A cheat sheet of the policies Australians are being promised on election day NITV and our teams covering more than 60 languages.Share2 min readPublished 29 April 2025 12:09pm ShareGet SBS News daily and direct to your InboxSign up now for the latest news from Australia and around the world direct to your inbox.Your email address *Morning (Mon–Fri) Council has resolved to explore alternative sites for a new library to service the Bay and Basin area.   Councillors voted to not proceed with the proposed library project at Kerry Street and Paradise Beach Road Sanctuary Point with the loss of parking cited as a key concern.  Council has requested that staff explore options to build a library at alternative locations including Francis Ryan Reserve and the existing library site on Paradise Beach Road.  Next steps will be to investigate potential sites. For more information on the project head to Council’s Get Involved page.  Nowra City Administration Centre36 Bridge Rd, Nowra NSW 2541 Australia Ulladulla Branch Office14 Deering St, Ulladulla NSW 2539 Australia All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueAnd with it have gone nearly $1.5 million already spent by council On April 15, councillors voted to abandon plans for the proposed library to be built on the corner of Paradise Beach Road and Kerry Street A rescission motion brought forward by Crs Matthew Norris Gillian Boyd and Ben Krikstolaitis was debated at a follow-up meeting on April 29 but ultimately failed by a narrow vote of seven to six was to be funded through federal grants and loans already incorporated into the council's long-term financial plan It included $7.5 million secured by Federal Member for Gilmore aerial and map view of Francis Ryan Reserve Pictures supplied.Burning moneyCr Krikstolaitis said the decision was a waste of community resources and they were "burning" residents' money by abandoning a fully-funded project "We've already spent $1.5 million of our community's money and there's $7 million waiting for us that we're willing to hand back again," Cr Krikstolaitis said Cr Norris said the library resulted from years of planning community consultation and shared vision for improving the Bay and Basin "Walking away from this project would be walking away from that future," he said other councillors were concerned about the project's long-term financial sustainability Cr Bob Proudfoot warned costs for such projects could escalate dramatically while Cr Denise Kemp noted the ongoing costs associated with operating libraries "I suggest you look at the other libraries and how much they cost council." Acting CEO James Ruprai said Sanctuary Point did have a library however it was sitting on Department of Education land the library has not been deemed suitable to service the entirety of the catchment of the Bay and Basin," he said Aerial view of proposed library from the corner of Kerry Street and Paradise Beach Road. Picture supplied by Shoalhaven CouncilSporting groundsAt the heart of the discussion was the nearby Francis Ryan Reserve, a popular sporting ground home to the St Georges Basin Dragons Rugby League Club and the Bay and Basin Cricket Club the sporting community had been putting matters in their own hands to maintain the grounds Representatives spoke at both council meetings expressing outrage that a library could be prioritised while sporting infrastructure deteriorated "We must support those people," Cr Proudfoot said let's get the drainage fixed on the ground and let's find an alternative site [for the library]," he said While all councillors agreed on the need to upgrade Francis Ryan Reserve some argued it should not come at the expense of a library Cr Boyd said the sporting fields and the library were separate issues She said the fields needed "to be dealt with and will be dealt with in time but I don't think it should be dealt with at the expense of this valuable community asset for the people of Sanctuary Point." On the same day the rescission motion was defeated, Liberal candidate for Gilmore, Andrew Constance announced a $3.5 million commitment towards new facilities at Francis Ryan Reserve if elected Aerial view of the proposed library site at the corner of Paradise Beach Road and Kerry Street Picture supplied by Shoalhaven CouncilSite and parking concernsConcerns were also raised about parking as the proposed library was to be built on an existing car park Cr Proudfoot said the parking was "absolutely crucial" to the elderly who parked across the road to get to the chemist said the new design would include 109 parking spaces Cr Peter Wilkins supported the idea of a library and we put it in the right place because at the moment it's in the wrong place," he said Today's top stories curated by our news team Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over Your digital replica of Today's Paper An elected Dutton Coalition Government will commit $3.5 million to build the Bob Proudfoot Pavilion at Francis Ryan Reserve in Sanctuary Point An elected Dutton Coalition Government will commit $3.5 million to build the Bob Proudfoot Pavilion at Francis Ryan Reserve in Sanctuary Point.  Francis Ryan Reserve is home to the St Georges Basin Dragons Rugby League Club as well as the Bay and Basin Cricket Club.  The works will see the existing amenities building at Francis Ryan Reserve demolished and replaced with the Bob Proudfoot Pavilion which will include changerooms and amenities for women and match officials said that the Albanese Labor Government has left Sanctuary Point and the South Coast behind.  “This new pavilion will meet the needs of this growing community and the increased participation of young women and girls in rugby league and cricket.  “A Coalition Government I lead will never leave Sanctuary Point or the South Coast behind The community has a powerful and experienced advocate for their needs in Andrew Constance.  “The South Coast can’t afford another three years of neglect by Labor.”  said the new Bob Proudfoot Pavilion is what Sanctury Point needs and should expect from a government prepared to listen to them.  and cricket stars deserve access to first rate facilities.  “For our young women and girls to thrive means having access to modern facilities which are safe and secure.  “There is currently no appropriate female change facilities at Francis Ryan Reserve and this is not something the I am prepared to accept.  “A Dutton Coalition Government will listen to and deliver for Sanctuary Point and South Coast families.”  This commitment is part of the Coalition’s plan to get Australia back on track.  Donations by individuals to registered political parties of between $2 and $1,500 in a financial year are tax deductible. Phone: 02 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Authorised by Chris StoneLiberal Party of Australia 131 Macquarie StreetSydney NSW 2000Phone: (02) 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Wild anti-nuclear protests have interrupted Peter Dutton's campaign event in an ultra-marginal seat clashing with voters and forcing the Opposition Leader to postpone his press conference Peter Dutton’s campaign event in the ultra-marginal seat of Gilmore has been interrupted by wild anti-nuclear protesters causing the Opposition Leader's press conference to be delayed The Opposition Leader appeared in Sanctuary Point on the NSW south coast to announce $3.5 million for upgraded stadium facilities at a local football club which featured the local junior football team was hijacked by at least three individuals dressed in white radiation suits with nuclear symbols on the back Mr Dutton was scheduled to hold a press conference at the football ground but the protest impacted plans with the leader and Liberal candidate for Gilmore Andrew Constance postponing the media event South Coast Labor Council Secretary Arthur Roriss said they were “alerting people as to Australia’s nuclear future” “We’re just suited up for our own protection here,” Mr Roriss told the media “This is what the future looks like under a Dutton government … get used to the face masks get used to the radiation suits folks because this is energy in Australia under a Dutton government.” He said they “represent the workers that Mr Dutton expects to subject themselves to danger” “We haven’t forgotten Fukushima we haven’t forgotten Chernobyl … it’s working people and working class communities that pay the price.” A furious football coach confronted Mr Roriss “you’re an absolute muppet mate “The kids here want to play sport … you are absolute idiots.” “You’re a muppet mate.”   