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TWT Territory celebrated Australia Day to the full last Friday and continued on over the weekend that followed. HUNTERS HILL celebrated with a citizenship ceremony and festivities in the Town Hall when Jenny Nylund was named Citizen of the Year and Benjamin Jones Young Citizen. Details SEE PAGES 6 & 19. RYDE awarded Salvation Army officer Nathan Moulds Citizen of the Year with Rhett Prado of Ryde State Emergency Service Young Citizen of Year 2018. INNER WEST COUNCIL: Dennis Laris of Ashfield and Sylvana Mahmic of Marrickville are joint Citizens of the Year. CITY OF CANADA BAY: Concord Hospital’s Director Marketing and Community The Weekly of Times has been awarded Ryde City Relations Alice KangCouncil is Citizen Of RSL The Event of the Year by Ryde with Ryde and Meadowbank Public School for the school’s Year.

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EGM in Hunters Hill Town Hall Thursday Hunters Hill Council has called an Meadowbank Public School pupils set a good example to the community honouring those who served and paid the Supreme Sacrifice in World War 1 lead by their history teacher Ms Lynne Gittoes. SEE PAGE 14. Remembrance Day services will be observed throughout TWT Territory today. SEE PAGE 14.

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BY OUR CHIEF CIVIC ROUNDSMAN Dictator Premier Baird and his sidekick henchman minister for Mega Councils Toole were not content with announcing the death of Local Government on the eve of Christmas when Parliament was in recess but have followed up with another FROM DR. JOHN F. KNIGHT AM scam. NATHAN MOULDS of Ryde Salvation They’re really scraping at the was bottom of theRyde barrel. Howof DR John F Knight Army awarded Citizen DR. JOHN F. KNIGHT low canAM you get and still the seekYear credibility and respect? Theat AM NSW Senior 2018 on Australia Day Citizen of the hypocrisy is mind boggling. “Australian Of The Year for 2017” North Ryde Community Centre. Year 2017 (NSW-SNR) How many citizens would that Baird co Young have He know is pictured with and Ryde’s congratulates Also known as Dr. James Wright arranged “public” meetings to have the Year final Rhett say onPrado council Citizen of the and Ryde born Dr mergers? Phone on Ryde Mayor Clr Jerome Laxale and Catherine David Hamlin was Australia a jumble Day of nondescript AC on being Ambassador 9868 7544 The only announcementRyde daily papers and not word on-theto the awarded NSW advertisements in the two Sonia Sadiq Gandhi.a TWT local press or community. spot PHOTO. Senior Village Citizen of Vimiera the Vimiera Year 2018. 217 Road, They’re EASTWOOD obviously seekingSEE an award forPAGE the best MORE 18. kept political SEE PAGE 7. secret of the year. P: 9868 7544 SEE PAGE 3. vimieravillage.com.au

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Extraordinary General Meeting in Hunters Hill WIN with TWT! Town Hall tomorrow (Thursday) night at Balmain Sinfonia Summer Concert 6.30pm to discuss the StateCamerata Government’s Academica Charity Concert new Planning Laws. SEE PAGE 7. Elysian Fields Band Launch Australia’s first female Yellow Wiggle Emma Watkins was TWT Teen Queen in 2005 and continues to support the Quest and launched last year’s contest, pictured with Teen Queen Johanna Sciancalepore. SEE PAGE 9.

TWT readers can win Double Passes to Balmain Sinfonia’s Summer Afternoon of classical music Sunday December 6 at Macquarie Theatre. SEE PAGE 2. Four TWT readers can win Double Passes to Camerata Academica of the Antipodes charity fundraising concert Saturday December 5. SEE PAGE 2.

Three TWT readers can win Double Passes to new band Elysian Fields launch Wednesday November 25. SEE PAGE 2.

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Shrek the Musical at Riverside Theatres Bush Music Club Two TWT readers have won double passes to opening night of Packemin Productions’ new production Shrek the Musical this Friday February 2 at Riverside Theatres Parramatta at 7.30pm.

Carlingford and Maddy Mayes of Rydalmere. Everyone’s favourite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar-winning smash DreamWorks animation hit film. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears. “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek....” and thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a lifechanging journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Starring Jay Laga’aia as Shrek, Luke Joslin as Lord Farquaad, Mikayla Williams as Princess Fiona and Nat Jobe as Donkey, this show is one for the whole family! A group of talented performers from TWT territoryare featured in this production including Jessica Fallico (co-director) of Ryde; Chloe Angel (Queen Lilian & Humpty Dumpty) of West Ryde; Andy Davis (King Harold) of Willoughby; Ally Palmer of Gladesville; Chloe Rosenberg of Denistone; Emily Simmons (Cheshire Cat) of Ryde and Katia Van Hilten (Blind Mouse) of Ryde. The musical runs from February 2 to February 17. Tickets range from $35 to $55. On sale now from Riverside Theatres Parramatta: https://riversideparramatta.com.au/show/ shrek-the-musical/

Women’s Health Diaries Four TWT readers have won copies of the 2018 Australian Women’s Health Diary, courtesy of Breast Cancer Trials. Winners are: Ellyse Workman, North Ryde; Justine Como, Drummoyne; Connor Mooney, Lane Cove and Alicia Brassington of Concord West. Achieving those New Year health and lifestyle goals is made easier with the 2018 Australian Women’s Health Diary.

Ryebuck Bush Band feature in Bush Music Club’s first 2018 dance on Saturday February 3 in Beecroft Community Centre on Beecroft Road from 7.30pm to 11.30pm.

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Produced especially for women of all ages, this special diary has 12 chapters of health content presented in an easy to read format. A wealth of health topics are covered including advice on skin care, diet, emotional wellbeing, exercise, breast health and heart disease to name a few. A check-list full of all the essential health tests for women is also included. Importantly, every diary sold funds breast cancer trials research to save and improve lives. Priced at just $18.95, the 2018 Australian Women’s Health Diary is available nationally from newsagents, Woolworths, Avon representatives and online at www.breastcancertrials. org.au

Pennant Hills VIEW Club AGM Pennant Hills VIEW Club meet for lunch on the second Tuesday each month at Pennant Hills Golf Club at 11am. First meeting for 2018 is the AGM on February 13 which includes the election of office bearers for the coming year.

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On Tuesday February 27, the group will meet at a local restaurant for a Chinese banquet for Friendship Day. Inquiries Margaret 9873 2402.

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Epping Creative Machine Knitters are a group that meet to share and demonstrate their love of machine knitting. Group meets twice a month on the third Thursday and second Saturday at Epping Creative Centre, 26 Stanley Road, Epping (Dence Park). There are demonstrations and hands-on machine knitting. Bring your machine or use one of the group’s. Experienced help is at hand. Visitors and new machine knitters are especially welcome. For further details email: eppingmachineknitters@ outlook.com or phone Barbara 0408 866 357.

First Fleeters Fellowship Fellowship of First Fleeters – Eastern Farms Chapter meet this Saturday February 3 at Brush Farm House, 19 Lawson Street, Eastwood at 10am. Guest speaker is Gillian Lewis, who’ll talk about the HMAS Melbourne and HMAS Voyager tragedy. If you have an interest in history and adventure, come along and join the group. Inquiries Jennifer Follers 9799 1161.

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Gladesville-Hunters Hill Ryde branch of NSW Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association will hold their first meeting for 2018 on Monday February 19 at Gladesville RSL Community Club at 10.30am. Speaker is Ryde Hunters Hill Community Transport manager Virginia Coy. All new members welcome. Inquiries Ron Gee 98093066.

Wright of Passage program offers an opportunity for youth who have disengaged from school to take an alternate pathway to their future. The program is fully funded and includes a TAFE course to undertake Certificate 2 in Boating Services (which can also be used to lead into other Trade Apprenticeships) at Meadowbank TAFE as well as the opportunity for hands on experience, under the guidance of experienced tradesmen and mentors at Woolwich Dock. The program came about after a wooden yacht was donated to Sailors with disAbilities in 2017 and although the yacht is principally sound it will be restored to its former glory by the participants. Once restored the Program includes the opportunity for the youth to learn how to sail and they will then sail their yacht to Hobart from Sydney, again under the guidance of experienced sailors and mentors. This program is aimed at youth aged 16 years and over who have found that traditional schooling isn’t for them. Despite the name of the organisation, this program is not aimed at the disabled. Founder of Sailors with disAbilities David Pescud, himself has profound dyslexia, and left school aged 15. To this day he still has difficulty with reading and writing, however he was successful in his career and able to retire in his mid 40s, with plans to sail around the world. However after reading a newspaper article about a group of disabled sailors who wanted to sail in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, David took up the challenge, and shortly after the organisation was formed. That all happened over 20 years ago. David’s dyslexia has provided him with first hand experience of the angst that many youth experience. He understands the difficulty of fitting in as a teen, the feelings of hopelessness and even homelessness, and now at age 70 he works every day to help people find their way. For David it is very important

that the Wright of Passage Program succeeds, as there are too many young people out there experiencing hardship and the program is all about building optimism, providing hope and direction. The program is due to commence on February 5. For more information contact 0421 725 170 or email info@ sailorswithdisabilities.com

Our Today is Tomorrow’s History Over the past few years the Ryde district has undergone huge changes and today those changes continue. Ryde District Historical Society is endeavouring to preserve a record of the area from its early days to the present. Since the Society began more than 55 years ago, members have been gathering items that capture the history of our locality. The Society’s collection contains more than 20,000 photographs but they need to expand this resource for the benefit of future generations. Did you grow up in the district? Did you or your parents/grandparents live or go to school in Ryde? Do you have any photographs of houses, streets, buildings, parks or events in the area? Do you have school photos? Then the Society would love to take copies of your photos! On Saturday February 17 the Society is holding a Scanning Day at Willandra House, 770 Victoria Road, Ryde from 10.30am to 3pm. Bring your photos along. Enjoy a cuppa while members scan them and have a look around the house and their collection. Suburbs in the Ryde district are: Chatswood West, Denistone East, Denistone, Denistone West, East Ryde, Eastwood, Gladesville, Macquarie Park, Marsfield, Meadowbank, Melrose Park, North Ryde, Putney, Ryde, Tennyson Point and West Ryde. If you can come along, or if you have questions, contact the Society at rdhs1@bigpond.com

Cameron Sykes Sports Luncheon at Drummoyne

KANGAROOS and NSW Origin legend Brad Fittler is special guest at the 2018 Cameron Sykes Sports Luncheon to be staged at Drummoyne Sailing Club on Friday March 2 from 12 noon. Fittler, who skippered NSW and Australia to Origin and World Cup glory, will be joined by former legendary South Sydney international forward Bob McCarthy and NSW assistant coach Danny Buderus at the charity event.

The former champion five eighth won premierships with Penrith and the Roosters during an illustrious career that spanned 336 games. He was awarded the Golden Boot award in 2000 for the world’s best player.

HARD working Thora Moxon chalks up 20 years as a voluntary worker with the Gladesville RSL Women’s Auxiliary this month. The dedicated stalwart was honoured for her sterling service late last year when bestowed with life membership of the NSW Women’s Auxiliary. She is pictured with her framed Life Membership certificate that she received from State President RSL Central Council of Women’s Auxiliaries Pauline James. Thora, who has served as treasurer for 18 years, was recognised for her outstanding work over the past two decades in all areas of the Auxiliary’s activities. TWT on-the-spot PHOTO.

Cameron Sykes sadly passed away in 2009 at the age of 10 of Hunter syndrome, a genetic disorder that shortens life. Tickets are $100 per head or $950 for a table of ten which includes a three course lunch and beverages. But you must be early to book as seats are strictly limited.

There’ll be raffles, lucky door prize, business card draw and a sports memorabilia auction. Funds raised will support the ConnecTed Foundation at the Children’s Hospital Westmead. To book a spot contact the club on 97198199 or email: info@ dsc.org,au

Calling all Former Scouts & Guides Keep Alive the Spirit of Scouting & Guiding with the St George’s Guilds meeting at historic

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Sydney Guild meets Tuesdays: Inquiries Doris Carrall 0425 223 628 John F Booth AM 9807 6666 Visitors welcome but RSVP for seating & catering.

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Australia Day 2018 TWT READERS HAD YOUR SAY!

Let’s Keep Oz Day January 26! TWT readers have had YOUR Say! and the overwhelming majority have voted to keep Australia Day on January 26.

You have spoken loud and clear - with a majority of 65 per cent wanting the day to stay! TWT would love to hear your views on issues that are important to you. welcomes the views of its readers, so get in touch and Have YOUR Say! And keep a look out for future topics relevant to TWT territorians, on which we’ll be inviting you to Have YOUR Say. And you can now get in touch with TWT in more ways than ever, including through our revamped website – weeklytimes. com.au <http://weeklytimes.com.au> – where you can enter one of our regular giveaway competitions and even submit a letter to our editor. Don’t forget, you can read an online replica of The Weekly Times by

simply clicking on the ‘TWT FLIP-BOOK’ tab at the top of our website. And you can enter any of our active competitions by clicking on the ‘WIN STUFF’ NOW IN tab. SIX LANGUAGES! On social media, you can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram, LinkedIn.

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More important priorities Dear Sir Thank you for providing this opportunity to express my views on the issue of the Australia Day issue. As an elected Councillor, I am here to reflect the wishes of the local residents and I have received no requests to alter the current form of festivities on Australia Day from my local constituents. However, many residents have contacted me expressing concerns of massive over development, the loss of their parks, their deep concern at the number of trees to be felled and requests to protect heritage and to establish an early history of the area including a monument to the Aboriginal leaders. These are issues that I have, or am currently, seeking to action. I would welcome meeting with the local Aboriginal community. I believe in Ryde there is

a solid base of respect, understanding and empathy for the Aboriginal peoples and I would like to discuss what can be achieved at Council level to further assist, including creating roles for local cultural officers, Indigenous rangers and educators of Aboriginal history. In my experience, open and frank communication in situations where people are free to express their grievances, and the difficulties and complexities of a situation can be addressed, can result in long lasting solutions. I would be working towards building a cohesive, inclusive Ryde that celebrates the many different cultures and histories that make it is such a rich and diverse area to live. EDWINA CLIFTON Councillor, City of Ryde Dear Sir, It's great that TWT is hosting a discussion

about Australia Day. I agree with Anthony Roberts MP (TWT 24 Jan) that we are a mature nation that can both celebrate the arrival of Europeans in 1788 and acknowledge the loss suffered by Aboriginal people. When I did Australian history at school, ages ago, we learned a lot about the hardship and isolation faced by the European settlers and the great achievements that they made. But it is only fairly recently that I've learned more about the downside of that success. After careful research one historian has conservatively estimated that between 1790 and 1928 deaths across Australia numbered 2,000 - 2,500 for Europeans and 20,000 for Aborigines. I believe this requires acknowledgement, while we also celebrate Australia's multicultural achievements. Can we do both on Australia Day?

PAT TURNER Macquarie Park

Welcome to 2018!

I trust everyone had an enjoyable and relaxing break over the holiday season. We were blessed with lots of warm days, so I hope you got to make the most of the sunshine before heading back to work or study. I would also like to wish Bennelong a very Happy Australia Day! The day provided a wonderful opportunity for our vibrant, multicultural community to come together and celebrate everything that makes Australia the greatest country in the world. I hope you had a chance to get out to some of the fantastic local celebratory events – I spent the day welcoming new citizens with Ryde Council, which is always a highlight. Of course, since I last wrote one of these updates, we’ve had a by-election in Bennelong. Firstly, can I again apologise for putting everyone through the chaos of this time. It was a spirited campaign, but it was a real honour to again receive your support to represent this great electorate. It is a great privilege to serve Bennelong, and I look forward to continuing to do so for many years to come. As always, feel free to get in touch with my office if there is any way that I can be of service.

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Letters to the Editor Free trades program for disengaged youths Dear Sir, We are wondering if you could help us spread the word about this fantastic FREE opportunity that our NFP Charity has available for youth? The “Wright of Passage” program offers an opportunity for youth who have disengaged from school to take an alternate pathway to their future. The program is fully funded (free!) and includes a TAFE course to undertake Certificate 2 in Boating Services (which can also be used to lead into other Trade Apprenticeships) at Meadowbank Tafe as well as the opportunity for hands on experience, under the guidance of experienced tradesmen and mentors at Woolwich Dock. The program came about after a wooden yacht was donated to Sailors with disAbilities in 2017 and although the yacht is principally sound it will be restored to its former glory by the participants. Once restored the Program includes the opportunity for the youth to learn how to sail and they will then sail their yacht to Hobart from Sydney, again under the guidance of experienced sailors and mentors. This program is aimed at youth aged 16 years and over who have found that traditional schooling isn't for them. Despite the name of our organisation, this program is not aimed at the disabled. Founder of Sailors with disAbilities David Pescud, himself has profound dyslexia, and left school age 15. To this day he still has difficulty with reading and writing, however he was successful in his career and able to retire in his mid 40s, with plans to sail around the world. However after reading a newspaper article about a group of disabled sailors who wanted to sail in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, David took up the challenge, and shortly after the organisation was formed. That all happened over 20 years ago. David's dyslexia has pro-

vided him with first hand experience of the angst that many youth experience, he understands the difficulty of fitting in as a teen, the feelings of hopelessness and even homelessness, and now at age 70 he works every day to help people find their way. For David it is very important that the “Wright of Passage” Program succeeds, as there are too many young people out there experiencing hardship and the program is all about building optimism, providing hope and direction. There isn't much in this world that is free these days, and how often will you come by a free trip to Tasmania as well! The program is due to commence on February 5. For more information please call 0421 725 170 or email info@sailorswithdisabilities.com JULIE HERMANSEN Sailors with Disabilities 0412 725 170

More important priorities first Dear Sir, Thank you for this chance to share our views on Australia Day. I assume ALL Australians, irrespective of our ethnic / cultural background LOVE Our AUSTRALIA and want to Celebrate the privilege and blessing of “doing Life” here …we like Dorothea Mackellar…”love a sunburnt country”. Richard Di Natale, who announced that changing the date of Australia Day is “one of his top priorities for 2018” (SMH 15/1/ 2018) would do well to change his priorities. Is he majoring on the minors? I agree with NT indigenous leader Jacinta Nampijinpa Price whose focus is on bettering the future of Indigenous Australians, rather than on which day we should celebrate Australia Day. She said, ” but how is changing the date going to do a thing for the Aboriginal women dying at the hands of Aboriginal men, the Aboriginal children who miss out on school and an education and the Aboriginal children who are living in dysfunctional circumstances People want to call it a

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day of mourning - mourning does not give us freedom, it imprisons us and I have had enough. I want to pull my people out of the crippling state of mourning and I don't want anyone to feel guilty or bad for feeling joy and celebrating a country we love." What great priorities Jacinta Price! Priorities I enthusiastically support! On a personal level I don’t mind on which day we celebrate Australia Day. But I do believe, like Jacinta Price, that all Australians would do better to prioritise stamping out violence, improving education for marginalised Australian children and increasing job opportunities; rather than making it a priority to change the date. JULIE WORSLEY Meadowbank POSTSCRIPT: Did Governor Arthur Phillip really first land in Sydney on January 26, 1788 or was it really January 21. I was recently at Camp Cove and came across this monument.

