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THANKS AUSTRALIA Proud parents praise the lucky country for their son’s success story by Belinda Noonan
JUST LIKE thousands of other school leavers, years of university study are ahead and among the many success stories is Ashfield De La Salle 2013 Dux, Anthony Nghiem-Nguyen, who has been offered a UNSW scholarship worth $40,000 for his Commerce and Media degrees. There are higher scores than the 96.30 gained by Anthony, but there surely couldn’t be a more grateful and happy set of parents than father, Tuan Nghiem and mother, Anh Nguyen who say the opportunities for education in Australia is the key to having a better life. “We want to thank Australia for the opportunity to raise our children and to the College who gave our son the best support,” said Tuan. “What Anthony has achieved is all thanks to this country.” For Anh, whose brother escaped Vietnam by boat as a sixteen-year-old in 1978 and then sponsored his family’s immigration ten years later, the pride in her son’s achievement runs deeply.
“We are very proud, so proud. Anthony’s mark certainly reflected his hard work,” said Anh. Quietly spoken and articulate, Anthony says goal-setting, organisation and perseverance helped with the heavy Year 12 workload. “I had a timetable that allowed for homework, assessments and extra note-making to be done before due dates,” Anthony explained. “This ensured that I never fell behind. At the beginning of the year I set short and long term goals and persevered towards their achievement.” Anthony credited his parents and teachers at De La Salle Ashfield for his success. “The result means a lot to me. It was a massive reward. I know how hard my parents worked and I wanted to make it worthwhile. I was also lucky enough to have teachers who were always willing to read and provide feedback on draft essays, and this really helped improve the quality of my responses.” – Continued on page 12
Proud parents Tuan Ngheim (left) and Anh Nguyen (right) celebrate Anthony’s HSC success.
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T’S HARD TO THINK OF any living Australian as revered and respected as Ita Buttrose.
The 72-year-old publishing powerhouse and magazine queen has been in the spotlight since the launch of the revolutionary women’s magazine, Cleo which formed the basis of the excellent miniseries, Paper Giants.
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THE QUEEN AND I
BURWOOD Apart from Nene King, who featured in last year’s sequel, I doubt there’d be any other editor in Australia worthy of having
an entire mini-series made about them. Although I’m far from the target market of any of Ita’s titles, it is one of my greatest laments that I never had the chance to work in the golden days of print. Brought up with chat
rooms and chain emails, magazines were already becoming outdated before I’d even finished my university course in media and communications. As most graduates will know, a university degree often isn’t worth the paper
it’s printed on – particularly when one has studied anything arts-related. Trying to get a job in the media has always been a hard slog and my own story was far from a fairytale. Desperate to see my byline anywhere, I ignored my nerves for long enough to send off a polite email to Ita who, at the time, was publishing a magazine for dog owners, and pitched her an article I had written. “I must stress Mitchell that we are a small publishing company establishing a magazine ... we pay 30 cents a word. If you are happy with
this please proceed,” she wrote.
paper giant about her new role on television.
It may or may not have taken several minutes to collect my jaw off the floor, and even longer when I saw my name in print in a magazine distributed throughout newsagencies nationwide.
The timing could not have been better given that I’m taking over the reins here while Belinda Noonan is away (you can hear her by tuning in to the Winter Olympics in Russia).
Getting published anywhere requires a mix of talent, timing and good luck, but I’ve never forgotten that it was Ita who was the first to lend me a helping hand.
Don’t worry, you won’t find any naked centrefolds or relationship advice in this, or any other editions, but I do hope to ignite conversations and connect with communities throughout the inner-west and beyond.
For this issue – almost a decade after our first initial contact – I interviewed the
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A DIFFERENT side to the by Mitchell Jordan history of Sandakan has been revealed in a new book by “It consists mainly of Doreen Hurst. first-hand accounts by members Doreen’s parents, Johnny of the underground, their and Lilian Funk, were both families and indigenous people www.burwoodscene.com.au who helped the PoWs along the members of the underground. She said that inspiration for the death march route.” book came from a rise to tell the The result is Sandakan stories and perspectives of the 1942-1945, which was published underground and indigenous with a grant from the Australia people. Malaysia Institute. A history teacher by trade, Doreen’s “It is the first book about the research uncovered so much death camp at Sandakan and the information that she is currently death marches from the point of working NEWS on a3 second book view of the local people,” Doreen which she expects to be out within months. explained. 6 October 2011
“There will be more stories; more people have come forward and I have discovered more information which I won’t divulge now,” she said. Doreen added that some of the money from the sale of her book went to the youth hostel at Telupid, which is on the death march route. “The hostel was sponsored by the Sabah Credit Corporation. It gives boys and girls from nearby villages accommodation so that they can attend the only secondary school in the township,” she said.
