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The Foundation helps to fund equipment for the paediatric units at Campbelltown and Camden hospitals, including the Children’s Ward, Paediatric Ambulatory Care, Paediatric Emergency, Special Care Nursery, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Maternity, Delivery and Post Natal Units, as well as supporting many children’s community health programs.
“We want projects that build better, safer roads and bridges with higher speed and load limits that improve access for freight on the local and regional road network.“Every 100km out of a truck driver’s way costs over $300, so helping councils to build the infrastructure that reduces travel times for industry will ultimately reduce costs for families. Since 2014, over 80 regional NSW r Image/Article: Nathaniel Smith MP Mayor’s Charity Night To Raise Funds For Kids Of Macarthur
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“The NSW Liberals and Nationals are improving the State’s freight connections so food, produce and raw materials can be transported more quickly and cost effectively, ensuring produce gets to market and the economy keeps moving, not only now but well into the future,” Mr Farraway said.
Mayor Matt Gould said, “The Kids of Macarthur Health Foundation is dedicated to improving health care provision for every child living in our region.” “Having this equipment available locally means that parents are less likely to have to transport their sick children outside of the region to receive specialist health care.”
Funds raised at the Mayor’s Charity Night will go towards a $130,000 high quality obstetric ultrasound system which includes first trimester screening.
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“The latest round of this program will support our region and ensure safer roads for everyone meaning more time at home.”Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said the new round of the $543 million program will focus on shovel-ready projects that will deliver immediate benefits to communities.
The NSW Government is encouraging councils to apply for the latest round of the Fixing Country Roads program to help enhance the productivity of the State’s farming, manufacturing and freight sectors.Member for Wollondilly, Nathaniel Smith, said better roads led to stronger local economies, stronger employment opportunities – particularly for youth – and ultimately stronger country communities.“Ourcouncils have faced enough challenges over the past few years and crews have been working incredibly hard out to maintain and upgrade these vital roads,” Mr Smith said.
Tickets for the event are $150 each, or $1400 for a table of 10, available through Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/
Launched in the year 2000, the goal of the Kids of Macarthur Health Foundation is to buy the most up-to-date paediatric medical equipment available to improve health outcomes for local young people.
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“I’m delighted the NSW Liberals and Nationals in Government are helping to fast-track projects to help the region with an injection of funding.
Eight OMCG Members Arrested Following Investigation Into Pub Brawl – Raptor Squad
Raptor Squad officers have arrested eight outlaw motorcycle gang members as part of an investigation into a brawl at a hotel in Sydney’s north-west last month. About 7pm on Friday 5 August 2022, police were called to a hotel on Mulgoa Road at Wallacia following reports of a largeUponbrawl.arrival, police noticed several vehicles in the vicinity had been damaged, however, all parties had dispersed.
Inquiries continue. Anyone with information about the activities of organised criminal networks, including outlaw motorcycle gangs, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or pagesinformationTheInformationhttps://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.istreatedinstrictconfidence.publicisremindednottoreportviaNSWPolicesocialmedia r Article: NSW Police Media
Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould will host a carnival-themed charity night on 16 September at Camden Valley Inn to raise money for the Kids of Macarthur Health Foundation.Residents, businesses and friends will be able to enjoy a two-course meal and dessert bar, a beverage package, amazing live entertainment, as well as raffles, auctions and lots of prizes.
Initial inquiries into the incident were conducted by officers attached to Nepean Police Area Command, before the matter was referred to Raptor Squad for further investigation.Following extensive inquiries, Raptor Squad – assisted by South West and Central Metropolitan Operation Support Group (OSG) – executed nine search warrants at homes at Gregory Hills, Currans Hill, Oran Park, Cobbitty, Greenacre and Silverdale from 6am (Wednesday 18 August 2022).
