Major Construction
Wraps and Terminal Unveiled for Western Sydney International Airport
Sydney's new 24-hour airport is one step closer to welcoming its first passengers, with major construction works across Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI} now complete and the state of-the-art terminal formally unveiled last month.
WSI CEO Simon Hickey was joined by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King as well as senior executives from some of WSl's key partners including Qantas Group, Singapore Airlines, Menzies Aviation and dnata Catering & Retail to celebrate this major milestone event.
Mr Hickey thanked WSl's design and construction partners that have worked over many years to help bring WSl's terminal to life from the initial design concepts by COX Architecture and Zaha Hadid Architects to the design and construction by Multiplex and Woods Bagot; with overall project delivery alongside WSI by Bechtel.
He also acknowledged the tremendous efforts of CPB Contractors/ACCIONA Joint Venture that led works on the Airside Civil and Pavement Works, including WSl's 3.7km runway, as well as AeroWest, a Joint Venture between BMD Constructions and Seymour Whyte Construction that completed the Landside Civil and Building Works, including the design and construction of carparks, roads, bridges and utilities.
Drawing on the region's natural beauty, WSl's new terminal marries sustainable-by-design principles and innovative technology to deliver a seamless experience for airlines and passengers at Australia's first new greenfield international airport in more than 50 years.
The terminal has a climate-responsive facade, and more than 6,000 solar panels affixed to its roof to provide energy efficiency and renewable electricity, reducing the airport's carbon footprint. In addition, it will collect and recycle rainfall for use in airport operations such as bathrooms, irrigation, and cooling towers.
Passengers flying out of WSI will experience a streamline departure with access to next generation technology to help them move through the airport at speed, while both domestic and international gates are under one roof, making travellers connections simple and efficient.
While major construction of the WSI terminal is complete, the fit-out of the terminal's retail precinct and airline lounges will take place closer to the airport's opening as commercial tenders and final contracts continue to progress over the months ahead.
WSI is on track to open for domestic, international and air cargo services in late 2026.
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Children + Families
Cranebrook Kids
Meets at 10:00am on Tuesdays at Andromeda Community Hall (Andromeda Drive, Cranebrook). More details: https:// www.playgroupnsw.org.au/Playgroup/Playgroups/ CranebrookKids
Cranebrook PlayConnect
Meets at 9:30am on Thursdays at Koolyangarra Aboriginal Family Centre (1 Kington Place, Cranebrook). More details: https://www.playgroupnsw.org.au/Playgroup/Playgroups/ CranebrookPlayconnect
Hobbies + Interests
Nepean Group – Embroiderers Guild
Meets on the 1st Monday of the month at CWA Rooms, 1 Tindale Street Penrith (opposite RSL) from 6.00pm. More Details: 0466 457 594
Markets
Blacktown Markets
Held weekly on Sundays from 6:30am till 2:00pm at The Skyline Drive-In (33 Cricketers Arms Road, Prospect). More details: www.blacktownmarkets.com.au
Penrith Producers
Held on Friday 23rd June, Friday 29th September and Friday 1st December from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at Triangle Park (565-567 High Street, Penrith). More details: https://www.visitpenrith. com.au/www.penrith.city/events
Support + Wellbeing
Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s Group
Meets every Tuesday from 7pm at Jordan Springs Community Hub (2 - 6 Cullen Avenue Jordan Springs). More Details: Lauren 0404 666 344.
Lung Support Group
Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month at Emu Sports Club from 10.30am. Visitors & New Members welcomed. Contact John on 4735 1542
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at Emu Sports Club (1 Leonay Parade, Leonay) from 6.45p.m. More Details: www. prostatesupport.org.au or phone the Group’s President David Wilkinson on1300 13 38 78.