Two locals from Nuclear for Australia also hit out at the protesters slamming them as being ignorant about the facts on nuclear “I think this is ridiculous … they’re ignorant they don’t know the facts and they’re just scaremongering,” one man told Sky News The woman with him blasted the activists’ remarks as “ridiculous” and “untruth” The man added: “Every developed country in the world has got nuclear never been an issue … there have been accidents of course there are all the safeguards and that.” “We should have it as part of the mix.” Liberal candidate for Gilmore Andrew Constance condemned the protesters’ actions saying they were there to “completely destroy an incredible community event” “This is the behaviour of the Labor party we’re going to put community first in this election Labor about themselves,” Mr Constance said The new Sanctuary Point Library is moving forward with a revised scope of works now under development This work is based on a resolution of Councillors to close out the existing Sanctuary Point Library Project report and to rescope a new project based on Warilla Library The rescoping processes is necessary to ensure the project can proceed following the Financial Sustainability Review (FSR) which identified the need to increase operating revenue and reduce expenses who created the initial library plans and also designed the Warilla Library are expected to remain the appointed Principal Architect for the project This project will revitalise the Sanctuary Point village by creating a vibrant community hub that offers access to technology and information as well as reading services and collections Shoalhaven City Council will continue to provide regular updates on the project’s progress in the coming months. View the updates on the Get Involved page, Sanctuary Point Library | Get Involved Shoalhaven (nsw.gov.au) All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinuePolice were called to an address on Links Avenue following a report a bullet hole was allegedly found in a window Woman arrested in Nowra over alleged Sanctuary Point shootingPolice established Strike Force Dotson to investigate, and after releasing images of a white BMW seen near the home arrested a 25-year-old man at a house on Maclean Street He was charged with firing a firearm at a house with disregard for safety acquiring a firearm subject to prohibition order supplying a prohibited drug and driving while disqualified He remains before the court on those charges Bullet holes were allegedly found in a window at a Sanctuary Point home File photo.As investigations continued detectives from Strike Force Dotson arrested a 45-year-old woman at a house in Nowra about 2.30pm on Thursday February 27 She was was charged with being an accessory before the fact to firing a firearm at house with disregard for safety and granted conditional bail to appear at Nowra Local Court on Tuesday March 18 Inquiries under Strike Force Dotson are continuing Newsletters & AlertsView allDaily Today's top stories curated by our news team. 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All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueThe Student Representative Council members took part in a morning tea to ask questions of the Australian Defence Force veterans who offered a glimpse of what they had seen A veteran of both the Vietnam and Gulf Wars Sanctuary Point Primary School SRC members with the veterans Picture by Amy Blizzard."I've been places I'd rather not have been," he said However he revealed that despite the harsh reality of his job "You learn to do the biggest thing you could ever do which is trust someone with your life," Mr Edwards said The camaraderie was something several veterans spoke about and it reflected in their relationships to each other His second was with the Australian Army training team the highest-decorated unit of the Vietnam War Rubi Hopper in front of the ANZAC display at the Country Club Picture by Amy Blizzard.He is also a chief instructor with the International Close Combat Instructors Association and his biggest takeaway was the mateship he found in service You make wonderful [connections]," Mr Whipp said The SRC students showed their appreciation in notes written specifically for the veterans "Thank you for saving our lives," said another The notes are on display at the Country Club for the Anzac Day celebrations View +15 PhotosGallery by Amy Blizzard.The Country Club's entertainment and communications manager said the veterans enjoyed interacting with the students "It's incredibly rewarding for our veterans who deeply value the connection and engagement with the students," she said She organised the event because Anzac Day had a special place in her heart after she lost two family members during World War II - one is buried in Belgium and the other in France Ms Buggy said she thought about the mothers whose children never came home I can't imagine not seeing my child again," she said Ms Buggy said the unfortunate reality was that many of those mothers never got to see where their children were laid to rest All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueJason Glen Townsend had already been served with a firearms prohibition order before police went to his home on March 18 He said there were "bits and pieces" in the shed "like gel blaster things and that" according to documents presented to Nowra District Court Sanctuary Point man jailed for nearly four years over guns and ammunitionTownsend faced the court for sentencing after pleading guilty to possessing a prohibited firearm possessing ammunition while subject to a firearms prohibition order and two counts of possessing a firearm while subject to a firearms prohibition order Court documents said police found a homemade .22 calibre single-sot pistol in Townsend's garage but it was not working because of a misaligned firing pin firearm parts and manufactured parts among the workshop items including a metal lathe Judge William Fitzsimmons noted Townsend had been though a series of traumas in his life including suffering a fractured skull and traumatic brain injury in 2015 Since then he had suffered poor health and developed the autoimmune disorder Hashimoto's disease Despite his troubled background Townsend had accepted full responsibility for his actions and was motivated to turn his life around shown by the various courses he had undertaken while in custody However Judge Fitzsimmons said possession of firearms by anyone subjected to a firearms prohibition order was "a clear and profound threat to the safety and security of society" He jailed Townsend for three years and 10 months with a non-parole period of two years and five months With time served he could be eligible for release in August 2026 All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueEmergency services were called to the scene and arrived to find a passer-by had already srated providing first aid care and assistance Emergency service personnel continued the care before the man was airlifted by St George Hospital where his condition was stabilised overnight The Toll Rescue Helicopter transferred the injured cyclist from Sanctuary Point to St George Hospital Picture supplied.However police investigating the incident are unsure how the 54-year-old man from the Bay and Basin area came to be on the road They are calling for witnesses or people with dashcam footage to come forward to help determine whether the man was hit by a vehicle suffered a medical episode causing him to fall or simply lost balance and fell from the bike Police have asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or submit a report to Crime Stoppers NSW online All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueShania Fraser said at the time she "wasn't going to school I didn't have a connection with friends or my community I was really anxious and things weren't going great." Jamie-Lee Nicholson and Shania Fraser at the BCR Youth Collective Pods Precinct launch on Tuesday Picture by Glenn Ellard.Speaking at the the official launch of the BCR Youth Collective Pods Precinct in Sanctuary Point on Tuesday Shania said that changed in 2022 when she became one first to take part in the Curious and Creative High School Re-engagement Program "Through the program I got my confidence back and got back to school," she said "During the time I was involved with other kids who helped to come up with the idea for the pods what they look like and what we need them for Ruth Evans and Marie-Anne Watson from the JB Lions club were serving up food at the youth service launch Picture by Glenn Ellard."BCR and the design team really listened to us and we think we've created something awesome." The pods are small areas that form part of a dynamic new space for young people in the Bay and Basin