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April 2020 | Autumn Newsletter
14 April
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December 2019 | Summer Newsletter
31 December
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Save Yarra Bay Flotilla Protest POSTPONED | National Toxics Network information session CANCELLED
19 March
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Save Yarra Bay Flotilla Protest RESCHEDULED to 22 March
13 March
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Call to action upcoming events and update
12 March
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January 2020 | New Year Update
24 January
Aussie Day Barbie reminder | Call to action groups | What's on
October 2019 | Spring Newsletter
05 October
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Snap Send Solve
14 October
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April 2020 | Autumn Newsletter
Belated Happy Easter in isolation. How the world has changed since our summer newsletter.
You'll find many references to corona virus (COVID-19) throughout this autumn newsletter — seems it's become the new normal.
The bush fires during the summer months deprived us of blue skies and fresh air. And, now that they're back, we're not permitted to enjoy them in the Aussie way due to social distancing and staying home unless on essential business. On the bright side, these challenging times will end, and we'll no doubt appreciate and enjoy those good things far more than in the past.
Another upside is that pollution levels and carbon emissions have significantly reduced. That has to be a good thing heh?
Not so good news is that Meriton has lodged an 'Alternative Master Plan' for Little Bay Cove with Council. And, you guessed it, it's even worse than it's previous attempt to rezone the area and overturn the approved Master Plan. To make matters worse, Meriton's Little Bay Cove project has been included in the Urban Task Force list of projects that have been earmarked 'shovel ready within six months' for fast tracking in the 'public interest of jobs and investments'.
One hopeful development is that the NSW Government has announced it will delay its plans for a third Sydney cruise ship terminal for up to 18 months. However, the Save Yarra Bay Coalition's and the extended community's battle will continue until the idea is abandoned completely.
As always, we extend our thanks and gratitude to each of our generous website sponsors and editorial contributors. Sponsors provide the financial support to enable the Prince Henry Community website to remain viable, as well as news updates to share with our readers. Volunteer contributors provide much of the substance for our newsletters, so a big thanks to volunteers.
Please follow Government health advice, stay home, stay safe, and save lives.
Prince Henry Telecoms Update | April 2020
In late March 2020, Pivit made a surprise announcement that it had partnered with Uniti, which would take over the provisioning of Internet and phone services from 1 April 2020. In mid-April, an LBNCo letterbox drop informed residents that a number of alternative RSPs were available.
Protest Flotilla at Yarra Bay | POSTPONED
UPDATE: THE YARRA BAY PROTEST FLOTILLA HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL THE GOVERNMENT'S BAN ON PUBLIC GATHERINGS IS LIFTED.
Sadly, the difficult decision to postpone the flotilla had to be made. Health advisories will be monitored closely and a new date announced for the protest flotilla in coming weeks.
Call to Action Web Section
Check out the new web section created to encompass the many issues affecting our wonderful corner of Sydney. There's Meriton's latest Little Bay Cove proposal for an alternative master plan, planning for the proposed mega-cruise ship terminal at Yarra Bay has been postponed for up to 18 months, and an update on zoom webinar on the proposed commercial waste incinerator at Matraville.
CA Annual General Meeting | RESCHEDULED TO 18 AUGUST (TBC)
WHAT: Prince Henry Community Association Annual General Meeting
WHEN: Tuesday 18 August at 6pm (TBC)
WHERE: The Frangipani Room (TBC), The Coast Centre for Seniors, Curie Avenue, Little Bay
The AGM will be followed by an Executive Committee Meeting.
What's on in the neighbourhood | Corona virus restrictions
Because of Corona virus ( COVID 19) restrictions, there'll not be much happening around here for the next little while. However, do check in the What's on web section from time to time, just in case we have some news to share.
Coast Centre for Seniors | Corona virus (COVID 19) update
The Coast Centre is closed until the government advises that it is safe for classes and activities to resume.
Reporting local issues is now a 'snap'
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Preserving our heritage built items
Following a meeting with the Acting Area Manager – Sydney & South Coast, NSW Department of Industry - Lands and Water, the CA Executive Committee has reviewed a detailed draft maintenance strategy for Prince Henry heritage built items. The CA has been advised that maintenance will be carried out in order of priority.
Prince Henry history
Want to know more about Prince Henry's history and heritage status, read a historical timeline and some fascinating stories?
Who to contact?
It’s important for owners and residents to know who to contact and to have their say. Go to the Contacts page for a comprehensive list of who to speak to on various community issues.