Oran Park Gazette August 2017

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NOW DELIVERING TO GREGORY HILLS

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oran park Distributed from the 1st Week of Every Month Excluding January AUGUST 2017 www.oranparkgazette.com.au Delivered monthly to Oran Park + Harrington Park + Harrington Grove + Gregory Hills | Cost: Free Issue 20

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Harrington Park Chefs Tastes Success!

A Harrington Park chef has had her cooking skills recognised in Australia’s longest running culinary competition for young chefs.

Victoria Black (apprentice chef, Campbelltown Catholic Club, aged 18) went hat to hat at the TAFE NSW (Ryde Campus) in the 2017 Nestlé Golden Chef's Hat Award and took home a bronze medal.

One of eleven heats across the country, the NSW cook-off saw 15 teams step up to the plate, going all out to deliver their best dishes on the day (Wednesday 12th July) to be judged against nationally recognised culinary standards.

Victoria (and teammate Mikaila Mikulic) created a two-course menu of lamb with butter poached carrots, sautéed zucchini and lamb jus for their main and a citrus tart with caramel apples and chocolate mint ganache for their dessert course.

Victoria, who entered the Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Award to see how she would stack up against other young chefs, said, “I’ve never done anything like this before and thought it would be a great opportunity to try something different and learn some new skills.”

Executive Chef at Nestlé Professional, Mark Clayton says, "Taking part in the Nestlé Golden Chef's Hat Award makes you push yourself to the next level. Competing is vital to the professional development of young chefs, you learn so much from this type of experience.  Mikaila Mikulic & Victoria Black | Image Supplied

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COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD Recently moved into Oran Park?

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

Wednesdays 10am (During School terms) PlayTime @ NewLife Anglican Church 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

Saturday 5 August (1st Saturday of the Month) Cobbitty Village Markets Where: Cobbitty Public School, Cobbitty Rd, Cobbitty. Enquiries: 0438 512 728 cobbittymarkets.com.au

Wednesday 10am – 2pm Oran Park Craft Group Community Room, Cnr Oran Park + Peter Brock Drives, Oran Park. Free (incl. tea/ coffee). BYO lunch and your own craft hobby to work on. New members are most welcome to join in at any time.

For Enquiries or to register your interest please contact Billie 0418 668 823

Monday 10am –11.30am Community Playgroup Community Room - Cnr Oran Park Drive + Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park Benevolent Society 0450 840 188 Monday + Wednesday 7pm – 8pm Personal Defence Community Room - Cnr Oran Park Drive + Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park Enquiries: David 0415 805 931 Monday + Tuesday 3:30pm – 6:30pm CB Dance Community Room - Cnr Oran Park Drive + Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park Enquiries: Cassandra 0431 062 030

Wednesdays 10am – 2pm Trauma Teddy Drop Off Point Community Room, Cnr Oran Park + Peter Brock Drives, Oran Park The Oran Park Craft Group is proudly assisting Red Cross Volunteers to make and collect Trauma Teddies.

For Enquiries or to register your name as a “knitter”, please contact Billie 0418 668 823 Wednesday + Thursday + Friday 10 am BIBS (Babies into books)

Fun half hour session of stories and rhymes that introduces literacy to 0-18 month olds and their carers.

10am Thursday @ Camden Library 10am Wednesday and Thursday @Narellan Library Thursday 9am – 3pm Oran Park Community Preschool Community Room - Cnr Oran Park Drive + Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park Big Fat Smile 0427 045 905 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

NOTICEBOARD SUBMISSIONS Email: info@districtgazette.com.au

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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Urban Edition Delivers Ultimate Gregory Hills Lifestyle

Gregory Hills is proud to announce Urban Edition Release 1, the brand new land release at Gregory Hills. Urban Edition will eventually feature 365 affordable new lots located in the heart of Gregory Hills, all just metres from three new parks, and within walking distance of the future shopping centre, which is soon to commence construction.

Urban Edition will deliver the ultimate Gregory Hills lifestyle.

