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HAVE an idea to make our community a better place? We want to hear from you! The Social Local Collective is a new not-for-profit organisation passionate about building happier, healthier communities. We’re looking for ideas that can make a real difference—and we want to support you in making them happen!...

Men’s Table has an intro session coming up in North Sydney. The not-for-profit organisation has 250 Men’s Tables across Australia, and over 2,500 men participating. In the North Shore alone, Hornsby has 2, Crows Nest has 2, Kirribili has 1, Lane Cove has 2, as well as Macquarie Park and...

Join us on 4 May 2025.On a sunny day in March 1996, at Roseville Oval, 310 runners crossed the start line of the very first Lindfield Fun Run. This great community event was founded by Lindfield Rotary Club (now managed by Ku-ring-gai Rotary). Over the years the Fun Run has...

NORTH Sydney Council has opened their grants program for 2025-2026. Not-for-profits, schools, and creatives can apply for funding for their desired projects. Applications for the Small Grants and Green Schools Grants program closes Sunday 30 March. Applications for Creative Grants close Monday 14 April. Small Grants provide funding up to $2,000...

Life took an unexpected turn when I was diagnosed with kidney disease at just 28 years of age. For a decade, I battled the challenges of deteriorating health, endless medical appointments, kidney dialysis and the emotional toll of waiting for a transplant.  At 38, my life changed forever due to...

Cyclists of all skill levels are gearing up for the Bobbin Head Cycle Classic (Bobbo), returning on Sunday, 30 March 2025. This beloved community cycling event offers breathtaking scenery, a well-organised ride, and the chance to support vital local charities to help those in need. Organised by the Rotary Clubs...

PICTURED: (L to R) Nerys Thompson, Inga Rosenberg, Jay Reddy Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Community College (HKCC) is celebrating its centenary. Established in 1925, HKCC has been a pillar in the community as a not-for-profit providing the gift of learning. At its inception, the college had 80 pupils and has continued to...

Another local women’s shelter has been transformed.  Social enterprise Design for Hope has tackled another project and given new life to the independent not-for-profits helping ease the wounds of domestic and family violence.  Design for Hope provides pro bono or low bono services and creates calm and welcoming environments by...

There is no doubt that as we age and need more support, many of us want the option of spending our final years in our own home.   While commencing with “My Aged Care” is a process, it provides our seniors with the support and caring programs that they need...