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Latest @ Luddenham by Wayne Willmington

Welcome to 2020 and the first Latest in Luddenham of the year. Once again, we will see so much change and more on the planning for what will happen around the Airport, as we see lots of construction already happening and the start of the major Airport Earthworks to kick in this year.

On the 19th of January, we lost another long-term Luddenham resident Nancy Willmington who passed away peacefully in her sleep. Nancy married Benny Willmington on the 5th January 1963 and moved into the Post Office residence. Thanks Nancy for the wonderful things you did for our Community over the years - RIP. The future of Luddenham is about to be decided and you get to have your say at one of the Community Information and Feedback Sessions. They will be held on Saturday 1 February, between 10am and 1pm at Workers Hubertus Country Club, 205 Adams Road, Luddenham and on Wednesday 19 February, between 4pm and 7pm at Bringelly Community Centre, 5 Greendale Rd, Bringelly.

This is all part of the latest plans for the area around the Airport, including Luddenham. These plans are progressing with the development of three key documents now on exhibition. This marks the next step in the Aerotropolis, with the documents currently on exhibition and open for public comment. This includes: Draft Western Sydney Aerotropolis Plan, Western Sydney Aerotropolis Discussion Paper on the proposed State Environmental Planning Policy and the Draft Western Sydney Aerotropolis Development Control Plan Phase 1.

Have you visited the Western Sydney Airport Experience Centre in Eaton Road Luddenham? The Centre will guide visitors through an exhibition space, before opening to a

viewing area, where they will be able to see airport construction underway. The viewing area is also equipped with augmented reality, allowing visitors to view how the terminal and runway will look and where they will be positioned. Currently, the Western Sydney Airport Experience Centre is open Monday to Thursday 10am to 4pm.

Preparation for the 116th Luddenham Show are well underway, and it will be held on the 7th and 8th March. Further information can be found on their website luddenhamshow. com.au or the Luddenham Show Facebook page. You can also email secretary@luddenhamshow.com.au if you would like any further information.

If you have an opinion on what Luddenham of the future should be like, please email your thoughts or views to willmingtons@bigpond.com

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Local author and Silverdale resident Carmen Hall has just published her first book, titled ‘Reflections from the Water: The Stories of Warragamba, by the People of Warragamba and Silverdale’ chronicling the lives of early residents of the area.

“My book, Reflections from the Water, tells the stories of thirty residents who have worked and lived at Warragamba and Silverdale from the 1940’s until the present day. They are mostly second-generation family members who came with their parents. Most of them are still here today and their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren are also still in the District. Of course, some have moved away over the years” Carmen told the Mulgoa Valley Gazette about her book.

Carmen’s book tells of some of the rich, local history we have right here in our community and her inspiration to write the book was to retell and keep these fascinating stories alive.

“My inspiration to write the book was to make sure that the original identity of the Warragamba Dam township and Silverdale and the social lives of their residents would not be lost” she said.

“It’s also important to have written history, so that people who are new to the area realise what the area was like in the past. It leaves footprints for our future generations” she added.

She has previously written a book, ‘Warrigo’s Way’, that has yet to be published. It tells of the story of three families, an Australian soldier in the 2/3 Pioneer Battalion, Ninth Division, A.I.F and a great love that is set during/after World War 2.

“Warrigo’s Way is fictional, based on some facts. It’s very much an Australian-themed book. I had it printed for myself and some of my friends but haven’t had it published yet” Carmen stated.

Reflections from the Water: The Stories of Warragamba, by the People of Warragamba and Silverdale is available for $25.00, plus $8.50 for postage. For more information, contact Carmen at carmhall@bigpond.net.au. r Carmen Hall [Inset] Cover of Reflections from the Water| Image Supplied

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A Fresh Start for 2020

Well, its February, and the New Year may have lost its shine a little, but 2020 is in full swing. I hope your year still feels full of possibilities but if it doesn’t, I’d like to suggest one to you.

This year, 2020, might be the perfect time to start getting to know Jesus. I don’t mean listening to what others have to say about him, and I don’t mean just thinking about those old stories you might have heard as a child. I mean getting to know about Jesus from Jesus. Read his words for yourself. Read the first biographies written about him in the Bible. The Books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, if you haven’t read them as an adult, 2020 may be the perfect time to see Jesus for yourself.

