Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareSydney hit list March 2025 See all stories.1 / 10Jessie and Tony Peng are the wife-and-husband owners of Fishboy Kitchen.Edwina Pickles2 / 10Plump and golden pan-fried lotus root cake.Edwina Pickles3 / 10‘Fishman steamed rice’ is a signature Edwina Pickles4 / 10The decor is typically no-nonsense – menu posters adorn the mint green walls; jacquard polyester covers each table.Edwina Pickles5 / 10Buddha jumps over the wall includes luxury ingredients such as abalone sea cucumber and scallop.Edwina Pickles6 / 10Curry fish balls are one of several fish ball dishes on the menu.Edwina Pickles7 / 10 Edwina Pickles8 / 10Deep-fried melon-flavoured soy milk creates satisfying crunch with every bite.Edwina Pickles9 / 10Deep-fried melon flavoured soy milk.Edwina Pickles10 / 10 Edwina PicklesPrevious SlideNext Slide14.5/20How we score “CHEEEEEEEEEERS!” Plastic cups of milk tea are chimed by two banquet tables celebrating a fuschia-pink birthday girl in joyous clamour clinking chopsticks against porcelain bowls whilst chattering in a steady stream of animated Cantonese Close your eyes and you could be in downtown Hong Kong Open them again and you’re in the middle of sleepy Telopea – now with shiny new Parramatta light rail stop out the front Edwina PicklesAdvertisementTony and Jessie Peng are the husband-and-wife owners of Fishboy Kitchen which also goes by the name Taste of Hong Kong if you’re searching for it on Google What started as an online business selling mackerel-based fish balls eventually flourished into a retail shop (still open next door) and It’s heaving with Hong Kong expats on the night I’m here and those who walk in without a reservation are turned away disappointed The decor is typically no-nonsense – menu posters adorn the mint green walls; jacquard polyester covers each table A photograph-heavy binder menu is crammed with Hong Kong classics (hello curry beef brisket and those fish balls) but there are less famous gems too these plump and golden-fried pork patties are a treat Each bite has a juicy savouriness with the refreshing crunch of lotus root flecked throughout with the lid of its giant bamboo steamer dramatically lifted at the table to unleash the sea-sweet aromas of dried prawns and scallops Rice on the bottom of the steamer absorbs all the mingling juices steamed pork mince with salted fish offers an instant nostalgia hit for Hong Kongers The dish is more commonly cooked by busy parents at home than served in restaurants – the kind of meal that’s whipped up quickly Here the pork is majestically soft and almost springy contrasted against crunchy pops of water chestnut Curry fish balls are one of several fish ball dishes on the menu.Edwina PicklesThe fish adding flavour to that pork mince is a fillet of pomfret salted in-house The Pengs have a staunch commitment to making everything themselves from the addictive candied walnuts that arrive as table snacks to the XO sauce you can buy for $32 a jar and they both reckon it’s the most authentic Hong Kong food they’ve encountered in Sydney outside of home-cooked meals Not “authentic” in the tradition of elaborate old-school banquet dishes but contemporary Hong Kong cuisine that focuses on making things from scratch and using local ingredients (One friend later realises her mum regularly visits next door to buy take-home products including fish stock and siu mai dumplings.) The “mini” version of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall (the name coined because even vegetarian-sworn monks are said to have been lured by its deliciousness) is a riot of umami and luxury ingredients such as abalone chicken and seafood-based broth is its own wonder Deep-fried melon-flavoured soy milk creates satisfying crunch with every bite.Edwina PicklesIf you have ailments that need curing there’s the cordyceps flower rattle soup – a double-boiled elixir based on traditional Chinese medicine and believed to boost immunity Cordyceps flower looks like golden enoki mushrooms and you’ll also find dried scallop and a whole chicken foot buried in the bowl Red dates and goji berries add pops of sweetness to a clear soup that’s otherwise relatively mild in flavour Drinks are typical of Hong Kong’s cha chaan teng diners, such as milk tea, lemon ginger honey, and iced Coke with lemon. If you only order one, go for the honeydew and bittermelon juice. It’s a palate-challenging mix of honeydew with the faint trail of bittermelon, but makes a great digestive aid for any rich food. In further melon adventures, there’s also the deep-fried melon-flavoured soy milk for dessert. Usually made by deep-frying logs of chilled milk custard, the kitchen uses honeydew for a fruitier finish. It tastes as bizarre as it sounds, but it’s also strangely compelling, with a silky filling and bubbly, light batter to create satisfying crunch with every bite. Certainly worth hopping on the Parramatta light rail for. Atmosphere: Modest bolthole for homesick Hong Kong expats Go-to dishes: Mini Buddha Jumps Over the Wall ($28.80); fishman steamed rice ($29.80); deep-fried melon flavoured soy milk ($12.80) Drinks: Non-alcoholic Hong Kong cafe-style cold drinks or BYO for $5 per person Hong Kong-style cafes boom in Sydney as expats seek a taste of homeGood Food reviews are booked anonymously and paid independently. A restaurant can’t pay for a review or inclusion in the Good Food Guide. Don’t miss the zingy lemon potatoes – and rat-a-tat energy – at this generous Newtown cafeOven-warm pita sandwiches and Greek-Cypriot bowls are all under $20 at Myra’s Kitchen on King Street. The light, airy focaccia is worth ‘walking through a hot desert’ for at this beloved bakeryCustomers keep flocking to this community-based bakery for its exquisite baked goods including croissants, sweet treats and sourdough. At $17, ‘number eight’ at this retro food court gets you one of Sydney’s best value lunchesBut you’ll need to arrive early to join local workers, grandmas and retirees who jostle for soups, noodles and this deceptively complex dish. news and the hottest openings served to your inbox Construction has commenced on the repair and refurbishment of the Wade Street Towers in Telopea, NSW, which will revitalise 148 vacant public housing units that were originally slated for demolition.   The refurbishment of the units in the Wade Street Towers – also known as ‘The Three Sisters’ – is the first important step to help people in need get a safe roof over their head.  Work is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. Once complete, the Wade Street Towers will provide around 240 residents a safe place to call home for the next five to ten years while longer term renewal plans for Telopea are developed.  The commencement of these works also marks the one-year anniversary since the establishment of Homes NSW by the State Government, bringing the management of public homes and tenants under one roof to rebuild a broken public housing system.  New South Wales Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Rose Jackson, said, “This project is an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to put people back at the heart of housing and rebuild our state’s public and affordable housing system.”  Disaster recovery support is now available to flood impacted communities in Bourke, Brewarrina and Walgett in northern New South Wales.... Australia’s 537 councils have called on the next Federal Government to ensure that the financial sustainability of local government is... 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Unauthorised reproduction is prohibited Picture by James WiltshireA Thurgoona home has been destroyed by fire only days before Christmas 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 areaContinuePolice paramedics and firefighters attended the Telopea Street fire Fire and Rescue NSW were called to the house at about 8.10pm Fire and Rescue NSW zone commander Stewart Alexander said the home was "totally destroyed" but other neighbouring properties were not impacted. "We had concerns that the neighbouring properties were under threat because, given the intense and well-developed fire that it was, that could impact those homes, but fortunately, it did not," he said. Everyone safely evacuated from the house but one male in his 50s remains at Albury Hospital after being treated by paramedics for burns to his arm. 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In the middle of a housing crisis, the Wade Street Towers – known locally as ‘The Three Sisters – have sat empty for too long, but a plan from the NSW Government will see it soon open again for public housing. Recently, Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson visited the three towers to announce construction had begun on the refurbishment of 148 units – calling it the “first important step” to help people in need get a safe roof over their head. The announcement comes after the NSW Government tore up a deal made between the opposition and Frasers Property Australia in 2024. The deal, which was originally announced in 2019, would have seen the demolition of the towers, to make way for 4,700 new homes, a library and new retail precinct. Jackson said ditching the former Government’s “dud-deal” is a commonsense approach to help tackle the housing crisis and get homes built quickly. “Getting people in safe, modern homes is what we are focused on,” she said. “Since the announcement to scrap the former Government’s dud-deal we have had an outpouring of support from the community who have been waiting for action. Today is another step forward to build more homes to help those who need it most. “This project is an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to put people back at the heart of housing and rebuild our state’s public and affordable housing system.” Work on the project is expected to be finalised by the end of the year. Once complete, the Wade Street Towers will provide around 240 residents a safe place to call home for the next 5-10 years while longer term renewal plans for Telopea are developed. The 13-hectare site sits within walking distance of the newly opened Light Rail stop on the Parramatta line. Member for Parramatta Donna Davis said she is pleased the decision to demolish the Three Sisters has been reversed. “Refurbishing these 148 units to provide housing for around 240 vulnerable members of our community is a responsible approach to take,” she added. Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group. A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University, she is a journalism Major. Ellie has worked with Universal Media, The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations. In 2024, Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards. All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueA team of 18 shearers alongside a dozen wool handlers and 13 of the farm's staff worked from 7am to 5.15pm over the course of nearly 40 days to shear 98,570 sheep they burst through 3600 sheep a day and in total will be drip fed into various markets over the coming months Telopea Downs farm manager Drew Maxwell said the clip was a major team effort and thanked all those involved Contractor South East Shearing Pty Ltd supplied the entire sheep shearing and wool handling team for the job "We just deal with the contractor and he's the one that supplies the teams," Mr Maxwell said The Telopea team shore at the two separate locations Eureka as one and nearby Blue Hills and Glenalpine paired as the second There was some overlap between the two sites with 67,925 sheep shore at Eureka over 36 days and 30,645 sheep shore at Blue Hills and Glen Alpine over 30 Eureka was home to Telopea Downs' brand new state of the art 12 stand wool shed There were eight stands at Blue Hills and six at Glenalpine The Telopea team spent their days rounding up the thousands of sheep and bringing them through the yards while the shearers and handlers worked away "It was probably up on last year," Mr Maxwell said believing the clip was one of the largest in Australia Maria Gyns was wool classer at Eureka during the clip and Doug Millhouse classed at Blue Hills The farm clipped 90,000 sheep in 2023 and Mr Maxwell believed a number between 95,000 and 100,000 was the sweet spot for the land area Telopea Downs covered 47,661 hectares and as there were 10,000ha cropped this year The McBride family owned the extensive property and Mr Maxwell had worked for them for 23 years The mega-flock consisted of medium wool Merinos Mr Maxwell said the farm had experienced a "very tight autumn and spring" with sheep fed right up until lambing and again from marking the farm had to buy in extra grain this year and it was anticipated that more hay purchases would be required Barry is a journalist with Australian Community Media's Stock & Land where he reports on all aspects of agriculture. 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By continuing, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy Get your intro offer.  It looks like your email isn't registered yet—let’s get you set up We've sent a code to the below email.  The Minns government is reviving stalled public housing redevelopment projects that have been hindered by high interest rates and labour shortages showcasing its refurbishment of the “Three Sisters” mid-century housing block in Sydney suburb Telopea as an example of what can be done which replaced the Carlingford Line with frequent trams the Wade Street Towers site will return 148 public housing units to the system after a failed redevelopment deal The mid-rise buildings stand out for their higher architectural and construction standards compared to most public housing complexes The previous Coalition government’s policy involved selling inner-city public estates to developers in exchange for a share of affordable housing units many estates became hubs of intergenerational disadvantage due to concentrated poverty Developer Frasers had planned a large-scale redevelopment in Telopea Housing Minister Rose Jackson reclaimed the lots we ended the Liberal/Nationals’ dud deal that left Telopea at a standstill and nearly 150 homes empty in the middle of a housing crisis practical approach to getting homes built quickly,” Jackson said “We have taken more action in one year than the former government did in 12 The future of Sydney’s public housing remains uncertain especially regarding mixed redevelopment projects Many buildings are at or near the end of their lifespan due to poor construction while more durable complexes like the Three Sisters are being reactivated Work on the Wade Street Towers is expected to finish by year’s end providing 240 residents with housing for five to 10 years while long-term renewal plans for Telopea take shape “This marks the first anniversary of Homes NSW created by the Minns government to unify public housing management and fix a broken system,” Jackson stated Jackson was also involved in the controversial winery lunch with former transport minister Jo Haylen who resigned after using a ministerial chauffeur for the trip Housing Delivery Authority to shoulder NSW council workload for development approvals Already a subscriber? Log in The refurbishment of the site's 148 units is set for completion by the end of the year The refurbishment of the Wade Street Towers in Telopea marking a move to repurpose nearly 150 vacant public housing units these units are now being revitalised as part of the NSW Government’s effort to address housing needs within the Australian state The project’s initiation coincides with the one-year anniversary of Homes NSW an agency established by the NSW Government to centralise the management of public homes and tenants and to repair a reportedly fragmented public housing system The refurbishment announcement comes following the termination of the “dud-deal” partnership by the government with Frasers which would have resulted in the demolition and privatisation of the towers The completion of the refurbishment project is expected to provide housing for approximately 240 residents for the next five to ten years while long-term renewal plans for the area are developed The refurbishment of the 148 units at Wade Street Towers is anticipated to be completed by the end of the year Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis This initiative is part of the broader A$6.6bn ($4.14bn) ‘Building Homes for NSW Programme’ which aims to construct up to 30,000 homes in addition to 8,400 public homes within the state NSW Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson said: “Last year we put an end to the Liberal/National’s dud-deal which left the future of Telopea at a standstill and nearly 150 homes sitting empty in the middle of a housing crisis This is a common-sense practical approach to help tackle the housing crisis and get homes built quickly.” “We have taken more action in one year than the former [state] government made in 12 years Last month, the NSW Housing Delivery Authority began accepting expressions of interest for large-scale housing developments and received nearly 100 proposals within the first three weeks of operation Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network but the page you are looking for doesn't exist Email: admin@theaustraliatoday.com.au Phone: +61 (03) 8375 0295 © Designed with ❤ Media Clock There are about 24,000 Sydney homes considered "inactive" dwellings according the Australian Bureau of Statistics Link copiedShareShare articleStanding tall and looming over their neighbourhoods are apartment towers with no residents inside These ghost buildings paint a picture of development woes amid an ongoing housing crisis nationwide Estimates from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) suggest there are up to 140,000 "inactive" homes in Australia Dwellings are considered inactive when there are no signs of recent use Are there housing and urban planning issues you know about? 