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About the Find Maroondah

By Warren Strybosch

The Find Maroondah is a community paper that aims to support all things Maroondah. We want to provide a place where all Not-For-Profits (NFP), schools, sporting groups and other like organisations can share their news in one place. For instance, submitting up-andcoming events in the Find Maroondah for Free.

We do not proclaim to be another newspaper and we will not be aiming to compete with other news outlets. You can obtain your news from other sources. We feel you get enough of this already. We will keep our news topics to a minimum and only provide what we feel is most relevant topics to you each month.

We invite local council and the current council members to participate by submitting information each month so as to keep us informed of any changes that may be of relevance to us, their local constituents.

We will also try and showcase different organisations throughout the year so you, the reader, can learn more about what is on offer in your local area.

To help support the paper, we invite local business owners to sponsor the paper and in return we will provide exclusive advertising and opportunities to submit articles about their businesses. As a community we encourage you to support these businesses/columnists.

Without their support, we would not be able to provide this community paper to you.

and rolling out over the coming years.

Our aim is to help as many NFP and other like organisations to raise much needed funds to help them to keep operating.

Our fundraising initiatives will never simply ask for money from you.

We will also aim to provide something of worth to you before you part with your hard-earned money. The first initiative is the Find Cards and Find Coupons – similar to the Entertainment Book but cheaper and more localised.

Any NFP and similar organisations e.g., schools, sporting clubs, can participate.

Follow us on facebook (https://www. facebook.com/findmaroondah) so you keep up to date with what we are doing.

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ALL THINGS MAROONDAH The City of Maroondah is a local government area in Victoria, Australia in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

Maroondah had a population of approximately 118,000 as at the 2019 Report which includes 9000 business and close to 46,000 households. The City of Maroondah was created through the amalgation the former Cities of Ringwood and Croydon in December 1994.

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By Mary Barnes

When Australians celebrate the Christmas "holiday season”, we typically refer to the time frame from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day. But soon after, in numerous Asian nations, there's another big holiday that brings people together with friends and family; Chinese New Year!

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Chinese New Year

Sometimes referred to as the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, Chinese New Year is one of the most important and extensively observed holidays worldwide.

Families gather on this colourful and joyous event to celebrate the start of the Chinese lunar year, reflect on the past and embrace the opportunities that lie ahead. There are many traditions and practices surrounding Chinese New Year, offering an understanding of the rituals, symbolism, and festive mood that envelop this fortunate time.

Chinese New Year is believed to have originated during the Shang dynasty's control in the fourteenth century BC. Its history is rife with folklore. According to one legend, peasants were assaulted at the beginning of each year by a monster known as Nian ("Year"). Red, bright lights, and loud noises were all things Nian feared. These were tools used by people to drive the beast away. A long, colourful dragon puppet is paraded through the streets as the centrepiece of celebrations during dragon dancing, which is popular throughout the nation since the dragon is a Chinese symbol of strength and good fortune. In addition, many extensively

clean their homes during the New Year's celebration to remove any unfavourable energy from the previous year.

Firecrackers, fireworks, and red clothing and decorations are therefore common elements of celebrations to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the good fortune and prosperity of the new one.

Money is handed to young people in vibrant red envelopes. Chinese New Year is also a time for feasting and family visits.

This is a time-honored celebration that blends ancient traditions with modern

festivities. As families come together to share meals, exchange gifts, and revel in the vibrant customs, the spirit of renewal and hope permeates the air. Whether you're a participant or an observer, understanding the rich tapestry of traditions associated with Chinese New Year provides a deeper appreciation for the cultural significance of this joyous occasion. As we welcome the Year of the Dragon, may it be filled with prosperity, good fortune, and the warmth of shared moments with loved ones. Gong Xi Fa Cai! - Wishing you a prosperous New Year!

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How to find peace within PARENTING

By Lesley-Anne Banton

The saying of peace and goodwill to all is bounded around at this time of the year, it suggests it’s something you have to do and give to others.

