Please go to our homepage to find what you’re looking for We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and their Country By these words we show our respect to all Aboriginal people present and emerging and the spirits and ancestors of the Clans that lived in this area Contribute to support the Manly Observer's independent local journalism Become a MO supporter hyperlocal news service covering the Northern Beaches in Sydney with a hyperfocus from Manly to Dee Why We have a fair and non-sensationalist approach to reporting It is run by locals for locals and we depend on your news tips and support to keep going We are a member of the Local Independent News Association News tips: editor@manlyobserver.com.au or text 0435741777 Advertising queries: advertising@manlyobserver.com.au General queries: editor@manlyobserver.com.au  © Manly Observer | All Rights Reserved Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time when Paul Sheather arrived as principal of Balgowlah Boys High the school was struggling to push enrolments above 380 students the local paper published a league table of HSC results of all northern beaches schools I believe everything else will come along.” Cubby Evans and Kingston Ssekiranda at Balgowlah High the all-boys state school has experienced a remarkable turnaround now famed for its HSC English results which put it among the top schools in the state “I believe boys learn slightly differently from girls We set novels we know they will enjoy and teach writing in a highly structured way opening them up to more sophisticated language,” he says Students take a 20-minute class each day on grammar while English teacher-turned-deputy principal Benjamin Seldon developed a program on effective sentence construction that runs across faculties “Boys’ organisation skills develop slower than girls’ and that has to happen in discipline too,” says Sheather A new research paper on boys’ education in Australia shows boys were twice as likely as girls to be at the bottom of the class in writing and reading and more likely to fall behind in the leap from primary to high school The report by Catholic Schools NSW states that while gender gaps for literacy widened over time a “noticeable increase occurred between years 5 and 7” indicating primary to high school as the key stage when “boys as a group were most outpaced by girls” Despite the scale of the problem, the underperformance of boys has not been given appropriate policy attention, the paper argues, with the last parliamentary review into boys education, Boys: Getting it Right “All school kids deserve the attention and resources needed to achieve their full potential but a particular priority must go to those struggling academically the proverbial ‘lower tail’ of performance,” the report said Balgowlah Boys High principal Paul Sheather with HSC students in 2023 The school is consistently among the top-performing.Credit: Nick Moir “Boys are twice as likely as girls to score in the lowest performance bands in the literacy domains where boys traditionally outperform girls on average the lowest performers are equally likely to be boys,” it states It also notes that “Australia’s highly disruptive classrooms by world standards are more likely to disadvantage boys’ learning” which has doubled its HSC success rate – or marks above 90 – in the past decade principal Silvana Rossetti says the boys’ school focuses on building a sense of belonging at school and we have former students come who are still really connected to the school and are such good role models.” Principal Silvana Rosetti with students at Marist College Eastwood which has doubled its HSC success rate over 10 years and keeping high engagement through middle years 9 and 10 it’s vital they don’t fly under the radar and fall behind We use teaching techniques where all students need to actively participate in class,” Rossetti says At all-boys Patrician Brothers College Fairfield the school uses an early intervention program in year 7 to identify students at risk of falling behind and reading comprehension is key to success in all areas,” principal Peter Wade says highly active learning in class and encouraging boys to find their voice are some of the strategies which has led to far more engaged students and academic growth.” Sheather believes there needs to be a broader national discussion about how to teach boys “We knew quickly after I started at Balgowlah in 2009 that self-directed wasn’t working and that it was particularly challenging for boys with disabilities or lower abilities We went to the other end of the spectrum with explicit teaching which makes classroom management easier too,” he says We set texts like Lord of the Flies and Romeo and Juliet The report also notes the gap in reading enjoyment between year 4 boys and girls is wider in Australia than in other countries It also points to the importance of raising girls’ participation in STEM as an “important goal in its own right but it need not come at the expense of equivalent efforts to help boys struggling in literacy” The number of male teachers in Australian schools is at a record low declining to 28.1 per cent from 33 per cent in 2001 While Sheather believes there are certain advantages of single-sex schools the teaching methods can be applied to co-ed and single-sex schools and “children can flourish” in either environment Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter We were last on the list,\\u201D he recalls and once there\\u2019s that academic uplift I believe everything else will come along.