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Contents
Notice of Annual General MeetingNotice is given that the Annual General Meeting
Scotland Island Community HallIMPORTANT: Nominations for the Committee, including office bearer positions should be submitted online between before Sunday 6 November, 11 am. Click here to read the rules and how to submit your nomination. The Ordinary Business of the meeting will be:
Documents for the meeting will be uploaded, keep an eye on further emails regarding the AGM.   Church Point Ferry Service News
Annual Lovett Bay Fire
Shed Dinner
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2017 HSC Success Workshop
for Parents and
Students
Northern
Beaches Council is holding a workshop to help parents and students
prepare for the 2017 HSC at Mona Vale Library on 3 November.
Presenter and educational consultant, Jennifer Michalski, said students often do not realise that the marks for the HSC begin now, in Term 4, when the first assessment tasks are completed.
"The more information parents and students have, the better prepared they are for the challenging HSC year.
"Parents and students are often confused by a multitude of opinions and ideas and this workshop will give clarity and answer important questions," said Ms Michalski.
The workshop will help families prepare by ensuring they understand the cycle of the HSC year, how the final mark is calculated and the pitfalls and things they need to watch out for.
"If it is at the beginning of the assessment program, in Term 4, or at the end, all marks are equal.
"Students need to understand they should start early and overcome any thought that it can be all done at the end.
"They need to work consistently throughout the four terms and continue to live a balanced life while enjoying their final senior year of schooling.
"For parents, remaining positive and doing what will assist their HSC student to achieve their best is a challenge, and lines of communication need to be open," Ms Michalski said.
Ms Michalski has managed and supported HSC students for more than 15 years, and has executive management and teaching experience across the public and independent sectors.
Surviving the 2017 HSC for Parents and Students
Thursday 3 November, 6.30 - 7.30pm
Free
Bookings essential on 9970 1600.
Almost Summer Sessions - Music at Mona Vale
Summer is almost here and so is Almost Summer Sessions, a band night by and for young people on 4 November.Almost Summer Sessions is an initiative of some of the area's emerging young changemakers and Northern Beaches Council.
The line-up includes some of the best young bands on the Northern Beaches - Black Iguana, After Hours, Down for Tomorrow and more with musical styles as diverse as jazz, alternative, indie pop and punk rock.
"We were delighted when a group of passionate young people proposed a local band night for young people that will not only be a great night out but showcases our local talent," said Suzi Pawley, Council's Youth and Families Coordinator.
"This is a wonderful opportunity to provide an all ages, alcohol and drug free event for young people to enjoy music and a BBQ, catch up with friends and meet new people outside the school environment.
"It's great to be able to work with these young people and help them organise the event from the ground up.
"That includes everything from organisation and promotion to stage management and front-of-house duties," said Ms Pawley.
Almost Summer Sessions is proudly supported by Mona Vale Music.
Almost Summer Sessions
- Friday 4 November, 6-10pm
- Mona Vale Memorial Hall
- Entry only $5.25 presales/$10 at the door, includes BBQ and a non-alcoholic drink
- All ages, alcohol and drug free
Nominations called for
Northern Beaches 2017
Australia Day Awards
Northern
Beaches Council is inviting the local Community to nominate deserving
people for its five 2017 Australia Day Awards.Categories are
- Citizen of the Year
- Young Citizen of the Year (16 to 26 years)
- Community Event of the Year
- Sportsperson of the Year
- Outstanding Community Service Award
The prestigious awards will be presented as part of Northern Beaches Council's Australia Day celebrations on Thursday, 26 January 2017.
Australia Day is the largest event in Australia, with millions of people across the country, including two million in New South Wales, participating in the celebrations.
Northern Beaches Council's Australia Day Community Awards celebrate and acknowledge what has been accomplished in our community on the very day Australians come together to consider our past and present as a nation - and to reflect on our community achievements with pride.
The category of Sportsperson of the Year reflects the Northern Beaches' distinctive sporting history and the high representation of sports played and enjoyed in our local area.
The Community Event of the Year and Outstanding Community Service Award are presented with the selflessness of volunteers in mind, especially those who give their time to create events that support and assist those in need.