It’s not about what the media says about him, it’s not about what I say about him.

Instead, it’s about what he said, what he did, who Jesus really was. And it’s about who Jesus is, now.

If you haven’t thought about it for yourself in a while, 2020 might be the perfect opportunity. So whatever other possibilities you’re going to enjoy this year, why not make space for one more? Pick up the Bible, read the first biographies of Jesus for yourself, who knows what you might find!

I mean, Jesus could be just a 1st century carpenter that somehow got remembered by history or he could be the single most significant figure in all of history and someone that can make a difference to your personal history today.

Of course, if you don’t own a Bible, then investigating Jesus for yourself isn’t a possibility is it! In which case, we’d love to help, feel free to visit us at church or give us a call and we can give you a copy.

Indeed, if you do start reading and you have questions, we’d also love to talk with you about them, can’t promise we have all the answers but I’m sure we’ll enjoy the conversation!

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Wallacia Progress Hall Cools Down For Summer!

Wallacia Progress Hall, owned and managed by the community and the local management group Wallacia Progress Association, could not afford the full cost of a much-needed upgrade of electricals and the installation of air-conditioning to this heritage-listed hall, with the cost being just over $10,000.

When Cambridge Park Lions found out about this situation, they rallied the other clubs from Lions Zone 14 and $4,000 was committed towards the project. Cambridge Park then applied and was successful in receiving an Australia Lions Foundation Grant, receiving a dollar for dollar grant. They then gave a generous donation of $8,000 from “Lions” towards the project.

Matt Bobrige, owner of Comfort Zone Air Conditioning in Claremont Meadows, was able to complete the project in preparation for the hot summer season. Cambridge Park Lions were one of the first groups to enjoy the new air-conditioning, holding their club’s AGM soon after.

President of Cambridge Park Lions, Linda Lamond stated “Without generous donations to Lions from the people of our local community, this project would not have gone ahead. We are also very grateful for the assistance from Lion Steve Holley, District Co-ordinator of Australian Lions Foundation, for all his support to get this project up and running. This is a great outcome for the village of Wallacia, having an air-conditioned hall available for community and private events. We are more than happy to assist President Jane McLuckie and the committee of the Wallacia Progress Association, who work tirelessly to look after and maintain this lovely heritage listed hall and surrounds.”

If you are thinking of hosting a family event or party and need a venue, please consider hiring Wallacia Progress Hall. Enquiries can be made to wallaciaprogressassociation@gmail.com.

For information on how you can donate or join with Cambridge Park Lions to make a difference in our community and beyond, contact Lion Linda Lamond on 0408 530531 or at cambridgepark@lions.sydney. r Wallacia Progress Hall [Inset] L-R: Linda Lamond (President Lions Club of Cambridge Park), Jane McLuckie (President Wallacia Progress Association) and Steve Holley (District Co-ordinator Australian Lions Foundation) | Images: Jane McLuckie

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Ever since I can remember, I have had a love for radio. As a child I used to dream of sitting in a studio and conducting my own program. I would regularly go, as part of the audience, to watch shows being recorded seeing many of the stars of yesterday. Eventually my dream was realised and I was given the opportunity to move to the country to work on the local station.

That love has remained, and over the years I have stayed with radio both commercial and our local community station.

I have been fascinated since the advent of the internet and the many opportunities offered via that medium. A big part of the internet is music and generally people are turning to the internet for their music entertainment.

Whist there are quite a few internet stations operating, these aim their music at the younger audience. I felt that there was a hole to be filled, so Reminiscing Music was put together to fill that void. It offers listeners the music that they grew up with and the music they love. If you love the music from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s as much as I do and you enjoy different music styles (Rock, Standards, Country, Jazz etc), try reminiscingmusic.com. It’s been made for you. r Reminiscing Music’s Warren McCarroll | Image/Article: Warren McCarroll

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Big School Calling for Rio

Do you still remember your first day at school?

