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An Endless Summer Surprise on the Bondi to Bronte Walk

March 2, 2026

As an Eastern Suburbs local, the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk is practically part of my DNA. It’s where I clear my head, find creative inspiration, and occasionally bump into familiar faces. But last Saturday, what unfolded was something altogether unexpected. I was walking toward Bondi Beach, camera never far from reach, when I noticed a very recognisable figure heading in the opposite direction toward Bronte. It was none other than Richard Marx. Yes — the voice behind “Right Here Waiting,” “Hazard,” and “Endless Summer Nights.” The soundtrack to countless 80s and 90s love stories. And there he was, casually…

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by Jay
Thank You letters

A Bondi Kid’s Thank You Letter

September 18, 2025

Letter writing is a timeless way to share joy, gratitude, and stories. For kids, it’s not only about saying thank you—it’s about capturing the excitement of a special moment and putting it into words that last forever. Here’s an example from Max, a Bondi local who recently celebrated his birthday with a very special gift. Thanks to his new skateboard, he now spends his afternoons at the world-famous Bondi Skate Bowl. Right beside the beach and the filming spot for the TV show Bondi Rescue, the Skate Bowl is an icon that attracts visitors and famous faces from all over…

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by Jay
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Hidden Stories in Paint: Bondi Pavilion’s Letters from the Past

August 25, 2025

Bondi Pavilion has long been more than a landmark by the sea—it’s a place where generations have gathered, swum, celebrated, and written their own chapters in Bondi’s story. During its recent restoration, something unexpected was revealed: words from the past, carefully preserved beneath layers of paint. As conservation teams worked to repair the building, they uncovered original hand-painted signage dating back decades. Among the discoveries were faded directions to the Turkish & Hot Sea Water Baths, the Bondi Junior Lifesaving Club (then known as the “Life Boys”), and the Pavilion’s central entry. Though incomplete and weathered, these signs are living…

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by Jay