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A Close Shave From Friday 15th March, people all over Australia were going under the clippers, and a very dedicated bunch of locals went for the close shave as part of the Leukaemia Foundation of Australia’s World’s Greatest Shave. Lower Mountains and the Plains folk came out in droves to support 10-yearold leukaemia patient Connor Ansell and his “Inspired By Connor” Team to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation. Several local schools held “Crazy Hair” days, with some students, parents and teachers getting the chop in front of the cheering school crowds. Cath Werry from Do Hairdressing Salon in Glenbrook provided huge support for Connor’s team on the Saturday by providing shaving and colouring for the masses. Connor’s parents, Mark and Debbie, were overwhelmed by the community
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support. While funds are still being collected, the “Inspired by Connor” team is currently the 5th highest fundraising team in NSW, with a total of over $28,000.00. That’s a huge community effort! Many thanks to all who sponsored the team. If you haven’t yet sponsored, and you’d like to, there’s still time. You can just log onto http://my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/markansell
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From the Editor Welcome to the April edition of your community news. Mother’s Day is coming up next month, so mum should be foremost in your minds at the moment (as she should always be!) We have a fabulous “Love Your Mum” competition, with the chance for you to win your mum a great prize, courtesy of Essential Bodyworks. See page 3. Stuck for gift ideas? Have a flick through the paper, and you’re sure to be inspired – see the fabulous new Spa De Vie Mother’s Day specials on page 3. Maybe a delicious chocolate bouquet from the multi-award winning Lollylicious. See pg 4-5. Many thanks to those who sponsored our team, “Inspired by Connor” for the World’s Greatest Shave. Yes, that’s your editor on the front cover at left.! There’s still time to sponsor if you’d like.... http://my.leukaemiafoundation.org. au/markansell And don’t forget the “Relay For Life” , coming up at the beginning of May. See the ad on page 15 for details. Get into training, and wear off all the excess Easter eggs. Happy reading
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Why are we here? Why are we here? What am I meant to do? At some times they seem like unnecessary questions. We know what we have to do – go to work, look after the kids, and keep the house running. At other times events in our lives might be a trigger for these questions – the birth of a child, or the children moving out, or the death of someone we care about. Then they are questions that we ask ourselves, and we’d really like to have better answers.
Over the last month we’ve been thinking as a church through God’s answers to Big Questions, and these were some of the big questions. I couldn’t do it justice to try and answer this one in just these few lines. But would it be fair to say that at least at some point in our lives, we know it’s a question that matters? Where will you find the answer? God in His Bible has given an answer that I’m persuaded by, and you may be too. If you’re interested in thinking it through more for yourself why not join us at church, or at our Christianity Explored – One Life, What’s it all About? six week course. It starts in May, and details are on our web site, or available over the phone. Roger Cunningham
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Green Fingers At McCarthy McCarthy Catholic College is one of only 4 schools in the Sydney basin that has taken on the challenge to be part of the first annual ‘Seed2Tree’ program. The Seed2Tree program is supported and funded by HOTROCK, a ‘charity that provides financial and professional support to help schools integrate sustainability into their curriculum and whole-school management and systems’. The Seed2Tree initiative also includes support from the Hawkesbury-Nepean CMA, Camden Council, and the Alive! Project managed by the Hawkesbury Environment Network. McCarthy has integrated the Seed2Tree program into the Year 7 Agriculture rotation within the Mandatory Technology Syllabus. This will require each student within the Year7 cohort to be charged with the responsibility of caring for the seedlings throughout the course of the year. It is hoped that this hands-on approach to environmental issues
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Gardening ... When Size Matters Most of us think of our garden as a sanctuary from the stresses of daily life, a place to relax and admire. Patches of ground are highly priced and space should be used wisely. In the plant world there are now so many options available for even the smallest of gardens. Walls are an ideal way to show off plants espaliered or colourful climbing plants. New varieties of dwarf citrus trees and fruit trees are perfect in large containers. The beauty of these edible favourites is they only grow half of the standard tree yet still produce full sized fruit. Or if you’re looking for a hedge with an edge why not try the min-a-min dwarf murraya, a classic popular highly fragrant plant with glossy green foliage. These plants and many more are available at Glenmore Garden Plus -757 Mulgoa Road, Mulgoa. Why not take your mum there for Mother’s Day. See the ad on this page for the Mother’s Day special. Happy Gardening from Lee-Anne and the friendly team at Glenmore Garden Plus.
