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Wednesday, 21 June, 2023 817 VICTORIA ROAD, RYDE Your multi AWARD WINNING local newspaper! Page 16 VOL. 102 NO. 22 PUBLISHED 100 YEARS www.weeklytimes.com.au P.O. BOX 123, RYDE 1680 PHONE: 9807-6666 OFF *RRP 9427 9312 I 1300 925 463 Showroom - BY APPOINTMENT 14/2-6 Chaplin Drive, Lane Cove West 95A Pittwater Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110 Instagram: @boroniabakehouse Ph 9817 1162 Open 7 days Mon-Fri: 6am-6pm Sat: 6am-4pm Sun: 6.30am-3pm bakehouse Boronia Try one of our 3 BLENDS OF COFFEE • PIES - See our recent Medal Award pies • SAUSAGE ROLLS • COFFEES with your choice of blend • HOT CHOCOLATES AND CHAI WINTER WARMERS Alex Twal breaks his hoodoo!! WIN DISNEY ON ICE TICKETS SEE PAGE 2 WIN!! with TWT INSIDE This Week Cathie’s Column ............................. 2 JB’s World ........................................ 3 Letters & Columns .......................... 4 City of Ryde ..................................... 7 Real Estate/Finance ....................... 9 Handy Phone Guide .............. 10 - 13 Classifieds ..................................... 14 Around the Clubs & Sport .......... 15 One Eyed Tiger ............................. 16 JB’s World Edwin Matiuk Farewelled This Sunday at 3pm EDWIN MATIUK foundation chairman of Ryde Business Forum will be farewelled this Sunday at his Memorial Service at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club at 3pm. Details see Page 3. Disney On Ice THREE LUCKY readers can win tickets for their family to see the latest Disney on Ice production. Hunters Hill Theatre THREE LUCKY readers have won double passes to Hunters Hill Theatre’s new production, ‘When Dad Married Fury’. Tigers Den TWO LUCKY readers can win double passes to the TWT VIP Lounge at Club Ryde’s Tigers Den to catch the Tigers match on the big screen! DETAILS, SEE PAGE 2 TIME TO FIX TOLL RIPOFFS! The NSW Government’s Independent Toll Review led by Professor Allan Fels AO is engaging the public in its task to recommend a simpler, fairer and more efficient tolling system for Sydney, with the release of a discussion paper, a call for public submissions and the announcement of upcoming public hearings. SEE PAGE 3

2 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 MIDWAY SHOPPING CENTRE 117 North Rd Denistone East COX’S ROAD MALL 211 Coxs Rd, North Ryde Ph 9805 0986 Ph 9870 8955 NEW TRADING HOURS Monday to Friday 7am-5.30pm Saturday 7am – 4pm Sunday 10am - 1pm If inconvenient please call or text to 0412 010 353 to utilise our pickup and delivery service. WIN, WIN, WIN with TWT! The adventure delivers compelling storytelling through multi-leveled production numbers and will tour six Australian cities in June-July 2023. Tickets are on sale now - and three lucky readers of The Weekly Times can win tickets for their family (admit four). TO WIN tickets for your family for Disney on Ice, visit our website - weeklytimes.com.au - and click on the WIN with TWT tab and follow the instructions. Embark on a quest with Mickey Mouse and pals as they follow Captain Hook’s treasure map for clues to find Tinker Bell after he attempts to capture her magic. Journey across the Marigold Bridge with Miguel from Disney©Pixar’s Coco into the magnificent and mystical Land of the Dead and discover a vibrantly colorful performance with skeletons atop sway poles dancing over the audience in a beautiful cultural celebration of family. Travel to the wintry world of Arendelle and sing along with Elsa as video projection creates a kaleidoscope of crystals to help build her ice palace. Witness Belle lift into the sky as the enchanted chandelier comes to life high over the ice. Demonstrate the power of teamwork when Buzz Lightyear, Woody and Jessie recruit the Green Army Men for a daring rescue in Andy’s room. Laugh hysterically as the hilarious pirates flip, tumble, and twist on tumble tracks, stilts and more in an effort to showcase their talents for Captain Hook. Sail away with Moana on her daring voyage across the ocean and bravely encounter the fiery wrath of Te Ka. And make memories with your whole family during Aladdin and The Little Mermaid as the search party becomes an all-out celebration. WHERE: Sydney 12-16 July Qudos Bank Arena during school holidays TICKETS: General public tickets on sale from www.ticketek.com.au/disneyonice Hunters Hill TheatreTicket Winners Three lucky TWT readers have won double passes to GIVEAWAY for the upcoming Hunters Hill production of When Dad Married Fury. When Dad Married Fury, which opened on June 16, is Hunters Hill Theatre’s second offering for the 2023 season. Written by David Williamson, ‘When Dad Married Fury’ tells the story of a 70 year-old dad worth a cool $100 million. His beneficiaries were his two sons until Dad married Fury, an American beauty queen half his age. There is no pre-nup. Family greed, jealousy and recriminations bob around in a sea of verbal hydrochloric acid in true David Williamson style; in the end, money is not what connects the family, but committed relationships. For more information visit huntershilltheatre. com.au or email: boxoffice@huntershilltheatre. com.au or phone 9879 7765 Tigers Den TWT VIP double passes TWO LUCKY readers can win double passes to the TWT VIP Lounge at Club Ryde’s Tigers Den for the Tigers’ Saturday, July 1 away clash with North Queensland Cowboys. Club Ryde has all the action from every Tigers match on the Tigers Den giant screen as well as promotional giveaways and bar and food trucks, with Happy Hour drink prices during all Tigers games. TO WIN a Double Pass visit our website - weeklytimes.com.au - and click on the WIN with TWT tab and follow the instructions. Entries close Monday, June 26 at 5pm and winners will be contacted, with their names published in our June 28 edition. Disney On Ice presents 100 Years of Wonder is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air. Father Martin’s Musings To know and to love They included works such as Hamlet, King Lear and Macbeth then her love for the works of Shakespeare never dried up! And I am sure that over time this teacher conveyed this same love to many of her students. There is an enduring and valuable life principle here and that is in life to truly appreciate someone and their works we often need to go beyond just knowing about them to then appreciate what motivates them and then what shapes their words and works. This is the fruit of a process that takes time and perseverance, yet in passing on what they have to offer is often the best way to go. There was a great story where in New York city at a big dinner a great classical actor was asked to recite the famous psalm The Lord is my Shepherd when he finished to a great round of applause an unknown guest also recited the same psalm and when he finished people were stunned. The actor wisely said; “I knew the psalm but this man obviously knew the shepherd!” Jesus of Nazareth makes this point; “These people honour me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.” (Matthew Chapter 15, verse 8) Fr Martin R Maunsell is a Catholic hospital chaplain Only recently I read where a long serving English teacher shared that she gained her great love for the works of William Shakespeare (1564-1616) simply by seeing his works in a library and then deciding to read them. Premier supports Rotary Greta crash appeal fund The club also urges TWT readers to donate money through the Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS) at: https://donations. rawcs.com.au/78-2022-23 The fund will be co-managed by the State Government and Rotary Australia and will mostly provide benevolent relief and support to impacted people in the close-knit community of Cessnock and Singleton. The State Government immediately donated $100,000 and Premier Chris Minns has urged people to support the Rotary fund. “When tragic events like this occur, it’s the Australian way to reach out and support one another,” he said. “I know many people are looking at ways to support the families affected by this heartbreaking accident and I encourage people to donate directly through the website to get funds to those who need them most.” The Rotary Club of North Ryde has donated one thousand dollars to an appeal organised by the Rotary Club of Singleton Sunrise to support families and people impacted by the Greta bus crash. ☐ Premier Chris Minns visited the crash site in Greta last week. Little Mermaid swims into new Lane Cove Theatre Macquarie Singers seek new voices “All singers are warmly welcome including those who are very experienced and those who have never sung in a choir before,” Sue Bockerman from the Macquarie Singers said. “Basses and Tenors are encouraged to give it a go, as are Sopranos and Altos and all those who aren’t sure of their voice type.” Interested singers can audition via Zoom and more details can be found on the website www. mus.org.au “The choir is under the friendly direction of Dr Philip Eames accompanied by Callum Tolhurst-Close and our rehearsals are held on Monday evenings from 7pm to 9:30pm at the North Ryde Uniting Church, 2 Cutler Pde, North Ryde,” Sue Bockerman said. Readers are also invited to a FREE “A Capella Singing Workshop” on Saturday 29th July 29 from 3:30 to 5pm at the North Ryde Uniting Church. For further enquiries email: membsec@mus. org.au The Macquarie Singers invite readers of The Weekly Times to audition for places with their famous choir. ☐ The Macquarie Singers. Historic house needs volunteers The reputedly haunted Victorian house in Lane Cove has been fully restored and is open every third weekend of each month. It is maintained by the Lane Cove Historical Society which has appealed for volunteers. “The volunteers are needed to help with our very popular Devonshire Tea open weekends and if you feel you could help out on a regular basis once a month please let us know by phoning us on 0434 757 300.” Carisbrook House will be hosting a Devonshire Tea weekend on Saturday, July 15 from 10am to 4pm and on Sunday, July 16 from 10am to 4pm. Historic Carisbrook House is seeking volunteers. ☐ Carisbrook House Bennolong group invites you to a Sydney festival “Come along and enjoy Naidoc Week festival activities on Saturday July 8 from 11 am until 3pm at Hyde Park Sydney,’’ Group spokesperson Judy MacGregor said. “We will have information stalls, music, dances and stories celebrating Aboriginal culture and heritage.” NAIDOC WEEK ( National Aboriginals and Islanders Day Observance Day Committee) is celebrated from Sunday July 2 to Sunday July 9 and this year’s theme is “For Our Elders”. The first event was a community activist day in 1972 .. see poster, above. The Bennelong Reconciliation Group has invited readers of my weekly column to celebrate our First Nations heritage at a festival day in Hyde Park. ☐ The 1972 poster. Lane Cove Theatre has welcomed Lane Cove Council’s decision to convert the council meeting room into a performance space. ‘’This means that we will have a permanent home right in the heart of Lane Cove after 30 years of nomadic wandering,” Lane Cove Theatre President Lochie Bey said. The new venue is expected to host upcoming shows that include The Little Mermaid.

