Emu + Leonay Gazette March 2012

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McCarthy Students’ War of the Weeds McCarthy Catholic College, Emu Plains is uniquely situated on the banks of the Nepean River, which offers the College a tremendous opportunity, indeed responsibility, to educate our youth on land care issues.

Thanks to a government grant, Year 10 agriculture students from the school have teamed up with members of Bass Sydney Fishing Club to tackle the daunting project of clearing invasive weeds and collecting seeds of native species in the area to replant.

Federal Member for Lindsay, David Bradbury braved the wet weather in February to meet students from McCarthy Catholic College and Bass Sydney Fishing Club members who are currently undertaking the rehabilitation of around 1 hectare of land along the Nepean River, at Emu Heights.

This project was made possible by a $6,420 Community Action grant, under the Gillard Government’s Caring for our Country initiative.

Currently, the group has put in over 300 hours of work to remove weedy vines, trees, shrubs and grasses that have heavily infested the area and are choking out native vegetation. Continued pg 8 ...

David Bradbury with McCarthy Catholic College students Ben Hatfield Joshua Jones

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Welcome back for another edition of the new look Emu & Leonay Gazette.

You may recall that in the last edition I asked you, the reader, to tell me how you’re getting on with your New Years Resolutions. I was very encouraged by the responses - not only the fact that a number of you did actually respond, but more so by the fact that a couple of you agreed that giving up chocolate was a totally futile pursuit! You can read the responses in our new monthly column on page 4 - THE LOCAL FORUM. Now, if there’s Irish blood running through your veins you’ll be well aware that this month the luck of the Irish will be with you on St Patricks Day - March 17.

Therefore, the forum for the next issue will be St Patricks Day. Have you kissed the Blarney stone? The Blarney Stone (in case you haven’t heard of it) is a block of bluestone built into the battlements of Blarney Castle in Ireland. According to legend, kissing the stone endows the kisser with the gift of the gab (great eloquence or skill at flattery). Maybe you could eloquently recount your St Pat’s day experiences for our forum readers.

This is your community newspaper.

If you have any interesting local stories you’d like to share with the readers, I’d love to hear about it. Feel free to contact me via phone or email – details are on the top left of this page.

I know this is a poor substitute for Cartoon Dave’s little Emu, but I’ve included a pic of me, so you can see who you’re talking to. (I’m the one on the left!)

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THAT’S MY BUDDY Starting school can be a little scary but not at Emu Heights.

The 51 new Kindies have been particularly welcomed by the school’s enthusiastic Year 6 children who have been given the role of Kindy Buddy.

While each child will have a special buddy, the seniors have been busy since the start of the year working with all the new Kindies as they learn how “big school” works.

All Year 6 children will also complete two days of leadership training in preparation for leading a Peer Support group involving their Kindy buddy and children from every grade in the school during term 2.

These groups will involve children working together on activities to develop the school values of friendship, tolerance and respect.

Kindy Buddy and Peer Support are just two of the many programs designed to create and develop the school’s family atmosphere and continue to make Emu Heights a great place for children to learn and grow.

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MONEY MATTER$ with Adam Mondy

John Saved An Additional $76,000

Government Co-Contribution for Dave Dave earns $40 000 and wants to take advantage of the Government CoBasically the contribution scheme 2.

Government will match each dollar you put in super up to a limit. Dave paid a special contribution to his super of $730.00 and the government matched this amount and added another $730.00. Dave said that’s about the “best return I’ll get all year”.

1The Government places limits on contribution into super.

2 There are income limits imposed on this scheme.

Please note- This information is of a general education nature and should not be acted on. Individual financial circumstances vary and a tailored solution, specific for your financial situation, should be developed in consultation with your financial planner.

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John was earning $80 000 a year with a current superannuation balance of $100 000 and should retire with approximately $274 000 in super. With the help of a Transition to Retirement Plan, John’s final super balance would be $350 000. That’s an increase of $76 000 over a ten year period. This strategy is tailored to each individual person and has many advantages. For example, John is not taking any extra risk with his money - his super is in the “Growth” portfolio and would stay in that “Growth” portfolio. He can rollback and stop this process at any stage and it is relatively inexpensive to set up. On top of this John maintains exactly the same take home income he had before the strategy.

Once John turns 60 the benefits of this strategy are even greater, as nearly all of his superannuation is in a tax free environment.

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Jane is not able to access the Transition to Retirement Scheme until she turns 55, but wanted to know how to grow her future super? The more money Jane has in super prior to 55 the greater the opportunity to maximise the transition to retirement scheme when it starts.

How does Jane increase her superannuation balance? Jane was saving $5 000 per year, into a bank account, from her wage of $70 000. Jane was paying tax at her full tax rate on interest earned on this account. After obtaining financial advice she decided to start a salary sacrifice1 program and put this surplus money into super. She started salary sacrificing $7 650pa which gave her a tax saving of $1 500 and added an extra $6150 per year into her super account. Her take home pay reduced by exactly the amount she was initially saving… $5 000. So giving up $5 000, using a different method, actually allowed her to save $6 150 per year.

