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Congratulations
from the King!
☐ Phyllis Edwards at her

106th birthday party with her
congratulatory letter from King
Charles III

PHYLLIS EDWARDS has Labor announces WIN! with TWT! JB’s World PHYLLIS EDWARDS
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probably among the few British rom-com King Charles III and
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The keys to her longevity
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Vale Geoffrey Swain Kellie will be the key- keep going,’’ a Lane
note speaker at the Cove Council spokes-
The husband of former Hunter’s International Women’s person said.
Hill Mayor Sheila Swain - Geoffrey Day Breakfast on
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ness success, core life
Mayor Swain passed away in 2009. lessons and how to
pick yourself up and

Father Martin’s Musings

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Wednesday 11 January, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 3

Welcome to a Happier,
Healthier New Year 2023!
IT’S TIME! to ban masks and futile
lockdowns and get on with life!
Growing evidence shows wearing of masks is un- cake. ney celebrates on
productive and in fact dangerous for the wearers TWT JB’s World Therese Aus- Wednesday same
with surgeons the only people who should wear a EDITORIAL tin and Rotar- day as Victoria
mask to protect the wound of the operated patient. ian John Stanton Kilby and Hanne
Ned Kelly had good cause to wear a mask for a dif- OLIVIA KIERD- celebrate Sunday Brock Roslind
ferent reason along with bank robbers. AL TWT Granny same day Jason celebrating in
Smith Festival Berther younger Roskilde Den-
Sweden is the only sensible country to follow these Queen 2013 and son of Noelene mark.
rules. With worthwhile results. TWT Gladesville Berther Gorman
Christmas Festival and brother of ***
Singing Star win- Sharon and Rus- Amelia Hull cel-
ner celebrates 29 sell faces 52 gold- ebrates fifty two
today same day as en candles on his next Friday same
Robert Springett cake day as Christina
turns 71 and Twins Claire and Bandzivlis.
Frank Polverino Jessica Frazer
celebrates and turn 37 Monday. REBECCA
Pi Kirsten Ho- Jessica was run- CAITLIN MAX-
jte parties in Co- ner-up for TWT TED celebrates
penhagen with Granny Smith 28 next Thursday
children Bjorn, Festival Queen in with JB’s Oz niece
Per and Karen 2002. Mum Gina and fa-
and members of *** ther Ian together
Copenhagen St SARAH BOT- with brother Mi-
Georges Guild TOMS turns 17 chael and young-
of former Scouts on Monday just er sister Hayley.
and Guides. returning home to
Vienna after two Next day is wed-
*** weeks in Sydney ding anniversary
JB NIECE Gor- holidaying with day of JB twin
geous Georgina her Mutti Elisa- brother Dr Peter
Michelle Gilkes beth, brother Mi- Arthur Booth and
Maxted cele- chael and staying Margaret Quain
brates Friday with with her Nonna Barnier and also
hubby Ian Max- Ulrike Booth and of Peter Menton
ted of Beecroft JB. and Ely Menton.
and children Mi- JB cousin Jenny
chael, Rebecca Barnes Tomkins JB was Best Man
and Hayley and also celebrates at both weddings:
will miss partying Monday with hub- at St Phillips East-
with her mother- by Neville Tom- wood for Peter
in-law Eva Max- kins OAM NSW and Margaret
ted of North Ryde State Scouts and a in Manila
who passed away Commissioner in The Philippines
☐ DR JOHN F KNIGHT our famous “Merry Media Medic” was farewelled at a colourful balloons and flowers memorial recently. Canberra. for Peter and Ely.
service at Wahroonga Seventh-Day Adventist Church Wednesday December 21 conducted by members of his family.
TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO. Happy daze all.

Dr John F Knight AM our Merry Media Medic farewelled at 95 Tony Chan cel- *** BUMPER STICK-
ebrates 85 Friday SIEGFRIED Sie- ER: Remember
while Allan and gi HAAS hubby of if Plan A doesn’t
Bernadette Hor- Ruth Eichmeyer work there are
rell of Ryde Ro- Haas and son-in- still 25 more let-
JENNY SMITH John’s eldest daughter opened proceedings with a Welcome followed by a Prayer by John’s tary Club fame law of Ulrike in Vi- ters in the alpha-
grandson Toby Ackland and Reflections on Earlier Times by John’ youngest son Peter Knight. celebrate 34 years enna and father of bet.

John’s granddaughter Tori Ack- of Eastwood’s famous Vimiera for elderly and frail at nominal wedded bliss Sat- Lukas and Judith ***
land followed with Reflections on Village operated by John an No- rental. urday same day who have both -Keep Smiling!
my Gramps and John the Philan- reen’s charitable Medi-Aid Centre John Donohoe spent six months - JOHN F BOOTH AM
thropist by John’s eldest son Da- Foundation which provides ac- A visual presentation followed faces his birthday school in Syd-
vid Knight who is also manager commodation at Surfers Paradise before a Conclusion and Prayer
led by Jenny Smith.

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Letters to the Editor Hunters Hill Guest Column
Armenia’s
humanitarian crisis TWT welcomes letters Oh Come All Ye Faithful

from our readers. You can submit yours at: When The Weekly Times asked me to write the guest column as a preliminary
weeklytimes.com.au/letters to the February 2023 release of my new book - Because Our Fathers Lied - I
was at a loss as to how to tie my story of the Boer and Great War in with
Full name, address and telephone number Christmas.
MUST be supplied for letters sent by mail,
even if not for publication. Send to: TWT PO

Box 123, Ryde NSW 1680

Dear Sir, phe inside Artsakh due No policy but including a major
On behalf of the to Azerbaijan cutting on spending private development
Ryde City Council, I off all access to fuel, company, providing
write to you, alarmed medicine, food and Dear Sir, the balance of funds to
by reports of the over other vital humanitar- Unsurprisingly, the construct the over $5m I fast realised, however, that it was per- To The POINT
three-week-long Art- ian supplies from en- proposed Boronia building. fect to reflect all that the Season means.
sakh Blockade com- tering the region. Park facility with a Unlike other councils, by
mitted by Azerbaijan request for increased Hunter’s Hill has no Fi- No setting was more suited to destroy a
against the 120,000 Therefore on behalf financial contribution nancial Reserves Pol- man’s faith than the Battle of The Somme Paula
Armenians of Art- of the Council, I urge from council towards icy to guide how such and the bloodbath that was Bullecourt. Astridge
sakh. Australia to use its fa- its development was unrestricted moneys
Since 12 Decem- vour with Azerbaijan an agenda item for can be spent. But despite the carnage, acute suffering Private Albert Moren of the Second
ber 2022, Azerbaijani and all tools at its dis- a Hunter’s Hill Coun- It was also not clari- and despair, belief in God was not only Queens Regiment recalled.
climate activists and posal to call for an end cil meeting called a fied at the meeting sustained, but put into practice.
Azerbaijani soldiers to the blockade. week from Christ- whether the stated var- And Graham Williams of the Fifth Lon-
have blocked Artsakh’s mas. iation to the 2018 NSW There is a true story about the Christ- don Rifle Brigade went on in further detail:
only lifeline to Armenia We are hopeful that The council meeting Stronger Communi- mas of 1914 on the frontline trenches near
and the outside world, Australia will demon- decided to draw down ties Grant from the Lens in France, where a spontaneous “First the Germans would sing one of
holding the 120,000 strate its commitment $1.735m of ratepayer original $1m to $1.5m truce saw enemies stand side by side, in their carols and then we would sing one
Armenian Christian to democracy and sta- money held within is a typo or whether celebration of Christmas, sharing cham- of ours. When we started up “O Come,
residents hostage by bility in the region by council’s general funds council intends to seek pagne and cigarettes amongst the barbed All Ye Faithful”, the Germans immediately
siege. supporting the peace- (unrestricted reserves) (and receive) yet more wire in the middle of no-man’s land – a joined in singing the same hymn to the
Over 1,000 Armenian ful and indigenous to cover the predict- NSW government real “Silent Night” of sorts, that against Latin words Adeste Fideles and I thought
residents of Artsakh Christian Armenians in able shortfall in the grant funding for this every order from headquarters on both well, this is really a most extraordinary
are stranded in Arme- Artsakh. overdesigned facility. poorly located facility. sides, renewed all faith in humanity. thing ..two nations both singing the same
nia and unable to re- Government grants Such decision mak- carol in the middle of a war.”
turn home, with local We must help end and donations to the ing is unfair to ratepay- On a crisp, clear Christmas Eve 100
authorities also warn- this ongoing humani- rugby club from largely ers and irresponsible years ago, thousands of British, Belgian This particular incident is not recount-
ing of an enormous tarian crisis. undisclosed recipients, financial management. and French soldiers put down their rifles, ed in my book, but considering that The
humanitarian catastro- stepped out of their trenches and spent Great War was perhaps the greatest evil
Yours Sincerely CATHY MERCHANT Christmas mingling with their German en- ever perpetrated on mankind, it is a mo-
Councillor Sarkis Hunters Hill emies along the Western Front. ment in its overcoming that should forever
Yedelian OAM be remembered.
Mayor of The City In the hundred years since, the event
of Ryde has been seen as a kind of miracle, a rare The perfect example of strength and
moment of peace just a few months into hope -- of the love and faith in our fellow
Sydney Harbour remembers a war that would eventually claim over 15 man that Christmas each year instills in
Pope Benedict’s papal tour million lives. us.

The late Pope Benedict XVIth toured Sydney Harbour by boat, on July 17, 2008 It all started with a song sung through a Because Our Fathers Lied is due for re-
for World Youth Day. sudden eerie silence that hung over the lease in February 2023 and will be avail-
battlefield. able in all good bookstores and online.

From the German trenches, voices rang Paula Astridge is an author and histo-
out singing “O Holy Night”, and the Allied rian who lives in Hunters Hill.
troops in trenches only yards away re-
sponded with “Oh Come All Ye Faithful”.

“It was a beautiful moonlit night, frost
on the ground, white almost everywhere,”

A year of progress

HUNTER’S HILL HAPPENINGS
with Mayor Zac Miles

With 2023 now under way, I would
like to wish everyone in the com-
munity a Happy New Year.

☐ Pope Benedict toured Sydney Harbour during World Youth Day 2008. We are all looking forward to an exciting $560,475 from the NSW Government.
year ahead in Hunters Hill. The NSW Government, the Parramatta
He cruised on the ship ☐ Pope Benedict greets pilgrims in Sydney’s historic
Sydney 2000 from Rose I hope everyone enjoyed a well-earned River Catchment Group and Hunter’s Hill
Bay to Barangaroo where The Rocks. break over the festive season and has come Council, through the ‘Our Living River’ mis-
he celebrated Mass back refreshed for what 2023 will bring. sion (to make the Parramatta River swim-
among an estimated mable again by 2025) have worked towards
120,000 pilgrims, many Our Council ended 2022 very positively, delivering this important project.
of whom were from laying the groundwork to deliver projects for
Catholic colleges and our local area that will enhance Council fa- Another swim site opened recently at Bay-
schools in TWT Territory. cilities and improve community use. view Park, Concord, in the City of Canada
The 2008 Papal Visit was Bay, and others are planned at McIlwaine
also a special occasion Following extensive community consulta- Park, Rhodes, and Putney Park in the City
for the Josephite Sisters tion on a number of these projects we can of Ryde.
of Hunters Hill as Pope now look forward to taking important next
Benedict prayed at the steps. We look forward in working with our
shrine their Order’s neighbouring councils and other agencies
founder Saint Mary For Gladesville Reserve, we heard feed- in making these great locations along the
MacKillop. back about the delivery for an upgrade to Parramatta River incredible new places for
“I know that her plea the playing surface, using a $2million grant recreational swimmers.
for justice on behalf of from the NSW Office of Sport.
those unfairly treated The facilities at Boronia Park are also set
has become a source of At our last meeting for 2022, Council en- for a significant upgrades with the construc-
inspiration for all Austral- dorsed a concept plan for stage one works tion of the new Sports and Community Fa-
ians,’’ he said of Saint that include an upgraded natural turf playing cility in the centre of the park now that next
Mary MacKillop. surface that will be sized to include a com- steps have received Council endorsement.
He also praised Aus- munity soccer field and two training areas.
tralia’s reconciliation with This will address the significant deficien-
Aboriginal people. It is expected that construction will be cies in existing facilities and provide ameni-
complete in late 2023, with the field avail- ties our community and sporting clubs des-
able for use in 2024. perately need and deserve.

