Mulgoa Valley Gazette November 2022

Increased Signage On Mobile Speed Cameras

drivers or riders involved in fatal and serious injury crashes over the last five years were travelling less than 10km/h over the sign posted speed limit.

“We have heard loud and clear from the community on this issue, which is why we are making these important changes.”

r Image/Article: Nathaniel Smith MP

New Manager Infrastructure Operations on board at Wollondilly Shire Council

After a competitive recruitment process, Wollondilly Shire Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Draper as the new Manager, Infrastructure Operations.

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Additional warning signs will be introduced around all mobile speed cameras across NSW, to enhance driver awareness of enforcement.

Member for Wollondilly, Nathaniel Smith said ensuring local roads are as safe as possible for pedestrians and motorists is an absolute priority for the Perrottet Government.

“We have heard the community on this issue and from 1 January 2023, all mobile speed cameras deployed in NSW, including in Wollondilly electorate, will have additional signage placed both before and after the camera,” Mr Smith said.

Minister for Metropolitan Roads Natalie Ward said the government had listened to the community on this important issue.

“Speed cameras play an important role in keeping commuters safe by reducing fatalities across our road network, including at high risk areas,” Mrs Ward said.

“We have listened to extensive community feedback and from 1 January next year, all mobile speed cameras will include portable warning signage on the approach to, and after, enforcement sites.

“These additional warning signs will help educate drivers in real time, giving them advanced warning to slow down at these high-risk points of our road network.”

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said mobile speed cameras are about ensuring motorists are driving safely and to the speed limit.

“We have had a number of instances where mobile speed cameras have parked behind trees or poles, making it difficult for drivers to be alert to a mobile speed camera operating in the area,” Mr Farraway said.

“I want motorists to slow down, drive to the speed limit and get home to their families safely.

“Displaying warning signage on mobile speed cameras sends a message to motorists to slow down, potentially saving their life.

“In fact, around two thirds of speeding

Making the announcement last month, Director Shire Services Peter Buckley said, “Paul was a standout during the recruitment process and I look forward to see him lead a growing team which is instrumental for the future of our Shire.”

Mr Draper has been employed at Wollondilly Council as Works Engineer since November 2010 and is well prepared to take on the challenges ahead.

Mr Draper said, “I am very excited to embrace the big challenge of improving the condition of the road network and make Wollondilly an even better place.”

“My vision for Infrastructure Operations is to do everything I can to support our hard-working staff so they can continue to safely and efficiently deliver the best service possible to the community.”

This appointment is another step towards creating a high-performance organisation that will provide excellence in service delivery, building a great future as the Shire grows and moves into a new era.

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Remembrance Day Memorial Service for Warragamba

NOVEMBER

This month, on Friday the 11th of November is Remembrance Day. There will be a Remembrance Day Memorial Service held at the Warragamba Memorial Park at 11:00am and everyone is welcome.

The Warragamba ANZAC Committee are currently planning their next project to raise funds to purchase other war memorabilia. In 2018, it saw the group unveil the six-foot bronze statue of the lone soldier, that now proudly adorns Warragamba Memorial Park.

The Committee have also asked that the local community are vigilant in keeping the Memorial Park safe, including the bronze statue.

“Each year, we have this service to pay our respects to all the fallen men and women we have lost at war. Without their sacrifice, we would not live in this beautiful country” said

For more information about the Remembrance Day

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FREE SAFE SH ARPS & MEDICINES DISPOSAL SERVICE

Did you know that you can safely dispose of household sharps and unwanted or expired medicines free of charge in the Wollondilly Shire?

Safe Sharps Disposal

Domestic quantities of needles, lancets, pen needles or other household medical sharps can be safely disposed of, free of charge, at participating pharmacies in the Wollondilly Shire. Any items for disposal must be presented in a sealed or lidded rigid plastic container.

