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 To all who purchase water on Line 1 Thank you for your support during the last ten months as I have been learning to assist you to purchase water from Line 1. I am going away on 6th July till end August. Thanks to Nathalie Muir (0419432460 nathalie@muir.net) who will look after Line 1 till I return. I look forward to helping you further from September. All the best & thank you Louisa A Reminder: 2014-2015 SIRA membership
is due by 1st July.
No water bookings can be confirmed after 30th June without $20 deposited into the membership account. Account details; St. George Bank BSB 112-879 A/C 161 070 923 SIRA. Please identify your direct debit with 'your last name', 'Line 1' and 'Mem' in the reference field. (no cash) AND Please complete a 2014-2015 SIRA membership form - click here to download and put in PO Box 70 at Church Point or scanned and emailed to cassgye@spin.net.au. Thank you again Louisa  click image to load the flyer What's the one thing you would change about Scotland Island? As you might know, Boyd Attewell was moving around the festival asking people two questions; what would be the one thing they would change about the island, and what was the one thing they would keep the same. Here is a quick compilation of answers to the first question. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4vrVuIUIQk The humour and quirkiness of the islanders can't help but shine through on this stunning winters day. Boyd Attewell 0417 991 499 Online Images Library
Click any image to go to the online gallery
Note we are always looking for more Offshore community images to add to the Scotland Island online photo galleries.  click image to load flyer  Scotland Island Kindy Position Vacant Kindergarten Office Administration Internship Scotland Island Kindy is a non-profit community based preschool servicing offshore families for children 18 months to 5 years of age. At Scotland Island Kindy we provide a creative play-based and active learning environment where the children’s well-being and happiness is our top priority. Our beautiful Kindy is excited to offer an Internship program to an interested and motivated high school leaver to join our experienced and enthusiastic team of early childhood educators. The program we are offering includes up to 10 paid hours a week in the office carrying out childcare centre specific administrative duties. The position would suit not only a candidate interested in gaining credible office administration experience but also anyone interested in a career in Early Childhood Teaching. Assistance with obtaining the Working With Children Check will be provided by SIOCS. If you are interested in being a part of the fabric of the offshore lifestyle whilst gaining practical administrative skills and experience please submit your resume to Bec; director@siocs.com.au or call Bec on 9979 7856 to find out more. Scotland Island Kindy; where people and business come together to work, live, play and learn in a natural environment. FREE TRIAL DAY Scotland Island Kindy is a non-profit community based preschool servicing offshore families for children 18 months to 5 years of age. At Scotland Island Kindy we provide a creative play-based and active learning environment where the children’s well-being and happiness is our top priority. We are offering free trial days for new friends to come along and experience the magic of early childhood learning with our experienced and enthusiastic educators. Your child will be immersed in creative, play based learning in our wonderful native setting. We think it is a great opportunity to meet and play with other children and try out our program and Centre. Our trial days are available any time of the year and we are always accepting new enrolments. The trial period is either 4 half days or 2 full days. Centre Hours
Tuesday to Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm If you are interested in
coming to check out our Centre please get in touch with our Director,
Bec; director@siocs.com.au
or call Bec on 9979 7856 to find out more. Scotland Island Kindy; where our community comes together to work, live, play and learn in a natural environment. Own this beautiful painting of the much loved ‘Curlew’ Here’s a wonderful opportunity to own this beautiful painting of "The Curlew” by Di Watts - whilst supporting Oxfam’s projects. Long term resident and Scotland Island artist, Di Watts has generously donated this work to raise funds for the Oxfam Kilimanjaro Challenge. (Emmie Collins is climbing Mt Kilimanjaro to raise much needed funds for Oxfam and to promote awareness of their initiatives to reduce global poverty) For further information plus how and where Oxfam operates go to:https://www.oxfam.org.au/my/events/view/759  ‘Curlew by Night’ by Di Watts - 550 x 700 - $250.00 To hang this mesmerising canvass on your wall please contact: Emmie Collins – emstar@tpg.com.au/ 0405 330 781 Thank you Di !!