As well as parks and shops, the land release features medical facilities, child care, the Gregory Hills Community Centre and the wonderful Il Sapore restaurant which is already serving up delicious meals and coffee.

“Urban Edition is probably our best land release to date,” said David Taylor, General Manager of Dart West Developments.

“It captures all the best things about living at Gregory Hills, and is an ideal location for first home buyers looking to take advantage of the recent NSW Government announcements

about stamp duty exemptions and first home buyer grants. First home buyers will be able to save more than $30,000 on many of the lots within the Urban Edition.”

David also noted that buyers in Urban Edition will also benefit from great transport connections with Gregory Hills Drive on schedule to connect through to Campbelltown Railway Station and the M5 before people even have to settle on their land purchase.

Whether you’re after a great block in a central location or a house and land package from Sydney’s best builders, Urban Edition at Gregory Hills is ideal for you. Land went on sale last month.

For more information, contact the Gregory Hills Land Sales office on 4648 5511 or info@gregoryhills.com.au. More information can also be found at www.gregoryhills.com.au/ urbanedition

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FAITH – NEWLIFE ANGLICAN ORAN PARK

Article Written + Submitted by: Lead Pastor Stuart Starr @ New Life Anglican Church W: newlifeanglican.org.au E: stuart@ newlifeanglican.org.au A: Cnr Central Avenue + Marcus Loane Way, Oran Park

Attitude Is Everything Do you have kids with a good attitude? Do you see others in the traffic with a bad attitude? Do you find yourself struggling with a wrong attitude towards something (or someone) that matters? How do you fix it? After all, our attitudes are such an intangible thing. They have no physical shape, or colour, or size.

They take up no space in the cupboard, or under the sink. What tools would you use on an attitude to adjust it? Where would you spray a bit of WD40 to take a squeak out?

The place I look to have my attitudes tuned up is a 2000 year old Eastern spiritual handbook written by 40 authors over 1500 years. The biggest theme that I see running through its pages is humility. Humility is the antidote to pride. Humility is heart of the servant. Humility is often a stranger in today’s world and so even if we know we need it, we often don’t know where to start.

The difficulty, it seems, is to find anyone who might serve as an example. Perhaps you know one or two. Fortunately, the Bible (my spiritual handbook) isn’t lacking when it comes to examples of humility. “ Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus.” When I want an attitude check I should look to be more like Jesus.

Choosing to put yourself second is the big idea here. Not because you’re worthless - but because you see the worth of others. Jesus didn’t just call people to be humble. In humility Jesus served us by dying on the cross in our place. Perhaps we need a little less of the attitude of the sportsmen and women, singers, and movie stars of our fame-obsessed culture in the traffic and in our workplaces. Perhaps we could turn to the carpenter from Nazareth who thought so much of you that He laid down His life for yours. That’s an attitude I could use a little more of.

Help Provide a Safe Home For Life Uniting Burnside is looking for people who can provide a safe, nurturing home for children who are unable to remain with their families. You will be assessed and trained as foster carers to care for children in a range of options.

For some being a Foster Carer means providing short term care for children whilst their families develop the parenting skills required to have their children restored to their care.

In cases where children are unable to return to their birth families foster carers can be assessed as guardians, adoptive parents or long term carers to provide permanency for children.

Carers can provide a safe home for life for children who have experienced trauma and help them build positive nurturing relationships with the people in their lives. You will be supported

by Uniting Burnside to do this through ongoing training and casework support.

Foster Carers also receive a foster care allowance to assist them meet the needs of children. Working with Children Checks and Criminal History Checks apply.

If you would like to find out more please call the Foster Care Recruitment Team on 9768 6955 or visit www.uniting.org

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Fresh bread, sweet cakes, hot pies, it’s enough to make your mouth water.

Good news! There are new bakers in town and they know their stuff. Not only is all the baking done on the premises by manager and baker/pastry chef James, but they are open 7 days a week. They are reasonably priced and happy to take orders, big or small for your next event or party.