Participating pharmacies include:

Appin Compounding Pharmacy (02) 4631 1488

2/75 Appin Road, Appin

Caremore Bargo Discount Pharmacy (02) 4684 1657

4/70 Railside Avenue, Bargo

Picton Discount Drug Store (02) 4677 1294

25-27/9 Margaret Street, Picton Pharmacy 4 Less Tahmoor (02) 4681 0224

5-6/161-173 Rememberance Drive, Tahmoor

Priceline Pharmacy Tahmoor (02) 4681 8713

12/117 Remembrance Drive, Tahmoor

Unwanted and Expired Medicines Disposal

Pharmacies can also accept unwanted or expired medicines & medications to ensure the safe and environmentally responsible disposal of these items. For more information contact your local pharmacy or visit: www.returnmed.com.au

The Oaks Village Pharmacy (02) 4657 1387

67 John Street, The Oaks

Thirlmere Pharmacy (02) 4683 2866

29 Oaks Street, Thirlmere

Warragamba Pharmacy (02) 4774 1013

25 Fourteenth Street, Warragamba

Wilton Pharmacy (02) 4630 9333

1 Greenbridge Drive, Wilton

Medical sharps or medicines should never be placed in your household waste or recycling bins. *Domestic quantites only.

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The Mulgoa Art Trail is on again! This year, they are joined by Tamika Dean. Visitors can meet the artists in their studios and peruse the wonderful art works on display, visit Marchant’s Orchard farm gate at 1 Henry Cox Drive for peaches, nectarines and honey, lunch at a local café, explore Fernhill, or take a walk to the Rock Lookout.

The five artists are:

John Rice (29 Fairlight Road) paints landscapes and seascapes in oils. A winner of many awards, his paintings are held in collections around Australia and abroad. John is an associate member of the Royal Art Society of NSW. www.johnricegallery.bigcartel.com

Tamika Dean (29 Fairlight Rd, Mulgoa) is a young Aboriginal artist. She loves working in acrylic medium. Tamika is well known in the area for her commission artworks. She is studying visual arts at the University of Sydney.

Di Watson (74 Fairlight Rd) specialises in landscapes, weddings, and portrait photography. All visitors will receive a $100 gift voucher for a family portrait session. Browse her artwork and help contribute to 3 causes, Drought Angels, Dolly’s Dream or Red Dot Animal Programs by purchasing a 2023 calendar which features Di’s beautiful photography. Christmas gifts of cards, coasters, mugs, and canvases. www.diwatsonphotography.com.au

Shirley Peters (185 Park River Close) is currently painting large format waterfalls and small plein air landscapes. Her latest work is called Abundant Water: a response to the breaking of drought and the continued wet weather experienced at her Mulgoa property. www.shirleypeters.com

Shirley Ayers (1479 Mulgoa Rd, Mulgoa) paints land and seascapes, portraits, flowers, birds and animals in oils and other mediums. She has won awards including Royal Easter Show and has been represented in group exhibitions in Sydney, France, and Japan. www.shirleyayersart.com

For updates visit the Facebook page: Mulgoa Art Trail

Fun Activities in Nature for All Ages

Hawkesbury-Nepean Landcare Network (HNLN) has launched a new program in Penrith with free activities for everyone and anyone!

The Healing with Nature in Penrith program includes fun events with different activities for all age groups and abilities. It combines fun activities like art, walking, and wildlife watching with the principles of nature therapy - the practice of being in nature to boost mental and physical health.

These events are a chance to disconnect from the busy world, learn practical techniques to manage stress and anxiety*, get outside and try something different that you might not usually have a chance to do.

The program will run from now to December throughout Penrith. Participants can attend one or more events including: • Scribbling Scribbly Gums, drawing with Patrick Shirvington, Castlereagh, Nov 12th

• Frog Spotting Night in Agnes Banks, Nov 18th

• Sunset Safari at Bellbird Reserve, Nov 25th

• Yoga in Nature & Bushcare, Mulgoa/Wallacia (Date TBC)

• Nature Play & Storytime (early childhood), Werrington (Date TBC)

• Exploring Blue Hills Wetlands, Glenmore Park (Date TBC)

and more!

All events are FREE and will include light refreshments. To register and for more information about events, please scan the QR code or go to: https://penrith_healingwithnature. eventbrite.com.au

Follow HNLN on Facebook to stay up to date about this program and others, or email HNLN to be added to their mailing list.

Whether you spend a lot of time in nature, or a little, you are bound to have fun at these events!

If you have any questions please contact Katherine, the Local Landcare Coordinator via email at landcare@hrcc.nsw.gov.au or phone on (P) (02) 4574 9600 or (M) 0410 616 139.

*These mechanisms are not a replacement for professional support.

