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Our ShireNewsletter of Sutherland Shire CouncilSummer 2017/18
ContentsOur Shire...............................................................................................................................................1
Have a safe silly season.........................................................................................................................5
Hooray! Beach days are here!...........................................................................................................5
Plan B for $2.60.................................................................................................................................6
You told us.............................................................................................................................................7
Cronulla Draft Master Plan................................................................................................................7
Parking & Traffic Survey.....................................................................................................................7
Our Shire Readers Survey..................................................................................................................7
In your words.....................................................................................................................................7
Towards a financially sustainable future...............................................................................................8
Hungry for hungry point to open?.........................................................................................................9
New scenic walk edges closer to completion......................................................................................10
What’s the latest on ocean grove........................................................................................................11
Tunnel vision.......................................................................................................................................12
Carousel fun for everyone...................................................................................................................13
Enriching our lives...............................................................................................................................13
Planting for the future.........................................................................................................................14
Top environmental gong.................................................................................................................14
Curious about bushcare?.................................................................................................................15
Splashing some cash on our little pockets of loveliness..................................................................15
Thanks to the Kareena Park Bushcare group...................................................................................16
Nature is calling!..............................................................................................................................16
Be a Recycling Star at Christmas..........................................................................................................17
Free and safe chemical cleanout.........................................................................................................17
Regular rubbish collection over festive season, so your bins won’t get festy......................................17
Do the ‘emu walk’ Clean Up Australia Day..........................................................................................18
Holiday at home this summer.............................................................................................................19
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Make tourism your business...............................................................................................................19
Volunteer with the seniors reference group.......................................................................................19
Good access is good business for Shimmy Shakes...............................................................................19
AUSFEST 2018......................................................................................................................................20
100% homegrown talent 100 performers 20 performances..............................................................20
Ausfest 2018....................................................................................................................................25
2018 Charity Partner.......................................................................................................................26
Ausfest 26 January...........................................................................................................................26
Sutherland Entertainment Centre 10am Citizenship Ceremony..................................................26
Cronulla - Cronulla beach............................................................................................................26
Menai District - Blaxland oval, Illawong.......................................................................................26
Shire Vibes Ausfest 27 January........................................................................................................26
Event Partners.................................................................................................................................27
Did you know...................................................................................................................................27
What’s On Sutherland Entertainment Centre.....................................................................................28
Get ready... Isaiah is coming!...........................................................................................................28
Cool music & fiery vocals.................................................................................................................29
Celebrate Christmas with the Nutcracker........................................................................................29
Locals shine.....................................................................................................................................30
At the movies..................................................................................................................................30
What’s on........................................................................................................................................30
Hands Across the Sea: Sutherland Shire Symphony Orchestra....................................................30
Geraldine Turner: Turner’s Turn..................................................................................................30
John Franklin Christmas Lunch....................................................................................................30
John Lennon – Through a Glass Onion.........................................................................................30
Back to the Golden Years: The Magic of Ireland..........................................................................30
Miranda Musical Society: Beauty & the Beast.............................................................................30
Silent classics...................................................................................................................................31
What’s on Hazelhurst..........................................................................................................................32
Play On: the art of sport..................................................................................................................32
Hazelhurst Fest day.........................................................................................................................33
Exhibitions in the Broadhurst Gallery..............................................................................................34
Art Rules: HSC artwork................................................................................................................34
Cornerstone: Dior Mahnken........................................................................................................34
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Inside the Artist’s Studio: Jim Flood.............................................................................................35
Artexpress.......................................................................................................................................35
Hazelhurst arts centre.....................................................................................................................36
Summer school holiday program.................................................................................................36
ADULT SUMMER SCHOOL............................................................................................................36
What’s on Libraries..............................................................................................................................37
Surviving Antarctica: Mawson’s journey 100 years on....................................................................37
Hippy Days, Arabian Nights.............................................................................................................37
Featured resource: RB Digital..........................................................................................................38
