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with DamFest on Sunday the 18th of October. This year promises to be bigger and better than ever,

with loads of great activities and fun to be had for the whole family at Warragamba Recreation Reserve.

The day’s celebrations take place from 10:00am to 4:00pm, off ering free entry, it’s the perfect family fun day held right here in your own backyard!

The day will include live entertainment, featuring Jake Rattle and Roll, Kindifarm, Feathered Friends, Helicopter Joy Flights, Chainsaw Displays, Swap Meet (gates open 6am), Car and Bike Show (gates open 8am), Market Stalls and Amusement Rides.

Amusement ride wristbands can be purchased for $35 on the day or for $30 pre-paid at the Warragamba Silverdale Neighbourhood Centre.

Grab the family, bring your friends from wide and far, and get ready for a day out they won’t forget.

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edition of exciting local news, achievements and events.

Here we are at the tail end of the year, with less than 90 days until Christmas (yes! I said it).... we start to see plenty of local and wonderful festivities being held.

It's a great time of year as the sun shines, and activities draw us outdoors.

One event NOT to be missed is DamFest later this month, read all the fine details in our cover-story; hope to see you there!

From local wins (pg3) to locals banding together (pg5), New Developments and Local Opportunities (pg7), Burning Approvals (pg17), Police Updates (Pg18) to the Latest @ Luddenham (pg9) we’ve got it all covered... and more!

We also introduce you to our newest column ‘Say It Out Loud’, check it out on page 17.

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Wallacia Public School ‘Likes’ NSW Government Grant

Last month, Tanya Davies MP visited Wallacia Public School to have a look at the school’s newly constructed electronic noticeboard, which was installed as a part of a $16,977 NSW Government Community Building Partnership grant.

Wallacia Public School Principal Mark Davies, P&C President Jody Smith, along with teachers and students showed Tanya Davies their new electronic sign this morning.

Principal Mark Davies commented that the new noticeboard allowed the school to communicate far more eff ectively with their community.

Tanya Davies said that she was delighted to visit the school to see the upgrade and meet the students, who have given the project a thumbs up.

“I’m so pleased to hear of the diff erence that this new notice board is making in communication for this close-knit school community,” said Tanya Davies.

Wallacia Public School was one of 13 successful grant applicants who received a share of $300,000 in the 2014 round of community infrastructure grants.

Submissions have just been completed for 2015 Community Building Partnership funding.

“I’m looking forward to seeing more community groups being able to build the infrastructure and purchase the equipment they need to better serve the wider community,” Tanya Davies said.

For more information on the program and to apply in 2016, see http://www.communitybuildingpartnership.nsw.gov.au/home

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Pastor’s CornerEight year old Danny Dutton was answering an assignment, which

was to “Explain God”. Part of what Danny wrote was as follows:One of God’s main jobs is making people. He makes them to

replace the ones that die, so there will be enough people to take care of things on earth. He doesn’t make grownups, just babies. I think because they are smaller and easier to make. That way he doesn’t have to take up his valuable time teaching them to talk and walk. He can just leave that to mothers and fathers.

God’s second most important job is listening to prayers. An awful lot of this goes on, since some people, like preachers and things, pray at times beside bedtime. God doesn’t have time to listen to the radio or TV because of this. Because he hears everything, there must be a terrible lot of noise in his ears, unless he has thought of a way to turn it off.

God sees everything and hears everything and is everywhere which keeps Him pretty busy. So you shouldn’t go wasting his time by going over your mom and dad’s head asking for something they said you couldn’t have.

Jesus is God’s Son. He used to do all the hard work like walking on water and performing miracles and trying to teach the people who didn’t want to learn about God. They finally got tired of him preaching to them and they crucified him. But he was good and kind, like his father, and he told his father that they didn’t know what they were doing and to forgive them and God said O.K.

Eight year old Danny has a strong sense of who God is; we adults over complicate it, don’t we. Jesus said “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Mk 10:14

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Tanya Davies MP, Member for Mulgoa has joined Deputy Premier and Minister for Justice and Police Troy Grant and Attorney General Gabrielle Upton in launching Graffi ti Removal Day, which will be held on Sunday, 18 October 2015.

Tanya Davies said the community is fed up with graffi ti tags staining homes, businesses and public areas.

“Graffi ti Removal Day is a great opportunity for community

groups and local residents in Mulgoa to get involved in the graffi ti clean-up and send vandals a message,” said Tanya Davies.

Graffi ti costs over $100 million each year to clean up in NSW alone; money far better spent on improving services for the community.

“Graffi ti Removal Day has been getting bigger every year and grassroots community support is crucial to its success,” said Tanya Davies, “The only tag we want to see is the hashtag #rolluptorollout that will be all over social media as we encourage a record number of volunteers to join the graffi ti clean-up.”