The Healing with Nature program is run by HNLN and funded through a Wellbeing and Resilience Grant from Wentworth Healthcare. Support from Landcare NSW and Hawkesbury River County Council for the LLC role.

r Healing with Nature | Image: https://landcarensw.org.au | Article: Hawkesbury-Nepean Landcare Network

Construction has kicked-off on Australia’s newest city, Bradfield City Centre, a visionary undertaking that will create more than 17,000 jobs and accelerate a wave of new advanced manufacturing, research, and innovation in Western Sydney.

Work is underway on the first building, a 3,840 square metre multi-purpose building that will house office, exhibition and event spaces, Hitachi’s Kyoso Creation Centre and the first stage of a new Advanced Manufacturing and Research Facility.

Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies said the 114-hectare Bradfield City Centre development is backed by a $1 billion investment from the NSW Government and will unlock a further $10 billion in private investment.

“Quite often, people claim to be from Western Sydney when they’re not. They do it because they are absolutely in awe of the exciting future that Western Sydney has. Today marks the start of construction on Bradfield city centre, which is the most exciting and ambitious project in the country,” Mrs Davies said.

“This first building will be a hub for job-creating industries and include the first stage of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility.”

“The project has been given State Significant Development Approval and will deliver 150 jobs during construction, and 60 new operational jobs once up and running.”

Taylor Construction Group had been awarded the construction tender to build the first building.

The Bradfield City Centre will grow and evolve in coming decades to become a major hub for jobs in Western Sydney, generating enormous economic benefit for the NSW economy.

The new high-tech city will be located close to new airport and Western Sydney residents will soon see these empty paddocks grow into a thriving city centre with world-class transport infrastructure.

Bradfield City Centre is being designed for the future with inbuilt digital capabilities, smart technology and targeting net-zero emissions.

Bradfield’s first building is expected to be complete in late 2023.

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r Premier Dominic Perrottet, Tanya Davies MP and officials | Image Supplied

Big Win for Pietro’s

Warragamba’s much loved restaurant, Pietro Italian Restaurant, has won the Outstanding Restaurant Award at the 2022 Wollondilly Local Business Awards.

Held in September at Menangle Country Club, the awards recognise and celebrate those businesses that provide quality products and services to the local area.

With the COVID lockdowns and the devastating weather in recent times, winning this award means a lot for Anthony Penna, Owner of Pietro Italian Restaurant, and his team.

“Winning this award means the world to my team and I. We are so humbled that we are held in this capacity by the people of Wollondilly Shire and surrounding areas. After an extremely tough year to date, which included a 5 month COVID shutdown the day after taking over the business and access road flooding on 4 occasions, it was the confidence booster we needed” said Anthony to the Mulgoa Valley Gazette.

The coveted award, which propels Pietro’s into being amongst the best local businesses in Wollondilly, is the first award for the team.

“Yes, it is the first business award that we have won. The best part is that we were nominated by our client base and not internally, which means even more to us” he stated.

Anthony is thankful for all the support that Pietro’s has and continues to receive.

“As stated in my acceptance speech after thanking my family and staff, I said that our community and customer base is the reason we do what we do. We sincerely love our customers and are so very grateful for your support” Anthony replied.

The award was not the only highlight for Pietro’s with one of their staff members also being named as a finalist.

“To top off our restaurant being nominated, becoming a finalist and winning the category, our restaurant manager Chantel Bugeja made it as a finalist for the Outstanding Youth in Business category as well” he added.

“Importantly, I would like to acknowledge my wife Michelle, 3 daughters Sophia-Rose, Alessandra and Havana, extended family, friends, my awesome staff and customer base for their ongoing support” Anthony ended.

Pietro Italian Restaurant is located at 41 Fourteenth Street in Warragamba. Their phone number is 4774 1584. You can also find them online at www.pietro.com.au.

In Luddenham, we don’t normally think of flooding, being 100 metres above sea level, but last month a person had to be rescued from the roof of their car after it was swept off Luddenham Road. With more rain forecast over the coming months, remember if its flooded forget it.

Last month, I attended my 17th FOWSA meeting as the Luddenham delegate. We were told that Western Sydney Airport is on track and on budget. The flight paths are still the biggest issue and work on them is progressing well. There will be a public exhibition of the draft flight paths in mid-2023, with the final EIS on the flight paths due in mid-2024. During October, Pop Up Stalls were held in LGAs around the airport.