Wednesday 21 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 3 NRG 2023 Holiday Program 3rd - 7th July 9am-3pm REGISTER AT: northrydeanglican.org.au $200 Registration includes Hat, T-Shirt, Morning Tea, Craft and all electives Onsite at North Ryde Anglican Church 152 Cox's Rd North Ryde Opposite IGA 2023 Morning Electives: Cooking, Craft, Dance, Drama, Nerf, Sports & Stem 2023 Afternoon Electives: Chess (New 2023 - Norwest Chess academy Coaches) - Singing (New 2023 - Professional educators - inc Australian Girls Choir experience) - Basketball - Netball - Martial Arts, Soccer (Kickstart sports coaches) NRG 2023 Holiday Program 3rd - 7th July 9am-3pm REGISTER AT: northrydeanglican.org.au $200 Registration includes Hat, T-Shirt, Morning Tea, Craft and all electives Onsite at North Ryde Anglican Church 152 Cox's Rd North Ryde Opposite IGA 2023 Morning Electives: Cooking, Craft, Dance, Drama, Nerf, Sports & Stem 2023 Afternoon Electives: Chess (New 2023 - Norwest Chess academy Coaches) - Singing (New 2023 - Professional educators - inc Australian Girls Choir experience) - Basketball - Netball - Martial Arts, Soccer (Kickstart sports coaches) JB’s World GWENDA BATES thank you for advising me of the passing of Wally Allan some little time ago who you say you worked with him for many years. Wally was quite a character who contacted me many moons ago to say he saw all the birthday greetings in my column and wanted to know what he had to do to be included. I replied, just be yourself and let me know your birthday date. Hence he delighted in seeing his name in print for many years but he wasn’t around to advise me when to stop! So thanks again Gwenda in being a good sport and advising me of his passing and conFAREWELL EDWIN MATIUK ☐ The late Edwin Matiuk ☐ Dr Anthony Ching Memorial Service this Sunday EDWIN JOSEPH MATIUK Memorial Service is this Sunday June 25 at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club 116 Booralie Road Terrey Hills at 3pm – 5pm. Edwin’s family of widow Ingrid and children Eva, Robert and Sonia invite all to attend the service and share in the commemorations. Edwin suffered a sudden heat attack on on May 28 and fortunately Ingrid was with him and the passing was swift and without prolonged suffering. Ingrid says the family are immensely grateful for the love they were receiving and their cherished memories of Edwin were providing them with strength. Edwin was a highly intelligent and intellectually blessed individual who always had a personal point of view on matters and causes that mattered. JB was fortunate enough to have known Edwin personally and nominated him for foundation chairman of Ryde Business Forum which is now known as Macquarie Park Ryde Business Chamber. My apology to the family for being absent on Sunday as I am currently detained in rehabilitation in Austria. Please RSVP for catering purposes to memorial@ kuitam.com if you can attend the memorial service. and Mary McDonell of Ryde. * * * ALICE BRIG- ID LILLIAN ROSE COGGAN celebrates 30 today in Canberra the miracle baby daughter of Steve and Trish Coggan who I reported last week was only 610 grams when born prematurely in Canberra Hospital. Trish was blind with a rare disease and Alice is one of only a very few babies to survive worldwide and she featued in the international media including the Women’s Weekly as well of course as the international TWT via the internet. Today Trish is a normal young lady enjoying family life and keeping in contact with dad Steve and brother Edward. When born her entire hand was the size of my small finger nail! I will never forget it. * * * JANA (nee Rebicek) EICHMEYER better half of Johannes Eichmeyer, son and heir of JB’s better half Ulrike Eichmeyer Booth, celebrates in Vienna tomorrow and JB hopes to join in the birthday celebrations while in Austria this week participating in advanced rehab following my recent hospitalisation. * * * THERESE ALEXANDRA EVALD who recently visited Oz especially for my special birthday celebrates in Copenhagen Friday for her special day with hubby Christian and their beautiful five year old daughter Elly and baby boy Arthur named in honour of my father Arthur John Booth. Here’s hoping to catch up again in the not too distant future. * * * PATRICK LONG- FIELD a longtime member of Ryde Rotary Club and my favourite global warming/climate change and whatever next alarmist celebrates 82 golden years Satur- day. PETER THOMAS MENTON our inaugural TWT sales director and hubby of ELEA- NOR LANDAYAN MENTON and father of JB Godchildren ROSALINA MARY MENTON and DAVID JOHN MENTON celebrates 75 memorable years Sunday. Looking forward to a birthday celebration when I re- turn Peter. NORM CASAMENTO formerly of Boronia Park Newsagency earns his OBE (Over Bloody Eighty) plus one on Monday same day former TWT journo MICHAEL JOHN HOHENSEE celebrates 85. * * * M A G D A L E N A EICHMEYER TRUJILLO is learning life begins at forty plus when she faces 43 candles on her birthday cake in Vienna next Wednesday celebrating with hub- by Sergio and kiddlies Martina nine plus and Mathias nearly seven. Magdalena’s mum Ulrike enjoyed her time babysitting during her Covid enforced lockdown in Austria while their parents are successful professional musicians on the virus restricted entertainment scene locally and internationally. Ulrike is also babysitting for number three daughter Elisabeth who is a music teacher and violinist at the Vienna International School and has two children Sarah and Michael. Lisi also celebrates a birthday next Saturday July 1. Ian Henderson of Ryde Rotary also celebrates Wednesday facing 83 candles on his birth- day cake. * * * JUDY HARRIS Ryde Citizen of the Year 2011 and president of Ryde Lions and stalwart mem- ber of Ryde Lantern Club and past member of Sydney St George’s Guild of former scouts and guides celebrates 80 golden years next Friday June 30 with hubby Brian and children and grandchildren. Happy daze all.. * * * BUMPER STICKER: Jokes about German sausage are the wurst! * * * Keep Smiling! - JOHN F BOOTH AM firming that Wally was a good regular guy. * * * DR ANTHONY CHING of Eastwood’s ABC Dental clinic is one of the community’s most active communty members and heads This Week’s TWT Birthday Honours List. Anthony is an active committee member of Eastwood’s Granny Smith Festival, East- wood Chamber of Commerce and numerous local organisations and societies. He celebrates another birthday tomorrow the same day as Milan Acosta turns 43 and Ruby Geddes turns eleven. * * * G A B R I E L L E O’DONNELL of Gladesville and a former Ryde Councillor celebrates today while the family of Beverley and Malcolm Anderson celebrate their 71st wedding anniversary same day as Bob Hill formerly of North Ryde now 100 years young would’ve celebrated with his bride Irene at the former Poplars hos- pital now Hesta. Also the wedding anni- versary of the late Vince Fels Toll Review announces public hearings At the same time, Professor Fels and his deputy Dr David Cousins AM have provided the public with a snapshot of where work by Treasury and Transport for NSW was up to upon their appointment. The previous work undertaken was never released in any form by the former Government, despite a promise to do so by the end of 2022. Govt rules out congestion tax, motorway extension The snapshot provides a number of reform options, including an entry charge to the CBD – commonly known as a congestion tax in other international cities. Another option was to consider extending the Sydney motorway network by placing tolls on previously untolled roads to create a larger, continuous network. The NSW Government is today ruling out both options, as both are contrary to Labor’s election commitments. Roads Minister John Graham said neither option fitted the Government’s pledge to end the era of “toll mania” under the previous Coalition government and take financial pressure off households The NSW Government’s Independent Toll Review led by Professor Allan Fels AO is engaging the public in its task to recommend a simpler, fairer and more efficient tolling system for Sydney, with the release of a discussion paper, a call for public submissions and the announcement of upcoming public hearings. and businesses that have felt the brunt of toll inflation in recent years. “Toll mania is a thing of the past which is why I need to be very clear and say the NSW Government will not support any recommendations to place tolls on previously untolled roads and there will be no charge to drive into the Sydney CBD, as we promised in the election,” Mr Graham said. “The previous Coalition government did not release the tolling options that were being considered by them but we believe this snapshot of work will help Professor Fels and Dr Cousins as they move to the next stage of their Review and engage the public on creating a simpler and more equitable toll network.” “Our tolling system is broken. There are fixed charges, distance charges, mixed access and distance-based tolls, amongst other things. This needs to be sorted out and this government is doing exactly that.” The Fels Inquiry will benefit from the considerable and detailed work done by Treasury and Transport and build on that over the coming months into 2024. “We need to find a simpler and more equitable system for the people of NSW, and the previous government’s work did not go far enough,” NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said. “We are working towards providing financial relief for motorists not only by implementing a $60 weekly cap in the short term but also by finding the best possible solutions for long-term toll reform.” Options canvassed include network pricing that would involve an access charge and a distance-based charge, with all motorways moving to a common pricing structure. A variant to this is a geographic motorway zone system. Professor Fels’ discussion paper will help guide public submissions and the review will then lead three days of public hearings in July to hear from members of the public, businesses and industry stakeholders about the impacts of tolls and ideas for reform. “I need to acknowledge the extensive work done already done in this space however much more consideration and consultation is needed to create conditions for real reform,” Professor Allan Fels AO said. “It is so important we hear from the public and other key stakeholders and I look forward to speaking with many face-to-face.” The Fels Review will publicly release its final report next year with the government to consider its recommendations. The peak body representing councils in Greater Western Sydney, the Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC), has welcomed the NSW Government’s announcement of an independent review of motorway tolling in NSW. “WSROC has been advocating for a review of road tolls over many years, urging the government to make toll roads simpler and fairer,” said WSROC President, Councillor Barry Calvert. “The people of Western Sydney are more greatly impacted by tolling issues than other parts of Sydney, due to their greater dependence on private vehicles resulting from Western Sydney’s lack of equivalent public transport coverage and capacity. “Also, on average, Western Sydney residents travel further to access jobs, services, and recreation. “As a result, tolls represent the second largest cost for most households in Western Sydney.” The NSW Government is set to introduce a $60 a week toll cap scheme for household motorists, and a reduction in the truck toll multiplier for heavy vehicles on the M5 East and M8 corridors from the start of next year, for two years. The Public Discussion paper can be found at: nsw.gov.au/have-your-say/toll-review The 2022 Summary Report can be found at: treasury.nsw.gov.au/toll-review Further information about NSW tolls including how and when to make a submission can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/tolling Cumberland Gang Show is back for 2023! Two hours of incredible entertainment for the whole family Cumberland Gang Show returns to the Riverside Theatre in 2023 these school holidays. The Scouts and Guides of Western Sydney invite you to join them as they Ignite the stage! The cast ranges in age from 8 to 30+ and are beyond excited to bring you this year’s show. Ignite is a revue style show which means every couple of minutes the scene changes and something new appears. It’s full of amazing dance routines, brilliant singing and hilarious comedy. This year you’ll see a wonderful mix of new material (written by the Gang Show’s local team), commercial songs along with some Gang Show favourites. Join us as we meet Caesar in Egypt, see the amazing tap-dancing Nannas, find out about the mysterious Project X, pay tribute to our incredible emergency services and so much more! If you have never seen a Cumberland Gang Show before, make this your first, it won’t be your last. For more information and tickets visit: riversideparramatta.com.au/whats-on/cumberland-gang-show-ignite/ Members of Italian Migrants of Ryde Committee presented a valuable resource on local history to City of Ryde Library earlier this month - the recently-launched publication on Italian Migrants of Ryde 1860-1960, ‘A One-Way Ticket’. It’s understood the book has been so popular the first print run has almost completely exhausted and a second print run of the book looks likely. Pictured handing over the book to Ryde Library are, l to r, Annette Lentini (Cox’s Road Mall), Lydia Scuglia (Hello World Top Ryde), Josie Howes (Secretary, Lady of Grace Fraternity), Ryde Mayor Sarkis Yedelian OAM, Angelina Bonifacio (Curator/Major Contributor - ‘A One-Way Ticket’), Ryde MP Jordan Lane, Kathleen Allen (City of Ryde), Roseanna Gallo (Community Leader) and Regina Torrisi (Midway Shopping Centre). ☐ TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO (A. Stavrinos) Italian book presented to Ryde Library

4 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 Hunters Hill Guest Column Trinity Sunday is a day where the church celebrates the Triune nature of God, the mystery of one God in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. To The POINT It is a wonderful masterpiece that many theologians have spent years and pages trying to unpack filled with beautiful words and phrases. When I was writing for Trinity Sunday I felt a certain resistance. I am not sure I have much to say. I can’t do this. I don’t want to do this. Then I started to realise the number of times I said I. So slowly putting the ego in its place I found myself more open to the word “WE”. It is this “WE” of God which continues to reach out to us, which opens doors and enables the flow of love to make itself present in our world. I wonder how many times we are even aware that we stop this flow of the WE. A few weeks ago, I sat with an inmate whose mother had died the night before. He recalled that despite his many years of drug and alcohol abuse she never once condemned him. One night a few months ago she said to him, “You’ll only be happy when you make amends with the past and give your heart to God.” So, after 20 years walking in the darkness, he accepted responsibility for his actions and apologised to his victims. He was set free. At that moment he realised that his mum had waited for him to cross that path before giving up her last breath. She was the face of Christ to him, loving him back to life. All he needed to do was open himself up to this Trinitarian flow once he stopped condemning himself. *** Pope Francis is working hard for a church that listens. A church that is open to new ways of being and a church that allows the flow of God to be alive. And it is here that the understanding of Trinity may become more relatable. Nicodemus, a Pharisee, and leader of the Jews comes to Jesus by night. He comes asking questions. Jesus reminds him that He did not come to condemn the world but to save it. Perhaps the world Jesus refers to is the one that lives within us, which says we are not good enough or have much to offer. The world within which blocks us off from the never-ending flow of God’s love. Is this the world Jesus wants to save? We seem pretty good at condemning ourselves. Richard J Korkor has played the role of Jesus in the Hunters Hill Way of the Cross Walk. On finding the WE of God HUNTER’S HILL HAPPENINGS with Mayor Zac Miles Red Shield Appeal This weekend, The Salvation Army will be out in the Hunters Hill Village (Saturday 25 June and Sunday 26 June), collecting donations for the Red Shield Appeal. All funds raised locally will be used by the Salvation Army to support networks of social and community services and programs in our area. Any and all support from the community can make an enormous impact to the lives of vulnerable people and help them out of crisis and to help them recover in times of need. I would like to thank the Salvos for their ongoing efforts to make out community a better place to live. To find out more about the Red Shield Appeal, including how you can help, go to: www.salvationarmy.org.au. Join the challenge Our Council is actively involved in supporting residents to take simple actions to improve recycling habits and reduce waste through councils local services, programs and events. Whether recycling with our partners RecycleSmart, running our sustainability events or disposing of plastic water bottles in the Return and Earn vending machine at the Henley Community Centre, taking small, practical steps is an easy way to be a part of the solution; and this makes a big difference to our environment here in Hunters Hill. Next month is Plastic Free July, a global movement aimed at taking action to reduce plastic waste in our streets, oceans and green spaces. The Plastic Free July challenge provides resources and ideas to help participants reduce single-use plastic waste every day at home, work, school and in the community. Join the challenge to go plastic free this July to be part of the solution to reduce our footprint and help preserve our municipality - it can be as easy as picking one single-use plastic item to avoid or swap for a reusable alternative. We can all do our part to help reduce waste. For more information about Plastic Free July and how you can get involved, visit www.plasticfreejuly.org. Clr Zac Miles is Mayor of Hunter’s Hill The Red Shield Appeal’s annual fundraiser has for many years now assisted some of the most vulnerable members of our community. By Richard KorKor LETTERS to the Editor TWT welcomes letters from our readers. You can submit yours at: weeklytimes.com.au/letters Full name, address and telephone number MUST be supplied for letters sent by mail, even if not for publication. Send to: TWT PO Box 123, Ryde NSW 1680 Youth are key to our success Dear Sir, Young people are the key to success in a thriving community. Political action and participation are needed to start conversations about change. As a Year 11 student and longtime resident of Artarmon, I am passionate about representing my local electorate of Lane Cove in the YMCA Youth Parliament this year. Youth Parliament allows students across the state to debate the topics concerning our generation and present bills to ministers in NSW cabinet. The experience of reaching out and raising the issues faced by people in my amazing community has been an incredible part of my role as Youth MP. During the program’s training camp in March, I was ‘Leader of the House’ by my cohort, a position that allows me to facilitate the voices of my peers in debate. Through exchanging diverse perspectives across my cohort, I am hopeful of the change we can make as young people to help the future progress of our country. I firmly believe in the importance of taking action and the role of our representatives in parliament in making decisions that shape every facet of our lives. The future of climate justice and social equality is the responsibility of my generation. I look forward to the opportunity to debate in Parliament this July. JANET ZHENG Lane Cove Salvos Red Shield Appeal Dear Sir, Winter is here. It’s tax time, and it’s that time of year when many of us seek to hit the reset button as the new financial year rolls around – a fresh start. But for The Salvation Army and the thousands of people we support, it means something very different, particularly this year. We are extremely worried about those who are most vulnerable in our community, who are presenting to our services across the country, some for the first time. With this in mind, we want to simply say thank you. Thank you to the Australian public for thinking of others when it would be so easy to just think of yourselves. One of the greatest traits of Australians is that when the going gets tough, Aussies reach into their pockets and help someone in need. I love that about Australia. But it isn’t over yet. The Salvos are hoping to raise $37 million by June 30 to ensure our services and programs across the nation can continue, so nobody struggles alone. This end of financial year, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal by visiting salvationarmy.org.au or calling 13 SALVOS. MAJOR DAVID COLLINSON The Salvation Army Investment in infrastructure in North Sydney Infrastructure investment is a topic that elicits passionate reactions from people across our electorate. Our community has experienced first-hand the anxiety and devastation caused when multiple projects proceed at pace without community consultation. With the Warringah Freeway upgrade, the renovation of the North Sydney Olympic Pool, the exorbitant cost of the Western Harbour Tunnel, ongoing debate around the Northern Beaches Link, development of new sporting facilities and the restoration of public spaces – we are living among cranes, bulldozers and a diminishing tree canopy. Recently, the role of the Federal Government in the process of designating nationally significant infrastructure projects was a key area of debate in Parliament. This debate united almost the entire crossbench against the two major parties; we called for greater transparency, accountability and ultimately, community engagement. Infrastructure Australia is meant to be THE independent organisation, charged with providing advice on infrastructure planning, policy, and priorities to the Federal Government. For many years now it has been sidelined by governments disinclined to listen to advice critical of the politically expedient projects they wished to pursue. Consider the carpark rorts, the North Sydney Pool upgrade and other “promises” of the last decade and you can see why governments may have wanted to be able to continue to avoid external scrutiny. When in opposition, Labor was critical of government pork barrelling and called for reform. Now they are in government they are refusing to undertake real reform. The views I expressed during the debate were drawn broadly from an independent review of Infrastructure Australia completed a few years ago which the Morrison Government sat on. Labor has actioned only seven of its 16 recommendations. It looks like transparency, accountability and true community engagement are just as elusive with this government as they were with the last. Kylea Tink is the independent MP for North Sydney. BY KYLEA TINK MP Independent Federal Member for North Sydney MORE LETTERS PAGE 14

