The Weekly Times - 25th March 2020

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Wednesday March 25, 2020

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SAVE OUR HERITAGE CENTRE

Two Ryde Councillors moved at last night’s Ryde Council meeting to heritage list the current vacated Ryde Civic Centre administrative building claiming the building was exited in a rort by a previous administration.

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Coronavirus upsets Citizenship Ceremony A citizenship ceremony fiasco and a webcast bungle has marked a shaky start to City of Ryde’s response to the coronavirus threat with some Councillors blaming lack of transparency in staff communications with Council colleagues.

Four of the protesting Councillors Sarkis Yedelian OAM, Trenton Brown, Jordan Lane and Roy Maggio are pictured l to r with a national flag saying the citizenship ceremony was a disgrace with no national anthem, no warm handshake of welcome by the Mayor and no taking photos allowed.

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INSIDE This Week

Cathie’s Column................................................. 2 Letters to Editor.................................................. 4 HUNTERS HILL Feature.................................... 5 Ryde City Council ........................................... 6,7 Parramatta News................................................ 8 Health & Beauty.................................................. 9 North Ryde RSL.......................................... 10, 11 HANDY PHONE GUIDE...............................12-16 Clubs & Sport...............................................18-20

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CORONAVIRUS IS the word on everybody’s lips today and hopefully not on our bodies if we are lucky. Please take all the health warnings seriously and try and keep out of harms way. Hopefully we will all survive and come out the other side safely. Good luck and good health to all.

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WIN! with TWT!

Faulty Towers coming to The Ranch Hotel

Win one of 2 Double Passes

With only 12 episodes of madcap British television comedy, Fawlty Towers, was broadcast on the BBC more than 40 years ago and since then it has grown a life of its own.

Now the hilarious escapades of Basil Fawlty, an intolerant and rude hotel manager constantly under verbal attack from his unhelpful wife Sybil and hindered by the incompetent Spanish waiter Manuel, can be enjoyed at one special dinner event at The Ranch Hotel.

Watch this space for a chance to Win one of two Double Passes to the dinner and show. Originally scheduled for April 17, the event is expected to be postponed due to recent restrictions placed on venues in response to the covid-19 outbreak.

New details will be advised when a decision is made on the date, or if it is to proceed as scheduled.

The Faulty Towers

Let the Easter Show come to you!

Coronavirus pandemic has affected all our lives and community activities

All our lives have been turned upside down as a result of this dreaded coronavirus scourge which is currently raging in many parts of the world and creating havoc in the community.

Nobody is immune from its effects on family and community life with lockdowns and clubs, pubs and meeting places closed by order of the State and Federal authorities.

Most of our community notices and informations this week are about cancellations and postponements rather than the usual numerous events, celebrations and meetings to be held.

Please read and take notice of all the warnings and notices of health care to ensure your safety and survive this period of uncertainty.

We look forward to your company next week and the days ahead.

Amy Wolken’s bold cut for cancer

dinner show offering has become a top attraction of London’s theatre scene since 2012 and worldwide for more than 22 years.

Chaos reigns right from the start as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve a 3-course

meal along with barrel loads of laughs in an irresistible blend of top-flight improvisation and tight theatrical script.

For enquiries, call The Ranch Hotel on 98872411 - or go to www.theranch.com. au

RIVERSIDE GIRLS HIGH student Amy Wolken (pictured) this week shaved her hair to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation.

“A couple of days ago, on March 17, I shaved my head for the World’s Greatest Shave to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation,” she said.

“In other words, I took a BALD step to SHAVE the world from blood cancer!

“I also donated my hair to be made into a wig for people experiencing hair loss as a result of cancer treatment.”

Amy Wolken said she had raised almost $6,000.

“Every day 42 Australians are diagnosed with blood cancer and another 20 lose their lives to it.

“I want to reach members of our community who might like to help out with this

Secret Garden Your Chamber of Postponed Commerce Meets

After very careful consideration the Australian theatrical release of THE SECRET GARDEN has been postponed. This decision is in the interest of everybody’s health and safety in this potentially high-risk period.All TWT readers who have applied for one of the 10 Double Passes will remain in the draw for the tickets when a new release date is advised.

Joubert Singers Postponed

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Unfortunately the concert has become another casualty of COVID-19.

We have had to postpone the April 5 concert until it is safe. Please apologise on our behalf to any winners of the ticket giveaway. TWT winners of double passes will be able to use their complimentary tickets when the concert is rescheduled.

EPPING: Chamber enquiries President Tony Hackett 9869-8900; 0418 413 226 or secretary Betty Ockerlander 88765888.

EASTWOOD: Meet second Monday each month.

Enquiries president Vic Tagg 0412 369 510 or secretary Steve Colquhoun 9874-0221.

GLADESVILLE: Enquiries President Max McFarlane email: max.mcfarlane@skywardfinancial. com WEST RYDE: Enquiries President Nora Etmekdjian 0417 699 955.

DRUMMOYNE: Meet first Wednesday each month. Enquiries Secretary Alex Elliott 0438 774 323 or Vice President Paul Harcombe 0438 089 900.

RIVERSIDE BUSINESS CHAMBER: Enquiries Helen Crouch or Mark Kimber 9952-8498 or RiversideChamber.com.au

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Orchestra Postponed

Unfortunately due to the current COVID-19 outbreak the concert to be held on Sunday March 29 has been postponed.

TWT readers who have entered our competition to win Double Passes to this event will remain in our draw until the concert is rescheduled.

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PUTNEY IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Why not check out one or all of the following: BUTCHER’S BOUTIQUE Finest meats available.

Open 8.00am till 6.00pm.

Saturday 7.00am till 2.00pm.

86 A Charles St. Owners: Robbi and Barbara Tionville Ph: 9807 8434 URBAN FRESH Home delivery service.

Fresh food daily. Open 7.00 am to 6.00 pm daily. 2/88 Charles St. Owner: Michael Aglio. Ph: 9807 2541 REVERIE Gift and Homewares – www.reveriehomeandgifts. com.au Open 10am – 5.00pm Monday; Tuesday to Friday 9.30 to 5.00; Saturday 9.30 to 3.00. 1/86 Charles St. Ph: 8021 6314.

PETALS OF PUTNEY Special: $50 bunch of beautiful flowers – local delivery. Shop online. Open 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday; 8.30am to 1.00pm Saturday; Owner: Wendy Davidson. 80A Charles St Ph: 9807 4323. www.petalsofputney.com.au

Pictured is Doreen and Club President Mary Sullivan Doreen Smith received her Life Membership award ate the recent Ryde Ladies Probus AGM. Ryde Ladies Probus is a small friendly Club and every member values this association.

We promote the motto of Probus, Fun, Friendship and Fellowship.

Even though we are a small club we have many activities including monthly outings, guest speakers, film mornings and lunches.

We meet at the Ryde/Eastwood Leagues Club on the 2nd Monday of the month at 10.30 am. Enquires 9874 5088.

Help Save a Life!

The Organ Donor Register Program is a Good Turn Project of the St George’s Guilds of Former Scouts & Guides

Celebrating 110 years of Scouting in Australia in 2018 and 107 years of Guiding

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Showbags are uniquely Australian and have been bringing joy to families for over 50 years. Chicane Showbags has been involved with the Sydney Royal Easter Show for 20 years, providing Australia’s favourite showbags, including the much loved Bertie Beatle bag.

Emily Williams, Co-Owner of Chicane Showbags, says she was devastated to hear the sad news that the Show won’t be going ahead this year. “The Sydney Easter Show is the largest event on our calendar and we have been planning for the last 12 months. We were so excited to bring our best range of showbags ever to the Show. While this is a huge blow for our small business, we understand the health of Australians is the most important thing.”

“We are pleased to announce however that we have been working furiously to prepare our warehouse to despatch showbags and our full range is now available online. You may have missed out on the Easter Show, but you can still get your showbags – delivered to direct your door!” continued Ms Williams.

Over 65 showbags will be available online so please support Australian business and buy atwww. showbagshop.com.au from today and all through Easter.

“Like many small Australian businesses, we are doing what we can to adapt to the current situation. We hope that we can still deliver a little bit of joy to Australian families over the coming weeks during these uncertain times,” finished Ms Williams.

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Dearest Patrons,

To meet us at our national headquarters historic “Addington” 813 Victoria Road, Ryde for a time of fun and fellowship:

Your health and well being is of immense importance to us, as such, our concert scheduled for the 29th of March 2020 will be postponed until further notice.

For those who have already purchased tickets, we shall retain your information and honour these entries once we are able to resume activity.

In any case, should you have any questions, email us at info@rhhso.org.au Stay safe, all our love, Team RHHSO xo

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National Guildmaster John F Booth AM 9807 6666, PO Box 123 Ryde 1680 Email: johnfb@weeklytimes.com.au • www.weeklytimes.com.au

Eastwood fights back!

Small businesses stand together against the virus

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COMPASSIONATE EASTWOOD will not be beaten by the virus and is fighting back.

A new group was established by the Chinese speaking community in Eastwood this week to help closed small business through the delivery of essential goods and medicines to the owners and to other people in need.

The Survival Alliance group was founded by Eastwood’s Jessie Lin and other community leaders with the support of local restaurants and other businesses with advice from Eastwood based Clr Simon Zhou.

The first deliveries of essential goods began this week, Ms Lin told The Weekly Times.

“Now, the COVID-19 is getting worse we hope we can help more small business owners and the peo-

ple who are afraid of the virus, to get better solutions and more confidence to fight this virus,” Ms Lin said.

“Our aim is to help these small business owners to get through this tough time together and our very first step is to help those people who are self-quarantined at home.

“For example, buying groceries together to get free delivery for those living in the local community.

“The restaurant owners will provide take away and free home delivery services, to reduce the risks of getting affected.

“Because of the help from Simon Zhou we can also educate people about how to

protect yourself by using Chinese herbal medicine.”

The Survival Alliance is a non-profit organisation that relies on local donations.

“Due to the travel ban, lots of small businesses in Eastwood have been impacted and are trapped in a very tough situation.

“Lots of international students could not come back to study and left empty restaurants and vacant accommodations.

“Travel agents lost their jobs and other businesses are really trying hard to survive.

“We hope we can do more to help the local community.”

The compassionate action by the Survival Alliance comes at a time when many char-

ities – including St Vinnies - have postponed home visits.

“Many of our members are aged over 60 and most companions are living with existing health issues,” St Vincent de Paul Society National Council President, Claire Victory said.

“Both groups are at higher risk of serious consequences should they become infected.

“As a result, all home-based visitations will cease until further notice from the National Council.

“Visitation will now occur at the discretion of the conference presidents and must take place by telephone or web-based care and support, or at a Vinnies shop or other facility.”

JB’s World

with family and friends.

Marjorie and Walter Gaffney will celebrate 65 years wedded bliss tomorrow. *** HARUE BENDALL mum of Balmain Tigers Denis Bendall celebrates a special milestone Friday turning a Big Golden 91 and is still a big Tigers fan, and what a year to celebrate!

JB cousin Pam Eakin Michie formerly of Cootamundra also celebrates Friday on the South Coast.

Saturday it’s the turn of former TWT office manager June D’Arcy who will celebrate without her devoted and loving hubby Cec who passed away just over a year

ago. However she still has her daughter Jackie and her better half Brian to party with and I will catch up too Junie.

Lillian Williamson of Epping celebrated her centenary plus one this time last year while Terry Kerim faces 64 candles on his cake.

Terry Townsend of North Ryde and former TWT team member faces 73 candles on his birthday cake Sunday. How’s the golf Terry?

Adrian Hallett of Ryde Rotary fame faces 69 candles on his cake Monday.

Jack Wei of Financial Genius celebrates Tuesday while Loraine Carrroll celebrates next Wednesday..

Happy daze all.

ROSE ROCCA better half of Ross Rocca Snr of Midway Shopping Centre fame heads his Week’s Birthday Honours list celebrating today with family and friends same day as JB cousin Kathy Norris Morton celebrating 69 at Lake Albert near Wagga Wagga.

JB Goddaughter Lesley Margaret Beaton Allen will face 61 candles on her birthday cake tomorrow Thursday up in Bananaland.

Jane Margaret Lovett daughter of JB cousin Chris Lovett and better half Margaret will be celebrating 47 tomorrow

*** PETER FYFFE hubby of JB cousin and Goddaughter Adele Buckland Fyffe of West Pennant Hills celebrates Sunday with family of JB Godson Nathan Stanley Wilberforce, Lucas John and Abbey Patricia same day as Jaye Louise Gardner Homan parties with hubby Peter and clan.

BUMPER STICKER: A good wife always forgives her husband when she’s wrong! *** -Keep Smiling!

-JOHN F BOOTH

Transport for NSW

Extended weekday clearways on Blaxland Road between Devlin Street, Ryde and Epping Road, Epping Transport for NSW will install extended clearways on Blaxland Road between Devlin Street, Ryde and Epping Road, Epping to ease congestion and to improve journey reliability and safety.

Survival Alliance members make deliveries in Eastwood this week. TWT on-the-spot PHOTO

Important Message about Coronavirus Dear neighbour You may be feeling quite vulnerable and uncertain right now as we respond to this temporary global coronavirus pandemic. Information seems to be changing daily, with some confusion prevailing.

If we don’t slow the spread of this virus, our health system will be overwhelmed within weeks. If this happens, many people of all ages will die. This is what is happening right now in Italy and elsewhere.

That is why we have acted to limit people’s engagement with each other.

These decisions are already having terrible economic repercussions, seeing the lines outside Centrelink this week has broken all our hearts.

This week in Parliament all political parties united and passed massive new stimulus programs to respond to the economic impacts of our coronavirus fighting efforts.

Information on our economic response to the coronavirus: www.treasury.gov.au/ coronavirus WARNING: All these sacrifices will be for nothing if people don’t do their part.

Please don’t be an unwitting spreader of the virus by not following personal hygiene, social distancing and other guidelines. Information: www.health.gov.au/resources Senior citizens are most at-risk. The older a patient is, the higher the death rate.