Invogue Dance Studios Luddenham are looking for Expressions of Interest in Circus classes. They are working in collaboration with Dance Cirque Australia to potentially offer classes in: Juggling, Aerial, Trapeze, Acrobatics and Circus Skills. Further information can be found on their Facebook page. Invogue Dance Studios are celebrating over 25 years of being our local dance studio.

Work is ramping up on the M12 Motorway construction, with several closures of Elizabeth Drive and more road closures are expected. The M12 Motorway will provide direct access to the Western Sydney International Airport from Northern Road Luddenham and the M7 at Cecil Hills.

Western Sydney Airport Co I feel were once seen as good corporate neighbours in Luddenham. But since they started opposing development in Luddenham out of the noise contours, and creating flooding in neighbouring properties, it has now been revealed that all the contaminated soil and asbestos from the airport site is being buried next to a creek, and to make matters worse it appears they were doing this without notifying the local community. At the time of going to print, WSA Co had not answered the questions regarding the waste that is now being covered over with dirt.

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r [L-R]Sous Chef; Alan Bautista, Director; Anthony Penna, Restaurant Manager; Chantel Bugeja, Head Chef; Tej Limbu and Chef De Partie; Khyle Sorano. Image: Photogreff

Local Jeremy Smith of Finecutglass Silverdale has won the Outstanding Sole Operator Award at the 2022 Wollondilly Local Business Awards.

The Wollondilly Local Business Awards were held in September at Menangle Country Club at a Gala Presentation Evening.

Receiving the award was a proud moment for the Silverdale tradesman.

“Winning the Local Business Award for Sole Trader has really had a big impact on myself, as I started Finecutglass in 2017 and didn’t expect to win. Having the support from the local community and being recognised for the hard work I put into my business has made me feel successful and proud of what I have created and achieved” explained Jeremy to the Mulgoa Valley Gazette.

This is the first award that Jeremy has won at the Local Business Awards, after previously being in the running several times.

“I have been in the running for the last 4 years in a row and finally pulled it off. In winning this award, I believe we now go into the next round which will be held in Sydney for the winners of their respective categories” he said.

Jeremy would like to personally thank everyone for their support.

“My message to everyone who has supported and continues to support my business is thank you. I am extremely grateful for having the love and backing from all my customers and am proud to be a part of such a great community. I will continue to do my absolute best and give 110% back to the community. I don’t see this as just a business, I see this as a career to give my passion back to the people and to create a safe, happy, and positive experience” Jeremy smiled.

So, what’s the secret to operating a successful business as a sole trader you may ask?

“I find the secret to operating a business as a sole trader is to treat every single customer well and to leave them feeling like it was a good experience. A tradesman is only as good as his last job, and I give my best each time. With that, I have watched my business grow since 2017 and it’s everything I wished and dreamed for when starting Finecutglass Silverdale” he ended.

v Jeremy and partner Ebony Rose with his award | Image: Jeremy Smith/Local Business Awards

Who are you? This is one of the most important questions in life. It is a question of identity. We all start answering that question when we are children. I used to wonder why I wasn’t a dog or a cat. Weird right? I clearly wasn’t a dog, but why a human? What does it mean to be a human being? How was I different to everyone else? It can be easy to answer that question, ‘who are you’, based on biology. I am a human male of Portuguese descent who was born in the 1970s.

We often answer the question based on what we can do. It might be a skill or a job. Or we might answer the question based on the community we are part of. I am an Australian and a Panther’s fan. We might answer the question in terms of how we feel. Your identity might be tied up with significant grief or hurt.

The Bible encourages us to see who we are in light of our relationship with God. We are each dearly loved by God despite our rejection of him. We are his creatures, and as human beings are each created in his image. We have a saviour, Jesus, the Son of God, who lived as a human being but died for us so we could have a relationship with God.

We are made for relationships and our identity can be found in those relationships with him and each other. Finding your identity in God is one of the most profound experiences of my life and something Jesus invites us all to experience.

HEALTH MATTERS

Ulcerative Colitis – Is it really an Autoimmune Disease or Something Else?

Last month, we saw that ulcerative colitis (UC) patients suffer continuing diarrhoea, often passing blood and puss in their stool.