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This week, the ABC tracked down the owners of empty Sydney houses to try and find out why they had been left unoccupied entire apartment blocks are also a piece of the puzzle We found out the stories behind five empty buildings Huntley was once envisioned by its development team as a "vibrant community centrepiece" The Pendle Hill apartment tower in Western Sydney is a short walk from "everything you need" — including a train station eateries and the recently revamped Civic Park a former community hall and abandoned sports club were knocked down to build 66 residential units with commercial space and parking and was subsequently listed and withdrawn for sale a number of times after the mid-rise building on Civic Avenue remains empty to this day boarded up panels and construction fencing blocking off its entrances suggest otherwise or stop work orders in place for the address with the state government's building commission Its developer, the infamous Dyldam group, went into administration in January 2022 The proprietary company which holds the land title was put into liquidation in March this year An ASIC investigation said the company failed in part due to a significant increase in construction and interest costs between the commencement of the development and the company being placed in liquidation Attempts to reach the two directors, including Dyldam Developments's Sam Fayad A local resident told ABC News that a "lot of work was going on" in the area more broadly but it was a "shame" Huntley was "fenced off" it could be home to many families looking for a home," they said adding that it would be an ideal spot for students or staff at the nearby Westmead Hospital A spokesperson for Cumberland City Council said DA consent was given for the development of the Civic Avenue site "Council is awaiting further information from the applicant regarding the construction and occupation of the building," they said were contacted for comment about its status Described as "dilapidated and unsafe" by a local resident the apartment block on the corner of William and Francis Street in Leichhardt has been unoccupied for about six years The 12 residential apartments in Sydney's inner-west are near a large park the Italian Forum and the Leichhardt North light rail station But the graffitied and rusted building with broken windows and overgrown grass stands out among the family homes that surround it there were visions for the site to be turned into a motel and a boarding house that did not eventuate The apartment block was sold in 2018 to a registered company for nearly $4 million according to property data The ABC was told there was community outrage when the tenants at the time were vacated and the apartments left to sit empty in the years that passed It had fallen into ruin and seen squatters and youth taking advantage of the space before a fence was erected The property was put back on market in March 2023 and was sold a couple of months later A real estate listing described it as a "shovel-ready" development site that offers "versatility and the potential for further uplift" subject to council approval The real estate agent said the new owner's plans were unclear at this point in time and that the council had "condemned the site" A development application to build four three-story townhouses in place of the apartments this year was given a deemed refusal status after the council did not reach a determination within a 40-day period An appeal was lodged with the Land and Environment Court earlier this month Both the current and former owners declined to comment an old housing estate known as the "Three Sisters" sits vacant The three apartment towers on Sturt Street are within walking distance of the new light rail stop on the Parramatta line set to open next month There were big visions for the "aging" 13-hectare site under the Berejiklian government which was meant to transform it into a "new integrated community and vibrant town centre" But fast track nearly five years and it is still at an assessment stage following submissions The $1.8 billion renewal proposal in 2019 planned to demolish the Three Sisters and replace it with about 4,500 new homes Part of that target was approximately 1,300 affordable and social housing dwellings with the rest sold to the private market The residents in 211 of the current units were relocated last July Minister for Housing Rose Jackson said the stalled project was the "result of the previous government's dud deal with a private developer" after selling off public assets "The earliest public housing could be delivered under this agreement is 2029," she said adding the project's expedition was a "major priority" for the government we cannot afford vacant properties and stagnant construction." Nearly 500 properties within the Telopea Urban Renewal Project are owned by the NSW government and are being developed by Frasers Property A spokesperson for the Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) said it was currently assessing a Homes NSW development proposal for the staged redevelopment of the estate and the first stage of construction "A final determination is expected shortly The Applicant proposes to redevelop the Telopea Estate over three stages with an estimated overall construction time of 15 to 20 years," they said Frasers Property said they could not disclose any information in relation the site's development due to confidentiality arrangements There are 43,000 privately-owned properties that remain vacant in NSW according to the experimental ABS housing data Land law expert Cathy Sherry from Macquarie University told ABC News the "hundreds of thousands of dollars a year in capital gains" owners can make compared to charging rent is part of the reason why so many homes are being left vacant She warned there was "no silver bullet" to solve the issue "The problem is that Australia has in the last 30 years basically exclusively relied on the private sector to build our housing and that was just never going to work," Professor Sherry said Earlier this month, the NSW government announced hundreds of new affordable homes in North Eveleigh Kellyville and Camden after an audit of public land It said more sites would be announced in the coming months and the dwellings would be delivered in partnership with the private sector However, government-owned land in Camperdown near the CBD was sold the day prior to private developers with no requirement for any social or affordable housing to be built. Nicole Gurran, an urban planner and policy analyst at the University of Sydney, said there had been a gradual increase in vacancies across the Australian housing stock over the last two decades. The unoccupied dwelling rate in Greater Sydney from the last census was recorded at 8.3 per cent, compared to 7.7 in the 2016 census. Professor Gurran said the issue was not a growing problem, but rather a consistent feature of the housing system. "If it was going the other direction, if we're seeing less vacancy in the housing stock ... I think it would give us evidence that we've got a housing shortage," she said. "[It] tells us that the housing problem isn't a shortage of dwellings, it's a shortage of dwellings that are affordable and available for people on low and moderate incomes." Vacant apartment blocks and towers can come down to development issues, ongoing works, or not having an occupation certificate yet to allow people to move in, Professor Gurran said. "I think it's very good that we've got a regulatory system that makes sure to the best of their ability that properties are safe and fit for habitation before they're occupied." We found out the stories behind some of Sydney's empty homes by tracking down owners using property data and other public records and knocking on doors. Director of group Australian Apartment Advocacy Samantha Reece agreed it isn't a matter of supply, but rather of allocation. She said she would like to see governments enforce a quota in new and vacant apartment blocks for social and essential worker housing, with incentives such as bonus height allowances or financial concessions for investors and developers. "The federal government and each state government is being pressured by the development sector to allow for more apartments to be built," Ms Reece said. "From our perspective, anyone who is providing social housing is not a developer, because they're focused on profits and they're looking for the best premium properties with the premium land — that's [the development sector's] focus." Professor Gurran said there was also strategic opportunity in utilising apartment buildings awaiting redevelopment for temporary use such as crisis accommodation or transitional housing.  "You want to have all your financial incentives and disincentives operating, to encourage people to use housing for accommodating permanent residents," she said. In NSW, the Minns government has committed to delivering 377,000 new homes by 2029.  "If we ... can get a cultural change in construction and development in Sydney, almost a change in the mentality in how cities grow, how towns take shape, then we can meet that target year-in-year-out in the years ahead," Premier Chris Minns said. Why Trump wants to reopen an infamous US prison — and whether it's possibleTopic:Explainer CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Wollstonecraft Station upgrade is complete and the station is now accessible easier and more convenient travel for all customers Transport for NSW would like to thank the community for their continued support and cooperation during the upgrade work we invited the community to share their thoughts on a public art proposal for a mural at Wollstonecraft Station we received 292 submissions and would like to thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on the most suitable theme and style for the artwork We are pleased to announce “a celebration of Country” was the most popular theme and Indigenous art the most popular art style Feedback received during this consultation has been considered by the project team and the preferred theme and style will inform the artist’s design brief.   The artist will be engaged in close consultation with Transport’s Aboriginal Engagement team and key stakeholders with work on the mural expected to be complete in 2023 Please visit the Wollstonecraft Station webpage for information on station facilities and transport services.  