by Media Team on September 25 has been a staple in the community for years it has recently faced significant challenges The club has struggled with an ageing membership base But instead of viewing these challenges as insurmountable the club saw an opportunity to revitalise its programs and grow participation ensuring it could continue to serve the local greens for years to come One of the key figures in this transformation is Ian Moyes a passionate bowler and a lecturer/tutor at Western Sydney University As a member of the Bowls Committee at Pennant Hills Ian has been instrumental in developing strategies to not only sustain the club but also to engage a younger demographic while continuing to provide quality programs for existing members Pennant Hills introduced the Jack Attack competition—a fun and fast-paced social version of bowls designed to attract new participants Jack Attack is a unique format that simplifies the game making it more accessible for beginners and younger players while maintaining enough competitive elements to keep experienced bowlers engaged After the success of its first competition last year where 30 players participated over a four-week period Ten participants from that initial competition became full bowling members The success of the program was not only a boost for Pennant Hills but also a template for future competitions Ian Moyes had been working closely with Brett Hughes who had successfully run similar programs at other clubs in Sydney Ian tailored the Jack Attack format to fit Pennant Hills’ needs The response from the community was overwhelmingly positive and inclusive atmosphere that appealed to both current members and newcomers alike The Support of Seven Hills RSL and Local Businesses the club has taken the Jack Attack competition to new heights Seven Hills RSL stepped in to provide critical support by waiving the $10 green fees for participants a gesture that has allowed the club to reinvest these funds into prize offerings donating weekly prizes and showing their support for the club’s efforts to engage the community These partnerships have helped make the event more exciting and rewarding for participants further encouraging new bowlers to join in With the backing of Seven Hills RSL and local businesses the second iteration of Jack Attack has seen participation grow The growing interest in the competition is a testament to Ian’s vision and the club’s determination to adapt to the changing landscape of bowling Pennant Hills has made it clear that Jack Attack is not just a one-off event but a key part of its long-term strategy to attract and retain new members The competition provides a low-pressure entry point into the sport offering newcomers the chance to experience the game in a relaxed the hope is that these new participants will eventually transition into full bowling members ensuring the club’s continued growth and sustainability The success of Jack Attack at Pennant Hills represents a shift in how smaller clubs can adapt to modern challenges By embracing innovation and fostering community partnerships the club has not only increased participation but also created a welcoming space for players of all ages and skill levels Ian and the team at Pennant Hills Bowling Club have demonstrated that with passion As the Jack Attack competition continues to grow Pennant Hills Bowling Club is poised to become a model for other clubs facing similar challenges Through perseverance and a commitment to inclusivity the club has found a way to balance the needs of its older members while attracting a new generation of bowlers securing a bright future for the club and the sport of bowls in Pennant Hills the continued success of Jack Attack could serve as a blueprint for how other struggling clubs can revitalise their programs and ultimately thrive in an ever-changing sporting landscape Pennant Hills Bowling Club’s journey is a reminder that even in the face of adversity community spirit and innovation can turn challenges into opportunities for growth and renewal Find out more about Jack Attack HERE 30th April 2025 Rising Stars Named for 2025 National Development SeriesThe future of Australian bowls will be on full display this 26th April 2025 2025 World Bowls Indoor Championships: Final day recapAustralia’s Jack McShane has been crowned the 2025 World Bowls Indoor 25th April 2025 2025 World Bowls Indoor Championships: Day 5 wrapAustralia still remains in the hunt for a gold medal at Subscribe to Bowls Australia's official e-newsletter NorthConnex (Sydney) was built as a more efficient and safer alternative to the notoriously congested Pennant Hills Road – previously a key freight route for transporting goods across Sydney around 9,000 heavy vehicles used Pennant Hills Road every day moving goods from Sydney’s southwest to the city’s northeast The majority of this traffic now uses NorthConnex As well as making Pennant Hills Road a safer driving experience for local road users the significant diversion of traffic on to NorthConnex has improved air quality in the local area Independent monitoring at six locations along the Pennant Hills Road alignment found some impressive improvements to local air quality at one roadside monitoring site (the Thornleigh Golf Course) nitrogen oxides (NOx) concentrations were about one third lower than they were in 2020 (NOx are ‘greenhouse gases’ produced by internal combustion engines.) And average measured carbon monoxide emission rates are also consistently lower than predicted rates This means people living and working in the area are enjoying cleaner air than they were four years ago locals (and all road users) are saving up to around ten minutes in travel time by choosing NorthConnex over the alternative route during peak periods Privacy Terms of use Error: no decision tree source folder detected The Pennant Hills Demons AFC are seeking expressions of interest for suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Head Coach for their Women’s Premier Division in 2025 Please see below for full position description To apply, applicants are asked to submit their application with Resume to Stewart Woodward, Football Operations Manager – football@phafl.com.au by 12th November. a masterplanned community at West Pennant Hills north-west of Sydney.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMirvac told\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eThe Urban Developer \u003c/em\u003ethat the project on the 25.87ha site is expected to cost $640 million and has an estimated end value of $760 million.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe development at 55 Coonara Avenue will eventually be home to 249 apartments and 165 townhouses across four seven-storey buildings.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere will be 128 two and 11 four-bedroom apartments.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithin the townhouse precinct there will be 55 three 75 four and 35 five-bedroom townhouses.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA public park of 24,900sq m a multi-purpose community facility room and 940 carparking spaces are also part of the plans which were designed inhouse.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are several precincts set out within the project which is close to the Cherrybrook Metro Station and the Pennant Hills Golf Club the footprints of the buildings would be used to ensure protection of the surrounding ecological environment of the Cumberland Forest.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The built form is confined to the footprint of the existing office buildings and extensive carpark to create a community that balances its unique location with the urgent need for housing in locations well-served by public transport including the new Sydney CBD Metro extension,” Bible said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Construction of Southern Housing Precinct is expected to commence next month.”\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe $2-million sales suite also known as the Highforest by Mirvac Discovery Centre is open to the public and taking sales appointments.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMirvac has received planning approval for the housing central and north precincts for the remaining townhouses with a cost of $66 million and the plans for the recreation area and facilities with an estimated cost of $8 million.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe recreation area will include a skate park and indoor pool.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproval has also been granted for the open space area with a cost of $2 million with amenities Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook Mirvac told The Urban Developer that the project on the 25.87ha site is expected to cost $640 million and has an estimated end value of $760 million The development at 55 Coonara Avenue will eventually be home to 249 apartments and 165 townhouses across four seven-storey buildings Within the townhouse precinct there will be 55 three There are several precincts set out within the project The site is a 25-minute drive from the Sydney CBD Civil works have begun on the site but an application to amend some of the details of the $165-million Ironbark apartment precinct is still awaiting approval Those plans set out the 249 apartments over three basement levels with 465 carparking spaces 16 bicycle storage space and six motorcycle parking spaces The Southern Housing Precinct's civil works for 60 houses is expected to start construction next month Demolition works for existing buildings at a cost of $8 million have also begun with approval granted for the subdivision of five lots and associated civil works Mirvac general manager for residential development in NSW and Queensland Warwick Bible said that despite demolishing the existing buildings the footprints of the buildings would be used to ensure protection of the surrounding ecological environment of the Cumberland Forest “The built form is confined to the footprint of the existing office buildings and extensive carpark including the new Sydney CBD Metro extension,” Bible said “Construction of Southern Housing Precinct is expected to commence next month.”  is open to the public and taking sales appointments Mirvac has received planning approval for the housing central and north precincts for the remaining townhouses with a cost of $66 million and the plans for the recreation area and facilities with an estimated cost of $8 million The recreation area will include a skate park Approval has also been granted for the open space area with a cost of $2 million with amenities Home | News | VALE: Tony Gresham NSW and Australian amateur golfing great Tony Gresham has died after a long illness aged 84 Affectionately known as “Gresh” he passed away peacefully this morning (January 13th Tony was a golfing legend whose incredible talent and sportsmanship has left an indelible mark on Australian amateur golf Born during the height of the Second World War Tony grew up in an era when playing golf for the love of the game defined the amateur spirit he honed a swing so pure and a game so resilient that he became a force both in Australia and internationally Gresham’s golfing achievements are the stuff of legend From his home course at Pennant Hills Golf Club where he dominated club championships to his international exploits Tony’s name became synonymous with excellence Gresham represented Australia in seven Eisenhower Trophy campaigns (1968–1980) He won the Australian Amateur Championship in 1977 and was runner-up three times (1973 Gresham claimed New South Wales Vardon Trophy honours 13 times in 15 years between 1968 and 1982 two are extraordinary: his triumphs at the New South Wales Open in 1975 at Manly Golf Club defeating Billy Dunk by a shot and the South Australian Open at Glenelg in 1978 Gresham won over 50 individual Trophy events RELATED LINK: CLAYTON – The day the game changed beginning a partnership that lasted 58 wonderful years sharing his journey through life’s victories and challenges After returning from a gruelling Eisenhower Trophy campaign in 1972 Gresham realised the sacrifices required of professional golfers was not worth missing out on time with his young family That selfless decision defined Tony’s life—he remained a dedicated husband and father who found joy in his accomplishments and those of his children and grandchildren and wide circle of friends Tony’s contemporaries often marvelled at his focus and uncanny ability to deliver under pressure Whether threading the needle through trees in a playoff or sinking crucial putts Tony’s flair for the dramatic earned him widespread admiration recognised his talent and sportsmanship.“You’ve had a great career and represented your country well,” Nicklaus said in a heartfelt message to Tony on his 80th birthday Tony’s love for the game never faded even as his battle with dementia began to take its toll in his final years Whether mentoring young golfers or sharing stories with friends Tony exemplified what it meant to be a true sportsman and above all a gentleman Tony was a life member of Golf NSW and Pennant Hills Golf Club UPDATE: Tony Gresham’s funeral will be conducted at Macquarie Park Crematorium Postal Address:PO Box 555Brighton Le Sands Last time they met: Round 18 UNSW-ES Bulldogs 7.14 (56) vs Live on Streamer – Click Here Grand Final Day kicks off with a marquee fixture between two powerhouse teams of the Men’s Division Three competition The Demons finished the home and away season on top fell to these very Bulldogs in Round 18 at Henson Park dealt with the Bombers in Week 2 and then advanced to the Grand Final by getting their revenge on the Cats in last week’s Preliminary Final at Kanebridge Oval The battle of the forward line will be telling in this one – a game worth getting up early for! Last time they met: Round 15 – North Shore 7.15 (57) vs Live on Streamer – Click Here Last time they met: Qualifying Final – Sydney University 9.5 (59) vs Live on Streamer – Click Here Grand Final Rematch time – and for Sydney University it will be hoping third time is a charm (having been defeated in the last game of the season in overtime in 2022 (vs The Students and Bombers have been the benchmark in this competition for many years with the Bombers coming out winners 12 months ago (Premier Division Reserves) in a dramatic Grand Final which went down to the wire Sydney University have been in great form and defeated the Bombers and Camden Cats on the way to a winning direct entry into the Grand Final and earning a much-needed week off Braydon Pilot was on crutches on Monday night at Phelan-Mostyn Medal when collecting his Division One best and fairest medal and would be a key out if he cannot play Matt Powys and Kyle Underwood deserve a Premiership but it will take their best efforts to get over the Bombers Nick Hill and Ben Cunningham are always dangerous up forward and will need to be contained for the students to have any chance.  