This article was inspired by ground-breaking UC research done in 1980 by Australian Associate professor William Roediger. Up until this work, researchers had been unable to:

1. Find any ‘microbe causing the mucosal changes’ seen in UC.

2. Offer a satisfactory explanation for UC’s causation.

Then Roediger’s work gave us our first insight into a possible cause.

Initially, let’s define a few terms:

1. Epithelial cells are all the different cell types that makeup our body’s mucous coverings.

2. Stem cells are primordial (undifferentiated) cells that live in most tissues. When adult tissue cells die, they need to be replaced with new adult cells. Stem cells receive a signal to divide, to make new baby cells which then develop (differentiate) to become the adult cells that need to be replaced. Tissue stem cells can generally differentiate into most of the different cell types that a tissue requires to function properly.

3. Goblet cells are adult cells living in mucosal tissue e.g., the colon. They make and secrete the mucus that covers and protects all mucosal cells from microbes.

4. Mitochondria are tiny organelles inside cells. Their job is to burn fuels (carbs, proteins, fats) to make the energy that allows all cells to function.

When scientists examine mucous membrane cells from UC patients’ colons, they find:

1. Mitochondria inside mucosal/epithelial cells have difficulty making energy.

2. Stem cells of the colonic mucosa have difficulty becoming mature goblet cells.

3. A lack of goblet cells leads to a depletion in the protective mucous covering, leaving mucosal cells “unprotected” from microbes.

The processes of:

1. Mucous stem cells becoming adult goblet cells and,

2. Adult goblet cells making protective mucus require huge amounts of mitochondrial-derived energy.

Roediger showed that the colonic mucosal cells of UC patients have lost their ability to make energy from their normal fuel a fat called butyrate, which is made by the colonic bacteria as they ferment fibre.

This finding allows medicine to redefine UC, from an “autoimmune disease”, to an “energy deficiency disorder” that specifically affects the cells of the mucosa of the large intestine.

Warragamba Dam Declared Critical State Significant Infrastructure

A proposal to raise the Warragamba Dam wall by 14 metres has been declared Critical State Significant Infrastructure (CSSI), as it is deemed essential to NSW for economic and social reasons.

Premier Dominic Perrottet said the proposal to raise the Dam wall would save lives, save properties, and would help future-proof Western Sydney from flood risks.

“First and foremost, my number one priority as Premier is protecting NSW communities and we know from the independent flood inquiry that the best way to protect communities downstream is to raise the wall,” Mr Perrottet said.

“This declaration reinforces that raising the dam wall is the most effective long-term flood mitigation strategy to help protect residents across the Hawkesbury-Nepean.

“This region has been hit hard by floods and we are committed to progressing this important project to make sure residents have genuine flood protection into the future.”

Minister for Lands and Water Kevin Anderson said the importance of the Dam was highlighted in the recently released Greater Sydney Water Strategy that showed the significant risks and costs of alternative proposals such as Labor’s plan to lower the supply level.

“In a flood similar to the worst on record in the valley, the number of homes impacted would drop threefold from 15,500 to 5,000, while 14,000 people would need to be evacuated rather than 90,000. The cost of damages would also be reduced by up to $8 billion,” Mr Anderson said.

“Labor’s plan to lower Warragamba’s water supply level by 12 metres would have severe consequences such as putting Sydney into severe water restrictions and increasing people’s water bills.”

Minister for Planning and Minister for Homes Anthony Roberts said the CSSI declaration would not impact the rigorous assessment and stakeholder scrutiny the proposal would need to go through.

“The proposal has already been subject to an 82-day public exhibition, which gave stakeholders a chance to provide their feedback,” Mr Roberts said.

“The recent flood inquiry confirmed that raising the Warragamba Dam wall is the most effective flood mitigation option available to us.

“This proposal doesn’t hurt us during drought, but will protect us during floods, balancing the natural extremes that are becoming more frequent.”

WaterNSW will respond to the feedback and issues raised in submissions and its Preferred Infrastructure Report, before a comprehensive assessment is undertaken in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.

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r Feature Article [Cover + Above] Premier Dominic Perrottet and officials at Warragamba Dam | Image: Premier Dominic Perrottet – Facebook | Article: Premier Dominic Perrottet/Kevin Anderson MP/Anthony Roberts MP

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How to Support a Very, Very Upset Child

There are few more demanding parenting moments than dealing with a crying, red-faced, screaming child, especially in public spaces and other places where you have an audience. Here are my top tips for managing the notorious meltdown:

1. Prioritise safety. Wherever possible, remove objects, other children, or people from the surrounding space, instead of grabbing, holding down, or dragging your child. Of course, there will be situations where you must physically restrain or remove your child. If so, take your child to a safe, quiet, and empty space.