Five men – aged between 27 and 47 –were arrested during the operation, and after police located prohibited drugs during the search of the Currans Hill home a sixth man, aged 34, was also arrested. All were taken to local police stations. Additionally, two men – aged 34 and 35 –presented to Campbelltown Police Station. It’s expected all eight men – who are members of OMCG – will be charged.
councils have received $462.5 million to carry out more than 320 individual projects, 260 of which have now been completed.Whenall projects funded to date are completed, the Fixing Country Roads program will have provided an additional 1,889 kilometres of sealed road, saving $8.55 million in reduced maintenance costs for Applicationscouncils.under the new round of Fixing Country Roads can be made until 5pm Friday 14 October.
Another exciting development is the introduction of new post office boxes. “We are proud to announce that there are 21 new post office boxes here at Luddenham. The response has been positive already and we have 15-16 that are available for rent” YogiPassportstated.photos, identification photos and applications for high-risk work licences can also be made at the business.
The people and community of Luddenham have welcomed Yogi and Nayana Methaniya as the new owners of Luddenham News and Post. Yogi and Nayana took over the business earlier this year from the Cambareri family, who owned it from 1993. Luddenham Post Office was opened in 1872 by Mr Beardow. In 1875, Miss Caroline Wallace became the Postmistress. Then, in 1895 the Willmington family owned it for nearly 100 years, until 1993. This is the first business that the Methaniya’s have owned. They have previously worked in a number of different industries.“Luddenham is a beautiful little town. I grew up in a small town and it very much reminds me of that,” said Yogi. Yogi explained that the support from the community has been“Theoverwhelming.peoplehereare friendly, honest, and down to earth. They have been very helpful in guiding us with the business and making us feel welcomed. We already know a lot of the locals by first name, which is great” he explained. Yogi’s plans are to keep the much-loved shop as is, without making too many changes. He has introduced some new products and increased the gifts range.
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“We would like to thank the Cambareri family for helping us transition with the business and to the community for their ongoing support” he ended.
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For over 35 years, Lisa Harrold has been a vocal advocate for connecting patches of critically endangered native vegetation within the Penrith LGA and the creation of habitat corridors. She has worked tirelessly to ensure the conservation of the Mulgoa Nature Reserve, Mulgoa Creek, Mulgoa’s Fernhill Estate, and the Wianamatta Nature Reserve.
In 1995, Lisa founded the Mulgoa Valley Landcare Group, a small group of volunteers who dedicate their time to restoring the bushland of the Mulgoa Valley and the Mid-Week Mulgoa Weeders at Mulgoa’s Gow Park. Lisa is also a keen member of the Penrith Council Bushcare volunteer program, dedicating time each month to provide valuable advice, mentor new members and share local history.
Nominations for the next Local Celebration Awards are now open and they want to hear from you! Visit Penrith City Council’s Local Celebration Awards web page at https://bit.ly/3vZ9QYM.
Lisa’s environmental project work also includes the establishment of the Crossman Reserve Bushcare group, restoration works targeting African Olive at Shale Cliffs, platypus eDNA research with Western Sydney University and many more.
Penrith is home to many dedicated, selfless, and inspirational people and Council’s Local Celebration Awards are an opportunity for them to recognise and celebrate these people in our community.
Lisa Harrold has been honoured with a Mayor’s Local Hero Award at the 2022 Local Celebration Awards.
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After two years of cancellations, organisers are delighted that the Leura Gardens Festival will be returning in 2022.
Musicians including the Heathens Choir of Blackheath, the Katoomba Jazz Band and the Wombats Crossing Trio will be performing during the Festival.
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• Single garden $10 • Three gardens $20 • All gardens $40 The Festival ‘hop on, hop off’ bus service runs between all gardens approximately every 30 minutes, with the cost for an all-day ticket being $10. The first bus leaves Leura Station at 9:30am each day and the last bus departs the station at 4:30pm for the final circuit.
All tickets are valid for the four days of the Festival and are available on the Festival website now.