Lollylicious Success Story Local business Lollylicious.com.au were recently named a finalist in the Australian Small Business Champion Awards for 2013 in the ‘Online Small Business’ category. The Australian Small Business Champion Awards will take place this month, where a winner will be named. Riding high on their success of being named the ‘Outstanding New Business’ at the 2012 Penrith City Local Business Awards, Lollylicious.com.au specialise in gorgeous and unique chocolate bouquets for every occasion. No doubt you would have already seen their brightly coloured car, which passes through Sydney like a rainbow. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, celebrate your Mum by giving her a gift that is simply stunning and utterly lip smacking. Visit Lollylicious online at www.lollylicious.com.au or call the friendly team on 1300 664 661. Join their YUM CLUB online to receive a massive 10% OFF your first order. Lollylicious, where the gift of giving is delicious and multi award-winning!
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Photographic Competition Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres encourages residents of Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains to submit an entry for the 2013 Stuart Ayres Photo competition. “This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the beautiful scenery and diverse people and cultures of the Penrith region,” Mr Ayres said. “With the Easter break and the school holidays fast approaching this is a great opportunity for the avid snapper to record events in Penrith.” The theme for the Photo competition is ‘Penrith’ and is open to all residents. There are two categories – over and under 18 years. First prize is $500, second prize is $250 and best under 18 is $250. Entry is free. The competition closes on 30 May 2013. Application forms are available from the electorate office at Shop 23 Penrith Centre, 510 – 534 High St, Penrith or online at www.stuartayres.com.au
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People looking for work in Penrith will soon get a chance to meet local employers and training organisations all in the one place when the Federal Government’s Jobs and Skills Expo comes to town on 23 April 2013. Federal Member for Lindsay, David Bradbury, today announced that Penrith will host one of the eleven Jobs and Skills Expos this year, which forms part of the Government’s nationwide strategy to help local people get into jobs and secure training opportunities. “This is great news for local residents who are looking for work, as well as local businesses who need local workers to keep their businesses growing,” Mr Bradbury said. “The expo will provide jobseekers with an opportunity to meet local employers and training and employment services providers from our region. “Last year Penrith hosted an expo which connected over 4,200 people with employment and skills training.” The Jobs and Skills Expo will have a jobs board with jobs on offer and a skills board displaying local training opportunities available in the area. “Labor stands for jobs and I’m proud that this Government has created more than 800,000 jobs since 2007,” Mr Bradbury said. “The Jobs and Skills Expo is another practical way that our Government can assist local residents to up skill and get back into work.” Exhibiting is free and those interested in exhibiting or advertising a job vacancy at any of the Australian Government Jobs and Skills Expos should call 13 11 58 or visit www.humanservices.gov.au/expos. Employers can also contact their Local Employment Coordinator at any time to find out about assistance the Australian Government can provide. Contact details for Local Employment Coordinators can be found at http://deewr.gov.au/list-local-employment-coordinators.
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Last month, I gave you an outline of a parenting tool called “emotion coaching”. This month, I thought I would give you an example of how I do emotion coaching. I don’t follow the outline exactly. I go with what is happening at the time. The most important part is that you acknowledge your child’s feelings, stay with her whilst she is upset, and support her to move on when she is ready. Scene: My youngest son accidently washed a Christmas beetle down the sink. He loves all creatures, and has a compassionate heart. I heard a wail from the bathroom, and him screaming that he had killed the beetle. Me: You are so sad about the Christmas beetle getting washed down the sink (noticing the emotion). He headed towards me and leapt into my arms for a hug. He continued to cry and lament the death of the Christmas beetle. This boy has big emotions. Me: You are so, so sad. You are worried that it has died. You wish it hadn’t happened. You are crying. (Reflecting what he was saying and observing what he was doing.) I continued to hold him, and reflect his sadness. Me: Where do you feel your sadness? Boy: In my heart, and in my eyes because I can’t stop crying (locating the emotion in the body). Me: I would feel sad too because I like creatures too (empathising). When he had calmed down, and he was over his upset, I asked him what he knew about Christmas beetles (exploring). We had a discussion about Christmas beetles. How they change from lawn grubs into beetles. How our dogs dig up the grubs and eat them (yuk!). This wasn’t a teaching moment, it was a shared moment - I know what interests him. His dad piped up and said that Christmas must be coming again because it was a Christmas beetle, and that made the boy laugh. Part of being a positive parent is helping to organise your child’s feelings. It is not telling her to “get over it, and on with it”. It’s not dismissing how she feels. It’s not distracting her with a toy to try to cheer her up. It is being with your child through all of the bigness and discomfort of it all. You don’t want your child to be so upset or angry, and you are tempted to try and move her through it quickly so you can get on with being calmer and happier. However, the more you acknowledge your child’s feelings and “be with” her, the more emotionally attuned she will become. In time, she will learn how to organise her own feelings because she has had it modelled for her. I don’t live in Disneyland. I know this is not possible all of the time. There are days when I have a screaming boy when I’m trying to get out the door to get to work. I do some acknowledging of feelings but I tell him that I don’t have time to organise his feelings the way he is used to. Because he is “heard” most of the time, he can tolerate the times when it’s not possible. Next month: How to do emotion coaching with an angry child. Narelle Smith
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WHAT’S COOKING? After overindulging in Easter treats, here are a couple of fresh autumn temptations for you to try.