\\u201D \\u201CI believe boys learn slightly differently from girls opening them up to more sophisticated language,\\u201D he says \\u201CBoys\\u2019 organisation skills develop slower than girls\\u2019 and that has to happen in discipline too,\\u201D says Sheather a \\u201Cnoticeable increase occurred between years 5 and 7\\u201D indicating primary to high school as the key stage when \\u201Cboys as a group were most outpaced by girls\\u201D the underperformance of boys has not been given appropriate policy attention with the last parliamentary review into boys education \\u201CAll school kids deserve the attention and resources needed to achieve their full potential the proverbial \\u2018lower tail\\u2019 of performance,\\u201D the report said \\u201CBoys are twice as likely as girls to score in the lowest performance bands in the literacy domains the lowest performers are equally likely to be boys,\\u201D it states It also notes that \\u201CAustralia\\u2019s highly disruptive classrooms by world standards are more likely to disadvantage boys\\u2019 learning\\u201D which has doubled its HSC success rate \\u2013 or marks above 90 \\u2013 in the past decade principal Silvana Rossetti says the boys\\u2019 school focuses on building a sense of belonging at school and we have former students come who are still really connected to the school and are such good role models.\\u201D it\\u2019s vital they don\\u2019t fly under the radar and fall behind We use teaching techniques where all students need to actively participate in class,\\u201D Rossetti says \\u201CKids these days are not avid readers and reading comprehension is key to success in all areas,\\u201D principal Peter Wade says highly active learning in class and encouraging boys to find their voice are some of the strategies which has led to far more engaged students and academic growth.\\u201D \\u201CWe knew quickly after I started at Balgowlah in 2009 that self-directed wasn\\u2019t working and that it was particularly challenging for boys with disabilities or lower abilities which makes classroom management easier too,\\u201D he says \\u201CBoys generally aren\\u2019t wide readers It also points to the importance of raising girls\\u2019 participation in STEM as an \\u201Cimportant goal in its own right but it need not come at the expense of equivalent efforts to help boys struggling in literacy\\u201D and \\u201Cchildren can flourish\\u201D in either environment Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories A tabloid-worthy coda saw the former Liberal staffer being sued for more than $13,000 in damages by the owner but the choice of location for hiding out in luxury remains unimpeachable Eleven kilometres from the centre of Sydney Balgowlah has the harbour and the amenities of nearby Manly it’s the little sister to Manly’s little sister Fairlight a little more suburban than Manly,” says Sam Batten who operates Effie’s cafe and wine bar on the suburb’s main drag on Sydney Road and its satellite Effie’s at Manly Boat Shed which has recently been given a multimillion-dollar makeover by its yachting royalty owners “Ferry after ferry deposits tourists in Manly so when it’s summer you do tend to get a lot of people from Manly coming to Balgowlah for respite from the crowds.” Balgowlah has the northern beaches drawbacks of no rail access and traffic snarls on the main roads during peak hour who has lived in the suburb for eight years “It’s very family-friendly and the pocket beaches are great.” Brunswick Heads: Rents here are 40 per cent higher than 5 years ago Woollahra: Where the median house price sits comfortably over $4 million the neighbouring suburb of Balgowlah Heights is the ritzier of the two and its single-level homes are more likely to look at each other than the water you can just jump off the bus and into the welcoming arms of Effie’s and celebrate aperitivo hour in sunshine-worthy style with salumi and natural wine with Ben Jones from Cunninghams Real Estate We are spoilt for choice with cafes in Balgowlah but my go-to is Charlotte Cafe on Wanganella Street, right across the road from the Cunninghams Balgowlah office. It serves delicious coffee and has a great lunch menu, too. One of my favourite spots is the North Harbour Reserve Walkway, which stretches all the way down to Manly and has stunning views. For those who want to go one bigger, they can do the whole Spit to Manly 10-kilometre trail and end up in Manly having a well-deserved cocktail at Hugo’s. We’ve seen Balgowlah’s property market remain strong this year. There is still high demand for both family homes and well-located units for first-home buyers and downsizers. With schools, shops, coastal walks and transport on your doorstep in Balgowlah, it really has something for everyone. 3 Baths2 ParkingView listing You’ll feel like you’re sitting in the treetops on the elevated terrace of this sprawling two-level brick family home with serene views over beautiful North Harbour. Retractable bifold doors from the broad open plan living and kitchen zone allow outdoors and indoors to merge easily, while a rear deck leads to a beautifully landscaped tropical garden sanctuary. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Oct 18, 2024 | North Balgowlah Date: Saturday 7th December Time: 11am- 4pm Entry: Free Prepaid unlimited rides for $40 – available to purchase via the QR code on the attached poster or via trybooking.com Tickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the information booth Proudly sponsored by Matt Brady and Ryan Spence of Belle Property Share your news by making an announcement with the Northern Beaches Advocate.. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress The NSW Government has released the detail on the planning reforms that will apply to people living within 800m of 171 town centres and train or light rail stations across metropolitan Sydney the new controls will apply to all residential zoned land within 800 metres walking distance of: four town centres that had originally been proposed to be included in the Stage 2 Reforms have been excluded: Warriewood Enter your property address and see whether the policy may apply to your land however it is important to note that some exclusions may apply (see below) The changes depend on the zoning of a property that falls within the 800m (you can find out your zone by putting your address in the look up tool) Residential flat buildings (up to 22m) and shop-top apartments (up to 24m) - both up to 6 storeys - will be permissible in R3 Medium Density Residential zones within 400m of each nominated town centre For land zoned R3 that is between 400m–800m from each town centre apartments up to 4 storeys (17.5m) will be permitted For land zoned R1 General Residential and R2 Low Density Residential within 800m of each town centre residential flat buildings up to 9.5m (2-3 storeys) will be permitted on sites with a minimum lot size of 500sqm.  and manor houses) up to 9.5m high (2–3 storeys) will be permitted in R1 General Residential and R2 Low Density Residential areas within 800m of each nominated town centre This will be a significant change for these areas in the former Pittwater and Waringah local government areas as these kind of dwellings are not permitted under current rules A key aspect of the new controls is the introduction of new ‘non-discretionary’ development standards which will be the same across the 171 centres where the reforms apply.  These standards will address key aspects such as building heights These new non-discretionary controls will override Northern Beaches’ local planning controls and Council will not be able to refuse applications that comply with the new standards.  if Council receives an application for a 6 storey apartment within 400m of Mona Vale Town Centre Council would normally refuse this as only 2 storeys is allowed under the Pittwater Local Environment Plan Council would not be able to refuse the 6 storey application on the basis of its 6 storey building height There has been no change to existing consent authority requirements This means landowners seeking approval for development within the 9 nominated town centres would continue to lodge a development application with Council The NSW Government’s changes do not require any contribution for long term or permanent affordable housing as part of any new development Council’s Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme (AHCS) continues to apply to development in identified areas e.g The NSW Government’s existing affordable housing bonus provisions under the Housing SEPP also apply to these developments These provisions allow additional building height and floor space for residential developments that include dedicated affordable housing for at least 15 years Developments providing up to 15% affordable housing can receive up to a 30% bonus in both height and floor space on a site within 400m of the Manly Vale town centre an applicant could propose a residential flat building up to 28.6m (9 storeys) if 15% affordable housing is included in the development (i.e The additional bonus height/ floorspace is not guaranteed Council must also consider the potential environmental impacts of the additional height/ floorspace The Government’s policy will not apply to certain areas within each nominated town centre The NSW Government has persisted with the one-fits-size-fits-all approach to these reforms and we have not seen a plan for investment in the infrastructure and services upgrades required to manage the significant growth these reforms bring public transport and other community services will be impacted and the NSW Government needs to provide information about how this will be ameliorated.  The changes started on 28 February 2025.  There is more information, maps and FAQs available on the NSW Planning website.  Oct 6, 2024 | , Firefighters have stopped a fire in a kitchen from spreading and destroying two properties at Balgowlah emergency services responded to a report of a kitchen fire in a subdivided home at Dudley Street Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Manly and Mosman Stations were called to the scene including the ladder platform truck from Manly Station joined by a senior paramedic who was sent directly from nearby Balgowlah Ambulance Station and three units from Northern Beaches Police Area Command The fire was in a kitchen at the back of the property and firefighters did not initially see any sign of it from the street Making their way to the rear of the two-level brick and tile building they saw flames and smoke coming from an upper level unit As one crew of firefighters set up a hose line another crew in breathing apparatus forced entry to the unoccupied upper level unit and were able to put out the fire with CO2 extinguishers before it took hold Firefighters checked for any possible spread of the fire into the roof cavity but fortunately found it had been contained to the kitchen and it is understood police were attempting to make contact with the resident who was not home at the time of the fire Join us as we go 100% electric and be part of the future of green driving Evacuations after high-rise fire Fire destroys Frenchs Forest home Fire contained at Ingleside Firefighters save Curl Curl home House fire at Frenchs Forest House fire at Cottage Point filed this month for a McDonald’s restaurant at 37 Rosebery Street in Balgowlah The cost of demolition and construction of the restaurant is listed as $3.9 million Documents filed on McDonald’s behalf state the location of the proposed site is within the Balgowlah Enterprise Corridor and near existing commercial outlets including Woolworths  Despite this, local residents are calling for the application to be rejected by Northern Beaches Council. They have united to form a Change.org petition and community Facebook group ‘We say NO to a McDonald’s in Manly Vale’ in opposition to the move.  