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Fires and Floods

I moved to Silverdale a few years ago and let me say, these last few months have been eye opening. Growing up I was aware of ‘bushfire season’, I’d heard about properties lost and the heroics of the RFS. I remember seeing images of flooded bridges and towns on the news, I knew the SES were fantastic; but it all seemed so distant. I grew up in the north west suburbs and the most dramatic event I saw was a brush fire near our house. Living in Silverdale, bushfire season has much more meaning now! And, while I thank God for the recent rains, being trapped by a few roads and bridges being closed is a new experience for me. Not to say I’ve got it tough, far from it, but these dangers, fire and flood, they once seemed so distant, now they are at my front door. It makes me think about how we treat God. Usually he seems distant, the sort of thing you can think about (if you want to) but really, there are other things to be doing. Well, like fires and floods, sometimes he comes right up close. Maybe you’ve had those moments. Moments of great joy, like when a child is born, and you just wish there was someone to thank. Moments of tragedy, illness or loss, when it seems all too possible that you or someone you love will be seeing God soon. We prepare for bushfire season, “Is your survival plan ready?”, we watch the news, jump on social media to get the latest on the flooding, but are we prepared to meet God? Do we stay ‘up to date’ with the state of our souls before the God of the universe? Jesus tells his followers that the way to be ready to meet God, the only way to come to God by trusting in Jesus Christ (John’ Gospel Chapter 14 Verse 6). So, with fire and flood behind us, at least for now, maybe we should turn our thoughts to God.

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Rare Birds Successfully Breed in Mulgoa GLENMORE PARK | PENRITH

Marie Grima One of Australia’s rarest birds, the Regent Honeyeater, has successfully bred on a private property in Mulgoa. While the exact number of the total population is unknown, it is estimated less than 1,000 of the species remain in the world. Greater Sydney Local Land Services officer Genevieve Kyi first spotted the pair of adult birds late last year, while carrying out feral animal control on the property. She said the conditions for them to breed were perfect, however, a successful pair hadn’t been recorded in Western Sydney for years. “Regent Honeyeaters feed on eucalyptus flowers, mistletoe, lerp and small insects and rely on grassy woodland as habitat” she said. “This particular site was a quiet, undisturbed spot in woodland beside a farm dam which the birds drank and bathed in regularly. “To my delight, it wasn’t long before they started to build a nest”. Fellow officer Peter Ridgeway has worked to preserve the native flora and fauna in Western Sydney for the past decade. He said it was rare for nesting attempts by Regents to be successful. “An estimated 66 percent of Regent Honeyeater nests fail. They face drought and wind which can destroy nests, competition for food, aggression from other birds’ nests as well as predators such as sugar gliders, brush tail possums and lace monitors” he said. Peter and Gen worked with Australian National University and Birdlife Australia and the Office of Strategic lands department to protect the nest, installing a monitoring camera on the nest, carrying out regular inspections and installing a protective collar on the tree to prevent ground dwelling predators from reaching the nest. Their efforts paid off, with a chick successfully fledging the nest after weeks of anticipation. “The family have now flown away together to continue their nomadic existence. The juvenile bird will begin to grow coloured feathers characteristic of adult Regents over the next three months, but for now remains a greyish brown bird, with some yellow panelling on its wings. Mr Ridgeway said this success reinforced the importance of actively implementing comprehensive and sustainable land management on private and public land. “We’ve worked closely with the land managers on this property to carry out feral animal control for a variety of species, support native vegetation and control weeds and have no doubt this gave the birds a better chance of successfully breeding” he said. You can help attract native birdlife to your garden or property by leaving out water, keeping logs on the ground and old hollow trees for habitat and planting local native plants.