Events..............................................................................................................................................38
In Charge of My Money...............................................................................................................38
Events at Sutherland Library............................................................................................................38
The Courage to Write..................................................................................................................38
MakerSpace 2018........................................................................................................................38
Taming Technology: Music Streaming.........................................................................................39
Rum Rebellion.............................................................................................................................39
Women in Science Panel.............................................................................................................39
Paul Keating: The Big Picture Leader...........................................................................................39
Quarantine Station: History in Sandstone...................................................................................39
Vote For Your Favourite Book.........................................................................................................39
Summer reading club kids & teens..................................................................................................40
Summer events................................................................................................................................40
What’s on: Children.............................................................................................................................41
Summer school holidays..................................................................................................................41
Are you sorted for childcare in 2018?.............................................................................................41
Excursions and parties and crafts – oh my!.....................................................................................42
Enrol in a centre that suits you:...................................................................................................42
Programs and enrolment:............................................................................................................42
Stay cool swim safe.............................................................................................................................43
Let us coach your kids over the holidays so they’re race ready.......................................................43
Beat the Heat..................................................................................................................................43
Bumpalicious fitness........................................................................................................................44
Are you a community group looking for funding? Put this date in your diary today...........................45
What’s on this summer?......................................................................................................................45
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Your Councillors..................................................................................................................................46
A WARD...........................................................................................................................................46
Councillor Michael Forshaw (ALP)...............................................................................................46
Councillor Carol Provan (LIB).......................................................................................................46
Councillor Marie Simone (LIB).....................................................................................................46
B WARD...........................................................................................................................................46
Councillor Jack Boyd (ALP)...........................................................................................................46
Councillor Barry Collier (ALP).......................................................................................................46
Councillor Kent Johns (LIB)..........................................................................................................46
C WARD...........................................................................................................................................46
Councillor Tom Croucher (LIB).....................................................................................................46
Councillor Daniel Nicholls (LIB)....................................................................................................46
Councillor Ray Plibersek (ALP).....................................................................................................46
D WARD...........................................................................................................................................47
Councillor Greg McLean (ALP).....................................................................................................47
Mayor Councillor Carmelo Pesce (LIB).........................................................................................47
Councillor Diedree Steinwall (ALP)..............................................................................................47
E WARD...........................................................................................................................................47
Councillor John Riad (LIB)............................................................................................................47
Deputy Mayor Councillor Peter Scaysbrook (ALP).......................................................................47
Councillor Steve Simpson (IND)...................................................................................................47
Ward Map.......................................................................................................................................48
CONTACT COUNCIL..............................................................................................................................48
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Have a safe silly season
Image: A view of Cronulla Beach towards Wanda, Elouera and Greenhills
Hooray! Beach days are here!Our beaches – is there anywhere better in summer? If you thought sand in your budgies was bad, think again. A swim at the beach can quickly turn from heaven to hell if you don’t play it safe. Rips form quickly and even strong swimmers can get into trouble. So play it safe. Swim between the flags at a patrolled beach.Last summer we had no lives lost at our beaches – thanks to our professional Lifeguards and their 32,850 lifeguard hours, 97,786 preventative actions, 441 rescues performed, and the volunteer Surf Lifesavers or ‘clubbies’ who help us with the serious task of keeping you and your family safe at the beach. Have a ripper of a summer!Cronulla, North Cronulla, Elouera and Wanda are patrolled every day from 8am to 5.30pm in summer.
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Photo caption: Our professional lifeguards, Mayor Carmelo Pesce, General Manager Scott Phillips and Director Shire Services Manjeet Grewal.
Plan B for $2.60We’re delighted to announce a trial of an ‘On Demand Shuttle’ TransDev Link, a new initiative from Transport for NSW and TransDev. It will drive you for a flat fee of only $2.60 ($1.30 concession) if travelling within a zone. There are four zones - Jannali West, Sylvania, Caringbah and Gymea operating 7 days a week (select times on weekends). Use it to get home from the station or to drive you to appointments. You can book a lift home from school or to sports practices for your kids. To find out more http://bit.ly/2hXpVaZ
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You told usOur community’s views, opinions and requests are critical to shaping our future. Which is why we are thankful for your feeback on the Cronulla Draft Master Plan, Parking and Traffic and Readers Surveys on ‘Join the Conversation’ on our website. We’ve learned a lot from what you told us and all your feedback will be taken on board. You can find a full summary of survey results on our ‘Join the Conversation’ website. Here’s what you told us:
Cronulla Draft Master PlanNearly 150 of you completed the Draft Cronulla Town Centre Public Domain Master Plan survey online to help shape the future of Cronulla.Points that you told us were important included revitalising the area for residents and visitors, planning for the area’s long term future, creating opportunities for laneway art and dining; as well as improved spaces for families to stay and play, and simply making it easier to get around.
Parking & Traffic SurveyYour interest in this issue was very apparent with over 460 residents completing our online car parking survey and residents and business owners attending evening forums to provide further input to our draft 20 year strategy.
Our Shire Readers SurveyMost of you who participated (84.9%) told us you are either satisfied or highly satisfied with this newsletter. Just over half of you (57.1%) want to receive it in your letterbox. Many of you have requested to receive it electronically and we will work on this. Watch this space!