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BEING a golf fan and building community engagement go hand-in-hand for Burwood Local Area Commander, Superintendent Mark Jones who is hosting a Commander’s Golf Day at Concord Golf Club on April 7. Supt. Jones and his officers are seeking business sponsors within the inner west for all eighteen holes along the illustrious course to raise funds for the Concord Cancer Centre. “As part of the Burwood Local Area Command’s community engagement program we are delighted to be able to join with the Concord Cancer Centre to raise funds for this fantastic organisation,” said Supt. Jones. “The Concord Hospital and in particular the Concord Cancer Centre is an incredibly important part of our community and the work undertaken by
the dedicated team at the Cancer Centre is inspiring.” Burwood Police are looking to reach their $40,000 target by selling each hole for $1500 plus run an auction and raffles. “We are looking at making this an annual event and if any local business is able to assist whether it be by sponsoring a hole or providing items for our raffles and auctions we would be most grateful for their support. All monies raised will go directly to the Concord Cancer Centre,” Supt Mark Jones advised. “We would like to thank the Concord Golf Club and its members for their support and for allowing us to utilise their prestigious course. I cannot think of a better venue to hold this event.” To be a part of the Commander’s Golf Day contact Senior Constable John Tikisci, Crime Prevention Officer, at Burwood Police by calling 9745 1333.
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hope you had an enjoyable Christmas and New Year break with family and friends and are now looking forward to the year ahead.
2014 will be another busy year for Council with the opening of the new Library and Community Hub at the end of this month, ongoing works at the wetlands in Wangal Park and a range of exciting new projects to be undertaken. In addition to rolling out major projects, Council will continue our back to basics approach with a focus on capital works, upgrading and maintaining our local infrastructure including roads, footpaths, parks, kerb and gutters. We will also continue to identify ways to increase efficiencies in order to maintain our current
level of service. In 2014, there will be a range of fun activities and events bringing together members of our diverse community, starting with our Australia Day celebrations this Sunday. Please join me at the new Library and Community Hub at the old Council Chambers this Sunday as we welcome our newest citizens and preview the new state of the art facility. I look forward to working together with you throughout 2014 to ensure our community remains a great place to live, work and visit.
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free entry to the Enfield Aquatic Centre from 5.30pm and a free movie screening of Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted. The new Library and Community Hub will be open to the public from Friday, 31 January and will feature a catalogue of over 60,000 items, youth area, 200 seat public auditorium, self-service checkout and returns and Wi-Fi.
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CHANGING COUNCIL’S CULTURE
John Faker talks of the year ahead and answers rumours
by Belinda Noonan
ELECTED officials cop their fair share of criticism and detractors, which no doubt is only topped by residents’ views on the performance of their councils. Burwood Mayor John Faker is well aware of the contentious issues in the Bur wood community and says he wants to address residents’ concerns to the point of changing the culture of council from a bureaucratic system of “just notifying the residents by only a letter that meets the statutory requirements to a wider, more comprehensive conversation about how you want the future of Burwood to look.” Two information sessions on the three-option Burwood rate proposals late last year drew approximately fifteen people each and Cr Faker is aiming to increase direct conversation between Burwood Council and rate payers. “Some of the feedback is leaning towards Option 2, which keeps the rates the same for two years then goes up by 7.5 percent, which equates to a $70 per year increase on an average sized block. I’d really like residents, if they have the opportunity, to call or email me about their thoughts on the three rate options for our future,” he said. “Let us know what you think.”
Flower Power rezoning The owners of the Flower Power site on Mitchell Street at Enfield are investigating a change in zoning from industrial to residential, to allow for potential development of over 200 units. “I’ve been listening very carefully to residents about the Flower Power rezoning proposal and I want to thank all the residents who have contacted me or the council. I understand and share their concerns about the number of units, traffic, noise and change of character in that area,” he said. “Burwood Council is not committed to this project and we want residents to be involved in the future use of this site. Getting our decisions right at the first stage is crucial.” A formal proposal by the site’s owners is yet to be submitted and Burwood Council can only formally notify residents after the NSW Department of Planning gives the green light. “Other than along Parramatta Road, the Mitchell Street site is the only land in Burwood zoned as industrial. We don’t know when the Department of Planning will get back to us, but when they do we will notify the neighbours and widen the statutory notification area,” Faker promised.