Last time they met: Round 10 – South West Sydney 7.2 (44) vs Live on Streamer – Click Here South West Sydney have taken all before them this season claiming the minor premiership and then proving too strong for the Eliza Hockey (three time league best and fairest) led Wollondilly Knights progressing straight to the Grand Final North Shore made the Grand Final the hard way after losing in week one of the finals the Bombers have proved tough to beat and progress into this week’s match full of confidence Sharon Freeman and Laura Corbett have been a force up forward for the Blues this season and will require close attention for the Bombers defenders on Sunday If the Bombers are to prevail it will need to be with work rate and dominate displays from Brianna Gorman and Annabel Cole Last time they met: Qualifying Final – Camden 3.2 (20) vs Live on Streamer – Click Here Camden have been simply too strong this season for their competition in Women’s Division Two the Magpies will draw confidence from pushing the minor premiers all the way in the qualifying final two weeks ago Camden finished the home and away season 16-0 and with a percentage of 1257.97% which is a credit to the Cats and the program they are building Jasmine McAllister has been strong all season along with Gemma Bartolillo while for Inner West they will be calling in big games from Cassandra Radford and Emily McGregor the latter being a key avenue to goal for the Magpies Last time they met: Qualifying Final – Randwick City Saints 2.8 (20) vs Live on Streamer – Click Here or will the Bats go one better than last season heartbreaker (in overtime) to St Last time they met: Qualifying Final – North Shore Bombers 7.7 (49) vs Live on Streamer – Click Here Following a dominant season the Bombers booked their place in the big dance with a hard fought 4-point win over the Power two weeks ago at Kanebridge There was moment in the fourth quarter when it appears the team from the shire would take the win and advance to the Grand Final directly after finishing the season in 3rd place with the Bombers settling and closing out the win Southern Power have class across all lines led by goal kicking machine Hayden Wallis and got the job done in the Preliminary Final versus a much-improved Penrith Rams outfit (watch out for the Rams in 2025) to set up a mouth-watering rematch with the Bombers on Sunday afternoon and with the likes of Nick Robinson and Harry Lawson running around will prove a stern test Live on Streamer – Click Here And just like that we have reached the final match of the 2024 AFL Sydney Season and what a way to end it all – the Dragons and the Jets The Dragons are classy and have plenty of experience with well known names such as Declan Donohue and Stephen Wilsen along with consistent performer Matthew Knight The Jets have been the Cinderella story of the 2024 season having faced an enormous set of challenges in recent times most namely the floods which have decimated the Hawkesbury region on a far too regular basis Peter ‘Pekay’ Kyle has prepared his team all season for this opportunity a shot at a flag and wouldn’t the crew out at Benson’s celebrate long and hard if they can salute on Sunday evening The Jets will look to league best and fairest Jack Burns to lead the team Junior Club: Westbrook Junior Australian Football Club What is one thing that we don’t know about this Rising Star that they are well known for around the club Ethan is a very well-mannered and hard-working kid takes a lot of pride in his fitness and footy craft What role do they play for the club(s) both on and off the field?  He is a very versatile player we can use in multiple roles In defence he can play on keys or smalls with his size and agility Ethan also has the ability to go through the midfield with his blistering pace Ethan has been huge all season but this weekend he played a very good 4 quarter game vs a tough opponent He can play various roles throughout a game which doesn’t faze him his ball use and speed were evident in our tightly fought out game vs UNSW-ES Bulldogs he was able to do a job down back but also provide a spark on the wing with his line breaking pace and super boot He has been a revelation for us this season we look forward to Eth playing a big role in our finals series.” Pennant Hills Demons Men’s Premier Division Coach – Benjamin Roberts Sheridan is only 17 and new to the game of AFL having only started to play the game in 2023 for her Junior Club She had only played a total of 11 games of AFL prior to commencing training with the senior club at the beginning of season 2024 What role do you play for the club(s) both on and off the field?  Sheridan has been shown commitment to training both during preseason and the season proper Because of the dedication and improvement Sheridan had shown she was selected to play in the Premier Division team for round 1 and has been a regular selection in the Senior team each week since Sheridan is admired and respected by the whole playing group for the commitment leadership and impact she has on each game that she plays Sheridan has continued to improve throughout the season during round 14 Sheridan was a rock in defense she had an outstanding performance for a 6th week in a row Sheridan just keep getting better and better each week With little football background she was superb for 4 qtrs Her ability to play on and use her ball skills is second to none Tara is a Swan’s Academy player who debuted for her first senior club game in round 5 Even with Academy commitments during the preseason she has shown her commitment to the senior women’s program by attending every training session that her academy commitments allowed for She is a popular new young player and is well respected amongst the senior members of the women’s playing group As a player TC is a dynamic young football player who’s fitness skill by hand and foot is of the highest level and her ability to compete for contested football against players who are much bigger than her is to be admired TC’s strong on-field performances highlight the pathway for all Junior Girls to play at the highest level for the senior club TC is a season permit player from our junior club but at her request will be playing Senior Football only for season 2024 Tara hasn’t missed a training session and/or game to date On Saturday against strong opposition she stood tall in the midfield group yet again Tara is a leader and inspiration for all younger players to achieve their goals and her values to what we are setting up as a group is wonderful “Tara’s ability and willingness to learn new roles within the team at her age (16) is second to none Each week we set another milestone for her to achieve and Tara doesn’t disappoint Congratulations Tara.” – Pennant Hills Demons Kieren Jack2007-2019256 games166 goalsPremiership Player 2012Co-captain 2013-2016Best & Fairest 2010All Australian 2013 Kieren Jack first discovered Australian rules football as a Grade Five student at West Pennant Hills Primary School as his school team won the inaugural Paul Kelly Cup but Jack continued playing League and footy until he was 15 enjoying the open spaces that footy allows missing selection in the state under 15s presented a significant setback You need a force you can generate entirely from inside yourself It will surprise nobody to learn that Jack persevered "I asked for some feedback about why I missed out and that was when I was told I was too small to play the game," Jack recalled I wasn't going to let anybody tell me I couldn't make it." Jack credits the influence of his NSW state junior coach and Swans Hall of Famer Rod Carter and the expertise of those at the Pennant Hills Demons as a 17-year-old invited to Swans training he waited nervously for his idols to grace the turf Adam Goodes was the first to introduce himself leaving a lasting impression on his future teammate Two months after sitting in the MCG stands as a Swans supporter celebrating the 2005 premiership win He entered an environment that celebrated grit and determination "You just had to look around and absorb what the leaders were doing and what the standards were," Jack said You have incredibly strong leaders who drive the standards and culture of the place so that when young players come in Watch what's needed to be an elite player’ The players that succeed are the ones that work hardest While the Bloods culture bound them together learned and toiled before making his AFL debut in Round 6 After spending the initial seasons of his career learning by playing on the game's best midfielders His transformation from defensive stopper to attacking weapon was complete when he won the Swans' best and fairest award kicking 21 goals while also leading the team for tackles The regenerated Swans performed well under new coach John Longmire in 2011 they gained continuity and understanding of the team's new game plan Sydney won its first five games of the season including an impressive victory over premiership-fancy Hawthorn in Launceston "I had some really good mentors and coaches that taught me along the way and by being able to follow those gun midfielders around I was able to get a sense of the game and the way it was played That was something that has taken a while to get used to Jack played with an insatiable thirst for the contest after phenomenal finals wins over Adelaide and Collingwood progressed to the 2012 Grand Final against Hawthorn He vividly recalls the excitement engulfing the young group hungry to grasp the opportunity before them after an incredible 10-point win in a match punctuated by violent swings in momentum Jack and his teammates became premiership players I just felt like I was on top of the world You get to experience it with some of your best mates; it was special," Jack recalled and there are just hundreds of people in there and then it starts to become apparent that so many other people have ridden this journey with you Everyone else can bask in that and enjoy that for some time." Established now as one of the team's most influential leaders the Swans appointed Jack co-captain alongside Jarrad McVeigh in 2013 McVeigh also played his junior football at Pennant Hills and to have two local NSW products captain the Swans was significant Jack finished second in the Swans' best and fairest and played his first game alongside his younger brother a key cog in the Swans' hard-running midfield machine helped propel the team to two further Grand Finals in 2014 and 2016 they lost the opening six games of the 2017 season before an astonishing form reversal saw them reach an eighth consecutive finals series Injuries impacted the final two years of Jack's career but after announcing his retirement in August 2019 he enjoyed an SCG farewell befitting one of the club's greatest contributors McVeigh also played his final match that day while fellow premiership players Nick Smith and Heath Grundy were celebrated as non-playing retirees Jack kicked a trademark running goal in the dying minutes sending the red and white faithful into raptures "That was a moment I'll never forget," Jack said John Longmire praised Jack's impact on the club and code "Kieren Jack's story as a trailblazer for the code in this state cannot be underestimated It would be reasonable to say that Kieren's journey has done as much for the code's development over the past 14 years as any person." "He soaked up every bit of help from those who were invested and turned himself into one of the most elite two-way runners of his generation Kieren has passed on his knowledge and invested heavily in our younger players—his legacy at this club will be long-lasting." Jack could never have dreamed of the career he worked so hard to create he spent two years crafting a reliable kicking technique while dedicating every effort to becoming an AFL footballer He retired with the seventh-most games ever played by a Swan impacting the club on a multitude of levels "Being a part of the Swans has changed my life It's given me life lessons that I'll take with me forever friends and connections I'll have for the rest of my life." "To live an experience where you get to do what you love for 14 years I feel really fortunate to have been part of the Sydney Swans." Five Sydney Swans stars have polled votes from the coaches in Derby XXX The importance of connecting with local youth was not lost on Sydney Swans defender Nick Blakey as he reflected on his time as a junior footballer during a visit to his junior club The QBE Foundation hosted its annual Goals for Good event at Sunday’s AFL clash between the Sydney Swans and GWS Giants 2012 Premiership player Kieren Jack has been inducted into the Swans Hall of Fame Jack played 256 AFL games after initially being taken in the 2005 rookie draft The left footer was co-captain of the club from 2013-2016 was named Sydney Swans Club Champion in 2010 and played a pivotal role in the 2012 Premiership success but Joel Hamling finally kicks his first goal in AFL footy Will Hayward takes a great mark and kicks our fifth consecutive first quarter goal to give the Swans the dream start Corey Warner finishes off a piece of brilliant team build up to extend our lead late in the third quarter Enjoy Peter Ladhams' standout VFL performance for Sydney the Swans VFL side were unable to overcome the top-of-the-table Giants on Sunday at the SCG The Sydney Swans acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country across all the lands on which we operate and play our great game Elders are