In your words“It provides a cohesive plan to refresh [the] Cronulla public domain.” Cronulla master plan Survey participant.“Thank goodness something is being looked into.” parking & traffic Forum participant.“Help us to cope with the increase in high rise accommodation - what roads should we use to avoid traffic snarls, where are green spaces being increased, how are community spaces being enriched to ensure the Shire’s famous quality of life is maintained?” readers Survey participant.
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Towards a financially sustainable futureAre you a local library user? Do you love the leafy streets and your local park? Or is it our aquatic centres and ocean baths that draw you in?At Sutherland Shire Council, we create these experiences through the services and infrastructure we provide. Like many other businesses, the cost of energy, construction and labour have increased for us. We’re concerned these costs will impact on our ability to deliver, both now and in the future.Earlier in the year Council considered increasing rates, but, determined that before a decision was made we should see what you think. We are looking for cost savings internally, but should we also consider changing the range and level of services we provide? These are just some of the considerations we need your help on. An online survey will be promoted in coming weeks. Go to jointheconversation.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au, so we can hear your thoughts, and together, we can strike the right balance.
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Hungry for hungry point to open?
Photo caption: The view from Hungry Point
We are counting down to mid-2018 for the first sections of the beautiful Hungry Point Reserve to open for you to enjoy as a space to picnic, relax and play. More than $545,000 in NSW State Government funding has been allocated to ‘Part A’ of the plan, prepared by the Hungry Point Trust and Sutherland Shire Council.Hungry Point Reserve is the former NSW Fisheries site at the Southern tip of the Cronulla peninsula. After being closed to the public for more than 100 years, the reserve is a treasure trove of local heritage and natural beauty, with stunning views of the ocean, Port Hacking River and the Royal National Park.Lower sections of Hungry Point Reserve will remain closed to the public as they are now being used as an operational base for NSW Marine Rescue and the NSW State Emergency Service.Hungry Point Reserve is managed by the Hungry Point Trust who are proudly supported by Sutherland Shire Council.
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New scenic walk edges closer to completionYou’ve told us you want to enjoy active lives connected to nature and you’ll be pleased to learn we’re building a new shared pedestrian and cycleway along Prince Charles Parade in Kurnell, overlooking Silver Beach and the beautiful Botany Bay. You’ll be able to walk from Bonna Point to halfway down Prince Charles Parade by mid-February. Eventually the pathway will link Bonna Point Reserve to the Kamay National Park walking trail, creating a continuous scenic walk to explore.
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What’s the latest on ocean grove
While we were creating the ‘Draft Cronulla Master Plan’, we spent months asking you what you’d like to see in a new and revitalised Cronulla town centre. Ocean Grove Avenue is the first step towards bringing you a refreshed meeting place for you to enjoy with friends while in Cronulla. The much loved pirate ship playground was 27 years old, really showing its age, and replacement parts had become almost impossible to find. So we’ve decommissioned the pirate ship and created a new play space for kids of all ages to enjoy at the northern end of the mall. Your favourite shops around Ocean Grove Avenue are remaining open during construction.
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Tunnel visionEighteen years ago students from high schools all over Sutherland Shire poured their creative hearts and souls into Cronulla’s iconic Tonkin Tunnel, with the murals they created illuminating the space and capturing the essence of the Cronulla community.This summer our next generation of local budding artists are doing the same. Year nine and ten students from seven local high schools (pictured) are designing new artworks to be painted onto the walls and ceilings of the Tonkin Tunnel. This is part of a seven-week TAFE course organised by Council and local artist Tim ‘Phibs’ who will be unleashing his own creative talents on a mural outside the tunnel to compliment the students work. The new tunnel artwork will be complete by the end of January 2018.
Image: Mayor Carmelo Pesce with the group of year 9 and 10 students who will create news murals within the Tonkin Tunnel.
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Carousel fun for everyoneWe’re always looking for more opportunities to provide inclusive activities and infrastructure for you to enjoy. In many circumstances inclusive play equipment is locked up and only available for a limited time – but we’re changing that! Parc Menai has a new wheelchair carousel for everybody to enjoy, at any time. The carousel can fit two wheelchairs and a number of kids or adults, so everyone can have fun together.
Image: Carer and man in a wheelchair using the wheelchair carousel.
Enriching our livesA good choice of tree, planted in the right location can increase your property’s value, improve the health and wellbeing of you and your family, provide privacy for your home, reduce your energy consumption bills and create a safer neighbourhood.We want to make sure trees remain a distinctive part of Sutherland Shire’s character.By planning and investing in good quality tree planting, maintenance and removal we can make sure our gorgeous green suburbs are there for future generations.