Transport for NSW would like to thank the community for their feedback during the planning process Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country We pay respect to traditional custodians and Elders past and present Canberra’s old suburbs in the inner north and inner south boast vivid displays of colour One of the best things about Canberra is that the city has four distinct seasons Autumn is a hot favourite among locals and visitors Canberra’s leafy streetscapes take on vibrant red and orange hues making for a picturesque backdrop to our landmarks and attractions Check out City Services’ interactive map that will guide you to some of the most striking autumnal displays You can also submit your own photos of autumn streetscapes that are not already on the map Here are some of the best spots to find autumn foliage Go for a stroll and feel the crisp crunch of leaves beneath your shoes while you enjoy the scenic views The Lake offers some of the best views of Canberra at any time of the year but is particularly breathtaking in autumn Take a walk along the foreshore where you can find beautiful oak trees and poplars showcasing a spectacular tapestry of colour cityscape and autumn leaves make for the perfect snap With its mix of mature exotic and native trees Telopea Park boasts beautiful foliage in autumn white brittle gum and California big trees present a kaleidoscope of colour There’s also bike and pedestrian paths Lennox Gardens is home to Canberra Beijing Garden and Canberra Nara Peace Park and has a variety of gorgeous gardens to explore There is an English-style formal garden and Japanese plantings Grab a coffee from nearby Manuka before enjoying a peaceful stroll down what is considered by many to be Canberra’s prettiest street The American elm trees transform to a display of vivid reds The older inner north and inner south suburbs offer stunning boulevards and streets lined with vibrant autumn colours Yarralumla and Deakin in the south and Ainslie and O’Connor in the north have some of Canberra’s best streets for autumnal displays Take in the city with some height from the Arboretum where you can see panoramic views of Canberra’s autumn canopy The Arboretum also boasts one of Canberra’s best playgrounds for the kids to enjoy as well as an excellent café to warm up in after exploring the trees To see a full list, map and images of autumn foliage in Canberra, visit our autumn leaves map. 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five buildings up to 22 storeys creating 1400 apartments in part of the core precinct near the Telopea Rail Station The entire project would have three precincts and include a new retail precinct community centre and a combined church and residential aged care facility as well as open space “The proposal is consistent with the strategic policy framework delivering a range of housing types and sizes to meet the needs of different households,” the application states “The provision of social housing creates opportunities to directly combat homelessness and relieve housing stress for low-income households.” Sydney was already one of the most expensive cities in the world before the pandemic and prices have increased 20.9 per cent in the past year Plus Architecture has designed stage one of the Telopea development and said it reflected the character of the suburb with a shared brick base “The Sydney blue gum forest and textures of the eucalyptus trees are brought into the proposed built form to establish harmony between nature and built environment,” the design statement said “The proposal creates a variety of architectural expression across the five .. “While the buildings share some of the materials they are all unique and different while being part of a family with a shared base and ground plane.” Frasers have a number of large-scale projects in progress including a $2.5-billion tech central project with Dexus and the $2.2-billion Ivanhoe Estate in Macquarie Park A single positive trace of bonded asbestos has been identified in recycled mulch in a garden bed of the Parramatta Light Rail project at Telopea The fragment of bonded asbestos – which is considered low risk – was identified by testing undertaken at 2 sites across the project The NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has been notified and the affected area has been fenced off The adjacent 5.7km shared walking and bike-riding path from Carlingford to Tramway Avenue in Parramatta remains open and is safe to use Transport for NSW continues working closely with the EPA to assist its wide-ranging investigation We thank the community for their patience and understanding while we work through the next steps and will update them as more information becomes available Read the official media release We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture Telopea image from NSW Land and Housing Corporation The announcement that expressions of interest are sought from the private sector to revitalise Telopea demonstrates the value of Government working with the private development industry “The Telopea project follows on from the successful outcome for the Ivanhoe precinct where social and affordable dwellings are provided to Government by allowing significant numbers of market apartments to be built,” says Urban Taskforce CEO “The outstanding design of a mixed use precinct at Ivanhoe can now occur at the Telopea site.” “Telopea has a light rail station and the potential to develop a new town centre with a public plaza The private sector development industry will be very interested in the Telopea revitalisation project This is another example of turning the vision of the ‘Communities Plus’ program into reality by working with the private sector.” “The scale of the Telopea project where 600 old social housing dwellings will be replaced by 1,000 social and affordable dwellings as well as 2,500 market apartments demonstrates the value of developing a more urban character with greater densities than Sydney’s typical suburban form of housing.” “The Waterloo housing estate will presumably be part of the Communities Plus program at some stage driven partly by the location of a metro station adjacent to the precinct By generating greater density and height around metro rail and light rail stations the Government is reinforcing the shift to public transport while housing Sydney’s growing population.” Urban Taskforce Australia © 2018 | Web Design by Quikclicks Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Telopea Park School became first ACT school to win the Todd Woodbridge Cup at Sydney Olympic Park on Monday Telopea Park won the ACT finals in September to face 19 regional-winning schools from across NSW and swept their pool before taking down St Patrick's Albury in the final Telopea Park School students and Todd Woodbridge at Sydney Olympic Park The tennis tournament for primary school students uses modified courts and low compression balls for the kids to try their best and enjoy the unique experience to play at Sydney Olympic Park and to have fun," Telopea Park teacher Cathy Marot said “It was really nice to see them playing with other schools and they saw some other kids they knew from playing tennis tournaments.” Canberra coach Robbie Manzano had trained the team for five months leading into the event Telopea Park won the ACT finals in September to face 19 regional-winning schools from across NSW and swept their pool before taking down St Patrick's Albury in the final for the kids to try their best and enjoy the unique experience to play at Sydney Olympic Park and to have fun,\\\"\\u00A0Telopea Park teacher Cathy Marot said \\u201CIt was really nice to see them playing with other schools and they saw some other kids they knew from playing tennis tournaments.\\u201D The Abdallah family – who lost three children in a car crash in February last year – have been robbed by a masked intruder in their home in north-west Sydney Leila Abdallah - pictured with her husband Danny outside court after the sentencing of the driver who killed their children - was at home when an intruder robbed the house.Credit: Louise Kennerley was in the kitchen looking at photos of her children when she saw the man near the front door CCTV captured the man – wearing black track pants and a dark blue hoodie – running away from the house and hopping into a white Audi S3 sedan It was later discovered the man had taken jewellery handbags and other possessions from the upstairs bedrooms Mrs Abdallah said the material value of the possessions was not important but some of the items had sentimental value linked to her children This watch reminds me of me and Angelina walking to the store to buy this watch So it’s a bit sentimental for us and invading our privacy,” she said calling on the man to listen to his conscience Mrs Abdallah is concerned the man may have taken an iPhone that belonged to her late son Anthony and that contains a trove of treasured photos The man may have been inside for 10 minutes ransacking the bedrooms Police have called on the man and the driver of the Audi to turn themselves in noting the ordeal the Abdallahs had faced since three of their children the victims of the Telopea incident have endured an incredible ordeal,” Detective Superintendent Darryl Jobson “And I appeal to the conscience of the people responsible for this crime to hand themselves in to the police and I also appeal to them to return the property of those victims.” He also called for tip-offs from the community about the men so they could face charges Detective Superintendent Jobson said Mrs Abdallah and a friend who was present during the incident were “shaken and unsettled” Police believe the robbery was opportunistic and not intentionally targeting the Abdallah family The same men are believed to have then attempted another robbery in nearby Dundas is thought to have been stolen from North Rocks earlier this week Our Morning Edition newsletter is a curated guide to the most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up here The Abdallah family \\u2013 who lost three children in a car crash in February last year \\u2013 have been robbed by a masked intruder in their home in north-west Sydney Leila Abdallah \\u2013 the mother of Antony \\u2013 was at home in Telopea when she found the unknown man inside about 11.45am on Wednesday CCTV captured the man \\u2013 wearing black track pants and a dark blue hoodie \\u2013 running away from the house and hopping into a white Audi S3 sedan So it\\u2019s a bit sentimental for us and invading our privacy,\\u201D she said God knows who he is,\\u201D Mrs Abdallah said the victims of the Telopea incident have endured an incredible ordeal,\\u201D Detective Superintendent Darryl Jobson \\u201CAnd I appeal to the conscience of the people responsible for this crime to hand themselves in to the police and I also appeal to them to return the property of those victims.