The Northern Beaches Australia Day Awards recognise outstanding contributions made by local residents and groups in the Northern Beaches local government area in:
- Community Service
- Conservation
- Education
- Environment
- Visual and/or Performing Arts
- Culture, or
- Sport
If you wish to nominate someone who you believe is deserving of an Australia Day Community Award, you can download a nomination form and nomination guidelines/criteria from warringah.nsw.gov.au
Nomination forms need to be emailed to events@warringah.nsw.gov.au by 5pm Monday 28 November 2016.
For further information contact Northern Beaches Council Events Team on 9942 2603.
Music afternoon for Young Musicians
Sunday, 4 December 2016
The Co-Op Club Presents
November 2016 Bookings
Church Point Cafe - Artists play between 3:30 - 6:30pm
Sun Nov 6: Rebecca Johnson band :
Rebecca Johnson band return as a Co-Op Club favourite. Rebecca is a seasoned, kick ass bass player and she sings great as well! Joining her is her funky drummer husband Con Settineri and James Vertley on guitar. Together they whip up versions of songs by Bob Marley, Prince, Stevie Wonder & Macy Gray that will have the whole joint jumping.
Sun Nov 13: Glenn Cardier & The Sideshow :
Glenn Cardier & The Sideshow are a rock solid staple of the Australian music scene. Enthralling audiences around the country with their original, captivating blend of rock & blues, which will include Byron Bay Blues fest in 2017. But before that they’ll be joining us at the Co-Op Club, playing songs from a rich tapestry of music from a number of albums released over the years. Glenn Cardier is a powerful frontman &The Sideshow features Jeremy Edwards on guitar, Dave Fester drums & the one and only Mick Malouf on bass.
Sun Nov 20: Rob Woolf Trio :
Rob Woolf Trio have collectively played with a who’s who of Australian artists from Diesel to Jimmy Barnes, hip hop artist Phrase to Silverchair & Guy Sebastian, and are collectively members of the best loved Australian reggae outfit King Tide who will be joining us at the Co-Op Club on Sun Dec 11. All that aside, as a trio, it is with a more bare bones approach that they will share with us music from Jamaica, New Orleans and great blues & soul from Memphis & Chicago. On top of it all is Rob’s singing that will blow you away with his sweet, tough falsetto, making you believe you have stumbled across a back water bar in the deep south of the USA.
Sun Nov 27: Backsliders :
Tix $20. Bookings essential!
Backsliders featuring founding member Dom Turner Guitars & vocals, Rob Hirst (Midnight Oil) drums and vocals & the prodigious Joe Glover (son of ABC radio broadcaster Richard Glover) on harmonica return to the Co-Op Club. Their latest album Heathen Songbook has been described as …”an album that both shimmers & grinds – something truly special yet again…” so no doubt we’ll be in for a treat when they join us for their third gig at the Co-Op Club. As Rhythms Magazine wrote in 2015 ...” A Backsliders show is like no other. Far from the Mississippi Delta, they took us to the water’s edge till we felt the riverbed beneath our feet..” Tix $20. Bookings essential
Music is
every Sunday
between 3.30 - 6.30pm
1860 Pittwater Rd Church Point – bookings 9999 2793
www.facebook.com/thecoopclubchurchpoint
www.waterfrontstore.com.au
1860 Pittwater Rd Church Point – bookings 9999 2793
www.facebook.com/thecoopclubchurchpoint
www.waterfrontstore.com.au
EARTH - Four Elements
Thursday, November 17, 2016 - 6:00pm to Sunday, November 27, 2016 - 4:00pm
Earth is the first exhibition of the
series, Four Elements responding to: earth, water, air, fire.
This exhibition presents the work of over 20 artists responding to earth as inspiration and subject matter. These works include sculpture, installation, painting and photography exploring the physicality and spirituality of what we consider terra firma.
Opening night Thursday 17 November 6-8pm
The gallery will be open daily from 10am-4pm and closed on Monday 21 November
Comedy Night Video Highlights
The
Comedy Night in the Community Hall on Friday and Saturday, 21 and 22
October,
was a great success.
Here are some images and video highlights (and lowlights) at the links below
Here are some images and video highlights (and lowlights) at the links below
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The evening was a fundraiser for our much loved Island Kindy. If you enjoy the videos, please consider making a small donation direct to the Kindy bank account at BSB 032 196 account 233039.
Note: NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN
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Working on Water by Boyd Attewell and David Richards, with Essie Dakers, Toby Jay and Bob Blackwood
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Dr Who at Tennis Wharf, John Travers, Emmie Collins, Matt Lakeman
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War Reporter episode 3, Fleshpots of Florence Terrace with Jessie Booth, Lachy Whitford
And a bonus track from Island Players history; An Island Coup, classic skit from 2005
Many thanks to Boyd, Jon and their helpers for spending the time preparing these and making them available...
