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Film Screening in Cremorne Sheds Light on Sensitive Topic

A powerful documentary on intrafamilial childhood sexual abuse, “Such a Resounding Silence,” will be screened at the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace in Cremorne, aiming to lift the veil on the often-silenced issue of incest in Australia.

Event Details

The screening, presented by The CorriLee Foundation, is scheduled for 16th September 2024. Light refreshments will be served from 5:45 p.m. to 6:20 p.m., and the main proceedings will begin at 6:30 p.m. Jennifer Byrne will host the event, which will feature keynote speeches by Grace Tame, CEO and Founder of the Grace Tame Foundation, and Jean Kittson. Both speakers will address the difficult topic of child sexual abuse and incest, encouraging a community-wide conversation about this sensitive issue.

About the Film

“Such a Resounding Silence,” originally titled “Un Silence si Bruyant,” is a documentary by French actress Emmanuelle Béart, co-directed by Anastasia Mikova. Béart, known for her roles in “Manon of the Springs” and “Mission: Impossible,” recently revealed that she is an incest survivor.

Through this film, Béart aims to challenge the societal taboos that keep such experiences hidden. The documentary includes a mix of first-person accounts and ensemble voices, providing a platform for survivors to speak out against the silence and shame surrounding incest.

The film explores the harsh realities of child sexual abuse, focusing on France, where a child is sexually victimised every three minutes. Béart, initially hesitant to share her own story, highlights the profound impact of the silence that is often imposed on victims by their abusers, which can manifest in various destructive ways.

Community Involvement and Awareness

The CorriLee Foundation, through events like this screening and their “No Laughing Matter” podcast series, seeks to bring attention to the alarming statistics of incest and the experiences of survivors. The podcast features narrators such as Ray Martin, Jean Kittson, Hugo Weaving, Grace Tame, Heather Mitchell, Jennifer Byrne, Andrew Denton, Rev Bill Crews, Adam Hills, Chrissie Swan, and Wil Anderson, all contributing to the discussion about these critical issues.

Event organisers call on the Cremorne community and beyond to attend the screening and participate in the conversation. They believe that ending the silence around child sexual abuse is essential for creating a supportive environment for survivors and driving societal change.

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Local Health Officials Oppose McDonald’s Drive-Thru Expansion Plan

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Did you know that local District Health officials recently opposed plans submitted by McDonald’s to expand their drive-thru service in Cremorne, citing concerns about obesity among locals, among other things?

In April 2022, McDonald’s lodged plans to add a new drive-thru lane at their Cremorne outlet on Military Road to accommodate the growing demand for in-car dining.

The company said that plans are geared towards improving the efficiency of its drive-through operation by increasing its capacity and providing a second point of order to reduce congestion and minimise the need for parking.

Proposed works 1| Photo Credit: North Sydney Council / northsydney.nsw.gov.au

Opposition

The development plan was opposed by officials of the Northern Sydney Health District, according to a document submitted last 6 May 2022.

Officials argued that if approved, the proposals would negatively impact the existing efforts to tackle obesity among locals, amidst other concerns.

Two of the other concerns raised are adequate provisions for parking and the lack of any traffic analysis that can substantiate the claim that the “consolidation of two driveways into one is considered beneficial to Military Road and will improve road safety at the access point.”

They said that the proposal also needed to adequately address pedestrian and road-user safety.

Also, NSLHD’s Cremorne Health Centre sits directly opposite the proposed development site. The development, opposing parties said, could result in the centre’s vulnerable persons not being able to park in the vicinity for their health appointments as parking spots could be taken by the store’s customers, staff, visitors and contractors.

They also said that allowing the food chain to increase accessibility to fast food by way of an expanded drive-through, “may negatively” impact the resident’s eating habits and “undermine” the existing health strategies aimed at tackling obesity.

The letter noted that based on data from the Australian Urban Observatory, “Cremorne already has “more than adequate” access to fast food.” An expanded drive-through, they said, will not likely provide positive population health outcomes.