Last year about 2,000 volunteers removed 21,000 square metres of graffi ti from about 275 sites across NSW, saving the government and private property owners an estimated $1.5 million.

Deputy Premier Troy Grant said graffi ti is an ugly stain on all communities and that it is frustrating for people to see homes, businesses and public amenities vandalised for no reason.

Attorney General Gabrielle Upton said Graffi ti Removal Day was an opportunity for volunteers to show pride in their communities and send a message to vandals that their destructive and criminal behaviour won’t be tolerated.

Graffi ti Removal Day is a joint initiative between the NSW Government and Rotary Down Under. It is supported by a range of organisations including the NRL, Scouts Australia, Girl Guides NSW & ACT, Australian Men’s Shed Association (NSW Branch), PCYC, NSW Police, high schools and local councils.

To volunteer or nominate a clean-up site, complete the online registration form at www.graffi tiremovalday.org.au

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Penrith Mayor Karen McKeown has met with a delegation from Mentougou District of Beijing and the new owners of Twin Creeks Golf & Country Club to discuss development and tourism opportunities in Penrith.

Councillor McKeown said the meeting was very positive in addressing the growing demand for quality conferencing and accommodation venues.

“Penrith lacks large scale accommodation properties which in turn can aff ect the City’s ability to attract large scale conferences and events,” Cr McKeown said.

“The new owners of Twin Creeks Golf & Country Club are interested in developing their property further which may contribute to the availability of quality accommodation and conference facilities in Penrith.

“Council is continuing to open the door to new projects, capital investment and partnerships to grow our City.”

Development + Tourism Opportunities Top of the Agenda

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At the September meeting of the Luddenham Progress Association, it was agreed to push to have Luddenham come under the control of Penrith Council. At the moment, half of Luddenham is in Liverpool Council the other half with Elizabeth Drive and the Northern Road being the divide. With the Western Sydney Airport going ahead, the Progress as well as most of the Luddenham residents are pushing to have the boundary changed to follow the Airport fence line from Elizabeth Drive to Willowdene Avenue and then to follow the boundary of Luddenham to meet up with the current border running parallel with Park Road.

Recent communication with the RMS have indicated that the Central and Campbell Street options have not been taken out of route options analysis for The Northern Road Stage 4. Their project team is still undertaking investigations and assessing all four shortlisted options. A preferred option is expected to be announced by December this year. They also stated that they have received very little support for the Central and Campbell Street options from the community during the consultation period. This feedback will inform part of the assessment process going forward to select a preferred option.

With houses being demolished daily clearing the site for the Western Sydney Airport, Luddenham has lost a lot of residents with most of Stage 1 of the Airport actually being in Luddenham.

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It seems that everyone has an opinion on Attention Defi cit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). How much of what we know is based on what we have heard from the media or hearsay rather than from the research?

» 1 in 10 children have ADHD. » ADHD is NOT bad kids or bad parents. » ADHD is real. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder.

Just like children with autism (1 in 100 children) or Down Syndrome (1 in 800 children), children with ADHD are born with unique challenges.

Children with ADHD have trouble with: attention and focus; staying still; and making good choices.

The ABSOLUTE BEST treatment for ADHD is medication. Forget everything you have heard in the media about how bad the medication is for kids. Just as children with diabetes or epilepsy require medication to be well, children with ADHD require medication to get the necessary chemicals into the frontal lobes of their brain so they can function better.

Nothing else, not a good diet or alternative therapies or fi sh oil tablets, can get those chemicals into the frontal lobes. Medication is the only thing. Taking medication helps children with ADHD to focus and pay attention. This means that they have a better chance of learning, making friends, and enjoying the opportunities that other children have.

The medication for ADHD has actually been around for 80 years and advances in medical research mean that there are more choices now. Research over the past 40 years has shown that children with ADHD who do not take medication are at a higher risk when they are adults of: drug and alcohol abuse; mental health problems; dropping out of school; unemployment; incarceration; car accidents; and relationship breakdown with family and peers.

The NEXT BEST treatment for ADHD is positive parenting – things like Triple P. However, positive parenting does not work unless the child is taking medication. Without the medication, the child won’t have the attention span or working memory to listen or understand.

Parents who have a child with ADHD have to battle the stigma of ADHD every day. As 1 in 10 children have ADHD, this stigma leaves a lot of people (children and their families) not feeling very good about themselves, and feeling isolated and alone. The stigma prevents parents from making the best possible choices about their child’s treatment.

Parenting is a tough job. Parenting a child with ADHD is a tougher job. If you know a parent who has a child with ADHD, sometimes the best advice is an ear to listen and a heart to understand. If you know a child with ADHD, they having a problem, they are not the problem

NCNS and parents from the ADHD Support Group will be at Westfi eld Penrith (Big W end) on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of October raising awareness about ADHD. On the 16th October, we will be holding an ADHD seminar for parents wanting to know more about ADHD.