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DON’T WASTE MARCH! Say goodbye to bulky and difficult to dispose items while helping the environment with three clean ups in March.

First on the agenda is Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday 4 March.

Visit www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au to find your nearest site. All you need is a hat, sunscreen, pair of gloves and some sturdy shoes to lend a hand on the day. The more volunteers who join in, the more our environment comes out a winner.

Next, collect unwanted and broken electronic items for Penrith City Council’s free E-Waste Drop Off Day on Saturday 10 March.

Last year, more than 125 tonnes of electronic waste were recycled by residents at two Council drop off days including electronic or battery operated items such as televisions, VCRs, DVD players, computers, monitors, keyboards, game consoles, small kitchen appliances, phones (land line and mobile) and the accompanying cords. Rather than clog up landfill, these items get dismantled into their various parts for recycling and reuse. Visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au for details.

Become a champion recycler by rounding up this trio of events with Council’s Chemical Clean Out Drop Off Day on Saturday 24 March. Both Drop Off Days run between 9am and 3.30pm at Jamison Park, with entry via Jamison Road. Load the items in your car or trailer and drive through. The friendly staff will unload the items for you.

Items you can drop off at the Chemical Clean Out day include paints, solvents, household cleaners, car batteries, motor oils, pesticides, poisons, gas bottles and fire extinguishers. Visit www.cleanout. com.au for more details, including safe transport information.

Don’t waste March - contact Council on 4732 7615 to find out more about these upcoming events.

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Resolution Revelation So. Here we are ... into the third month of the year. If you were bold enough to make any New Year’s resolutions, you’ll either be on your way to fullfulling them, or you’ve resolved to never again make any such ridiculous claims.

After confessing my failure to give up chocolate this year, I was encouraged to hear from Simone of Emu Heights. She said, “I thought briefly about giving up chocolate, but as Lorna Jane says, I’m no quitter!” I’m with you there, Simone!

Madeleine of Glenmore Park told me she’s given up on the whole idea of resolutions. Why? “If I don’t make one, I don’t feel guilty about breaking it!” Yeah, wise words from a very wise woman.

Gary from Leonay is attempting, for the fifth year running, to give up smoking.

He’s made it for two whole months now and feels confident of success this time due to the added incentive of impending fatherhood. “My wife will kick me out of the house if I breathe smoke anywhere near her or the baby.”

There were, as always, a number of resolutions to eat less and exercise more and people reported varying degrees of success with this. Jack reckons he was a bit over-amitious in assuming he can manage both. He figures if he exercises enough, he should be able to eat what he wants. And so far, he’s sticking to that revised plan. He hasn’t lost any weight, he says, but he’s feeling a whole lot better from the regular exercise.

Sally of Glenbrook resolved to be grateful. She has managed, thus far, to succeed in waking up each morning this year and acknowledging something in her life for which she is grateful. I was so touched by this beautiful resolution that I have resolved to do the same. Thankyou Sally for your beautiful contribution and your inspiration.

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Celebrate history with Penrith City Library

Penrith City Council’s Library will honour the City’s past with the 11th annual Makings of a City History Conference on Saturday 10 March.

Titled, ‘Venturing Above and Beyond’, the conference will delve into the history of early exploration of the land and air.

Penrith City Mayor Greg Davies said this year’s topic was particularly appropriate. “Few explorations have had more impact on Western Sydney than the crossing of the Blue Mountains of which next year is the bicentennial anniversary,” Councillor Davies said.

“Author Ross Brownscombe will tell the story of those who attempted to blaze the trail first for the successful crossing by Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth in 1813.”

Other exploration topics include the early aviators William Ewart Hart and Lesley Jones and the history of the Evan District’s settlement and people.

“The annual History Conference is a wonderful opportunity to come together to celebrate the history of our City.

“Council is committed to honouring this history, for to truly understand Penrith today it is important to look back to the Penrith of the past.”

The conference will be held in the Richard Bonynge Concert Hall at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre from 8:30am. The cost is $40 which includes an information pack, tea and coffee on arrival, lunch and morning and afternoon tea.

To register or for more information call 4732 7687, email alisons@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au or visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au.

Budding genealogists are also encouraged to explore their personal history at a Family History Fair the following day, Sunday 11 March, in the Lower Lounge Area of the Penrith City Library.

The Fair will include short talks on various topics and tips on how to research your family tree. It will run from 10am to 4pm and entry is by gold coin donation.

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Roland Melosi and his son Giovanni are manufacturing high quality smallgoods on the premises using all Australian pork.

They are maintaining the Melosi family traditional products but have introduced innovative flavours and ingredients such as truffled salami and salami with capers or provolone or green olives! Montecatini also have pancetta, lombo and cotechini, and three kinds of sausage in their wide range of products.

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Chickens On the Run Con Proestos loves chickens – BBQ chickens. He loves them enough to want to pack up his life in Canada and move back home to take over a little takeaway on the Highway in Emu Plains, give it a new name and a new lease of life. Bring in the chooks (only the best quality Steggles grain fed, barn raised, 100% free of hormones or steroids) and there you have it – Chicken on the Run. And in the three months that Con has been there, the Chickens have been running out the door.