Local Services - Waste and Recycling Zone Waste & Recycling Collection Calendars The new Waste and Recycling calendar July to December, 2014 for Scotland Island and Western Foreshores is now available to view: HERE  click image to load calendar. Kids on the Coast Pittwater Council’s Winter Program set to revitalise the cooler days During the July school holidays the Coastal Environmental Centre (CEC) is heating things up with some fantastic adventures. Winter is a great time to explore our beautiful coast. Whales are migrating to warmer waters, making it an ideal time to get up-close-and-personal with the wonders of our natural environment. Monday 30 June - The Nutty Professor Put on your lab coat and enter the Nutty Professor’s Lab at the CEC! We’ll discover what’s happening in the world of science and learn how to answer questions using the Scientific Method – just like real scientists! Tuesday 1 July - Washed-up Coastal Survivor Imagine being marooned on a deserted island. Enjoy a fun outdoor adventure where, as castaways, we explore our local beaches and bushland looking for ways to survive in the natural environment. Learn about finding food, water and shelter as well as some great bushcrafts using materials we find along the way. Wednesday 2 July - Art Workshop Get inspired these holidays and create some amazing and special pieces. A professional artist will guide you in creating some amazing artworks. This is a fantastic opportunity for any budding Picassos to learn some artistic techniques and let your inner artist grow! These two special workshops will focus on the coast and will let you experiment with lots of different techniques. Monday 7 July - Reptile Romp Are you interested in reptiles? Would you love the chance to meet some of our scaly friends? Come to the CEC and learn about our native reptiles and get the chance to meet them up close. Some of these guys are the closest thing to a living dinosaur! Tuesday 8 July - Nutty Professor’s Lab Enter the Nutty Professor’s Lab at the CEC. Can you make something move without touching it? Can you send secret messages with a lemon? Does water have a skin? We’ll discover what’s happening in the world of science and learn how to answer questions using the Scientific Method – just like real scientists! Wednesday 9 July - The Not so Scary world of Sharks & Wild about Whales Come to the CEC and learn more about our creatures of the deep. Find out about our friends the sharks and what makes them so special for our oceans. We will also have a whale of a time learning all about the many interesting features of the largest animal on earth. Thursday 10 July Rock - Platform Rambles Ever wondered what lives in a rock pool? We’ll have a great adventure exploring the coastline and all the amazing creatures that call our rock pools and rock platform home. Friday 11 July - Beachcombing Investigators Enjoy a day beachcombing and other fun activities by the sea. We’ll learn what lives in the lagoon and what gets washed up on the shore. Begin at the “Kids on the Coast” HQ by examining our collection of specimens and touch-table, before embarking on a trail of discovery to find your very own washed up treasures. Time: All activities run from 10:00am - 3:00pm Cost: $55. Bookings: are essential For more information: www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/ceckids or phone 1300 000 232  Click flyer to read more about the program Holiday Craft at Mona Vale Library  Hey kids! Come in for a drop in session making crafts inspired by Aboriginal art Venue: Pelican Room - Mona Vale Library - 1 Park Street Mona Vale Time: Between 10am & 12.30pm Ages: Kindy to 12 years Bookings: Not necessary - just drop in! (Parents are to stay with young children). Dates: Thursday 10 July More info: Call Mona Vale Library on 9970 1600 Hey kids! Come in for a drop in session making crafts inspired by Aboriginal art Join us at Mona Vale Library  for A Guringai Festival EventVenue: Pelican Room - Mona Vale Library 1 Park Street Mona Vale Time: 11.30am to 12.30pm Date: Tuesday 8 July Ages: 5-12 years (Children 7 and under will require parental supervision) Cost: $10 Bookings: Numbers are limited so please book on 9970 1600 or at the front desk For more information call Rebeccah on 9970 1622. Movies at Mona Vale Library  Venue: Mona Vale Library 1 Park Street Mona Vale Time: 3pm Date: Wednesday 2 July 2014 Cost: Free Bookings essential at the front desk or by phone on 9970 1600 Refreshments will be available for a nominal charge. Children under seven (7) will require parental supervision. For more information: Phone 9970 1600 Australian Computer Society - ACS WOMEN How to Become a Tech Girl Superhero Microsoft Office 1 Epping Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Date: Wednesday 2nd July 2014 Time: 9:00am Morning Tea and Registration - 9:30am start until 12:00pm Bring your daughters to our fabulous event at Microsoft where we show them how to become a Tech Girl Superhero. This morning event is designed in two parts
  AUTHOR TALKS A Healing Hug for Alzheimer’s Caregivers All about caring grieving and making life better by Elizabeth Postle Are you struggling with grief, at the same time as coping with the day to day demands of a loved one with Alzheimer’s? This book is a practical guide for caregivers, demonstrating the best practical coping techniques of every day problems as well as tackling topics such as grief and how to look after yourself too. English born Elizabeth Postle became a nurse and ended her 45 year career running her own nursing home. She nursed many dementia patients during her long career. She and her husband retired to Australia in 2000. Elizabeth took out a Local Achievement Award as part of the 2014 NSW Seniors Week. Her daughter Lesley edited the book, A Healing Hug for Alzheimer’s Caregivers. Date: Thursday 10 July 2014 Time:2pm Venue: Mona Vale Library 1 Park Street, Mona Vale Cost: FREE COMMUNITY TALK Phone: 9970 1600 PITTWATER ECO FLOOR SANDING & Timber Decking Restoration Want to say thanks to everyone for the great response we have had so far, we have been flat out ever since! After many enquiries we realised we need to clarify what we actually can do!
punching nails
gap filling boards repairs your choice of natural oil or best quality water-based finish
all outdoor timber
doors, windows timber screening, cladding, handrails, outdoor furniture, house external high pressure washing pressure washing slippery outdoor steps.
 We use Livos chemical-free natural oil or Synteko low VOC water-based floor finish for a natural, safe and healthy home. Local for Locals. References available on request... or maybe just ask your neighbour! Kids Yoga on Scotland
Island!