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Pastor’s Corner I think many of us would have been shocked and horrified by the recent incident in Oatlands. Four young children were killed (Antony 13, Angelina 12 and Sienna 8 all from the Abdallah family and their cousin Veronique aged 11) allegedly by a young man drive recklessly. Three others were hospitalised. It was heart wrenching and tragic. The Abdallah family, the parents Danny and Leila, are part of a Lebanese Maronite Catholic Community. Whilst some aspects of the way in which they practice their faith are different to mine, they follow the same God. During this heart wrenching situation, suffering from this agonising loss and the numbness of pain, we have seen images of the mother kneeling to pray at the site of the accident. Mrs Leila Abdallah spoke to the media and she said that she had forgiven the young man but trusts that the court will bring justice. She is a woman of amazing faith. My eldest daughter is a writer and journalist and she attended one of the many prayer vigils. She wrote “But Danny and Leila are still there, at the devastation site where they lost three kids and a niece. They are embracing people and thanking them for attending. It feels like they know everyone, but that’s just who they are”. Later, a close friend of the family introduced my daughter to both Danny and Leila. She said, “The family’s been very clear that they believe the children who’ve passed are in a better place, in heaven, with Jesus”. None of us know how we would react to such tragedy, except like Danny and Leila, my trust is in Jesus Christ, my Lord and Saviour. The Scriptures record these words, “In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you may also be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.” (John 14:1-4). If you want to discuss what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus, I would be happy to meet with you. God bless

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Solidarity in the Face of Disaster Community spirit is alive and well in Mulgoa Valley and this was on show last month, when Silverdale Rural Fire Brigade (RFB) threw open their doors to host the Silverdale RFB Thanks Our Community Day for our local residents. This was in response to the enormous amount of support that was given to Silverdale RFB and the emergency services teams who helped protect the community from the recent bush fires that devastated the country. Many people attended the day of celebration, where there was fun and activities for the whole family. This included face painting, jumping castle, free showbags, sausage sizzle, guessing competition, live bands, displays and demonstrations. “I have three family members that are active with Silverdale RFB and I’ve watched them fight fires all day and night this season. During this time, the locals have been very generous and supportive towards the brigade. Whether they were donating food or water, coming for a chat or checking on the team’s welfare, the community have gone above and beyond” said Carolyn Lambeth, Event Organiser of the Silverdale RFB Thanks Our Community Day. “The idea to give back and thank the community by organising the day was something the brigade supported” she added. The day would not have been as successful as it was without the help of local friends, families and businesses who donated. “This was a combined, mammoth effort from all. We greatly appreciate everyone involved with making this vision a reality. Thank you for getting behind the brigade. It really was a day for the community and a show of solidarity for Silverdale RFB” Carolyn ended. r Feature Article: [Cover]: Silverdale RFB receiving a cheque from local business members | Image: David Logozzo [Top] Zucchini Soup (Band) at Silverdale Rural Fire Station Image: Jake Jolley. [Below] ‘Silverdale RFB Thanks Our Community’ Cake | Image: Catherine Lambeth

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Season 2020 is gearing up to be a big year ahead for the Warragamba Wombats JRLFC, as the local club enters it’s 53rd year of junior rugby league. This will also see the club move from Country Rugby League (CRL) to join all teams as NSW Rugby League (NSWRL). The Wombats are looking at filling 9-10 teams this season and there has been a huge amount of interest in the younger teams being the Under 6’s and the older teams being the Under 15’s and Under 16’s. “This year, we are very excited to present all registered players with a beautiful new backpack, which is embroidered with the Wombats logo and is of high quality. It is a great addition to previous years, where we have supplied players with sponsors polos, as well as playing shorts and socks. We look forward to seeing the reaction of the kids when they get these great backpacks” said Bec Love, Warragamba Wombats JRLFC Registrar. The Warragamba Wombats recently had an opportunity to share their old stock of jerseys and shirts with a school in Fiji. These uniforms were kindly taken by a friend of the club and were presented to Vuda District School. “Our friends in Fiji were so excited and appreciative of our old uniforms. The kids were so happy to have a sports uniform donated since they have no uniform of their own” explained Bec. The club are very keen to continue their registrations and this can be done online via www.playrugbyleague.com. They are looking for players aged 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14 years of age to fill remaining spaces. All new players to the Wombats can register for $100 (text Bec for a discount code on 0419 226566). Under 6’s to 9’s is $120, Under 10’s to 12’s is $140 and Under 13’s to 16’s is $160.

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What Should I Ask the Teacher?