Especially in countries where the health system is overwhelmed.

So, I especially recommend senior citizens exercise extreme social distancing, or even isolation, in an effort to avoid catching this terrible virus.

A comprehensive factsheet for older Australians: www.health.gov.au/resources/ publications/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-older-australians Seniors (or anyone) in self-isolation: Ask your family, friends or neighbours for support.

They will say: “Yes, what can I do?!”

If you can’t for whatever reason get support, please contact me and I will connect you with a supportive neighbour willing to help – such as run errands, grab shopping or make a friendly phone call.

The coming months will be the challenge of our lives, together we can rise to it, defeat it, and enjoy a brighter future.

Call me with any questions, yours sincerely – John

The extended clearways will operate in both directions from: • 6am to 10am and 3pm to 7pm on weekdays.

The extended clearways will be in place from Monday 6 April 2020. Any vehicle parked in the clearways on or after this date risks being fined and towed.

More information can be found at www.rms.nsw.gov.au/clearways For more information call: 1300 706 232, email: clearways@rms.nsw.gov.au or visit: rms.nsw.gov.au/clearways

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Other existing parking restrictions on Blaxland Road will continue to operate outside the clearway times.

32 Beecroft Road, Epping 2121 9869 4288 John.Alexander.MP@aph.gov.au www.johnalexander.net.au John Alexander MP Authorised by John Alexander MP, Liberal Party of Australia, 32 Beecroft Rd Epping NSW 2121

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Letters to the Editor Leadership in times of need Dear Sir, I know times are strange and I understand that some of our residents are scared.

I want you to know that I will keep you informed of what I know as I know it. When Council have to change our services, I’ll update you.

When health advice changes, I’ll let you know as soon as I do.

The situation is fluid and things are changing fast, but know there are systems that work and that the people in charge, from the Prime Minister to the Premier, are doing their best.

As you know I don’t agree with all their decisions, but they’re the ones who we chose to put in charge and they also need our support.

I think our community is also looking for leadership and you have my commitment to support and represent you all in the City of Ryde.

Leadership can also be even more local and I ask you all to take up this commitment.

You can be a leader amongst your friends by downsizing or cancelling that party you were going to host, or by encouraging your mates to order take away from your favourite restaurant, instead of eating there.

You can be a leader at home by teaching your kids how to wash their hands, and teaching them how to be kind and support each other.

At the shops, you can be a leader by buying 2 of something instead of 10, and by reaching out to people who may be in need (from a safe distance of course).

At work, you can be a lead-

er by changing that face to face catch up and meeting over the phone or via video and by purchasing from local businesses in any way you can.

In times like these, it’s impossible for one leader to lead the country. Everyone needs to be a leader, and I’d encourage you all to be that person.

Please take precautions, stay at home wherever you can, stop hoarding, and look after one another.

If you’ve got symptoms, seek medical advice and if instructed to self-isolate, do it. In fact, self isolate better than anyone else.

If you know someone that has lost their job or is doing it tough, reach out and support them anyway you can.

Visit the NSW Health and City of Ryde websites for latest official updates.

I’d be wary of rumours and posts and “I’ve heard.” Rumours will cause panic and endanger lives.

Lastly, take care of one another. Whatever this is, it’s temporary. Our army of local leaders will help us get through this together.

Clr JEROME LAXALE Mayor City of Ryde

Catastrophic virus knows no borders

Dear Sir, The corona virus gripping the world knows no borders. It is a catastrophe that does not discriminate.

It is not only our precious elderly who are at risk.

Many people’s lives, travel, social interacting and habits will change forever.

How did it come to this?

The Chinese communist

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government has a lot to answer for.

It was 2002/2003 when the similar SARS epidemic first reared its ugly head.

That also started in China.

Experts agree that it was also transmitted from animals to humans through butchering/consumption.

Once that became undisputedly clear the Chinese authorities should have shut down and banned all so called “wet markets” where poor live animals from bats to rats were sold for human consumption.

The Chinese authorities should have made it a serious offence punishable by jail terms for any one selling or consuming these diseased or endangered animals.

It is my belief that had the Chinese government taken stern action at that time to curb theses filthy, and vile practices none of this would have occurred.

The Chinese government should be held liable for its neglect otherwise there could be another epidemic around the corner.

TONY IKONOMOU Hunters Hill

Road widening a first priority Dear Sir, You have to wonder what universe Mayor Laxale and his Labor cronies at Ryde Council are in, when they think about

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spending $10 million dollars on a cycleway in Pittwater Road between Victoria Road and Epping Road, when that road has needed widening to 3 or 4 lanes for 20 years.

Surely it would have been a better proposition to widen the road and incorporate a bicycle lane, as those who have waited in a 1 Km line of traffic in the mornings and evenings will surely attest too.

With council elections coming in September, register your vote against this sort of stupidity.

GERRY MANDERSON Gladesville

Ryde Councillors conduct criticised

Dear Sir, I write to alert you to the disgraceful and irresponsible behaviour of five Councillors at last Tuesday (March 17) evening’s Extraordinary Council Meeting.

After we had dealt with the evening’s business the Deputy Mayor, Councillor Simon Zhou, stood with a matter of urgency. He was wanting Council to send a letter on behalf of Ryde’s Chinese community, and with the support of Eastwood’s Korean community, to the Prime Minister urging him to take stronger action to defeat the spread of COVID19.

It should be noted that many of Ryde’s Chinese residents have direct family connections to the city of Wuhan and the Hubei province, and therefore have firsthand experience of the virus’s devastating power and understand the need for quick decisive action by authorities.

But as soon as Clr Zhou began speaking on the motion, Councillors Yedelian, Brown, Lane and Moujalli packed up and left the meeting.

As there were only eleven councillors attending the meeting that night, this left us with a quorum of seven councillors as required by the Code of Meeting Practice.

But then, after listening to Clr Zhou speak for perhaps thirty seconds, Councillor Kim also left. The meeting was now inquorate and unable to continue, leaving the very serious concerns of both the Chinese and Korean communities in Ryde ignored and unrepresented by Council. A slap in the face.

Councillors are elected on the promise that they will represent their constituents.

We receive a stipend from ratepayers. The least the community can expect of all councillors is that they attend General and Extraordinary Council meetings, that they listen to all concerns and information presented, and then, after debate and consideration, vote as they see correct.

Wilfully walking out of a meeting is an abnegation of their duties. This is not democratic representation. In truth, I have lost count of the number of times these same councillors have walked out of meetings over the last year.

The Extraordinary Meeting has been reconvened to late on Tuesday (March 24) evening. Will these councillors walk out yet again if Clr Zhou puts his motion of urgency a second time? Will they even be there?

Clr CHRISTOPHER GORDON Ryde City Council

Hunters Hill Guest Column Living in Hunters Hill in the 70s and 80s

I remember my first visit to Hunters Hill when I was a little girl, we had just returned to Australia from Italy.

I distinctly remember driving into this leafy suburb with tall trees and beautiful mansions in our beige Volvo Station Wagon. It was 1978 because I had just turned eight.

As we drove into Mayfield Avenue we were welcomed

by Uncle George (Dad’s younger brother). He was the cool Uncle driving all the flashy cars over the years from Convertible Mercedes Benz to Red Carrera Porsches.

We loved visiting Uncle George because we got to play with our cousins, there were so many of us together because five seperate families had moved into the area all related to one another either by blood or marriage. *** IN FACT I think most Italian families in Hunters Hill back in the 70s and 80s were either related or inter generational friends from the motherland.

All I can remember is that we were in paradise. My younger sister and brothers would often play on the Streets of Mayfield Ave either hitting a cricket bat, running, skipping or riding a bike.

Sometimes we’d go to Uncle Sam’s place just three doors down on the waterfront and play in the boat-shed and take the dinghy out onto the Harbour.

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with AURELIA-SOPHIA ROMAN It was a different time.

We were free range kids allowed to hang out with our cousins and friends during the week and have sleepovers over the weekend. Life was bliss.

In 1985 my parents finally bought their own home in Woolwich. We were so excited to be officially living in Hunters Hill and part of the Clan not just visitors anymore.

We bought an unusual house perched on a rock with 360 degree views of the Harbour. We loved that house because it was our home, even if it was run down and old and needing serious renovations.

So many fond memories, the one that I recall the most was the way we all entered the house because no one ever went through the front door.

Instead it was customary to walk on the side of the house, up the wooden stairs into the balcony and through the window of the TV room! It was hilarious, You’d never knew who was visiting because you’d see the leg first before the face. It could have been anyone a sibling, a friend, an Uncle or Aunt you just never knew. *** WHAT CAN I say ..... crazy Italians. I guess everyone knew that the window was always unlocked and the best way to get into

the house was through the window our unofficial entry door.

So many fond memories and as a family we immersed ourselves into the community, attended Church regularly and participated in many festivals.

I went to the local High school, Marist Sisters Woolwich, and my younger siblings went to Villa Maria.

I could go on and on and on but I just wanted to share with you what a wonderful childhood I had in Hunters Hill.

So much so I convinced my husband at the time to live in the area so my children could experience it too.

I’m proud to say my children are fourth generation Hunters Hillians and that is why I fought so hard to Save Hunters Hill from forced amalgamations.

It was a David and Goliath battle and we won.

That’s another story for another time, until then adios amigos.

AURELIA-SOPHIA ROMAN Current resident of Hunters Hill

Our Community Response to the virus

We find ourselves in an unprecedented situation, not only here in Hunters Hill, but across the nation and the globe, as all feel, if not directly, the flow-on effects from the COVID-19 pandemic.

It is at times like these that we see the strength and resilience of our tight-knit Hunters Hill community at its best, working together (albeit in many cases remotely) to support each other.

At Hunter’s Hill Council, our focus continues to be on keeping our community and our staff safe and informed.

We are taking proactive and precautionary steps to ensure that essential Council services can continue to be delivered during any COVID-19 outbreak.

We have a small workforce, so minimising risk to frontline workers is in the best interests of being able to maintain service delivery to the community.

Council is encouraging the community to use online and phone services, rather than visit the Customer Service Centre in Alexandra Street.

If you are out in the community, please remember to maintain a four-metre distance from others where possible, wash your hands and sneeze or cough in to a tissue or your elbow.

HUNTERS HILL HAPPENINGS with Mayor MARK BENNETT Most importantly, stay home if unwell.

Council is also working closely with our community allies to support those residents most in need.

Sydney Community Services is a central source for anyone in Hunters Hill or Lane Cove who either need to self-isolate or choose not to go outside if they worry they are at risk of being exposed to COVID-19.

The organisation is collecting donations for a Foodbank to supplement urgent food deliveries to vulnerable residents and has been putting together a database of people who are in isolation, as well as seeking volunteers who are able to help others who need emergency supplies, or even just give social contact through a phone link.

Sydney Community Services can be contacted via phone 9427 6425 or email support@ sydneycs.org.

Residents of Hunters Hill who are self-isolating and do not have support can also contact Council via email customerservice@ huntershill.nsw.gov.au or phone 9879 9400 for assistance with service provision.

As this situation is rapidly evolving, we

are providing regular updates in our local newspaper The Weekly Times, through our Council website, social media channels and electronic newsletters.

Go to www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/covid19 for relevant information as it comes to hand.

For more information on COVID-19, including updates, alerts and resources, please visit the COVID-19 page on the NSW Health website or the COVID-19 health alert page on the Federal Department of Health website.

Mark A. Bennett Mayor of Hunters Hill

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HUNTER’S HILL COUNCIL

HUNTER’S HILL COUNCIL

NOTIFICATION OF DEVELOPMENT CONSENTS In accordance with s101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 and Clause 124 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations 2000 the following Development Consents have been approved by Council for January 2020. Consents are available for inspection without charge during office hours at the Customer Service Centre, 22 Alexandra Street, Hunters Hill.

JANUARY 2020

Auburn Streets residents in Hunters Hill who got together for this Christmas Party and now supporting one another with shopping and other help. TWT on-the-spot PHOTO RESIDENTS in Auburn Street in Hunters Hill are among residents in many local streets getting together to support each other.

In a municipality known for being a close knit community, the Auburn Street residents are helping each other with shopping and other means of support as well as establishing email connections.

Resident Kate Gardiner told The Weekly Times the Auburn Street residents are living up to the expectations of National Neighbour Day, which is celebrated on March 29.

“From checking in on

neighbours to creating virtual social networks, communities in Hunters Hill are rallying to support each other,” she said.

“We are very community minded and we are feeling like we need each other more than anything now and are talking about how we can keep the social connection whilst keeping physical distance in the coming months.”

“There are a few people in Auburn Street that

are very outward-looking and see the importance of community and keeping our street connected.”

Kate said the spirit of Auburn Street can be found across Hunters Hill.

“And there are a lot of streets in Hunters Hill and Gladesville that have a street like ours,” she said.

“I know I have a community of people I could call on at the drop of a hat if I needed it.”

Electronic communica-

tion is a major way to keep in touch.

Through the Facebook group Shout Out, residents in Gladesville are reaching out to the local community for a helping hand.

The Shout Out Facebook provides links to people who are home alone and need groceries or help with errands.

Members are able to post messages either about what they need or what they are able to give.

Hunters Hill and Canada Bay placed under the holy patronage of Our Lady of Lourdes The Shrine at Lourdes, France, is dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, Patron of the Sick.

The Catholic Archbishop of Sydney Anthony Fisher OP also urged Christians to pray to Our Lady of Lourdes for victims of the new coronavirus and those most at risk of contracting the disease.

“We have sadly seen a number of people die from coronavirus here in Sydney,” he said.

“Let us entrust ourselves to the patroness of the sick Our Lady of Lourdes - as we pray for eternal life for them, consolation for their loved ones and healing for those who are ill at this time.

“Please also remember our health workers in your prayers.”

Hunters Hill’s largest annual religious procession – The Way of the Cross – was cancelled last week on the advice on Catholic, Anglican and other church authorities.

