Welcome to our week in review. It was a wet week and that meant accidents at two of the notorious spots in Lane Cove – River Road West and Mowbray Road.
Lane Cove Gets Festive With Christmas In The Park
On Sunday, December 1, locals gathered at Hughes Park to hear the Lane Cove Concert Band perform festive music and carols. The evening also featured the Burns Bay Big Band, Karingal Concert Band, and Turrumburra Concert Band.
Don’t worry if you missed it – or if you haven’t yet reached your carols limit – there are more Christmas carol events on the way. Read all about it here.
One Minute of Silence
Federal Minister for Social Services Visits The Lane Cove Toy Library
On Wednesday, 4th December 2024, the Hon. Amanda Rishworth, the Federal Minister for Social Services, visited the Lane Cove Toy Library to meet volunteers and to thank them for setting up the Toy Library. She posted the following on her Facebook page:
Lane Cove Mayor’s Christmas Drinks
Mayor Merri Southwood held the Mayor’s Annual Christmas Drinks on the outdoor deck of Gallery Lane Cove on Wednesday 27th November 2024. It’s a chance for the Mayor to thank locals who volunteer in our community whether as part of a Lane Cove Council Advisory Group, a sporting group, residents association or an arts or community group.
Lane Cove Council Finalists In The Local Government NSW Excellence in the Environment Awards
The Local Government NSW (LGNSW) Excellence in the Environment Awards are being held at Darling Harbour, today, Wednesday 4 December 2024. The awards aim to recognise outstanding achievements by NSW councils in managing and protecting the environment.
Lane Cove Council are finalists for projects across three categories:
- Innovation in Planning, Policies and Decision Making: Sustainability Review of the Lane Cove Development Control Plan
- Local Sustainability: Sustainable Actions for a Liveable Lane Cove
- Towards Net Zero Emissions: Lane Cove Council – Striving Towards a Net Zero Future
LGNSW President Cr Darriea Turley AM said the outstanding quality of nominations for this year’s awards highlighted the excellent work being done by councils across NSW.
“The protection of our local environment has become one of the most critical challenges we face, particularly with increased threats posed by climate change and more extreme and frequent weather events,” Cr Turley said.
Lane Cove Council Bushcare Program Nominated for 2024 North Shore Volunteer Team of the Year
The Lane Cove Council Bushcare Program is a finalist in the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. This dedicated team of volunteers has been recognized for their significant contribution to environmental conservation in the region, and their efforts are now being celebrated alongside other exceptional volunteers from across New South Wales.
Over 200 residents currently support Lane Cove Bushcare and the Community Nursery.
In October 2024 the Stringybark Creek Bushcare group officially turned thirty, a remarkable achievement. It was the first Bushcare group formed, and five original members are still actively involved.
The Council program, which brings together community members to care for and restore local bushland areas, plays a crucial role in maintaining the natural beauty and ecological health of Lane Cove’s beloved bushland. Volunteers in the Bushcare Program work tirelessly to protect and preserve native flora and fauna, providing valuable environmental education and fostering a stronger connection between the community and nature.
Gemma Rygate, CEO of the Centre for Volunteering, praised the program for its impact. “The Lane Cove Council Bushcare Program is an inspiring example of how volunteers are working together to protect our environment and create lasting positive change. Volunteers across NSW contribute over $178 billion in social and economic benefits, and this team is an important part of that effort,” Ms. Rygate said.
The 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards Gala will take place on Tuesday, December 10, in Sydney. The event will celebrate the extraordinary efforts of volunteers who are making a tangible difference in their communities.
Good luck to all our wonderful Bushcare volunteers!
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St Michael’s Student’s Art Receives Award
Year Six St Michael’s Primary Student, Alessandro Lopresti entered the Sydney and Bathurst Catholic Schools 2024 Art Exhibition and Competition. This ear’s theme was ‘The Christmas Story’, and attracted over 20,000 works from year 5 & 6 students, with 800 picked and 100 shortlisted.
Alessandro was in the top 10 students out of the 100 shortlisted (and 20,000 entries) to receive a ‘Highly Commended Award’ for his piece, ‘Miraculous Conception’ and making us proud In The Cove.