Wattle Day an alternative Dear Sir, Australia Day on January 26 prompts anger and disharmony. The Government says it is a day that unifies the nation, but this clearly is not the case. Grassroots calls for change, mean the date is destined no longer to be a focus of unity. Research now shows that most Australians (57 percent) think it doesn’t matter if the date is changed. We need desperately to think our way through the problem. And there is a way. But first some facts. A celebration on January 26 began in 1818, on the initiative of Governor Macquarie, to mark the 30 th anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet in Sydney harbour. The day became known as Foundation Day. It was not until 1938, the 150 th anniversary, that it took on a broad-

er focus. But it was not until 1994 that all states and territories agreed to standardise the celebration as a public holiday on January 26, instead of it being held on the nearest Monday. Aboriginal people object to the celebration of the events of January 26 and many cannot celebrate a day that is the anniversary of an invasion. That was the strong message in the major Aboriginal protest marches that accompanied the 1938 and 1988 celebrations. Today very many nonAboriginal Australians are sensitive to that message - a clear indicator of the progress the Australian community is making in our shared journey of Reconciliation. Australia Day is not set in stone, we have adapted it as we have thought appropriate. It seems that we need think about it again. But how do we go forward from here? Another fact is that Australia has another officially gazetted day of national celebration: National Wattle Day, that was proclaimed in 1992 as a national day across all Australian states and territories. This followed the proclamation of Golden Wattle as Australia’s national floral emblem in 1988. The fact that we already have two days focussed on celebrating Australia, the land and its people, means that there is scope to grow and evolve our national celebrations. An initial step would be for the federal government to better promote National Wattle Day to raise awareness that our celebrations of national identity and achievement are not focussed solely around January 26. Increased awareness and focus on National Wattle Day would enable September 1 (the first day of spring) to be more widely known as a day of national celebration and constructively diffuse some of the anger and disharmony that occurs now with celebrations on January 26. In this way National Wattle Day would not compete with Australia Day, but rather complete Australia Day. As a further step, we could officially bracket the two days as designated dates for celebrating our great fortune in being citizens of this land. Given the growing unease around basing national celebrations on a day that will always be a source of pain and sadness for many in the community, government could propose that the community think about how best to create celebrations on each of the two days. Such a process could be undertaken over a period of say three to five years, during which the Australian community would be directly involved in the shaping of those celebrations. At the end of the designated period, government could settle on arrangements for celebrating each of the days in the manner that best reflects our aspirations as a people. As it has always done, wattle can lead us to think our way through to an Australia Day for all of us to celebrate the magnificence of this land and the achievements of all its people. TERRY FEWTRELL President, Wattle Day Association

Hunters Hill Guest Column

Hunters Hill’s proud Citizens of the Year have a word To The POINT

With with JENNY NYLUND, BENJAMIN JONES & ALANNA FISHER

HUNTERS HILL THE HUNTERS HILL CITIZEN CITIZEN OF THE Y Y HUNTERS HILL CITIZEN OF THEOF YEAR When Hunters Hill Mayor Mark Benne

When Hunters Mayor Markcontacted Benn WHEN HUNTERS Hill Hill Mayor Mark Bennett been the 2018 Hunters H me to let selected me know thatas I had been selected as the 2018 been selected as the 2018 Hunters H Hunters Hill Citizen of the Year, I recall using the word “gobsmacked”, which I was! Hunters “gobsmacked”, which I was! “gobsmacked”, which I was! Hunters Hunters Hill is filled with many community-minded peopeople who contribute in oo ple who contribute in a plethora of ways the life of our people who contribute in aatoplethora plethora local area. thi would be most worthy of receiving th would be be most receiving Many would most worthy worthy of of receiving this special award. wonderful acknowledgement; to be se wonderful acknowledgement; to be to s To be a nominee is a wonderful acknowledgement; indeed! be selected as the 2018 recipient is an honour indeed! indeed! have had the opportunity to use my skills as a creaII have had the to use myto tive arts teacher, parent and choir director, I have had volunteer the opportunity opportunity to use my promote participation in music, drama, dance and perparent, and choir director, to promote formance within our schools and broader community. parent, and choirvisual director, to promote my view, the creative, and performing arts are performance withinanInour schools and broader community. absolutely vital part of creating a strong and connectperformance within our schools and broader community localabsolutely community such as ours. vital part of creating a performing arts areedan absolutely vital part of ofHunters creating a performing arts are I an am delighted to receive the award Hill Citias ours. I and amI look delighted receive theways award of Hunters zen of the Year forward toto continuing to find of connecting, through as ours. I am delighted to and receive the award Hunters the arts, with children, parents, seniors organisations within our of community. continuing to find ways of connecting, through the arts, w - JENNY NYLUND

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SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR

I’m very grateful for the opportunities and recognition SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR – ISPORTSPERSON have received, especially being awardedYEAR SportsperOF THE – son ofvery the Year in the Hunters Hill Australia Day Award. I’m grateful for the opportunities II’m would like the thank everyone who’s helped me so far, very grateful for the opportunities in particular; my parents and grandparents, being awarded Sportsperson ofteachers, the Y coaches and team mates, super-advice.com.au, Ryde being awarded Sportsperson of the Y would like theand thank everyone who’s Sports Foundation Hunter’s Hill Council for select-h would likeit’s the thankweeveryone who’s ing me. I think important use the talents and opand grandparents, teachers, coaches portunities we’re given, to work to the best of our ability, and grandparents, teachers, coaches to recognise that we only get a few chances and most C Sports Foundation importantly, not to let peopleand who Hunter’s think they areHill better C Sports Foundation and Hunter’s Hill set us back. This is important to me because I put in a lot we use the talents and opportunities w of hard work and dedication, so I love being recognised werecognise use the talents and opportunities for my sporting activities. I really appreciate to that we only get aeverything few ch that has been done to get to where I amget and I’m committo recognise that we only a few ch ted to keep striving to be mybetter best. who think they are set us back. – ALANNA FISHER who think they are better set us back

community, showcasing to the wid Hunters Hill has to offer. Receiving this award motiv my school. I hope this will make the people and the C

SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR I’m very grateful for the opportunit being awarded Sportsperson of th would like the thank everyone who and grandparents, teachers, coac of hard work and dedication, so I love Sports Foundation and Hunter’s H of hard work I love thatand hasdedication, been done so to get to really appreciate everything appreciate everything that has been done to get to really we use the talents and opportuniti COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE YEAR striving to be my best. striving to be my best. was awarded to the Hunters Hill recognise Bushcare Program. to that we only get a few The Program has 65 Bushcare volunteers working across 11 sites which include, Kelly’s Bush, Tarban Creek, Boronia Ferdinand Street who Park, think they are Reserve, betterRiverglade set us Reba THE COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE awarde serve, Betts Park and Galesville, Buffalo Creek ReserveYEAR and The was Great North Walk, THE COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE YEAR was awarde Tarban Creek has Bridge, Collingwood Streetvolunteers Reserve, Bedlam Bay and The Priory. Esof hard work and dedication, so 11 Il Program 65 Bushcare working across sential to keeping these landscapes healthy and free ofworking weeds andacross pollution this Program has 65 Bushcare volunteers 11 appreciate everything that has been to ge really group of volunteers have donated around 10,000 hours of Reserve, their time done and expertise. Creek, Boronia Park, Ferdinand Street Rivergl See TWTBoronia on-the-spot PHOTO on Page 19. Street Reserve, Rivergl Creek, Park, Ferdinand striving Creek to be my best.and The Great North Walk, Tarb Reserve Buffalo

HUNTERS HILL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Reserve and The Great North Walk,these Tarb Buffalo Bedlam Creek Bay and The Priory. Essential to keeping Bedlam Bay The Priory. Essential to keeping these1 pollution this and group ofEVENT volunteers around THE COMMUNITY OFa have THE donated YEAR was awa Presented to The Happy Hens who received Commendation for their first pro-1 pollution this group of volunteers have donated around ject, the Bedlam Bay Community Garden, created to foster community engagement

Program has 65 Bushcare volunteers working across through growing food plants in a scenic, public place. HUNTERS HILLParks ACHIEVEMENT PRESE Located on National and Wildlife Services AWARD land along Reserve, theWAS Parramatta River, Creek, Boronia Park, Ferdinand Street Rive HUNTERS WAS PRES this site was an HILL integral ACHIEVEMENT part of the Tarban CreekAWARD Lunatic Asylum now known as Bedlam Bay a Commendation for their first project, the Gladesville Hospital. Creek Reserve and The Great North Walk, TC Buffalo Bedlam Bay C acommunity Commendation for their first project, the The Happy Hens have worked tirelessly to create a beautiful garden in a magnifiengagement through growing food plants in cent setting, Bay from coordinating working bees with local volunteers digging in new Bedlam and The Priory. Essential to tokeeping th community engagement through growing food plants in garden beds and planting trees themselves. They gained the donations from business Parks and Wildlife Services land along Parramatta R pollution oflocal volunteers have donated in the area as this well asgroup grantsServices from councils, tothe build the garden aroun into the Parks and Wildlife land helping along Parramatta R

beautiful site it is today. The group holds open gardening sessions Friday with Tarban Creek Lunatic Asylum now known as every Gladesville all welcome. Tarban Creek Lunatic Asylum now known as Gladesville

See TWT on-the-spot PHOTO on Page 19. HUNTERS HILL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WAS PR The Happy Hens have worked tirelessly to create a beau Bedlam Ba acoordinating Commendation forbees their firsttirelessly project, the The Happy Hens have worked to create bea working with local volunteers to adiggin community engagement growing foodtoplants coordinating working beesthrough with local volunteers diggin themselves. They gained from Hunters Hill Council Australiadonations Day awards werebusiness presentedinbyth themselves. They gained donations from business th Parks Wildlife Services thesite Parramatt Mayor and Clr Bennett and Australia Dayalong Ambassador Catherine helping to Mark build the garden intoland the beautiful it isintod Saxelby to at the Hunters Hill Town Hall followed by a citizenship helping build the garden into the beautiful site it iscertod Tarban Creek Lunatic Asylum now known as Glades sessions Friday all welcome. emony forevery five Hunters Hillwith residents on Australia Day last Friday.

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Ratepayers money risk from Ryde’s councillors green investment plan? A motion to scrap the City of Ryde’s green-driven policy to withdraw investments of around $200 million of ratepayers money from financial institutions that invest in fossil fuel energy has been defeated by seven votes to five. The rescission motion at last month’s council meeting - put by the Ryde Liberals and backed by Independent Clr Roy Maggio - called for the policy to be scrapped until the council had received financial assurances that investments would not nosedive as a result of it. The defeated motion also sparked debate on the reality of climate change with Liberal Clr Chris Moujalli warning Ryde not to vilify fossil fuel energy. “We do not want to go down the path of South Australia, where they have an alternative energy policy and power cuts,” he said. “We already have to pay the cost of power bills going up that effects our

households and our businesses. “Our country was built on fossil fuels and must we now look badly on them ?” The Greens Clr Edwina Clifton strongly disagreed. “Our top priority must be to adapt to the inevitable reality of climate change and the burning of fossil fuels is what is causing climate change .. to say mining is keeping the economy going is a fallacy.” For Liberal Trenton Brown the debate was not about ideology but economics. “Like every one dollar coin you have heads and tails, return and risk and we no little about the risk of this policy,” he said. “It is not about ideology,

we simply want a report.” Councillor Maggio said the council had no right to adopt the policy with a risk assessment. “This council has no mandate to invest $200 million in ratepayer’s money without a report to say this policy is beneficial and our staff support it, because our ratepayers pay high rates and deserve better.” Mayor Laxale said council staff will provide monthly reports and that he is “comfortable” with the system of financial checks and balances in place. Liberal Clr Jordan Lane said a staff report falls short of a detailed risk assessment into investing in so called “environmentally correct” institutions. “This Rescission Mo-

tion is standing between ratepayer’s money and a possible financial train wreck,” Clr Lane said. “Are we going to invest $200 million in something that is not secure?” It would not be the first time the City of Ryde has been stung by investment losses with the council losing around three million dollars during the recent world financial crisis, although staff assured councillors the council is continuing to recover past losses. Councillor Penny Pedersen assured councillors that the new investment policy “hardly puts Ryde at risk” and that major European institutions and other Sydney councils are leading the way in divesting money into alternative energy safe portfolios.

Ryde born Catherine Hamlin AC NSW Senior Citizen of Year 2018 Raised in Ryde’s historic residence, The Hermitage, 94-year-old pioneering surgeon Dr Catherine Hamlin AC nee Nicholson has been named 2018 NSW Senior Australian of the Year. For more than 50 years, Dr Hamlin, an obstetrician, has devoted herself to giving women in Africa a second chance at life. Dr Hamlin and her late husband, Dr Reginald Hamlin, founded a network of six hospitals and a midwifery college in Ethiopia, providing free fistula repair surgery to poor women suffering from horrendous and preventable childbirth injuries.

The midwifery college trains midwives to prevent the injuries. When Catherine arrived in Ethiopia in 1959, there were almost no resources for expectant mothers. Since then she has treated more than 50,000 women, restoring their health and dignity. Through her foundation, Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia, Catherine is tackling a new fistula frontier, Uganda. Dr Hamlin remains ac-

tive in her day-to-day work at the hospital, healing women through surgery, rehabilitation and counselling. Having been awarded honorary fellowships in the medical associations

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Hunters Hill ratepayers have been urged to attend an Extraordinary General Meeting in Hunters Hill Town Hall at 6.30pm this Thursday (tomorrow) night. The Extraordinary Meeting has been called to discuss Hunters Hill’s response to State Government laws which strip councillors of the right to determine local development applications. Under the State Government laws, small scale planning will be determined by council staff with major planning decisions to be determined by a planning panel approved by the Berejiklian Government. Phil Jenkyn OAM from the Save Hunters Hill Municipality Coalition described the laws as the greatest threat to local democracy since the government’s failed attempt to abolish Hunters Hill and merge it with Ryde and Lane Cove. “The removal of councillors’ role to determine local developments is an attack on Hunters Hill,” he said. “We are very firmly against this and we urge every resident who cares about local democracy and for the heritage of Hunters Hill to attend this extraordinary general meeting.”

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AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS OFFICER (AO) ORDER OF AUSTRALIA IN GENERAL DIVISION

MEDAL (OAM) ORDER OF AUSTRALIA IN GENERAL DIVISION KEN BOCK of Carlingford for service to the community. Service includes: AustraliaBritain Society (NSW Branch): Treasurer, since 2006; President, 2010-2014; Trustee, AustraliaBritain Society Foundation, since circa 2000. Life Member and Honorary Auditor, Friends of St George’s and the Descendants of the Knights of the Garter. Freemasons United Grand Lodge of NSW and ACT; Past Worshipful Master, 3 one-year terms, in three different lodges. Former Public Officer/Secretary, Eastwood Masonic Centre. Holder of rank of Past Junior Grand Warden; Member, since 1962. Anglican Parish of Epping (Epping Anglicans): Diocesan Reader, Sydney Diocese, for over 40 years; Past Parish Treasurer. St Aidan’s Anglican Church: Treasurer, since the late 1980s; Rector’s Warden, since 2013; Warden, since the late 1980s. Diocesan Reader, since 1975. Volunteer Announcer and Presenter, Radio 2RPH, for over 20 years. Amateur Performer, Castle Hill Players, since 1999 and Volunteer, current; Amateur Performer, Hunter’s Hill Players and Pymble Players. SAM MUGAVERO of Erming-

lic Officer, current; Active Member, since 1992. “I’m absolutely delighted and honoured to receive this award on behalf of The Scleroderma Association of NSW,” said Marilyn. “Scleroderma is an autoimmune connective tissue disease. It is an uncommon disease often hard to diagnose. This disease can have a devastating effect on those diagnosed. The Scleroderma Association of NSW holds support groups, awareness education and raises funds for research into Scleroderma. She currently holds these positions and is also Vice President of Scleroderma Australia. “Over the past 20 years, hundreds of thousands of dollars have been raised towards medical research into Scleroderma by volunteers. This award is a tribute to all who have given so much time and talent over many years and continue to do so.” she said.

ton for service to the Italian community of NSW. Service includes: AGIRA Association of NSW (formerly the ‘La famiglia agirina’ Association); Founder, 1991; President, more than 10 years; Fundraiser Organiser, cultural trips to Italy. Co-founder, Coordinamento Associazioni Siciliane of NSW (CAS), since 2001. (provides individual Sicilian associations the opportunity to join into a fellowship with other associations): Trinacria Association: Co-founder, 1976; President, 2 years; Secretary, 20 years; Member, Support Committee, Amatrice Earthquake Appeal Committee (under the auspices of Co.As. It. NSW and Com.It.Es. NSW), since 2016. Founder and Editor, ‘Il Ficodindia’, since 1999. (a bi-monthly newsletter for the Italian community in Australia and overseas). Author, articles for ‘La Fiamma’ (Italian newspaper), current. Organises an International literary competition to promote the Italian/Sicilian language and heritage.Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Co.As. It Medal, ‘for tireless services to the Italo-Australian community’, 2010.