Roasted Autumn Vegetable Salad Ingredients • Serves 4 60ml (1/4 cup) olive oil 3 tsp ground cumin 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1/2 (800g) butternut or jap pumpkin, seeded, cut into 8 wedges 4 bulbs baby fennel, trimmed, cut into wedges 2 red onions, cut into wedges 100g soft goat’s cheese, crumbled 3 vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into wedges 60g rocket 50g (1/3 cup) pine nuts, toasted Lemon & paprika dressing 1 lemon, zested, juiced 2 tsp caster sugar 2 tsp sweet paprika 2 cloves garlic, crushed 80ml (1/3 cup) extra virgin olive oil Method 1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Place oil, cumin, garlic, pumpkin, fennel and onions in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. 2. Transfer pumpkin to a large roasting pan and roast, turning occasionally, for 15 minutes. Add fennel and onions, and roast, turning occasionally, for a further 25 minutes or until all vegetables are tender. Remove pan from oven and cool for 10 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, to make dressing, whisk all ingredients in a bowl, then season. 4. Place vegetables, goat’s cheese, tomatoes, rocket and dressing in a large bowl, season, then toss to combine. 5. Divide salad among shallow bowls, scatter with pine nuts then serve and enjoy!
Cranberry Apple Pie Ingredients • Serves 8 Pie 1 refrigerated pie pastry 2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and quartered 2 cups fresh cranberries (thawed if frozen) 2/3 cup sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 tablespoons flour Crumb Topping 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 4 tablespoons cold butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces Method 1. Preheat oven to 200ºC. Line a 23 cm standard (not deep-dish) pie pan with the pastry, fluting the edge. 2. Thinly slice the apples crosswise and combine them in a large bowl with the cranberries. Add the sugar, lemon juice, and flour, mixing well. Transfer the filling to the pie shell, smoothing the top of the fruit. Bake for 30 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and cinnamon for the topping. Add the butter, rubbing it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 4. After 30 minutes, remove the pie from the oven and reduce the temperature to 190ºC. Spread the topping over the pie and bake it for another 25 to 30 minutes, until the top is golden and the fruit thickens and bubbles around the edges. 5. Allow the pie to cool before serving.
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WHAT’S ON? Little Red Attracts Big Crowds Families flocked to Mamre House in the January school holidays to witness the ridiculous antics of Little Red Riding Hood, her brother Blue, Granny and of course Wolfgang the Wolf. This wacky version of the children’s classic tale was written by Glenmore Park resident Gabrielle DeCelis. With witty rhymes, silly songs and twisted humour LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD entertained children and adults alike in the beautiful gardens of Mamre House. One patron said “the wit and pace of the script was simply brilliant and a joy to watch” and, “Little Red Riding Hood certainly eclipsed the character and quirk you would find in any big smoke production”. Audience members certainly enjoyed the fact that this original, locally produced show entertained on many different levels; the kids loved the crazy slapstick and the grown-ups appreciated the topical and sometimes satirical humour. If you missed the January season of Little Red Riding Hood at Mamre House don’t despair. You can catch all the zany fun at the Norman Lindsay Gallery in Faulconbridge during the April school holidays! This is a wonderful opportunity for children to experience live, interactive theatre in the lovely gardens of the Norman Lindsay Gallery. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch to “wolf” down after the show. 25 – 28 April, 2013 Thursday 1pm only, Friday - Sunday 10.30am & 1pm Tickets: $12 - Group of 6 only $60 – Kids under 2 years free. Bookings: 4751 1067 Norman Lindsay Gallery, 14 Norman Lindsay Crescent, Faulconbridge
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WHAT’S ON? April Holiday Workshops NOISE
an exhibition of new music 30 March – 23 June 2013 Free entry open daily 9-5pm Exhibition Launch Sunday 7 April from 4pm NOISE is a combined discipline exhibition which pushes the definition of ‘soundscape as art’ to include new musical compositions of any variety. A select group of internationally renowned musicians have been invited into the Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest Collection to create an original composition or improvisation inspired by their chosen artwork. NOISE will showcase nine new compositions by Australian and international musicians from a wide range of genres – from opera to IDM, folk to neo-classical and industrial. Featuring new work by Jim White (Dirty Three) & George Xylouris - Tom Ellard (Severed Heads; Jack Ladder - Io Echo - Eddie Muliaumaseali’I; Kirin J. Callinan & Daniel Stricker (Midnight Juggernauts); Castratii - Tim McPhee and Matthew Doyle. The prestigious PRG&TLB Collection consists of contemporary and Indigenous artworks as well as examples of Modernism, Abstract Expressionism, Hard Edge Abstraction and Minimalism from the 1930s to 1970s, including work by Ralph Balson, Henry Salkauskas, Yvonne Audette and Peter Upward. NOISE invites audiences to experience music in an intense and uncommon way: shifting the act of listening from its realm of concert halls, pubs, clubs, radio and digital devices and into a space normally associated with focused ‘viewing’.
