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Murrindindi Shire strengthens small business support with new Charter commitments

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Small businesses in Murrindindi Shire are set to benefit from enhanced support and simpler regulatory processes, as Council formally signs on to the Small Business Friendly Charter.  Victorian Small Business Commissioner Lynda McAlary-Smith, Murrindindi Shire Council CEO Livia Bonazzi and Mayor Damien Gallagher jointly signed the Small Business Friendly Charter in Council’s Alexandra Chambers today.   … Continued

Entries are now open for the 2025 North Sydney Garden Competition

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Let your garden shine in the 2025 North Sydney Garden Competition, an annual event celebrating local gardening talent, creativity, and sustainable practices. Whether you’re growing herbs on a windowsill, tending a backyard oasis, or cultivating a shared community plot, this is your chance to showcase your space and connect with fellow garden lovers. The competition … Continued

Restoring local history brick by brick

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The City of Sydney is about to begin work to restore the heritage listed brick kilns and chimneys that dominate the skyline around Sydney Park.   The project will stabilise and preserve the structures that date back to the 19th century while improving park access and creating a more welcoming, landscaped area around them for … Continued

Pitch Perfect: New Cricket Deal for North Sydney Oval

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North Sydney Council, in partnership with Cricket Australia and Cricket NSW, today announced a new five-year venue hire agreement for North Sydney Oval. This landmark agreement further cements North Sydney Oval’s reputation as one of Australia’s premier venues for elite men’s and women’s cricket, and reflects a shared commitment to fostering high-quality sporting experiences in … Continued

Two new additions to local waste services for Willoughby residents

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Willoughby City Council is proud to announce two exciting new additions to local recycling services, designed to make it easier for residents to recycle more effectively and responsibly. The additions reflect Council’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, as outlined in its Community Strategic Plan, Our Future Willoughby, 2036 and offer residents with easy, bookable services … Continued

DIARY ALERT (11 July 10am): Council and Cricket Australia to Announce New Venue Agreement for North Sydney Oval – Photo Opportunity

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Date: Friday 11 July 2025 Time: 10am   Location: North Sydney Oval, 2 Fig Tree Lane, North Sydney NSW 2060 North Sydney Council, Cricket Australia, and Cricket NSW will announce a newly signed five-year venue hire agreement for North Sydney Oval. The announcement will also include details of the upcoming WBBL fixture.  With:  Councillor Zoë Baker, Mayor of North Sydney … Continued

The next leap won’t come from AI – it’ll come from quantum tech: expert calls for national institute in quantum device engineering

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As the Government accelerates its economic reform agenda, with a focus on productivity and harnessing data and digital technology, investing in quantum-enabling technologies stands out as a smart move, writes Professor Malin Premaratne in Monash Lens. According to Professor Premaratne, Australia has the opportunity to become a leader in quantum device technology – not just … Continued

Willoughby City Council takes action on invasive Spanish moss

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Willoughby City Council is urging residents to help stop the spread of Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides), a rapidly growing weed that is threatening native trees and bushland across the region.   Commonly known as Old Man’s Beard, Spanish moss has become an increasing concern in Northern Sydney, particularly within Willoughby, where residents and bushcare volunteers … Continued

ASU slams toxic workplace culture at Moira Shire Council

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Media release – 2 July, 2025 – The Australian Services Union VIC TAS Branch has slammed the appalling workplace culture at Moira Shire Council, calling for urgent intervention to address systemic failures in employee wellbeing, safety, and leadership. A recent ASU survey of Moira Shire Council workers paints a damning picture of a Council in crisis: … Continued

Willoughby City Council announces inaugural Willoughby Literary Festival to take place in July

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Willoughby City Council and Willoughby City Library are thrilled to present the inaugural Willoughby Literary Festival – a vibrant new celebration of books, ideas and creativity. Taking place across two weekends in July at Chatswood Library, the festival will feature a stellar program of author talks, panel discussions and interactive workshops designed for readers and writers … Continued