Coles Partners with Bravery Trust in Lead up to Anzac Day
Image L-R: Coles Bakery Manager Amber Waters, Bravery Trust CEO Belinda Wilson and Lieutenant Rory McDonald. Coles has launched a fundraising campaign in the lead up to Anzac Day to enable Bravery Trust to support Aussie service men and women who have an injury...
Seed Suppliers Overwhelmed Amid Gardening Boost
Dipti Singh Social distancing and shutdown steps adopted by the government in reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic have forced us to reconsider our regular interactions. Yet it's not all doom and gloom, as positives can also be found! Despite the global uncertainty of...
Commemorating ANZAC Day in 2020
Isabella Ross There is no denying that this year has been unlike no other. Yet us Aussies are a determined bunch, and we will continue to commemorate the sacrifices of those who serve our country, this ANZAC Day. April 25th is a time for all Australians to unite and...
A Wake-Up Call: The Eco-Friendly Silver Lining?
Johanna Rumphorst Cancelled flights, closed schools, offices, bars and restaurants – the COVID-19 pandemic is causing the world to shut down. With industries, tourism and businesses closed down, carbon emissions and pollution are being reduced. With emissions going...
COVID-19’s Impact on the Creatives Industry
Isabella Ross There is no question that COVID-19 has had a significant impact on both the current and future state of the arts industry. With news that all non-essential gatherings of more than 500 people be cancelled, the everyday Aussies who rely on such income from...
Here’s Why You Should Always Have Rice Stocked In Your Pantry
Mary Therese Rice is typically associated with Asian cuisines, but it’s actually a versatile ingredient that works well with a range of flavours and seasoning. Moreover, a quick overview of rice on Verywell Fit explains that, depending on the type of rice...
What’s On This Senior’s Festival
Isabella Ross There are lots of fun events and programs running this month and the next regarding seniors! With something perfectly suited for everyone, now is the time to enjoy all the wonderful activities on offer for our local North Shore seniors. KU-RING-GAI...
DonateLife Week Underway
Isabella Ross DonateLife Week is officially underway, aiming to raise awareness and registrations for organ and tissue donors. The Minister responsible for the Organ and Tissue Authority, the Hon Mark Coulton MP, urged Australians to not only register but also ignite...
Kelly’s Office Furniture: Local and Proud
Isabella Ross Opening its doors in 1955, Kelly’s Office Furniture has been a staple business within the Northern Beaches for over 60 years. Moving into its third generation of family members, Sydney Observer sat down with Isabella Harbutt to discuss the history of the...
New Study suggests diet can affect mental health
Isabella Ross A recent study by Deakin University found evidence that a healthy diet can be a cost-effective treatment for depression. Building on the University’s previous studies in this field, researchers worked with the Deakin Food & Mood Centre’s SMILES...
Best New Year’s Eve Vantage Points Spots
Marlene Even Residents in the North Shore are fortunate to have some of the best vantage points for The New Year’s Eve fireworks. Sydney Observer shares some of our favourite spots to bring in the New Year. Have a favourite spot in the North Shore to watch the...
Damien Leith’s Tribute to Roy Orbison
Marlene Even Australia first met singer / songwriter Damien Leith 12 years ago when he won Australian Idol. The Irish-born singer charmed the audience with his powerful rendition of Roy Orbison’s song ‘Crying’. Now more than a decade on, he is performing a concert in...