Penrith Womens Walk and Talk
Meets 5.30pm every Wednesday (for Guest Speaker) and walk from 6pm outside Coffee Club Nepean River (78-88 Tench Ave, Jamisontown). More details: www.facebook.com/ Penrithwomenswalkandtalk
Penrith Mens Walk and Talk
Meets 5pm every Thursday (for Guest Speaker) and walk from 6pm outside Coffee Club Nepean River (78-88 Tench Ave, Jamisontown). More details: www.facebook.com/ PenrithMensWalkAndTalk/
Food and Garden Waste Service to Boost Blacktown City Sustainability
Blacktown City Council is rolling out the biggest change to its waste services in more than 30 years by providing a new food and garden waste service to more than 127,000 households.
Council will begin delivering kitchen caddies and greenlidded food and garden waste bins to eligible households which will help divert thousands of tonnes of waste from landfill.
This waste will be processed at Eastern Creek Organics and turned into compost for farming and agriculture use.
Blacktown City Mayor Brad Bunting said the rollout was a milestone in making the local area more sustainable.
“During extensive consultation for these changes, our community told us it was keen to have a food and garden waste service and make a positive contribution to the environment.
“Making this possible for the biggest council area in NSW is a mammoth task and a lot of careful planning of the resources needed to do the job has been required.
“I’m looking forward to seeing our community make the most of this opportunity so we can continue to look after where we live.”
In addition to environmental benefits, the new standard waste service will provide households an increased bin capacity of 140 L per week to separate their waste.
The new standard waste service includes:
• a 240 L green-lidded food and garden waste bin, collected weekly
• the existing 240 L yellow-lidded recycling bin, collected fortnightly
• a 140 L red-lidded waste bin, collected weekly. Council will swap the existing 240 L red-lidded bin for a new 140 L red-lidded waste bin. Residents may choose to retain the 240L bin at an added cost or downsize to an 80 L red-lidded waste bin.
• up to 12 household clean-up services each year for bulky items
• 7 L kitchen caddy to collect food scraps for the new food and garden waste bin, 150 compostable liners to line the caddy and information on the new waste service options.
The new standard waste service will cost $674 for the 2025/26 financial year. This is $40 more than the current, two bin 2024/25 service. Residents may choose a smaller ($571) or larger waste service ($788) if these better suits their needs.
The new service also supports the NSW Government mandate for all households to have a food and garden waste service by 2030.
Council will assess extending the rollout to more households at a later date.
To help the community use the service, Council is running an online chat to make asking questions and receiving answers more convenient.
The service is available Monday to Friday, from 3:30pm to 7:30pm, via blacktown.nsw.gov.au/waste.
People can also call Council’s Customer Service Centre on 5300 6000 Monday to Friday, 08:30am – 4:30pm.
Council has a strong track record of looking after our natural surroundings. Its environmental health team was named team of 2025 by Environmental Health Australia. In 2024, Council was named Keep Australia Beautiful NSW’s Overall Sustainable Cities Winner.
Blacktown City Mayor Brad Bunting and the three bin waste service | Image/Article: Blacktown City Council
Plastic Free Living Workshop
Come along to their workshop and learn how to reduce, reuse and recycle with this introduction to sustainable living. During the session, you will hear about ways to eliminate plastic from your life by using natural or recyclable swaps for common household items. You will also participate in a practical demonstration about how to make your own safe, beeswax-infused food wraps.
This is a FREE workshop for Blacktown City Council residents only.
Please be aware that places are limited and if the workshop sells out, your name will be put on a waitlist, and we will contact you if a place becomes available.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket so they can offer your place to someone on the waitlist. Ph 9839 6055 or email sustainable.resources@blacktown.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Bookings: https://blacktown-events.bookable.net.au/#!/eventdetail/ev_c263455837514738ac37e6378e71f2ef
When:
Saturday, 12 July 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Ropes Crossing Community Hub, 54 Pulley Drive, Ropes Crossing, 2760
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Food Assistance Available at Ropes Crossing
It’s estimated that one in three households are having to go without food staples, as their finances need to be prioritised to housing and utilities since the interest rate rises have put pressure on mortgage holders and renters. However, there is some local help, in the form of a Mobile Community Pantry.