The 56th Festival will be held for four days over the October long weekend, from Saturday 1st October to Tuesday 4th October.Theyplan to make the 2022 Festival a wonderful celebration for all garden lovers and look forward to welcoming everyone back to the upper Blue Mountains.
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On display will be a feast of new growth, masses of flowers, gorgeous bulbs, and an amazing variety of cool-climate plants. This includes azaleas, rhododendrons, and peonies as well as magnificent deciduous trees which will just be coming into their full flowering glory.
In addition, the beautiful gardens at Everglades and Fairmont will also be on display.
All proceeds go to support the Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital and other local health-related organisations. Festival details are available at www.leuragardensfestival. com.au or by calling 0431 095279. You can also follow the Leura Gardens Festival on Facebook and Instagram.
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There will be two magnificent gardens new to the Festival, Avila and Karoola. Avila is a wonderful example of what can be achieved in smaller spaces using a careful and informed plant selection and will be dressed in some impressive flowering bulb displays.Karoola is a garden on a larger scale and includes both formal and rambling bush settings and is remarkable for its extensive wisteriaSeveralplantings.favourites will return, including Ewanrigg, Fairways, Hill of Grace, Seasons and The Braes which puts on an impressive show across its vast, varied, and ever-changing acreage.
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This year’s competition includes $1,000 for the Grand Champion.Thefirst place winner in each category will receive $200; second place in each category will win $100; and there are five judges’ encouragement awards valued at $60.00 each. award categories
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Entries are open and will close on Friday 16 September, giving participants time to perfect their plots and fill in the entry form, which is available on Council’s website.
are: • Best Environmentally Sustainable Garden • Best Rural Garden • Best Edible Garden • Best Senior’s Garden • Best Community Garden • Best School Garden • Best Small Residential Garden • Best Flower Garden • Best Business/Commercial Garden • Best New Garden • Best Courtyard Garden • Best Staff Garden (no prize awarded for this category) • Best Large Residential Garden • Best Native Garden Judging will take place from 26 September until 1 October 2022, with school judging taking place on 22 - 23 September. An announcement of the winners and a presentation of prizes will take place at Wollondilly’s Garden Expo on Sunday 30 October 2022 at the Picton Botanic Gardens. More information can be obtained by emailing events@ wollondilly.nsw.gov.au or by phoning Council on 4677 1100. 2022 Wollondilly Spring Garden Competition Open v Get gardening! | Image/Article: Wollondilly Shire Council WEBER BBQ FOR DAD! win a DRAWN SUNDAY 4 SEPTEMBER This is a members only promotion. Winner does not need to be present to claim prize. Full terms and conditions available at the bar. Wallacia Country Club Practices the Responsible Service of Alcohol. Purchase any LION product to receive ONE ticket per day for your chance to win a WEBER Compact Kettle BBQ! Place your tickets in the barrel at main bar. FRIDAY Raffles Fab $500WorthofMeattobeWON! TICKETS ON SALE FROM 6PM DRAWN FROM 7.30PM $600 WORTH OF MEAT TRAYS TO BE WON! Tickets on sale from 1pm Drawn from 2pm Receive a voucher for $5 worth of raffle tickets when you make a food or beverage purchase on Sundays (until 1pm) One voucher per day per person. Members Only SUNDAY VALUED $249AT 13 Park Road, Wallacia NSW 2745 | Ph 02 4773 8417 | www.wallaciacountryclub.com.au
With Spring here, it’s time for the green thumbs of Wollondilly to put on their gloves for the 2022 Wollondilly Spring Garden Competition.Theannual Garden Competition is a popular event on Council’s calendar, bringing together like-minded community members with a passion for gardening. Mayor Matt Gould said, “Wollondilly Council has a long and proud history of conducting the Spring Garden Competition, which was established in 1990”. “We are one of the few local councils still organising and providing a garden competition for our local residents and community”.“Withsomany beautiful gardens in the Shire, the Spring Garden Competition is a great way for our local gardeners to showcase their hard work, as well as their love of nature”.
