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Appeal For Information After Stabbing – Oran Park Police are appealing for public assistance as they investigate the stabbing of a man in Sydney’s south west earlier this year. Around 3.45pm on Thursday 19 March 2020, emergency services were called to Ducros Street, Oran Park, following reports a man had been stabbed. Officers attached to Camden Police Area Command attended to find the man with multiple stab wounds to the face and arms. NSW Ambulance paramedics attended and took the man to Liverpool hospital with non life-threatening injuries, where he remains. As investigations continue, police are appealing for assistance from the public in identifying two men who may be able to assist with inquiries. The first man is described as medium build, of a Pacific Islander/Maori appearance, about 18-20 years old with collar-length black hair last seen wearing a black t-shirt, red shorts, black baseball cap, black runners, and carrying a black shoulder bag. The second man is described as medium build, of a Pacific Islander/Maori appearance, about 18-20 years old, last seen wearing a white long sleeve shirt and dark coloured shorts. Anyone who might have been in or was driving through the Oran Park area around the time of the incident are urged to contact police. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers. com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.

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Article Written + Submitted by: Fr David Catterall MTh - Parish Priest @ St Mary MacKillop Catholic Parish Oran Park P: 02 4648 2226 W: www.marymackillopparish.org.au A: 94 Oran Park Drive, Oran Park NSW 2570 Facebook: www.facebook.com/oranparkparish Twitter: www.twitter.com/oranparkparish While our supermarkets have moved on from Easter, with shelves now cleared of Easter Eggs and other related seasonal products, more than ever this year during these days of social distancing and #stayathome protocols, we all need the spirit of Easter to live on. As Pope Francis said in his annual Easter message: “In these weeks, the lives of millions of people have suddenly changed. For many, remaining at home has been an opportunity to reflect, to withdraw from the frenetic pace of life, stay with loved ones and enjoy their company. For many, though, this is also a time of worry about an uncertain future, about jobs that are at risk and about other consequences of the current crisis”. As he went onto say: “This is not a time for indifference, because the whole world is suffering and needs to be united in facing the pandemic … This is not a time for self-centredness, because the challenge we are facing is shared by all, without distinguishing between persons … This is not a time for division. May Christ our peace enlighten all who have responsibility in conflicts, that they may have the courage to support the appeal for an immediate global ceasefire in all corners of the world … This is not a time for forgetfulness. The crisis we are facing should not make us forget the many other crises that bring suffering to so many people”. But what is this a time for? For me, I think it is a time when we are being invited, amongst the members of our household and in our circle of acquaintances, to create a strong web of love to hold and care for everyone as this crisis unfolds. It also demands of us a patience and tolerance in our own homes, and a willingness to share time and facilities around the home and do tasks we might have taken for granted belonged to others. “Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these … you did to me.” (Matt 25:40) FAITH – NEWLIFE ANGLICAN ORAN PARK

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Free Home Delivered Soul Food As a community we’ve embraced Uber Eats, and Menulog - even down to Maccas and Hungry Jacks. Whilst tasty, these foods don’t always leave us better off. Indeed with more couch time they probably aren’t ideal. What if there was something you could have delivered straight to your home that was good for you? What if it was good for your inner health too? Maybe even your soul. Well in our strange Coronavirus world that’s now possible. At NewLife Anglican we’re now streaming church live each week and you can join us from your couch. Maybe you’ve been wondering what church is like. Maybe you’ve been interested but haven’t had the courage to hop in the car and enter the building. Perhaps this global crisis has caused you to think again about the place that God has in your life. Whatever the reason there’s now a low barrier way to check out church and indeed to join us each week. You can find NewLife online at www.newlifeanglican.org.au. We stream live on Sunday morning and you’ll be able to find the link by clicking through to YouTube from the front page of our website. Additionally if you have kids from Kindy through to Year 5 we’ve got an interactive kids program which we make available for them each week. It’s not the same as NewLifeKids in our building but it’s a great way to keep your kids engaged with craft ideas and stories. Why not check it out? So there you have it. We’d love to see you in person eventually up at NewLife but before that we’ll be very happy to give you a virtual elbow bump and a thumbs up emoji if you drop by our live stream for some home delivered soul food.