The TOMS Anglican Church Cranebrook’s Anglicare Community Pantry comes to Ropes Crossing every second Tuesday at Ropes Crossing Community Hub from 1:30pm to 2:30pm.
The service offers shoppers a helping hand and it’s just a $15 contribution for $40 to $50 worth of groceries with every 10th shop free. Yep! It’s as easy as one, two, three! Bring your bags, pay your contribution and select your pantry items. It’s that simple. It has been operating locally for 9 years now, since mid-2016.
Anglicare has over 60 Community Pantry locations in NSW, in partnership with local Anglican churches. Community members can fill a bag with pantry items and even stay for a cuppa and chat with one of the Anglican church’s friendly volunteers. The service is here to provide vulnerable people with food security and to build a community where everyone is welcomed – to feel cared for and loved.
Anglicare continues to expand the service to meet physical, social and spiritual needs.
“There is no barrier to entry for this program/service” says Colin Cooper of TOMS Anglican Churches, meaning that you don’t need to be ‘assessed’ or provide evidence of a health care card or hardship to engage with the service.
The TOMS Anglican Church’s Community Pantry coming dates are 24th June and 8th July.
For more information, visit www.toms4christ.com. Alternatively, check out https://www.anglicare.org.au/ community/food-assistance/community-pantry/
Village Café Llandilo
Come along to Village Café Llandilo to meet your neighbours and chat in a friendly and relaxed environment over a free barista-made coffee.
Take the opportunity to connect with local support services to gain free advice on a range of topics including health and wellbeing.
Attendees can help shape the activities at each Village Café by sharing their interests and concerns. Activities include free health checks, creative workshops and support with using technology. Keep an eye on Council’s Penrith Neighbourhood Renewal Facebook page for more information.
Everyone is welcome to attend, share their stories and meet new people. At each Village Café session, you can expect a free barista-made coffee, colourful tablecloths, flags, music, community and health workers, as well as activities catered to the interests of attendees.
The location of Village Café can change due to wet or adverse weather conditions, please check their Penrith Neighbourhood Renewal Facebook page for updates.
Village Café is proudly delivered by Penrith City Council in partnership with local organisations to support community wellbeing. Regular services who are likely to attend include Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network, Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, Penrith Women’s Health Centre, The Benevolent Society, Likemind, Active Care Network and Digital Literacy Foundation.
For more information, contact Neighbourhood Renewal at neighbourhoodrenewal@penrith.city or 4732 7777.
See you at Village Café!
Location:
Wilson Park, Seventh Avenue Llandilo
Dates:
The fourth Thursday of every month
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am r Image/Article: Penrith City Council
The Healthy Body Company Marks 10 Years in Jordan Springs
Local physiotherapy provider The Healthy Body Company is celebrating ten years since opening its Jordan Springs clinic in May 2015. What began as a single practice in a growing suburb has become a trusted part of the community’s health and wellbeing journey.
In that time, the clinic has treated thousands of residents, from injured athletes and active kids to busy parents and retirees, helping them move well and live well. As the community has expanded, so too has The Healthy Body Company, from 1 to a team of 10, with services tailored to meet the changing needs of locals.
“Our mission has always been to deliver excellent care, close to home,” said CEO Trisha Cashmere. “We’re proud to have grown alongside the Jordan Springs community and to be part of so many people’s health journeys.”
Beyond injury treatment, the clinic offers group programs that support long-term wellbeing, including Beat It classes for people managing pre-diabetes and Strong and Steady sessions designed to promote balance, mobility and
Go Dry This July
Dry July is a fundraiser that encourages you to go alcohol-free in July to raise funds for people affected by cancer.
In 2025, Dry July is on track to reach its biggest milestone yet – $100 million raised since 2008 to help people affected by cancer.
This year, they’re calling on Aussie’s to pour their generosity as they aim for 30,000 sign-ups to help reach this incredible milestone.
