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2021 Northern District
Local Business Awards2021 THEWEEKLYTIMES

Thank God for Olympics!

Helped keep us sane in a New GM at
Mad, Mad Covid Lockdown Canada Bay
world!
Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas
Local TWT Territory Channel welcomes new GM John Clark.
7 TV cameraman Paul Walker SEE PAGE 14
has been covering the Tokyo
Olympic Games alongside his JB’s World HUNTERS HILL Day
son Andrew Walker working for was celebrated last Sat-
Channel 9 and helping many urday to commemorate
maintain some sense of sanity the successful campaign
in this depressing Covid-19 against the Baird State
lockdown period. Liberal Government to
compulsorily merge
Andrew is a graduate of Hunters Hill, Lane Cove
Eastwood’s St Kevin’s school and Ryde Councils.
and Marist College. Because of Covid-19
restrictions most cele-
Paul Walker is pictured with brations were held at
Australia’s multi Gold Medal homes.
winning swimming team
members. Continued Page 3

TWT
Olympic Games

Round-up
SEE PAGE 15

Hunters Hill Day celebrations

2 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 4 August, 2021

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How are you managing The Weekly Times is calling on our loyal readers to help us bombard
with Covid lockdown? social media with positive images.

Seems Covid lockdown will be with us for some In these uncertain pages. be featuring the im-
time yet if you can guess what Premier Gladys Ber- times we want our Simply tag your In- age that we find ex-
ijiklian is proposing for us. readers to share im- ceptionally positive in
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photos that are in- with @weeklytimesau- will feature on the front
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joy!
We look forward to hearing from you. Meanwhile Each week we will
have a great week.

Ryde Historical Society

Meetings postponed

Ryde District Historical Society scheduled activities
have been placed on hold because of the continuing
Covid-19 restrictions.

Society president Kim Phillips says that scheduled
talk by Carol Liston on Saturday August 7 has had to
be postponed. “We will let you know the new date
once we know when we can come out of lock down”.

“Also postponed is our planned walk and BBQ at
the Field of Mars Education Centre, hosted by Phillip
Ward. Again, we will let you know when this can go
ahead. And, thanks Phillip for your offer to host us!”

Lane Cove Libraries Janice Toussard was awarded Life Membership of the Dullaburrah Scouts Guild by past president Larry Stansfield at Club Ryde recently pictured
and services closed with l to r Wendy Gronau, Margaret Greenland, Claus Gronau, Maxine Stansfield and Pam Lancett. Janice and her late husband Barry Toussard were
foundation members of the Guild which has met regularly since 1957.
Lane Cove Council has closed a number of ser-
vices with customer service activities available via Jeans for Genes Day Cat of the Week
online, phone and email requests. this Friday August 6
Can you find it in your heart to help the cats?
The Council Depot is also closed with skeleton Jeans for genes was established in 1994 by
staff for emergencies only. the Children’s Medical Research Institute to fund As a result of the harsh new lockdown there is no Cat Of The Week in this week’s edi-
revolutionary research that helps diagnose, under- tion but TWT readers are encouraged to donate food to help feed the cats at Glades-
Requests can be made online at service@lane- stand and find the cures for conditions affecting ville’s World League for Protection of Animals.
cove.nsw.gov.au or by phone 9911 3555. children, including genetic diseases like cancer or
cystic fibrosis. “We are asking locals to do their lockdown that doesn’t receive government funding and
Lane Cove Libraries remain closed and walk-n allowed exercise by walking past our adoption relies on the kindness and generosity of local
services at Lane Cove Civic Centre have been sus- One in 20 children are born with a genetic dis- centre on the corner of Cowell Street and Vic- residents to fund its work to rescue cats and find
pended including Justice of the Peace services. ease or birth defect. toria Road with a couple of cans of cat food in adopted homes for them.
their hands and depositing them in the dona-
NEW TRADING HOURS Together, with your help, the Children’s Medi- tions bin outside,’’ the team at the World League Each year at tax return time it appeals to locals
cal Research Institute intends to beat children’s said. for help.
Due to the impact of COVID-19 genetic diseases and give every child a healthier
our new trading hours are: future. For further information go to: www.cmri- “ We know some people are doing it tougher “If anyone has some spare money we can
jeansforgenes.org.au. money wise at the moment so generic cans of issue a tax deductible receipt and they can
Monday to Friday 8am-4pm cat food are fine and so very much appreciated.’’ ALSO donate online at http://www.wlpa.org/
Saturday 8am – 2pm Eastwood Evening Garden Club donate/ or electronic transfer BSB 032 184 ac-
Sunday Closed ‘Happy Gardening’ greetings The World League is a non-profit organisation count 282247 at Westpac Bank.’’

If inconvenient please call or text Eastwood Evening Garden Club members wish
to 0412 010 353 to utilise our all gardeners reading this “happy gardening” dur-
pickup and delivery service. ing this period of lockdown and invite you to join
with us when we can commence meeting again.

Our meetings are held on the second Tuesday in
the month at 7.30pm, in the Meeting Room behind
Gladesville Library, Pittwater Road Gladesville.
Enquiries welcome. Contact Margaret 9888 6150.

Fr MARTIN’S MUSINGS

ph 9805 0986 ph 9870 8955 2021 TOKYO OLYMPICS-a reflection!

CoX’S road MaLL Midway Shopping Centre Last Tuesday’s Gospel quoted Jesus of Naza-
211 Coxs Rd, 117 North Rd reth say: “that anyone who does the will of my
North Ryde Denistone East Father is my brother, sister and mother.” (Mat-
thew chapter 12 verse 50). When I read these
words I immediately realised that there can be Our photograph this week shows a dozen hungry cats at the World League’s Gladesville
many forms of a family unit besides the biologi- adoption centre waiting in the kitchen for dinner time. Donated cat food can be left in the
cal family. donation bin on the ground floor, beside the stairs and just next door to the Gladesville TAB.