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Kids Are a Work In Progress A child’s brain develops from the bottom-up. Certain parts of the brain are more active than other parts during a child’s development. They are still developing all of the parts of the brain but there are ‘hot spots’ at certain times in a child’s development. This brain activity has an impact on a child’s behaviour. Some of the things that they find difficult to do or understand, are a result of having a brain that continues to develop right up to the age of 25 years. There are periods of time where your child does not have the capacity for logic, reasoning, and thinking. There are periods of time where they struggle to control their emotions. There are periods of time where they do not have the capacity to understand that other people have thoughts and feelings of their own. And where they think that the universe revolves around them. These times require lots of understanding and patience. You will still set limits and boundaries but you will expect to repeat yourself many times. Many of the things that children do can be explained by research into the brain and child development. If your child is having tantrums, seeking attention, and not thinking things through within the normal age ranges for these behaviours, then in a strange way that’s good because they are developing as they should. All of this is happening while they are learning how to integrate their experiences, making sense of their world and their place in it, and learning language and culture. Kids are a work in progress, which is why parenting is ongoing and ever changing. The whole article is at https://handsheartsminds.wordpress. com/2013/05/11/a-quick-tour-through-the-inner-workings-ofyour-childs-brain/. If you have any concerns about your child’s development, please see a health professional. r

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When it comes to a positive home-school relationship, regular and constructive communication is the key. At the beginning of every school year, it is difficult to navigate the right time and place to discuss your child’s learning. By the time you ‘meet the teacher’ or initial parent teacher interviews come around, many parents are overwhelmed and unsure what to ask their child’s teacher. Sometimes this results in the teacher doing all the talking or the parent asking about one thing and forgetting to ask about the ten other things they were not sure about. Detailed questions are great if you have them, but what if you don’t really have any specific concerns? What do you ask when you get the opportunity to talk to your child’s teacher one-to-one? Here are five important questions to ask your child’s teacher when you meet with them: 1. Is my child experiencing any difficulties (socially, emotionally, academically or physically) in your opinion? 2. How are my child’s individual learning needs being catered for within the classroom setting? 3. Are there any ways that I can provide additional support for the school and my child’s learning? 4. What is the best way to contact you should I need to discuss my child? 5. Is my child doing the best they can do? These direct and simple questions are not meant to be in any way an attack on the teacher or school, so obviously the tone in which they are asked is also important. They are questions which allow an open flow of information and a relationship built on partnership for a common goal – a happy, thriving child at school. r Communication is key | Image: www.pexels.com. Article: Sara Drebber @ educatered.com.au.

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Camden Show…’Still a Country Show’

It’s that time of year again, the award-winning Camden Show is back for 2020 on Friday 27th and Saturday 28th March. From 8:00am till 11:00pm daily, there are two big days of family fun! The birthplace of Australian agriculture, Camden really is country near the city. With its motto of …’Still a Country Show’, it showcases all of the traditional Agricultural Show favourites from the classic baking, handcrafts, artwork and photography competitions in the Historic Show Hall, to the vegetables and cheeses in the produce section and then to the Poultry Pavilion where some of the best examples of birds from the district are on show. The Heritage Lane showcases life in the past with steam machinery and tractors next to examples of today’s tractors and farm implements. The Drovers Camp offers up traditional tea and damper, and if you are interested in our cold-blooded friends, the snake man is always entertaining. Our local schools compete in the scarecrow making competition and the Entertainment Stage is a great way to see up and coming performers show off their talents. The Camden Show Committee has worked hard to put together the kid’s interactive display, where learning and fun go together. As well as this, they have an animal nursery for all and not just the little ones. When mum and dad need to take a weight off, the Camden Style Pavilion showcases some of the best boutique food and wares in the region. If you are still looking for excitement, don’t forget the sideshow alley and incredible rides. Other competitions include the sheepdog trials, utes, sheep, goats, alpacas, beef and dairy cattle, dogs and wood chopping. Show jumping on Friday and horse events both days showcase our many different equine friends - from the gorgeous mini horses to the big clumping draught horses in all their finery. Friday night has one of the best Rodeo programs from Xtreme Bulls. This year, they welcome back the D-Max Utes Precision Driving Team to the main arena on Saturday night along with camp drafting, polocrosse, barrel racing and the Teams Challenge Races on the arena for bragging rights. Saturday night finishes with a big bang thanks to the famous Foti Fireworks display and Pandora Macarthur and Narellan. The Camden Show really is …’Still a Country Show’ with entertainment and something for the whole family to enjoy! For more information and event details, go to www. camdenshow.com. r Camden Show Friday Street Parade - Bullock Team | Image: Brett Atkins Digital Productions