Ten years ago, Con owned the Glenbrook Takeaway. He decided on a change of scenery, sold up shop and moved to Canada, where put his energy into running night clubs, pubs and restaurants.

Canada was a great experience for him and his wife Angela and their two teenage boys, but they’d had enough of the cold weather. As luck would have it, Emu Plains Charcoal Chicken came up for sale, so Con jumped at the opportunity and jumped on the next plane home.

Con has given the old shop a vibrant new red and yellow facelift and has introduced some exciting new products, namely his spicy Portugese burgers and his super special ‘7 secret ingredients’ stuffing. Angela will be adding her flair with fresh daily salads and some mouth watering new deserts.

Chicken on the Run is happy to offer event catering. Panthers Triathlon Club members have been benefitting from this service – they’re running hard to catch those delicious BBQ chickens after their club races!

New ‘No Stopping’ Zone To Improve Highway Flow at Emu Plains A new ‘no stopping’ zone to be installed on the Great Western Highway at Emu Plains by Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) will improve traffic flow and road safety.

“The new no stopping restrictions will apply during the morning peak, from 6am to 10am, on the northern side of the highway from Station Street South to around 50 metres east of Billington Place,” Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres said.

“The proposal to establish the new zone was developed in response to community requests to investigate the impact of unrestricted parking on eastbound traffic flow on the Great Western Highway at Emu Plains.

“Community members said they were concerned vehicles parked on the highway at this location restrict it to one lane which often causes congestion.

Chocolate Dangers at Easter Time We all know Easter is a fun time spent with family and chocolate... lots and lots of delicious chocolate! Easter is a great time for the human members of the family, but the infamous Easter egg hunt can end in tragedy for our four legged friends. Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, which when ingested by a dog or cat, causes vomiting, diarrhoea, hyperactivity, increased heart rate, restlessness, muscle twitching, increased urination, excessive panting and if left untreated can be rapidly fatal.

If your dog does accidentally eat some chocolate it is vitally important that they are seen within 30 minutes to an hour by your local veterinarian. The veterinarian will give an injection to make your pet vomit, which removes most of the toxins from the body.

Sometimes, your pet will be hospitalised, where intravenous fluids may be used, an enema or stomach pump may be required, and we may also need to use muscles relaxants and activated charcoal.

The bottom line - keep the chocolate well out of reach of pets!

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Colourful quilts and delicious Devonshire teas can be enjoyed while helping out the Caring Hearts Community Quilters by attending their 4th Airing of the Quilts on the 14th and 15th April.

The Quilts will be on show at The Arms of Australia Inn Museum, Great Western Highway, Emu Plains and will be open on Saturday from 10am to 4pm and Sunday 12 noon to 4pm.

These quilts are made and given to local hospitals palliative care wards, Barnados, Prince of Wales Children’s Hospital, and local women’s refuges. They have been made with lots of love, but they are not exhibition quilts.

There will be some quilts for sale along with lots of gifts suitable for Mothers Day, books of all sorts and a trading table, sausage sizzle and beautiful Devonshire teas.

There will be a beautiful quilt to be raffled with the proceeds going to Breast Cancer Australia.

These ladies work diligently throughout the year and are a self funded group.

There will be help on hand if you need to know anything about patchwork as they may be able to help you out. If there are any patchworkers that would like to join our group or donate much needed fabric, please contact Margaret Collier on 4735 2058.

Penrith City Council is helping families keep track of their pets by offering free microchipping at St Clair Autumnleaf Neighbourhood Centre on 15 March, from 10am to 2pm.

Penrith City Mayor Greg Davies said microchipping was a must for any responsible pet owner and one of the most important things you can do for your family pet.

“In NSW, it’s a legal requirement to have dogs and cats microchipped, so this is a great opportunity to have your pet microchipped for free. Having you dog or cat microchipped ensures Council rangers can easily identify and return lost or stray animals to their rightful owners.

“Council understands the importance of pets to families and is pleased to be able to offer this free service to help families keep costs down,” Councillor Davies said.

“To further help pet owners, a vet will be on hand to conduct free health checks.

You can also get tips on training and expert advice on a range of animal issues from an animal trainer and Council’s Companion Animal Officers.”

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Continued from pg 1... Mr Bradbury said he is delighted to see the huge amount of volunteer hours that have been put into protecting this important site.

“It is great to see local residents and students giving up their time to conserve our local environment. The Nepean River is an icon of our community and it is so important that we protect its natural integrity.”

Gerard Delaney is the coordinator of the school’s participation in this worthwhile project and is thrilled that Sydney Bass Fishing Club’s aims are very much in line with that of the school. The joint objectives are to build a more environmentally aware culture in Australia, by giving school students the opportunity to better understand the environment and to encourage students to consider environmental conservation as lifestyle choice by providing them with relevant information.

It is hoped that the collaborative efforts of the college and the fishing club will lead the way to developing systems of communication between communities and schools that can be replicated or used as a model for development by other schools.

Mr Delaney said, “this is a great opportunity for the students to put what they learn into practice. They are working with the local community for the good of the river”.