Plant Sale
Dolly found 
I
fell into the water around Tennis wharf. I have had a good wash and I
feel fine, but I miss my best friend and want to go home. Can you help me?
Please call Di on 0417 425 085
The Local Guide
Community Information
| Scotland Island Web Site | www.scotlandisland.org.au | |
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click to go to the Calendar | |
| Scotland Island Residents Facebook Page | click to go to Page | |
| Scotland Island Community Vehicle - 0404 103 700 | Number, Usage & Charges | |
| Scotland Island Rural Fire Brigade - 9999 4404 | http://www.sirfb.org.au | |
| West Pittwater Rural Fire Brigade - 9997-3795 | www.westpittwater.rfsa.org.au | |
| Offshore Photo Gallery | offshore gallery |
| Scotland Island Residents Association (SIRA) Membership details - click here for details |
| West Pittwater Community Association (WPCA) - www.westpittwater.com.au |
Scotland
Island Emergency Non-potable Water
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Scotland
Island
& Offshore Children's Services (SIOCS) Long Day Care at The Scotland Island Kindy, Catherine Park, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8.00am - 6.00pm Before & After School Care 8.00am till walked to school ferry - collected from school ferry till 6.00pm Vacation Care, Parents Group on Mondays Hire the Kindy for Birthday Parties Please call 0431 125 142/02 9979 7856 or email SIOCSdirector@gmail.com http://www.scotlandisland.org.au/community/the-kindy/ |
| Scotland Island Community Hall Bookings: Barbara Labram M: 0473008339 or hall@sira.org.au |
| Pittwater Online News - http://www.pittwateronlinenews.com |
| Tick Fact Sheet |
| TUG
Waitlist (Tennis User Group) - Application Form |
Transport
| Scotland Island Community Vehicle - 0404 103 700 - Number, Usage & Charges |
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| Church Point Ferries - 0408 296 997 Ferry Timetable click here |
| Pink Water Taxi - 0428 238 190 |
| Pittwater Offshore Services - Contact Tim Byrne on 0416 003 205 |
| Broken Bay Lighterage & Mooring Services - Barges - Scotland Island - Toby/Dave - 0418 649 158 |
| Manly Warringah Cabs - 02 9972 5600 |
| Palm Beach Cruises - 02 9997 4815 |
Real Estate
| PMC Hill - 9999 4902 http://www.pmchill.com.au/ |
| Tanya Mottl at Residential Real Estate Agents – 9999 4499 www.residentialagents.com.au |
| Waterford Partners Pty Ltd - Therese O'Neill 0424 22 44 12 |
| L.J.Hooker Mona Vale - 9979 8000 http://www.ljhooker.com.au/monavale |
| Murray Bakker – Belle Property Mona Vale – 0449 901 669 – Murray.Bakker@belleproperty.com |
Services, Clubs & Accommodation
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Scotland
Island
Traders - On-line shopping
from your computer through www.g2u.com.au
-delivered to your door Scotland Island by Scotland Island Traders
- Graeme Richmond - Mobile: 0419 460 331 email scotlandislandtraders@gmail.com |
| Justice of the Peace - Bob Bolton - 0414 994 092 |
| Justice of the Peace - Paul Purvis - 9979 9667 |
| Justice of the Peace - Bob Mitchell (Mackerel Beach) - 0419 745 628 |
| Justice of the Peace - Tony Hendel - 0419 242723 |
| Justice of the Peace - Andy Derijk - Elvina Bay 0418 613 890 |
| Pittwater Community Arts Inc. - Enquiries Lorrie Morgan 9997 8079 lorriemay@bigpond.com |
| Peninsula Music Club - enquiries Janice Tuynman - 99991937 - jt@swift dsl.com.au |
| Woody Point Yacht Club - http://www.wpyc.com.au commodore@wpyc.com.au |
| Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club - 02 9997 1022 http://www.rpayc.com.au/ |
| Royal Motor Yacht Club - http://www.royalmotor.com.au/ 02 9997 5511 |
| Scotland Island Lodge - Bed & Breakfast - 02 9979 3301 or http://www.scotlandislandlodge.com.au |
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Pittwater
Youth Hostel - (02) 9999 5748 (8-11 am and 5-8