Archbishop Fisher noted that St Peter’s Basilica in Rome has now been closed and that Pope Francis r has called on the Church to pray for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic that has now killed thousands.

“We pray for the victims and their families, for health workers, and for the safety of those most at risk,” the archbishop said.

“As the government ramps up precautionary measures, we are likely to face various restrictions on the life of worship, but the Church is determined to play its part in keeping people safe and bringing them healthcare and pastoral care of the sick”.

The Archdiocese of Sydney has published its guidelines for coronavirus precautions on a dedicated page on its website sydneycatholic.org and will update the guidelines as new information becomes available.

It said individuals should “consider their own health, including any potential to infect others with a contagious disease, before attending a public liturgical celebration”.

Archbishop Fisher said that priests would continue to serve the sick, elderly and frail, including those suffering from the virus.

Clergy would continue to minister to the most vulnerable by “absolving and anointing the sick, distributing Holy Communion to them, blessing and praying with them”, the archbishop said.

Our Lady of Lourdes is regarded by Catholics and many other Christians as the Patron of the Sick after she appeared to St Bernadette at the Lourdes Grotto and is believed to have caused a spring of miraculous healing water to appear at the site.

Hunters Hill, the City of Canada Bay and other regions in the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney were dedicated to the patronage of Our Lady of Lourdes this week, in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.

DA NO.

PROPERTY

PROPOSAL

2018-1062Appeal

18 Le Vesinet Drive, Hunters Hill

Section 8.2 – Review of determination - demolition of the existing dwelling and the construction of a new two storey and basement dwelling plus landscaping

2019-1109

63 Downing Place, Gladesville

Removal of one (1) tree

2019-1140

Unit 4, 10 Elgin Street, Woolwich

Alterations & additions to existing residential unit

2019-1026

3 Hunter Street, Woolwich

Demolition of existing structures and construction of new two storey dwelling with basement parking and swimming pool

2019-1139

2 The Point Road, Woolwich

Removal of two (2) trees and pruning of three(3) tree

2019-1142

19 Mark Street, Hunters Hill

Removal of three (3) trees

2019-1145

2 Collingwood Street, Woolwich

Removal of one (1) tree

2016-1063-1

44 Prince Edward Street, Gladesville

Section 4.55 – Delete upper level addition as approved

2019-1082

1 Lyndhurst Crescent, Hunters Hill

Proposed alterations and additions to existing dwelling and swimming pool

2019-1122

20 Hillcrest Avenue, Hunters Hill

Two storey alterations and additions to residence at rear

50 Prince Edward Street, Gladesville

Section 4.55 – formalise construction alteration from the approved timber roof trusses to a conventional timber braced roof frame on the approved single storey rear addition

2004-1126-4

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Ryde passes emergency powers to deal with virus crisis

EMERGENCY powers were passed by the City of Ryde last week in the event that councillors are struck down with the COVID-19 coronavirus or council meetings are cancelled by state health authorities.

Last Tuesday night’s emergency meeting granted the emergency powers of delegated authority to Mayor Jerome Laxale and General Manager George Dedes despite concerns raised by Liberal councillors and Clr Dr Peter Kim that such powers could be open to political exploitation.

Liberals Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM, Clr Trenton Brown, Clr Chris Moujalli and Clr Jordan Lane voted against a motion - backed

by Mayor Laxale - to enact the powers.

In an exclusive interview with The Weekly Times, Mayor Laxale said the most likely scenario the powers would be enacted would be if health authorities suspended council meetings to prevent the spread of the virus.

He said that in the event that a council meeting did not have a quorum - due to councillors contracting the virus or required to self isolate - meeting agenda items would be held over until the next monthly meeting.

In emergency or contentious cases, an extraordinary council meeting can be called within days of a cancelled meeting.

When asked by this newspaper if the emergency powers gave him an opportunity to endorse voluntary planning agreements

or sign off on controversial financial tenders, the Mayor was adamant this would not be the case.

“Anyone who says this is a power grab is lying,” he said.

“Can I use these powers to approve a development application ...no, I cannot!

“Can I sign off on a tender, no, because the law says I cannot sign off on a tender and I will not break the law.”

The emergency powers do not prevent any councillors from challenging a decision made under delegated authority or enquiring about one that could be made.

This scenario puts the onus on all councillors to be vigilant, a point raised at the meeting by Clr Jordan Lane.

“Where possible, notice should be given in advance of a decision being made and if we are going to take an extraordinary step we should have an opportunity to talk about it among councillors,” he said.

“Although I cannot imagine we would want to enter into a Voluntary Planning Agreement in the midst of a health crisis.”

He raised a further point that the Office of Local Government could even move to scrap the emergency powers.

“If legislation makes our powers redundant, the government may want to appoint an administrator, we just don’t know.”

A possible scenario is that Mayor Laxale and General Manager George Dedes are both stricken with the virus or are required to self isolate.

In this scenario, the Mayor could opt to delegate his powers to Deputy Mayor Simon Zhou (or any other councillor) and the General Manager could delegate his powers to another manager.

“This is not about delegated powers, it is about if I’m not here someone else can jump in,” Mr Dedes told the meeting. “it means that if I’m gone, you’ve got people to run the council.”

Comments made by Clr Dr Peter Kim hint at the possibility that a political faction may not have numbers to carry a vote at a meeting (due to an illness) and the whole faction could feign illness to prevent a quorum and default to the emergency powers.

“If you are not clear whether or not the councillors have a virus, how do you enact this..what is wrong with councillors having to bring medical certificates to trigger this power?” he said.

At times, Mayor Laxale barely hides his contempt for those who push political conspiracy theories in a debate about how to keep critical council services going in the midst of a pandemic.

“It is absurd to suggest that we should want to take power away from an elected body, that is absolutely absurd!” he said.

There is no ulterior motive, this is about serving our community in times of crisis.°± Mayor Laxale said he hopes the State Government will legislate to allow teleconferenced council meetings.

If this happens, as is the case in South Australia, these emergency powers will not even be necessary.°± Councillor Penny Pedersen wants teleconferencing extended to committee meetings. ∞If one of us at a committee meeting contracted the virus, we°Ød all have to go into lockdown but a digital platform would mean we could meet, this is about moving forward if this council cannot meet.°± The City of Ryde website has daily updates on how the virus impacts on the City of Ryde and any changes to council services.

Councillors defend their walkout on virus emergency debate

The Liberals on the City of Ryde Council have defended last week’s walk out on a proposed emergency debate about the impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus on the local Chinese and Korean speaking communities.

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The proposed debate was called by Deputy Mayor Simon Zhou at the end of last week’s emergency council meeting about delegated authority in the event of council meetings being postponed due to the virus.

The Deputy Mayor sought to table his letter to the Prime Minister which raises local Chinese and Korean speaking community concerns about how the government is handling the epidemic.

There was no debate because the four Liberal councillor’s and Labor’s Clr Dr Peter Kim left the meeting without a quorum.

“I was shocked by the walk out and after that I felt upset because the concerns of two large communities were not even listed too,” Deputy Mayor Zhou said.

“I feel that those councillors who walked out on an emergency motion about this virus only care about their own political agenda.”

Mayor Jerome Laxale also condemned the walkout, which he said is a breach of a Code of Meeting practice.

“This is disgusting, you just do not walk out on a meeting because if you leave a meeting to leave it without a quorum it is against the code.

“It hurts me, because I take my job seriously and I take the health concerns of the community seriously, but this (walkout) has happened before and it is the same crew doing it again.”

The most senior Liberal on the council team is Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM and he defended the walkout.

“We didn’t leave the meeting without a quorum, the Labor councillor Dr Kim left the meeting without a quorum when he walked out after we did, so we thought there would be a quorum,” he said.

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Go to www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/ClubGRANTS for the following: • 2020 online application • Documents assisting project and application development • Application guidelines

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DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS DETERMINED The following Development Applications and Complying Development Applications were determined in the period 9/03/2020 to 15/03/2020.

The reasons for the decision can be viewed by accessing Council’s DA Tracker at: www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/eServices

Supporting our community through the coronavirus pandemic. Clr Gordon, Clr Pedersen, Clr Clifton, Mayor Jerome Laxale, Clr Purcell and community members.

City of Ryde COVID-19 update also allows library members to The coronavirus (COVID-19) access a wide range of eBooks pandemic is having a serious impact and eAudiobooks. on everyone in our community.

Council’s services have been At the City of Ryde, we are taking impacted following directions from a range of measures to ensure we the Federal and State governments, can still support everyone during this extremely challenging period. but where we can we will continue to offer services to the community To date, we have: while adhering to strict hygiene and • Endorsed new measures that will ensure Council operations social distancing measures. will continue in the event that As this is an evolving situation, councillors cannot meet due to for the latest information I would the COVID-19 pandemic strongly encourage you to regularly • Extended the lifting of curfews visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/covid19, for supermarket delivery trucks until to help restock shelves. as well as follow the City of Ryde on This extension applies to all Facebook and Twitter. supermarkets in the City of Finally, on behalf of everyone at the Ryde, and has since been City of Ryde I would just like to pass implemented by the State Government across NSW on my sympathies to all of those • Created a dedicated COVID-19 impacted by COVID-19. hub on the City of Ryde Our current generation has never website, which includes faced a challenge like the one we important information such as relevant news, frequently asked currently face. That is why it is more questions, as well as updates important than ever that we need on the status of Council services to come together and support and events. The hub can be everyone in the Ryde community, viewed at particularly those most vulnerable. www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/covid19 •

•

Moved our Building and Development Advisory Service to our phone service only Implemented a ‘Drop and Collect’ service model at Ryde Libraries which provides access for members to borrow and return as well as timed access to PC and printing services.

It will also allow for new membership sign ups and JP services when available. Ryde Library Service’s Online Library

Please be kind, be generous, but most important of all be sure to look out for one another. Together, we will get through this.

Sincerely,

Clr Jerome Laxale Mayor Phone 9952 8222 mayor@ryde.nsw.gov.au

Central Ward Approved LDA2020/0027 127 Constitution Road West WEST RYDE Alterations to ground floor, addition of a new first floor, replacement of the carport and addition of a deck.

MOD2019/0237 17-19 Ryedale Rd WEST RYDE Section 4.56 modification of Land and Environment court approval for amendments to the wording of condition 93 in respect to the completion of public domain works.

MOD2020/0038 29 Hermitage Rd WEST RYDE S4.55 to remove condition 76 & 81 of LDA 2017/333.

East Ward Approved LDA2019/0336 1 Meta St RYDE Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a new two storey dwelling.

LDA2019/0452 200-202 Victoria Rd GLADESVILLE Change of use of a business premises to an indoor recreational facility.

LDA2020/0030 61-65 Epping Rd MACQUARIE PARK New illuminated sign to replace existing.

Refused LDA2019/0311 153 Buffalo Rd RYDE Torrens Title subdivision of existing dual occupancy (attached).

LDA2020/0005 153 Coxs Rd NORTH RYDE Alterations to the existing building which contains a dwelling house and secondary dwelling to a dual occupancy pursuant to State Environment Planning Policy (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009 and strata subdivision.

West Ward Approved LDA2020/0048 31 Huxley St WEST RYDE New secondary dwelling (detached) and removal of small shed.

MOD2020/0030 12 Koorong St MARSFIELD Section 4.55 to delete condition 29 relating to road rail noise.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT Do you need support or wish to volunteer during this difficult time?

The following community organisations are providing providing community based services to help people in need.

Sydney Community Services

(02) 9427 6425

North Ryde Community Aid

(02) 9888 3380

Christian Community Aid

(02) 9858 3222

Meal on Wheels

(02) 8219 4200

Stryder – Community Transport

(02) 9816 5000

These organisations may also be able to assist: Link Housing

02 9412 5000

Country Women’s Association

02 9871 2702

Community Migrant Resource Centre

(02) 9858 1925

Relationships Australia

1300 364 277

Catholic Care

(02) 9481 2600

CASS Group

(02) 9789 4587

The Northern Centre

(02) 9334 0111

Food Bank

(02) 9887 4144

Chinese Christian Community Service Centre

(02) 9876 5546

Armenian Community Welfare Centre

(02) 9419 6394

To keep up to date with the latest contact information visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/CommunitySupport

/CityofRyde www.ryde.nsw.gov.au

Customer Service Centre: 1 Pope Street, Ryde Locked Bag 2069, North Ryde NSW 1670 P: 9952 8222 E: cityofryde@ryde.nsw.gov.au

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Parramatta News and Views

Parramatta in lockdown as council services cancelled THE HEART OF PARRAMATTA has been almost empty this week and fears about the virus have cancelled council, community and Christian services.

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS Development Applications on Public Exhibition We invite public comment on the following development proposals before making a decision. The application and accompanying documents for each proposal (other than internal residential floor plans and some documents containing signatures or contact details of the applicant/owner) may be inspected at: (a) My Development Portal via Council’s website cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au; (b) Electronically at the Development Counter at Council’s Administration Building (126 Church Street, Parramatta) during opening hours; (c) Hard copy documents may be viewed at City of Parramatta Library and the Branch Library located nearest to the development during opening hours.

Submissions must be in writing and received by Council prior to 4.30pm on the closing day of the exhibition period. A submission by way of objection must set out the grounds of the objection. Please send your submissions to City of Parramatta Council, PO Box 32, Parramatta NSW 2124.

Any submission and respective reportable political donations made in regard to this Development Application may be publicly available at Council Offices subject to a request for access to information under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA). The release of the submission received will include the name(s) and address details provided.

You may request for your personal information to be suppressed by Council. Council will consider this request. An objection is an opportunity for public involvement in the decision making process and does not constitute a complaint.

The exhibition period for the following application is from Wednesday 25 March 2020 to Wednesday 15 April 2020.

EASTWOOD DA/109/2020 4 Epping Avenue (Lot B DP 321071) Applicant - Urban Planning and Building Consultants Alterations and additions to an existing single-storey dwelling.