region Created by BCR Communities and funded through the NSW Government's Our Region Our Voice regional youth investment program the purpose-built precinct will serve as the home of the BCR Youth Collective - an initiative designed to support young people experiencing barriers to education BCR Communities CEO Heather Marciano said BCR Youth Collective was a dynamic and community-led initiative designed to empower young people Among the people at the new youth facility launch were disaster specialists workers Karen Richardson from Shoalhaven Council Jamie Rose from Nowra Community Mental Health Picture by Glenn Ellard.She said it offered a personalised approach that responded to the diverse needs of youth facing mental health challenges and the complexities of living with diagnosed or undiagnosed disabilities And the pods precinct "is more than just a youth space - it's a statement of belief in the potential of every young person across the Bay and Basin," Ms Marciano said "We listened to what the young people in our programs told us they needed - our new Youth Collective Pods Precinct is a demonstration of what is possible when you have young people as design partners This is their space to develop their futures - it belongs to them." Cita Daidone paints the face of seven-year-old Riley Walker during the launch Picture by Glenn Ellard.Shania said the precinct filled a vital need "Young people don't have anywhere that's just for us in the Bay and Basin especially if you're not at school," she said I'm excited to get involved in all the planning activities and training that will happen here "As a young person its good to know there is a place I can go to for help," she said Taking part in some of the activities offered during the BCR Youth Collective Pods Precinct launch were Nadia Elliott-Anderson and Claire Anderson Picture by Glenn Ellard.While the BCR Youth Collective Pods Precinct is officially open Ms Marciano said the work was just beginning "This space will continue to grow and evolve alongside the young people who use it We're just here to walk alongside them," she said The facility's launch featured involvement from a wide range of services including TAFE the Kiama and Shoalhaven Community College Disaster Recovery and more The Youth Collective is open to young people aged 12 to 25 who are seeking connection A Thrive Together Pop-up event will take place in Sanctuary Point on Wednesday 21 August providing health and wellbeing services to people doing it tough through winter The pop-up event will help the community connect with local support services such as The Salvation Army Aboriginal service providers and free legal advice.   information stalls, clothing and other giveaways.  “We want our community to have equitable access to the things they need to support their wellbeing and provide opportunities to improve their quality of life,” said Community Connections Manager “Based on the annual Thrive Together Fair the pop-up is a localised event which targets communities and will bring together community services and supports specific to the area,” Mr Paine said.  “We’re excited to support this pop-up in the Sanctuary Point community with plans to roll out more events across the Shoalhaven later this year and next,” he said.  Following feedback from the Thrive Together Fair held in Nowra in 2023 local pop-up events were piloted to focus on specific communities in the Shoalhaven the pop-ups will replace the one annual event Council thanks its partners and stall holders for their support including BCR Communities who are hosting the event.  When: Wednesday 21 August   Where: BCR Youth and Community Centre in Sanctuary Point   Picture by Marina NeilA 19-year-old P-plater caught doing a burnout at Morpeth and having a steak knife in his car to cut tread hanging from the tyres has been disqualified from driving for 18 months and given a 12-month community correction order All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueJacob Wester was told by magistrate Ian Rodgers the "community has had a gutful" of drivers performing burnouts on public streets Wester pleaded guilty to drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerous and custody of a knife in a public place in Maitland Local Court on Wednesday police located a red Holden Commodore which was surrounded by angry residents in the street A Morpeth police officer who came out after being disturbed by the noise of the burnout was also at the scene Police spoke with Wester who told them he was the owner of the vehicle that had been doing the burnout and was driving at the time and produced a P2 driver's licence (green Ps) Police saw one of the car's tyres was completely blown apart Wester told police he had a knife in the vehicle and the officers seized a silver steak knife He told police he had the steak knife for the purpose of cutting tread hanging from the tyres after he did a burnout which police told him was not a lawful reason to have a knife The documents said at the time of the burnout there was light rain and the road was wet Mr Rodgers said the community had a low tolerance for burnouts "To be frank we're seeing these in court now.. and the community has had a gutful," he said On the drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerous charge Mr Rodgers sentenced Wester to a 12-month community correction order and disqualified his driver's licence for 18 months from Wednesday On the custody of knife in public place charge Wester was convicted and ordered to pay an $800 fine Chloe Coleman is a journalist covering news in the Lower Hunter. was out on bail for alleged offences involving the same Sanctuary Point woman All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueEmergency services were called to reports of a domestic incident at a house on The Park Drive Police evidence to Nowra Local Court on Wednesday was involved in a scuffle with another man and a woman who tried to intervene suffered stab wounds Man was out on bail when Sanctuary Point woman allegedly stabbedShelley was arrested a short time in Nowra after 8pm on Tuesday after allegedly being involved in a police pursuit at Falls Creek He was charged with contravening an apprehended violence order aggravated break and enter while armed with a retractable knife and committing a serious indictable offence (reckless wounding) and being involved in a police pursuit Bail was not applied for and was formally refused The court was told Shelley was out on bail at the time of the incident after being charged with stalking and assaulting the alleged stabbing victim on October 24 He was given bail when he pleaded not guilty to those offences in Nowra Local Court on October 30 However that bail was revoked on November 26 and he will face the court again on those charges on March 7 A natural disaster has been declared for the Shoalhaven following the severe weather that significantly impacted parts of the region on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 June.  Areas worst affected by flooding include Greenwell Point Sanctuary Point and Old Erowal Bay where a culvert and road pavement failure has closed The Wool Road.  said that while the damages across the city were still being assessed the repair bill is expected to run into the millions.  “This is the Shoalhaven’s 15th natural disaster in the last four years and they continue to have a major impact on our communities through damage to properties infrastructure and the environment,” Mr McIntyre said.  “The flood damage will take us many months to clean up and repair while putting a strain on our finances at a time when we can least afford it,” he said.   Mr McIntyre said the residents of the Bay and Basin area were feeling the impact of the flooding after a road collapse on The Wool Road between Vincentia and Old Erowal Bay.   “This is a live situation that is evolving Our staff understand that this is a priority road and have been doing everything possible to start remediation as soon as possible,” Mr McIntyre said.  Detours are in place via Tomerong but adding 20 minutes to trips School buses and transport links are being maintained via alternative routes.   Other major road damage across the region include:  South - Matron Porter Road in Milton  Council is waiving its waste depot disposal fees for flood-damaged waste and green waste resulting from the storm event to help the community with the costs of cleaning up.  Residents can dispose of flood-damaged waste free-of-charge at any of Council’s recycling and waste depots during normal depot opening days and times until Tuesday 25 June 2024.   The waiver covers damaged building materials garden debris and any other flood-related products.   