Reaching this point is only possible because of the everyday Australians who’ve gone dry, donated, and supported the cause year after year.
confidence in older adults.
Supporting the next generation of local health professionals has also been a key part of the company’s mission. The Healthy Body Company runs a structured graduate program that offers mentoring, hands-on experience and clinical development. Many of the current team began their careers at the clinic.
Senior Physiotherapist Nathan Duguid, who joined as a graduate in 2017, said: “My grad year was a challenging yet very rewarding experience. It was a steep learning curve, but I had a great mentor who supported me throughout. By the end of the year, I felt confident to handle any injury that came my way.”
Now with multiple clinics across Greater Western Sydney, The Healthy Body Company remains deeply connected to Jordan Springs — the community where it all began.
“This milestone is a celebration of local support, trust, and shared commitment to health,” said Trisha. “We’re grateful to be part of this vibrant community and excited for what the future holds.”
For more information, visit www.thehealthybodycompany. com.au.
One Australian is diagnosed with cancer every three minutes, and more than 15,000 Australians are expected to be diagnosed with cancer this July. With rates continuing to rise, the job doesn’t stop at the $100M mark. Every dollar counts and helps raise funds for vital cancer support services across the country.
Since 2008, over 377,000 Aussies have taken part in Dry July, funding more than 1,200 projects across 80 cancer organisations that have helped to provide comfort, care, and support services for those affected by cancer.
This year, funds raised will support 40 cancer organisations across Australia, including major beneficiaries Cancer Council, Bowel Cancer Australia, and Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia to help make the cancer journey easier for people and their families.
People can participate in Dry July as individuals or as a workplace team and seek sponsorship. To sign up or donate head to www.dryjuly.com.
r Image/Article: Dry July Foundation
r Feature Article [Cover + Top] Jude Holroyd (Principal Physiotherapist) and Trisha Cashmere (CEO) celebrating 10 years [Above] The Healthy Body Company team celebrate 10 years | Images/Article: The Healthy Body Company
KID’S CORNER July
Book Review Your
Time After Time
Author Karly Lane
This is a story of a teenager and her family living in a small country town in rural NSW. She has passion, hopes and dreams and a flair for designing and making gowns. With limited options with work prospects, it is pretty much a given that she will marry, settle down and have a family, as she has been dating her long time sweetheart, Finn from school for a number of years. They have even bought a small cottage together and are happily living in it.
After leaving school, Alice was lucky enough to gain employment in a local clothing store, and she enjoyed her work. The French shop owner Antoinette Bonnaire prided herself on only stocking gowns from well-known labels as she felt her little store was special.
Alice was so passionate about her creations, she approached her boss and asked if she could display her gowns in the store for others to buy. She was soon shut down. The owner thought it was rude of her to try and promote her gowns over the store bought ones. Antoinette made it uncomfortable for Alice to
Alice’s grandparents had been married for 60 years. At her grandmother’s birthday party, her grandmother Meryl decided to drop a bombshell, and let all know that she was leaving her hubby. Alice invited her to come as stay at her little cottage, until she sorted herself out her She enjoyed her grandmother’s company and was still thinking about her
Alice attended fashion week in Sydney, where she was approached by a designer. She was asked if she wanted a career as a designer, and would she like to join Frankie’s team of international talent and designers, going abroad. As much as she loved the idea, she was torn between marriage to her long-time boyfriend and an exciting career. She chose to stay where she was. A year later at fashion week, someone had sent a picture of her wedding gown to Frankie, and she was approached again to work in the exciting world of fashion. This again put Alice in a quandary, and she had to decide on country life or an amazing career as a fashion designer.
It was a joy to read, and I was kept interested till the very end.
r Book Review by: Christine Fish
Dreams Come True for Jessica
Llandilo’s Jessica Bazika has fulfilled a lifelong dream of working with horses, starting her own horse training business.
Beginning just last month, Jera Equestrian has been in the making for quite some time.
