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wo of Australia’s most effective advocates for children and young people in distress have been Fr. Chris Riley and the Kids’ Champion and magistrate, Barbara Holborow, who sadly died in May last year. Recently I’ve heard Fr. Chris Riley on radio a number of times and, without fail, every time he has mentioned Barbara and the work they still had planned, including the Bail House Program, which would change government policy to
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BURWOOD ensure that no young person is incarcerated without sentence because they have no other place to go. Currently indigenous youngsters are over-represented in this category.
“Current policies serve only to compound rather than alleviate juvenile crime,” said Fr Riley. “Remand is being used as a holding pen for young people who have no suitable and safe accom-
modation to be released to.” The first Bail House, near Wollongong, will be opened on March 22 and named after Barbara Holborow. How delighted she would be! In January 2008, I had the privilege of walking over the Harbour Bridge with Fr. Riley and his young East Timorese refugees. I’ll never forget it. The girls returned to their villages and were married very quickly afterwards. Amaro (on Father’s left) is now going to university in Dili. Fr. Chris Riley pays for his education.
Fr Chris Riley in January 2008 with young people from East Timor
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The access road lies within the Burwood Girls’ High school grounds between their main The NSW Education Minister, buildings and a soccer field, and Adrian Piccoli has done an has been a bone of contention www.burwoodscene.com.au about-face on the eviction notice between the school, Burwood issued to Burwood Council over Council, surrounding residents the access road to Wangal Park. and the Department. Late last year, the Department Burwood Mayor, John Faker of Education issued an eviction says the decision is bitter-sweet. notice to Burwood Council, “Burwood Council was denied denying access to the road from access to the park from a shared February 1, 2013 to the yet to road with Burwood Girls High be completed park site, but the School after receiving a Letter of Minister has advised that an Determination from the Minister 3 NEWS 2012, extension to that access has been in October ordering granted for a further 8 months Council to vacate the site by 27 6 October 2011 until September 30 this year. January 2013, ” Mayor Faker said. by Belinda Noonan
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“After ongoing consultation with the Minister and the school, Council will now have until 30 September 2013 to complete the necessary works required. I accept the Minister’s decision but we are still disappointed that permanent access has not been given to provide a service road for vehicles,” he said. “Additional work is needed to create an access site on Monash Parade and will also result in the potential relocation of the SES site.” Council resumed work at the Wangal Park site on Monday, 11 February.
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First NBN fibre optic cable installed the Buzz in Strathfield and Homebush ››››››››››
The National Broadband Network (NBN) connection work in the inner west is underway around Barker Road, and therefore, the Australian Catholic University as part of the rollout. The distribution fibre, which links the Homebush exchange to the local area, was hauled through with great fanfare, after safety inductions for all non NBN people on site (including the media), on the corner of Todman Place and Barker Road at Strathfield on Monday, February 4, however construction has been underway since mid-last year. “Today’s fibre haul here in Strathfield marks an important step in the rollout of the NBN in the Sydney region,” NBN Co spokesperson Community Account Manager Ian Scott said. “The construction here shows that work is underway to build the network, which will provide super-fast broadband to parts of Strathfield and Homebush from 2013. NBN Co Limited have been entrusted with the job of building the high-speed optic fibre network by the Federal Government to “deliver Australia’s first national wholesale-only, open access broadband network to all Australians, regardless of where they live”. The NBN Co website, www.nbnco.com.au contains information and maps, which detail when your street will
›› Firemen with their shirts off! Yes, it is a good look. The call is out for inner west firemen to apply for the 2014 Firefighters Calendar. See page 13.
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begin construction and you can follow the process towards the connection date. The work, in most instances, is done in the street. Construction work has commenced on rolling out the NBN across NSW, including around 7,900 premises in the Homebush and Strathfield area. Work is undergoing planning or construction in Lidcombe, Auburn and Berala with NBN Co aiming for construction in some areas of these suburbs to be completed during 2013. “By mid-2015 construction is set to have commenced or be completed for more than 1,000,000 premises across New South Wales,” said Mr Scott. Federal MP, John Murphy says the NBN means more jobs. “The ability to send and receive big files almost instantly means businesses that previously had to base themselves in capital cities can set up anywhere, which means opportunities and jobs for the people in Homebush and surrounding areas,” Mr Murphy said. “High-definition videoconferencing means that kids may be able to take classes that their local school doesn’t offer, and people will be able to consult with medical specialists from around the country, without travelling long distances.
›› Rhodes has become a crime hotspot for letterbox theft. Burwood Police have some recommendations for residents and councils. Story right beside the Firefighters on page 13. ›› If you are a NAB customer, beware of telephone scammers sounding very professional, who are calling your landline or mobile to “verify” your account.
A NBN worker (right) – not left inserts fibre optic cable. Strathfield Councillor, Raj Datta (centre) and Canada Bay Councillor Tony Fasanella (representing John Murphy) watch the process.
NBN Co intends to connect every home, school and workplace in Australia within the next decade with a combination of fibre, fixed wireless and satellite technologies. “The NBN is being designed to transform the way Australians
communicate and keep in touch with each other, how they access education and health services, leverage e-business opportunities and immerse themselves in culture from around the world,” Mr Scott said.
Once a street has access to the NBN, home and business owners will be informed and are then able to contact their phone or internet service provider to see how they can get connected to services over the NBN.
›› Check out our story on our wonderful NSW Woman of the Year nominees, Wendy Milburn and Carmen Pollifrone. Both teachers and both inspiring. Page 10. ›› Editor’s note: I had the privilege of being a guest on George Stephenson’s @RDJ FM 88.1 radio show, Kaleidoscope, which airs on Sunday, February 4 at 9am and again on Tuesday, February 26 at 1.05pm. No subjects were off-limits!
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Craig Laundy and special guest Michael Keenan MP, Shadow Minister for Justice, Customs & Border Protection Date: Monday 25 February Time: 10.30am Venue: Level One, Club Burwood RSL, 96 Shaftesbury Road, Burwood NSW 2134 Contact Craig: Phone 0408 876 213 Email craig.laundy@nsw.liberal.org.au Post PO Box 545, Strathfield NSW 2135 Web craiglaundy.com.au Authorised by Mark Neeham, Level 12, 100 William Street, East Sydney Authorised NSW 2011. by Mark Neeham, Level 12, 100 William Street, East Sydney NSW 2011.