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Wollondilly Shire Council’s Mayor, Cr Simon Landow has sworn an oath to stand up to domestic violence and wants to use his term as Mayor to talk with the community about this important issue. According to domestic violence website whiteribbon.org.au, “over 12 months, on average, one woman is killed every week in Australia as a result of intimate partner violence” and “in Australia, one in four children is exposed to domestic violence.”

Mayor, Cr Simon Landow said “Domestic violence is happening everywhere and the statistics are appalling, 63 woman this year. The fact that woman and children can be put at risk everyday by their partners or relatives is disgusting to most of us. Is there something we can do? I believe that while men keep turning a blind eye to domestic violence it will continue. Only by confronting the perpetrators — whether they are family, colleagues or mates — and telling them “enough is enough” can we make a diff erence.”

“Whiteribbon.org.au says that men can be involved as individuals and can stand up to violence. The website provides tips for how you can respond if you witness domestic violence, if you are aware of domestic violence and standing up against violence. I encourage people to have a look at domestic violence websites, think about what can be done and begin a change in attitudes.”

If you are interested in raising awareness about domestic violence you can check the following websites Whiteribbon.org.au, Ourwatch.org.au. If are aware of a man who is a victim of domestic violence there is a website called oneinthree.com.au which deals with the violence against men.

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Core Strength Work for Chronic Lower Back Pain Due to Slipped Disc?

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A very worthwhile job which we have just completed was for WIRES - they wanted some Possum Boxes.

With help from Bunnings who supplied the wood, brackets, screws, etc, we did the cutting up and assembling and had great pleasure in handing over the fi nished goods to Val Chew (Wires) and Amy Rawlings (Bunnings). They (the boxes) looked quite good and hope the possums appreciate a nice new home!

Just a reminder that we are open 3 days a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and we also have a permanent Garage Sale on Friday morning as new goods are coming in all the time.

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Annual Assistance to Support Carols by Candlelight

Wollondilly Shire Council is accepting applications from local Church and Community groups who are planning Carols by Candlelight events in Wollondilly this year. Funding of up to $500 is available to eligible groups.

Mayor, Cr Simon Landow said “I encourage local groups to apply for the funds to the expenses to hold Carols by Candlelight events. These local events bring our community together to celebrate the Christmas Festive Season”.

Applications are available from Council’s website or by contacting the Community Projects & Events Team on 4677 9611. Applications close 16 October 2015.

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Gnocchi with Burnt Butter + OreganoEasy • Time 20min • Serves 4

Lemon + Coconut SliceEasy • Time 2Hrs 10 Min • Serves 12

Ingredients • 2x 500g Packets Potato Gnocchi• 100g Butter• 2-3 Garlic Cloves, Thinly Sliced• 1/2 Cup Fresh Oregano Leaves

Ingredients • 250g Milk Arrowroot Biscuits• 125g Unsalted Butter, Melted, Plus Extra 1 Tbs Softened Unsalted

Butter• 1/2 Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk• 1 Cup Desiccated Coconut• Finely Grated Zest and Juice of 1 Lemon• 2 Cups Pure Icing Sugar, Sifted• Toasted Coconut Flakes, to Sprinkle

Method1. Cook gnocchi in a large saucepan of boiling water following

packet directions. Drain. Return to pan.2. Meanwhile, heat the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat

until just foaming. Add the garlic and season with salt and pepper. Simmer until the butter just starts to brown.

3. Add the oregano to the butter mixture. Cook for a further 1 minute.

4. Pour the butter mixture over the gnocchi and shake the pan to coat.

Source: taste.com.au/recipes/24851/gnocchi+with+burnt+butter+and+oregano?ref=collections,4-ingredient-recipes

Method1. Grease and line a 20cm square pan with baking paper, leaving

plenty overhanging the sides.2. Place biscuits in a food processor and whiz to fi ne crumbs. Add

melted butter, condensed milk, desiccated coconut and lemon zest, then whiz until well combined. Press the mixture into the prepared pan and chill for 2 hours or until fi rm.

3. For the icing, combine icing sugar, lemon juice and remaining 1 tbs softened butter in a bowl, stirring until smooth.

4. Spread icing over slice and sprinkle with toasted fl aked coconut. Allow to set for 1 hour, then slice into 12 rectangles.

Source: taste.com.au/recipes/37313/lemon+and+coconut+slice

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General Approval to Burn and Other Pile Burning Approvals

Wollondilly Shire residents are reminded that the Bush Fire Danger Period commences on 1 October 2015 and will remain in force until 31 March 2016 or unless otherwise directed by the Rural Fire Service.

