Construction is ready to begin on a new telecommunications tower in St Leonards an election commitment made by the Albanese government ahead of the 2022 state poll IMPROVED mobile coverage is finally on the horizon for the St Leonards community with construction on a new telecommunications tower ready to begin will be built by digital infrastructure company Indara and both Telstra and Optus have committed to installing their equipment on the new structure The St Leonards community has long endured unreliable and with many highlighting the risks associated with an ongoing inability to contact family doctors and emergency services in times of need Corangamite Labor federal member Libby Coker who pledged $600,000 ahead of the 2022 federal election to help bolster connectivity in St Leonards and the City of Greater Geelong has provided approval for the development,”she said This approval was granted by the city late last year after a community consultation process that saw almost 400 locals submit letters of support for the installation of the mobile tower “I understand how important this issue is for people in St Leonards – it’s been a hard-fought journey but I’m so pleased that construction is now ready to commence,” Ms Coker said “This is a great outcome for the small seaside community – it will mean better connectivity to friends Construction is expected to take about two months after which Telstra and Optus will install their gear on the tower mobile connectivity on the Bellarine has again found itself in the spotlight with Liberal candidate for Corangamite Darcy Dunstan committing $1.3 million to mobile tower upgrades across the region 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 areaContinueTasmania Police confirmed that a 32-year-old man died in Southern Tasmania on April 29 St Leonards where a crash which claimed two lives occurred on April 17 2025 Picture Google Maps"The man was the passenger in a vehicle involved in a crash on Johnston Road at St Leonards," a Tasmania Police statement said "Following the crash the man was flown to [Royal Hobart Hospital] hospital in a serious condition and has since passed away A 27-year-old woman who was the driver of a Mazda sedan died at the scene of the crash The Mazda sedan collided with a Subaru wagon about 5.20pm The female driver of the Subaru was not physically injured in the crash "Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the crash," the statement said Crash scene investigations occurred for several hours after the crash After the crash police called for any witnesses to come forward or for anybody with dash cam footage to contact police on 131444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au I am the Supreme and Magistrates Court reporter for The Examiner. 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Today's top stories curated by our news team 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 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 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 reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert Your digital replica of Today's Paper Test your skills with interactive crosswords becoming the second victim of a serious two-vehicle collision in Launceston’s east earlier this month The man was a passenger in a Mazda sedan involved in a crash on Johnston Road at St Leonards on 17 April he was airlifted to the Royal Hobart Hospital in a serious condition Police have today confirmed the man has passed away from his injuries A 27-year-old woman who was driving the Mazda died at the scene despite emergency services performing CPR Tasmania Police confirmed the female driver of the Subaru involved escaped the collision without physical injury The cause of the collision has not yet been released with police preparing a report for the Coroner regarding both deaths Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526 Pulse Tasmania is published by Pulse Media Group Pty Ltd St Leonards has welcomed a new culinary addition with two Italian expats bringing authentic flavours from their homeland to the North Shore originally from Rome and Torino respectively offering a diverse menu inspired by regional Italian traditions “I love every single Italian traditional cuisine from north to south That’s why we’re trying to mix products from all around Italy.” Emiliano’s journey to Australia began in 2002 after meeting his Australian wife in London He opened his first restaurant in Gladesville in 2005 later spending a decade running coffee bars on the Northern Beaches he and Marco set out to bring something different to the St Leonards crowd “We decided to have a bit of a challenge and come here to offer different food to our new customers,” he explained Marco joined Emiliano after moving to Australia in 2012 on a student working holiday visa “I was working at his first coffee shop for four years and then we opened the kiosk he was talking about before,” Marco recalled the focus is on authentic focaccia sandwiches and paninis quickly becoming favourites among the local lunch crowd The standout so far has been the Prosciutto Focaccia basil leaves and pesto – simple yet sensational Other options include focaccias filled with salame while the homemade meatball panini is a crowd-pleaser with a tempting cheesecake and a classic tiramisu on offer Red Lenny also stocks a range of Mediterranean goods pastas and canned products for customers to take home Pasta dishes are served on Fridays and Saturdays “We offer three or four kinds of pasta and try to change the menu every few weeks,” Marco said Emiliano emphasised the beauty of traditional Italian cuisine “Using Italian food is simple and delicious You don’t have to mix so many ingredients With a slice of garlic and a tomato you can make a beautiful pasta,” he said Red Lenny captures the essence of Italian cooking: simple recipes quality ingredients and generations of culinary knowledge all coming together to create outstanding food Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" U704 6A Glen St Milsons PointNSW 2061 Australia 02 8208 6077 Copyright © 2023 Decisive Publishing Pty Ltd There are just five days left to dine at Petermen Josh and Julie Niland’s St Leonards dining room that opened in early 2023 “The past 12 months have been extremely challenging for independent businesses within the hospitality industry,” Josh said in a statement Julie and I have had to make the decision to close Petermen.” travel spots and more – curated by those who know and everyone who has assisted in making Petermen a special restaurant to dine in.” Petermen’s final service will be Sunday December 15 Josh Niland Is Widening His Net With the Flashiest Surf’n’Turf in Sydney Where Chefs Eat: Josh Niland Thinks One Sydney Bread Roll Is a “Timeless Masterpiece” First Service: Josh and Julie Niland Scale Up With Saint Peter at the Grand National The Original Saint Peter Hooked the World – Can the Sequel Reel It In CFA were called to a church on fire at St Leonards at 2.30am on Thursday (28/11/24) Firefighters found half of the weatherboard building alight The fire was brought under control at 3.05am and declared safe at 4.56am Victoria Police were called to the scene due to suspicious circumstances CFA had five vehicles on scene supported by FRV View all stories View more contacts Tweets by CFA_Updates We are currently experiencing issues with our embedded Twitter feed We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land Copyright 2025 CFA (Country Fire Authority) IT SEEMS THE PAGE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR HAS GONE ASTRAY GO BACK TO THE HOME PAGE The leader of a Bellarine area church that was recently gutted by fire says the incident is an opportunity from God to show love and grace to those allegedly responsible for the blaze Police charged four people with arson and burglary after flames swept through St Paul’s Anglican church in St Leonards in late November The church building and its adjoining hall were significantly damaged and will be demolished Vicar the Reverend David Willsher said members were trying to come to terms with the loss and a few were deeply angry with those allegedly responsible for the fire He encouraged anyone who was angry about the incident to view it as an opportunity to show grace and concern rather than judgement to other people “There are people that have been charged over this but we’re the ones with the solutions to the problems [they might be facing],” Mr Willsher said “We’re actually the only people