We are also looking ahead to other fu- With plans already in train, I look forward
ture works such as expansion of the field, to working with our community throughout
a new amenities building and playground, 2023 to deliver these significant projects for
a lighting upgrade, and accessible paths all to enjoy.
and parking, which would be dependent on
sourcing funding, community feedback and Clr Zac Miles is Mayor of Hunter’s Hill
the Henley Precinct Plan of Management Clr Zac Miles is Mayor of
that takes in Gladesville Reserve. Hunter’s Hill

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the
water, so it’s fitting that we are also now
proceeding with a detailed design and ten-
dering for a new swim site project at Bedlam
Bay.

This project has been made possi-
ble thanks to a ‘Places to Swim’ grant of

Wednesday 11 January, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 5

Ryde centenarian Phyllis Edwards chalks up an impressive 106
The Weekly Times every week, cover to cover. got your bread delivered, your milk delivered, your
☐ Phyllis with her two sons Ken and By Anthony Stavrinos And while Covid restrictions have impacted TWT’s ice delivered and all those sorts of things. Life was
Trevor Edwards cutting her 100th birthday very different.”
cake in 2017. PHYLLIS EDWARDS has achieved what almost all home deliveries in her area, she still makes sure she
of us won’t - 106 years of human life. gets the paper every Wednesday. With her incredible mental agility and memory the
family often jokes: ‘who needs a computer?’
And having celebrated her birthday on January 2, Phyllis was thrilled to receive congratulations and
she’s probably among the few Australians to have birthday wishes on reaching the age of 106 from His She has always been actively involved in helping
so far received a letter of congratulations from the Majesty King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla. others from a teenager with St John’s Ambulance,
incoming King Charles III. charity, school, church, knitting and loved her ten-
She first received royal correspondence from the nis.
The keys to her longevity are surprisingly pretty late Queen Elizabeth II in 2017 when she celebrated
simple and some of the basic necessities in life. becoming a centenarian, before a second letter of Phyllis has also been a wonderful knitter all her life
congratulations came to mark her 105th birthday and belongs to a knitters group who knit tirelessly
Asked what has been the secret of enjoying such last year. for charity and the homeless, working on many fun-
a long life, she said: “I think it must be god’s bless- draising stalls and as an active member of the Pres-
ing”. But Phyllis says she was surprised to receive a byterian Church of Gladesville.
dispatch from the incoming King.
“I’ve always been part of a loving family and had Up until the age of 100, she was even getting
many good friends and that keeps you interested,” “I didn’t think they were going to be distributed un- around in her own car, but then voluntarily put an
Phyllis told The Weekly Times. til after the coronation,” she said. end to her driving career.

“And another thing, I like keeping busy and I enjoy “But anyway, I was very thrilled to get mine.” Phyllis remains an inspiration to all who know her
my food. Born in 1917 at Haberfield, Phyllis has lived in with a great positive attitude to life, not least her two
Ryde for 81 years and celebrated her 106th birthday sons and daughter in-laws; seven grandchildren
“If you ask the family, they’d probably say ‘banan- with her family, including 19 great grandchildren. and 19 great grandchildren.
as’ because they tease me about eating so many As a young girl, Phyl was dux of Newshertl Gram-
bananas.” mar School in Haberfield – winning a flight on a bi Phyllis also survived Spanish flu and two World
plane as a reward but had to turn down the prize Wars, so the dreaded Covid-19 didn’t stand a
There’s no strict dietary routine at the heart of her due to her parents’ concerns. chance!
enduring good health either. She remembers horse cabs and Ryde consisting ☐ The letter from incoming King, Charles III.
of market gardens and attending the opening of the
“I just eat anything I want to. I’ve got no special Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932.
diet requirements and whatever looks interesting Her late husband Roy - who passed away more
and available, I’ll eat it,” she said. than 40 years ago - was a builder and their phone
number was 25 on the Ryde manual telephone ex-
“I’m not a drinker and not a smoker but I’m not a change.
teetotaller, I’ll have one if there’s a party on… so I “It’s changed extremely. I mean, (back then) there
think that’s helped a bit.” were not that many houses about and Putney - no-
body wanted Putney and everybody wanted Ryde.
While she tends not to get out so much anymore, Now Putney has overtaken Ryde,” Phyllis said.
but gets plenty of enjoyment from being an avid “There were so many market gardens and dairies
reader. and things were very, very different.
“And shopping of course was different, when you
“I can’t get out nowadays. I used to like going out
when I could but it’s too much of an effort now,”
she said.

“But I read a lot. I read a lot and I like doing cross-
words.”

Unsurprisingly - like most of our readers - reads

NSW Labor’s Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 pledge times since 2014 but haven’t lifted a finger to be- their word,” she said.
gin construction. “People bought homes, opened businesses
NSW Labor has made an election commitment to invest $200 million to com-
mence construction of the Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 project. “Western Sydney has been left behind. Time and made investments along the route because
and time again the Liberals have put the housing of the promises made by the Liberals.
The funding will be used to finalise planning ap- project. in place without the infrastructure to support our
provals, commence market engagement and pro- “It’s time to get Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 built. growing communities.” “They haven’t delivered.”
curement processes for major civil contracts and abor said the NSW Liberal Government had
begin early and enabling construction works. Labor will stop talking about this project and start Labor’s candidate for Parramatta, the city’s made 15 reannouncements since its initial an-
building. That’s what the people of Western Sydney Lord Mayor, Donna Davis, said the community nouncement in 2014, but this had resulted in not
The election promise comes on top of the exist- expect and need,” NSW Labor Leader Chris Minns was experiencing massive population growth, a single shovel in the ground to begin construc-
ing $602.4 million for constructing bridges and un- said. but the Liberals hadn’t delivered the public trans- tion.
dertaking planning work to deliver the infrastructure port services that were needed. The Parramatta LGA will grow by 127,296
“The Liberals have announced this project sixteen people by 2041, the single largest LGA growth
“When the Liberals first promised Stage 2 of rate in the state.
the Parramatta Light Rail people took them at

☐ NSW Labor
Leader Chris
Minns in Melrose
Park with can-
didates for the
March state elec-
tion, left, school
teacher Lyndal
Howison (Ryde)
and Parramatta
Lord Mayor
Donna Davis
(Parramatta).

☐ Armenians hold Christmas prayers amid reports of an humanitarian crisis in their Labor unveils state election
candidates for Ryde and Parramatta
homeland.
NSW Labor last week announced two new female candidates in the upcoming
Ryde’s Armenians celebrate NSW state election, with hopes Parramatta’s Lord Mayor can achieve a mam-
Christmas amid catastrophe moth swing towards the party.

RYDE’s Armenian community celebrated Christmas on Friday as reports flood in Opposition Leader Chris Minns The Liberal Government re- viously worked as a medical re-
of a humanitarian crisis in the Armenian speaking enclave of Artsakh. announced the candidacies of vealed plans to build a new high search manager and in finance
Parramatta Lord Mayor Donna school in Melrose Park in 2019, before retraining to become a
Artsakh and its 120,000 Arme- as medical supplies, fruit, veg- ☐ Ryde Mayor Sarkis Davis and local teacher Lyndal but they are yet to progress to the teacher.
nian Christians have been block- etables and baby food can’t get Howison for the seat of Ryde. development stage.
aded by surrounding Azerbaijan through the blockade. Yedelian OAM She stood for Labor in the 2016
for the last 17 days with no food Last Wednesday’s candidate “If it hasn’t been built in the past federal election for the seat of
or medical supplies coming in It is also mid-Winter in Artsakh announcement also came with a 12 years, even for fast growing Bennelong and was preparing to
and no power able to be supplied and there is no power for heating. commitment to build a new high communities like this one, what contest the seat again in 2019,
from neighbouring Armenia. school in Melrose Park near West gives anyone the confidence that before stepping aside for neu-
“The temperature is close to Ryde - with an anticipated cost of if you re-elect this government rosurgeon Dr Brian Owler at the
City of Ryde Mayor Sarkis zero there and people are cutting $54 million - should Labor be vot- ... they’ll actually build this high eleventh hour.
Yedelian OAM told The Weekly down street trees to light fires, ed into government at the March school,” Mr Minns said.
Times the local Armenian speak- even people living in apartment 25 election. Ms Howison said she became
ing community holds ‘’grave blocks in the capital and Ryde’s The western Sydney seat of a teacher because she believes
concerns’’ for friends and rela- sister city, Stepanakert,’’ the Mr Minns took a swing at the Parramatta is held by the Liberal in the power of public education.
tives in Artsakh. Mayor said. Liberal pre-selection process that Party on a 10 per cent margin,
so far passed up several women but could come into play with the “It’s time for change in Ryde.
“We saw people at our Azerbaijan claims the blockade as candidates in favour of men. incumbent and NSW Minister for NSW Labor have a plan, for
local Christmas service who is by eco-protestors and Corrections, Geoff Lee, retiring health, for education, for our
were visibly distressed and environmentalists but the Mayor “I don’t think we should be hav- from politics. community,” she said.
many were crying,’’ he said. says this claim is a blatant lie. ing a celebration because we’re
running fantastic female candi- Ms Davis was elected Lord “I will not be taking a single
“This is a humanitarian crisis “The protestors are Azeri dates for state seats at the up- Mayor in early 2022, after living vote for granted in this election,
and the blockade means they we soldiers who are dressed in coming election,” he said. and working in Parramatta for but I believe that our community
can’t go there and we can’t send civilian clothing and their aim is to most of her life, said time was up deserves better and that only a
aid, because the airspace is also force Armenians out of Artsakh “It should be the natural thing for the Liberal Government. Minns Labor government can de-
closed. as refugees,” he said. to do for a modern political party liver that.”
that’s hoping to contest the elec- “I love the community of Par-
“One Red Cross vehicle man- The Mayor has written an tion in 2023.” ramatta, but after 12 years of Lib- Ms Howison’s candidacy in
aged to get in but one vehicle urgent letter to Foreign Affairs eral neglect, I believe it is time for Ryde follows the withdrawal of
isn’t anywhere near enough to Minister Penny Wong. The Labor leader also ad- change,” she said. Labor’s initial pick, Dr Francisco
help.” dressed rampant population Valencia, due to a personal issue
“This government is not doing growth in the western suburbs ”Our community deserves allegedly involving a domestic
He said the greatest fears are anything despite previous which he said was not being better. Better education, better violence incident.
for children and elderly residents promises to try to send met with sufficient infrastructure health and better transport infra-
humanitarian aid.’’ upgrades, including access to structure. Ryde is considered a safe Lib-
education. eral seat and will be difficult for
”I know this election will be an Labor to win after retiring local
He said Parramatta’s popula- uphill battle, but I will be fight- member, Victor Dominello, was
tion was expected to increase by ing day in and day out for every replaced by former Ryde Mayor
127,000 over the next 15 years single vote I can get and for the Jordan Lane, who has been
as well as an additional 110,000 best interests of the people of campaigning throughout the seat
people in Blacktown and a further Parramatta.” since his preselection in Novem-
110,000 in The Hills district. ber.
Ryde local, Ms Howison, pre-