\\u201D Detective Superintendent Jobson said Mrs Abdallah and a friend who was present during the incident were \\u201Cshaken and unsettled\\u201D Our Morning Edition newsletter is a curated guide to the most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up\\u00A0here 05 Jan 2019 • 2m read • View Author telopea-rezoned-master-plan-1732012422.png The Hon. Anthony Roberts, Minister for Planning and Housing, NSW Government recently announced the rezoning of Telopea in suburban Sydney, an initiative that aims to create a more vibrant community complete with better transport connections, more open space, and greater choice of housing. According to Roberts, the rezoning effort will bring to life the master plan for Telopea, developed by the NSW Government with valuable input from the community. Member for Parramatta, Geoff Lee says rezoning will ensure Telopea is a strong and resilient community for years to come. According to Lee, the rezoning has also put in place protection for the heritage-listed home ‘Redstone’ by altering the development to protect the landscape and setting of this important property. 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. We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. The Telopea Park School community has slammed the ACT government's "complete lack of consultation and transparency" about the future of a historic block of land adjacent to Manuka Oval. The 87-year-old tennis courts on the Montgomery Oval were given to the primary school in the 1970s to accommodate a growing number of students and have been used by school ever since. But in February the future of the block was thrown into uncertainty when the government proposed a land swap deal to assist the Canberra Services Club, which was destroyed by fire three years ago. The government proposed the land used by the Manuka Occasional Child Care Association be sold to the services club, with the child care centre to relocate to the Montgomery Oval tennis courts. To compensate for the loss, the ACT government committed $800,000 for the construction of new sporting facilities at the school to compensate the loss of the tennis courts. But the Telopea Parents and Citizens Association remain opposed to the land swap deal and are outraged by government's lack of consultation and diminishing students. "All communication from the government has consisted of last minute declarative statements of what is about to happen," said association president Paul Haesler. "It remains unclear how the land will be used and how the potential development of the land would impact on the school and surrounding area." In a letter from the Treasury and Economic Development Directorate on Thursday, a spokeswoman told the school community the government was committed to improving transparency. "I regret that the school community was not consulted about a transfer of part of the playing fields and any confusion that resulted," she said. "The transfer of the lease is complete and the due diligence on the block is being undertaken in order to release the block to the market this calendar year. "This due diligence includes a full traffic impact assessment of the development and the wider Manuka Oval redevelopment." But despite assurances from the government and the promise of replacement facilities, the school community remains opposed to the redevelopment of the block. "We are going to fight this as hard as we possibly can," Mr Haesler said. Mr Haesler is not the only representative to oppose the land swap with MOCCA revealing its opposition in the Sunday Canberra Times earlier this month. In the Treasury and Economic Development letter, the spokeswoman said government would sell the current MOCCA site to the Canberra Services Club, with the land on Montgomery Oval to be sold for a childcare centre. "MOCCA has the opportunity to purchase this land or alternatively if a private developer purchases the land they will be required to rent the facility to MOCCA for an agreed amount of time," she said. An Education and Training Directorate spokesman said the government had allocated funding to ensure the tennis courts could be replaced on school grounds. "The funding will enable replacement courts of a far superior standard than those currently located on Montgomery Oval," he said. "The Education and Training Directorate has engaged a consultant to work with the school to ensure the best outcome for students through the new sporting facilities." The Telopea Park School community has slammed the ACT government's \\\"complete lack of consultation and transparency\\\" about the future of a historic block of land adjacent to Manuka Oval. But the Telopea Parents and Citizens Association remain opposed to the land swap deal and are outraged by government's lack of consultation and diminishing students. \\\"All communication from the government has consisted of last minute declarative statements of what is about to happen,\\\" said association president Paul Haesler. \\\"It remains unclear how the land will be used and how the potential development of the land would impact on the school and surrounding area.\\\" \\\"I regret that the school community was not consulted about a transfer of part of the playing fields and any confusion that resulted,\\\" she said. \\\"The transfer of the lease is complete and the due diligence on the block is being undertaken in order to release the block to the market this calendar year. \\\"This due diligence includes a full traffic impact assessment of the development and the wider Manuka Oval redevelopment.\\\" \\\"We are going to fight this as hard as we possibly can,\\\" Mr Haesler said. \\\"MOCCA has the opportunity to purchase this land or alternatively if a private developer purchases the land they will be required to rent the facility to MOCCA for an agreed amount of time,\\\" she said. \\\"The funding will enable replacement courts of a far superior standard than those currently located on Montgomery Oval,\\\" he said. \\\"The Education and Training Directorate has engaged a consultant to work with the school to ensure the best outcome for students through the new sporting facilities.\\\" The ACT Government continues to deliver new schools, including the new high school in East Gungahlin, due to open in 2024. A second college for Gungahlin is at the centre of the biggest ever infrastructure investment in ACT public schools. The additional funding in the 2023-24 ACT Budget brings the total ACT Government investment in new and upgraded public schools to more than $800 million. This will be spent over the next four years to meet the needs of a growing Canberra. This investment includes funding for the building of a second college in Gungahlin, to be located in Nicholls. The new college, planned to open before the end of the decade, will have an initial capacity of 800 students, with room to expand in future to 1100 students if required. It will feature state-of-the-art learning environments and have facilities for community use. This second college for Gungahlin will meet the need to increase college places in Canberra’s north to match projected enrolment growth. Funding is also included in the 2023-24 ACT Budget to modernise Telopea Park School (secondary), which will also increase the school’s permanent capacity by 500 places and cater to enrolment growth in the Inner South. The Government will also fund roofing upgrades at Latham Primary School, Gowrie Primary School, Red Hill Primary School and Telopea Park School. There will also be infrastructure upgrades at Cranleigh School and Black Mountain School to ensure the continued delivery of high-quality specialist education services across the north of Canberra. Feasibility, planning and design work will be funded for a new college in the Molonglo Valley, as well as modernisation projects for Fraser Primary School, North Ainslie Primary School and Forrest Primary School. The projects are in addition to the funding for infrastructure works already underway across ACT public schools, including the annual Public School Infrastructure Renewal Program projects announced last week. As the ACT celebrates 50 years of ACT public education, the ACT Government continues to deliver new schools, including the new high school in East Gungahlin (open 2024) and the new high school in North Gungahlin (open 2025). This Budget also provides additional funding to meet cost pressures impacting on construction projects already underway at Garran Primary School, the new primary school in Strathnairn and the new high school in North Gungahlin. These initiatives contribute to the wellbeing domain of Education and life-long learning. ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr has apologised for the "lack of definitive answers" during the process Link copiedShareShare articleTelopea Park School will keep its tennis courts after the ACT Government backed down on its controversial Manuka land-swap deal The Government was planning to sell off the school's tennis courts as a childcare site allowing the Manuka Occasional Childcare Centre (MOCCA) site to become a new location for the Canberra Services Club The Canberra Services Club burnt down in 2011 just after Anzac Day commemorations were held at the site. Chief Minister Andrew Barr said alternative sites for MOCCA in Griffith were being considered so the tennis courts could be kept and their use expanded. "My announcement today is that the locks come off those gates, that the tennis courts are retained for school and community use, and that these facilities will be available for the general public to utilise out of school hours," he said. "I acknowledge that this issue and the lack of definitive answers at various points in the process has caused grief and I apologise for that." The decision came after persistent opposition from the Telopea Park School community, determined to retain the school's existing tennis court facility. Telopea Park School's Parents and Community Association president Paul Haesler described the handling of the decision making process as "disgraceful". "All the decisions were made behind locked doors and information was bled out very slowly and painfully," he said. "We're relieved the Government has finally come to its senses." Parents and friends of Telopea Park School had feared their concerns were being ignored. "We were concerned with the loss of land as an inner city, land-locked school with a large student population," Mr Haesler said. "To take away such a large chunk of our playing fields makes a big difference to our school." Mr Haesler said unlike other ACT Government schools, Telopea Park School did not have the luxury of an adjacent public oval for sporting activities. "The only public oval near us is Manuka oval and we can't use that," he said. "The land is really important to us and to the future growth of the school." Director of the Manuka Occasional Childcare Association Robby McGarvey said she was relieved to have some certainty for the future of the childcare centre. "MOCCA won't have to leave the premises until 2020 and we're happy about that," she said. "If the Government needs the land, we're happy to stand aside, but we need a plan for MOCCA and we hope that will be a priority for the ACT Government." 20 November 2018 | Tennis ACT Telopea Park School has become the first ACT school to win the Todd Woodbridge Cup after claiming the title at Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre on Monday. Established in 2016, the competition for Year 3 and 4 students uses modified courts and low compression red balls.  The competition encourages participation, providing a positive experience playing tennis, growing friendships and giving students the opportunity to represent their school in a team environment. After winning the ACT State Final in September, Telopea Park progressed to the finals to compete against 19 schools from all across NSW who had won their regional events.  After going through five pool rounds undefeated they progressed through to the final where they defeated St Patrick’s School, Albury. Telopea Park School PE Coordinator, Cathy Marot was pleasantly surprised to come away with the victory, with the kids enjoying the social aspect of the day. “We didn’t go there to win, we went there to participate, be part of it, for the kids to try their best and enjoy the unique experience to play at Sydney Olympic Park and to have fun. “It was really nice to see them playing with other schools, it was nice to see them mixing, and they saw some other kids they knew from playing tennis tournaments.” The team has been training for the event for the past five months, working with their local coach, Robbie Manzano. “When we heard about the event, we worked with Robbie, who is associated with the school for tennis.  He has several programs, including a walk to tennis program from our school. “On Friday lunchtimes, they would all get together and play.  It was a way to learn how to play together and communicate, compromise, and be nice to each other.  We talked about anybody who can be better, it’s good for the team, and you could feel the team spirit.” Tennis Australia School Competition Coordinator, Ben Dew, was pleased with the success of the day and hopes it will encourage participants on their tennis journey. “The aim is to give them a great experience in a team tennis environment that they can take back to their school and also transition into their local club and continue with their tennis.” The competition has seen rapid growth over the past three years with the 2018 Todd Woodbridge Cup consisting of 50 events played by 262 schools with 5041 kids participating across NSW and the ACT. Dew said the modified equipment along with a positive team environment were key to the competitions success. “It is a modified tennis competition that we haven’t had before, it’s something that is quite new and being able to run these events not only a tennis clubs, but at primary schools around the state that don’t have tennis courts, has been a key factor in getting more Todd Woodbridge Cup events. “It’s really pleasing to see kids having a positive first experience of tennis competition.  It’s a team environment and it’s modified, and more of a focus on having fun and being inclusive,” Dew added. Send help right to the people and causes you care about Our Trust & Safety team works around the clock to keep our community safe A masterplan for the precinct presents a vision for increased density around the Telopea rail station. The two sites that form this development are the first within the precinct to be constructed. The first site, known as Shortland, is located at the north-western end of the precinct. The other, known as Moffatts, is located at the south-eastern end of the precinct. The buildings are residential, providing a total of 153 apartments, and shall be exclusively used as social housing by Housing NSW. © Ethan RohloffShortland is divided into two buildings of 6- and 5-storeys; Moffatts has a single building of 6-storeys. Due to the natural topography, the buildings are stepped along the street frontages. A common language of face brick, metal cladding and fenestration flow through the three buildings. The plans and sections of each vary, allowing differing characters to emerge, while providing a coherent materiality that knits the development together. © Ethan RohloffTelopea is typified by brick dwellings in a lush park setting. The siting of the buildings seeks to retain as many of the existing mature trees as possible, and to use the natural sloping topography to break down the overall scale of the new buildings. © Ethan RohloffThe landscape strategy addresses the previously ambiguous nature of land ownership that lead to poor use of green spaces, and the perception of poor security. The proposal clearly delineates the boundaries between public, communal and private open space. Moffatts - Typical PlanPassive environmental considerations include the wide use of corner and ‘through’ apartments that provide a dual-aspect Water reuse is implemented through the retention tanks Both sites incorporate solar PV cells on the roof Telopea Social Housing was the recently awarded 2013 NSW Australian Institute of Architects Award for Multiple Housing 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 suppliedIt could have been the most spectacular culture clash of all time Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueAnd yet Telopea Park School Canberra's oldest public school and one of the only public bilingual schools in Australia when the Australian government signed a treaty with the French government to set up a French-Australian school in Canberra it wasn't quite clear how it would all work that's how it looks in hindsight; I was in the first group in 1984 to start a bilingual education in Canberra my two kids are there doing the same thing having two distinct curricula and learning philosophies working in tandem Opened in 1923 for the kids of public servants brickwork employees and construction workers - the capital's founders and builders - Telopea was an essential public service that grew and morphed over the years to accommodate a growing city and changing educational landscape enrolments were dwindling and the school had to make tough decisions around its future Teaming up with the French government certainly did the trick; today places for kids in the primary school are highly sought after and hard to get especially if you don't speak French or have any connection to French culture and French or Francophone families get priority with all the problems that entails in the Canberra public system There are plans to extend in the next few years Picture suppliedPrimary kids can choose to continue in the French stream throughout high school and many do; some even go on to complete the