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#AnzacSpirit Not Lost in 2020 When Anzac Day services and memorials were cancelled this year, many Australians came together to collectively look at alternate ways in which we would still have a day of remembrance whilst practicing social distancing and being isolated from one another. A movement began and it was soon decided upon that we would each stand on our driveways at home at dawn and observe a minute’s silence. As we were unable to participate in a service, there were several ways in which we could commemorate Anzac Day 2020. RSL NSW suggested that you could record yourself reciting the ode or sharing a message on social media using the hashtag #ANZACSpirit. They also suggested that whilst listening to a streamed commemorative service, you could ‘light up the dawn’ by lighting a candle to remember those who fought for our country. Students who play instruments in school bands also participated in various musical projects across the country, which saw them perform ‘The Last Post’ at 6:00am on their driveways at home (after advising their neighbours of their plans on Anzac Day). Mateship plays a big part on Anzac Day, with many veterans, their families and friends coming together to spend time with one another in years gone by. Instead, this year it was replaced with phone and video calls, where checking up on a mate was more important than ever. How ever you chose to acknowledge Anzac Day this year, one thing was for certain. That was that Anzac Spirit is still very much alive in Australia, New Zealand and right around the world. Many kept sharing stories to show that the spirit of Anzac remains. Lest we forget.

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A Birthday with a Difference It is every 12-year-old boy’s dream to have a birthday party filled with their family and friends, food, games, and a day of fun. For local boy, Charles Powell, this year’s celebrations would be different, with his party cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Instead, Charles’ parents Lisa and Vin Powell organised a Zoom party, where his family would surprise him online, via video conference from all

around the world. “Charles was pretty disappointed to have to cancel his party with all of his mates and cousins. We really wanted to do what we could to make it special for him, so we had a family Zoom party!” said Lisa Finn-Powell, Charles’ mother. With his siblings unable to fly up from Melbourne to join him, the family had a gift opening session on Zoom. Each member of the family had their own window, which saw Charles’ mother (Lisa) and father (Vin) as well as brother (Nick) and sister (Belle) in different rooms of the house. Older sister Grace and her boyfriend Pim were in their garden in Melbourne, along with older brother Will at his house. Charles’ Aunty Kari, who lives in North Carolina in the US, even popped in as a surprise visitor. “To open each present, Charles ran up and down the stairs and all over the house to where we were all sitting with our computers. The whole experience was a lot of fun. We also did a screen share of our birthday card to him, which said ‘You are getting a DOG!’. At that point, everyone went mad with excitement. It was unexpectant to all of the family” explained Lisa. Of course, no birthday is complete without a cake and this year Charles was treated to a Star Wars ™ themed chocolate cake, with R2D2. “It really was a wonderful birthday party in the end. The best surprise I could have asked for” said an excited Charles. r [Above] Charles’ family celebrating online | Image Supplied

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Residents are being encouraged to support local businesses by joining a new social media campaign, championed by Camden Council and Camden Region Economic Taskforce (CRET). The #camdenbought campaign asks residents to take photos of the products they have purchased from local businesses and post them on social media. Local businesses also have a new platform to promote their business and offers during the COVID-19 pandemic on the Camden Council website. Mayor of Camden, Cr Theresa Fedeli, said the campaign was one way of supporting local businesses who have been hit hard by COVID-19. “Local businesses are the bedrock of our community and this is a way for the entire community to jump on board and support each other,” Cr Fedeli said. “Council’s new webpage highlights the fantastic work our local businesses continue do for the community. “Social media can be used in a positive way like the #camdenbought campaign, so I encourage you to buy local and flaunt it by posting it on social media”. Businesses can list their offers on the newly designed directory page on Council’s website by filling out the form at camden.nsw.gov.au. For more information on support for businesses impacted by COVID-19, visit camden.nsw.gov.au/business/support-for-businesses-impacted-by-covid-19.

Oran Park Probus Club has suspended all meetings and activities due to the coronavirus Covid-19. Until it is deemed safe to resume our monthly meetings, many of our members will remain in self isolation. That means more time to devote to our favourite crafts or hobbies or time to learn a new one! YouTube has a wealth of creative ideas. The aim of Probus Clubs, to promote friendship, fellowship, and fun amongst retired and semi-retired people in the community, has been dealt a blow by the virus and social distancing. Our committee has trialed a Zoom meeting and hopes soon to connect to some of our members through a Zoom Coffee and Chat. Our monthly newsletter will still be published. Members are encouraged to contribute an article, photos, or jokes. Technology has connected many of us to friends and loved ones. For those who are not as tech savvy, there are resources to help. You can try beconnected.esafety. gov.au or telstra.com.au/tech-savvyseniors/start learning. For anyone interested in learning more about Oran Park Probus Club, please email oranpark@probusclubs.com.au or phone 0410 758755.