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Maccas Cites Better Customer Experience

Estimated to cost around $548,620, the proposed development will see its second driveway reconfigured, nine parking spaces and outdoor dining space removed and the indoor area reduced to make way for the additional lane.

“The proposed works are considered beneficial to the existing operation and will provide for a better service and experience being provided to drive-thru customers,” McDonald’s Statement of Environmental Effects document states.

Redlands Private School Gunning to Buy Monford Place in Cremorne

Did you know that the Cremorne private school Redlands has been purchasing homes and properties surrounding its campus, and that they now wish to purchase Monford Place from the North Sydney Council?

In the past three years alone, Redlands, a private school in Sydney’s north shore, has made it their mission to purchase a series of homes and properties near their campus. After going on a multimillion-dollar spending spree, the school was able to obtain a grand total of 12 new properties — including residences in areas such as Military Rd, Monford Place, and Winnie St.

The school currently owns all the properties on Monford Place, and now they are vying to close Monford Place to the public. Redlands made an official request to the North Sydney Council to consider its potential for sale after meeting with them in February. If approved, the school will have to pay a $50,000 bond to bankroll an investigation into the potential road closure and sale process.

Redlands has purchased all properties in Monford Place, and now they’ve set their sights on buying the road.
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School representatives commented that the incorporation of the Monford Place Road into the school’s boundaries would help them develop a master plan for the site due to its increased flexibility. The Council is currently considering the school’s request, and in the event that their request is approved, the process would take at least 12 to 18 months to complete.

Redlands can be found at 272 Military Rd, Cremorne. For more information on the school, visit their website here. Follow their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates and announcements concerning their bid to purchase the properties and roads surrounding their campus.

Cremorne Orpheum: Plan Proposed for New Walk of Fame

Plans are in the works to revamp Cremorne Orpheum into an all-new walkway reminiscent of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The walkway will be created to immortalise famous Australian actors and actresses such as Hugh Jackman, Cate Blanchett, and even Babe the pig with bronze plaques along the footpath just outside the heritage-listed Orpheum Theatre in Cremorne.

Over 1,000 signatures have already been collected by the man spearheading the proposal, Ulrik Funch, who believes that the walkway would honour big names in the film industry while simultaneously providing the art-deco Orpheum Theatre with a greater deal of historical and cultural significance.

The proposal has the support of the North Sydney Council. Discussions are currently underway with the Orpheum Theatre’s managers to make Funch’s proposal a reality. The council aims to assist the proposal by helping define its scope and consulting the community for input.

Should the walkway be approved, it will officially become the second film-themed attraction of its kind in Sydney, with the first being the Australian Walk of Fame outside of the Ritz Cinema in Randwick which was established earlier in 2008.

Mr Funch commented that having a second Walk of Fame in Sydney would not detract from the value of the original, further adding that the plaques along Cremorne Orpheum — if approved — could contain information on each Australian film icon and bring the spotlight to them.

The Orpheum Theatre can be found at 380 Military Road, Cremorne. For more information, visit their website here. Follow their social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates and announcements.

Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace in Cremorne in Top 50 Most Beautiful Cinemas in the World

Stepping into the doors of the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace in Cremorne is like stepping back in time to the grand old days of cinema. Built in 1935, this well-known art deco building has recently been named one of the Top 50 Most Beautiful Cinemas in the World.

Time Out has listed Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace as 24th on their list of the world’s most gorgeous theatres, singling out the stunning structure as the “grandest cinema” in Sydney. One of its most appealing features is a genuine Wurlitzer pipe organ that emerges from the orchestra pit during weekend evening screenings.

Designed by George Kenworthy, one of Sydney’s top 20th-century architects, the Orpheum took nine months to construct and swiftly became one of the region’s best art deco buildings. It started off as a two-level 135-seater cinema for film and musical buffs and eventually became a premier events place until the 1940s. At the back of the cinema were several dressing rooms for live presentations and its very own fly-tower for flying scenes during ballets or theater productions.

