Welcome to our Lane Cove news week in review. Lane Cove was a bit quieter this week, with some locals taking the opportunity to have a few days off after the long weekend.
Bushfire Danger Period Begins
The Bush Fire Danger Period began in most NSW Local Government Areas on 1 October 2024.
In the Sydney Basin, open burning for any purpose is not allowed without appropriate written authorisation; in other areas, only fires lit for a particular purpose are permitted and only with appropriate written authorisation.
The NSW Rural Fire Service is planning Hazard Reduction Burning in Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai, and the Hills district in the next few weeks, so you may smell some smoke. Details are here.
Community Recycling Centre Artarmon – New Opening Hours
From Wednesday, 9th October 2024, the Community Recycling Centre (CRC) at Artarmon will change its opening times to:
♻️ Wednesday to Friday 8 am – 2 pm
♻️ Saturday and Sunday 8 am – 4 pm
♻️ Closed Monday, Tuesday, and Public Holidays.
The CRC is a free drive-through and drop-off service for household problem waste, such as batteries, light bulbs, and paint. Full details, including a complete list of accepted items, are available here.
Business Alert
Coffee Brewing House has opened in Lane Cove North on Mowbray Road North in the premises previously occupied by Mowbrew.
Development 1A Epping Road Lane Cove North
Several readers have asked about the development at 1A Epping Road, where the old Sydney City Motorcycles business was located. The old building has been demolished, and a new one containing 70 serviced apartments will be constructed. The building is part 3-story and part 4-story above the existing ground level, and it will include 21 parking spaces, two accessible spaces, one motorcycle space, and six bicycle racks at the basement level. See our cover photo.
The Old Country Comfort Inn to Be Redeveloped Into a 43 Unit Apartment Building
The Sydney North Planning Panel (SNPP) approved a 43-unit development at 1 Gatacre Avenue and 5 Allison Avenue Lane Cove on October 4, 2024. The development will include two levels of basement parking and 85 parking spaces.
The Lane Cove Council and the Land and Environment Court have rejected previous apartment designs —read more here.
The SNPP noted:
“The panel concurs with Council that the proposal for dwellings within a high-density residential standard environment while providing appropriate designs, setbacks and landscaping to mitigate impacts to the adjoining R2 zone. The design responds to the challenging topographic restraints of the site, and the built form appropriately steps with the streetscape transition.”
Burns Bay Road Paving Upgrade
The Lane Cove Council’s paving contractor will commence the Burns Bay Road paving works this week. Weather permitting, the project is due for completion in December 2024.
The paving portion of the project has been divided into eight stages. To minimise inconvenience and try to maintain as much access as possible to properties and businesses, one stage of paving will be completed before the next one commences. Landscaping works will follow the completion of each stage of the paving works.
A Staging Plan showing the project’s stages is available to view online (please see staging plan). This plan is subject to change, but it is included to demonstrate the various paving stages of the works currently scheduled.
The Council’s paving contractor will commence the work in front of Len Wallis Audio and work up to the Plaza before crossing the road to the Post Office and working toward Tambourine Bay Road. This means that the work from Len Wallis Audio to the Plaza should be completed before the end of November.
The works will be undertaken during the daytime wherever possible; however, to accommodate access to businesses, some work will be required to be undertaken at night. The work hours will be between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for day work and between 7:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. for night work. Due to RMS requirements, heavy machinery may be moved outside these hours.
New Bus Shelters in Longueville
Lane Cove Council will install new bus shelters near Kingsford Smith Park to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act.
World Postie Day – October 9th 2024
- Failing to stop at a Stop sign or Give Way sign
- Driving distracted by a mobile phone
- Not leaving enough space to stop safely
Lane Cove Rotary Fair & Sustainability Lane This Sunday
In just a few days, it will be time for one of Lane Cove’s favourite events, The Lane Cove Rotary Fair and Sustainability Lane.
There are stallholders, rides, face painting, sustainability workshops stallholders and more.
ITC will be there, and you must come and see our stall as we will have a few surprises.
It’s a great day organised by Lane Cove Rotary and Lane Cove Council – so see you on 13 October.
All the details are here.
Carers Day Out 2024
Are you a Carer for a family member or friend with a disability, chronic illness, mental health issues, or age-related needs?
Carers Day Out is an event dedicated to recognising and celebrating carers in NSW and their contributions. Carers and their friends and family can enjoy free information, activities, lunch, live music, and the opportunity to connect with other carers.
When: Tuesday, 15 October, 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Redfern Community Centre
The City of Sydney proudly supports this event and forms part of National Carers Week 2024.
Lane Cove’s Biggest Garage Sale – 19th October 2024
The annual St Michaels Parish Garage Sale is on 19th October 2024. It is a huge garage sale and one not to miss.
Upcoming Events at The Canopy
There are a number of fun events coming soon to The Canopy, including:
🛼 October 10 – Sunset Skate
🎤 October 17 – Open Mic Night
🪡 October 20 – Makers Markets
🕉️ October 20 – Navrati Gala
Check out all the details on The Canopy website
Sailing Away in the School Holidays
Lane Cove 12ft Skiff Sailing Club hosted its popular school holiday program last week. Their Learn to Sail graduates had a great week, learning some new skills and having a blast on the water. The club also runs courses during the summer school holidays.
See here for more information on the club and its programs.
Week In Review – Sponsor – Stormer Music
Locally owned and operated, Stormer Music is in the heart of Lane Cove and offers lessons on a variety of instruments, including Vocals, Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Saxophone, and Ukulele.
Their instructors are passionate about teaching music to students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking for a tune-up, we can help you reach your musical goals.
Enroll today and experience the joy of music.
They are open for Lessons from Monday to Saturday.
Please call 7252 5644, SMS 0480 033 413 or email [email protected]
You can also book online at https://stormermusic.com.au/book-now/