G’Day USA Calling all students from Nepean High, Glenmore Park High, and all Penrith Schools! Two very dedicated staff members – Judy Leonard of Glenmore Park High School and Helen Stevens of Nepean High School – have combined forces and resources to give the students of these schools the opportunity to spend next summer holidays in the USA on a cultural tour. The program is open to all high school students, from year 7 to year 12 and, so far, 5 students from Nepean High and 3 from Glenmore Park High have committed to the venture.

In January 2013 students from these two local high schools will be travelling to America for 20 days, visiting Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios, San Francisco and spending 10 days living with an American family and going to school with them in the Seattle area.

This will be the eighth time Helen Stevens has been involved with this program. It is a National Program run by a Melbourne based company, EWT (Educational World Travel), and is fully approved by the Department of Education. It is a broad-based life experience development program that encompasses all aspects of life.

The students will experience another culture, assimilate into another family and develop coping mechanisms for life.

Past experience has proved that students come back with a different, more mature outlook on life. The homebased stay with a host family gives them the opportunity to experience another culture first hand and appreciate the differences in two English speaking countries. The students spend several days at school with their host and thus experience a totally different education system.

The weather in Seattle is very cold in January and more often than not the students will encounter snow, which may even cause the cancellation of school for a day.

Keira from Glenmore Park High will be joining the tour. She said, “I’m really looking forward to meeting new friends, and to experience what it’s like to live in another country (for the 20 days we are there)”.

If you’re looking for a fantastic, funfilled, educational and life changing experience, start saving and get involved.

For more information please contact Judy Leonard at Glenmore Park High School on 4733 0155 or Helen Stevens at Nepean High School on 4728 7236.

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THIS SPORTING LIFE Fabulous Jessica Fox Leonay teenager Jessica Fox continues to impress. She finished off 2011 by topping the state in the HSC for PDHPE. Now she’s set to top the country in the women’s K1 slalom and secure a ticket to London as part of the Australian Olympic kayak team.

With only one position open on the Olympic team in the women’s K1 slalom event, the former Blaxland High School student is now the top contender after a blistering performance in the Australian Open Championships held at Penrith in February. Fox finished second behind Austria’s Violetta Oblinger-Peters.

There are two more Olympic selection races to go. A win in either one will assure Jessica of a place on the Olympic team.

17-year-old Jessica was pleased with her strong finish in the Open, but she knows that the job is far from complete.

“It’s a bit of a confidence boost but I know that it’s not over yet. There’s still a big fight ahead,” Fox said. “Hopefully I can approach the next race how I did this one and be fresh and ready to race again.”

All of the Olympic hopefuls will be feeling the pressure coming into the Oceania Open. “There’s pressure on everyone. It’s pressure we put on ourselves because we want that spot,“ she said.

With two former Olympic champions as parents, the odds are stacked in the right direction for Jessica to win the right to compete for Australia in London this year.

Jessica Fox at Penrith Whitewater Stadium

Cycling for the Greater Good Monday 9th April 2012 will be a big day for a dedicated group of local cyclists.

Known as the Cycling Cerebrums, the 12 cyclists will begin a 7 day ride from Penrith to St Kilda in Victoria, all for a great cause.

Co-Director of The Cycling Cerebellums, Barbara Hughes said, “we are a charity committed to helping out young people suffering from life-altering and debilitating injuries, diseases and disabilities.”

Through the collaborative efforts of the Team, Partners and Community, the Cycling Cerebellums are raising money to fund vital research, support and prevention projects for children with neurological conditions. Through engaging Australian communities their aim is to raise awareness for the areas most in need.

The inaugural tour will see a group of ordinary people embark on an extraordinary journey between Penrith and St Kilda - cycling and raising funds - $10,000 for the Commercial Travellers Ward at the Children’s Hospital at

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Then Naturopathy can help!

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Health for all the family 2 Lethbridge St, Penrith 2750

Cyclists on a mission: (L to R) Barbara Hughes, Trish Carter, Peter Williams, Kate Dukes, Graeme Smith, Elissa Kitchin, Paul Wills, Matt Shield, Paul Dukes, James Francis, Glenn Williams

Westmead.

Their Mission is to educate, provide and inspire individuals about neurological conditions and the differences we can all make to others lives. The Cycling Cerebellums are proudly supported by many generous sponsors who share the cyclisits passion for this inspiring project.

Barbara said, “the affiliation between our charity and our sponsors is one based on respect, friendship and ownership. We value each others role and aim to reach our fundraising goal together.”

The Cycling Cerebellums have many fundraising adventures happening all the time, all of which support the Commercial Travellers Ward and The Children’s Hospital of Westmead. Should you wish to become involved by donating or purchasing one of their awareness bands or T-shirts please check out their website: www.thecyclingcerebellums.com.au “The Cycling Cerebellums can and will make a difference on this journey and we look forward to having you all support us on our way.”

HMCP P H O T O G R A P H Y Harry’s Moment Captured

Mountain Waterfalls - Photography WorkShop Join Harry on one of his Landscape Photography WorkShops held in the Blue Mountains area and learn the techniques he uses to capture his breathtaking photographs.