A Fire Permit issued by the Rural Fire Service will be required for any backyard and pile burning during this Bush Fire Danger Period until further notice.

Before ANY burning can take place during this period the property owner needs to contact Council for advice. If appropriate, a General Notice issued in accordance with the Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2010 will be issued as a fi rst step. The issue of this notice does not allow you to burn.

You must then make application to the NSW Rural Fire Service, (Picton Offi ce) to obtain an Approval to Burn prior to the commencement of the burn. During this period inspections of the proposed pile burn will be carried out by the RFS.

Previous approvals issued by Council are suspended during the Bush Fire Danger Period.

STEP 1: Contact Council and make application for Pile Burn.STEP 2: Application determinedSTEP 3: If approved a General Notice will be issued. (This does not allow you to burn)STEP 4: Contact the NSW Rural Fire Service, Picton Offi ce to seek approval to burnResidents should also be aware that unapproved burning

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A long time ago God noticed that humans were bored (this is a middle eastern story). So he sent them Beauty and Ugliness, who happened to be two women. Ugliness was in rags — not pleasant to look at and morally despicable. Beauty was splendidly dressed, and her outer good looks were matched by inner harmony and goodness.

The two women started their journey together. They had to cross a desert and walk a long, long time before reaching humanity. Towards the end of the journey they were tired and hot; they passed by a lake, so Ugliness said: how about a swim? Beauty agreed.

They got undressed and left their clothes on the shore. Beauty swam far away, but Ugliness stayed near the shore. As soon as Beauty was out of sight, she got out of the water, took Beauty’s clothes, and went on by herself. When Beauty swam back, she realized she had been robbed. She was left with the rags; so she wore them. That is how Beauty and Ugliness came to humanity: each with the other’s clothes.

We are told not to judge a book by its cover…but we do. I remember reading about a man who had been blind since birth saying the gift of his blindness was that he didn’t judge people by how they looked. Lets hope we can be open to the beauty of each person we encounter even if they do present in rags!

Police are investigating following a fatal car crash at Luddenham near Penrith last month.

Just before 2pm (Saturday 5 September 2015), emergency services responded to reports of a car crash on The Northern Road, 500m north of Park Road.

On arrival, offi cers from St Marys Local Area Command and Traffi c and Highway Command located a Holden Captiva that had crashed into a tree.

The driver and sole occupant, a woman, died at the location.

Police are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and are appealing for any witnesses that have not yet spoken to offi cers, to come forward.

The scene will be examined by specialist forensic offi cers.Initial investigations indicate that the car was driving north

along The Northern Road and has left the road and crashed into a tree.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

Man Charged After Cannabis Plants + Snakes Seized at Home - WarragambaA man has been charged after police allegedly seized

91 cannabis plants, four snakes, and other items at a home in Warragamba last month.

About 12.30pm (Tuesday 1 September 2015), following investigations into the supply of drugs in the area, police executed a search warrant at a home on First Street, Warragamba.

During the search warrant, police allegedly located a hydroponics set-up, and seized 91 cannabis plants, dried and pre-packaged cannabis, four snakes (two albino carpet pythons and two woma pythons), and other items.

All items were seized and will undergo forensic examinations. The snakes were seized by the National Parks and Wildlife Service.

At the home, police arrested a 35-year-old man. He was taken to Penrith Police Station where he was charged with;

- Cultivate commercial quantity of prohibited plants,- Cultivate by enhanced indoor means,- Supply prohibited drug,- Possess prohibited drug, and- Possess restricted substance.He was refused bail and was due to appear at Penrith

Local Court the following day (Wednesday 2 September 2015). Investigations are continuing.

Source: www.police.nsw.gov.au/news

Source: www.police.nsw.gov.au/news

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In January Wollondilly Shire Council launched a “Koala Hotline” so the Community could assist us with information about this iconic Australian animal. To help preserve native wildlife we are mapping the movements of koalas. We hope to raise awareness about the increasing population of koalas and remind motorists to take care on the roads and drive slowly especially at night.

What do I do if I see a koala?

• Do NOT attempt to pat a koala! They may look cuddly, but koalas have sharp claws and can be aggressive if threatened. Stay a safe distance away to take photos.

• Report your sighting, or evidence of activity (scats, scratchings, bellowing, etc) to Council’s

• Koala Hotline 4677 1100• If the koala appears injured call: WIRES 4684 1656What can I do to help?

• Cars and dogs pose the biggest risk to koalas. So it is suggested that:

• Keep dogs secured while you are not at home and preferably indoors at night. Consider owning a small dog.

• Dogs should be kept on a leash at all times outside the home. Notify Council if you see dogs roaming or unleashed.

• Erect koala friendly fences. Open form fencing (wire, post and rail) or palings are best. Consider a fence bridge and fence capping if you have colorbond.