For anyone to have the opportunity and the
privilege to become an Olympian enables them
to belong to a special type of family. The mem-
bers of an Olympic family spend so much time
together in constant and exhausting training
schedules, living, travelling and dining with each
other then sharing with each other their highs
and lows from competing in their events.

The Tokyo Olympics have begun in most unu-
sual circumstances with no spectators being
present and with the real threat of another COV-
ID outbreak. Hopefully the next Olympics to be
held in Paris, France scheduled for 2024 will see
spectators back and be free of the threat of any
virus.

Pope Francis recently shared an insight on
the Olympics in these words: (8hmi 2cols)
“The Olympics present an ideal opportunity for
people “to put themselves on the line” and to
appreciate the merits of fair play and also the
value of triumph and defeat. The greatness of a
person is so often more evident when they are
defeated more so than in their triumphs.” 

Within life as in the Olympics there is a lot
for people to gain besides always coming first!

Father MARTIN R MAUNSELL
Parish Priest

St Kevin’s Catholic Church Eastwood

Wednesday 4 August, 2021 THE WEEKLY TIMES 3

2021 Northern District
Local Business Awards2021 THEWEEKLYTIMES

Get set for business’ night of nights!
Excitement is building as finalists in this year’s Northern Districts Local Business Awards are announced in time to dust off their
finery, ready for the biggest night of the year.

The date? Tuesday 19th October. their staff let down their hair and celebrate,” he ing spectacle, with finalists dressed in their best in this week’s edition.
The place? The Epping Club. said. and ready to laugh and cheer for everyone in the “This is a chance for customers and clients to see
room.
The event? The Northern Districts Local “The annual awards presentation is chance for if the businesses they nominated have become fi-
Business awards presentation evening. these hardworking locals to take a break, look back “You simply can’t beat the atmosphere,” he said. nalists.,” he said.
on their achievements and join in celebrating each “I challenge the Oscars to equal it for genuine,
Precedent Productions Managing Director and other’s successes. heartfelt speeches and warm support. All finalists The Northern Districts Local Business Awards
Awards founder Steve Loe said the announce- in each category are announced, with their picture are supported by Major Partners, City of Ryde and
ments of this year’s awards winners and cel- “We announce the winners of each category, but shown on the big screen. NOVA Employment and Support Partners, Hunters
ebration of all finalists was the annual night of in my eyes, every single finalist is a winner. They’ve “It’s heart-warming to hear the deafening cheers Hill Council, Lane Cove Council, The Epping Club,
nights for the Northern Districts business com- worked hard to get there and the evening is a won- from the crowd as everyone celebrates the achieve- Riverside Business Chamber and White Key Mar-
munity. derful opportunity to catch up, enjoy great food and ment of all the businesses in the room.” keting. For more information visit www.thebusines-
entertainment and relax in a fabulous atmosphere.” Mr Loe said The Weekly Times, the Awards’ me- sawards.com.au
“It’s the night where local business owners and dia partner, has exclusively published the finalist list
Mr Loe said the Northern Districts Local Business FOR THE FULL LIST OF FINALISTS, SEE
Awards presentation evening was always a glitter- PAGE 5

‘Shop Local, Love Your Community’ at Midway Shopping Centre

For a small community shopping centre, Midway at Denistone East punches well zines, cards and office needs with fax and photo-
above its weight and has become an important daily stop for many local residents. copying available,” he says in his review.

While many of its retailers have been forced to great specials each week as well as many in store ☐ Surely $60m can wipe away the lock- Last but not least, Midway Newsagency and Post
put their offerings on hold due to COVID restric- specials.” down blues? Pop into Midway Newsagency Office can also be the place your dreams are made
tions, Midway still has quite a few tenants among and Post Office to submit your entry before of - as a Powerball and lotteries agent.
the ‘essential services’ prescribed by the NSW Gov- The Meat Boutique the winning numbers are drawn Thursday
ernment and allowed to continue operating during Apart from having one of the best names for a This Thursday, $60m is up for grabs in Powerball
lockdown. butcher shop you’ve ever heard, The Meat Boutique Local businesses can use its AusPost services to and Midway Newsagency and Post Office is one
is renowned in the local area for its consistently high- fulfill online and other delivery orders, while the long- COVID-safe local place you can submit your entry -
And most of them have a distinctly family-run at- quality standard of premium meats. established newsagency component of this retail and be in it to win it!
mosphere and the personal touch when it comes to This butchery has a comprehensive range of ‘all outlet provides newspapers - including The Weekly
servicing their many regular customers. things meat’, from Christmas and Irish specialties, Times - magazines, stationery, gifts, cards and other “As an essential business, Midway newsagency
condiments and pies to the staples of sausages, services. and Post Office will stay open during lockdown,”
Midway has a recently-opened IGA store, owned pork, beef, lamb, chicken, game and veal. one of the smiling faces at the counter, Grace, says.
and operated by two families with deep, local com- Equal to its high-quality product offering in consist- Local Bill Pooley is impressed with what Midway
munity roots - the Yaupaungs and the Qins. ency is the flow of 5-star online reviews from The Newsagency and Post Office has to offer and has “We are here for you, for the community! Stay safe
Meat Boutique’s customers. declared online he’s a fan. everyone! We will get through this, Together!”
Craig and Mandy Yaupaung work in the store, “Excellent butcher with skilled staff who know their
while son Brendan has been appointed the Overall produce. Well-priced produce for the quality and “Friendly, family-like service from both the Newsa-
Manager of the Store. The Qins are well-known in service you receive. Highly recommend this store,” gent and the sub Post Office. Big variety of maga-
the Putney and Abbottsford areas for their 1st Class Jodie Escolme wrote.
IGA Stores, but also have stores in other areas of The Meat Boutique is a multi-Award winner, hav-
Sydney. ing claimed many prizes in the agricultural pavilions
of the annual Royal Easter Show and also makes a
The store has more than 8,000 grocery / dairy / regular appearance on the finalist and winners list in
freezer and general merchandise products and con- the Northern
tinues to add products to its range as requested by Midway Newsagency and Post Office
customers. In these present lockdown times, the importance
of the local post office as a key facilitator of contact-
“We have a great selection of Fresh Fruit & Veg- less communication has never been greater.
gies, Fresh Meat is supplied from our local butcher
The Meat Boutique and our in-store Bakery is now in
operation and very popular,” Craig says.

