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A MeSSAGe FROM THe MAYOR OF LANe COVe councillor deBorah hutchenS
If you have an issue that you would like to raise with Councillor Deborah Hutchens, she can be contacted on:
PHONe:
0422 174 730
eMAIL:
dhutchens@lanecove.nsw. gov.au
At the end of February, Council submitted its response to the State Government’s proposed merger of Lane Cove, Hunter's Hill and Ryde councils. In what will no doubt be an important document in the history of our local government area, the submission addressed the key legislative areas outlined in the State government’s proposal. This included financial sustainability, structural matters, ward boundaries and communities of interest. Trying to explain the nuances and connections that make Lane Cove the community that it is has been difficult, but I am confident that the submission provided by Council is one we can all be proud of. It speaks volumes about how a small Council can punch way above its weight and shows just how fortunate our community is to have had such a connected relationship between Council and the community. We have fantastic facilities, access to so many artistic, cultural and community pursuits, ongoing relationships with our sporting and community groups as well as a strong financial position. I certainly hope that the State Government reads between the lines of the submission and sees that this is a strong council with a stronger community as a result. As and when Council receives an update on the next steps of the State Government’s process, we will update the community. We expect this to take place sometime from April onwards. Visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/fitforthefuture for the latest news.
WALk ArOuNd The WOrLd
It was wonderful to have a sunny morning to help officially kick-start the 2016 Walk Around the World program a few weeks ago. This fabulous Lane Cove initiative is a great way to highlight the health and wellbeing benefits of staying active. The Rotary Club of Lane Cove continues to inspire commitment to this important event. They are the backbone of the program with Lane Cove Aquatic Leisure Centre and Council providing solid support and resources to the program. A number of program sponsors have also joined in the event including principal sponsor Hyecorp as well as Blue Fit; Crayons; Lane Cove Community Chaplaincy; The Foot Group; and Total Surveying Solutions. It’s not too late to join by visiting www. walkaroundtheworld.org.au and registering $20 to receive your pedometer. Together we are aiming to walk even further than previous years and given that we are now in the program’s fifth year, I think this could be our best one yet! summer reAdiNg cLub
I had the pleasure of presenting children who successfully completed the Library’s Summer Reading Club with their certificates last month. The Lane Cove Library continues to be a hub for some of our youngest members of the community who clearly have a love of reading. greeNWich bAThs
Congratulations to the BlueFit Foundation for their successful Nippers day held for asylum seeker children and disadvantaged youth held at Greenwich Baths last month. It was a great initiative and one that will no doubt be a fond memory for all who had the opportunity to participate – well done. iNTerNATiONAL WOmeN’s dAy
I am thrilled to be hosting Lane Cove’s International Women’s Day forum this month. This inspiring event celebrates women’s achievements while promoting greater equality and harmony amongst our community. Council and the Women’s Action and Information Group have arranged a terrific event that will showcase the experiences and lessons learnt from women who have achieved success in their chosen fields. the event is being held on tuesday 22 March from 10:00am to 12:30pm at lane cove library. this event does book out so i would encourage anyone interested in attending to phone 9911 3591 or email azann@lanecove. nsw.gov.au today to reserve their place. LANe cOve iN hArmONy
each March Council runs its Autumn Harmony program which aims to celebrate the diverse cultures of people in Lane Cove and beyond. This year Council is linking its Neighbour Day campaign into the Autumn program and encouraging people to live in harmony. This includes extending welcome to new neighbours or offering to assist those in need. To assist, you can collect a free keyring from Council and pass this onto someone in your neighbourhood as a way of saying hello or thank you. if you would like to celebrate harmony day, then why not head to the living in harmony event at tantallon oval on friday 18 March.