• Incorporate trees into the fence line or place overlapping trees on each side of the fence to form a bridge.

• Maintain healthy bushland around your home and plant a variety of native feed trees and shrubs.

• Consider planting koalas favourite feed trees: Eucalyptus punctata, E.viminalis , tereticornis, and E.agglomerata

If you spot a koala or fi nd evidence of their activity then give us a call 4677 1100, email any photos and information to council@

wollondilly.nsw.gov.au OR if you fi nd an injured koala phone Wollondilly WIRES on 4684 1656.

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Still others believe that a property bubble is forming and it’s about to burst.Of course nobody has a crystal ball but the consensus amongst economists is that

there is no property bubble. Given that there is still a considerable under supply of properties (in Sydney) and a low interest rate environment for the foreseeable future, property values should continue to grow.

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The pups are then placed with families that have been specially selected by Guide Dogs staff . They are called "puppy raisers". Over the next 12 months, these families will provide the pups with basic social skills, obedience and lots of fun! The pups will visit places they'll later encounter as Guide Dogs, and experience all the sights, sounds and most importantly for any dog, smells of the outside world.

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When the pups are about 14 months old, they return to the Guide Dogs Centre.

Over two weeks, the instructors carefully assess every puppy on several long walks. Prospective Guide Dogs must be eager to work, with good concentration and initiative. They must also control the temptation to be distracted by other animals.

With such stringent standards, not all puppies are suitable for guiding work. Puppies that are selected to become Guide Dogs undergo an intensive fi ve-month program to learn the complex skills required for their new job. They begin with simple commands and progress to more challenging tasks. These skills include:

• Walking in a straight line without sniffi ng.• Walking on the left-hand side slightly ahead of the trainer.• Stopping at all kerbs.• Waiting for a command before crossing roads.• Stopping at the top and bottom of stairs.• Avoiding obstacles at head height.• Avoiding spaces too narrow for a person and a dog to walk

through side by side.• Boarding and travelling on all forms of public transport.• Taking the trainer to a lift.• Laying quietly for some time, particularly at a workplace or

in restaurants.• Refusing commands that may lead the trainer into danger

- for example, if the trainer instructs the Guide Dog to walk them into a hole, the dog should refuse to walk forward when commanded.

Despite the hard work involved, Guide Dogs have a rewarding job indeed. These intelligent dogs lead an interesting life and enjoy its many challenges.

It takes nearly two years to develop a pup into a responsible Guide Dog.

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WEEKLY EVENTS

COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARDThursday October 8

Red Cross Penrith Branch Meeting(2nd Thursday of each month)CWA Hall Tindale St, PenrithCoff ee available from 9:30am Enquires: Diane 9623 9789

Wednesday October 14

Lung Support Group(2nd Wednesday of each month) 10 - 12pm Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre 19 Bringelly Road Kingswood.$3 to cover tea and coff ee. Followed by Lungs in action exercise class run by a qualifi ed instructor. 12 - 1pm - FREE Enquires: John 4735 1542 or

Gloria 4733 8926

Wednesday October 14

Arthritis NSW (2nd Wednesday of each month)Penrith Branch MeetingCWA Hall, Tindale St, Penrith. Coff ee available from 9:30amFurther details - Diane 9623 9789

Thursday October 15

Solo Circle of Friends(3rd Thursday of each month)For single men & women 55 yrs & over who enjoy lunches, dinners, outings etc. Come and join our friendly group. To join, send self

addressed envelope to Secretary, PO Box

7557, South Penrith NSW 2750

Thursday October 15

Blue Mountains Parkinson's Support Group (3rd Thursday of every month)Meet us at Springwood for morning tea, guest speakers, and support for suff erers and carers of Parkinson's Disease. Enquires: Viv or Barry for

initial contact on 0404 836 921 or 47 379141.

Sunday October 18

Dam FestCar and Bike ShowFamily fun day - live entertainment, emergency services displays, amusements, rides & market stalls. Free entry.Warragamba Recreation ReserveFor more information - Warragamba Silverdale Neighbourhood Centre 02 4774 1273 or [email protected]

Sunday October 18

Penrith City National Servicemens Association of Australia(3rd Sunday of the month)Penrith RSL Club at 10:30am.New members and visitors welcome. Coff ee and tea providedEnquires: Harry Morfoot J.P 4737 8257

Sunday October 18

Nepean Blue Mountains Hawkesbury Regional Rose Society of NSW Annual Rose Spring Show.10am-4pm at Jamisontown Public School Hall. Entry Free. Sausage Sizzle, Cake Stall, Raffl e, Plants for Sale Contact: Glynis Hayne -

Secretary 0427104 9447

River Valley Singers Singer wanted for newly formed groupWednesdays 7pm to 9pm at PenrithPaceway Phone 47351675 or 0402 669 640