“I was inspired to start a horse training business as I wanted to make a meaningful impact on the horse industry, everything I do is for the love of the horse” explained Jessica to the Jordan Springs Gazette.
“I have been riding horses since before I could walk and have grown up training horses. I love watching horses go from unhandled, unsure, and scared to becoming confident, ridden horses that succeed with their new owners. The process is both fulfilling and fascinating” she continued.
Jessica was the recipient of the 2023 Penrith Young Woman Award, an achievement that helped her to pursue her dreams.
“It gave me the confidence to establish meaningful connections with people. It pushed me out of my comfort zone and made me realise that dreams can come true if you believe in yourself enough and work hard for it,” said Jessica.
With the establishment of Jera Equestrian, her focus is to provide horses with the adequate foundations to go on and become successful performance horses.
Jessica has this advice for any young women and girls wanting to follow in her footsteps, “Just get out there and give it a go. Whether that is wanting to compete in the upcoming Penrith Young Women Award or wanting to follow your dreams. Be confident enough in your plan, and your dreams will follow you”.
“I am so grateful for the opportunity to be the 2023 Penrith Young Women Award winner. The life skills I gained from the experience has been a valuable asset to not only my business, but my life since then” she concluded.
Personal Health Update - Prue Car
Last month I informed the Premier that, for health reasons, I will be taking personal leave for an undetermined period of time.
A recent screening has detected breast cancer, and I will now begin immediate treatment.
Thankfully, because the cancer was caught early, my doctors are optimistic about my recovery — and so am I. I’ve faced this challenge before, and I’m determined to beat it again. Testing has confirmed this is unrelated to my previous diagnosis.
I look forward to returning to the role I’ve cherished since our government took office in March 2023 — a role I absolutely love.
While I undergo treatment and recovery, my colleague Courtney Houssos has kindly agreed to act as Minister for Education and Early Learning and the Minister for Western Sydney in my place. The vital work of rebuilding our state’s education system will continue without pause.
To the wonderful constituents I represent in Londonderry, my office doors are always open to assist you with anything you need.
Breast cancer screenings are vital for early detection and treatment, and I strongly encourage all women to stay up to date with their checks. I am extremely grateful for early detection and to the incredible people who work in the NSW Health system. They are nothing short of extraordinary.
I want to thank the Premier and all my Parliamentary colleagues for their unwavering support and look forward to being back as soon as possible.
r Article: Prue Car MP, Deputy Premier, Minister for Education and Early Learning
r [Top] Winning Champion Stallion with Kusadasi at the Thoroughbred Spring Fair [Above] Third place at the Sydney Royal Easter Show Young Judges State Finals | Images: Foxwood Photography/Jessica Bazika. Article: Julie Lobel
Be Fire Safe: Winter 2025
Emergency Services Minister, Jihad Dib, and Fire and Rescue
NSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell, were joined by the survivor of a devastating house fire recently to launch the 2025 ‘Be Fire Safe’ Winter Safety Campaign.
Montana Adams and nine other people were asleep when a fire broke out in a Macquarie Fields home in Sydney’s southwest on May 28 last year.
They were alerted and their lives saved by a pair of smoke alarms, fitted only 10 days earlier by Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW).
On the first day of Winter, FRNSW acknowledged Smoke Alarm Action Day, urging households to test their detectors to kick off the Winter safety campaign.
Last Winter, 12 people died in residential fires in NSW and 107
HEALTH MATTERS
others were injured.
There were 1,039 residential fires during that period. In 44 percent of cases, there was not a working smoke alarm.
Winter is a critical time for fire prevention and education due to the spike in home fires, fire-related fatalities and injuries. They want to reduce these incidents to zero.
Complacency and inaction around smoke alarms are the biggest risk factors when it comes to home fire safety. Why? Because smoke is the greatest cause of injuries or fatalities.
To help combat those behaviours, their Winter campaign will continue to focus on the tagline ‘Be Fire Safe’, supported by supplementary messages.