2. Once everyone is safe, PAUSE. Take one long and slow breath and then, exhale all air from your lungs. This will reduce your emotional flooding. If you’re not calm, your child has absolutely no chance of calming down.

3. Remind yourself, “my child is struggling”. The way you view your child influences what you do next. Thoughts such as, “she’s doing this on purpose” or “he’s so spoiled” increases anger and reduces your capacity bring your best self to this challenge.

4. If your child is still doing something unsafe such as hitting or kicking, you can hold a limit with love. Repeat one simple phrase in a firm but calm tone, e.g., “you can be angry, but you can’t hit me.”

5. This is not a teaching moment. Many parents ask me how to teach children to manage their feelings during emotional flooding, but you cannot teach someone to swim while they are drowning. Extremely upset children need help, not lessons.

6. Consider whether your child has any unmet physical needs such as hunger, toileting, tiredness, thirst, illness, or pain and attend to this as best you can.

7. Look beneath the surface issue. Meltdowns often occur after a parent sets a reasonable boundary, e.g., no more sweets or finishing a fun activity on time. What children ask for is often different from what they need. Your child might simply need help managing what they feel in response to your “no”. Acknowledge this with a simple reflection, “you’re sad we’re leaving the park.”

Learn more skills to manage common parenting challenges by joining NCNS parent education programs. You can find out what’s happening at nepeancommunity.org.au.

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Official Opening Of Glenmore Park High School’s Performing Arts And Learning Centre

Hundreds of Glenmore Park families will benefit from the record investment in education by the NSW Liberals & Nationals Government, with the official opening of the Performing Arts and Learning Centre (the Centre) at Glenmore Park High School.

Glenmore Park High School is one of the latest schools to benefit for the NSW Government’s multi-billion dollar school building program.

Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies MP said the Glenmore Park High School community is thrilled to open the new $12.0m facility.

“This investment is delivering a new performing arts centre together with learning spaces in modern and airconditioned comfort. The Centre is also fitted with the most up-to-date lighting, sound and production equipment.”

“After more than 13 years of advocacy by the Glenmore Park High School community for the Centre, today is realisation of that dream.”

“I am proud as the local member to have committed at the last election to deliver the Centre. Today I am delivering on my election commitment.” Mrs Davies said.

The scope of the new centre includes a performance hall with seating capacity for over 400, two flexible learning spaces, a raised stage area with back holding rooms, change rooms, storage and more.

Minister for Education and Early Learning the Hon. Sarah Mitchell said it was great to see Glenmore Park High School and other schools benefiting from the NSW Government’s historic investment in school infrastructure. “

It is great to be at Glenmore Park High School to officially open their new facility, which I know students and the wider community are excited to use.

“We have delivered six upgraded schools for Term 4, despite the

challenges of weather and COVID, and I am committed to making sure every student no matter where they live in NSW has access to a high-quality school.”

“We have seen the delivery of 23 new and upgraded schools since the start of this year, with more than $1 billion invested in these projects. More than any other government in Australia,” Ms Mitchell said.

The NSW Government is investing $8.6 billion in school infrastructure over the next four years, continuing its program to deliver 160 new and upgraded schools to support communities across NSW. This builds on the more than $9.1 billion invested in projects delivered since 2017, a program of $17.7 billion in public education infrastructure.

I look forward to coming to a musical production in the new centre and seeing students enjoy access to this world class facility.

r Tanya Davies MP (Member for Mulgoa), Hon. Sarah Mitchell (Minister for Education and Early Learning) Lisette Gorick (Glenmore Park Public School Principal), official and students | Image Supplied

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Since I have not visited Café Lattetude in Jamisontown in many years, I wanted to re-visit and enjoy the hospitality and outstanding coffee that they are famous for.

Mum and I were keen to enjoy lunch on the day we went. I chose the Big Breakfast and Mum chose the Lamb Fillet Salad.

The big breakfast consisted of poached, scrambled, or fried eggs, bacon, pork and fennel sausage, hash brown, spiced borlotti beans, grilled tomato, sautéed mushroom, avocado, char-grilled veggie relish and toasted sourdough on the side.

