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Probus in Maroubra: Staying Connected After Full-Time Work

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For many people, retirement doesn’t signal a desire to slow down so much as a shift in how time is spent. Long-established community groups such as Probus exist for that in-between space — where people are no longer working full time but still value conversation, activity and shared interests.

Probus is an international, not-for-profit association that brings together retired and semi-retired people through locally run clubs. The name comes from PROfessional and BUSiness, reflecting its origins among people who had spent much of their lives in structured working environments. Over time, however, Probus has evolved well beyond those beginnings and today welcomes anyone no longer in full-time work who is interested in staying socially, mentally and physically active.

A local club with a long history

The Maroubra Bay Combined Probus Club has been part of the local community since it was formally registered in April 2006. The club has met in a number of venues over the years — including the Maroubra Memorial Bowling Club, South Coogee Bowling Club and Botany Council Hall — before returning to Juniors at Maroubra, where it meets today.

As a combined Probus club, Maroubra Bay includes both men and women members. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month at Juniors @ The Junction, at the corner of Haig Street and Anzac Parade, starting at 10.30am. A typical meeting includes a morning tea break followed by a guest speaker, with topics ranging widely depending on the month.

Beyond meetings, the club also organises day trips, theatre outings and occasional longer trips. Members are encouraged to participate as much or as little as they like, and there is also informal crossover with other Probus clubs in the area, allowing members to join in selected outings and events hosted elsewhere.

Where Probus fits in the wider community

Probus clubs are sponsored by Rotary, a relationship that dates back to Probus’s beginnings in the 1960s. While Rotary provides the initial sponsorship and ongoing support, each Probus club operates independently, managing its own activities and membership.

Across Australia, there are around 1,400 Probus clubs, all operating as non-political, non-sectarian social clubs. Probus does not engage in fundraising and exists solely to support connection, learning and companionship in retirement.

Membership fees are deliberately kept modest. For the Maroubra Bay club, there is a once-off joining fee of $30 and an annual fee of $60, which covers administration, insurance and venue costs.

Upcoming meeting in March

For those curious about whether Probus might be a good fit, an interest meeting for the Maroubra Junction Probus Club will be held in March.

The meeting will take place on Tuesday 10 March, at Juniors Maroubra, 946 Anzac Parade (corner of Haig Street), with arrival from 9.45am for a 10.00am start. Attendees are invited to meet current members, learn how the club operates and enjoy a free morning tea.

The meeting is open to anyone who is retired or semi-retired, whether or not they have previously been involved with Probus. People who are unable to attend on the day can still register their interest and be kept informed about future meetings.

If you’re not based in Maroubra, Probus also offers a “Find a Club” tool through its national network to help people locate nearby clubs in other suburbs.

Finding out more

For local enquiries about the Maroubra Bay Combined Probus Club, residents can contact Rex Madden on 0418 233 530.

For information about the March interest meeting or Probus more broadly, enquiries can also be directed to Ethan on 1300 630 488, or via the Probus South Pacific website.

For many members, Probus isn’t about replacing work — it’s about staying engaged with people and ideas after work ends. And for those looking to share the article with a friend or family member approaching retirement, it offers a simple answer to a common question: what comes next?

Published 10-Feb-2026

Maroubra’s Lycée Condorcet After-School Care Service Forced to Close Over Safety Concerns

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Families at Lycée Condorcet in Maroubra face a scramble to find alternative childcare. after regulators shut down the school’s Garderie after-school service over safety concerns, effective March 6, affecting 102 children aged three to five.

The NSW Early Learning Commission made the decision over safety concerns after determining the service posed an unacceptable risk to children, citing failures to meet national quality standards since opening in 2013 and 42 breaches of national law recorded since 2024. The French international school, where annual fees can reach about $40,000, said it was surprised by the decision and rejected both the grounds and the process.

Regulators also removed the school’s right to seek an external review through the Civil and Administrative Tribunal, leaving parents with no prospect of a last-minute reprieve.

Families received notice at the same time as the school, giving them 30 days to arrange alternative care. The closure applies only to the after-school Garderie service, with the school’s Maternelle (pre-kindergarten) to Year 12 program and TeamKids services continuing to operate as normal.