Key among their concerns is additional odour, rubbish and traffic congestion that is already being felt by a string of existing fast food outlets.  “We face a pressing concern, as our neighbourhood already hosts a KFC, which emits odour and litter, and contributes to traffic congestion at the intersection of Condamine Street and Kenneth Road,” lead petitioner Sarah Garland wrote.  “The addition of a new McDonald’ is unnecessary with another existing in the nearby suburb of Brookvale along with a Hungry Jacks.”  Garland claims a traffic report that was submitted as part of the development application was incomplete and failed to assess the area’s morning peak hours.  Low-key McDonald’s moguls list their exquisite $30m Central Coast home Melbourne suburbs with densest provision of fast-food and liquor outlets revealed Balgowlah: What life's really like in the suburb Bruce Lehrmann raised controversy “We are calling for a rejection of the application, taking into account the concerns of the local community, and to consider the cumulative impact of fast-food outlets on our neighbourhood’s environment and character,” he wrote. At time of publication, the petition had almost 2000 signatures with almost 150 submissions to council opposing the application. “As a Rate payer, as a local, as a driver, as a mother, i am completely opposed to this development and would hope that the council see sense and address the issues in the manly vale area with traffic particularly relating to KFC and the Rosebury street, Kenneth road, Condomine intersection. Please deny this DA,” one submission said. “It’s perplexing on any level, that council would even entertain the idea of a drive through anything on or around this intersection. In short, I strongly oppose,” a second submission said. “The constant noise from cars and trucks delivering food and removing waste throughout the night will make it impossible to sleep. Additionally, late-night fast food patrons, often returning from “celebrations,” tend to be much louder. For these reasons alone, this development should not be approved,” yet another submission said. In an update to Facebook group members on February 24, Garland said due to the number of submissions the application will be recommended to the council’s Planning Committee. As well as writing submissions, some residents are lobbying their local MPs. James Griffin, the Liberal member for Manly, has indicated he is against the proposal. In a letter sent to Facebook group member Renata, a representative for Griffin said the MP believes the site is not the correct location for a McDonald’s fast food restaurant.  He noted “noise, traffic, litter and everything that a 24hr venue brings to a residential area are all reasons for McDonald’s to find a different location.”  “Mr Griffin has said that “Most McDonald’s are built on main roads, Roseberry Street is not a main road and the site is opposite residential properties.” Domain contacted McDonald’s Australia for comment on the claims made by concerned residents. “McDonald’s has been a part of Northern Beaches communities since 1980, and we have loved every minute of creating special Macca’s moments for our customers. We are very excited by this opportunity to join the Manly Vale community as a local employer, and a business committed to working with the community to support local causes and groups,” a spokesperson for the fast food restaurant said in a statement. “If approved, a Macca’s in Manly Vale will create more than 100 new local jobs and represents an investment of more than $3.9 million into the community. We’ll continue to work through the Development Application process with the Northern Beaches Council, outlining the measures we have proactively included to mitigate the impact of traffic, noise and waste, and in listening and responding to feedback. We hope to become a welcome member of the Manly Vale community.” Submissions to the development application close on March 13. Sep 19, 2024 | , Two people have died after a car crashed into a tree and caught fire at Balgowlah were called to a report of a single vehicle crashed into a tree and on fire at the Burnt Bridge Creek Deviation A motorist travelling northbound on the road in the area told the Northern Beaches Advocate they saw a vehicle take off from the traffic lights at Sydney Road As the motorist came past the Kitchener Street overpass they passed what they believed to be a vehicle similar to the one they saw at the lights They continued to a safe spot to pull over and call Triple Zero (000) before turning around and going back up the other side of the road to offer assistance Arriving back at the crash scene only a few minutes after they first passed it they were shocked to find the car fully engulfed in flames with loud popping and explosions coming from the vehicle The noise of the collision and explosions was loud enough to concern residents up to 250m away said his family had been alarmed by the crash he said that police closed the northbound lanes of the Burnt Bridge Creek Deviation initially by having a B-Line bus park across the road The road was closed in both directions by 11.00pm between Sydney Road Bystanders described the vehicle fire as very intense limiting emergency services access to the vehicle and sealing the fate of the two occupants Firefighters and paramedics were unable to get close enough to the vehicle to determine if the two occupants were still alive immediately following the collision Fire and Rescue NSW crews from Manly and Crows Nest Stations it was confirmed by firefighters and police that two people had been in the vehicle Due to the extreme circumstances of the crash and death of those involved the Northern Beaches Advocate will