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Cr John Faker (Mayor) 9911 9916 mayor@burwood.nsw.gov.au Cr Ernest Wong 0425 691 838 ernest.wong@burwood.nsw.gov.au Cr Sally Deans 0424 022 627 sally.deans@burwood.nsw.gov.au Cr lesley Furneaux-Cook 0408 227 826 lesley.furneaux-cook@burwood.nsw.gov.au Cr George Mannah 0448 133 396 george.mannah@burwood.nsw.gov.au Cr Justin Taunton 0488 083 108 justin.taunton@burwood.nsw.gov.au Cr Tony Doueihi 0437 970 499 tony.doueihi@burwood.nsw.gov.au
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elcome the Year of the Snake with Burwood Council’s annual Lunar New Year celebrations, the largest Chinese New Year event in the Inner West, on Saturday 16 February in Burwood Park.
am passionate about coming together as a community to celebrate what makes Burwood such a great place to live, work and visit, which is why it was pleasing to see hundreds of residents join Burwood Council’s Australia Day celebrations at the Enfield Aquatic Centre.
Sue Whitechurch has devoted her time tending to elderly members of the community. Ms Whitechurch visits nursing homes and the homes of elderly residents to ensure they have adequate food and medication. She also takes residents shopping and to medical appointments.
Australia Day remains such an important event as it reinforces the core values we should embrace as Australians. In particular, the Citizenship Ceremony and Citizen of the Year Awards highlight the importance of being part of a community.
Leonardo Pane has been a volunteer for St John’s Ambulance since he was 11 years of age. During his time as a volunteer, Mr Pane has assisted in numerous civic events held in the local community.
I would like to congratulate Sue Whitechurch for being awarded Citizen of the Year, Leonardo Pane for being awarded Young Citizen of the Year and Rachel Raskopoulos who was awarded Sportsperson of the Year. The awards acknowledge these outstanding individuals for their vision, leadership, humanity and community spirit.
Lunar New Year celebrates Burwood’s diverse cultures with an array of spectacular entertainment, from traditional Chinese music and dancing to exciting Korean and Vietnamese performers. This year Burwood Park will be transformed into a foodie’s paradise with award winning food stalls offering the finest in Asian cuisine. The evening will be fun for all ages, with thrilling rides, facepainting and workshops for the kids, the much-loved lion dancers, flashy fire-performers for the young at heart and a visit from the Chinese God of Fortune. Please visit Council’s website www.burwood.nsw.gov.au or call 9911 9911 for more information.
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Rachel Raskopoulos has represented Australia in rhythmic gymnastics and was selected for this year’s squad for the Australian Youth Olympics Festival. As a local student, Miss Raskopoulos serves as a mentor to younger gymnasts in the area. I would like to thank all of this year’s winners for the great contribution they have made to the community, making Burwood a proud place to live.
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ongratulations to Sue Whitechurch (Citizen of the Year), Leornardo Pane (Young Citizen of the Year) and Rachel Raskopoulos (Sportsperson of the Year). l-r: rachel raskopoulos, leonardo Pane, Mayor Faker and Sue Whitechurch.
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Seniors Digital Library Seniors in Sydney’s west and southern regions could be set to benefit from a new training program designed to help the aged population embrace technology. The Tech Savvy Seniors program, run by the New South Wales government and Telstra, is an initiative of the NSW Ageing Strategy and aims to help bridge the gap between those seniors who use technology and those who are yet to use it. The program includes ensuring libraries and community colleges throughout NSW are better equipped to support more senior Australians with more face-to-face training, self-teach videos and DVDs and other training content. Telstra country wide area general manager for Sydney South, Dom Galluccio, hopes that it will encourage wider usage of technology. “ Ne w c o m mu n i c at i o n technology presents wonderful opportunities – such as staying in touch with family, friends and making new friends through social media,” he said. The convenience of smartphones and computers connected to Telstra’s wireless or broadband network means access to online shopping, paying bills and banking, planning holidays and connection to the wider community has never been easier.” The Tech Savvy Seniors program provides low cost or free training through community colleges to older people. It will cover courses on computers, tablets and smartphones which promote social connections, easier access to information and improve wellbeing. To find out more about the Tech Savvy Seniors program and to view the NSW Ageing Strategy visit www.adhc.nsw.gov.au/ageing
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Passion drives multicultural pioneer Juliana Nkrumah, a mother-of-three, who was made a Member of the Order of Australia for her significant service to the community, particularly the welfare of women and refugees on Australia Day, and is the Coordinator of the NSW Police Force Multicultural Community Liaison Officer Program, will be the special guest speaker for the first BPW Strathfield meeting for 2013 on Wednesday, February 20. After migrating to Australia in 1988 from Ghana, Juliana was appointed as the Founding Advisor for the African Women of Australia, which helped create a support network for African migrants and refugees. She has also acted as the Executive Officer of Auburn Diversity Services. What drives Juliana is a passion for the empowerment of African women and the need to see that
every person in Australia is treated as a part of the Australian system. The BPW is a world-wide Business Professional Women’s club with special United Nations status, which seeks to empower and inform women. BPW Strathfield’s first meeting for the year is International Night on Wednesday, 20 February from 6.30pm at Club Burwood, corner Burwood Road and George Street, Burwood. Dinner meetings cost $45 for members, $50 for non –members and includes a two-course dinner and welcome drink. Guests are welcome. If you would like to mix with interesting like-minded business and professional women, book your place on the BPW website. Look for ‘International Night’ www.bpwstrathfeb.eventbrite. Inset, BPWguest speaker, Juliana Nkrumah AM. com.au or call Faye Helou on Above: BPW Strathfield President, Faye Helou (centre) with members Anna Harcombe (left) and 0433 819737 Monica Brewer (right)
When your feet stand you in good stead by Belinda Noonan
‘Starting out how you mean to continue’ is a phrase that could be attributed to your feet, which are the bearers of our good selves for a lifetime, should we be lucky enough not to have a congenital disorder or unable to walk for any reason. How we treat and look after feet should begin as soon as we take our first steps, but fashion often dictates that is not the case. “If your feet are well maintained at all ages, and you wear correctly fitted shoes, your feet should stand you in good stead,” said shoe specialist, Susan Candsell from Comfort and Fit in Enfield. “If you have good shoes that you like, which may or may not be expensive, look after them. Have them re-heeled and re-soled because it’s important not to have the alignment of the shoe thrown out,” Susan advised. Susan, with 13 years’ experience specialising in shoes for men and women who have mobility problems, diabetes, arthritis, oedema and
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Putting your feet first Home and Community Podiatry Service, auspiced by Burwood Council, is for residents of the Ashfield, Burwood, Canada Bay, Canterbury, Leichhardt, Marrickville and Strathfield Local Government Areas. We aim to provide a comprehensive, responsive and flexible podiatry service for the Home and Community Care target group which includes the frail aged, people with disabilities, and their carers. If you think you, a friend or family member may be eligible please call the Podiatry Service on 99 11 99 39 to talk to someone about the service.