Wednesday 21 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 5 Controversial Montefiore proposal to go before a local planning panel tomorrow A previous proposal by Montefiore was recently rejected because its development agency Urbis had not met required procedural documentation and the new proposal seeks to build 144 apartments with a reduction of 126 beds - from 333 to 207 - from a previous proposal. Independent Clr Jim Sanderson said tomorrow’s meeting is being ‘’rushed through’’ without adequate public consultation despite Urbis recently holding public consultation events. Councillor Sanderson said he shares local residents’ concerns that changes to the local environment plan will set a precedent that will allow property developers to push for other four to six storey buildings in the mostly residential suburb. “I have been listening to residents who live near the Montefiore site and I share their concerns about this planning proposal and in particular the proposed increases to the maximum building height controls,’’ he said. “I am also very concerned about the haste with which this process is being managed when we should be involving our community as soon as possible and utilising all the time available under the legislation to get our responses right.” Councillors are expected to discuss the planning panel’s recommendations during the June 26 Council meeting. Councillor Sanderson said this discussion ‘’does not align’’ with a council resolution to hold a community meeting as soon as practicable after the lodgement of a planning proposal for the Montefiore site but a council spokesperson said ratepayers will be given an opportunity to have their say at a public meeting before any proposal is given a green light, even under a state government backed Gateway determination process. “An important phase following Gateway determination is the public exhibition and assessment stage, engaging with the community,’’ the spokesperson said on the concil website. “This is the stage where public submissions can be lodged and considered and at the conclusion of the public exhibition and assessment stage a report will then be considered by Council.’’ The public exhibition and assessment phase is expected to be from August to October. Urbis has also given a commitment to consult with the community. “Montefiore will continue community and stakeholder engagement through the project approval process including exhibition and determination phases and after the exhibition Montefiore will review its plans and address all submissions from the community, key authorities, and government agencies.’’ its proposal submission states. “This includes providing information about the proposal and updates on the approvals process and enabling the community to seek clarification through two-way communication channels.” Montefiore Redevelopment Community Action Association spokesman Bob Hayes will speak at tomorrow’s planning panel meeting but expressed concern he’d only been notified about the meeting on Friday. He said Hunter’s Hill residents support local environmental plan height restrictions of two storeys. “What they are now proposing is to build the four storey apartments on the outside of the site and in the centre of the site they will build two six storey apartments, which will be completely out of character with the local area.” Residents had previously expressed concern about traffic and on-site parking but they said Montefiore has since assured them it will build a 260 spot underground carpark. The Local Planning Panel for Hunter’s Hill will meet at 11.30am tomorrow (Thursday) to consider a proposal by the Montefiore Jewish Home in Boronia Park to amend the area’s local environment plan to permit an on-site development of four and six storey independent aged care apartments. ☐ Montefiore’s masterplan for its Hunters Hill proposal Megastar pushes legal case against local mother “This is very vindictive” Katie Perry told The Weekly Times the American singer will appeal against the verdict which found her all Australian fashion label - under her own name - did not breach a trademark of the multinational Katy Perry brand. “I was just so upset when I received news of the appeal, they’ve challenged everything in the verdict and it is now going to be another one to two years in court and I could lose everything,” she said. “What is also upsetting are the trolls on social media spreading some very hurtful lies about me.’’ The appeal will be heard in the Federal Court where two out of three judges must agree the original verdict in Katie’s favour was wrong. Katie said she hopes the first verdict will be upheld because it took 15 months of deliberations and was a substantial finding. “This appeal just seems very vindictive and is about saying I’m more powerful than you and forcing me give up to save the time and expense of going through the court system again.” She said she would continue to fight to save her trademark to set an example to her two young children. “If you back down to a bully what does that teach them?” she asked. “But it does take a toll because I’m all about kindness and I hate fighting with anyone.” The young mum said she has been buoyed by support from the Hunters Hill community and from people coming up to her at The Rocks Markets on Saturdays where she sells her original fashions. “The support I’ve received from the community has been beautiful, it keeps me going,” she said. The Hunters Hill mum who recently won a trademark dispute against American mega star Katy Perry said she’s shocked by last week’s appeal against the verdict in her favour. ☐ Fingers crossed: Hunters Hill mum Katie Perry is pictured at her small stall at The Rocks Markets. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO ☐ Mega Rich American singer Katy Perry.

6 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 RYDE HOSPITAL REDEVELOPMENT Come and speak to the team Join one of the community sessions below and speak to the Ryde Hospital Redevelopment team to learn more about the second planning application, ask questions and hear about the latest news. Community sessions: Ryde Hospital foyer Tues 27 June, 9am – 11am Tues 27 June, 3pm – 5pm Eastwood pedestrian mall Thurs 29 June 2pm – 4pm Online Community Information Session via Zoom Tues 27 June, 7pm – 8pm Please RSVP to the email below to receive the meeting link. Top Ryde City (Level G1) near JB HiFi Thurs 29 June, 9.30am – 11.30am Visit the Ryde Hospital Redevelopment website to learn more about the project and access fact sheets, videos, community updates and more. More information Email: [email protected] Visit: rydehospitalredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au Phone: 02 9978 5411 Community invited to learn more about Ryde Hospital redevelopment Staff, patients and local resi- dents are being invited to meet the redevelopment team to learn more about the upcoming plan- ning application and Ryde Hospital Redevelopment. The second State Signifi- cant Development Application (SSDA2) will be lodged in the coming months with the NSW Department of Planning and En- vironment. The second planning application seeks approval for the detailed design of the hospital redevelopment including the facade detailing, improved land- scaping, urban spaces and ad- ditional car parking and paves the way for main construction works to begin for the redevel- opment. Health Infrastructure Acting Executive Director, Northern Hayley Bell said the development application is a significant step forward for the project. “This is an important step in finalising approval for the main construction works to transform Ryde Hospital into a state-ofthe-art health facility to meet the future health needs of the grow- ing community,” she said. “Sessions are being held during June for staff, patients and the community. ”The sessions provide the opportunity for the community to learn more about the project, meet with members of the rede- velopment team and ask ques- tions about the latest planning proposal.” Acting General Manager of Ryde Hospital Jennifer McConnell said feedback from staff, clinicians, consumers and community members has been inte- gral to the design for the rede- velopment. More than 245 user group and working group meetings have been held, with more than 120 staff members from around 25 health units and departments involved. “Further consultation with staff and the community has helped shape aspects of the hospital’s design, including the final design of clinical and non-clinical spaces, arts and culture, public spaces and sustainability initia- tives to help create a hospital of the future,” Ms McConnell said. Early works have been under- way for the Ryde Hospital Redevelopment since early 2023 including internal refurbishments and a new modular building to enable the decanting and demo- lition of three existing buildings. This will pave the way for construction works to start following the planning application approvals. The Ryde Hospital Redevelopment will deliver a new and expanded emergency depart- ment and intensive care unit, new operating theatres, a new purpose-built ambulatory care centre, new paediatric short stay unit, more adult overnight inpatient beds and expanded medical imaging. It will make best use of the cur- rent services available, including the Graythwaite Rehabilitation Centre and historic Denistone House. The $479 million Ryde Hospital Redevelopment is entering an exciting new phase, with the community encouraged to learn more about the next steps for the world-class health facility at a series of information sessions being held this month. ☐ An artist’s impression of the Ryde Hospital redevelopment; and below, an aerial perspective. (images: NSW Health) To find out more about the proposed new hospital, please visit https://www.rydehospitalredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au FOR DETAILS ON THE RYDE HOSPITAL DROP IN SESSIONS, SEE THE ADVERTISEMENT ON THIS PAGE Eastwood’s ‘Koreatown’ set to become major Sydney tourist hub The Korean Community Chambers in the City of Ryde (KCCR) was among 21 recipients of the initial Uptown Grant Program announced by NSW Night-time Economy Minister John Graham on Monday 19 June, with the funds to be used to create a multi-platform advertising campaign aiming to at- tract four million visitors to Eastwood’s Koreatown. “This is an exciting opportunity for groups of busi- nesses and creatives in areas across Sydney who’ve laid out their visions to create well-known precincts with unique offerings for locals and visitors to enjoy,” Mr Graham said. “Owners have enough on their plate with the dayto-day running of their businesses. “The Uptown Grant Program allows these districts to hire dedicated resources to manage their com- bined initiatives, including events, marketing and operations.” Other Recipients include Harris Park (City of Par- ramatta), Balmain Rozelle (Inner West Council) and ‘2077 A.D. - Hornsby After Dark’ (Hornsby Shire). Pictured above on Monday night celebrating news of the ‘Koreatown’ grant, are Ryde Councillors, Daniel Han, Trenton Brown and Justin Li; along with Member for Ryde, Jordan Lane; KCCR president Jay Ko; and KCCR secretary, Marie Song. “It is great to see this initiative that started when I was mayor come to fruition, and be recognised as worthy of state government support,” Mr Lane said. “This money from Ryde Council and the State Government will see incredible investment into East- wood and Korea town making it one of the major hubs in Sydney for people to come and experience Korean cultural food, fashion, pop-up events and activities.” City of Ryde Mayor Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM, said City of Ryde has welcomed the State Government’s decision to award a $198,200 grant to a local business chamber promoting Eastwood’s ‘Koreatown’, which comes as Council prepares to launch its own exciting activation program for the booming precinct. Koreatown will add vibrancy and character to an already-important economic zone, with Eastwood strategically placed between Sydney’s second city, Parramatta, and City of Ryde’s Macquarie Park – Australia’s original innovation district. “City of Ryde has one of the biggest populations of Korean speaking residents in the greater metropoli- tan area, growing steadily over the last five years,” he said. “The official recognition of Koreatown will help boost the local economy and foster greater harmony and cultural exchange.” It follows a Council resolution in January 2022 that the City of Ryde will partner with the Eastwood busi- ness community, residents, and other appropriate stakeholders to formally establish the Koreatown precinct on Rowe Street East. City of Ryde Councillors Daniel Han and Charles Song – both of Korean descent – are chair and depu- ty chair, respectively, of the Koreatown Working Party which was convened on May 9, 2022 in response to the resolution.

Wednesday 21 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 7 /CityofRyde www.ryde.nsw.gov.au Customer Service Centre 1 Pope Street, Ryde (within Top Ryde City shopping centre) Locked Bag 2069, North Ryde NSW 1670 P: 9952 8222 E: [email protected] Your City News MATILDAS MANIA One of the biggest international sporting events of 2023 is heading to Australia in July and City of Ryde is getting right behind our mighty Matildas as they strive for glory in the FIFA Women’s World Cup. We’re operating live sites for all the Matildas matches and local football fans are encouraged to gather at Meadowbank Park on Thursday 20 July and then at Eastwood Plaza on Thursday 27 July and Monday 31 July as our team plays the group stage of the tournament. I met with some players and officials from West Ryde Rovers FC at Meadowbank Park for the above photo and it was clear the excitement about the tournament from fans of all generations is already running high. There’s nothing better than sharing an experience like this with your family, friends, and neighbours at a great communal gathering – let’s show the Matildas that Ryde football fans are the best in the land! REFUGEE WEEK The City of Ryde prides itself on being a warm and welcoming place for new residents from all parts of the world – and that includes a significant number of refugees who have fled war, tyranny, or poverty in search of a better life. We proudly declared ourselves a Refugee Welcome Zone 10 years ago, and so the theme of this year’s Refugee Week – Finding Freedom – is very appropriate for many of our residents. There are a number of great Refugee Week events happening throughout the LGA between 20 June and 28 June offering practical information and help to those who’ve recently settled here. For details, go to: ryde.events/ refugeeweek NEW EASTWOOD TRAFFIC LIGHTS City of Ryde has taken another significant step to reduce traffic congestion and increase pedestrian safety in Eastwood with the installation of new traffic lights at the formerly unsignalised pedestrian crossing on The Avenue, at the intersection of Rowe Street. The traffic lights were officially turned on at the start of June 2023 after a four-stage construction process that began in February 2023. We want more people to visit Eastwood and improving traffic congestion and pedestrian safety is a great way to encourage them. We’re fully committed to investing in making positive changes to our town centres and infrastructure like this is a sign of that commitment. City of Ryde Mayor Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM with members of West Ryde Rovers FC at Meadowbank Park. HAVE YOUR SAY OPEN COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS You are invited to have your say about documents, projects and proposals that are currently on public exhibition, or provide feedback on services and concerns that affect the community. • Draft Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy – April 2023 (Closing 26 June 2023) • NSW RFS | Bush Fire Risk Management Plan (Closing 18 July 2023) • Charity Creek Cascades - Dog Off-Leash Trial (Closing 6 September 2023) • Dog Off-Leash Trials 2023 (Closing 20 March 2024) Want to find out more? To find out more about one of the above projects or for information on how to provide feedback, please visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/haveyoursay or call Customer Service on 9952 8222. Sincerely, Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM Mayor Phone 9952 8222 [email protected] GARAGE SALES 10.00am - 59 Lane Cove Road, Ryde List your garage sale for free at www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/garagesales Received between 8 and 14 June 2023 LDA2023/0144 63 Mons Ave WEST RYDE LDA2023/0146 1/14 Mons Ave WEST RYDE LDA2023/0147 12 Pennant Ave DENISTONE LDA2023/0148 11 Khartoum Rd MACQUARIE PARK LDA2023/0145 2 Riverside Ave PUTNEY LDA2023/0149 7 Jeanette St EAST RYDE MOD2023/0117 5 Kemp St TENNYSON POINT Determined between 8 and 17 June 2023 LDA2023/0051 4 Addington Ave RYDE LDA2022/0348 15 Blamey St NORTH RYDE MOD2023/0064 3 Stroud St NORTH RYDE MOD2023/0074 284 Morrison Rd PUTNEY LDA2022/0226 20 Auld Ave EASTWOOD DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED & DETERMINED For full details of the development applications received and determined visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/eServices JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Join us at City of Ryde Libraries this July School Holidays! From our Superhero trivia quiz for kids 8-12, to a traditional performance from the Walangari Diramu Aboriginal Dance Digeridoo Company, Storytime with Banjo the Bandicoot, and our biggest event - Comic-con Day - there’s something for everyone at the libraries this July School Holidays! To see the full schedule or to book, call 9952 8352 or visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/schoolholidayprogram SAT 24 JUNE JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 2023 LIBRARIES BIG ADVENTURES LITTLE HEROES BIG ADVENTURES LITTLE HEROES