the knowledge keepers of our culture and we respectfully acknowledge and pay our respects to the elders past UNSW-ES comfortably accounted for St George by seventy points in a fixture played at Gipps Rd after Olds Park in Penshurst was ruled unplayable Final scores were UNSW-ES 12.6.78 to St George 1.2.8 Key forward Emily Conlan kicked an impressive bag of five goals for the Bulldogs with the experienced Gabrielle Wendelin chipping in with three majors Best players for the Dragons were Isabella Katzakis Parramatta defeated Pennant Hills by a sizable eighty-six-point margin at Mike Kenny Oval Final scores were Parramatta 15.6.96 to Pennant Hills 1.4.10 Pennant Hills had Jesse Smith tag Mostyn Medallist Amanda Farrugia all day with Smith performing solidly against the gun midfielder and Fletchers power and strength in the midfielder proved too much for the gallant Lauren Easton and the lightning-fast Sophie Kavanagh both kicked four goals for the Goannas Kavanagh and the immensely powerful Fletcher Pennant Hills’ best players were Hayley Lowe Kaitlin Noble and ruck/key back Mia Hartley North Shore quite simply produced the upset of the season with a wonderful six-point victory over ladder leaders East Coast Eagles at Gore Hill Oval Despite being fourteen points down at halftime the young Bombers outfit eventually ran out winners 6.5.41 to the Eagles’ 5.5.35 in a game that could yet have a significant impact on the Top Five at the end of the home and away season This fixture featured eleven individual goalkickers as both teams’ defenders kept the clamps on their opposition forward lines North Shore was best served by skipper Zoe Hurrell in-form rover Lucy Yates and Olivia Edwards East Coast Eagles’ best players were Caitlin Reid In a fixture that took on extra importance given North Shore’s upset win over East Coast UTS dug deep to produce a tough six-point win over an inaccurate Sydney University Final scores were UTS 6.4.40 to Sydney University 4.10.34 Jasmine Smith kicked three goals for Sydney University Sydney University was best served by Smith UTS’ goalkickers and best players were unavailable at the time of writing WOMEN’S DIVISION ONE:In Womens Division One action Manly Warringah kept South West Sydney Blues scoreless in winning by eleven goals at Rosedale Oval The top of the table clash between the undefeated co-leaders Randwick City and UTS at Trumper Park resulted in a solid win for Randwick City East Coast edged North Shore by five points in a thriller at Gore Hill and Parramatta (on a day where their defensive prowess in the Womens competition shone brightly) produced a great three-point upset victory over Newtown Breakaways at Mahoney Park the University derby between near-neighbours UTS and UNSW-ES produce a thrilling draw North Shore defeated Sydney University by eighty points at St Pauls Oval and Parramatta produced a superb defensive performance in defeating Manly Warringah by twelve points with the Goannas backline keeping the Wolves to 2.5.17 Sydney University comfortably accounted for UTS by seventy-five points at Sydney University No.1 Oval Final scores were Sydney University 17.13.115 to UTS 5.10.40 Sydney Uni’s in-form forward trio of Harry Morrison Nik Dale (four goals each) and William Gibbs (three goals) terrorized the Bats defenders all afternoon Matthew Harms managed three majors for the Bats Sydney University was best served by Felix Rugge-Price, Nicholas Andreacchio, Nathan Tang and Harrison Podmore. UTS’ best players were fullback Lewis McCormack, Harms, Josh Lee and Michael Schwarz. Manly Warringah produced a convincing four-quarter performance at Rosedale Oval to account for South West Sydney Blues by fifty-six points Final scores were Manly Warringah 13.15.93 to South West Sydney 5.7.37 Cameron Manuel starred for the Wolves with four goals Matt Storey kicked two goals for the Blues Manly Warringah was best served was James Lugsdin SW Sydney’s best players were Kain Flynn-Duncombe North Shore defeated East Coast Eagles by sixty-six points at Gore Hill Oval The Bombers ran out victors 15.14.104 to East Coast’s 6.2.38 Matt Buskariol and Angus Loebel kicked three goals each for the undefeated Bombers Nick Emanouel kicked three goals for the Eagles North Shore was best served by Phelan Medallist Ned Campbell Pennant Hills defeated Inner West Magpies by thirty-eight points in front of the faithful at Mike Kenny Oval Final scores were Pennant Hills 11.13.79 to Inner West Magpies 6.5.41 Talented small forward Riley Hawes had a wonderful day for the Demons kicking four goals in an impressive display Hawes was well-supported by The Prince Theo Moraitis and Nick Hey with Demons key back Connor Matthews performing soundly all day on the Pennant Hills was best served by Josh Boag The Magpies’ best players were Michael Tuttle transferred to Mike Kenny Oval from Olds Park St George won a thriller over UNSW-ES by a mere two points The Dragons slightly superior accuracy in front of goal enabled them to run out winners 8.7.55 to UNSW-ES 7.11.53 A free kick late in the final quarter for a contentious deliberate rushed behind proved decisive as the Dragons kicked the final goal of the match to secure a hard-fought win Small forward Luke Arendse was a match-winner for St George almost stole the game for the Bulldogs with three majors The Dragons were best served by Nathaniel McKenzie-Hicks Pennant Hills squeaked home by a mere eight points over a gallant Inner West Magpies at Mike Kenny Oval St George comprehensively defeated UNSW-ES by fifty-one points at Olds Park 2  Sydney University accounted for Balmain by thirty-seven points at famous Birchgrove Oval and in a possible Grand Final rehearsal Camden somehow hung on to defeat a fast-finishing North Shore by five points at Gore Hill the Bombers’ five goals from seventeen shots on goal costing them dearly. Sydney University provided one of the upsets of the season in going to Gipps Road and defeating Parramatta throwing the top five of the Women’s Premier Division into a fascinating final round next week Final scores with Sydney University 7.3.45 to 6.3.39 in an absorbing and thrilling clash After being down by two goals at half time Sydney University kicked three goals in the third quarter to lead by 7 points at the final change The Students hung on in up epic final quarter This is clearly Sydney University’s best performance of season 2024 and somewhat unexpectedly catapulted them into the top five with one round to go in the Home & Away season Lucy Gilfedder provided a match-defining performance for the students kicking three goals in a welcome return to the Sydney Uni forward line Lauren O’Sullivan kicked two goals for Parramatta who surprisingly had Sera Kaukiono return after suffering a serious shoulder injury six weeks ago Sydney University were best served by Emma (The Energiser Bunny) Gelsomino Best players for the for Parramatta with Keira Yerbury the reliable Amanda Farrugia and O’Sullivan North Shore hung on to defeat UTS by two points despite the Bombers being kept scoreless in the last quarter in a game transferred from a waterlogged Waverley Oval at St Lukes Park in Concord, Final scores were North Shore 5.3 .33 to UTS 4.7.31 North Shore’s superb end of season run has guaranteed them a place in the finals North Shore can finish anywhere from 2nd to 4th depending on the results next week’s fixtures noting that North Shore has the bye in Round 18 The only multiple goal kicker in the game was Chaye Hartwell from UTS North Shore were best served by Charlotte Tidemann Zoe Milligan and backline general Shannon Smit Manly Warringah returned to form with a dominant 112-point thumping of Pennant Hills at Mike Kenny Oval Final scores were Manly Warringah 17.11.113 to Pennant Hills 0.1.1 the Wolves have basically guaranteed themselves a double chance with this victory over a struggling Demons outfit Peggy Stanbury kicked five goals for the Wolves well supported by Isabella Rudolph who kicked four goals and Holly Wickham Manly Warringah were best served by Stanbury Pennant Hills’ best players were Sheridan Baker In the twilight fixture at a balmy Kanebridge Oval East Coast Eagles secured the minor premiership with a twenty-goal victory over the St George Dragons Final scores were East Coast Eagles 18.18.126 to St George 1.0.6 St George never gave up over the four quarters but were overwhelmed by a very accomplished and professional East Coast Eagles outfit The Eagles have one more game remaining at home to Sydney University this coming Saturday and then will have the first week of the finals off before playing in the Second Semifinal on Saturday the 7th of September That fixture against Sydney University now has an enormous amount riding on it with the Students needing to win to secure 5th place and a berth in the minor semi-final Gun full forward Riley McGartland kicked six goals for East Coast with Emily Prosser-Shaw chipping in with a very handy four goals as well East Coast were best served by Bryany Parker Saint George’s best players were Rhiannon Burns the resolute Kaitlyn Eisenhuth at fullback and Jorji Simpson Parramatta defeated Sydney University by 22 points Randwick City thrashed SW Sydney by 71 points Newtown accounted for Manly Warringah by 23 points and UTS won an absolute thriller under lights at Kanebridge Oval against East Coast Eagles Manly Warringah won on a forfeit against UNSW-ES Parramatta defeated Sydney University by 33 points rocketed themselves into the top four with one Round to go Sydney University comfortably defeated Inner West Magpies by 31 points at Picken Oval Sydney University lead by 27 points at the main break and were never seriously threatened in the second half Jake Bartholomaeus and Harry Morrison each kicked two goals for the students Ben Zoppo managed two goals up front for the Magpies Sydney University were best served by Bartholomaeus Inner West’ best players were Patrick Wilmot player-Coach Ben Klemke and Michael Tuttle In their most important game of the season South West Sydney Blues fell one goal short of defeating UNSW-ES at Henson Park Final scores were UNSW-ES 8.10.58 to South West Sydney 6.16.52 with the Blues’ inaccurate keep kicking costing them dearly as four points were compulsory for them to maintain pressure on fifth-placed Inner West After Bulldogs and Blues were deadlocked at half time the Bulldogs kicked three goals to one in the pivotal third quarter with both teams kicking two goals in the last quarter In a frenetic finish Max Rider was a match-winner for the Bulldogs and he was aided and abetted by Jackson Tikkeros and Will Foster Will Edwards kicked two goals for the Blues who now need a miracle to qualify for the finals in their first year in Premier Division The Bulldogs were best served by Tom Longmire In a scrappy affair played in a fluctuating breeze at Kanebridge Oval St George defeated East Coast Eagles by 20 points despite both teams losing key forwards in the first half Final scores were St George 9.7.61 to East Coast 6.5.41 Marshall Poynter hurt his right arm at the end of the first quarter for the Eagles and did not return and the Dragons’ Tye (The Milkman) Gander appeared to strain a hamstring at the end of the first half with Gander not returning in the second half St George led by 17 points at the main break and did enough to hold on for a solid win despite a huge effort from the young Eagles outfit Luke Arendse kicked three goals for St George with Jack Druery kicking two majors as well Poynter kicked two goals early on for the Eagles who sorely missed the key forward over the final three quarters The Eagles best players were Harry Elbourne Angus Edwards (who had a field day in the midfield) Cam Edwards and speedy wingman Karl Khouiss Minor premiers North Shore simply ran amok against UTS at St Lukes Park in Concord Final scores were North Shore 23.19.157 to UTS 5.3.33 Wayd Blackburne kicked seven goals in an impressive display for the Bombers well supported by Matt Buskariol and occasional forward Harry Walker Key forward Hugo Birks kicked 3 majors for the well-beaten Bats North Shore were best served by Nick Brewer UTS’ best players were consistent fullback Lewis McCormick In a dress rehearsal for the qualifying final on the 31st of August Pennant Hills and Manly Warringah played out a thrilling draw at Mike Kenny Oval Final scores were Manly Warringah 8.3.51 to Pennant Hills 6.15.51 with the Demons rueing their inaccurate kicking managing only six majors from twenty-one effective shots on goal Pennant Hills actually led by three goals at the final break and the Wolves will be happy that they came back with a three goal to zero goal last quarter to draw the game in an amazing finish at Cherrybrook Harrison Pitt and Nick Hey kicked two goals each for Pennant Hills with Cameron Manuel kicking 3 majors for the Wolves supported by Zac Youlten who managed two goals from a half-forward flank Pennant Hills were best served by Lucas de Vries Manly Warringah’s best players were Athony Forato Parramatta defeated Pennant Hills by eight goals Camden continued their race to the minor premiership with a 78-point thrashing of St George Inner West squeaked home by seven points over Sydney University and North Shore thrashed Balmain by 86 points at Henson Park By bus, the commute from his home in West Pennant Hills to the city centre took well over an hour.  “I love West Pennant Hills, all the trees and being out of the thick of CBD life. But I had in my mind that I wanted to get closer to the city and work for the convenience,” he recalled.  When the metro extension opened in August this year, everything changed for him and brother Harry Carr.  Overnight, his lengthy commute was slashed to just 30 minutes.  “Being able to get into the city very quickly means I can stay where I like living,” Dan said.  His story is part of a larger trend of young people choosing to stay in north-west Sydney’s leafy suburbs.  Previously, the Hills was exclusive territory of families and empty-nesters on large blocks, and there was little to incentivise young professionals to stay.  Sydney's Metro Northwest: Spike in home buyers looking to purchase along new metro line Epping: One of Sydney’s major transport hubs is set for more development The neighbours desperate to stop their building being demolished for luxury apartments A gradual inflow of apartments is also changing the game for first home buyers in the north-west.  