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in TWT Territory! four Local Government Areas in TWT
12 JaNUaRy 2022 Territory and two former mayors re- 26 JaNUaRy 2022 THE TIGER
19 JaNUaRy 2022 turned as a result of the December 4
elections. Olympic champ MichelleAustralia Day celebrations in TWT Territory see pages 5, 6 & 7 Happy Australia Day today to all Ryde Council Surprise move:
readers from the TWT Team. Eastwood Centre to be
HUNTERS HILL elected Liberal Zac Hope you make the best of it under the Renamed Korea Town!
Miles by popular vote with Indepen-
dent Clr ELIZABETH KRASSOI elect- see pages 5, 6 & 7prevailing Covid-19 restrictions. There are
ed Deputy Mayor at Monday night’s better times ahead!
meeting. Meanwhile...
BAIRD’S SNEALanKe CYoveETOvWeznTDtwoafiynYsseRtaaryr!deTokyo BAIRD’S INSIDE This Week
LANE COVE elected its first ever La- make
bor Mayor ANDREW ZBIK on Monday aOblyigmhpiitcasstaLbalneeteCnonviTEasenvh’dessenetAWMnoueefseaskadthltotyrewiaobYTlaneiinmaakrMeDsbPiyachuabyhRslyiecAdlbelmeeSeCcnbhBoouaaornswlociasmlfraodwrlediedthotyhrReR.wyyddsieclelhoRCoSilt’Lys Karen Waud Cathie’s Column ............................................. 2
with Independent BRIDGET KENNE- JB’s World........................................................ 3
DY Deputy Mayor. Letters to the Editor ....................................... 4
TWT wins RydeFr Kevin Bates interview................................ 4
CANADA BAY returned former mayor Australia Day Honours................................6-7
ANGELO TSIREKAS standing as Our OAM Ryde City Council........................................... 9
Local Community candidate after re- Holy Cross College Special.................... 10,11
signing from the Labor Party where he
served for 13 years as Labor Mayor. SNEAKY Event of Year!YearinReviewPart2...................................12
MEETINGSto secure her top spot at Tokyo. MEETINGS The WeeklyDaTncime,eSspohrtassrebgeisetnratiaownsa.r..d..e..d......R...y..d...e... 1C3ity
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DOCK AO who had previously served commemoration of Anzac Centenary. SEE PAGE 7.
as a Federal Government Liberal
Member of Parliament. REWMEIMNBR!AwNCitEhDATYW20T15!
‘We Did Remember Them’
PARRAMATTA elected Labor Clr Little WoWmeenReTmicekmetbs eredMeadowbank Public School pupils set a good
DONNA DAVIS of Epping Ward as
Lord Mayor at Monday night’s special
Council meeting with Labor Clr SA-
MEER PANDEY as Deputy Mayor.

RYDE elected Liberal JORDAN LANE
as mayor last night (Tuesday) follow-
ing Liberal Party winning six seats, La-
bor five with former mayor Clr Jerome
Laxale plus sole Independent and a
former mayor Roy Maggio. MORE IN-
SIDE PAGE 6.

HUNTERS HILL RYDE WIN! with TWT! Macquarie Park player who shot RCEoMvidE-1M9 BreRstAricNtioCnEs.DAY 2015
Mayor Zac Miles Mayor Jordan Lane LANE COVE to fame at the 2018 Gold Coast ‘We Did Remember Them’
Mayor Andrew Zbik Hunters Hill Open Air Cinema
FIVE TWT READERS have won Double Tickets Commonwealth Games and went on # AUSTRAWLIAe DRAeYmCeELmEbBReArTeIdONS
to Hunters Hill Open Air Cinema at Bedlam in TWT Territory Local GovernmentMeadowbank Public School pupils set a good
Park in January and another five readers can example to the community honouring those who Tickets to Hunters Hill Theatre’s 84 Charingexample to the community honouring those who
win Double Tickets next week. Classic films are served and paid the Supreme Sacrifice in World War served and paid the Supreme Sacrifice in World War
screened every night in January. Details and 1 lead by their history teacher Ms Lynne Gittoes. 1 lead by their history teacher Ms Lynne Gittoes.
winners SEE PAGE 4. “My dad was always my biggest areas SEE PAGE 5. SEE PAGE 14. SEE PAGE 14.
Remembrance Day services will be observed Cross Road and Eastwood’s EUCM production ofRemembrance Day services will be observed
Family Passes to Around the World in 80 Days throughout TWT Territory today. SEE PAGE 14.
Three TWT readers have won Family passes to throughout TWT Territory today. SEE PAGE 14.
Around the World in 80 Days. SEE PAGE 4.
fan and believed I could achieve my Little Women. SEE PAGE 3

BY OUR CHIEF CIVIC ROdrUeNamDsS”MsAheNsaid. # Australia Day Ambassadors BY OUR CHIEF CIVIC ROUNDSMAN STOP P RWEIN wSith TWST!Australia’s first femaleYellow Wiggle Emma Watkins was
TWT Teen Queen in 2005 and continues to support the
Dictator Premier Baird and his sidekick henchman minister in Ryde, Hunters Hill, Lane Cove,Australia’s first femaleYellow Wiggle Emma Watkins was Dictator Premier Baird and his sidekick henchman minister Quest and launched last year’s contest, pictured with Teen
for Mega Councils Toole were not coMntaennytowf tithhe aplnannoneudncAiunsgtralia Day Canada TWT Teen Queen in 2005 and continues to support the for Mega Councils Toole were not content with announcing Queen Johanna Sciancalepore. SEE PAGE 9.
Quest and launched last year’s contest, pictured with Teen Balmain Sinfonia Summer Concert
Queen Johanna Sciancalepore. SEE PAGE 9.
Bay, Pwrramatta andWIN with TWT!
Balmain Sinfonia Summer Concert
the death of Local Government on theceelevberaotfioCnhsrhisatvme abseewnhsecnrapped or Hornsby SEE PAGE 5. TWT readers can win Double Passes to Balmain the death of Local Government on the eve of Christmas when New Lane Cove Council reverses syntheticTWT readers can win Double Passes to Balmain TWT EXCLUSIVE
Sinfonia’s Summer Afternoon of classical music Sunday Sinfonia’s Summer Afternoon of classical music Sunday
December 6 at Macquarie Theatre. SEE PAGE 2. December 6 at Macquarie Theatre. SEE PAGE 2. BY OUR CIVIC ROUNDSMAN
Camerata Academica Charity Concert Camerata Academica Charity Concert KOREA TOWN is set to become the new name of the shopping precinct on Rowe Street
East in Eastwood
Parliament was in recess but have followed up with another Four TWT readers can win Double Passes to Camerata Parliament was in recess but have followed up with another grass at Bob Campbell Oval. SEE PAGE 3.Four TWT readers can win Double Passes to Camerata A successful bi-partisan motion by newly elected Councillors Daniel Han and Charles
Academica of the Antipodes charity fundraising concert Academica of the Antipodes charity fundraising concert Song was unanimously approved at Monday night’s Ryde City Council meeting.
Saturday December 5. SEE PAGE 2. Saturday December 5. SEE PAGE 2. Council will consult with the local community and shop owners to develop a masterplan of
Elysian Fields Band Launch appropriate local signage, monuments and other public works.
Elysian Fields Band Launch Three TWT readers can win Double Passes to new band
WIN! with TWT!scam. Three TWT readers can win Double Passes to new band scam. Elysian Fields launch Wednesday November 25. SEE PAGE 2. DETAILS SEE PAGE 3.
They’re really scraping at the bottom of the barrel. How Elysian Fields launch Wednesday November 25. SEE PAGE 2.
WELCOME TO They’re really scraping at the bottom of the barrel. How HAPPY AUSTRALIA HAPPY LUNAR
our first edition of LAST AUSTRALIA low can you get and still seek credibility and respect? The AUSTRDAAYLItoA all DreAadYers ainsd NEW YEAR to all
New Year 2022 and ctreaAldeUbitrSiaoTtDuibnidRoenaa-ndl1tyAhle9yoerLwnlIetahrAseaehatsootcnrpnlaioeectDutdtiiciodAmoenilntYoeeasfblwrCoaabuontoeiulvdsfdd-t traditionhaolplye youa matkiemtehe moofst TWT readers and
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Four new Mayors are elected in TWTwillbeahappierand forwardHwoipthe cSopnrifnidgenthceEttoertnhael local scadlaey wawhaeynfrwome tphaeymoisuerry bring some relief
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months which to say mergers? nightly until Monday January 31. Classic films arranged “public” meetings to have the final say on council whether you are from
the least was rather The only announcement was a aSjruEeEmsPcbAreGleeEnin3g.oefverny oninghdt.eDsectarilispatnd winners Baird wiallndsee hthise daswidnekoifcka mergers? Asian background or
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☐ Trenton Brown ☐ Craig Chung ☐ Gisele Kapterian ☐ Simon Kennedy ☐ Rose Torossian

Lunar New Year The 2021 Northern Districts Local Business Awards - which Ballot later this month to decide Bennelong
in Eastwood were postponed last year due to the impact of Covid restric- Liberal candidate for federal election
Ryde MP, Victor Dominello and Member tions - were held last Tuesday night at The Epping Club� And SEE PAGE 8
☐ Brendan Kerry at the 2018 for Bennelong, John Alexander OAM were The 2022 Beijing Games wrap while it is a great achievement to win in your category at the
PyeongChang Olympics among the community leaders in East- on Sunday, but they’ve already Awards, simply being able to keep a small business’ doors
wood for a lion dance performance to mark open over the last few lockdown interrupted years, is an
the start of Lunar New Year festivities. become our most successful achievement that trumps them all�
Winter Olympics campaign. Pictured: Via Napoli owner Luigi Esposito and wife Sonia, after
SEE PAGE 3 MORE PAGE 15 claiming the Best Restaurant category at the Northern Dis-
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☐ Figure skater Brendan Kerry with aerial skier Laura Peel after the pair FORMER EPPING BOYS HIGH student Brendan Kerry became JB’s World CONGRATULATIONS TO CONGRATULA- Lots of love for JA at Ryde INSIDE This Week JB’s World WELCOME TO Hunt- Surprise INSIDE This Week JB’s World INTERNATIONAL
were announced as the Australian team’s flag bearers ahead of the Bei- one of Australia’s stars at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics when FORMER EPPING BOYS TIONS TO all finalists Community Forum event ers Hill Council new Gen- Visitor! WOMEN’S Day is cele-
jing Olympics opening ceremony last Friday. he was announced as one of our team’s flag bearers last week. student Brendan Kerry, who and winners in this year’s Cathie’s Column ������������������������������������������������� 2 eral Manager Mitchell Cathie’s Column ������������������������������������������������� 2 brated next Tuesday,
had the honour last Friday of Northern Districts Busi- Ryde Community Forum presi- Letters ������������������������������������������������������������������ 4 Murphy whose appoint- Tigers legend Ben Letters ������������������������������������������������������������������ 4 March 8 and we are com-
It will be the figure skater’s third Olympic Games, after four being one of the Australian ness Awards announced dent Tony Tang gave retiring Midway IGA ����������������������������������������������������������5 ment has just been Elias pays JB a 90th Midway IGA ����������������������������������������������������������5 memorating the 111th
more years of hard work and shifting from his regular train- team’s flag bearers at the Bei- at last night’s Gala Pres- Member for Bennelong, John Ryde City Council�������������������������������������������� 6, 7 announced by Mayor Zac birthday visit� Ryde City Council�������������������������������������������� 7, 8 anniversary of the women’s
ing base at Macquarie Ice Rink to Moscow to be competi- jing Winter Olympics. By the entation Dinner at Alexander OAM, a hug of ap- JB’s 90th Birthday������������������������������������������� 8, 9 Miles. He will start at the Local Business Awards �������������������������������10, 11 rights protests that began
tive at this year’s Games. time you read this week’s edi- Epping RSL Community preciation last Friday� Local Business Awards ��������������������������� 3, 11-15 end of March. Meantime SEE PAGE 12 JB’s 90th Birthday��������������������������������������������� 12 in 1911 to establish equal
tion of The Weekly Times, Club. We will publish a Year in Review ��������������������������������������������������� 16 a big vote of appreciation Year in Review ��������������������������������������������������� 16 rights for women in all
The 27-year-old, who competed in the Men’s singles Short Brendan will have already full list of all winners in MORE PAGE 3 Travel/Real Estate ��������������������������������������������� 17 to Acting General Man- Travel/Real Estate ��������������������������������������������� 17 areas of life.
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McInnes/City of This year’s TWT Persian Princess is Helen have welcomed their lucky
Saeide Malek (pictured) from Top Ryde’s seventh child Celeste Grace born
Sydney) Nikan Persian Restaurant. last Wednesday evening and happily
Several thousand Ryde residents will celebrate Per- greeted by her siblings Charlotte,
Happy 90th Birthday Sydney Harbour Bridge sian New Year - called Nowruz - in their homes for thir- Amelia, Annabelle, William, Harriet Ryde councillor
teen days from this Sunday night. and Beatrice� Jerome Laxale
Labor’s pick for
MORE PAGE 6 Dominic says the new arrival is looking Bennelong
forward to being kissed and cuddled,
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brother and sisters�
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but will continue to receive briefings on WIN, WIN, WIN with TWT
the flood response and recovery work.
Shen Yun double
Mr Perrottet says he is committed to pass winners
being “a family premier” focusing on
how we can make life better for working Six lucky TWT readers have
families� won double passes for the
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He grew up in a large family with eleven Sydney Lyric.
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WIN, WIN, WIN with TWT INSIDE This Week PREMIER DOMI- JA AWARDED SEE PAGE 3 GREETINGS TO all WIN, WIN, WIN with TWT INSIDE THIS WEEK CONGRATULA- Former McKinsey Partner, INSIDE THIS WEEK FEDERAL TREAS-
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passes to the passes to Book Tiger Times liftout ...... 11-14 next week. green tomorrow to cele- from April 6 to 17. Ryde City Council ����������������7 last Wednesday the seat’s retiring member, Ryde City Council ����������������7 ers so we can expect
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the Sydney’s Lyric tomorrow. Sport ............................ 23, 24 Peter were there at body else as we escape supported with a theatre orchestra. Sport������������������������������ 15-16 premier is not Sport������������������������������ 15-16 while both the Liberal
Theatre in April. three weeks. from the madness of Cov- Entries close March 28 and winners announced next week in sleeping on the job. SEE PAGE 5 and Labor Party have
SEE PAGE 2 id-19 restrictions. Not for- March 30 edition. Keep it up Dom just announced their
SEE PAGE 2 Anybody beat that? getting the Sydney Har- and good luck. candidates for Benne-
Please let me know, JB’s World bour Bridge 90 years cel- TO WIN see Page 2 Hope to catch you long with the poll
love to hear from you. ebrations this Saturday. in the flesh soon. expected to be May 21.

