Could Urban Farming be the answer to the global problem of the rapid increase in the need to feed the world’s population? Could direct access to fresh vegetables, fruits, and meat products through urban agriculture improve food security and food safety? Learn about the first-of-its-kind urban farm in Sydney. Established on an unused bowling green, […]
Ready for a walking tour at heritage-listed Waverley Cemetery? Opened in 1877, this cemetery combines fantastic views of the cliffs at Bronte with intact Victorian and Edwardian monuments. Many famous Australians are interred in this famous cemetery; Poet Henry Lawson is just one example. Go Saturday plans for a gentle informal exploration of this fascinating […]
Reminder: The October meeting is preponed to 30 September due to the public holiday on 7 October 2019. At this meeting we will be reviewing “Island of a Thousand Mirrors” by Nayomi Munaweera. “A stunning literary debut of two young women on opposing sides of the devastating Sri Lankan Civil War—winner of the Commonwealth Book […]
This 11+ km walk begins at Avalon Beach. It will take us through Careel Headland Reserve and will offer spectacular views over Bangally and Careel Heads. Following is Whale Beach and then Palm Beach. Our final destination will be a walk up to the Barrenjoey Lighthouse. This is one of our more challenging routes, with […]
‘Cala Luna’ may not be a well-known restaurant for people outside of the lower North Shore area, but any executive from North Sydney can tell you, though they may prefer to keep it a secret from you, that ‘Cala Luna’ serves some of the best authentic and delicious Italian food in Sydney. We have negotiated […]
Have you ever wanted to attend a cricket match but don’t like big crowds or don’t understand the rules? Join me at the North Sydney Oval and I will explain the basics of the game to you and answer your questions as best as I can. I regularly attend cricket matches and was heavily involved […]
You’re invited to the October International Morning Tea hosted by Jan Kind. Jan came to Australia from the UK with husband Chris in 2012 and joined SWIC in 2013. Jan was born in England, but spent many childhood holidays in southern Italy where her mother was born in 1935 - one of 13 children. The love […]
This walk is approximately 5km around the streets of Crows Nest, taking in some interesting and historical parts of the suburb. It may not be a long walk but you will also be given clues to follow around the area to solve a puzzle on the way! FUN! DATE: Wednesday 9 October 2019 TIME: 10.30am […]
This month we will be seeing Sydney Theatre Company’s production of The Real Thing. Simon Phillips returns to direct an irresistible cast in this hugely entertaining and deeply affecting modern classic about the search for love. The Real Thing is playwright Tom Stoppard at his dazzling best. One of his most heartfelt plays, it’s a portrait […]