pm) http://www.yha.com.au/hostels/nsw/sydney-surrounds/pittwater/ |
| Handy Service - "No job too small" - Call Alan 0447 775 541 |
| Electrician Wayne on Scotland Island 0418 229 277 - offshore community sparky - www.sparky.com.au |
| David Walsh - Graphic Design - Custom Made Sculpture - 0404 239 212 - ital2@optusnet.com.au |
| Dog Wash & Grooming - Call Jenni: 0450 444 100 or Email: jena50@hotmail.com |
| Free Pump Outs for Boats - Council with RMS installed a pump out at Careel Bay wharf |
Island Classes (Fitness, Dance, Art etc)
| Pilates, Meditation and Group Fitness with Patrice - 0406 483 036 patrice.corrie@gmail.com | ||
| Art Classes- drawing and painting in oils, acrylics and mixed media- Marion 0431 457 431 | ||
| Dru Yoga - Tuesday 9.00 to 10.30 Tuesday morning - Phone Katya on 0414 187 916 | ||
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Groups
| Green Group For Catherine Park - Run by SIOCS - Emmie Collins on 0405 330 781 |
| Parents & Kids Groups Playgroup - Run by SIOCS - email Emma trysemz@tpg.com.au |
| Scotland Island Players - contact Bob 0414 994 092 or Kez on 0414 994 094 |
| Catherine Park Bush Care Group, 2nd Sunday @ 9.30am, Sharon Kinnison @ 9997 6017 |
| Elizabeth Park Bush Care Group, 1st Saturday @ 9 am, Bob Bolton @ 0414 994 092 |
| Island Thinking Group - Roy Baker, 9999 6891, roybaker99@yahoo.com |
Government Organisations
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Pittwater
Council - 9970 1111 - |
| Member for Mackellar Jason George Falinski, email clicking here or jason.falinski.mp@aph.gov.au |
| Member for Pittwater Rob Stokes, email pittwater@parliament.nsw.gov.au |
Airlines, Buses and Railways
| Sydney Airport: Arrivals and Departures |
Qantas: Information |
Jetstar: Information |
Virgin Blue: Information |
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Sydney Buses: Information. |
Sydney Ferries: Information |
City Rail: Timetables & Information. |
Country Link Rail: Timetable |
Weather
Pittwater WeatherScotland Island Tides, Moon phases, Sun rise & set
Local Weather Forecast
Radar weather for Sydney (128k circle)
Emergency Contact Numbers
| ALL EMERGENCIES (Police - Fire - Ambulance) | 000 |
| Police Assistance Line & Information | 13 1444 or 9281 0000 |
| Broken Bay Water Police | 9910 7899 or 0412 162 093 |
| Marine Rescue Broken Bay - Weekend | (02) 9999 3554 - (02) 8411 1121 |
| Marine Rescue Broken Bay - VHF Radio channel | VHF
Radio Channel: VHF 16 27MHz Radio Channel: 86 or 88 |
| Scotland Island Rural Fire Service | 9999 4404 |
| Elvina Bay Rural Fire Service | 9997 3795 |
| Lovett Bay Rural Fire Service | 9979 1612 |
| Mackerl Beach Rural Fire Service | 9974 1162 |
| Rural Fire Service Headquarters Terrey Hills | 9450 3000 |
| NSW Fire Service General Information 9265 2999 | 9265 2999 |
| Rural Fire Service General information | 9450 3000 |
| State Emergency Service, Warringah/Pittwater SES | 13 25 00 9486 3399 |
| National Parks & Wildlife Service: 000, general information | 9457 9322 |
| Dept of Community Services: general information | 9977 6011 |
| Sydney Water | 132 090 |
| Energy Australia | 131 388, (ah) 131 909 |
Join SIRAYou can now join the Scotland Island Residents’ Association through the online Self-Service Portal at sira.org.auAlternatively, there are offline methods of joining, read more here or contact secretary@sira.org.au |
Join West Pittwater Community AssociationTo join the Western Pittwater Community Association http://www.westpittwater.com.au/Contact/join-the-wpca |
Archived Newsletters
A complete set of past electronic newsletters since May 2000 can be found and read at https://ymlp.com/archive_gesgjgm.php or by clicking here or by visiting the Mona Vale Library.The Island website is at www.scotlandisland.org.au
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