“Our pricing is very competitive with dozens of

JB’s World Cissie Reynolds of Hunters Hill and better Paul Wynn of local Rotary fame celebrates next Ph: 8054 6599
half of Zac faces 70 candles on her birthday Thursday same day as Jean Drew of Epping and
COVID–19 HYSTERIA gripped the nation cake Friday same day Mark Buckingham of Jaynee Hodge better half of Barry Hodge and Ian Shop G3/117 North Rd,
with draconian laws being instigated by govern- Chill IT celebrates with his better half Margo Vair-Turnbull turning 63. Ryde NSW 2112
ments who admit they don’t know the answers practising keep cool under pressure.
is how JB reported this time last year. Premiers Mary Norris better half of Bernard Norris and
say they are acting on the advice of “medi- Kengo Matsumura our maths whizkid from resident at Dalton Gardens Ryde next Thursday
cal experts” and incompetent bureaucrats and Epping Boys High and earlier Truscott Street was rewarded with her OBE three years ago and
self-appointed medical/academic experts who primary school and later Sydney Uni turns 26 will celebrate with her extended family of friends
clearly do not know the facts and do not know Sunday and will celebrate with his lovely Mum at Dalton Gardens. Congratulations Mary from all
that they do not know! According to my expert Yuriko and friends. at The Weekly Times.
medical expert!
Lawsen Wearne son and heir of Lynne and BUMPER STICKER: Don’t worry about
Things haven’t changed. We are no better this Bruce Wearne formerly of Michael’s Hair’M old age – it doesn’t last.
year than last year. Only worse. Top Ryde shopping centre and big brother of ***
Morgen celebrates 31 years Sunday same day Keep Smiling!
It’s the loonies running the lunatic asylum. as former mayor of Hunters Hill Ross Sheerin -JOHN F BOOTH AM
hubby of Julie and father of Tara.
*** Award winning butchers! OnlinOerNdoewr
LOUISE ELIZABETH BONIFACIO faces Also celebrating Sunday are Elisabeth Curic-
30 candles on her birthday cake today while Do- Daher, Mei-sui Ong and the old golden tonsils CALL US (02) 9878 3533
reen Wollanston turns 85 in Dalton Gardens. John Laws of radio fame.
ROWAN PRICE past President of Ryde Ro- whole
tary Club celebrates 57 tomorrow same day as Kathleen McClymont better half of eye fillets
Ken Burnett last president of Ryde Bowling Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Presi-
Club celebrates 88 with his beautiful better half dent Jim McClymont celebrates Mon- $3999 kg
Marguerite and Brendan BJ Robertson par- day.
ties at 25. Store Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7am till 6.30pm ︲ Sat-7am till 2pm ︲ Sun-closed
***
*** DAVID HAMLEY of West Ryde Hotel fame www.themeatboutique.com.au ︲ 119b North Rd Ryde, NSW, 2112
SHARON KING was a Queen for a year and a past president of West Ryde Chamber of
when in 1995 she was TWT Miss Eastwood Commerce and now a professional golf player
Granny Smith Festival Queen and this Sun- (?) celebrates Tuesday with better half Robbie
day celebrates her birthday. Unfortunately this and son Nick and family and friends.
year we won’t be having a 2021 TWT Granny Doris Percillier celebrates in the Black Forest
Smith Festival Queen as the celebrations have of Germany with son Michael and family while
been cancelled for a second year because of the Eduardo Quintero parties in Bogota Colombia.
dreaded coronavirus pandemic.
Bernadette Horell better half of Allen parties ***
tomorrow same day as Elisabeth Curic-Daher
and Kay Summerfield. JANETTE HOWARD better half of former
JB niece Bregitta and Andy Leigh celebrate Bennelong MP, TWT columnist and Prime Min-
fifteen years wedded bliss with son Tommy, ister John Howard AO, OM celebrates next
daughters Jessica and Sophie in Pommieland Wednesday same day as Graeme Castle faces
Friday. 58 candles on his birthday cake while Bregitta
Byrne and Arnaud Lami celebrate their third
*** wedding anniversary in Paris three years after
their wedding at Balmoral in Sydney. Bregitta
is the daughter of Sue Byrne who was the flow-
er girl at the wedding of JB’s twin brother Dr
Peter Booth and Margaret Barnier at St Phil-
lip’s Church Eastwood some moons ago.

