Locals in Gladesville recently informed me that the City of Ryde Council and new tenants at Rockend Cottage are in dispute.

Locals have been crying out for a new cafe or restaurant to open in this gorgeous building for a long time. Rockend was set to open shortly, but now all that is under a cloud.

Rockend cottage has a long history of being a place where people meet, eat and catch up. We all want our local venues to be active and thriving with vibrant spaces and outdoor seating.

I’ve compiled a petition to demand that the Liberal-run Ryde Council work quickly and reasonably with the new tenant to ensure that locals get what we all want: a vibrant new cafe and restaurant.

Add your name to the petition below to show the City of Ryde that a quick and reasonable solution has community support.