Welcome to our week in review.
Lane Cove Has a New Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Scott Bennison, Liberal, is the new Mayor, and David Roenfeldt, Labor, is the deputy mayor of Lane Cove. A mayoral vote must take place every two years.
The vote was 5/4, with the Labor and Liberal Party councillors voting for Scott Bennison. The independents and Greens voted for Rochelle Flood Greens.
Scott Bennison was previously Lane Cove Mayor between September 2012 and 17 September 2013.
The Voice Referendum
- Where to Pre-Poll (no locations in Lane Cove) – pre-polling starts on 3 October 2023
- How to apply for a postal vote
- Where to vote on 14 October 2023
- How to complete the ballot paper (it’s up to you if you vote yes or no)
Things are heating up in Lane Cove when it comes to The Voice referendum. The sign below was stolen from a fence at a property in Lane Cove. The sign had been there for two months.
Lane Cove Locals
Congratulations to Lane Cove’s John Heffernan, who was the first to complete 200 park runs at Willoughby Parkrun.
Below is a photo of John and his wife Denise and three daughters, Joanne, Kathleen and Clare. All three sons-in-law were there, and half of his grandchildren. His youngest grandchild, Lucy, ran with him over the finish line.
Business Alert
Chipop (located above The Cake Man) has closed. Their last day of trading was last Sunday.
Kin Cafe and Wine Bar has opened on Burns Bay Road (in the Harris Farm Markets building). They only serve coffee and pastries at this stage but hope to serve meals soon.
As previously reported, Ground Cafe has been sold and refurbished. A sign has gone up, and the new name is San Antonio Sourdough. They have cafes in Kirribilli, Balmain and Coogee. They will be selling Morgans coffee.
Exciting News! Shorties Lane Cove are thrilled to announce they are now open for lunch every Friday to Sunday from noon. Plus, you can savour your meal in their brand-new outdoor dining area – perfect for soaking up the sun while you dine!
NSW Fire and Rescue Visiting Homes In Lane Cove
Last Week, Fire and Rescue NSW Station 061 Lane Cove came to ITC’s house to check our smoke alarms. They do a free inspection service and will install at no cost smoke detectors if they think your home needs them.
They also provide excellent advice. In particular, most fires start due to cheap appliances from overseas that don’t meet Australian Standards and people walking away while cooking.
They also said don’t leave your house when the dryer is on (and always clean the lint filter) and never leave the house when the oven is on.
You can call them on 02 9493 1061 or sign up online – see our article for more details.
A Big Week for Utilities in Lane Cove
Ausgrid
Ausgrid installed a massive new electrical transformer at the corner of Tambourine Bay Road and Miramont Avenue Riverview. Here’s hoping it will assist in reducing the number of power outages in that area (which has more outages than other parts of Lane Cove).
Sydney Water
A burst water main in Cullen Street on Friday Night resulted in water gushing down the street. Sydney Water was soon on the scene and fixed the issue without turning off the water supply.
Burns Bay Reserve
The machinery at Burns Bay Reserve has been there for a couple of days. Transport for NSW (marine division) and NSW Heritage and Environment (that look after estuaries) have been unable to advise ITC on what is happening.
Lane Cove Market Square
The issues with lifts and escalators continue at Lane Cove Market Square. Last week, the escalator down to Woolworths was out of action for a few days.
Lane Cove is Looking for a Person to Design a new Sculpture for the Upgraded Blackman Park Skatepark.
Lane Cove Council is seeking the design, construction, and installation of a sculpture for the upgraded skatepark.
The skatepark is in an old quarry at Blackman Park on Lloyd Rees Drive. The skate park upgrade will be a welcome addition to the recreational activities at Blackman Park. The design should reflect the surrounding natural environment.
The project is open to artists who reside in the local area and greater Sydney.
All eligible applicants, regardless of race, sex, religion, nationality, origin or disability, will be considered.
Please visit the Council’s Streetside Gallery webpage for the artist brief and further information. Submissions must be received by 5 pm Monday, 30 October 2023.
For further enquiries, please get in touch with Lane Cove Council’s Co-Ordinator Parks and Urban Spaces at [email protected].
Sydney Traffic and Train Impacts over the October Long Weekend
Travellers are advised to plan and allow additional travel time with traffic changes and essential rail trackwork planned over the October long weekend.
Toll Rises
If you drive to work, be prepared to pay more for Tolls.
The following was released by the Minister for Roads
Tolls on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Tunnel will increase on October 29 – the first time they have risen in more than 14 years.