Railway Parade battle Once a building is up, there is very little anyone can do about it – the Railway Parade tower blocks being a case in point. Burwood Council was unsuccessful in its action against developers Ralan Burwood Pty Ltd seeking declarations of invalidity for a number of construction certificates, principally relating to the external finish. “Burwood Council will be appealing that decision,” Faker advised. “One of my commitments from day one has been restricting growth of the Town Centre and I will keep that promise.” “Do I feel uneasy about the height of these buildings? Yes I do. I’m affected by it too,” he admitted. “But the end result of the high towers means less lower-rise blocks spread further out.” The year ahead Wangal Park: “Weather permitting we expect to have Wangal Park fully grassed-over in the next 18 months and open to the public by mid-2105, after which the building program begins.” Street Sweeper: “Burwood Council will buy a new street sweeper (at a cost of around $300,000) after the old one broke down last year.” CCTV: “We are seeking support from Federal MP, Craig Laundy after an approved and announced extra $480,000 grant
under the former Labor Federal Government to extend CCTV capabilities was yanked after the federal elections.” Road works: “The road sub-surface on Greenhills Street, Croydon Park is a boundary with Ashf ield C ouncil, frequently used by buses and has deteriorated. Burwood Council has taken the lead with investigation and design work for the reconstruction and resurfacing for the $500,000 project. Burwood Council has allocated its $250,000 share and we are talking with Ashfield Council and waiting on their OK and funding commitment to proceed. Citizenship Awards: “It’s time we overhauled the way in which we approach our Citizenship of the Year awards and have more people engaged in the process.” Setting the record straight For t h e w e l l - k n o w n Australian-born mayor with a Lebanese heritage, John Faker has heard all the rumours surrounding dodgy deals and family connections – which include Eddie Obeid. In a no-holds bar approach we put the questions to him. Q: Are you aware of the perception by some people in the community of yours and your family’s property interests in the area? John Faker: For the record, since this question has come up
recently, my brother does not own or have any interest in the Flower Power site. My family owns commercial property in The Strand at Croydon and in Burwood. My Dad has been here since the late 1960s and always owned property since he got here. He worked very hard, and still does to this day. I guess it was to help my three brothers and sister. Q: What about the idea that developments could receive favourable treatment with you as mayor? John Faker: Politics, and being involved in politics, is about what’s reasonable and unreasonable in your role. It’s reasonable for residents to be concerned if I use my position to advance the interests of my family. I can assure my community, where I was born and bred that I have always ensured a separated line between my role as mayor of this community and that of my family’s business interest. That has meant that if they have a matter before council, I openly disclose an interest and do not participate in the debate. I ensure that I do not discuss these matters with any fellow councillors prior to the meeting. Legislation says that disclosure of any interest occurs at the meeting but I go beyond what I have to do.
I think it’s unreasonable to expect family to sell up their property if one family member is in politics. Q: What is your profession when you are not being a mayor? John Faker: I am a Government Lobbyist Consultant. I’ve had clients such as the privately owned jobs services agency ESH, and Mission Australia, for whom my role was to meet with government officials and Ministers to create a stronger liaison for Aboriginal projects being run by the Mission. I previously owned and ran a local pre-school, which we sold. Q: What is your relationship with Eddie Obeid? John Faker: Neither myself nor my wife are related to Eddie Obeid and I haven’t spoken to him since he left Parliament. Mayor’s wish list • Top of the list for John Faker is a lift at Croydon Station. “We need to get a commitment from the state government to put in a lift for the disabled, elderly and parents with prams. It’s such a busy station.” • Have more child care centres next door to schools: “It makes sense for parents, is safer from a traffic perspective and becomes a familiar environment for pre-schoolers transitioning.”
Burwood Library and Community Hub OPENS FRIDAY 31ST JANUARY One of the Inner West’s most innovative, contemporary public libraries and public spaces will soon be available to the community.
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Meet your Australia Sure sign of success Day ambassadors by Mitchell Jordan
WHEN South Strathfield sign writer John Perkins decided to take up painting it was as a way of getting ahead in his day job. Now, he can rightfully add the title of artist to his repertoire. This year, Mr Perkins won the Oil Painting or Acrylic painted as Oil category in the Combined Art Societies of Sydney’s Art of Sydney Awards Exhibition. Mr Perkin’s achievement will be acknowledged at the exhibition held on the Australia Day weekend, Friday 24 January to Monday 27 January. Mr Perkins described his winning entry, ‘Another Working Day’ as a “fantasised” port scene based on photographs he had previously taken at Port Botany while working as a sign writer. “It’s painted in an impressionistic style,” he explained. Winning is the aim of the game for Mr Perkins, who is a member of the Drummoyne Art Society. “I enter these things to win them – I do my best to paint something that will impress the judges,” Mr Perkins said. He admitted that joining the Drummoyne group had a life-changing impact on him.
Actress Lorrae Desmond will take centre stage again as part of this year’s Australia Day celebrations.
BURWOOD: Lorrae Desmond Lorrae’s ancestry is pioneer stock from rural Australia. Maybe the pioneering urge for adventure was the reason for the indomitable spirit that compelled her to travel overseas alone while still a teenager. Armed with two fancy dresses and a handwritten list of goals to achieve, she landed in London and went on to guest star on most TV and radio shows and variety theatres throughout Britain. Back home, she became the first female to win Australian TV’s highest accolade, the Gold Logie, for The Lorrae Desmond Show. Later came one of Australia’s best-loved soaps, A Country Practice, where Lorrae created the character of Shirley Gilroy, for which she received a Best Supporting Actress Logie. Off the stage, Lorrae has also spent several years assisting Mission Australia.
No stranger to Australia Day, Susie Maroney has been an ambassador for almost two decades.
CANADA BAY: Susie Maroney From teenage swimming superstar to work with groups helping causes as diverse as leukaemia, asthma and handicapped children, no one can deny Susie Maroney’s an all-round good sport. In 1999, the swimmer conquered the sea equivalent of climbing Mount Everest by completing the world’s longest open water swim, from Mexico to Cuba in 38 hours. Praised by both former Premier of New South Wales, Bob Carr, and ex Prime Minister, John Howard, Susie has been an Australia Day Ambassador since 1995.