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4 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 4 August, 2021 Hunters Hill Guest Column

Letters to the Editor Our young people deserve
real and fresh outcomes
Strokes more deadly than LETTERS Games.
Covid-19 virus disease PETER CONDE
Welcome CEO,
Dear Sir, ernment economic Australian We need a refresh. We need real out- To The POINT
Strokes are the lead- support package that TWT welcomes letters comes. We need real opportunity. We with
ing cause of disability allows us to stay-at- from our readers. Full Institute of Sport need effective change in Hunters Hill JULIA PRESTON*
in Australia, and the home and maintains name, address and that gives young locals the opportunity
third most common businesses and liveli- telephone number MUST TWT article lifted to get involved and remain active in our
cause of death. hoods. be supplied, even if not Family spirits community.
There were 27,428 for publication. Send to:
Australians who expe- We know that west- TWT PO Box 123, Ryde Dear Sir, I know this, because I was born and raised term of Council.
rienced stroke for the ern and south western 1680 or email: contactus@ The McLean clan in the suburb. Increasingly, it prompted me to query
first time in their lives Sydney aren’t ‘work weekly times.com.au article in this week’s
in 2020, which equates from home’ communi- TWT (July 28) is so very My earliest memories are of being part of why many other measures to involve young
to one stroke every 19 ties. They’re abiding democracy and strong much appreciated.  the “Green Room” at Hunters Hill Preschool, people have been rejected throughout the
minutes. by the health regula- communities play in You have given us all playing soccer for All Saints Football Club (I term up until this point. It felt like a contrived
These statistics are tions but they also the life of the nation.  such a kick with our sto- was its first female member!), taking ballet effort to attract young voters before an
a cause for alarm, but need to leave home to ry in both weeks’ paper, classes at the Jenan School of Dance, and election.
what’s even more worri- put bread on the table Bravo TWT in your and even though we learning French at Hunters Hill Public School
some is the fact that so as frontline workers, or 100 th Year! will not be together cel- with Ms Hoppenjans.  
many Australians don’t in retail or other vital ebrating, these articles At this final Council meeting, I proposed to
know the warning signs logistics and supply GARNET MEEKINGS have lifted our spirits. I thought that this suburb had everything; amend the motion, and spoke in favour of the
or how to help if they chains. Hunters Hill Locals Many thanks, regards. that anything I wanted to be a part of was idea that there should be a youth committee
encounter someone here, and within my reach. in its own right, rather than having a token
suffering from a stroke. We simply can’t Praise for record WENDY GRONAU youth representative on various committees.
This week (August 2 have businesses and start in Tokyo West Ryde *** I think I share the sentiment of my friends
- 8) is National Stroke workers hit the wall SADLY, THROUGHOUT my late teens and and fellow young constituents of Hunters
Week, and St John Am- because they are do- Dear Sir, Mystery of ‘Special early adult life, I have watched the inevitable Hill that we want real and concrete ways of
bulance NSW are using ing the right thing and The Australian In- Category’ migrants departure of friends who have similarly contributing to this great locality.
this time to raise aware- abiding by the NSW stitute of Sport con- grown up in Hunters Hill, because they have I want to be able to advocate for the
ness around stroke de- Health advice. gratulates the Aus- Dear Sir, outgrown the mundanity and the lack of appetite to provide us a platform of our own.
tection. tralian women’s 4x100 A recently released advocacy for them by our leaders.
Strokes can often be That is why NSW freestyle relay for its report showed that They have been forced to make the difficult ***
difficult to detect, so needs JobKeeper. It continued domina- since the beginning of choice between the beautiful heritage and WE COULD take example from the Ryde
knowing how to rec- saw us through tough tion of the event fol- the Covid pandemic unique community that they have grown up Youth Council Advisory Committee; a
ognise when a stroke lockdowns last time lowing their world As usual over the loving, and other inner-city suburbs. working group formed to allow Ryde’s youth
is happening is the first and it’ll see us through record breaking swim years most come from These suburbs entice the age group by community to share their opinions and ideas
step. Using three simple this one again. at the Tokyo Olympic Asia, China in particular.  offering inclusive local infrastructure such with the City of Ryde Council.
questions and calling for Games. One might ask what as trendy bars and restaurants, or initiatives I understand this committee has been
the necessary medical Now is a time for The victory, in a time is so “Special” about actually led by fellow young locals. incredibly effective at encouraging young
support promptly can political leaders to be of 3:29:78, beats the these individuals that We have a suburb that can offer all of the locals to direct Council on matters that
help save someone’s positive and to ensure previous record set at in a global pandemic same things. We can bring Gladesville back affect the youth demographic. Not only
life- it really is as simple the right economic the 2018 Common- the red carpet welcome to life as a hub for hospitality. We don’t would this initiative encourage activity
as remembering the ac- support is in place. wealth Games on the was afforded to them. have to be seen as the inactive relative of from our younger constituents, but it would
ronym F.A.S.T. Gold Coast. The answer is simple. neighbouring Lane Cove or Drummoyne. We highlight the diversity of perspective in our
FACE: Check their  We are all in this to- Winning a third con- They are high wealth can do more. community.
face. Has their mouth gether and it’s never secutive Olympic gold individuals with appar-   It is obvious that a well-rounded community
dropped? been as important as medal further cements ently money to burn The reality is, that there is less in Hunters needs a progressive council to vouch its
ARMS: Can they lift it is now, that we stick Australia’s status as the with a promise that they Hill on offer for our demographic, than for our young people as well as its older population.