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Major Infrastructure Milestone for Western Sydney International The first major piece of infrastructure at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport is complete with Badgerys Creek Road ready for traffic. The milestone follows the successful realignment of 1.6 kilometres of road and construction of a new bridge measuring nearly the same width as Sydney Harbour Bridge. Badgerys Creek Road was realigned to allow for the new M12 Motorway and Sydney Metro Greater West, which will connect to the Airport site. Badgerys Creek Road will be an entry point to the Airport when it opens in 2026. Minister for Population, Cities and Urban Infrastructure Alan Tudge said realigning the road was a significant technical achievement. “It’s an important and essential part of the early earthworks in the Airport’s seven-year construction” Minister Tudge said. “It also signals that early earthworks are nearly complete and Western Sydney International will soon move into the next phase of construction”. Liberal Senator for Western Sydney, Senator the Hon Marise Payne, said the project was part of a broader overhaul of road infrastructure across Western Sydney. “The Badgerys Creek Road project, which included the provision of a new bridge, a shared footpath and new intersection at Elizabeth Drive, is a lynchpin around which other key projects, such as the Northern Road upgrade, revolve” Senator Payne said. “Its completion is a critical step forward in preparing the region’s road network for Western Sydney International, in addition to providing a better experience for local commuters”. Federal Member for Hume Angus Taylor said the new bridge is supported by 21 girders weighing in at 45 tonnes each, made with 900 tonnes of concrete. For the road, 20,000 tonnes of asphalt was laid and 116 streetlights were installed. “The momentum around the airport is building and now with the completion of Badgery’s Creek Road we will start to see the creation of more jobs and both national and international investment in the area” Mr Taylor said. Member for Lindsay, Melissa McIntosh, said that 2019 had been a busy year for the airport and Badgerys Creek Road was a major milestone in the airport’s ongoing construction. “Construction of the bridge and road realignment highlights the massive scale of the airport construction, and with major earthworks the multitude of opportunities from this significant infrastructure project will only increase” Mrs McIntosh said. “Investing in road and rail infrastructure means we are easing congestion on our local roads and building the infrastructure to create more local jobs and investment and it’s exciting that the airport is already delivering outcomes for the people of Western Sydney”. The major earthworks phase will involve moving over 23 million cubic metres of earth, making way for the construction of the airport terminal and runway. Motorists should check for temporary closures and detours as the works are finalised. Western Sydney International is being delivered through a $5.3 billion Australian Government investment and is on track to open in 2026. r Artist impression of Western Sydney International Airport | Image: www. westernsydneyairport.gov.au

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Building Designers Building designers are professionals that have Diploma’s, Certifications from either a Technical College or TAFE and some University Degrees. Some building designers are not members of an association. Reputable and successful designers are members of a State or National designers’ group and have a commitment to achieve professional development (points) systems, to stay up to date with all the latest planning, design and products developments within the construction industry. There are also different levels of building designers. In NSW, designers can apply for the highest level of recognition by applying and receiving the “Accreditation” Certificate, by submitting design projects and being judged on knowledge of architecture design and construction. A designer that has achieved the Accreditation Certificate can use his full title of “Accredited Building Designer”. This level of building design has been recognised by the NSW Planning Department. For example, only accredited building designers and architects can design childcare centres in the State of NSW. There are also building designers that are experienced ECO designers, with a Certificate in ECO design and SDS specialists, qualified in sustainable design. Environmentally friendly design is the key to all sustainable design, with water and energy savings that have become an important part of designing environmentally sustainable housing.

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Latest @ Luddenham by Wayne Willmington

It was great to see the rain during February that filled all the local dams and greened up the countryside. Luddenham received over 300 millimetres (12 inches) in just three days. Luddenham is getting ready for the biggest event of the year, the Luddenham Show and it will be held on the 7th and 8th March. Further information can be found on their website luddenhamshow.com.au or the Luddenham Show Facebook page. You can also find a story in the District Gazette. I am proud to announce that I have been selected to be a part of the Community Liaison Group (CLG) for the Western Sydney Aerotropolis. The CLG will give community members an opportunity to provide a local perspective and knowledge on the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, creating a forum that enables community members and stakeholders to discuss and manage ideas. It will also provide an opportunity for the Western Sydney Planning Partnership to provide information regarding the approach, content and program in relation to planning for the Western Sydney Aerotropolis. I will be representing Agribusiness and North Luddenham Precincts. Things are really starting to happen on the Western Sydney Airport site, with the realigned Badgerys Creek Road and roundabout now open. Preparatory activities are underway including survey, mobilisation of earth moving plant, site establishment, heritage investigations and salvage work, minor earthworks, construction of temporary basins and removal of redundant utility services. Over the coming months, works will also include remediation, relocation of native plants, vegetation clearing, topsoil stripping and importation of sandstone material to support construction of internal roads and haul routes. Construction of the main