What if this year you give it to yourself?

At this time of year attention is often brought to who we don’t have in our lives, family disconnects and disputes and lack of what we don’t have. It can raise so many unhelpful thoughts, behaviour patters and feelings.

Sometimes we feel forced, obligated or guilted into spending time with people whom we may not get along with, feel trigged by or don’t align with. This maybe family and or close friends but mainly seems to be family members and we just don’t know how to navigate it.

The situation or the anticipation of the event can evoke frustration, anger, anxiety and resentment, but not inviting them and including them in family gatherings gives you feelings of guilt, obligation, selfishness and or shame. What can you do?

Without diving too deep, take a step back for a moment and look at your family patterns, dynamics, conditioning and rules. Who did you need to be to fit in and be accepted? Who did

your sibling need to be to fit in and be accepted? What roles did you take on? What were your generational family patterns and dynamics?

Now just because you can recognise and see where the behaviour, conditioning, roles and patterns come from this does not diminish what you have experienced, however it does help to give reason to it Next, look at what part you have played in creating and continuing the behaviour pattern you are apart of with the person.

We have responsibility in our part- if you deny this from yourself you disempower yourself with the ability to change the dynamic and set and protect your boundaries, so be honest what was/ is your part? By owning and accepting your part and committing to create change you can and you will. By finger pointing and blaming you can guarantee there will be no change within you.

Labels given to family members as an outcome of your birth does not make you obligated to them accountable for their thought’s feelings, actions or inactions or the need to seek their approval or acceptance of who you are, your true self at the core. If you removed their title (Mum, Dad, brother, cousin, Aunt) would you still have them in your life? What boundaries would you set? Who do you now get to become?

By taking away the labels and expectations you can see the person more clearly, you can see yourself more

clearly.You can humanise the experience and perception of events to allow empathy to yourself and, possibly, to them.

By dancing through these steps, you get to observe what comes up and comes to mind, it can help you see things from a different perspective. You now get to give the story you are telling yourself another meaning, a more helpful and empowering meaning. It helps you to detach yourself from an old unhelpful story you were telling yourself, it helps you to see the multigenerational unhelpful and sometimes dysfunctional family patterns and dynamics.

You now get to express empathy, compassion and forgiveness to yourself for all you have experienced, for all the disempowering beliefs, thoughts, behaviours and patterns. For all the internal shame and guilt, you have put on yourself, you get to forgive and learn to love yourself more. You get to unearth your inner peace. Your inner peace is your gift to you, the gift of accepting where you are now with the wisdom of your strengths and resources that your experiences gave you. You give yourselves the ability to relax and enjoy this time of year on your terms.

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SHOULD YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION BE TO ENSURE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF YOU AND YOUR EMPLOYEES? Many businesses may have a reasonable handle on this, but the best systems in the world can be undone if the key elements are not effectively documented. How do you adequately substantiate that you have effective systems in place and that they are working? How can you measure and improve? How do you defend yourself when an employee has hurt themselves because of behaviours that are outside those that you have implemented? How can you see the competencies of employees? How can you determine when upgrades and additional training are required?

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

By Mark Felton

As a business owner and employer, it is your responsibility to ensure the health and safety of your employees within your workplace. This includes providing your team with a safe work environment and protection from hazards. You can achieve this by understanding your obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) laws and by complying with them.

workplace. This includes providing your team with a safe work environment and protection from hazards. You can achieve this by understanding your obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) laws and by complying with them.

The law requires employers to eliminate risks so far as is reasonably practicable.

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The law requires employers to eliminate risks so far as is reasonably practicable.

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the likelihood of the hazard or risk occurring, the harm that would result from the hazard or risk, what a person knows (or should know) about the hazard or risk, and ways to eliminate or reduce it, availability and suitability of ways to eliminate or reduce the hazard or risk, cost of eliminating or reducing the hazard or risk.