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Last month, the Luddenham Progress Association held its AGM. The meeting was chaired by the Community Commissioner Professor Roberta Ryan, and she also updated the meeting on Luddenham and its future. The following were elected - President: Patrick Darley-Jones, Vice President: Wayne Willmington and John Willmington, Secretary: Jenny Schweers, Assistant Secretary: Glenda Belay, Treasurer: Glen Marsden, Publicity Officer: Joe Musico and Booking Officer: Linda Marsden. They are looking for new members to join the Association that meet in the hall on the first Wednesday of each month.
The Luddenham Show Society was also holding its AGM on the 28th of August, and results were not available at the time of going to print.
Luddenham Rural Fire Brigade are looking for new members, if you have some spare time and would like to get involved in this community organization, give Bob a call on 4773 4142. They meet on the second Monday of the month at the Fire Station.
In August, a deputation from Luddenham Progress Association met with some of the management of Western Sydney Airport Co. to discuss the future of Luddenham. During the meeting, it became evident that WSA Co was not aware of the Luddenham Village Interim Strategy that was released by the NSW Department of Planning in March. The Interim Strategy proposes new housing to the northern end of Luddenham Village, outside of all noise contours. This important distinction directly addresses the concerns that WSA Co had raised about the options for the future of Luddenham Village. The Progress Association has once again written to WSA Co asking them to withdraw their objection to new homes in Luddenham out of the noise contours.
When you have a building that is 136 years old, there is always maintenance. That is the case with the Progress Hall, who have just updated all the electrical wiring, added safety switches and new emergency lighting. Some of the wiring looks like it was original from when the electricity came to Luddenham way back in 1938.
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Earlier this year, Luddenham Showground was the host to the first Australian Defence Force and Veterans Day. Penrith RSL Subbranch handed over the profit from the day of $7,832.34 to RSL Lifecare Veteran Services. by Wayne Willmington
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“Thank you so much. I have always felt welcomed and part of the community. Very loved. I cannot say enough how thankful I am. I will miss each and everyone of you” Dr Blom ended.
Bids Farewell to Mulgoa Veterinary Clinic
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“A national crisis of vet and nurse availability, COVID, the impact of the weather and health issues which included fracturing my wrist multiple times and needing surgery have contributed towards the decision” explained Dr Blom.
“I have had everything from budgies to elephants at the clinic and everything else in between. I’ve microchipped lions. Had a tiger in the reception area. I’ve worked with the animals at Luddenham Show. We’ve assisted the birth of puppies and taken the dogs throughout their whole lives. Clients who were children when they first came here have grown up to be adults with their own children. It has been a blessing and a privilege to serve the community and work here for the past 17 years” reflected Dr Blom.
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Right now, e-waste is growing three times faster than other waste. And with the way the world is becoming more tech savvy, we need to become more e-waste savvy. It’s so important to dispose of e-waste properly and responsibly. E-waste can’t go in your household bins. Recycling at our E-waste Drop-off Day keeps e-waste out of landfill and our community safe.
“I knew that I wanted to be a Vet from the age of 11 years old. Some said I wouldn’t be, and I proved them all wrong. I have been involved for 45 years in the industry. I will vet again” she stated. She wished to thank the local community for all their support over the decades.
Dr Blom has always wanted to be a Vet and hopes to continue to practice in the future.
There have been many incredible memories that Dr Blom and her staff have had over the years at the business.
It was the end of an era for Mulgoa Veterinary Clinic, with the much-loved business closing its doors last month.
The local clinic was purchased by Dr Bernice Blom on 4th January in 2005 from Dr Christou. Dr Christou opened the vet 11 years before in 1994. Back then, it started its humble beginnings at the back of Mulgoa Shopping Village, before growing and moving. Whilst the clinic was owned by Dr Christou, Dr Blom began her veterinary career. She had spent 28 years working in veterinary services in the area, before making the heartbreaking decision to close the clinic.