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Planting for the future
To ensure future generations can enjoy the same leafy Shire we have grown to cherish, we are implementing a strategic approach to replenishing Sutherland Shire’s ageing tree canopy.Starting November, we will be targeting main roads to identify trees that need replacing as well as looking for opportunities for additional planting. We’ll be working on 1-kilometre sections at a time along these major roads. If you live along one of these roads, please keep an eye out for your invitation to be a part of the process to help us look after these trees. For more info call 9710 0333 and ask about our Green Streets Program.
Top environmental gongOur Green Streets Program took out the ‘Excellence in the Environment Award’ at the prestigious Local Government Awards. The award was for innovation in planning, policies and decision making through our model for bringing back our indigenous tree canopy.Through this program over 7420 trees have been planted across Sutherland Shire - bringing many health, social, economic and environmental benefits.
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Curious about bushcare?
You’re welcome to come along to Bushcare group gatherings and see what we’re all about. You’ll learn expert tips for nurturing native plants and even make new friends!Bushcare groups are listed by suburb on our website at sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/Community/Volunteering/Bushcare-Volunteers/Bushcare-Locations.
Splashing some cash on our little pockets of lovelinessWe are blessed with an outstanding local natural environment that includes over 1000 parks and reserves. Our Bushland unit works hard to preserve these little islands of remnant vegetation from threats such as storm water, urban runoff, weed invasion and pest infestations.To help look after these areas, we have successfully secured $136,684 in grant funding from the Department of Lands and Forestry. These funds will help Bushcare combat threats to biodiversity on Crown Land under our care.We’re pleased to announce this year’s projects:
Drone survey of Wanda Beach Reserve and Greenhills Bush regeneration at Lantana Rd Reserve Removing ‘High Risk Weeds’ and ‘Weeds of National Significance’ at Kurnell
Peninsular Fox and Dog Control programs Deer and Goat Control programs Bushcare at Alfords Point Road Reserve Renewal of native flora at Ferntree Road Reserve Removing ‘High Risk Weeds’ at Woronora and Georges River.
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Thanks to the Kareena Park Bushcare groupWe really appreciate the love you are showing for the reserve hidden behind our Camellia Gardens.This friendly group of volunteers meets monthly on the 2nd Saturday at 9am and on the 3rd Tuesday at 9am. If you’d like to help, sign up at sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/Community/Volunteering/Bushcare-Volunteers.
Nature is calling!There’s more to Bushcare than just Bushcare! We hold regular workshops, talks, walks and special events such as guided kayaking and spotlighting for locals who wants to make the most of where we live. For the heads up on Bushcare’s events bookmark sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/Outdoors/Environment/Plants-and-Bushland/Bushcare-Events.
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Be a Recycling Star at ChristmasMake sure you’re on Santa’s ‘nice’ list this Christmas by reducing, reusing and recycling waste.
Take reusable shopping bags when you head to the shops. If you do use a plastic bag, take it back to the supermarket so that it can be recycled through the REDcycle program.
Get creative and reuse wrapping paper and cards. They make great craft items or can be used again next year. When buying wrapping paper, remember shiny metallic foil cannot be recycled.
Take any excess cardboard or paper that doesn’t fit in your yellow recycling bin straight to the Visy Recycling Facility at 43 Bay Road, Taren Point for free disposal.
Aluminium disposable baking trays can be recycled in your yellow recycling bin. Just roll them into a ball and make sure they are clean of any food.
Give a recharger pack with any battery operated gifts – it will save money and reduce waste.
Take your real Christmas tree on Saturday 6 January 2018 to our Council woodchipping service.
Free and safe chemical cleanoutHere’s your chance to get rid of any leftover chemicals such as paint, cleaning products, pesticides and pool chemicals. We’re hosting a Chemical CleanOut over three days, including a weekend and a Monday. Make a note in your diary now and visit Council’s website for more information.Saturday 10, Sunday 11 and Monday 12 February 2018 9am to 3.30pmBellingara Netball Car Park, 99-105 Bellingara Road Miranda
Regular rubbish collection over festive season, so your bins won’t get festyCollections for garbage, recycling and garden waste bins continue as usual over the public holidays, so ensure that your bins are out the night before your normal collection day.
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Do the ‘emu walk’ Clean Up Australia Day
Clean Up Australia DaySunday 4 March 2018Get stuck in this Clean Up Australia Day by registering a site or signing up as a volunteer. It’s a fun day to make a difference and show you care about the environment. We’ll be helping by disposing of all the rubbish you collect. To find out more, visit cleanupaustraliaday.org.au
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Holiday at home this summerOur new tourism website visitsutherlandshire.com.au helps visitors and locals plan a day, a weekend or extended holiday in our gorgeous Sutherland Shire. Check out our new website and you could discover something new in your own backyard!