By using this tag repeatedly, they aim to increase recall, understanding of the risk and the desire and purpose for action.
r Article: Fire and Rescue NSW
Article Written + Submitted by: Andreas Klein Nutritionist + Remedial Therapist from Beautiful Health + Wellness
P: 0418 166 269
Why People Who Exercise May Respond Better To Back Pain Treatment
Often, patients with sedentary jobs have more painful muscles and respond more slowly to therapy, than those whose jobs involve exercise i.e. back muscle soreness reduces more rapidly in those who exercise regularly. That doesn’t mean ‘people who don’t exercise don’t respond’, they just often respond more slowly.
Why? One reason is tissue detox efficiency via lymphatics. Lymph vessels take muscle tissue waste products to the blood stream for excretion via the liver and kidneys. Lymph vessels don’t have a heart to pump fluid as does the blood. Rather, they have tiny muscles surrounding each lymph vessel which all contract in a coordinated way to pump lymph. But muscle contraction from exercise makes this lymph flow much more efficient. Being sedentary reduces lymph flow. At rest, approximately 1/3 of lymph transport in the human leg results from skeletal muscle contractions (extrinsic pump) while 2/3 results from active pumping by the lymph vessels themselves (intrinsic pump). But standing and exercise significantly increases lymph flow and tissue detoxification.
Studies show that when a person is:
1. asleep, has very low ankle lymph flow, just 0.24 ml/h.
2. standing, increases ankle lymph flow 13 times.
3. fast walking, increases ankle lymph flow 15 times.
These effects are partly due to increased:
1. heart rate
2. blood pressure
3. capillary widening
4. contracting skeletal muscles
Standing and exercise leads to increased tissue blood flow which:
1. increases muscle nutrient and oxygen delivery and muscle repair and maintenance,
2. is more energy efficient (fitness),
3. flushes tissue waste material into lymph vessels,
4. muscle contraction (exercise) improves flushing process.
Sedentary people have a reduced rate of nutrient and oxygen supply, lower fitness and tissue repair capacity, still produce waste, but do not have the exercise-related flushing benefits, and thus may accumulate waste, which can irritate muscle nerves leading to pain. In people who exercise (within reason) the reverse is often true, improving their response to treatment.
If you have a back or musculoskeletal injury and need help why not give Andreas a call at the clinic on 0418-166-269.
Anika Creating a Name for Herself
At just 10 years of age, local student Anika Schmitt is a budding entrepreneur and is proving that you are never too young to start your own business.
Anika’s Creations was started two years ago. In that time, Anika’s handmade jewellery and keychains have been popular amongst her base of supportive customers in the local community.
“She started creating things around the age of 5 but started selling some of her creations when she was 8. Anika is now 10” explained Rebecca Wilson, Anika’s mother to the Jordan Springs Gazette.
“Her mind is full of so many different creative ideas and she loves expressing herself through her creations” she continued.
Anika has previously sold her products at local markets, with her stall set up at both Blacktown and Penrith Markets.
Her range of products have been themed around the seasons of the year. Most recently, this included Easter Bracelet and Easter Necklace Packs.
Rebecca is proud of her daughter’s ambition and creativity when it comes to designing, making and selling her products.
“Being the Mother of a young entrepreneur is honestly so heartwarming. It brings me joy and pride. To see her bring her ideas to life through her creations is amazing,” said Rebecca.
Her next step in her journey will be to include a social media page set up by her mother.
“You can purchase Anika’s products at the local markets. We are also in the process of setting up a page on Facebook, called Anika’s Creations.
“Thank you to everyone that have supported and continue to support Anika” she ended.
Finding and Applying for Jobs with Nepean Community College
Join Nepean Community College for an 8-week course covering essential skills for finding and applying for jobs.
This course is best suited for people aged 16 years and over.
This is nationally recognised accredited training with Nepean Community College (RTO: 1223). BSBCMM211 Apply communication skills.