Regulatory Action Across Multiple Services

The Early Learning Commission ordered several services across New South Wales to stop operating this week over safety concerns, after it determined they posed unacceptable risks to children due to repeated failures to meet national quality standards and ongoing breaches of national law at multiple facilities.

Great Western Family Day Care, which had 191 children enrolled, also had its provider approval cancelled after recording 411 breaches since 2018, including incidents where children were left unsupervised and hazardous items were within reach. Fairytales Preschool and Long Day Care Centre in Carlingford received immediate suspension over concerns including inappropriate discipline and failures to make mandatory child protection reports.

Regulator shut down several schools over safety concerns — *Photo Credit: Samuel Sida / Google Maps*

NSW Early Learning Relieving Commissioner Kristian Holz said the services had consistently failed to meet standards and repeatedly breached national law, making the strong action necessary.

Impact on Working Families

Parent advocacy group The Parenthood warned that sudden closures leave families in difficult positions, needing to balance child safety concerns with the practical reality of maintaining employment and household stability. Chief executive Georgie Dent said families face impossible choices when services close without warning.

The Lycée Condorcet statement emphasised there was no evidence of any incident involving physical harm or injury to a child, arguing the issues raised related to administrative compliance matters. However, the regulator’s crackdown signals a shift away from leniency. Commissioner Kristian Holz said persistent failures to meet the National Quality Standards are not mere paperwork errors but fundamental breaches of the duty of care owed to children. The school said it is reviewing its options regarding the decision.

Affected families must secure alternative after-school care before the March 6 closure, but a shortage of childcare places across Sydney makes it difficult for working parents in the eastern suburbs to find replacements at short notice. With waitlists already stretching into years, the sudden influx of about 100 families has created a ‘perfect storm’, and local providers warn that without emergency government intervention many parents will have to take leave or reduce their working hours.

Published 9-February-2026.

Malabar Network Overhaul Follows Debris Ball Incidents at Maroubra

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A large-scale wastewater upgrade program has been outlined following debris balls washing ashore near Maroubra, with investigations linking the material to the Malabar treatment system.

Debris Balls And Beach Closures

From late 2024 through early 2025, black, grease-like debris balls were reported along several NSW coastlines, including beaches near Maroubra. The incidents raised water quality concerns and resulted in temporary beach closures while clean-up and testing were carried out.

Laboratory testing later confirmed the debris was most likely connected to the Malabar wastewater treatment system, which discharges treated wastewater via a deep ocean outfall.

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What Investigations Revealed

Analysis of collected samples found the debris was largely made up of fats, oils and grease, alongside smaller amounts of petroleum-based material and other waste products such as hair and fibres.

The findings pointed to pressure within the wastewater network, particularly during periods of high load, as a contributing factor to the formation of the debris balls.

Scope Of The Upgrade Program

A $3 billion upgrade program is planned over 10 years, focusing on reducing the volume of wastewater requiring treatment and discharge through the Malabar outfall.

The Malabar system is one of the largest wastewater networks in Australia, servicing close to two million residents across Sydney’s south-west, including Fairfield, Campbelltown and Liverpool.

Facilities Prioritised First

Initial works will concentrate on the Glenfield and Liverpool water resource recovery facilities, with refurbishments and expanded processing capacity planned.

A new secondary treatment process at Liverpool forms part of the first stage, with further upgrades across the wider network scheduled progressively.

Operational Measures Alongside Construction

In addition to infrastructure works, the response includes increased inspection and cleaning of ocean outfall screens, strengthened trade-waste controls, and expanded education efforts targeting fats, oils and grease entering the system.

These measures are intended to reduce the risk of similar debris reaching beaches near Maroubra while longer-term upgrades are completed.

What Comes Next

Ongoing coordination between Sydney Water, the NSW Environment Protection Authority and an independent wastewater expert panel is expected to continue throughout the rollout period.

Information released alongside the program indicates impacts are expected to be limited, with any disruption largely confined to construction noise and vehicle movements near treatment facilities.

Published 19-Jan-2026

Maroubra Records Equal Highest Drowning Toll in Sydney

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Maroubra has emerged as one of Sydney’s most high-risk surf beaches, with long-term data showing it records the equal highest number of fatal drownings among sandy beaches in the city.