Competitive streak … John Perkins paints to win.
“I started taking painting lessons because I wanted to get myself a better position in the sign writing trade, but when I got involved in the Drummoyne Art Society it all snowballed from there,” he said.
“I like using oils and the way you can apply the paint and push it around a bit.” The 24th Art of Sydney Awards are held at Australian National Maritime Museum, The Terrace Room, Darling Harbour.
Celebrate Australia Day at local venues ASHFIELD Council’s Australia Day will be held at Ashfield Town Hall on the ground floor from 10am. Light refreshments will be served. • Burwood Council will celebrate Australia Day on Sunday 26 January at Burwood Library and Community Hub, 2 Conder Street, Burwood. The morning starts with a
Citizenship Ceremony at 10am followed by a free family barbecue with face painters, jumping castle, children’s workshop and a reptile display. • C anada Bay Council will hold a Citizenship Ceremony from 8.30am until 9.30am in Cabarita Park followed by a sausage sizzle. • Strathfield Council are providing
a free screening of The Sapphires (rated PG) in Strathfield Park on Homebush Road, Saturday, January 25 from 7.30pm until 10.30pm. On January 26, you can go along and join in the fun, free children’s activities following Council’s Citizenship Ceremony in Strathfield Park and enjoy a barbecue breakfast from 8.30am.
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Paper giant returns to screens 22Mitchell May 2013 by Jordan
“Russell’s a fantastic actor – I don’t think I’ve ever been disappointed by any of the roles he’s played,” she said. Any Australian could tell you that Ita is best known for magazines. She launched the defining women’s magazine, Cleo (more of that later) and went on to edit The Australian Women’s Weekly though Ita has in fact worked across all mediums and, for the moment, lists television as her favourite. “Television is an immediate medium and can be very revealing: the camera never lies and can show inside people, what people are like and if they’re unhappy … it really sees things,” Ita explained. It was also television which played some part in bringing Ita back to the public eye after the hugely popular ABC miniseries, Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo which screened in 2011. Ita believes that the miniseries may have made some women realise the struggles that Cleo readers went through at a time when the gender divide resembled more of an abyss than a gap. “The show didn’t change my life, but it allowed people to see more of my past than perhaps they were aware of,” Ita said. “I never imagined in a month of Sundays there would be a miniseries made one day – it’s only when you look back that you do appreciate the impact of what you’ve done.” While many viewers were wowed by her drive and determination, the difference between fact and fiction in
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HER FACE and name might be everywhere, but tracking down Ita Buttrose is not an easy task. It wasn’t that the renowned editor and public personality didn’t want to be interviewed about her new job; it was more a case of finding some spare time. Ita doesn’t like to waste a minute, but nor does she miss a beat. “I’m delighted to be back,” she said enthusiastically, though some could rightfully argue that Ita has never strayed too far from the public eye. There’s no doubt that 2013 was a big year: first came Australian of the Year followed by the announcement she had joined Ten’s new morning talk show, Studio Ten with fellow hosts, Joe Hildebrand, Sarah Harris and Jessica Rowe. Critics have been sceptical of the show since the get-go, not helped by both lacklustre ratings and Ten’s poor past history with breakfast television. Ita, however, remains optimistic. “We’re a team who enjoy working together,” she said. “It’s fun to bounce ideas off them and we respect each other professionally.” Xrytryryrytry Photo: Ten producer, Adam Boland, who 360 was the driving force behind the launch of Studio Ten has likened Ita to American talk show host Barbara Walters, who never shies away from asking the tough questions. Now she’s on television, Ita is keen to interview some homegrown talent, especially Hugh Jackman and Russell Crowe.
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Ita and her co-hosts, (l-r) Jessica Rowe, Joe Hildebrand and Sarah Harris hope to gain traction in the competitive breakfast TV market.