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Pedestrian crossing upgrades come after a war of words ›› Continued from page 1 Three pedestrian crossings along Great North Road c ons i d e re d a s “ bl o o d y dangerous” by Drummoyne MP, John Sidoti, include the crossing outside his office in Five Dock. On August 23 last year, a woman was hit on the crossing near Barnstaple Road and Mr Sidoti says because that stretch of Great North Road (until Lyons Road) is a state road, he is confident of securing funding from the NSW Government for a raised crossing. Further up towards Wareemba and Abbotsford, Great North Road is deemed as a council (or local) road. “It costs approximately $35,000 per raised pedestrian crossing and Great North Road needs three of them,” Mr Sidoti said. “I’m confident that funds for a raised crossing on the section that is a state road will be approved by the State Government and I have supported the residents who were asking Canada Bay Council to improve pedestrian safety further up on Great North Road.” A petition was sent to the council last year asking for
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pedestrian safety improvement in front of All Hallows’ Primary school at Halley Street and residents have also asked for an upgrade to the crossing near Coranto Street. At a council meeting on Tuesday February 5, Mayor Angelo Tsirekas issued a Mayoral Minute providing $75,000 for the provision of raised crossings on Great North Road at Halley Street and Coranto Street “to improve the safety for residents and school children who cross at these points”. The decision by Mayor Tsirekas comes after a war of words between Mr Sidoti and Canada Bay General Manager, Gary Sawyer. In a letter obtained by Burwood Scene, Mr Sawyer, wrote to Mr Sidoti seeking assistance to upgrade these crossings. “Council’s current capital works budget is fully committed and therefore we seek your assistance in supplying any available funds for this important local safety initiative. Each of these crossings is estimated to
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cost $35,000,” he said. In his reply, Mr Sidoti explained that he was unable to fulfil such a request. “Whilst it would be desirable for me to be able to fund all Council projects, the reality is that l am in no such position,” he said. “I have State Government commitments including but not limited to, education, public transport, law and order, social housing and roads.” Mr Sidoti’s reply also questioned the way that the City of Canada Bay Council allocates its funding. “I ask you, as general manager of the City of Canada Bay Council, to review your budget for the benefit of public and community safety, so that they may be prioritised ahead of any self promotion or events that are not affordable,” he wrote. “As there are no funds for important local safety initiatives, which area of expenditure has taken priority over these safety initiatives? There would be serious ramifications if an accident or fatality resulted on the crossings referred to in my representation, because of a failure to prioritise and deliver a core responsibility.”
Burwood Road was transformed into a lion’s playground with the annual Lunar New Year parade on Tuesday. A large Chinese lion was joined by a traditional dance team, parading up Burwood Road bringing fortune to shop owners for the New Year. The parade forms part of Burwood’s Lunar New Year celebration this Saturday from 5pm at Burwood Park. What: LUNAR NEW YEAR 2013 When: Saturday, 16 February Where: Burwood Park Time: 5pm-9pm
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The spirit of the Santa Sabina community was alive and present at the commissioning of new College Principal Dr Maree Herrett on Wednesday 6 February. The Mass in the College chapel, led by Bishop Geoffrey Robinson, brought together past and present members of the school community, as well as local community representatives. As a former student, teacher and parent of the College, Dr Herrett brings with her an understanding and commitment to the foundational Dominican values of Learning, Community, Service and Prayer. Dr Herrett has held positions of senior leadership in diverse educational settings. She is a highly regarded educational leader and recently completed a PhD in the area of Gender Equity Policy and Practice in Australian Education. In her address to the
congregation, Dr Herrett spoke of being inspired by Dominican scholars and their view of education and the potential of each student. “The responsibility of the teacher is to aid, stimulate and elicit learning� she said. She encouraged the students to be active, discerning learners and to engage in the dialogue which shapes their world. Dr Herrett is committed to building on the strong foundations of the College as an innovative and intellectually dynamic learning centre. She looks to honouring the past whilst leading the College into the future where the students are equipped with the tools necessary to navigate the challenges they may face in an ever changing technological world. Members of the public are warmly invited to visit the College and meet Dr Herrett at the College’s Open day on Friday 22nd March.