A Two-Decade Pattern At One Beach

Data spanning more than 20 years shows Maroubra Beach recorded 10 fatal drownings between July 2002 and early January 2026. This is the highest number recorded at any Sydney sandy beach during that period, shared with Bondi Beach.

Across Sydney, 79 confirmed drowning deaths were recorded at sandy beaches over the same timeframe. These figures do not include incidents involving rock platforms, ocean pools or boating activities.

Sydney beaches — *Photo Credit: Google Maps*

National Figures Put Local Risk In Context

The National Drowning Report 2025, produced by Royal Life Saving Australia in partnership with Surf Life Saving Australia, recorded 357 drowning deaths nationwide over the past 12 months.

This figure sits 27 per cent above the 10-year average. The report found 43 per cent of drowning deaths occurred in coastal locations, including 82 deaths at beaches.

Who Faces The Greatest Risk

While children aged five to 14 recorded the lowest drowning rates, risk increased sharply among people aged 15 to 24. Drowning rates were above the long-term average for every age group over 45.

One-third of all drowning deaths involved adults aged 65 and over, with the highest rates recorded among those aged 75 and older.

Maroubra drowning risk — *Photo Credit: Google Maps*

Behaviour Changes And Coastal Exposure

Experts attribute part of the recent increase in drowning deaths to changes in coastal behaviour following pandemic disruptions. These include missed swimming lessons, increased boating activity and greater exposure to uncontrolled or remote coastal locations.

Public awareness of beach hazards does not always translate into safer decision-making, particularly in exposed surf environments.

How Maroubra Compares Across Sydney

Mapping of drowning deaths across Sydney’s surf beaches over more than two decades shows Maroubra consistently ranks among the locations with the highest number of fatal incidents at sandy beaches.

This places Maroubra as a clear example of broader coastal safety risks identified at both city and national levels.

Outlook

Long-term data shows Maroubra remains one of Sydney’s most consistently high-risk surf beaches. National figures indicate coastal environments continue to account for a significant share of drowning deaths, reinforcing the ongoing importance of beach safety awareness.

Published 13-Jan-2026

Maroubra Coastal Foraging Walk Listed in Ocean Lovers Festival 2026

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Maroubra is included in the published program for the Ocean Lovers Festival 2026, with a coastal foraging walk scheduled as part of the festival’s month-long series of ocean-focused activities across Sydney.

Maroubra Added To Citywide Festival Program

Founded in Bondi in 2019, the Ocean Lovers Festival returns in March 2026 for its sixth year, continuing its evolution into a citywide event spanning Sydney’s coastline and harbour. The festival now runs across multiple locations throughout March, reflecting its expansion beyond its original Bondi setting.

The 2026 program operates under the theme “Dive into Discovery & Wonder” and is structured around the pillars of discovery, action and fun. Maroubra is listed among the participating suburbs, alongside Bondi, Manly, North Sydney and other harbour-side locations, as part of this broader coastal approach.

Coastal Foraging Walk Scheduled At Maroubra Beach

The Maroubra-based activity listed in the program is a coastal foraging walk scheduled for Saturday, 21 March 2026, commencing at 10 a.m. The event will begin outside the Pavilion Beachfront at Maroubra Beach and take place along South Maroubra.

The walk will be led by plant-based chef Elijah Attard, who is known for his work with wild and foraged ingredients. Participants will be guided along a route of approximately 1.5 kilometres, covering a mix of pavement, sand and grass, with some uneven terrain.

Learning Through Coastal Exploration

The session focuses on identifying edible coastal plants and developing an understanding of the diverse flora found along Sydney’s shoreline. The walk combines food knowledge with environmental awareness, encouraging participants to engage directly with their local coastal landscape.

Children aged six and over are permitted to attend when supervised. The event is weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of heavy rain or strong winds. Attendees are advised to wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection and water.

The walk concludes near the starting point, with participants given the option to join a post-walk ocean dip or coffee, with coffee not included.

Chef Elijah Attard — *Photo Credit: Elijah Attard/Instagram*

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Festival Timeline

The Ocean Lovers Festival 2026 runs from 1 March to 31 March, beginning with beach clean activities linked to Clean Up Australia Day and concluding with the SEA the Weed sunrise ceremony on 27 March at North Bondi.