famously tough French Baccalaureate But the kids complete the French curriculum almost in tandem with their peers in France while also meeting the requirements of the Australian syllabus Current principal Jason Holmes says navigating the cultural differences between the two teaching systems is one of his biggest challenges Principal of Telopea Jason Holmes in one of the corridors of the 100-year-old school that back when I was in primary school at the 1980s and '90s the younger grades spend around 80 per cent of the time in French) The French teachers then were mainly young men doing their foreign service when conscription was still a thing over there Holmes is mildly shocked; nowadays the teachers are provided by the French government's education department and come here on secondment for anywhere up to six years But one thing that hasn't changed is the unavoidable culture clash The French are very different to the Australians and nowhere is this more marked than in the education system and lives on the wrong side of town for his own kids to attend He's on a learning curve as much as the teachers Australians are far more laid back - the cliche is well and truly borne out in Telopea's classrooms we've spent a bit of time trying to build understanding so that we get a clearer idea of what are the requirements What are the cultural norms that are specifically French "And where do we actually need to help our community understand that it operates this way Australians are far more laid back - the cliche is well and truly borne out in Telopea's classrooms I have this confirmed by the school's current proviseur and before that taught at a French school in Lithuania Agence pour L'enseignment Francais a l'Etranger or the Agency for French Education Abroad and many of the teachers who land here have already taught abroad in other countries Picture suppliedWhen it comes to Australia Llopis says the differences between the two curricula is stark "The French program is really founded from an academic perspective - that is competencies and homework," she says (in French which I later translate - my time at Telopea has paid off) "Lots of discipline in terms of respect for a program that's quite challenging at the academic level there's more emphasis on the wellbeing of the student Australian kids sitting at a computer are encouraged to be creative and learn new things rather than sticking to the French framework "I find there's more freedom given to kids and less emphasis on achievements relating to marks and testing and more emphasis on wellbeing and personal growth," she says Lachlan Li Year 9 and Madeleine Radnedge Year 7 (back) Picture by Keegan CarrollShe says the hardest thing for French teachers to get used to in Australia is the rhythm of the school year kids are at school from 8am to between 4.30 and 6pm obey their time-honoured tradition of a two-hour lunch break and a three-course meal served in the middle of the day - no playing only eating - and are horrified here by the hastily scoffed sandwiches and running around in school playgrounds Holmes says the school is very conscious of the differences between the two systems and the challenges new French teachers sometimes face Telopea's earliest teachers in the 1920s Picture supplied"One of the things that is really clear is that when French teachers come here they work under the regulations and requirements of the ACT and so we run a pretty significant induction program," he says "And one of the first things we talk about is in relation to students And then we continue to work with the staff around that What we do know is it's much stricter in French classrooms And it's much more direct in how the teachers talk to students." Holmes admits to some bemusement when parents object to the different teaching styles "It's one of those things that I struggle with a little bit because we have people who sign up for this amazing opportunity to be embedded in French language and culture and learning .. but they don't want the French language cultural learning!" says grappling with the two systems was never a chore for her She was principal at the school for 10 years and deputy for five and says it's important to understand the different philosophies that underpin the two systems "You have to remember that French secondary teachers teach their subject The French teachers will not do playground duty in France "It's a model that Australia could morph into so that teachers are given the support of other people being in their classroom." She says it was also important for her to help French families who were in Canberra on diplomatic postings or other short-term arrangements to adjust as well I didn't see it as something which was difficult for me It was something that I enjoyed doing," she says "Most teachers love it - [they] go back and say they've grown because of it." She's also scathing of the ACT education directorate for its laissez faire attitude when it comes to all that Telopea has achieved "I think they've been rather complacent in not celebrating the fact that there is a school which is approaching 100 years old but there's limited acceptance and limited understanding Holmes hopes the kids themselves will one day understand the magnitude of what they've been handed; there's oodles of research showing the benefits of learning more than one language "I've absolutely enjoyed coming into the school and learning about it and it blows my mind the opportunity that kids get at this school," she says "I don't know that they appreciate it all the time." I'm quite comfortable with the whole thing ingrained in me as a kind of muscle memory But maybe this is just my personality; I know other kids didn't benefit adding this seemingly unnecessary layer of difficulty and challenge to the already fraught years of early childhood and school But have they ever heard an Aussie kid speak French they should understand that Telopea really does have the best of both worlds Even Llopis is keen to point out what she admires most about the Australian system - our sense of fun and our love for a good party is the emphasis on shows - there are lots of shows and spectacles," she says "The Year 10s put on a big show at the end of the year for their graduation ceremony and I was amazed because we would never do that in France." I think it's wonderful and I wish we did that in France." As features editor at The Canberra Times, I love telling people things they didn't know - or even things they've always known - about the city we live in. Today's top stories curated by our news team Don't miss updates on news about the Public Service 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 Your exclusive preview of David Pope's latest cartoon Join our weekly poll for Canberra Times readers We've selected the best reading for your weekend Get the latest property and development news here 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 This is probably not the page you’re looking for Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueNew details of the aborted land swap plan have been revealed in documents recently released under freedom of information rules including concerns among bureaucrats that "a spotlight" was on the process from the school community and the media which in turn would make way for a rebuilt Canberra Services Club and housing development The unpopular plan was dumped after Greens Minister Shane Rattenbury intervened in June, asking Mr Barr to find an alternative site for the childcare centre The new documents show a planned subdivision was first mooted in 2014 a private engineer contractor asked for more information about the site's development from the Chief Minister Treasury and Economic Development Directorate suggesting extra space on the school land could be turned into a mixed use or residential development An email chain between officials at the government's Land Development Agency and a private engineering firm on February 2 said although some legal documents had been signed "the Telopea school has not been advised by the Education Department that the school [land] is being transferred to the Land Development Agency" The agency project officer warned that no contractors should go to the site until the transfer was complete The contractor responded to say the company understood the circumstances and would wait for more information The warning came days after Education Directorate boss Diane Joseph wrote to the agency to formalise the release of the land's lease and asking officials to meet with the school to discuss the land swap deal In April, it was revealed that the Land Development Agency prepared a letter for school principal Kerrie Blain to explain to the land swap instructing her not to tell the school's board or the Parents and Citizens Association about the deal until the government had prepared a communications strategy Parents were angry when they were told of the plan in a letter on February 12 prompting a campaign of opposition from the Parents and Citizens Association The association said the then-secret plan had been discussed with Ms Blain at meetings on January 20 and February 9 a director told senior staff a meeting that week with Land Development Agency deputy head Dan Stewart and the school board included a commitment that only a childcare centre would be built on the land "There is a spotlight on this process now and Dan has committed to being consultative and informative with the school," the email said The government would not release dozens of documents about the aborted land swap plan records of consultation with third parties public service and ministerial correspondence valuation information and question time briefings Officials cited exemptions for release of the information More than 25 blank pages were also blocked from release under freedom of information Last week Mr Barr told the Legislative Assembly there was no urgency in consideration of other sites for the relocation "There is a process underway to examine a potential alternative site for the Manuka Occasional Care Centre in Griffith and that process will take some time and will involve community consultations," he said "I gave a commitment some months ago that there would be no requirement for MOCCA to move in this decade." 