site compound located on the corner of Elizabeth Drive and Badgerys Creek Road will continue this month with staff starting to be located on site. Western Sydney Airport Bulk Earthworks Project involves moving up to 25 million cubic metres of earth to support construction of the major elements of the airport, including the runway and passenger terminal. Most of Bulk Earthworks are in Luddenham. Major earth moving activities will commence soon. Lots of locals attended the recent Community Information and Feedback Sessions regarding planning in the Aerotropolis and there is still not too much information for Luddenham Village residents. Lots of talk around town at the moment is regarding rumours that Sydney Markets and Toll Transport have purchased large land holdings in Luddenham. Well Done to Luddenham Raceway with their recent Happy Laps for a Cause. They offered the experience of being a passenger in a variety of luxury European cars and race cars, as well as offering a drift experience. Proceeds from Happy Laps for a Cause went to support bush fire and drought affected farmers. All proceeds from the day will be donated to Rotary and their RAWCS programs. If you have an opinion on what Luddenham of the future should be like, please email your thoughts or views to willmingtons@bigpond.com.

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The Wallacia Progress Association Committee has been very active in fighting the proposed development of Wallacia Golf Course for a large cemetery with the ancillary roads and buildings. The original proposal for 88,000 burial plots was refused by the Independent Planning Committee last year, but the Catholic Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust is appealing to the Land and Environment Court. Penrith City Council have been opposed to the project since the beginning. The Catholic Cemeteries Board put in a new proposal in December for a 27,000 burial plot cemetery, with a 9-hole golf course and upgraded club, but all the reasons for opposing this development still applied. The time period for submissions to Penrith City Council is closed and the development will now be determined by the Sydney Western City Planning Panel. The Progress Association have the responsibility to maintain the unique historical Progress Hall on Greendale Road, which is owned by the community. The hall has air conditioning now, thanks to a generous grant from the Lions Club, and a full kitchen. The hall can hold up to 80 people and is available for hire. The hall is well used with classes for Tai Chi and Taekwondo on Mondays, Ladies Boxing on Tuesday, Kids Yoga and Gentle Yoga on Wednesday, and Zumba and Mixed Boxing on Thursday. The WPA supports the new Crossman Reserve Bushcare Group and manages a $15,000 grant from the Federal government for bush regeneration at the reserve. The group is meeting on the third Friday of the month and the next one is on 20th March from 9:00am to noon. Details from Justine Vella at justine.vella@penrithcity. The WPA has a general meeting on the first Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is the 3rd March at 7:30pm. For information, contact by email wallaciaprogressassociation@ gmail.com or search ‘Wallacia Our Community’ on Facebook. r Wallacia Progress Hall | Image: Wallacia Our Community (Facebook)

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Young Women in Business Event

Are you a young woman aged between 15 and 30 who is thinking about starting up a business but don’t know where to start? The Wollondilly Youth Advisory Committee and Wollondilly Library are facilitating a ‘Young Women in Business’ event on Saturday 7 March for young women aged between 15 and 30. The day will commence with a breakfast meeting, followed by a series of workshops run by local businesswomen. Workshops will include how to develop a business plan and budget and how to successfully launch, promote and grow your business. The event aims to provide young women with the skills and inspiration to start their own business and develop professional networking and mentoring relationships with other women from the business community. Wollondilly Mayor Matthew Deeth said “Wollondilly Council is committed to supporting local business and hope to provide valuable information to young women who are thinking of starting up their own enterprise”. For more information, contact Wollondilly Library on 4677 8300. v Valuable information to help start your business | Image: www.pexels.com