Make tourism your businessList your business for FREE if it provides accommodation, attractions, food and drink, hire, tours or events and is based in Sutherland Shire. To find out more and join the Sutherland Shire Business & Tourism Network, go to visitsutherlandshire.com.au/corporate.Follow us on Facebook: @VisittheShire Follow us on Facebook: @ShireBusiness
Volunteer with the seniors reference groupAre you aged 60 years or over and interested in joining a group of active, engaged and enthusiastic older volunteers who provide regular feedback and input to us about issues affecting older residents and help us run our Seniors events each year?We want to invite you to volunteer with our Seniors Reference Group!Please call us before Friday 8 December on 02 9710 0333 to request an Expression of Interest form or email [email protected]
Good access is good business for Shimmy Shakes
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We’re celebrating Shimmy Shakes as the winner of our inaugural Accessible Business Award, recognising the fantastic job they do to provide opportunities to people of all abilities to learn to dance. Shimmy Shakes was one of a field of applicants including cafés, jewellers and movie theatres who regularly go out of their way to ensure that their business is accessible to all. Shimmy Shakes caters for dancers of all abilities by providing a venue that supports people with physical and sensory disabilities, and by ensuring that staff are able to communicate with all students including those with low vision and hearing impairments. To find out more go to facebook.com/shimmyshakesdance
AUSFEST 2018Is a two day festival of live music and entertainment Friday 26 January Citizenship Ceremony Sutherland, Australia Day Cronulla and Australia Day Menai DistrictSaturday 27 January ‘Shire Vibes’ Cronulla 100% homegrown talent 100 performers 20 performances featuring
Mark Vincent Caravãna Sun Never Ending 80s Tim Moxey Col Hardy Miranda and Engadine Musical Societies Hot Potato Band Petiguana
Just to name a few...For a full program visit sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/AUSFEST
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Image: Caravana Sun performing on the stage at Ausfest.
Image: Mark Vincent sitting on the grass at South Cronulla beach.
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Image: Young crowd enjoying the Ausfest performances.
Image: Band members from Petiguana standing against a wall of event posters.
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Image: The Hot Potato Band group smiling and holding their instruments including tuba, trumpet, saxophone and drums.
Image: Never ending 80s performance group wearing bright flashy 80s clothing.
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Image: Portrait of Col Hardy smiling and holding his guitar.
Image: Tom Moxey standing on old railway tracks with old overgrown station platform in the background.
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Image: Shire residenst enjoy the Ausfest fireworks at Blaxland Oval.
Ausfest 2018Sutherland Shire Council is gearing itself up for AUSFEST 2018, the spectacular two-day festival across three sites, which last year attracted more than 35,000 people. 2018 is expected to be as big with 100 performers and more than 20 performances over the two days. Day one takes place on Australia Day, 26 January and day two on 27 January. The Shire’s Australia Day festival is one of the largest and longest running in Australia. You can look forward to a non-stop program of outstanding free entertainment from some of our best musicians with a focus on all performers for 2018 having a personal connection with the Shire; either living in the Shire or being educated in the Shire.AUSFEST promises to celebrate our Shire’s wonderfully vibrant culture so there is something for everyone and all ages. Performers include Mark Vincent, Caravãna Sun, Never Ending 80s, Col Hardy and the Hot Potato Band. Again the Shire will host the magical fireworks display on Australia Day at Cronulla Beach and in the Menai District at Blaxland Oval.So please save the date and celebrate with some of the Shire’s premier musicians, artists and performers. The Shire is your community and AUSFEST is your event. See you there.Carmelo PesceSutherland Shire Mayor
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2018 Charity PartnerAll funds raised during AUSFEST 2018 will go to Enough is Enough, a Sutherland Shire based organisation that aims to prevent violence in our society. Enough is Enough was formed in 1994 by Ken Marslew following the tragic and violent murder of his son, university student Michael in Jannali. Enough is Enough offers a range of programs and services to reduce the level of violence in our local community. To support Enough is Enough, visit enoughisenough.org.au
Ausfest 26 JanuarySutherland Entertainment Centre 10am Citizenship Ceremony
Cronulla - Cronulla beach 1pm to 9pm entertainment. Fireworks at 9pm.Join Glenn Campbell, Miranda and Engadine Musical Societies, Col Hardy, Tim Moxey, Never Ending 80s, Caravãna Sun and Mark Vincent.
Menai District - Blaxland oval, Illawong4pm to 9pm live music, food and children’s activities. Fireworks at 9pm.Join ANSTO’s Science Shows, Westfield Miranda LIVE shows, Hot Potato Band, Never Ending 80s and ‘Swingshift’ Cold Chisel Show.
