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May 2010
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The floribunda rose ‘Imp’ is the NSW number one Australian bred rose, after becoming Grand Champion of the third RAS Show held as part of the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Exhibited by Emu Plains rosarian, Ted Morphett, in the 1-25 Floribunda class, the unit won Champion Floribunda 1-25, Champion Australian Bred Rose and Grand Champion Unit. See page 3
Skate Park Petition Karyn Paluzzano recently met with local parents and children to petition for a skate park to be built in Emu Plains. Karyn has written to Penrith City Council on their behalf, requesting that a skate park be built for the benefit of young people in the area. Karyn has also started a Facebook group ‘Emu Plains Skate Park Petition’
WHAT’S ON AT
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Victoria Bridge Local residents don’t feel safe crossing the Victoria Bridge and the need for safe pedestrian and cyclist access is gaining momentum. See page 4
Jamison Creek Funding from the NSW Environment Trust has been granted for a new 3 year programe for bush management along Jamison Creek which connects Huntington Reserve and Hollier Reserve in Emu Plains through to the Leonay wetlands. Penrith Council Bush Management Officer, Janet Rannard, can now coordinate the work along the creekline. The priority is weeding, bush regeneration and revegetating. Volunteers are always welcome.
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