Learn to set goals for work, find job advertisements, how to apply for jobs (covering written communication and verbal communication), role plays of interviews to prepare and brush up on communication skills, identifying requirements for job applications, drafting documents such as cover letters and resumes, receive feedback on application documents and interview skills to build on skills.
Booking for the first session confirms attendance at all 8 sessions. The courses are free, but bookings are essential. Bookings can be made at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ finding-and-applying-for-jobs-withnepean-community-college-tickets1353024415449?aff=oddtdtcreator
Tea, coffee and light refreshments provided. Please advise them on 02 4732 7891 if you have accessibility requirements for this session.
The course will be held on the following Wednesdays: 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 August, 27 August, 3 September, 10 September, and 17 September.
Dates & Times
Starts: 30 July 2025 - 02:00PM to 4:00PM
Location
Penrith City Library: 601 High Street, Penrith NSW 2750
r [Top + Right] Anika Schmitt at her market stall [Above] Anika creating her jewellery | Images: Rebecca Wilson
PROBUS CLUB
Article Written + Submitted by: The Probus Club of Jordan Springs E: probusjordansprings@gmail.com W: probussouthpacific.org/microsites/jordansprings
Jordan Springs Probus Club
As well as the sudden arrival of Winter, June brought the results of our Biggest Morning Tea - our most successful yet! While sharing the sumptuous spread we raised over $800 which is truly applause worthy!
The warm glow of friendship continued through all our June activities: a monthly lunch at Henry Sports Club and our regular Trivia nights at Brooks Tavern which lately have been with more success. The highlight of June was a leisurely ride with the Riverboat Postman, showcasing the beauty of the Hawkesbury River with another delightful morning tea and lunch.
July sees even more activity for our club. Christmas in July is eagerly anticipated by everyone. We will investigate Penrith’s Naval Museum, followed by lunch of course. Our guest speaker presents “The Sinking of the Costacordian”. The regular Trivia nights continue plus we have an extra “monthly” lunch at Brooks Tavern!
Visitors are always welcome, so come along to discover how the warmth of friendship can beat those winter chills!
A purely social club catering specifically for semi & full retirees, Jordan Springs Probus Club will meet throughout 2025, at 9:45 for 10:00am start, on the 4th Tuesday of each month, at Jordan Springs Community Hub, 2-6 Cullen Ave, Jordan Springs. For more information contact Keith - 02 9713 9038, Tricia – 0414 976 997, Annie – 0409 230 753, or email us at probusjordansprings@ gmail.com
FAITH – MOSAIC COMMUNITY CHURCH (LLANDILO)
Article
Written + Submitted by: Pastor
Heath Whiley
A: Llandilo Community Hall, Seventh Ave, Llandilo P: 0402 712 972 W: www.mosaiccommunitychurch.com.au Service Times: 5pm Sundays
Choose your Friends Carefully
Ancient Wisdom for 21st Century Issues
In a world of social networks and constant interaction, the book of Proverbs speaks with timeless clarity: the friends you choose will shape your future. Here are three vital lessons from Proverbs about choosing friends wisely.
1. Friends Influence Your Direction: “Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm” (Proverbs 13:20). The people we spend time with have a deep influence on our thinking, values, and direction in life. Proverbs reminds us that wisdom is contagious—but so is foolishness. A wise friend helps you grow; a foolish one can drag you into regret.
2. Character Matters in Friendship: “Do not make friends with a hot-tempered person, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn their ways and get yourself ensnared” (Proverbs 22:24–25). The Bible warns us that the wrong company can shape our character in destructive ways. Angry, dishonest, or reckless people bring conflict and compromise. We are called to choose friends whose lives reflect integrity, peace, and self-control.
3. True Friends Sharpen and Support You: “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” (Proverbs 27:17) “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” (Proverbs 17:17) The best friendships are built on loyalty and honesty. A true friend challenges you to grow and stays with you through hardship.