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Intellectual disability learning talk Katy Gerner, a disability support teacher for adults, will be speaking at the Homebush Uniting Church hall on Sunday February 24 from 7pm-8pm on strategies for adults and young people who find it difficult to learn. The talk will
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Key dates for the 2013 federal election On January 30, Prime Minister, Julia Gillard announced Saturday 14 September 2013 as polling day for the 2013 federal election. Later this year, Ms Gillard will advise the GovernorGeneral to dissolve the House of Representatives with writs to be issued on Monday 12 August for an election for the House and half of the Senate. The Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 sets various milestones in an election timetable. The Prime Minister’s announcement of two key dates in the election timetable, being the date of the issue of writ and the date of polling day, creates a minimum timeframe election period which allows other dates to be determined. On the basis of the writ being issued by the GovernorGeneral, as indicated by the Prime Minister, on 12 August, and the election date being 14 September, the 2013 election timetable will be: Issue of writ Monday, 12 August 2013 Close of rolls 8pm, Monday, 19 August 2013 Close of candidate nominations 12 midday, Thursday, 22 August 2013 Declaration of candidate nominations 12 midday, Friday, 23 August 2013 Polling day Saturday, 14 September 2013
13 February 2013
US slick slides into Aussie politics The battle lines are drawn with the Western Sydney Federal seats of Reid (Inner West), Lindsay and Banks being labelled by the Liberals as ‘will’ win seats. Tony Abbott’s rally to the party faithful in Lidcombe on January 27, heralded by Joe Hockey’s metaphor-laden ‘mountain’ introduction, openly declared Auburn as the “heartland of the modern Liberal party” and that “the journey begins here”. The rally and set up of the basketball stadium at Lidcombe had a US-style slick feel, including motivational anthem-style songs. This was a show, and one of strength. No back yard tents and polite chatter. There were tents, but they were in the car park, which was littered with slogan adorned vans and cars from all over NSW. Strathfield resident, St Pat’s old boy and pub heir, Craig Laundy will contest the seat of Reid and it’s no coincidence that the Liberals chose Lidcombe, and Mr Laundy, to MC the event in front of 450 devoted Liberal supporters and every major television network and media outlet. In his rousing introduction, greeted (of course) by wild cheers, Mr Laundy said “enough is enough”. “We don’t want any more debt, or any more scandals. No more Labor. I’ve walked from Drummoyne to Auburn and now it’s time to
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think of our Party’s future. Enter Joe Hockey, introduced as “the next Treasurer of Australia”. “Auburn is the heartland of the modern Liberal Party. Our candidates do not go into the area, they are the area. They are not imposed on the community, they are the community,” Mr Hockey said. For Laundy, the above is true, but for Watson candidate Ron Delizio who is up against Environment Minister, Tony Burke (another St. Pat’s old boy), Joe’s comment rang hollow. Mr Hockey also took, as expected, a swipe at the Labor Treasurer. “I love Wayne Swan. Only he could invent a tax (referring to the Mining Tax) that doesn’t raise any money and gets rid of two Prime Ministers.” Tony Abbott promised a “Five pillar economy”, which had little detail and loads of rhetoric. “We will get taxes down. The carbon tax – gone. A bad tax which hurts our people without helping the environment. The mining tax – gone. A lose-lose tax which has damaged investment without raising any revenue. Red tape reduced by $1 billion a year, and we will restore productivity. We will restore the Australian Building and Construction Commission
MC Craig Laundy at Lidcombe
which in one industry alone has boosted productivity by some $5 billion a year. If we get government spending down, if we get taxes down, if we get productivity up, our economy will be strong again,” Mr Abbott declared. For Laundy’s family, the day was a taste of what is ahead. “The rally was inspiring and I was surprised at such a good turn-out. It felt like we’d won already,” said wife Suzie. 14-year-old son Charlie said it was “exciting and good to hear”, while daughters Sophie and Analise were “very proud that Dad got up and spoke so well. He made a really good speech.”
Santa Sabina Year 4 student, Maddison Hotop with Tony Abbott at the Weet-Bix Kids Triathlon at Olympic Park on February 3
Inspiring women helping others
John Sidoti, Carmen Pollifrone, Minister Pru Goward, Wendy Milburn and Charles Casuscelli.
Helping those less fortunate is a way of life for teachers Carmen Pollifrone and Wendy Milburn, and their contribution to the inner west community has been recognised with nominations in the NSW Woman of the Year in the Drummoyne and Strathfield electorates by NSW Minister for Community Services and Women, Pru Goward, Mr Sidoti and Mr Casuscelli at a morning tea on Monday February 4th. Carmen runs an outreach service through All Hallows’ Primar y School, which
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encourages between 30 and 60 students to spend 20 minutes each week sending positive notes and collecting donations to homeless people through the Mini Vinnies program. “Through the Night Patrol, the children write notes to homeless guys on the street who appreciate the fact that children think about them and their circumstances. Once a month, we make sandwiches and also run two fundraisers
each year. Parents, through the Parish, donate small items like socks, shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste. It’s all about a lot of people doing a small amount,” Carmen explained. “We’d love to do more for women and children.” Principal and passionate special education teacher, Wendy Milburn is grateful for the support shown to Chalmers Road Public School, especially now that the student population has risen from 49 students to 71. “For my students and families, we are looking at
what their whole life becomes. Parents never choose to have a child with a disability, and helping families and our staff to work out strategies for better life outcomes is very important to me,” Wendy said. “We are grateful for the support of businesses such as Homebush Bendigo Bank, organisations like Strathfield Rotary and neighbouring schools, which help us achieve our goals.” The increase in autism was also discussed. “Every school I have visited has students with autism,” Mr Sidoti commented, to which Ms Goward said, “Autism has exploded.” “Sometimes giving is a selfish act, but it’s very rewarding,” the Minister added.
Hearing date set for ACU, residents and Strathfield Council The recommendation from the Department of Planning to approve the Australian Catholic University’s Plans to develop their site on Barker Rd, Strathfield has caused upset and anger amongst local residents. The independent Planning Assessment Commission (PAC) have advised that they will hold a Public Meeting February 20, from 4pm at Strathfield Golf Club, 84 Centenary Drive, Strathfield. “It could possibly go over another day,” said Strathfield Action Group leader, Jane Pistolese, but the PAC will not give us an indication of this until February 16.” NSW Planning Minister, Brad Hazzard has said that residents and Strathfield Council will be able to ask questions of the ACU through the Panel.
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Strathfield MP Charles Casuscelli has committed to continue bringing the fight to ACU on behalf of the local community, but what weight that will bear is limited. In a letter that was mailed out late last month to thousands of residents whose homes neighbour the university Mr Casuscelli expressed his concerns about the findings. “I am bitterly disappointed by the decision of the department of planning to recommend approval of the ACU’s Concept Plan,” Mr Casuscelli said in the letter. “I question the ability of the Department to adequately test the veracity of some of the information that has been
provided by ACU with the plan. “The major effects on the local community are not adequately addressed by the Roads and Maritime Services. I do not believe sufficient attention has been given to the impact that this will have on our local roads. “In order to ensure local residents are given a fair go I believe that Strathfield Council’s submission regarding local road congestion should be given far more weight than it has been. “The Department is depending too much on conditions that are impossible to enforce. The history of student numbers at ACU proves this, which is why the current legal action by the council was taken. This hearing is still before the courts, costing valuable rate-payer dollars in the process.