NSW Reconstruction Authority is hosting face-to-face flood recovery support and community BBQ in Sanctuary Point this Thursday between 11am and 6pm where the Red Cross and other services will be available.  All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueThe branch was closed Monday and Tuesday but managed to reopen on Wednesday However it is still expected to be a few weeks before the shopfront is replaced A car crashed into Sanctuary Point's Bendigo Bank about midday on Saturday Picture by Abi KirklandEmergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash on Kerry Street A police spokesperson confirmed the incident involved a 72-year-old man who crashed his car into the shopfront after hitting the accelerator instead of the brake when parking No one was injured during the crash, but access to the bank was significantly damaged A woman working at the Vinnies shop across the road at the time said she heard the car crash into the building "We just heard a huge bang and thought it was a car crash," she said "We were at the door talking to some customers who were leaving She added the entire vehicle entered the bank building A sign posted on the door advised 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We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home! then a new car and washing machine are on the agenda for the South Coast Lotto winner A Sanctuary Point woman became an instant millionaire over the weekend All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueAnd while she had plans to buy a house and a new car first on the agenda after learning of her good fortune on Saturday was having a beer to recover from the shock The woman held one of the five division one winning entries in Saturday Lotto draw 4485 on Saturday She said she was "in shock" speaking to an official from The Lott It's more of a shock than anything else," she said The disbelief had the woman double and triple-checking the numbers on her eight-game entry 'That's not right!' I checked the numbers several times and got others to check the ticket They're just random numbers I picked and kept playing them," she said Bay and Basin newsagency manager Rebecca Wallace and owner Warren Anderson are celebrating selling a ticket that turned a local women into an instant millionaire Picture supplied.The woman revealed she had never before won a large Lotto prize "The most I've ever won is $8.60," she said But she was quick to make plans for what she wanted to do with the winnings a new car and my washing machine's stuffed - I'll get a car first The winning entry was purchased at Bay and Basin Newsagency in Sanctuary Point where owner Warren Anderson and manager Rebecca Wallace said it was fantastic to see a big win land in their outlet after taking over the business just over a year ago We have hundreds of very loyal customers that we have come to know very well "I think everyone will be really happy and excited for the winner This will be a great result for our community," Warren said This will be life-changing for you and your family "Every time we see a NSW winner, we have been telling the customers 'It's getting closer!' and now we have our very own local winner." The winning numbers in Saturday Lotto draw 4485 were 21 while the supplementary numbers were 14 and 27 Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening Get the latest property and development news here Find out what's happening in local business Test your skills with interactive crosswords Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time light-filled building with a rooftop terrace and sweeping water views near Jervis Bay built on the back of a $7.5 million election promise and designed by the architects behind the North Sydney Olympic Pool upgrade But Shoalhaven City Council has had to abandon its grandiose vision for a new district library in Sanctuary Point a town of 8000 people in the most marginal electorate in the country after the project’s price tag doubled over three years to more than $30 million Brewster Hjorth’s concept plans for the Sanctuary Point district library Liberal councillor Paul Ell said his colleagues were “reeling” when council staff revealed late last year the likely bill for the project “I think people are shocked that a library could possibly cost anywhere near $30 million,” said Ell, who will miss out on running for Shoalhaven mayor on Saturday because of the Liberal Party’s bungled nomination process Federal Labor member Fiona Phillips promised $7.5 million for the library - half the anticipated cost - during the 2022 election campaign when she was locked in a tight battle with former state Liberal minister Andrew Constance for her seat of Gilmore She eventually won with a margin of 0.34 per cent But the council only secured the $7.5 million in January this year out of a $950 million fund set up to deliver Labor’s election promises the council was struggling financially and construction costs nationwide had jumped 17.4 per cent And the price of the project had hit $30 million The council ditched the approved plans in July and will now pursue a more modest design from architects Brewster Hjorth Councillors agreed to skip the tender process and reappoint the firm to save time and money Brewster Hjorth, which did not respond to a request for comment, is facing legal action over its work on the North Sydney Olympic Pool renovation which has been plagued by cost blowouts and delays Shoalhaven City Council said rising construction costs were to blame for the price of its new library rising from a budgeted $14 million in 2021 to $30 million-plus with Andrew Constance and Scott Morrison during the 2022 election campaign.Credit: James Brickwood Brewster Hjroth delivered the plans in early 2021 and the council appointed a project manager in 2022 who realised the designs would blow the budget “Staff looked at the plan and they said ‘mmm we’re not sure this is going to fit in the budget’ and they had it value-checked and it came in at $7 million above,” Findley said “I think [Brewster Hjorth] is a victim of poor circumstances really Part of that perhaps came around by the instructions given to them,” Findley said “They’ve done plenty of projects on budget and on time before.” Then opposition leader Anthony Albanese with local Labor MP Fiona Phillips at Bomaderry during the 2022 election campaign.Credit: Alex Ellinghausen The council decided to build the district library in 2018 to serve the growing population around Jervis Bay and St Georges Basin and to provide an economic boost to Sanctuary Point It had expected to start building in late 2022 and submitted a development application to the state Department of Planning in February that year but was told to rework the designs to avoid tree removal It resubmitted the plans 15 months later and they were approved within the month Findley said given the size of the project it wasn’t taking an unusually long time to deliver The council hopes it will be able to retain the federal grant to build a smaller library The project must be finished by December 2026 under the grant conditions but Phillips moved to allay concerns the council would have to hand the money back “[I] can assure the community that the $7.5 million in federal funding remains available for when the project is ready to go adding Sanctuary Point needed a bigger and better library than the one it had The funding comes from the invitation-only Priority Community Infrastructure Program which the government set up in February 2023 to deliver its bigger community-focused election commitments Other grants under the program include almost $30 million for parks in Sydney electorates and more than $141 million for projects across Tasmania’s five electorates Transport and Regional Development took 10 months to approve the council’s grant application The department also extended the deadline for all applications last year “to ensure applicants are not unfairly disadvantaged by delays in issuing or receiving invitations to apply” It said the grants program had “robust guidelines and assessment criteria” and nearly all projects were in various stages of development and delivery after the project\\u2019s price tag doubled over three years to more than $30 million Liberal councillor Paul Ell said his colleagues were \\u201Creeling\\u201D when council staff revealed late last year the likely bill for the project \\u201CI think people are shocked that a library could possibly cost anywhere near $30 million,\\u201D said Ell who will miss out on running for Shoalhaven mayor on Saturday \\u201C[But] we can\\u2019t allow that money out of a $950 million fund set up to deliver Labor\\u2019s election promises which did not respond to a request for comment \\u201CStaff looked at the plan and they said \\u2018mmm we\\u2019re not sure this is going to fit in the budget\\u2019 and they had it value-checked and it came in at $7 million above,\\u201D Findley said \\u201CI think [Brewster Hjorth] is a victim of poor circumstances really Part of that perhaps came around by the instructions given to them,\\u201D Findley said \\u201CThey\\u2019ve done plenty of projects on budget and on time before.