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📰 Village News
Whites Creek gets a buzz from new community grant
The Friends of Whites Creek Valley Park have scored council funding to revitalise the local food forest, run hands-on community workshops, install a native beehive and create a new public map of the area. (link)
What the Inner West rezoning plan means for Annandale
Inner West Council’s controversial “Our Fairer Future” housing strategy passed by just one vote and while the tall-tower headlines focus on Dulwich Hill and Marrickville, the ripple effects reach Annandale too. Some residents are concerned about parking pressure and heritage streetscapes, while others welcome more affordable homes close to the city. (link)
In Case You Missed It: Annandale traffic safety plan still worth a look
The Inner West Council’s Stage 2 draft Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) plan for Annandale might have closed for feedback, but it is still worth reviewing if you missed it. Covering the area from City West Link to Johnston’s Creek, including Booth Street, Wigram Road and The Crescent, it proposes new speed humps, safer crossings, and tweaks to local traffic flow. (link)
Locals warn: skip the fake cobwebs this Halloween
Some Annandale locals are urging neighbours not to use fake spider webs. A post on the Annandale 2038 Facebook group showed a bird caught in the synthetic webbing, a reminder that the decorations can harm wildlife.
The post has prompted a friendly push for more wildlife-safe decorating ideas, with neighbours suggesting alternatives like pumpkins, lanterns, and reusable cloth.
Suspicious mince found on Collins Street
A post on the Annandale 2038 Facebook group has dog owners on alert after raw mince was found near Collins Street on Saturday 5 October. The resident who discovered it said crows were eating it before they managed to clear it away, raising fears it might have been poisoned. It is unclear whether it was deliberate or dumped by accident, but locals are urging pet owners to stay watchful and keep dogs on leads around the area just in case.
📸 Pic of the Week
Annandale North Public School, opened in 1907. More than a century later, its red brick and slate roof give Johnston Street a sense of heritage pride. (Photo by Mark, 7 October.)
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🎉 Get out of the house (Fri 10 Oct – Thu 16 Oct)
ALL WEEKEND
Annandale | Air Made Ceramics – Market Studio. Meet local ceramicists and browse handmade works. Friday–Sunday.
Leichhardt | The Addams Family Musical – Teatro Leichhardt. Musical featuring everyone’s favourite spooky family. Friday–Sunday.
FRIDAY 10 OCT
Camperdown | Kick Siblings – Church Street Studios. Jazz-pop six-piece debut gig blending brass, harmony and groove. 8 pm.
Glebe | Knitting Group – Glebe Library. Friendly fortnightly session for knitters of all levels. 1.30 pm.
Glebe | Pinch Me! I’m Making Pottery – Kil.n.it Studio. Hands-on beginner pottery class exploring simple hand-building. 6 pm.
SATURDAY 11 OCT
Leichhardt | Italian Forum Twilight Market – Italian Forum. Stalls, food and live music under the lights. 4 pm.
Camperdown | Reflections on Gubaidulina – Ellery String Quartet – Church Street Studios. Contemporary classical concert exploring Gubaidulina’s works. 8 pm.
Leichhardt | Zebrahead – Crowbar. SoCal pop-punk icons return for a high-energy live set. 7 pm.
SUNDAY 12 OCT
Annandale | Cake & Sip × Snacky Chans – Snacky Chans. Decorate vintage-style cakes while enjoying cocktails. 5 pm.
Annandale | Carl Dewhurst Trio with Scott Tinkler – Johnston St Jazz. Guitar-trumpet jazz collab performing original compositions. 8 pm.
Camperdown | Asthmatix – Church Street Studios. Hip-hop trio fusing funk, soul and live drums. 7 pm.
Leichhardt | Astrodeath – Crowbar. Heavy sludge-grunge duo with killer riffs. 430 pm.
Marrickville | Marrickville Music Festival – Marrickville Road. 40 acts, markets and food. 12–6 pm.
Glebe | Wentworth Park Antiques & Collectables Fair – Wentworth Park. 150+ stalls of vintage, jewellery and collectibles. 9 am–2 pm.
Leichhardt | Wonderful Wild Weeds Foraging Tour – Inner West Council. Discover edible wild plants with Diego Bonetto. 10 am.
MONDAY 13 OCT
Annandale | CEVSOC × Bouldersoc Bouldering Night – Nomad Bouldering Gym. Social climbing session with music and snacks. 5 pm.
WEDNESDAY 15 OCT
Annandale | Sounds Good Choir – Annandale Creative Arts Centre. Open community choir—new song every week. 6 pm.
Glebe | Living Longer Living Stronger Exercise Program – St Helen’s Community Centre. Gentle strength and balance class for all levels. 2 pm.
THURSDAY 16 OCT
Glebe | Clay, Crayon and Concrete – The Shop Gallery. Exhibition of clay and mixed-media works. 11 am–6 pm.
Camperdown | Manning Night Market – Manning Courtyard. Food, music and stalls in Manning Courtyard. 5 pm.
🏡 Property Watch
Sales
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Garages | Land (sqm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 153 Annandale Street | $4.70 m | 4 | 4 | — | 328 |
| 207 Johnston Street | $2.82 m | 4 | 1 | — | 253 |
| 189 Young Street | $2.55 m | 3 | 1 | 1 | 132 |
DA activity
| Address | Description | DA Number |
|---|---|---|
| 102 Booth Street | Alterations and additions including enclosed sunroom and roof deck | DA/2025/0807 |
| 12 Booth Street | Alterations and additions to shop-top housing | DA/2025/0818 |
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