who have got the good news that they need it’s a message of hope that we can share with other people.” were quick to provide help and hospitality to St Paul’s congregation People from the broader community were also advocating for them to be able to use a local hall Mr Willsher said this support was proof of God’s faithfulness to St Paul’s and a reminder that despite the loss Jesus was still walking with them it was the congregation’s great commission now to step up and show that to others Read more: Regional churches turn focus to aid, recovery for fire-affected towns He said St Paul’s was due to turn 110 years old early next year and was the smallest of the three churches in the Bellarine Anglican Parish It had been through some struggles with attendance having moved it services from fortnightly to weekly recently St Paul’s monthly Hymns of Faith program attracted people from the wider community as well as its own congregation He said ministry programs including the Bible study group were now being held at various members homes for the time being Mr Willsher said St Paul’s still planned to do a Nine Lessons and Carols service something that would be new for the small coastal community “We are still trying to decide how we’re going to do that and where we’re going to do that,” he said that we may well have ‘Carols in the Ashes’ For more faith news, follow The Melbourne Anglican on Facebook, Twitter, or subscribe to our weekly emails More than 40 people attended the kintsugi workshop where they repaired cracked plates while reflecting on how Christ’s sacrifice mends human brokenness Refugee advocates renew calls for a Royal Commission and an end to offshore detention amid ongoing health concerns Anglicans will take a stand against domestic violence in homes Iranian refugees Hass and Mahi were granted permanent residency after over a decade of visa uncertainty You must be logged in to post a comment North Sydney’s popular Sunset Series is back this April bringing an afternoon of indie-inspired live music and community vibes to the beautiful surrounds of St Leonards Park. locals and visitors are invited to bring a picnic rug and enjoy an eclectic mix of performances and entertainment from 2pm to 6pm - all completely free. a renowned instrumental group known for their seamless blend of jazz whose electrifying solo performance combines acid jazz and funk with live looping to create a truly immersive experience. families can enjoy a range of interactive experiences An enchanting bubble artist will roam the park throughout the afternoon while the North Sydney District Juniors Cricket Club hosts a lively sports demo encouraging kids to get active and involved Young creatives can also drop by a hands-on craft station and delicious food options will be available from Authentic Turkish Gozleme and Gelato Man. “This is a great example of how we’re activating our public spaces to bring people together Events like this help strengthen the sense of community in North Sydney it’s a chance to connect with your community.” The Sunset Series is all about offering high-quality live music in a relaxed accessible setting—a chance for the community to come together and enjoy local talent in one of North Sydney’s most loved parks. The final Sunset Series event will take place on Sunday 11 May featuring a special Mother’s Day edition with more music and entertainment to be announced. Free event – no booking required For more information, visit www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au/sunsetseries [email protected] Feature your press release on Medianet's News Hub every time you distribute with Medianet Pay per release or save with a subscription Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time The NSW government has shelved plans for new schools earmarked for St Leonards and Chatswood as thousands of new homes are set to be delivered in the area under transport-oriented rezoning reforms Initial plans for new lower north shore schools were flagged by the former government in 2021 when funding was set aside for early planning of an education precinct at St Leonards and a new Chatswood public primary school How density might double: An artist’s impression of masterplans and rezonings finalised for TOD-accelerated precincts Deputy secretary of School Infrastructure NSW told a budget estimates hearing on Tuesday that changing enrolment demand meant there was no “urgent need” for a new primary at St Leonards “From when the project was first announced… we have seen a change in enrolment demand in terms of our projections,” she said “Almost every school in the Chatswood-Willoughby area has had an upgrade in the past 10 years so there’s a lot of capacity at existing schools.” Harrington said there was no “service need demand for [a new St Leonards] high school at this stage” but noted demand would need to be watched as planning reforms deliver higher density housing around train stations Crows Nest is one of eight “accelerated” transport-oriented developments [TOD] where homes will be built within the St Leonards Centre and along the Pacific Highway to the Crows Nest metro rail station so we are looking really closely at the service need analysis for that area,” Harrington said Education officials also confirmed there were no plans to pursue a new Chatswood public school the government has committed to building eight new schools by 2027 the bulk in Sydney’s outer north and south-west suburbs where enrolments have soared in low-fee private schools and the public system has struggled to meet demand driven by an influx of families to outer suburbs A new high school will be built in Schofields in the north-west which is running at double its enrolment capacity Upgrades are planned for 23 schools including Cammeray Public and Northbridge Public where permanent classrooms will replace demountables the former NSW Coalition government allocated more than $7 million for early plans for a St Leonards education precinct and a new Chatswood primary school A TAFE campus on the lower north shore was short-listed as a site for the St Leonards education precinct while the former Chatswood Metro dive site on the corner of Mowbray Road and Paciﬁc Highway was earmarked for a new Chatswood primary school the department declared Cammeraygal High School in Crows Nest was full and families in that area would be redirected to Mosman High A NSW Education Department spokesperson said that over the past decade more than 10 public schools in the Chatswood Willoughby and the north Sydney area have been upgraded which have added capacity for 6700 more students Chatswood Public is among the northern Sydney schools to have recently received an upgrade.Credit: Steven Siewert Planning is continuing for a potential future education precinct at St Leonards NSW Education Minister Prue Car said that in planning for schools in Sydney’s north “the government will not be taking advice from a Liberal Party whose legacy is closing schools such as Milsons Point Public School and Crows Nest Boys High School” But opposition education spokeswoman Sarah Mitchell said with plans for more than 3000 new homes in Crows Nest “it would be reasonable to expect even more families will be moving into the area” “It’s extraordinary that the Minns Labor government is walking away from new school projects in Chatswood and St Leonards,” she said “You would think the government would be charging ahead with school builds near their TODs The NSW government has committed to completing 31 primary and high school projects by the first term of 2027 with those plans detailed in internal departmental files All new schools are slated to be finished in January 2027 the department is supporting growing communities with the enrolment growth audit … to ensure families in fast-growing areas have timely access to high-quality public schools,” the documents state the Herald reported that a Stockland proposal to build a 50-storey apartment with retail on the Pacific Highway in St Leonards was one among 18 housing projects fast-tracked by the state government’s new planning authority The city’s north shore is home to multiple high fee private schools and public schools including the existing Chatswood Public have recently had major upgrades Chatswood High School is at capacity while the latest figures show the existing Chatswood public primary school has space for about 150 more students Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter Initial plans for new lower north shore schools were told a budget estimates hearing on Tuesday that changing enrolment demand meant there was no \\u201Curgent need\\u201D for a new primary at St Leonards \\u201CFrom when the project was first announced\\u2026 we have seen a change in enrolment demand in terms of our projections,\\u201D she said \\u201CAlmost every school in the Chatswood-Willoughby area has had an upgrade in the past 10 years so there\\u2019s a lot of capacity at existing schools.