Shire Vibes Ausfest 27 JanuaryShire Vibes is the most relaxed event of the year. Bring a rug and picnic basket and enjoy an intimate and relaxed time on one of the best beaches in the world, Cronulla Beach, while enjoying the eclectic sounds of our most talented musicians.3pm to 9pm join Jordan Kenny, Miranda and Engadine Musical Societies, Glenn Campbell, Papaya Tree, Danielle Lamb with Matty Jay, Petiguana and Hot Potato Band.Program subject to change – please see sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/AUSFEST for latest listings.
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Event Partners
Did you know Sutherland Shire has produced some of the world’s most popular and talented artists? During AUSFEST 2018 we will have some of those star performers back home performing for you. I’m looking forward to everyone joining me to celebrate our ‘homegrown’ talent in January. See you there!Carmelo Pesce, Sutherland Shire Mayor
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What’s On Sutherland Entertainment CentreBookings and enquiries visit suthentcent.com.au or call 02 9521 8888
Get ready... Isaiah is coming!
Saturday 10 February 8pmIsaiah Firebrace transformed himself from a small town singer to an international star in only two years. This talented teen has won The X Factor, released a debut single that notched up 100 million streams globally, supported Jessica Mauboy on her Australian tour and finished in the top 10 at the Eurovision Song Contest 2017. All that at just 17 years of age. Special student ticket prices and group deals are available. A perfect gift idea for Christmas.
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Cool music & fiery vocals
Saturday 3 March 2.30pm and 8pmSet on the cusp of Castro’s revolution, MOJITO! presents an exotic mix of Cuban and Spanish–influenced Rumbas, Baladas, Boleros and Salsa performed by a ten-piece orchestra of very cool, yet hot musicians.
Celebrate Christmas with the Nutcracker
Tuesday 5 December 7pmBring your family to enjoy the exhilarating and magical journey of the Nutcracker this Christmas! Performed by the Russian National Ballet Theatre.
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Locals shineThe popular Unplugged Live & Local returns this Summer with free outdoor music 7pmSutherland Shire’s most talented singer songwriters will perform on the forecourt of the Entertainment Centre on Friday nights in February and March. Open and free for everyone to enjoy. Alfresco dining available.Luke O’Shea, six-time Golden Guitar winning singer songwriter, will be back to launch Unplugged Live & Local 2018.
Caption: Luke O’Shea.
At the moviesMurder on the Orient Express, Wednesday 13 DecemberThe Greatest Showman (2017), Wednesday 31 January
What’s onHands Across the Sea: Sutherland Shire Symphony OrchestraSunday 10 December
Geraldine Turner: Turner’s TurnFriday 15 December
John Franklin Christmas LunchMonday 25 December
John Lennon – Through a Glass OnionFriday 9 February
Back to the Golden Years: The Magic of IrelandMonday 5 March
Miranda Musical Society: Beauty & the BeastWednesday 21 to Sunday 25 March
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Silent classicsSaturday 17 February 11.30am and 7.30PMThe heritage Sutherland School of Arts sets the perfect scene to enjoy the artistry of the great movies from the silent film era. Accompanied by live music these digitally restored films will make you laugh and cry.
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What’s on HazelhurstFor information visit hazelhurst.com.au or call 02 8536 5700
Play On: the art of sport9 December to January 2018One of Australia’s richest and most prestigious art awards, the Basil Sellers Art Prize, has inspired the exploration of sport from some of Australia’s most accomplished artists. This exhibition presents a selection of key works from this Prize, as well as new commissions that reflect sport and sporting culture. A national touring exhibition partnership between The Ian Potter Museum of Art and NETS Victoria.
Caption: Khaled Sabsabi Wonderland 2014. Dual channel HD video, colour, sound. 25 min 30 sec. Courtesy of the artist and Milani Gallery Brisbane.
Caption): Fiona McMonagle The ring (video still) 2014. Digital video animation, 16:9 ratio. Colour, sound. 7:24 minutes.
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Caption: Lauren Brincat 10 metre platform 2012, single channel HD video. Courtesy of the artist and Anna Schwartz Gallery.
Hazelhurst Fest daySunday 25 march 2018Save the date for Fest Day, where you can discover and enjoy art in all forms for free! View the ARTEXPRESS exhibition, take a guided tour, join in an art making workshop, enjoy the music on the Hazelhurst Garden lawn, visit the Gallery Shop and grab a bite to eat from Hazelhurst Café. Program details available online early 2018.
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Exhibitions in the Broadhurst GalleryArt Rules: HSC artwork9 December to 21 January 2018HSC artwork from the St George and Sutherland Shire districts.