both arms? together and we look dominant country in this will invest heavily in parents and grandparents, and while youth Take this as a call to action. Hunters Hill
SPEECH: Is their out for each other. event and we congratu- Australian enterprises. representation on committees going forward Council needs to make change to captivate
speech slurred? Do they late Bronte and Cate And I assume they will is a step in the right direction for those our neglected generation..  
understand you? CHRIS MINNS MP Campbell, Emma McK- become generous do- interested in leadership, I felt frustrated that
TIME: Time is critical. Labor Opposition eon and debutant Meg nors to our big political a motion in favour of its implementation was JULIA PRESTON is the first girl to play
If you see any of these Harris on making Aus- parties. only put forward in the last meeting of this soccer with All Saints Soccer Club
signs, call 000 straight Leader tralian sporting history. In return they and
away. NSW Parliament That was an inspiring their families are virtu- Local Council Elections
This National Stroke swim and one that I’m ally handed citizenship
Week is awith your Thank you TWT sure will become part with all the perks that Postponed Until December 4
readers. on Battle to Save of Australian sporting go with it i.e. Medicare,
Local Democracy folklore. affordable schooling, HUNTERS HILL HAPPENINGS
SARAH LANCE Congratulations Centrelink, the right to with Mayor ROSS WILLIAMS
CEO, St John Dear Sir, Swimming Australia buy properties etc.
  I would like to on its preparation for The idiots in Canberra The local government elections,
Ambulance NSW thank TWT and its ed- these Games under have as usual pulled the which were due to be held on Sep-
itor John F Booth AM extremely challenging wool over our eyes on tember 4 2021, have been postponed
Reinstate a new for its coverage of circumstances, and this one. in response to the recent outbreak of
Jobkeeper 2 Hunters Hill Day and also to Jack McLough- There have been doc- the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus.
its theme this year of lin (silver) and Brendon umented cases where Council elections will now be held on
Dear Sir, “Celebrating our Lo- Smith (bronze) on their some of these individu- December 4 2021.
Harder lockdowns cal Democracy”. medals.  als have sneaked in,
must equal greater TWT played a very The AIS has a strong brought their families Previously, in response to the COVID-19
financial support.  important role in the partnership with Swim- in obtained citizen- pandemic, the NSW Government post-
You simply cannot battle to save Hunters ming Australia across ship,  bought properties poned the September 2020 elections to
demand one, without Hill’s independence a wide range of areas, then have gone back to Saturday, September 4 2021. The NSW
delivering the other. from forced amalga- and as with other na- their country to run their Government has worked with the Elector-
When the Premier mation. tional sporting organi- businesses. al Commission and NSW Health to imple-
outlines the roadmap, What it did so well sations, has worked Mansions and houses ment a comprehensive plan to allow vot-
we need to see the was keeping the com- closely with Swimming they have bought re- ers to cast their ballot safely in person, by
Federal-State Gov- munity informed as to manage the difficul- main vacant, whilst post or online on December 4 2021.
to what was going on ties presented by the Australians are strug-
with all the rallies and COVID pandemic and gling to buy a “box” to This means that Council and its com-
meetings, and of the the postponed Games.  live in. mittees will now continue on serving our
important role local AIS support is pro- Why are we as Aus- community for another three months and
vided across a broad tralians so apathetic as it will not be entering into Caretaker mode
spectrum, from high to what is happening to as mentioned in last week’s column, until Operational outdoor works continue
performance funding our great country.  November. within the restrictions as best they can.
to applied technology My big worry is the Garbage services are not affected.
and innovation, people lack of tough scrutiny It is with great enthusiasm that I continue
development and well- on these individuals to serve you as Mayor for this extended I have been receiving feedback that al-
being and direct athlete and the source of their term. though it is great to get out in our beautiful
grants. wealth. Municipality for exercise, residents need
The lead-up to these How are we 100 per- For those who are intending to run as to respect the social distancing rules and
Games has been any- cent sure that some of candidates in the elections on December the safety of others.
thing but easy for our these individuals have 4, please visit the NSW Electoral Com-
athletes. It has taken not made their wealth mission website to obtain the most up-to- While the lockdown continues, take ad-
extraordinary resilience, from illegal means such date information on the new arrangements vantage of the oval lights remaining on
adaptability and cour- as drug dealing, corrup- and timeline. until 7pm each weekday at three of our
age just to make it to tion, the exploitation of ovals (Boronia 1, Weil Park and Gladesville
Japan and we couldn’t children and vulnerable COVID-19 Health Directives Reserve) to get outdoors and exercise.
be happier to see the women in the sex in- In line with public health directives that Please adhere to public health orders.
Olympic dream come dustry etc. we all stay at home for another four weeks,
true for our four 4x100 It seems to me that all non-essential public-facing services of For those of us that are feeling isolated
relay swimmers. We are the idiots in Canberra Council remain closed until the end of the please make use of the Hunters Hill Con-
so very proud of you could not care less. lockdown stay at home orders. Other ser- nect app. The new app designed to help
all.” How can anyone ever vices remain available online and over the people who may be socially isolated stay
This gold is the third vote for either of the two phone. connected with their support circle and get
overall for Cate Camp- major parties is a mys- assistance when they need it.
bell. All three have come tery to me.
from the 4x100 freestyle To get connected please complete
relay meaning the Aus- TONY IKONOMOU the www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/forms.
tralian Olympic Flag Hunters Hill Once registered you can download the app
Bearer has now joined from the App Store or Google Play Store.
Dawn Fraser in the his-
tory books as the only Please stay safe.
Australian swimmers
to win a gold medal in
the same event at three
consecutive Olympic