\\u201D Harrington said there was no \\u201Cservice need demand for [a new St Leonards] high school at this stage\\u201D but noted demand would need to be watched as planning reforms deliver higher density housing around train stations Crows Nest is one of eight \\u201Caccelerated\\u201D transport-oriented developments [TOD] where homes will be built within the St Leonards Centre and along the Pacific Highway to the Crows Nest metro rail station so we are looking really closely at the service need analysis for that area,\\u201D Harrington said the bulk in Sydney\\u2019s outer north and south-west suburbs where enrolments have soared in low-fee private schools and the public system has struggled to meet demand driven by an influx of families to outer suburbs while the former Chatswood Metro dive site on the corner of Mowbray Road and Paci\\uFB01c Highway was earmarked for a new Chatswood primary school NSW Education Minister Prue Car said that in planning for schools in Sydney\\u2019s north \\u201Cthe government will not be taking advice from a Liberal Party whose legacy is closing schools such as Milsons Point Public School and Crows Nest Boys High School\\u201D \\u201Cit would be reasonable to expect even more families will be moving into the area\\u201D \\u201CIt\\u2019s extraordinary that the Minns Labor government is walking away from new school projects in Chatswood and St Leonards,\\u201D she said \\u201CYou would think the government would be charging ahead with school builds near their TODs the department is supporting growing communities with the enrolment growth audit \\u2026 to ensure families in fast-growing areas have timely access to high-quality public schools,\\u201D the documents state the Herald reported that a Stockland proposal to build a 50-storey apartment with retail on the Pacific Highway in St Leonards was one among 18 housing projects fast-tracked by the state government\\u2019s new planning authority The city\\u2019s north shore is home to multiple high fee private schools and public schools including the existing Chatswood Public have recently had major upgrades Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important stories Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueTasmania Police say a fire that destroyed a disused road bridge in Northern Tasmania was deliberately lit Tasmania Fire Service is still monitoring the fire Tasmania Police urged anyone with information about the fire to come forward "Police are investigating and anyone with information or who saw any suspicious behaviour in the area at the time should contact Northern CIB on 131 444 or report to Crime Stoppers Tasmania anonymously at crimestopperstas.com.au," a Tasmania Police statement read Picture by Phillip BiggsEARLIER: Fire has engulfed an abandoned wooden road bridge on the border of St Leonards and Relbia Emergency services have been at Clarks Ford Bridge since about 2pm where a rolling crowd of onlookers are stopping to watch from Johnston Road the bridge was still well alight and firefighters from Launceston Relbia and Ravenswood were working to extinguish it View +5 PhotosPolice were also on the scene It is not yet clear whether the fire was deliberately lit, but Tasmania Fire Service confirmed no burn-offs had been planned for the area. The bridge has been obsolete for decades and had become overgrown with trees and brambles. A two-vehicle collision in Launceston’s east has claimed the life of a 27-year-old woman and left a male passenger seriously injured The crash occurred around 5.20pm on Thursday at Johnston Road in St Leonards when a Mazda sedan collided with a Subaru wagon Emergency services rushed to the scene where they performed CPR on the female driver of the Mazda A 32-year-old male passenger from the same vehicle sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to the Royal Hobart Hospital The female driver of the Subaru wagon escaped without physical injury Police sealed off Johnston Road to allow crash investigators to examine the scene thoroughly “Our thoughts are with the woman’s family and loved ones at this difficult time,” a police spokesperson said Authorities are now calling for public assistance as they prepare a report for the Coroner Anyone with dashcam footage or information about the incident is urged to contact Police on 131444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via crimestopperstas.com.au Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526 Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueFire crews have deemed a house fire in St Leonards as deliberate and estimated it caused $750,000 in damages Tasmanian Fire Service (TFS) crews were called to the house fire on Encee Drive around 2.44am The fire was ablaze when crews from Launceston and Ravenswood arrived The fire was extinguished and no one was injured Fire crews investigated the fire on Friday morning and said it had been deliberately started It has been handed over to the police to investigate further The Examiner's health reporter, occasionally covering court and community stories. 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Contact me at annika.rhoades@austcommunitymedia.com.au St Leonards boat ramp is expected to be open to the public before Christmas THE St Leonards boat ramp jetty upgrades are now in the final stretches of its upgrade with Better Boating Victoria estimating boat users will have access to the ramp before Christmas “We’re in the final stages of jetty upgrades at St Leonards boat ramp,” a spokesperson said “Thanks to boating licence and registration fees we’re completely rebuilding the jetty in partnership with the Bellarine Bayside Foreshore Committee of Management doubling the length of the end T section and adding wave screens “That’ll mean more space to tie up better protection from wind and waves when launching and retrieving and improved access for boaters of all mobility levels.” The project has been delayed due to the construction crew experiencing wild weather across the Bellarine the upgraded ramp and jetty is expected to be completed and opened by Christmas “It’ll be a big improvement and expects the ramp will be busy over the summer holidays with families getting out on the water to catch whiting calamari or even gummy sharks out in deeper water,” VRFish’s Ben Scullin said and concrete mats at the jetty head,” the spokesperson said Temporary clamps will also be removed with a new footpath and Hansa crane installed to allow access for boaters of all mobility levels A late St Leonards cricketer has been remembered for always giving 100 per cent and took the losses with a smile on his face Please call us on 1800 070 535 and we’ll help resolve the issue or try again later Any Questions? Please call 1800 070 535 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am – 11:30am (AEST) It was a frantic day for firefighters on Monday after a grass fire reignited just 30 minutes after it was declared safe Nestled within a rare, serene residential pocket at the prestigious crossroads of St Leonards and the vibrant Crows Nest, The Collective unveils expansive, modern residences. These luxury 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments are thoughtfully crafted with spacious layouts. 