\\u201D it wasn\\u2019t taking an unusually long time to deliver \\u201C[I] can assure the community that the $7.5 million in federal funding remains available for when the project is ready to go in whatever form that may be,\\u201D she said and more than $141 million for projects across Tasmania\\u2019s five electorates Transport and Regional Development took 10 months to approve the council\\u2019s grant application \\u201Cto ensure applicants are not unfairly disadvantaged by delays in issuing or receiving invitations to apply\\u201D It said the grants program had \\u201Crobust guidelines and assessment criteria\\u201D and nearly all projects were in various stages of development and delivery Billionaire chicken heiress Sue Ingham has sold her “private sanctuary” in Darling Point after dropping the price guide by $4m The sold sticker went up on the five-bedroom home at 2 Etham Ave this morning — it had most recently been listed with a $14m-$14.8m guide via Highland Double Bay Malouf director David Malouf and colleague Harry Schier There’d been $18m hopes with other agents when first listed in May Malouf wouldn’t be drawn on the sale price this morning But other sources speculated it must have been close to the most recent guide Heritage-listed gem from 1907 sold for $17m It was “love at first” when Ingham saw it 15 years ago with daughter Jess The realestate.com.au listing said of the glamorous residence: “Positioned at the very tip of the Darling Point peninsular this awe-inspiring manor has been conceived as a private sanctuary in one of Sydney’s most tightly held pockets of real estate.” It faces north and has views over the harbour to Manly and The Heads from the upper level daughter of the late chicken farming magnate Jack Ingham told Kirsten Craze it had been love at first sight when house hunting with her daughter “We pulled up out the front and saw the lovely gate house,” Ingham said Chicken billionaires Bob and Jack Ingham with former PM Bob Hawke in 1989 and I looked at her and I said ‘This is my house’ “It was love at first sight — there was such a good feeling and we hadn’t even walked inside.” Records show she bought the property for $7.8m in 2009 Ingham collaborated with Bourkeshire Interiors to put her personal touches on the five-bedroom three-level period home in one of the Darling Point’s most coveted streets “I didn’t feel anything on the outside needed changing but I’ve done some cosmetic changes inside,” she said “I just love colour and I really love my house “The only reason I’m selling is because I’m downsizing.” 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 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Council is extending the time period for community feedback on its land being investigated for sale Council endorsed a Land Sales Strategy as part of its financial sustainability activities to repay loans and build unrestricted cash reserves more than 330 surveys have been submitted about properties listed in the Land Sales Program which includes 23 sites that are under review for possible sale pending further investigation and potential rezoning or reclassification to enable sale “Feedback received from the community will form part of the preliminary analysis report presented to the Council to determine whether to initiate the reclassification process,” said Director City Futures “There is a procedure prescribed by the NSW Government that we would need to step through to alter any classification of land which can take a number of years,” Ms McCarthy said “These early evaluations are a way for us to determine if we should consider the process of potential reclassification that would also include several points of community consultation along the way.” Properties under investigation for potential sale include: Information is available on the Get Involved Shoalhaven website and this phase of consultation closes at 5pm Sekisui House Australia has commenced construction on the latest stage of Sanctuary, its new $2 billion waterfront community in Wentworth Point The mixed-use development will add 2,100 homes to a former industrial area as well as create a new dynamic waterside precinct will be one of seven buildings in the burgeoning development Sanctuary’s masterplan, designed by architecture and design studio Turner The masterplan design also allows for future public transport links within its streetscape, including the $602.4 million megaproject - Parramatta Light Rail the delivery of which will transform the suburb Situated along the waterfront of Wentworth Point, the latest stage of Sanctuary Willow’s architectural design elevates the natural surroundings, offering most apartments with dual aspects that provide expansive views spanning Newington Nature Reserve to the Parramatta River The design of the new stage is influenced by the curves of the Parramatta River the vibrant colours of the nearby parklands The design philosophy blends nature into the core of the development fostering a harmonious connection between residents and their surroundings Sanctuary will feature an organic-shaped lagoon pool at the centre of the development forming a 'green heart' with extensive landscaping and gardens Sekisui House Australia's Paul Wainwright said people see the appeal of living at one of Sydney’s last and largest absolute north-facing riverfront apartment addresses "It’s the final piece of the jigsaw in the reimagining of the Parramatta River at Sydney’s heart," Wainwright says "Sanctuary also provides extensive public open space and a range of facilities 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 If stunning water views and premium luxury living are what you dream about for your family, then Sanctuary development underway in Wentworth Point is not to be missed. Nestled on the water's edge of Wentworth Point, just 16km from Sydney's CBD, Sanctuary presents a unique opportunity to experience elevated waterfront living at the geographical heart of Australia's most vibrant city.  Created by renowned developer Sekisui House Australia, this stunning community combines modern luxury with Japanese design principles to offer a beautiful, liveable oasis. "We're unique in that we're surrounded by nature on three sides of the development," explains Project Director Edward Natour. "So, although we are on the waterfront, we still have stunning natural landscape." He says this has been incorporated into the design, with many of the homes north facing with views to the water. Laguna and Glade is the second stage of Sanctuary, showcasing stunning architectural beauty and luxurious design.  16km from Sydney's CBD, Sanctuary presents a unique opportunity to experience waterfront living. While most residences have already been claimed, a few boutique apartments remain available for those seeking a luxury abode. This includes some premium 4-bedroom residences that exemplify Sanctuary's commitment to superior design and finishes.  "We’ve got eight premium 4-bedroom luxury residences available across eight floors, and these are quite large, especially for apartments," shares Natour. "They offer a unique outlook to our neighbourhood green, which is beautiful, and they've been designed to the highest specifications." The apartments feature premium natural stone on the benchtops and joinery, an in-built coffee-machine, Fisher & Paykel steam oven and multiple balconies. There are also additional ‘flexi’ spaces that can be used as studies, media rooms, or extra bedrooms - these homes really do present a canvas on which the family can adapt to their needs and thrive. "That extra space means you can make a room for the kids to play or incorporate a home office. We've purposely kept it flexible to suit the individual buyer’s needs," Natour adds. Another huge drawcard for buyers in this release is the extensive amenities. There’s the Revive Health Club, Sanctuary’s amenity facility that includes a double-level gym overlooking the foreshore. With state-of-the-art equipment and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water’s edge. Alternatively, residents can wake up with a rejuvenating swim in the heated indoor pool before embarking on their day. There is also more than 47 hectares of nature reserves nearby to explore and access to 45 kilometres of bike paths around Sydney Olympic Park. Natour says it's no secret that Wentworth Point is emerging as an ideal Sydney residential hub, offering families an unparalleled blend of urban amenities and natural beauty.  "It's been a residential hub for some time, and we're seeing more and more owner occupiers and families moving in," Natour explains. This demand has seen prices rise strongly in the area. Wentworth Point is emerging as an ideal Sydney residential hub by offering an array of amenities. Proptrack data shows the median unit price in Wentworth Point is up a whopping 10% in the past 5 years. The postcode also has strong rental yields of 5.5% on average. It's easy to see why buyers are drawn to this area, given the lifestyle opportunities.  Perfectly situated, Sanctuary is just a short stroll from several nearby restaurants.  Residents can also hit up the shopping centres, golf courses, cinemas, and supermarkets in the surrounding suburbs.  Additionally, the Sydney Olympic Park ferry wharf is just a 2-minute walk away, providing a quick 30-minute ride to Circular Quay.  It's also conveniently close to Wentworth Point Public School, and Wentworth Point High School (opening in 2025) a short stroll from your doorstep. Natour adds that connectivity is also only going to get better with future developments, such as the proposed Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2, which will link Greater Parramatta and the Olympic Peninsula. Additionally, Sanctuary’s masterplan includes a proposed local childcare facility designed to support new families in the community. Sekisui House's dedication to environmental sustainability shines through at Sanctuary, which features thoughtful touches like bio-swales, rooftop solar panels, and water-efficient appliances. "We're in a unique estate where we've got the Sydney Olympic Park recycled water connection, so all of our laundry toilets are run off recycled water," Natour shares. "This means we also have our own water collection that we use for mass watering of gardens to keep them lush." Gallery (9 images)Additionally, every apartment is designed with thermal efficiency in mind, incorporating double glazing to ensure consistent temperatures in living spaces. The development has received a prestigious 4-Gold Star iCIRT rating, reflecting its superior quality and commitment to a lasting legacy. According to Natour, 90% of the Laguna and Glade releases at Sanctuary have already been sold, with completion expected in 2025. To experience this exceptional waterfront lifestyle and avoid missing out, visit the display suite at Shop 9/1 Burroway Road, Wentworth Point NSW 2127. Located in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant Wentworth Point Willow offers an unparalleled living experience where urban convenience seamlessly blends with nature's tranquility This meticulously designed residential community epitomises modern luxury featuring contemporary apartments that boast sophisticated finishes and innovative layouts Residents of Willow enjoy exclusive access to a range of state-of-the-art amenities and stylish communal spaces perfect for socialising and relaxation We would like to know your thoughts on the final stages of the Sanctuary Point shared user path As part of Council’s Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan the proposed shared user path connects the communities of St Georges Basin Mayor Amanda Findley said the path would close the loop and provide one continuous pathway for the whole community to enjoy “The proposed path will provide a continuous link from the Bay path (Jervis Bay) to Sanctuary Point and St Georges Basin,” Cr Findley said “Council undertook previous works on the path with the final stages closing the shared user path loop for everyone to be able to walk run and ride along with ease,” she said The final stages (5 and 6) of the proposed 2-metre-wide pathway to connect the community involves: Mayor Findley said Council aimed to identify priorities for pedestrians and cyclist while continuously improving the network of footpaths and shared user paths in the Shoalhaven Please provide your input by completing the online survey by Sunday To view the proposed final stages and to find out more, visit the Shared User Path – Sanctuary Point Get Involved web page Three local Aboriginal artists have been selected to create unique inspirational artworks to be incorporated into the design of the new Sanctuary Point Library the community asked for local indigenous art to be included in the project with construction to begin later this year and complete mid-2025.   The library will inject new life into the Sanctuary Point village by providing access to technology and information reader services and collections.   Mayor Amanda Findley was excited to announce the artists who have designed different mediums of artwork that reflect Indigenous cultural heritage Jaz Corr and Wandi Wandian / Murramamarang artist “I’m proud to see local artists producing such awe-inspiring artwork that will weave Indigenous culture into the fabric of the library and represent a connection to Country in innovative ways,” said Cr Findley.   “This project provides an opportunity for local artists to build their careers and tell their story as First Nations people that reads as an interconnected narrative for everyone to engage with,” she said.   The stories and knowledge of First Nations people have informed the cultural narrative and created a thematic journey as the public move through the site land and sky and the commissioned works will be visible to pedestrians at ground and rooftop levels:   SEA | Freestanding sculpture and water feature   Michael Robinson’s freestanding sculpture represents the sea and will stand outside the library as an identifiable landmark for the site It will be integrated with landscape design and include a water feature Michael’s proposed carvings have an emphasis on traditional utilitarian purpose as well as aesthetic value in each piece of artwork.   The work of Tracey Van Oploo represents the inlet that runs from St Georges Basin to the ocean This element of land will be integrated onto the sunshades of the building.   SKY | Embedded lighting artwork   Jaz Corr will be producing LED lighting artwork on the ceiling representing the sky which celebrates First Nations science and astronomy that creates a visual interest day and night.   For more information about the project, and these artworks, please visit the Sanctuary Point Library Get Involved web page.   11 Oct 2024 • 3m read • View Author Glade_Sanctuary-2.jpgGlade_Sanctuary-2 In response to the growing demand for larger family-friendly apartments in Greater Sydney Sekisui House has worked with Sydney architecture and design studio Turner to integrate expansive four-bedroom-plus-study apartments within the second stage of its 9.4ha masterplan Traditionally preferred by downsizers and young professionals the large luxury apartments target families with children who are seeking the convenience of apartment living for the long term The decision also speaks to the changing demographics of Wentworth Point a prime location for Sydney-siders seeking a vibrant well-connected and picturesque suburb to call home the area has become more attractive to families seeking high levels of amenity and larger apartment types,” says Turner director James McCarthy With the property surrounded by water and parklands, and just a short stroll to the ferry and local shops, Sekisui House and Turner saw the unique opportunity to transform its Stage 2, north-facing riverfront apartments to accommodate families. “The parkside location, outlook and amenity deserved a special residential offering,” says McCarthy. “With home-like proportions, the four-bedroom apartments enjoy a thoughtful zoning of space, making them ideal for families and multi-generation living.” To maximise liveability and interior comfort, Turner collaborated with Henderson & Co to deliver the luxury residences. “These large four-bedroom apartments are dual-aspect, and enjoy the Parramatta River breezes and quality light throughout the day. The cohesive colour palette to the interiors brings a sense of calm to the spaces,” says McCarthy. “On entry, the apartment has an arrival hallway with bespoke joinery and an adjacent guest powder room; the entry then leads into the large main living area that is the full width of the apartment. Designed around family living, the layout offers plenty of moments for reprise and privacy, while the expansive open plan living area encourages family connection. An