For many of us, it’s a day we’ll never ever forget. The first step of a journey that will change our lives forever. Thousands of children across the state and country are about to start this same journey. Rio Cook is one of those children, counting down the days until he starts at big school.

This year, Rio will join his older brothers Luca (11) and Jonas (6) at Warragamba Public School. After watching on, he finally gets to join them together for the first time as students. Rio loves books and he can’t wait to learn how to read.

“Rio attended the Orientation Days at Warragamba Public School with his friends and teachers from Warragamba Preschool. He is quite familiar with the school due to both of his brothers attending there” said Kimberley Cook, Rio’s Mum. Rio also enjoys riding his BMX, scooters, swimming and tinkering with his Pa in the shed.

Starting school for the first time can be a nervous time, not just for the children, but also for their parents as well. It’s not uncommon for Mums and Dads to shed a tear once or twice when they wave goodbye. In Kimberley’s case, it can be easier with your third child.

“As Rio’s Mum, when he starts school for the first time, I will feel excited for the next chapter of his life and maybe a little sad that my little guy is growing up. I’m much more relaxed the third time around” Kimberley replied.

Rio already knows what he wants to do when he finishes school. He loves anything to do tools or the Army.

“He could be a tradie or in the Army” added Kimberley.

The Cook family appreciate living in the local area and they see Rio and his brothers going to school here as the perfect fit.

“The Warragamba and Silverdale area is very family friendly.

It’s a small town, where people know your name. I think we are very lucky here in terms of the community facilities and the opportunities we have” ended Kimberley. r Feature Article: Dressed and ready to go | Rio preparing for big school.

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Free Pool Entry For Seniors Wollondilly Shire Council is offering free pool entry for seniors during the month of February in celebration of Seniors Festival 2020.

Seniors are encouraged to get active during the month of February by getting along to their local pool to swim or do some gentle exercise in a lane.

Seniors who live in Wollondilly will be eligible to access free entry into Wollondilly Leisure Centre and Warragamba Pools by registering their details upon arrival.

Wollondilly Mayor, Matthew Deeth said “We were blown away that an overwhelming 1500 seniors accessed free swimming in 2019, so Council has again opened the pools to allow our seniors to get active and social this year. Alongside free swimming, Council is proud to be partnering with local seniors services and community groups to promote one-off events and ongoing activities. Seniors are encouraged to get out, be active and enjoy what seniors festival in Wollondilly has to offer”.

Seniors will be able to access free entry to Wollondilly Leisure Centre, 434 Argyle St, Picton and Warragamba Pools, Farnsworth Ave, Warragamba from 1 February to 29 February 2020.

Council in partnership with local seniors service providers and community groups is also releasing its annual Seniors Festival 2020 booklet, showcasing one-off events and ongoing projects available to seniors in Wollondilly. Seniors are encouraged to hold onto their booklets for the year as it has ongoing seniors activities and an important step-by-step guide on how to access the Commonwealth Government’s Home Support Programme.

Seniors are encouraged to pick up or view a copy of the event schedule at the following locations:  Wollondilly Library  Wollondilly Shire Council Administration Building  Online from Council’s Website  Tahmoor Community Centre  Warragamba Pools  Warragamba Silverdale Neighbourhood Centre  Wollondilly Leisure Centre or contact Council on 4677 9550 to be sent a copy

Who Can Design Your Building Project?

Architects are professionals that have university degrees and are members of the Institute of Architects in Australia. These Architects do charge a professional fee, but often most of their work is in major cities where there are high-rise buildings, skyscrapers, large commercial and industrial projects such as shopping malls and high-rise home units. Most of their work is for development projects.

Architects can and will charge 6% to 10% plus of the construction costs and will take the project from a green field stage to final hand over to clients. A domestic residence of $500,000 would incur an Architect fee of close to $30,000 to $50,000 to design. In some cases, this does not include Structural Engineering or other professional services required to meet Council DA and CC (Development Application and Construction Certificate). These types of fees are not within reach of most people who want to live in a well-designed home. These architecturally designed homes are often well in the range of 2 to 5 million dollars and more to construct/built (See next issue for a continuation of this topic) John Gersteling MBDAA Accredited Building Designer Ph: 47741931 | M: 0419299806 E: john@building-designs.net r Image: www.pexels.com

New Committee for Mulgoa The Annual General Meeting for the Mulgoa Progress Association took place with a record turnout of members and an almost entirely new committee elected to represent the community.