SAM MUGAVERO MARILYN SINGER of Epping for service to people with Scleroderma. Service includes: Scleroderma Association of NSW Inc: President, Secretary and Pub-

This is our vision, our dream come true says Hunters Hill local Gail O’Brien

THERE are many Hunters Hill residents who can say they’ve seen a dream come true but few in the profound and life changing way of Viret Street’s Gail O’Brien.

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The stunning Chris O’Brien Lifehouse in Camperdown is the vision of Gail O’Brien (pictured) and her late husband, cancer surgeon Dr Chris O’Brien. TWT on the spot PHOTO.

ELISABETH FLEMING of Carlingford for service to the community through social welfare organisations. Service includes: Wayside Chapel Crisis Centre: Coordinator, 2000-2008; Volunteer, 19921997. Volunteer, Mother’s and Children’s Unit, Emu Plains Corrective Service Centre, since circa 2000; Volunteer, Streethearts, since circa 2008; Committee Member, Friends and Families of Missing Persons, for many years.

Gail is the wife of the late cancer surgeon Dr Chris O’Brien and their shared vision of a Comprehensive Cancer Centre became the stunning Chris O’Brien Lifehouse building in Camperdown, when it was opened in 2013. This incredible complex provides a complete range of services for cancer patients and their families in a holistic environment unique in the

world. “Chris and I worked together fundraising for this since 2002 because we believed that, in the care of patients and their families, the system didn’t do it well.” she said. “When Chris died the whole vision could so easily have been stalled and I didn’t expect to be involved further so I’m in an incredibly privileged position.” Gail O’Brien has now

been awarded an Officer AO in the General Division of the Order of Australia. Her citation dedicates her award for being “an advocate for, and supporter of, cancer sufferers and their families through comprehensive research and treatment programs.” “I’m an advocate not just for patients but for our staff as well and things like being involved in pharmacy and research really opens your eyes

Concord scouts stalwart praises scoutings values, contributions

about the wonders of research and how we are producing our own drugs at our own pharmacy. “This is why I consider my award to be a recognition of everyone here.” With a record of 15 per cent better outcomes in comprehensive cancer, it disappoints Gail that there is a lack government funding for Chris O’Brien’s Lighthouse, in contrast to the generosity of donors and the contri-

bution of private patients. “Millions of taxpayer dollars are put into football stadiums and entertainment venues and my hope and my prayer is that governments will support us and that the financial burden so many people worry about will be alleviated.” Donations are excepted with deep appreciation. “We recently raised five million dollars in five months with no burden on the taxpayer .. a tremendous achievement” she said. “My other hope and prayer is that we will have Chris O’Brien Lifehouses in every part of the state and in every part of the country.” An integral part of Chris O’Brien’s vision was that this place of care, compassion and hope should be accessible to all Australians, regardless of means. “The whole idea of holistic care for all developed through Chris’ illness,” Gail O’Brien said. “Cancer is not an easy journey and not everyone will survive it but hope is such an important part of the journey.” Gail O’Brien has devoted her life to the Chris O’Brien Lifehouse and works an astounding amount of hours there each week. “When I get home I love walking with my dog through Hunters Hill, by the water and through Kelly’s Bush, it is a very, very special place.” Gail has been a Director of the Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, Comprehensive Cancer Centre since 2009.

THERE will always be a need for the values of scouting and the contribution scouts make to the community, said Australia Day award winner Bob Baker OAM of Concord.

ELISABETH FLEMING Dr FRIEDBERT KOHLER of Carlingford for service to rehabilitation medicine. Service includes: South Western Sydney Local Health District: Director, Rehabilitation Medicine, Braeside, Liverpool and Fairfield Hospitals, since 2004. Senior Rehabilitation Staff Specialist, current. Clinical Stream Director Aged Care and Rehabilitation Services, since 2011. Chair, Clinical and Quality Council, current. Director Medical Services, Braeside Hospital, Hammond Care, since 2007; Director, Braeside Rehabilitation Research Group, current. Conjoint Associate Professor, School of Public Health and Community Medicine, University of NSW, since 2009. International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO): President, since 2017; Secretary, 2013-2015; National President, Australian Section, 20052011; Member, Editorial Board, ‘Prosthetics and Orthotics International’.

OFFICER AO OF AUSTRALIA GENERAL DIVISION JOHN PIERCE of Concord for distinguished service to public administration through senior roles in developing regulatory and policy initiatives and micro-economic and energy market reforms, and to the community.

Service includes: Energy sector: Chairman, Australian Energy Market Commission, since 2010; Secretary, Commonwealth Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism, 20092010. Former Chief Economist, Pacific Power NSW, 19881993. Former Economist, Electricity Commission of NSW (Elcom).

Chair, Electricity Supply Industry Expert Panel, Review of Tasmania’s electricity industry 2010-2012. Finance: Secretary, NSW Treasury, 1997-2008 and Chief Economist, 19931996; Former Chairman, NSW Treasury Corporation. Community: Chairman, St Patrick’s College Strathfield, since 2010; Chair, Finance Committee, 20072009; Finance Committee Member, since 2005-2010; Advisory Council Member, Australian School of Business, University of NSW, since 2006; Advisory Board Member, Department of Economics, Macquarie University, since 2013. President, NSW Branch, Economic Society of Australia, 1996-1999.

Mr Baker has served as Honorary Commissioner and was Chief Director of the 22nd Australian Jamboree from 2006-2011 and a Deputy Chief Commissioner. He also holds Scouts Australia’s Silver Kangaroo Award, presented to him in 2008. “I’m very proud of what scouts have achieved and my hope for the future is that the Scouts will adapt and modify to meet community standards without losing our core values and our identity,” he said. “I believe one of the strong things about scouting is about scouts looking after themselves, learning skills and looking after one another. “I’m proud of the team work in scouts; a scout patrol is a team of six and the leaders lead by example.” Mr Baker was closely involved in the recent Centenary of World Scouting. “There have been many highlights but the Centenary of World Scouting was a special highlight and we had 100 canoes

Scouts Commissioner Bob Baker OAM row past Governor Marie Bashir in 2008. “Because of the size and number of scouts involved this was certainly a highlight for me.” Although large events such as jamborees feature strongly in Mr Baker’s careeer there are small but significant moments he cherishes. “Some of my proudest moments are when I’m invited to a wedding of one

of the scouts,” he said. “I’m also proud of the way multiculturalism has worked out so well for us because scouts look after one another. “It is respect for one another and acceptance of one another. Mr Baker was also awarded for his role as President of Sydney Kart Racing Club for 15 years and as an Active Member since 1986.

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AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS MEMBER (AM) IN GENERAL DIVISION OF ORDER OF AUSTRALIA MARK ANDERSON of Epping for significant service to secondary education in NSW through administrative and executive roles, and to educational standards.

MARK ANDERSON Service includes: NSW Department of Education: Director Public Schools NSW, The Hills, 20162017; Director, People and Careers, 2015; Acting Executive Director, People and Services, 2014-2015; Director Staffing Services, 2013; Assistant Director Staffing Services, 2008-2013; School Education Director, Nirimba, 2005-2008. Founding College Principal, Sydney Secondary College 2002 - 2004; Principal, Davidson High School, 1997 - 2001; NSW Secondary Principals Council: Former Executive Member 2002-200; Reference Group Leader, 2002-2004. Member, Interim Committee for a NSW Institute of Teachers, 2002; NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (now NSW Education Standards Authority): Former member, Teacher Education Policy Advisory Committee (TEPAC); Former member, Initial Teacher Education Committee (ITEC). Executive Interchange Officer, Research Institute for Asia and the Pacific, University of Sydney, 1994. GARTH BLAKE of Mortlake for significant service to the Anglican Church of Australia, particularly to child protection policy and professional standards, and to the law. Service includes Anglican Church of Australia: Member, General Synod

since 1997; Member, Episcopal Ministry Task Force, 2010-2014 and 2017. Chairperson, Professional Standards Commission, since 2005. Chair, Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, Working Group, since 2012; Member, Standing Committee Executive Committee, 2004-2014; Chairperson, Clergy Discipline Working Group, 1998-2001; Chairperson, Child Protection Committee, 20022005; Member, Sexual Abuse Working Group, 2002-2003. International: Chair and instigator, Anglican Communion Safe Church Network, since 2012; Australian layperson representative, International Anglican Consultative Council, since 2012. Member, Planning Committee, Second Conference, Safe Church Consultation, 2011; Chair and Chief Sponsor, Planning Committee, First Conference, Safe Church Consultation, 2008. Chair, Anglican Communion Safe Church Commission, since 2017.

GARTH BLAKE Ecumenical activities: Member, Safe Churches Planning Group Safe as Churches, Conferences, National Council of Churches in Australia, (NCCA), since 2003; Member, National Review Panel under Towards Healing, Catholic Church of Aus-

tralia, since 2005. Chairperson, Safe Place Adjudication Committee, Seventh-Day Adventist Church, since 2005; Member, Australian College of Theology Limited, since 2008; The Law: Barrister, since 1984 and Senior Counsel, since 2002, Eight Wentworth Chambers. Editorial Board Member, Ecclesiastical Law Journal, since 2009.

ROXANNE McMURRAY of Balmain for significant service to community health as a leader and advocate of support programs and crisis centres for women. Service includes: Leichhardt Women’s Community Health Centre: Manager, since 2006; Operations Manager, 2003-2006; Health Promotion Officer, 1998-2000; Communications Coordinator, NSW Women Partners of Bisexual Men, 20012006. Detour House and The Girls Refuge:Chair, since 2011. Member, Management Committee, since 2010. Women’s Health NSW: Chair, 2008-2012; Deputy Chair, 2007-2008. Convenor and Spokesperson, SOS Women’s Services, since 2014. Awards and recognition includes: Member of Honour Roll, Women of the Year Awards, Office for Women, NSW Government, 2016.

COMPANION AC Prof MAREE TEESSON of Chatswood for eminent service to medicine, particularly to the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders, as a researcher and author, to innovative mental health policy development, to education, and as a role model for young researchers. Service includes: University of NSW - National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC); Principal Research Fellow, current. National Health and Medical Research Council: Chief Investigator on 23 NHMRC funded grants since 1999. Member of a range of committees and panels, 2006-2016. Founding Director, Centre of Research Excellence in Mental Health and Substance Use, since 2012; Author of more than 250 publications, and cited more than 9,000 times. Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences: Council Member, since 2016; Chair, NSW/ Australian Capital Territory Branch, since 2016. Professorial Fellow, Black Dog Institute; Fellow, Academy of Social Sciences Australia. The Mental Health Services Conference: Past President. Expert Member of a range of committees and working groups including: Research Advisory Committee, NSW Mental Health Commission, 2013-2014.

Hunters Hill award winner’s tale is a real life Japanese love story

One of AUSTRALIA’S leading experts in Japanese literature has been awarded an Honorary Member AM in this week’s Australia Day honours.

Hunters Hill’s Dr Sakuko Matsui has dedicated most of her life to teaching and promoting Japanese literature, language and culture and is one of the University of Sydney’s most respected and admired academics. Dr Matsui spoke to The Weekly Times about her love affair with Japanese literature, her love of the University Of Sydney and her love for her home in Passey Avenue, Hunters Hill. “I grew up in Kobe, Japan, during the war and when I came here I fell in love with Australia, with this university and with Hunters Hill where I’ve since the early 1960’s,” she said. “Hunters Hill is so beautiful and leafy and I’m told that you have to live in Hunters Hill for at least 30 years to become a local and I love it as much as I did on the first day I came there. “I’m also very privileged to work at this magnificent, beautiful university, so I consider myself very lucky indeed.” “The sudents are the most important people in my working life. “I was really lucky to have very good students in the early years of my career when classes were so small and when we could teach what we wanted to teach. “I am very proud of what our Japanese Studies produced... academics, diplomats, business people, artists or scholars of fine art. “I am sure some of my former students recommended me for what I have received from the Japanese and Australian Governments. “The former Australian Ambassador to Japan, Bruce Miller, and some other younger diplomats, Hugh Clarke, Professor Emeritus of Japanese of Sydney and Leith Morton, Professor Emeritus of Tokyo University of Technology, and other academics are the people I feel indebted.” With so much traditional Japanese literature devoted to love stories, bravery and

a deep humanity it comes as no surprise that Dr Matsui has a profound love for it, too. “The Edo Period literature, especially, is very personal and not at all political and it is the same with Japanese artists of the same period. It is a highly symbolic art form.” “I’ve also taught Noh plays, which I adore and I’ve helped Sydney theatre producers to produce the plays of Mishima. “I’ve even translated a traditional Japanese puppet show into English.”

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One of her recent translations is Tanizaki Jun’ichiro’s classic “A Cat Shozo And Two Women”; a delightful tale that will enchant young and old readers alike. “It is not easy to find Japanese Literature that will appeal to today’s students, many of whom have not even read literature from their own culture,” Dr Matsui admits. “So when I teach I treat each student as an individual and work to inspire a love of literature.” A wonderful storyteller in her own right, Dr Matsui was recently awarded the acclaimed Order of the Sacred Treasure with Gold and Silver Rays from the Government of Japan and tells the story behind this unique medal. “Set at the heart of this medal is a tiny, tiny fragment of a mirror, which is one of the Imperial Treasurers of Japan and which legend says is a piece from a mirror associated with the Sun Goddess, Amaterasu. “The legend says that one day the Sun Goddess hid herself in the Ama-noIwato (heavenly rock cave) and the world went dark. “To coax her out (from the cave) a mirror was held up to the entry of the cave and when she saw her reflection in the mirror she came out of the cave to look

more closely, wondering who this beautiful new sun goddess was.” Such is the vanity of even divine women but Japanese tales about beautiful women emerging from darkness into light could well be a metaphor for Dr Matsui’s own journey from the dark days of wartime Japan to what she describes as “the beautiful life of beautiful people” in Australia. “Because of my childhood in Japan I have ambivalent feelings about Japan,” she said “But I was fortunate to be one of the few women of my generation to study at university, one of only point three of a per cent of women then.” “I like Australian people very, very much although many of my first friends here at university were English, mostly Cambridge

men.” Will Dr Matsui write her own novel ? “A couple of people tell me I should write my memoirs, although I’m certainly not a novelist or a poet !” Our discussion turned to literary links between Edwardian Hunters Hill and classical Japan and to the love of a good ghost story which abounds in both cultures. “If I should ever meet a ghost here, it wouldn’t surprise me !” Dr Matsui said. This Hunters Hill resident is known to many students in her role as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor, Japanese Language and Literature Studies from 1961 until 2001. She is also designated as a Japanese person transmitting Japan to the world by the National Policy Unit of the Government of Japan.

Hunters Hill’s Dr Sakuko Matsui AM is pictured at The University Of Sydney where she is a renowned advocate for Japanese Literature. TWT on-the-spot PHOTO

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AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS

Golden Girl Betty earns highest accolade - Companion of Order of Australia (AC)

AUSTRALIA’S golden girl of athletics Betty Cuthbert heads an impressive batch of local recipients in the Australia Day 2018 Honours List. The Ermington flash, who died last year aged 79, was made a Companion of the Order of Australia - a posthumous accolade for eminent service to the sport of athletics as a fourfold Olympic champion and as a role model, fundraiser andadvocatefor research into a cure for multiple sclerosis. Cuthbert’s story will continue to inspire Australian athletes for generations to come. She attended Ermington Public School as a youngster and went on to taste Olympic glory and become one of the greatest sprinters of all time. The legendary Cuthbert remains the only athlete in history to win Olympic gold in the 100m, 200m and 400m events. Raised in Ermington, she first sprinted into the nation’s hearts as a fresh faced 18-year-old at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games, where

she set an Olympic record in the 100m and a world record in the 200m to win both events. The teen sensation claimed a third gold medal running the final leg in the 4x100m relay, again in a world record time. At the Melbourne Olympics, Cuthbert won every sprint medal available to women and was the first Australian to win three gold medals at one Games, earning her the nickname of Australia’s “golden girl”. Injury would rob her of the chance to defend her titles at the 1960 Rome Games but she returned at Tokyo in 1964 to win her fourth gold medal, this time in the 400m which was to be the final race of her career. Cuthbert was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 1965; was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of

Fame in 1994; named an Australian National Treasure in 1998 and entered the Athletics Australia Hall of Fame in 2000. She was also the first Australian inducted into the International Association of Athletics Federations Hall of Fame when it was founded in 2012, alongside leg-

ends such as Jesse Owens and Carl Lewis. In 1969 she discovered she had multiple sclerosis and would battle the condition for the rest of her life. In 2000, she was one of the final bearers to hand the Olympic torch to Cathy Freeman before she lit the flame at the Sydney Games.

Honours for sporting legends Gould and Clark

OLYMPIC swimming champion Shane Gould has received an AM for her significant service to swimming and to water safety programs in developing countries.