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across Five Dock, Parramatta and Ryde Maria to farewell retiring parish priest Father The long-awaited car park in Rowe Street in
despite warnings of a prolonged drought from
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Inside Sport: Our two page Tiger Times fea- Inside Sport: The new look Tigers predict a top Inside Sport: Hunters Hill Rugby Club
ture is focused on eight players to watch this four finish under new captain James Tamou as returns to Division One and a State Funeral
year and introduces our 2022 TWT Tiger Girl, new signing Jackson Hastings becomes the farewells cricket legend Shane Warne AO.
Jessica Sergis. stand out player in the first weeks of the new
season.

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COMMUNITY GRANTS

CITY OF
RYDE

Community
Grants

Make a fresh and healthy start to 2023 Large Grant Round 1 – APPLICATIONS
Applications Now Open CLOSE

Whether it’s in the comfort of home or out at a local venue, Northern Sydney Community grants are one of the ways that Friday 17
Local Health District’s Health Promotion service has a lot to offer older locals Council supports our local not-for-profit groups February
to help them make a fresh and healthy start to 2023. and in some instances individuals, to undertake
projects which address community need. 2023

“We have two programs In fact, both women discov- adults, have been running in Need help preparing your submission?
that are suited to older ered they were not getting the Ryde area for more than Contact the Community Grants Team for assistance.
adults,” said Joanna Jaques, enough calcium in their di- 30 years and provide a low
Healthy Ageing Manager. ets – something now being cost exercise option at local Visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/councilgrants or phone 9952 8222
addressed. venues. for more information. Interpreters are available on request.
“The first is Healthy and
Active for Life Online (HAL However, it was the phone “Term 1, starts from Fri- Large Grant Round 1 applications close Friday 17 February 2023.
Online). It’s a free online coach that both women day 27 January when we
program designed for those agreed was one of the best will have aqua exercise, Future Community Grant Rounds:
aged 60 and over who want aspects of the program. functional strength and bal- Small Grant Round applications open in May 2023
to learn more about healthy ance, gentle exercise and Large Grant Round 2 applications open in August 2023
eating and get back into, or Anne commented that, Pilates classes available,”
start, getting more physi- “The weekly phone call pro- explained Joanna.
cally active.” vided an incentive when I
was feeling lazy,” while Zeta Enrolment in both of these
“Participants even get a felt, “it was like talking to a programs is essential. So if
free phone health coach to best friend who only had my either of these two options
help keep them on track,” interest at heart.” will help you make a fresh
said Joanna. and healthy start to the New
For those who like to get a Year, just follow the links at
Recent participants, Anne little more physical and do www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.
Murphy (67) and Zeta Ring face to face, group based au/healthpromotion for more
(62) found HAL Online to be exercise, Healthy Lifestyle information and registration.
very beneficial and liked the is the other option available.
resources that came with it. These courses, for older

Northern Sydney Local Health District

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for Life Online

Are you 60* or over and Healthy Lifestyle Term 1 2023
want to be active and healthy? ENROLLING NOW!

Join our free online healthy lifestyle program Aqua Exercise Gentle Exercise Pilates
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realeSTaTe&FINaNCe

Recent local property sales* Claire Yan Liu, Century 21 Macquarie Park 202/20 Shoreline Drive, 2B, Apartment
ABBOTSFORD 19/35-39 Fontenoy Road, 2B, Apartment $1,310,000 (07 Dec 22)
EASTWOOD $618,000 (20 Dec 22) Kay Lee, CJ Real Estate Rhodes
2/140 Hampden Road, 2B, 90 m2, Apartment Allison Mifsud, First National Epping
$860,000 (17 Dec 22) 2 Longview Street, 3B, 834 m2, House RYDE
Matthew Carvalho, Ray White Erskineville $2,100,000 (17 Dec 22) MARSFIELD
Tracy Yap, Tracy Yap Realty Epping 12/19-21 Lane Cove Road, 2B, Apartment
BALMAIN 13/205 Waterloo Road, 2B, 96 m2, Apartment $520,000 (01 Jan 23)
EPPING $628,000 (03 Jan 23) Robert Younis, First National West Ryde
20 Short Street, 2B, 106 m2, House Russell Sheffield, Ray White North Ryde B4106/1 Hamilton Crescent, 2B, 124 m2,
$1,630,000 (17 Dec 22) 5/713-715 Blaxland Road, 3B, 124 m2, Unit 60/22 Taranto Road, 2B, Townhouse Apartment
Cindy Kennedy, McGrath Balmain $870,000 (04 Jan 23) $900,000 (24 Dec 22) $755,000 (21 Dec 22)
Kevin Wong, Ray White Epping Catherine Murphy, The Agency - North Jack Xu, Link Property Agency Ryde
BREAKFAST POINT 19 Cumberland Street, 4B, 418 m2, House 16/178-182 Waterloo Road, 2B, Townhouse C909/5 Pope Street, 3B, Apartment
$2,105,000 (03 Jan 23) $850,000 (21 Dec 22) $1,215,000 (20 Dec 22)
104/12 Orchards Avenue, 2B, Apartment Tian Hong, Ray White Epping George Agostino, McGrath Epping Kay Lee, CJ Real Estate Rhodes
$1,175,000 (23 Dec 22) 3/36 Cambridge Street, 2B, 89.4 m2, Unit A102/41 Belmore Street, 3B, 149 m2, Apart-
Ashley Quinn, Point Residential Mortlake $585,000 (29 Dec 22) MEADOWBANK ment
Tahlia Zheng, McGrath Epping $980,000 (20 Dec 22)
CARLINGFORD 47 Epping Road, 4B, 892 m2, House 39/143 Bowden Street, 1B, Apartment Kenny Wu, Evertop Agency Sydney
$1,460,000 (21 Dec 22) $540,000 (06 Jan 23) 19/512 Victoria Road, 2B, Apartment
43/3-5 Post Office Street, 3B, 181 m2, Town- Rebecca Ying Li, McGrath Epping Emma Lee, Ray White Meadowbank $772,000 (20 Dec 22)
house Frank Liu, RMA Real Estate Eastwood
ERMINGTON MELROSE PARK
$951,000 (23 Dec 22) RYDALMERE
Joy Hsieh, Tracy Yap Realty Epping 39 Hinkler Street, 3B, 664 m2, House 65 Lancaster Avenue, 3B, 569.1 m2, House
5 Anthony Street, 3B, House $1,270,000 (23 Dec 22) $2,350,000 (16 Dec 22) 3 Elm Place, 4B, 375 m2, House
$1,810,000 (20 Dec 22) Stephen Breene, Professionals Ermington David Johnson, Award Group West Ryde $1,410,000 (30 Dec 22)
Tian Hong, Ray White Epping 10A Woodward Street, 3B, Duplex/Semi-de- Andrew Oh, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde
17/16 Post Office Street, 2B, 274 m2, Apart- tached NORTH RYDE
ment $1,500,000 (22 Dec 22) STRATHFIELD
$883,000 (20 Dec 22) Ahmad Malas, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde 912/1 Network Place, 2B, Apartment
Karen Ge, Uniland Epping $830,000 (21 Dec 22) 403/7-9 Churchill Avenue, 2B, 114 m2, Apart-
GLADESVILLE Bruce - Li Tan, Triple S Property Wentworth Point ment
CONCORD WEST
206/1 Wharf Road, 1B, Apartment NORTH STRATHFIELD $828,000 (03 Jan 23)
9/22-28 Victoria Avenue, 2B, Apartment $550,000 (06 Jan 23) Norman So, Belle Property Strathfield
$795,000 (23 Dec 22) Robert Cassidy, Cassidy Real Estate Gladesville 36a/19-21 George Street, 2B, Apartment 11/569 Liverpool Road, 2B, Apartment
Roger Agha, Belle Property Concord $707,500 (20 Dec 22) $570,000 (23 Dec 22)
LANE COVE Monica Touma, Belle Property Glebe Aaron Papadimatos, Devine Marrickville
DENISTONE 65/1-3 Clarence Street, 3B, Apartment
131 Centennial Avenue, 5B, House OATLANDS $700,000 (20 Dec 22)
15/1 Anzac Avenue, 3B, 289 m2, Townhouse $2,650,000 (22 Dec 22) Alex Agoratsios, Exclusive Real Estate Concord
$1,300,000 (19 Dec 22) Tim Holgate, Belle Property Lane Cove 21/15 Governors Way, 1B, 103 m2, Apartment 23/132-134 Wallis Avenue, 2B, Apartment
Jimmy Ji Man Kang, Belle Property Strathfield $565,000 (21 Dec 22) $612,500 (20 Dec 22)
MACQUARIE PARK George Jahshan, Ray White Westmead David Pisano, LJ Hooker Strathfield
DRUMMOYNE
D905/8 Saunders Close, 1B, Apartment RHODES (* This is not an exhaustive listing of local
1004/3 Cary Street, 2B, Apartment $680,000 (20 Dec 22) sales and represents only a sample of reported
$1,845,000 (19 Dec 22) G02/18 Walker Street, 2B, Apartment sales)
Elie Semrani, Strathfield Partners Strathfield $760,000 (24 Dec 22)
William Liu, Rhodes Realty Rhodes

Labor increases threshold for first
home buyer stamp duty exemption

NSW Labor says more than 46,000 future homeowners will benefit from a fresh plan by a Minns La-
bor Government to expand the number of first-home buyers paying no stamp duty or who can claim
a steep discount.