A MeSSAGe FROM THe MAYOR OF HUNTeRS HILL councillor richard quinn
If you have an issue that you would like to raise with Richard, he can be contacted on: PHONe: 9817 7599 eMAIL: richardquinn@
huntershill.nsw.gov.au
Thank you to residents who attended the Public Inquiry into the proposed merger of Hunter's Hill, Lane Cove and Ryde Councils. Many residents attended and were able to address the Delegate to make known their views. Once again, a 4:1 majority spoke strongly against the merger proposal. Several speakers commented on the failure of the NSW Government to release full details of the KPMG report fundamental to the Government’s argument for the need to merge councils. It is difficult to consider any possible merits of the proposal without appropriate analysis of this report. Thank you also to residents who have made written submissions. We now await the outcome of this process. NATiONAL ride2schOOL dAy
On Friday 4 March we will be celebrating the biggest National Ride2School Day ever. More than 350,000 students across the nation will ride, walk, scoot or skate to school. In the 1970s, 80% of Australian school children rode or walked to school, whereas today it is only 20%. The Ride2School Day is an effort to reverse this trend. See www.bicyclenetwork.com.au for information. seNiOrs FesTivAL
Seniors can enjoy a range of activities and events during the March and April Seniors Festival, providing an opportunity to learn, connect with and enjoy activities in the local community. l Learn how to download free e-books on 16 March l Join us on a heritage harbour cruise on 18 March l enjoy the Seniors morning tea and concert on 23 March l Brush up on your first aid skills on 6 April l Learn about scams targeting older people and tips to protect yourself on 7 April. for information, contact council on 9879 9400 or visit www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au ‘Our Time’ - A NeW bus OuTiNg PrOgrAm FOr cArers ANd cAre reciPieNTs
Hunters Hill Ryde Community Services has launched a new program called ‘Our Time’. It aims to provide a stress free, enjoyable day out for both carers and care recipients and runs on a weekly basis, on alternate Mondays and Tuesdays. To find out more, contact Rosemary on 9817 0101. Fridge buybAck scheme
Fridge Buyback is an award winning energy savings program that helps save the environment and reduce your power bills by giving up your second fridge or freezer. Offering free collection and a $15 rebate if the removal does not involve stairs with more than six steps, fridges and freezers collected by Fridge Buyback are professionally degassed and the materials recycled. call 1800 708 401 or www.fridgebuyback.com.au
FOR LANE COVE AND HUNTERS HILL RESIDENTS ONLY
FREE E-WASTE
COLLECTION
This event is proudly supported by
WHEN: Saturday 16 April 2016, 8am – 4:30pm WHERE: St Ignatius’ College, Regis Campus, 29 Riverview Street, Riverview
Please ensure you bring your rates notice or driver’s licence. For a list of acceptable electronic items and more information, please visit Lane Cove Council’s website at www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/e-waste or call 9911 3555
A Lane Cove Council Waste Initiative
A MeSSAGe FROM OUR LOCAL FeDeRAL MeMBeR trent ZiMMerMan, Mp
If you have an issue that you would like to raise with Trent, he can be contacted: PHONe: 9929 9822 eMAIL: trent.zimmerman.
mp@aph.gov.au
ADDReSS: lvl 10,
2 elizabeth Plaza, north Sydney nsw 2060
POSTAL ADDReSS:
Po Box 1107, north Sydney nsw 2059
WeB: www.trentzimmerman.
com.au
FACeBOOK:
@trentzimmerman
It has been a busy start to the year as I get out and about meeting as many in the community as I can. I have already met with all of our local councils and attended great events on Australia Day and in celebration of Lunar New Year across the electorate. These events provide a wonderful reminder of the rich multiculturalism in our community. I attended the Lane Cove Australia Day ceremony where many chose to call Australia home by accepting Australian citizenship. For me, Australia’s greatest achievement of all has been our creation of the world’s most successful multicultural society. A society in which we recognise that diversity actually makes us stronger and in which all people, no matter what their creed or background, can make their future. The Lunar New Year celebrations throughout the North Sydney electorate were also a joyous occasion for the Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese communities. I particularly enjoyed the celebrations organised by the Chatswood Chinese Cultural Centre and Willoughby City Council, which included a spectacular traditional Lion Dance. I have also met with members of Lane Cove & North Side Community Services. I received a comprehensive update on their activities and the valuable contribution they make to the community in so many different areas from delivery of meals, making beds, nursing people in their homes, tidying gardens and the list goes on. I also had the opportunity to meet some of the seasoned Bridge players that attend the centre – including Beryl Nicol who turned 100 last September and is still winning at the Bridge table! The parliamentary sitting calendar commenced on 2 February 2016 with a very hectic start, including four out of the first five weeks being parliamentary sitting weeks. I have had to devote my time to getting in the swing of duties required as a Member of Parliament, whilst still mindful of meeting with my local community on the days that I am not required in Canberra. In this regard, I have recently made contact with all of the schools in the electorate to introduce myself, develop a better understanding of our schools’ priorities in the local area and discuss ways in which I may be in a position to assist. If I can be of any assistance to you or if you have a matter you wish to raise with me, please do not hesitate to make contact with me by mail, email or just by calling my office.
A MeSSAGe FROM THe MeMBeR FOR LANe COVe anthony roBertS Mp
If you have an issue that you would like to raise with Anthony, he can be contacted: PHONe: 9817 4757 FAX: 9817 5885 eMAIL: lanecove@
parliament.nsw.gov.au
ADDReSS: level 3, Suite
302, 230 Victoria Road, Gladesville 2111
POSTAL ADDReSS:
PO Box 524, Gladesville 1675
WeB: www.