Join us in the second week of the school holidays for a range of fun art making workshops inspired by the Birds exhibition in Lewers Learning Centre. Bookings and pre-payment essential. 5-12 yrs $15 per student, 3-5 yrs $10 per child Tuesday 23rd April, 10:0am - noon 5 - 8 year olds Want to make your bird drawing come to life? Get creative in our bird flip book and storyboard workshop 9 - 12 year olds Make your stamp on the fashion world with our big bird bag printing workshop and take home your very own designed bird bag. Wednesday 24th April, 10:00am - noon 5 - 8 year olds Become your favourite bird for the day by making your very own bird beak mask. 9 - 12 year olds Make a home for your bird friend with our bird feeder making workshop. Friday 26th April, 10:00am - noon 5 - 8 year olds Make your bird fly with our bird mobile workshop. 3 - 5 year olds Art Blocks for Tots – Make a mini garden
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THIS SPORTING LIFE Panthers Set for Big Season The Penrith Basketball Association launched its campaign in the 2013 Waratah Championship League (WCL) competition on 16th March, hosting the Newcastle Hunters at the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre, Cambridge Park. Three residents from the district will be represented in the Men’s team this year, including assistant coach Adam Peterson (Emu Plains), point guard Ben Wagenfeller (Glenbrook) and forward Emlyn Dodd (Glenbrook). The Penrith Men’s team lost three senior players from 2012 but their replacements have already made their mark, with the Panthers convincingly winning each of their three pre-season games against the Hawkesbury Jets State League teams and the NSW Under 18 Men’s team. Dodd has been a regular member of Penrith’s senior men’s team for a couple of years, whilst Wagenfeller is graduating from the Penrith Youth League team and promises to be a star of the future.
St Finbar’s swimming sensation, Noah Cariolato
Swim Star to All Schools State Titles Noah Cariolato from St Finbar’s, Glenbrook has had a sensational swim season. He smashed 5 records at the Catholic Schools Zone Titles, earning the senior swimmer of the meet award. He then followed up just 3 days later at the Diocesan Trials with wins and places in all 7 events he competed in, again earning the swimmer of the meet title. At the end of March, he swam at the Mackillop trials, winning the senior boys 200m Individual Medley in a blistering time of 2:42:77. He placed 2nd in the 100m freestyle, 2nd in the 50m freestyle and another 2nd in the 50m breaststroke, earning him a ticket to the All Schools State Titles in those events, in early April. Six swim stars from Our Lady of the Way in Emu Plains also competed at the Mackillop trials. Justin Cooper, Hannah Ristevski, Keisha Chilmaid, Tully Brown, Laura Patterson, Alyssa Procter all swam personal bests on the day. Teacher Anne-Maree McKeon said she was delighted with each of their performances, and they were wonderful ambassadors for their school.