Paper Giants caused unrest for her first husband, who took legal action against the ABC and Southern Star for its depiction of him as a “man so threatened by the success of his wife that he deserted her and his family”, which later resulted in the issuing of a full apology from the ABC. When asked by Burwood Scene whether the miniseries was accurate, Ita kept any criticism she may have restrained and answered: “In some respects yes, and in others no.” Her views on the current state of women’s magazines in
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CHARITY WORK andBecoMe a a BuRWooD SceNe dedication to the community FaceBook FaN oR FolloW have earned Tracey Roberts uS oN tWItteR and Christine Prouty the title @BurwoodScene of local women of the year for Drummoyne and Strathfield as part of the 2014 NSW Women of the Year Awards. Minister for Women, Pru Goward visited Burwood to congratulate Tracey and Christine on their awards and to hear about the work they have been doing in their local communities. Member for Drummoyne, Home and Community Podiatry Service, auspiced by Burwood Council, John Sidoti, said he nominated is for the Ashfield, Tracey forresidents raisingoffunds for Burwood, Canada Bay, Canterbury, Leichhardt, wheelchair, Marrickville and a chin-control in Strathfield Local Government Areas. conjunction with Rotary aClub Go girl: Pru Gowardand andflexible Charles Casuscelli congratulating We aim to provide comprehensive, responsive Five Dock at the Blue Diamond Prouty her award. podiatry service for the Home andChristine Community Careon target group which Ball, includes while the Member frail aged, for people with disabilities, and their carers. Strathfield, Charles Casuscelli role models, and I hope that awards will be announced at a think you, for a friend or family member mayhelps be to nominatedIf you Christine sharing their stories reception hosted by the NSW please call the on 99 11 39 her work eligible building a sense of Podiatry create Service greater respect for99women Premier on Friday, 7 March to talk to someone the service. and inspire community at Homebush West in about our community 2014 at Parliament House, Public School. others to make a difference,” on the eve of International Women’s Day. “Women such as Tracey said Mr Casuscelli. The winners of the major and Christine are fantastic
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Good fortune follows the God of Wealth PADDY’S MARKETS at Flemington and Haymarket are hosting four days of events for the Year of the Horse from Chinese New Year’s Eve on Thursday, January 30 until Sunday, February 2. The God of Wealth will be handing out fortune cookies and red envelopes to customers for good luck as they walk around the Markets and there will also
be a Markets Wheel of Fortune at Haymarket where customers can win prizes on every spin. Lion Dances, with the largest Lion in the Southern Hemisphere are on at Haymarket from 12noon on Thursday, January 30 and then every day from Friday, January 31 until Sunday February 2 at Flemington and Haymarket from 12 noon until 3pm.
Celebrations in Burwood TO MARK the Year of the Horse, entertainers will perform down Burwood Road, along The Boulevarde at Strathfield and also at The Strand in Croydon for three days from Thursday 30
January to Saturday, 1 February, followed by a free movie screening of Kung Fu Panda in Burwood Park on Saturday 1 February at 8.30pm.
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Get ready to gallop … it’s the year of the horse WHILE many of us are still recovering from all the summer festivities, Sydney is about to come alive again with Chinese New Year. From 24 January to 9 February Sydney will host a range of celebrations to mark the first day of the Chinese year. Twelve different animals characterise each year and 2014 is the Year of the Horse. People born in the Year of the Horse are clever, kind, animated and energetic. Although they sometimes talk too much, they are cheerful, perceptive, talented and love to be in the centre of a crowd. They are popular among friends, active at work and have a deft sense of humour. 2014 is the year of the Wooden Horse. Wood Horses are strong and stable and have a better ability to make decisions. Excellent at interacting with others, they are successful personally and professionally. Celebrities born in the Year of the Horse include Cindy Crawford, Jerry Seinfeld, John Travolta, Leonard Bernstein, Oprah Winfrey, Paul McCartney, Rembrandt and Genghis Khan.
Break dancers bust a move World champion break dancers and hip-hop performers will move audiences as the stars of Compartmentalized, an exhilarating world premiere event featuring in the City of Sydney’s 2014 Chinese New Year Festival. Direc t f rom downtown Hong Kong, the all-male Australian-Asian group blends traditional Chinese drumming, contemporary soundscapes, hip-hop and ‘b-boying’ – a popular form of street-style break dancing – in a performance that stretches the boundaries of physical theatre. Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the show was an exciting addition to the program of free events as part of this year’s Lunar New Year celebrations. “It will be a powerful, unforgettable performance, along with all our other free events,” the Lord Mayor said. C ompar tmentalized will perform Friday 24 January, 4pm to 10pm, Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 January, 11am to 10pm at the Chinese New Year Markets, Belmore Park, Eddy Ave. Hip-hop heads to the city with Felix Ke, Yip Chan,
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Congratulations
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• olivia fehon placed 1st in state for italian Extension • Emelia anderson highest atar 99.55 • 1 in 3 girls received atar over 90 • 10 top achievers in state
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Inner-west students are HSC high achievers
YEAR 12 students from the inner-west stepped into the spotlight after achieving strong results in last year’s Higher School Certificate. Member for Strathfield, C harles C asus cel li has congratulated all 2013 HSC students within the area.
“Irrespective of what mark you received today, it is important to remember that there are many paths to success, and the HSC is just one of them,� he said. “Each year, exams take place in more than 750 locations, and presiding officers oversee the conduct of examinations,
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including the logistics of delivering around 14 million pages of question papers, and around two million writing booklets.� The following nine students from the inner-west came first in their course:
•    Jiarun Lin, PLC Croydon: Chemistry.