Over two hundred members attended the meeting in December at the Mulgoa Hall on Littlefields Road, following an unprecedented wave of interest in the organisation that saw a record number of new membership applications accepted in the three weeks preceding.

Five of the seven members voted into positions, sit on the association’s committee for the first time.

The MPA’s primary objectives focus on progress and preservation, working to protect the natural beauty and rich heritage of the valley while ensuring the community is influential in planning and shaping the future of Mulgoa amid inevitable growth in the region.

The committee will work to foster a stronger working relationship with local and state government departments, community organisations and local businesses, reflecting the voice of the association’s membership and with the aim of achieving outcomes in the best interests of the community.

The Mulgoa Progress Association Committee: President Mr Tim Hawkins, Vice President Ms Sandra Newham, Secretary Mrs Vicki Skoulogenis, Treasurer Ms Cilla Tey, Committee Member Mr Daniel Armstrong, Committee Member Mr Dean Bouzianis and Committee Member Mr Ryan Kelly.

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Article Written + Submitted by: Narelle Smith Family Practitioner E: handsheartsandminds@gmail.com Blog: https://handsheartsminds.wordpress.com/

Have You Given Any Thought To Your Parenting Goals This Year?

We set personal goals and work goals. We watch lifestyle shows on the television or scan social media to get ideas about how we want to make changes to our home and garden. We make holiday plans.

How often do we take stock of what is happening within our family? What is going well? What could we do better? What are our family’s values and how do we communicate and role model our values to and for our children? With parenting we often fall into autopilot mode. We fall into familiar ways of interacting and behaving.

Humans are social and emotional beings. The foundation for our health and wellbeing is connection and belonging. Family can provide the most important and satisfying relationships that we will ever experience, or the most damaging. The difference between establishing and maintaining constructive or destructive relational patterns is intention and reflection.

Intention is staying focused on what we want to achieve.

Reflection is thinking about what went well and what we could do better next time. This can be such hard work but it can be achieved with small and consistent change. The effort requires kindness – with yourself and others. Kind enough to allow for mistakes and to learn from them. It also requires bravery – being brave enough to try again and keep going. Kindness and bravery go hand in hand.

I recently came across the concept of ‘Ubuntu’ which is a Southern African word meaning “I am because we are”. That rings true for our children and for ourselves. In a TEDX talk by Dozie Okeleke (https://youtube/vBUy7XmbB7M) he quotes an African saying “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together”.

And so it goes when we are interacting with our children. For example, if we are nagging or yelling at our child, and the child becomes belligerent, we may get frustrated with the child’s behaviour. Reflecting on this situation – what do we want to achieve and what is the most effective way to manage it that honours the people involved and the family as a whole? What have your child and you learnt from the experience?

We are all a work in progress.

Congrats Jaymie

Jaymie Gerhard started his primary school education at Wallacia Public School and moved to The Oaks for Years 5 and 6. He is now off to high school.

He is a very talented young man in music and excels in guitar playing.

He applied to continue his education at Campbelltown Performing Arts and was accepted for his exceptional talent with the guitar. He has competed in many contests with The Music Bus and has always done very well. He has released a song with The Music Bus Super Band, and it is on YouTube. He quite often places first in his category.

Jaymie, along with his brother Jack and another student, have formed a band called ‘Division 18’. He is a mad keen Metallica and Queen fan to the point that he drives his family nuts! He can recite Bohemian Rhapsody in his sleep.

Jaymie grew his hair for the World’s Greatest Shave and raised quite a lot of money for the charity. He has been growing it for almost two years now. It will be long enough for a wig this time.

I am sure we will see and hear a lot more about Jaymie in the future with his musical talents and we wish him all the best in his future endeavours.

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Restoring Wallacia’s Wildlife Wonderlands at Fowler Reserve You can learn more about our local animals and plants and help protect them by removing threatening invasive weeds.