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Sydney Church of England Preparatory School NorthbridgeReddam House North ShoreSHORE - Sydney Church of England Grammar SchoolSHORE - Sydney Church of England Preparatory School Belle Property InternationalTWT Property Group where we are privileged to live and operate This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Ask the students at St Leonard’s College their favourite thing about school and they will probably tell you it’s Lennie’s Van The compact blue and white van with yellow racing stripes and retractable side awning travels around the public housing estates in the suburbs surrounding the school’s East Brighton campus Students in years 10 to 12 volunteer to deliver fruit and bread as well as make breakfast are booked out within an hour of being released each term “It’s like getting tickets to a concert,” year 12 student Emily Conheady says of the thrill of securing a spot aboard the van which has been doing the rounds since 2018 “When I get asked about what I do at school I don’t talk about the classes or the camps St Leonard’s College principal Peter Clague with student volunteers who rode in Lennie’s Van to prepare breakfast for residents at a local council estate.Credit: Penny Stephens For proud 10-time Lennie’s veteran and IB student Richie Huong “You get to do it with your friends and meet people Lennie’s Van is so popular that middle-year students started a vegetable garden to grow fresh produce for delivery to public housing residents “This college has a heart for social action,” Clague says co-educational school in Melbourne’s south-east apart Clague appointed a full-time social responsibility coordinator the school – which offers both VCE and the International Baccalaureate – got rid of academic and cultural scholarships in favour of scholarships for students from Indigenous “It’s not hurt us in terms of academic or sporting success,” Clague says St Leonard’s College has just been awarded The Age’s 2024 Schools that Excel independent school winner for Melbourne’s south for the improvement its VCE results have shown over the past decade The annual series celebrates schools that achieve outstanding advancement in their VCE results You can explore a decade of VCE results data for your high school and view the full list of winning schools using this year’s Schools that Excel dashboard: The school’s students recorded a decade-high median VCE study score of 35 last year more than 20 per cent of its VCE study scores were 40 or above its best performance in 20 years on this metric and up from 2014 when 12.4 per cent of its study scores were 40 or above Clague said that among International Baccalaureate students with 83 per cent of students getting an ATAR of 90 or above compared with a decade earlier when the median ATAR was 95.5 with 80 per cent of International Baccalaureate students getting an ATAR of 90 or above Hampton Park Secondary College Principal Wayne Haworth with assistant principals Andrea Bellgrove and the school and house captains.Credit: Chris Hopkins raffle tickets have been the secret to boosting student engagement and attendance Students who arrive before roll-call go in the running to win anything from books to sports equipment Those with an attendance record of 98 per cent and higher also receive certificates at assembly certificates have been given to 900 students out of the school population of 1200 Principal Wayne Haworth says rewarding attendance is just as important as recognising the most improved students or the high achievers “It builds engagement and if you’re engaged you’re more likely to want to learn,” he says It’s a core belief echoed by assistant principal Kelly Krieg “Coming to school is a road to success,” she says Year 12 student Josh Chhean admits one of the best things about coming to school is the chance to use the 3D laser printers Improved student attendance and engagement are reflected in the school’s improved academic results which have seen it named The Age’s 2024 Schools that Excel government school winner for Melbourne’s south The school’s median VCE study score has risen steadily over the past decade lifting from a 10-year low of 24 in 2014 to its best result of 29 last year 2.1 per cent of study scores were 40 or above compared to 1.5 per cent in 2014 Every student can,” Haworth says before heading out to do yard duty Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter Ask the students at St Leonard\\u2019s College their favourite thing about school and they will probably tell you it\\u2019s Lennie\\u2019s Van The compact blue and white van with yellow racing stripes and retractable side awning travels around the public housing estates in the suburbs surrounding the school\\u2019s East Brighton campus \\u201CIt\\u2019s like getting tickets to a concert,\\u201D year 12 student Emily Conheady says of the thrill of securing a spot aboard the van \\u201CWhen I get asked about what I do at school I don\\u2019t talk about the classes or the camps For proud 10-time Lennie\\u2019s veteran and IB student Richie Huong \\u201CYou get to do it with your friends and meet people Lennie\\u2019s Van is so popular that middle-year students started a vegetable garden to grow fresh produce for delivery to public housing residents \\u201CThis college has a heart for social action,\\u201D Clague says co-educational school in Melbourne\\u2019s south-east apart the school \\u2013 which offers both VCE and the International Baccalaureate \\u2013 got rid of academic and cultural scholarships in favour of scholarships for students from Indigenous \\u201CIt\\u2019s not hurt us in terms of academic or sporting success,\\u201D Clague says St Leonard\\u2019s College has just been awarded The Age\\u2019s 2024 Schools that Excel independent school winner for Melbourne\\u2019s south for the improvement its VCE results have shown over the past decade You can explore a decade of VCE results data for your high school and view the full list of winning schools using this year\\u2019s Schools that Excel dashboard: The school\\u2019s students recorded a decade-high median VCE study score of 35 last year \\u201CIt builds engagement and if you\\u2019re engaged you\\u2019re more likely to want to learn,\\u201D he says It\\u2019s a core belief echoed by assistant principal Kelly Krieg \\u201CComing to school is a road to success,\\u201D she says Improved student attendance and engagement are reflected in the school\\u2019s improved academic results which have seen it named The Age\\u2019s 2024 Schools that Excel government school winner for Melbourne\\u2019s south The school\\u2019s median VCE study score has risen steadily over the past decade \\u201COften in low socioeconomic communities there is a feeling that \\u2018you can\\u2019t\\u2019 Every student can,\\u201D Haworth says before heading out to do yard duty Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories “We’ve been working in this area for more than 10 years, we love this area,” says Zhang. “We love that St Leonards and Crows Nest is close to everything, to infrastructure like the hospital, to the train station and now the metro station, not to mention being so close to the CBD.” Browse Domain’s property and lifestyle magazines. Zhang says the rezonings that have allowed higher density in the neighbourhood prove that developers and government authorities are on the same page. “They have a similar kind of understanding,” he says. “They really think this is a great area, a new emerging kind of suburb to provide this additional housing supply.” Just back from a site visit to TWT’s newest development, The Collective, Zhang was excited to tell Domain that foundations are being poured at Atchison Street after a long wait to appoint builder Westbourne Constructions. The project is expected to take two years to complete and will deliver 93 apartments and a four-storey podium housing 3000 square metres of retail and commercial space. Focusing on owner-occupiers, Zhang says The Collective apartments will be larger than average and designed for easy maintenance and long-term durability. Team2 Architects were engaged to take the concept design produced by A+ Design Group through the design development and coordination stages. “I’ve known [Team2 director] Richard Webster for at least 10 years, and I’ve worked with him on multiple projects,” says Zhang. “You learn together on those projects and then the next project is even better. We know Team2’s strong points and I really appreciate Richard’s professional capacity and wonderful industry experience. They’re very good at focusing on all the practical solutions.” 