Development Applications Determined Notice is given in accordance with Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 of the determination of the following Development Consents and/or Complying Development Certificates. These consents/refusals are electronically available for public inspection without charge during ordinary office hours at the Development Unit Enquiry Counter on the

ground floor of Council’s Offices at 126 Church Street, Parramatta between 8.30am and 5pm – Monday to Friday – public holidays excluded.

APPROVED – CITY OF PARRAMATTA CARLINGFORD DA/382/2016/B 5 Kay Street (Lot 4 DP 217146) Section 4.55(1A) modification to DA/382/2016 for demolition of existing structures and construction of a detached dual occupancy including 1 x 2 storey building and 1 x 3 storey building. The modifications include internal alterations, an additional window in both dwellings, façade changes to dwelling 1 and adjustments to Condition No. 23(c) allowing use of the rear deck.

Decision Date: 26/02/2020 EASTWOOD DA/603/2019 18 Ward Street (Lot 33 DP 16716) Demolition of existing structures and construction of a detached dual occupancy and two lot Torrens title subdivision.

Decision Date: 27/02/2020 EPPING DA/547/2019/A 29B Gloucester Road (Lot 15 DP 1207810) Section 4.55 (1) modification to DA/547/2019 for the construction of a two storey dwelling. The modification includes deletion of condition 50.

Decision Date: 26/02/2020 DA/189/2018/A 22 Kandy Avenue (Lot 34 DP 7531) Section 4.55(1) modification to DA/189/2018 for staged Torrens title subdivision of 1 lot into 4 lots. Stage 1: Subdivision of original lot into Lot 1, 2 and 3, and demolition of all ancillary structures within ‘Lot 2 and 3’. Stage 2: Subdivision of ‘Lot 1’ into ‘Lots 101 and 102’ and demolition of the existing dwelling house and ancillary structures within ‘Lot 1’. The modifications sought include amendment of Condition No. 22 to refer to Lot 1, Lot 2 and Lot 3.

Decision Date: 25/02/2020 DA/464/2019 27 Oxford Street (Lot A DP 165912) Alterations and additions to the existing shop top building, change of use and fit out of the rear tenancy on the first floor to 2 residential units (1 x 1 bedroom & 1 x studio).

Decision Date: 28/02/2020

Lord Mayor, Cr Bob Dwyer | Chief Executive Officer, Brett Newman To contact the Lord Mayor follow the link at cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au 126 Church Street, Parramatta | PO Box 32, Parramatta NSW 2124 P 02 9806 5050 E council@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au | cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au @parracity, @discover_parra

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The Catholic Archdiocese of Parramatta has taken the unprecedented step of releasing the faithful from their obligation to attend Sunday Mass as has drastically restricted attendance at weddings, baptisms and funerals.

A growing number of Parramatta workplaces have told staff to stay home to help curb the spread of the virus as at risk workers with cardio and respiratory illnesses and the elderly are complying with health authority advice to self isolate.

Even popular destinations like Parramatta Park have suffered a significant drop in numbers and there has been are marked decrease in traffic.

The City of Parramatta Council has cancelled a number of programs, activities and services and has moved council meetings from fortnightly to monthly to minimise any risk to Councillors, staff and the community.

Like other Sydney councils, Parramatta is awaiting health authority advice about teleconferencing council meetings but emergency measures have been taken to ask ratepayers not to attend the meetings, where staff numbers are also being limited.

“The safety of City of Parramatta’s community is our top priority and Council is increasing measures at its public facilities to help curb the spread of the virus,” City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Cr Bob Dwyer said.

“We are following advice from the State and Federal Governments, monitoring the situation closely, and adjusting our events and services as required.

“This is a very challenging time for all of us, but working together as a community will make a difference.”

The Council has postponed Advisory Committee Meetings and Local Planning Panel meetings will be held via teleconference.

The Catholic Archdiocese of Parramatta has dispensed parishioners from their Sunday Mass obligation.

“We are in unprecedented times and we have a duty and responsibility to continue the pastoral care of our people as best we can,” a statement from the Parramatta Archdiocese said.

“Pope Francis has stated that clergy be available to pastorally minister to people in this time of crisis.

“Those who are gravely ill should not in any circumstances be denied access to the sacraments.

“Let us pray that all of us would be strengthened for the task ahead and relying on the intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes and all the Saints we might persevere in carrying the Cross.”

In churches with less than 100 parishioners, some Masses may be celebrated but in churches where Mass attracts more than 100, all Masses must be conducted outdoors and are to be celebrated without music and with a short homily.

“Couples intending on marrying should speak to their priest in the first instance and that only the bridal party and immediate family can attend the ceremony,” the statement said.

“In the case of funerals it is suggested only bereaved family members should attend the funeral and baptism of infants should proceed but only with the parents and Godparents present with the deacon or priest.”

All public church gatherings in Sydney Anglican churches have been stopped, by order of Archbishop Glenn Davies.

“I have decided that the Anglican Church in Sydney should suspend all public church gatherings until further notice,” the Archbishop said in a public statement.

“I urge all Christians to continue to trust in God’s goodness and mercy in this crisis and to show Christ’s love to those affected.”

In Russia, Orthodox Churches have adopted nightly processions of religious icons to help stop the virus and while local Orthodox churches will remain open at the stage, the practice of kissing icons is discouraged.

City of Parramatta Libraries currently remain open but all Easter activities have been cancelled alongside the popular Storytime and the HSC tutorials.

There are also stringent restrictions on the use of computers.

Early Learning Centres remain open at this time but could also be closed.

Aquatic Centres remain open but Learn to Swim programs have been suspended and these centres are subject to increased cleaning, sanitation, and chemical testing.

Patrons and staff advised not to attend if showing symptoms of cold or flu All indoor fitness, exercise and Mums and Bubs activities have been cancelled alongside activities for seniors that include the Multi-National Seniors Group, the Day Lighters Group, the Let’s Dine Out group lunches and the Carers Support Group Meals on Wheels services remain in operation, but faceto-face support practices are being adjusted to enable appropriate social distancing.

The Reconciliation Business Forum has been cancelled and Youth Week activities are currently under review.

All performances at Riverside Theatres have been cancelled and ticket holders are eligible for refunds and will be contacted directly.

Council’s Customer Contact Centre is currently operating but ratepayers are encouraged to contact the Centre on 1300 617 058.

Visitors to the Parramatta Heritage and Visitor Centre are encouraged to contact the Centre on 02 8839 3311 to confirm it is open and education tours have been cancelled.

Council is communicating with all staff on a regular basis, providing relevant health advice, and implementing a range of measures to help ensure services to the community continue

Hunters Hill doctor warns of virus onslaught and what you can do to minimise the risks

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The Hunters Hill Medical Practice can be contacted on 9817 2080 or www.hhmp.com.au

Dr Charbel Badr is a GP, Medical Director of Hunters Hill Medical Practice and holds a Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine

The Medical Director of Hunters Hill Medical Practice – Dr Charbel Badr – has warned of the risks faced by elderly people and those with a chronic health condition as a result of the spread of the virus.

He writes exclusively for The Weekly Times on what you can do to minimise the risks..

“Unless you have been hiding under a pallet of toilet paper recently you would be aware that the coronavirus epidemic has taken a turn for the worst.

“Case numbers are not growing by fives and tens from day to day but rather in the hundreds.

“We have missed the boat to shut this outbreak down before it takes hold.

“This is no longer being compared to recent flu seasons but rather to the Spanish Flu of 100 years ago.

“The physical, mental

and economic effect of this outbreak will be long lasting and affect all of us for years to come.”

Dr Badr stressed that the virus is new and people have no immunity to it. “ While the effects can be quite mild or not noticeable for some, they can be quite severe for others.

“The elderly, the immune-compromised and those with serious chronic conditions are most at risk.”

He writes that there have also been changes to the way we seek medical help.

“We need to work together to reduce the spread, the so called - flattening of the curve - to al-

low the health system to cope with the onslaught.”

“Governments have instituted multiple social, economic and healthcare policies to help cope with the situation.

“One of major relevant in my field has been the focus on telehealth.

“This refers to the use of phone calls or video calls to assess patient presentations for those at risk such as the elderly or those who could be potential carriers of COVID-19 such as recent returned travellers.

“The uptake has been quite fast by patients and medical practices alike.

“We now book phone and video consults like

normal appointments and while the human element is not perfect, the response has been positive from doctors and patients alike.

“The technology is not there yet to replace the human experience but the benefits are two fold.

“First, it gives the sick or vulnerable patient access to medical advice from their own home with their trusted doctor at a reduced fee or no fee for patients who meet the government criteria.

“Second, it gives comfort to patients who have to attend the doctor with their lacerations and for their vaccinations that potentially infectious patients are

How to build and maintain a healthy immune system

at home and not spreading the virus.”

Dr Badr further stressed the importance of self isolation. ”We need to all work together to get on top of this and in this case we have a chance to beat a deadly adversary by staying home!

“A few other ideas are wash your hands, be careful of your coughs, be helpful to your neighbours, look after your workplace or your employees, eat sensibly, exercise, get your flu vaccine and get checked if you have symptoms but call your doctor first to make sure you are not unnecessarily putting yourself and others at risk.”

HUNTERS HILL MEDICAL PRACTICE

FLU VACCINES NOW AVAILABLE

For patients between 5 – 65 years old For appointments please phone

9817 2080

or book online at www.hhmp.com.au

6 Ryde Road, Hunters Hill Car Park from Short Street

With the onset of the COVID-19 coronavirus there has been significant debate about immunity. tisol levels which can suppress the immune system.

Exercise regularly because this works to reduce stress and improve mood and eat a balanced and healthy diet Keys to a healthy diet that nourish you from the inside and promote better gut health include fruits and vegetables, frozen or fresh.

High quality proteins include poultry, fish and red meat.

Healthy fats include nuts, seeds, olive oil, avocado and omega 3’s.

Include foods with vitamin C, such as citrus, capsicums and strawberries and avoid excess alcohol, processed and high sugar foods.

Stay hydrated Around seventy to eighty per cent of the immune system is located in the gut, so you will notice many of the foods listed are also important for our gut integrity and function.

OnePointHealth is OPEN Our top priority is maintaining the health and safety of our patients and staff.

We have implemented further strict protocols that adhere to those being delivered by NSW Health.

Other foods that can promote better gut health include; probiotics, prebiotics (indigestible fibers), fiber filled foods and fermented foods, such as sauerkraut.

Overall, all of these points are important as part of a regular healthy diet and life-

style, however now more than ever it’s that we include these practices to give our body the best tools and nutrients to build and maintain a good immune system, and we know a poor diet, high stress and poor sleep can negatively impact it.

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One Point Health Dietician Candace Sciberras writes that there are four steps to a stronger immunity...

If our immune system isn’t strong enough, you’re at a higher risk and have a greater chance of getting sick.

Now more than ever, it is critical that we consume a healthy and nutritious diet to ensure that we are receiving all nutrients to help us maintain strong immune systems, to reduce our chance and risk of contracting any type of virus or infection.

Important things to promote better immunity include managing and reducing stress and anxiety.

This can lead to elevated cortisol levels which can suppress the immune system.

Rest and recover, have quality sleeps, around seven to eight hours per night.

If we have limited hours of sleep it can lead to elevated cor-

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NORTH RYDE RSL COMMUNITY CLUB As per Federal Government direction, North Ryde RSL & NRRSL Sports Club will be closed from Monday March 23rd.

Rest assured we will be back.

To keep up to date with latest information about the club please check our website and Facebook page .

We look forward to seeing everyone very soon.

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Phone

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ACCOUNTING

ACCOUNTING & TAXATION SERVICES

0414 658 956

• Chartered Accountant & Registered Tax Agent • Provided at reasonable rates www.rgaccounting.com.au

AIR CONDITIONING

bathroom renovations

ACE AIR CONDITIONING

0411 967 333

Sales, Repair & Install Split & Ducting A/C.

Lic 236838c TOWN & COUNTRY AIR CONDITIONING

9481 0667

Sales, Service & Installation of all domestic & commercial air conditioning equipment. www.townandcountryair.com.au AU18964 Lic 125392c

PROVEN AIR CONDITIONING

1300 776 247

All Air Conditioning Work.

Lifetime Warranty On Workmanship ❁ Repairs ❁ Service/Maintenance ❁ Installation www.provenair.com.au Lic 310465C AU50152 Alliance Climate Control

8036 2372

Air Conditioning Installation, Service & Repairs. Receive $400* Cash-Back trade in old A/C Daikin & Fujitsu Specialist Dealer, Split & Ducted.t. www.alliancecc.com.au

Lic 271472C

ANTENNA

0431 444 111

Local Tech, free quotes Fully Ins, Pens Disc, Gov app 5 yrs warranty.

ARCHITECTS

PETER HALL ARCHITECTS P/L

9878 5850

P Hall Nom Arch. 3279 Experienced firm, capable of handling all types of work, both residential and commercial, alterations or new.

ASBESTOS REMOVAL

ASBESTOS AWAY Tony 0405 317 807 * All types of Asbestos removal * Garages & Sheds Demolition * Asbestos Pick Ups & Inspections * Free Quotes * All areas * Fully compliant with Safe Work NSW Reg. * Fully Licensed & Insured www.asbestosawaysydney.com.au Facebook/Instagram: Asbestos Away Sydney Lic.Class B 210719

ballustrades WARD STEEL & ALUMINIUM

9645 6358

Manufacture & install steel, aluminium, stainless steel, glass ballustrades. Pool & garden fencing, auto gate. Custom & design services, free quote, helpful services. wardsteel.com.au

bathroom renovations

SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS

9879 4855

7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110

Beautiful bathrooms, fully renovated and guaranteed! 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www.spinryde.com.au

NSW Builders Licence 45000JP

APS BATHROOM & KITCHEN RENOVATIONS

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0414 577 574

• Over 35 years experience in bathroom, kitchen & laundry renovations • Qualified & Insured workmanship.