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What Sort Of Exercise May Help Keep Your Joints Fit Strong & Young? A recent patient with extreme right hip pain sparked this article. They’d always had strong legs, because their job, for years, required continual strenuous daily leg exercise, but within a reasonably short time after retirement left hip pain commenced, leading to replacement. Now, 2 years later, debilitating right hip pain began requiring a walking stick. Orthopaedic examination revealed both significant leg muscle volume loss and right hip deterioration. It’s tempting to conclude, that years of hard work wore out the hips. From a different perspective, one might conclude that previous years of hard exercise staved off joint deterioration, and work cessation led to, loss of leg muscle volume and joint deterioration. I lean towards the later view. The patient’s post-retirement exercise pattern included walking regularly and work around their acreage property. So, what constitutes exercise to maintain joint strength and function? The Lambert etal (2008) study shows us. Three 90min sessions weekly for 12 weeks with 1. 15 min of flexibility exercises, 2. 20–30 min of aerobic exercise, 3. 30–40 min of weights, 4. 15 min of balance exercises. improved participants physical function. The aerobic exercises

included • treadmill walking, • step-ups & stair climbing, • stationary cycling, • stairmaster starting at - 75% of peak heart rate, progressed over weeks to 80-90%. Weight-training included squats, leg presses, knee extensions / flexions, seated rowing, upright rowing, seated chest press, biceps curl, and triceps extensions, starting with 1-2 sets at - 65% of one-repetition maximum (1RM), allowing 8–12 repetitions per set. Exercise volume was gradually increased to 2-3 sets at - 80% of 1RM, 6–8 repetitions per set. This program incorporates endurance, strength, flexibility, balance, at stress-levels that continually test participant’s abilities to complete the exercise, yet are within their physical capabilities. Such exercise generates hormonal signals that drive physiology to build/maintain strong yet flexible tissues, staving off muscle & joint deterioration. Many of us walk around the block or work around the yard but these activities, though pleasant and of some benefit, likely do not present nearlyenough stress-challenges to build/maintain strong enough joints and musculature into old age.

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Kitten Adoption All 4 kittens we advertised last month found new homes! We were so happy when the kittens were adopted together with their litter mate. Too much fun!

Staff Updates

Jessica – Senior Nurse Congratulations on your fabulous wedding day. We wish Jessica years and years of joy and happiness with her new husband. Jessica is having a baby. The baby is due in May 2020. Jessica will be on maternity leave to look after her new bundle of joy! Theresa – Veterinarian Theresa has been on maternity leave for the last year looking after her 2 young children. Theresa will be returning to part time work in April 2020. We look forward to working with Theresa again. Rachel – Veterinary Nurse Rachel has been on maternity leave for the last year looking after her 1 year old child. Rachel will be returning to part time work in March 2020. Renai – Receptionist Renai is returning to part time work after having a tough year battling breast cancer. Renai is a fighter and survived the surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. We are so proud of Renai for staying strong during the cancer battle. Renee – Veterinary Nurse Renee performed TAFE placement at Orchard Hills Veterinary

Hospital and stood out as a hard worker. We employed Renee in May 2019 as a part time veterinary nurse whilst she is studying Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing at TAFE. Jessica - Veterinary Nurse Jessica has previously worked with Jennie our Veterinarian and was highly recommended. Jessica had just finished Maternity leave and was employed in December 2019 as a part time veterinary nurse at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital. We look forward to using Jessica’s experience and knowledge. Renee – Animal Attendant Renee performed work experience at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital and was very enthusiastic. We employed Renee in October 2019 as a part time Animal Attendant whilst she is completing Year 12 at High School. Selena – Animal Attendant Selena performed TAFE placement at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital and was willing to learn. We employed Selena in October 2019 as a part time Animal Attendant whilst she is studying Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing at TAFE. Lachlan - Animal Attendant Lachlan finished the HSC in November 2019. Lachlan is starting a Bachelor of Policing at Western Sydney University in February 2020. We are so proud of Lachlan. Please feel free to pop in anytime and meet the team at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital. Call 4736 2027 to make an appointment. Check us out on Facebook and online at www. orchardhillsvet.com.au.