It has been a long time since anyone in the Lane Cove Parish has made it this far.
Well done Alessandro!
Have Your Say: Blackman Park Masterplan Update
Lane Cove Council is seeking feedback on its updated Blackman Park Masterplan. This is a review of the masterplan that was adopted in 2013. You can view proposed updates and take the survey here.
Alternatively, you can lodge a written submission to the General Manager by quoting SU10245 by:-
email: [email protected] or,
post: Lane Cove Council, PO BOX 20, LANE COVE, NSW, 1595
Consultation closes midnight Tuesday 21 January 2025.
Be Child Seat Safe These Summer Holidays
Lane Cove Council is running its final free child car seat safety check for 2024 this Saturday, December 7, from 9 a.m. This is a great opportunity to make sure your child’s car seats are properly fitted and still suitable for the child who is using them.
When: Saturday 7 December, 9 am – 1 pm
Where: LCC car park between council building and the aquatic centre. Enter carpark from Little St or Phoenix St.
How: Free, but registrations essential.
Business Alerts
Subway Lane Cove is closed from Monday 2 December renovations. The closure will be for roughly 7-10 business days. The closest Subway outlets in the meantime are in Artarmon and St Leonards.
Lane Cove Compounding & Wellness Chemist is the chemist on Burns Bay Road (opposite IGA). It recently changed hands and was rebranded. They still do Compounding; CPAP consultant/equipment & Naturopathy.
The Lane Cove Compounding & Wellness Chemist is located 152 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove.
Lane Cove Events
Bluey and Bingo are coming to The Canopy this Friday 6th December 2004!
After Bluey, stick around for festive fun in the Lane Cove plaza with the Lighting of the Christmas Tree.
Comedy at New Pottery Lane Performance Space
Check out the new Pottery Lane Performance Space with a hilarious stand-up comedy show on Wednesday 11 December. This raucous accessible comedy event boasts a line-up of award-winning performers with entertaining and uncensored insights into disability.
Lane Cove Sport
Lane Cove 12ft Skiff Sailing Club Prepare For Competition in New Zealand
It was a busy day on Tuesday 3 December 2024 for the Lane Cove 12ft Skiff Sailing Club (LC12ftSSC). Club members prepared and loaded 11 boats into containers for transport to Auckland for the upcoming interdominions.
Six boats will be representing Lane Cove in the regatta, to be sailed in the New Year. The races will run from 4 – 11 January 2025, hosted by the Royal Akarana Yacht Club in Auckland.
Lane Cove Swim Club
Crime, Accidents and Incidents
Early on Wednesday 4th December 2024 police were in attendance at Chatime. Their front door had been smashed in and money was stolen from their safe.
Bus & Car Collide On Mowbray Road
Police have commenced an investigation after a female driver was taken to hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Sydney’s North Shore last week.
About 12.20pm Thursday 28 November 2024), emergency services were called to Mowbray Road, Lane Cove North, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
Officers attached to North Shore Police Area Command were told a silver Toyota sedan and a bus had collided.
The driver of the sedan – a 50-year-old woman – was treated by NSW Ambulance Paramedics before being taken to Royal North Shore Hospital in a critical condition.
The sole occupant of the bus – a male driver – was not injured. He was taken to the same hospital for mandatory testing.
A crime scene was established and an investigation into the incident commenced.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information or a dash cam footage of this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The Australian Jewish News published details of a Go Fund Me Campaign to assist in flying over the next of kin from South America – details here.
Truck Gets Stuck In Riverview
On Thursday 28 November a truck became wedged on Barina Road at River Road West, Riverview. The truck entered Barina Road but was wedged as there was not enough clearance. Police attended to assist with traffic management until the truck could be freed.
Two Accidents on River Road West
With the wet weather, two accidents occurred on the notorious bend on River Road West.
Garage Theft on Mowbray Rd Lane Cove North
The following warning was posted on Lane Cove Chat by ITC:
“Just a warning I had something taken from my car spot in our apartment complex garage between last Saturday night the 30/11 and sometime Sunday the 1/2….not sure if anyone else had anything taken in the block, but just wanted to warn everyone in the area.”
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