•    Ting Lin, Burwood Girls High: English as a Second Language. •    Leona Cohen, MLC Burwood: Equal First German Continuers. •    Siqi (Alice) Wu, Meriden: Heritage Chinese (Mandarin). •    Jin Jane Kwon, Saturday School Community Languages
DURING childhood, the shoes most worn by your child are their school shoes. How they fit and the quality could affect their health in later years. School days are spent running, jumping and playing and it’s important to get the right fit for school shoes and sports shoes. Yes, it costs a bit more for quality, but the range of fits, including half sizes and width options need to be explored. Children’s feet grow rapidly and during the first 11 years of a child’s life the average foot will grow 17 full shoes sizes, or 34 half sizes. Visit your locally owned and operated; expert fitting specialist at The Athlete’s Foot Burwood to fit your child’s school shoes who understands how important the right fit is for a child’s growth and development. The Athlete’s Foot in Burwood Westfield has trained experts all
year round – not just at back to school time. TheAthlete’s Foot can also fit your child for all their sporting footwear and are offering an instant $50 off for ClubFit members, which is valid until February 10, 2014. You can join ClubFit in store. Back to School fitting tips •    Always buy for the larger foot – feet are seldom the same size •    Make sure both feet are fitted – various lacing techniques can be used to assist with getting the right comfort factor •    A child’s thumb size or 8 mm between the end of the big toe and the end of the shoe is the rule of thumb for a perfect fitting shoe •    Avoid hand-me-downs – shoes mould into the shape of the foot of the original wearer which can cause serious issues on another foot •    When trying on shoes, have your child wear socks they would expect to wear most often with the shoes.
•    Strathfield Girls High: Heritage Korean. •    Olivia Fehon, Santa Sabina: Italian Extension. •    Uma Ramrahka, PLC Croydon: Legal Studies.
•    Olha Pokhmurska, Saturday School Community Languages: Ukranian Continuers. •    Emily Lau, MLC Burwood: Visual Arts.
Meriden girls make their marks. Since 1897 Meriden has produced confident and articulate young women, renowned for making their marks academically and in the global community. HSC HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2013 – 48% gained an ATAR of 90 or more – 9% received All-Round Achievers Awards, gaining the equivalent of 90% or more in at least ten units – 147 Distinguished Achievement (Band 6) results – 1st in NSW in Heritage Chinese (Mandarin) – 1st in NSW in Korean Background Speakers
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Twins go to the top of the class Alexandra’s Arizona dream SINCE they were born, twins Emilia and Jack Anderson have always supported each other and have had very little sibling rivalry. The Santa Sabina and St Patrick’s College students also have the benefit of their father, Bob, being a teacher but it was still a welcome reward when the twins achieved the Premier’s All-Rounders Award for their top of the class HSC results. The 18-year olds have always been close and their ATARs were no exception. Just one minute older, Emilia, pipped her brother with an ATAR of 99.55 with Jack close behind on 98.95. Emilia placed 6th in the state in Italian Continuers in 2012 as an accelerant and 11th in Personal Development, Health and Physical Education. Jack was 9th for Studies of Religion 1. The two started their schooling life together – first as pre-schoolers at Santa Sabina’s Early Learning Centre Mary Bailey House, then onto the junior school Del Monte, with Jack heading to St Patrick’s College in Year 5 and Emilia continuing at Santa Sabina. “Doing Year 12 together was great. We were able to share notes and ask each other questions. It came in handy that we did four subjects in common. We weren’t competitive but the drive to do well pushed me to work harder when I saw how many hours Emilia was putting in,” Jack commented. Emilia credits the “strong and supportive circle of school friends that helped keep things in perspective during the stressful study times throughout the year.” “We are thrilled with the results Emilia and Jack have attained in their HSC.” They credit the twins’ participation
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Alexandra Osborne with Meriden Principal Dr Julie Greenhalgh.
Emilia and Jack at a school formal last year.
in a range of co-curricular activities as well as both holding leadership positions at their respective schools as helping them keep a balance with their studies,” said parents, Catherine and Bob.
The twins look set to be studying at the same campus again with Emilia pursuing Medical Science and Jack studying Commerce Liberal Studies at Sydney University.
WHEN Meriden student Alexandra Osborne received her HSC results on 18 December she knew her dream had come true. The result for the top local tennis player was the final component she needed to secure a scholarship to study at Arizona State University, USA. Not wasting a minute, Alexandra’s place has been confirmed and she leaves for one of the world’s top 100 universities this month. Alexandra will play tennis for the university in the NCAA championships while studying a degree in Business Management, with the ultimate goal to play on the professional tennis
circuit once she completes the four-year degree at ASU.
and continued to train with them until her departure. “The tennis coaches at “I’m ecstatic that I have been Meriden have been fantastic accepted into ASU. It’s a perfect and so have the teachers and pathway for my tennis career,” other students. I’ve loved every Alexandra said. minute of being at the school The 18 year-old has been and I am sad to be leaving. But ranked within the top 100 this is starting a new chapter in women tennis players in my life and I’m excited about Australia for the past three the adventure that is ahead,” years, has a current ITF Junior she said. When Alexandra steps off the World ranking and has also attained a WTA Open ranking. plane in Arizona, it will be her She finished fifth in the National first visit to the USA. “My parents are very happy Championships in the 16/under for me. Like all mothers, Mum is in 2012. a little bit anxious but they both Alexandra credits Meriden’s see it as a great opportunity for tennis coaches for her success me,” she said.
