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Manly Observer newsletter 8 May 2025

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NORTHERN BEACHES NEWS IN A NUTSHELL

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…

Kim Smee

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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.

First DA to be submitted to Council under new State Planning laws 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 accurately represent the development applications,…

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