“It is being proposed that operating hours should be extended to include classes over the weekend. We do not want to see the parking issues in our area that are caused by ACU flowing onto the weekend as well. “I do not believe that this is in the community’s best interests. I will be strongly suggesting that Strathfield Council be specifically appointed to approve any arrangements to satisfy the conditions of the concept plan. “I will also recommend that arrangements be put in place that any non-compliance of these conditions be met with swift punitive/corrective action that can be initiated by the council without the huge expense and delays of normal legal challenges,” Mr Casuscelli continued. Caption: Strathfield MP,
Charles Casuscelli with concerned Strathfield residents. There will be a PAC hearing coming up which will be the last opportunity for the community
to state their case against this development. Mr Casuscelli will be meeting with the Minister and speaking with local community members in preparation for this.
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And the winner is... the Family Limited Guarantee Saving a 20% deposit or paying expensive Loan Mortgage Insurance (LMI) are the only choices for people trying to get into the property market - or are they? If you think you need a 90% or 95% loan, then let’s ask this question> Do your parents have a property? Most don’t know about the simplicity of the modern day Family Guarantee loan, where borrowers tap into the guarantor’s equity to borrow 100% of the purchase price, plus legal costs and stamp duty. These days, the guarantor (let’s say your parent/s) do not have to move their home loan from their own bank and would be further comforted that their guarantee is limited to a nominated amount - not the entire loan amount like it was when my father did it for me. What this means, in a worst case scenario, is that only the amount ‘pledged’ by the guarantor can be called upon. Some buyers will still pay a 10% deposit and utlilise a limited guarantee for the extra 10% to avoid the Loan Mortgage Insurance. Other buyers may have the 20% deposit but still rely on a Family Guarantee so that they can use their cash later on to renovate. Sure, it’s not for everyone and it doesn’t suit all families. Even if parents have equity in their home to assist, there are other variables to consider, which your broker should go through with you. Some buyers initially say they don’t want to involve their parents, yet I always encourage them to
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have a chat about it. Many parents like to put their equity to good use to help you out…especially when they see the LMI cost that would otherwise be payable. It’s also often much ‘cleaner’ for parents to offer a guarantee rather than lend money to their kids, especially in bigger families. Remember, once the borrower has built 20% equity in the property, the Guarantee can be released. The products and interest rate specials are the same as normal. By borrowing a higher amount the discount may be greater. As an example; by borrowing over $500,000 you will qualify for a full 1% off the standard variable rate for the life of the loan. Beware of this; Each major bank treat this product differently. Some banks will not allow pensioners to pledge their equity – but luckily some do. There are two banks that allow a brother or sister, or child, to give a guarantee. These two banks, however, will not allow a term deposit to be put up by the guarantor. Confusing? This is why you should utilise the free service offered by most brokers; who should know, within minutes, where your loan should sit and then help you through every step. Jason Khoury is the Owner Manager of iChoice Concord.
Nursery rhymes back by popular demand
An additional $96,000 for the Blaxland Road boat ramp and pontoon facility in Rhodes has been announced by Drummoyne MP, John Sidoti. The funding announcement to the City of Canada Bay Council follows the allocation of $4.364 million in grants by the NSW Government for more than 60 projects across NSW under the 2012-2013 Better Boating Program “The BBP is a grants program aimed at supporting local councils, boating clubs and other agencies to make recreational boating facilities safer, more accessible and able to cater for increased demand,” Mr Sidoti said. “The announced additional funding for the Blaxland Road boar ramp and pontoon will help the council provide better access and benefits for the boating community of Rhodes in the Drummoyne electorate “The Better Boating Program has been running successfully since July 2009, when three grants programs were consolidated into the one $5 million program. “The program funding includes revenue raised from boat registrations and licences. “We want to encourage boaters to keep their ideas coming for great ways to improve recreational boating in NSW,” Mr Sidoti said. This work is fully funded by the NSW Government through Roads and Maritime Services Better Boating Program with work expecting to commence this month and taking up to 16 weeks to complete. Canada Bay Council have advised on their
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website that the work will take up to four months or longer, depending upon weather conditions. “Because of the nature of work taking place, the boat ramp will be closed to the public during construction. Council anticipates that the new facilities will be fully completed by the end of June
2013; however this may vary if wet weather delays the works,” the Council website states. Alternate ramps are available at Bayview Park, Burwood Rd, Concord; Taplin Park, Bayswater Street, Drummoyne; Cabarita Park, Cabarita Road, Cabarita; and Bennelong Park, Putney (Waterview Street).
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History meets Humpty Dumpty A new exhibition at The City of Canada Bay Museum shows the changes at Cabarita over the decades. Told in pictures and prose, the exhibition offers a glimpse into the past. Also on show is ‘The Secret History of Nursery Rhymes’. The history and origin of many of the humble nursery CLASSIFIEDS rhymes are believed to be associated with actual events in history, with references
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Discover deceptive art in Tasmania After navigating my way through a concrete maze, I finally find myself crouched in a small room. Before there is any chance to register where I might be, or how I can get out, a stranger leaps out at me from nowhere and I stifle the urge to yell, while my heart beats erratically. Some moments later, I realise that I am in fact staring at a mirror that hovers above and my imposing attacker now looks considerably more familiar. This is, of course, just one of the many times that I am deceived during my trip to Tasmania’s Museum of Old and New Art. The museum, which is the
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brainchild of professional gambler and art collector David Walsh, is new by anyone’s terms, having opened in January 2011. Yet, in such a short period of time it has managed to turn the tables not only on the rest of Australia but indeed the world by showcasing Tasmania as home to one of the most forward-thinking and fascinating galleries on the globe. Not bad for a state that is still fighting off its reputation for being populated by two-headed hillbillies. Walsh has described his
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of public land, that has direct access to the Bay Run and Montague Park. The proposal also called for a 1.7m walkway for public access be retained. 2 Henley Street Drummoyne was purchased in 2010 for $2.15M. The property has since been listed for sale by Laing & Simmons and now with John McGrath real estate agents. “What’s proposed to be left for the community is a 1.7m narrow alley way. How is this the right decision for the community?” asked playground activist, Natalie Haddad.