abundance of storage enhances the seamless flow of the space, ensuring clutter is diminished and adding to the calm environment, while custom designed joinery, marble countertops and integrated Fisher & Paykel kitchen appliances provide a luxurious level of finish. The construction of Stage 2, Willow and Glade is now well advanced on site as the project is moving quickly towards completion. Located in the centre of the masterplan, Turner has ensured that the phase is aligned with the overall ethos of parkside living, where all residents are linked to nature. Rooted, resilient, resonant: Off-grid family living amongst the rugged Australian landscape Using DecoBatten®’s latest profile on The Seaside Sanctuary Solid Nordic softwood in interior design: Sustainable solutions for joinery, flooring and wall panelling Construction of resort-style clubhouse begins at AVID’s over 50s lifestyle precinct in Fraser Coast Sign up to our newsletter for the latest industry news, products and inspiration. AUSTRALIA — Construction has officially begun on the latest phase of Sekisui House Australia’s ambitious $2 billion waterfront community project This development is part of a larger initiative to transform the area from its industrial past into a vibrant waterside precinct renowned for its innovative and sustainable housing solutions has already delivered approximately 2,100 homes and constructed seven award-winning buildings in Wentworth Point The company has nearly reached 100 sales for Willow the latest addition to the Sanctuary development highlighting the strong market interest in this prime north-facing riverfront location in Sydney designed by TURNER Architecture and Design Studio spans 9.4 hectares and is divided into six stages A key feature of the plan is its integration with future public transport links including the $602.4 million Parramatta Light Rail project which will enhance connectivity and contribute to the area’s transformation consists of 309 apartments that offer stunning views of the Newington Nature Reserve and the Parramatta River The design draws inspiration from the natural surroundings incorporating elements like the curves of the Parramatta River and native flora patterns to create a harmonious living environment Senior Sales and Operations Manager at Sekisui House Australia emphasised the unique appeal of Willow’s location people see the appeal of living at one of Sydney’s last and largest absolute north-facing riverfront apartment addresses It’s the final piece of the jigsaw in the reimagining of the Parramatta River at Sydney’s heart.” The development also includes an organic-shaped lagoon pool and extensive green spaces that reflect Sanctuary’s commitment to integrating nature into urban living Sekisui House Australia ensures that each home meets high standards of quality and sustainability supported by a 4 Gold Star iCIRT rating for integrity and financial stability You must be logged in to post a comment Construction industry ready 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efficiency standards Concrete surface treatments still improving after decades of innovation Shoalhaven City Council is delivering on its commitment to provide improvements to Sanctuary Point Oval for the upcoming athletics season The oval’s $326,000 irrigation and drainage project is nearly complete with irrigation work finished and drainage works set to be completed by next week.   and Joanna Gash met with the St Georges Basin Little Athletics Centre President Tracy Mandavy recently to discuss ongoing support of the oval.  Shoalhaven City Council Mayor Amanda Findley is excited about how the oval is shaping up: “We’re really looking forward to working closely with St Georges Basin Little Athletics Centre to have the oval ready for next season.”  “Beyond the irrigation and drainage works, we plan to assist with new line markings, and over the next year we’ll be working to improve the soil and address weed issues so that Sanctuary Point Oval is a great resource for our little champions-to-be and the whole community,” Clr Findley said.  The irrigation and drainage works were funded by a grant from the NSW Government.  For more information on Little Athletics visit the St Georges Basin Little Athletics website.   L-R: Clr Bob Proudfoot, Clr Mark Kitchener, Clr Patricia White, Clr John Wells, Clr Joanna Gash with Tsar Mandavy and President of St Georges Basin Little Athletics Centre Tracy Mandavy at Sanctuary Point Oval   Sekisui House Australia has released an exclusive collection for the second stage of Glade Apartments in their Wentworth Point masterplan community The exclusive release comprises just eight four-bedroom waterside apartments boasting generous floor plans ranging from 198 sqm to 204 sqm Each residence features meticulously designed interiors with open-plan living areas and multiple balconies that offer north-west and east-south views of the river and parklands Central to these residences is the expansive kitchen equipped with a full-height pantry cupboard and upgraded Fisher & Paykel appliances The balcony is an extension of the living space featuring a BBQ unit and a stone bench for convenient alfresco hosting With a focus on the health and wellbeing of residents this stage will feature a central 3,150 sqm Neighbourhood Green providing an elevated flexible open space and water play along with an exclusive multi-level facilities building—Revive Upon completion, the six-stage Sanctuary masterplan by Sekisui will be home to around 2000 waterfront apartments specialty retail and dining surrounded by generous public open spaces and outdoor activations such as foreshore park Released after the sold-out Landing stage, Laguna & Glade is located at the heart of Sanctuary’s master plan and consists of a total of 163 premium waterside apartments PBD Architects designed the 13-level Laguna building and the eight-level, 70-apartment Glade. The starting price for Glade's exclusive release is set at $3 million, with move-ins expected by the end of 2024. is facing a single count of murder.A NOWRA man accused of murdering an army veteran at Sanctuary Point sobbed through his entire court appearance as his solicitor desperately tried to get him released on bail All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueDean Vimpani with police alleging he was responsible for the death of David McArthur at Sanctuary Point on July 25 Mr McArthur was found by police in a cabin at the Palm Beach Caravan Park on Ethel Street around 8pm on July 25 the 49-year-old could not be revived and died at the scene Vimpani was arrested by Homicide Squad and South Coast Police detectives at a Nowra home early Friday morning detectives seized a vehicle and clothing which will undergo further forensic examination Vimpani was visibly upset during the proceedings sobbing continuously as he sat wrapped in a grey blanket He repeatedly shook his head and held his face in his hands as his solicitor Brett Ford appealed for bail Mr Ford described the case against his client as "circumstantial" ARREST: Officers from Strike Force Frawley arrested Dean Vimpani at a Nowra home on Friday morning Image: NSW Police He said Vimpani was the carer for his ill mother who suffered from emphysema and was due to be released from hospital after contracting COVID He had also cared for an eight-year-old child for the last four years Mr Vimpari could remain in custody for an extended period of time," he said Mr Ford also told the court Vimpani had broken his back two years ago having to undergo pain relieving injections on a monthly basis and suffered post-traumatic stress from "childhood issues" for which he took medication and saw a psychologist The court heard Vimpani could reside close to Nowra Police Station and was willing to forfeit a significant amount of money as surety "He would virtually accept house arrest," Mr Ford said police prosecutor Sergeant Anna Comer rejected those submissions saying the case against Vimpani was "strong" details of what police allege happened on that evening were not revealed in open court Magistrate Lisa Viney said the charge of murder was the "most serious offnce in the crime calendar Vimpani was remanded in custody to reappear in court on December 21 Vimpani is the second person arrested over Mr McArthur's death was arrested at Silverwater jail early Wednesday morning and made a brief appearance via video link in Nowra court that afternoon He did not apply for bail which was formally refused and will reappear in court on December 15 Email robert.crawford@austcommunitymedia.com.au Robert Crawford is a senior journalist at the South Coast Register Shoalhaven residents are being asked to comment