The reserve is 5 hectares and is a unique example of two different vegetation types converging together - a Cumberland Plain Alluvial Woodland and Shale Sandstone Forest. This convergence creates an interesting mixture of trees and shrubs within the Reserve and forms a vital wildlife corridor for a variety of animals to move through the area.

The dominating invasive weeds that have been identified include Balloon Vine and Lantana.

The event is a collaboration between Penrith City Council and Conservation Volunteers Australia and Western Sydney Airport.

Register: Please register for the event at Conservation Volunteers Australia’s Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite. com.au/e/restoring-wallacias-wildlife-wonderlands-fowlerreserve-tickets-88429971425.

Wear: Long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, a hat and fully enclosed shoes. Please bring a bottle of water along as well.

Parking: Parking is available within the reserve.

Transport: Conservation Volunteers Australia is providing transport to Fowler Reserve from Penrith Train Station. If you require transport to the site, please purchase “Fowler Reserve (including transport)” tickets from the Eventbrite page. Spaces are limited.

Date: 19 February 2020 - 9:00am - 2:00pm Location: Fowler Reserve, adjacent to 8 Silverdale Road, Wallacia NSW 2745.

11th Annual Back to Warragamba Reunion Day All past and present residents, families and friends are cordially invited to join us for this big day.

Morning tea will be served on arrival with homemade cakes baked by our local ladies and gentlemen. Name tags will also be issued to all attendees.

There will be historical photos and DVD’s on display showing the dam construction, the town, sporting teams, Warragamba Public School (including special items from the early days at the school). You can bring along your memorabilia for display on the day too.

The ‘Spillway Bistro’ is open for lunch and dinner. The club’s courtesy bus will be running with tours of the town and the dam, prior to lunch.

After lunch, we will release remembrance balloons in memory of our relations and friends who are no longer with us.

A special note is that Carmen Hall has just released her historical book ‘Reflections from the Water’, which has stories of Warragamba by the people of Warragamba and Silverdale. Carmen is organising a second print run and will be taking orders at the reunion.

This Reunion Day is proudly sponsored and financed by Warragamba Workers and Sporting Club Ltd. Come along and catch up with old friends and make this one the best one yet.

For enquiries, please contact Terry Frazer on 0410 784412.

Save the date!

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Headaches! Could It Be Your Muscles - Muscling-In On Your Happy Life Headache is the most common cause of neurological consultation for doctors, most being ‘primary headache’, i.e. not the result of another medical condition such as a tumour or aneurism. Correctly diagnosing headache cause is vital, it might be a ‘red-flag’ to a rare underlying condition that may be serious & possibly life-threatening. E.g. headaches with: 1. Sudden onset, severe (thunderclap) headaches could signal a. intracranial haemorrhage, b. vertebral artery dissection, c. cerebral venous thrombosis d. reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome 2. stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, recent onset of confusion, altered consciousness, fever raises concerns of infection.

3. sensory changes, weakness, double vision or visual field defects also need investigation 4. enlarged blind spot suggests papilledema / raised intracranial pressure 5. worse for coughing, straining, sneezing may signal raised intracranial pressure 6. worse for eye movement and/or impaired vision may suggest inflammation of the optic nerve Most people get primary headaches: 1. Tension-type, 2. migraine, 3. cluster headaches.

38% of the population suffer tension headaches, 10% migraines and <1% cluster headaches, and almost all migraine suffers also have tension headaches.

A Danish study found risk factors for: 1. migraine were familial disposition, no vocational education, a high work load, frequent tension-type headache.

2. tension-type headache, were poor self-rated health, inability to relax after work, sleeping few hours per night.

Many of these risk factors may lead directly to increased stress levels, which can affect muscles.

Neurologist Egilius Spierings, states ‘Tension headache is thought to be caused by a lack of sleep, stress, hunger, thirst, eye strain or’ head neck and shoulder muscle strain, ‘usually due to bad posture - think sitting at your desk all day’, while migraine ‘occurs when blood vessels in the head dilate’, but ‘just as with tension headache, stress on the muscles in the neck, jaw and shoulders may also play a role’.