Gould gained international stardom as a 15 year old at the 1972 Munich Olympics when she won three gold medals and set world records in the 200m freestyle, 200m individual medley and 400m freestyle while under the coaching of Forbes and Ursula Carlile at Ryde Swimming Pool. She also grabbed a silver

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medal in the 800m freestyle and a bronze medal in the 100m freestyle. Gould simultaneously held all freestyle world records from 100 to 1500 metres from December 12, 1971 to September 1, 1972 - an incredible achievement for one so young. FORMER Gladesville resident and Australian

womens cricket captain Belinda Clark was named an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to cricket. Clark, who was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 1997, led Australia to two World Cup triumphs in 1997 and 2005 and was the first and only person to score a double century (229 not out) in a women’s one day international. A prolific scoring batsman, Clark played 15 Tests, 118 ODIs and one Twenty20 for Australia,

averaging more than 45 in the Test and one-day arena, and is Australia’s leading run scorer in the 50-over game. Belinda, who starred for Balmain Cricket Club, has proved a fine ambassador for the sport - she has been a member of the ICC Women’s Committee for more than a decade and continues to be a key influencer in the game as Cricket Australia’s Head of Junior Cricket. Cuthbert, Gould and Clark join a distinguished

crop of Australian female sporting icons recognised in the Australia Day Honours list. Others include squash great Heather McKay and netball legend Liz Ellis (AO); tennis queen Evonne Goolagong-Cawley (AC); Olympic swimming gold medallist Susie O’Neill, basketball dynamo Michelle Timms, golfing legends Karrie Webb and Jan Stephenson and Hockeyroos’ Olympic gold medalwinning captain Rechelle Hawkes (AM).

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Leisure Lea Gardens residents celebrate 70yrs anniversary

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LEISURE Lea Retirement Village Marsfield residents Shirley and Walter Pendleton reached a milestone recently when they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. The couple are pictured at the anniversary party in Beecroft Presbyterian Church hall where they celebrated with an extended family of nearly fifty including their five children, eleven grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren together with friends.

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The team at Dance Inc feels blessed to be part of such a supportive and family based community where generations continue to enrol and shine at their studio. Dance Inc follows the very reputable Australian Teachers of Dance Syllabus (ATOD). Their students have the opportunity to complete exams in a vast range of genres; jazz, classical ballet, tap, hip-hop, contemporary and musical theatre. “We are very proud to be the only studio in the Gladesville area who have access to offer accredited examinations in so many different styles of dance”. says Dance Inc Director Lauren Spalding.

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Stepaside Studios set to soar in 2018 EXCITEMENT is building for the start of classes at Stepaside Studios, with students still buzzing from 2017. Studio Director Bianca Sulkowicz said “it was a very busy year for Stepaside, with dancers of all ages extending their learning, achieving many personal goals and gaining confidence”. “It has been great to see our students enjoying their dance and choosing a healthy, balanced lifestyle outside of their academic studies” says Bianca. In their ninth year of business, the team at Stepaside Studios take pride in offering students the best of Dance education. Their staff hold a variety of tertiary dance qualifications and industry degrees, enabling their classes to remain current and safe for all levels and abilities. It’s no surprise then that the Stepaside students have been making waves across the Sydney dance scene. Their Junior Cheerleading Allstars team competed for the very first time at the Australian All Star Cheer Federation’s State Championships and placed third in the NSW Youth Cheer division. Talented duet Monique Edwards and Lucy Williamson also took to the stage at the Rainbow National Dance Competition, winning Best Jazz Performance for their age group. With so much to celebrate, Stepaside Studios will be offering the first 30 Tiny Tot students enrolled in their first year of dance a special introductory me-

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Talented Stepaside Studio dancers Lucy Williamson and Monique Edwards won the Best Jazz Performance for their age group at the Rainbow National Dance competition.

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Victor Dominello welcomes Elouera Reserve upgrading

The State Government funded Elouera Reserve project at Shrimpton’s Creek is scheduled to be opened on Friday, February 9, Ryde MP Victor Dominello said on Monday. The Elouera Reserve project is part of the $5 million Shrimptons Creek Precinct Support Scheme. “Government has fund-

ed $5 million of these works, from the Precinct support Scheme post the rezoning of the Macquarie University planned precinct,” Mr Dominello said.

“The grant to Ryde Council by the NSW Government is to be spent on three distinct open space projects and the first of these projects to

be completed is Elouera Reserve.” The Elouera Reserve project features a playground, picnic areas and lighting upgrade works.

Dragon discovered at Newington Armory

A new playground - Ryde MP Victor Dominello (seated) is pictured with Ryde Liberals Trenton Brown, Sarkis Yedelian OAM, Jordan Lane and local children. TWT on-the-spot PHOTO

Lunar New Year arrived early at Newington Armory with the appearance of a dragon on the Heritage Train last Sunday. Dragon MacDragonface escaped from the Scout Museum and jumped aboard the train with lots of excited passengers. Aren’t humans supposed to be scared of dragons? Not these brave humans! The kids held onto the dragon so he wouldn’t fall off the train when he let out an almighty ROAR! Kids and adults can join in the Scouting fun at Newington Armory on Sundays at Building 140, Newington Armory, Sydney Olympic Park.

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Bobo on track to break goal-scoring record

BRAZILIAN striker Bobo (pictured) scored twice in Sydney FC’s 3-1 Australia Day demolition of Melbourne Victory , setting a club goal-scoring record along the way.

The Sky Blues improved their season tally to 42 goals in 18 games with a comefrom-behind 3-1 win away to Melbourne Victory in last Friday night’s ‘Big Blue’. Sydney FC Head Coach Graham Arnold regards his star-studded attack as the most lethal combination the Hyundai A-League has ever seen. ”The front four I believe is probably the greatest front line in A-League history,” Arnold said at his post-match press conference. ”We know we can score goals and damage teams with our quality. ”When we play to structure and focus more on the football rather than battle and the fight, and we get some

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Australia Day 2018

at Ryde Council Citizenship Ceremony

Fifty Ryde residents from 20 countries received Australian citizenship at Ryde’s Australia Day ceremony in North Ryde School of Arts Community Hall and the Salvation Army Community Home Team Leader Nathan Moulds was named Citizen of the Year and State Emergency Services volunteer Rhett Prado Young Citizen of the Year. Nathan Moulds has fought hard for elderly and other residents - recently City of Ryde Australia Day Ambassador Sonia Gandhi spoke about her early evicted from North Ryde’s Ivanhoe housing estate to make way for a high rise years as a BP service station attendant and spice shop manager after she development - and his award speech praised them for being “courageous and came to Australia from India. Australia Day ceremony guests also heard Mayor Jerome Laxale describe amazing” neighbours at the Estate. Rhett Prado spoke of his childhood memories of the 1989 Newcastle earth- The City of Ryde as “a community of friendship, hard work and honesty” quake and how the sacrifice of Newcastle’s emergency workers inspired him while Bennelong MP John Alexander paid tribute to local Aboriginal leader Bennelong, who befriended the First Fleet. to join the SES. In a surprise announcement, Ryde MP Victor Dominello said a recent DNA test revealed that he is not as “Italo-Australian” as he thought he was. “I am only three quarters Italian and I am twelve per cent Armenian,” he said.

PICTURED TOP: Singing the Australian National Anthem at the North Ryde Community Hall ceremony are Clr Chris Moujalli, Clr Penny Pedersen Clr Jordan Lane, Deputy Mayor Christopher Gordon, Mayor Jerome Laxale, Clr Roy Maggio, City Of Ryde Australia Day Ambassador Sonia Sadiq Gandhi, Ryde MP Victor Dominello and Bennelong MP John Alexander. Aboriginal elder Uncle Greg spoke about Australia’s indigenous heritage while City of Ryde Mayor Jerome Laxale congratulated Australia Day award nominees Rhett Prado, Nathan Moulds, Julie Hill, Joanne Taranto and Corina Seeto. Alexander Chorley was represented by his father. RYDE LAC Inspector Pat Sharkey took the salute alongside councillors while 50 new citizens from 20 countries pledged their allegiance to Australia. TWT on-the-spot PHOTOS

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Australia Day 2018 at HUNTERS HILL TOWN HALL

2018 Community Event of the Year went to Hunters Hill Bushcare Program, pictured above, while the Hunters Hill Achievement Award was awarded to The Happy Hens, pictured above right, for their project of the Bedlam Bay Community Garden. Detail see Page 6.

New Citizens Welcomed

Five Hunters Hill residents were welcomed as new citizens at a citizenship ceremony performed by Mayor Mark Bennett. They are Junalice Semana Alvaro, Derek Frank Frend, Luke Johnstone, Keiko Kurniawan and Michael Todd Swanander. TWT on-the-spot PHOTOS.

Hunters Hill residents celebrated Australia Day in the Town Hall with Australia Day Ambassador Catherine Saxelby when Jenny Nylund was announced Hunters Hill Citizen of the Year 2018, pictured left. Benjamin Jones of Hunters Hill High School was named Young Citizen of the Year while Alanna Fisher was awarded Sportsperson of the Year. TWT on-the-spot PHOTOS.

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Australia Day 2018 Post Australia Day at Eastwood Hotel

Ryde Community Forum under the chairmanship of Tony Tang hosted their annual Australia Day multicultural luncheon event this year at The Eastwood Hotel courtesy of licensee Greg Barclay. Guests included four Parliamentary members: Bennelong federal MP John Alexander OAM, Ryde MP Victor Dominello, Epping MP Damien Tudehope and Parramatta MP Dr Geoff Lee. Also pictured above were Eastwood Chamber of Commerce President and former Ryde mayor Vic Tagg, Forum Vice President Dr Anthony Ching, Mark Yuan and his daughter who entertained with the violin, Ryde Mayor Clr Jerome Laxale, former mayor and now known as “the People’s Mayor” Clr Roy Maggio former Ryde Councillor Justin Li, TWT Miss Eastwood Granny Smith Festival Queen Jane Meney and former Ryde Alderman and TWT editor John F Booth AM. TWT on-the spot PHOTOS.

Luncheon master of ceremonies was Rotary’s Narelle Barker pictured with special guest Uncle Greg, Roseanna Gallo OAM who sang the national anthem and entertained, former Eastwood Chamber of Commerce president Peter 007 Sullivan and wife, former Ryde councillor Terry Ryan, representatives of twelve multicultural communities and Ryde Councillors Sarkis Yedelian OAM, Jordan Lane, Trenton Brown, Penny Pedersen, Edwina Clifton and Bernard Purcell. TWT on-the-spot PHOTOS

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It is a big Local Government Election win for Labor and The Greens in the City Of Ryde and new Mayor Jerome Laxale and Deputy Mayor Christopher Gordon celebrated their win. Gladesville's Black Cat Ball is a huge succcess with the World League For The Protection Of Animals finding homes for all nine black cats who went to their Ball. Inside Sport: Ryde-Hunters Hill Hockey Club cap a stellar season with a swag of trophies presented to club stars at the Sydney Hockey Association Awards Night.

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Glamerous Jane Meney is crowded 2017 TWT Miss Eastwood Granny Smith Festival Queen at a gala presentation ceremony at Eastwood Shopping Centre. The Weekly Times commemorates the Centenary of the Battle of Passchendaele with a tribute to Passchendaele hero Private William Gibbs, the uncle of TWT Managing Editor John F Booth. Inside Sport: Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club is thanked by the Balmain Tigers for the club's support and sponsorship of Balmain Junior Rugby League.

Our own TWT Festival Queens are set to star in the Grand Parade at the Granny Smith Festival in Eastwood. The parade showcases all t hat we love about the City Of Ryde. Ryde MP Victor Dominello pledges $25 million for a new commuter carpark in Eastwood after local residents and businesses reject a proposal for a carpark under Eastwood Oval.

Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe makes a surprise guest debut at the Granny Smith Festival Grand Parade in a 1958 De Soto Firesweep Convertible. The City of Ryde's oldest surviving marketing icon - the deaf and blind boy - will leave the community after sitting outside the Ryde Lantern Op Shop in Church Street, Top Ryde for more than three decades.

Inside Sport: The NRL draw for 2018 is announced with the big news the Tigers will take on the Roosters in the opening round at Olympus Arena on March 10.

Inside Sport: Emerging Sydney Cricket Club spinner Ben Manenti turns in another golden performance with a huge wicket haul in the NSW Premier First Grade Cricket competition.

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Our tribute to the Gladesville Ravens Soccer Club continues this week as we join the Ravens at Stadium Australia as they celebrate the Socceroos 3-1 qualifying win against Honduras. Labor candidate for Bennelong, Kristina Kenneally launches her campaign alongside Opposition Leader Bill Shorten and Ryde Mayor Jerome Laxale. Inside Sport: Ryde-Hunters Hill Hockey Panthers star Mikaela Patterson debuts for the Hockeyroos after a sensational season.

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Nanako Reza of Hunters Hill High School wins First Prize in the Secondary Schools Section of Hunters Hill's Young In Art awards at the Hunters Hill Town Hall. City of Ryde Mayor Jerome Laxale launches a city wide school safety scheme alongside students at West Ryde Public School, where unauthorised parking is a significant safety issue.

"I'm as Aussie as a meat pie" - declares Bennelong MP John Alexander who is named in the dual citizenship scandal. Mr Alexander's father had migrated to Australia from England. This week's edition has a five page Remembrance Day Feature w ith a special focus on the Centenary of The Great War as well as the anniversaries of significant World War Two battles.

Inside Sport: Cecillia Blarney is named RydeHunters Hill Hockey Club's Person Of The Year and receives her award from Ryde MP Victor Dominello.

Inside Sport Balmain Tigers of yesteryear are honoured at the World Of Tigers World Cup dinner as current team members star in Rugby League's World Cup series.

Only days after declaring he is as "Aussie as a meat pie", Bennelong MP John Alexander resigns and declares there's a possibility he could be a British citizen. His resignation triggers a by-election in Bennelong. West Ryde resident Gary Moskovian is furious as he gets hit with a $183 fine and the loss of licence points for parking across a footpath in front of his own home. Inside Sport: Wests Tigers new coach Ivan Cleary unveils his new look Tiger team, ready for grand final glory in 2018.

International star Paris Hilton visits TWT Territory to promote her new perfume Paris Hilton's Rose Rush. Ryde MP Victor Dominello concedes a stuff up in the roll out of the Ret urn And Earn Scheme, but champions the Scheme's aim to reduce pollution. Mr Dominello announces a new high school in North Ryde, one of many initiatives to provide services for Ryde's fast growing population. Inside Sport Futsal indoor soccer star Alanna Fisher and BMX bike racing champion Sam Thompson are our TWT Club Six/Ryde Sports Foundation Sports Stars of the month.

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The Battle of Bennelong hots up as The Weekly Times joins Liberal candidate John Alexander and Labor's Kristina Kenneally on the campaign trail with only ten days to go. Pundits call the result as too close to count. Paris Hilton signs a copy of The Weekly Times and t weets about the thrill of appearing in our last edit ion.

It is D-Day in Bennelong as the political candidates make their final appeals to voters. There is a huge Melbourne Cup field of candidates in this crucial by election. Santa Claus makes a splash on our front page as he delights a local family at Macquarie Shopping Centre before his sleigh takes off for North Ryde and Gladesville.

Inside Sport: Tigers fans welcome home favo urite son and superstar Benji Marshall, signed by supercoach Ivan Cleary.

Inside Sport: Ryde-Eastwood Hawks Combined Rugby League fields a Womens Open Age Team in t he Sydney Met ro Competition.

Liberal John Alexander wins the Battle of Bennelong! Pundits had predicted a knife edged contest but the final tally result was nearly a ten per cent margin to Mr Alexander. In a shock move, The City Of Ryde's award winning • Chinese designed - Civic Centre plan is thrown on the scrapheap. Mayor Jerome Laxale declares that no Civic Centre in Ryde will have commercial high rise. Inside Sport: Tigers super coach Ivan Cleary gets into the Christmas spirit and spreads yuletide cheer with a sack full of top new towards !

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Sporties’ heartfelt tribute to lawn bowls champ Stella McFarlane

GLADESVILLE Sporties are mourning the death of champion lawn bowler Stella McFarlane. Stella - one of Gladesville Womens Bowling Club’s accomplished stalwarts - died a premature death from breast cancer after receiving ongoing treatment over the past five years which she endured with great courage and hope. A large contingent of Gladesville WBC members participated in the farewell to their friend and esteemed member at her funeral on January 24. Stella was a lifelong friend of current Gladesville WBC president Lynette Macdonald, having grown up together in Boronia Park where they

went to primary school and then moved on to Hunters Hill High School. Both shared many sporting activities over their lives including Physical Culture, netball, touch football and soccer and then moving on to play competitive bowls at Gladesville. During her time at Gladesville WBC, Stella was a winning member of the Pairs, Triples and Fours competitions and late last year clinched the Minor Singles Championship - despite undergoing chemotherapy treatment at the time and playing in a force 10 gale and in chill-

ing temperatures. During 2017 she was also presented with a Merit Pin from Women’s Bowls NSW in recognition of her services to Gladesville Womens Bowling Club. Stella held the position of Secretary until mid 2017 before taking up the role of treasurer and according to Gladesville WBC stalwart Jill Forster was an inspiration to all. Ever obliging, Stella fulfilled these positions with energy and competence but also coupled with a joyful sense of humour. Gladesville Women bowlers formed a Guard of Honour for Stella at her

funeral and at her request wore “something pink”. “More than three hundred people attended the funeral at Macquarie Park representing local organisations in which she had participated, not only in a sporting arena but in memorable concerts and reviews over the yearsleaving wonderful memories for her friends and family,” reflected Jill. “Stella touched many people with her bright and happy personality and was a loyal friend to all of those she loved and cared for. “Our thoughts are with Stella’s family and friends. Rest in Peace Stella.”

FLASHBACK: Stella McFarlane (left) being presented with her Minor Singles Championship trophy and badge by President and great friend Lynette Macdonald in October 2017.

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FLYSCREEN & GLASS REPAIR

0412 503 020

Security Door & Flyscreen windows. Also glass repairs, broken windows & doors, sash cords etc. All gardening work / lawn mowing, etc. SABA SCREENS 0413 770 150 Security & flyscreen doors, flyscreens, security window grilles, repair & remesh.