WorkShop is limited to 4 people. From complete beginners to amateurs.

Book now to secure your spot. For more details, visit Harry’s website.

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Foster Carers Needed Is it possible to trust when you’ve always been let down?

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YOU CAN HELP THEM to believe it too by becoming a foster carer....

Barnardos Temporary Family Care (TFC) Program, Penrith urgently needs Short Term and Weekend Carers for children 0 – 12 years in the Blue Mountains, Penrith and Hawkesbury areas.

For more information phone 4729 1211

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Community Noticeboard Every Tuesday

Saturday March 17

Sunday March 11

Family History Fair at Penrith City Library 10.am to 4pm Entry is by gold coin donation.

On the day there will be free access to the great resources of Findmypast, GenesReunited, Scotslan ds People & Ancestr y; great prizes to be won; informative talks, trade tables and help with your research questions.

Everyone is invited to come along and enjoy the day.

Further information – www.nepeanfhs.org.au

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MIGHY MIGHTS Playgro up 10am-12pm Meet other mums & prescho olers at Emu heights Community Centre Ph: Bronwyn 0413 269 930

Penrith City Festival (aka The Festival of FUN!) s, a street The Festival consists of market family and es iviti act free of parade, lots es stag 2 entertainment and will have day all vide pro ch with performers whi entertainment. on the Penrith The Festival will be centre d in High Street a are the er CBD and will cov Westfields) and St h eag tler Cas n (betwee , Riley and tion and also branch out into Sta Wo odriffe Streets.

Details and bookings by 9 March 2012 to Frances on 0422 151 477 (if unavailable, please leave name, number and message).

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meet at the Blaxland Library Short St, Blaxland 7.30pm 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the mont h Enquiries: Peter – 0408 692 770

NEPEAN GIGGLES Playgroup 9.30am-11.30am Meet other mums & preschoolers at Emu Heights Com munity Centre Ph: San dra 0403 326 017 or Chris 0425 222 035

Every Wednesday

Bridge Club St Finbar’s Parish Hall 6.30pm for 7pm start Ph: 4735 6048

Ever y Frid ay

Carpet Bo wls 1–4pm

Monday March 19

Nepean Evening VIEW Club (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) are holding their Dinner Meeting at Panthers Penrith commencing at 7.00 pm - cost $23.

Women of VIEW support the Smith Family’s Learning for Life project.

New members warmly welcomed.

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St Finbar’ s Parish H all

Ever y Saturday

Saturday 24 March 9am and 3pm.

FREE Tai Chi lessons Saturdays at Dukes ova l Emu Plains 8.30am Check with crispeny@bigpon d.net. au

LIONS SPECTACLE-AR RAFFLE Emu Plains Lions Club is proud to be a part of Lions “Sight Programs” –aimed at preventable blindness, restoring eyesight and improving eye care.

Members of the Club will be located in the Centro Lennox Centre on Saturday 24 March between 9am and 3pm.

They will be collecting obsolete eyeglasses for re cycling.

Come along and drop your no longer needed eyeglasses into the box provided, and talk to the members who will also be conducting a raffle, to assist with ongoing community projects.

Call John on 02 47355120 or Phil on 0419353300.

Emu Plains Lions Club

Meet at Emu Plains Sport & Recreation Club 7:00pm 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Enquiries: 4735 5120

Lower Blue Mountains Men’s Shed

Blue Mountains Woodcrafts Centre, 19 Calver Ave, Mt River view 9am - 12 noon...

1st & 3rd Monday of the month 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month Enquiries: Ramon 4751 6819 www.lmshe d.org

“Knott” the Sitters Club

• Are you in need of a night out?

• Would you like to go see a movie without the kids?

• How about a doctor’s appointment without children in tow?

• Maybe you have recently moved into the area and would like to meet some new families?

The Club is based in the Penrith area and has been establishe d for about thirty years. We are looking for more families to join our club.

We cater for families with children of all ages, there is no money involved as we operate a debit/credit hours system.

We mind each other’s children in their own home. If you would like to find out more please ring Ann Panitz Ph: 0419 219 572. www.emuleonaygazette.com.au

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AIR CONDITIONING AIR-CONDITIONING

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• Air conditioning repair and service • Preventative maintenance schedules • Supply and fit all brands • Warranty agent selected brands • Heat pump hot water repair • Finance available for approved applicants

Call David 0424 945 859 Fax (02)4737 9929

4735 3976 0409 125 697

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Building S er vic M MT Maintenance e & 30 Years Experience Lic No. R76576

Home & Building Services from Roof top to Underground All roof repairs, flashing, roof vents, guttering, downpipes, plumbing, all carpentry work & maintenance, decks, pergolas, skylights, retaining walls and odd jobs Credit cards welcome

Balloon Decorators

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0403 815 398 Silverdale CARPENTRY

Mathew Pearson Carpentry

• Renovations • Pergolas • Decks • Floating floors • Built in wardrobes • Hang doors • Skirting • Architraves • Gyprocking/Plastering • General household maintenance & much more!