8 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 Northern Sydney Local Health District www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/healthpromotion Healthy Lifestyle Term 3 2023 ENROLLING NOW! Ryde Aquatic Centre, Boronia Park Uniting Church, North Ryde Community Church Venues: [email protected] 9926 55 55 Aqua Exercise Functional Strength & Balance Gentle Exercise Mens Fitness Healthy and Active for Life Online www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au/hal *Aboriginal people aged 45+ can register. 10-week online program, weekly exercise videos, healthy eating and lifestyle sessions, support from a trained health coach Includes: Are you 60* or over and want to be active and healthy? Join our free online healthy lifestyle program starting 10 July 2023 Active and healthy winter program for local seniors Never too cold to exercise However, Northern Sydney Local Health District’s health promotion service has two different programs for older adults which can help you stay active and healthy. The first is Healthy and Active for Life Online (HAL Online). “It’s a free online program designed for those aged 60 and over who want to learn more about healthy eating and get back into, or start, getting more physically active,” Joanna Jaques, Healthy Ageing Manager said. “This program can be done in the comfort of your home with weekly phone calls from a free phone coach to keep you on track.” Sixty one year old Suzie is a HAL Online participant who said she found the program to be motivating. “Doing the program at home really appealed to me,” she said. “It’s simple and effective and has motivated me to be more active.” For those who prefer getting out of the Winter is always a challenging time to keep up healthy habits! ☐ There’s no age limit to staying active and healthy this winter. house and exercising with a group, Healthy Lifestyle offers low cost classes in the Ryde region including aqua exercise, functional strength and balance, gentle exercise and a new men’s fitness class. “Although it may be cold outside, the water is still warm at Ryde Aquatic Centre, where we run aqua exercise classes tailored specifically for older adults,” Joanna said. A current participant recently gave Joanna and her team feedback on the aqua exercise classes. “I find the instructors who take the gentle water exercise classes make them very enjoyable and whilst we all perform the exercises to the best of our ability, we have a laugh along the way.” Healthy Lifestyle has also launched a new men’s fitness class, taught by a male exercise leader, held at Boronia Park, on Friday mornings, following on from the very successful men’s class in Lane Cove. Enrolment in these programs is essential. So if either of these two options will support you to stay healthy and warm over winter, just follow the links at www.nslhd. health.nsw.gov.au/healthpromotion for more information and registration. Marist College Eastwood parent wins car raffle Gary Margetson, a parent at Marist College Eastwood, was the lucky winner of a Mazda 2 and was presented with his prize by Tony Farley, Executive Director of Sydney Catholic Schools, in front of a whole school assembly at the college last month. ”Jesus is the ultimate GPS,” Father Daniel Drum told the assembly before blessing the car. Two other prize-winners were also rewarded with VISA gift cards as part of the raffle. Funds raised through the purchase of tickets for the raffle will now go towards supporting the hundreds of Sydney Catholic Schools students and staff who will be journeying to Lisbon, Portugal for World Youth Day. Before descending upon Lisbon, some of the pilgrims will visit the spiritual treasures of Italy to witness the call of St Anthony, St Catherine, St Francis and St Peter, while others will embark on a trip to the Holy Land to walk in the footsteps of Christ. They will then join together in Lisbon, along with millions of like-minded pilgrims from around the Sydney Catholic Schools has raffled off a brand new car in celebration of this year’s World Youth Day and to support the student and staff pilgrims who will be journeying to Portugal in August. ☐ Pictured in front of the Mazda 2 is student Ayan Arora and, l to r, his mum, Natasha Ellis and his step-dad Gary Margetson; Sydney Catholic Schools executive director Tony Farley; Father Daniel Drum, who blessing the car, noting ‘Jesus is the ultimate GPS’; and principal, Ms Silvana Rossetti. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO (A.Stavrinos) ☐ Father Daniel Drum speaks before blessing the car (pic: Marist College Eastwood) world, for a week of faith, friendship and celebration.

Wednesday 21 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 9 Government rejects affordable housing offer for development In response to local protests that included a rally in Hyde Park on Saturday the Labor government said the standing offer of the 22 apartments - reported to be favoured by planning bureaucrats - did not justify the proposal to turn the publicly owned Franklyn Street Estate in Glebe into the new apartment block. The decision moves the new government away from the previous government position to encourage a token number of affordable housing units to support development applications for proposed private and public mixed apartment blocks. The government now plans to refurbish 35 vacant properties in Glebe for social housing and will increase a public housing site at Wentworth Park Road from 17 to 43 dwellings. Housing Minister Rose Jackson said the Wentworth Park Road site would remain publicly owned and existing tenants would be offered temporary housing while it was redeveloped. She also said the social housing waiting list was growing and it is not just the Inner West that should bear the brunt of affordable dwellings. “We absolutely hear that the community is incredibly concerned, distressed and frustrated about what’s happening in the housing market here in New South Wales,” she said. “We are doing everything we can at the state level, today it’s Glebe but this is just one suburb and we will take every single opportunity, suburb by suburb, across Sydney to deliver more public housing.” Shelter NSW chief executive John Engler welcomed the government’s commitment. “We’re looking forward to hearing more announcements like this,’’ he said. There are more than 57,000 applicants on the list for social housing and applicants can expect to wait between five and 10 years. In a shift in policy, the state government has backed away from a proposed Inner West development that offered 22 affordable, social housing apartments as an incentive to approve 425 public and private dwellings. realeSTaTe&FINaNCe ☐ Franklyn Estate protestors urged the government not to push ahead with a proposed 425 unit development that offered a token 22 affordable housing apartments. Recent local property sales* ABBOTSFORD 21 Tyler Crescent, 5B, 554 m2 , House $4,100,000 (13 Jun 23) Antonio Ariola, Belle Property Drummoyne BALMAIN 89 Elliott Street, 4B, 164.4 m2 , House $3,150,000 (17 Jun 23) Monique Dower, Belle Property Balmain BALMAIN EAST 3/2 Pearson Street, 1B, Apartment $1,100,000 (15 Jun 23) Merridy Stoker, BresicWhitney - Inner East BEECROFT 1A Burns Road, 3B, 648.4 m2 , House $1,926,000 (17 Jun 23) Heath Dockary, Di Jones - Northern Suburbs 74 Lamorna Avenue, 3B, 1,080 m2 , House $2,720,000 (17 Jun 23) Kevin Dearlove, Stone Beecroft 1.601/18 Hannah Street, 3B, 178 m2 , Apartment $1,520,000 (15 Jun 23) Jeff Jianfu Luo, Stone Beecroft 1 Malton Road, 4B, 1,081 m2 , House $3,125,000 (10 Jun 23) Kevin Dearlove, Stone Beecroft BREAKFAST POINT 104/68 Peninsula Drive, 2B, Apartment $1,350,000 (13 Jun 23) Nicholas Pagano, Breakfast Point Realty Break- fast Point CARLINGFORD 1 Bradley Drive, 4B, House $1,970,000 (17 Jun 23) Andrew Tour, McGrath Parramatta 25A Talinga Street, 5B, 516.6 m2, Duplex/ Semi-detached $2,605,000 (17 Jun 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 73A Brand Street, 5B, 287 m2, Duplex/ Semi-detached $1,835,000 (16 Jun 23) Cindy Seo, McGrath Epping 203/235-237 Carlingford Road, 2B, 94 m2, Apartment $625,000 (15 Jun 23) Bobby Zhu, Ray White Parramatta G02/239-243 Carlingford Road, 2B, Apart- ment $675,000 (08 Jun 23) Jenny (Qi) Zhang, Raine & Horne Carlingford 14/30-34 Keeler Street, 2B, Apartment $676,000 (06 Jun 23) Annie Guo, Promised Land Carlingford CHELTENHAM 17 Argyll Place, 4B, 784 m2, House $2,800,000 (13 Jun 23) Bellinda Hill, McGrath Beecroft CONCORD 40 Burwood Road, 3B, 500 m2, House $2,100,000 (17 Jun 23) Greg Emerton, Devine Strathfield 8/51B Burwood Road, 2B, Apartment $617,000 (13 Jun 23) Alex Agoratsios, Exclusive Real Estate Concord DENISTONE 11A Gordon Crescent, 4B, 330 m2, Duplex/ Semi-detached $2,350,000 (19 Jun 23) Attlee Hsu, Belle Property Ryde DRUMMOYNE 63 Bowman Street, 3B, 272 m2, House $2,610,000 (17 Jun 23) Adrienne Williams, BresicWhitney Balmain DUNDAS VALLEY 1/39 Evans Road, 4B, 374 m2, House $1,325,000 (17 Jun 23) Jamie Benjamin, McGrath Castle Hill 17 Bain Place, 2B, 657 m2, House $1,590,000 (15 Jun 23) Ahmad Malas, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde 2/10 Supply Street, 3B, Townhouse $1,190,000 (10 Jun 23) Tom Chan, Element Realty Carlingford EASTWOOD 1 Grove Street, 4B, House $2,420,000 (17 Jun 23) Eva Xu, Belle Property Epping EPPING 34A Willoughby Street, 5B, 502.59 m2, House $3,285,000 (17 Jun 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 403/9 Forest Grove, 3B, 219 m2, Apartment $1,400,000 (16 Jun 23) Tahlia Zheng, McGrath Epping 482/29-31 Cliff Road, 2B, Apartment $802,500 (16 Jun 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 20B Kandy Avenue, 4B, 802 m2, House $2,700,000 (14 Jun 23) Tim Cale, Cale Epping 202/8 Chambers Court, 2B, Apartment $1,050,000 (14 Jun 23) Bruce Li Tan, Triple S Wentworth Point 58 Essex Street, 5B, 992.7 m2, House $3,250,000 (10 Jun 23) Wayne Vaughan, McGrath Epping 8 Reeves Avenue, 3B, 386 m2, House $1,800,000 (10 Jun 23) Jay Kwak, Sweet Realty West Ryde ERMINGTON 356 Kissing Point Road, 4B, House $2,050,000 (19 Jun 23) Ahmad Malas, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde 4 Checkley Court, 3B, House $1,428,000 (19 Jun 23) Ahmad Malas, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde 41 River Road, 4B, House $1,830,000 (13 Jun 23) Ahmad Malas, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde GLADESVILLE 2 Eltham Street, 4B, 460 m2, House $2,641,000 (19 Jun 23) Nicholas McEvoy, BresicWhitney Hunters Hill 505/1 Meriton Street, 2B, 166 m2, Apartment $1,150,000 (17 Jun 23) John Grayson, BresicWhitney Hunters Hill 7/15A Cambridge Street, 1B, Apartment $775,000 (10 Jun 23) George Agostino, McGrath Ryde HUNTERS HILL 68 Park Road, 5B, 815.7 m2, House $4,050,000 (05 Jun 23) Robert Cassidy, Cassidy Gladesville LANE COVE 4/83 Helen Street, 2B, Apartment $998,000 (17 Jun 23) Patrick Lang, Belle Property Lane Cove 9/464 Pacific Highway, 2B, 127 m2, Apartment $812,500 (17 Jun 23) Patrick Lang, Belle Property Lane Cove 12/126 Burns Bay Road, 2B, 96 m2, Apartment $936,000 (17 Jun 23) Julia Sikora, McGrath Lane Cove 17/11-12 Howarth Road, 2B, Apartment $605,000 (14 Jun 23) Hazel McNamara, Raine & Horne Lane Cove 17/24 Helen Street, 2B, 105 m2, Apartment $971,000 (10 Jun 23) Oscar Nichols, Raine & Horne Lane Cove 204/9 Waterview Drive, 1B, Apartment $670,000 (09 Jun 23) Patrick Lang, Belle Property Lane Cove 12/12-14 Epping Road, 2B, Unit $662,000 (08 Jun 23) Luna Li, Ray White Epping Rates rise across the Shire Council rates will rise across the Hornsby Shire by 8.5% in 2023/24, 7.5% in 2024/25, 6.5% in 2025/26 and 5.5% in 2026/27. This includes the annual rate peg set by IPART but - to address concerns around financial hardship - the pensioner rate concession will increase by $50 to $300 per annum, commencing from the next financial year. The rise was approved last week by NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) after the Shire successfully applied for a Special Rate Variation. Hornsby Shire Mayor Philip Ruddock AO defended the rise and said his council had consistently worked hard to reduce expenditure and maintain levels of service in an increasingly difficult financial climate where it had to meet a legislated obligation to manage its budget responsibly. “We acknowledge the community would see a moderate rise in our rates, coming at a time when many are feeling financial pressure, so I want to emphasise that we take our responsibility to manage our resources very seriously, ” he said. “As a Council, we want Hornsby Shire to prosper into the future and for this to happen we need a firm financial foundation,’’ He stressed the extra income would be spent on community services. “The community can expect to see a large range of tangible improvements and these include upgrades to public toilets, community centres and sports ground amenities,’’ he said. “The money will also be spent preparing our community for the future through resilience programs, bushfire mitigation and education, and events and activities to build social inclusion.” He said there will be no increase to the Domestic Waste Charges applied to the 2023/24 annual rates notice for all rate payers. To have a say about the rates rise visit: yoursay.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/srv. LEICHHARDT 3/76a Balmain Road, 2B, 171 m2, Townhouse $1,500,000 (17 Jun 23) Alexandra Stamatiou-Buda, McGrath Leichhard 3/65-67 Carlisle Street, 2B, Apartment $840,000 (16 Jun 23) Michael White, BresicWhitney - Inner West 37A Macauley Street, 4B, 264 m2, House $3,100,000 (14 Jun 23) Jack Parry, BresicWhitney Balmain 22/469-475 Parramatta Road, 2B, 211 m2, Unit $997,500 (14 Jun 23) James Price, Hudson McHugh Leichhardt 119/69 Allen Street, 2B, Apartment $1,050,000 (10 Jun 23) Adam Scappatura, Time Realty Five Dock MACQUARIE PARK 807/137 Herring Road, 2B, 86 m2, Apartment $900,000 (19 Jun 23) Ben Boutros, Ray White North Ryde 505B/101 Waterloo Road, 2B, Apartment $950,000 (16 Jun 23) Cindy Yao, Youngson Silverwater 708/1 Mooltan Avenue, 1B, Apartment $681,000 (16 Jun 23) Ben Boutros, Ray White North Ryde MARSFIELD 105 Abuklea Road, 3B, 588.1 m2, House $2,415,000 (17 Jun 23) Daniel Lee, Belle Property Epping MEADOWBANK 1305/13 Angas Street, 1B, Apartment $640,000 (09 Jun 23) Chris Lee, Ray White Meadowbank 9/28 Meadow Crescent, 2B, Apartment $625,000 (09 Jun 23) Alex Lumsden, Lumsden Sydney NORTH RYDE 34 Jopling Street, 5B, 334.2 m2, House $2,695,000 (17 Jun 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 95A Parklands Road, 5B, 339.6 m2, Duplex/ Semi-detached $2,425,000 (15 Jun 23) Alex Macri, Belle Property Ryde 36 Folkard Street, 4B, Duplex/Semi-detached $1,780,000 (15 Jun 23) Ashritha Mani, Agency 1 North Ryde 22 Edmondson Street, 3B, 645 m2, House $2,870,000 (10 Jun 23) Robert Cassidy, Cassidy Gladesville RHODES 60/24 Walker Street, 2B, Apartment $838,000 (09 Jun 23) Sophia Zhou, Belle Property Rhodes RODD POINT 63 Henley Marine Drive, 4B, 370 m2, House $4,821,000 (17 Jun 23) Greg Emerton, Devine Strathfield ROZELLE 24 Rosser Street, 3B, 158.1 m2, House $2,280,000 (17 Jun 23) Susie Taylor, Belle Property Balmain 12 Wise Street, 2B, House $1,550,000 (16 Jun 23) Rita Lopresti, CobdenHayson Balmain RYDE 28 Arthur Street, 4B, 312.5 m2, Duplex/ Semi-detached $2,470,000 (17 Jun 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 206/3 Meikle Place, 2B, 106 m2, Apartment $1,081,000 (14 Jun 23) James Ward, Century 21 Ryde 65 Princes Street, 4B, 467.9 m2, House $2,540,000 (14 Jun 23) Antonella Scenna, McGrath Ryde 50 Charles Street, 2B, 364.7 m2, House $1,730,000 (09 Jun 23) Robert Bagala, McGrath Ryde 4B Bidgee Road, 3B, 316 m2, Duplex/ Semi-detached $1,702,000 (06 Jun 23) Johnny Oh, Pello - Northern Suburbs 6/64-66 Cressy Road, 3B, 247 m2, Villa $1,350,000 (06 Jun 23) Chris Allison, Belle Property Ryde RYDALMERE 5/77 Kirby Street, 3B, 199 m2, Villa $1,070,000 (13 Jun 23) Emma Watson, McGrath Parramatta 314/70 River Road, 2B, 107 m2, Apartment $650,000 (13 Jun 23) Kevin Wong, Ray White Epping STRATHFIELD 54 Rochester Street, 6B, 442.62 m2, House $2,510,000 (15 Jun 23) Tarun Sethi, McGrath Strathfield 9/235 Homebush Road, 1B, Apartment $496,000 (13 Jun 23) Simon So, Belle Property Strathfield SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK 1105/1 Australia Avenue, 1B, Apartment $568,000 (16 Jun 23) Greg Timms, Rhodes Realty Rhodes 413/7 Australia Avenue, 2B, Unit $650,000 (13 Jun 23) Ramin Rahimi, Starr Partners Merrylands 2110/1 Australia Avenue, 2B, Apartment $676,000 (06 Jun 23) Jason Bi, Belle Property Rhodes WEST RYDE 3/2 Deakin Street, 3B, Villa $1,810,000 (17 Jun 23) Johnny Oh, Pello - Northern Suburbs 2/8 Gaza Road, 2B, Unit $568,000 (17 Jun 23) Anthony Sherif, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde 3/1231 Victoria Road, 2B, 73 m2, Unit $490,000 (16 Jun 23) Bobby Zhu, Ray White Parramatta 36A Farnell Street, 5B, 515 m2, House $2,800,000 (13 Jun 23) Robert Younis, First National West Ryde (* This is not an exhaustive listing of local sales and represents only a sample of those reported)