FURNITURE REPAIRS & CABINET MAKING TRADITIONAL FINE FURNITURE

9817 3911 0417 457 897 5 tonne excavator with hammer. Rock exc., Bobcat, Tippers. Free fill delivered. R54172 EXCAVATION AND RUBBISH REMOVAL

0405 554 855

General rip outs, Asbestos removal, demolition & tipper hire. Free Quotes

FLECK RUBBISH REMOVALS & MINI EXCAVATIONS Glen 0418 268 040 Narrow Access Excavation. Excavators from 760mm wide up to 1200mm wide. Dumper Tippers 760mm wide. Bobcats 3 Tonne Trucks. All Areas. Best Rates. Call Glen

FENCING

LOCAL FENCING 9807 2367 Quality timber, c/bond, gates, pickets, Lic 36646 pool, log walls. Free quotes PRIMO FENCING 0417 468 166 Specialist in treated pine & hardwood, A1 workmanship guaranteed ANDREW SPIES FENCING

0410 534 692

Specialises in all types of fencing. View website @ Andrew-Spies-Fencing.com FENCING INNOVATIONS

0419 447 126

All types of fencing, brick, timber, colorbond & pool. 30 yrs experience.

JASON FENCING & GATE REPAIR/INSTALL

0400 842 488

Timber and Colourbond Fencing and Gates.

ACTIVE FENCING Patrick 0400 598 403/9457 7893 Boundary, Paling & Colourbond Fencing. Also gates, picket fences & wrought iron. Ph Patrick 0400 598 403 activefencing@gmail.com KOALA FENCING

Custom made furniture and specialist repairs & restoration work. 30 years experience.

garage doors

RYDE GARAGE DOORS 9809 1965 Installation, sales & service. B & D Dealer. Call for free quote. SYDNEY WIDE GARAGE DOORS

Andy 0423 156 789 Installation, repair all type garage doors, garage motors ,sliding gates, swing gates garage remotes, spring, same day service, free quotes.

GARDENING

ABLOOM ACE GARDENING 8819 4980 Sam or Chad 0410 774 647 Restore overgrown gardens, Land & yard clearing, Trimming, Weeding, Lawnmowing, Turfing, Tree lopping, Stump Removal, Landscape, Plants, Gurney wash, Rubbish removal. Regular Maintenance, Pens Discount. Fully Insured, 7 Days, Best hourly rate. Free quotes. Call Sam or Chad a & a absolute best price 9439 8550 Jack 0411 351 161 Digging, weeding, land & yard clearing, tree lopping, trimming, pruning, restore overgrown garden. Pensioner discounts. Ring Jack NORTH RYDE GARDENING 0414 765 181 Alan 9888 5406 Your reliable gardener. Weed, dig, trim, clean, tree trim/lopping, stump grind, mow, turf, rubbish removal, maintenance, high pressure cleam. Call Alan DOWN TO EARTH GARDENING SERVICES Nick 0408 688 949 Qualified horticulturalist Specialising in garden maintenance, garden make over’s and organic vegetable gardens. Fully insured. Call Nick. JOE HANDY GARDENER

RAW ELECTRICAL

FINANCE

AL’s COMPLETE GARDEN CARE Al 0414 753 258 Qualified horticulturalist, Complete garden maintenance. Lawn mowing, hedging, fertilising, weed control, high pressure water cleaning Comm/Res/Strata Call Al

Gerard 0408 447 882 Rewiring old houses, s/board work, all install. & repairs. Call Gerard Lic 82184c

0404 454 643

Honest & reliable For all electrical & telephone needs. Call now. F/Q All job sizes. Fully insured Lic 225784c

To advertise Phone Narelle: 9807 6666

8765 8949

Martin 0412 010 212 Horizontal & Privacy Fences. Pool fences & gates. Timber & colourbond, fence repairs. call Martin 0412 010 212

EASTWOOD ELECTRICAL SERVICES

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Cliveden Finance Group Andrew 0409 526 741 Specialists in all types of finance including; • Residential property • Commercial & Industrial property • Business Loans • Vehicle & Equipment loans • Private lending • SMSF Loans WE COME TO YOU www.clivedenfinance.com.au CRN 482387 under ACL 421196

8021 9351

0416 005 291

Garden maintenance, weed, dig, tree lopp, turf, r/removal, l/scaping

ONE TOUCH GARDEN CARE & MAINTENANCE Khris 0423 518 909 For all your local gardening need’s – Mowing, hedging, pruning, mulching,weed removal & spraying & much more. Free Quote – Please Phone Khris 0423 518 909 Or email: onetouchgardencare@gmail.com ABN: 26237966477 Fully Insured.

able Gardening Andrew 0415 756 713 • 1/2 price this month • 20% Pens. Disc. Gardening, Landscaping • Turfing, Tree & Stump removal • Garden restoration, trimming & weeding • F/Q Fully Ins. Call Andrew

Anthony 0412 912 761 General Garden upkeep, Hedging, Pruning, Mowing, Planting, Cut small trees, Pressure Cleaning. Fully Insured and prefer regular local work.

Just gardens

8866 0954

Mark 0411 548 503 Is your garden overgrown. Call Mark for your garden needs.

REVIVE GARDENS

Sharon 0433 250 026 Organic Garden Care F/Q Horticulturist. Gardens Designed Mt’d installed. Full ins. Phone Sharon. AARONS ALWAYS CHEAPER GARDEN SERVICE

0406 251 150

Tree lopping, weeding, pruning, trimming, turf laying, yard clearing, rubbish removal, maintenance & high pressure cleaning. Call Michael 9872 7552.

GAS

SYDNEY LOCAL GAS SPECIALIST

0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804

Leakfinding, fixes, repairs / renewals, new connections/servicing/commissioning of room/ central heaters, fake coal/logfires, commercial kitchens, cooktops, ovens, stoves, hotwater heaters, all makes/models, Rinnai, Rheem, Pyrox, Bonair, Everdure, Electrolux Westinghouse, Chef, Miele, Smeg, Bosch, Vulcan, Dux, Jetmaster, realflame, Genesis, bayonets fitted, LP/ BBQ conversions, (carbon monoxide testing). Same day Service, reliable, professional, efficient. All work Guaranteed. 25 yrs exp. C/ Cards, Eftpos 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252C

GLASs

PALMERS GLASS 9808 1344 Windows, showerscreens, mirrors, Glass roofs, balustrading. Insurance work. GLADESVILLE GLASS SERVICE

9817 3416

9816 3055

Glass repairs Com. & Dom. • Shower screens, mirrors • All glass requirements • Free measure and quote. 278 Victoria Rd, Gladesville.

EXCELL GLASS SERVICE 9874 9555 All your glazing needs. Mirrors, tables, safety glass or repairs. 1073 Victoria Rd, West Ryde.

GET GLAZING 0420 996 778 Fast glass replacement. Free measure & quote. Call Matt

GRANNY FLATS

AT DESIGN BUILDING DEVELOPMENT

Anthony 0419

419 186

* Design - Approval - Construction * One Stop Shop - guaranteed no headaches * Member of Housing Industry Of Australia

guttering

GUTTER-SNIPE GUTTER CLEANERS

9477 5943

We clean roof gutters, no mess, local, guaranteed, insured RYDE DISTRICT GUTTER & DOWNPIPE SPECIALISTS

0418 265 530

9808 6060

n Leaking Gutters n Gutters cleaned - Downpipes & drains unblocked n New quad & box gutters n Colorbond gutters repairs - small repairs a specialty n All gutter & downpipe renewal. n Huge range of Rain Water Tanks. n Seniors Card Welcome, Visa & MasterCard n Gary Renouf Plumbing Lic 125617c GUTTER, DOWNPIPE CLEANING SPECIALIST

0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804

Local, efficient, reliable, neat & tidy, insured, on time. Gutter mesh & guard (install/replace) Leakfinding, gutters, downpipes, valleys, flashing, install & repairs whirlybird, venting, raintanks, roof & skylight leaks. 25 yrs exp, eftpos, C/Cards Accepted Lic 143252c

hairdresser

want a great haircut?

9888 5257

Come & see Joe’s Continental Barber 117 North Rd Ryde - Midway shops

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Guide

LANDSCAPING

locksmiths

Steven 0419 606 288 • All Trades • Bathroom & Kitchen Renovations • Pergola’s, decks, roofing, gyprock, & painting • All minor & major repair work • Quote this advert and get a 10% discount !!! • Call Steven www.nicholascarpentry.com.au Lic no 108119c

*NICK’S LANDSCAPING & DESIGN*

24hr Mobile Service & shop. Locks, Free Quotes, reliable service. Servicing Ryde & surrounding suburbs for over 25 yrs. Buffalo Locksmiths cnr Buffalo Road & Princes Street. Master Lic 408949295 RYDE 24 HOUR MOBILE LOCKSMITH

COMPLETE MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS Glenn 0414 717 111 All work inside/outside. Free Quotes. Pens. Disc. Will beat any quote. Glenn Lic no 301036c

SAMSON LANSCAPING

HANDYMAN

A-TACK HANDYMAN SERVICE

0413 109 820

Ethan 9858 4895 can’t bring yourself to tackle the sml jobs in the home, call A-Tack for excellence & reliability. Free quotes!

Nicholas carpentry & Handyman services

AUSMAIN PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Charlie 0412 413 077 Gyprocking, cornices, plastering, rendering, carpentry, plumbing, tiling, paint, leaking showers,rubbish removal,Demo work,repairs,electrical and all types of small & handyman jobs Call Charlie for a free quote. ausmainpm@gmail.com S.S. CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES Sam 0414 413 326 Specialising in all Building, Carpentry & Gyprocking work. Free Quotes & Pens. Disc. Ph. Sam

HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES 9808 1974 0412 210 048 Carpentry, painting, tiling, repairs, Home maint. & renovations. Reliable service. 36 yrs exp

hot water services

able landscapingAndrew 0415 756 713 • 1/2 price this month • 20% Pens. Disc. Gardening, Landscaping • Turfing, Tree & Stump removal • Garden restoration, trimming & weeding • F/Q Fully Ins. Call Andrew

0418 169 369

All types of landscaping & design. Sandstone wall / Timber Wall /Block & Retainer Walls Paving & all types of landscaping. 9891 6656 Lic 96884c

0432 474 950

& Property maintenance. Design, Construct, Maintain, Irrigation service ins. Free Quotation. samson.call@hotmail.com

Lic 208121c

LANDSCAPING GARDENING SERVICES Mick 0411 514 370 * All Gardening Needs * Yard Clearing* Turfing * Tree Lopping * Digging* Trimming * Lawn Mowing * Weeding * Paving * Retaining Walls * Rubbish Removed

TREEMENDOUS LANDSCAPES P/L 9874 2605 Paul 0407 207 672 Landscape design & construction. Member of AILDM Lic 77216c STRUCTURAL LANDSCAPING

Carl 0414 724 557 All types of structural landscaping from Design to completion. Satisfaction guaranteed. Fully Insured. Phone Carl

A LOCAL HOT WATER SPECIALIST

AARONS ALWAYS CHEAPER GARDEN SERVICE

Servicing / repairs / installs, Gas, Electric, Solar (all makes/models) Rinnai, Rheem, Bosch, Pyrox, Aquamax, Solahart, Thermann, Junkers, Bayard, Vulcan, Hocking, Everhot, Dux, Edwards, Beasley, Roomheaters Same day service, reliable, professional, efficient. All work guaranteed. 25 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Lic 143252c Eftpos 24/7 Emergencies.

Tree lopping, weeding, pruning, trimming, turf laying, yard clearing, rubbish removal, maintenance & high pressure cleaning. Call Michael 9872 7552

0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804

0406 251 150

LAWN MOWING

YOUR ONE STOP SECURITY SHOP

9809 0294

Cox’s Rd Hardware Free Call 1300 858 828 Same Day Guarantee. Free Call. Seniors DISCOUNT APPLY. Affordable & friendly service. CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE. 211 Cox’s Rd, North Ryde, (Cox’s Rd Hardware) Empire Locksmith Security.

massage

0406 038 729

Relaxing full body massage. Swedish & remedial. Ayurvedic style. Home visit. All Sydney areas.

MOBILE PHONE REPAIRS TOP MOBILE NTH ROCKS

Harry 8872

5870 9869 8611

TOP I.T. EPPING Mobile Phone/iPad/Tablet/Computer Repair

MYOB DATA ENTRY HELP WHEN NEEDED

9877 0708

All existing and new businesses. Especially the cost conscious ones!

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

0401 951 257

All types of painting, reliable, g’teed service, free quotes, pensioners discount.

Lic 149577c Reg

DARRYL’S DECOR SERVICE

Installations, repairs & sales. Electric and Lic No L985. gas hot water heaters.

JAYS MAINTENANCE PLUS Jason 0424 619 816 SERVING THE LOCAL AREA FOR OVER 10 YEARS. Lawn, hedges, tree lopping, gutters cleared. Fully Insured. Call Jason

AUSTRALIAN HOT WATER

NS LAWN CUTTING - Affordable

All work guaranteed, fully insured, free quotes. Lic 158883c

RYDE HOT WATER SERVICE

9809 4230

0412 200 939

HOT WATER SPECIALIST Est. since 1986. 13 21 13 Sales, service, installations on all brands. Est. since 1986 www.australianhotwater.com.au.

HYPNOTHERAPY

ACHIEVE NOW Gema 8065 7701 or 0403 038 832 The proven natural and struggle free solution for: *Quit Smoking and Alcohol *Weight Loss (Gastric Band Hypnosis) *Depression and Anxiety *Stress and Insomnia And other mind and emotional related issues. Highly qualified and experienced, very high success rate. Call Gema Now for a FREE consultation. www.achievenow.com.au

ironing services

IRONING 0411 155 774 Free pick up and delivery Twice daily. 6 days p/w Family owned. 24hr turn around

KITCHENS BV KITCHENS

9892 2522

0451 966 966

GRANITE MARBLE CAESAR STONE

9809 3623

Kitchen & vanity tops 100’s of colours. Est 60yrs Gladesville. www.ronbennettmarble.com.au

COMPLETE KITCHEN RENOVATIONS

9623 8818

LAWN MOWING 0421 656 420 LAWNS, EDGES, HEDGES, cut & shaped, gardening, tree lopping, gutter cleaning, rubbish removal. All house & yard maintenance. Also Pressure Cleaning. All areas Free Quotes 0421 656 420 ON TARGET Josh 0405 225 391 We are a local gardening and handyman service. All mowing, hedging, general gardening and handyman work. Fully insured. For a free quote call Josh LAWN MOWING & GARDENING SERVICES

Rob 0403 372 277 All lawn mowing & gardening needs. Pens.Discount. All areas. A CUT ABOVE THE REST. Call Rob MOWBY’S LAWN MOWING & GARDEN MAINTENANCE

0407 072 685

Reliable Service. Fully insured. Free quote. Pensioner Discount. Call Paul or email mowbysinfo@gmail.com ANC Lawns & Gardens

* Kitchens Appliances & Stone Benchtops * Free Measure, Quote & Design * Buy Direct and Save $$$ * Pensioner Discount * Over 44 years Experience www.bvkitchens.com.au

0412 448 623

Good Pensioner Discount. Free Quotes.

0418 433 307

All trades supplied only quality materials used. 25yrs exp. The man who quotes, Lic R97346. installs the job Fully insured.

0433 669 436

Lawns & Garden Maintenance. Negotiable prices, pensioner discount. Akesh 0433 669 436

LAWN MOWER REPAIRS

RYDE CITY MOWERS 9809 0329 Repairs to most brands of lawnmowers, brushcutters, chainsaws. Chain sharpening. Guaranteed service. Factory trained & qualified technicians. Local pick up & delivery available (charges apply)

THE MOWER SURGEON 0407 419 793 3 mth warranty on mower, chainsaw & line trimmer repairs & service.

Darryl 0414 885 559 nt/ext painting, 35yrs exp. PH: Darryl Brown. Lic R88748

BILLY’S PAINTING & DECORATING

0414 881 267

9878 1677

MICHAEL THE PAINTER Michael 0412 444 838 • Professional and Reliable. • All Types of Painting • All Areas • Reasonable rates • Best Quality • Cheapest Quotes • Pensioner Disc Call Michael. Lic 143593c

TESSA PAINTING & MAINTENANCE

0411 143 534

Cheapest price, best quality. We prove it. Fully guaranteed 20 years experience, free quotes Lic 164240

A-TEAM RENOVATIONS Jim 0411 696 165 STOP – Don’t Paint Before You Call Us. Professional & reliable. Prices & quality guaranteed. Call the Team you trust!! Lic 152633c Call Jim PETER PAINTING

0423 808 115

8819 2795

20 yrs exp. Work guaranteed Pensioner Lic 157468c Discount. Free Quotes RYDE PAINTING & DECORATING SERVICES

0412 944 025

Genuine local painter, Fully Insured. All types of painting, reliable, reasonable price. Free Quotes -Pensioner Discount. Lic 150743c K H FISH & SON

Victor 0413 970 249 Prof painting, specialising ornate ceilings. Free colour consultancy. All work guaranteed. F/Q Victor. Over 30 yrs experience.

Lic 77172c

FARADAY & KENT HOME PAINTING

Brett 0435 898 716 Request a quote email: info@faradaykent. com.au Fully lic & ins. 10% Seniors card discount. Ph 9816 3200

Darren 0424 845 Domestic & Commercial Professional Service, Free Quote. onpointcolour@gmail.com

188

iLic 312287c

EDGE PAINTING

Sam 0433 742 162 * Master Painters Association Member. * Dulux accredited *Specialised in repairing & repainting. Interior/exterior * Free quote, * Pensioner Discount *Quality Guaranteed.