withhold publishing further information on the vehicle or age and gender of the two occupants until NSW Police have contacted next of kin and issue a formal statement attended the scene but with no patients to treat were released from the scene just after 11.30pm Firefighters departed shortly after midnight but the road remained closed and officers attached to Northern Beaches Police Area Command stayed on scene to conduct further investigations NSW Police have issued the following statement in relation to last night’s fatal crash “Two people have died after a single vehicle crash in Sydney’s north “About 10.45pm yesterday (Wednesday 18 September 2024) emergency services responded to reports of a black Toyota Corolla crashing into a tree and catching fire along Burnt Bridge Creek Deviation “Whilst yet to be positively identified the driver is believed to be a 23-year-old man and the passenger a 26-year-old woman Both died at the scene prior to the arrival of emergency services “Officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command established a crime scene that was later examined by specialist police An investigation has commenced to determine if speed was a factor “A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner “As inquiries continue, anyone with information about the incident, or who may have any available dashcam/mobile phone footage, is urged to contact Manly Police Station on 02 9976 8099 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.” NSW Police are seeking public assistance in relation to this matter. If you have any information that may assist them with their inquiries, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 Mar 8, 2025 | Public safety incidents are organised by suburb Regular News FEEDINGS via social + online. by locals for locals View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manly Observer (@manlyobserver) Two people have died after a car smashed into a tree before being engulfed in flames The horror crash unfolded on Burnt Bridge Creek Deviation in Balgowlah, in Sydney's northern beaches the black Toyota Corolla crashed into a tree before catching fire Officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command established a crime scene that was later examined by specialist police. An investigation has commenced to determine if speed was a factor. A report will be prepared for the coroner. Major terror attack 'was just HOURS away' before it was foiled by the special forces and police:... 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Sydney minimalist space is named after owners Aniella and Sam Batten’s second daughter The duo also run another outpost at Manly Boatshed open all summer long as a ripper pit stop for an icy pole and espresso A post shared by Effie's (@effies__) Effie’s coffee beans are sourced from Mecca Grab a warm brew from Effie’s marble hole-in-the-wall window from 6am on weekdays and 6.30am on weekends then head to nearby Manly Beach for an ocean swim the morning line-up includes smashed avo with balsamic onions goat’s cheese and Effie’s dukkah as well as chilli eggs with local sourdough try the sourdough crumpets topped with strawberry gum cream cheese and macerated strawberries; and if it’s later in the day go for the chicken sambo with Swiss cheese along with more substantial numbers including seasonal pasta Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news, food & drink inspo and activity ideas Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! twitterinstagrampinterestAbout us Contact us This is probably not the page you’re looking for Nov 27, 2024 | , A Balgowlah Heights man faced Manly Local Court today (Wednesday 27 November 2024) on charges of animal cruelty after he allegedly ran over two kangaroos officers attached to Northern Beaches Police Area Command commenced an investigation into animal cruelty after they obtained video footage of a vehicle deliberately running over kangaroos at Running Stream which is roughly midway between Lithgow and Mudgee on the Castlereagh Highway police identified a white 2015 Holden Colorado utility and 20-year-old male driver they allege was involved in the incident in which they believe the man deliberately ran down several adult and baby kangaroos before mutilating the body of one of the animals When questioning the 20-year-old man from Balgowlah Heights about the incident on Friday he refused to identify a passenger who was allegedly also in the vehicle Failure to do so is an offence under Section 15 of the Law Enforcement Act 2002 which compels drivers to identify passengers in a vehicle when required by a police officer acting in accordance with the Act police charged the 20-year-old man on Friday The man was issued a Future Court Attendance Notice to appear before Manly Local Court today (Wednesday police alleged the man committed serious acts of cruelty by deliberately swerving chasing and running down two kangaroos at Running Stream between 6.00pm to 7.00pm on Friday The man’s case was adjourned to Wednesday Police investigate cat shooting Sea-eagle shot Wounded wildlife at Warriewood Bird sniper strikes again Kangaroo protection protest Avalon bird sniper Injured cat finds home Puppy death foul play Cat thrown from car Aug 19, 2024 | , NSW Police have arrested a man and teenage boy following a stolen vehicle pursuit from Manly were woken by the sound of their car being stolen after their keys were stolen during a break-in while they were asleep They immediately notified police of the break-in and theft of their vehicle officers attached to Northern Beaches Police Area Command who were patrolling at Belgrave Street the vehicle failed to stop and a pursuit was initiated It is understood the car sped away from police northbound on Pittwater Road before turning onto Balgowlah