☐ NSW Labor campaign materials promoting its stamp duty Labor will abolish stamp duty out- Labor said its plan has been Treasurer said with rising interest
right for first homebuyers buying a costed by the PBO at no more rates, rising cost of living and rising
campaign pledge home worth up to $800,000, while than $722 million over the forward electricity prices, the last thing first
offering a concessional rate to first- estimates and would be funded home buyers needed was a ”for-
home buyers purchasing a property by abolishing the Perrottet Liberal ever tax” on their homes.
up to $1,000,000. Government’s land tax on the fam-
ily home. “This is a sensible proposal that
”Independent modelling by the will help almost all first home buy-
Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) “The choice for first home buyers ers get a foot into the property mar-
shows that within the first three at the next election is clear – pay ket,” he said.
years of Labor’s changes, 27,700 less tax under Labor, or pay a for-
first home buyers would have paid ever tax on the family home under Labor’s initiative comes as con-
no stamp duty whatsoever,” Labor Dominic Perrottet,” NSW Labor cerns rise that rapidly rising inter-
said in a statement. Leader Chris Minns said. est rates and tumbling real-wages
are combining to force first-home
”An additional 18,800 first home- “I understand the stress of trying buyers out of the property market
buyers would have paid a dis- to purchase your first home. I want all-together.
counted rate. more singles, couples and families
realising this dream. The latest figures from the Austral-
”This means an estimated 95 per ian Bureau of Statistics shows that
cent of all of first home buyers in “What I will not do is saddle first the number of first home buyers in
New South Wales will pay no tax or home buyers with a new, yearly tax NSW approved for a home loan has
a reduced rate under Labor’s plan bill that increases every year.” halved since the most recent peak
when they buy their first home.” in December 2020.
Daniel Mookhey, NSW Shadow

Panel rejects Figtree Park tree removal Rhodes plan ready
for comment
A council proposal to remove more than 20 trees from Figtree
Park in Hunters Hill to make way for a $4.75 million parkland re- The Rhodes Peninsula Place Plan
development project has been rejected by the independent local has been released for public com-
planning panel. ment.

The trees’ removal has been op- “It is heartening to know that the ☐ Some of the 20 trees at Figtree Park residents have “The Place Plan provides a holistic and
posed by a local residents’ Defend- voice of the community has been integrated framework for action over the
ers Of Figtree Park action group heard in this way.” sought to save. next five to 10 years with long term stra-
which welcomed the panel’s deci- tegic directions,’’ a City of Canada Bay
sion during the Christmas holiday The planning panel ruled ‘the pro- spokesperson said.
break. posal in its current form is not con-
sidered to be in the public interest’ “It is an evolving document that recog-
“This isn’t the end of the matter,” and expressed concern about the nises priorities may change as Rhodes
Group spokesman and Matthew scale and scope of the proposed in- continues to grow and develop.”
Street resident David Salter said. frastructure works.
It builds on the previous Rhodes Penin-
“But it is a very significant step “The panel especially expressed sula Place Plan that was adopted by the
towards saving the park from over- concern about the loss of trees with- Council in 2012 which has been adapted
development.” in the park that had medium-to-high to meet the changing needs of the Rho-
landscape significance,” Mr Salter des Peninsula.
An initial proposal required the re- said.
moval of around forty trees to make “A comprehensive community engage-
way for the new park but this was The Figtree Park issue has been re- ment plan has been developed to assist
scaled back to 20 trees after consul- ported on by this newspaper and the all stakeholders to participate in the re-
tation between the Council’s General A Current Affair television program. view of this plan, and to inform the action
Manager Mitchell Murphy, council- plan and strategic directions for the next
lors and the community. Funded by the $4.75 million state 10 years,” the spokesperson said.
government grant, the proposed re-
Mr Salter told The Weekly Times he development of Figtree Park is sup- The plan can be viewed on the Council
is glad the planning panel accepted ported by Mayor Zac Miles who en- website.
his group’s case. visages an all amenities park that will
be used by families and shoppers at
“They looked at this closely and the nearby Hunters Hill Village.
have now put the Council on notice
that their scheme for the park is un- The Council has not ruled out a re-
acceptable,’’ he said. vised development plan.

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renovations CONTRACTORS (continued)
ACCOUNTING & TAXATION SERVICES ALTERATIONS ALBERTO”S CLEANING & CARPET SHAMPOO
(continued) 0418 484 216 9674 7527
0414 658 956 JAYCORP RENOVATIONS Ground & 1st floor additions decks & pergolas. 0418 489 627
Plans drawn from concept to completion.I. S.
• C hartered Accountant & Registered Tax Agent 0424 261 818 *Office *Schools *Private homes/flats
• Provided at reasonable rates * Upholstery etc
www.rgaccounting.com.au Combined 30 years of experience in bath- Ph: 0418 489 627
room and kitchen renovations. Our aim is to
AIR CONDITIONING restore, and recreate a timeless quality finish Giltinan Builder P/L. Lic 91637c Cleaning
in your home. Please visit our website for
TOWN & COUNTRY AIR CONDITIONING recent projects. BUILDING – High Pressure
www.jaycorprenovations.com.au Lic 306197c RENOVATIONS
9481 0667 NORTH RYDE HIGH PRESSURE CLEAN
A P S BATHROOMS 0410 454 165 CMT Building Services (NSW) Pty Ltd
• Sales 9888 5406 0414 765 181
• Service Thinking of Renovating? Call us for a free 0416 246 431 Driveways, BBQ’s, Pool surrounds, Sealer.
• Installation quote Bathroom, Kitchen & Laundry Renova- No job too small.
• Repairs, tions. Over 20 years experience. Lic: 207688c Over 20 years-experience in all aspects
• Preventative Maintenance. of residential and commercial renovations, Clotheslines
On all domestic, commercial & industrial, HOPE RENOVATIONS
Air conditioners. [email protected] rations. Lic: 254214C DOCTOR CLOTHESLINES 0407 585 691
www.townandcountryair.com.au Bill 0433 909 406
AU18964 Lic 125392c SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS Clotheslines installed from $395. Free quotes on
ACE AIR CONDITIONING Over 20 years-experience in bathroom, laundry new or repairs.
& balcony renovation. Tiling, waterproofing & 9879 4855 Full range of folding lines
0411 967 333 carpentry service. Qualified & high-quality finish. Call Richard 0407 585 691
7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110
Sales, Repair & Install Split & Ducting A/C. Lic.205959C Your local Extensions/Additions/Renovations/ concreting
Lic 236838c Patio Builder
RYDE PROVEN AIR CONDITIONING BEDDING Fully Guaranteed to comply with the BCA AAA ALL AREAS CONCRETE
(Building Code of Australia)!
1300 776 247 BEDS ‘N’ SECONDS PAUL GILES 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Charlie 0413 777 239
Holders! www.spinryde.com.au
All Air Conditioning Work 9879 4226 NSW Builders Licence 45000JP Concrete Driveways Sydney, all types of concrete
Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship work, Driveways and Pathways etc. Small jobs
• Repairs Quality Australian Inner Spring mattresses, CARPENTER/BUILDER welcome. Over 32 Years Experience.
• Service/Maintenance Singles fr $139, Doubles fr $279, Queens Lic. 129960c
• Installation fr $299. Fast local delivery. Huge range of
www.provenair.com.au 354131C AU52275 mattresses, beds & manchester. Your local MJD CARPENTRY 0414 418 248 G RIGHETTO & SON 0419 282 402
Alliance Climate Control bed shop! Paul GIles New & Seconds Mat- Matthew
tresses. 1A / 28 Buffalo Road, Gladesville For all carpentry, gyprocking, painting and Garden Sheds, Paths, Patios, Driveways etc.
8036 2372 Lic11427C
BLINDS
Air Conditioning Installation, Service & Re- maintenance works. Lic no 75741C TCP CONCRETE (NSW) PTY LTD
pairs. Receive $400* Cash-Back trade in old SUNSET WINDOW FURNISHINGS
A/C Daikin & Fujitsu Specialist Dealer, Split & Carpenter/Builder 0412 691 470 0404 770 791
Ducted.t. www.alliancecc.com.au Lic 271472C 8765 1733 General carpentry, decks, pergolas, small Concrete Driveways, Pathways, Slabs-Plain
renovations, gyprock walls, repairs, small
ANTENNA Free measure & quote! Good quality. Holland jobs ok. Quality work. 25 years experience. & Coloured Domestic & Commercial over
blinds, vertical drapes & venetian blinds at
MCA DIGITAL ANTENNA SPECIALIST factory prices. Washing & repairing of venetian Ted Ryan 0412691470. Lic no 1684c 25years experience Lic 52825c
blinds same day service.
0431 444 111 CARPENTRY 0468 612 956 concretE Cutting
BURRA BLINDS AND SHUTTERS All Renovations, Repairs & Painting
Local Tech, free quotes Fully Ins, Pens Disc, Call Ernesto 0468 612956. MASTER CHASING SERVICES
Gov app 5 yrs warranty. Cameron 0401 805 534 [email protected]
Lic 184942c 0403 111 758
ARCHITECTS Plantation Shutters, Roller Blinds, Verticals
and more. Free Quote. Call Cameron. SEMI RETIRED BUILDER Specialising in concrete cutting, core drill-
PETER HALL ARCHITECTS P/L ing, road sawing and wall sawing.
Nick Roxburgh 0411 364 233
9878 5850 Computers
Semi-retired builder needs small jobs before
P Hall Nom Arch. 3279 Experienced firm, ca- building his own house. Repairs, mainte- GLADESVILLE COMPUTERS
pable of handling all types of work, both resi- nance, small new structures, fireplaces etc.
dential and commercial, alterations or new. 1300 929 414 0401 339 402
bricklayers ACE TRADE BUILDING SERVICES
ASBESTOS REMOVAL IT specialist for all home and office support.
Q UALITY WORK GUAGRaAryN0TE4E3D1 163 114 Michael Lyall 0407 912 355 20 plus years of experience.
ASBESTOS AWAY Tony 0405 317 807 All work guaranteed.
GSH Bricklaying FRONT FENCES All carpentry, renovations, decks, prop- www.g1computers.com.au
* All types of Asbestos removal * Ret walls * BBQ’s & *Besser Blocks. For erty maintenance & repairs. All general
* Garages & Sheds Demolition prompt reliable service call Gary. Lic No 180752c building work. Fully insured.
* Asbestos Pick Ups & Inspections
* Free Quotes * All areas B RICK & BLOCK LAYSItNevGe 0409 124 751 Lic 188739C DAMP PROOFING
* Fully compliant with Safe Work NSW Reg. Extensions, Front fences, garden walls etc.
* Fully Licensed & Insured Plus heritage work. Call Steve. CARPENTRY & JOINERY ANTI-DAMP AUSTRALIA
www.asbestosawaysydney.com.au Face- Lic. 55906c
book/Instagram: Asbestos Away Sydney CARPENTRY & JOINERY 1300 301 210 0412 229 955
Lic.Class B 210719 BUILDING
CONTRACTORS James 0428 581 542 • Rising damp & Condensation proofing
ballustrades • Sub-floor & wall ventilation systems
TASSONE DESIGN & CONSTRUCT For construction of & repair of decks, pergo- • Contact for free quote.
WARD STEEL & ALUMINIUM las, doors &  new building work call James • 20 years local experience.
0418 493 789 Lic 179663c www.antidamp.com.au
9645 6358 For all new work, extensions & alterations,
renovations or refurbishments. CARPET LAYING dentist
Manufacture & install steel, aluminium, stainless
steel, glass ballustrades. Pool & garden fencing, BILL ROWE CARPETS 0410 602 631 PUTNEY DENTAL SURGERY 9809 7110
auto gate. Custom & design services, free quote,
helpful services. wardsteel.com.au New carpet laid, re-stretching, repairs. • Over 25 years’ experience  in Putney
40 yrs experience. • Renowned for gentleness and care
bathroom • Exceptional quality at affordable price
renovations MBA Quality work. Lic 100569c • Prompt appointments. 6 days
• Bupa Members Gap free regular dental
SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS BP CONSTRUCTIONS CEMENT RENDERING
check-up and mouthguard
9879 4855 0411 420 011 Brett 9684 6948 J PRESTIGE RENDERING • Book On-Line

