Dear friend

We live in a part of Sydney where there is a lot going on. Very few of us will have avoided the shemozzle of the Western Harbour Tunnel/Warringah Freeway interchange. Many of us will be keen to see how the end result works. I was devastated by the destruction of so many mature trees and bird habitat, so I am very sceptical.

This week you may have received a copy of the ‘Berrys Bay Community Update’ August 2024 from Transport for NSW (TFN) in your mailbox. I did not as I do not live in Waverton, so I found it online at Western Sydney tunnel update

According to the document this has been shaped by North Sydney Council and community consultation. There are plans for more community consultation according to the leaflet in late 2024. More details can be found on their website.

For those interested in the Cycleway to the Sydney Harbour Bridge this also has a community update.

This week The Sydney Morning Herald published an article the golden smokestack that TFN is planning to build at Cammeray. Quite an edifice at 30 metres high it will no doubt be a talking point for a long time.

As the TFN has the power to approve its own projects there is often community frustration with these projects, however it is worth taking the time to be informed and to contribute when you get the opportunity.

Please add these dates into your diary:

With the release of the document on Berry’s Bay is it timely that the Speakers on Tuesday 13 will talk about bushcare and our local wildlife. A Bushcare officer and a member of North Sydney Council will tell us more. We have a walk planned for later in the year to explore our local bush. Be at the Waverton Uniting Church Hall on Tuesday at 2pm.

Plus Phil is promising the Cherry blossom walk on August 19 at 9.30! No promise of cherry blossom as it can be very elusive - even in Japan I am told.

The following week mark Tuesday 20 August for the AGM at 2pm. It’s at the Coal Loader (not the Hall!). I hope to see you there. We will be providing afternoon tea so we need you to RSVP; or send your apologies.

The Men's Dinner is on the agenda too – for Wednesday 20 August. A great chance for the men together! You can book here.

So much going on! hope to catch up soon!

Carol Fallows

P.S. My partner is fascinated by Bracket Fungus! He found this one on Berry Island.

Waverton Hall Key - IMPORTANT

To all users of the Waverton Hall - if you use the Lock box to retrieve the key to open the front door of the Hall, please ensure that;

1. The key is placed on top pf the piano while the Class is in progress
2. Ensure that the door is locked at the end of the Class
3. Use the Key to lock the door and place it back in the Lock box

If these procedures are not followed the next Class may not be able to gain entry to the Hall. Thank you.

The Hub needs a photographer

Do you have strong photography skills? If you have worked as a photographer and have the skills needed to take professional quality photos the Hub needs you. We are upgrading our website and need a photographer who is capable of delivering high-quality unique photos.  We only need you for a couple of short photo sessions starting with AGM on August 20. If this is you please contact us at wavertonhub@gmail.com.

HUB ACTIVITIES

Monday Local Walks August 12, 2024, 7:30 am to August 12, 2024, 9:30 am Meet at Waverton at 7.30am. Bring your Opal Card. Click here.. to see details of this walk and photos from last week. Read More...

Monday Out of Area Walk August 12, 2024, 9:30 am to August 12, 2024, 2:00 pm Meet at Waverton at 9:30am. Bring your Opal Card and Mask. A walk may start earlier if it is a long one. This will be advised by email a few days prior.  These walks are weather dependent and may not occur if the day is forecast to be hot or very wet. Read More...

Speakers Program August 13, 2024, 2:00 pm to August 13, 2024, 3:30 pm Bushcare, Native Havens, & Wildlife Watch in North Sydney – Andrew Scott & Karina Hanemann Andrew will speak about North Sydney Council’s Bushcare Program – how it has grown to be an important part of residents’ volunteer involvement in our local scene. Karina will talk about the Native Havens program, and Wildlife Watch,   CLICK HERE .. for more details of these talks Come to our Waverton Hub Speakers’ Presentation: 2pm at the Waverton Hall, 75 Bay Rd, Waverton Tuesday 13 August 2024. No need to book – free entry – all invited. . Read More...

There are vacancies in the Art Class at the Coal Loader

Please contact the Hub if you are interested.

Tem 3 Art Class - Drawing August 15, 2024, 10:30 am to August 15, 2024, 1:30 pm Register:https://www.trybooking.com/CSDVW Cost: Now per rata depending on when you start Location: Mess Hall Coal Loader. Details: 10 week Term. This class will involve drawing and sketching, both indoors and outside. When enrolments are completed, you will receive a “What to Bring” list. There will be 10 in the group. Once this is reached a Wait List will be established when you try to Book. Read More...

Dates for your Diary

HUB 11th AGM August 20, 2024, 2:00 pm to August 20, 2024, 4:00 pm The 2024 AGM of The Waverton Hub Inc will be held on Tuesday 20 August at 2.00pm. at The Sustainability Centre, The Coal Loader Light refreshments will be served. For catering purposes could you please Book here.. If you are unable to attend but would like to send your apologies, please add your name to the Apologies List Read More...

Men's Dinner at Le Coq & Fish Bistro August 21, 2024, 6:00 pm to August 21, 2024, 9:30 pm Men's Dinner  You may be aware that our usual restaurant has closed so therefore our next dinner will be held at the Le Coq & Fish Bistro (69 Bay Rd Waverton) to be held on Wednesday 21st August at 6.00 for 6.30pm You must order and pay for your main course on-line before your booking is completed. The system will link to Trybooking where you place your order. There is a variety of main courses to choose from, each includes a shared baguette, mixed vegetables and and mixed salad.  If you want dessert or coffee you can order and pay for that from the Bistro after dinner. Although licensed the Bistro will allow BYO (no corkage charge) for our event. To book, order and pay click on Menu order Come to the Men's Dinner. It's a good chance for men to get together. After dinner any attendee has the opportunity to address the group for a maximum 3 minutes about any topic.  All men are welcome, including non-members. Read More...

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WEEKLY ACTIVITIES - continuing

Tai Chi / Qui Jong every Mon, Tue & Wed 8am in Brennan Park 

Hub Happy Hour Wednesday 4.30pm at Bar Quattro

The Coffee Catchup Thursday 10am at Third Rail

Boules - Please note - there will be NO BOULES from August 1 to 15. It will resume again on August 22

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  Warm regards,

  The Hub eNews Team  

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