Road and making its way across the Spit Bridge southbound Three males were seen to leave the vehicle and flee from police police apprehended a 20-year-old man close to the scene of the collision and a short time later located a 14-year-old boy at Pearl Bay Avenue Both males were arrested and taken to Manly Police Station where they continue to assist police with their inquiries. NSW Police have commenced a formal investigation into the incident and are asking anyone with information that may assist them to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 There were no reports of any injuries as a result of the pursuit NSW Police issued the following updated statement at 4.15pm this afternoon (Monday “Two people have been charged following a pursuit of an allegedly stolen vehicle on Sydney’s Northern Beaches “About 2.20am today (Monday 19 August 2024) a vehicle was allegedly stolen from a home in Adrian Place during a break and enter whilst the occupants were asleep officers sighted the vehicle travelling north along Belgrave Street “When the vehicle failed to stop a pursuit was initiated “Road spikes were successfully deployed on Spit Road “Three males were seen to run from the vehicle a 20-year-old man was arrested at the scene “A 14-year-old boy was later arrested in Pearl Bay Avenue “The 20-year-old man was taken to Manly Police Station and charged with aggravated break and enter dwelling etc in company steal be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner and face blackened/disguised with intent commit indictable offence “He was refused bail to appear at Manly Local Court today (Monday 19 August 2024) “The 14-year-old boy was taken to Manly Police Station and charged with aggravated break and enter dwelling etc in company steal be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner face blackened/disguised with intent commit indictable offence and passenger not disclose driver’s/other passenger’s identity “He was refused bail to appear at a children’s court today (Monday 19 August 2024) “Inquiries continue,” said the NSW Police statement Image: Northern Beaches Advocate (file)Video: Nine News Two people have been killed in a horror car crash after the vehicle hit a tree and burst into flames on Sydney’s Northern Beaches NSW Fire and Rescue arrived soon after and extinguished the fire Get the first look at the digital newspaper curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox Get the NewsletterBy continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.Whilst yet to be positively identified the driver is believed to be a 23-year-old man and the passenger a 26-year-old woman. Both died at the scene prior to the arrival of emergency services. Officers from Northern Beaches police area command established a crime scene that was later examined by specialist police. A report will be prepared for the information of the coroner. As inquiries continue, anyone with information about the incident – or who may have any available dashcam/mobile phone footage – is urged to contact Manly Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Latest EditionEdition Edition 5 May 20255 May 2025All-powerful Anthony Albanese says give me some R.E.S.P.E.C.T Whether that be decorating in a certain style, adorning the walls with treasured artworks, updating a room or even taking the plunge with a full renovation. These are the owners that work towards ensuring their creature comfort needs are met. Then there are those who take things to the next level. Think sheer luxury.  Here are some of the incredible upmarket add-ons within houses for sale in Australia. Inside a grand mansion on Sydney’s Northern Beaches is an opulent walk-in wine cellar. Enclosed in glass, the cellar is perfectly nestled under the stairs of the grand Tudor-inspired home at 13 Wanganella Street. 8 of the best luxury homes for sale across the country The luxury estate that could reset the North Coast record at $37 million Glam waterfront deal struck in luxury-for-less location Its design showcases an impressive wine collection and the stunning timber flooring. Built around 1927, the six-bedroom, four-bathroom home has been updated over the years, blending English-inspired luxury with modern-day comforts. The property is for sale with BresicWhitney Lower North Shore. Surrounded by dense bushland and an ample dam, this property on 171 Albert Ruttle Drive in the Victorian town of Inverloch is focused on sustainability. But that doesn’t mean elegance was overlooked. 3 Baths3 ParkingView listing Built to the European Passivhaus standards, the expansive windows bring the stunning outdoor scenery indoors.  An open-plan kitchen, with a large butler’s pantry and a Zip chilled and sparkling water tap, seamlessly connects to the property’s living space.  The four-bedroom and three-bathroom property also has a pool house with an indoor magnesium pool. The pool house has a gym space and shower area. The house is listed with Fiona McMahon-Hughes of Ray White Inverloch for $3.5 million.  In Sorrento, this riverfront compound home is one of the Gold Coast’s most prestigious homes.  Set on more than 6508sqm of land and more than 100 metres of river frontage, the seven-bedroom and seven-bathroom property is more luxury estate than an everyday home. 7 Baths7 ParkingView listing The primary wing of 26 Marseille Court in Sorrento boasts an ensuite that features 24ct gold tapware and a sitting room. Built as the original family home of Sir Justin and Lady Hickey in the early 1980s, every detail has been carefully considered, from the blacksmith-forged wrought-iron balustrades to the potter’s hand-made terracotta roof tiles to the perfectly laid Italian marble and granite in the entrance. Luxury doesn’t stop within the home, with a full-size floodlit tennis court in the grounds. In Coopers Shoot, luxury is in sight before stepping in the front door. 3 Baths6 ParkingView listing The landscaped pool on the grounds of the four-bedroom property at 124 Coopers Shoot Road offers an instant private oasis from nearby Byron Bay.  