7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110 All building work including renovations, exten- 0410 746 378 www.putneydentalsurgery.com.au
Complete bathroom renovation for $20,999* sions, decks pergolas & carports, bathrooms.
including tiles and fittings to the value of www.bpconstructions.com.au Lic 195060c Rendering, repairs, blueboard etc Quality
$3,999*
10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card service g’teed, no job too big or small. F/Q
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*

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DRAINER Electricians (continued) FURNITURE REPAIRS GLASs
& CABINET MAKING
SYDNEY DRAINAGE EXPERTS Lic 143252c Local Electrical Services GLADESVILLE GLASS SERVICE
TRADITIONAL FINE FURNITURE 9817 3416 9816 3055
0414 837 679 9715 1804  James 02 8036 2372 Glass repairs Com. & Dom. • Shower screens,
Fast & Trusted – Master Electrician 0417 457 897
Clearing of blocked drains,   sewers / storm water • Electrical Repairs mirrors • All glass requirements • Free measure
Toilets,  basins,  baths,  shower,   laundry,  kitchens Custom made furniture and specialist repairs & and quote. 278 Victoria Rd, Gladesville.
Jetblasting,electric eel,cctv camera,root treat- • Smoke Alarms restoration work. 40 years experience.
ment. All work guaranteed. 30 yrs exp. 24/7 • Switchboards upgrades
emergency. Same day service, reliable, profes- • PowerPoints GUTTERING &
sional, efficient. garage doors METAL ROOFING

RYDE SEWERFIX • Lighting installation RYDE GARAGE DOORS 9809 1965 GUTTER-SNIPE GUTTER CLEANERS
• Home Safety Checks
9809 4230 0412 200 939 • Seniors Discounts Lic 271472C Installation, sales & service. B & D Dealer. Call 9477 5943
for free quote.
Sewer & Stormwater Specialist GRANT HEDLEY ELECTRICAL SERVICE We clean roof gutters, no mess, local,
GARDENING guaranteed, insured
• Blockages Cleared • CCTV & Pipe Location
ABLOOM ACE GARDENING
• Repairs & Replacement • Free Quotes Grant 0403 868 457/ 9489 3543
8819 4980 Sam or Chad 0410 774 647
Over 50 year experience Lic. L985 Local Electrician. No job too small.
Restore overgrown gardens, Land & yard
Electricians Over 30 yrs experience. Lic 80753C clearing, Trimming, Weeding, Lawnmowing,
Turfing, Tree lopping, Stump Removal,
EASTWOOD ELECTRICAL SERVICES EXCAVATIONS Landscape, Plants, Gurney wash, GUTTER, DOWNPIPE CLEANING SPECIALIST
Rubbish removal. Regular Maintenance,
Gerard 0408 447 882 FLECK RUBBISH REMOVALS & Pens Discount. Fully Insured, 7 Days, Best 0414 837 679 9715 1804
All electrical repairs – residential & commercial MINI EXCAVATIONS hourly rate. Free quotes. Call Sam or Chad
rewiring. Switchboard upgrades. All new Local, efficient, reliable, neat & tidy, insured,
work. Glen 0418 268 040 GECKO PLANTSCAPE on time. Gutter mesh & guard (install/replace)
Call Gerard. Lic 82184c Leakfinding, gutters, downpipes, valleys,
Narrow Access Excavation. Excavators from Robbie 0412 131 362 flashing, install & repairs whirlybird, venting,
EASTWOOD Bruce Kennard Pty Ltd 760mm wide up to 1200mm wide. Dumper Tip- raintanks, roof & skylight leaks. Lic 143252c
pers 760mm wide. Bobcats 3 Tonne Trucks. All Irrigation solutions for your garden during 30 yrs exp, Eftpos, C/Cards Accepted
Areas. Best Rates. Call Glen water restrictions. Horticultural advice, gar-
9809 7001 0417 690 627 den maintenance and green walls. Qualified ABC SEAMLESS 9748 3022
Domestic & Commercial repairs. Installation, Horticulturist fully insured. Call Now Robbie • Guttering, Downpipes & Metal Roofing
repairs, house, rewiring, security lighting, fans. 0412 131 362 • Leaf Protection, Roof Restoration & Cleaning
Prompt service. Over 26yrs experience. 22 FENCING • Discounted prices & free quotes
Thorn St Ryde Lic 35887c NORTH RYDE GARDENING
PRIMO FENCING 0402 981 141 • Over 40 years in the industry
0414 765 181 9888 5406 • Fully licenced and insured
GEOFF NASH ELECTRICAL SERVICES Specialise in small jobs - Timber & • Comprehensive warranties
Colourbond, Pickets, Gates, Repairs. Your reliable gardener. Weed, dig, trim, clean,
9807 1957 0419 200 011 Workmanship guaranteed. tree trim/lopping, stump grind, mow, turf, hairdresser
Call Colin 0402 981 141 rubbish removal, maintenance, high pressure
All electrical installs & repairs, AH service, clean. Call Alan. want a great haircut? 9888 5257

competitive rates.. Lic No 90476c 9807 2367 a & a absolute best price Come & see Abbas Imperial Style Barber,
9439 8550 Jack 0411 351 161 Midway Shops, 117 North Rd, Denistone East.
LOCAL RYDE DISTRICT ELECTRICIAN LOCAL FENCING
Quality timber, c/bond, gates, pickets, pool, Digging, weeding, land & yard clearing, tree lop-
Blake 0488 843 433 log walls. Free quotes ping, trimming, pruning, restore overgrown gar-
den, turflaying. Pensioner discounts. Ring Jack
+ Small family owned business ANDREW SPIES FENCING HANDYMAN
+ No call-out fee Gardening & Tree Services
+ Seniors discount 0410 534 692 S.S. CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES
+ 100% satisfaction guaranteed 0412 594 911
+ Credit cards welcome Specialises in all types of fencing. View Sam 0414 413 326
website @ Andrew-Spies-Fencing.com Landscaping, Paving. Garden restoration gar-
den design 15 years experience. Tree lopping Specialising in all Building, Carpentry &
Captain Cook Electrical Lic 288540c KOALA  FENCING 25% pensioners discount . Free quotes fully in- Gyprocking work. Free Quotes & Pens. Disc.
sured 7days service Simon 0412 594 911 Ph. Sam
Ryde District Electrician 20+yrs Martin 0412 010 212
Exp LAWNMOWING, HEDGING, PRESSURE Nicholas carpentry & Handyman
Horizontal & Privacy Fences. Pool fences & CLEANING services
Ian 0412 988 012 gates. Timber & colourbond, fence repairs.
call Martin 0412 010 212 0418 214 789 Steven 0419 606 288
✓ Same Day Service
✓ Switchboards, Smoke Alarms, Smith Fencing 0400 598 403 No job too small. Fast, reliable service. Call • All Trades • Bathroom & Kitchen Renovations
✓ Lights, Power, Phones, Broadband (Points) Joe 0418 214 789 • Pergola’s, decks, roofing, gyprock, & paint-
✓ Pensioner Discounts Timber Boundary Fencing, Gates & Pickets. ing • All minor & major repair work • Quote this
✓ Ryde Area - Hunters Hill & Gladesville Small jobs & Repairs Welcome advert and get a 10% discount !!! • Call Steven
✓ Small Jobs Welcome psmithfencing@gmail .com www.nicholascarpentry.com.au Lic no 108119c
www.secure-electrical.com.au Lic 92264C
AXFIX fencing 0498 058 885 hot water services
DENISTONE ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Small job specialist 30yrs exp. Pine, Merbau,
Andrew/Electrician 0417 909407 c/bond, picket, alum, slat, gates, repairs, RYDE HOT WATER SERVICE
Alice/Admin 0423 545910 pool council requirements. Call Andrew. 9809 4230 0412 200 939
ACTIVE FENCING GAS Installations, repairs & sales. Electric and gas hot
All electrical work, power, lights, internet, house water heaters. Lic No L985
Rewiring, telephone, IXL, ceiling fans, switch Peter Carbon 0425 203 080
board upgrades expert, cctv. SYDNEY LOCAL GAS SPECIALIST A HOT WATER SPECIALIST
Lic 201164c, 278587c Quality timber boundary fencing & gates
supplied and installed in Ryde area. Free 0414 837 679 9715 1804
Roger’s Electrical Service quotes. Call or text Peter 0425 203 080
0422 628 109 | 9420 3370 Lic R89295 Leakfinding, fixes, repairs / renewals, new 0414 837 679 9715 1804
connections/servicing/commissioning of room/
FLORISTS central heaters, fake coal/logfires, commercial Servicing / repairs / installs, Gas, Electric,
Solar (all makes/models) Rinnai, Rheem,
• Domestic work BLOSSOM HOUSE FLORIST kitchens, cooktops, ovens, stoves, hotwater Bosch, Pyrox, Aquamax, Solahart, Thermann,
• Affordable service heaters, all makes/models, Rinnai, Rheem, Pyrox, Junkers, Bayard, Vulcan, Hocking, Everhot,
• Local and reliable Lic. 121864c 9874 1577 Bonair, Everdure, Electrolux Westinghouse, Chef, Dux, Edwards, Beasley, Roomheaters Same

RYDE PROVEN ELECTRICAL Multi Award Winning Florist Miele, Smeg, Bosch, Vulcan, Dux, Jetmaster, day service, reliable, professional, efficient.
1300 776 247 Flowers & Gifts for All Occasions
Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship Member Interflora realflame, Genesis, bayonets fitted, LP/ BBQ EAfltlpwoso,rk24g/7uaErmaenrtgeeendc.ie3s0. Yrs exp. C/Cards,
Shop 27, Eastwood Centre Shi Li Zhao
•Family Owned & Operated Email: [email protected] conversions, (carbon monoxide testing). Same Lic 143252c

•Fast Local Service day Service, reliable, professional, efficient.
•All Electrical. Lights, Power, Wiring, Fans All work Guaranteed. 30 yrs exp. C/Cards,
www.provenair.com.au 354131C
Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252C

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Ironing services PAINTERS & DECORATORS PLASTERING PLUMBERS continued)
GYPROCK PLASTERING SERVICES
IRONING 0411 155 774 (Continued) Demitri 0404 770 412 RYDE GAS COMPANY

Free pick up and delivery Twice daily. 6 days RYDE PAINTING & DECORATING SERVICES 9809 4230 0412 200 939
p/w Family owned. 24hr turn around
0412 944 025 All types of plastering * Reasonable rates. Local Gas Specialists
· Portable Gas Room Heaters Serviced
KITCHENS Genuine local painter, Fully Insured. All types Call Demitri Lic 288665c · Carbon Monoxide Testing
of painting, reliable, reasonable price. · Hot Water Heaters
0413 395 444 Free Quotes -Pensioner Discount. Lic 150743c PLUMBERS · Leak location & repair
· New installations, replacement & additions
Full Kitchen Package $4999
MICHAEL THE PAINTER BLOCKED DRAINS & SEWER SPECIALIST · Bayonets & BBQ conversions. Lic. L985
Includes; Cabinetry, Oven, Cook Top,
Rangehood, Sink, Mixer Tap, Tiles Michael 0412 444 838 9638 1398 0419 409 130 TAP RESCUE 1300 827 000
428 Victoria Road, Gladesville
[email protected] • Professional and reliable All general plumbing including gas. (24hr We repair, supply & install direct to you.
[email protected] • All types of painting • All areas Emergency Service) No job too sml. Free TAPS, TOILETS, Hot Water Systems, Water
www.arycokitchen.com.au • Reasonable rates • Best quality quotes. STEMBRIDGE PLUMBING. Lic. Filters and more.
• Cheapest quotes • Pensioner Disc 9880 Mastercard & Visa welcome. NO CALL OUT FEE! 0414 333461 Lic 40572c