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COBBITTY First Saturday of the month Cobbitty Village Markets Where: Cobbitty Public School, Cobbitty Rd, Cobbitty. Enquiries: 0438 512 728 cobbittymarkets.com.au

LUDDENHAM First Saturday of the month Luddenham Uniting Church Markets Starts early for bargains Over 20 stalls selling various goods Tea, coffee, sandwiches and scones sold in Church Hall Northern Rd, Luddenham Enquiries Heather 0427510501 First Saturday of the month Mulgoa Landcare Group 9am – 1pm. Phone: 0411 487 512 for venue. Market at Uniting Church, Northern Rd, Luddenham. Cancer Council Rose bushes for sale. Last Sunday of the month Hubertus Country Club Markets 8:30am start. Household goods, brica-brac, arts and crafts, plants, food and refreshments. 205 Adams Rd, Luddenham Booking + Enquires: Cheryl 0416 792 719

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Sunday - Once each season Mulgoa Country Market 8 March, 14 June, 13 September, 13 December 10am - 2pm. Join us in the beautiful Mulgoa Park to welcome the new season each quarter with local stallholders in a country environment. From food stalls to jumping castles, hand made items, plants and more. Wednesday Rotary Club of Wallacia-Mulgoa Valley Cost of meal $20.00 per head (One course, Plus tea coffee/BYO Alcohol) To book, contact Jan Bradley on 0428 289 919. Expressions of interest for Guest Speakers, please call Jan or email: wmvrotary@iprimus.com.au

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WARRAGAMBA Recently moved into Oran Park Town? Whether you’re an owner or a tenant, the Oran Park Town Development Team would like to welcome you! To receive your Welcome Gift and Information Pack. Please Contact the Sales Office on 9043 7500 Every Tuesday Community Playgroup 10am –11.30am Oran Park Library Community Room 72 Central Avenue, Oran Park 2570 Benevolent Society 0450 840 188 Every Wednesday PlayTime @ NewLife Anglican Church 10am (During School terms) PlayTime is for Mums and Carers with kids 0-5. Cnr Marcus Loane Way + Central Avenue, Oran Park. Enquiries: www.newlifeanglican.org. au/wp/playtime Every Wednesday + Thursday + Friday BIBS (Babies into books) 10 am Fun half hour session of stories and rhymes that introduces literacy to 0-18 month olds and their carers. 10am Wednesday @ Oran Park Library 10am Thursday @ Camden Library 10am Wednesday and Thursday @ Narellan Library Wednesday Sprouts Academy (tuition) 4.30pm – 5.30pm For information call Inderpreet on 0449 573 927 or email sproutsacademy.au@gmail.com Wednesdays + Saturdays Storytime @ Oran Park Library, 11am Wednesdays, 10.30am Saturdays Thursday 9:30am –11am (During School Terms) Little Joey’s Playgroup Oran Park St Mary Mackillop Catholic Parish 94 Oran Park Drive, Oran Park Cost: $2.00 per child / per week Little Joey’s is a new community based Playgroup for children aged 0 - 5yrs and their parents, grandparents or carers. It is run by St.Mary MacKillop Catholic Parish Oran Park and everyone is welcome. Phone: (02) 4648 2226 Parish Office Email: oranpark@dow.org.au

Fourth Thursday of the month Dilly Wanderer 9:30am –11am. Civic Park, Weir Rd, Warragamba Monday, Wednesday + Friday Warradale Men’s Shed 9am – 2pm. A place where men can socialise, talk about their problems and build new friendships. We are a member of the “Australian Men’s Shed Association” Come to us if you have time on your hands or just want to sit around yarning.. We are at 10 Eighteenth St, Warragamba (opposite the Worker’s Club). Try your hand at woodworking, gardening etc. We welcome, we listen, we help. Try us. Roll up any time. Enquires: Gary 0433 396 369, Les 0408 969 593, Graeme 0468 450 269 Thursday Gentle Exercise Group 9am – 10am Do you want to join a friendly group with lots of laughs & social interaction? Work at your own pace. Memory & Relaxation Techniques. A great way to improve: Osteoporosis and Arthritis problems, Co-ordination & Balance Warragamba Town Hall. Cost: $3 Enquires: 4774 1273 Friday Warragamba Hobby Hut 10am - 12noon. Morning teas are held each Friday 10am. These groups are informal and designed for sharing, so please drop in and have a look around. Opening times for the shop are: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9am to 2pm, and and Saturdays 10am-2pm. Location: Hobby Hut 13 Third Street, Warragamba. Friday Our Community Pantry Northern Outreach Service 7pm-8pm A food rescue service providing food hampers to the local community. The Friday night pick up service provides hampers from $30. Location: Warragamba Town Hall Annex - 1 Civic Centre Circle, Warragamba.

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