Dear Readers, Before jumping into the usual weekly news wrap I would like to share my gratitude for the surprising level of generosity in our brief fundraiser last week. While I am generally loath to seek press patron support these days as we become self-sustainable with local advertising, the opportunity from the Local Independent News Association to match any funds raised dollar for dollar made it an opportunity not to waste. You immediately rose to the occasion and I am pleased to say they confirmed almost $5,000 in matched funding as a result of your generosity. This will be re-invested into our free news app and potentially quarterly print edition for non-digital readers. It was also well timed as I found myself hospitalised with pneumonia in the last week and am now on strict bed rest this week without worrying about bills. Tremendous support, thanks again to you all and to antibiotics...
Manly community members rushed to the aid of a dolphin calf washed up on the rocks near Manly Surf Life Saving Club at Manly Beach last night, 5 May. Locals...
Confidential sources have informed Manly Observer that steering issues with the smaller Manly Ferries (Emerald 2s) have taken the whole fleet offline, causing commuter chaos this morning 6 May. Multiple...
Zali Steggall will retain the seat of Warringah and Dr Sophie Scamps will retain the seat of Mackellar with both enjoying modest positive swings in this weekend’s federal election. Both...
A local mechanic threw his hat in the ring to be the representative for Mona Vale before Saturday’s upcoming federal election – the only issue? That seat doesn’t exist. Northern...
A Northern Beaches father used a camera tied to his shoe to ‘upskirt’ unsuspecting females in Warringah Mall, Warriewood Square and Chatswood over three months, agreed facts tendered in Manly...
Northern Beaches Council announced critical repairs along the Manly to Spit Scenic walkway began on Monday (28 April) at Castle Rock, followed by works at Fisher Bay. Council asked visitors...
Obituaries, local services, public announcements: The Northern Beaches Community now has a classifieds-style section to list or read about local births, deaths, community meetings or announcements, or to tell the community about a service you offer. Check it out and help spread the word. Obituaries and death notices are currently listed for free just email requests to listing@manlyobserver.com.au We also have a jobs board for local opportunities.
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 represent the development applications,…
