Manly Observer newsletter 12 March 2026

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NORTHERN BEACHES NEWS IN A NUTSHELL


Learn more about the new release at Belrose.

On Sunday, 1 March 2026, a mum from Bayview received a text from someone pretending to be her son. They claimed their phone was broken and asked to borrow some…

When Stella Maris College opened in 1931, it began with 33 primary boys and girls before becoming an all-girls school in 1944. Ninety-five years later, close to 1,000 students fill…

Older Australians lost $53 million to scams last year, with one in four people saying they have either been targeted themselves or know someone who has been scammed online. Experts…

Alice’s Dumpling Bar was a huge hit when it opened with a large venue on the Manly Beachfront a few years ago, only to close due to an end of…

Five inspirational locals have been recognised at this year’s NSW Women of the Year awards. Megan Maack, founder and CEO of the Childhood Dementia Initiative, was named Manly’s Local Woman…


Submarine spotting (RAN Collins) off Freshwater this week. Photo: Prue Hughes

UPCOMING EVENTS

A UNIQUE IMMERSIVE EXPERINCE FEATURING A 19-PIECE CASABLANCA JAZZ ORCHESTRA A Night in Casablanca transports audiences to the timeless world of Ingrid Bergman, Humphrey Bogart, and one of the greatest…

BRING YOUR BAGS ALONG TO STOCK UP! With over 60,000 pre-loved books, CDs, DVDs, games, puzzles, vinyl records and more available to buy across a huge range of categories there…

DANCE, SING ALONG, OR JUST SIT BACK AND ENJOY THE CONCERT Our resident band, 60s Magic Rock Band, featuring Ross McGregor, Jennifer Knight and Charlie Agius. Come along and enjoy…

AT ITS CORE, PARENTING IS ABOUT RELATIONSHIP Michelle Mitchell is a parenting educator, author, and speaker, sought after for her compassionate, grounded advice on parenting tweens and teens. With a…

FOR THOSE WHO LOVE TO LISTEN  ‘The Shack’ is one of Sydney’s live music gems, providing an entertaining and diverse range of modern and traditional, quality acoustic music for those…

A COMMUNITY EVENT BROUGHT TO LIFE BY THE TEAM AT FELONS BREWING The one-day market will feature more than 40 artists and makers, showcasing a curated selection of original artworks,…

HANDS-ON WORKSHOP TO BUILD YOUR OWN SOLID HARDWOOD SERVING TRAY We usually run woodworking workshops for kids, but this pop-up session is designed especially for adults. Over four calm and…


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.

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