Given this you’d be surprised that Spierings says ‘in the headache world, …no attention being paid to muscles’, as headache prevention or treatment generally focused on ‘pharmacological intervention’.

Experience shows remedial work to neck & shoulder muscles provides considerable benefit for primary headaches. If you need help call us at the clinic.

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PAWS A WHILE

Article Written + Submitted by: Camille Brandt from Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital A: 49 Wentworth Rd, Orchard Hills P: 4736 2027

Adopt a Friend for Life!

Our Kitten Adoption Program enables us to find homes for stray and unwanted kittens.

Each kitten has a health check by a veterinarian to ensure they are healthy.

They have had their first vaccination, been desexed, microchipped and have a product called Advocate applied, which controls fleas, intestinal worms and heartworm. We also worm them for tapeworms.

We have 4 lovely kittens ready for adoption now. They have been raised here from a young age at the veterinary hospital and are very dog friendly.

Female, ginger short hair, born 9.11.19, approx. 12 weeks of age.

Male, black short hair, born 9.11.19, approx. 12 weeks of age.

Male, white and tabby short hair, born 5.10.19, approx. 16 weeks of age.

Male, tabby and white short hair, born 5.10.19, approx. 16 weeks of age.

They all have playful personalities and are so much fun to watch when they play together.

When you adopt a kitten you are making a long term decision. Cats can live up to 20 years if provided with a loving caring home. Kittens have certain requirements including providing a balanced and nutritious kitten diet which you will need to change to an adult formula after the age of 9 months.

Your kitten needs a yearly vaccination to protect it against diseases.

Routine flea and worm medication must be also given.

If you are interested in adopting one of our kittens, feel free to pop in for a visit.

Please feel free to pop in anytime and meet the team at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital. Call 4736 2027 to make an appointment. Check us out on Facebook and online at www.orchardhillsvet.com.au. v Images Supplied

WE HAVE MOVED. BUT YOU WON’T HAVE TO LOOK FAR! Camille Brandt BVSc(Hons 1), MVS(SAP)

CONSULTING HOURS Monday to Friday: 8am - 7pm | Saturdays: 8am - 2pm Services provided include: • General Surgery (desexing to orthopedics) • Vaccinations and in-house pathology • Radiology and Dentistry • Visiting specialist radiographer and ultrasonographer • Puppy preschool • Grooming and hydrobath • Home visits • Cat boarding and Kitten adoption • Secure off leash dog park CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION www.orchardhillsvet.com.au or Join us on Facebook

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Thursday Wallacia Fishing Club 6pm - 8pm At Wallacia Bowling Club General Meeting 2nd Thursday Of Every Month. Everyone Welcome. Especially New Members. Juniors and Seniors.

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COBBITTY First Saturday of the month Cobbitty Village Markets Where: Cobbitty Public School, Cobbitty Rd, Cobbitty. Enquiries: 0438 512 728 cobbittymarkets.com.au

LUDDENHAM First Saturday of the month Luddenham Uniting Church Markets Starts early for bargains Over 20 stalls selling various goods Tea, coffee, sandwiches and scones sold in Church Hall Northern Rd, Luddenham Enquiries Heather 0427510501 First Saturday of the month Mulgoa Landcare Group 9am – 1pm. Phone: 0411 487 512 for venue. Market at Uniting Church, Northern Rd, Luddenham. Cancer Council Rose bushes for sale.

Last Sunday of the month Hubertus Country Club Markets 8:30am start. Household goods, brica-brac, arts and crafts, plants, food and refreshments.

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Sunday - Once each season Mulgoa Country Market 8 March, 14 June, 13 September, 13 December 10am - 2pm.

Join us in the beautiful Mulgoa Park to welcome the new season each quarter with local stallholders in a country environment.

From food stalls to jumping castles, hand made items, plants and more.

Wednesday Rotary Club of Wallacia-Mulgoa Valley Cost of meal $20.00 per head (One course, Plus tea coffee/BYO Alcohol) To book, contact Jan Bradley on 0428 289 919. Expressions of interest for Guest Speakers, please call Jan or email: wmvrotary@iprimus.com.au

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Whether you’re an owner or a tenant, the Oran Park Town Development Team would like to welcome you!