“I tried to sell the clinic and find a vet to buy it and grow the business. We just couldn’t keep it going. It was a devastating choice to make. I have sought leads for jobs for my existing staff once they leave. A beautiful family has bought the property to make it their new home” she continued.
3. The affected local area becomes red and swollen
7. Finally, puss producing mucosal ulcers appear (between areas of normal tissue), characteristic of severe disease
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Next month: What causes colon cell damage/death? Can we stop this?
3. Left sided colitis – rectum, sigmoid and descending colon
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4. Pancolitis – entire colon Rarely the small intestine that meets the colon may also be inflamed.Symptoms may be limited to rectal bleeding alone. As more of the colon becomes involved, symptoms may include fever, abdominal and rectal pain, cramping, and an urgency to defecate without being able to go. Sufferers have ongoing diarrhoea unrelieved by over-the-counter medications (often also passing blood and puss). Dehydration, weight loss, fatigue, anaemia, vitamin deficiencies, serious malnutrition and bone loss may result. Complications include liver, skin, eye, joint inflammation, perforated colon, increased colon cancer risk; in serious cases toxic megacolon, and possible death.
It is even worse when you deceive yourself. It is all too easy to believe your own lies about yourself, others, and the world around you. The problem is, of course, that reality has this habit of eventually catching up with you and exposing the sad stupidity of any deception.So,how can you even know if you are being deceived? You need someone who can speak into your world clearly and with authority. That is exactly what Jesus did and continues to do. He spoke the truth about us as human beings and what it means to live in God’s world. People thought he himself was deceived (even deluded) and killed him for it. However, his resurrection from the dead shows that he is the one who can speak truth into a lost world. There are lots of different voices in the world, but the one you can always trust is the voice of Jesus. You can find his voice in the words of the Bible. Grab one today! by: Andreas Klein Nutritionist Remedial Therapist Beautiful Health
2. Proctosigmoiditis – rectum and sigmoid colon
Have you ever been deceived? It might have been by a con artist, a scammer or even, more sadly, by someone you knew. The difficulty about being deceived is that you don’t realise it at the time. If you thought you were being deceived, then you wouldn’t have been deceived!
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1. Something initiates damage to and death of localized areas of colonic epithelial lining cells
2. In an attempt to remedy things, the damaged/dying epithelial cells release distress hormones to activate local immune responses increasing local blood flow, attracting, and activating various immune cells
3. The muscularis: muscle-cell-layer contracts rhythmically to move colon contents
6. Breakdown of the intestinal epithelial barrier leads bacteria and other materials to enter tissues. This further activates immune cells perpetuating intestinal inflammation
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2. The submucosa: connective tissue, nerves, blood/lymph vessels, immune cells
1. Ulcerative proctitis – anus and rectum only
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83,500 Australians suffer Ulcerative Colitis (UC). Patients are most frequently diagnosed at ages 15-35 and 55-70. Patients may be of any race, but likely to be white, Ashkenazi Jews. UC is usually categorized according to the parts of the large bowel involved/inflamed i.e.:
4. Serosa: external layer of connective tissue around the colon UC generally affects the mucosa and submucosa, the muscularis in severe disease. Sharp borders exist between normal and affected (ulcerated) tissue.
The normal colon wall consists of four main layers (inner to outer):1.The mucosa: lining cells
5. Eventually scattered haemorrhagic areas appear
4. If cell deaths continue, the mucosa takes on a finely granular look, and becomes friable (breaks easily); normal vascular pattern is lost
The disease process in UC:
“This project would not have been possible without the dedication the community of Warragamba showed. I am so grateful for the families that generously gave up their time to help bring our school back to its former glory for the children and community” said Lloyd Kusa, Relieving Principal at Warragamba Public School.
