A diver is this afternoon inspecting the area in and around Balmoral Baths following reports of a shark sighting today.
Warning signs have also been placed on the shore and barricades placed in front of the baths to alert members of the public.
Nets in the area were inspected in the past month as part of routine maintenance. Further inspections will take place once the water quality improves, as it is presently murky.
Mosman seniors have toppled the teens in a very special table tennis showdown that’s proving a big hit for the ages.
Each year as part of the Mosman Seniors Festival, a team of young guns are bused from the Mosman Youth Centre to take on players from the Seniors Centre, with about 20 young people making the trip this time.
What began a dozen years ago as a friendly competition, has grown into a much-anticipated highlight on the sporting calendar.
Teams were vying for the Marcel Weyland trophy, named in honour of the much-loved club member and regular player, who passed away last year at age 96.
The seniors won every title for the first 11 years of the tournament before the youth side scored a maiden victory last year.
For the record, the senior side reclaimed the 2026 trophy and are already gearing up for the next showdown.
International Women’s Day was celebrated on Friday 6 March with a breakfast, hosted by Mosman Council at the Mosman Art Gallery, welcoming 130 community members and local school students for a morning of reflection and inspiration.
This year’s special guest was Jean Kittson, acclaimed comedian, actor, author and advocate whose sharp wit, social insight and over three decades long contribution to the arts have made her a well known and highly respected voice in Australian entertainment.
In conversation with Mosman Mayor Ann Marie Kimber, she shared thoughtful, humorous and heartfelt reflections on her multifaceted career, from her presence in Australian comedy to her extensive advocacy work spanning women’s health.
Kittson highlighted the power of humour and storytelling, to connect with others for shared learning and growth.
International Women’s Day, marked globally on 8 March, celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women while calling for continued action toward gender equality.
The 2026 Mosman IWD Breakfast provided an opportunity for the community to come together, learn from one another and acknowledge the women who drive positive change.
Council has endorsed the draft Mosman Library Strategy 2026–2030, voting at its meeting on 3 February 2026 to place the document on public exhibition.
The Strategy outlines Council’s vision and priorities for the next four years of library services, with a strong focus on community expectations. Community input has been central to the creation of the document, and the exhibition period is designed to ensure the final Strategy reflects local needs and interests.
Residents are encouraged to review the draft Strategy and provide feedback via a short online survey. Hard copies of the document are also available for viewing at Barry O'Keefe Library and at the Mosman Council Civic Centre, in addition to being publicly accessible on Council’s Have Your Say website.
The public exhibition period will run until Friday 13 March 2026, after which all submissions will be reviewed before the document is finalised.
We encourage community members to have their say and contribute to shaping the future of Mosman’s library services.
Mosman Council is calling on the community to help strengthen access and inclusion across the Local Government Area, with a public consultation now underway.
Residents with disability, people with mobility challenges, their families, carers and disability service providers are encouraged to share their experiences.
Feedback gathered through the consultation will play a key role in shaping Mosman Council’s 2026–2030 Disability Inclusion Action Plan, a strategic document that guides local priorities for accessibility, inclusion and equitable participation.
Community input is essential to understanding lived experiences and identifying opportunities to create a more inclusive Mosman for everyone.
Submit your responses at Have your say Mosman; or over the phone or in hardcopy form by contacting Council’s Community Services Team on 9978 4128.
You can also submit your responses in-person at the Mosman Markets on Saturday 7 February. Visit the Community Services stall (near the entrance to the Seniors Centre) from 9 – 11am.
The survey is open until Monday 23 February, and all questions are optional.
Based on directives issued to all NSW councils by the State Government, there will be changes to how community members can participate in Council meetings from 3 February, the first Council meeting of the year.
Open Question Time will take place at 6.20pm in the Council Chambers, and will provide an opportunity for community input.
This will be followed by a Public Forum for registered speakers wishing to address items listed on the meeting agenda, before the Council meeting commences at 7pm.
For more information, to view the agenda, or to register to speak, visit our Council Meetings webpage.
Tamara Keniry has been named 2026 Mosman Citizen of the Year.