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Only a few days remain for commuters to have their say on plans to upgrade Strathfield station. Member for Strathfield Charles Casuscelli has urged those who use the station to get involved and have their say. “I strongly encourage all interested residents to take the time to consider this Government’s proposed plans to upgrade the station and let us know their thoughts,” Mr Casuscelli said. Last year, the NSW Government flagged an upgrade of Strathfield Station as a priority under the $770 million Transport Access Program. The proposed project includes relocation of passenger information displays and the removal of some retail kiosks to create more space on the station concourse to improve the flow of passengers. Newsagent, Chris Powell, who has operated his family business for 25 years in Strathfield Station, will be one man who will have an opinion after he was advised last October by Rail Corp’s managing agents, Chesterton International, that he would
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Art for the ages delves deep
Speak up over Strathfield station
Sale of public road deferred A recommendation from Canada Bay Council’s Department Corporate Services that Council close, reclassify and potentially sell part of Market Street, Drummoyne was deferred at a council meeting on Tuesday, February 5. The proposal to sell a portion of Market Street in front of 2 and 4 Henley Road to two home owners also called for the land to be reclassified from ‘community’ to ‘operational’, which would be required to dispose of the two lots of 21m x 4m parcels
museum as a “subversive adult Disneyland”, though to my mind it’s more on a par with Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland and draws patrons of all ages. Not all of MONA is for the faint-hearted, though it certainly lives up to its adult reputation. The overt and outrageous is balanced out with a room filled with ancient Egyptian art that almost seemed out of place. Of particular interest to me was Marc Quinn’s ‘No Visible Means of Escape’, a visceral sculpture of a hanging corpse. Other works by the late Brett Whiteley and the super-impressive Sidney Nolan ‘Snake’ are further proof that MONA is a place to revere.
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need to vacate the premises by the end of March due to upgrading works on the station. “Moving the indicator boards won’t stop the congestion. That’s one of the points I find so frustrating. People will still congregate in front of the indicators, they’ll just be facing the other way to the wall,” Mr Powell said. A Review of Environmental Factors (REF) has been prepared to outline the details of the proposed project for the community. The REF also identifies potential project impacts and how these will be managed. “With more than 40,000 passenger movements through Strathfield Station every day, work is needed to improve the accessibility and safety of the station,” Mr Casuscelli explained. Comments must be received by Monday 18 February at Strathfield Council; High Street Library, 64 High Street, Strathfield and Transport for NSW, Level 5, Tower A, Zenith Centre, 821 Pacific Highway, Chatswood.
Fighting poverty through education Gemma Sisia surrounded by her students
Over 12 years ago, Gemma Sisia, who hails from northern NSW, had a vision to build a school for impoverished children in Tanzania. In 2001, with the help of her local Rotary club, a building for The School of St. Jude in Arusha Tanzania began and Gemma opened her dream school in 2002 with just three students. Fast forward to 2013 and Gemma now has 1,900 children in three campuses and employs 400 local staff. The children who attend The School of St. Jude are from the brightest of very poor background and only one child per family is accepted. Their education is free. Once a year Gemma returns to Australia to help raise funds to keep her school going and will be the special guest speaker at the Inner Wheel Club of Balmain’s 22nd Anniversary on Tuesday March 5 at All Hallows’ Parish Hall. “The evening will be a fundraising evening for The School of St Jude. The local
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government in Tanzania gives nothing to the school, so all money comes from donations world-wide,” said Inner Wheel member and Five Dock resident Franca Rodilosso. “Gemma is an inspirational person to hear and we are very fortunate to have her as our guest. We would like to invite anyone from the community to come along on March 5th to hear her speak on ‘Fight poverty through Education’ and how she started one of the most successful educational programs in Africa,” Franca explained. The event will take place on March 5, from 6.30pm at All Hallows’ Parish Hall. Tickets cost $20 and include a three course meal. BYO beverages, but tea and coffee supplied. Book by February 22 by calling Franca Rodilosso on 0414868259 or email franca_ rodilosso@hotmail.com. See www.schoolofstjude.org for more about Gemma’s school.
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Rhodes crime hot spot At a Community Safety Precinct Committee meeting at Burwood Police Station last week, attended by residents, council staff and business representatives, Crime Manager Detective Inspector Ian Pryde advised break and enter offences had increased in the three months (Sept to Dec) compared to the same period last year, but that two individuals, responsible for 57 offences had been caught in December. There has also been a 28% increase in identity theft, which is linked to letterbox credit card theft, and targeted at student accommodation apartment blocks. A Rhodes building manager reported a spike in letterbox theft, asking Police for more patrols and advice. Also speaking at the meeting was a Mirvac representative who reported a significant increase in break and enters to cars at Rhodes shopping centre car park. Police advised that crime is increasing in the Rhodes precinct because of the change in demographics and density and that they expected more increase in crime as up to 6,000 more people moved in. “CCTV is superb. Second to none in deterring crime,”
Det. Insp. Pryde told Mirvac. “Westfield has CCTV on all but one level and there is almost no break and enters.” “Over the years we have recommended to Canada Bay Council that CCTV and stronger locks be a development application requirement. That fell on deaf ears,” Sergeant John Tikisci said. “There will be more patrols and higher visibility in Rhodes.” In other matters, a CCTV camera in Burwood Park will be moved and the park will be an Alcohol Prohibited Area, Robbery is down 29% and car theft down 23%. Operation Scale continues around fishing and commuter wharves to curb anti-social behaviour. Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas said that council is happy to consider recommendations that improve safety of developments and that a community forum would be held on February 27 at Concord Library regarding crime prevention across the local government area. “We are also working in partnership with developers and the police to look at a range of options to help with crime reduction and we welcome feedback about any issues,” he said.
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WANTED: Inner West firies for the 2014 calendar If you haven’t seen the Firefighters calendar before, I can say with authority that you are missing out. Not only does this calendar look good (very good!), but so far the off-duty firemen have raised over $155,000 for the Burns Unit, for research, treatment and prevention programs, including $41,000 last year for the Children’s Hospital at Westmead and the Firefighters Games and now fifteen of the fittest firefighters in the country have teamed up to produce the 2013 calendar. “Sales from the 2012 calendar have also been used to buy equipment and bandages for the little ones unlucky enough to be burnt,” said former fire fighter, Rhett Mitchell, who helps coordinate the calendar. “Our calendar is 100% Australian made and produced and sold by firies. This is why we can still sell it for $10. It’s a large glossy calendar that will not disappoint the ladies who purchase it for a good cause,” Rhett told Burwood Scene. But the call is out to find some fit and fabulous Inner West firies for the 2014 calendar. “We have firies from all over
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Australia in the calendar and next year, we’d like to ask firies from Sydney’s Inner West to submit their photos,” Rhett explained. The Firefighters Calendar committee is encouraging all NSW firemen interested in raising funds for the Burns Unit to send their application photos for the 2014 Firefighters Calendar By March 31, 2013 to rhett. mitchell@hotmail.com or info@ firefighterscalendar.com.au - or post to Po Box 403 Batemans Bay NSW 2536. Send three current recent photos and information including; region, station, shift and email if applicable. The photos supplied will be printed and voted on by the calendar committee ladies. “All firies who apply will be notified if they were successful or not by the first week in April and, if successful, more photos will be taken by our photographer within a few weeks,” Rhett said. So, come on boys. Do it for the Inner West – and for us ladies. Call Rhett on 0427 743886 for more information. Two fire fighters from the 2013 calendar
Our History
The Cocks family in 1950 at Pemberton Street, Homebush, the family home built by Graham after WWII.