Lic 267578c/MPA280514

SKY PAINTING

0418 605 025

9929 4966

PAINTER REQUIRES WORK

James 0405 765 631 Interior & Exterior, Small and large jobs, Pensioner Discount. Free Quotes Call Lic No 195805c James 0405 765 631

PAINT SUPPLIES

Amazing Paints North Ryde

Dominic 98886581 If it’s to with PAINTS we’ve got it covered. We have the experience and know-how to give you the best advice. With over 60 stores nationwide we have the buying power to give you the best price ! Mention this ad for a 5% Discount. Ph 98886581

pest control

FORENSIC PEST CONTROL PC

1300 360 457

The Pest Detectives All termite & general pestcontrol, sub floor ventilation & bird control. PC Lic 3433

ASPECT PAINTING & DECORATING

8812 5507

ON POINT COLOUR PAINTING

28 yrs exp. Pensioner Dis Free Quotes Member MPA Lic R96188

QUALIFIED STRESS RELIEVING

PAINTERS & DECORATORS (continued)

Lic 267578c/MPA51764336628

W Z FINE PAINTING SERVICE PTY LTD David 0450 726 188 * Reliable and professional * Guaranteed quality and price. * All types of painting * Fully Lic & Ins. * Free onsite quote. Lic No 310324c

PEST CONTROL 9449 2948 HAVE YOUR HOME PEST FREE FROM $240.00 Cockroaches, Silverfish, Webbing Spiders 40+ YRS Exp. Shore Pest Services

EL MATADOR 0433 453 789 Eco Friendly Pest Control, Pet Safe, No Odour, F/Quotes. Specialising in all kinds of pests. Lic No. 101699

photographic SKYE Photography

0431 875 644

Photoshoots • Events / Parties • Family Portraits • Videography skye-photography-sydney.com RAY WOOD PORTRAITURE

0414 843 759

Wedding, fashion, PR, etc. Viewing portfolio welcome. Regular TWT contributor.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

HUNTERS HILL PHYSIOTHERAPY & SPORTS INJURY CENTRE Stephen Casey 9816 5092 Stephen Casey. Musculoskeletal. Manip. Physiotherapist. 3/53 Gladesville Road, Hunters Hill

PLASTERING

Plastering Heritage Restoration Gino

0412 972 056

Ceilings, archways, decorative & ornate cornices & mouldings, rendering & plaster set. Crack repairs & lightplaster work. Lic R99886 Fully ins. All work g’teed. 38 yrs exp. Free quotes. Ph Gino 9747 0451

plumbers

VOTED NORTHERN DISTRICTS No 1 PLUMBERS. FREE CALL

1800 799 963

9844 5858

• $0 CALL OUT FEE • 15% Seniors Disc – Same Day Service • Blocked Drains Cleared • Free Camera Serv. • Leaking Toilets & Taps Repaired/Replaced • Hot Water Repairs, Water Leaks, Roof Leaks • 24/7 Days Emergency Service C/Card & Eftpos Maintenance King Plumbing Lic 257776c YOUR FAST LOCAL PLUMBER

0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804

Guaranteed Same Day Service. Prompt, On time, Efficient, Reliable, Honest. Blocked drains cleared. Sewer-stormwater, burst pipes, leaking showers Taps/toilets, waterproofing, water filters, hot water heater maintenance accredited repairer/ installer. Servicing (all makes / models), gas leaks, installs Repairs, connections, appliance repairs,servicing Room-Central heating, fake log/coal fires, stoves BackflowPrevention, downpipes/gutters, cappings Flashings), lead, Roof repairs (metal/ asbestos/Tile / slate) Skylights, leaks / fixes. No job too big or small. All work guaranteed. 25 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos 24/7 emergencies. Lic. 143252c

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PLUMBERS (continued)

1800 889 440

T N T PLUMBING SERVICES

0431 856 091

• Free Call Out • Blocked Drains Cleared - Same Day Service • Bathroom / Laundry Renovations • Hot Water repairs / replacement • Leaking Tap / Toilets repairs • Gas Fitting / repairs • Stormwater / roof leaks • 15% Seniors Discount • 24/7 Service • Eftpos Welcome Lic 257776c

domestic plumbing

0416 274 249

leaky pipes & roofs, dripping taps, blocked drains, gas leaks or connections, running cisterns. I can fix it. C. Parker Plumbing 30 yrs in business. 24hrs 7 day emerg. calls. Master Plumber Gold lic. L1376

COTTAGE & DOMESTIC MAINTENANCE

0414 808 809

Phillip Draper West Ryde

9808 3020 Lic 3906

GLADESVILLE PLUMBING SERVICES

9817 4777

0413 402 599

For all your plumbing needs. Free Quotes. 24hr/7days. Emerg. serv. Visa/Master/Eftpos. Lic 168655C

GL PLUMBING SERVICES

0412 055 000

Prompt reliable service Leaking taps & toilets, Natural & LP gas fitter, blocked sewers cleared. 20 yrs exp. Lic 82735c CMF PLUMBING

0411 232 629

9808 4220

• Plumbing, draining, roofing, gas fitting • Maintenance specialist • Jet blaster & Lic 117469c CCTV • No job too small PROTECH PLUMBING

0418 971 587

• 24 Hrs Emergency Service • Blocked Drains Cleared • Water Leaks. Leaking Toilets • Real Estate Strata Work • Pensioner Discount. All Areas.

1300 827 000 TAP RESCUE We repair, supply, install direct to you TAPS, TOILETS, Hot Water Systems, Water Filters and more. NO CALL OUT FEE! Lic 40572c RADAR PLUMBING

Tim 0402 990 602 *Free Quotes - 24/7 Emergency Work *Blocked sewers – Hot Water – Tap repairs *Surface cleaning – Trade price checks Lic 40572c RYDE SEWERFIX

9809 4230

0412 200 939

Clearing and replacement of sewer and stormwater pipes. 50 years local experience. Lic L985

FRANK DRAPER SEWER REPAIRS & REPLACEMENTS

0438 065 852

Free Quotes, High Pressure Water Jetter Service. - Ryde Lic 181690c P H PLUMBING & HANDYMAN SERVICES

Peter 0498 181 354 * Water Jetter Drain Cleaner * CCTV * All plumbing needs except Gas * Ryde Local Lic 258239c

M.K.E. PLUMBING & GAS

0419 250 761

9868 4830

Hot water, leaky taps & toilets. gas fittings & emerge. serv etc. Marsfield Lic 178124c PAUL RUFF & SON PLUMBING

Est. Locally 1981

0418 961 406 Lic 3792

BLOCKED DRAINS & SEWER SPECIALIST

9638 1398

0419 409 130

All general plumbing including gas. (24hr Emergency Service) No job too sml. Free quotes. STEMBRIDGE PLUMBING. Lic. 9880 Mastercard & Visa welcome. L.C. POOLE & CO.

9809 4230

0412 200 939

Blocked drains cleared, Hot water heaters, taps + cistern repaired, RINNAI Portable room heaters serviced. Lic 985

S.A.PLUMBING SERVICES FREE CAMERA SERVICE WITH EVERY BLOCKED DRAIN

0416 297 555

9809 7555

All suburbs • electric eel • leaking taps • hot water • water • roof guttering • gas fitting • leaking toilets • blocked drain • home renovations • real estate strata. • 7 days a week friendly sevice.

lic L 10575

RYDE DISTRICT PLUMBING SPECIALISTS

Guide

roofING (continued)

LOCAL SYDNEY ROOF SPECIALIST

0418 265 530 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 ■ Leaking taps & toilets - repair & renewal ■ All blocked sewer drains ■ All blocked stormwater drains ■ Electric eel & diagnostic drain camera ■ High pressure water jetting service ■ Plumbing for home renovations ■ Leaking hot water heaters gas & electric ■ Gasfitting - Oven, cook top & BBQ installations ■ Extra Gas bayonet points for the home ■ Seniors Card welcome ■ 24hrs/7 days emergency Gary Renouf Plumbing Visa, M/Card, B/Card T2

Lic. 125617c

POOL SERVICE

9807 3600

One stop internet shop • Mineral Chlorinators • All brands Automatic pool cleaners • Regular Pool Cleans, Chlorinators • Pumps Filters, Free Home Deliveries 397 Blaxland Road, Ryde/Denistone East

Psychologists &

Relationship Counsellors Life Resolutions Ryde

roof painting AARON’S ROOFING

0410 322 681

9871 0313

High pressure cleaning. All roof repairs & colour 20% off. F/Q Pens Disc.

SKY ROOF PAINTING

PARAMOUNT POOL CENTRE

Leakfinding/Repairs(tiles,metal,slate)shingals/skylights, asbestos , copper, Waterproofing , Lead, Flashings, cappings, ridgepointing, rebedding, Chimney’s, Stormwater Drains Cleared, relayed, Diverted, fixed. (Gutter’s/Downpipes) renewal, cleaning, whirlybirds. Same day service – reliable, professional, efficient. All work guaranteed. 25 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Lic 143252c Eftpos 24/7 Emergencies

1300 739 531

• Anxiety, Depression, Complex problems • Addictions, Trauma, Parenting • Children, Teens, Adults, Couples, Families After Hours and Saturdays available. Bookings within a few days. 6 practitioners (incl. Workcover approved) Suite 9, 227 Morrison Rd, Ryde www.liferesolutions.com.au/ryde

REFRIGERATOR REPAIRS

0418 605 025

9929 4966

Water blasting & re-spraying 28 yrs exp Pen Dis Free Quotes Member MPA PETER PAINTING

0423 808 115

8819 2795

High pressure clean & painting. Free quotes. 20% off quoted price. Work Guaranteed. Lic 157468c

roof repairs

BOB THE ROOFER 0418 677 188 Leak Detection. All roof & gutter repairs guaranteed. 35yrs Exp. C/Cards OK. Lic 123259C

rubbish removals AUSSIE BATTLER.

0413 115 450

Brian 9858 2846 20yrs exp all areas, rubbish, gard’, pruning & odd jobs. F/Q, same day service 8 days/ week. Brian NO TEXTING. FLECK RUBBISH REMOVAL

RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 9807 9828 Repairs all fridges/seal washers, dryers, dishwashers. 7 days.

Glen 0418 268 040 • All Areas • 24/7 • Free Quotes • Excavator for hire • Domestic/Commercial • Good Rates • All types of waste • Senior Disc. Call Glen. CHEAPEST PRICE RUBBISH REMOVAL

Garry 0416 295 790 * Residence * Office * Factories * Garden Waste * Large or Small 0447 760 652 ** Household Deceased Estates * 7 Days * Sen. Disc Fridge & Freezer Repairs, Free Quotes, all 25 Years Exp. “We’ll Save You” makes & models, all areas. Call Danny now Ph. 8294 5725 AAA COMPLETE RUBBISH REMOVALS REFRIGERATION

0416 099 599

REMOVALISTS

RYDE REMOVALS & STORAGE

9809 4535

0418 230 671

Local, country & interstate 6 ton trucks. Free quotes.

ACORN FURNITURE REMOVALS.

9988 0775

0418 216 328

Professional *Reliable *Caring Local, country & interstate No job too small Free quotes. AB HOME REMOVAL

0431 995 369

9745 5772

Excellent Service. No job too big or small. Local and interstate. $80 per hour.

RESTORATION HIGHVIEW ROOFING

Robbie 0414 090 798 * Gutter Repair * Gutter Cleaning * Leaking Gutters * Colourbond Box Gutters * Roof Repairs * Roof Leaks & Restoration Call Robbie for a Free Quote. Lic 15723719c

roofing

J & M SCHALK.

9878 4483

0408 642 056

Roof repairs. Metal, tile & leaking roof Lic R91302. replacing valleys, F/Q,

AAA ACTIVE ROOFING

0404 397 198

9809 2536

8677 4141

9613 7774

• All Types of Rubbish – Good Rates • Property Maintenance • Commercial / Domestic Same Day Service • All Areas 24/7 Free Quotes. A CHEAP TRUCK LOAD OF RUBBISH

9898 0774

0412 828 529

From $30m3 Same day service. * All types of Rubbish Removal * Domestic & commercial. * ALL AREAS 24/7 * CHEAPER THAN SKIP-BINS. DECEASED ESTATES / GARAGE CLEAN OUTS.

safety rails

SAFETY RAILS BY RAILS 2U

Les 0439 967 102 Make your home safer by installing internal and external rails by experienced installer. Can supply and install large range of rail sizes, no long waiting lists. No job too small. Senior Discounts. NDIS Approved Provider. Ph Les

SECURITY & ALARMS

PELSEC SECURITY Chris 0411 369 046 Free Quotes Sydney-Wide Domestic and Commercial Alarms, CCTV, Intercoms, Ducted vaccums, Phone, Data, Television. Lic No. 00100331 Honest and reliable.

SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS

0401 802 752

All roof restore & repair 30% off. Pressure Mal Bruce Old Fashioned Home service Lic 133762c given. 50 years exp. with all brands. cleaning. F/Q

SKIP BINS

sam’s roofing P/L Sam 0416 178 058 PAYLESS MINI SKIPS All metal roofing & guttering, no job too small 33yrs exp. Ph Sam for quote. Lic 215152c 0402 844 744 George 0415 224 460

Top ryde top roofing

0410 322 681

9871 0313

• High pressure cleaning • All roof repairs & painting F/Q. • Dulux Colour. • Pens Disc

Lic 136874c

2-3-4m. Fast reliable service, specialising in small drives. Call George CALL-A-BIN

0412 606 222

Brian 9802 2616 2m, 3m, 4m, 6m & 9m bins. Local services. Best price. Call Brian

SOLAR INSTALLATIONS MPV SOLAR

9817 0333

Reduce youre electricity bills. First Class advice, equipment and workmanship. 20 years in the RYDE Area. mpvgroup.com.au Lic 67862c

solicitors

OSBORNE HOWELL

9807 3222

Over 50 years in RYDE. Shop 6, 43-49 Blaxland Road, Ryde (Entry via Argyle Ave) Wills, Estates, Probate, Conveyancing, Family Law, Commercial Leases, Sale of Business.

LEVY PARTNERS 9809 1533 Trusted since 1957 4a Church St, Ryde LEES & GIVNEY LAWYERS

9816 1122

Established 1983 Accredited Specialist: Family Law and Wills, Estate Law; Conveyancing, Enduring Power of Attorney. Home visits available. 243 Victoria Road, Gladesville

STONEMASON

Iconic Stone Monumental Stonemason

Claudio 0421 276 113 Restoration of new or old stone builds, Front fences, retaining walls, sea walls, Tuck pointing. Claudio: 042 1276 113

stove repairs

RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 9807 9828 Repairs all stoves & ovens. 7 days / fast service

surveyor

ATS LAND SURVEYORS

9808 6854

Suite 3, 75 Rydedale Rd, West Ryde, ats1@atssurveyors.com.au

swimming

CARLILE SWIMMING 9808 3199 Enquiries 0417 477 733 Leaders in Learn-to-Swim and Swim Coaching for 45 years at Ryde. Year round Tuition at all levels in warm (34c) state of the art indoor pools. • Learn to Swim. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and elementary at 16 Cross Street Ryde. • Style Correction for school competition in graded classes at Ryde Aquatic Centre

TELEPHONE INSTALLATIONS

TELEPHONE INSTALLATION

Telephone & data cabling AGILE CONNECTIONS

0412 114 146 0411 540 540

DATA, INTERNET & telephone connections.www.agileconnections.com Ph 0411 540 540

TENNIS LESSONS

AWP tennis 0450 833 099 * Tennis Australia Qualified Coach * Two generations of coaching experience * Boutique court and clubhouse * Exclusive lessons for ladies clinics,semi private & privates *.All ages welcome GREAT RATES

TILES/TILING

ACCLAIM TILING SERVICES

Gaby 0404 032 426 Specilaising in bathroom renos & all types of wall & floor tiling. Call Gaby Lic 251461c Innovative Tiling Floor & Wall Tiling

0407 442 288

• All Wall And Floor Tiling Interior & Exterior • Waterproofing Interior & Exterior • Kitchen & Laundry splash backs • Bathroom, Pools & Laundry Renovations • Leaking Shower Repairs • Stack Stone & Natural Stones • Professional Friendly Advice • Special Price For Pensioners • Free Measure & Detailed Quote • We Do It Right The First Time. Call Raymond 0407 442 288 Lic Number 202336c

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TILES/TILING (continued) SAM THE TILING MAN

9832 9837

tree lopping (continued) A.J’S TREELOPPING & RUBBISH REMOVAL

0413 072 621

Small tiling jobs only Lab & Mats under $1000 40 yr exp Lic No. 68534C

Quick, reliable, fully insured, free quote, pens. disc. Extra services incl. stump grinding, garden main, small concrete jobs, etc.

SYDNEY’S BEST PRICE & QUALITY

Jun 0420 743 123 Fully insured & experienced. Work guaranLic 256410c teed. 0420 743 123

CHIPFAST

9874 2229

WALL & FLOOR TILING Key 0435 617 567 All types of tiling. Bathroom/kitchen & laundry. Repair walls & floors. Create new areas. Call Key :0435 617 567

AT YOUR TREE SERVICE

0415 124 794

9858 2874

Nick 0412 667 770 Set up of Plasma/LCD, Home theatre, DVD, Hi-Fi. Pens disc. Technician with 40yrs exp. Call Nick.

0415 756 713

1/2 price this month, 20% Pens. Disc. All aspects of tree and stump removal. Qualified Arborist F/Q Fully Ins. Call Andrew

TUITION

MATHEMATICS

Jo-Anne 0401 914 269 Yr 4-12 Ext 1 & 2. Very experienced teacher & tutor. Call Jo-Anne

weddings

TV REPAIRS

RAY WOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

EXCELLENCE ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE

0412 566 100

9807 2772

NO STREAKS WINDOW CLEANING, 9808 6773 Eugene 0415 258 454 Prompt, friendly, reliable service, F/Q, fully ins. Eugene

WEST RYDE TV & DIGITAL BOX SET UP

9804 6954

DVD, home theatre, plasma TV Antenna, install & repairs 35 yrs exp. Pen Disc.