FREE QUOTES Contact Mathew on 0439 322 498 or peoscarpentry@hotmail.com

Licence No: 195360C

BATHROOMS

CARPENTRY

WHALE BATHROOMS

M AND C SAUNDERS CARPENTRY For all your carpentry needs, including, hanging doors, decks, renovations, pergolas, no job too small, over 40 years experience.

AIR CONDITIONING Lic No 67245c

Quality Bathroom Renovations • Customer discounts given • Rotted timber repairs • Mobile bathroom available • All work guaranteed • Free quotes

4773 8700 or 0417 417 556 www.whalebathrooms.com.au

BOOKKEEPING

Phone Mick on 0411 726 057 LIC:R84600

CARPET CLEANING

For all your air conditioning & gas central heating needs Phone 4735 3300 4/84 Old Bathurst Rd, Emu Heights

• Accounts Payable & Receivable • Payroll • Bank Reconciliations • BAS & IAS Preparation • Registered BAS Agent • Onsite/Off-site/Once off/Rescue Jobs

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Tile & Grout Cleaning

WE DESIGN. WE INSTALL. WE GUARANTEE.

E: faithe@faithefullbookkeeping.com.au

1300 557 548 or 4774 9618

Lic No. 148730C

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BUILDER / REPAIRS

Helen & Dianne

Email: campbelg@hotkey.net.au

No Job Too Small

Philway@live.com.au

www.balloonaticsnsw.com.au

Phone: 4739 3653

Safety switches • Smoke detectors

Chris 0405 107 506

BALLOONATICS

Daytime & Saturday Appointments 52 Old Bathurst Rd, East Blaxland

Air Conditioning & Electrical

30 years experience Free Quotes ~ All Areas

BALLOON ARTISTRY

Meeting the Financial Management & Taxation needs of our Community since 1976 COMPLETE RANGE OF TAXATION & ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Bill McLean

• New homes • Decks / Pergolas • Extensions / Renovations • Frames / Carpentry

LIC 211838C AU21673

Accountant & Registered Tax Agent

AIR CONDITIONING

BUILDER Philway Constructions

Builders Licence 238922C

ANTENNA

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‘Keeping your records up to date’

Contact – Faithe 0410 650 924

ARGYLL Locally owned & operated. On time, every time. Quality work at competitive prices.

ELECTRICIAN

CELEBRANT Pamela Noal

GIFTS

CMC DipCel JP

Reflections To Share, Celebrancy Services

Weddings Namings Celebration of Life: Funerals

0447 778 870

‘Ensuring you a personal and sincere service’

Email: reflectionstoshare@bigpond.com

CHILDCARE Emu Plains Cluster

Long Day Care, Before And After School Care Vacation Care

Meeting your child care needs from 6 weeks to 12 years of age

Phone 4735 4233 Happy Kids Care and Learning

where the gift of giving is delicious

gorgeous and unique chocolate bouquets for every occasion

DESIGN • INSTALL• MAINTAIN • Lighting & Power Points • TV & Phone Outlets • Smoke Alarms • 3 in 1 Heaters & Ceiling Fans • Stove & Hot Water • 24 Hr Emergency Service Available

(Sydney wide delivery to your door) Also available at Emu Florist, Centro Lennox Try Our

Chocolate Spoons

Visit our website www.rondys.com.au for detailed information about our services

Call 4737 9990 or 0423 877 630

7 delectable flavours to choose from

1300 664 661

Lic No 205620C

e: info@lollylicious.com.au

Penrith City Children’s services co-operative ltd

Seniors Card accepted!

CLEANING

ELECTRICIAN

HAIR & BEAUTY

WINDOW & EXTERIOR CLEANING

Gold Medal Service for your home or business!

*Regular Window cleans *High Pressure Cleaning *All Exterior, Eaves, Gutters *Driveways, Pool Surrounds FOR A FREE QUOTE

Phone Peter 0414 614 062 or Free Call 1800 1 5263

CONCRETINNG CONCRETING

Power on Electrical

For all your electrical needs

Formal Upstyles from $40 Spray Tans $20 NEW Amazing Hair Tape Extensions

Competitive rates, Free quotes Quality guaranteed

Call Scott 0415 873 103

95/97 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains

EXCAVATIONS

HAIR & BEAUTY Shop 7 Lennox Centre Emu Plains

building services pty ltd • Stencil, Stamp, Coloured and Spray On Concrete • Driveways, Patios & Shed Slabs • All general concreting Lic No 179227C

Ph: 0410 474 366 or 9673 5725

DRIVING SCHOOL

McCaffery’s DRIVING SCHOOL 4735 4368 0451 262 494 Qualified Driver Instruction Automatic car only

One hour lesson $55

One hour lesson = 3 log book

Student and package Discounts available ELECTRICIAN

JRF Electrical High Quality Work at Fair Prices Domestic, Commercial, Industrial For Free estimates call Jason Lic. 174994c

PH: 0411 810 061

4735 1008

Excavation & Tipper Hire

MINI EXCAVATOR RUBBER TRACKS ROCK BREAKER & 2 TONNE TIPPER • Trenching & Footings • Post & Pier Holes Concrete & Soil Removal • Driveways • Retaining Walls • Land Clearing • Rock Excavation • Drainage • Removal of Fill • Licensed and Insured • All General Excavation • Free Quotes

For all your hair and beauty needs

Spend up to $100 and receive a 10% discount Spend over $150 and receive a 15% discount

Licence 62100C

FUNERALS

Reflections

• 4732 4440 • All Suburbs

89 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains

4735 8111

HANDYMAN

Reflections Funerals

Reflections is a local, family owned company offering your family the best service and value, 24 hours everyday.