Bridge and Tunnel tolls will be adjusted 6.8% higher as the NSW Government continues its agenda to bring more significant equity to motorists across the system following last week’s announcement of a $60 toll cap and the ongoing Independent Toll Review led by Professor Allan Fels.
All extra revenue will go to the Government’s toll relief Budget package worth $561 million over two years to 720,000 drivers.
The last time the Bridge and Tunnel tolls were raised was in January 2009, and they have remained fixed at $4.00 during peak times, $3.00 off-peak and $2.50 at night.
From Sunday, 29 October, that will become $4.27 in peak, $3.20 off-peak and $2.67 at night.
The 6.8 per cent rise is a fraction of the CPI increase during the 14 years and seven months since the last adjustment. In the same period, motorists using privately owned toll roads have faced regular toll hikes under motorway contracts.
Ministerial Order will adjust to the Roads Act 1993.
Bridge and Tunnel tolls are required by law to be reviewed annually, and the recommended increase must have regard to the recent inflation rate. For twelve years, the former Government refused to increase the toll.
Smartest Street
It’s official: the smartest streets in Lane Cove are Fox/Hamilton Street Riverview. (see our cover photo).
Last week, as part of the Lane Cove Festival, The Cove and The Alcott hosted a Smartest Street/Apartment/Community Group Trivia Night.
It was great to see nearly every suburb represented (cmon Longueville and Northwood – hope to see you there next year). We raised money for The Sydney Library of Things
Thank you to the following for generously donating prizes:
The Alcott Lane Cove (and for providing the premises free of charge)
Harris Farm Markets donated their Lane Cove tote bags, chocolates and more – you can buy them near the checkout.
Jack & Co Food Stores – where you can now Experience premium Jack & Co coffee beans right in the comfort of your home. Available in-store and now delivering Jack & Co coffee to your door. #crackerjackclub members save 10% off beans and pods. Check your email for the discount code for online purchases or scan your digital card in-store. Subscribe for a regular delivery to save an additional 5%.
Hope to see you there next year – it was great fun. Keep an eye out for this trivia night in September during Lane Cove Festival.
Recycle Smart Now Collecting Pillows
Pillows are so hard to recycle. Not any more; RecycleSmart is now collecting pillows. Find out here the other hard-to-collect items they pick up from your home.
Lane Cove Rotary Fair and Sustainability Lane
Everybody loves a fair, and Lane Cove residents love the Lane Cove Rotary Fair.
After three years of absence, the Lane Cove Rotary Fair and Sustainability Lane are back, bigger and better than ever.
Thousands of people attend the event, and you will surely bump into many people you know.
Join in the fun of the Rotary Lane Cove Village Fair on Sunday, 8 October 2023, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. The Fair takes place in the heart of the village, with Longueville Road closed to cars.
Australia Post Looking for Drivers
With Uni finishing soon, there might be locals looking for a job. Australia Post has a massive recruitment drive at the moment.
Australia Post is looking to recruit around 3,000 seasonal casuals as it ramps operations in the lead-up to Christmas. This year’s seasonal recruitment drive is focused on finding people with specific skills, experience and licenses.
Top of Australia Post’s wish list are applicants with a valid forklift or truck licence. Seasonal casual roles are also available for freight handlers and parcel processers across the delivery network. Australia Post is getting prepared ahead of what is expected to be a busy cyber sales period and in the lead-up to Christmas.
Roles are available across all States and Territories. However, New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland have the highest demand for seasonal casuals.
Susan Davies, Executive General Manager of People and Culture, highlighted the critical role that seasonal casuals play in helping Australia Post ensure deliveries reach customers in time for the holiday period.
“As we approach our busiest time of year, we’re looking to bolster our workforce to ensure we can meet increased demand and maintain the high level of service Australians expect from Australia Post.
“We’re looking for seasonal casuals to work alongside our existing team members and would love to hear from people who have a valid forklift or truck license, as well as people looking to work in parcel processing, deliveries and freight handling.
“Working at Australia Post offers team members the opportunity to be a part of a great, supportive team and help to spread the Merry this Christmas. Working in a seasonal casual role can also create opportunities to work with Australia Post beyond the end of the year. Many team members initially joined us as a seasonal casual and are still part of our team many years later,” Ms Davies said.
Those interested can apply by visiting www.auspost.com.au/seasonalcasuals or the Australia Post careers website at jobs.auspost.com.au.
Australia Post is proud to have one of Australia’s most diverse workforces and employs people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to reflect the communities it serves nationwide.
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