SPIC AND SPAN WINDOW CLEANING Greg 0411 055 476 Also soft house wash. Greg: H/ pressure cleaning. Sydney Water exempt.

STARLITE ANTENNAS GOV. APPROVED

9802 7700

OUTLOOK GLASS WINDOW CLEANING

Repairs, Extra Outlets. Digital Upgrades. All Work Guaranteed

9874 2815

David 0412 667 525 Pressure clean/softwash. Fully Qualified. Fully Insured 20 yrs exp. Call David

To advertise Phone Narelle:

AMORS VENETIAN BLIND LAUNDRY

0414 843 759

WINDOW CLEANING

• Install, DVD, Setup box Foxtel/Optus • Get your DIGITAL Ready • All TV, DVD, Hi-Fi, Microwave, Vacuum, Antenna • Owner operated for 20 years

VENETIAN BLINDS

BANKSIA ARBORCARE 0412 181 075 Chris 1800 181 075 Fine pruning to large tree & stump removal. Safe & clean, job guaranteed. Member of NAAA. Qualified Arborist, Tree Surgeon & Horticulturist. Quick & reliable. Ph Chris Toll Free www.banksia-arborcare.com.au

Large tree removal. Safe, efficient, affordable. Insured & qualified arborist. www.treecutting.com.au

0423 623 777

PROFESSIONAL WATERPROOFING Jerry 0412 153 000 * Bathrooms * Balconies * Planter boxes. * Specialising in Stop Leaks. * Reliable & Fully Insured Lic No. 135415c

TV, AUDIO INSTALLATIONS

0414 897 236

able tree service

Tree pruning and removal, stump grinding. Fully ins. Free Quotes. Qual Aborist. Family business.

waterproofing

TV, DVD & AUDIO INSTALLS

THE TREE CUTTING COMPANY

9873 4442

tree lopping

vices

9832 3573

Local Business. All aspects of Tree Work. Fully Insured. Free Quotes. W: www.atyourtreeservice.com.au E: atyourtreeservice@gmail.com

NETWORK TOWING Ed 0417 294 856 24/7 Accident Assist. Cash paid for old cars. Affordable, quality service. Call Ed.

0404 162 752

0417 227 622

all aspects of tree work, fully insured, qualified arborist, free quotes, wholesale garden mulch.

towing

VIC’S TREE CUTTING

0412 933 031

Guide

9807 6666

8765 1733

Gentle pressure clean, wax finish, re-cond. of all makes, free wash with all full reps. Same day serv. Meas & quote on venet, vertical & Holland. Gladesville.

YOGA

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NIRVANA SCHOOL OF YOGA - RYDE

RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 9807 9828 Repairs all washers, dryers, fridges/seal, dishwashers. 7 days.

9809 5618

Stress relieving, recuperative Strengthen, relax. Suit all body types. vifb–nirvana@optusnet.com.au

Trades & Services 9807 6666 9807 6666

glass services

roofing

rubbish removal RUBBISH REMOVAL

GLASS SERVICES

shutters

RUBBISH REMOVAL • • • • • •

FREE QUOTES Trees Lopped Yards Cleaned Demolition Work Stumps Removed Factory & Ofﬁce Stripouts

Specialising in roof repairs. Slate tile, iron guttering chimneys etc.

FAST EDDY’S

PH: 9550 2046 MOB: 0418 486 665

Lic No R60555

fasteddysrubbishremovals@bigpond.com www.fasteddysservices.com

Credit cards welcome

WE LOAD, YOU RELAX

ationLandscaping

9798 7075 or 9799 2158

Plumbing

Retaining Wall

Paving

Stepping stones

Turf

Huss 0414931795

Mulch and pebbles

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13 Soccer Registrations

New Members Welcome!

GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN? New Players Welcome

Your Local Tradesman

High Quality Domestic & Commercial Painting & Decorating

in 2012 including 13 women’s teams! ’s to All Age, Over 35’s, Over 45’s & Super League.

alue participation, fair play and fun. m to provide development opportunities for all our players.

WEST RYDE ROVERS SOCCER

2013 Online Registrations now open!

Phone: ASHLEIGH - 0418 454 046

Registration Dates

turday 2nd February 9am – 3pm or unday 3rd February 9am – 1pm wbank Park (Adelaide St. entrance)

Teams from Under 7’s to Over 35’s Competition runs on Sundays Club shorts and socks included in all registrations

Tel: 9809 4992 Fax: 9809 5132 Want to know more? Check our website for details avpainters@ozemail.com.au

www.avpainters.com.au

FREE TRAINING BALL For Under 6’s and 7’s

s and socks included in all registrations

Want to know more?

THIS MONTH

No hidden costs | All work guaranteed Fast same day service | Friendly employees

Lic. No. 4461C

EST RYDE ROVERS

% 0 3 OFF

FREE QUOTES

n Laing is presented with a framed women’s jersey by Rovers’ Life Member Karen Harrison.

www.westryderovers.asn.au

Registration Dates

Saturday 2nd February 9am – 3pm or

0401 805 534

7 years in the industry.

ABLE TREE SERVICE

RELIABLE & QUALITY SERVICE

Expert Gardening and Landscaping

Call Cameron for a Based in North Ryde, free quote Owner/Operator with over

TREE SERVICES

PIP’N HOT PLUMBING • CCTV pipe inspection • Blocked drains / Jets blasting • Drainage renewals • Gas installations • Roof & Gutters • Leaking taps and toilets • Burst pipes • Renovations •New construction • Hot water heats

Plantation Shutters, Roller Blinds, Verticals, Venetian and Panel Glides.

Lic No. 235159C

* All aspects of Tree Work & Stump Removal * Qualified Aborist * Free Quotes - Fully Insured * 20% Pensioner Discount

Andrew: 0415 756 713

Specialising in

•Heritage &

Ornate Ceilings •Water-Damaged Ceilings •Insurance Work

Is a community orchestra with professional leadership. The orchestra is currently seeking musicians to be part of the orchestra. If you play an instrument, string, brass, wind or percussion and would like to play in our orchestra please contact us on:

info@rhhso.org.au submit an audition form online

www.rhhso.org.au/auditions/ Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings in North Ryde in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere As a guide to the level of standard, we are seeking musicians with at least a Grade 7 AMEB in orchestral instrument – ages 16 - 76

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FOR SALE EAF Blower for fast job quality strong light good value $35 Ph 0425 370 022 VACUUM Cleaner bagless vgc super power quality and good value $45 Ph 0425 370 022 HALL Table semi oval very beautiful mahogany $75 also a long with 2 draws $45 Ph 0425 370 022 FURNITURE 2 Bedside and 2 tallboy 3 draws all quality classy and real bargains Ph 0425 370 022 CHAIRS 4 Dining room very special beautiful carved wood salmon colour $100.00 ono Ph 0425 370 022 BARBER Chair new Wella classic hydralic lifter great value best for home hair dresser $125 ono Ph 0425 370 022

CRYSTAL and Tableware collection quality and beautiful items all real bargains to see Ph 0425 370 022 MIXMASTER Kenwood Chef not used much reliable and good value $95 Ph 0425 370 022 DECK Chairs 4 elegant corner display cabinet white from USA Ph 9816 2634 TABLE Formica top 47”x28” folding legs easy storage $20 Ph 9874 6476 TAPE Cassettes for recording 10 for $3 Ph 9888 5051 MATTRESS Single bed new $40.00 playstation one with two games $40.00 motorbike boots gloves helmet new $100.00 Ph 0416 200 211 NUMBERING Machine auto up to 5 repeats as new self inked $10 Ph 9888 5051

DEATH NOTICE

MOWER Rover Briggs and Stratton motor alloy chassis plus spare catcher a reliable friend $65 Ph 9874 6476 SHOWER Head interbath raindrop hi-lo new in packet $10 raynor shower head new sealed $15 Ph 9888 5051 FRIDGE Upright commercial 2 glass doors capacity 950L good working cond $700 ono Ph 0408 408 277 ACROROC 6 Cups with saucers new in sealed packet frosty glass Made in France $12 ono Ph 9888 5051 MIRROR 79cmx61cm wooden backed suitable for h anging $15 Ph 9874 6476 SEARCHING For old National Geographic magazines or truck and bus for cccollector not dealer Ph 0412 209 605 WOBCO Blue porcelain Japan made figurine man pushing wheelbarrow $8 ono Ph 9888 5051

Greta’s Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday 31 January 2018 commencing at 1.30pm at the Northern Suburbs Crematorium East Chapel.

REST IN PEACE

JEANS Denim Wrangler blue (2) brand new still in original package sizes 29” and 30” slim fit $15 each Ph 0448 307 561 KEYBOARD Casio CTK 591 with microphone keyboard stand caralogue music books exc cond $120 Ph 0448 307 561 TROUT Fly’s assorted 60 cents each or 25 dollars for 50 also saltwater fly’s 3 to 4 dollars each Ph 0409 669 818

FREEBIES LEAFMULCH/WOODCHIP delivered locally. Full loads only approx 10m cubed. Call Paul during Business Hours only Ph 0412 678 735 GRASS Catcher suit Rover or Victa mower Ph 9874 6476

GARDEN Taps brass Australian made $6 ea 5 for $20 Ph 9874 6476

GARAGE SALE

GARDEN Pot large stucco finish complete with flapjack plants $30 Ph 9874 6476

Passed away peacefully on 19 January 2018.

TREADMILL Electric variable speed avanti(i) brand with accessories in exc cond $150 Ph 0448 307 561

PONY Tail plants advanced in cement pots three only $75 the lot Ph 9874 6476

GREEK Bottle opener vintage collectible $8 shoe souvenir red vintage $12 Ph 9888 5051

Greta MASTON OAM

TABLECLOTHS Italian with matching napkins setting for six and eight still in original packing beautiful designs $40 each Ph 0424 466 755

SHOWER Head flexisray hirise new in packet $20 interbath rainmaker shower head new $10 Ph 9888 5051 OIL Painting original San Francisco blue pastel 39cm by 29cm $20 Ph 9888 5051 CORDLESS Landline telephone new CR2000 in packet never opened $12 Ph 9888 5051 JAR Ecoya mini botanic oriental lily and jasmine patchouli $8 home decor wick oil burner $2 Ph 9888 5051 CHAIRS Timber stackable ideal for bbq area very good cond 10 for $30 Ph 0401 161 309 FRIDGE Westinghouse frost free 180Ltr working well model RJ182T-02 $70 ah Ph 9809 4227 MOWER Hand push plus catcher brand new $80.00 Ph 0422 503 179

RYDE 830 Victoria Road, Saturday & Sunday Feb 3 & 4 from 8am. MOVING SALE. Antiques, furniture, power tools, childrens toys, bed, ladies gym wear, clothes, pot plants and more. ERMINGTON 2b Griffiths Street. Moving Sale. All must go by February 10. Tools, appliances, furniture etc. Ph 0408 673 098

TUITION PIANO LESSONS RYDE All ages welcome. AMEB exam preparation. Reasonable rates. Ph. 0403 279 428

WANTED TO BUY STAMPS Australian pre decimal stamps wanted Kangaroos King George V definitives cash paid on the spot Ph 0418 967 577

WORK WANTED FANTASTIC CLEANING* Thorough, regular, reliable, home/office* Ironing* Experienced Honest Lady * Good Refs* Free Quotes Ph 0421 180 466

OBITUARIES NSW). Aged 71 years. BAKER John Richard - Passed away January 22. Aged 85 years. McMAHON June Anne - Passed away January 19. Late of Brian King Gardens, Castle Hill. Aged 89 CONATY John “Jack” passed away 25th January. years. Late of Ryde. Aged 83 years. MOGAN Mary Margaret - Passed away January 26. HEDDLE Audrey - Passed away January 16. Aged Late of Lane Cove. Formerly of Tenterfield. Aged 71 84 years. years. KEITH “Gloria” - Passed away January 25. Late of NIX Barry Graeme - Passed away January 15. Aged Ryde. Aged 93 years. 88 years. McDERMOTT Prudence (nee Clampitt Wotton) ROSER Margaret Ann - Passed away January 26. Passed away January 20. Aged 100 years. SAUNDERS Joan Constance - Passed away January McLEAN (nee Maree Catherine - Passed This coupon to beCullen) used only for those advertslisted below, $2.20 will guarantee next 21. Late for of Lane Cove. is Aged 96 years. away January 26. Late ofpublished Gladesville. (BornofYoung edition, FREE adverts will be in order receipt.DEADLINE all adverts 5pm Monday’s. No multiplebookingswill be acceptedon coupons.No Trading Corner Adverts accepted by phone, fax or email. DO NOT SEND COINS IN POST .

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Concord Hospital’s Alice Kang wins Citizen of the Year award CONCORD Hospital’s Director of Marketing and Community Relations Alice Kang was named the City of Canada Bay’s Citizen Of The Year last Friday.

A former nurse, Alice Kang (pictured with City Of Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas) has served the hospital for more than 40 years and also serves as Executive Officer to the Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway Rosebank Catholic College student and environmental enthusiast James King was named as Young Citizen Of The Year and the

Sports Citizen Of The Year was collectively received by the Abbotsford Juniors Football Club U/18s who won the Canterbury District Division 1 Championship and Football NSW Champion of Champions Tournament. The City of Canada Arts And Culture Award was presented to Concord Garden Club for service to local history and heritage.

Inner West Citizens of the Year Awards

Dennis Laris of Ashfield and Sylvana Mahmic of Marrickville are the joint Inner West Council Citizens of the Year. The Senior Citizen of the Year is Jan Muller, a volunteer for Newtown Neighbourhood Centre. Logan Lee Tuaru, an Ashfield Boys High School Captain who is an active volunteer and mentor, is Inner West Council Young Citizen of the Year.

POLICE NEWS AN ALLEGED drunk driver was arrested by police after an accident in Hunters Hill last Saturday.

Police report the accident at the corner of Mark Street and Ryde Road occured around 12.45 am when the driver’s car hit a power pole. Police allege the driver - a 19-year-old man from Hunters Hill - was found sitting in the driver’s seat and there was extensive damage to the front of the vehicle. “Police officers observed that there was a red stop sign that was protruding from the front of the vehicle,” a police report said. “Police approached the driver’s window of the vehicle and could detect a strong smell of intoxicating liquor emanating from the vehicle.” The man was on a learner driver’s licence and was not displaying L plates. He was breath tested to a breath tested and returned a reading of 0.152. He was later charged with High Range PCA, Learner No Accompanied By Driver, Negligent Driving and Not Display L Plates and he is due to appear in Burwood Local Court on March 12. *** A DRUG BUST was made by RYDE Local Area Command Police in Cherrybrook around 6pm on Tuesday. A police search of an allegedly abusive man in his early twenties is reported to have found a large resealable bag containing what is

believed to be Cannabis, two sachets containing a white powdery substance which police believe to be an illicit drug. ten 50 mg capsules packaged displaying the name’Tremadol’, a single white tablet stamped CN2, which Police believe to be an illicit substance, two pairs of scissors and a Stanley knife. Further investigation will continue in relation to the white powder, tablet and other medication and the man is expected to be charged at a later date in relation to Possess Prohibited Drug, Resist Arrest and Custody Of A Knife In A Public Place. It is further alleged that when the man was informed that he was under arrest he resisted and a struggle ensued before being arrested and handcuffed. **** THREE suspected burglars were arrested in West Ryde last Saturday. Police report the arrests were made around 2pm after a 46 year old man allegedly tried to force entry into a premises on Victoria Road, West Ryde. A 39 year old man then illegally forced entry into the rear of the premises before police were alerted to the incident and the dog squad unit arrived a short time later and found the three suspects walking near the premises. They were arrested and taken to Ryde Police Station where they were charged with Aggravated Break and Enter and are due to appear in Burwood Local Court in February.