Published 23-Dec-2025

Harris Farm Markets Launches Pacific Square Store in Maroubra

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Harris Farm Markets has opened a new store in Maroubra, with the retailer launching its latest location inside Pacific Square Shopping Centre.

New Store Opens in Maroubra

The Harris Farm Markets store officially opened on 4 December 2025 at Pacific Square Shopping Centre, Maroubra. The opening marked the arrival of the retailer in the beachside suburb, welcoming shoppers to a new fresh food destination.

The Maroubra opening is one of several new stores launched by Harris Farm Markets in 2025, following openings in Dural, Marrickville and Miranda.

Fresh Food and Grocery Range

The Maroubra store offers a selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables, alongside everyday groceries and pantry staples. The store brings together fresh produce and food items in a market-style setting.

Shoppers can also access a wide cheese range featuring local and international options, as well as a curated selection of premium pre-packed meats and charcuterie.

Harris Farm Maroubra — *Photo Credit: Harris Farm Markets/Facebook*

Sustainability and Local Products

Sustainability remains a focus at the Maroubra store through the continued use of the Imperfect Picks range. This includes fruit and vegetables that may not meet cosmetic standards but are suitable for consumption, helping reduce food waste while supporting Australian farmers.

The store also stocks artisan and gourmet products made by local suppliers, with an emphasis on products produced without artificial colours.

fresh food Maroubra — *Photo Credit: Harris Farm Markets/Facebook*

Opening Activities and Early Feedback

To mark the opening, Harris Farm Markets Maroubra ran in-store specials and hosted tastings from selected suppliers. Early feedback shared on social media reflected positive reactions from customers, with comments welcoming the new store and noting its size and product range.

Looking Forward

With the Maroubra store now open, Harris Farm Markets adds another location to its growing network across Sydney suburbs, offering fresh produce, grocery items and sustainability-focused initiatives at Pacific Square.

Published 15-Dec-2025

Historic Maroubra Property Changes Hands Outside Family for the First Time

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A historic Maroubra property with deep ties to one of Australia’s most significant food culture pioneers has been listed for sale, marking the first time it has changed hands outside the family in 95 years.

The two-storey residence at 3/730 Anzac Parade, known as Bettina, was built by Joachim Tavlaidis, better known as Mick Adams – the Greek immigrant who opened Australia’s first American-style milk bar in 1932.

Adams arrived in Australia from Greece as a 14-year-old in the early 1920s. A decade later, he would change the nation’s food landscape forever when he launched the Black & White 4d milk bar at Martin Place in Sydney on 4 November 1932, according to historians Effy Alexakis and Leonard Janiszewski.

**The Black and White 4d. Milk Bar in Martin Place**
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The milk bar concept proved wildly successful. By 1937, approximately 4,000 milk bars were operating across Australia, transforming how Australians socialised and consumed food.

**Inside the Black and White 4d. Milk Bar**
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Adams constructed the Maroubra property as a wedding gift for his daughter. The building, distinguished by its clock tower, has served various commercial purposes over the decades – operating as a milk bar, butcher shop, pizza restaurant and other ventures.

“He gave the property to my mother as a wedding present, and she owned it until her passing last year,” grandson Michael Gerondis explained in a statement.

Mr Gerondis and his sister purchased the property from their siblings and undertook extensive renovations to preserve its heritage while creating modern living spaces.

The restoration revealed fascinating glimpses into the building’s past. Workers discovered newspaper and linoleum from 1937 beneath the kitchen carpet, with floorboards underneath that had never been walked on.

“The floorboards had never been walked on – they’re pristine. We’ve polished them and they’re being used for the first time in nearly 90 years,” Mr Gerondis said.

The property’s iconic clock, frozen in time for 30 years, is now working again following the restoration.

The building has been converted into three family terraces, with the property for sale featuring generous proportions and significant original character. The former milk bar space became a recreational room during Mr Gerondis’s son’s tenancy, complete with a pinball machine and basketball court.

Ray White Dulwich Hill agent Steve Kremisis is handling the sale, with the property carrying a guide price of $1.8 million.