on the proposed location of a boxing club at Clifton Park in Sanctuary Point While Council has previously sought feedback on the Bay and Basin Boxing Club proposal from key stakeholders it would now like to hear from residents within a 400-metre radius of the proposed facility Council resolved in October last year (2023) to provide in-principle support for Clifton Park as the preferred location for the new Bay and Basin Boxing Club facility based on investigations undertaken to date and subject to further consultation it asked staff to engage with the community on the proposal and to prepare a further report “outlining the results of engagement activities and further recommendations in relation to the establishment of facilities at Clifton Park to house the Bay and Basin Boxing Club” Council’s Director – City Lifestyles is encouraging local residents to comment on the proposal “Council’s decision-making will be guided very much by the feedback residents provide us as part of the engagement process “As a Council we are committed to genuine engagement and I would encourage all those with an interest in the proposal to make the most of this opportunity,” Ms Lewis said “It is important to note that Council has not committed any funding towards this project and we are simply seeking feedback on the proposed location “If there is to be a financial impact it will need to go back to Council for further consideration,” she said The Bay and Basin Boxing Club approached Council in 2022 seeking land in Sanctuary Point on which it could build a 20x20 metre shed and associated infrastructure including parking Two potential locations were identified at the time – Clifton Park and Sanctuary Point Oval – with Clifton Park identified as the preferred location in preference to Sanctuary Point Oval There is sufficient space for a 20x20 shed at Clifton Park alongside the existing Men’s Shed Council has no money allocated towards the project The proponent intends to build and fit-out the structure using grand funds and will meet any ongoing costs A community survey on the proposal is available online until 5pm on Tuesday 5 April For more information and to complete the online survey, visit the Bay and Basin Boxing Club Get Involved web page All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueTo help spread positivity around the school and in the community the students have been working on a number of projects One of those has been for students to write a book called Little Lights Shining Bright in Our Community which will be delivered to a local nursing home The book was created by students from kindergarten to year six with both mainstream and support students contributing to it It is filled with letters of hope and kindness to those in nursing homes - those who have particularity felt the impact of COVID-19 Sanctuary Point teachers Miss Erin Hall and Mrs Erin Grace said the book had been a really positive experience for students "We put an expression of interest for teachers to nominate students and said they didn't have to be high achievers - we wanted everyone and anyone," they said "Particularity students who could benefit from having those positive conversations and talking about hope and resilience." Sanctuary Point Public School students from stage three (years 5 and 6) under the Kindness Tree Students from across the school contributed decorations to the tree Another project students have been working on is the Kindness Tree Every student made decorations in class on Thursday Septemer 10 to hang on the Kindness Tree to highlight the messages of hope and kindness Deputy Principal of Sanctuary Point Public School Kalle DH Egan said the tree was an opportunity to start conversations with students "For us it's also about starting the conversation into the future - not just R U OK today but R U OK everyday," she said "Teachers were in class doing lessons and creating decorations for the Kindness Tree and through that starting to have conversations about hope and kindness "The Kindness Tree will now give us an anchor point in the school that we can keep going back to and be a visual prompt for students." said mental heath was a complex topic to tackle - for all ages but the themes of hope and kindness were a strong foundation "Hope and kindness just lay such a strong foundation for your own wellbeing but also the impact you can have on other people," she said you want to solve so many problems but if you just bring it back to hope and kindness the impact that can have is such a positive one." READ MORE Many students and staff have been asking each other R U OK throughout the day and this year it felt particularly relevant "It has been quite an authentic R U OK because with 2020 it is more important than ever to check in with people "Obviously down here we've been impacted by bushfires and COVID It has been a year where students have been thrown in the deep end and having to grow up a little bit growing up a little bit too fast in having to deal with that trauma "We don't have a whole lot of control over things but you do have control over being kind." Deputy Principal Michael Chapple said there were pressures that schools can't always see and having conversations with students was vital "We often don't see the financial pressures that happen at home - like the loss of jobs through COVID and bushfires," Mr Chapple said "Those pressures aren't always seen but have a direct impact on kids mental health and learning "We've just got to do everything we can do to support those kids and their families." All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueSanctuary Point resident Melanie Perry said she "didn't sleep a wink" after worrying about her beloved border collies Read more: Residents and businesses within parts of St Georges Basin, Sussex Inlet ordered to evacuate Melanie and her husband Mick left to do errands and prepare for floods on Monday morning and by 5pm water had gone over The Park Drive and they weren't able to get home safe on the back deck which is built high off the ground Left: Sanctuary Point Paradise Beach and boat ramp Photo: Dannie & Matt Connolly Photography Right: Mick Perry saved his border collies Prim and Katniss on a surfboard on Tuesday morning When the rain eased momentarily on Tuesday morning "This morning the rain held off for a little bit so we took the window of opportunity to go get them," said Melanie which was about knee deep in the middle of the road." Prim and Katniss are reportedly in "good spirits" and happy to be reunited with the family especially because of the storm with lightning and thunderstorms last night," said Melanie "There wasn't a great deal we could have done until daylight Melanie and Mick are safe and staying with family but the water is a metre deep around their home on The Park Drive View +4 PhotosSanctuary Point was battered with 88mm of rainfall on Monday and severe weather warnings for heavy rainfall and damaging winds are still active local NSW State Emergency Service crews are knocking on doors at St Georges Basin and Sussex Inlet advising residents to evacuate SES St Georges Basin unit commander Chris Wheeler said crews have responded to around 60 calls in the last 24 hours and have distributed more than 5000 sandbags to the community in the past week "We've gone through just over 100 tonnes of sand," he said "As well as door knocking for evacuation orders we're still doing as best as we can to be involved in property protection SES St Georges Basin unit commander Chris Wheeler File image.With peak gusts of 90km/hr possible over the South Coast Mr Wheeler urged residents to also prepare their homes for damaging winds "Winds are strong at the moment so make sure things like trampolines and garden furniture are tied down so that it won't blow away from the house," he said "Make sure you know where your pets are because you may have to grab them and go quickly." An evacuation centre has been established at Sussex Inlet Bowling Club We depend on subscription revenue to support our journalism. 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All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueAbout 8pm (Sunday emergency services were called to a caravan park on Ethel Street officers attached to South Coast Police District entered a cabin and found a man however he could not be revived and died at the scene Police were told a man was seen running from the caravan park A crime scene was established and an investigation began into the circumstances surrounding the man's death Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Bay and Basin Police Station or Nowra Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000