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Support Knows NO Boundaries this Mothers Day Motherless Daughters Australia (MDA) is the only national not-for-profit organisation specialising in support after the loss of a mother, with focus on informing, representing, connecting, and supporting women and girls whose mothers have died. They help their community navigate the everyday and life’s major milestones without the support of their mum. With a network of around 4,000 in total and an online support group of more than 2,500 women, there is a real need for such support. The lead up to Mother’s Day in particular, is extremely challenging and given that we are even more isolated this year due to COVID19, MDA has a range of online initiatives to ensure its community feel continued support and connectedness. Motherless Daughters Awareness Week (May 3-9) is specifically in place a week before Mother’s Day to raise awareness that the organisation exists as a support network, and to help raise awareness and increase education within the wider community. During this week, women and children whose mums have died will be invited to participate in a social media initiative and record a 20 second video about how they will be honouring their mum this Mother’s Day. They can then upload it to their account, tag the organisation and use the hashtag #honouringher. The online support group which can be accessed via Facebook, is also a wonderful and comforting source of support, not only for Mother’s Day, but throughout the entire year. Women connect and listen, advise and empathise daily with nothing but love, understanding and compassion. Motherless Daughters also focuses on supporting the wider community and friends and family or motherless daughters to better support them in a more informed and insightful way. A factsheet that has been developed in consultation with their network, is available for download from their website. If you or someone else you know has lost their mum and may benefit from this organisation, please help raise awareness and let them know. To find out more, please head to their website www.motherlessdaughters.com.au. r Providing support to over 120 women in less than 4 weeks via video conferencing. MDA will continue connecting and providing virtual support ongoing | Image Supplied

Natasha’s Story “My mum, Eleonora Carbone, died on 6th June 2014 from metastatic uterine cancer. She was 69 and I was 33, my younger sister was 29. Mum was an active member of the local community for many years. She was kind, funny, caring and her love for us was unconditional” said local resident Natasha Lincoln. Natasha’s mum Eleonora met her now husband, but wasn’t around to see her get engaged, married or pregnant for the first time. “I will be forever devastated that my mum has not met my two beautiful boys and that she won’t meet baby number three due in September this year” she said. “My world is still not spinning around the same as it used to, but it is spinning again, just at a different pace and with different scenery. I can see the happiness in my children’s faces and the beautiful butterflies in the garden and I can hear the music again. Although time has passed, I still miss her every day. Love you mum. Happy Mother’s Day” ended Natasha.

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How are you all doing in the current conditions? What are you doing well? What are you struggling with? What could you do better? Where are the points of conflict in the family relationships? And why? • I am wondering if most conflict is caused by expectations that aren’t communicated well? We can become unstuck when we have really high expectations and low warmth and affection. There is no payoff for doing the right thing. I am seeing some families thriving. They are spending more quality time together where they are enjoying each other’s company. They get school work done in the morning which leaves the afternoons for play. They play board games. Kids are kept busy with simple activities in the home and outdoors. They are taking advantage of the activities offered on the internet and Facebook. The parents are reflecting on what is going well and what they could do differently. They are having family meetings to sort out any problems as they go along. Some families are loving not having the pressure of packing lunchboxes, getting out the door, getting in the door, getting dinner ready to make sure the kids are bathed and in bed to do it all again the next day. Everything is more fluid and parents are going with their children’s natural rhythms. They are doing the ‘we are in this together’ slogan in the home with a lot of fun and humour thrown in. “Though this is a scary time, it could very well be a time they remember as the best time in their life.” (Author unknown)

Going on a Bear Hunt With exercise restricted to half an hour a day away from the home during isolation, the option to explore is limited. That is, of course, if you are going on a bear hunt. That’s right – a Teddy Bear Hunt! A worldwide movement has begun, where families place a teddy bear somewhere visible in their home, where children and adults of all ages can see them passing by on their daily walks or runs. The teddy bear could be in the window of a bedroom, your car or just sitting in your front yard. There are no limits with how creative you can be with displaying your bear, with some members of the community using certain themes. It could be a bunny around Easter, a bear dressed as a soldier for Anzac Day or a mummy bear with her family for Mother’s Day. Once you’ve displayed your bear for all to see, you can choose to simply sit back and surprise passersby or to post photos online. Local groups right across social media have formed, where you can post a photo of your bear and your suburb. It’s important to note that when you are out on a teddy bear hunt and you see one, do not touch them! You can admire them from afar, but do not go near them, pick them up or move them. During the coronavirus pandemic, we all must practice social distancing and that also means from the bears as well. The next time you’re exercising - going for a walk, run or even as a passenger in the car, look out for the teddy bears. They are a reminder that we’re not alone and that we’re all in this together during these ever-changing times ahead. r A local bunny greets passersby for Easter | Image Supplied

