Transport Minister John Graham held a press conference at a bus stop in Curl Curl this morning , 3 September, to announce the return of 17 repaired bendy buses for...
Manly Cove became a living laboratory on Sunday as residents joined scientists and environmental advocates to collect and test beach debris and water samples under the guidance of AUSMAP researchers....
Originally promised as a housing free zone, the former site of Manly Hospital is now proposed to include 120 senior living apartments, including independent retirement living and affordable housing, and...
The iconic Old Manly Boatshed is headed for closure, but memories of great music and fun times will live with patrons for generations to come. Doors will finally shut on...
Northern Beaches Police have charged a 53-year-old woman following a motor vehicle crash on Harbord Road, Freshwater, at around 4:30pm on Wednesday (27 August 2025). The woman was driving a...
A whooping 6,500 people laced up their runners and took to the Beach2Beach Fun Run on Sunday, 24 August 2025, raising over $300,000 for local charities and organisations. “I congratulate...
Last month, Manly Observer reported on the PolAir helicopter circling over Manly Dam during a search operation. It was later confirmed that a local man had tragically passed away while walking his...
COME JOIN THE LOCAL BOATING COMMUNITY FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE WEEKEND ON THE WATER The Spit Boat Show will transform Ferguson’s Marina into a spectacular showcase, featuring over 40 premium boats...
JOIN THE HARBORD SCOUTS FOR SOME SCARY FUN Dress up for Halloween fun and games and a free sausage sizzle! DATE: Wednesday 29 October 2025 TIME: 6pm – 7.30pm LOCATION:...
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, we…