HAIR & BEAUTY

Makeup – Acrylic Nails – Waxing – Facials Spray Tanning – School Formal Packages Weddings (in salon & mobile)

Quality Services at an Affordable Price Servicing all Areas

At Reflections we offer care, support and understanding to provide a compassionate Celebration of Life.

With every colour receive 10 FREE Foils!

Lush hair, nails & beauty

EXCAVATION - Buckets 300 to 450 - Mud buckets -Tight Access Specialist - 700mm wide able to fit through door - Hammer & Ripper - Conveyors

David La Rosa Mobile: 0418 286 147 Office: 4733 4466

4735 4004

Southern Cross

• Pre-sale Property Maintenance • Roofing • Repairs • Roof inspections • Guttering • Handyman • Pressure cleaning.... and any other jobs you can think of • Free Quotes

Martin 0420 975 050

monark@optusnet.com.au

Lic 29201C

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Advertise your business here! $25 (single) per month $50 (double) per month

LANDSCAPING

PAINTER

HERITAGE LANDSCAPES & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Ron Hallesy

Licence No. 223594C

Gardens, Decks, Retaining Walls, Turfing, Irrigation, Paving & Garden Maintenance Call Ben

Phone: 0417 267 690 emueditor@districtgazette.com.au

HANDYMAN

LAWN CARE

PAINTER

LAWN & GARDEN CARE

Call Steve 0407 467 462

Organic Soil Conditioning Liquid Fertilisation & Greening Soil Moisture Retainers (Wetters) Lawn Insect Pest Control Grass & Broadleaf Weed Control Lawn Disease Monitoring & Treatment Fabian Gemin 0401 701 322

HOT WATER

CHEAPER HOTWATER Piping Hot Plumbing lic 195703c

Trade Certificate in Landscaping & Horticulture

HOT WATER

MUSIC TUITION

HOGAN HOT WATER

Kaleidoscope Music Guitar Tuition

GAS • SOLAR • ELECTRIC

Rohan Hotchkiss Ph 0428 335 874

YOUR LOCAL HOT WATER SPECIALIST

Ph: 0408 259 994

p: 4732 4566

f: 4732 4588 www.jandlkitchens.com

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Open 7.30am-4pm Mon-Thurs 7.30am-2pm Fri 9am-1pm Sat

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Special care with older dogs 4735 2558 0427 352 558 Unit3/14 Smith St, EmuPlains

PET CARE – GROOMING * * * * * *

Clean, warm Hydrobath Full Grooming Flea & Tick Control Eye & Ear cleaning Nails Clipped Free Quote

Mobile -We Come To You Call Leah 0416 646 022

PET CARE – GROOMING Dog Grooming Salon and Pet Boutique Unit 39, 38-40 Abel Street, Penrith

4722 9492

www.kaleidoscopetuition.com.au

Open Mon to Fri 9–6 and Sat 9 – 3

OVEN CLEANING

PET CARE – MINDING

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Dial A Minder

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Western Cleaning Solution use a specialised steaming machine that steams at 170 degrees to ensure that the best possible results are achieved NO FUMES • NO HARSH CHEMICALS • NO FUSS

U19/29 Coombes Dve Penrith

• from $14 a day • Pensioner discounts

Nepean Mountains Dog Grooming Established 1990

0449 134 772

All Brands of Hot Water Systems Replaced All Hot Water Problems Solved

A home away from home...

Clean,large individual walk in pens Cosy living areas Access to huge play area (7 areas) Heated Living quarters Short and long term stays We Love Cats - Lots of TLC!

Love Thy Lawn Property Maintenance

Call Andrew

Free Quotes and Pensioner Discounts available

Come and visit our showroom at

PET CARE

PET CARE – GROOMING

Friendly professional service Young & hardworking

We service/replace all makes & models of

Enquire about a Free Consultation

Paul Kowalczuk Lic No. 191875C Mb: 0408 741 548

LAWNS & GARDENS

LAWNS & GARDENS

Gas, Electric & Solar Hot Water Systems SAME DAY HOT WATER

KITCHENS Quality Affordable Kitchens

All painting work domestic & commercial Fully Licensed & Insured Free Quotes - No Obligation

Contact Sylvia: 4787 6541 www.megalongvalleycattery.com.au

Call Vince 0405 429 928

HOT WATER

Lic No. 225 162C

Southern Sun Painting & Decorating

fgemin@coochie.com.au • www.coochie.com.au

• Lawn Mowing & Slashing • Fully Insured • Garden Care • Reasonable Rates • Odd Jobs /Gutters Cleaned • Friendly & reliable

0419 233 465 / 4774 9942

0431 253 543

• Lawns mowed & edges • Weeding, mulching & pruning • Fertilising, rubbish removal • Prompt, Professional, Friendly

Lic.2411C

Coochie HydroGreen Lawn Services

Lic No: R84571

Contact: Nicholas McLeod

Gold Medal Service for all your lawn & garden needs!