Call Michael. Lic 320177c PURE PLUMBING PROFESSIONALS
The Punctual Plumbers - 9191 7353
COMPLETE CUSTOM KITCHENS ASPECT PAINTING & DECORATING COTTAGE & DOMESTIC MAINTENANCE
0414 808 809 9808 3020 • Local Business Award Winning Plumbers
Glenn 0414 717 111 0401 951 257 Phillip Draper West Ryde Lic 3906 • $0 Call Out Fee* • Fast Emergency Service
All types of painting, reliable guaranteed • Hot Water Repairs • Blocked Drains Cleared
Highest quality custom kitchen renovations Complete service, free quotes, pensioners discount, fully • Taps and Toilets • Noisy Pipes • Gas Fitting
insured. POOLE & CO PLUMBING • Seniors Discounts
jEoxbp.eArliletnracde.eFs.reUenQbeuaottaebs.lePpernicse.Ds.isBcu. i0ld4e1r42701Y7e1a1rs1 Lic 149577c www.pureplumbingpros.com.au
Lic no 301036c
EDGE PAINTING 9809 4230 0412 200 939 LOCAL PLUMBER 0488 801 042
0433 742 162 Your Local Plumber for 50 Years.
Sam * Blocked drains cleared • Taps, Hot water, Blocked Drains, Blocked pipes
KITCHEN REPAIRS * Taps & toilets • 24/7 EMERGENCY Plumbers
* Master Painters Association Member. * Hot Water • On-time & Reliable
KITCHEN REPAIRS • Plumbers you can trust
* Dulux accredited *Specialised in repairing & * Gasfitting • All works guaranteed
Angelo 0408 677 614 • $0 CALL out
repainting. Interior/exterior www.pooletheplumber.com.au Lic 985 • You approve the price before we start!
Hinges, Doors, Drawers, Shelves, Cabinets, $50 OFF when you mention this AD
Shelf to drawer conversions. * Pensioner Discount *Quality Guaranteed.
No job to small. Free quotes 7 days
www.edgepainting.net Lic 267578c/MPA280514 ASPECT PAINTING & DECORATING
a [email protected] ic no 139738C
Honest painting 0452 639 991 0401 951 257

Over 20 years experience. Specializing in All types of painting, reliable guaranteed
repairing cracks, peeling, mills removal. service, free quotes, pensioners discount, fully
Interior&exterior, free quote. Fully insured.
Seven years warranty. Eason 0452639991. insured. Lic 149577c
Lic 312751
PAUL RUFF & SON PLUMBING Need a Local Plumber Fast?
0418 961 406
Laundry/Bathroom PERFECTION PAINTERS Est. Locally 1981 9191 7353
Lic 3792
Nicholas Carpentry & Joseph 0451 123 231 Do you have no hot water?
Handyman Services RYDE SEWERFIX AIsreyoyuorudr rtaaipnsbaloncdkteodil?ets leaking?
* Reliable and professional * Pressure Cleaning Do you want an extra gas point?
Steven 0419 606288 * Roof Painting. Interior and Exterior. 9809 4230 0412 200 939 FCoarllfJaesrtefmrieynodnly9s1e9rv1ic7e35w3ith a smile
Free & Quote Insured Sewer & Stormwater Speciali st 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Full premium renovation service - waterproof, www.paintedtoperfectionpainters.com.au • Blockages Cleared • CCTV & Pipe Location
tile, remodel or tailor designs. All budgets. Ryde City Hot Water & Plumbing
Quote this advert and get 10% discount!! Lic. 269706C
www.nicholascarpentry.com.au Alfred 0418 976 679
NSW Building Lic No 108119c GALA PAINTING GROUP • Repairs & Replacement • Free Quotes Lic. L985
Over 50 year experience LOCAL PLUMBER - 25+ Years Experience.
Interior, Exterior, Driveway & Roof • Hot Water Repairs & Replacements
• Blocked Drains & Toilets • All General
Sam 0452 659 319 YOUR FAST LOCAL PLUMBER Plumbing Services • Restricted Electrical
0414 837 679 9715 1804 Licence. Call our office on 1300 976 679 or
LAWN MOWER REPAIRS Professional & reliable Guaranteed Same Day Service. Prompt, On Alfred on 0418 976 679 Licence No. 111700C
Best quality & reasonable rates
RYDE CITY MOWERS 9809 0329 Free quotes, discount, fully insured time, Efficient, Reliable, Honest. Blocked drains FIX THAT PLUMBING
Quality guaranteed
Repairs to most brands of lawnmowers, cleared. Sewer-stormwater, burst pipes, leak- Gavin 0431 126 808
brushcutters, chainsaws. Chain sharpening. [email protected]
Guaranteed service. Factory trained & ing showers Taps/toilets, waterproofing, water Local plumber based in Denistone Lic 299998c
qualified technicians. Local pick up & delivery ABN: 63364043414 Lic 381857C
available (charges apply) filters, hot water heater maintenance accredited

pest control repairer/ installer. Servicing (all makes / models),

gas leaks, installs Repairs, connections, appli-

ance repairs,servicing Room-Central heating, Michael Donovan Plumbing

Access Pest Control fake log/coal fires, stoves BackflowPrevention,

0423 017 515 TMV’s, downpipes/gutters, cappings Flashings), 0414 974 371

THE MOWER SURGEON 0407 419 793 All areas, All pests. Termite specialist ( pensioner lead, Roof repairs (metal/asbestos/Tile / slate) Servicing Ryde plumbing since 1985.

3 mth warranty on mower, chainsaw & line discounts). Will beat any competitor quote Skylights, leaks / fixes. No job too big or small. Call Michael Lic 35895c
trimmer repairs & service.
Lic # 5092837 All work guaranteed. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7

emergencies. Lic. 143252c

PAINTERS & DECORATORS FORENSIC PEST CONTROL GLADESVILLE PLUMBING SERVICES RREEPFRAIIGRESRATOR

1300 360 457 9817 4777 0413 402 599 RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832
PETER PAINTING For all your plumbing needs. Free Quotes.
Your Local Family Business 24hr/7days. Emerg. serv. Repairs all fridges/seal washers,
0423 808 115 8819 2795 Termites, Pest Control, Rats, Mice, Birds. Visa/Master/Eftpos. Lic 168655C dryers, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409
Mention this ad for your pensioner discount. 833 832 9807 9828
All work is Guaranteed. Lic 5070252
REFRIGERATOR
25 yrs exp. Work guaranteed Pensioner PEST CONTROL 9449 2948 CMF PLUMBING REPAIRS
Discount. Free Quotes
Lic 157468c 0411 232 629 RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832

NOISES IN THE ROOF? 9808 4220 Repairs all fridges/seal washers,
Be rodent free this winter from dryers, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409
To advertise as little as $180.00. We also do Poss • Plumbing, draining, roofing, gas fitting 833 832 9807 9828
Phone: 9807 6666 Call SPS Pest & Handyman Services • Maintenance specialist • Jet blaster & CCTV

BUGZOFF PEST CONTROL • No job too small Lic 117469c

0423 203 356 JIM MEADE PLUMBING
0418 247597
✔Commercial ✔Domestic ✔All pests ✔Termites Maintenance & repairs.
Service Guarantee + Free AfterCare Services Blocked drains & camera.
From $99. www.bugzoff.com.au

Backflow certification.
Seniors discount.
Lic 46242c.

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Retaining Wall roof repairs Solicitors tree lopping
Repairs & CONVEYANCING
HULK EARTH ANCHOR BOB THE ROOFER 0418 677 188 (continued) (continued)
989 792
Call David 0448 All roof repairs, renewals, restoration. E LEE LAWYERS 7202 8088 Tree Lopping Services
Retaining wall solutions - practi- Leak detection specialist. Over 35yrs exp.
cal, innovative & cost-effective. Compensation Law, Wills & Estates & 0412 594 911
Lic 123259C Conveyancing. Accredited Specialist
www.arandr.com.au in Personal Injury Law. Fixed fee for The arborist tree lopping. prunning. stump
rubbish removals simple Wills. First consultation free. grinding storm work. Emergency services
roofing Suite 14/1 Railway Pde, Burwood qualified arborist landscaping . Best and
Garry’s Rubbish RemovaL www.eleelawyers.com.au cheapest service. 15 years experience.
J & M SCHALK. Free quotes fully insured 7days service
9878 4483 0408 642 056 Cheapest Price’s Simon 0412 594 911
Roof repairs. Metal, tile & leaking roof replac- stove repairs
ing valleys, F/Q, Lic R91302. CallGarry 0416 295 790 AJ’s TREELOPPING &
RYDE REPAIR CENTRE RUBBISH REMOVAL
LOCAL SYDNEY ROOF SPECIALIST * All types of waste (large or small)
* Household * Deceased estates 0409 833 832 0412 933 031
0414 837 679 9715 1804 * Senior Discount * Free quotes
Leak finding/Repairs (tiles, metal, * 30 years exp * 7 days Repairs all stoves & ovens, 7 days / fast Quick, reliable, fully insured, free quotes
slate) shingals/skylights, asbestos, service 0409 833 832 9807 9828 pensioner disc. Extra services incl. stump,
copper, Waterproofing, Lead, Flashings, We’ll SAVE you. grinding, garden maint, small concrete jobs.
cappings, ridgepointing, rebedding, surveyor
Chimney’s,Stormwater Drains Cleared, FLECK RUBBISH REMOVAL TV REPAIRS
relayed, Diverted, fixed. (Gutter’s/Downpipes) ATS LAND SURVEYORS
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Cat of the Week

This little cat loves affection Teen charged over grog and
This week’s Cat Of The Week is a healthy five year old who electronic device thefts
arrived at Gladesville’s World League For Protection of Ani-
mals last month.

Jonine from the World League sexing, vaccinations and micro- A teenage boy has been charged after allegedly breaking into two locations and steal-
says Jack Pussycat is a gentle chipping so he can immediately ing property worth more than $21,000.
cat who adores human company. find a forever home.
Police alleged He was refused bail black sneakers. lently confronted
“People loving sweetheart “If he sounds your type of cat, information please call Jonine on 0409 about 5am on Mon- to appear at a chil- The second male their employer in
Jack would be such a treasure why not make an appointment 741414. day, December 19, dren’s court on Janu- Eastwood, with one
for someone with time for a cat to come and give him a stroke two boys forced en- ary 6. is described as ap- worker allegedly at-
who enjoys affection and atten- and hear more about him or our Gladesville’s World League For Pro- try into Matraville proximately 20 years tempting to stab him.
tion,’’ she said. other tabbies, at our Gladesville tection of Animals has a No Kill policy Soldiers’ Settlement Police inquiries are old, five feet, seven
centre, located upstairs on the for rescued and donated cats. Public School on continuing. inches tall, of normal Police said the
“He was surrendered just after corner of Cowell Street and Vic- to medium build, light 28-year-old employer
Christmas and is already show- toria Road.” It also provides support and advice for olive to fair skin com- was at home around
ering all at WLPA with his cud- people who adopt one of its cats. plexion, unknown fa- 3pm on Wednesday,
dles and purrs.” For an appointment to meet cial hair, with tattoos. December 7 when
Jack or obtain any additional he was confronted
Jack has had his vet check, de- He was wearing a

Menin Road, Ma- ***
Congratulations to Eastwood Guides traville and stole 28 POLICE are
new electronic tab- searching for two
lets, valued about men wanted in con-
Eastwood’s Girl Guides have paid tribute to guides Emma Richard, $21,000. nection with a mobile white hooded jumper by workers he con-
Trisha Chari and Katherine Spencer. Officers attached to phone robbery in Ep- with the hood drawn tracted to work on a
ping on Tuesday, De- over his head, it had building site.
Emma and Trisha are Senior Guides who advanced through the ranks Eastern Beaches Po- cember 6. a ‘Nike’ tick around
of Guides and achieved the Queen’s Guide during the reign of her late lice Area Command the upper left chest, “One of the males
Majesty,Queen Elizabeth II and were honoured during a recent ceremony at attended and com- It is alleged the sus- white shorts with a drew a knife and at-
Government House. menced inquiries into pects stole the phone ‘Nike’ tick around the tempted to stab
the incident. from a 20 year old at right hip pocket, and the male and then
The 2021 Queen’s Guide awardee cohort included Katherine Spencer, also a home in Carlingford white sneakers. slashed the tyres of a
of Eastwood Senior Guides. Police said at about Road around 6pm vehicle parked in the
2.10am on Tuesday, before he chased Police have found driveway of the resi-
Eastwood District Girl Guides has three units that are Junior Guides (ages 7 December 27, three and caught one of the mobile phone dence,’’ police said.
to 11), Guides aged 11 to 14 ) and Senior Guides (14 to 17 years). boys allegedly forced them. and CCTV footage
entry into Concord The group threat-
Eastwood Girl Guides welcome new members and meet weekly during
school terms.