12 November 2019 | Tennis ACT Telopea Park School have claimed back-to-back titles in the Todd Woodbridge Cup ACT Final after defeating Mother Teresa Primary School 6 rubbers to two, on Monday 28 October at the Canberra Tennis Centre. The competition which is open to Year 3 and 4 students, is played on smaller modified courts suitable for red modified balls.  The competition is designed to encourage grass-roots tennis participation in schools and encourage a healthy and active lifestyle among children. Schools qualified for the ACT Final by finishing in the top two at their Regional Gala Day, with over 370 students competing at four events. Telopea Park School PE Coordinator, Cathy Marot, was pleased the team were able to retain their title, with tennis now having a big impact in the school. “Everybody was trying very hard to play their best game and to be a good sport. “Tennis has become a very strong sport at Telopea.  We do [tennis] during class time, during the term and then the kids give up their lunchtimes to come and play and practice together and they improve their communication and they become good friends.  It’s not only playing tennis, it’s being fair and cooperative to each other.” The day had a big impact on the participating players with the Telopea Park students saying, “It was very exciting, fun, it was a new experience for me, pretty sure for the rest of the team, and hope to do it again pretty soon.” “It was very fun, interesting, I hope the people in Year 3 coming into Year 4 will try to do it, win for us and keep the tradition going.” “We did a really good job and Team A will have a lot of fun in Sydney and the people who come next year will really enjoy it because it’s really fun and we all learn a lot of sportsmanship and we all become friends.” Mother Teresa Assistant Principal, Craig Hart said it was an enjoyable day out for the students. “The kids did a great job and most importantly had a lot of fun doing it.  It was an opportunity to take the skills we’ve been learning at school through the tennis program and showcase them on a scale all around the ACT which was great. Telopea Park will now progress to play for the Todd Woodbridge Cup in Sydney on Monday 18 November.  In 2018, Telopea became the first ACT team to claim the Todd Woodbridge Cup when they defeated St Patrick’s School, Albury in the final. Todd Woodbridge Cup ACT Final Participating Schools ABC News News HomeABC Rural Locals positive about Telopea Downs saleLucy BarbourABC Rural Link copiedShareShare articleForeign ownership of Australian farmland is a topic that can divide communities. But the sale of more than 40,000 hectares of farmland at Telopea Downs near the Victorian and South Australian border by Qatar-owned, Hassad Australia, has gone through without major protest. The land, which is made up of 10 different farms, is estimated to be worth $35 million and the land will be used for sheep breeding. Hassad Australia's southern operations manager, Peter Nilon, says the Australian branch of the company will have a large say in how the land is worked. "(The Qataris) would be the first to acknowledge that their knowledge (of local agriculture) is quite limited but they would also then respond by saying that is why we appoint an Australian management team, to give us that local knowledge and to run a viable business on their behalf." Mr Nilon says he plans to employ local workers and use local products to support nearby towns. Bruce Mcfarlane is the branch manager of Elders in Kaniva, one of the nearest towns to Telopea Downs. He says the community is feeling positive about the sale. "(Peter Nilon) has already purchased some small items from us here and hopefully that will increase and we're going to open an account from them and hope for big things." The best local news sent straight to your inbox every workday Make a donation and support the future of journalism and media diversity in the ACT A YEAR nine Telopea Park School student has been named the ACT Young Historian of the Year at the National History Challenge awards Chanhyeok (Kevin) Wang took out the top award in Canberra for his work which drew on primary and secondary sources to understand the world’s and Turkey’s attitudes towards the genocide within this year’s theme of “Contested Histories” federal Regional Education Minister Andrew Gee described Chanhyeok’s entry which examined the Armenian genocide and how it has been acknowledged as a clear demonstration of passion for exploring and understanding the past He also acknowledged the other winners from the ACT who represented other contested histories through essays This included students at Canberra Girls Grammar School with Lize Van der Walt winning the year 10 award Xuanwei Chen and Yesara Ratnaike won the year five to year six award Angeline Ross won the indigenous history award Yesara Ratnaike and Xuanwei Chen won the women’s history award and Cordelia Valentine won the museum exhibit award The Asia and Australia award went to three Burgmann Anglican School students including From Radford College Samuel Shaiyal Sharma won for the year 11-12 category and Canberra High School student Freya Morgan won the Australian wartime experiences award The Young Historian of the Year will be announced at a ceremony before the end of the year there’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in Canberra If you trust our work online and want to enforce the power of independent voices Every dollar of support is invested back into our journalism to help keep citynews.com.au strong and free Become a supporter 21-year-old Jamie Barry and 29-year-old Elliot Smith-Benzie are urgently being sought by police Jamal Fogarty has opened up on informing coach Ricky Stuart he would be leaving Canberra to accept a lucrative contract at Manly for 2026 Labor will move to cut student debt as its first re-election priority with the prime minister claiming a mandate to press forward with housing reform McBride have agreed to purchase Telopea Downs in western Victoria from Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund-owned Hassad Australia for a price of more than $70 million As foreshadowed in The Australian Financial Review the deal to sell what is Hassad’s biggest farm in Australia to the McBrides McBride chairman Keith McBride said the 47,677-hectare property would be the company’s biggest acquisition for almost 90 years “It’s a good fit with our portfolio and long-term strategic plan and is the largest increase in the size of the company since the acquisition of Wilgena in 1924,” Mr McBride said “The acquisition will complement our strength in wool production and may provide some short-term stock-trading opportunities as well as long-term pasture improvement potential to enhance productivity on the property.” Elders Real Estate has confirmed the sale of the aggregation of 11 properties spanning the Victorian-South Australian border The aggregation is mainly disposed of as a sheep breeding and trading station together with ancillary cropping and cattle operations The transaction was executed off-market and brokered by Elders General Manager Real Estate “It is wonderful to see a highly respected Australian family business acquire the aggregation in what is a truly visionary move that reflects the ever-growing confidence in Australian primary production,” Mr Russo said the financial details of the transaction are subject to a confidentiality agreement although it is understood the property alone has been exchanged for more than $70 million separate from the livestock plant and equipment for which the cost has not been disclosed At such a price it would rank as the most expensive farm purchased in Victoria for farming purposes as opposed to development of housing “The acquisition of Telopea Downs will grow the company for the benefit of future generations of our family,” Mr McBride said “As the company approaches its centenary of operations united and profitable family owned company remains as true today as 100 years ago,” Mr McBride said McBride is one of the largest wool producers in the nation Telopea Downs will add to its nine grazing properties around South Australia as well as viticultural and commercial assets McBride are still held by descendants of the founders and the board now has a director in the fifth generation of the family Sydney commercial real estate Melbourne commercial real estate Brisbane commercial real estate Adelaide commercial real estate Perth commercial real estate Canberra commercial real estate Darwin commercial real estate Hobart commercial real estate NSW properties for sale VIC properties for sale QLD properties for sale SA properties for sale WA properties for sale ACT properties for sale NT properties for sale 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