Recently, Mirvac launched a new project called Highforest, a nature-focused collection of apartments and houses targeted at a new generation of buyers.  And it has proven popular: 75 per cent of Highforest apartments and homes sold off-the-plan in the first release, with Dan and Harry Carr among the early buyers.  “West Pennant Hills is dominated by executive-style family homes on large lots. It is a highly desirable suburb but with limited housing diversity, a hard one to break into for first home buyers,” said Warwick Bible, general manager of residential development for NSW and Queensland at Mirvac.  “We are addressing these gaps in the market by offering a broad range of housing options that are close to transport links.”  In total, 414 new homes will be built in the new community, including 165 houses and 249 “treehouse inspired” apartments.  With possum nest boxes, electric vehicle charging, and ten hectares of native bushland on the site, the project hopes to offer residents a sustainable lifestyle. 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 Meriton’s controversial multi-building development for 263-281 Pennant Hills Road has received the tick of approval supermarket and a 75-place childcare centre – approved amended plans reveal a total transformation is on the way for the largest residential landholding in Carlingford The masterplanned community – to be known as The Carling – will consist of five residential buildings ranging from seven- to 18-storeys in height A total of 2000m2 of retail space will be provided across two of the buildings along with approximately 592 car parking spaces “The proposed buildings will sit comfortably within their surroundings setting a strong precedent for high quality modern and attractive design within the locality,” planning documents said “Being located in a prominent position within the Carlingford Precinct it will provide a landmark development that will provide a higher density transit-orientated development providing for a mix of compatible residential and alternative uses.” It comes after Sydney Central Planning Panel originally refused the proposal over traffic and overshadowing concerns in 2022 Amended plans submitted to the Land and Environment Court by Meriton sought to address these concerns by reducing the total number of residential units from 629 to 367 and achieving compliance with the site’s floor space ratio control “Agreed design amendments have been made to improve the [development application’s] relationship to the site redistributing building form and mass across the site to better relate to topography and to mitigate against overshadowing impacts,” The Land and Environment Court judgement said After a conciliation conference was arranged by the Land and Environment Court between Meriton and the City Parramatta an agreement was finally reached to approve the amended plans The re-worked plan now divides the original proposed development at 263-281 Pennant Hills Road into two different stages It means the approved proposal will now only include the eastern portion of the site along Pennant Hills Road – known as stage one The remaining R4 zoned western portion of the site along Shirley Street and RE1 zoned portion of the site will be subject to a future development application The approval comes after City of Parramatta entered into a Voluntary Planning Agreement with Meriton at the end of last year to deliver a range of community infrastructure through the development community centre and open space for the local community Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards For information directly relating to bushfires please call the Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737 or visit the NSW Rural Fire Service Website here. 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View on X [external link] Fire and Rescue NSW acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land and acknowledges and pays respect to their Elders East Coast Eagles continued with their dominant form in accounting for 2023 Grand Finalists UTS by fifty points at Waverley Oval Final scores were East Coast 11.9.75 to UTS 4.1.25 as the Eagles maintained their four-point lead in first place over the talented Manly Warringah outfit Keep Saturday 27 July in your diary as that is the return fixture between East Coast and Manly Warringah at Kanebridge Oval with the Wolves being the only team to defeat the Eagles in 2024 East Coast had three players kick two goals each: Emily Hurley Marley Kozak and key forward Caitlin Davidson East Coast was best served by Caitlin Reid Best players for the Bats were Tilley Edwards Hill Sydney University accounted for St George by fifty-two points at Olds Park in Penshurst Final scores were Sydney University 8.5.53 to St George 0.1.1 Key forwards Lucy Gilfedder (three goals) and Sarah Tutt (two goals) were lively up forward for the Students Sydney University was best served by Kendra Blattman St George’s best players were Hannah Phillips Maggie Ritchie and talented youngster Sophie Matheson North Shore produced a convincing second half in their thirty-five-point victory over hosts Pennant Hills at Mike Kenny Oval After the Demons were ahead by a point at the main break the Bombers were dominant in the second half as they re-entered the Top Five with a 7.11.53 to 3.0.18 victory playing as ruck-rover with Kara Selvarajah managing the backline Full-forward Rebecca Fagg managed two goals for the Demons Lucy Yates produced a best-on-ground performance for North Shore aided and abetted by Collister and Sophie & Samantha de Montemas Natalie Pajor was outstanding for Pennant Hills on the wing with Pajor being well-supported by the consistent Elly Rudd representative back Kaitlin Quinlan and the dependable Kaitlin Noble Manly Warringah maintained their second place on the ladder with aconvincing fifty-one-point victory over UNSW-ES at Henson Park Final scores were Manly Warringah 10.9.69 to UNSW-ES 2.6.18 Peggy Stanbury and Kate Salmon kicked three goals apiece for the high-flying Wolves with Holly Wickham chipping in with two majors Manly Warringah was best served by skipper Ashleigh Carter gun midfielder Zara Hamilton and Olivia Cameron Parramatta accounted for South West Sydney Blues by twenty-six points at Rosedale Oval high-flying Randwick City thumped Manly Warringah by fifty-two points at Pioneers Park Newtown continued their good form with a forty-six point victory over North Shore at Gore Hill and UTS maintained their unbeaten start to the season with a hard-fought eleven-point win over Sydney University at Sydney Uni No.1 Oval UNSW-ES kept Sydney University to just two behinds in defeating them by eighty points at David Phillips Oval Manly Warringah thrashed UTS by sixty-two points at Bat & Ball Oval and Parramatta thumped North Shore by an even one hundred points at Gore Hill Oval Inner West Magpies welcomed back the return of gun full-forward Ben Zoppo with an important fifty-nine-point victory over fierce rivals South West Sydney Blues rocketed into fourth place on percentage and may very well have finalised the make-up of the Top Five with seven rounds remaining Zoppo’s return from his overseas Magical Mystery Tour resulted in five goals for Inner West Kyle Veerhuis and Zoppo’s aide de camp Bill Jones Jordan Pidgeon kicked two goals for the Blues Inner West was best served by skipper Callum McEvoy-Gray the consistent William Deller and ruckman Luke Jamieson Hugo Birks’ nine goals was the catalyst for UTS to thump East Coast Eagles by sixty-four points at Waverley Oval Birks shot to the top of the League goalkicking list as the Bats ran out 19.18.132 to 10.8.68 victors with vice-captain Ash Backlund also kicking four majors for the Bats in their dominant performance Marshall Poynter kicked four goals in a lone highlight for the Eagles East Coast’s best players were stalwart Jacob Jones A dominant second quarter from Sydney University was the catalyst for their crucial nineteen-point victory over the St George Dragons at Olds Park in Penshurst Final scores were Sydney University 12.13.85 to St George 9.12.66 The Students kicked five goals to none in the second stanza and whilst St George fought hard in the second half the Students dug deep and made life exceedingly difficult for the chasing pack outside the Top Five all of whom are at least three wins and percentage behind both the Student and Inner West Harry Morrison’s four goals were priceless for Sydney Uni with key forward Nik Dale chipping in with three majors Tye Gander continued his excellent form with four goals with club stalwart Matt Saunders chipping in with two majors Sydney University was best served by Morrison St George’s best players were Jordan Taylor In the AFL Sydney broadcast fixture at Mike Kenny Oval North Shore continued their undefeated season with a professional twenty-two-point victory over hosts Pennant Hills North Shore’s four goals to zero third quarter was pivotal in their 8.12.60 to 5.8.38 victory as he caused early headaches for Mikey Carroll’s backline Simon Homsany produced a goal of the year contender as he continued his recent excellent form Rising Star Riley Hawes kicked two goals for Pennant Hills with “The Prince” Theo Moraitis also making a claim for goal of the season in the last quarter William Giacometti and ruckman Frane Babic Pennant Hills’ best players were Connor Matthews whose defensive efforts on the wing were a highlight on the day for Ben Roberts’ men Manly Warringah defeated a gallant UNSW-ES by thirty points at Henson Park seventeen of the game’s twenty-two goals were kicked in the first half with the Wolves running out victors 13.13.91 to the Bulldogs 9.7.61 Jasper Crouch kicked three goals for the Wolves Zach Youlten and ruck/forward Antony Forato all chipping in with two majors who cleverly went with a small forward line in the absence of key forward Jed Robin Hamish Morrison and Billy Longmire all manage two goals apiece Manly Warringah were best served by former Eastern Football League Best & Fairest Medal winner Cameron Manuel The Bulldogs’ best players were the hugely talented Endemann Parramatta cruised to a fifty-nine-point victory over UNSW-ES at Henson Park Sydney University defeated St George by twelve goals at Olds Park North Shore produced a huge last quarter to overrun Pennant Hills by thirteen points in an terrific game at Mike Kenny Oval and Camden were ruthless & clinical in disposing of Balmain by twenty-one goals at Mahoney Park Repairs and upgrades to a much loved playground in Pennant Hills have begun six months after the structure fell victim to vandals Wollundry Park Playground was vandalised in December 2023 In light of the playground’s popularity Council staff brought the upgrade forward and invited residents to submit their vote for a new design – 500 votes were received adjustments were made to create the final design ensuring the playground meets the diverse needs and preferences of local families The upgraded playground will feature a nursery rhyme theme of bright complemented by a natural colour palate for the taller structures creating a harmonious blend with the surrounding bush environment. Key features include a tall play tower and monkey bars which will expand play opportunities for older kids – a much-requested addition by the community Mayor Philip Ruddock AO said the eagerly anticipated upgrade of the playground has been a community-driven effort “I’m incredibly proud of the community’s involvement in bringing the new Wollundry Park Playground to life and similarly of the work of our staff to deliver this important repair and upgrade so swiftly,” he said “This is what local government is about: listening to the needs of our community and delivering the services and assets that improve our residents’ lives The new Wollundry Park Playground will serve as a symbol for that and of the strength and resilience of Hornsby Shire.” Information and Events for Local Councils throughout Australia Contact us: newsdesk@insidelocalgovernment.com.au Louis Carr Real Estate agent and long-term resident Jennifer Carr says the suburb has a wonderful sense of calm and serenity without all the busyness of its neighbours. “It means the people that come to West Pennant Hills come here because they live here,” she says. “We’re leafy, quiet, safe and private: the perfect Aussie dream of what suburbia should be.” Notably, she says, all the essentials of daily life are within easy reach. Browse Domain’s property and lifestyle magazines. “It’s a five-minute trip to Castle Towers, and since the metro went in we can hop on to Macquarie Centre or the city,” she says. “The buses from private schools like Barker and Knox come here to pick children up.” Carr believes the suburb offers great value for money compared to the upper north shore, where properties of similar scale sell for twice the price. “I think we were overlooked because people would say, ‘Where the hell is West Pennant Hills?’” she says. “Then, over the years, we’ve seen the M2, the NorthConnex tunnel and the metro line, which have relieved traffic congestion and made us more viable.” While free-standing homes currently account for more than 90 per cent of dwelling stock, Mirvac’s Highforest development will soon offer apartments likely to appeal to locals looking to downsize within the suburb. 'We’re spoilt': Residents of this connected suburb have reason to be smug The popular NSW tree-change towns where property prices jumped Postcard pretty: Iconic terraces in this 'burb are largely protected Your pooch can keep you company at an outdoor table at Sunny Side, while the Grind & Bloom Cafe is open from 6am weekdays and well-known for its excellent customer service. You’ll find classic Italian dishes and takeaway pizza at La Carretta, and Persian delights – including pomegranate chicken and homemade saffron ice cream – at Bastani at Thompsons Corner, which is also home to Jeff’s Hideout Cafe, a favourite for bacon and egg rolls. There are plenty more wining and dining options in neighbouring Castle Hill. The 40-hectare Cumberland State Forest is the country’s only metropolitan state forest and a must-visit if you’re after a dose of nature. Enjoy a forest walk and a picnic, or swing through the trees at Treetops Adventure. There are bush tracks to explore throughout Bidjigal Reserve, which wraps around the suburb’s south-western corner, and golfers will enjoy the tree-lined fairways at the Pennant Hills Golf Club. For a selfie with one of Australia’s cutest marsupials, drop into Koala Park Sanctuary. 