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Congratulations Class of 2013
Although Anthony speaks Vietnamese at home he identifies more strongly with the Australian way of life and culture, playing touch footy, cricket and tennis whenever he can. “Having a good balance between study, school activities and social activities was important to me. My advice to Year 12 students would be that whilst study will be the most important thing, being active and social allows you to enjoy the year and school life a lot more, making the whole thing feel like an experience, not a chore.” His teachers had high praise for their star student. “Anthony is a perfect example of a student living by the College motto ‘Esto Vir’ – ‘Be the best person you
can be’,” said Ashfield De La Salle Year Coordinator, Steve Long. “He involved himself in all aspects of College life and put 100 per cent effort into everything he did. Not only did Anthony strive to achieve excellence for himself but also encouraged others within the Year 12 cohort to do the same.” Anthony’s HSC study tips • Study more effectively, not necessarily longer. • Use all the resources available to you. • Have a thorough understanding of the syllabus. • Regularly practice past HSC questions. • Keep a good balance between study, school activities and social activities.
The Bethlehem College Community warmly congratulates you for your outstanding results in the 2013 HSC. As a community we celebrate your dedication, hard work and passion along with that of the teachers and staff of the College. Well done ladies! • • • • • • • • • •
3 Premier’s Awards – Rebecca Ha, Natalie Taoum & Simona Malki College Dux, Natalie Taoum, achieved ATAR of 99.65 Rebecca Ha 19th in the State in English Advanced 20% of ATAR candidates achieved an ATAR over 90 33% of all ATAR candidates on Distinguished Achievers List 81% of subjects above State average Merit list for Mathematics Merit list for English Ranked in the top 100 schools (SMH) 100% of students achieved Band 4, 5 & 6 in 35% of courses.
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PUBLIC PARKING PETITION Strathfield Plaza is seeking to reduce free public car parking from three hours to two. A Strathfield Council Planning Meeting 17 December, 2013 voted to defer the motion to enable consultation with all the stakeholders. The Strathfield Chamber of Commerce is running a petition to retain three hours free public parking in the community car park located in Strathfield Plaza and also extend its opening hours. The petition can be found on the Chamber’s website or contact Matthew Blackmore on 0415 274 314 for more information.
Harbour heritage finds home online
DUD PRESENTS THIS YEAR? Less than thrilled with that Justin Bieber T-shirt from Aunt Shirley, or that strange and somewhat embarrassing Kris Kringle from an anonymous workmate? Don’t ditch it; re-gift it to a Red Cross Shop. Christmas Australians spend over $1 billion on unwanted gifts but they have a home at any of the 155 local Red Cross shops during opening hours. Unwanted clothing, homewares, toys and bric-a-brac provide good quality stock in the new year. Red Cross do not accept donations of eletrical items, large furniture or mattresses and ask people not Above: Darling Harbour, 1909. to dump rubbish or leave large items outside – Courtesy City of Sydney Archives the store. Call 1800 339 888 for further advice. Photographs by Graeme Andrews LIFE CHANGING KITCHEN have shed new light on Sydney’s The All Nations Kitchen Christian City Church at working harbour. 230 Liverpool Road in Enfield starts up again on January 29 every Wednesday excluding THOUSANDS of never-beforepublic holidays and school holidays from published photographs capturing 10.30am until 1.30pm. 2014 will see a brunch Sydney’s working harbour since the style kitchen with cappuccinos, hot chocolates 1850s have been donated to the City and regular café style hot drinks plus outings of Sydney’s Archives by a man who and new activities. has spent a lifetime collecting them. JUSTICES MEETINGS RESUME Graeme Andrews OAM began THE FRIENDLY PLACE TO SHOP AND DINE The Ashfield/Burwood branch of the New taking and collecting photographs South Wales Justice’s Association will resume of Sydney’s ferries at the age of 17, its monthly meetings on Wednesday 19 but his passion grew to embrace February at 7.15 pm at Club Burwood R.S.L. everything on and around the 96 Shaftesbury Road, Burwood. During the water, until he had around 100,000 meeting a training session will be conducted by photographs stored at his home. Training Officer Beryce Kerr. Meetings are held The Working Harbour collection on the third Wednesday of each month. All JPs features about 10,000 photographs are welcome and encouraged to attend. from Mr Andrew’s collection, some dating back 160 years and covering LIVERPOOL ROAD MAINTENANCE a large area stretching from Lake Night road works from 8pm until 5am on Macquarie in the north, south to Liverpool Road between Wallis Avenue and Port Kembla and west to the Nepean The Boulevarde at Strathfield which began on River. January 7 are expected to take up to six weeks “I chose the City’s Archives as to complete. The RMS have advised that minor the final destination for my images, delays are expected due to the changed traffic because it offered space and reason conditions.
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Centenary for iconic Appian Way Club NEIGHBOURS and friends came together late last year to celebrate the anniversary of the Appian Way Recreation Club Pty Ltd, which manages the shared property of land and the pavilion in the iconic, heritage listed estate built by the visionary George Hoskins. “We can enjoy this facility because of the visionary foresight of George Hoskins, the local industrialist and influential Australian who developed Appian Way. “He has left an enduring legacy of a shared recreational facility that has built community and a sense of belonging over generations of residents of Appian Way,” said Club spokesperson Mary Woods. “Appian Way remains an inner western oasis that seems immune to the march of development and urban consolidation that surrounds it.