James has been in the industry since leaving school and a business owner and baker/ pastry chef since 1999. Taking over the Oran Park bakery earlier this year, you can already see the dedication and talent just by looking at all the delicious and fresh cakes and pastries on display that James and his team can offer our local community.

For only $2.50, you can pick up a fresh loaf of bread made daily on the premises that will be sure to squish in your hands, it’s that soft. Get in early, it sells out quick.

When asking James why he chose Oran Park as his next business venture, he said “We chose Oran Park because the community are friendly and family oriented”.

The next time you’re down at the Oran Park Podium, say Hi to James, grab a loaf of bread or a cake and keep supporting our local businesses.

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Oran Park Hosts Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea The people and community of Oran Park recently came together to support the Cancer Council and raise valuable funds, with the Oran Park Sales and Information Centre playing host to Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea last month.

“I had a New Year’s resolution to do something ‘charitable’, said Event Organiser Tiana Reeves. "The event took about two months to plan and prepare. I was absolutely blown away by how generous and willing people were to help and support the cause. Together, we raised $1,760.20”.

The successful event included an enjoyable morning attended by many local family and friends, participating in kid’s activities such as face painting, coloured hair spraying and plaster figure painting as well as a sausage sizzle and delicious teas and cakes on offer.

Tiana, who was assisted by her Aunty Brooke, knows what it’s like to have a loved one suffer with Cancer. Raising money for the Cancer Council was important to her.

“I have lost 3 of my great grandparents to Cancer and my Nan and Great Uncle are both currently fighting their own Cancer battles. I have seen first-hand how this deadly and dark disease rips through people’s lives so effortlessly, leaving a trail of destruction and devastation in its path. We all know or love someone that has been affected by it. The Cancer Council relies on us to participate and support events such as these” she said.

Tiana would like to thank the local community, including businesses, who supported the event. Tiana’s Aunty Brooke who organised the recipes and dishes on the day, Evans and Sons Jewellers Macarthur Square, Attz Hair Campbelltown, Jodie from ButtonUp Designs, St Andrews IGA, St Andrews Bakery, Home of Serenity Oran Park, Beauty Base Narellan, Indulgence Spa & Beauty Mount Annan, Anytime Fitness Oran Park, Extract Expresso Gregory Hills, Grima Bros Wholesale Produce Gregory Hills, Cupcakes in Camden, Folwick Constructions Gregory Hills, Floral Designs Oran Park along with Jayden Houghton Photography for capturing the event and Coates Hire Campbelltown for use of a BBQ. “And of course, a big thank you to Josephine from Greenfields for allowing us the use of the venue” finished Tiana.  Some of the delicious cakes at the event | Image: Jayden Houghton (Houghton Photography)

Oran Park Probus Club The Oran Park Probus Club provides an avenue for active senior members of our community to meet in circumstances which provide friendship, fellowship, fun and intellectual stimulus through social interaction and activities.

The Oran Park Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month (excluding January) at 10.00am at NewLife Anglican Church, cnr.

Central Avenue and Marcus Loane Way, Oran Park. We welcome new members.

If you are interested in finding out more about our Club then please contact the secretary: Helen Duhs at phduhs@gmail.com or 0412 508 828.

 President, Gail Huckstepp watching David Crooks present a gift to speaker Mark Jackson.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT The Mobile Apps Man

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Growing your business is all about making a personal connection with each and every customer. By making a connection, you can turn browsers into first time buyers, and returning customers into repeat buyers.

At The Mobile Apps Man, we specialise in making the process of mobile app and custom software development accessible for businesses of all shapes and sizes. No matter what you need a helping hand with, we’re here to help.

Fluent in all mobile platforms and bursting with innovative ideas, we take pride in what we do. By collaborating with you as we get to know your business, we can suggest new and exciting ways you can connect with your customers.

From targeted advertising in the local area to one-off special offers, we make sure that everything appears in the palm of your customer’s hand in an instant. Ideal for increasing your outreach as you build your brand and showcase what you do better than anyone else.

We understand that the language of the technical world isn't for everyone, so we break things down into plain English every step of the way. That way, we can work together to create something that not only enables your business to grow, but that your customers will truly love.