Image caption: Sienna Doolan, Kirrawee High School, Bioluminescence, 2016 (detail), drawing
Cornerstone: Dior Mahnken27 January to 6 February 2018 An exhibition of drawings based on the artists’ recent travels to South America, showing works that reflect the visual impact of stone.
Image caption: Dior Mahnken Moray, 2017 Carborundum print with encaustic on tissue paper, 56 x 58 cm
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Inside the Artist’s Studio: Jim Flood10 to 20 February 2018A step by step journey of the creation of a painting, from the very beginning through to the finished artwork.
Caption: Jim Flood, Audley, 2016, oil, 10”x20”
ArtexpressFebruary to March 2018An annual favourite, the ARTEXPRESS exhibition showcases a selection of Higher School Certificate visual artworks across a range of media, featuring work by some of NSW’s most talented young artists.Presented by Hazelhurst in partnership with NSW Department of Education and Training, and NSW Board of Studies.
Image: Detail from. Elijah Innes, Hunter School of Performing Arts, Eulogy of Age (detail) 2017, Painting.
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Hazelhurst arts centreSummer school holiday programTuesday 2 to Friday 12 January 2018 A wide range of classes tailored for children aged 6 to 18 years. Enrolling now.
ADULT SUMMER SCHOOLMonday 15 to Sunday 21 January 2018 An exciting range of classes in various media. Full program details available on our website.TERM 1 classes commence Monday 5 February 2018. Enrolling from Monday 27 November 2017. Full program details available on our website.
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What’s on LibrariesSurviving Antarctica: Mawson’s journey 100 years on
Thursday 8 February 6.30pm to 7.30pmSutherland LibraryLocal adventurer John Stoukalo describes his gruelling re-enactment of Sir Douglas Mawson’s epic sled journey using the same meagre rations and Heroic Era equipment.
Hippy Days, Arabian NightsMonday 5 February 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Sutherland LibraryFrom the NSW outback to Egypt, artist Katherine Boland presents her inspiring memoir Hippy Days, Arabian Nights.
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Featured resource: RB DigitalFormerly OneClick and Zinio, these services have now merged into RB Digital. Find a great range of digital magazines and eAudio books in one place - no waiting lists, no fines. Find out more: sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/rbdigital
EventsIn Charge of My MoneyFrom saving to budgeting, learn essential financial skills in this award-winning workshop.Locations:
Cronulla LibraryMonday 19 February9.30am to 1.00pm
Menai LibraryTuesday 20 February9.30am to 1.00pm
Engadine LibraryMonday 26 February9.30am to 1.00pm
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Events at Sutherland LibraryThe Courage to WriteWednesday 6 December6.30pm to 7.30pm$5.00 per personFree yourself from writer’s block and find inspiration with Walter Mason.
MakerSpace 2018MakerSpace meetups resume Tuesday 30 January! Drop in to Sutherland Library at 6pm on the last Tuesday of the month for 3D printing, Arduino and more.
Taming Technology: Music StreamingThursday 8 February10.30am to 11.30amSpotify, iTunes, Freegal or Google Play - find out what is best for you.
Rum RebellionThursday 15 February6.30pm to 7.30pmHistorian Brad Manera discusses the 1808 ‘Rum Rebellion’ which saw the overthrow of Governor William Bligh.
Women in Science PanelWednesday 7 March6.30pm to 7.30pmCelebrate International Women’s Day with a panel of inspiring female scientists from ANSTO.
Paul Keating: The Big Picture LeaderWednesday 14 March6.30pm to 7.30pmJournalist Troy Bramston speaks about writing the biography of Australia’s 24th Prime Minister, Paul Keating.
Quarantine Station: History in SandstoneWednesday 21 March6.30pm to 7.30pmUncover the archaeological secrets of one of Sydney’s most notorious locations.
Vote For Your Favourite BookDoesn’t matter if it was long or short, made you laugh or cry – we want to know, what was the best book you read this year? From Monday 4 December, vote for your favourite book from 2017.
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Enter at the library or online: sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/bookvote
Summer reading club kids & teens11 December to 4 FebruaryJoin our Summer Reading Club and keep reading during the holidays! Earn mini rewards and enter the draw for a chance to win a bigger prize. For more info visit: sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/summerreading
Summer eventsDid you know there are even more events happening at the library this Summer? Check online for details: sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/library/whats-on
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What’s on: ChildrenSummer school holidays
Make it a summer holiday the kids will remember! We’ve got stacks of Council-run fun for them from during January. Start planning now. Don’t wait for them to drive you crazy. One place to find it all at sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/schoolholidays
Are you sorted for childcare in 2018?11 Early Education Centres and 25 Family Day Care EducatorsFun · Nurturing · Educational · Safe
Infants, toddlers and preschool age children. Flexible Care now also available for 3 to 5 year olds.Apply now and learn about Council’s outstanding services at sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/childcare or call 02 9710 0466.