10 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING & TAXATION SERVICES 0414 658 956 • Chartered Accountant & Registered Tax Agent • Provided at reasonable rates www.rgaccounting.com.au AIR CONDITIONING TOWN & COUNTRY AIR CONDITIONING 9481 0667 • Sales • Service • Installation • Repairs, • Preventative Maintenance. On all domestic, commercial & industrial, Air conditioners. www.townandcountryair.com.au AU18964 Lic 125392c ACE AIR CONDITIONING 0411 967 333 Sales, Repair & Install Split & Ducting A/C. Lic 236838c RYDE PROVEN AIR CONDITIONING 1300 776 247 All Air Conditioning Work Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship • Repairs • Service/Maintenance • Installation www.provenair.com.au 354131C AU52275 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 MCA DIGITAL ANTENNA SPECIALIST 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, capa- ble 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 Complete bathroom renovation for $20,999* including tiles and fittings to the value of $3,999* 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www.spinryde.com.au NSW Builders Licence 45000JP *Quoted prices are based on a 5m2 floor area and do not include asbestos or wall removal* BATHROOM RENOVATIONS (CONTINUED) JAYCORP RENOVATIONS 0424 261 818 Combined 30 years of 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 A P S BATHROOMS 0410 454 165 Thinking of Renovating? Call us for a free quote Bathroom, Kitchen & Laundry Renovations. Over 20 years experience. Lic: 207688c HOPE RENOVATIONS Bill 0433 909 406 Over 20 years-experience in bathroom, laun- dry & balcony renovation. Tiling, waterproofing & carpentry service. Qualified & high-quality finish. Lic.205959C BEDDING BEDS & WALL BEDS 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 8765 1733 Free measure & quote! Good quality. Holland blinds, vertical drapes & venetian blinds at factory prices. Washing & repairing of venetian blinds same day service. BLIND CLEANING FLEETMORE MOBILE BLIND CLEANING 1300 164 411 All blinds & curtains. Clean, repair & supply. On-site service, pick up & deliver. Family business. BOOKEEPING FIRST CHOICE BOOKKEEPING Mary 0421 163 039 Bookkeeping & BAS Agent Service Over 20 years helping the small to medium sized businesses. www.firstchoicebk.com BRICKLAYERS QUALITY WORK GUARANTEED Gary 0431 163 114 GSH Bricklaying Front fences. Ret walls, BBQ’s, Besser Blocks Pizza oven sub frames. Prompt Reliable service Lic No 180752c BRICK & BLOCK LAYING Steve 0409 124 751 Extensions, Front fences, garden walls etc. Plus heritage work. Call Steve. Lic. 55906c BRICKWORK Rob 0419 623 853 Retaining Walls, Brick & Lintel, Underpinning, Repairs, Insurance & Strata Work. Call Rob Lic 217657c BUILDERS GRAMERCY PROJECTS Nathan 0410 427 427 * Design & Construct Custom Built Homes * Extensions, Alterations & Additions * Renovation Packages * Kitchen & Bathrooms * Decks & Pergolas * Home Warranty Insurance Available * No obligation fee quotes wwwgramercyprojects.com.au Lic. 300222c BUILDING CONTRACTORS TASSONE DESIGN & CONSTRUCT 0418 493 789 For all new work, extensions & alterations, renovations or refurbishments. MBA Quality work. Lic 100569c ALTERATIONS 0418 484 216 9674 7527 Ground & 1st floor additions decks & pergolas. Plans drawn from concept to completion.I. S. Giltinan Builder P/L. Lic 91637c BUILDING RENOVATIONS CMT BUILDING SERVICES (NSW) PTY LTD 0416 246 431 Over 20 years-experience in all aspects of residential and commercial renovations, refurbishments and alterations. [email protected] Lic: 254214C CARPENTER ALL CARPENTRY & BUILDING WORK John 0415 226 608 • Small jobs welcome. Insurance work. • Extensions, doors, windows, floors. • Decks & pergolas. • All gyprock & painting work. • Residential & commercial renovations. • Office & shop fit-outs. • Network of all other trades. • 25 years of experience. Fully insured. [email protected] Lic 100617c CARPENTER/BUILDER MJD CARPENTRY Matthew 0414 418 248 For all carpentry, gyprocking, painting and maintenance works. Lic no 75741C BP CONSTRUCTIONS 0411 420 011 Brett 9684 6948 All building work including renovations, extensions, decks pergolas & carports, bathrooms. www.bpconstructions.com.au Lic 195060c CARPENTER/BUILDER 0412 691 470 General carpentry, decks, pergolas, small renovations, gyprock walls, repairs, small jobs ok. Quality work. 25 years experience. Ted Ryan 0412691470. Lic no 1684c CARPENTRY 0468 612 956 All Renovations, Repairs & Painting Call Ernesto 0468 612956. [email protected] Lic 184942c SEMI RETIRED BUILDER Nick Roxburgh 0411 364 233 Semi-retired builder needs small jobs before building his own house. Repairs, maintenance, small new structures, fireplaces etc. ACE TRADE BUILDING SERVICES Michael Lyall 0407 912 355 All carpentry, renovations, decks, property maintenance & repairs. All general building work. Fully insured. Lic 188739C CARPENTRY & JOINERY CARPENTRY & JOINERY James 0428 581 542 For construction & repair of decks, pergolas, doors, new building work & carports. Lic 179663c CARPET LAYING BILL ROWE CARPETS 0410 602 631 New carpet laid, re-stretching, repairs. 40 yrs experience. CEMENT RENDERING J PRESTIGE RENDERING 0410 746 378 Rendering, repairs, blueboard etc Quality service g’teed, no job too big or small. F/Q CLEANING – HIGH PRESSURE NORTH RYDE HIGH PRESSURE CLEAN 9888 5406 0414 765 181 Driveways, BBQ’s, Pool surrounds, Sealer. No job too small. CLOTHESLINES DOCTOR CLOTHESLINES 0407 585 691 Clotheslines installed from $395. Free quotes on new or repairs. Full range of folding lines. Call Richard 0407 585 691. CONCRETING AAA ALL AREAS CONCRETE Charlie 0413 777 239 Concrete Driveways Sydney, all types of concrete work, Driveways and Pathways etc. Small jobs welcome. Over 32 Years Experience. Lic. 129968c G RIGHETTO & SON 0419 282 402 Garden Sheds, Paths, Patios, Driveways etc. Lic11427C TCP CONCRETE (NSW) PTY LTD 0404 770 791 Concrete Driveways, Pathways, Slabs-Plain & Coloured Domestic & Commercial over 25years experience Lic 52825c CONCRETE CUTTING MASTER CHASING SERVICES 0403 111 758 Specialising in concrete cutting, core drilling, road sawing and wall sawing. COMPUTERS GLADESVILLE COMPUTERS 1300 929 414 0401 339 402 IT specialist for all home and office support. 20 plus years of experience. All work guaranteed. www.g1computers.com.au COUNSELLING HOPEWISE COUNSELLING GLADESVILLE Maggie Morgan 0418 672 379 * Grief & Loss * Relationships * Anger Management * Stress, Anxiety, Depression * Workplace * Retirement * Life Coaching * Teenagers www.hopewisecounselling.com.au To advertise Phone: 9807 6666

Wednesday 21 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 11 ELECTRICIANS (CONTINUED) GRANT HEDLEY ELECTRICAL SERVICE Grant 0403 868 457/ 9489 3543 Local Electrician. No job too small. Over 30 yrs experience. Lic 80753C LOCAL ELECTRICAL SERVICES James 02 8036 2372 Fast & Trusted – Master Electrician • Electrical Repairs • Smoke Alarms • Switchboards upgrades • PowerPoints • Lighting installation • Home Safety Checks • Seniors Discounts Lic 271472C LEVEL 2 ELECTRICIAN RYDE AREA Ryan 0414 602 995 • All Electrical, Lights, Power, Wiring, Fans • Hot Water & Alarm Systems • Switchboard Upgrades • Private Pole Installations & Replacements Lic. 400997C L2 Lic. 00404781 EMS Lic. 000251985 EXCAVATIONS 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 0402 981 141 Specialise in small jobs - Timber & Colourbond, Pickets, Gates, Repairs. Workmanship guaranteed. Call Colin 0402 981 141 LOCAL FENCING 9807 2367 Quality timber, c/bond, gates, pickets, pool, log walls. Free quotes ANDREW SPIES FENCING 0410 534 692 Specialises in all types of fencing. View website @ Andrew-Spies-Fencing.com KOALA FENCING Martin 0412 010 212 Horizontal & Privacy Fences. Pool fences & gates. Timber & colourbond, fence repairs. call Martin 0412 010 212 SMITH FENCING 0400 598 403 Timber Boundary Fencing, Gates & Pickets. Small jobs & Repairs Welcome psmithfencing@gmail .com AXFIX FENCING 0498 058 885 Small job specialist 30yrs exp. Pine, Merbau, c/bond, picket, alum, slat, gates, repairs, pool council requirements. Call Andrew. ACTIVE FENCING Peter Carbon 0425 203 080 Quality timber boundary fencing & gates supplied and installed in Ryde area. Free quotes. Call or text Peter 0425 203 080 Lic R89295 FURNITURE REPAIRS & CABINET MAKING TRADITIONAL FINE FURNITURE 0417 457 897 Custom made furniture and specialist repairs & restoration work. 40 years experience. Phone Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 DAMP PROOFING ANTI-DAMP AUSTRALIA 1300 301 210 0412 229 955 • Rising damp & Condensation proofing • Sub-floor & wall ventilation systems • Contact for free quote. • 20 years local experience. www.antidamp.com.au 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 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. 30 yrs exp. 24/7 emergency. Same day service, reliable, professional, efficient. ELECTRICIANS EASTWOOD ELECTRICAL SERVICES Gerard 0408 447 882 All electrical repairs – residential & commercial rewiring. Switchboard upgrades. All new work. Call Gerard. Lic 82184c GEOFF NASH ELECTRICAL SERVICES 9807 1957 0419 200 011 All electrical installs & repairs, AH service, competitive rates.. Lic No 90476c LOCAL RYDE DISTRICT ELECTRICIAN Blake 0488 843 495 + Small family-owned business + Lights, power points, NBN help, repairs + Small jobs welcome + Seniors discount 100% satisfaction guaranteed Lic 288540c 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 DENISTONE ELECTRICAL SERVICES    Andrew/Electrician  0417 909 407 All electrical work, power, lights, internet, houserewiring, telephone, IXL ceiling fans, switchboard upgrades, cctv. Lic 201164c, 278587c RYDE PROVEN ELECTRICAL 1300 776 247 Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship •Family Owned & Operated •Fast Local Service •All Electrical. Lights, Power, Wiring, Fans www.provenair.com.au 354131C GARAGE DOORS RYDE GARAGE DOORS 9809 1965 Installation, sales & service. B & D Dealer. Call for free quote. 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 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 NORTH RYDE GARDENING 0414 765 181 9888 5406 Your reliable gardener. Weed, dig, trim, clean, tree trim/lopping, stump grind, mow, turf, rubbish removal, maintenance, high pressure clean. Call Alan. A & A ABSOLUTE BEST PRICE 9439 8550 Jack 0411 351 161 Digging, weeding, land & yard clearing, tree lopping, trimming, pruning, restore overgrown garden, turflaying. Pensioner discounts. Ring Jack GARDENING & TREE SERVICES 0412 594 911 Landscaping, Paving. Garden restoration garden design 15 years experience. Tree lopping 25% pensioners discount . Free quotes fully insured 7days service Simon 0412 594 911 LAWNMOWING, HEDGING, PRESSURE CLEANING 0418 214 789 No job too small. Fast, reliable service. Call Joe 0418 214 789 GAS SYDNEY LOCAL GAS SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 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. 30 yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252C GLASS GLADESVILLE GLASS SERVICE 9817 3416 9816 3055 Glass repairs, shower screens, mirrors. All glass requirements. [email protected] 278 Victoria Rd, Gladesville GUTTERING & METAL ROOFING GUTTER-SNIPE GUTTER CLEANERS 9477 5943 We clean roof gutters, no mess, local, guaranteed, insured GUTTER, DOWNPIPE CLEANING SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Local, efficient, reliable, neat & tidy, insured, on time. Gutter mesh & guard (install/replace) Leakfinding, gutters, downpipes, valleys, flashing, install & repairs whirlybird, venting, raintanks, roof & skylight leaks. Lic 143252c 30 yrs exp, Eftpos, C/Cards Accepted 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 HAIRDRESSER WANT A GREAT HAIRCUT? 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 NICHOLAS CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES Steven 0419 606 288 • 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 RETIRED BUILDER Charlie 0411 703 057 Small projects. Renovations. Repairs and maintenance. All trades. AAA ALL AREAS HANDYMAN Charlie 0413 777 239 Small jobs welcome. General repairs, concreting, brickwork, cement rendering, electrical & plumbing. Lic. 129968c HANDYMAN 0419 447 126 Clients that have remained clients for over 20yrs. Hands on experience in all trades. Stormwater Issues a speciality. HOT WATER SERVICES RYDE HOT WATER SERVICE 9809 4230 0412 200 939 Installations, repairs & sales. Electric and gas hot water heaters. Lic No L985 To advertise Phone: 9807 6666