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Like many in the entertainment industry right now, local musician Steve Head has been unable to perform on stage due to the current coronavirus pandemic. After requests from family and friends from all around the world who follow his singing, Steve decided to bring his music to the people and perform online, via live feeds on Facebook. His live performances at home have also featured his 6-year-old daughter Michelina, who is delighting in the opportunity to sing with her dad. Steve has been singing all his life. He never knew that someday he would decide to take it seriously and do something with it, after being encouraged by a friend after a family tragedy saw him withdraw a lot from social activity when he was 25. “Michelina has been singing since she could stand and talk, but I have never pushed her. I’d rather let her make that decision to hopefully follow the same passion that I have for it. She really looks forward to the live feed performances and it’s a great way to help with her confidence” explained Steve. Sharing the home stage with her dad has given Michelina the opportunity to perform for everyone, from family in Italy through to friends at school. “She has already received many positive comments and words of encouragement and we know this is bringing much happiness to others. Michelina is getting her own little fan base” Steve glowed. At a time when isolation can leave us feeling down, Steve believes that music can help pick us up, “I believe music is healing, especially in times like this as it can help people relive memories. It reminds them of special people in their lives and distracts from the doom and gloom. It can also make them feel that they are not alone and that they can stay connected in a positive way through social media. Music uplifts your mood and we hope these live feeds have people up and dancing at home”. r Steve and daughter Michelina share the stage at home | Image Supplied

Out of this World! It is still possible to have fun at home whilst we are all self-isolating. Even the most boring of jobs, that is taking out the bin each week, has now become an event. People all around the world are encouraged to dress up and add a little flair when wheeling the bin out. This phenomenon first gained popularity right here in Australia and you could say that local residents Jennifer Sargeant and David Delaney have taken this to new heights! David recently dressed as an astronaut, complete with a full spacesuit, when taking the bin out. The momentous occasion was filmed by Jennifer, his partner, and posted online on Facebook in the Bin Isolation Outing group. The video was filmed in one take and was welcomed by the group, which boast almost 1,000,000 members worldwide, before going viral. “As soon as my friend told us about the group, I thought what a great idea it would be to post a video for everyone to enjoy. Well, it blew up and I remember it hit 500 likes in a matter of minutes. It’s now had over 6,000 likes, 500 shares and thousands of views” explained Jennifer. “David was born in 1969, which was also the year that man first walked on the moon. We thought, instead of having a moon landing, why not have a bin landing! Everyone knows what a spacesuit is and it’s relatable and has a global theme. It all just made sense” she smiled. The spacesuit was originally purchased online last year for David’s 50th birthday and used for a fancy-dress party. “It takes about 5 to 10 minutes to put on and can get quite hot in there. Even though the video was filmed in the morning, I was still sweating” said David. The video was made even more realistic with David improvising by walking slowly like an astronaut, just like Neil Armstrong did all those years ago on the moon. Once pushing his bin to the end of the driveway, he placed an Australian flag to mark the achievement. “My only request to Jennifer before she filmed the video was that she had to yell out ‘Action’ at the start” David chuckled. Jennifer and David both agree that the purpose of the light-hearted video was to help put a smile on people’s faces during this difficult time. “We had so much fun making this and hope that it brings just as much joy to watch. We encourage everyone in the community to give it a go and try it. The world needs it right now” they ended. r The bin has landed | Image Supplied

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FROM THEWORD EDITOR THE LAST As the New Year rolled in for 2020, no-one I know ever thought for a minute that a short few months later we would be spending our days in lock down within our own 4 walls, with strict social distancing guidelines and businesses faced with shutdown or restricted trade. Yet, here we are. While for many it has been a very challenging time in more ways then one, we have witnessed the community step up and embrace the circumstances that we now find ourselves in, our ‘new-normal’ for period ‘unknown’. Refer to our #LifeInLockDown feature on pages 4 and 5 for a few of these highlights, from home-schooling to backyard camping, #AnzacSpirit and everything in between! For those following along at home, jump online and follow our Facebook pages where we’ll be interacting with the community on how you’re getting through these ‘changing and challenging’ times. You might just find yourself a part of next month’s printed feature! A reminder that the survival of small business depends on us! The message is simple: if you’re in a position to offer support, please do what you can. Small business needs us now more than ever. Enjoy Your Community News. “Reset, readjust, restart, refocus... as many times as you need to.”

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