• Projects available on Website • Call for free measure and quote www.perfectceramics.com Lic R71536

Jaycorp renovations 0424 261 818 Combined 30 years experience in bathroom and kitchen renovations. Our aim is to restore, and recreate a timeless quality finish in your home. Please visit our website for recent projects. www.jaycorprenovations. com.au Lic 306197c

BEDDING

BEDS ‘N’ SECONDS PAUL GILES

9879 4226

Quality Australian Inner Spring mattresses, Singles fr $139, Doubles fr $279, Queens fr $299. Fast local delivery. Huge range of mattresses, beds & manchester. Your local bed shop! Paul GIles New & Seconds Mattresses. 1A / 28 Buffalo Road, Gladesville

BLINDS

SUNSET WINDOW FURNISHINGS

MCA DIGITAL ANTENNA SPECIALIST

builders

ANDREW’S BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

0410 454 165

Thinking of Renovating ?

Call us for a free quote Bathroom, Kitchen & Laundry Renovations Lic 207688c Over 20yrs Experience www.apsbathroomsandkitchens.com.au

8765 1733

Free measure & quote! Good quality. Holland blinds, vertical drapes & venetian blinds at factory prices. Washing & repairing of venetian blinds same day service.

BURRA BLINDS AND SHUTTERS

Cameron 0401 805 534 Plantation Shutters, Roller Blinds, Verticals and more. Free Quote. Call Cameron.

bricklayers

QUALITY WORK GUARANTEED

Gary 0431 163 114 GSH Bricklaying FRONT FENCES * Ret walls * BBQ’s & *Besser Blocks. For prompt reliable service call Gary. Lic No 180752c

BRICK & BLOCK LAYING

Steve 0409 124 751 Extensions, Front fences, garden walls etc.

Plus heritage work. Call Steve.

Lic. 55906c Bricklayer 0402 509 612 Bricklaying, Block laying, Paving & Carpentry work for all areas, Ring Anton 0402 509 612 Lic 93129c

BUILDING CONTRACTORS

TASSONE DESIGN & CONSTRUCT

0418 493 789

For all new work, extensions & alterations, renovations or refurbishments. MBA Quality Lic 100569c work.

BP CONSTRUCTIONS

0411 420 011 Brett 9684 6948 All building work including renovations, extensions, decks pergolas & carports, bathrooms. www.bpconstructions.com.au Lic 195060c ALTERATIONS

0418 484 216

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CUCEK CONTRUCTIONS

Luciano “Lu” 0418 647 641 YOUR LOCAL BUILDER with over 30 years exp. Specialising in bathrooms, alterations, additions, decks & pergolas.

Lic 247952c SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS

9879 4855

7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110

Renovations, Extensions and Additions by the experts. Does your Builder have Home Builders Compensation Fund Insurance for residential contracts over $20,000?

We Do, call now for a no obligation quote!! 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www.spinryde.com.au NSW Builders Licence 45000JP

9674 7527

Ground & 1st floor additions decks & pergolas.

Plans drawn from concept to completion.I. S. Giltinan Builder P/L. Lic 91637c

CLEANING HIGH PRESSURE (continued)

SKY PRESSURE CLEANING

0418 605 025

House washing & water blasting driveways, paths & roofs etc.

COMPUTERS

GLADESVILLE COMPUTERS

0401 339 402

• Free service call • Home office support • I.T. specialist • All work guaranteed • www.g1computers.com.au

REPAIRS CARPENTER/BUILDER COMPUTER DOES YOUR COMPUTER NEED HELP? MJD CARPENTRY

Matthew 0414 418 248 For all carpentry, gyprocking, painting and maintenance works.

ASH BUILDING & CARPENTRY PTY LTD

0433 275 545

All Building Works, Housing & Commercial Renovations, Decks & Pergolas. All types of Carpentry and Building work. Free Quotes.

Lic 323457c

ACE TRADE BUILDING SERVICES

Michael 0407 912 355 All carpentry, renovations, decks, property maintenance & repairs.General building & Bricklaying. Fully Insured.

Lic No 188739C

CARPENTRY & JOINERY

Greg 0422 169 ❁ Home & Business ❁ Sales & Service ❁ Virus & Spyware removal. ❁ Networking ❁ PC or Mac ❁ NO CALL OUT FEE Call Greg DIP IT

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concreting

AAA ALL AREAS CONCRETE

Charlie 0413 777 239

Concrete Driveways Sydney, all types of concrete work, Driveways and Pathways etc.

Small jobs welcome.

Lic. 129960c Over 32 Years Experience.

urbancrete CONCRETE CONTRACTORS

James 0428 581 542 For construction of & repair of decks, pergolas, doors & new building work call James Lic 179663c

0414 764 349

Driveways, paths, steps, stencils, stamped, plain & colour concrete. Honest, reliable & Lic 216063c quality workmanship.

TCP CONCRETE (NSW) PTY LTD

0404 770 791

0419 282 402

New carpet laid, re-stretching, repairs.

40 yrs experience.

CITY CON BUILDING

0412 470 087

J PRESTIGE RENDERING

concretE Cutting

Megna Building Services

BRICKLAYER/BLOCKLAYER

0411 762 242 30+yrs experience. Professional. Small to medium jobs. Insurance work. Replace rusted lintels. Concrete rendering. Free quotes.

Lic. R83479

Guide

0412 435 584

General Carpentry and Joinery. Cabinetmaking, Maintenance, Building and Repairs. PH O412 435 584.

Lic. 31952

CARPET LAYING BILL ROWE CARPETS

0404 803 496

CEMENT RENDERING

0410 746 378

Rendering, repairs, blueboard etc Quality service g’teed, no job too big or small. F/Q

CLEANING

S & A CLEANING HUS & WIFE

0411 627 847

9630 8722

(owner self)Home/professional/spring/ regular moving windows. 15 yrs exp.

ALBERTO’S CLEANING & CARPET SHAMPOO

0418 489 627

Home, Office, Strata,

9832 7254

CALL CLEANING 0433 038 667 Home and office cleaning, weekly, fortnightly & ownership. 10 years experience.

CLEANING HIGH PRESSURE

NORTH RYDE HIGH PRESSURE CLEAN

9888 5406

0414 765 181

Driveways, BBQ’s, Pool surrounds, Sealer.

No job too small

Concrete Driveways, Pathways, Slabs-Plain & Coloured Domestic & Commercial over Lic 52825c 25years experience G RIGHETTO & SON

Garden Sheds, Paths, Patios, Driveways etc.

Lic11427C

General Concrete Driveways, Granny Flat Slabs, Pathways, Fully Insured and Lic 299292c Experienced Ph for quotes

MASTER CHASING SERVICES

0403 111 758

Specialising in concrete cutting, core drilling, road sawing and wall sawing.

curtains

RUDIA CURTAINS & BLINDS

9887 1004

Swags, tail, pelmets - Roman Blinds. Vertical, venetian, Holland & timber blinds, shutters.

Free quote, family business. Alteration.

DAMPNESS ANTI-DAMP

9817 7600 0412 229 955

* Rising Dampness * Condensation & Dampness * Sub-floor Ventilation * Rising Damp Contact us for a free quote. www.antidamp.com.au

Phone Phone

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dentist

PUTNEY DENTAL SURGERY 9809 7110

• Over 25 years’ experience in Putney • Renowned for gentleness and care • Exceptional quality at affordable price • Prompt appointments. 6 days • Bupa Members Gap free regular dental check-up and mouthguard • Book On-Line www.putneydentalsurgery.com.au PUTNEY DENTAL CARE 9808 2588 Putney Dental Care is a national award-winning dental practice focused on delivering the highest standard of patient care and comfort by using the latest technologies. We look forward to looking after patients of all ages in our local community. We offer specialised services such as dental implants, veneers, and orthodontics. Laughing gas and sleep dentistry is available for anxious patients.

DOLL REPAIRS

9808 6314

Old and modern dolls and teddy bears repaired, cleaned and dressed. Local family team.

Yvonne and Cheryl Phone 9808 6314

Door Install Door Install And Repair

John 0425 833 636 Install Entry, Internal, fire Door, Digital lock and small renovation. John 0425 833 636 Lic 281560C

DRAINER

SYDNEY DRAINAGE EXPERTS Lic 143252c 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Clearing of blocked drains, sewers / storm water Toilets, basins, baths, shower, laundry, kitchens Jetblasting,electric eel,cctv camera,root treatment All work guaranteed. 25 yrs exp. 24/7 emergency.

Same day service, reliable, professional, efficient.

RYDE SEWERFIX

9809 4230

0412 200 939

Sewer & Stormwater Specialist • Blockages Cleared • CCTV & Pipe Location • Repairs & Replacement • Free Quotes Over 50 year experience Lic. L985

electricians

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Grant 0403 868 457 / 9489 3543 Local Electrician. No job to small. Over 30 yrs experience. Pensioner discount.

GET SPARKED ELECTRICAL & COMPUTERS

Greg 0422 169 313 ❁ How about a safety switch ❁ New installations or renovations ❁ Data, electrical ❁ Domestic, commercial & industrial ❁ Fast reliable service. ❁ Servicing All Area Lic 180641c

CJM ELECTRICAL Jason 9807 2455 / 0411 749 838 All Electrical work. Domestic & Commercial.

Rewires, safety switches, LED lighting and data. Servicing the local area since 1996. Call Jason.

Lic 164332c

Power & Lighting. All electrical work, Upgrade switch board, Rewiring, Celing fan, Smoke alarm, Data telephone. CCTV. Alarm. Intercom

Lic 201164C

Ryde District Electrician 20+yrs Exp

Ian 0412 988 012 ✓ Same Day Service ✓ Switchboards, Smoke Alarms, ✓ Lights, Power, Phones, Broadband (Points) ✓ Pensioner Discounts ✓ Ryde Area - Hunters Hill & Gladesville ✓ Small Jobs Welcome www.secure-electrical.com.au Lic 92264C

MAX ELECTRICAL SYDNEY

0433 655 591

• All Electrical Work (Domestic & Commercial) • Switchboard Upgrades • Smoke Alarm / CCTV / Data Telephone • Hot Water System, Oven, Cook-top Repairs • 24 Hrs Emergency Service

EXCAVATIONS

EXCAVATIONS, DEMOLITION DEMO POOLS, BACK FILLING

0418 250 404

9817 3911

J.P.L PLUMBING 0439 742 874 Local plumber drainage special local discounts apply. *Blocked Sewer *Blocked stormwater *CTV Camera *High Pressure jetter. cles * Electric eel Ph Lic.145563c 0439 742 874.

Electricians

9816 1471

0418 224 924

All Electrical Work. Smoke detectors, sensor lighting, security intercoms, ceiling fans, safety switches, power and lighting points.

Lic72458C No job too small, free quotes.

EASTWOOD Bruce Kennard Pty Ltd

9809 7001

0417 690 627

Domestic & Commercial repairs. Installation, repairs, house, rewiring, security lighting, fans.

Prompt service. Over 26yrs experience. 22 Thorn St Ryde Lic 35887c

RYDE DISTRICT ELECTRICIAN

Blake 0488 843 433 + $0 No Call-Out Fee + Local Ryde District Electrician + Small Family Owned & Run Business + 24 Hour Emergency Service + Seniors Discount +100% Satisfaction Guaranteed Captain Cook Electrical. Credit Cards Welcome Lic 288540C

FLECK RUBBISH REMOVALS & MINI EXCAVATIONS

Glen 0418 268 040 Narrow Access Excavation. Excavators from 760mm wide up to 1200mm wide. Dumper Tippers 760mm wide. Bobcats 3 Tonne Trucks. All Areas. Best Rates. Call Glen

FENCING

PRIMO FENCING 0417 468 166 Specialist in treated pine & hardwood, A1 workmanship guaranteed

Gerard 0408 447 882 All electrical repairs, Residential & commercial rewiring . Switchboard upgrades. All new work call Gerard Lic 82184c

FENCING INNOVATIONS

9439 8550

Jack 0411 351 161 Digging, weeding, land & yard clearing, tree lopping, trimming, pruning, restore overgrown garden, turflaying. Pensioner discounts. Ring Jack

AL’s COMPLETE GARDEN CARE

0419 447 126 All types of fencing, brick, timber, colorbond

Al 0414 753 258 Qualified horticulturalist, Complete garden maintenance. Lawn mowing, hedging, fertilising, weed control, high pressure water cleaning Comm/Res/Strata Call Al

& pool. 30 yrs experience.

FLORISTS

BLOSSOM HOUSE FLORIST

9874 1577

Multi Award Winning Florist Flowers & Gifts for All Occasions Member Interflora Shop 27, Eastwood Centre Shi Li Zhao Email: blossomhouseflorist@yahoo.com.au JOANNE’S FLOWERS GALORE AWARD WINNING FLORIST

GECKO PLANTSCAPE

Robbie 0412 131 362 Irrigation solutions for your garden during water restrictions. Horticultural advice, garden maintenance and green walls. Qualified Horticulturist fully insured. Call Now Robbie 0412 131 362

TIDY GARDEN LANDSCAPING

3 Avon Road, North Ryde 2113 www.joannesflowersgalore.com.au

scaping, planting, pruning, turfing, cutting small trees, mulching, laying, mowing, ret wall - paving rubbish removal. Free quote 28years experience, Full Insurance.

FURNITURE REPAIRS & CABINET MAKING GAS TRADITIONAL FINE FURNITURE

0417 457 897

SYDNEY LOCAL GAS SPECIALIST

8765 8949 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Custom made furniture and specialist repairs & restoration work. 30 years experience.

garage doors

SYDNEY WIDE GARAGE DOORS

Andy 0423 156 789 Installation, repair all type garage doors, garage motors ,sliding gates, swing gates garage remotes, spring, same day service, free quotes.

RYDE GARAGE DOORS 9809 1965 Installation, sales & service. B & D Dealer. Call for free quote.