The original shop at 208 Elizabeth Street, Croydon. Photo taken in 1952.
End of the chapter for family business
A builders’ supply business ‘Price & Coy’, founded firstly in Ashfield then at 208 Elizabeth Street, Croydon in February, 1937 by Leslie Cocks and his wife Margaret, and which eventually became the well-known and family operated Price Tiles, will soon close after 75 years continuous business in the Inner West. Les Cocks, who enlisted in the Army in 1916, served in France and on his return in 1919 re-joined the Metropolitan Brick Company in a lesser job than before WWI. By March 1931 when the Depression deepened, Les lost his job and became a freelance building products representative, obtaining orders from many Sydney building companies including tile importer, William Price. When Price decided to leave the tile industry, Les took over half of the customers and kept the name ‘Price & Coy’. The range of wall tiles back then was
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limited to 6 x 6 inch, 4 x 4 inch and 6 x 3 inch in mainly cream and white imported from England and France. The much smaller, porous ‘Moravian’ Australian floor tiles were manufactured at Alexandria and Merrylands and made in a limited range of colours. There were 648 pieces of 2 x 1 inch Moravian tiles to the square yard (324 for the 2 x 2’s) and had to be laid individually into a bed of sand-and-cement mix and rubbed flat with a piece of wood called a ‘wooden beater’. After World War II, building supplies were in short supply and rationed by the government. The size of new houses was strictly policed and determined according to family size. Most homes had two bedrooms and one bathroom. Son Graham Cocks was discharged from the Air Force in 1946 and
came back to the family business. The building industry recovered and a showroom was opened at 644 Parramatta Road, Croydon in 1951. Another son, Alan Cocks joined the company as a tiler and soon a vacant block of land at 70 Parramatta Road, Croydon was purchased, on which Graham, now a certified builder, erected a new showroom and store. By 1954, Price & Coy became Price Tiles under Directors Les and Margaret Cocks and their sons Graham and Alan. The business continued to grow. To solve storage problems, an old house at 25 Spencer Street, Five Dock was purchased in 1961. With business booming in the 60s, Price Tiles expanded to Parramatta in 1965 and it was a busy time until the end of the 1980s. In 1969 Graham and Alan decided to buy property at 33 Flood St, Leichhardt and have traded from that location since, whilst they also expanded to other
Jennifer Genion withlong-term staff members Norman Scott, Scott Arnold, Garni Hagimola at Flood Street, Leichhardt.
parts of Sydney. Graham and Ann Cocks’s daughters, Jennifer and Deb, along with Jan and Alan Cocks have made the decision to close Price Tiles. “We’re closing because the family no longer has the members to carry it on. Price Tiles was started by my grandfather and expanded
by his sons Graham (my father) and Alan (my uncle),” said Jennifer Genion. “My sister and I have been actively involved for the past year and along with Alan and his wife Jan we have made a family decision that it is the right time to bring the Price Tiles story to a close.” Graham Cocks passed away in
December 2011, and his wife Ann died seven weeks later. “We would like to finish in a way that befits the well-respected reputation that Price Tiles has in the building industry,” Jennifer said. Editor’s note: Resource material and photos supplied by Jennifer Genion.
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the shelf Library Lovers Day Competition Celebrate the wonderful and invaluable contribution that public libraries make to the community and share with us your most romantic moment for a chance to win a $100 Westfield gift voucher. Entries must be 250 words or less and handed in at the Library or emailed to library@ burwood.nsw.gov.au by Thursday, 14 February.
Marmaduke Street, Burwood Celebrate Valentine’s Day by joining us for a special author talk by Australian author Lisa Heidke. Lisa has written best sellers Lucy Springer Gets Even, What Kate Did Next, Claudia’s Big Break and her latest Stella Makes Good. She combines romance and personal crisis in a funny, entertaining, poignant and relatable way. For bookings call 9911 9999 or email library@burwood.nsw. gov.au Philosophy talk Friday, 22 February – 6:00pm Burwood Library, 4 Marmaduke Street, Burwood Dr Karyn Lai, Associate Professor of Philosophy, UNSW will discuss developing a healthy doubt and imagination.
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Special guest author Lisa Heidke Thursday, 14 February – 6:30pm – 7:30pm Burwood Library, 4
Book Club Saturday, 23 February – 2:00pm – 3:00pm Friday, 8 March – 10:00am – 11:00am Burwood Library, 4 Marmaduke Street, Burwood Burwood Library Book Club meets on the second Friday and last Saturday of the month, new members are always welcome. Ethics 101 Conversations to have with your kids Tuesday, 26 February – 6:30pm – 7:30pm Burwood Library, 4 Marmaduke Street, Burwood Author Michael Parker will give a talk on ethics and what conversations parents should have with their children aged 10-15 years. His book raises questions on topics such as friendships, sport, parties, bullying, climate change, fate and free will. For bookings call 9911 9999 or email library@burwood. nsw.gov.au
Justices of the Peace R.S.L.SHOP Guest speaker, Rhona will THE FRIENDLY PLACE TO AND DINE The monthly meeting, every third Wednesday, for local Justices of the Peace will resume on Wednesday 20 February at 7.15pm at Burwood RSL Club. During the meeting a Training Course will be conducted by Presenter Bryce Kerr. All Justices of the Peace welcome and encouraged to attend.
give a talk on how sport changed her life. View Club ladies actively raise funds for The Smith Family organisation who help to educat e children of families less fortunat e. All enquires to 97472829.