EMPLOYMENT

MAINTENANCE POSITION A Casual Maintenance Position is available at Lane Cove Bowling & Recreation Club. Applicant must have a strong knowledge of Club maintenance and procedures. To apply contact Simon Cole on 9428 4325 Employer Relations Manager or send email to simecole@gmail.com

PUBLIC NOTICE

info@rhhso.org.au submit an audition form online

ADULTS OR CHILDREN

REqUIRED

fOR NEwSpApER DELIvERIES EvERy wEDNESDAy RYDE WEST RYDE EAST RYDE NORTH RYDE GLADESVILLE HUNTERS HILL WOOLWICH For further details phone Narelle

9807 6666

or email to contactus@weeklytimes.com.au

30 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 31 January, 2018

Gladesville Women

Tue Jan 23 Trophy Day Bowler of the Day Robyn Eagles Winners C Stock F Bosward d R Ellis K Russell, K Dare R Eagles J Jones d E Craven A Hyem S Hardacre, J Forster B Paterson d K Ruser E Meagher Raffle Robyn Eagles JILL FORSTER

Brush Park Women

Jan 23 Minor Singles Rd 2 Semi Finals P Dick d C Minogue, A Mahony d M Armstrong Social Pairs C Dixon P Warwick d P MacClean M Dewhirst, C Whitelock C Jackson C Cupitt d B McGrath M Campbell J De Vries Social Fours J Higgins J Roddy J Leek F Langdon d P Bedford R Holman P Orr F Domanko, J Brannagan A Ross E Bell M Pollard d J Brannagan M Farrell P Nealon J McCreadie Happy Australia Day to you and your staff members. MARIE DEWHIRST

Ryde X Phoenix Women

Tue Jan 23 Social T Little R Isaacs M Stansfield d B Reynolds H Simmons A Cusack, A Isaacs B Smith d M Caldwell J Tumminello BETTY SMITH

North Ryde RSL Women

Tue Jan 23 Quarter Final Club Pairs C/ship Rk 1 S Leabeater I Hitchens d P Ferris B McClintock 25/14 Rk 2 J Auberson J Bax d A Richardson C Candrick 19/17 Social Winning Rk 4 J Fahey J,Hope E Marsden d C Briggs J Venn M Burkett 19/16 Rk 6 P Saunders L Humphreys S Beram d K Sheehy B Venn A Alvar 24/10 Thu Jan 25 Social Winning Rk 4 K Sheehy P Lavery J Venn d B Venn J Hope D Fenelon 27/16 Rk 6 P Saunders P Stewart J Bax d K Jacobson L Humphreys A Richardson 22/11 Sat Feb 3 District Mixed Pairs at Beecroft Feb 20 Pennants commence for Gde 1and 3 Pennants Practice Thu Feb 8 and 15 for both grades All players are expected to participate. Our Fashion Parade is coming up soon Mon Mar 5 please contact June Bax with money and names J Hope

North Epping Women

Tue Jan 23 Club Major Singles R Delves d M Lloyd 25/18 G Tucker d L Finnigan 25/5 M Gardiner d L Pierens 25/22 Social L Walsh J Havron M Phipps d L Walsh L Watford T Hilder 16/13 SUE ARCHIBALD

Hunters Hill Women

Tue Jan 23 Social Pairs E Wilton P Gore d J Maclaine J

Castaldi, J Beale K Saggers d J Lloyd J McBride, J Cutler A Dale d V Wahlquist G Guice. Tue Feb 20 Pennants commence District Level BJ

Putney Tennyson Men

Sat Jan 20 F Cornelis C Dale JCunningham d F Cornelis M Cadby R Marrins 15/14 C Sheehy D Walker d P Brown I Purcell 19/14 G Butt J Elloit d P Smith R Rees 20/13 P Dobie R Rust d B Jasprizza J Mc Connell 23/16 K Gleeson K Lake d K Wooden P Harris 21/13 Raffle G Butt C Dale D Vinton Reminder that from Jan 25 our both our greens are out of action for two weeks and those wishing to play bowls at any of our other local clubs please contact their bowls office at Denistone Sports, NRSL, Gladesville, Ryde X for Wednesday’s and the same for Saturday’s including Hunters Hill who also play on Thursday. Please check if Mufti or Bowls attire for these Clubs and starting times, contact Hunters Hill 98173324 by 12 noon Sat & Thu 1pm North Ryde RSL 98887588 Wed & Sat Gladesville B&SC 98161773 by 11.30 Wed & Sat Ryde X 98091140 Wed & Sat 1pm Denistone Sports Wed 10.30 and Sat 12.30-1pm WEDNESDAY 24 Jan B. Prentice, K. Beatty, S. Hon d J. Brownlow, M. McVicar, P. Joint 19 / 18 K. Lake, P. Harris d K. Jennings D. Brown 22 / 15 C. Dale, J. Mc Connell d J. Elliott, D. Walker 25 / 16 B. Lancett, S. Crowhurst d K. Wooden. B. Robins 31 / 18 R. Rees, I. Purcell, R. marrins d K. Glesson, B. Jasprizza, L.Ager 40 / 14 SATURDAY 27th Jan Played at Hunters Hill Club K. wooden, B. Prentice, J. Cunningham d P. Langwell, J. Lowe, I.Ross 25 / 20 R. Mitchell, J. juniper, R. Hopwood d C. Dale, G. Butt, J. McConnell 26 / 20 K. Glesson, A. Long d R. Rust, R. Rose 19 / 17 M. Cadby, I. Purcell, A. Heyes d K.Andrews, J. Hanna, R. Marrins 22 / 19. JOCK CUNNINGHAM

Hunters Hill Men

Following committee meeting we are still looking for another member to join the committee and also someone to join as a Selector. Please consider, would be greatly appreciated. Sat Social R Bauer J Juniper d R Smith J Lowe 21/20 M Shaw R Hopwood R Rose d O Vandoros R Schilling J McDonald 25/23 D Hanrahan K Stuart G Stuart d K Uyeda P Langwill I Ross 22/19 Thu Social R Mitchell M Shaw G Thongsophon d J Beale K Stewart J Hirst 23/13 Australia Day Tournament 1st R Schilling J Mc Donald R Rose 4 wins $500 2nd Brendan Conway team (Hills) 3 wins + 46 $200 3rd D Hanrahan K Stuart G Stuart 3 wins +

Bowling Round-up 44 $100 Sat Social K Gleeson A Long d R Rust R Rose 19/17 M Cardby I Purcell A Heyes d K Andrews J Hanna R K Wooden B Prentice J Cunningham d P Langwill J Lowe I Ross 25/20 D Treseder O Vandoros P Nightingale d M Shaw S Crowhurst G Stuart 26/25 R Mitchell J Juniper R Hopwood d C Dale G Butt J Mc Connell 26/20 Thu Social No cards available! Pennant Trial V Putney next Sat PETER JACKSON

North Epping Men

Wed Jan 24 Club T Cooke G Giudice G Stace d J Taylor A Robinson W Fletcher 23/13K Avis D Byron J Fry d R Monteith N Oppedisano R Matheson 32/18 B Swan R Vass K Beacom d B Swan C Chan R Phillips 24/23 R Kern S Palmer d J Clough N Swancott 31/18 T Holden W Spaul d K Riley T Warner 22/19 C Watford G Scott d J Royer R Reis 26/13 Sat Jan 27 Club J Clough T Taylor P Harbrow d A McCoy A Robinson R Gallop 17/16 N McCarthy R Delves J Havron M Gardiner d T Cooke S Slocombe K Douglass P Delves 26/16 O Sherrard J Swan W Fletcher d K Riley K Avis R Phillips 18/15 A Macleod J Pavela M Havron d J Taylor R Crowne S Garvey 23/15 C Watford M Hollier d B Forrest K Beacom 23/16 Major Fours S T Taylor K Douglass M Havron P Delves d B Gill M Hollier P Harbrow R Gallop 21/18 R Kern C Maskill W Spaul R Vass 26/16 D Byron D Singleton J Boulos B Daley d B Swan G Scott T Warner G Stace 33/8 Plate Fours SF: N Oppedisano N Swancott J Fry R Matheson d R Kern G Giudice W Spaul R Vass 25/12 KEN DOUGLAS

Denistone Men

Wed Social L Crow K Graham N Martelli d T Stanis M Little J Mc Shane 17/14 B Williams J Henry F Martelli d D Alice K Johnson C Madafiglio 22/12 J Myers P Henry d B Morton J Hiotellis 24/12 R Ralston J Welsby R Johnson d D Pocock A Haworth D Linnert 29/6 J Obrien J Fleming J Woods d G Mitchell I Henry D Roughley 23/10 Sat Social A Tooke B Bathovic L Johnson M Barton d W Jasprizza P Harris K Lake D Walker 28/17 K Graham J Dominiak K Smith J Burrows d R Goggin C Piddick J Rando G Knight 21/19 G Mitchell C Kennedy C Ryan J Henry d D Pocock K Johnson M Wilson J Davey 20/18 D Butt G Harper J Hiotellis D Hogan d N Martelli K Miners D Moody G Gudmonson 22/20 N Felstead D Pope I Henry A Haworth d M Mitric D Hammond R

Johnston J Woods 22/20 M Lyall J Fleming P Brennan C Welsby d J Obrien J Walker C Madafiglio F Martelli 22/21 J Myers L Thomson P Turner J Kennedy d L Crow R Court G Scott D Linnert 20/14 R Morton D Stewart M Little P Henry d T Stanis J Knight G Hatch D Roughley 30/15 Bare Foot bowls last Sun of the month starting at 1.15pm Twilight bowls Thu 5-7pm ph club 98743650 VIC TAGG

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Wed Jan 24 Social V Ardino V Ardino L Hansen d J Roberts J Gwilym R Howell 24/23 C Peters P Cusack d Averel Cusack A Locascio 21/15 D Douglas W Carpenter d D Galati A Marcellino 22/20 Fri Jan 26 Australia Day Mixed Bowls Averel Cusack Marlene Guinn D Galati d U Mere Margaret Caldwell W Carpenter 22/20 J Roberts Trish Little L Hansen d Rae Isaacs Unelma Mere A Locascio 20/18 Maxine Stansfield P Cusack M Little d L Stansfield Pam Lancett J Davey 25/11 Margaret Wade D Douglas K Gray d V Ardino Betty Smith A Isaacs 25/14 Australia Day Mixed Triples Winners Maxine Stansfield P Cusack M Little 23 Points R/up Margaret Wade D Douglas K Gray 18 Points Sat Jan 27 Social A Marcellino J Falsone K Gray d D Douglas D Douglas B Iacono 28/20W Carpenter J McPherson d A Rozsnyoi R Howell 31/15E Coleman G Carroll d L Hansen L Boakman 24/19 Averel Cusack D Galati d A Locascio P Cusack 23/20 LES HANSEN

R Palmer d G Monk D Livesey J Mazzaferro P Roy 19/13 R Hoare G Willis D Hosking N Elder d R Richardson T Siviour T King G Young 25/15 Wed Jan 24 Pairs G Willis N Elder d R Summerhayes J Stuart 21/12 R Richardson R Preston (Carl) W Dewhirst d G Monk R Watkins R Palmer 20/19 J Arkins M Lal d T Siviour G Young 23/9 J Wedderburn A Burgoyne D KensettSmith d R French R Hoare N Holman 23/16 D Livesey J Leek B Logan d B Cupitt J Klueckmann J Mazzaferro 27/15 J Uren (Carl) P Murphy d S Merani R Hurley 34/14 G Irving B McCaw J Roddy d A Stone R

Milner B Goldsworthy 37/12 Thu Jan 18 Social H Jones R Milner P Roach d A Minogue W Brigden D Kensett-Smith 20/19 F Woodley R Dickinson P Roy d D Tyrrell R MacKenzie G Wilson 24/17 J Dixon B Godsell R French d A Moore J Forbes J Mazzaferro 33/15 Sat Jan 27 Social A Moore E Rayner P Dunleavy d P Sellars R French P Hughes 24/21 T Gardiner A Burgoyne B Goldsworthy dr J Arkins W Brigden M Lal 23/23 A Todorovski R MacKenzie R Summerhayes d T Slater J Leek P Murphy 23/21 R Milner B Logan W Dewhirst d B Cupitt B McCaw J Roddy 19/11 GEOFF YOUNG

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Barton bags 7-71 to tame Tigers in thriller

ENGLAND’S quest to rebuild its fast bowling stocks for future Ashes Test campaigns has unearthed a fine prospect in the NSW Premier Cricket first grade ranks. Twenty two year old Sussex left arm quick Adam Barton (pictured) has proven he could develop into a first class paceman of the highest calibre with impressive performances in County cricket and since arriving to play with the North Sydney club in the Sydney grade competition.

Last Saturday at North Sydney Oval the English recruit produced a match winning wicket haul to orchestrate a dramatic nine run first innings victory over fifth placed Sydney. Barton bagged the superb figures of 7-71 off 20 overs to sink the Tigers, who were cruising at 3-236 at one stage in pursuit of the home side’s tally of 332. Sydney trio Justin Mosca (83 runs off 163 balls), skipper Harry Dalton (66 off 119 balls) and Matthew Rodgers (56 off 98 balls) chalked up half centuries but all to no avail as the Sussex speedster ripped the heart of the Tigers’ batting line up with a devastating afternoon bowling spell. Mosca and Rodgers gave the Tigers a rollicking start with an opening stand of 108 and when both departed along with number three Tristen McDonald (19) the visitors were still well placed at 3-197. Last match centurion Anthony Mosca was Barton’s first scalp when caught behind by keeper James Newton for 20 runs. Barton then turned the match with his left arm seamers to remove key Sydney batsmen Beau McClintock and Ben Manenti for ducks and all rounder Nathan Sowter for 1 with 244 runs on the board. When Dalton was caught by Anjan Oberai off Barton for a well compiled 66 the Tigers had slumped to 8-266 and were staring at defeat. Sydney rallied with Nic Bills (23 not out) and Ryan Felsch (19) carrying the score to 306 before Felsch was dismissed by the Englishman after cracking two boundaries and a six in a cameo knock. A revved up Burton sealed victory in a thrilling finale when he bowled tailender

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Tom Ortiz for a gutsy 14 to claim his seventh scalp. SECONDS: Sydney 5 dec 358 (Delray Rawlins 152, Suffan Hassan 115no, Liam Gibson 39, Will Graham 2-66, Patrick Lindsay 2-75) d North Sydney 139 (P Lindsay 35, Rafa Shirazi 32, David Guthrie 18, Declan Hoare 14, Ash Squire 3-19, Nick Govers 2-29, Harry Manenti 2-29, Ryan Corns 1-13, Alex Bloomfield 1-19, D Rawlins 1-20) & 4-99 (Tim Reynolds 70, Bennett Walsh 13no, A Squire 2-21, A Bloomfield 1-6, Alex Glendenning 1-9). THIRDS: Sydney 6 dec 374 (Liam Scott 201no, Nick Taylor 69, Mayank Sharma 53, Ali Shaikh 3-51, Ammar Shirazi 3-60) d North Sydney 143 (Luke Smith 45, A Shirazi 25, Jack Thomas 13, Craig Di Blasio 5-24, Hugh Sherriff 2-20, Steve King 1-7, Mark Frei

1-18, Justin Rodgie 1-37) & 2-56 (Joshua Joseph 39no, H Sherriff 1-10, L Scott 1-10). FOURTHS: Sydney 6-181 (Ahmed Hassan 73no, Dominic Tonkin 50, Nathan Breen 22, Justin Felsch 14, Joshua Bass 12, Gurnoor Singh 2-40, Mahadevan Thomas 1-17, Muneeb Shirazi 1-27, Shantanu Havele 1-31, Tom Strangwood 1-44) d North Sydney 178 (S Havele 59, Lachlan Stewart 43, Darryl Hands 26, Tyler Meyer 3-39, Jackson Edwards 2-34, Alex Rashleigh 2-44). FIFTHS: North Sydney 9-157 (Rajith Premachandra 30, Charlie Rose 24, Patrick Gall 21, James Leary 19, Tom Hawkins 14, Mitchell Blow 5-50, Damian Rapisarda 1-10, Jack O’Brien 1-31) d Sydney 156 (Zak Knight 37, Liam Robson 27, Izaak Merlehan 5-37, T Hawkins 2-15).

EASTWOOD St Andrews AFC is gearing up for another big year in the Gladesville-Hornsby Football Association. 2018 promises to be an eventful season for the Saints who are celebrating the 60th anniversary of the club’s foundation at Eastwood Oval, where they still play today. Club President Michael Masulans is rightfully proud of the club’s history. “I’ve been involved with this club for 20 years now, and one of the best things about it is that some of the founding members from 60 years ago are also still involved,” he said. “It shows how important the club is to the local community, which is why our motto is Building Community Through

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Ryde City Council recently announced they would be creating Live Sites for the public to watch the World Cup matches and Eastwood St Andrews are in discussions with council to hopefully have one of these sites at Eastwood Oval to coincide with their 60th anniversary Back To Eastwood Day celebrations. Last season the club boasted over 550 soccer registrations which included four girls/womens teams as well as over 200 netball players. The Saints are hoping to increase these numbers this year with a $100 discount available to players under

18 years of age and attending school via the State Government’s Active Kids Program. This offer is only available from February 1 which is when junior registrations will open online. Senior (18 years plus) registrations are already open online via the link in the registration section of www.eastwoodstandrews.org and there’ll be a Registration Day at Eastwood Oval this Saturday February 3 from 11am to 4pm There’ll also be a FREE soccer clinic from 10am to 11am on the same day for any junior players wanting to try soccer before signing up for the season.

Bringing the magic of Pink Test to North Ryde RSL Oval

NORTH Ryde RSL Cricket Club members will step up to the crease on Sunday February 18 to raise money for the McGrath Foundation.

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Sport. We now offer both mens and womens football (soccer), as well as netball. The club has come a long way in 60 years and I, along with the rest of our committee and members, are looking forward to celebrating this milestone,” Michael added. The season will end with a huge Presentation Day/evening at T.G Millner Field with plans for a fireworks display to finish the year with a bang. Prior to that the annual Back To Eastwood Day will be held on Saturday June 16 which is the same day as the Socceroos’ opening FIFA World Cup fixture against France.

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The club’s cricketing contingent are ready to display their batting, bowling and fielding skills at the annual Pink Stumps Day on North Ryde RSL’s back oval. Men and women players including seniors and juniors will bring the magic of the Pink Test into North Ryde when they contest a 30 overs per side challenge match from 10am. North Ryde RSL Cricket Club president Kel Gray said the annual charity match makes a real difference by helping place McGrath Breast Care

Nurses in communities across Australia. “Pink Stumps Day provides an opportunity for our local community to participate in the spirit, energy and international phenomenon of the Pink Test,” said Kel. “By bringing the magic home it raises vital funds to make life for families experiencing breast cancer just that little bit easier,” he said. “It is a great day out to bring the family, enjoy a picnic lunch and watch an exciting game of cricket. The club is inviting friends and families

to get involved with lots of fun activities.” “Wear pink on the day and have some money on hand to donate to the McGrath Foundation,” he said. There’ll be a raffle, barbecue and Pink Bakery which will be held on the day. For more information about Pink Stumps Day or the McGrath Foundation, visit www.pinkstumpsday.com.au or www.mcgrathfoundation. com.au Contact Kel Gray 0409 540 264.

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From the ashes of the past few seasons the Tigers have a plethora of candidates for the top job with three standouts with captain experience. They are longtime Tiger Chris Lawrence who has already shared the captaincy at the Tigers, new chum Josh Reynolds who had leadership experience with

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knocking on the door for the leadership role including of course our very own Balmain junior Luke Brooks who promises to excel this year. All can hardly wait for the first trial game Saturday fortnight

September 17 up in north Bananaland at Cairns when quite a few of the likely lads can expect a run to show their wares followed the next Saturday with the Gummy Sharks at Cameltown. See ya there.

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