Browsing: Northern beaches History

Operation Tipperary: The mission possible to secure a Manly statue for Australia’s first surfer, Tommy “Looney” Walker

With his appointment to two crucial new roles, James Griffin MP gives an update on his busy year ahead as NSW Minister for the Environment and Heritage.

The word “Ku-ring-gai” is well known as the name of the Northern Beaches’ north-western frontier, but where did this word come from? And is it fit for purpose?

East Esplanade’s The Office has become the well known watering hole for avid Great Outdoors tipplers to indulge for a swill, but where did the name come from?