Public Notice Ryde City Mowers Bowling Club on “The male has has captured the ened to return later
Claremont Avenue, turned and removed male running from and escalate the situ-
Concord, and stole a hammer from the the scene holding a ation.
alcohol worth nearly waistline of his pants hammer. Anyone with infor-
Proposed termination of Strata Scheme: 2022 $700. and swung it at the *** mation is urged to
SP 60903 being property situated at 1 CLEARANCE 20-year-old, narrowly contact Crime Stop-
Flagstaff Street, Gladesville, NSW 2111. SALE! Officers attached to missing his head,’’ AN ANGRY group pers on 1800 333
SP 4051 being property situated at 8 Burwood Police Area police said. of workers has vio- 000.
Cowell Street, Gladesville, NSW 2111. Command were noti-
Notice is given of an intention to ap- fied and commenced “The two males SOLICITORS DIRECTORY
ply to the Registrar General for an order an investigation into then entered a ve-
terminating the above Strata Scheme and the incident. hicle and fled the RONALD S.
the consequent winding up of Owners scene, and were last CZINNER & CO.
Corporation, pursuant to section 142 of Following inquiries, seen heading north
a search warrant was along Kent Street,
executed at about Epping.”
12.30pm on January
5 at an address on One male is de-
William Street, Five scribed as approxi-
the Strata Schemes Development Act Dock, with the assis- mately 20 years old,
2015(NSW). Up to 30% off tance of South West about five feet nine Solicitors &
Metropolitan Region inches tall, normal Conveyancers
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Owners Corporation of the above Strata maMcohnidnaeys!- WFrhidilasyt8satmoc-k4splmast! (RES). olive to fair skin, un-
Scheme or any estate or interest in or known facial hair with Gladesville
claim against any of the lots comprised in CURRENT TRADING HOURS A 16-year-old boy tattoos.
the Strata Scheme is required, on or be- was arrested and 9816 2133
fore 25 January 2023, to send particulars Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8am - 1pm. taken to Burwood He was wearing
of the estate, interest or claim to Pancific Wed: CLOSED. Sat: 9am - 12 noon. Police Station where a black, plain long All legal & conveyancing matters.
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Matildas’ path to Paris Olympics football tournament revealed
Matildas will have to come through a five-match qualifying pro- playing each other once. tion and the first time they had ed according to FIFA rankings.
gram to reach next year’s Olympic Games in Paris. The three group winners and reached the final four. They will be split into five groups
of four and two groups of three.
Their task was outlined this cause they are one of five seed- best runner-up will then be But qualifying for Tokyo was
week by the Asian Football Con- ed teams. drawn into pairs for home-and- easier than it will be for Paris The Afghanistan women’s team
federation outlining the path to away play-off ties, with the two because neither Japan — being — which is based in Australia,
Paris ahead of Thursday’s quali- Sam Kerr’s team will join the winners going to Paris. qualified as hosts — nor North where it plays in the Victorian
fying first round draw. successful seven, along with Korea, who withdrew, were in- state league, because women’s
Japan, China, North Korea and Australia reached the semifi- volved. Australia faced Vietnam sport in their home nation has
Ranked 12th in the world, Aus- South Korea in the second stage. nals in the last Olympics, in To- in the Tokyo play-off, winning 7-1 ceased under Taliban rule — is
tralia will sit out April’s first stage That will consist of three, four- kyo, going down 1-0 to Sweden. on aggregate. in pot 4, even though the exiled
— which features 26 teams being nation groups, each meeting at a They then lost the bronze medal team is yet to be recognised by
whittled down to seven — be- single venue, with each country match 4-3 to the United States. Thursday’s draw in Kuala FIFA.
Lumpur features four pots, seed-
It was their fourth participa-

☐ John Bateman was England’s try scoring super hero in the Rugby League World Cup. ☐ That’s

gotta be out
shouts Nathan
Lyon.

Pommie Powerhouse joins the Tigers

POMMIE POWERHOUSE John Bateman (29) has signed a four year deal with the Tigers.

An England International and Dally M medallist, Sought after by our rivals, he said he signed for Lyon not impressed by umpire calls
John has played more than 200 games in Pom- the Tigers to win more honours.
mieland that span 10 seasons and include three Our local Australian cricket legend Nathan Lyon was not impressed with umpire deci-
seasons with the Bradford Bulls and seven with “I can’t wait to begin a new chapter at a club that sions that fans believe robbed Australia of a win against South Africa on the final day
perennial champions Wigan. I know is going places,” he said. of the Third Test at the SCG last week.

John is one of our four marquee signings along- “I want to be a part of the rebuild at the Tigers
side Api Koroisau, Isaiah Papali’i and David Klem- and I’m really excited to be coming back to the
mer as coach Tim Sheens builds a forward NRL.”
pack capable of matching it with all opponents.
Tiger’s CEO Justin Pascoe says John’s attitude
Hungry for grand final glory, John began his and experience will inspire younger recruits.
stellar career with the Bulls, where he made
35 appearances before joining Wigan almost a ☐ John
dec-ade ago where his try scoring prowess
saw him became the fans' favourite player. Bateman
is pictured
Although highly regarded as a second row in Tiger
forward, there's speculation his incredible colours.
strength will see him join fellow recruit Isaiah
in the back-row, while three-time premiership Television coverage captures Lyon’s frustration peal was turned down.
winner Api will also start as the hooker. with controversial umpire calls as Australia needed “It only has to be hitting the bails, not the entire
14 wickets for victory but only managed six as the
John will need all his strength just to carry his match ended in a draw. stump,” he said.
trunk loads of silverware from the air-port that Former Australian Test Captain Mark Taylor
include his Pommie Players’ Player of the Year With South Africa on the ropes, Lyon thought
Award, his Pommie Player of the Year Award, the he’d trapped Simon Harmer leg before wicket agreed.
2018 Steve Prescott Man of Steel Award and his twice in two overs, but the umpire turned down “That’s disappointing. That’s not good umpir-
2018 Super League Dream Team Award. both appeals.
ing. We talk about wanting to keep spinners in the
It is the second time he’ll be covered in The first was ruled an ‘umpire’s call’ which was game. Well if that’s not out LBW, I don’t know what
grand final glory as he played the Faders in the turned down because the ball wasn’t hitting enough is.”
the 2019 NRL Grand Final against the Bondi of the leg stump, while the second was ruled the
Chicks and was named the Dally M Second same due to where it struck Harmer’s pad. Victory would have given Australia a three nil
Row Forward Of The Year as well as being clean sweep of the series and sealed their place in
shortlisted for the 2019 Golden Boot. This left the third umpire with no choice but to the World Test Championship final. However they
uphold both decisions. will now need to draw or win in one of the four Tests
During the World Cup he showed he is hungry in India next month or hope New Zealand don’t
to score tries, many beneath the posts. The Australian players were stunned and Lyon lose both of their home Tests against Sri Lanka in
also confronted the umpire after the second ap- March.
Tim says John is a world class player who brings
an enormous work ethic and he leads by example.

16 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 11 January, 2023

Tim’s Tigers will win the grand final
The Tigers have splashed the cash over the summer break to bring in four
of the most highly rated representative forwards.

They join a side led world and one with a By the one eyed Tiger
by Tim Sheens which is Never Say Die attitude
hungry to bring grand that exemplifies what the Tigers winning the junior talent com-
final glory to TWT Ter- it means to wear the grand final? ing through the ranks
ritory this season. black and gold. to cover injuries in a
The answer is simple. squad that looks every
Pommie signing and As well as the fabu- In past years the Ti- inch the best in 2023.
second rower John lous four new forwards gers have had a lot of
Bateman caps a ma- - who can defend as good players but this SEE YOU AT
jor recruitment drive well as attack - Tim year they have great LEICHHARDT HQ
for 2023, with hooker has retained repre- players, each one of
Apisai Koroisau, lock sentative prop Stefano them a game changer. THIS YEAR!
Isaiah Papali’i and Utoikamanu and the Every position is filled
prop David Klemmer versatile young for- by the best talent avail-
already training under ward sensation Fonua able and this means
Tim, Benji Marshall and Pole as well as the at- they don’t have to rely
Robbie Farah. tacking back line that on the backs to score
made the Tigers one out wide as they have
These four new for- of the most prolific try a new ability to score
wards add a new di- scoring machines last from anywhere on the
mension to the team season. field, especially within
and are all established metres of the try line.
talents with reputa- Tim had flying wing- There’s also enough
tions that precede ers Ken Maumalo and
them as lightning pre- David Nofoaluma hit- Tim has talent to burn in every position this season.
cedes thunder. ting their paces at
☐ Local legend and star half back Luke Brooks resumed training at the Zurich Cen- training this week with
Apisai and John are winger Brent Naden
tre in Concord this week. crucial signings. getting a second lease
of life is his preferred
Apisai is a first choice position as centre.
New South Wales play-
er and makes the play- Our 2023 Player of
ers around him better. the Year Joe Ofahen-
gaue is back and can
He tells me the play- play in several key po-
ers are hungry for sitions.
grand final glory with
the new look squad Star goalkicker Adam
now brimming with Doueihi starts as five
quality and experience eight with the local
in every position. legend Luke Brooks
as half back and Daine
“I think this is going Laurie as fullback.
to work really well, we
all want to win a pre- The smart talk among
miership but the most people in the know is
important thing right that these three play-
now is we look like a ers will have their best
premiership winning season ever with so
footy team.” many star forwards
around them and with
Our Pommie signing individual coaching
John has won every from Benji Marshall
major award it is pos- and Robbie Farah, who
sible to win in England are part of Tim’s elite
and brings a sensa- leadership team.
tional ability to bust
through tackles and So why is now the
score. time to raid ma-in-
laws’ pension fund
In Isaiah the Tigers and bet the money on
have landed one of the
best back rowers in the

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Bamboo Blossom! hero first aid skills and take-home material, Spend $5 or more in the Main or Oasis bars
Tickets $15 for both classes; on Thursdays in January to receive a
includes ice cream! certificates and tools.
Children: $10 Members, $15 Non-Members. $10 discount on any second meal purchase at
KIDS’ BINGO Social Kitchen or The Coffee Club!
(Adults, please book your free ticket online
Monday 16 & 23 January when you book for the children). *CONDITIONS APPLY.
@ 11am. AVAILABLE LUNCH & DINNER ON THURSDAYS IN JANUARY.
$6.50, including activity pack,
bingo book, lollies & more!
PLUS great prizes!

CRAFT PARTY

Wednesday 18 January @11am.
$10.50. Includes FREE chips,
drink and ice block.

Visit www.releagues.com.au
or scan the QR code to book!

RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB 117 Ryedale Road West Ryde NSW 2114 Tel: 02 9807 2444
www.releagues.com.au www.facebook.com/rydeeastwoodleagues