Alec Smart
Sydney’s First Ferry Operators
By Alec Smart PS Huntress approaching Manly Wharf, 1856. Illustration: S.T. Gill c/o State Library NSW The history of Sydney’s ferries...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Aug 21
- 3 min
What’s happening with the Turramurra property market?
Whilst there’s been a massive amount of negative media speculation over the past few months predicting a slump or total crash of the real...
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Alec Smart
- Aug 7
- 5 min
Federation houses of Turramurra + Warrawee
By Alec Smart Sydney’s Upper North Shore is renowned for its many grand Heritage-Listed homes in the distinctive ‘Federation’ style,...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 23
- 3 min
The 2074 Property Market Report with Matt Bolin
I was recently honoured to receive the award for Agent of the Year in Turramurra by RateMyAgent, the only awards in the industry based on...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 22
- 2 min
Strolling Through the Gallery – The Workings Behind the Turramurra Art Trail
By Isabella Edwards Danielle Littlewood explains the process of bringing Try Turramurra’s Art Trail to life. Locals and visitors alike...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 21
- 2 min
Women Unite Their Strength - International Women’s Day
After wrapping up this year’s International Women’s Day, we take a moment to reflect on the day’s roots in Australia & remember its...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 20
- 2 min
Into the Archives - Turramurra: Series 1
In the digitally-dominated, fast-paced world we live in today, sometimes it’s nice to slow down and reflect on the simpler times,...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 17
- 3 min
Try Turramurra – Go on, Give it a Go!
By Isabella Edwards Turramurra – try, taste, trail is concluding with the Try Turramurra Festival on March 18th! The Turramurra – try,...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 6
- 2 min
Free Entertainment and Services for Ku-ring-gai’s Teens
St Ives and Gordon Youth Hubs have re-opened! With the return of the school term, the Ku-ring-gai council has opened the doors of its...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Jan 4
- 3 min
Brewing on the Beaches
The Northern Beaches are home to over ten craft breweries spanning from Manly to Avalon and with the weather warming up (slowly) there is...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Dec 14, 2022
- 3 min
Stargazing Photography
Tips & tricks from Astrophotographer Luke Vadekar Have you ever looked up into the night sky & been captivated by the beauty & vastness...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Dec 12, 2022
- 2 min
Christmas North of the Bridge!
Christmas trees have started to make their appearances in shop fronts across the city, bon bons are lining the shelves, and the weather’s...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Aug 16, 2022
- 2 min
The Art of Therapy with Marilyn Rabinowitz
By Adeline Teoh Art is good for you! Marilyn Rabinowitz would know. The Turramurra resident is a professional artist and passionate art...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Jul 19, 2022
- 2 min
Humans of 2074, Jess Taylor
We spoke to the owner of JTaylor Hair in Turramurra. Nestled underneath The Music Lounge on the corner of Eastern Road you’ll find...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Dec 14, 2021
- 4 min
What is a Binishell and why is there one in Ku-Ring-Gai High School?
BY ALEC SMART A space-age design adopted by the NSW Dept Education in the 1970s. Photo: Alec Smart In primary school, did you ever make...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Dec 1, 2021
- 3 min
The kind of work that raises a brow
It’s probably not one of those occupations you think much about, yet this practitioner can change the lives of her clients. After a long...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
The Fitness Goal Cycle
Accountability is the key to success in achieving your fitness goals According to David Bowman, Coach and Head Trainer at refreshYOU,...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Aug 31, 2021
- 5 min
WIRES – rescue, rehabilitate, release..
BY ALEC SMART WIRES (Wildlife Rescue) is Australia’s premier wildlife rescue organisation. Staffed by licensed volunteer rescuers and...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Aug 23, 2021
- 2 min
Indoor Plants to Improve Overall Health and Wellness
Interior landscaping undoubtedly looks great, and styling your home with plants has become one of the top trends for interiors, but did...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Aug 11, 2021
- 2 min
Kids Just Wanna Have Fun!
Some cool sites to keep them busy when you’re busy.. Desperate to find a new distraction for my kids so I could attend an online meeting,...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Jul 24, 2021
- 3 min
Unlock your locked-down self
COVID has had many implications on all of us - one of which is spending a lot more time inside. Jason Prior, owner of Turramurra...