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Enfield lifesavers pool together FIFTEEN members from Enfield Lifesaving Club competed with the best of them at the Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships in Canberra this month. The four-day event saw the group put their lifesaving skills to the test by performing a number of challenges. The squad consisted of Noirin Finnegan, Sarah Hannigan, Nicole Castro and Nikita McEwen who are all making their debut in the Under 14 age group. The under 16 team included
OVER 400 local residents attended a meeting in the Ashfield Town Hall in December regarding the State Government’s plans to build a new WestConnex Motorway. The meeting was organised by Ashfield Council so that residents could hear first-hand the impact the motorway will have on the local area. Three We s t C o n n e x representatives attended the meeting and provided an overview of the project and
answered questions from the public. According to Mayor of Ashfield, Lucille McKenna, residents were angry about the uncertainty, absence of “detailed plans and lack of transparency” around the project. “ The me et ing move d the motion rejecting the WestConnext Concept plan in its current form and called for State and Federal Government investment in effective public transport,” Ms McKenna said.
“It was also requested that council hold another public meeting in the new year to demand more answers from the government about the proposal.” Ms McKenna added that she will continue to advocate to ensure that residents have access to information from the State Government about the project, and that “every assistance is provided to those affected by the proposal.”
Members of the Under 19 team included Rowan Castro, Dominic Goodyer, Jonathon Radecki and Steven Williams. All have attended several championships before, while Troy Rackyleft, a seasoned competitor, was the lone member of the Over 35s but by no means a stranger to the championships.
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Alana Castro, who competed for the first time, Stefanie Goodyer, Aodhan Hannigan, Joshua McEwen, Sean Radecki, and Mark Williams.
Parramatta Road Study for Strathfield STRATHFIELD COUNCIL is conducting a Parramatta Road Corridor Transport and Mobility Study, focusing on their municipal area. The study aims to review the transport issues and identify recommendations. As part of its consultation process, Strathfield Council is inviting residents to attend its Community Information Workshops on Wednesday, February 5 at the Iron Bark Room, Strathfield Library, Rochester Street, Homebush from 3pm-5pm or 6pm-8pm. An online survey is also open for feedback until February 10.
THE Strathfield Chamber of Commerce has a new President in Matthew Blackmore, who was the co-founder of the Chamber’s Olde Fashioned Fair in 2010, lives locally and is the Manager at McDonald’s Enfield. “I look forward to working with the Vice-President, Waseem Ghulam, our team and the Strathfield business community during the year,” Mr Blackmore said. “We are seeking sponsorship from local businesses to hold our 5th Annual May Fun Fair in conjunction with Strathfield Council at Strathfield Square on May 10 this year.” “The aim of the May Fun Fair is to encourage people to enjoy visiting Strathfield Town Centre and all it has to offer, from wonderful cuisine to all the local retailers and services,” he added.
“The attendance figures at Fair have been increasing year-on-year and our aim is to eventually exceed those attending the annual Granny Smith Festival held in Eastwood shopping area.” Stalls on the day are free of charge to community groups and business sponsors. Contact Matthew Blackmore on 0415 274 314 or Secretary Sue McDonald on 0432 323 439 or email the Chamber at scoc@ tricroma.com.au
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Music@Strathfield Square returns in 2014 on Saturday January 25 from 8.30pm with Korean rock band, Drawbridge. The free entertainment is organised by the Strathfield Chamber of Commerce.
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Canterbury Soccer ahead of the trend tolerant and healthier society,” said Ian Holmes.
by Belinda Noonan
LED BY its experienced President, Ian Holmes, the Canterbury & District Football Association is heading the charge with “a sense of purpose that extends simply beyond administering football in the region”. Under a new constitution, the member clubs have agreed that their role in the community should broaden to focus on community wellbeing, with six points relating to health and participation. “Our clubs voted for the future. It is soccer reaching out and using its strength as the global sport it is to help build a better, more inclusive, more
The six key objectives include tackling lifestyle related diseases such as diabetes and obesity through participation, e n c o u r a g i n g l ow - s o c i o economic groups, educational football programs, creating trust and community football programs to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour. Mr Holmes, who was previously a top level sports administrator before taking on this voluntary role, says the shift in thinking is “seismic”. “Our Association is thinking ahead about the type of society we want for the benefit of all. Our Clubs are committed to working with local government, welfare agencies, police and
charitable institutions,” he explained. These are mighty big words, but they come from experience and also from the ability to harness volunteers and local organisations. “We have fantastic volunteers underpinning what soccer does locally and that has been embraced by Ashfield, Burwood, City of Canada Bay and Leichhardt Councils. The Mayors and Councillors are supporting what we are doing,” Mr Holmes said. Contact the Association by calling 9716 8558 or see www. footballcanterbury.com.au
Girls soccer programs are high priority for the Canterbury Soccer Association. Photo Rick Herro.
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