7 Baths6 ParkingView listing Backing onto Bidjigal Reserve, this palatial home set on 2263 square metres comes with a 17-metre indoor pool, a home theatre, a billiards room, a gym and a Miele-appointed kitchen. There’s also a self-contained, two-bedroom guesthouse and room to install a tennis court. Briggs had his breakout AFL game after 13 appearances for the GIANTS over three seasons The slow burn lit up last week against North Melbourne with 16 disposals and 20 hitouts to earn the big ruckman nine coaches’ votes and his first entry in the Carey-Bunton medal for the best NSW player in the AFL After a few seasons in the NEAFL he finally made his AFL debut in 2021 but had not been able to cement a spot until last week’s performance proved the breakthrough Everybody had trust in me that I had the ability to do so so it’s nice to repay that faith in me,” Briggs said “It’s been constant work preparing your body for AFL combat I was always bigger than everybody as a kid but in the AFL I’m probably small compared to other ruckmen “Shane Mumford has been a great help - working on technique and strength and how to move and manipulate opponents.” union and soccer and exceptional at athletics He won junior Australian titles in the shot put and was a regular in NSW athletics teams When a mate from North Rocks Public School brought him down to Ern Holmes Oval to make up the numbers for a depleted Pennant Hills under 12s “I played for Pennant Hills on the Sunday and then played for the rest of the season and that was that,” he said I’d played rugby league and rugby union where you just stand up and run at each other It took me a few weeks but I fell really nicely into it.” he was quickly selected for the GIANTS Academy while playing all his junior footy for Pennant Hills By the age of 17 he was playing for Penno’s seniors and won a Sydney premiership with the Demons in 2017 alongside current GIANTS teammate James Peatling That flag might have brought an end to his Pennant Hills career as he was drafted the following season but his connection to the club certainly didn’t stop there Briggs still goes to watch his old Demons teammates play and has been to several games at Mike Kenny Oval this season as he continues to support his former club which has punched well above its weight in its production of AFL players Jackson Ferguson and Adam Chatfield and now Braeden Campbell the club in Sydney’s northwest has a remarkable record “It’s a footy factory - it’s a pretty good list the surrounding suburbs have always been like that And he’s conscious of the fact he and Peatling are the only two western Sydney products paying for the GIANTS “We’re western Sydney boys,” Briggs said “I’ll always be a GIANTS product it adds that little extra layer of sentiment to playing for a team from western Sydney “Hopefully I can be inspiring to the kids who are training out at Blacktown every Tuesday and Thursday night with the academy Adelaide’s Tex Walker stormed to the lead in both the Carey-Bunton Medal and Bill Mohr Medal for leading goalkicker with his bag of 10 goals against West Coast The North Broken Hill boy claimed a perfect 10 votes in his 250th game to leap well clear on top of the leaderboard with 30 votes Walker’s bag of 10 also took him to 38 goals for the season The GIANTS sit atop the VFL ladder after a stirring comeback win over the Swans The GIANTS have made four changes for Sunday’s VFL clash with the Swans NSW local Teagan Germech has been added to the GIANTS list ahead of the 2023 NAB AFLW season Connor Idun presents GIANTS debutant Josaia Delana with his jumper ahead of the Round Eight clash against the Swans Tom Green's instinctive pick up and snap takes this weeks Goal Of The Week Jake Stringers impact with three goals takes this weeks Hahn How Good Moment Hear from GIANTS midfielder Finn Callaghan after the GIANTS loss to the Swans The GIANTS will unleash a Western Sydney debutant as one of three changes for Sydney Derby XXX The GIANTS acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands and waters on which we live We pay respects to Elders past and present and we stand strong together with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Leaders of tomorrow Penrith GC’s 2024 Eric Apperly Shield squad Junior teams from two local golf clubs have entered this year’s Eric Apperly Shield Pennant competition which begins this Sunday – 14th July Stonecutters Ridge begin their season against Castle Hill with the matches to be played at Cumberland Penrith begin their season against Pennant Hills whilst the managers this year are Michael Organ and Blade Gadd The Stonecutters Ridge squad is: Ryan Cadle (Captain) There will also be several local juniors playing with Concord in this year’s competition including Coby Carruthers (Jordan Springs) Chayse Thorpe (Richmond) and Ti Fox (Richmond) playing for Concord Blue whilst Chaewon Lee (Glenmore Park) is playing for Concord Red The Eric Apperly Shield was first contested in 1952 and is an inter-club and district teams’ competition open to both metropolitan and regional clubs the competition is for female and male golfers Named after one of NSW Golf’s pioneering greats the Eric Apperly Shield is considered the State’s preeminent inter-club competition for elite junior Golf compete over 18 holes of match play without the benefit of handicap Teams are initially pooled into groups for the home and away phase of the competition The winners of each pool progress through to the Finals A West Pennant Hills mansion reminiscent of a property seen in the hit show Succession has been drawing attention from around the world after hitting the market for sale The five bedroom and seven bathroom property at West Pennant Hills has an open plan layout spread across three levels that are accessible via a lift.It’s similar to the show’s lobby area of fictional CEO Logan Roy’s apartment in New York It has a range of luxury features including stone tile flooring and six metre ceilings in the living area The lavish modern property was constructed by a builder who has constructed luxury mansions in Vaucluse You could live like Succession’s Logan Roy Mr Kee said the West Pennant Hills and Bella Vista Waters properties had received interest from international buyers around the world “These properties are such unique builds that we’ve received enquiries from buyers overseas and offshore “It is a seamlessly connected home over three levels that combines an earthly finish to its design and build.” Prospective buyers from around the world have expressed interest in the property “Both properties are located in prestigious areas and offer exceptional features that make them truly-one of a kind.”No price guide has been made publicly available for the property.A review of comparable homes in the area suggested the property could achieve one of the highest prices ever paid in the area.West Pennant Hills’ suburb performance growth has increased by 149.2 per cent according to PropTrack data over the past decade A number of enquiries into the property have come from out of area buyers in NSW Buyers of the property can enjoy a range of outdoor lifestyle features a wood fire pizza oven and a barbecue gas plate with a full security alarm system and CCTV with infra-red monitoring the entire property MORE: Crypto Kings’ staggering wealth revealed Rabbitohs stars splurges on new luxury home Packer throws down the gauntlet in battle of the penthouses “The West Pennant Hills property is a modern masterpiece that blends quality and refinement with carefully appointed features that offer a layer of functionality that is second to none.”“Both it and the Bella Vista property are by appointment and invitation only.” third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © 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The Pennant Hills Demons Football Club has won the Ken Gannon Award for NSW/ACT’s Metro Project of the Year Members of Pennant Hills’ committee accepted the award from Federal Member for Berowra Pennant Hills’ received the award for developing new community clubrooms for the use by Senior and Junior AFL Clubs which included installing a commercial kitchen The $2.08 million clubrooms provide a first-class community facility that caters to players the senior club has grown from fielding three teams to 11 in 2022 (five men’s the club had no access to any indoor clubroom or facility at their home ground at Greenway Park volunteers and spectators had only a small awning where they could shelter from the elements The completed development allows around 250 people to gather in the clubrooms with both indoor and outdoor viewing options of both home fields at two oval facility.​ Thank you to the $1.98 million funding contribution from the Commonwealth Government and Congratulations to Pennant Hills on building this wonderful new club which will be enjoyed by your community for years to come the Hornsby Shire Council has been successful in securing a grant from the NSW Government towards Stage 2 of the project which will include universal changerooms Westbrook Bulldogs and AFL NSW/ACT thank the NSW Government for its support and look forward to collaborating will all stakeholders to successfully deliver this next stage Ken Gannon had a decorated career across many areas of the game including as Chief Executive of the Geelong Cats and AFL Victoria Ken spent much of the last decade of his career developing the AFL’s interest and partnerships in the community facilities space leading outcomes related to more than 800 community football facility projects in that period Photo L-R: Stewart Woodward (Football Operations) The nine kilometre NorthConnex twin tunnel motorway is now open NorthConnex directly links the M1 Pacific Motorway at Wahroonga to the Hills M2 Motorway at West Pennant Hills The $3 billion project has been delivered by Transurban in partnership with the Australian and NSW governments more reliable and more efficient journeys for road users It also returns local roads to local communities improves air quality along Pennant Hills Road and reduces congestion and noise We are only able to deliver some of the benefits of NorthConnex by removing some of the truck and bus traffic from Pennant Hills Road. To find out more visit the Pennant Hills Road regulation web page The NorthConnex Project Company has delivered NorthConnex for the NSW Government It has engaged Lendlease Bouygues Joint Venture (LLBJV) to design and build NorthConnex For further details on the project, refer to the NorthConnex website The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and related documents are available from the NorthConnex website The NorthConnex project has delivered more than one million cubic metres of excavated rock and soil to partially fill Hornsby Quarry NorthConnex has filled the quarry to a level that will allow Hornsby Shire Council to transform the site into a recreation area benefiting the community The site was handed back to Hornsby Shire Council in 2019 For more information see Hornsby Quarry Road Construction Spoil Management project For media releases on the project refer to the NorthConnex website Current documents related to the project are available on the NorthConnex website Earlier documents are available on the Documents archive page For further information about this project Email: northconnex@transport.nsw.gov.au Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country. 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However, initial plans for more than 1000 homes on the site were scaled back after Mirvac failed to win support for a bigger community footprint. Later, concerns over traffic and the environmental impact of adjoining neighbourhoods meant the development was not initially well received. As part of the plans, about 10ha of remnant forest will be dedicated to the NSW Government as public open space, being an extension of the adjoining Cumberland State Forest. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) A beautiful Sydney afternoon belied the feeling and pressure behind this match up Bombers charge straight out of the centre square to full forward Danger signs early for the Demons backline She plinks it right for the first score of the day and giving North Shore the opportunity to lock the ball forward the pass inboard comes to Yates who cops a push in the back and lines up from 25m at a slight angle She leans into the kick and smashes it through with her textbook kicking motion Ives is dominating in the midfield for Pennant Hills laying repeat tackles to shut down opponents and finding great handball options out of congestion The Demons lock the ball forward with Hutchings looking dangerous and Lowe intercepting any time its pushed back out They walk away empty-handed however as the Bombers find a chink in the armour and fly down the field steps into space and hits up Anderson with a sublime pass in traffic Anderson wheels and slams it long to Keeffe who looks to be their main target early She beats her opponent with some excellent bodywork pushes off and bangs it on the boot straight through the big sticks Keeffe showing off some serious skills here in the first Morris is making her presence felt through the midfield with a massive run down tackle to cut off the next Bombers attack She can’t stop the next one however as Eder charges up through the forward 50 and marks close to the arc barrelling through opponents to launch cleanly at the ball She takes her full time and run up for this one North Shore are dominating on the scoreboard here in the first and alarm bells ringing for the Demons collects and gets it to Ives at centre half forward She plays on immediately to Harvey on the goal line Carrol is concrete in the backline for the Bombers as Pennant Hills try again and again to find an avenue to goal She lays a withering smother to stop a shot on goal alongside countless possessions under pressure The Demons have flipped the script here but just can’t find the big sticks as they pepper away for 3 behinds Quarter Time Pennant Hills Demons 0.3.3 – North Shore Bombers 3.1.19 Barraclough is up and about early to start the second quarter As she dips and ducks her way through the midfield she earns a free kick for holding just outside 50 Takes her time and scans the forward line for options The player on the mark has moved to early and she’s walked right to the top of the goal square She doesn’t look the gift horse in the mouth Easy points for North Shore and Pennant Hills will be kicking themselves The Demons are fired up after that debacle and charge forward from the centre bounce a tap through behind giving them time to set up their defensive wall Quinlan intercepting across half forward for the Demons as they lock it in forward Her skills pay off as the next entry comes long to Rudd who is stuck like glue to her opponent At the last moment she breaks free with some amazing bodywork and manoeuvres to the drop of the ball She marks cleanly 35m out almost directly in front thumping a high ball straight through the big sticks with little effort Goal Pennant Hills and they’re on the board The Demons are racking up the possessions now but haven’t converted on the scoreboard Harvey earns a free kick close to goal with a great tackle but the kick slides right for a behind A long bomb from the midfield looks to be dribbling through for a game changing major but has a mind of its own and changes direction at the last moment Lastly a ping on the run from the contest floats high and right in the breeze If they can tighten up that final kick they’re right in this game but if this continues they’ll kick themselves out of a winning score Half Time Pennant Hills Demons 1.8.14 – North Shore Bombers 4.2.26 Pennant Hills come out swinging after half time They know they’ve got the ascendancy in the midfield for now and they need to capitalise runs to the 50m arc and lines up Wade with a pinpoint accurate pass as she charges across the forward line The mark through contact is no issue for her and she lines up from 35m out She’s been accurate all year and today is no exception After a plethora of misses this one sticks as she shoots the Sherrin right over the goal umpire’s head Brown is patrolling the midfield for the Demons and intercepting at will Wade is the target of the next forward entry she turns and burns towards goal but its thumped through again by the defence North Shore’s back line is going above and beyond to put pressure on kicks for goal and get a fist to anything they can’t smother Scoring has dried up this quarter as both defences find their rhythm and the midfields battle for ascendancy Pennant Hills has the ball parked at the top of their goal square but the Bomber’s midfield floods back and shuts down any movement They’ve built a sizeable scrum around the ball and through repeat stoppages chew away the last 3 minutes of the quarter without conceding An incredible defensive performance with the game hanging in the balance Three Quarter Time Pennant Hills Demons 2.10.22 – North Shore Bombers 4.2.26 16 minutes to decide who goes home and who is going to finals North Shore break from the centre bounce towards the wing Massive tackle from Gordon to try and stop the breakout but Barraclough gets the ball out just in time Keeffe collects and thumps it forward long to Eder turn and burn towards the forwards streaming out from the goal square Strauss collects on the run and slams it home Ives nabs it from the centre bounce and launches a titanic bomb forward collects and sprints through traffic towards goal Carroll has sprinted all the way across the forward 50 to smother and gets there in the nick of time The kick comes away to the right for a behind and Pennant Hills look to try and lock it forward and close this lead The kick out finds its way to Eder and the Bombers look to transition up the wing Pennant Hills needs to score to stay in touch Rudd receives a holding free kick to turn the footy the other way and kicks long to the pack can’t collect and gets slammed to the turf for her efforts Gordon puts her head over the ball and cops contact high for another free kick ball hits the turf and it’s a ball up directly in front 20m out thinks better of it and grabs it for herself Lighting fast handball out to Matthews lying low in space Demons charge forward again from the centre bounce Defensive fist forces a boundary throw in deep in the forward pocket Deja vu as Ives collects from the ruck again but Harvey bobs up at the last second to mark right between the goal and behind post The angle proves too tricky however and the kick floats right for a minor Short Bombers kick out from the back pocket is intercepted by Matthews She wastes no time and launches it goalwards immediately Maybe more time was needed because the kick starts right and stays right but the umpires blown his whistle and calls it back Bombers now with the ball on their half back flank Maher down the wing but only as far as Ives who hits return to sender Creusot kicks long from the contest and finds Morris in the mix with multiple defenders sprints away from the congestion and kicks across her body towards goal The ball hits the deck and manages to evade the defenders but also the goals Another behind to Pennant Hills and scores are level with 4 minutes remaining Carrol brings it out from the back line to the wing and finds Hungerford She turns and burns long to Keeffe but Quinlan beats her to the drop and intercepts Hot potato footy here with turn over galore inside the last 3 minutes Love marks on the wing for North Shore and switches to Carroll She jinks past her opponent but the kick inside 50 only gets as far as Rugg Handball off and quick kick out of defence but Hungerford is ready and waiting to intercept She spots Keeffe leading into space and hits her lace out on the run with sublime skill  Keeffe stands 40m out directly in front takes her full allotted time and launches the footy goalwards It falls just short to the pack of players in the goal square its on the turf and players scramble to take possession North Shore up by a goal with 2 minutes remaining North Shore drive the contest to the wing and bury it past the boundary line There’s not enough time left for the Demons if they can’t maintain possession and their desperation kicks from the contest are being intercepts across the midfield Siren sounds and that’s all she wrote as Bombers raise their voices in a pivotal win An incredible game with an incredible result Full Time Pennant Hills Demons 3.14.32 – North Shore Bombers 6.2.38 AFL Sydney – Representative Football Team Announcement (Friday AFL Sydney are pleased to announce the men’s and women’s representative teams ahead of the return of representative football tomorrow at Manuka Oval against AFL Canberra Match Times: Women’s match commences at 12:00pm & Men’s match commences at 2:00pm Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country: 1:45pm Streaming: LIVE via Streamer – Click Here Tickets: Via Ticketek or at the Gate – Click Here Entry: $14.50 for adults (including provider fees) and with passcode ‘Junior’ at checkout via Ticketek AFL Sydney Women’s Representative Team Head Coach: Kristie Whittard (Swans Academy) Assistant Coach: Kellie Nolan (UTS AFC Bats) Assistant Coach: Eleanor Rugg (Parramatta Goannas) Development Coach: Chloe Davis (Parramatta Goannas) AFL Sydney – Senior Men’s Representative Team Head Coach: Ben Roberts (Pennant Hills Demons) Assistant Coach: Kevin Dyson (UTS AFC Bats) Development Coach: Jason Blakemore (Pennant Hills Demons) A young woman and her partner have surprised a crowded auction by jumping in at the last minute to win a $2.56m home purchase funded by “Mum and Dad.” The couple in their 20s had the task of buying a house in Sydney for themselves and her parents to live in once they moved from Melbourne The plan was for the parents to purchase the house in the daughter’s name without seeing it for themselves MORE: Sydney’s priciest houses revealed Home with swim-up bar comes back for $2m more The parents were at home in Melbourne where the whole family came from when their daughter made the big decision She was one of 11 registered bidders at the auction of 20 Bishop Ave Bidding opened at $2.1m and moved quickly among five of the bidders until it hit $2.4m The young woman jumped in during the last five minutes to seal the deal at $2.56m Selling agent Giuseppe Murace from Ray White Cherrybrook said the pair hadn’t expressed much interest during the campaign before showing up unexpectedly and registering on the day They stayed silent for most of the auction before surprising the other bidders towards the end “They literally put up the paddle at the last $40,000 battle,” he said The vendors were an older couple planning to downsize A big enough kitchen for a family cook-off Mr Murace said they purchased the land about 17 years ago for $380,000 before building the five bedroom house All of the registered bidders were families attracted to the property’s location and the fact that it was a newer build compared to others in the suburb MORE: Millionaires only: dilapidated estate’s eye-popping price Unique timber CBD hotel sells for $30m The Bachelor life can be all yours for just $6.5k Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Thousands of trees will be bulldozed as part of a residential development in northern Sydney despite opposition from residents and a local council Property developer Mirvac has lodged plans to build 418 apartments and houses on the old IBM site at West Pennant Hills 20 kilometres northwest of the Sydney CBD and next to the Cumberland State Forest Thousands of trees will be bulldozed as part of Mirvac’s plan to redevelop the old IBM site at West Pennant Hills.Credit: Nick Moir A Mirvac spokeswoman said the project would transform “obsolete” office buildings car parks and roads into a “family-friendly residential community” the project involves the removal of more than 3000 trees prompting opposition from community groups and The Hills Shire Council The Hills Shire Liberal mayor Peter Gangemi said he was disappointed the council’s rejection of Mirvac’s plans for the site had been overturned by the NSW government “It’s incredibly disappointing that councillors have been sidelined and unable to make decisions on local planning matters especially on issues which residents feel passionate about,” he said An artist’s impression of Mirvac’s proposed redevelopment of the old IBM site at West Pennant Hills.Credit: Mirvac Mirvac initially wanted to build more than 1500 homes on the 26-hectare site but its current plan proposes 166 houses and 252 apartments in four buildings up to eight storeys The state government fast-tracked Mirvac’s planning proposal in 2020 to rezone the site – after it was rejected by the council – allowing development applications to be lodged. Mirvac’s earlier plans for the site were also opposed by the National Trust Mirvac’s spokeswoman declined to say how many trees would be bulldozed but the developer has approval to cut down 1253 trees as part of the demolition of existing buildings on the site Mirvac has since lodged DAs seeking approval to remove a further 1877 trees The spokeswoman said about 10 hectares of remnant forest would be protected and handed over to the state government as public open space “This forest will become publicly accessible for the first time in 100 years,” she said “Presently the site is private land with no public access.” Trees planted in the 1980s business park development will be cut down and replaced with species more sensitive to the area “Mirvac’s current tree replacement strategy will see 1.5 trees planted for every tree removed.” The $300 million development is opposed by some residents who have raised concerns over traffic impact on the environment and especially the destruction of thousands of trees The project prompted 12 community groups opposed to Mirvac’s plans to join forces under the banner Forest in Danger Its spokeswoman Jan Primrose said there was significant concern about the amount of Blue Gum forest that will be cut down Residents have also lodged objections to proposed building heights which Primrose said “will loom over the surrounding forest and residential areas and visually impact on the adjacent Cumberland State Forest” Primrose said the redevelopment would add to the existing strain on public infrastructure such as schools: “The community would have preferred not to have had medium and high density housing on such an ecologically sensitive site.” Gangemi said he did not support the Mirvac project because of its environmental impact the loss of employment land and a lack of infrastructure to support new residents “There’s also more pressure that will be placed on our roads parks and reserves that are already at capacity,” he said Some changes have been made to the project including a reduction in the area zoned residential and an expansion of the Cumberland State Forest but Gangemi said: “It still doesn’t address what we’ve been calling for and that’s for the land to be retained for the existing use” Transport Minister and Baulkham Hills Liberal MP David Elliott did not answer The Sun-Herald’s questions but said Gangemi is the “most pro-development councillor in living memory so he has forfeited the right to critique the Perrottet government over local infrastructure” The redevelopment of the old IBM site was one of 101 projects approved in 2020 under the NSW government’s Planning System Acceleration Program to boost jobs and investment during the COVID-19 pandemic The rezoning changed planning rules on the site including height limits and rezoning land from a business park to a mix of recreation environmental conservation and residential But a Planning Department spokeswoman said this did not give the green light for any development to start “Any development application needs to be lodged with Council which would be required to place it on exhibition for community feedback NSW Greens planning spokeswoman Cate Faehrmann said the Mirvac project will lead to an “unacceptable loss” of critically endangered forest Faehrmann said the NSW government should ensure development is sustainable with homes built around major transport hubs and services – not at the expense of our urban bushland “Most people would find it abhorrent that developers are able to get the tick of approval to clear some of the last patches of a critically endangered forest found nowhere else on earth,” she said “The suggestion that clearing this forest can be somehow offset by planting a few saplings somewhere else is also deeply offensive.” A Mirvac spokeswoman said the project would transform \\u201Cobsolete\\u201D office buildings car parks and roads into a \\u201Cfamily-friendly residential community\\u201D The Hills Shire Liberal mayor Peter Gangemi said he was disappointed the council\\u2019s rejection of Mirvac\\u2019s plans for the site had been overturned by the NSW government \\u201CIt\\u2019s incredibly disappointing that councillors have been sidelined and unable to make decisions on local planning matters especially on issues which residents feel passionate about,\\u201D he said The state government fast-tracked Mirvac\\u2019s planning proposal in 2020 to rezone the site \\u2013 after it was rejected by the council \\u2013 allowing development applications to be lodged Mirvac\\u2019s for the site were also opposed by the National Trust Mirvac\\u2019s spokeswoman declined to say how many trees would be bulldozed \\u201CThis forest will become publicly accessible for the first time in 100 years,\\u201D she said \\u201CPresently the site is private land with no public access.