“This was a massive start. It opened a lot of discussion of other amazing things that we could do to connect with the community and give our students every opportunity to succeed! No date has been locked in yet. We need to let our muscles rest up. The volunteers really went above and beyond, giving it their all” explained Marnie Hill, K-2 Learning and Support Teacher at Warragamba PublicWhenSchool.asked what she enjoys most about being a part of the school, Marnie replied, “The tight knit community. Everyone knows everyone and are willing to work with us to instigate positive change. We also have close ties with the preschools and daycares, working with and including them for a smooth transition to kindergarten”.
r Community members part of the working bee | Image: Marnie Hill/Warragamba Public School
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Many of the kids were happy to get involved with the initiative, taking ownership over keeping their school beautiful. It was a great show of community spirit that concluded with a delicious sausage sizzle and a chat about the day’s activities.
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The working bee involved work on the school’s grounds including moving several tonnes of mulch, weeding gardens, and discarding tree waste cut down by arborists.
Over 50 members of the local community came together to get their hands dirty, cleaning up the grounds at Warragamba Public School last month.
“I am truly humbled how the local community has welcomed me and have offered me their support and kind words” he continued.
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Warragamba Public School’s next event will be their “Light Up Warra” School Concert on 21st and 22nd September.
The school has plans to have other working bees in the future. For now, it’s time to rest up after their incredible efforts.
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National Child Protection Week: Talking to Children About Safety
14 September 2022 www.mulgoagazette.com.au PARENTS CORNER Article Written + Submitted by: Monica Purcell | Family Facilitator Nepean Community & Neighbourhood Services W: www.nepeancommunity.org.au E: info@nepeancommunity.org.au r Image: https://www.napcan.org.au/
The first thing to know is that open communication is more about how you are with your child than the words you use. It’s important that you remain calm during even the most difficult conversations. Big adult emotions can overwhelm children and cause them to ‘shut down’.
Focus on listening, rather than responding. Being listened to helps children explore their feelings, put ideas into words, brainstorm solutions to their own problems and develop selfconfidence. Your full focus makes them feel respected and helps them know that their thoughts and feelings matter. Be open to talking about all feelings – joy, sadness, fear, anger, worry. Separate behaviour from emotion. Remember: “all feelings are OK, but not all behaviours are OK”. Children build their emotion vocabulary from the adults around them.
Talk to your child about safety, where they feel safe, with whom they feel safe and what it feels like to be safe. Discuss ‘early warning signs’ (how their body feels) and encourage them to trust their feelings and instincts.
National Child Protection Week (4-10 September) is all about the ways that we can all work together to build communities that support children and families. Visit www. napcan.org.au to find out more.
Children are safest when they are listened to, respected, and believed by the adults around them. There are ways you can create a safe space for your child to share their concerns and worries with you.
In addition to staying calm, approach your child with curiosity and non-judgment. You may feel temptation to lecture but check this urge at the door. During a hard time, would you confide in someone who only points out your faults? Probably not! If children feel judged, they are less likely to come to you with their struggles again. Choose the time and place carefully. A neutral space such as the living room can be ideal. Pick a time when you are not too busy to listen. For some children, they feel more comfortable talking about their emotions during parallel activities like a taking a drive in the car or going for a walk.
“Mums and dads can socialise and have some much-needed down time when they are here,” said Cathie. Members of the community are welcome to turn up each week, with no need to book. r Children can build their social skills | Image: www.pexels.com
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There’s some exciting news for the local community, with Wallacia Playgroup returning, after relaunching last month.
The group’s first day back was on Thursday 11th August, since COVID restrictions. They now meet weekly on Thursdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Wallacia Christian Community Church. This is during school terms only. With the arrival of Spring, it is hoped that the group will grow to accommodate for more members.
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“Watching the children build their social skills and learn to play with others is important. It’s a fun environment” she continued.Theplaygroup is a perfect opportunity for parents to come together, whilst their children are playing.