ALPHA GARAGE DOORS AND AUTO OPENERS

Leakfinding, fixes, repairs / renewals, new connections/servicing/commissioning of room/ central heaters, fake coal/logfires, commercial kitchens, cooktops, ovens, stoves, hotwater heaters, all makes/models, Rinnai, Rheem, Pyrox, Bonair, Everdure, Electrolux Westinghouse, Chef, Miele, Smeg, Bosch, Vulcan, Dux, Jetmaster, realflame, Genesis, bayonets fitted, LP/ BBQ conversions, (carbon monoxide testing). Same day Service, reliable, professional, efficient. All work Guaranteed. 25 yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies.

Lic 143252C

GLASs

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GLADESVILLE GLASS SERVICE

0423 755 077 9817 3416 - Repairs: . Garage Door

Supply - Install Motors . Sliding & Swing Gate Motors .

Remotes

GARDENING

ABLOOM ACE GARDENING 8819 4980 Sam or Chad 0410 774 647 Restore overgrown gardens, Land & yard clearing, Trimming, Weeding, Lawnmowing, Turfing, Tree lopping, Stump Removal, Landscape, Plants, Gurney wash, Rubbish removal. Regular Maintenance, Pens Discount. Fully Insured, 7 Days, Best hourly rate. Free quotes. Call Sam or Chad

9816 3055

Glass repairs Com. & Dom. • Shower screens, mirrors • All glass requirements • Free measure and quote. 278 Victoria Rd, Gladesville.

GET GLAZING 0420 996 Fast glass replacement. Free measure & quote. Call Matt

778

guttering

GUTTER-SNIPE GUTTER CLEANERS

9477 5943

We clean roof gutters, no mess, local, guaranteed, insured

LOCAL FENCING Quality timber, c/bond, gates, pickets, pool, log walls. Free quotes

garden needs.

KOALA FENCING

NORTH RYDE GARDENING

on time. Gutter mesh & guard (install/replace) Leakfinding, gutters, downpipes, valleys, flashing, install & repairs whirlybird, venting, Lic 143252c raintanks, roof & skylight leaks.

25 yrs exp, Eftpos, C/Cards Accepted

Your reliable gardener. Weed, dig, trim, clean, tree trim/lopping, stump grind, mow, turf, rubbish removal, maintenance, high pressure cleam. Call Alan

GUTTERING & METAL ROOFING

Martin 0412 010 212 Horizontal & Privacy Fences. Pool fences & gates. Timber & colourbond, fence repairs. call Martin 0412 010 212

Specialises in all types of fencing. View website @ Andrew-Spies-Fencing.com

0400 598 403

Timber Boundary Fencing, Gates & Pickets.

Small jobs & Repairs Welcome psmithfencing@gmail .com

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a & a absolute best price

GUTTER, DOWNPIPE CLEANING SPECIALIST

All electrical installs. & repairs. AH service, competitive rates.

Lic No 2871

EASTWOOD ELECTRICAL SERVICES

GARDENING

0954 Mark 0411 548 503 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 9807 2367 8866 Local, efficient, reliable, neat & tidy, insured, Is your garden overgrown. Call Mark for your

ANDREW SPIES FENCING

0419 200 011

Smith Fencing

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Just gardens

GEOFF NASH ELECTRICAL SERVICES

9807 1957

FENCING

9809 3082 9807 3480 Joseph 0403 621 162

Andrew/Electrician 0417 909 407 Specialising in- Garden design- LandAll Floral Arrangements, Plants, Gifts.

DENISTONE ELECTRICAL SERVICES

5 tonne excavator with hammer. Rock exc., Bobcat, Tippers. Free fill delivered.

R54172

r a ELECTRICAL & ALARM SERVICES

Guide

0410 534 692

ACTIVE FENCING

Peter Carbon 0425 203 080 Boundary and paling fencing. Also Gates and picket fences. Ph: Peter 0425 203 080

0414 765 181

Alan 9888 5406

DOWN TO EARTH GARDENING SERVICES

Nick 0408 688 949 Qualified horticulturalist Specialising in garden maintenance, garden make over’s and organic vegetable gardens. Fully insured. Call Nick.

ABC SEAMLESS 9748 3022 • Guttering, Downpipes & Metal Roofing • Leaf Protection, Roof Restoration & Cleaning • Discounted prices & free quotes • Over 40 years in the industry • Fully licenced and insured • Comprehensive warranties

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hairdresser want a great haircut?

KITCHENS

9888 5257

Come & see Abbas Imperial Style Barber, Midway Shops, 117 North Rd, Denistone East.

HANDYMAN

S.S. CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES

Sam 0414 413 326 Specialising in all Building, Carpentry & Gyprocking work. Free Quotes & Pens. Disc.

Ph. Sam

Aryan Kitchen

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LAWN MOWING

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0413 395 444 NS LAWN CUTTING - Affordable

Full Kitchen Package and free installation $4999 Include; Cabinetry, Oven, Cook top, Range hood, Sink, Mixer tap and Tiles.

256-258 Victoria Road, Gladesville myaryankitchen@gmail.com www.aryankitchen.com.au

COMPLETE CUSTOM KITCHENS Glenn 0414 717 111 Highest quality custom kitchen renovations Nicholas carpentry & Handyman Complete job. All trades. Unbeatable prices. services Builder 20 Years Experience. Free Quotes.

Steven 0419 606 288 Pens.Disc. 0414 717 111 Lic no 301036c • All Trades • Bathroom & Kitchen Renovations • Pergola’s, decks, roofing, gyprock, & painting • All minor & major repair work • Quote this advert and get a 10% discount !!! • Call Steven www.nicholascarpentry.com.au Lic no 108119c

Guide

KITCHEN REPAIRS KITCHEN REPAIRS

0412 448 623

Call Kee 0435 617 567

Lic 296601c

COMPLETE HANDYMAN SERVICE

0439 742 874

No job too small flat labour charge including free assessment. Licensed carpentry, plumbing, tiling, painting, cleaning services, rubbish removal available after hrs & weekends. Leasing a property? Get free assessment on your small repairs.

0439 742 874 No 145563c

Hedges

Gary 0481 555 659 Superior hedges, lawn handyman services. Call – Gary Bell Refs available

hot water services RYDE HOT WATER SERVICE

9809 4230

0412 200 939

Installations, repairs & sales. Electric and gas Lic No L985. hot water heaters.

A LOCAL HOT WATER SPECIALIST

0414 837 679

LANDSCAPING

*NICK’S LANDSCAPING & DESIGN*

0418 169 369

All types of maintenance landscaping. Sand stone retainable/ Timber Wall / Block Paving / Repairs & all types of landscaping, Lic 96884c

TREEMENDOUS LANDSCAPES P/L

9874 2605

Paul 0407 207 672 Landscape design & construction. Member of AILDM Lic 77216c SAMSON LANSCAPING 0432 474 950 & Property maintenance. Design, Construct, Maintain, Irrigation service ins. Free Quotation. samson.call@hotmail.com Lic 208121c

EXHIBITION EDGES GLADESVILLE

0418 221 680

Lawns, pruning, clearing paths & drains, weeding, rubbish removal, Odd Jobs. Competitive Rates.

LAWN MOWING

0421 656 420

LAWNS, EDGES, HEDGES, cut & shaped, gardening, tree lopping, gutter cleaning, rubbish removal. All house & yard maintenance. Also Pressure Cleaning. All areas Free Quotes 0421 656 420

LAWN MOWER REPAIRS

massage

All types of structural landscaping from Design to completion. Satisfaction guaranteed. Fully Insured. Phone Carl

Landscaping Services

AUSTRALIAN HOT WATER Landscaping, Paving. Garden restoraHOT WATER SPECIALIST EASTWOOD garden design 15 years experience.

Est. since 1986.

9874 8620 tion Tree lopping 25% pensioners discount .

Sales, service, installations on all brands. Est. Free quotes fully insured 7days service since 1986 www.australianhotwater.com.au.

Lic 53936C Simon 0412594911

ironing services

IRONING 0411 155 774 Free pick up and delivery Twice daily. 6 days p/w Family owned. 24hr turn around

KITCHENS

0412 594 911

LAWN MOWING

JAYS MAINTENANCE PLUS

Jason 0424 619 816

Granite & Marble Natural Stone

SERVING THE LOCAL AREA FOR OVER 10 YEARS. Lawn, gutters cleared. Fully Insured. Call Jason

60yrs Gladesville. www.ronbennettmarble.com.au

3 mth warranty on mower, chainsaw & line trimmer repairs & service.

9809 3623 THE MOWER SURGEON Kitchen & vanity tops 100’s of colours. Est

0407 419 793

Aspect Painting & Decorating

0406 038 729

Relaxing full body massage. Swedish & remedial.

Ayurvedic style. Home vis it. All Sydney areas.

Authentic Thai Massage

9809 3990

Come meet our friendly new staff.

968 Victoria Rd, West Ryde Open 7 days 10am-8pm Ph. 9809 3990

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

TESSA PAINTING & MAINTENANCE

0411 143 534

Cheapest price, best quality. We prove it. Fully guaranteed 20 years experience, free quotes Lic 164240

count. Free Quotes

Lic 157468c

0414 881 267

9878 1677

BILLY’S PAINTING & DECORATING

All work guaranteed, fully insured, free quotes.

Lic 158883c

RYDE PAINTING & DECORATING SERVICES

0412 944 025

Genuine local painter, Fully Insured. All types of painting, reliable, reasonable price. Free Quotes -Pensioner Discount.

Lic 150743c

SKY PAINTING

0418 605 025

9929 4966

28 yrs exp. Pensioner Dis Free Quotes MemLic R96188 ber MPA

MICHAEL THE PAINTER

Michael 0412 444 838 • Professional and reliable • All types of painting • All areas • Reasonable rates • Best quality • Cheapest quotes • Pensioner Disc Lic 320177c Call Michael.

W Z FINE PAINTING SERVICE PTY LTD

EDGE PAINTING

Sam 0433 742 162 * Master Painters Association Member. * Dulux accredited *Specialised in repairing & repainting. Interior/exterior * Pensioner Discount *Quality Guaranteed. www.edgepainting.net

Lic 267578c/MPA280514

Honest painting

David 0450 726 188 * Reliable and professional * Guaranteed quality and price. * All types of painting * Fully Lic & Ins. * Free onsite quote.

Lic No 310324c

0452 639 991

Over 20 years experience. Specializing in repairing cracks, peeling, mills removal.

Interior&exterior, free quote. Fully insured.

Seven years warranty. Eason 0452639991.

Lic 312751 7 Colour Painting & Decorators

0406 526 688 0430 247 506

All work guaranteed, best quality, 20yrs, fully Insured. Free quotes.

QUALIFIED STRESS RELIEVING

quotes, pensioners discount fully insureds

Lic149577c

PAINTER

PETER PAINTING STRUCTURAL LANDSCAPING Phil 9715 1804 0423 808 115 8819 2795 installs, Gas, Electric, Carl 0414 724 557 20 yrs exp. Work guaranteed Pensioner Dis-

Servicing / repairs / Solar (all makes/models) Rinnai, Rheem, Bosch, Pyrox, Aquamax, Solahart, Thermann, Junkers, Bayard, Vulcan, Hocking, Everhot, Dux, Edwards, Beasley, Roomheaters Same day service, reliable, professional, efficient.

All workguaranteed. 25 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies.

Lic 143252c

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Good Pensioner Discounts. Free Quotes.

0401 951 257 10 Years experience. Satisfied customers. Insured. All types of painting, reliable, g’teed service, free

Angelo 0408 677 614 RYDE CITY MOWERS 9809 0329 Hinges, Doors, Drawers, Shelves, Cabinets, Repairs to most brands of lawnmowers, brushcut0435 617 567 Kick-boards etc. ters, chainsaws. Chain sharpening. Guaranteed Good Experience. Includes doors, lock doors, service. Factory trained & qualified technicians. frame, windows, ceilings, walls, Gyprock, tiles. No job too small. Free quotes 7 days.

Timberflooring fix or replace and painting. angeloskitchenrepairs@gmail.com Lic no 139738C Local pick up & delivery available (charges apply) HANDYMAN SERVICES

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

James

0405 765 631

Interior & Exterior, Pensioner Discount.

Quality guaranteed. Free Quotes Call James 0405 765 631 Lic No 195805c.

pest control FORENSIC PEST CONTROL PC

1300 360 457

The Pest Detectives All termite & general pestcontrol, sub floor ventilation & bird control. PC

Lic 3433

PEST CONTROL 9449 2948 HAVE YOUR HOME PEST FREE FROM $240.00 Cockroaches, Silverfish, Webbing Spiders 40+ YRS Exp.

Shore Pest Services

BUGZOFF PEST CONTROL

0423 203 356

✔Commercial ✔Domestic ✔All pests ✔Termites Service Guarantee + Free AfterCare Services From $99. www.bugzoff.com.au

PLASTERING

GYPROCK PLASTERING SERVICES Demitri 0404 770 412 All types of plastering * Reasonable rates.

Call Demitri

Lic 288665c

PLUMBERS

BLOCKED DRAINS & SEWER SPECIALIST

9638 1398

0419 409 130

All general plumbing including gas. (24hr Emergency Service) No job too sml. Free quotes. STEMBRIDGE PLUMBING. Lic. 9880 Mastercard & Visa welcome.

COTTAGE & DOMESTIC MAINTENANCE

0414 808 809

Phillip Draper West Ryde

9808 3020

Lic 3906

S.A.PLUMBING SERVICES FREE CAMERA SERVICE WITH EVERY BLOCKED DRAIN

0416 297 555

All suburbs • electric eel • leaking taps • hot water • water • roof guttering • gas fitting • leaking toilets • blocked drain • home renovations • real estate strata.

• 7 days a week friendly sevice.

Lic 178744c

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PLUMBERS (continued)

PLUMBERS (continued)

9809 4230

Need a Local Plumber Fast?