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Excursions and parties and crafts – oh my!While you’re hard at work (or hitting the sales by yourself), your children could be having the time of their lives at our Vacation Care. They’ll love the sports, water games, arts and crafts (hama beads and recycled creations), dance party and hands-on science fun. Excursions to Centenary Park, Sky Zone, the movies and Shelly Beach are the icing on the cake.
Enrol in a centre that suits you: Burraneer Bay, Miranda or Lucas Heights.Centres open 7am to 6pm. Miranda also open between Christmas and New Year (Wednesday 27 to Friday 29 December). Miranda and Lucas Heights: Kindergarten to 14 yearsBurraneer Bay: Kindergarten to 12 years
Programs and enrolment:Head online to access our Vacation Care programs and enrolment form: sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/VacationCareCall 02 9710 0466 or email [email protected]
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Stay cool swim safe
Let us coach your kids over the holidays so they’re race ready.School swimming carnivals will be here again before we know it. Have you got a little swimmer who would benefit from some swim training during school holidays to improve their technique or just feel more confident in the pool? Sutherland Shire Leisure Centres teach more than 2,500 children in our learn to swim program each year. With over 25 years’ experience, it’s no wonder families have come to rely on us to ensure their children develop water safety and swimming skills. Our three convenient locations all have 50m pools so students can progress to squad. There’s more info on our website sslc.com.au
Beat the HeatScorching summer days are hard on our bodies, our moods and our electricity bills. Don’t let hot days get you down, beat the heat and bring your family to Sutherland Shire Leisure Centres for a swim. You can swim and play all day. Where else can a family of four spend the day for just $25.50*?*prices may vary per centre.
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Bumpalicious fitnessWe think we’re having a baby boom in the Shire if the popularity of our prenatal and post-natal classes at Sutherland Leisure Centre is anything to go by. Both programs run for six weeks – perfect for mums to be or new mums wanting to regain fitness. So, don’t miss out visit sslc.com.au for details and upcoming dates.
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Are you a community group looking for funding? Put this date in your diary today.
The good news is we’ve streamlined our Community Grants Program for 2018 to combine all our current grants and subsidies into one annual program. Now you have only one date to remember for community grant funding applications. Submissions will open on 19 March annually from 2018 and close on 13 April. Grants of up to $20,000 each are available. Our website has all the details about eligibility and how to apply.Image above: Nerang Community Garden, one of the recipients of the 2016 Toyota and Sutherland Shire Council’s Strengthening Local Communities grants.
What’s on this summer?Discover our jam-packed calendar of local events at visitsutherlandshire.com.au For all the coolest summer fun!
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Your CouncillorsA WARDCouncillor Michael Forshaw (ALP)T: 9523 5378M: 0418 119 526E: [email protected]
Councillor Carol Provan (LIB)T: 9523 1466M: 0418 246 524E: [email protected]
Councillor Marie Simone (LIB)M: 0436 007 020E: [email protected]
B WARDCouncillor Jack Boyd (ALP)M: 0425 347 435E: [email protected]
Councillor Barry Collier (ALP)M: 0499 938 722E: [email protected]
Councillor Kent Johns (LIB)M: 0467 660 110E: [email protected]
C WARDCouncillor Tom Croucher (LIB)M: 0402 412 061E: [email protected]
Councillor Daniel Nicholls (LIB)M: 0415 361 291E: [email protected]
Councillor Ray Plibersek (ALP)M: 0429 355 530
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D WARDCouncillor Greg McLean (ALP)M: 0419 184 055E: [email protected]
Mayor Councillor Carmelo Pesce (LIB)M: 0411 171 114E: [email protected]
Councillor Diedree Steinwall (ALP)M: 0412 139 316E: [email protected]
E WARDCouncillor John Riad (LIB)M: 0408 919 760E: [email protected]
Deputy Mayor Councillor Peter Scaysbrook (ALP)M: 0425 216 911E: [email protected]
Councillor Steve Simpson (IND)T: 9541 1681M: 0414 193 699E: [email protected] details are correct at the time of print, however please see Council's website for the most up to date contact details.
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Ward Map
To find out what Ward you are in please call us or check online.
CONTACT COUNCIL4-20 Eton Street, Sutherland NSW 2232Locked Bag 17, Sutherland NSW 1499 Telephone: 9710 0333Fax: 9710 0265Email: [email protected]: sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au Facebook: Sutherland Shire CouncilYouTube: SutherlandShireCnclInstagram: @suthshirecncl
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