Children under the age of 6 who haven’t started school and their parents are welcome to come along and enjoy a morning of fun activities. The cost to join the group is a gold coinActivitiesdonation.include singing/dancing with music, craft, free play, and morning tea. Mums and dads can also enjoy coffee or“Aftertea.
COVID, it’s nice to see children and their parents once again and for everyone to be able to interact together” explained Cathie Schrumpf, Co-Ordinator of Wallacia Playgroup to the Mulgoa Valley Gazette.
Wallacia Playgroup Returns
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[Top] (L-R) Bern Finn (Junior Registrar), Nicole Stanford (President), Sandra McGrann (Treasurer), and Liz Salinas (Vice President) cutting the 50th Anniversary cake [Above] Warragamba Netball Club players at a Gala Day | Images: Melissa Gunther
“As the President, I really enjoy seeing our juniors try their very best to be amazing! They have a love of netball and an enthusiasm to learn that is contagious” smiled Nicole. You can follow the club’s progress by searching Warragamba Netball Club on Facebook.
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“It was a great night. We had a band with lots of dancing, raffles and we awarded two life memberships to Trisha Hoban and Pam Dalton for their endless commitment to the club” explained Nicole Stanford, President of Warragamba Netball Club to the Mulgoa Valley Gazette.
An important sporting milestone has been reached by Warragamba Netball Club, with the club celebrating its 50th Anniversary last month. A big birthday celebration took place at Warragamba Town Hall on Saturday 13th August, with past and present players, officials, family, and friends coming together to mark the special occasion. The night’s entertainment included a band, raffles, and awards. Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould was also in attendance.
Warragamba Netball Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary
To commemorate the celebration, all players, coaches, and committee members at Warragamba Netball Club received a 50th Anniversary Jersey at the beginning of the season. With the 2022 Penrith District Netball Association Season coming to a close, the club have 17 of 20 eligible teams on track to make the finals. An incredible achievement during their Golden Anniversary year.
Don't stop retrievin'. My dog's only flaw is not living forever. Sometimes, they call me 'Getbackhere.' First he stole my heart, then he stole my bed Home is where the dog hair is stuck to everything.
My best friend has a fur and a tail. Love is a four-legged word. Anything is paws-ible with a dog by your side. Love is a wet nose and a wagging tail. The road to my heart is filled with paw prints.
The dog is only allowed on the old furniture
The dog is not allowed in the house
Humans must ask permission to sleep under the covers with the Indogall cases of dispute….. The dog rules!
The dog may sleep on the bed whenever they want, but not under the covers
The dog is allowed in all rooms, but has to stay off the furniture
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Life lessons from your dog: No matter what happens in life, kick some grass over that stuff and move on!
Fine, the dog is allowed on all the furniture, but is not allowed to sleep with humans
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. It’s treat o’clock somewhere
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18 September 2022 www.mulgoagazette.com.au PAWS A WHILE Article Written + Submitted by: Camille Brandt from Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital A: 49 Wentworth Rd, Orchard Hills P: 4736 2027 Check us out on Facebook, contact us by phone on 4736 2027 or online at www.orchardhillsvet.com.au 49 Wentwor th Road, Orchard Hills – 4736For2027Appointments Call 4736 2027 Camille Brandt BVSc(Hons 1), MVS(SAP) CONSULTING HOURS Monday to Friday: 8am - 7pm | Saturdays: 8am - 2pm Services provided include: • General Surgery (desexing to orthopedics) • Vaccinations and in-house pathology • Radiology and Dentistry • Visiting specialist radiographer and ultrasonographer • Puppy preschool • Grooming and hydrobath • Home visits • Cat boarding and Kitten adoption • Secure off leash dog park CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION www.orchardhillsvet.com.au or Join us on Facebook Happy Fathers Day Happy Fathers Day to all the human dads and dog dads! A few funny quotes to make you smile! Money can buy you a fine dog, but only love can make him wag his tail. No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich. Dogs just need you and love, that’s all. Dogs are like potato chips, you can never have just one.