The Orpheum’s popularity, however, dipped during the mid-century as the building aged and was closed for some time. In the 1970s, a commercial developer bought the property but and turned it into a shopping arcade with a gym, despite protests from the public.

In 1986, Mike Walsh (OBE), a well-known TV personality and businessman, took ownership of The Orpheum under the Hayden Group of Companies. He worked with historians and designers to restore the building to its former glory.

The restoration was done in several stages to expand the main cinema (Orpheum) to accommodate 755 seats. Also, 180 seats were added to the Lounge Cinema. The building’s original and ornate art deco details were restored whilst mood lighting and elaborate carpet designs were added. The ceiling was also modified to complement the artistic design. The cinema reopened a year after construction started.

Today, the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace is a six-screen complex with the latest equipment and technology. However, its architecture will always be a wonderful reminder of The Golden Age, a time when going to the cinema was a glamorous event.

4 Things to Remember When Getting Rid of Household Waste in Cremorne

Do you need to get rid of large amounts of household waste? Do you have old furniture and appliances to dispose of? In Cremorne, disposing of these items are conveniently possible because the North Sydney Council collects these items at least two times a month.

Below are five things to remember if you need to dispose of household wastes in Cremorne.

1. The Council has a set schedule for household waste pick-up.

For the rest of 2019, take note of these following dates if you plan to be included in the regular pick-up schedule:

05 August
19 August
02 September
16 September
30 September
14 October
28 October
11 November
25 November
09 December
23 December

2. You have to book your household waste pick-up with the Council.

While the pick-up schedules are set, you have to book your inclusion in the pick-up schedule. Otherwise, the collectors will not know if you need to dispose of some items.

There are actually two ways to do to book: online or by phoning the council at 1300 799 019. You need to make your booking by 4 p.m. on the Sunday before the intended pick-up date.

3. Don’t put out your items for disposal early.

The Council discourages setting your items for disposal before Sunday or Monday morning of the pick-up date. This is to discourage people from piling up trash on the streets and invite unwanted looters or conflicts among neighbours. The items must be placed within a two square metre distance from your property.

Single-dwelling households are allowed a two square metre content for their disposed items while those who live in multi-unit apartments are allowed half a square metre content. Smaller items must be placed in cardboard boxes or plastic.

4. Take note of the items that can and cannot be disposed during this regular schedule.

The household waste pick-up is different from the recyclable waste or Green Waste pick-up. So you cannot include glass, cardboards, tree loppings, leaves and garden wastes in this Monday schedule.

The following items are acceptable:

clothing
china
furniture
mattress
carpet (rolled and bundled)
small appliances e.g. microwaves
white goods e.g. fridge, stove, washing machine, dryers (taped, tied and weighing more than 90 kilograms)

The collectors will NOT pick-up:

soil and concrete wastes
chemical, bathroom, laundry or kitchen wastes
renovation wastes, including paint
car parts, including the tyres
old toilets, vanities and sinks

The North Sydney Council has a complete list online of acceptable and unacceptable items. It is recommended that you consider swapping, reselling or giving away old items first before putting them out for trash.

For more details, watch this video from the North Sydney Council on the proper disposal of wastes.

28 International Films Coming to Cremorne for Sydney Film Festival

The 66th Sydney Film Festival is happening on June 5th until June 16th 2019. For 12 days and nights, get ready to watch and enjoy various exciting works from various filmmakers across the globe.

Screening more than 200 films not usually found in movie theatres, entries for the Sydney Film Festival (SFF) will be showcased at seven cinemas across Sydney, including the opulent Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace at Cremorne.

Other festival venues are as follows:

The State Theatre
Event Cinemas George Street
Dendy Opera Quays
Dendy Newtown
Randwick Ritz
HOYTS Entertainment Quarter
Art Gallery of NSW
Casula Powerhouse

SFF at Orpheum Picture Palace

For this year’s Sydney Film Festival, the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace will screen 28 festival-feature-length films for audiences on Sydney’s North Shore.