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the likelihood of the hazard or risk occurring, the harm that would result from the hazard or risk, what a person knows (or should know) about the hazard or risk, and ways to eliminate or reduce it, availability and suitability of ways to eliminate or reduce the hazard or risk, cost of eliminating or reducing the hazard or risk.

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sharing relevant information about Health and Safety, as well as welfare with employees, providing opportunities for workers to express their views, allocating sufficient time for the resolution of Health and Safety issues, demonstrating that workers’ views are valued and taken into account.

As a business owner, are you confident that you do not have shortfalls in your efforts to keep your workers healthy and safe? Do you have an understanding of your responsibility to ensure the safety of your employees? Are you confident that you can provide a safe work environment and comply with OHS laws?

Do you believe that you are effective in carrying out risk assessments, employee consultation and providing training? Do you regularly review these measures to ensure that they remain fit for purpose and keep you and your employees healthy and safe? Why not make a New Year’s resolution to get your house in order?

At Beaumont Advisory we assist business owners clarify what they currently have in place, as well as where there are shortfalls. We then assist in developing effective systems and documentation, working with businesses to ensure effective implementation.

Checks are put in place to monitor ongoing effectiveness, to ensure that going forward, they are sound and comply with the Act, and most importantly keep you and your employees informed, and healthy and safe. Please feel free to contact me, Mark Felton, at Beaumont Advisory on 0411 951 372 or mfelton@ beaumontlawyers.com.au for an obligation and cost-free initial discussion.

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Setting Realistic Goals for a Great Year NATUROPATH

By Kathryn Messenger

As we find ourselves in 2024, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past and look ahead to a fresh start. One of the most meaningful gifts you can give yourself is the commitment to a healthier and more fulfilling life. Along with the common goal of weight loss, think about embracing a lifestyle that nurtures your well-being. So, let's embark on this journey together, with a positive mindset.

Define Your Why Understanding the reasons behind your health goals is essential for long-term success. Ask yourself why these goals matter to you. It could be improving your energy levels, reducing stress, longevity, or simply feeling more confident in your own skin. Your "why" will be your anchor during challenging times, reminding you of the greater purpose behind your journey.

Set Realistic and Sustainable Goals While aiming high is commendable, it's crucial to set goals that are both achievable and sustainable. Break down larger objectives into smaller,

manageable steps. This not only makes your journey less overwhelming but also allows you to celebrate small victories along the way. Remember, progress, no matter how small, is still progress.

Focus on Holistic Wellness Consider setting goals that encompass various aspects of your well-being.

This includes physical, mental, and emotional health. Incorporate activities that bring you joy, whether it's practicing mindfulness, spending time in nature, or engaging in activities that fuel your passions.

Create a Support System You don't have to go on this journey alone.

Share your health goals with friends, family, or join a community with similar aspirations. Having a support system not only provides encouragement but also accountability. Surround yourself with positivity and individuals who uplift and inspire you.

that’s the case, I think that so many weight loss diets have failed you. They give great results for a few weeks, then you plateau, and find yourself hungry, so you stop. What if there was a way where food was really satisfying along the way? I’m not promising rainbows and unicorns here, there will be some temptations you will have to say no to, but it will be sustainable long term.

As you step into the New Year, remember that your health journey is a personal and evolving adventure. Embrace it with the belief that you are capable of positive change. Here's to a healthier and happier you in the coming year!

Kathryn Messenger BHSc (Naturopathy) kathryn@wholenaturopathy.com.au Suite 1 53/1880 Ferntree Gully Rd Mountain Gate Shopping Centre Ferntree Gully, Victoria

Weight loss Losing weight is a common goal, but maybe you feel like you’ve tried that before and failed. I’m not convinced

This advice is general in nature and not intended to be prescriptive. For individualised prescriptive advice, please see a naturopath or other health care practitioner.

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Do I really need bug spray around my house and garden?

NATURE & CONSERVATION

Daddy Long Legs spider.

Image courtesy of Australian Museum

By Liz Sanzaro

Have you seen these inside you home?

