Christmas Spirit at North Narrabeen

Browsing the local paper the other day I saw a notice inviting people to a free lunch on Christmas Day at our local cafe. Later in the day on my way to the Lake, sure enough, in the window was an invitation to all to come along to a free lunch. Later talking to the owners they told me that once they made the announcement, they were overwhelmed by locals wanting to volunteer to help and donate food items for the lunch.

As you can see from the photos lunch was a big success. That's Steve the owner chatting with guests in the second photo. BKs can be found at Lakepark Road, North Narrabeen, Sydney, NSW.

Dolphins at North Narrabeen

My partner Kev had a once in a life time experience in the surf at our local beach, North Narrabeen, last Wednesday. It was about 6am (daylight saving time), when paddling out, he was surprised by a dolphin catching a wave into the beach. As it came out of the face of the oncoming wave it leapt out of the water, becoming airborne and heading directly towards him. This took place right in front of him. Gave him a bit of a start as he thought the playful mammal might land on top of him! But it skilfully entered the water a few feet in front of him and swam under his board. Whatta ripper!

Gear up Girl Challenge

Girls, how would you like to join in the fun of cycling and start doing do something good for the planet at the same time?

I heard about this today from Bicycle NSW http://www.bicyclensw.com.au/

Entries are now open! Gear up and take part in NSW’s first all women’s cycling event. Saturday 8 March 2008 is International Women’s Day and what better way to celebrate than to join with women of all ages and abilities and take part in a unique all women’s cycle ride. Choose either the 15km route around Sydney Olympic Park or the 55km route from Cronulla to the finish line at Sydney Olympic Park. To register and for more information go to http://www.gearupgirl.com.au/ Get in early to receive a free Gear Up Girl helmet from Netti. Why not invite a friend to join you on the day? The fun filled Gear Up Girl Workshop is back on 9th February 2008 and will be just the thing for you. Come and join the ladies for a delicious breakfast and motivational speaker, and then get out on the bike and learn some practical cycling skills that will leave you with confidence to get back on two wheels. Other workshops include Nutrition and Training, Mechanics of a bike, and Insider Advice by experienced cyclist Di Fielding! For more information contact Jodie on 9218 5451 or email gearup@bicyclensw.org.au . Register Now online at http://www.gearupgirl.com.au/