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The Lions Club of Emu Plains is 25 years old and will be holding a Dinner Dance on Saturday 20th April 2013 at the Emu Plains Sporting & Recreation Club, Leonay, to celebrate this important occasion in the Club’s proud history in the community. Cost – $40.00 per person – includes a 3 course dinner & entertainment.Significant donations will be announced during the evening. All welcome & we hope you will join us on this special night. Information & Bookings please contact ... A. Cooper 4735 1721 or email avcooper3@bigpond.com
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Rare Pieces Of NSW Fire Fighting History Awarded Heritage Listing Five rare items from Penrith’s Museum of Fire – some dating back to the late 19th century – received official State Heritage listing today, Heritage Minister Robyn Parker said. Ms Parker made the announcement of the gazettal of the superbly restored links to NSW’s fire fighting history during a visit today to the Museum of Fire with the Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres. Ms Parker said the listing offered recognition and protection for the items, pieces which played a significant role in the development of fire fighting techniques and technologies in NSW from the middle of the 19th century to the late 20th century. “These tangible pieces of history, including a fire engine, ladders, canteen, switchboard and fleet of vehicles, offer a remarkable insight into the way in which NSW adapted to the new demands and challenges brought about by the growing and developing city of Sydney,” Ms Parker said. The State Heritage listed items are: • 1869 Shand Mason 7-inch Manual Fire Engine • 1898 Shand Mason Curricle Ladders • 1942 Ford 21W Mobile Canteen • Edward Smith Headquarters Switchboard • Fire and Rescue Heritage Fleet. Mr Ayres said the Penrith community welcomed the official heritage listing of the five rare items. “The Heritage Fleet, which spans an era from 1841 to the late 1990s, is a rich source of research into the development of fire fighting appliances over some 150 years and it is great news that the heritage listing is now official,” Mr Ayres said. All items are on display at the impressive Museum of Fire at 1 Museum Drive, Penrith.
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Maths Tuition Specialising in HSC Maths Call Peter on 4773 8320 or 0438 738 320
0404 369 369 369 0402309 885482 518 or or 1300 1300 369
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PET CARE – GROOMING
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MOBILE MECHANIC & AUTO ELECTRICIAN
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0434 217 614
ABN 28 810 399 437
• Breakdown Service • Electrical Repairs • Log Book Servicing • Scan tool Diagnosis • Mechanical Repairs • Reversing Cameras • Pre-purchase Inspections • GPS Tracking Systems • Rego Inspections • Audio Installs rollonautomotive@hotmail.com www.rollonautomotive.com.au 18
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Unit 39, 38-40 Abel Street, Penrith
4722 9492
Open Mon to Fri 9–6 and Sat 9 – 3
LIC: MVTC138985
PET CARE – GROOMING
Nepean Mountains Dog Grooming Established 1990
Automotive
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Special care with older dogs 4735 2558 0427 352 558 Unit3/14 Smith St, EmuPlains
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PROMPT & RELIABLE “SATISFACTION IS OUR POLICY” Family Business Est. 30 Years
LICENSED PLUMBERS, DRAINERS GASFITTERS • COMMERCIAL • DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL NO JOB TOO SMALL FREE QUOTES
0415 249 677 Lic. No. 39212C
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For friendly & reliable service contact Simon Parnell on 0410 421 573
Lic No 86216C
• New roofs • Roof repairs & restoration • Supply & fit fascia & guttering • Bonded asbestos removal • Supply & fit insulation
24 hour Maintenance on 696 812 & Drainage 0432Plumbing
Licence No. R97930
TILING
Silver Service Tiling
Shane 0418 439 992
a/h 4774 2511
WASHER REPAIRS
Family Business
MATT’S SKIP BINS 0432 696 812
2 cubic metre $140 3 cubic metre $200 4 cubic metre $280 696 812$400 6 cubic0432metre
2 cubic metre $150 3 cubic metre $220 4 cubic metre $300 6 cubic metre $440 CASH OR CARD WELCOME Conditions Apply. Valid till 15/05/13
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• DISHWASHERS • INSURANCE CLAIMS • PENSIONER CONCESSIONS
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
TO REDEEM, MUST CALL MATT DIRECT ON
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First class is free!
- Blocked drains cleared CASHSMASH OR CARD WELCOME REPAIRS with electric eel CONDITIONS APPLY. VALID TILL 27/8/11. - Taps & Toilets no job too small EMU PLAINS - Hot water services MUST CALL MATT DIRECT ON TO REDEEM, SMASH REPAIRS PTY LTD quoted & guaranteed 0432 696 812 & PRESENT VOUCHER UPON DELIVERY - Water jetter services 15 SMITH STREET, EMU PLAINS - Camera inspections PHONE: 4735 4811 Contact Paul on INSURANCE AND
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All Wall & Floor Tiling 20+ years experience 4736 1629 or 0418 250 293
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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PLUMBING
E&M Tiling
Washers Dryers Dishwashers
TIME FOR A CLEANOUT? Phone: 4733 0792
TILING
Phone Greg 0418 446 590 or 4773 8634
TIME FOR A CLEANOUT? less than $1 per day
Tues – Sun 11am - 5pm Come in for a chat & coffee with Grandma
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Phone: 4733 0792
less than $1 per day
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Catering for kids parties.
91 Great Western Highway, Emu Plains
Lunch and dinner, or simply coffee & cake. Ki D a SP Re La a Y
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Phone: 4735 5656
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