\\u201D \\u201CMirvac\\u2019s current tree replacement strategy will see 1.5 trees planted for every tree removed.\\u201D The project prompted 12 community groups opposed to Mirvac\\u2019s plans to join forces under the banner Forest in Danger which Primrose said \\u201Cwill loom over the surrounding forest and residential areas and visually impact on the adjacent Cumberland State Forest\\u201D Primrose said the redevelopment would add to the existing strain on public infrastructure such as schools: \\u201CThe community would have preferred not to have had medium and high density housing on such an ecologically sensitive site.\\u201D \\u201CThere\\u2019s also more pressure that will be placed on our roads parks and reserves that are already at capacity,\\u201D he said but Gangemi said: \\u201CIt still doesn\\u2019t address what we\\u2019ve been calling for and that\\u2019s for the land to be retained for the existing use\\u201D Transport Minister and Baulkham Hills Liberal MP David Elliott did not answer The Sun-Herald\\u2019s questions but said Gangemi is the \\u201Cmost pro-development councillor in living memory so he has forfeited the right to critique the Perrottet government over local infrastructure\\u201D The controversy over Mirvac\\u2019s plans for the site follows growing anger over the and the The redevelopment of the old IBM site was one of 101 projects approved in 2020 under the NSW government\\u2019s to boost jobs and investment during the COVID-19 pandemic \\u201CAny development application needs to be lodged with Council as part of its assessment processes.\\u201D NSW Greens planning spokeswoman Cate Faehrmann said the Mirvac project will lead to an \\u201Cunacceptable loss\\u201D of critically endangered forest with homes built around major transport hubs and services \\u2013 not at the expense of our urban bushland \\u201CMost people would find it abhorrent that developers are able to get the tick of approval to clear some of the last patches of a critically endangered forest found nowhere else on earth,\\u201D she said \\u201CThe suggestion that clearing this forest can be somehow offset by planting a few saplings somewhere else is also deeply offensive.\\u201D The course features magnificent tree-lined fairways along with the beautiful gardens often has Pennant Hills described as the most picturesque courses in Sydney The clubhouse was completely renovated in 2019 and compliments the golf course with its delightful views high quality food and beverage offerings and social engagement Membership at Pennant Hills Golf Club is enjoyed by those who are looking for quality golf and a friendly club community We welcome players of all ages and abilities with the camaraderie among members often being noted by guests attending the club for the first time For a limited time we also have an introductory membership promotion that provides a pathway for persons who have playing experience and are considering applying for full six- or seven-day membership (or Flexible Membership if eligible) of Pennant Hills Golf Club The program enables prospective members to experience what the club has to offer before submitting their application for full membership in the above categories The program allows participants to access temporary membership as a ‘Temporary Flexible Member’ – for a period of no longer than 12 months – by paying the annual subscription fee for Flexible Membership on a pro rata basis together with payment of a non-refundable entrance fee of $1,000 together with a discount equivalent to the total amount spent for temporary membership in the Try Before You Join program will be deducted from the balance of the applicable entrance fee on application for full six- or seven-day membership (or Flexible Membership if eligible) of Pennant Hills Golf Club Since the #TBYJ program involves entry into a playing category the annual Golf NSW Affiliation Fee will also be paid by the individual This is a great incentive for participants to join as members This discount is applicable only to membership applications made within six months of the date of completion of the Try Before You Join program For membership enquiries visit: https://www.pennanthillsgolfclub.com.au/cms/member-information/ Parramatta’s defensive structures once again shone through as the Goannas defeated hosts North Shore by sixteen points Final scores were Parramatta 4.8.32 to North Shore 2.4.16 but the Goannas kicked three goals to none in the second half to consolidate their position in the top three aiming for a crucial double chance in August & September 2022 Mostyn Medallist Sera Kaukiono turned back the clock with a Best on Ground performance for the Goannas Kaukiono was well supported by Jenna Whitehand Abbie Lewis and reliable ruck Paige Pirotta The Bombers were best served by Emily Bliss The Manly Warringah Wolves returned to form with a dogged ten-point win over hosts and 2023 Grand Finallists UTS at Waverley Oval Both sides battled heavy rain throughout the fixture with the Wolves running out victors 3.4.22 to the Bats’ 2.0.12 Hannah Woolf and Zara Hamilton have been extremely consistent for Manly season and were once again amongst the Wolves’ best players on Saturday Kenya Fahey and backline general Ash Carter also shone for Manly in the exceedingly difficult conditions in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney UTS were best served by the reliable Gabriella Stanwix Sydney University also returned to their best form with a twenty-nine-point win over UNSW-ES at Henson Park Final scores in a match played in at-times torrential rain were Sydney Uni 4.7.31 to UNSW-ES 0.2.2 and despite being kept scoreless in the final quarter their resolute and experienced defensive unit ensure they were never seriously threatened by a gallant Bulldogs outfit Kendra Blattman and Asha Goddard were amongst Sydney Uni’s best players Pennant Hills registered their first victory of the season with a twenty-seven-point victory over guests St George at a rain-drenched Mike Kenny Oval in Cherrybrook Final scores were Pennant Hills 4.4.28 to St George 0.1.1 Pennant Hills did all their damage in the first half Both sides found scoring almost impossible in the second half as the persistent rain took its toll on the Mike Kenny Oval surface Pennant Hills’ best players were Elly Rudd (who is surely leading the Demons B & F at this time) St George were best served by Hannah Kaine Caitlin Edmonds and midfielder Caydelan Mitchell-Bruce WOMEN’S DIVISION ONE:In Women’ Division One results ladder leaders Randwick City produced a solid display in defeating Sydney University by four goals Parramatta defeated North Shore by a mere eight points East Coast  Eagles accounted for SW Sydney by a comfortable thirty-three points at Kanebridge Oval and in an entertaining fixture played on Sunday on a remarkably dry Henson Park as part of Newtown’s Pride Round celebrations fleet-footed forwards Ella Kinslor and Alyssa Wedd combined for seven of UTS’s nine goals as they defeated Newtown by thirty-three points The Mens Premier Division has a new challenger for the Top Five; SW Sydney Blues The Blues emerged from the 1-6 pack with a solid win over East Coast Eagles on Saturday eight-point fixture against intense rivals Inner West Magpies at Monarch Ovak in Macquarie Fields on Friday Night Manly and North Shore are still both undefeated heading into their huge 1 vs 2 clash at North Shore this Saturday at Gore Hill and Pennant Hills (third) match up against Sydney University (fourth) in a massive weekend of AFL Premier Division Mens Football Pennant Hills vs Sydney Uni AND East Coast vs UTS fixtures will all be broadcast via Streamer on the AFL Sydney Facebook Page on Friday Night and then on Saturday afternoon All matches this weekend part of the completely rescheduled Round 1 fixtures after a rare complete washout in Round 1 in early April North Shore continued their impressive start to season 2024 by accounting for Inner West Magpies by forty-four points at Gore Hill Oval The Bombers ran out victors 8.12.60 to 2.4.16 on a day where the FlexiTurf surface at Gore Hill was put to the test on a day where Sydney copped over 100mm of rain Ethan Grace has been superb for North Shore this season and he managed three goals for the Bombers on a day where scoring was difficult across the League Wayd Blackburne also chipped in with two majors for North Shore missing Ben Zoppo and player-coach Ben Klemke were best served by Thye Hamilton Manly Warringah defeated UTS by forty-eight points in monsoonal conditions at Waverley Oval Final Scores were Manly Warringah 9.16.70 to the Bats’ 3.4.22 with Manly’s stingy defence again performing superbly who has been a revelation for the Wolves across half-forward after spending a huge amount of time as a key figure across half-back for much of this decade Youlten managed another three goals for the Wolves and he was well-supported by Phelan Medallist Kale Gabila Josh Ralph kicked all of UTS’s three goals on an otherwise tough day for the Bats’ forward line SW Sydney Blues and East Coast Eagles met at Kanebridge Oval the Blues kicked five goals to none in the last quarter to run out victors 10.10.70 to 3.10.28 Jordan Pidgeon kicked three goals in this crucial victory for SW Sydney He was aided and abetted by veteran Kyle Devlin and Kohan Prenter who both chipped in with two majors apiece Cameron Edwards managed two goals for the Eagles The Blues were best served by Baily McParland The Eagles’ best players were Daniel Gauci veteran ruckman Andrew Browning and Jacob Jones Sydney University hung on for a tough seven-point victory over a dogged and persistent UNSW-ES at Henson Park The Students ran out victors 5.10.40 to 4.9.33 kicking the only goal of the final quarter at a soaked Henson Park Sydney Uni small forward William Gibbs was the only multiple goal kicker in the match kicking two goals on a tough day for forwards Gibbs’ defensive pressure inside the Sydney Uni forward line was also a feature giant Sydney Uni follower Monty Velthuis was simply outstanding for Sydney Uni He was well supported by half-back Oscar Bosnjakovic who kicked the clincher in the last quarter The Bulldogs had solid contributions from Fred Tricks Pennant Hills produced another solid defensive performance in their twenty-eight-point victory over St George at a drenched Mike Kenny Oval Pennant Hills ran out victors 5.12.48 to St George 3.2.20 ahead of their monster clash with Sydney University at home this Friday Night In the absence of key forward Harrison Pitt Riley Hawes kicked two goals for the Demons Co-skipper Patrick Tegg managed two majors for the Dragons Pennant Hills’ best players were Wilson Mudge Jeremy Woods and club stalwart Matt Saunders Sydney Uni comfortably accounted for UNSW-ES by eight goals Pennant Hills defeated St George by forty-six points at Mike Kenny Oval Parramatta squeezed home by five points over Balmain at Mahoney Park and North Shore thumped Inner West by over one hundred points despite kicking 14.30.114 at Gore Hill Oval cloves and other potent flavours than the usual stock-standard chais you might get in India at Ambi’s Chai Bar in Pennant Hills Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime There’s a biography in each brew at Ambi’s Chai Bar in Pennant Hills. Every ginger-charged, pepper-buzzing sip reveals some history about this tiny kiosk’s customers, workers or the owner, Ambi Thind. He can make up to 28 kinds of chai (including a Biscoff and cinnamon special that evokes Christmas) and many of the vividly spiced teas are named after people he knows – from Brooksy’s Chai to Maddy’s Mzungu. But it is his life story that’s essentially told through every pour. And to explain how he ended up serving the best chai you’ll drink in this city, let’s start in Kenya, where he was born. “Chai was at the bedside in the morning. It was at lunch, it was at dinner,” Thind says. “Chai was everything. As a lot of Indians migrated to East Africa, they took along with them chai.” Ashlee’s chai.Brook MitchellAdvertisementThe African population then upped the spice levels, pushing more pepper, cinnamon, cloves and other potent flavours into each cup. “The chai that I’m making is called the African-Punjabi chai,” Thind says. “That’s why my chais are quite different to the stock-standard chais you get in India.” They’re also shaped by his memoir-worthy international experiences: boarding school in the Himalayan foothills; joining NATO forces in Cold War Germany; working on family farms in Zambia. His hockey era followed, with Thind repping Africa and four UK counties in the game. “Hockey brought me to Australia,” he says. As coach for a young women’s team, he brought flasks of home-brewed chai to training