They are called lawn shrimp are not insects but amphipods related to true shrimp. They are about 5mm long with seven pairs of legs.

Ladybird larvae Eggs While this looks quite creepy, it devours aphids and then matures into the superb lady bug.

If you are game enough to leave the Daddy Long Legs to take up residence in the corners of your room you will find their web contains lots of tiny insects almost too small to see, but they have come into your house too. Along with flies, moths (that eat your clothes) and mosquitos, these are very helpful in your home and better than insecticide sprays which are toxic chemicals.

Nature takes care of itself if you let it.

These outbreaks are triggered by lots of heavy rain. no surprise that this year is a bumper year for lawn shrimp.

They do no harm in the garden, living amongst and digesting leaf mould in your garden. While alive they are, pale brown to greenish brown, but turn pink when dead, they flip or jump when you disturb them in the garden and if conditions are right for procreation, they will appear by the thousands all at once for a couple days. Like all insects, there is a place for them in the environment.

When the rain is too much, their bodies begin absorbing too much moisture, and they have to get away from it, which is when you find them inside your house.

Earthworms do this too when it floods seeking higher, not so sodden ground.

Sadly, with the foods recently in Qld, many of these insects will have been drowned, so food for bird life will be scarce, especially for Magpies and other ground foraging birds that live predominantly on underground insects and worms. These incidents of extreme climate events are cause for concern, not only for us humans, but for the loss of diversity to sustain other wildlife.

The common wardrobe moth which eats cotton, silk and wool most commonly, can be deterred by using cedar wood shavings, that gives off a nice smell, but the moths do not like it, also use lavender and cloves for the same effect.

Outside you may have seen these eggs on stick like threads, these are the eggs of the lacewing

once hatched they look like this. In your garden they are beneficial, eating scale, aphids and whitefly, keeping your plants healthy. Another interesting larvae that bears no resemblance to the adult is the larvae of the lady bird.

consuming an aphid colony Once mature they eat aphids nectar and pollen. Making them great pollinators for your vegetable plants and a natural pest control insect. Like the red ones, both hibernate over winter hiding in pine cones or other tight safe places in the garden before emerging and laying eggs.

Hoping you have some warm weather over the holiday period, when you can investigate your garden to see what beneficial insects are sharing your garden.

Liz Sanzaro

President of Croydon Conservation Society liz@sanzaro.com | www.croydonconservation.org. au

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WORKING TOGETHER

Ever wondered how many sporting clubs there are in the City of Maroondah.

Football, Cricket, Basketball, Tennis, Netball, Lawn Bowls – the list goes on and on.

And guess what – all clubs are seeking to increase their membership, increase the number of participating players, increase their revenue streams through sponsorship, social activities, membership fees – just to name a few.

Just picture it – dozens of sporting club representatives trying to attract new sponsors, retain existing sponsors and creating benefits to showcase the reasons why companies should become a sponsor.

Maybe it’s time to consider working together – time for non-competing sporting clubs to consider how they

can develop alliances that will assist in attracting new members, encourage sponsors to promote their products and services to more than one club and to give people the opportunity to take up a sport that may be more suitable to their skills. consider?

Like many clubs some people decide that after giving it a try a particular sport may not be to their liking and they drop out. Where do they turn to? What other sport can they With sporting clubs working together it may open up new sporting challenges and provide opportunities for people to seek another club and take up a different sporting code.

Just think about the benefits that a potential sponsor could receive if their business was promoted

by more than one sporting club.

Attractive sponsorship rates, a wider variety of sponsorship benefits, a larger target market and the potential for greater participation with club members.

Working together the non-competing clubs would be in a position to hold combined membership drives, conduct open days and undertake joint promotional activities.

Think it has merit – think your club could be interested?

The Ringwood Bowls Club is ready to look at working together with other sporting clubs and is keen to get the ball rolling.

All it takes is a phone call and an initial meeting to discuss what needs to be done and how to go about it.