POOLE & CO PLUMBING

0412 200 939

Your Local Plumber for 50 Years. * Blocked drains cleared * Taps & toilets * Hot Water * Gasfitting www.pooletheplumber.com.au

Lic 985

domestic plumbing 0416 274 249 leaky pipes & roofs, dripping taps, blocked drains, gas leaks or connections, running cisterns. I can fix it. C. Parker Plumbing 45 yrs in business. 24hrs 7 day emerg. calls.

Master Plumber Gold Lic. L1376

YOUR FAST LOCAL PLUMBER

0414 837 679

Phil 9715 1804

Guaranteed Same Day Service. Prompt, On time, Efficient, Reliable, Honest. Blocked drains cleared.

Sewer-stormwater, burst pipes, leaking showers Taps/toilets, waterproofing, water filters, hot water heater maintenance accredited repairer/ installer.

Servicing (all makes / models), gas leaks, installs Repairs, connections, appliance repairs,servicing Room-Central heating, fake log/coal fires, stoves BackflowPrevention, TMV’s, downpipes/gutters, cappings Flashings), lead, Roof repairs (metal/ asbestos/Tile / slate) Skylights, leaks / fixes. No job too big or small. All work guaranteed. 25 Yrs exp.

C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 emergencies.

Lic. 143252c

PAUL RUFF & SON PLUMBING

Est. Locally 1981

RYDE SEWERFIX

9809 4230

0418 961 406

Lic 3792

0412 200 939

Sewer & Stormwater Speciali st • Blockages Cleared • CCTV & Pipe Location • Repairs & Replacement • Free Quotes Lic. L985 Over 50 year experience

GLADESVILLE PLUMBING SERVICES

9817 4777

0413 402 599

For all your plumbing needs. Free Quotes.

24hr/7days. Emerg. serv.

Lic 168655C Visa/Master/Eftpos.

CMF PLUMBING

0411 232 629

9808 4220

• Plumbing, draining, roofing, gas fitting • Maintenance specialist • Jet blaster & CCTV Lic 117469c • No job too small RYDE GAS COMPANY

9809 4230 0412 200 939

Local Gas Specialists · Portable Gas Room Heaters Serviced · Carbon Monoxide Testing · Hot Water Heaters · Leak location & repair · New installations, replacement & additions · Bayonets & BBQ conversions.

Lic. L985

FRANK DRAPER SEWER REPAIRS & REPLACEMENTS 0438 065 852 Free Quotes, High Pressure Water Jetter Service. Lic 181690c Ryde

TAP RESCUE

1300 827 000 We repair, supply, install direct to you TAPS, TOILETS, Hot Water Systems, Water Filters and more. NO CALL OUT FEE! 0414 333 461

Lic 40572c LOCAL PLUMBER

0488 801 042

• Taps, Hot water, Blocked Drains, Blocked pipes • 24/7 EMERGENCY Plumbers • On-time & Reliable • Plumbers you can trust • All works guaranteed • $0 CALL out • You approve the price before we start! $50 OFF when you mention this AD

JIM MEADE PLUMBING

0418 247 597

* Maintenance * Repairs * Renovations * Pensioner Disc * Fully Insured Lic.46242c

J.P.L PLUMBING

0439 742 874

Local plumber based in Denistone • Blocked pipes • Taps • Faulty toilets • Drainage • Hot water system • Gas cooking heating. Local discounts apply Ph Jamie 0439 742 874.

No 145563c

Guide

roofing J & M SCHALK.

9191 7353 9878 4483

Do you have no hot water?

Is your drain blocked?

Are your taps and toilets leaking?

Do you want an extra gas point?

For fast friendly service with a smile Call Jeremy on 9191 7353 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

rubbish removals FLECK RUBBISH REMOVAL

0408 642 056

Glen 0418 268 040

Roof repairs. Metal, tile & leaking roof replac- • All Areas • 24/7 • Free Quotes ing valleys, F/Q, Lic R91302.

• Excavator for hire

AAA ACTIVE ROOFING

PURE PLUMBING PROFESSIONALS

0404 397 198

8677 4141

• Domestic/Commercial • Good Rates • All types of waste • Senior Disc. Call Glen.

Garry’s Rubbish RemovaL The Punctual Plumbers - 9191 7353 All roof restore & repair 30% off. Pressure Cheapest Price’s Lic 133762c cleaning.

F/Q • Local Business Award Winning Plumbers • $0 Call Out Fee* • Fast Emergency Service • Hot Water Repairs • Blocked Drains Cleared • Taps and Toilets • Noisy Pipes • Gas Fitting • Seniors Discounts www.pureplumbingpros.com.au

Fix That Plumbing Gavin 0431 126 808 Local plumber based in Denistone.

Lic 299998c

ALL DAY/ NIGHT PLUMBING

0414 849 366

Blocked Drains specialists. Plumbing, Drainers and Gasfitters. Senior discounts ph 9888 9940 Lic 123739c / 0414 849 366

FLOW-RITE PLUMBING CO P/L

Gregi 0408 603 091 Hot water tanks replaced-Burst Pipes-General Lic 53160c plumbing. Greg 0408 603 091

Psychologists & Relationship Counsellors OPEN SKY PSYCHOLOGY

1300 739 531

• Anxiety, Depression, Complex problems • Addictions, Trauma, Parenting • Children, Teens, Adults, Couples, Families After Hours and Saturdays available. Bookings within a few days. 6 practitioners (incl.

Workcover approved) Suite 9, 227 Morrison Rd, Ryde www.openskypsychology.com.au

REFRIGERATOR REPAIRS

RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all fridges/seal washers, dryers, dishwashers. 7 days.

0409 833 832 9807 9828

REMOVALISTS AB HOME REMOVAL

0431 995 369

9745 5772

Excellent Service. No job too big or small. Local and interstate. $80 per hour.

KW Removals

0403 903 022

• House • Factory • Piano • Furniture • Disposals Competitive Rate with excellent service! All areas!

PH 0403 903 022, 0466 669 107

Renovators

Ew Building And Bathroom

LOCAL SYDNEY ROOF SPECIALIST

0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804

Leakfinding/Repairs(tiles,metal,slate)shingals/skylights, asbestos, copper, Waterproofing , Lead, Flashings, cappings, ridgepointing, rebedding, Chimney’s, Stormwater Drains Cleared, relayed, Diverted, fixed.

(Gutter’s/Downpipes) renewal, cleaning, whirlybirds.

Same day service – reliable, professional, efficient.

All work guaranteed. 25 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies.

Lic 143252c

sam’s roofing P/L

Sam 0416 178 058 All metal roofing & guttering, no job too small Lic 215152c 33yrs exp. Ph Sam for quote.

roofing (continued) Top ryde top roofing

0410 322 681

• High pressure cleaning • All roof repairs & painting F/Q. • Dulux Colour. • Pens Disc

0410 322 681

0418 605 025 0423 808 115

Lic 136874c

9871 0313

9929 4966 8819 2795

High pressure clean & painting. Free quotes.

20% off quoted price. Work Guaranteed.

Lic 157468c

roof repairs

Safety Rails by Rails 2U

Les 0439 967 102 Make your home safer by installing internal and external rails by experienced installer.

Can supply and install large range of rail sizes, no long waiting lists. No job too small. Senior Discounts. Obligation Free Quote. Ph Les

2-3-4m. Fast reliable service, specialising in small drives. Call George

Solicitors & CONVEYANCING

OSBORNE HOWELL 9807 3222 Over 50 years in RYDE. Shop 6, 43-49 Blaxland Road, Ryde (Entry via Argyle Ave) Wills, Estates, Probate, Conveyancing, Family Law, Commercial Leases, Sale of Business.

LEES & GIVNEY LAWYERS

9816 1122

Established 1983 Accredited Specialist: Family Law and Wills, Estate Law; Conveyancing, Enduring Power of Attorney. Home visits available.

243 Victoria Road, Gladesville

stove repairs RYDE REPAIR CENTRE

BOB THE ROOFER 0418 677 188 0409 833 832 9807 9828 Leak Detection. All roof & gutter repairs guaranteed. 35yrs Exp. C/Cards OK. Lic 123259C

0409 833 832

Repairs all stoves & ovens, 7 days / fast service

surveyor

DJ DAISLEY AND SONS PTY LTD LAND SURVEYORS

9798 7075 ATS

9808 6854 Roof repairs and renewals slate metal tile.. Est Suite 3, 75 Rydedale Rd, West Ryde, ats1@ 1912. Ph 9798 7075 atssurveyors.com.au

rubbish removals swimming AUSSIE BATTLER.

0415 912 621

athroom, Kitchen And Laundry Renovations B • Full renovations or repairs • Leaking showers • Bathroom packages • Waterproofing • Wall and floor tiling • Superior customer service.

25 years of experience, reliable tradesmen.

All work guaranteed.

Contact Ty 0415 912 621

safety rails

PAYLESS MINI SKIPS

Water blasting & re-spraying 28 yrs exp Pen Dis Free Quotes Member MPA PETER PAINTING

* All types of waste (large or small) * House hold / Commercial * Deceased Estates * Senior Discounts * Free Quotes * 30 years exp * 7 Days a Week

9871 0313 0402 844 744 George 0415 224 460

High pressure cleaning. All roof repairs & colour 20% off. F/Q Pens Disc.

SKY ROOF PAINTING

Call Garry 0416 295 790

SKIP BINS

roof painting AARON’S ROOFING

9809 2536

CARLILE SWIMMING

Brian 0413 115 450 9808 3199 Enquiries 0417 477 733 20yrs exp all areas, rubbish, gard’, pruning & Leaders in Learn-to-Swim and Swim Coaching odd jobs. F/Q, same day service 8 days/week. for 45 years at Ryde.

Brian NO TEXTING. Year round Tuition at all levels in warm (34c) NOW IN

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state of the art indoor pools.

• Learn to Swim. Babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and elementary at 16 Cross Street Ryde.

• Style Correction for school competition in graded classes at Ryde Aquatic Centre

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Phone

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TILES/TILING

tree lopping

TUITION

S T J Group Tree Services

Yr 4-12 Ext 1 & 2. Very experienced teacher & tutor. Call Jo-Anne

(continued)

ACCLAIM TILING SERVICES

Gabriel 0404 032 426 Specilaising in bathroom renos & all types of Lic 251461c wall & floor tiling. Call Gaby

SAM THE TILING MAN

9832 9837 0413 072 621 Small tiling jobs only Lab & Mats under Lic No. 68534C $1000 40 yr exp

tree lopping VIC’S TREE CUTTING

0404 162 752 9858 2874 Tree pruning and removal, stump grinding. Fully ins. Free Quotes. Qual Aborist. Family business.

A.J’S TREELOPPING & RUBBISH REMOVAL

0412 933 031

Quick, reliable, fully insured, free quote, pens. disc.

Extra services incl. stump grinding, garden main, small concrete jobs, etc.

Guide

0412 111 785

Fully Insured • Fully Qualified • Tree services - removal, clearing, lopping, stump grinding, hedging, pruning Free Quotes • call Steve

Tree Lopping Services

0412 594 911

The arborist tree lopping. prunning. stump grinding storm work. Emergency services qualified arborist landscaping . Best and cheapest service. 15 years experience.

Free quotes fully insured 7days service Simon 0412594911

TV, DVD & AUDIO INSTALLS TV, AUDIO INSTALLATIONS

Nick 0412

667 770

Set up of Plasma/LCD, Home theatre, DVD, Hi-Fi. Pens disc. Technician with 40yrs exp. Call Nick.

MATHEMATICS Jo-Anne

0401 914 269

TV REPAIRS

EXCELLENCE ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE

0412 566 100

WEST RYDE TV & DIGITAL BOX SET UP

9804 6954

DVD, home theatre, plasma TV Antenna, install & repairs 35 yrs exp. Pen Disc.

VENETIAN BLINDS AMORS VENETIAN BLIND LAUNDRY

RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all washers, dryers, fridges/seal, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409 833 832 9807 9828

weddings

RAY WOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

9807 2772

• Install, DVD, Setup box Foxtel/Optus • Get your DIGITAL Ready • All TV, DVD, Hi-Fi, Microwave, Vacuum, Antenna • Owner operated for 20 years

WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS

8765 1733

Gentle pressure clean, wax finish, re-cond. of all makes, free wash with all full reps. Same day serv. Meas & quote on venet, vertical & Holland. Gladesville.

0414 843 759

WINDOW CLEANING NO STREAKS WINDOW CLEANING,

9808 6773

Eugene 0415 258 454 Prompt, friendly, reliable service, F/Q, fully ins. Eugene SPIC AND SPAN WINDOW CLEANING

Greg 0411 055

476

Also soft house wash. Greg: H/ pressure cleaning. Sydney Water exempt.

OUTLOOK GLASS WINDOW CLEANING

9874 2815

David 0412

667 525

Pressure clean/softwash. Fully Qualified.

Fully Insured 20 yrs exp. Call David

Trades & Services 9807 6666

rvices 9807 6666 roofing RUBBISH

glass services

GLASS SERVICES

NOW IN ation

rubbish removal

REMOVAL

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Deceased Estates All Residential & Business Waste Trees Lopped Demolition 25yrs+ Exp. Seniors Discounts

0418 486 665 9550 2046

position vacant

Business for sale

AUTO MECHANIC

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Wanted for long established successful local Ryde area workshop.

Good conditions and wages with excellent EST RYDE ROVERS 013 Soccer Registrations future prospects of New Members Welcome! management.

FOR SALE EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST WELCOME FOR LONG ESTABLISHED BUSY RESTAURANT IN RYDE AREA.

Situated in busy shopping centre precinct.

Fully licensed and seats 90 guests.

GIRLS JUST WANT TO Indoor and outside dining.

HAVE FUN? Plenty of parking. Any cuisine welcome.

New Players Welcome

ren Laing is presented with a framed women’s jersey by Rovers’ Life Member Karen Harrison.

Apply in person to Terry 0409 361 336

ms in 2012 including 13 women’s teams!