nights. “The girls started saying, ‘What is this? This smell is fragrant. It’s fantastic.’” They wondered what the tea could taste like with chocolate and other experimental flourishes – so he created brews according to their wishes. Thind retired from coaching years ago, but his menu is full of tributes to his players. Ashlee’s Chai is a spice-heavy load, with cinnamon, cloves, cardamom and other punchy ingredients: it crackles with flavour, without slamming you hard. Brooksy’s Chai is powered by ajwain seeds, an ingredient that’s new to me. Used for medicinal purposes in India (it’s given to children to soothe stomach aches), it’s known for being bitter and pungent. But when I sip the drink, there’s no harsh, off-key note: every other element (the black tea, pepper, cardamom, ginger) is so well-tuned, I end up savouring a wonderfully harmonious brew. For tea sweetened with a wedge of Cadbury’s, try Maddy’s Mzungu. Thind explains the in-joke: “Mzungu means white person in Swahili. So only a white person would want to put a piece of chocolate in a chai.” But that doesn’t mean it’s under-spiced. “It has over 40 peppercorns in it,” he says. The strength levels of each tea are indicated by elephant symbols: there are “tame” options for anyone needing gentler chai. Each glass zings with flavour – even the most battle-tested tastebuds will feel revived. Every drink is carefully spice-simmered and brewed freshly with turmeric, smoky black cardamom or other spices, and a sign warns there can be a 20-minute wait. “Each chai takes a while,” Thind says. “It’s not for the people that are trying to catch a train.” Mombasa roti and chole (roti with chickpeas).Brook MitchellBut your patience will pay off: you’ll want to replay each chai-savouring moment once it’s over. This is why his venue draws long queues. Each chai is optimised with freshly crushed or added spices. It’s why your throat buzzes with pepper, ginger and black cardamom when you drink here. It’s why you feel instant lift-off from the heady aromas when you walk into the bar: there are 18 spices sprinkled, pounded and stirred into the teas. There are also the stories in each cup: the rooibos flavour in honour of Ishy, a regular; the lemongrass and chocolate edition for an employee nicknamed Jamila. The food has a biographical element, too – the roti with gently spiced chickpeas (chole) or curried chicken (nkoko) have Punjabi influences – and is served with yoghurt for cool relief. Then there’s a Nutella-sweet roti with pineapple, inspired by one of his managers. Ambi’s Chai Bar opened quietly in 2018, but new outposts launched in North Sydney and Canberra this year, and you can see why there’s such community fandom for it. It’s named Ambi’s Chai Bar, but it’s now ours, too. Vibe: A small, buzzy non-alcoholic bar showcasing around 15 kinds of Afro-Punjabi chai (with more specials on offer, depending on time of year and who is in the kitchen). Go-to dish: The Nutella roti with pineapple and passionfruit. The beer is cold and the fried squid is hot, but does The Dolphin pass the pub test?Bella Brutta’s former head pizzaiolo joins the Surry Hills hotel’s kitchen, and most of the Italo-Oz menu is pretty darn good. ‘A coffee degustation’: Enjoy curated brews, cakes and creative cafe classics at Burwood’s PillarDevotees of the bean can order trays featuring four kinds of coffee, alongside counter sweets and snacks. Live seafood tanks are back, but does this restaurant fill the hole left by Golden Century?The Golden Century is over – enter the era of the Royal Palace Seafood Restaurant, which is bringing back live seafood tanks, huge banquet tables, two levels of dining, and, yes, even pipis in XO sauce. news and the hottest openings served to your inbox Home | News | NSW AM: Giant Killers Rule Roost at Pennant Hills the youngest competitor in men’s claimed back-to-back scalps and a kid who was once told he was ‘too small to caddy’ was all the talk on the opening day of matchplay competition at the NSW Amateur On a day where the competitors had to battle the humidity as much as their opponents Strokeplay medallist and top seed Haruhi Nakatani fell 3 & 2 to some inspired golf from a plucky Charlotte Perkins of The Australian Golf Club 6th and 11th to establish a three-hole lead and staged a late comeback with wins on the 11th and 13th to peg the lead back to just one with four holes to play with Perkins rolling in back-to-back birdies to finish the contest on the 16th green “I knew that I had to put my best foot forward against Harani but that was my only bogey for the day.” and then I holed a putt from off the green on 16 for birdie so back-to-back birdies to get back to three up felt nice and that was pretty much the end of the match,” Perkins grinned Men’s MatchplayWomen’s Matchplay There were few other surprises in the women’s with last year’s runner-up Shyla Singh dominating Annika Rathbone 7 & 6 and so did last week’s Avondale Amateur Champion Claire Shin but not before a bit of a battle with Avondale’s Rachel Lee 2020 runner-up Belinda Ji could not make it past the opening round going down to her Concord clubmate Michelle Bang 3 & 2 Tomorrow’s Women’s Quarterfinals will get underway at 7.00 am With the men’s matchplay whittled from 32 down to just eight several fancies saw themselves looking for the exit today at Pennant Hills sooner than they expected Two-time Aussie Junior Champion Jeffrey Guan cruised through his morning match against Manato Nakamani 3 & 2 The Australian Golf Club gun had no answers in his afternoon contest got through his morning match 7 & 5 but then ran into defending champion Harrison Crowe who was too strong for the Queenslander in the afternoon contest NSW State team representative Harry Bolton cruised through his morning and afternoon matches then 16-year-old Riley Millers 2 & 1 late in the afternoon was about the exploits of 14-year-old Ian Kim and the ‘slightly older’ 16-year-old Kade Webber from Stonecutters Ridge impressed with his resolve throughout both contests first claiming The Australian Harrison Glenday in the morning followed by a nail-biting win against the well-regarded Harry Petersen “I was happy with how I played n my first match against Harrison Glenday “I wasn’t really focusing or giving it my best but I held on till the end,” the teenager said With another long day in store should he progress into tomorrow’s afternoon matches Kim said he would have to control his pace of play more “I know I will need to approach it a bit slower tomorrow My driver was the strong part of my game this afternoon and I know if I hit fairways and my short putts go in I will be OK.” For Stonecutters Ridge representative Kade Webber simply making the Matchplay has been as much of a surprise as his impressive opening-day effort in advancing to the quarterfinals Webber, who was once famously told he was ‘ too small to caddy’ in the 2015 NSW Open and who then went on to become a bit of a media star for ignoring the advice and going and doing it took out the well credentialled Blade Gadd in 4 & 3 in morning play He doubled down with a hard-fought win in extra holes over St Michael’s Jeff Pullen to complete one of his best days on course in months “I played good this morning but struggled this afternoon,” a relieved Webber grinned “I haven’t shot under par in about 25 rounds I’ve been hitting the ball everywhere and just getting it up-and-down I’m a little bit surprised to be honest.” ASX-listed developer Mirvac has revealed its West Pennant Hills masterplan, Highforest by Mirvac It was a year ago Urban revealed the plans for the near 26-hectare, $700 million community which will have around 418 apartments and townhouses on the site bordering the Cumberland State Forest Around 10 hectares of remnant bushland will be dedicated to the stage government as public open space Mirvac promise a "harmonious blend of modern living and nature." There will be 252 apartments and 166 houses considerably less than the 1,500 homes that were envisaged for the large site The apartments will be spread across four buildings no higher than eight levels The state government expedited Mirvac's planning proposal greenlighting the site's rezoning after the local council rejected it Mirvac's commitment to environmental stewardship is evident in its decision to protect approximately 10 hectares of remnant forest “This forest will become publicly accessible for the first time in 100 years, transforming the site from private land with no public access into a sanctuary for all to enjoy," Mirvac said Highforest, spearheaded by Mirvac Design is set to revolutionise residential living focusing on the connection of architecture The development comprises generously proportioned semi-detached and terrace homes offering flexibility to meet the evolving needs of families four apartment buildings with deep balconies and large windows provide an immersive connection with nature inspired by the concept of treehouse living The first apartment release many of which capture views of the surrounding forest with some units incorporating dedicated media and study areas including a mix of semi-detached and attached homes Key features encompass provisions for additional media along with private open spaces such as ground-level and upper-level balconies Residents of Highforest will have access to an array of amenities and a private resident-only recreational facility The West Pennant Hills project will be just 800 metres from Cherrybrook Metro Station We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home Hyundai awards top dealers across Australia Hyundai’s Platinum Dealer Program rewards outstanding performance across all aspects of dealer operations The winners of the program were announced late last week during a virtual dealer principal meeting Pennant Hills Hyundai (NSW) took out the metropolitan gong alongside Holts Hyundai (VIC) in the regional category “It is especially gratifying to be awarded (the Platinum Dealer of the Year) in 2021 which was a year of some incredibly trying times for the industry,” said Pennant Hills Hyundai dealer principal Chris Daly “Securing the Hyundai Platinum Dealer Award is a whole-of-business effort that requires every department to function at its peak and each area of the business did pull together to deliver the results,” he added Holts Hyundai dealer principal Trevor Holt echoed Mr Daly’s remarks saying the quality of the Hyundai product was key to maintaining strong customer relationships “The incredible suite of new cars Hyundai is producing really makes our job easy it’s (about) retaining that customer for life we have families who buy multiple cars throughout the generations Repeat business is the only way our dealership can work,” said Mr Holt “We’ve been in business since 1926 – I’m third generation – and we’ve had Hyundai since 2005 After so many successful years with the brand it’s just great to be recognised as being right at the pointy end.” Hyundai Motor Company Australia (HMCA) recognised high-performing dealers in a series of other categories These included the dealers that achieved outstanding results across the business in each region: Further recognition was extended to dealers in specific areas of the business including those with the greatest number of private as well as the largest sales volume of high-grade variants The dealers listed below beat more than 170 Hyundai dealerships across the country to take home the top prize The newly created Strongest HH Dealer award recognises the dealerships with the highest dealer share and highest share of their Primary Market Area (PMA) the dealers that achieved profitability outcomes through high volumes and an optimal sales mix were awarded HMCA also lauded exceptional customer service retention and repeat referral business as part of its annual awards it recognised eight dealerships over two categories the dealership that achieved the Highest Parts Sales in 2021 was Jefferson Hyundai “It is with immense pride that we recognise our highest performing dealerships and thank them and their staff for their ongoing commitment to the Hyundai brand and our customers,” said HMCA chief executive officer Ted Lee “We congratulate our 2021 Dealer of the Year and Award winners for setting a high standard and delivering outstanding results against the backdrop of the many challenges experienced over the course of the year.” Centenary awards include three dealers with 100 years of continuous Ford partnership Fifth consecutive win for Volvo Cars South Yarra in 2024 awards Carbar BD specialist join S&P Global Mobility Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the 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Sydney the former Pennant Hills Inn is coiled like a well trained army unit primed for a bombardment of family groups A bank of some 20 high chairs sits in the corridor awaiting ill treatment The bistro is making fortifying coffees for early-bird parentals The large team in the open bistro is hurriedly prepping for lunch service that marvellous glassed-in kids’ playroom is teeming like a petri dish occupied by a padded play maze in a pirates-slash-tropical island theme is divided into two sections – one for two to four year-old littlies and one for their rowdier five to ten-year-old playmates – and nobody can get out without passing through the one exit Cartoons play silently on big screens while there’s a bouncy castle that wobbles like a fat man laughing when tykes are hopping around inside it The HRH had a slick revamp some years ago and boasts a neutral modern design with lots of olive and everything is spotlessly clean: they run a remarkably tight ship here It’s a bit of a labyrinth – extra dining rooms are hidden around corners and the gaming areas are well separated from the family sections You can get a decent beer on tap here; they have White Rabbit some tricky salads and fillet mignon if you so desire them (For those who pay attention to these things The vibe here is crowd control with minimal tears; feed ’em and make the experience at least painless enough that they’ll gladly come back And once the mums and dads have taken their broods home the stage is open for weekend evening acoustic sets Thanks for subscribing! 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