To receive your Welcome Gift and Information Pack. Please Contact the Sales Office on 9043 7500 Every Tuesday Community Playgroup 10am –11.30am Oran Park Library Community Room 72 Central Avenue, Oran Park 2570 Benevolent Society 0450 840 188 Every Wednesday PlayTime @ NewLife Anglican Church 10am (During School terms) PlayTime is for Mums and Carers with kids 0-5. Cnr Marcus Loane Way + Central Avenue, Oran Park.

Enquiries: www.newlifeanglican.org. au/wp/playtime Every Wednesday + Thursday + Friday BIBS (Babies into books) 10 am Fun half hour session of stories and rhymes that introduces literacy to 0-18 month olds and their carers.

10am Wednesday @ Oran Park Library 10am Thursday @ Camden Library 10am Wednesday and Thursday @ Narellan Library Wednesday Sprouts Academy (tuition) 4.30pm – 5.30pm For information call Inderpreet on 0449 573 927 or email sproutsacademy.au@gmail.com Wednesdays + Saturdays Storytime @ Oran Park Library, 11am Wednesdays, 10.30am Saturdays Thursday 9:30am –11am (During School Terms) Little Joey’s Playgroup Oran Park St Mary Mackillop Catholic Parish 94 Oran Park Drive, Oran Park Cost: $2.00 per child / per week Little Joey’s is a new community based Playgroup for children aged 0 - 5yrs and their parents, grandparents or carers. It is run by St.Mary MacKillop Catholic Parish Oran Park and everyone is welcome.

Phone: (02) 4648 2226 Parish Office Email: oranpark@dow.org.au

Fourth Thursday of the month Dilly Wanderer 9:30am –11am. Civic Park, Weir Rd, Warragamba Monday, Wednesday + Friday Warradale Men’s Shed 9am – 2pm. A place where men can socialise, talk about their problems and build new friendships. We are a member of the “Australian Men’s Shed Association” Come to us if you have time on your hands or just want to sit around yarning.. We are at 10 Eighteenth St, Warragamba (opposite the Worker’s Club). Try your hand at woodworking, gardening etc. We welcome, we listen, we help. Try us. Roll up any time.

Enquires: Gary 0433 396 369, Les 0408 969 593, Graeme 0468 450 269 Thursday Gentle Exercise Group 9am – 10am Do you want to join a friendly group with lots of laughs & social interaction?

Work at your own pace. Memory & Relaxation Techniques. A great way to improve: Osteoporosis and Arthritis problems, Co-ordination & Balance Warragamba Town Hall. Cost: $3 Enquires: 4774 1273 Friday Warragamba Hobby Hut 10am - 12noon.

Morning teas are held each Friday 10am.

These groups are informal and designed for sharing, so please drop in and have a look around.

Opening times for the shop are: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9am to 2pm, and and Saturdays 10am-2pm.

Location: Hobby Hut 13 Third Street, Warragamba.

Friday Our Community Pantry Northern Outreach Service 7pm-8pm A food rescue service providing food hampers to the local community.

The Friday night pick up service provides hampers from $30. Location: Warragamba Town Hall Annex - 1 Civic Centre Circle, Warragamba.

www.districtgazette.com.au/events Heads Up! Event dates may alter at short notice. Check with the event organiser for the most up to date details.

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Well, what a tough few months it has been. You don't need me to tell you about the devastation these fires have caused for families and business owners, or the health implications faced by many with existing respiratory or other health concerns.

What is worth highlighting is the heroic efforts of all of our wonderful emergency services workers, many of whom worked tirelessly for days, weeks and months to help provide the best outcome for our friends, neighbours and communities.

As we face 2020, somewhat with a degree of uncertainty about our future climate and landscape, one thing we know for sure is that our community spirit is 100% alive.

We are very fortunate to be surrounded by the strength and support of this amazing community that we each call home.

We're glad to be back at the tip of 2020 with another year full of inspiring local stories and accomplishments, supporting local businesses and delivering directly to your door!

Enjoy Your Community News. 'Your speed does not matter. Forward is forward!'.

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