12 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 HOT WATER SERVICES (CONTINUED) A HOT WATER SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Servicing / repairs / installs, Gas, Electric, 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. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252c KITCHENS 0413 395 444 FULL KITCHEN PACKAGE $4999 Includes; Cabinetry, Oven, Cook Top, Rangehood, Sink, Mixer Tap, Tiles 428 Victoria Road, Gladesville [email protected] [email protected] www.arycokitchen.com.au COMPLETE CUSTOM KITCHENS Glenn 0414 717 111 Highest quality custom kitchen renova- tions Complete job. All trades. Unbeatable prices. Builder 20 Years Experience. Free Quotes. Pens.Disc. 0414 717 111 Lic no 301036c KITCHEN REPAIRS KITCHEN REPAIRS Angelo 0408 677 614 Hinges, Doors, Drawers, Shelves, Cabinets, Shelf to drawer conversions. No job to small. Free quotes 7 days [email protected] Lic no 139738C LANDSCAPING A1 ABACUS GARDENING & TREE SERVICE Murray 0404 889 907 Experienced Gardener & Tree Lopper. Weed, prune, trim, landscape, dig & pave. Retaining walls & rubbish removal. Fully insured. Pensioners discount. AAA ABLE ABACA GARDENING Michael 0452 445 410 Tree lopping/trim, turfing, weeding, retaining walls, garden makeovers. All your landscaping needs. Fully insured. Free quotes LANDSCAPING 0419 334 126 Hands on experience in all trades. Gardens, Lawns & paving. Brick/blockwork & Concreting. Retaining walls, gates & fencing. Pool areas, decks & pergolas. RICK’S LANDSCAPING 0414 355 740 Yard clean, lawn & turf, weed & dig, tree lop/prune. Concrete jobs, paving, retaining walls. Reasonable prices. Free quotes. LAUNDRY/BATHROOM NICHOLAS CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES Steven 0419 606 288 Full premium renovation service - waterproof, tile, remodel or tailor designs. All budgets. Quote this advert and get 10% discount!! www.nicholascarpentry.com.au NSW Building Lic No 108119c LAWN MOWER REPAIRS RYDE CITY MOWERS 9809 0329 Repairs to most brands of lawnmowers, brushcutters, chainsaws. Chain sharpening. Guaranteed service. Factory trained & qualified technicians. Local pick up & delivery available (charges apply) THE MOWER SURGEON 0407 419 793 3 mth warranty on mower, chainsaw & line trimmer repairs & service. PAINTERS & DECORATORS PETER PAINTING 0423 808 115 8819 2795 25 yrs exp. Work guaranteed Pensioner Discount. Free Quotes Lic 157468c 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 MICHAEL THE PAINTER Michael 0412 444 838 • Professional and reliable • All types of painting • All areas • Reasonable rates • Best quality • Cheapest quotes • Pensioner Disc Call Michael. Lic 320177c ASPECT PAINTING & DECORATING 0401 951 257 All types of painting, reliable guaranteed service, free quotes, pensioners discount, fully insured. Lic 149577c HONEST PAINTING 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 PERFECTION PAINTERS Joseph 0451 123 231 * Reliable and professional * Pressure Cleaning * Roof Painting. Interior and Exterior. Free & Quote Insured www.paintedtoperfectionpainters.com.au Lic. 269706C AFTERGLOW PAINTING AND DECORATING Andrew 0413 301 973 • Interior / exterior • Free written quote & professional advice Est 1986 Lic. R87973 PATIOS ELITE PATIOS 0408-623048 7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110 Transform Your Outdoor Space with Our Expert Patio Building Services! Your local Stratco Authorised Patio Dealer 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www.elitepatios.com.au NSW Builders Licence 45000JP PEST CONTROL ACCESS PEST CONTROL 0423 017 515 All areas, All pests. Termite specialist ( pensioner discounts). Will beat any competitor quote Lic # 5092837 FORENSIC PEST CONTROL 1300 360 457 Your Local Family Business Termites, Pest Control, Rats, Mice, Birds. Mention this ad for your pensioner discount. All work is Guaranteed. Lic 5070252 PEST CONTROL 9449 2948 NOISES IN THE ROOF? BE RODENT FREE THIS WINTER FROM AS LITTLE AS $180.00. We also do Poss Call SPS Pest & Handyman Services PEST CONTROL (CONTINUED) BUGZOFF PEST CONTROL 0423 203 356 ✔Commercial ✔Domestic ✔All pests ✔Termites Service Guarantee + Free AfterCare Services From $149. www.bugzoff.com.au ANDY THE PESTIE 0405 589 705 Friendly, Affordable & Local. General pest control. Termite inspection & treatment. Free quotes. Senior discount. Lic 5109540 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 9808 3020 Phillip Draper West Ryde Lic 3906 POOLE & CO PLUMBING 9809 4230 0412 200 939 Your Local Plumber for 50 Years. * Blocked drains cleared * Taps & toilets * Hot Water * Gasfitting www.pooletheplumber.com.au Lic 985 PAUL RUFF & SON PLUMBING 0418 961 406 Est. Locally 1981 Lic 3792 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. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 emergencies. Lic. 143252c PLUMBERS CONTINUED) PURE PLUMBING PROFESSIONALS The Punctual Plumbers - 9191 7353 • 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 GLADESVILLE PLUMBING SERVICES 9817 4777 0413 402 599 For all your plumbing needs. Free Quotes. 24hr/7days. Emerg. serv. Visa/Master/Eftpos. Lic 168655C CMF PLUMBING 0411 232 629 9808 4220 • Plumbing, draining, roofing, gas fitting • Maintenance specialist • Jet blaster & CCTV • No job too small Lic 117469c 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 333461 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 NEED A LOCAL PLUMBER FAST? 9191 7353 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 RYDE CITY HOT WATER & PLUMBING Alfred 0418 976 679 LOCAL PLUMBER - 25+ Years Experience. • Hot Water Repairs & Replacements • Blocked Drains & Toilets • All General Plumbing Services • Restricted Electrical Licence. Call our office on 1300 976 679 or Alfred on 0418 976 679 Licence No. 111700C DO YOU NEED A PLUMBER? Daniel 0414 747 332 - Reasonable price + quality work - Blocked drain special - CCTV & Hot water - Tap & toilet leaking/installation Lic. 388974C REFRIGERATOR REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all fridges/seal washers, dryers, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409 833 832 9807 9828 ROOFING J & M SCHALK. 9878 4483 0408 642 056 Roof repairs. Metal, tile & leaking roof replac- ing valleys, F/Q, Lic R91302. LOCAL SYDNEY ROOF SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Leak finding/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. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252c To advertise Phone: 9807 6666 SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS 9879 4855 7/53-55 Gladesville Rd, Hunters Hill NSW Transform Your Outdoor Space with Our Expert Patio Building Services! Your local Stratco Authorised Patio Dealer. 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www. spinryde.com.au NSW Builders Lic 45000JP

Wednesday 21 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 13 Bowling Round-up Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 ROOFING (CONTINUED) SAM’S ROOFING P/L Sam 0416 178 058 All metal roofing & guttering, no job too small 33yrs exp. Ph Sam for quote. Lic 215152c TOP RYDE TOP ROOFING 0410 322 681 9871 0313 • High pressure cleaning • All roof repairs & painting F/Q. • Dulux Colour. • Pens Disc Lic 136874c ACTIVE ROOFING 0404 397 198 or 8677 4141 All roof restore & repair 30% off. Pressure cleaning. F/Q Lic 133762c ROOF PAINTING AARON’S ROOFING 0410 322 681 9871 0313 High pressure cleaning. All roof repairs & colour 20% off. F/Q Pens Disc. ROOF REPAIRS BOB THE ROOFER 0418 677 188 All roof repairs, renewals, restoration. Leak detection specialist. Over 35yrs exp. Lic 123259C RUBBISH REMOVALS GARRY’S RUBBISH REMOVAL Cheapest Prices Call Garry 0416 295 790 * All types of waste (large or small) * Household * Deceased estates * Senior Discount * Free quotes * 30 years exp * 7 days We’ll SAVE you. FLECK RUBBISH REMOVAL Glen 0418 268 040 • All Areas • 24/7 • Free Quotes • Excavator for hire • Domestic/Commercial • Good Rates • All types of waste • Senior Disc. Call Glen. SURVEYOR ATS LAND SURVEYORS 9808 6854 Suite 3, 75 Rydedale Rd, West Ryde, ats1@ atssurveyors.com.au TILES/TILING ACCLAIM TILING SERVICES Gabriel 0404 032 426 Small tiling jobs and repairs, leaking showers, kitchen splashbacks, property maintenance. Call Gabriel. Lic 251461c ALL TILE SHOWER REPAIRS Michael 0402 624 247 Re-grouting Re-sealing Waterproofing and re-tiling Lic. 378876c TONY TILING 0414 616 366 All Ceramic Tiles (wall & floor) etc. All Waterproofing. All areas. Lic . R78511 TREE LOPPING S T J GROUP TREE SERVICES 0401 181 780 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 0412 594 911 AJ’S TREELOPPING & RUBBISH REMOVAL 0412 933 031 Quick, reliable, fully insured, free quotes pensioner disc. Extra services incl. stump, grinding, garden maint, small concrete jobs. RUBBISH REMOVALS (CONTINUED) CHEAPEST PRICES Call Harry 0407 555 556 • Fast friendly Same Day service • All types of rubbish – household furniture, trees & vegetation • Residential & commercial waste • Deceased estates • Competitive pricing, Free quotes Seniors discount, No job too small SAFETY RAILS SAFETY RAILS BY RAILS 2U Les 0439 967 102 Supply/install custom or standard rails in steel or timber, internal or external. Obligation free quotes, fully insured, senior discounts. Covid safe – fully vaccinated. SOLICITORS & CONVEYANCING 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 E LEE LAWYERS 7202 8088 Compensation Law, Wills & Estates & Conveyancing. Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law. Fixed fee for simple Wills. First consultation free. Suite 14/1 Railway Pde, Burwood www.eleelawyers.com.au STOVE REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all stoves & ovens, 7 days / fast service 0409 833 832 9807 9828 TREE LOPPING (CONTINUED) A1 ABACUS GARDENING & TREE SERVICE Murray 0404 889 907 Experienced Gardener & Tree Lopper. Landscaping, stump grinding & rubbish removal. Weed, prune, trim & dig. Fully insured. Pensioners discount. TV REPAIRS EXCELLENCE ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE 0412 566 100 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 TUITION MATHEMATICS Joanne 0401 914 269 Yr4-12 Ext 1&2. Very experienced Teacher & Tutor. Both in person & online sessions have proven to be popular. WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all washers, dryers, fridges/seal, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409 833 832 9807 9828 WEDDINGS RAY WOOD PHOTOGRAPHY 0414 843 759 WINDOW CLEANING NO STREAKS WINDOW CLEANING, 9808 6773 Eugene 0415 258 454 Prompt, friendly, reliable service, F/Q, fully ins. Eugene Hunters Hill Women Tue Jun 13 K Stewart G Blunt d V Elias L Stephenson, G Guice K Saggers J Beale d G Guice J Castaldi David Keg, J Bishop J Lloyd Peter Kelly d V Wahlquist, F Palmer Bob Way Jill Denistone Women Thu Jun 15 Social Rk 2 H Tumminello C Jackson E Tulloch d C Whitelock M Sequla M Pollard Rk 4 J Elliott J McCreadie J Ahn d P Stewart C Minoque M Woods Rk 3 S Bailey M Armstrong C Smith H Simmons d Sunny P McClean C Heming M Caldw COLLEEN HEMING North Epping Women Tue Jun 13 Social A Baguley H Stibbs J Havron d J Palmer P Charan M Daley 16/6 S Caswell R Knott J Swan d L Warford M Garrick R Delves 22/16 SUE ARCHIBALD North Epping Men Wed Jun 14 Club G Giudice R Peterson d B Godsell K Douglass 24/24 (on ends) J Fry S Garvey d N Oppedisano P Harbrow 29/15 S Slocombe W Daley d J Royer G Stace 18/17 P Baird G Scott d T Gardiner S Palmer 18/15 O Sherrard M Hollier d R Thorp P Delves 21/21 (on ends) T Warner M Havron d N Swancott N Martelli 25/15 Sat Jun 17 Club L Driessen D Thompson P Delves d M Tayloor A Beaven R Peterson 22/17 A Godsell M Havron d V Riley M Gardiner 26/14 N Oppedisano G Scott d D Byron W Daley 19/14 R Crowne J Fry d T Gardiner P Harbrow 26/13 P Baird M Hollier d T Warner N Martelli 20/12 N Swancott G Stace d P Brown K Douglass 21/10 G Giudice S Palmer d S Slocombe O Sherrard 20/19    KEN DOUGLASS North Ryde RSL Men Sat Jun 10 Social V Shen J Auberson P Collins d A Cusack P Cusack J French 24/8 S Layburn J Grabiec J Hui d R Inchley P Auberson M Gale 24/14 E Sinanian J Glen P Dowling d A Barkovsky J Morris R Loveridge 30/12 G Inchley T Van der Laak A Woods d I Pendleton A Benson B Iacono 21/12 Wed Jun 14 Social W Wood J Glen P Auberson d E Sinanian A Manu A Benson 23/12 A Barkovsky S Addy J Hui d C Costa S Layburn P Collins 20/10 J Grabiec R Loveridge d P Chatfield B Iacono 22/9 PA Carlingford District Men Wed Jun 14 Social C Norgate R Hurley B Took d V Kumar A Cukon R Palmer 23/20 G Monk S Merani B Goldsworthy d D Emerton N Holman P Roy 26/17 J Hobson J Arkins d J Mazzaferro W Dewhirst 19/18 Sat Jun 17 Social B Logan G Young J Mazzaferro d T Slater N Holman J Hobson 26/24 A Ryce A Cukon R Palmer d J Forbes J Arkins P Hinds 33/17 G Monk P Taylor B Goldsworthy d D MacFarlane D Cochrane D Kensett-Smith 22/20 GEOFF YOUNG Putney Tennyson Bowls Wed Jun 14 Social P Smith P McLean d P Cunningham P Joint 24/23 M Hancock P Gray K Beatty d C Backhouse C Dale J McConnell 27/16 P Anderson B Lancett d P Noone P Harris 31//12 B Harris B Prentice d P Davidson K Lake 19/15 T Gibbons B Jasprizza D Walker d J Carrington L Ager K Jennings 32/24 Sat Jun 17 C/ship Singles R3 J Cunningham d A Macdonald 25/17 P Cormican d P Davidson 25/16 Sat Social Jun 17 B Lancett A Long A Rodger d J Hanna K Jennings D Walker 28/15 M Texier P Smith G Merchant d C Dale P Smith P Gray 34/15 P Noone B Prentice d B Jasprizza J McConnell 25/14 R Rees K Lake d K Beatty P Harris 21/20 PETER CORMICAN Lane Cove Bowls Mon Cliff Wright Trophy Day D Hough T Collins d D Vincent B Paxton 27/22 D Erskine M Burrough C Burrough d J Bowring W Godfrey M Smith 30/7 J Moran M Cosby G Screen d P Singleton J Notley S Hobson 30/11 L Manu M Screen B Patterson d J Carroll O Hostrup S Creedy 20/19 Jeanette Lloyd P Wade S Smith d K Heezan R Moran R Johnston 26/16 D Lloyd S Shortis D Madson d P Biddell D Vanniekirk G Moon 20/19 Winners David Lloyd Steve Shortis David Madson Wed Social J Moran D Lloyd B Paxton d M Smith B Piper D Madson 23/13 W Godfrey M Brouggy S Creedy d W Godfrey D Erskine B Patterson 16/15 M Brouggy W Morris d D Vanniekirk S Smith 24/16 M Cosby M Popovic d O Hostrup R Moran 19/18 Sat Social M Brouggy D Vanniekirk d Jeannette Lloyd J Bowring 36/12 S Kinsman G Moon d V Solway O Hostrup 20/12 Mcollum S Walder S Creedy d D Lloyd M Cosby P Wade 26/18 M Burrough R Johnston d M Popovic John Lloyd 23/17 W Godfrey P Zucconi d S Brouggy S Smith 26/13 D Erskine S Hobson d M Smith G Scott 30/17 DAVID ERSKINE Hunters Hill Men Thu Jun 15 Social D Keg A Turnbull d P Lansdowne K Beatty 27/10 P Maltby B Rothwell d S Craig D Rothwell P Nightingale 18/15 Fri Jun 16 Belle Property Triples Tournament J Stuart G Stuart G Carroll (HH/Denistone) 37 Pts 2nd B Carabetta R Court D Linnert (Denistone) 36 Pts 3rd T Beno J Restaino T La Greca (HH/Greenlees Park) 36 Pts (countback) Sat Jun 17 Major Singles C/ship (Rd 2) P Langwill d D Paling 25/12 Social B Hunter J McDonald G Norris d R Hopwood W Cappelletto P Nightingale 27/18 G Jones G Bricknell R Rose d B Love R Bauer V Moscato 31/9 A Turnbull P Wallis C Paterson d O Vandoros B Carpenter J Juniper 31/20 Sun Jun 18 Major Singles C/ship Rd 2 C Paterson d P Musumeci 25/19 G Thongsophon d B Love 25/8 T Beno d J Juniper 25/14 W Cappelletto d R Price 25/12 R Rose d W Farthing 25/13 V Moscato d R Gledhill 25/19 JJ