6’s to All Age, Over 35’s, Over 45’s &

INQUIRIES in confidence to John 0414 418 206

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Cars for sale HONDA CR-V 2014 first owner, VTi-Auto 88,900km, Logbook, Blue, Tinted windows, alloy wheels, 12 months rego till Feb 2021 price $15,900 ono Ph 0416 783 105 HOLDEN Captiva 2007 seats 7, 6 cyl auto good engine unregistered $950.00 Ph 0469 962 947

Caravans For Sale CARAVAN Olympic pop top 2001, 16Ftx7’6” single axle, 2 singles, upfront kitchen, full annexe many extras, little use always garaged $13,800 Ph 0428 516 510

For Sale CABINET Six piece glass line near new, selling very cheap 10c Ph 9888 9611 PYE Record player, cassette player & radio $50 ono, plays 33 45’s Ph 0415 953 099 DVD Player SAST, karaeoke machine, CD’s VCD $50 ono Ph 0415 953 099 VINTAGE Compressor small electric with air line, new air gauge & spray gun, new pumps up tyres $150 ono Ph 0415 953 099 EXTERNAL Door second hand timber 2030x870x35 $50, Fairlane dress rims $100, dishwasher above bench $100 Ph 9874 8509

HP Computer bag for laptop $10 Ph 0415 953 099 STEAM Mop $50, Garnet steam cleaner Kambrook $50 Ph 0415 953 099 LAMP for Bedroom or loungeroom $50 Ph 0415 953 099 TOOL Box aluminium as new 2M Long x 500 x 750, suit builder or tradesman, cost $1290 sell for $500 Ph 9817 1822 0413 115 242 FOLDUP Table 1800x740 $35 Ph 0415 953 099 TRAVEL Bag for men’s suit good cond $25 Ph 0415 953 099 LOUNGE 2 & a Half Seater cream fabric zipped covers washable very comfy $200 Ph 9809 3831 INDUSTRIAL Ladder new 34 feet long extended $250, Ryobi grass Scorpion $80, 24” Aquaquip fibreglass filter & 1HP pool pump & salt chlorinator $750 Ph 0450 536 277 FRIDGE Whirlpool for sale $70 Ph 0417 251 903 BOX Trailer 7Ftx4Ft with cage plus extended draw bar with tray $1,000 ono Ph 0428 586 856 BEDROOM Furniture Bedside tables 3 very beautiful items high quality $35, $45, $25 each Ph 0425 370 022

FRIDGE Haier 222Ltr freezer on top works good $100.00 can deliver Ph 0469 962 947

BBQ Umbrella 3 meter wide classic $30, special stand $10, also 2 new smaller ones $15 each Ph 0425 370 022

AIR Conditioner inverter Panasonic CU-E21 cool 6.3, heat 7.2, as new still in box $1000, antique style mirror $100 ono Ph 9874 8509

GARDEN Tools $3 to $7, Leaf blower $30 for fast easy job also garden table $25 Ph 0425 370 022

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Authorities seek 300 people from infected Civic Hall

New South Wales Health yesterday issued a public health warning for anyone who attended the Sydney Church of Christ service held at the Ryde Civic Hall on Sunday, March 8.

Nine people who attended the service have been diagnosed with coronavirus and NSW Health has urged the 300 people who attended the event to be checked for symptoms It advises that these

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BARRASS Elene Joyce - “Joy” Sergeant NSW Police - Passed “Gug” - Passed away March 13. away March 13. Formerly of North Late of Gladesville. Aged 98 years.

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CEPAK George Anthony - Passed SMITH Gloria Carmen - Passed away March 19. Late of Wentworth away March 17. Late of Orange.

Point. Formerly of Epping. Aged 75 Formerly of North Ryde. Aged 94 years. years.

COLLINS Kevin Frederick SUDLOW Faye Elizabeth - Passed Passed away March 13. Late away March 16. Aged 85 years. of Northmead.

Formerly of WALKER John Bernard Carlingford.

Passed away March 20. Late of HUDSON Fay Ursula (nee Plasto) Concord. Aged 89 years. Mass of - Passed away March 20. Formerly Christian Burial in its entirety in St of Hunters Hill and Kirribilli.

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The Ryde Civic Hall, where at least nine people were infected by the virus. navirus Health Information Line can be reached on 1800 020 080.

The City of Ryde stressed that at no stage did NSW Health contact the City of Ryde to directly inform Council about the confirmed COVID-19 cases prior to yesterday’s warning.

The City of Ryde Council confirmed that no other events were held at the Ryde Civic Hall on March 8.

The Council did confirm that NSW Health advised it there is an extremely low risk of infection for any subsequent event held at the Ryde Civic Hall after March 8.

The Sydney Church of Christ service was held prior to the Federal Government restricting the number of people at non-essential indoor events to 100 or fewer.

The Council is contacting all the hirers

From page 8 “And we did not break the Code of Meeting practice because there was no motion, just a letter from Councillor Zhou to the Prime Minister which, by the way, he had already sent.”

The Weekly Times asked Clr Yedelian why his team didn’t stay to hear the letter read.

“This was one meeting to deal with one item,” he said.

“The emergency meeting was only to deal with delegated authority and that concluded when the vote was taken.

“And If there is an emergency motion than courtesy demands councillors are informed.

“The first we heard about this letter was what we read during the meeting.”

Councillor Yedelian said he has concerns that the Zhou letter purports to represent the views of the Chinese and Korean speaking communities.

“The letter actually says it is on behalf of the Chinese and Korean communities,” he said.

“As councillors we represent one community, the City of Ryde community, it is insulting and divisive

who used the venue after March 8 to inform them about the situation and the Civic Hall has been closed until further notice.

“The Ryde Civic Hall undergoes regular cleaning after each hire of the venue including disinfecting doors and handrails and will undergo a further deep clean, which will include stringent infection control procedures,” a council spokesperson said.

to claim you are on the council to represent one cultural community.”

The Deputy Mayor stressed that he had received hundreds of letters and emails from Chinese speaking residents concerned that the Prime Minister has not taken the stringent virus protection measures that have been seen in China.

He said the Korean speaking community concerns were brought to his attention by Korean Chamber of Commerce spokesman Jimmy Park.

Councillor Yedelian said it would be more appropriate to raise these concerns with health authorities.

“We are councillors, not medical experts,” he said.

The Weekly Times has found that as well as quarantine and social isolation concerns, the Chinese and Korean speaking communities have concerns about the number of beds in the Intensive Care Units of Ryde, Concord and Royal North Shore Hospitals.

Other concerns include the potential for the virus to survive on the surface of imported food and other items as well a shortage of face masks, hand sanitisers and toilet paper.

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Marie Dewhirst

from Women’s Bowls NSW has been received, that ALL bowls events are to be suspended immediately, for an indefinite period. This is due to the growing concerns around the spreading of the COVID-19 within the community. Stay safe everyone!!!

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Gladesville Women

Tue Mar 17 Social Triples A Barton K Ruse E Meagher d C Stock, C Bamback L Macdonald, E Craven J Bryant K Russell d R Eagles M Luckey E Malcolm Raffle Sue Hardacre.A directive

North Ryde RSL Women

Tue Mar 17 Rk 1 A Broholm J Bax L Humphreys d P Ying B Law I Hitchens Win Rk 1 as above As of Mar 17 there will be no more women’s

Bowling Round-up bowls. This decision was made by Women’s Bowls Australia that all bowling stop until further notice is given. This means all Championship and District State events are on hold. Bowling friends please look after your self. Our AGM is on Apr 2 2pm. See you on the green soon

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Ryde’s famous Carlile Swimming is forced to close

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RYDE’s famous Carlile Swimming has been forced to close the club’s pools due to the virus.The closure announcement coincides with the forced closure of the Ryde Aquatic and Leisure Centre on Monday.

Carlile Swimming has been at the forefront of Australia’s Olympic and Commonwealth medal pursuits for 65 years and an emotive message from the club recognises the heartbreak the closure has caused.

“We understand that this may be upsetting to some of you as your children’s water safety and swim training is interrupted,” the club said.

“We know that many of our kids love to attend their weekly swimming lessons and look forward to their time in the pool. “We also realise this will cause a disruption to weekly routines that you and your children have become accustomed to.”

The closure was taken on government advice. “As swim teachers and parents, the safety and wellbeing of our swimming family is at the forefront of everything we do.”

“With this in mind, we have taken into consideration the information and guidelines from the Federal and State Governments, the Department of Health and the Federal and State Education Departments.

“This has led us to the difficult decision to close our pools and suspend our swim programs until further notice.” Family and individual accounts at Carlile Swimming will be placed on hold, with no further payments withdrawn.

Any remaining lessons paid for in March will be credited. “We thank you for your continued support of Carlile Swimming.” “We have been teaching kids to swim well for 65 years and we intend to keep doing so for many years to come. “Until then, stay safe and healthy.”

Ryde’s Carlile Swimming was founded 65 years by the late Forbes Carlile and his wife Ursula. While the club recognises that the forced closure is upsetting news, it intends to reopen after the virus epidemic. TWT onthe-spot PHOTO

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No fans is no excuse for a lacklustre local derby

No fans, Few thrills. Sydney FC players line up for the local derby.

THE EERIE ATMOSPHERE at Bankwest Stadium cannot excuse a poor performance by Sydney FC in the weekend local derby, Sky Blues players said yesterday.

The derby against Western Sydney Wanderers ended in a one all draw in front of an empty stadium and star playmaker Luke Brattan conceded the lack of fans is no excuse for missed opportunities.

“Not good enough,” he said.

“No intensity, there wasn’t anything hap-

pening and we weren’t good enough.”

“We can’t use the empty stadium as an excuse, it’s on us.

“Players like me need to get the ball and make things happen.

“I think we need to do what we do, have the ball, keep the ball and tire teams out and penetrate them when we get the chance.”

A slow start to the game saw end-to-end action from both sides before Sky Blues ace Adam Le Fondre shot low and was denied

by Wanderers keeper Daniel Lopar.

Le Fondre then popped up to nab goal 17 of the campaign to put the Sky Blues ahead in the 35th minute.

Harry Van Der Saag almost made an instant impact off the bench before a deflection from the Wanderers Kwame Yeboah wrongfoots Redmayne to gives the Wanderers their equaliser with eight minutes remaining.

Another point earned by the Sky Blues sees them push eight points clear at the top, edging closer to the Hyundai A-League Premiership.

Two yellow cards was issued in a lacklustre game when the Sky Blues Paulo Retre was booked by referee Shaun Evans in the 30th minute and the Wanderers Jordan O’Doherty was booked in the 66th minute.

The A-League has been the last domino to fall in the cancellation of professional sports competitions across Australia.

Football Federation Australia (FFA) boss

James Johnson described the decision to immediately postpone the rest of the season with six rounds to as very difficult and tough.

“Football comes to you today with a united voice .. but the truth is, we don’t know how this virus is going to move.”

Mr Johnson said.

“This is a unanimous decision of the FFA board, but it is also the unanimous decision of the A-League clubs,” he said.

“We want to ensure that the players’ mind frames are that the league will resume as soon as possible.

“The decision to postpone is in line with other leagues around the world.

“To get so close to completing the season is certainly a disappointment and to miss out by a few short weeks is heartbreaking for the players, the clubs and also the fans.”

Sports Star Award Night Postponed

THE next TWT Ryde Sports Foundation (Club Six) Sports Star award night has been postponed.

The next Ryde Sports Foundation awards night – which honours our local sporting heroes – has been postponed. TWT on-the-spot PHOTO

Kim Clayton from the Ryde Sports Foundation told The Weekly Times the major awards night in May at the Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club has been postponed and the monthly sports at North Ryde Golf Club presentation night on Friday April 3 has also been postponed.

“We are not cancelling totally, these events have just been postponed,” Ms Clayton said.

“We will still be be honouring the award winners and presenting the $1,000 prize money.”

The last two award winners for the year will be announced in The Weekly Times alongside a report on their achievements.

The Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club is currently closed until further notice.

“Our teams have stopped training, the competitions have ceased and junior rugby league has been suspended until further notice.

“It is just a case of wait and see at this stage.”

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JOHN ALEXANDER Bennelong MP

ANTHONY ROBERTS Lane Cove MP

JIM McCLYMONT Ryde Eastwood Leagues President

JORDAN LANE Clr for City of Ryde

DICk READING North Ryde RSL Club President

VICTOR DOMINELLO Ryde MP

DOMINIC PERROTTET Epping State Member

BOB DwYER Mayor of Parramatta

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Hello Harry – Farewell Paul But playing debut delayed

by NRL comp suspension By the one eyed Tiger

Promising young hooker Harry Grant has joined the Tigers this week in an historic swap deal with Tigers centre Paul Momirovski who will join the Mexicans south of the border for a year.

New Tigers hooker Harry Grant, right, will swap jerseys with Tigers Paul Momirovski who will have an exchange stint for a season south of the border with the Mexicans. Thanks Paul and welcome Harry.

They are scheduled to return to their respective contracted clubs next year.

Tigers supercoach Michael “Madge” Maguire welcomed the move saying Harry is a welcome addition to the Tigers squad to fill in for the injured hook-

er heir apparent Jacob Liddle following the retirement of Robbie Farah.

However the devastating announcement on Monday by the NRL that the 2020 comp will be suspended as a result of the deadly coronavirus scare will delay seeing Harry in his new Tigers jersey.

However we look forward to seeing Harry in his Tigers jersey at Leichhardt Oval HQ in the not too distant future.

See ya there.

IMPORTANT CLUB NOTICE To our loyal Ryde-Eastwood family, don’t worry - we will be back!

Due to Government legislation regarding COVID-19, it is unfortunate that Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club is closed until further notice.

We apologise to members, guests and staff at this difficult time.

Rest assured we are working hard to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all when the club eventually reopens.

Thank you.

RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB

117Ryde Ryedale 117 Ryedale Road West NSWRoad 2114 West Ryde NSW 2114 Tel: 02 9807 2444 www.releagues.com.au Tel: 02 9807 2444 www.releagues.

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