Then there’s the bespoke pool house. It was built by John Burgess Architects, responsible for some of the most iconic architecture in Byron Bay including the award-winning Rae’s on Wategos. Shielded from the road by a row of established trees, the property has both a main house and an accommodation wing connected by a louvred gallery. Glow Up For Mother's Day: 15 Beauty Gifts She Will Adore Best Mother’s Day Flower Delivery Services Help Control Symptoms With These Air Purifiers We recognize our responsibility to use data and technology for good We may use or share your data with our data vendors The Weather Channel is the world's most accurate forecaster according to ForecastWatch, Global and Regional Weather Forecast Accuracy Overview A post shared by Manly Observer (@manlyobserver) Play Duration: 4 minutes 55 seconds4m 55sBrought to you by An aerial shot of the Balgowlah Bowling Club Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio Parents at Sydney’s top single-sex public high schools have slammed a proposal to turn the campuses co-ed arguing it would be illogical to make drastic changes to some of the highest-performing state schools Under the NSW government’s promise to expand co-ed options to all students parents at Balgowlah Boys and Mackellar Girls are being consulted on making the single-sex schools co-ed while similar plans have been floated at Asquith Boys and Girls near Hornsby Meg Garrido with her daughter Violet who attends Northern Beaches Secondary College Mackellar Girls Campus.Credit: Wolter Peeters Half a dozen private and Catholic schools have switched to co-ed in the past decade including the all-boys Newington College where a decision to admit girls triggered legal threats and months of fierce backlash The government is considering a raft of changes at several public high schools including co-ed proposals for Balgowlah and Mackellar and the option of opening up Manly Selective to local students But the proposals have sparked intense criticism from parents with some concerned it could reduce choice in the public system “It would be crazy to mess with a network of schools that are doing so well,” says Christie Goldspring “The government should be improving the facilities at Balgowlah She said the P&C ran its own survey to ask families about school preferences with about 90 per cent of respondents at Balgowlah Boys indicating they want to retain single-sex “The survey showed some parents had initial concerns about the lack of co-ed options in the area But once their children started at the school they see the benefits of how the teaching really caters to boys,” Goldspring said Balgowlah Boys was the top-ranked comprehensive school in last year’s HSC eclipsing selective schools and private schools MLC and Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview Mackellar ranked fifth among comprehensives while Asquith Boys achieved among the biggest gains in band 6 scores Parents have been consulted about changes to five northern beaches schools while co-ed mergers have been floated for Asquith Girls and Boys and Moorefield Girls’ and James Cook Boys’ High in Kogarah Balgowlah Boys High year 12 class from 2023 It was the top-ranked comprehensive school in last year’s HSC rankings.Credit: Nick Moir Mackellar Girls parent Meg Garrido says single-sex education suits her daughter “A lot of the parents at Mackellar are very protective of keeping it all-girls It has strong academic results and a positive culture for many parents these are the most important things,” Garrido said “The teachers are experts in delivering girls’ education the simpler option would be expanding access to [co-ed schools] Mosman High or Forest High and not reduce choice.” Asquith Girls P&C president Lisa Rothwell says parents had been left in the dark about a possible co-ed move with “no communication” from the department in six months since consultation began she questioned why Asquith Girls was “selected for this conversion” while other single-sex schools within public system “remain untouched” “Many of the students have thrived in the supportive and nurturing environment provided by the school,” she said more than 30 catchments are being adjusted so families in single-sex school zones will have a co-ed option But Balgowlah Heights Public parent Annelies Hodge said she would prefer to send her children to a co-ed high school “to better prepare them life after school” “It normalises relationships with the opposite sex,” she said Some single-sex state schools have faced major declines in student numbers in recent years with parents opting for co-ed private schools due to lack of choice A separate proposal to add a comprehensive stream to Manly Selective up to year 9 has drawn “significant concern” with parents worried the change would cause major disruption to students across all grades “Parents from across our community seem to see how harmful this proposal could be to student wellbeing outcomes and sense of belonging,” said Simon Cahill A department spokesperson said a comprehensive consultation process had been conducted in the northern beaches “The feedback is now being considered and updates will be provided to the communities later this year.” Research shows single-sex schools have the slight academic edge over co-ed but that advantage narrows when socio-economic background and parents’ education is taken into account Single-sex schools outperform co-ed counterparts in the HSC while boys’ schools narrowed the gap last year The government has already announced the merger of single-sex