The listing describes the residence as smartly upgraded with impressive proportions, traditional charm and a deep rear garden, positioned in Maroubra’s sought-after Golden Triangle precinct.

Adams’ legacy received formal recognition in July 2024 when a commemorative plaque was unveiled in Martin Place, Sydney, after a seven-year campaign. The plaque acknowledges Adams’ achievement in establishing what historians believe was the world’s first modern milk bar, though both of Adams’ daughters had passed away before seeing the plaque installed.

The property is being offered for the first time in its history to buyers outside the Adams family, representing a rare opportunity to own a piece of Australian food history in one of Maroubra’s most recognisable buildings.

Published 11-December-2025

Maroubra Tree Painted Blue to Support Mental Health Awareness

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A dead tree at Nagle Park in Maroubra has been painted blue as part of a national mental health awareness initiative involving local community members.

Mental Health Symbol Installed in Maroubra

On 14 November 2025, community participants gathered at Nagle Park to paint a dead tree blue as part of the Blue Tree Project. The project began in 2019 and now includes more than 1,500 trees across Australia, each serving as a visible reminder to encourage mental health discussions.

The Maroubra chapter of The Man Walk proposed the idea earlier in the year to encourage connection and reduce social isolation. The group conducts weekly walks designed to offer men a supportive and open environment.

Details of the Blue Tree Project

The Blue Tree Project places painted blue trees in public spaces to help break down barriers around mental health. The newly painted tree in Nagle Park joins the national network of symbolic installations aimed at prompting conversation.

Members of The Man Walk highlighted that the tree is intended for the wider community and hoped it would prompt questions from people passing through the park. Suicide remains a leading cause of death for males aged 15 to 44 in Australia, underscoring the importance of such initiatives.

Plans are underway to install signage next to the painted tree, offering guidance on where to access support.

Support services listed include:
• Lifeline 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
• MensLine Australia 1300 789 978

The Man Walk Maroubra meets every Friday at 7:15 a.m. outside the Heffron Park Tennis Centre.

Blue tree Maroubra — *Photo Credit: RandwickCityCouncil/Facebook*

Growing Community Support

The Man Walk has expanded nationally, now running weekly in more than 80 Australian locations. Participants have collectively walked over 2.25 billion steps, reflecting the growing interest in simple, accessible community connection.

The Maroubra initiative reinforces this approach by providing a visual symbol aimed at strengthening mental health awareness within the suburb.

Local Messages of Support

Members involved in the initiative expressed that the blue tree is meant to reassure the community that seeking help is acceptable. They hope the installation encourages conversations and prompts individuals to check in on others.

What Comes Next for Maroubra

The painted tree will continue to stand in Nagle Park as a symbol of mental health awareness in Maroubra. Planned signage will guide residents towards support services and reinforce the message of connection and care.

Published 21-Nov-2025

“Do It for Yourself”: How Max Simmons Turned a Maroubra Childhood into a Global Dream

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Growing up in the beachside stretch between South Coogee and Maroubra, Max Simmons’ world was filled with rhythm long before he ever set foot on a professional stage. His earliest memories are of his mum dancing around the house with music playing on the TV.

“I swear I’ve been dancing since I was born,” he laughs. “It was a way for me to express myself without saying anything.”

That instinctive love for movement soon found direction when his parents enrolled him in a small Randwick studio, before he moved on to Brent Street Studios in Moore Park — a leading performing arts school. From the age of eight to nineteen, Brent Street became his second home.

“I never really connected with school,” Max admits, “but I always felt at home when dancing.”

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By Year 10, he was so certain of his calling that he left traditional schooling to join Brent Street Academy, a full-time dance and academic program designed for serious performers. It was there that he met mentors who would shape his career. Lucas Newland, Brent Street’s owner, instilled in him a fierce work ethic, while lead teacher — and fellow Maroubra local — Cassie Bartho taught him a lesson that stuck: “Sometimes good enough is just not enough.”

Today, Max assists Bartho in class, returning to the same rooms where he once trained, now as a teacher guiding the next generation.

For all his success as a dancer, Max’s journey hasn’t been without challenges. Rejection, he says, is part of the job.