Monday October 19

(3rd Monday of each month)Nepean Evening VIEW Club are holding their Dinner Meeting at Panthers Penrith arrive 7.00pm for 7.30pm meal and meeting - cost $26 (bookings essential). Women of VIEW support the Smith Family’s Learning for Life project. New members warmly welcomed. Enquires:

Yvonne Boorer on 0413 559 711

Monday October 19

The next meeting of the Nepean / Blue Mountains Prostate Cancer Support Group will be held at 6.30pm in Lecture Room 1, Learning & Development Unit, located in the Nepean 2 building, (formally known as the SWAHS 2 building) Nepean Public Hospital. All meetings are available to males and their partners who are seeking information on this cancer, and who live in the Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury and Penrith areas. Come along and experience the caring and benefi ts off ered by our Support Group whose motto is YOU ARE NOT ALONE.Enquiries: Visit our website www.

prostatesupport.org.au or David Wilkinson,

President 1300 13 38 78

Sunday October 25

Hubertus Country Club Markets(Last Sunday of each month)8:30am start. Household goods, bric-a-brac, arts and crafts, plants, food and refreshments. 205 Adams Rd, LuddenhamBooking and Enquires:

Cheryl 0416 792 719

Saturday October 31

Back to LuddenhamWith the closing of Vicary’s Winery and Woolshed we are calling all past and present reseidents to be one of the last to experience one of Luddenham biggest attractions and purchase your last bottle of Vicary’s Wine. Tickets $56 includes wine tasting between 7 - 8pm, 3 course meal, Bush Dances.

Saturday October 31

Hall owee nSaturday November 7

Mulgoa Landcare Group (1st Saturday each month)9am - 1pm. Phone: 0411 487 512 for venue. Market at Uniting Church, Northern Road, Luddenham. Cancer Council Rose Bushes FOR SALE.

Saturday November 7

Wallacia Community Market DayWallacia Hall, Cnr Greendale Road & Roma Avenue, Wallacia 8am –3pmBring The Family, Have Fun & Grab A BargainA Wide Variety Of Market Stalls Featuring Local Arts, Crafts, Food, New & Used Wares.Entertainment - Kids Disco - Fun Photo Booth - Face Painting. Stall holders wanted.For All Enquiries Email: [email protected]

Contact: Ellena On 0403 738 500

Event dates may alter at short notice. Check with the event organiser for the most up to date details.

Every Monday

6pm – 7.30pm

Warragamba Junior Guides (Ages 7-10)Enquires: Julie 0414 619 382

Every Monday/Wednesday & Friday

9am – 2pm

Warradale Men’s Shed is a place where men can socialise, talk about their problems and build new friendships. We are a member of the “Australian Men’s Shed Association” Come to us if you have time on your hands or just want to sit around yarning.. We are at 10 Eighteenth St, Warragamba (opposite the Worker’s Club). Try your hand at woodworking, gardening etc. We welcome, we listen, we help. Try us. Roll up any time. Enquires: Terry: 4653 1943

Ron: 4774 1343 Brian: 4774 0276

Every Tuesday

11am – 12pm

Never Too Old To Make Music!Come and sing, reminisce, play instruments and make music with the team from Nordoff -Robbins for a fun hour of interactive music-making. It’s a great free community music session generally suited to Seniors.Venue: Woodriff Function Room, Panthers, Mulgoa Road, PenrithEnquiries: penrith.panthers.com.au/

activities-in-penrith/music-therapy/

Every Wednesday

Rotary Club of Wallacia-Mulgoa ValleyCost of meal $20.00 per head (One course, Plus tea coff ee/BYO Alcohol)To book, contact Jan Bradley on 0428

289 919. Expressions of interest for

Guest Speakers, please call Jan or email:

[email protected]

Every Wednesday

6.30pm – 8.30pm

Warragamba Girl Guides 10-14 years of ageEnquires: Gabrielle 0409 042 136

Every Thursday

9am – 10am

Gentle Exercise GroupDo you want to join a friendly group with lots of laughs & social interaction? Work at your own pace. Memory & Relaxation Techniques. A great way to improve: Osteoporosis and Arthritis problems, Co-ordination & Balance Warragamba Town Hall. Cost: $3 Enquires: 4774 1273

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7pm – 9:45pm

Love Modern Jive dance lessons and social group for over 18’s. Get fi t, learn to partner dance and meet new friends. Beginners, couples and singles welcome. $10 for members, $15 casual per session. For more information call

Andrew 4730 3300 Or visit Facebook:

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Wednesday November 11

Remembrance DayMemorial Park, Warragamba. 10.45 amRemembering 70 years ending WWII, signing of amnesty WWI, and all wars defending our country.