'One of the big things we’re offering is longevity': Developers are merging the old and the new How multi-residential projects are taking design cues from nature Why more young families are moving into apartments Webster, who credits project architect Joanne Kieltyka with several years of hard work for The Collective, says what makes the project somewhat unique in the St Leonard’s precinct is that it’s an “island site”, rather than abutting buildings on either side. “It’s very much a detached building,” says Webster. “So it’s surrounded on four sides by either laneways or main streets and because of this situation it has a more organic form in the sense that it’s less rectilinear than other developments.” The building has two main elements: a four-storey podium that maintains the scale and urban form of the streetscape and an elegant residential tower that rises above it. The strong architectural language of horizontal banding is reflected throughout the design and, combined with curved corners, gives a seamless transition between all four of the building’s elevations. “It’s a kind of continual ribbon around the building, the sort of architectural language that we really like,” says Webster. Contained within the banding elements are either balconies or windows and a series of movable sliding screens. These screens allow balconies to be opened or closed, offering further articulation and movement to the building facades. The ground floor’s setback provides plenty of room for pedestrian movement and landscaping by Ground Ink and also separates the building from the roadways. “It does have that appearance that it’s kind of floating above the ground floor plane,” says Webster. Inside, DBI has taken cues from the gentle curves of the façade in the joinery elements. “All the gestures of the joinery elements are very soft line, that speaks to the building that has been crafted by the architect, which is a very friendly, rounded shape,” says DBI director and interior designer Anna Goh. “The soft lines are very sympathetic to the focus on the family context. We are expecting that it will be owner-occupiers generally as our resident, and the soft line speaks to both a very natural and biophilic approach, but also is very family friendly.” Buyers can expect high-end appliances like Miele or Gaggenau, Parisi bathware and tapware, engineered timber floors and ducted air-conditioning, plus a choice of two colour palettes. “We offer the choice of a more subtle, tonal palette versus a bolder, more adventurous palette,” says Goh. “This really allows the purchaser to meander through on a design journey and arrive at the setting that’s most comfortable for them. To interior designers, the family or the resident is always the final actor in the settings we create, and they have a varied appetite for adventure or solitude and serenity.” DBI and Team2 worked together on a previous TWT development at the Grande Pyrmont Bay Estate, and both parties clearly respect each other. “That was a very successful collaboration,” says Goh. “And it was like The Collective: a complex puzzle that was highly detailed, and Team2 is a very creative and collaborative architectural studio that understands that interiors fit into the architectural shell like a letter into an envelope.” Webster says working with a skilled interior designer like Goh smooths the way for project efficiencies and design excellence. The development team worked together to ensure The Collective strikes a good balance with its various apartment plans, sizes and aspects, with everything from studios to four-bedroom dwellings on offer. “The apartment mix at The Collective is unique in that it offers an unprecedented number of larger sized apartments, reflecting the demand now being experienced for a lifestyle that can accommodate growing families and working from home demands,” says Webster. Sustainability has also been a critical driver in the design of the building, with over 80 per cent of the apartments achieving two hours or more of sunshine and over 70 per cent of apartments achieving natural cross ventilation. Some apartments will capture iconic city views, and all will have access to the precinct’s enviable amenity. “The transport connections are fantastic,” says Webster. “And what’s really lovely is Crows Nest village, with lots of bars and restaurants and good shops. With all of the development that’s been going on around the area, St Leonards is certainly being uplifted.” Prices: one-bed from $950,000; two-bed from $1.48m; three-bed from $2.3m; four-bed from $3.05m Agent: Belle Property International, 1800 388 100 Open for inspection: Display suite 64 Atchison Street, St Leonards, Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. Geelong Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged three teenage boys and one teenage girl in connection with a fire that caused extensive damage to a historic church in St Leonards early on 28 November Emergency services responded to reports of a blaze at the church on Dudley Parade at approximately 2:15 am The fire inflicted significant damage on the building believed to be St Leonards’ oldest structure with estimated damages reaching $1 million and a 16-year-old boy were interviewed by investigators All four have been charged with arson and burglary and are set to appear in a children’s court at a later date features a north-facing pool in its rear garden A 120-year-old St Kilda house is set to shatter the suburb’s house price record with its $11.5m-$12.5m asking range The circa 1904 Queen Anne Federation residence at 8A St Leonards Ave is poised to overtake the $10.45m benchmark, set by a 10-bedroom mansion at 51 Grey St in 2022 Marshall White Port Phillip partner Ben Manolitsas described the new contender for the crown as “one of the grandest family homes in the City of Port Phillip” RELATED: Singer and composer Julia Stone sells her St Kilda apartment and first home David Bromley: Famed artist’s ex-St Kilda home with mural could sell for nearly $9m Premium St Kilda Rd living: Construction starts on showstopping park-view apartments Buyers from as far away as the UK have called to inquire about the home featuring a north-facing pool had undertaken a massive renovation while maintaining period details including leadlight bay windows and ornate ceilings “They completely rejuvenated the interiors it was quite dated when they bought,” Mr Manolitsas said Leadlight windows provide a sunny spot for dining including an eye-catching marble vanity and bench The formal living and dining rooms connect to the kitchen marble benchtops and a butler’s pantry including a wine fridge feature in the kitchen “There’s a secret wine cellar which is quite special,” Mr Manolitsas said A small trapdoor outside the house leads to the wine storage area the rear garden is fitted with a barbecue kitchen plus the electric-heated pool and spa shaded by trees Play some pool or soak in the breeze on the balcony A trapdoor outside the house leads to the cellar “The property is 1354sq m and you could easily fit 100 people in the backyard,” Mr Manolitsas said main bedroom suite incorporating an ensuite and dressing room home office and sunroom and upper level studio are among the other highlights vegetable gardens and rear access to the double garage Expressions of interest close will on November 12 Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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The Minns Labor Government has launched an Expressions of Interest (EOI) campaign to deliver up to 448 new homes including 67 affordable homes targeting key workers at the nearby Royal North Shore Hospital precinct Activation of the dormant site will create much needed housing on the doorstep of the Royal North Shore Hospital precinct The land was assessed as surplus to the Government's needs and suitable for housing as part of the NSW Government's statewide Land Audit The Audit is identifying unused government land that can be repurposed for the delivery of housing to help ease the State's housing crisis so far identifying sites capable of delivering over 8,500 new homes The land was included in the St Leonards and Crows Nest Transport Oriented Development Accelerated Precinct (TOD) rezoning which came into effect last November The rezoning requires 15 per cent of any housing built on the site to be affordable housing 100% of the affordable housing developed at the site will be allocated as key worker housing available for all health care workers at Royal North Shore Hospital The EOI process will open this week and will close on 15 May 2025 The EOI is seeking a response from parties interested in delivering housing at the site It will be the first step in a selection process to identify suitable candidates before formal proposals for purchase are invited for consideration Quotes attributable to Minister for Health "I welcome this affordable housing near Royal North Shore which I have no doubt will be a massive drawcard to working at the hospital "Affordable housing close to work is an issue across the entire state not just in metro locations and it is why the Minns Labor Government is also investing $200.1 million in the Key Health Worker Accommodation in regional Quotes