anthonyrobertsmp.com.au
NsW gOverNmeNT cOmmiTTed TO reNeWAbLe eNergy
As Minister for Industry, Resources and energy, I am proud to say that NSW leads the nation in Renewable energy. Recently I was proud to be at the opening of Australia’s two largest solar plants, located in Nyngan and Broken Hill. It is a legacy that will last for generations and will greatly benefit the local and wider communities by providing a reliable, clean and cost-effective energy source. The NSW Government provided almost $65 million towards the Solar Flagship projects at Nyngan and Broken Hill, which have collectively supported more than 450 regional jobs and driven $440 million of investment into the State. At full capacity, the Nyngan Solar Plant can generate 102 megawatts, which is enough to power 33,000 NSW homes. Along with the 53 megawatt Broken Hill solar plant, the Solar Flagship projects can power more than 50,000 homes. energy security and diversity is crucial for NSW and that is why in 2013, the NSW Government released the Renewable energy Action Plan which positions NSW to increase generation from renewable energy source at the least cost to customers and with maximum benefits to the state. In fact, the share of generation from wind, solar and bioenergy sources has more than doubled over the last four years. The NSW Government made clear commitments under the State’s Renewable energy Action Plan and released the Plan’s second annual report, with 12 of its 24 goals already completed and nine more being well progressed. The position of Renewable energy Advocate, the first of its kind in Australia, was established under the Plan. The NSW Renewable energy Advocate, Ms Amy Kean, will continue to support solar and other renewable energy companies to invest in our great state. The NSW Government is also a longstanding supporter of the national Renewable energy Target (ReT). With an abundance of renewable energy resources, world-class research and development and innovative technologies, NSW is well placed to attract a significant share of future investment under the ReT. There is about $10 billion worth of renewable energy projects in NSW that either have been approved or are awaiting approval. Renewable energy is driving billions of dollars of investment, supporting thousands of jobs and diversifying income streams in regional NSW. It is a vital part of this Government’s vision for a secure, reliable, affordable and clean energy future for NSW.
Care for the aging, hope for the hurting BY REV CRAIG POTTER
St Aidan’s Anglican Church Venue: Service of healing & hope St Aidan’s Anglican Church 6 pm Sunday 20th March 1 Christina St, Longueville 1 Christina St Longueville For info contact
Time:
11.30am – 12.00pm Rev Craig Potter 94272666 or Date: office@staidans.com.au 1st Wednesday of the month
St Aidan’s Anglican Church at Longueville has a long history of care; for the vulnerable, distressed, broken and hurting in our community and beyond. From its now nine year support of a Child Survival Program in Uganda, to its partnership with Anglicare Sydney, the St Aidan’s approach has been a lived out Christian world view of care and compassion for others. St Aidan’s has recently appointed a new Assistant Minister, Rev Conor Smyth, with two thirds of his full-time role incorporating Chaplaincy at Royal North Shore Hospital. This lofty but gentle Irishman brings his amiable manner to both those in the distress of illness, and his ministry to children at Lane Cove Public school and St Aidan’s Youth group and Sunday School. Over many years, St Aidan’s has been This is a shortened holding two services of particular benefit to the Longueville and Lane Holy Communion service specially designed for members Cove community. The first is a Holy of our community who live with memory loss, have mobility difficulties or are not able to attend a regular Sunday service. This service is supported by staff and volunteers who are available to assist. Friendship service for the frail, aged and their careers Healing and Hope a contemporary service to help with the spiritual aspects of issues in relationships and mental health.
Communion church service, which is frail aged and dementia friendly. As life expectancy rises, so does the need to affirm the human made in the image of God, in spite of frailty, to have an inherent dignity and to provide life affirming activities that engage the whole person; body, mind and spirit. This service is held, in partnership with Anglicare, on the first Wednesday of every month at 11.30am and is open to anyone who would like to come along. St Aidan’s can even help with transport for those who find it difficult to get to church. In concert with this type of specialist care, the second is a healing service, now at 6pm on the third Sunday of the month. With the assistance of three psychologists in the parish and special guest speakers, this year we shall be looking at topics such as; Living With Chronic Sorrow, Surviving the Stressful Workplace, Managing Anger, Resolving Conflict, Boundaries in Relationships, Loneliness, Teenagers, Anxiety and Depression, and living with PTSD. Along with the practical help through our teaching time, participants will receive a non-judgemental listening ear and prayer for their personal need if they wish. As with all our services, everyone is welcome at our healing service.
St AidAn’S EAStEr SErvicES: u 24th March, Maundy Thursday, 7pm Holy Communion. u 25th March, Good Friday,
Service 9am. u 27th March, Easter Sunday, 8am Holy Communion and 10am Easter Celebration.
For more information please visit our website www.staidans.com.au or call 94272666
Venue: St Aidan’s st. aidan's anglican church, For more information contact: r has easy amp access. 1 christina street, longuevilleRev. Craig Potter 9427 2666 tiMe: 11.30am- 12.00pmoffice@staidans.com.au date: 1st Wednesday of the month
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This is a shortened holy Communion service specially designed for members of our community who live with memory loss, have mobility difficuties or are not able to attend a regular Sunday service. This service is supported by staff and volunteers who are able to assist. For More inForMation contact: rev. craig Potter P: 9427 2666 e: office@staidans.com.au St Aidan's has easy ramp access Venue: st. aidan's anglican church, 1 christina street, longueville tiMe: 6.00pm date: sunday 20 March and 3rd sunday of every month. For More inForMation contact : rev. craig Potter P: 9427 2666 e: office@staidans.com.au