Proverbs show us that friendship isn’t just social—it’s spiritual. Choose your friends carefully and walk with the wise.
Article Written + Submitted by: Rev John Hebblewhite
A: Lot 257A Seventh Ave, Llandilo P: 4736 3592 Service Times: 10am each Sunday with additional services held: 2pm on the Third Sunday + 8am on the Fourth Sunday
St Davids
The basic questions of who we are and why are we here has propelled religious belief, including Paganism, since the dawn of civilization. Much religious thinking has come and gone, many great attempts to answer the basic questions have also come and gone, and there have evolved religions who provide a belief system for people today. Agnostics and Atheists have to face the question, if not - why not? Opinions are divided on the question of how old is man. Common thought is 40-50,000 years. When religious thought is considered, the interesting note is that belief is based on what has survived to be read, rather than reality. Much indigenous thought centres on appeasing the spirits, the Greeks saw their gods as those who could argue and fight between themselves, the Nordic gods were warriors and so on. Understanding these religious practices was developed on the basis of what we can read. Beliefs developed in Egyptian gods are a good example.
The major religions of today are basically ‘religions of the book’: Jewish: The Torah, Hindu: the Vedas, Muslim: the Koran, Chinese Traditional: Confucius’s writings, and so on. Christianity is a divided faith expressed by many denominations and sects in many examples reading ‘into instead of out of’. For the Christian Faith the foundation is not of the book but the attempts to answer Jesus’ question: who do you think I am? In this Scripture, reason and tradition provide resources in meeting the question. Jesus directs the individual not only to be honest in what is said and done but also to the realisation that the mystery of life in all aspects of the universe comes from a creator who we can address as Father.
FAITH – ST DAVIDS CHURCH LLANDILO
Understanding Responsible Pet Ownership Under NSW’s
From May 19, 2025, tenancy laws in New South Wales have been updated to make it easier for renters to welcome pets into their homes. These reforms reflect what many of us already know—pets are more than animals; they are family members. For tenants, this marks an important shift toward being able to share their homes with their furry companions without unnecessary restrictions.
Under these new laws, tenants must still request permission from their landlord before bringing a pet into the property. However, there is now a clear and transparent process in place. Landlords are required to respond to written pet requests within 21 days. If they fail to do so, permission is automatically granted. A landlord may only refuse consent for specific, valid reasons—such as inadequate fencing, insufficient space, or where keeping a pet would be unsuitable or inhumane. Broad “no pets” policies and advertising rentals as pet-free are no longer permitted.
Landlords can set reasonable conditions related to pet ownership. These may include professional carpet cleaning at the end of the tenancy or repairs for any pet-related damage. Open and respectful communication between tenants and landlords remains key. Any conditions imposed must be appropriate and proportionate to the pet and the property.
While these reforms make it easier to have pets in rental homes, they also underscore the importance of responsible pet ownership. Under the Companion Animals Act 1998, all cats and dogs in NSW must be microchipped by 12 weeks of age and registered by six months. This is a legal requirement and vital in helping reunite lost pets with their families.
Camille Brandt BVSc(Hons 1), MVS(SAP)
Desexing is strongly encouraged and is often required for full lifetime registration. It not only helps to reduce the number of unwanted litters but also supports better health outcomes for pets and reduces the burden on animal shelters.
Tenants are responsible for ensuring their pets are well cared for and do not cause issues for neighbours or the property. This includes managing noise, preventing damage, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring pets receive appropriate nutrition, hydration, exercise, mental stimulation, and veterinary care.
It’s also important to note that tenants with recognised assistance animals are not required to seek permission under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. However, landlords should still be notified of the animal’s presence and provided with any accreditation where available.
These new laws are a welcome step forward in recognising the special role pets play in our lives. With a foundation of compassion, communication, and responsibility, we can ensure pets remain an integral part of our homes and communities—regardless of whether we rent or own. Pets are family, and these changes honour that truth while reminding us that keeping pets requires a shared commitment between tenants and landlords.
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