The Lamb Fillet Salad had roasted pumpkin, baby beetroot, Danish feta, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, black glutinous rice, and green goddess vinaigrette.

The Big Breakfast was one of the biggest breakfasts I have ever eaten while out at a café. What really impressed me about this breakfast was the flavours of the bacon, sausage, eggs, and the hash brown. The sausage was packed with amazing spicy flavours and the hash brown was crunchy, crisp, and cooked right. The eggs were fried, not too runny and easy to eat. The mushrooms were presented in a small dish along with the beans and having the mushrooms and beans in separate dishes made these items easier to eat for someone like myself who has no vision. The grilled tomato and avocado had flavours when enjoyed together along with the buttered sour dough toast on the side. The butter gave the toast extra flavour, and I enjoyed eating the toast slowly.

Mum really enjoyed her Lamb Fillet Salad and Mum said, “The lamb was cooked right.”

One of the draw cards that bring you to Café Lattetude is their famous coffee. Wow, the coffee was exquisite and the crema on top gave the coffee a well-balanced flavour and creaminess that is hard to find in coffee depending on how it has been brewed. Café Lattetude have an impressive Barista who really knows how to make coffee.

The staff were amazing, and I give Café Lattetude ten out of ten.

Scott

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Lamb Fillet Salad

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Junior Jivers Now in Silverdale

The popular Junior Jivers musical themed playgroup for toddlers, pre-schoolers, carers, and parents is now being offered at Grace West Anglican Church Silverdale.

Junior Jivers meets on Thursdays during the term and classes go for one hour, from 10:00am to 11:00am at Silverdale. The cost for the term is $25 for one child or $40 for a family.

“Each term at Junior Jivers, we have a theme about what God made. This term is about God made the World. We dance, we sing, we play with instruments, read a story, create a poster related to our theme with pictures, share morning tea together and have some free play with toys while parents and carers can chat and connect” explained John Mahoney of Grace West Anglican Church Silverdale to the Mulgoa Valley Gazette.

The experiences that are had are enjoyed by everyone, including the co-ordinators, children, and families.

“Junior Jivers is all about creating a safe and fun place for parents and carers to come and connect with their kids and others” he said.

“We love seeing the connection and friendships that happen at JJ’s. Seeing kids connect with their parents and make new friends and parents connecting with their kids and building friendships brings us great joy. Seeing smiles, and hearing laughter is priceless” John continued.

If you would like to learn more about Junior Jivers, you can visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ gwacsilverdalejuniorjivers. You can also contact them via Facebook Messenger or via email at juniorjivers@gracewest. church.

“We would love to help answer your questions and meet you. So please get in touch if you are interested in knowing more” ended John.

r Naomi leading her kids in rainbow craft. Craft is a regular part of their program | Image: Naomi Pike

School Canteen Licence

Tenders are called for the licence of the school canteen for the school year commencing on 3rd February 2023 for a term of 3 years with an option to renew for 2 years. Annual school enrolments will be approximately 420 students.

General enquiries and requests for a Tender Information Package should be referred to:

Lloyd Kusa Principal 47741205 or Lloyd.kusa2@det.nsw.edu.au

Tenders must be sent electronically and noted in the subject line

“Commercial in Confidence - School Canteen Tender” and sent to:

The Principal Lloyd.kusa2@det.nsw.edu.au

Tenders close at 3pm on 9th November 2022

Mandatory Criteria: All employees must hold a current working with children check.

Lest We Forget

For those brave who gave their lives so we could live ours

Watch Out! Snakes Are Out and About!!

With the warmer weather upon us, snakes are coming out of

Your dog or cat may see a snake moving in the yard and its first instinct is to chase it.

The snake may attack and bite your pet as a form of defence. Signs of snake envenomation includes: muscular weakness, wobbliness or paralysis, increased respiratory effort, trembling, salivation, vomiting, slower blood clotting time, bruising, blood in the urine, and abnormal neurological signs (including collapse, seizure, tremors, pupil enlargement).

If you are concerned that your pet has been bitten by a snake, call us immediately.

The sooner the snake antivenom is given, the higher the chance of survival.

If you see a snake, please keep your distance, do not try to touch it or try to contain it and call the WIRES on 1300 094 737.

