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Bull sharks overstay summer vacay as waters warm, says researcher

Sharks are spending longer than ever off the coast of some popular Australian beaches, increasing the risk of interactions between the apex predators and humans. Research has found bull sharks are spending 15 more days off Sydney's coast during summer than they did 15 years ago, due to warmer water temperatures caused by climate change. The migratory sharks typically spend their winters in Queensland, chasing warming water before heading back to Sydney for some summer sun. But James Cook University experts have warned the rising water temperatures in NSW have increased the potential for human-shark encounters. With seas continuing to warm, the sharks could have a presence in southern parts of NSW on a year-long basis in the future, researcher Nicolas Lubitz said. "If this trend persists, which it...

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AirTags to the rescue as owners help police recover stolen 4WD and e-bike and more in this week’s Crime Watch

AirTags to the rescue! This month, police have recovered an e-bike and 4WD car stolen on the Northern Beaches with the help of AirTags secured...

$71 million, 124 apartment block approved for development opposite Northern Beaches Hospital and more in this week’s DA round up

Manly Observer provides a weekly summary of development applications lodged with Northern Beaches Council in the last week. While every effort has been made to accurately...

Long Reef Golf Club reveals $22 million refurbishment plans (plus a coffee kiosk for passersby)

Long Reef Golf Club, one of NSW’s busiest golf courses with 70,000 rounds of golf a year, has submitted a development application to Northern...

‘No axeman’ as Police swarm Warringah Mall

Manly Observer is aware of far-reaching and fast-spreading rumours of a person with an axe heading to or present at Warringah Mall this afternoon....

A fur-real Friday experience: Manly treated to a surprise vistor

Those who decided to enjoy a sunny Friday stroll along Shelly walkway after a week of storms were treated to a delightful surprise visitor...

Macca’s bid for Balgowlah formally rejected

A bid to build a McDonald's restaurant - a Maccas - on Balgowlah's bustling Roseberry Street has been officially and unanimously refused. On Wednesday, 2...

Brookvale shop-top housing, Long Reef Golf Club and more in this week’s Development Application Round Up

Manly Observer provides a weekly summary of development applications lodged with Northern Beaches Council in the last week. While every effort has been made to...

‘We feel let down’: Brookvale Public School loses catchment area despite declining enrolments

Northern Beaches’ fifth smallest school, Brookvale Public School (PS), is fighting against the NSW Department of Education’s revised 2026 intake areas, saying it will...

$350 million multi-storey senior housing development at Skyline Place, Frenchs Forest

A massive seniors housing development featuring six towers ranging from six to 14 storeys  high has been proposed for Skyline Place, located between Northern...

Manly Library launches 24-hour access trial

Northern Beaches locals can now visit Manly library any time, day or night, with the launch of a new 24-hour access trial. Running from now...

‘Common sense prevails’ as State agrees to continue funding beach pollution monitoring

Northern Beaches’ previously under threat Beachwatch program has been renewed by the State Government for another two years following advocacy from coastal councils and...

Got a good idea? Thousands in community grants now up for grabs

Local community and environmental groups, sport and recreation clubs, artists, and not-for-profit organisations are encouraged to apply for help turning their ideas into reality...

‘It’ll lead to a fatality.’ Resident ire over State plans for Wakehurst Parkway

A dangerous Wakehurst Parkway intersection linked to at least eight serious crashes in recent years is being redesigned by Transport for NSW. While TfNSW...

$10 million development application to replace Dee Why Seafood and more in this week’s Development Application round up

Manly Observer provides a weekly summary of development applications lodged with Northern Beaches Council in the last week. While every effort has been made to...

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A fur-real Friday experience: Manly treated to a surprise vistor

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The global surf community will converge on the Northern Beaches this weekend to honour the extraordinary life of legendary surf filmmaker and local resident...

Manly Library launches 24-hour access trial

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