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2024 TAX UPDATES Small Business Energy Incentive to Become Law Businesses with an aggregated turnover of less than $50 million will be entitled to a 20% deduction for expenditure that supports electrification and more efficient use of energy.

This bonus deduction will be available for expenditure incurred from 1 July 2023 until 30 June 2024.

The additional deduction will be available for eligible expenditure of up to $100,000 and is therefore capped at $20,000 for each business.

Announcement(2-May-2023) Consultation(4-Jul-2023) Introduced(13-Sep-2023) Passed Royal Assent

The temporary measure will apply to eligible assets or upgrades first used or installed ready for use between

Date of effect

1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024.

A Bill proposing this measure has been introduced in the parliament and awaits approval.

Small Business Instant Asset Write-off — deduction Threshold Set to Increase A Bill proposing to increase the instant asset write off threshold in Div 328 of ITAA 1997 from $1,000 to $20,000 has been introduced in the Parliament. Originally announced in the 2023 Federal Budget, the increased threshold applies from 1 July 2023, and once enacted, small businesses with aggregated turnover of less than $10 million can immediately deduct the full cost of eligible assets.

Announcement(9-May-2023) Consultation Introduced(13-Sep-2023)

This proposed measure applies to the cost of eligible depreciating assets, second element costs and

Passed

general small business pools.

Royal Assent Date of effect

Eligible assets must be first used or installed ready for use between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024, and the write-off applies on a per asset basis.

ATO finalises guidance on the deductibility of costs relating to holding vacant land From 1 July 2019 onwards, s 26-102(1) of ITAA 1997 denies certain taxpayers a deduction for expenses relating to holding vacant land. This also extends to vacant land on which there is no substantial and permanent structure in use or available for use.

Announcement(27-Sep-2023)

The finalised Taxation Ruling TR 2023/3 provides the ATO’s view on when there is a substantial structure on land or the land is used in carrying on a business, and the deductibility of expenses relating to holding such

Consultation period Released

land. This tax ruling applies to individuals, SMSF trustees, private trusts and partnerships comprising any of these, but not to companies and managed investment trusts.

Payday super - commencement of consultation process As part of the 2023–24 Federal Budget, the government announced the introduction of “payday super”.

Aiming to provide better retirement outcomes for employees, from 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay their employees super at the same time as their salary and wages.

This measure aims to increase transparency for employees as well as increase early deduction and compliance actions by the ATO for any unpaid superannuation entitlements.

Announcement(24-Jan-2023) Consultation(9-May-2023) Introduced(13-Sep-2023) Passed

Increased payment frequency of superannuation will also provide additional time in the superannuation fund for employees to benefit from compounding returns.

The Treasury commenced consultation for this measure on 9 October 2023 to receive feedback from industry groups and stakeholders.

Royal Assent Date of effect

2024 TAX UPDATES Update on NALI Amendments for SMSF General Expenses The non-arm’s length income (NALI) measure announced by the Coalition government in 2022 will be amended to provide greater certainty to taxpayers.

Announcement(2-May-2023)

The intention of the proposal is to include a factor-based approach for trustees to be able to adequately calculate the amount of SMSF income that is NALI income. This factor-based approach applies to a situation where general expenses of the fund are not at arm’s length amounts.

Consultation(9-Oct-2023) Introduced Passed Royal Assent Date of effect

The factor-based approach would apply to general fund expenses incurred after 1 July 2023.

ATO provides guidance on depreciation of composite items The ATO has released guidance on whether an asset that is made up of a number of components (a composite item) is itself a depreciating asset, or whether one or more of its components are separate depreciating assets.

The Draft Taxation Ruling TR 2023/D2 provides the Commissioner’s view on identifying the relevant

Announcement(3-Oct-2023)

depreciating asset and hence its effective life and depreciation rate for the purposes of Div 40 of ITAA 1997.

Consultation period

Guiding principles have also been provided to help ascertain the level of “interest in the underlying asset”

Released

and apply the decline in value provisions for the purposes of s 40-35.