attributable to Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said: "The Minns Labor Government remains focused on confronting the housing crisis head on and that means ensuring we deliver more well-located homes for our state's key workers "We understand we need to pull every lever in order to address the state's housing crisis The Minns Labor Government's land audit is unlocking dormant sites such as this to ensure we can deliver the housing our community needs "The new homes that will be built on this site will give first homebuyers and families the opportunity to live in an established area with easy access to infrastructure and services." Moon Phase is a bakery in St Leonards with a Korean spin on buttery pastries It was formerly known as Layers but recently changed to Moon Phase There is a tempting array of delicious pastries on offer many incorporating the owners' Korean heritage So what is a must order and are the signature items worth the hype It's 9:30am on a Saturday morning which is a touch early but pastries will always get me out of bed "Is this it?" says Laura as we walk down a laneway towards the white bakery The interior is minimalist down to the tiny tables just big enough to fit 2-3 pastries and coffee (and probably not designed for the dozen or so pastries that we want to try) The queue at Moon Phase comes and goes; sometimes it can be intimidatingly long but other times like when we arrive There is quite a bit of seating indoors and some outdoors too Moon Phase was started by the married team of Frances and Jiyoon Song Frances is the pastry chef while Jiyoon is the barista and coffee roaster Service is patient and very friendly when Laura and I enter and excitedly order like two enthusiastic and hungry golden retrievers We select 5 pastries that we like the sound of the most Unfortunately they've just sold out of their signature savoury pastry the Char Siu King but we manage to order everything else that we want "Would you like them warmed?" they ask and honestly this is the best question a bakery can ever ask and yet very few bakeries ask this I get that it adds time onto service but if you're eating in and want to appreciate the butter and all of the ingredients and the beauty of the pastry I take a bite into the hot dog and my eyes roll involuntarily it's that deliciously textural striated pastry that collapses with the bite and I hit a snappy There's a sweetness from the honey mustard and savouryness from cheese While I was disappointed at missing out on the char siu king this pastry deserves a spot alongside it The Kimcheese scroll is a round Danish filled with kim chi and gruyere cheese The centre is where all of the action is at so you're best off cutting this in half and then attacking from there to ensure that you get a bit of kimcheese in every bite And kimcheese simply has to be added to the dictionary at some stage The only negative would be that the bottom of this pastry is a bit burnt The Earl Grey custard and Lychee has tiny Earl Grey jelly cubes heavy and creamy and if you love those flavours then this is for you The black sesame bun is a milk bun dough but twisted like a version of a kanebullar or Swedish cinnamon bun It is made up of gorgeous swirls and twists but with black sesame This is my favourite of the sweet pastries because it isn't overly sweet but has a good amount of black sesame flavour The winter chai is a spectacularly pretty braided pastry with chai spice (cardamom cinnamon and ginger) layers through the butter best to dip those in your coffee but the centre is soft I spot a lull in the queue so I go back to the counter for round 2 and they tell us that they've just slid the second baking of the char siu pastry into the oven and it should be ready in about 10 minutes if we don't mind waiting It comes out piping hot with a gentle warning about the hot filling You definitely want to make sure that you nab one of these babies There's so many cubes of char siu (fatty not lean because of course) and it's paired with a sweet brushed buttery puff pastry in a beautiful lattice pattern We also try the spicy pork and truffle and cheese twist pastry These too are best cut in half so that you can access all of the delicious innards I do love the spicy pork pastry which tastes just like gochujang bbq spicy pork at a Korean bbq complete with spring onions cheese and onion pastry that I love just that bit more (it may also be because we've had so many pastries by now) It's a bit lighter than the Korean pork and the soft caramelised onions are sweet and savoury at the same time We don't really get much of the truffle though Their other signature is the chocolate bar Laura and I don't really love pain au chocolat and while this is probably the nicest pain au chocolat we've had with a bar of Callebaut milk chocolate It doesn't quite have as much toffee on the bottom as others that I've had but I like picking off bits of crispy All of the food in this post was independently paid for and lifestyle perfectly come together in this rare St Leonards opportunity Stunning views of the Sydney CBD and luxurious living are at the heart of this boutique collection of four penthouses in St Leonards Positioned atop a new residential development, The Newlands, developed by Top Spring and designed by Bates Smart, the penthouses deliver the magic formula of location, luxury and lifestyle. “The penthouses look out over the greenery of Newlands Park and the rooftops of the North Shore across Sydney Harbour,” says Blake Schulze, National Residential Director at Colliers. “The residences pick up those amazing views which are beautiful by day as well as at night when all the lights glisten across the CBD.” The penthouses offer views over Newlands Park and North Shore rooftops across Sydney Harbour. St Leonards in the Lower North Shore is home to lush green urban parks as well as bushland by the water, and The Newlands embraces this mix in full. “You step out the front door at The Newlands and walk straight into Newlands Park, which is very rare," says Schulze. "There’s also a whole series of bush walking trails that go all the way down to the Sydney Harbour foreshore." Within The Newlands masterplan, there is a luscious 5,700sqm “green spine” which runs from end to end. It features numerous trees, elevated boardwalks, water features and pocket park areas ideal for rest or gathering with neighbours. Balancing all the outdoor experiences is plenty of everyday local amenity. Residents enjoy spacious layouts, with four bedrooms, a study space and V-Zug appliances. The Newlands is close to all the shops, cafés and restaurants of Wollstonecraft, Greenwich and Crows Nest. It’s also just 400 metres from St Leonards train station, and a short stroll to the new metro station at Crows Nest. “The Metro at Crows Nest is just two stops to Barangaroo and it’s also a very quick commute into Chatswood in the other direction, and even out to Macquarie University," says Schulze. "For ease of transport and speed into the city, it’s phenomenal." Within the four penthouses, Schulze says discerning buyers will find every luxury feature that they typically expect. The masterplan includes 5,700sqm of trees, boardwalks, water features and pocket parks. The layouts are open and spacious, with four bedrooms, a study space, a grand kitchen featuring a natural stone-topped island bench and the latest Swiss-made V-Zug appliances. “There’s separation between the master suite and the guest rooms for peace and privacy," Schulze says. "The penthouses also have private rooftop terraces that you can go up to for relaxing and entertaining, which is unique and quite rare in the Sydney market.” Schulze says buyers will appreciate the penthouse’s floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights that flood the living spaces with natural light. He adds that they will feel confident knowing the appointed builder, DASCO, is Australian-owned and operated and a 4.5 Star iCIRT builder. “DASCO provides complete transparency to buyers so you can fully review their track record, have an understanding of who they are, what they’ve delivered, and what their capability is,” he says. Living the penthouse life amid the perfect balance of leafy surrounds and urban amenities is a rare opportunity in St Leonards, particularly in lower-rise developments such as The Newlands. The Newlands blends penthouse living with leafy surrounds and urban amenities. The Newlands masterplan features five residential buildings, set across 1.26 ha, with the heights