Included amongst the list of films are The White Crow, The Third Wife, Queen of Hearts, Kursk, The Tale of Three Sisters, Never Look Away, and Palm Beach.

Click here to view the list of featured festival films on their available time slots at the Orpheum Picture Palace. Tickets are now on sale too! For ticket inquiries, please call 1300 733 733 or visit Sydney Film Festival for more information.

Cremorne Point Attracting More Downsizers for Its Views and Accessibility

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Downsizers looking to move into smaller, low maintenance homes are choosing to purchase apartments at Cremorne Point for its gorgeous views, easy access, and wide open spaces.

John Grooms of O’Gorman & Partners Real Estate told Domain that Cremorne Point is the perfect location for this buying market.

With stable and established jobs or a superannuation benefit, these types of homebuyers have a good cash flow to invest in buying a new home that requires minimal upkeep.

Harbourfront properties in this Lower North Shore suburb are also drawing interest from parents who want to live closer to their university-age children, while still maintaining a separate but larger eastern suburb home.

Cremorne Point, after all, is 6.6 kilometres away from the University of Sydney and 8.0 kilometres away from the Central Business District. It’s also close to plenty of cafes and shopping strips in the city, and recreational facilities and around its neighboring suburbs like Mosman and Neutral Bay.

According to the 2016 Australian Bureau of Statistics, at least 78.2 percent of residents in Cremorne Point prefer a flat or apartment as a dwelling structure. The national average of apartment-dwellers is just a little over 13 percent.

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A few important elements to apartment-living among downsizers in Cremorne Point include a spacious but low-maintenance courtyard and a third bedroom that may be turned into a home office. Some downsizers also prefer to buy an apartment with just the right size but to be renovated with high-end home features.

Aside from Cremorne Point, the apartments and flats at Double Bay, Potts Point and Rose Bay are also attractive to downsizers.

Cremorne: Among Top Sydney Suburbs for House Price Growth

As the slumping Sydney housing market saw several of its suburbs posting double digit median house price declines over the past 12 months through December 2018, a few, including Cremorne, have managed to defy the downward trend and post price growth, the latest data from Domain revealed.

Cremorne is among the top suburbs in Sydney to have a year-on-year median house price growth, the Domain House Price Report – December Quarter 2018 said. Based on a 12-month sales data, the median house price in Cremorne is $2,700,000 for a year-on-year growth of 11.1 percent.

Blakehurst was the top suburb for house price growth with 11.8 percent house median price increase, followed by Cremorne (11.1%), Surry Hills (10.2%), Paddington (8.9%), Vaucluse (8.2%), Camden South (6.2%), Fairlight (5.8%), Mosman (5.2%), Lilyfield (5.1%), and Avalon Beach (4.1%)

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Over the year to December 2018, Sydney median house price dropped 9.9 percent to $1,062,619, its steepest decline in two decades, pushing house prices back to mid-2016 levels. In the December quarter alone, prices have fallen 3.2 percent and many regions recorded double-digit year-on-year declines, led by the South with a 14.80 percent median price decline.

Prospects for Sydney market recovering anytime soon remains uncertain as experts are split on when the downward trend will bottom out. Contraction was triggered by reduced foreign buyer demand and more supply flooding the market coupled with strict lending conditions and jitters over possible tax changes.

On the other hand, the cooling down provides an opportunity for first-time home buyers to buy in to suburbs which now offer more choices and are now within their price bracket. Increased affordability could help bring buyers back, but declines should remain at a slower pace to keep peak-to-trough price fall under 20 percent, experts say.

Top-Rated Restaurants Near Cremorne

Eating out with friends and family? Taste some of the most delectable dishes at the best restaurants in and around Cremorne, NSW, based on recommendations from locals and visitors.