14 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 T Trades & Services 9807 6666 rades & Services 9807 6666 GLASS SERVICES Licence No: 206713c PAINTING DOORS, WINDOWS IRONING ROOFING RUBBISH REMOVAL 26 - THE WEEKLY TIMES, Wednesday January 30, 2013 registration WEST RYDE ROVERS 2013 Soccer Registrations New Members Welcome! 70 Teams in 2012 including 13 women’s teams! Under 6’s to All Age, Over 35’s, Over 45’s & Super League. We value participation, fair play and fun. We also aim to provide development opportunities for all our players. Registration Dates Saturday 2nd February 9am – 3pm or Sunday 3rd February 9am – 1pm Meadowbank Park (Adelaide St. entrance) FREE TRAINING BALL For Under 6’s and 7’s Club shorts and socks included in all registrations Want to know more? Check our website for details www.westryderovers.asn.au Enquiries: Rachel Hogan (Registrar) [email protected] (0400)880839 GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN? New Players Welcome WEST RYDE ROVERS SOCCER 2013 Online Registrations now open! Teams from Under 7’s to Over 35’s Competition runs on Sundays Club shorts and socks included in all registrations Want to know more? Check our website for details www.westryderovers.asn.au Registration Dates Saturday 2nd February 9am – 3pm or Sunday 3rd February 9am – 1pm Meadowbank Park (Adelaide St. entrance) Enquiries: Rachel Hogan (Registrar) [email protected] (0400)880839 RYDE R.S.L. YOUTH CLUB SPORTS REGISTRATION DAYS 2013 Sport Date Time Location TRAMPOLINE Saturday 2nd February 12.30pm (Recreational) Youth Club 2.30pm (Competition) KINDY GYM Friday 1st February 10.30am Youth Club Bookings are essential!! Enquiries please phone Carolyn: 0410 543 643 FEES : Sports Fees depending on Sport (Very Reasonable) YOUTH CLUB : EAGLE ST RYDE (NEAR GLADSTONE AVE) ENQUIRIES : SECRETARY (Ph 9809 1022) Ravens registration is now open for male and female players from U6 to Over 45’s. • A new Mightymites development program for boys and girls aged 3, 4 and 5 • We are looking for player's in U9, U 10, U11 and U15's in fi rst division • New Youth Elite team in U23 men’s football. This team is a stepping stone into higher grade football such as Super League. Will be supported with a special coaching program and play in the GHFA senior all age competition. • Boys and girls academy training squads • For the fi rst time we will fi eld a Over 45’s men’s team For more information and to register online visit www.gladesvilleravens.com.au The Gladesville Ravens has been a proud community club for over 50 years and welcome back our existing members and look forward to welcoming new members for the 2013 season. Local ladies partner in sport Karen Laing is presented with a framed women’s jersey by Rovers’ Life Member Karen Harrison. LAST year’s Gladesville-Hornsby soccer season saw a new sponsorship agreement in place between local business Lady Anne Funerals and West Ryde Rovers soccer. Karen Laing, Director of Lady Anne Funerals, is well known in the Ryde district for her commitment to the community through sponsorship, fundraising and networking activities. Based in West Ryde, Karen and her staff of compassionate and caring women provide professional and personal service and support to grateful families coping with the loss of a loved one. Appropriately, the sponsorship assisted with the provision of a new playing strip for Rovers’ top senior women’s team. West Ryde Rovers is a not for profit organisation run by volunteers, providing opportunities for local women, men, girls and boys to be involved in community sport. It is through the generous support of local businesses that the club continues to grow and thrive as it enters its 57th year. EXERCISE BIKE – stationary computerised with heart monitor as new $795 now $250 Ph 0425 370 022 FANS – Pedestal as new $35 and one floor base $15 good quality items Ph 0425 370 022 VACUUM CLEANER – Bagless, as new $45 and one Stick Vac good quality $30 Ph 0425 370 022 MIRRORS – 2 beautiful, rare items, medium size $45 & $65 each Ph 0425 370 022 BEDROOM LAMPS - $15 - $25 each and 2 tall lamps $20 & $65 each Ph 0425 370 022 CLOCKS – antique rosewood $75 and one British made $45 both play music Ph 0425 370 022 WANTED TO BUY ALL RECORDS - cash paid for good condition records - 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. Rock, Pop, Jazz etc. www. sydneyrecordtrader.com Ph: 9557 1030 BADGES – sports and leagues clubs, military and other badges wanted. Also medals, old postcards etc. HMAS Sydney items, souvenirs. Call Duncan 9869 3884 STAMP & COINS - collections wanted. Australian & overseas. Also badges, medals, old postcards, military items etc. Call Duncan on 9869 3884 ALL CARS WANTED – any year or model, any condition. Drivable or not, top cash paid. Call Wal on 0425 304 475 STAMPS – Australian predecimal stamps wanted. Kangaroos, KGY, pre-war covers, postcards, tags. Cash paid on the spot Ph: 0418 967 577 ST IVES COTTAGE – 1 bdm, freestanding, fully self contained in secluded garden. Bush outlook $400 pw plus bond. Ph 9144 7585 SOLICITORS DIRECTORY RONALD S. CZINNER & CO. Solicitors & Conveyancers 15/1 Jordan Street Gladesville 9816 2133 All legal & conveyancing matters. Level 3, Suite 27, 1-7 Jordan Street Gladesville Wills, Power of Attorney, Enduring Guardian, Conveyancing 98174698 or 0419609013 Call anytime Home visits available. Tibby Morgenstern Solicitor SOLICITORS DIRECTORY Rear 223 Victoria Rd, GLADESVILLE 2111 Phone: 9817 4698 Head Office 154 Elizabeth St, SYDNEY 2000 Phone: 9264 3877 YOUR CONTACT FOR • Family Law • Conveyancing • Immigration Law & all other legal services RONALD S. CZINNER & CO. Solicitors & Conveyancers 15/1 Jordan Street Gladesville 9816 2133 All legal & conveyancing matters. “Know Where You Stand” For all legal and conveyancing matters www.calabreselaw.com.au (02) 9743 1333 22/103 Majors Bay Rd, Concord WINSTON READFORD NOTARY PUBLIC Ⅰ SOLICITOR Ⅰ CONVEYANCING 165 Coxs Road (cnr Chauvel Street) NORTH RYDE F 9888 3865 [email protected] SEE US FIRST We can help with “Wills, probate & Shop 6, 43-49 Blaxland Road (corner of Argyle Avenue) RYDE NSW 2112 Phone: 9807 3222 Email: [email protected] N O TA RY P U BLI C T 9887 2888 EASY PARKING We can help With Wills, probate & finalising deceased estates shop 6, 43-49 blaxland road (corner of argyle avenue) rYde nsW 2112 Phone: 9807 3222 email: [email protected] LAWYERS, CONVEYANCERS & NOTARY PUBLIC SOLICITORS DIRECTORY Rear 223 Victoria Rd, GLADESVILLE 2111 Phone: 9817 4698 Head Office 154 Elizabeth St, SYDNEY 2000 Phone: 9264 3877 YOUR CONTACT FOR • Family Law • Conveyancing • Immigration Law & all other legal services RONALD S. CZINNER & CO. Solicitors & Conveyancers 15/1 Jordan Street Gladesville 9816 2133 All legal & conveyancing matters. For True Business Exposure, TWT Advertising is the Answer Phone 9807 6666 “Know Where You Stand” For all legal and conveyancing matters www.calabreselaw.com.au (02) 9743 1333 22/103 Majors Bay Rd, Concord WINSTON READFORD NOTARY PUBLIC Ⅰ SOLICITOR Ⅰ CONVEYANCER 165 Coxs Road (Corner Chauvel Street) NORTH RYDE F 9888 3865 T 9887 2888 Level 1/219 Victoria Road GLADESVILLE above Commonwealth Bank [email protected] SEE US FIRST WINSTON READFORD NOTARY PUBLIC Ⅰ SOLICITOR Ⅰ CONVEYANCING Looking after you and your close family is our specialty ■ Estate and Business Planning ■ Wills and Downsizing ■ Powers of Attorney ■ Enduring Guardianships ■ Chartered Tax Adviser 165 Coxs Road (cnr Chauvel Street) NORTH RYDE F 9888 3865 T 9887 2888 [email protected] THE WEEKLY TIMES AUTO DIRECTORY FOR INCLUSION RING 9807 6666 WEST RYDE SMASH REPAIRS 932 Victoria Road, West Ryde 9808 3033 CENTRAL DISTRICT PRESTIGE CARS 15-17 Rhodes Street West Ryde 9808 3044 SMASH REPAIRS BRAKE & CLUTCH SERVICES NORTH RYDE BRAKE & CLUTCH SERVICES Cnr Cox’s & Badajoz Roads, North Ryde 9888 5198 AUTO SERVICES THE GOOD FUEL INN Cnr Cox’s & Badajoz Roads, North Ryde 9888 5198 To advertise please phone: 9807 6666 AUTO SERVICES BRAKE & CLUTCH SERVICES FOR SALE ACCOMMODATION OBITUARIES POLICE NEWS POLICE NEWS To advertise Phone: 9807 6666 ALBERICI, Eva. Formerly of Concord West. Passed away on June 8. Aged 72 years. ALBRECHT (nee Mather), Faye June. Previously of Cabarita. Passed away on June 13. Aged 86 years. COLLIER, Elizabeth Ann. Late of North Ryde. Passed away on June 8. Aged 76 years. O’NEILL, Peter Dr. Late of East Ryde. Passed away on June 10. Aged 81 years. Funeral Service will be held in the Camellia Chapel, Macquarie Park Crematorium on June 22 at 10.30am PARKIN, Cameron James. Late of North Ryde. Passed away on June 5. Aged 43 years. ROSE (nee Jeffreson), Rhonda Rae. Late of Hunters Hill. Passed away on June 14. Aged 72 years. Funeral Service to be held in the Magnolia Chapel, Macquarie Park Crematorium on June 23 at 12.00 noon. TODD-SMITH, Martin. Passed away on June 11. Aged 68 years. Funeral Service will be held at Epping Baptist Church on June 23 at 2.00pm This document is classified as | C1 - Public EJV Newspaper Notice- 5G Upgrade DEPLOYMENT CODE: NEWSPAPER (EJV 5G UPGRADE) The Weekly Times Newspaper – 21st June 2023 2807 Woolwich PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE VODAFONE AND OPTUS MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT WOOLWICH PIER HOTEL, 2 GALE STREET, WOOLWICH, NSW 2110 INCLUDING 5G 1. The proposed upgrade to the existing facility includes: Removal of existing Vodafone & Optus equipment. Replacement and reconfiguration of existing three (3) Vodafone and Optus shared panel antennas (not more than 2.8m in length) on new mounts within existing shrouds.. Installation of new ancillary equipment including but not limited to twenty-one (21) new Remote Radio Units installed on existing mounts located on rooftop, Mast Head Amplifiers (MHA), combiners, breakout boxes, cabling, cable trays, GPS antennas and other items associated with the safety and operation of the facility. Reconfiguration and installation of new equipment within the existing equipment room. The proposed works will not increase the height of the facility. 2. Vodafone and Optus regards the proposed installation as a Exempt Development under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021 based on the description above. 3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: Adrian Dube at Nokia Solutions & Networks on 0413 809 856 or at [email protected] by COB 7th July 2023. Further information may be obtained from the RFNSA website at www.rfnsa.com.au/2110003 ARTWORK – 8 items beautiful wall decoration $65-$95 each. One item valued $6500 sell for $450 Ph 0425 370 022 CRYSTAL WARE – rare and beautiful items $5 - $25 each also Silverware Ph 0425 370 022 JEWELLERY BOXES – 2 beautiful items $25 & $75 each Ph 0425 370 022 Police swoop on suspect hiding inside McDonalds It is alleged the suspect’s car was found parked across multiple bays outside the restaurant around 10pm on Friday, June 9 and once inside he attempted to hide. “The male attempted to enter into the kitchen area where he was stopped verbally by management advising him he was not allowed entry,’’ police said. “At this time, plain clothed police observed the male suddenly run into the kitchen where he attempted to lock himself inside the freezer room.” When approached by police he allegedly attempted to flee but was apprehended. “Based on observations of the male’s behaviour, police reasonably suspected the male was under the influence of drugs and was subsequently placed under arrest for the purpose of a blood and urine sample and was conveyed to Ryde Hospital,’’ police said. They said action will be taken pending the outcome of the blood and urine samples as well as for trespassing. In other drug related news, police found cannabis on an 18 year old man in West Ryde around 7pm the same day. Police said they had received reports of anti-social behaviour and searched a group of five people at West Ryde Railway Station. POLICE have arrested a suspected drug driver who allegedly hid from them inside Gladesville’s McDonald’s Restaurant. ☐ Gladesville McDonalds The search located two bags of cannabis weighing 5.4 grams and the 18 year old was issued with a cannabis caution. The other four were issued with a move on order. Elderly woman found dead in Top Ryde fire Firefighters were called just after 10:30am to the unit on the second floor of a three-storey building where they located body of the woman who had sustained severe burns. Experts from FRNSW’s Fire Investigation and Research Unit (FIRU) are assisting detectives to determine the cause of the fire. An elderly woman was found dead after a fire engulfed her unit in Church Street, Ryde on Thursday morning. ☐ A fire truck outside the block of flats in Church Street where the fatal fire broke out on Thursday. Fire and Rescue NSW Superintendent Adam Dewberry said the fatality serves as a reminder to others about fire safety in the cooler months. “Winter is usually when our firefighters respond to more house fires, and unfortunately, more fire-related deaths and injuries,” Supt Dewberry said. “Having two fire-related deaths just two weeks into winter is devastating and impacts so many people, including the victims’ families and friends, our firefighters and the broader community.” LETTERS to the Editor Future of Denistone Bowling Club in doubt Dear Sir, I would like to bring to your attention the possible closure of the wonderful Denistone Bowling Club located on Chatham Road be- tween West Ryde and Eastwood. It is an oasis set among the majestic gum trees of Darvel Park. It is threatened to be sold off by its owner, The Carlingford Sports and Recreation Club to prop up its ‘pokie palace’ on Pennant Hills road Carlingford. The gentle exercise and social interaction lawn bowls provides men and women has been proven to fight off depression, dementia, diabetics, and cardio- vascular disease, among other illnesses. The ‘Carlo’ has already devoured and sold off the Brush Park bowling club on Marsden Road and pocketed the riches for its own greedy pur- poses. That site is now dere- lict and awaiting an unknown monstrosity. The Deniston Bowling Club is an integral local facility used by the local Neighbour Watch pro- gram, social card and mahjong players not to mention the hundreds of local and regional bowl- ers. It holds tournaments to support charities such as Life Line and recent- ly held the prestigious Zone 10 Grade 2 pen- nant finals. There have been sev- en bowling clubs closed down in this papers readership area in recent years - please, let’s hope Denistone is not the eighth. GERALD ERICKSON Ryde ACCC toll review Dear Sir, Proposed Changes to Sydney Tollways: The ACCC has been conducting a review into Sydney Tollways, based on a request by the previous Liberal/National Party. Our new State Labor Government is now proposing a “fairer” way to toll ALL Sydney motorists. Rather than solve this city’s “most tolled city in the world” reputation, the State Government will soon be proposing to TRANSFER the horrendous toll mess from the West and South West to the East, North and North West. Also, rather than introduce a CBD Congestion Tax, they may introduce a toll on majors roads leading into the city from the North and North West, such as the Anzac Bridge, Gore Hill Freeway and Warringah Expressway. This will allow them to reduce the costs on the M4, M5, M7 & M8 for our western suburbs neighbours, as the toll companies will not cop a reduction in their revenue targets. Distance tolling has already being ruled out by the new Transport Minister, John Graham. However, Dynamic Tolling (similar to surge pricing) has not being ruled out yet. The cost of living is already bad enough for everyone in NSW and none of us want more tolls imposed on us in the name of “fairness”? Sydney motorists have an opportunity to give their feedback on these proposed changes by visiting the ACCC website and I suggest we all do this before these proposed changes are imposed on us already over-burdened motorists. CHRISTOPHER PIKE Ryde Continued From Page 4