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6 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 4 August, 2021

THE WEEKLY TIMES Wellness Corner
Your weeklY guide to HealtH & Fitness

In the garden with Claudia: Lockdown Workout
Growing your own produce just some space in the house!
There is nothing more rewarding than growing and harvesting your own produce. To make sure you avoid any injuries or niggles,

There are many ways to grow your vegetables, credibly useful to give your plants a treat, this can be By Nicolas Rouco* please take the time to warm up and make sure
fruits and herbs. They can be grown in pots, verti- in the form of commercial liquid, powder or granular you do not do anything that may cause injury
cal walls, raised planters or garden beds or simply fertiliser or compost – why not start your own com- Trying to come up with a home workout or harm. Complete this routine below at a low
somewhere in your garden. post to save money and to help the environment? can be overwhelming. What exercises intensity for 30 seconds each to warm up. This
do I do? How long for? Will they work? workout is a suggestion, and you can tailor it to
It is a lot easier than you might think! Simply take Crop-rotation Without expert advice this can be hard suit your fitness level.
into consideration the following six important fac- Successful vegetable gardens will produce sea- to discover on your own.
tors: sonal food all year round- but it is important not to Lockdown Workout
plant the same vegetables in the same spot every So, to keep it simple, try the following 15-min- Please complete the following 7 exercises for
Sunlight, location and soil year. Why? You ask. ute workout and see how you go. 60 seconds each with no breaks. After a 60 sec-
It is important to pay attention to the amount of Plants take up nutrients from the soil when they ond break do it all over again to complete the
sun your space will receive during the day as this will grow, and some plants, in particular legumes (beans, It’s easy to do and you don’t need equipment, workout. No weights are required, its all body
determine what to plant for maximum success. You peas) also release certain nutrients back into the weight! Good Luck!
will need at least three hours of sunlight for shade soil. Rotating the crops around will ensure the soil 1. Body Weight Squats; 2. Jogging on the
tolerant vegetables like beetroot, radish, carrots, doesn’t get drained. If you mix it up, the soil will stay spot(beginner) / High Knees (advanced); 3. Al-
onions, leek, broccoli, cabbages and salad leaves. healthier and it will keep pests and diseases at bay. ternating Lunges; 4. Mountain Climbers
Sun loving plants include the majority of fruit bear- Seasonal planting 5. Star Jumps; 6. Pushups; 7. Sit-ups/Crunch-
ing plants like tomatoes, capsicums, cucumbers, When planning your vegetable garden you need to es
corn, zucchinis and berries and will require at least consider the season you want to harvest, how long This is a great and simple workout to get the
six hours of sun to be at their best. it will take to grow and when to plant your seedlings heart rate up, get you moving and maintaining
Your plants should be easily accessible for mainte- or sow your seeds. your fitness during lockdown.
nance and harvest. If you are starting from scratch, (* Claudia Crawley, Landscape Designer - All you need is 15 minutes and if it means you
ensure the soil is aerated and full of nutrients. For Grindstone Landscapes; and Board Member of get moving, something is better than nothing.
planters use vegetable soil mix. If you are planting the Australian Institute of Landscape Designers Remember, there is no perfect workout. If you
directly into your garden, loosen your soil with a gar- and Managers.) want a 30 minute routine simply complete four
den fork and add compost. rounds of the above workout and make sure you
Water leave time for a stretch at the end.
Just as important as the sunlight is the water in- For more tailored workouts or online group
take for all plants to grow happily. Vegetables con- sessions please contact my team at Vision
tain a high percentage of water. Tomatoes, cucum- Personal Training Gladesville (02) 98175190 or
bers and zucchini for example, contain up to 95% email [email protected]. Ask us about our
water. With that in mind, consistent, all-year-round 21 Day FREE offer when you mention TWT.
watering is essential for a successful harvest. (* Nicolas Nicolas Rouco has a Cert. 3 & 4
It doesn’t matter if your vegetables grow in a pot or Fitness and owns Vision Personal Training
in the garden- watering can be done automatically Gladesville.)
with an irrigation system (manual or automated) or
by hand with the good old watering can or hose (just Parramatta gets behind Jeans for Genes campaign
be careful when watering with a hose that you keep City of Parramatta has shown its commitment to research by donating $10,000 to
the setting on a low impact spray so that you don’t the Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI) this week.
squash delicate seedlings).
Mulch Lord Mayor Clr Bob Dwyer
Soil does not like to be naked! The sun, wind, and and Lady Mayoress Jenny
the rain will all cause damage to uncovered soil. Just Dwyer (pictured) have vis-
like a blanket- mulch will help to regulate the tem- ited the labs at CMRI many
perature in your soil and protect the roots – in winter times and last month pre-
it will keep the soil warm and in summer cool. Mulch sented the cheque to CM-
is your friend, especially sugar cane or pea straw RI’s Director Professor Rog-
mulch which will help to retain moisture. er Reddel “virtually’’ over
Fertiliser video conference.
Plants are hungry, they are like growing teenagers
– they need a lot of energy to produce each and eve- Clr Dwyer said anyone
ry fruit they produce. Water is essential but it is in- who has been touched by
childhood illness knows,
TELEHEALTH there’s nothing more dev-
AVAILABLE astating than when a child
is diagnosed with a serious
medical condition. CMRI labs several times $5000 and they will become
and met the world-leading a partner who will have
“Which is why the work of scientists to learn about the their logo appear on a DNA
research institutes such as cutting-edge research hap- strand acknowledging their
the Children’s Medical Re- pening in our own city. investment in children’s
search Institute is so criti- health.
cal,” Clr Dwyer said. City of Parramatta is also
joining the ‘Fight with Five’ Find out more at: www.
“I am proud that City of initiative. cmrijeansforgenes.org.au/
Parramatta Council has get-involved/partner-with-
been able to support CMRI ‘Fight With Five’ encour- us/fightwithfive
over many years and the in- ages businesses to donate
credible work they do sav-
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health of our nation’s chil-
dren.”