ranging from six to just 11 storeys. “Most of the penthouses coming up in the St Leonards market are typically in higher-rise style buildings, and this is where The Newlands is unique as it’s in the St Leonards South low-rise zone,” says Schulze. The penthouses have attracted particular interest from local downsizers seeking expansive single-level living and who want to stay in the area they know and love; as well as other buyers attracted to the Lower North Shore life. “The layouts of the penthouses reach a total size of up to 413sqm. It’s going to be a very lucky few who secure these homes," he says. “With the park, the new modes of transport, and everything emerging around it, it’s going to be an amazing lifestyle. “You’re on the doorstep of the Sydney CBD, yet still in a Lower North Shore community, so you get the best of both worlds” Prices for the penthouses start from $6.5m. It’s anticipated that residents will be able to move in the first half of 2026. All images supplied by The Newlands by Top Spring. The Newlands is a vibrant new masterplanned community by Top Spring Australia an award-winning diversified property group focusing on luxury residential developments Their approach to urban living combines innovation They raise the standard of urban living by providing unrivalled bespoke residences that are uniquely tailored to their customers Work will soon start to upgrade two sections of Murradoc Road a key east-west link across the Bellarine Peninsula between St Leonards and Drysdale is an old-fashioned highway-style road with no provision for those moving under human power Yet the peninsula was once – and can be again – an attractive place for bike commuting and recreational riding Murradoc Road between Drysdale and St Leonards experiences increasingly heavy volumes of local and tourist traffic the growing traffic volumes increase the likelihood of crashes and reduce the level of safety for cyclists sharing the road The road also connects via the Esplanade to Indented Head and Port Arlington where the ferry brings bike riders across from Melbourne to the unfriendly roads of the Bellarine This latest upgrade is funded under the Australian Government’s Investment Road and Rail Program which includes a range of traffic and transport initiatives "to make the Bellarine Peninsula cyclist friendly and connected Works are expected to take up to eight months to complete The project involves upgrading a 1.5km section between Becks Road and Portarlington-Queenscliff Road near Drysdale and a 3km section between Bluff Road and McLeod Street in St Leonards Riders should be aware that crews will be on site between 7am and 6pm with the possibility of weekend and nightworks Traffic management will include lane closures and reduced speed limits to protect the safety of crews and road users Traffic controllers will guide traffic through the site one lane at a time Temporary traffic lights will manage traffic at other times Become a Member and help fund our advocacy work Or become our friend and subscribe to receive our fortnightly newsletter The Great Victorian Bike Ride is set to return in 2025 on 24–28 November offering an exciting new format while keeping the spirit of this beloved event alive Bicycle Network Memberships offer benefits to all kinds of riders The Peaks Challenge Ride2School fundraiser is on again for this year's epic event on Sunday 9 March The City of Adelaide will undertake a speed limit review to understand the need for reducing speeds to support business and residents and create a safer city environment Work on the much-anticipated $38.9 million Sydney Harbour Bridge ramp upgrade has begun the bike lane will link the country's most famous bridge to the bike network in Milsons Point we launched our Affiliate Membership program specially designed for cycling groups and clubs Orange in New South Wales is in line for a nice new stretch of bike path one that will expand the off-road network and improve access to schools Work has kicked off on a key Canberra bike route setting the wheels in motion for safer and more pleasant journeys through the city’s northern suburbs In a submission to the federal government’s draft National Urban Policy Bicycle Network and seven other Australian bicycle organisations have called for active transport infrastructure funding to be increased to 10% of federal transport investment Many of our best bike journeys are along coastlines or up and down the creeks and rivers that meet the sea But with rising sea levels some of this vital infrastructure is at threat of inundation erosion and from changes in groundwater chemistry The owners of St Leonards seafood restaurant Petermen have announced its closure citing challenges faced by independent hospitality businesses over the past year which opened to critical acclaim under chefs Josh and Julie Niland the Nilands reflected on their time at the Chandos Street venue describing it as a period of joy and creativity shared with their team and guests they acknowledged the increasingly difficult commercial environment as a key factor behind their decision “The past 12 months have been extremely challenging for independent businesses within the hospitality industry,” the Nilands stated The couple extended their gratitude to the local community and their suppliers for supporting the venture emphasising the continuation of their culinary efforts through their other venue Ther venue built a tremendous reputation in its short tenure with Gourmet Traveller describing it as “Australia’s most seminal seafood restaurant Coronation has acquired 46-52 Nicholson Street St Leonards and has plans for a mixed-use precinct with 350 build-to-rent apartments Property developer Coronation aims to become one of the country’s largest developers of rental homes revealing plans for two new major mixed-use precincts in inner Sydney comprising 750 build-to-rent apartments with a combined end value of $1.45bn It has acquired parcels of land in the Sydney inner city suburb of Waterloo and St Leonards in the city’s north is well placed to capitalise on Sydney’s new Metro line with the site just a four-minute walk from the Crows Nest station Coronation has planned a mixed-use precinct with ground-floor retail community spaces and 350 built-to-rent apartments which was expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2028 Coronation managing director Joe Nahas said An artist’s impression of Coronation’s planned development at 46-52 Nicholson Street “We’re excited to be unlocking this gateway site’s valuable development potential which incorporates a vibrant mixed-use space Gore Hill Oval and the array of local cafes and restaurants,” he said About 15 per cent of the development is likely to be designated affordable housing “This means that eligible low to medium-income health and allied care staff at RNS and The Mater Hospitals will have the chance to finally secure new affordable rental properties – and be able to live close to where they work without having to commute long distances,” Mr Nahas said The billionaire Kahlbetzer family’s Twynam Group is selling the St Leonards site It had previously planned to lodge a development application combining commercial office space and build-to-rent apartments Market players said the long-held site had traded for more than $78m will have a significantly larger development with 2500sq m of retail space pedestrian areas and 400 build-to-rent apartments It is being sold by private companies associated with Dr Jeffery Eisman and Cheryl Saluck Former Mirvac executive Dennis Broit advised the vendors The Waterloo development is about 1.2km from the new Waterloo Metro Station has an end value of $850m and is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2028 Mr Nahas said it was no easy feat securing land so close to the Sydney CBD “We’re excited that we’ve acquired one of the few remaining residential development opportunities in the thriving Waterloo urban renewal precinct given its connectivity to transport networks major hospitals and universities and the emerging tech and innovation employment hub around Botany Road,” he said “These two acquisitions demonstrate Coronation’s commitment to securing growth opportunities in well-serviced so we can continue to build highly-amenitised new communities.” Coronation Property has a $5.7bn pipeline of build-to-rent and build-to-sell apartments and expects to operate a portfolio of 3500 BTR apartments by 2028 Other build-to-rent projects include Mason & Main in Sydney’s Merrylands which comprises 434 build-to-rent apartments and 415 build-to-sell apartments; Charlie Parker in Parramatta which comprises 123 build-to-rent apartments; a $2bn project in Erskineville comprising 1100 build-to-rent apartments; and Precinct 75 in St Peters realcommercial.