Keeping Your Pets Safe Over Summer

With the weather warming up it is important to look after your pets:

• Provide shelter for your pets, so they get away from direct sunlight.

• Provide plenty of water. Animals do not sweat like humans and they rely on the evaporation of the water in their mouths to cool themselves down. So they need extra water so they do not overheat.

• Provide extra water sources in case they are spilled.

• Provide kiddy pools so your pet can lay in the water.

• Bring your pets indoors with air conditioning, if possible.

• Consider day boarding in air conditioning.

• Avoid exercising your pets during the heat of the day. Walk them in the early morning, or later at night when it is cooler.

• Do not leave pets in a car or vehicle.

If your pet has a medical condition, they may be more prone to heat stroke: e.g. obesity; Brachycephalic breeds (short-nosed/flat-faced) e.g. Pugs, English bull dogs, French bulldogs, Pekingese and Persian and Himalayan cats; Respiratory disease/breathing problems - laryngeal paralysis, collapsing trachea; Thick/long hair coat; Heart problems/ Cardiovascular disease; Extremes in age (young/old); Neurological disease.

Signs of Heat Stroke

Common signs include:

• Incessant panting; Drooling, salivating; Agitation, restlessness; Very red or pale gums; Bright red tongue; Increased heart rate; Breathing distress; Vomiting, Diarrhoea (possibly with blood); Signs of mental confusion, delirium; Dizziness, staggering; Lethargy; weakness; Muscle tremors; Seizures; Collapsing and lying down; Little to no urine production; Coma or Death.

How do you treat a pet with heatstroke?

First step is to instigate Emergency First Aid by bathing your pet in cool water.

Heat stroke is a life threatening emergency - always see a vet.

Please feel free to pop in anytime and meet the team at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital.

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Warragamba Silverdale Swim Club have officially started their 2022/2023 season, with local swimmers taking to the pool last month.

The new season started on 11th of October 2022 and will finish on 21st of March 2023.

The cost for registration is $60 for the first swimmer, $55 for the second swimmer (in the same family) and $50 for the third swimmer (also in the same family), with a $25 fundraising fee. The club is still taking enrolments for this season.

The Swim Club meets every Tuesday at Warragamba Swimming Pools (Corner of Farnsworth Avenue and Warradale Road, Warragamba) at 6:00pm.

They cater for swimmers aged from 2 years (bubble swimmers) right through to adults. Parents are also able to get into the pool with younger children if needed.

“Swim club is a chance to beat your own time, improve your starts and keep fit. We do all swimming strokes throughout the season including individual medley. We start all our swimmers at 25m swims and progress them up to 50m, 100m and 200m swims. We also have a BBQ every week to help fundraise for the season” said Rebecca Heydon of Warragamba Silverdale Swim Club to the Mulgoa Valley Gazette.

Find Warragamba Silverdale Swim Club on Facebook or email them at warragambaswimclub@hotmail.com.

Emergency Services

As we dot our i’s and cross our t’s in the final stages of compiling the November edition, I catch a glance outside the office window - the weather is bleak at best.

We’ve had a week of rain, threatening grey skies and blustery days. Not quite the start to Spring any of us were hoping for. The grass is mushy, the weeds are stubborn and for every ‘sunny’ day we have, it seems 3 rainy days follow.

Here’s hoping November has better to offer!

Churches

Church

Church Sacred Heart, Luddenham + Warragamba

Uniting Church The Northern Road, Luddenham

Wallacia Community Christian Park Rd, Wallacia

Baptist Church 38-40 Nineteenth St, Warragamba

Mt Schoenstatt Shrine + Retreat Centre 230 Fairlight Rd, Mulgoa

Elevation Church Penrith 4 Production Pl, Penrith

Rural Fire Service

What we do know, is that there are plenty of fantastic events and activities taking place in and around the community, which will get us up, out and about! We’ve written about a few, take a read or better still take part.

This month our newest favourite contributor Scott, visits another local foodie hotspot and provides a ndetailed review of all there is to love, loathe or like in ‘Food 4 Thought’.

On the Eleventh day of the Eleventh month at the Eleventh hour, we pause to honour our fallen heroes. Please take a moment, to do just that. Lest We Forget.

Enjoy your community news! There is no greater wealth in this world than peace of mind.

Belinda

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