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Warradale Little A’s is a family oriented, not for profit sporting club that caters for children aged 3 to 17 years. The club has been providing competition for the children of our local community since 1989. From the very beginning, the club had people with the passion to lay the foundations of what is now a successful centre that is welcoming and inclusive to athletes of all abilities. They look forward to sharing their passion with the community for many years to come.Little athletics events include throws, jumps, sprints, and distance running, walks and hurdles.
The season’s fees are $95 for Tiny Tots, and $120 for Under 6’s to Under 17’s. There is also a $25 fundraising fee per family.
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Competition is held on Friday nights at Warragamba Sporting Oval from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The Under 6’s to Under 17’s competition program is run over two weeks, whilst their Tiny Tots (3 and 4 years old) enjoy a modified program that involves play-training activities.
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Payment can be made via credit/debit card or PayPal. No manual registrations will be available. You can use your Active Kids Voucher to supplement the payment. Don’t
The new season starts on Friday 23rd September 2022. Tiny Tots starts at 6:00pm and the Under 6’s to Under 17’s at 6:30pm. Registration for the 2022/23 season must be done online via the Gameday website, using the club’s unique URL: https://regoform.
know where to get one? Visit Service NSW’s website and follow the Active Kids Voucher links before you register. The registration number collection day will take place on Friday 9th and Friday 16th September from 5:30pm till 7:00pm at Warragamba Sporting Oval. For more information regarding registrations, please email warradale45@gmail.com or follow their Facebook page Warradale Little Athletics Club (@warralac). Warradale Little Athletics: Family, Fun and Fitness r Warradale LAC athletes | Image Supplied by Warradale LAC Mamre Produce is a premium Stockfeed supplier that offers a wide range of Quality Stockfeed at affordable prices!!! Need Horse Quality Hay? WE also offer FREE Local Delivery!! Order Online Today! Mamre Produce Here For the Locals! !! ! S TO CKFE E DS ! !! Address: 610 Bringelly Road, Rossmore, NSW 2557 | Contact: 02 9834 3113 | Email: sales@mamreproduce.com.au Website: mamreproduce.com.au | Facebook: facebook.com/mamreproduce | ABN: 36 162 408 540
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As I compile the final touches of the September edition, I look out my window to notice it is a typical Winter’s day, cold, wet and blustery. Nothing at all like the weather we experienced only a week before. I can only hope, like everyone else, that better weather is around the corner as we turn the leaf into Spring.Ialways enjoy Spring, not only for the promise of wonderful weather, but the downward descent to Christmas. What’s not to love about gorgeous Spring days, socialising and the festive lead up to Christmas? This month Monica highlights the importance of child-safety in ‘Parents Corner’ given September plays host to National Child Safety week. While Camille dishes out some ‘Dad’ Jokes in ‘Paws A While’ in view of Fathers Day.Fathers Day is the first Sunday in September, a timely reminder to spend time with or reach out to the Fathers and Fatherly figures in our lives, and remember those taken too soon. Find a minute to reflect on the great moments. Enjoy ‘Your Community News’. Make yourself a priority once in a while. It’s not selfish. It’s necessary. Find us on Facebook Belinda Due to the impact of COVID-19 on local businesses, and with the health and safety of our extended team in mind, copies at pick up points during this uncertain period may vary. Your Community News will continue as we adapt to these challenging times. All/any events published, will proceed in-line with Government Covid guidelines at the time. All/any images published have been supplied with permission and in-line with Government Covid guidelines at the time. Now more than ever, small business needs your support! This is a great time to follow us on FACEBOOK and SUBSCRIBE to receive a DIGITAL EDITION directly to your inbox monthly:http://eepurl.com/gpmIQ5
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