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email Lower North Shore developer Hyecorp has released its most luxury apartments in its under-construction St Leonards South development, Audrey Dubbed The Tiffany Collection, the luxury penthouses and subpenthouses will sit across the top three levels of the 15-level development on Canberra Avenue south-east facing exclusive residences spans around 155 sqm and features expansive living areas enhanced by minimal shared walls and large floor-to-ceiling windows to ensure privacy and abundant natural light in every apartment The apartments in the Tiffany Collection have three bedrooms as well as a private two-car garage and a storage cage The penthouses are designed with a focus on functionality and elegance which are kitted out with integrated Miele appliances The bathrooms feature heated floors and fluted stand-alone baths Hyecorp has reserved a significant amount of space in the boutique building for amenity Audrey features an indoor lap pool and a rooftop terrace with barbecue facilities Audrey also provides practical services such as EV charging underscoring Hyecorp's commitment to creating a holistic living environment The location of Audrey, in the emerging St Leonards South precinct places residents within easy reach of Newlands Park including St Leonards Train Station and the upcoming Crows Nest Metro Audrey will home a total of 102 apartments, with local architecture group SJB handling the architecture Construction of Audrey kicked off just over 12 months ago and buyers are expected to move in in mid-2025 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 Police are investigating a St Leonards fire which engulfed at least 50 per cent of a church in the early hours of Thursday Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareRenowned seafood chef Josh Niland has announced the December 15 closure of his two-hatted St Leonards restaurant Petermen citing “extremely challenging” financial conditions “Our time on Chandos Street … has brought a lot of joy to us and our team and we have welcomed the most incredible guests,” Niland said the past 12 months have been extremely challenging for independent businesses within the hospitality industry [and] sadly Coral trout for two at Petermen in St Leonards.Josh NilandA spokesperson for the couple said the decision came after a yearly review of the business revealed the costs of the “unpredictable commercial environment” The Nilands thanked the St Leonards community for its support and said their team (including head chef Good Food Guide 2023 Young Chef of the Year Tom Foster) would be moved to the new three-hatted Saint Peter in Paddington Petermen was created as an accessible, a la carte, alternative to Saint Peter allowing diners to try Niland’s “nose-to-tail” signature dishes such as hand-caught dry-aged charcoal coral trout and “eyes” cream sandwiches (made with fish eyes) without paying upwards of $190 for Saint Peter’s set menu at the time a spokesperson for the couple blamed slow winter sales Josh and Julie Niland of Paddington’s Saint Peter will open a restaurant at luxury boutique hotel The Sundays on Hamilton Island.SuppliedThen, shortly after, the pair announced plans to open a family-friendly restaurant on Hamilton Island it’s expected to focus more on land-based proteins than previous ventures The Nilands will enter the new year with three venues – Saint Peter in Paddington, Fysh at the Edition Hotel in Singapore and Fish Butchery in Waterloo. But more is to come, according to a spokesperson for the couple. Good Food has reached out to Josh Niland for further comment. news and the hottest openings served to your inbox ShareLicense this articleMore: The Suns have crept over the line to jump into the A2 top four thanks for a former South African sheep farmer View the privacy policy Located at the intersection of St Leonards and Crows Nest The Collective presents a rare opportunity for modern each designed with spacious layouts and premium finishes The Collective is reshaping St Leonards into a vibrant blending the charm of village life with the energy of a live-work-play environment Its prime location provides easy access to the Crows Nest Metro and St Leonards train station connecting residents to the city within minutes contemporary design and high-end amenities The Collective’s residences are designed to combine elegance and functionality offering a sophisticated living experience Register now for an exclusive preview of the display suite and discover luxury living in a sought-after location a new residential destination just minutes from Sydney’s CBD by Metro With its creative spirit and community-oriented lifestyle The Collective offers expansive modern residences along with curated retail and commercial spaces The Collective benefits from Sydney’s new Metro allowing a quick 15-minute commute to the city Residents also enjoy easy access to buses and trains connecting to various parts of Sydney Experience the vibrant local lifestyle with the village atmosphere of Crows Nest at your doorstep Enjoy dining at renowned restaurants like Garfish and Annata Campaigns are intensifying for the North Sydney Council election with pre-polling beginning on 7 September and the main event taking place on 14 September Approximately 50,000 residents and property owners are eligible to participate The North Sydney Council local government area is divided into two wards: St Leonards covering the north and west of the electorate the Liberals failed to submit their nominations on time for the St Leonards ward and are only contesting the Cammeraygal ward Just four tickets are contesting the five councillor positions in St Leonards: the ruling Real Independents The main point of interest here is which ticket will poll the most votes with seven tickets vying for the five councillor positions and the Sustainable Australia Party will compete against newcomers Zoe Baker of the Real Independents has indicated she will stand for mayor again if returned North Sydney Council no longer elects a mayor directly; instead the ten elected councillors will vote among themselves to elect a mayor and a deputy mayor at their first meeting The outgoing council was characterised by a consistent voting pattern where the two Real Independent and two Sustainable Australia Party councillors generally agreed on over 90% of contested votes This led to Zoe Baker being elected mayor with a 6-4 majority The deputy mayor position alternated between Labor’s Godfrey Santer and the SAP’s William Bourke during the term This six-vote pattern broke down in recent months with Bourke dissenting on an increasing number of motions Baker was still able to prevail in occasional 5-5 stalemates With the Liberals failing to nominate in the St Leonards ward the Real Independents and Labor are confident they will again prevail overall and have sufficient numbers to maintain their dominant influence after the election and then continues through the week leading up to the 14 September election day pre-polling will take place in two locations: North Sydney Council Chambers and Neutral Bay Junction voting locations include Anzac Park Public and St Peter’s Anglican for the St Leonards Ward Cammeraygal ward voters can vote at Anzac Park Public Team Jilly topped the vote not only in the Cammeraygal ward overall but also at the most trafficked booths: St Aloysius’ Junior School The retirement of Jilly Gibson and her replacement with Pallavi Sinha is likely to impact those voting patterns St Leonards Ward was less consistent last time While Real Independent Zoe Baker topped most booths Labor’s Godfrey Santer won at North Sydney Girls and independent James Spenceley won at Anzac Park highlighting the importance of the “ground game” on election day Approximately 20% of voters took the opportunity to vote early during the last election just under 3,000 votes are sufficient for a candidate to win election as a councillor The heavily contested Cammeraygal Ward is expected to come down to preferences with no candidate guaranteed a full quota in what will likely be a very tight race The state’s work safety watchdog will launch an investigation into a near fatal drowning in St Leonards that saw two people rushed to hospital