“A lot of my close friends started booking jobs straight away, and I didn’t,” he recalls. “It’s tough when the people closest to you are living the dream you’re working so hard for. You start to question yourself and pick yourself apart. But I learned that rejection only means something else is waiting for you. Everything happens in its own time — you just have to be patient and stay focused.”

His persistence paid off in spectacular fashion when he was handpicked by Katy Perry’s personal choreographer to perform at the AFL Grand Final — in front of 100,000 people.

“Performing next to an icon whose music shaped my childhood was surreal,” he says. “That performance made it clear: I want to dance on the world’s biggest stages.”

He also starred in Prime Video’s Dancelife, which he says became a huge success and gave him a chance to share his story and love for dance on a global platform.

“Getting messages and love from around the world really made me realise: I want to keep doing this. I want to share myself and my artistry with as many people as I can,” he says. That momentum carried through to Netflix’s Wednesday premiere, where he performed alongside Jenna Ortega, and other international gigs that put him in the orbit of world-renowned choreographers.

Now, with representation from a leading LA dance agency, Max is preparing to take the next leap.

“Getting offered representation by a leading LA agency was a massive goal ticked off,” he says. “It opens so many doors — from connecting with top choreographers to being submitted for major auditions that I wouldn’t have access to otherwise. The visa process takes time, money, and a lot of preparation. And while the thought of leaving behind the comfort of home is scary, I’m ready to take that leap. I truly believe that the bigger the risks you take, the greater the reward.”

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Despite his sights set firmly on Los Angeles, Max hasn’t forgotten his roots. He still teaches in Sydney — from Randwick to Moore Park and Botany — helping young dancers understand that work ethic and attitude matter just as much as talent.

“I’d rather hire someone who shows up on time, listens, and works hard than someone who’s just naturally talented,” he says.

As for what’s next, his dream is simple but ambitious: to move overseas, go on a world tour with artists like Troye Sivan, Ariana Grande, or Lady Gaga, and keep creating — whether on stage, in music videos, or behind the camera as a choreographer and director.

When asked what keeps him grounded, Max doesn’t hesitate. His pre-show mantra says it all: “Do it for yourself. If I’m not enjoying it, the audience won’t either.”

And if he could choose a Maroubra spot for a photo shoot? “Definitely Mahon Pools,” he smiles. “I love swimming and soaking up the sun there — the water is stunning. I can totally picture a shoot by the rocks at sunset, with the ocean in the background. It captures that raw, natural beauty of Sydney’s coastline.”

For a boy who once practised Blame It on the Boogie in his living room, Max Simmons’ rhythm has carried him far — and it’s clear this Maroubra kid is only just getting started.

Published 7-Oct-2025

Neighbour’s Heroic Rescue Saves Elderly Woman From Burning Maroubra Apartment

A dramatic early morning rescue unfolded in Maroubra when a local resident risked his life to save an elderly woman trapped in a burning second-storey apartment on Portland Crescent.

Emergency services rushed to the scene around 4.15am on Sunday, 31 August, after flames were spotted engulfing the unit. While a 78-year-old man managed to escape the fire, his 74-year-old partner remained trapped inside the smoke-filled apartment.

In an act of courage, a neighbour entered the burning building and successfully helped the woman to safety. However, she sustained severe burns during the ordeal and was transported to Royal North Shore Hospital where she remains in serious condition.

Both the elderly man who initially escaped and the Good Samaritan neighbour were taken to Prince of Wales Hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation. Medical staff report both men are in stable condition.

The incident prompted the evacuation of the entire unit block as Fire and Rescue NSW crews worked to contain the blaze. While firefighters successfully prevented the fire from spreading beyond the original unit, several neighbouring apartments suffered smoke and water damage from the emergency response efforts.

Eastern Beaches Police Area Command officers have established a crime scene at the location. Specialist Scene of Crime Officers and Fire Investigators are expected to examine the premises to determine what caused the fire.

The Portland Crescent incident highlights the quick thinking and bravery that can emerge in crisis situations, with the neighbour’s swift action potentially saving a life. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on the recovery of those injured and supporting residents displaced by the evacuation.

Local authorities have not yet indicated when residents will be able to return to the affected building or provided estimates for repair work on the damaged units.

Published 31-August-2025