In the era of the smartphone, going mobile has never been more important. Mobile device usage is now outpacing the desktop PC as the vast majority of your potential customers prioritise mobility and portability to an ever increasing degree.

If you have an idea for an app, contact The Mobile Apps Man today and see for yourself why we are right for the job.

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HSC Is On Its Way

This month, hundreds of students will be sitting down to one of the most important exams of their lives, the start of the HSC. A time in every student’s life where mixed feelings, anxiety, nervousness and sometimes worry creeps in and takes over.

The Higher School Certificate (HSC) is the highest educational award in New South Wales schools. It is awarded to students who successfully complete Years 11 and 12 in New South Wales.

The HSC is an internationally recognised credential that provides a foundation for students entering tertiary study, vocational training or employment.

Oran Park student Tahlia Gonzalez-Parada is just one of our locals sitting her first exam this month and we asked her how she is preparing for her HSC and the start of the rest of her life.

"Right now I’m just taking each day and exam as they come and trying not to worry too much about it. I’m most worried about my Math exams, but I’m confident that I should do ok in my English one" she said.

Tahlia is hoping to achieve a score of 80 and above to pursue her dream of studying criminology.

When talking with Tahlia about her current marks, her biggest regret was not taking her Year 11 exams seriously. Most students don’t realise that these exams count towards your final HSC mark and may help with early entry into a university of choice.

She couldn’t express enough how important it is for students who are heading into Year 11 next year to take note, be serious and study hard because it could be the turning point to the rest of your life.

3 tips for students sitting their exams: 1. Try not to stress or panic, don’t doubt your ability or knowledge and stay confident.

2. Attempt all questions; come back to harder ones later.

3. Read all questions carefully.

Good luck to all students. We wish you all the best in your future adventures.  Tahlia hard at work | Image Supplied

Want to watch some great movies?

The Library's Movie Club screens a variety of films every month.

No bookings required or tickets to worry about.

Just come and see some great movies.

The Movie Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at Narellan Library. Screenings start at 6pm.

Coffee, tea and biscuits available.

BYO food and non-alcoholic beverages.

For more information contact

Narellan Library on (02) 4645 5039

Some films are restricted in accordance with Australian Film Classifications. Proof of age will be required.

Upcoming screenings:

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Camden Family Daycare Finding The Right Educator For My Child?

We understand that placing your child in care can be overwhelming for families, so we strive to ensure that this is a pleasant experience. Location, hours, days and most importantly your child’s needs are considered in the placement of your child with an educator. Contact the helpful coordination unit staff now to enquire about family day care on 4645 5190 Are You An Early Childhood Professional?

Camden Family Day Care is always on the look-out for experienced and qualified early childhood professionals. If you are committed to the early childhood sector and passionate about supporting families and children, then contact our staff on 4645 5190 to register your interest in becoming a Family Day Care educator.  Staff and children enjoying the outdoors | Image: Vicki Cook

What Is Family Day Care?

Family Day Care is a unique home-based education and care service that offers a warm, safe, secure and stimulating home environment catering for young babies through to pre-teens.

Camden Family Day Care is the leading and largest approved Family Day Care service in the Camden local government area.

Camden Family Day Care is auspiced by Camden Council.

What Is Quality Child Care?

Quality children's education and care is where children are happy, engaged and learning with qualified Educators who are nurturing and caring. Camden Family Day Care staff and educators are committed to supporting the delicate transition of children between home and care and they will guide you and listen to you through the placement process.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT XThailence You don’t have to travel to find great food, with exciting Thai Cuisine found right here in our own neighbourhood thanks to XThailence at Oran Park Podium.

Owner Paul Anderson, opened the popular local Thai restaurant in October, 2014 (nearly three years ago) and has many years of family experience in the industry “My wife’s family are from Laos. They have always been made up of good cooks.

They decided, with the growing popularity of “Thai Cuisine” in Sydney, to open their own restaurant in 2005. Due to the success of that restaurant, other family members wanted their own restaurants. Another six restaurants under various names are now operating throughout Sydney and are all going very well” he said.