Culture, sport and community for Australia Day What more perfect location for a hot, sticky Australia Day could there be than beside – or better still – in a swimming pool? Burwood’s Australia Day celebrations at Enfield Pool in Henley Park successfully combined the traditional with an Aboriginal smoking and welcome ceremony, sporting celebrities, Australians of the Year, an opera singer, new citizens and representatives from many community groups including Burwood SES. Pictured are Cr. Lesley Furneaux-Cook, Ambassador and SBS soccer commentator Craig Foster and Burwood Local Area Commander, Mark Jones.
the first and most famous artist of Chinese community in the innerBurwood Park, the Centre offers classes for adults including the movement, Albert Namatjira. west, Campsie Cultural Centre is Kicking off at 10 am, the establishing a branch in Burwood language and computer classes with classes every Monday and music and art classes for event also includes a children’s workshop with young Indigeduring February and March from children. Call 9718 2269 or 0407 10amuntil 12noon. 888 213 for more information. nous artist Nikeeta Haverfield at 11 am and a talk in the afternoon The not-for-profit community by Dulwich Hill resident, Martin organisation provides services Local hospitals score more nurses Edmond who’s writing a book to Chinese migrants, promotes and a PhD paper on NamatjiChinese culture in the wider 320 graduate nurses and PLACE TO SHOP AND community, runs education midwives areDINE choosing to start ra and the European whoTHE taught FRIENDLY him to paint, Rex Battarbee at programs to allow adults to their careers with Sydney Local 2.30 pm. update their practical skills and Health District this month at at Royal Prince Alfred (174), helps children with artistic and academic training. Concord (90) and Canterbury (26) Chinese centre expands Located at Burwood Park hospitals, and across the District’s to Burwood After 18 years helping the Community Centre, inside mental health services (30).
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Exercise your democratic right Following the shock announcement of a nine-month election campaign before a September 14 poll, by Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, the Australian Electoral Commission wasted no time in urging Australians to make sure they are enrolled to vote. “Now that the date of the federal election has been announced by the Prime Minister for Saturday 14 September, all eligible Australians should take the opportunity now to make sure they are enrolled to vote,” the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) said on January 30. All Australian citizens aged 18 years and over are required by law to enrol and vote in the federal election. Seventeen year olds who turn eighteen before or on 14 September will also be able to vote and should enrol now. Mr Killesteyn urged all
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Breaking down barriers for Burwood Police New to Burwood Local Area Command after six years at Cabramatta is Imanuel Choyce, who has taken up a role as the Multicultural Community Liaison Office (MCLO) with the Crime Management Unit. Imanuel, an Australian Citizen who moved to Sydney from Hong Kong in 2000 to study and gained a business degree from UWS, is fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin. He will be responsible for providing specialist advice and support to Police management and staff on multicultural community
safety concerns and cultural diversity issues that impact on operational policing. “Having lived in Hong Kong, and being a soldier with the United Kingdom regiment before China took over Hong Kong, I understand the difference between East and West,” Imanuel explained. “I will be looking to organise community forums and break down existing barriers between Police and various ethnic groups. I am here to help and looking forward to implementing projects, through
liaison and networking.” Bur wood Commander, Superintendent Mark Jones welcomed his new team member. “Imanuel Choyce is a great asset to the community. After just one week, he is already involved, organising forums and identifying community leaders within different cultures to break down the barriers and establish trust between those different cultures and Burwood Police Command, which we wish to strengthen,” Superintendent Jones said.
Member for Reid, John Murphy MP, is encouraging young athletes and teams to apply for funding support to help them realise their sporting dreams and compete in a championship event. “ T h e L o c a l Sp or t i ng Champions program is aimed at helping our junior sport stars meet the costs of participation at eligible sporting competitions,” Mr Murphy said. Local junior athletes can apply for a grant to cover the cost of their travel, accommodation, uniforms or equipment associated with participating in an eligible championship. “This grant program is designed to help more families cover the costs of expenses associated with participating in sporting competitions and support our junior athletes and future Olympians,” Mr Murphy said. “Individual athletes and teams who are participating in appropriately endorsed state school sport championships or international competitions are now also eligible to apply for support. “I encourage parents, coaches and junior athletes to apply,” Mr Murphy added. The Local Sporting Champions program offers grants of $500 for individuals and $3000 for teams. Applications for round three close on 28 February, 2013. For more information see: www.ausport.gov.au/champions
What’s On at Woodstock Woodstock Community Centre, 22 Church street, Burwood Papercraft with stevia Chai Yuen Loh Monday, 18 & 25 March 10:30am – 12:30pm xplore your creative flare and learn to make some beautiful pieces using paper! Each session a new project will be introduced including the art of origami, collage and quilling ($30 for four weeks and includes materials).
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Wellbeing Workshop with Marilyn Martin Monday 11 March - 6:00pm – 7:30pm free workshop to energise and nurture yourself. Have fun as you
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Kids and Carer’s YOGa sessions with Molly from Yoga’scool Tuesday 12, 19 & 26 March 11:00am – 12:00pm ome along to these fun filled sessions designed for adults and children to do yoga together. Stretch, play games, relax and have fun! These sessions are suitable for children from 2 ½ years up. Enjoy a picnic in the park at Woodstock after the class ($15 for 3 weeks).
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scrapbooking sessions with Ruth Bishop Wednesday, 6 & 13 March 6:00pm – 8:00pm ome and learn some basic scrapbooking techniques to create beautiful memories of past events! Ruth will introduce the materials and tools required and cover basic design principles in creating unique and special keepsakes ($20 for 2 weeks).
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New-look Raiders Now it has a new logo, Strathfield Raiders Junior Rugby League club is also looking for some new faces to join the team. Chris Raheb, club co-founder has returned as president and now has all three of his boys playing for the club. They, along with other members, will be sporting a new logo featuring the strong and boldly coloured head of a raider, which according to the club, projects strength, integrity and maturity. A major membership drive is also underway. The next recruitment days will be held on Saturday 16 February, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 February from 9am -noon at Airey Park, Homebush.
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Pretty simple really and anyone can play. Cabarita resident and local business owner, Danielle Marchand is a big fan of the game and is encouraging those interested to come along and try it out. “Our players train on most Tuesdays and Thursdays at Kellyville from 3.30pm and we hold a club competition on the first Sunday of each month,� Danielle explained. If you want to know more, call Danielle on 0419 555 421.
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