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maxrainerstaerk
- Apr 5, 2021
- 1 min
Turramurra's Tasty Thai Eatery
Lovers of Thai food will be well rewarded at this unassuming, family run restaurant, known for its food and great service. You will find...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Apr 5, 2021
- 3 min
Why is there a Sphinx in Turramurra?
By ALEC SMART As lovers of ancient history are no doubt aware, a Sphinx is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Apr 5, 2021
- 1 min
Meet Smudge! - Pets of Turramurra
Smudge is a 13-week Lagotto Romagnolo He is a beautiful little pup very chilled most of the time and had a fantastic breeder and a really...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Apr 5, 2021
- 1 min
Pinot & Picasso anyone?
Pinot & Picasso is Australia’s #1 Paint and Sip Experience, allowing you to take on some basic (and some more advanced) techniques of...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Apr 4, 2021
- 2 min
What Buyers are looking for in the current environment
The way we use and view our homes changed, possibly forever, last March when Sydney went into lockdown. Suddenly people have needed their...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 28, 2021
- 1 min
Saltwater Seafoods
With a great grilled and fried selection of everything from flathead, John Dory, salmon and octopus, this is the place to get your...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 28, 2021
- 2 min
GEM Wellness Warriors inspire men to be themselves
Martin Gillespie is the founder and CEO of GEM Wellness Warriors, a consulting business designed for men, and founded in the midst of the...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 28, 2021
- 1 min
Pets of Turramurra - Willow the Cat
There is so much to say about 12 year old Ragdoll x Domestic Shorthair Willow, AKA Willow the Weirdo - despite being blind and hard of...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 28, 2021
- 2 min
Locals groove their way to health with Dance Health Alliance
Dancing is a great way to de-stress and feel good. And a group of local seniors are proving that you’re never too old. Each Wednesday,...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Mar 28, 2021
- 2 min
Wheels for Ryan - Fundraising Update
Last issue, we published a feature on the amazing ‘Wheels for Ryan’ fundraiser which was started in the local community- we caught up...
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Rita Bratovich
- Dec 12, 2020
- 2 min
It’s time to tick off your pets
Living near native bushland comes with some serious due diligence. We’ve already discussed the importance of fire prevention, but there...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Dec 12, 2020
- 1 min
Make your own garden spray
You don’t have to use nasty chemicals to get rid of those pesky bugs munching on your new blooms. Everything you need to make an organic,...
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Rita Bratovich
- Dec 11, 2020
- 2 min
Get fresh every Wednesday
Buying good quality organic and artisan produce is as easy as strolling down to Karuah Park once a week. Turramurra Fresh Produce and...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Dec 10, 2020
- 2 min
Kipling’s Garage Bar
When it comes to origin stories, it’s hard to find one more unusual than how this grungy cafe got its name. “It is called Kipling’s for...
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Rita Bratovich
- Dec 10, 2020
- 2 min
If you build it - get an architect
Many people still see architects as an unnecessary luxury, but Abigail Larkin believes you should consider architects not only a...
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Rita Bratovich
- Dec 9, 2020
- 2 min
Framing Turramurra
The beloved Australian artist who captured the colour, shape and magic of Turramurra. Cossington, at 43 Ku-ring-gai Avenue, is a...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Nov 1, 2020
- 1 min
Turramurra Scouts score a century!
It’s a big birthday year for the 1st Turramurra Scout Group, but, like so many other celebrations in 2020, they’ll have to postpone the...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Oct 7, 2020
- 2 min
Kiplings Garage Bar
When it comes to origin stories, it’s hard to find one more unusual than how this grungy cafe got its name. “It is called Kipling’s for...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Oct 7, 2020
- 3 min
Working in tandem
Emma Nedov and Georgia-Rose Brown are elite athletes, buddies, and business partners. Their start-up, Artium Sport, consolidates their...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Oct 7, 2020
- 3 min
Can’t stop the music!
For almost 45 years, this resilient Turramurra business has continued to beat the drum about the benefits of making music. It’s tough for...
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neighbourhoodmedia
- Oct 7, 2020
- 3 min
Beyond the call of duty
The debt owed to members of the Rural Fire Service is immeasurable. Volunteers risked their lives and worked to the brink of exhaustion;...
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