XThailence has grown to employ 15 local staff members. It’s no wonder that people love Thai Cuisine, with many customers coming back, not only for the healthy and fresh food on offer, but for the reasonable prices as well.

“Our plans are to keep growing with the area. We will continue to keep our food and service at a high standard and to change the menu with additional items from time to time” explained Owner Paul.

When asked what he likes best about working in the local area, Paul’s face beamed with a big smile; “Just like us, Oran Park is new. It’s good to see the growth in us and all our neighbours”.

XThailence is located at Shop 4A Oran Park Podium in Oran Park. Their phone number is 02 4601 6949. Their website is www.xthailence.com.au. You can also find them on Facebook. Dine-in or take away available.

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PET CHAT Article Written + Submitted by: Angel Ngo | 5th Year Veterinary Student | University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Camden A: 410 Werombi Road, Camden | NSW | 2570 P: 4655 0777

Pet Dental Month Four out of five dogs and cats over the age of three years have some sort of dental disease.

Dental disease affects a pet’s overall health and quality of life, and is just not pleasant for them.

The Australian Veterinary Association’s Pet Dental Month is held each August and aims to share with pet owners the benefits of annual dental health checks and preventative dental care.

What is dental disease? Plaque, just like the plaque we humans have, is the build-up of bacteria and saliva. The bacteria gradually produces acid which dissolves calcium from teeth and calcifies into tartar. The hardened tartar is usually close to the gum line. The mix of bacteria, toxin and saliva causes irritation and inflammation of the gum, or gingivitis, identifiable as a red rim on the gum around the tooth.

Teeth are held to the gum by the periodontal ligaments. When an inflammation is severe enough, it disrupts the periodontal ligaments and the tooth will become loose, this is called periodontal disease.

The only real way to assess whether a tooth needs to be removed is a combination of oral examination and probing each tooth, often with X-rays, just like human dentists do.

Owners often worry whether their dog or cat will have issues eating with less teeth but dogs and cats usually cope well with some missing teeth or even no teeth at all. It might just be that their tongue lolls out a bit. They can often swallow food without much chewing, with the digestive tract doing all the work.

The number one best way to help prevent dental disease is by brushing your dog or cat’s teeth each day. However, as this is unrealistic for some owners, there are a number of excellent oral health products that your vet can recommend from chews to special diets and supplements.

Uni Vets Camden is offering FREE dental health checks throughout the month of August.

Call 02 4655 0777 to book an appointment. Please note the offer is for a dental check only, consultations regarding other conditions may incur additional fees.

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Harrington Park Chefs Tastes Success!

Putting yourself up to be judged on your culinary talent is tough, but this is ultimately how you hone your skills and build your networks.”

The Nestlé Golden Chef's Hat Award has been running for 52 years and is Australia’s longest running culinary competition for young chefs. 2017 has seen more chefs enter across the country than ever before, with this year’s finalists set to go on to be some of the industry’s brightest talents.

The winning team from the NSW heat, Tyler Khor and Davy Dai, have secured themselves an all expenses paid trip to the National Final in Sydney this September, where they will battle it out in front of a live audience in purpose built kitchens at Fine Food Australia.

This year’s national winning team will be awarded a once in a lifetime culinary trip to Vietnam.

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Expressions of Interest Do you run your own business? Do you have young kids and work from home?

Do you find it hard to network and promote your business due to having kids?

Coming soon to Oran Park is a creative business networking meeting with a difference.

Bring the kids along and talk to like minded business parents who are running their own business and juggling a family.

A great opportunity to promote your local business, swap tips and ideas for success and all come together in a non judgemental environment where we can talk business, kids and what we need to do to create that lifestyle balance we all struggle with on a daily basis.

A weekly 1 hour meeting where children are kept occupied by a trained and certified carer, while parents can enjoy a coffee or tea to discuss their business and create a great networking base to refer and offer advise to fellow business owners.

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