Mrs Dwyer said they were
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Wednesday 4 August, 2021 THE WEEKLY TIMES 7

Ryde’s parks open longer over lockdown
The lights at popular sporting fields in the City of Ryde will be switched on during week-
nights to help members of the community stay active and adhere to the state government’s
current stay-at-home orders.

The lights will be switched on these times provided they com- while keeping a safe distance ☐ Ryde Mayor Jerome Laxale pictured with footballers from the North West
between 5pm and 8pm from ply with the government’s stay- from others,” he said.
Monday to Friday at Eastwood at-home orders, which also al- Sydney Koalas and Ryde Panthers. Celebrating parks opening for longer during
Park; ELS Hall Park in North low people to leave their homes “By giving residents more op- lockdown. City of Ryde (pic courtesy City of Ryde)
Ryde; Marsfield Park; Mead- to exercise in groups alone or portunities to exercise we are re-
owbank Park; Monash Park in with only one other person. ducing the chances of commu-
Gladesville; North Ryde Park nity transmission of COVID-19
and Ryde Park. City of Ryde Mayor Jerome from occurring.”
Laxale said using the lighting
Lights will also be switched on available at these sporting fields Council staff will monitor the
between 5pm and 8pm Monday provides more open space op- night-time use but if breaches of
to Thursday at Meadowbank tions for the community and the current stay-at-home orders
Park Netball Courts; Morrison reduce the number of people occur Council will consider dis-
Bay Park; Tuckwell Park in Mac- using the parks during daylight continuing this initiative.
quarie Park and Waterloo Park in hours.
Marsfield. “Council Rangers will under-
“Council has made this deci- take regular patrols of our parks
All local residents will be able to sion to give everyone the chance and police will be contacted in
use the fields for exercise during to safely exercise outdoors, the event that any public health
concerns are identified,” he said.

Celebrating OF THE

City of Ryde

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED & DETERMINED

For full details of the development applications received and determined
visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/eServices

Received between 22 and 28 July 2021
LDA2021/0244 55 Ryedale Rd WEST RYDE
MOD2021/0166 3 Tulip St NORTH RYDE
LDA2021/0240 3 Laurel Pl RYDE
LDA2021/0242 181A Ryde Rd GLADESVILLE
LDA2021/0243 78 Coxs Rd NORTH RYDE
LDA2021/0248 12 Delmar Pde GLADESVILLE
LDA2021/0250 25 Chisholm St NORTH RYDE
LDA2021/0251 14 Edmondson St NORTH RYDE
LDA2021/0252 6 Buna St RYDE
2020 online Citizenship ceremonies MOD2021/0164 102 Champion Rd TENNYSON POINT

Council to stage group online In addition, eligible pensioners will MOD2021/0165 364 Pittwater Rd NORTH RYDE
citizenship ceremonies receive a $50 one-off rate supplement MOD2021/0167 47 Buffalo Rd GLADESVILLE
and no interest will be charged on LDA2021/0241 15 Miriam Rd DENISTONE
Hundreds of residents in the overdue rates until the end of the year. LDA2021/0245 17 Acacia St EASTWOOD
City of Ryde will become Australian More than 30 fees for small LDA2021/0246 13 Grove St EASTWOOD
citizens during lockdown after Council businesses and library members will LDA2021/0247 11 Abuklea Rd MARSFIELD
received permission to stage online be also waived and refunds issued to LDA2021/0249 98 Chatham Rd DENISTONE
citizenship ceremonies with multiple customers impacted by the current MOD2021/0161 22 Fonti St EASTWOOD
attendees. restrictions. MOD2021/0162 16 Colvin Cr DENISTONE EAST
MOD2021/0163 96 Winbourne St WEST RYDE
Council will stage three ceremonies Council also endorsed the MOD2021/0168 65 Darvall Rd WEST RYDE
on 6 August, which will enable development of a new promotional Determined between 22 and 28 July 2021
72 residents to become citizens. campaign to promote the City of MOD2021/0141 2 Little Church St RYDE
This will be followed by an additional Ryde’s town centres and support small LDA2021/0051 61A Wharf Rd GLADESVILLE
six ceremonies on 13 August, which businesses once lockdown measures LDA2021/0137 323 Pittwater Rd NORTH RYDE
will mean a further 288 residents will have ended. LDA2021/0190 13 Betty Hendry Pde NORTH RYDE
become citizens. It is part of Council’s ongoing LDA2021/0211 33 Tyrell St GLADESVILLE
As the son of migrants, my parents commitment to provide support MOD2020/0236 318 Morrison Rd PUTNEY
always told me how special a moment to those who need it during this LDA2021/0142 1039 Victoria Rd WEST RYDE
pandemic.
it was on the day they became Get vaccinated
Australian citizens, so I am delighted HAVE YOUR SAY
that we will be able to stage these This extended lockdown in Greater
online ceremonies and see hundreds Sydney once again highlights how OPEN COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS
of local residents receive their important it is for every resident in
Australian citizenship. the City of Ryde to get their COVID-19 The following is currently on public exhibition for feedback:
vaccination. • NSW Government: Draft Macquarie Park Place Strategy (Closing 10 August 2021)
• COVID-19 Financial Hardship Support Resolution (Closing 26 August 2021)
COVID-19 support package You can check where you can receive
endorsed by Council your COVID-19 vaccine via the Federal Want to find out more?
Health Department website
The City of Ryde has endorsed a new (www.health.gov.au) and the Please visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/haveyoursay or call Customer Service on
COVID-19 support package that will NSW Health website 9952 8222.
assist residents, businesses, sporting (www.health.nsw.gov.au). If you have
clubs and community groups that are any concerns, please discuss with LIBRARY NEWS
adversely impacted by the ongoing NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK
Greater Sydney lockdown. your doctor.
The support package includes Join us for the annual celebration of science
Sincerely, and technology! This year it's a chance for
everyone to see science, talk about science
a one-off $400 rate rebate for and do science from the comfort of your own
eligible ratepayers who receive a home, through various online live streams and
Commonwealth COVID-19 Disaster Clr Jerome Laxale virtual programs. For more information visit
Payment, Small and Medium Business Mayor www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/scienceweek
Support Payment or a Federal/State Phone 9952 8222
[email protected]
Grant for Micro Businesses.

