Monthly Archives: February 2015

Another one year extension has been placed on the swimming pool and spa compliance certification requirements for owners, as announced by the NSW Office of Local Government on the 26th of February 2015.

The date has been pushed forward from the 29th of April 2015 to the 29th of April 2016, allowing pool owners extra time to comply with the legislation before the sale or lease of their property. The purpose of the Swimming Pool register is to ensure safety standards are being implemented in accordance with the Swimming Pools Act 1992.

If you have any enquiries regarding the compliance of your pool or spa, please contact your strata manager.

Are you still pondering on what to do for Valentine’s Day? Well, the good news is that Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday this year, leaving you with endless options! However, it can be difficult trying to plan the perfect day or night for your special someone with such a variety of enticing events happening around Sydney. So this year we have taken the work out of it for you and hunted down some romantic activities happening in Sydney which are sure to impress!

Chinese New Year Festival: If you are seeking a unique cultural experience, the Chinese New Year Festival will be exhibiting a variety of interactive shows. The exhibitions are held throughout various locations in Sydney’s CBD – the events are free of charge and offers something different to the rest! To view the festival program, please click here.

Row Your Way to Romance: Cruise through Darling Harbour in your own personal hand-crafted boat enjoying the sights and surroundings of Sydney. Priced at $30.00 for a 45 minute ride, it would be the perfect beginning to the day or even an end to a romantic lunch. For more information, please click here.

Ben & Jerry’s Openair Cinema: Take a trip over to the Ben & Jerry’s Openair Cinema at Bondi Beach to watch the screening of the Romantic Comedy, Amélie. Gates will be opening at 6pm with a recreational disco playing some easy-listening beats to set the tone for the evening. At a cost of $35 per head for the movie screening, you will also receive a glass of Giesen Wine upon arrival. For more information, please click here.

Signorelli Gastronomica’s Valentine’s Dessert: Enjoy the exclusive 2015 Valentines Day dessert created by celebrity chef, Vincent Gadan. Secure your table during the day for an afternoon treat or in the evening for $39.00 per person, also including 2 glasses of Brachetto. For more information, please click here.

Valentine’s Day at Sydney Observatory: Spend the evening star gazing through telescopes, enjoying cocktails, canapés and live jazz music! At $55.00 a head and $50.00 for concession holders, this one will be a night to remember. For more information and please click here.

Valentine’s Dinner – Captain Cook Cruises: If you were looking for something extraordinary, a night spent aboard a Captain Cook cruise ship will certainly please your Valentine! For $129pp, your cruise will also include a three course meal, selected beverages and a gift of chocolates. For more information, please click here.

Single? Try this Valentine’s Day Singles Cook Off: Slice and dice away at two new recipes and meet singles along the way! Greeted with a glass of sparkling upon your arrival, from here you will enjoy a cooking demonstration and the opportunity to interact with new people. For more information, please click here.