LAWN CARE

0422 765 397

ALL AREAS 24/7 SAME DAY SERVICE Call Graham for local service

www.1james.com.au

‘Service with a smile’

Repairs / Replacement of all brands Pensioner discount/Guaranteed work

4735 5477

0448 844 314

All Aspects of Building and Building Repairs

All work guaranteed

Ring Ron for a Quote Over 30 Years experience

Joe’s Ultimate Handyman Services

BUILDING Concrete Footings, Bag Rendering, Block Work, Window Repairs, Saw Cutting, Stone Walls, Decorative Stone Laying, All Brickwork BUILDING REPAIRS Tiles, Plastering, Carpentry, Doors & Locks, Painting, Fly Screens, Leaky Taps GENERAL JOBS Lawn Mowing, Rubbish Removal, Garden Care, Property Maintenance

Painters & Decorators

$60*

Pet & Home Care

Personally tailored pet care & home care solutions to suit you & your pet’s every need.

- No more kennels or catteries! - Act NOW!

Call Bob on 0417 262 706 or 4774 0026 (AH)

Melina 0412 971 110 or 4733 2453

*Extreme Oven Conditions May Incur An Additional Charge.

Loyalty Discounts Can Apply

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PLUMBING

PLUMBING HOT WATER

SMASH REPAIRS

EMU PLAINS SMASH REPAIRS PTY LTD

HOT WATER SPECIALIST Experts in Plumbing Specialising in Gas, Electric and Solar Hot Water Systems Lic No. 225 162C

Contact: Nicholas McLeod

0431 253 543

www.countrysideplumbing.com.au countrysideplumbing@live.com.au

We service/replace all makes and models of Hot Water Systems SAME DAY HOT WATER Free Quotes and Pensioner Discounts available

PLUMBING

Licensed Plumber, Drainer & Gasfitter Lic: 224647C All aspects of plumbing maintenance and new installations.

Specialising in BATHROOM RENOVATIONS.

E&M Tiling

Does your plumbing flow right?

Call your local plumber Paul

on 0468 994 776 Email: flowrightplumbing@ymail.com

TILING

Silver Service Tiling

pool SHOP

All aspects of Tiling, bathroom renovations, repair work

quality sales & service

For friendly & reliable service contact Simon Parnell on 0410 421 573 PLUMBING

All Wall & Floor Tiling 20+ years experience 4732 4298 or 0418 250 293 Licence No. R97930

Western Sydney Pool Services

Bathroom Renovations Extensions Maintenance Blocked Drains Hot Water Broken Pipes

INSURANCE AND PRIVATE WORK

TILING

POOL SERVICES

Plumber Drainer Gasfitter 24 Hours—7 Days

15 SMITH STREET, EMU PLAINS PHONE: 4735 4811

Shane 0418 439 992

New

ly Service with a smile!

Friend ! rs Competitive Prices! e n w O Convenient location!

Pool testing while you wait!

Call in to today – Paul & Anne are happy to help with all your pool needs!

a/h 4774 2511

TILING

Amazing Tiling Services Quality Workmanship Guaranteed

All aspect of tiling which include: • Ceramic, Marble, Mosaic • Waterproofing

Shop 2/133 Russell St Emu Plains

4735 5322

sales@atlanticpoolsnsw.com.au

Contact Daniel on: Mobile: 0430 793 669 Office: 8883 0094 Email: danyhcy@hanmail.net Lic No: 245 011C

POOLS & SPAS

WASHER REPAIRS

Washers, Dryers & Dishwashers

24 hour Maintenance on Plumbing & Drainage - Blocked drains cleared with electric eel - Taps & Toilets no job too small - Hot water services quoted & guaranteed - Water jetter services - Camera inspections Contact Paul on

0405 184 516 PLUMBING

STRESS FREE PLUMBING No call out fee Quote up front

Lic No 181864C

LPG, natural gas Hot water systems

P: 0419 018 909 • Swimming pool maintenance & inspections • Pumps, filters, chlorinators, cleaners

Family Business Est 40 Years

ROOFING Accredited Pink Batt Specialist

DISHWASHERS INSURANCE CLAIMS PENSIONER CONCESSIONS

Lic No 86216C

• New roofs • Roof repairs & restoration • Supply & fit fascia & guttering • Bonded asbestos removal • Supply & fit insulation

Tel: 4729 3441 Mob: 0432 823 021 Email: plumbingstressfree@yahoo.com

Phone Greg 0418 446 590 or 4773 8634

PLUMBING - GASFITTING - DRAINAGE

www.completeroofing.com.au

4773 8242 / 0417 657 410 YOGA Nurture your mind, body and soul with Hatha yoga We cater for all ages and levels of experience See current timetable online at

www.yogaembrace.com.au or call Tracey on 0419 292 420

First class is free!

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