schools to form new co-campuses at Randwick High Parents at Sydney\\u2019s top single-sex public high schools have slammed a proposal to turn the campuses co-ed Under the NSW government\\u2019s promise to expand co-ed options to all students The move comes amid a controversial and an to give students more co-ed school choices \\u201CIt would be crazy to mess with a network of schools that are doing so well,\\u201D says Christie Goldspring \\u201CThe government should be improving the facilities at Balgowlah \\u201CThe survey showed some parents had initial concerns about the lack of co-ed options in the area But once their children started at the school they see the benefits of how the teaching really caters to boys,\\u201D Goldspring said Balgowlah Boys was the top-ranked comprehensive school in last year\\u2019s HSC eclipsing selective schools and private schools MLC and Saint Ignatius\\u2019 College Riverview while co-ed mergers have been floated for Asquith Girls and Boys and Moorefield Girls\\u2019 and James Cook Boys\\u2019 High in Kogarah \\u201CA lot of the parents at Mackellar are very protective of keeping it all-girls for many parents these are the most important things,\\u201D Garrido said \\u201CThe teachers are experts in delivering girls\\u2019 education the simpler option would be expanding access to [co-ed schools] Mosman High or Forest High and not reduce choice.\\u201D with \\u201Cno communication\\u201D from the department in six months since consultation began she questioned why Asquith Girls was \\u201Cselected for this conversion\\u201D while other single-sex schools within public system \\u201Cremain untouched\\u201D \\u201CMany of the students have thrived in the supportive and nurturing environment provided by the school,\\u201D she said said she would prefer to send her children to a co-ed high school \\u201Cto better prepare them life after school\\u201D \\u201CIt normalises relationships with the opposite sex,\\u201D she said A separate proposal to add a comprehensive stream to Manly Selective up to year 9 has drawn \\u201Csignificant concern\\u201D \\u201CParents from across our community seem to see how harmful this proposal could be to student wellbeing outcomes and sense of belonging,\\u201D said Simon Cahill \\u201CThe feedback is now being considered and updates will be provided to the communities later this year.\\u201D but that advantage narrows when socio-economic background and parents\\u2019 education is taken into account while boys\\u2019 schools narrowed the gap last year Jul 7, 2024 | , A search was conducted for a diver feared missing near Grotto Point after a dive buoy was found unattended a dive buoy that was found unattended in the water near Grotto Point was reported to emergency services by a concerned bystander officers from NSW Police Marine Area Command and the Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) from Manly Life Saving Club were tasked to investigate the dive buoy Lifesavers from Manly dived in to investigate and retrieve the buoy they did not find anyone attached to the rope when the dive buoy was pulled from the water the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter which had also been tasked to search the area was released from the scene to proceed to another search operation underway in Sydney’s south at Little Bay Beach in which two rock fishers who were washed from rocks were both found drowned Lifesavers at Grotto Point handed the dive buoy over to water police they were released from the search just before 1.15pm Unable to immediately locate the owner of the dive buoy NSW Police put out a statement asking for public assistance to help identify the owner “About 11.10am today (Sunday 7 July 2024) emergency services were called to Grotto Point Reserve following reports a diver’s buoy was located floating close to shore “A diver’s buoy is usually used to mark the location of a diver or is towed by a spearfisherman when underwater; however no diver or spearfisherman were found near the buoy “Officers attached to Northern Beaches Police Area Command attended the scene before extra resources from Marine Area Command commenced a search operation in the area police hold serious concerns for the potential owner of the buoy’s welfare The buoy is bright orange in colour with a black ‘adreno’ logo “As inquiries continue, police are appealing to anyone who may have information about the buoy’s owner to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 If you may have lost the buoy whilst diving or spearfishing in this area please let police know,” said the NSW Police statement NSW Police had not officially confirmed the owner of the dive buoy had been located but it is understood that the owner of the buoy was found safe this evening It appears the diver was unable to retrieve the buoy following a dive yesterday due to poor conditions NSW Police have issued a statement confirming the owner of the diving buoy has been located “Police would like to thank the community after a diver’s buoy was found in Sydney’s north “Following a public appeal for information about the buoy police believe they have now located its owner safe and well,” said the NSW Police statement Long Reef scuba diver rescue Scuba diver saved at Shelly Beach Freshwater rock rescue Fisherman dies at Warriewood Rock fisherman rescued Body found by fishermen Dog found, man still missing Search for fisherman Bad day at the beach Fisherman dies at Dee Why Navy diver hospitalised Diver dies at Shelly Beach Diver dies at Grotto Point A post shared by Manly Observer (@manlyobserver) A post shared by old Sydney (@old_time_sydney) A post shared by NSW SES Manly (@nswsesmanly) A post shared by Manly Observer (@manlyobserver) Share via...Gift 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