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SOME have described me as a multicultural enigma. Indeed I have dedicated my longstanding public life of more than 50 years to a deep commitment to and strong advocacy for the critical importance of multiculturalism as Australian nation building. I have described our multicultural society and our immigration story, while...

An intergenerational research program in preschools is being rolled out across Greater Sydney. The George Institute for Global Health, in conjunction with the University of NSW, are hosting a program where older adults and preschool children are placed together. Throughout the course of the program, the cognitive benefits of the...

Kintsugi Heroes have released their third book, titled “Connecting Seniors: Silver Linings – Inspiring Stories of Courage and Resilience”. Ian Westmoreland, Founder of Kintsugi Heroes at the Launch Launched on December 4th at Thornleigh Community Baptist Church, the book is an anthology of seniors’ stories, where ordinary people around the...

Throughout 2024, the viability of Devonshire Childcare Centre was called into question. Operated and owned by Willoughby City Council, Devonshire remains the only long day care centre in the LGA run by the local government. Established over 20 years ago, the centre was created to meet the needs of families...

Hornsby Shire Council has endorsed the Hornsby Affordable Housing Strategy at the December Meeting. The Affordable Housing Strategy will see actions in public and private sectors to deliver more affordable and social housing, emphasising accommodation for key workers. In tandem with the Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme that sets specific rates...

2024 Higher School Certificate results are out. With them, the NSW secondary education schools have been ranked according to the scores. Eight North Shore schools landed in the top 20 spots. 1 - North Sydney Boys High School, with 564 Band 6 results 4 - Normanhurst Boys High School, with...

In any trade, in any industry, in any part of the market, customers are known to shop around for the best price. When the coffee at your local is too expensive, you opt to make your brew at home.

Raise Foundation are bringing their youth mentoring program back for 2025. Founded in 2008, Raise Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation mentoring young people who show signs of disengagement. Since their inception, Raise has matched over 15,000 youth people to mentors in six states and in over 180 high schools. With...

In the wake of forced isolation with COVID-19 and the rise of smartphone access, the social and mental development of children is a pain point among educators and parents alike. Being taken away from social settings has increased the anxiety of school children and impacted their ability to adapt. Nicole...

Local Berowra resident Jasmine Kanyanee Rumsey has been awarded at the Design Institute of Australia’s prestigious Graduate of the Year Awards (GOTYA). As a mature aged student, Jasmine, 47, decided to expand her horizons after being made redundant during COVID, and pursued her dreams of becoming an interior designer. Recent...