November has rolled around again, the month we traditionally raise awareness about family violence, and sadly the statistics haven’t improved. On average one woman a week in Australia is murdered by her current or former partner in

Australia. That’s more than 50 of our mothers, sisters, daughters or friends that are killed every year.

I was pleased to walk alongside so many in the Northern Beaches Says No to Domestic Violence Walk yesterday. It really will take the growing awareness of all in our community to turn those statistics around. We can all help by raising awareness, speaking out and learning how to support those affected. A massive shout out to the Northern Beaches Domestic Violence Network for all they do, every day, on the front line of this issue. And if you do need help or advice a good place to start is our website or by calling 1800RESPECT.

On a lighter note, Council hosted the fabulous Allambie Heights Public School Student Parliament this week. The students came to the Civic Centre in Dee Why, sat in the big Councillor chairs and made some important decisions. I was so proud to watch them put forward a motion to fundraise for firefighters and those affected by the recent bushfires and then adopt it unanimously. What a seriously thoughtful bunch of young people and a fabulous program teaching them about democracy and leadership.

Your Council meets next Tuesday night. Lots on the agenda including the adoption of the Little Manly Masterplan, water facilities for dogs and the draft Road Safety Plan. Come along or watch it online.

Finally, Cromer Park will host the Pararoos first match on home soil since the 2000 Paralympic Games next Saturday. Australia’s Pararoos will take on Canada in this international friendly on our doorstop. Grab a ticket, it should be a great game.

Have a good weekend.

A message from the Mayor

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Ocean FestivalSun 24 Nov - Sun 1 DecWe are celebrating our oceans with a jam-packed festival program. Enjoy cinema, guided tours, beach cleans ups, meditation and yoga, citizen science projects, walks and talks.

Full program and booking details online

Council meetingTue 26 Nov, 6pm Council Chambers, Dee WhyView the agenda online or at any of our Customer Service Centres.

Requests to address Council or speak at the public forum: complete the form online or call 9942 2427 by Tue 26 Nov, 12pm

DA lodgement requirements, changing for the betterFrom 1 January 2020, there are some changes to the required Development Application (DA) documentation that all applicants need to know.

• Boundary Identification Survey – must accompany all DAs, to ensure accurate assessment and identification of property boundaries. These will also be utilised during the construction phase of any development. Council will accept current detail surveys, which are not boundary identification surveys, if dated prior 1 January 2020.

• Internal floor plans – Council will display all plans, including internal floor plans online providing the community greater transparency and ease of access to all relevant information lodged with a DA.

• Paperless – Development Assessment is going paperless and will no longer require paper hardcopies, just a USB, at the time of lodgement.

Northern BeachesWeekly News

Sun 1 Dec, 9.30am - 12pm Lionel Watts Reserve, Frenchs ForestLet’s celebrate the opening of the new Lionel Watts community space with great entertainment for kids including circus stage shows, roving entertainment, circus-themed activities and skateboarding with Skater HQ.

Free Tickets online

Creative Made Makers Market Sat 30 Nov, 9am - 3pm Tramshed Arts and Community Centre, NarrabeenIf you’re looking for a unique or creative gift idea that will stand out in the Christmas crowd, don’t miss our popular market. Discover locally made products with an authentic Northern Beaches flavour.

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Newport ShopfestSat 30 Nov, 8am - 8pm Robertson Rd and surrounding village, NewportCome and experience the best of Newport with a fresh produce market, live music, kids entertainment and local shopping.