Wednesday 21 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 15 FOOTY TIPSTERS ZAC MILES Mayor, Hunters Hill DOMINIC PERROTTET Epping MP DONNA DAVIS MP Parramatta THE ONE-EYED TIGER TWT’s fearless unbiassed correspondent RON RYAN Chairman, Putney Bowling Club ANTHONY ROBERTS Lane Cove MP STEVE COLQUHOUN General Manager, The Eastwood Club 67½ 68½ 71½ 62½ 71½ 60½ 67½ 68½ 61½ 59½ 70½ 61½ Bye for JEROME LAXALE Bennelong MP JOHN O’BRIEN Director Ryde Eastwood Leagues BERNARD PURCELL Councillor, City of Ryde BETH ASHCROFT Director North Ryde RSL DENNIS SKINNER Tigers Den at Club Ryde Warriors Eels Panthers Sea Eagles Broncos Rabbitohs Raiders Warriors Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Rabbitohs Roosters Warriors Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Rabbitohs Roosters Warriors Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Rabbitohs Roosters Dragons Dolphins Panthers Storm Broncos Cowboys Roosters Warriors Dolphins Panthers Storm Broncos Cowboys Roosters Warriors Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Rabbitohs Roosters Warriors Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Cowboys Raiders Kiwis JelliedEels PantherPets Mexicans Bananabenders Bunnies BondiChicks Dragons Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Rabbitohs Roosters Warriors Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Rabbitohs Raiders Warriors Eels Panthers Storm Broncos Rabbitohs Raiders Belle Property Triples Tournament A Turnaround-Triples Bowls Tournament was held on Friday, June 16 at the Hunters Hill Club sponsored by local real estate agency Belle Property. The event attracted 66 bowlers from clubs near and far, including Avalon, Balmain, Concord, Denistone Sports, Greenlees Park, Lane Cove, Mt Lewis, North Epping, North Ryde RSL, Putney-Tennyson and Willoughby, as well as the host men’s and women’s clubs. After three games of highly competitive bowls played in good spirit, the day was won by the very strong composite outfit of Greg Carroll, Greg Stuart (Denistone) and Jake Stuart (HH), pictured (l to r) being presented with the $900 winners’ cheque by Kym and Olivia of Belle Property Hunters Hill. The runners-up were another Denistone combination of Bobby Carabetta, Ron Court and Dave Linnert, with third place going to John Restaino, Tom La Greca (Greenlees Park) and Tony Beno (HH). It was a fine day out on the greens, including lunch by Lozzi which was enjoyed by all participants. ☐ Belle Property Triples Tournament at Hunters Hill Club Hunters Hill sink Whales Club President Luke McCormack said the match lived up to expectations of being a hard fought encounter. “The first half was extremely tight with both teams scoring tries and being separated only by a penalty goal,’’ he said. “The second half was frantic with both teams operating at full speed as they exchanged tries, but it was ill-discipline from Mosman that presented the Hillies with penalty conversions through sharp-shooting five eight Sam Ryan.” McCormack praised the Hunters Hill defence. “The Hillies used score board pressure to all but snuff out the Mosman attack but a late penalty try from a driving maul created a late game contest,’’ he said. “Hooker James Lynch once again demonstrated his huge motor with a late try off a strong run from Centre Ben ‘Stewie’ Stewart - and the game was over with Hunters Hill running out winners.” This Saturday Hunters Hill play Waverley at Waverley Oval. Hunters Hill Rugby Club defeated the Mosman Whales by 31 points to 17 at Boronia Park on Saturday. ☐ Hunters Hill centre Cooper Henwood played an outstanding game in the black and white colours of Hunters Hill. Photo by Pete Kenny of Framing Life Boronia Park. APIA draw the Italian derby The longest running derby in Australian football - known as the Italian Derby - provided an opportunity for both teams to show why they are at the top of the table. Swibel put Marconi ahead in the 67 minute before Stewart salvaged a draw with a goal in the 89th minute. APIA Leichhardt coach Franco Parisi said he was disappointed to have left Bossley Park with just a point. “I feel that both goals were not from great football and for us we know that we can be better,” he said. “They made it difficult for us and there was a lot on the line for both clubs but no one walks away a winner and for us I will never say it’s a fair result unless we win.” North West Sydney Spirit were defeated by four goals to two at Pluim Park on Sunday. The Central Coast Mariners goals were scored in the 39th, 49th, 72nd and 73rd minute while the Spirits goals were scored by Mitch Davison in the 52nd minute and Lobo in the 57th. Spirit manager David Perkovic was disappointed by his team’s defending. “In my opinion, there wasn’t anything fantastic in them producing the goals, it was just very poor defending. Fantastic finishes, but it shouldn’t have gotten to that stage,” he said. “Two goals away from home will usually get the win, but not today unfortunately.” APIA Leichhardt and the Marconi Stallions shared the spoils in a thrilling one all draw at Bossley Park on Saturday. ☐ Action from APIA Leichhardt’s clash with Marconi (image: Football NSW)

16 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 21 June, 2023 Alex Twal breaks his hoodoo It came in the 23rd minute when halfback Brandon Wakeham put a kick up which was batted down by backline bombshell Brent Naden and the loose ball fell into the lap of the Lebanon International legend who pounced to score. Players from both sides rose up to celebrate with Alex and even referee Ziggy Przeklasa-Adamski grinned from ear to ear as he pointed for a try and the Tiger fans chanted Alex’s name. The try was no more than Alex deserved as he’s set up dozens of four pointers for his team mates since he made his debut in 2017 and went on to be a regular first grade Tiger. Tigers coach Tim Sheens last year promised Alex they’d get him a try and break his duck and he and Benji Marshall joined a celebration to be remembered for years to come. Brandon converted the try to give the Tigers a six to four lead. The Tigers enjoyed a strong start to the second period with Westfield Sports High School teenager Tallyn Da Silva (18) making his debut and he fell just short of scooting over for his first try. Tallyn said he didn’t expect to make his debut until 2025 and Saturday night’s game was a dream come true as he replaced injured captain and hooker Api Koroisau. “I grew up wanting to do this and they’ve even given me the largest shoes to fill with the injury to Api,’’ he said. Tim said Tallyn is a good kid - but he’s still a kid - with a great future ahead of him. With Api injured the captain’s armband was worn by second row forward John Bateman who had only arrived from Pommieland a few weeks ago. He led by example and will be a player to watch as the Tigers surge to grand final glory in coming weeks. Now’s the ideal time to bet Ma-InLaw’s pension fund on the Tigers with ten rounds to go and twenty points to collect. We pick up full points this weekend with the Round 17 bye before we travel to Bananabender Land for a rematch with the Cowgirls. SEE YA THERE! Tigers prop Alex Twal broke one of the longest try ducks in NRL history when he crossed for the first try of his 116-game career at Cameltown against the Mexicans on Saturday night. ☐ Tallyn Da Silva offloads to a first grade team mate. 117 Ryedale Road West Ryde NSW 2114 Tel: 02 9807 2444 www.releagues.com.au www.facebook.com/rydeeastwoodleagues Gig Guide Visit website or scan QR code to book! AUSTRALIAN BEACH BOYS 8PM, SATURDAY 1 JULY TICKETS $30 PLEASE VOTE FOR US IN THE LOCAL BUSINESS AWARDS! SCAN THE QR CODE. SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE VISIT OUR WEBSITE OR SCAN QR TO BOOK! CRAZY SCIENCE MAGIC SHOW Monday 3 July @ 2.30pm. Chemistry and physics - magic, comedy, mime & music! $15 per entry for adults & children. Under 2yrs Free. KIDS’ FIRST AID Monday 3 July @ 11am. $15.00. Informs and teaches kids first aid, aged 4-12yrs. Practical & super fun! CRAFT PARTY Wednesday 5 July @ 11am. $10.50. Includes FREE chips, drink and ice block. FUN PIZZA MAKING CLASS! Friday 7 July @ 10.30am. Make pizza @ Social Kitchen! Tickets $15; includes ice cream! KIDS’ MOVIES Monday 10 & Friday 14 July @ 11am and 2pm. Puss in Boots; The Last Wish and The Amazing Maurice.Only $1.50! KIDS’ BINGO 4 & 11 July @ 11am. $6.50, including activity pack, bingo book, lollies & more! PLUS great prizes! $154,000 CASH & CAR DRAW Sunday 20 August CHANCE TO WIN! A MINI COOPER & $100,000 CASH TO ENTER, JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP VIA OUR WEBSITE, OR AT THE CLUB. 1 YEAR ONLY $5 5 YEARS ONLY $20 See club website or scan QR code for details. Conditions apply. NTP/06551 DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE A NEW CLUB APP, WITH A DIGITAL MEMBERSHIP CARD, AND CHANCE TO WIN CLUB POINTS AND GIFT CARDS? SCAN THE QR CODE TO DOWNLOAD. SOUL EMPIRE - LIVE PARTY BAND SYDNEY’S HOTTEST R&B COVER BAND! 9PM, FRIDAY 30 JUNE. FREE ADMISSION! RYDE RETRO MANIA WITH DJ NATHAN BENNETT 8PM, FRIDAY 23 JUNE FREE ADMISSION! ☐ Alex Twal celebrates his try and the end of a six year hoodoo. BY THE ONE EYED TIGER