The honour was awarded as part of an Australia Day event at Allan Border Oval Pavilion, which also included a citizenship ceremony. The award followed a community-led nomination process.
The Mosman resident was formally recognised for her valuable contributions to the local community, notably in her voluntary role as President of the Mosman Chamber of Commerce, where she has strengthened the relationship between residents and small businesses. This includes through leading campaigns such as ‘Think Mosman First’, ‘Drop Your Dollars’, and a “Heart of Mosman” short film, all designed to encourage local spending, showcase Mosman businesses and help ensure village shops and eateries continue to thrive.
Through her small business, PureFree, Ms Keniry has helped promote environmentally friendly alternatives to single-use plastics by encouraging the community’s transition to reusable glass water bottles and coffee cups.
Her contributions were also recognised through her role managing the Community Engagement program at Bendigo Community Bank Mosman, which supports the reinvestment of profits back into the local community via sponsorships and grants.
Mayor Kimber also presided over a citizenship ceremony, with 60 conferees from 19 countries taking the pledge to become Australian citizens.
Council also hosted a free Australia Day celebration at Allan Border Oval, featuring live music, family-friendly games and activities and a barbecue held in partnership with The Lions Club of Mosman.
This year, the nation also celebrates the 125th anniversary of Federation, with Australia Day providing an opportunity to acknowledge the milestone. In 1901, New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania united to form the Commonwealth of Australia.
A National Day of Mourning will be held today (Thursday, 22 January 2026), to honour the victims and their families affected by the Bondi terror attack. A nationwide minute’s silence will take place at 7.01pm.
This day also connects with a separate memorial service for the Jewish community at Chabad of Bondi, which will be livestreamed on YouTube and feature a series of light displays. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has invited television networks to participate.
Mr Albanese has encouraged Australians to place a candle in their window or outside their homes and to contribute a “mitzvah for Bondi” — a mitzvah being an act of kindness, compassion, or moral duty.
The Australian and Aboriginal flags are being flown at half‑mast outside the Mosman Council building, and at all Commonwealth buildings nationwide.
In developing the memorial arrangements, Mr Albanese consulted Bondi Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, who lost his son‑in‑law in the attack. The rabbi selected the theme “light will win”, symbolising unity and remembrance.
A flyer for the memorial service stated:
“The evening will be a dignified and inclusive gathering, with moments of remembrance, reflection, and symbolic acts of light, creating a shared space of strength and connection.”
Mosman Council stands in support of the Jewish community, and our thoughts remain with the victims of the Bondi terror attack and their families on this National Day of Mourning.
This year, Australia proudly celebrates the 125th anniversary of Federation - a milestone that commemorates our national unity and the formation of Australia under the Constitution.
On 1 January 1901, the Commonwealth of Australia was officially proclaimed during a grand ceremony at Sydney’s Centennial Park.
Before Federation, both Australia and the Mosman local government area looked very different from today. Here are some glimpses into that era:
As we reflect on 125 years of Federation, these stories remind us how far we’ve come - from a cluster of colonies to a united nation, and from a quiet coastal settlement to the vibrant Mosman we know today.
For more information about Mosman’s history, please visit A Brief History of Mosman or access Trace – Mosman Library Service's digital archive.
The Mosman community has the chance to propose a more inclusive name for the Mosman Square Seniors Centre and win one of three $50 vouchers.
Renaming the Centre will support its repositioning as a vibrant, mixed-use community hub that continues to deliver valued seniors' programs while expanding its appeal and accessibility to the broader Mosman community. The Centre will also provide additional classes and programs for the wider community during evenings and weekends, while current seniors’ programs will be retained.
This unique opportunity allows residents the opportunity to share their great ideas and provide feedback on a new name for the Centre. We value your input, and we invite you to help shape the new identity for the future of this multipurpose and dynamic community space.
The new name should reflect inclusivity and local connections, have an intergenerational appeal, not include discriminatory terms such as age or gender specific terms and not include any person’s name or personal names.
All entries will be reviewed and considered in the renaming of the Seniors Centre. Submissions close Monday 9 February 5pm.
To enter, completing the online survey at yourvoicemosman.com.au; or email community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au