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Northern BeachesWeekly NewsContinued

Licence - The Beach Shed, Dee Why Beach Reserve, The Strand (proposed)Submissions close: Sun 24 Nov

Manly Parking Permit Scheme Revised Framework (draft)Submissions close: Sun 24 Nov

Lease and licence - Little Manly Beach Café (proposed)Submissions close: Wed 27 Nov

Bushland and Biodiversity Policy (draft)Submissions extended to Thu 28 Nov

Councillor Induction and Professional Development Policy (draft) Submissions extended to Thu 28 Nov

Cultural Policy (draft)Submissions extended to Thu 28 Nov

Fraud and Corruption Control Policy and Plan (draft)Submissions extended to Thu 28 Nov

Voluntary Planning Agreement Policy and Guidelines (draft)Submissions extended to Thu 28 Nov

Water Management for Development Policy (draft)Submissions extended to Thu 28 Nov

Planning Proposal - Manly Creek Riparian Lands (Mermaid Pool)Submissions close: Sun 1 Dec

Asbestos Management Policy (draft)Submissions extended to Sun 8 Dec

Community Centres Policy (draft)Submissions extended to Sun 8 Dec

Community Centres StrategySubmissions extended to Sun 8 Dec

Keeping of Animals Policy (draft)Submissions extended to Sun 8 Dec

Smoke Free Zones Policy (draft)Submissions extended to Sun 8 Dec

Commercial Centre Upgrade - Killarney HeightsComments close: Sun 15 Dec

Lionel Watts eastern clubhouse and amenitiesSubmissions close: Sun 15 Dec

North Curl Curl Skate ParkComments close: Sun 15 Dec

DCP amendments - Mermaid Pool Submissions close: Sun 22 Dec

Planning Proposal - Freshwater Village carpark reclassificationSubmissions close: Sun 2 Feb

Have your sayThe following projects are open for comment:

Council noticesNorthern Beaches Local Planning PanelWed 27 Nov, 1pm Civic Centre, Dee WhyItem 3.1 - Mod2019/0454 - 1 Surfview Rd, Mona Vale - modification of development consent DA2018/1771 granted for the demolition of the existing surf club building and construction of a new surf club building including a café, restaurant and function space.

Item 3.2 - DA2019/0663 - 515 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale - demolition of all existing structures and the construction of a shop top housing development comprising 19 dwellings, ground floor business premises and car parking.

Item 3.3 - DA2019/0795 - 22 Wattle Ave, Fairlight - demolition works and construction of a dual occupancy (attached) and swimming pools.

Item 3.4 - DA2019/0342 - 79A Lauderdale Ave, Fairlight - alterations and additions to an existing residential building, use as a dual occupancy and strata subdivision.

Item 3.5 - DA2019/0730 - 71 Queenscliff Rd, Queenscliff - demolition works and construction of a residential flat building.

Requests to address the Panel: 9942 2360 by Tue 26 Nov, 4pm

View the agenda online

Newport Shopfest road closure - Robertson Rd, NewportSat 30 Nov, 6am - 9pmRobertson Rd will be temporarily closed to traffic. Surrounding roads including parking and transport may also be affected during this time.

Christmas Choral Concert - local traffic changesThe event will take place at Manly Oval on Thu 5 Dec, 6.30 - 8.30pm.

Expect increased traffic in surrounding streets. Authorised Parking Only will be in place on the north side of Sydney Rd, opposite Eustace St, between 8am to 9pm from Mon 2 Dec to Fri 6 Dec.

Proposed road reserve lease renewals Under s154 of the Roads Act 1993, we are considering the renewal of the following road reserve leases for a term of five years.

Submissions can be made online, via email or to PO Box 82 Manly 1655.

Submissions close: Sun 22 Dec

Adjoining 63 Waterloo St, NarrabeenTo an occupier (Domino’s Pizza) of 63 Waterloo St, Narrabeen (Lot 1 DP 502842) for approximately 5.5m2 for the parking of e-bikes during business trading hours.

Adjoining 37 Moore St, FreshwaterTo the owner of 37 Moore St, Freshwater (Lot 4 SP 84865) for approximately 11.9m2 for a covered timber decked verandah used for dining.

Adjoining 35 Collaroy St, CollaroyTo the owner of 35 Collaroy St, Collaroy (Lot 26 DP 7445) for approximately 7.15m2 for the parking of motor vehicles.