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Wallacia 2745

Land Clearing, Trenches, General Excavation, Posthole & Pier Drilling.

M & S VELLA EXCAVATIONS

4773 3217 or 0419 280 772

• Truck, Bobcat Skid Steer Loader, Excavator Hire • Auger, Forks & Hammer

• Rubbish Removal & Site Cleaning • Landscaping, Turf & Plants

• Retaining Walls

0419 018 866Lic No. 219463C

GIFTS

FLORIST

EXCAVATIONS

EXCAVATIONS

EXCAVATIONS

ELECTRICIAN

ELECTRICIAN

Lic No: R84571

Joe’s Ultimate Handyman Services

All Aspects of Building and Building Repairs

0422 765 397‘Service with a smile’

BUILDING Concrete Footings, Bag Rendering, Block Work, Window Repairs, Saw Cutting, Stone Walls, Decorative Stone Laying, All BrickworkBUILDING REPAIRS Tiles, Plastering, Carpentry, Doors & Locks, Painting, Fly Screens, Leaky TapsGENERAL JOBS Lawn Mowing, Rubbish Removal, Garden Care, Property Maintenance

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

HAIR & BEAUTY

HANDYMAN

HANDYMAN

EXCAVATIONS

PENRITH GAS SHOP Save Money – Switch to GasGas room heating servicing/repairs

Hot water repairs / replacement – Gas appliance conversions LPG to Natural Gas –

New heater sales YOUR ONE STOP GAS SHOP

4731 1208

HOT WATER / GAS HEATING

ABN 39 080 844 426 | AFSL 225 047

For all your General Insurance Needs

Your Local Insurance Specialists

• Motor Vehicle• Business• Public Liability

• All other General Insurance Products

[email protected]

4731 8711

4732 4566 fax: 4732 4588

www.jandlkitchens.com

Open Mon – Thurs 7.30am - 4pm Friday 7.30am - 2pm Saturday 9am - 1pm

Quality Affordable KitchensEnquire about a Free Consultation

Come and visit our showroom at Unit 1/6 Coombes Dr, Penrith

KITCHENS

INSURANCE

Licence No 115083Cwww.craigsmgasteelbuildings.com.au

P: 4773 4478 | M: 0419 993 723CALL US FOR AN OBLIGATIONS FREE DESIGN CONSULTATION

Carports

ABN: 27 109 556 890

®

GARAGES

ELECTRICIAN

24 E y Swww.rondys.com.au

4737 9990 0423 877 630


Phone Daniel

0410 602 502 LICENCE NUMBER: 221268C

BLUE SKY SHUTTERS

www.blueskyshutters.com.au

Plantation Shutters Blinds Security Doors

Call Peter 0414706142 or 0247336214

ABN 32 076 084 403

20yrs exp.

Sue’s Sanctuary......for massage and healingWe specialise in Relaxation, Remedial, Sports,

Contact Susan or Chanelle4774 1074 or 0414 741 [email protected] appointments

For more information on treatments

MOBILE MECHANIC & AUTO ELECTRICIAN

LIC: MVRL49778 | ABN 28 810 399 437

0434 217 614

[email protected]

ROLL ON

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T’S MOBILE LAWNMOWERMOBILE LAWNMOWERREPAIRSREPAIRSCall BertCall Bert

0419 981 0010419 981 001Repair & servicing of all makes of

mowers, chainsaws & line trimmers

0417 423 1660417 423 166Free Call

Glen Baragry

4736 5136 0418 638 845

Professional . Pride . PerfectionProfessional . Pride . Perfection

PLUMBING

PET CARE - GROOMING

Dog Grooming Salon and Pet

Boutique

Unit 39, 38-40 Abel Street, Penrith, 4722 9492.

open Mon to Fri 9-6 and Sat 9-3.

ALL AREASAll General Painting

No job too big or smallFree quotes - No obligation

0402 008 936Lic No. 221820C

Steve J’s Painting ServicesSteve J’s Painting ServicesPAINTER

24 Hrs – 7 Days Licensed Plumber, Drainer & Gasfitter

Emergency Hot Water Repairs & Replacements

Blocked Drains Leaking Taps & Toilets, Gutters,

LP Gas & Natural Gas, Water Leaks, Rainwater Tanks.