This Ruling does not address Div 43, which provides deductions for certain capital works expenditure.

Off-market share buy-back legislation passed by Parliament Legislation amending off-market share buy back provisions for listed public companies has been passed by the Parliament and awaits royal assent. This measure, once enacted, will align the tax treatment of offmarket share buy-backs and on-market share buy-backs.

An on-market buy-back generally happens if the share is listed on a stock exchange and the buy-back

Announcement(17-Nov-2022)

transition occurs through the stock exchange. Any other type of buy-back is considered an off-market

Consultation(17-Nov-2022)

buy-back. This measure will ensure that the buy-back price does not include any dividend payments (potentially frankable) when a listed public company conducts an off-market share buy-back of shares or non-share equity interests. It will bridge the capital benefit gap created by franking credit offsets received

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by shareholders.

This measure excludes off-market share buy-backs undertaken by private companies and companies that are listed on a stock exchange but are not widely held.

Non-commercial losses and the Commissioner’s safe harbour extended Sole traders and partners in a partnership may be able to utilise a safe harbour to deduct non-commercial losses against other assessable income.

The PCG bypasses the Commissioner’s discretion under the non-commercial loss rules, where a business

Announcement(11-May-2022)

has been directly affected by floods, bushfires or the COVID-19 pandemic.

Consultation period(21-Jun-2022) Released(14-Sep-2022)

The business will be required to show necessary evidence to support using the safe harbour.

The safe harbour applies for the 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23 and 2023–2024 income years.

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Maroondah Council News

JANUARY 2024

New species added to Maroondah’s biodiversity database 36 new species have been added to Maroondah’s database of local biodiversity thanks to our community’s efforts in the 2023 Great Southern Bioblitz.

The Great Southern Bioblitz is part of a global movement to encourage everyday people to practice citizen science all whilst enjoying their nearby natural areas.

This year’s observations tallied over 217,767, capturing a range of biodiversity across the southern hemisphere during spring.

During the four-day challenge period, from 24 November to 27 November, a total of 592 observations were made in Maroondah of 284 different species, with local nature-lovers uploading their photos of wild plants, animals and fungi using the free iNaturalist mobile app.

Of the 13 Melbourne metropolitan Councils that took part, Maroondah ranked 5th for the most species observed

and 8th for the most observations made, with 34 people making observations in Maroondah this year.

Mayor of Maroondah, Councillor Kylie Spears, said the data collected will help benefit our local environment and the wider community.

“It was fantastic to see even more observers taking part in this year’s Great Southern Bioblitz. Whether you made observations through Council’s Nature Discovery activities or in your own backyard, your observations will make a difference,” Cr Spears said.

“It was also exciting to see 36 new species added to Maroondah’s observations this year. These will join the growing database we have of Maroondah’s stunning biodiversity, which will help Council and local environmentalists, scientists and land managers better manage and protect it.”

In Maroondah, the commonly observed

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included the Common Brown Butterfly, Pacific Black Duck, Australian Magpie and Prickly Currant-Bush. There were, however, a few unusual sightings too.

These included the nationally endangered Gang-gang Cockatoo, seen in Croydon North, and the nationally vulnerable Grey-headed Flying Fox, which was seen in Heathmont.

Other noteworthy sightings included the White-lipped Snake and a species of Burnet Moth, both seen in Kilsyth South.

These observations serve as a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting our natural environment for the benefit of these unique and vulnerable creatures.

You can view Maroondah’s database on iNaturalist.

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To stay in touch with Maroondah’s involvement in future citizen science events, visit Council’s Discovering Nature page.

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Council Funded Library Program Every fortnight, you will have the opportunity to visit Croydon Library and enjoy the large collection of books, prints, biographies, newspapers, magazines, DVD’s & CD’s which are brought to the group in the Glen Frost Room where you can have a chat and some morning tea while choosing what you wish to take home.

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