Tuesdays 4:30 – 5:15pm in the Community Hall beginning 22nd July $10 per child, ages 4 - 12 years Only a few of the benefits of yoga for kids include
 click poster to load flyer For more information go to www.consciouslifeyoga.com.au The Co-Op Club Proudly Presents July Bookings at Church Point Cafe Artists play between 3-6pm  Sun July 6: Liza Ohlback Liza Ohlback covers all styles of blues, including jazz, gospel, soul & swamp. With a voice that can growl, howl or soothe your furrowed brow this 2013 triple blues ‘Chain Award’ winner for her album Trouble Goin Down can deliver her unique style with frankness and a wicked sense of humour. She will be joined by Rick Melick on keys/vox, Chris Frazier bass and Greg Ohlback on drums/vox. ...”Liza is a class act…” - Brian Lizotte Sun July 13: The Field  The Field is a band and their music is a meeting place of styles. You can hear jazz, blues, country and Celtic influences with hints of Ry Cooder and Bill Frisell as well as Little Feat and the more obscure Celtic leanings of Pentangle and Richard Thompson. Canadian born slide guitarist and the band’s founder Bruce Reid also plays guitar with Sydney’s renown jazz group The Catholics and is the guitarist for the legendary Oz rock band Dragon and has also worked alongside singer Wendy Matthews for well over a decade. ..”The Field’s music is immediately friendly, drawing the listener in with it’s obvious warmth and drawling geniality. With greater familiarity we find that, while it is by no means urban music, nor is it quite country. Perhaps it may be best described as Arcadian, given it’s pervasive stillness and radiant sense of contentment..” John Shand – SMH Sun July 20: The Sly Dogs  Scotland Island locals and the Co-Op Club house band return to give you your monthly dose of rockin soul blues…a great way to end your weekend and start your week. Sun July 27: The Rob Woolf Trio The Rob Woolf Trio featuring Rob Woolf on keys & vocals, Rowan Lane bass & Miles Thomas on drums have collectively played with a who’s who of Australian talent from Diesel to Karise Eden, from hip hop artist Phrase to Luke Steele or Silverchair and Ms Murphy. They have backed the Jamaican Rocksteady great, Stranger Cole, blues legend Eugene Bridges, and are members of the best- loved reggae outfit, King Tide. Their performance at the Co-Op Club will give us a taste of a more bare bones approach playing the music they love from Jamaica, New Orleans with blues and soul from Memphis and Chicago. 1860 Pittwater Rd Church Point Ph: 9999 2793 for bookings www.facebook.com/thecoopclubchurchpoint WOW Group 2014  Hi everyone We had the most delightful lunch and everyone made beautiful french food and the day could not have been better with both Robbie and Angela who are relatively new to the area meeting the locals. Robbie gave a very interesting talk as she has lived in France for some time and teaches French @ St Luke's. A big thank to Carolyn for providing the venue and we all told hilarious stories and nobody made a quiche ! Angela Cooney is hosting at the end September / early October and her home is in Elvina Bay and her subject is zoology. The girls have voted for girls only next time so sorry to those who had other ideas WOW will stay as WOW . cheers Antonia & Robbie Pop Up Shop  Hi all, my little Pop Up Shop will be open over the school holidays for orders, fittings and purchases on Thursdays and Fridays. (weather pending) One Little Vintage Shop is located at Bell Wharf lower steps, half way down on right hand side. Please feel free to inquire about Winter Jackets and Winter Capes for men,women and children. All clothing garments are handmade by myself here at home on beautiful Scotland island. Also available for purchase will be women's and children's dresses,skirts,tops and cotton pants. My sign will be out each day so feel free to have a chat and let me know what you are needing Ordered or Purchased. I will have clothes on display Thursdays and Fridays for school holidays. Welcome to try on for sizing. Lay-bys welcome.I also do the odd mending job here and there. Come say hi...... Cheers Essie Wanted to Rent Long time off-shore resident of 30 years seeks garden/granny flat/boatshed for long term rental as a result of current property being put on the market. A quiet and private person, who is willing to contribute to garden and property maintenance. Please call Corinne on 0414 261 544. For Sale Golf Cart Electric “ CLUB CAR “ golf cart $1500 Contact Jan or Peter 9986 0172 Tender Polycraft Tuff Tender & Yamaha 2 stroke 15 hp Boat and engine are both 2013 and hardly used. (Only on 4th tank of fuel) $3,500 Silas Tel. 0411 436084 Lost KAYAK 17-foot yellow “Storm” ocean kayak with rudder, storage compartments fore and aft. Went missing from our jetty on the east side of Scotland Island o/a 14 June; slipped its tie-down and went “float-about.” Water Police have not recovered it. We would greatly appreciate any information as to its whereabouts. Please contact Alan 0411 211 190 Found  These were found 2 weeks ago in a plastic bag at commuter wharf. Contact is 0418253870. Essie. PS pick up is house at Bell Wharf. The Local Guide Community Information
Transport
Real Estate
Services, Clubs & Accommodation
Island Classes (Fitness, Dance, Art etc)
Groups
Government Organisations
Airlines, Buses and Railways
Weather Scotland Island Tides, Moon phases, Sun rise & set Local Weather Forecast Radar weather for Sydney (128k circle) Emergency Contact Numbers
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