Call your local Plumber on: P: 4727 2727 M: 0410 638 342

No Job Too Small Lic. 158889C

4773 8744 or 0410 638 342

PLUMBING

PLANTATION SHUTTERS

PAINTER

MOBILE MECHANIC

massagepenrith.com.au4722 3503ESSENTIAL BODYWORKS

Massage TherapyMassage...’So much more than a simple pleasure’

REMEDIAL – SWEDISH/RELAXATION COUPLES – SPORTS – PREGNANCY – REFLEXOLOGY

DAY SPA PACKAGES – HOT STONE THERAPY GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

Located Inside Insignia Hair & Day Spa ABCOE Centre

14/69 York Road, Penrtih 2750

DA Lawn, Garden & Handyman servicecall David 4774 2234

0413 569 743 or 0403 311 072‘Reliable friendly service’

LAWNS & GARDENS

MASSAGE

MASSAGE

LAWN MOWER REPAIRS

PROMPT & RELIABLE“SATISFACTION IS OUR POLICY”

Family Business Est. 30 Years

LICENSED PLUMBERS, DRAINERS GASFITTERS

0415 249 677Lic. No. 39212C

PLUMBING

PET CARE - GROOMING

OUR BUDGET MOBILE

DOG WASH & clipping

service, WILL KEEP

YOU & YOUR DOG

HAPPY

4774 0026

0417 262706

WE COME TO YOU

West Pet Care

Gardens, Decks, Retaining Walls, Turfing, Irrigation,

Paving & Garden MaintenanceCall Ben

0448 844 314

HERITAGE LANDSCAPES & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Licence No. 223594C

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING SUPPLIES

4774 2440Deliveries Available

Open 7 days

SILVERDALESAND & SOIL

Kevin Ryan0418 480 753

Lic No. 60523C

Specialising in• Kitchen renovations• Replacing benchtops and doors to existing kitchens

KITCHENS

KITCHENS

Your local kitchen, bathroom & laundry renovation specialist based in Mulgoa and servicing the Penrith,

Wollondilly and Blue Mountains district.

www.kitchenvision.com.au Lic No: 236100c


WelcomeChinese Restaurant

Michael and Sally WuShop 2, Lot 1, Weir Rd, Warragamba

Fully licencedAir conditioned

Take away serviceFunction Catering

EFTPOS, Bankcard, Visa & Mastercard Welcome

4774 1944

Open Monday - Saturday (Closed Sunday) for Lunch & Dinner

Open Mothers and Fathers Day

WWW.MATTSSKIPBINS.COM.AU 0432 696 812

2 Cubic Metre from $2203 Cubic Metre from $3204 Cubic Metre from $4206 Cubic Metre from $6208 Cubic Metre from $7209 Cubic Metre from $820

CASH OR CARD WELCOMEConditions Apply.

TIME FOR A CLEANOUT?

$

MATT’S SKIP BINS0432 696 812

For any enquiries please contact(M) 0401 554 811 (E) [email protected]

(W) www.ryanmanfieldplumbing.com

Licenced in

We are qualified in general maintenance including but not limited to

Licence # 218884C

or find us on or

Warradale Tuition AFFORDABLE. QUALIFIED. LOCAL. EXPERIENCED.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBPAGE!

http://warradaletuition.weebly.com/

Contact: 0404498997 for more information.

Our Services Include:

ABN 91 265 262 565

Wallacia Plumbing

Tel: 4773 8698 Mob: 0418 610 509

Greg Beatson Wallacia

Plumber Drainer N.G. & L.P. Gasfitter Backflow Prevention Accredited Hotwater Systems Repaired and Replaced

Lic No. L9397. L9397

Wallacia Plumbing

PLUMBING

PLUMBING

Lic No 86216C

0418 446 590 4773 8634

TM

CHEAP SKIP BINSEnvironmentally friendly recyclable waste

LOCALLY OWNED4735 4007 / 0408 025 232Bins ranging from 2m³ to 7m³

• Remove all types of rubbish & scrap metal • Cash for cars • Prompt & reliable

• Competitive price for domestic & commercial

Licence No.239747C

Paul’s Tiling

Mobile: 0439 664 866

Moosehead Woodworks

0419 634 323

Cabinets & Woodwork

MULGOA VETERINARY CLINIC1284 Mulgoa Rd Mulgoa

4773 9091Please phone for an appointment

RUBBISH REMOVAL WINDSCREENS

WOODWORK

VET

TILING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

TREE SERVICES

TUITIONROOFING

WINDOW CLEANING

Prestige AutoglassLOCAL MOBILE SERVICE

Ph: 0422 388 077

Off The CuthWINDOW CLEANING

Mob: 0425 217 566

PLUMBING

RESTAURANTPLUMBING

Phone: 4733 0792Email: [email protected]

less less than than

$1 per $1 per dayday


Serving Pizza, Pasta, Steak and Seafood Dishes

Italian Ristorante

Pietro the chef creates delicious dishes

SMS or Phone: 0407 431 043

Phone Orders on Party Enquiries on 0407 431 043

Now Fully

Licensed Gluten FreePizza & Pasta

Yummy Creative Friendly Delicious TastyTraditional Seasonal Sensational

www.pietro.com.au

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Mulgoa Valley Gazette October 2015