall (ALP)
Tel: 9548 6180
Fax: 9548 6795
Email: [email protected]
Cr Carmelo Pesce (LIB)
Mob: 0408 975 716
Fax: 9524 4149
Email: [email protected]
Cr Bruce Walton (IND)
Tel: 9532 0602
Fax: 9532 0946
Email: [email protected]
Cr John Riad (LIB)
Mob: 0408 919 760
Email: [email protected]
Cr Steve Simpson (LIB)
Tel: 9541 1681
Mob: 0414 193 699
Fax: 9543 8756
Email: [email protected]
Cr Peter Towell (SWI)
Tel: 9543 9685
Mob: 0434 327 756
Fax: 9532 0112
Email: [email protected]
CONTACT
COUNCIL
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A $35 rebate is paid for collection from
homes with six steps or less. For homes
that have between 7-20 steps collection
is free, however no rebate is paid.
E WARD
NAIDOC celebration day will be held at Gunnamatta Park on Thursday 4 July from
10am to 3pm. Hosted by Kurranulla Aboriginal Corporation and supported by
Sutherland Shire Council, the event will include a Welcome to Country, flag raising
ceremony and speeches, along with entertainment, markets and an art exhibition.
Please contact Tracie Ballingall from Kurranulla on 9528 0287 for more information.
Old fridges and freezers are some of
the biggest energy users in the home,
costing residents an average of $300
a year to operate. Getting rid of the old
beer fridge in the garage is one of the
easiest steps people can take to cut
their power bills. To qualify for Fridge
Buyback second fridges or upright
freezers must be in regular use, built
before 1996 and 200 litres or greater
in size.
Administration Centre, 4-20 Eton Street, Sutherland NSW, 2232
Locked bag 17, Sutherland NSW 1499
Telephone: 9710 0333 Facsimile: 9710 0265 DX4511 Sutherland
Email: [email protected] Website: www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au