/CityofRyde Customer Service Centre: 1 Pope Street, Ryde
www.ryde.nsw.gov.au Locked Bag 2069, North Ryde NSW 1670
P: 9952 8222 E: [email protected]

8 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 4 August, 2021

New key dates for
council elections

The closing date for nominations for the De-
cember 4 local government elections have
been put back to Wednesday, November 3.

The closing date for nominations was to be last Friday
but this has been extended due to the lockdown.

The close of electoral roles is now 6pm on Monday, Oc-
tober 25 when the lodgement of nominations now opens.

Postal votes can be lodged from Tuesday, October 26
before the closure of candidate nominations on Wednes-
day, November 3 when candidates can also start to regis-
ter their election material.

Councils go into Caretaker Mode in November when
there will be no council meetings.

Pre-poll voting opens on Monday, November 22 and on
Friday, November 26 the registration of electoral material
closes at 5pm.

Postal vote applications close at 5pm on Monday, No-
vember 29 and the pre-poll voting closes on Friday, De-
cember 3.

The election day is Saturday, December 4 between 8am
and 6pm.

The return of postal votes is on Friday, December 17 until
6pm and the election results will be declared from Tues-
day, December 21.

☐ Councillor Roy Maggio is pictured at the Blaxland Road Fire

Station which he says should be saved and restored. TWT on-
the-spot PHOTO

Proposed Cox’s Road fire station
angers residents and councillors

Ryde’s councillors have blasted what they say
is a disturbing lack of community community
consultation over a proposed fire station on Coxs
Road in North Ryde.

Some Coxs Road residents ing consulted,’’ Clr Maggio
were recently informed by said.
Public Works NSW the new
fire station is to be built at “There also seems to be
120 Coxs Road and that $8.5 million dollars avail-
council consent is not re- able to build a new fire sta-
quired. tion when I can see a need to
upgrade the current one, not
The letter informs them the get rid of it.’’
new fire station will replace
the existing fire station at The Mayor said he could
216 Blaxland Road which it not see why an upgrade to
claims no longer meets the the Blaxland Road Fire Sta-
needs of a modern fire ser- tion has been ruled out.
vice.
Deputy Mayor Dr Peter Kim
It further says the new sta- said community views are
tion would be better located being ignored.
to serve the industrial and
commercial growth in Mac- “The issue is not just a fire
quarie Park and improve re- station but the big problem
sponse times due to a more of disregarding community
modern station layout and consultation when residents
design. get a notification letter say-
ing they can’t do anything
Residents were given 21 about it because it is lawful.
days from July 9 to respond
and many locals are furious “I agree with you on this
they weren’t notified. one Mr Mayor.’’

“On July 20 a poorly noti- Residents told The Weekly
fied zoom meeting was held Times Coxs Road is a poor
with residents at which it was location due to traffic con-
suggested that the construc- gestion during school arrival
tion has been approved and and leaving hours as well
is due for completion by mid as congestion around Coxs
2022,’’ Mayor Jerome Lax- Road Mall.
ale said during last Tuesday
night’s council meeting. They said a fire station that
aims to serve the industrial
“Nearby residents are un- and commercial area in Mac-
derstandably distressed at quarie Park should be locat-
the lack of consultation ed in Macquarie Park.

regarding the proposal and Councillors unanimously
have asked for Council as- supported the Mayor’s mo-
sistance in having the matter tion to seek an extension on
deferred, pending more com- the community consultation
munity consultation.” period due to the pandem-
ic as well as to seek a new
Councillor Penny Pedersen zoom meeting for people
(ALP) said some directly im- who didn’t know about the
pacted residents received last one.
no notice at all while Clr Roy
Maggio (Ind) said there is no The council also resolved
community support to get to request a list of alternative
rid of the Blaxland Road Fire sites within the City of Ryde
Station. that were considered by the
NSW Government prior to
“There is some concern that this site being selected as
Ryde MP Victor Dominello well as seek the list of rea-
and Lane Cove MP Anthony sons why the site in Coxs
Roberts are not aware of this Road was selected.
and clearly there is a situa-
tion where people aren’t be- The council will also inform
Mr Dominello and Mr Roberts
of the council resolution.









Wednesday 4 August, 2021 THE WEEKLY TIMES 13

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Canada Bay Mayor announces new GM PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE OPTUS MOBILE
The City of Canada Bay has announced the PHONE BASE STATION WITH 5G AT
appointment of John Clark as the Council’s
new General Manager. Rooftop Facility, 1-5 Railway Street, Chatswood NSW 2067
Optus Ref: S0084, www.rfnsa.com.au/2067025
John Clark comes to the Mayor Angelo Tsirekas ☐ City of Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas
City of Canada Bay from said. The proposed facility consists of the addition of new 5G equipment and
Waverley Council where he associated works as follows:
served as the Director of “I am confident he will
Customer Service and Or- build on our strong founda- • Installation of three (3) new 5G panel antennas (0.28m long)
ganisational Improvement. tion, ensuring a bright future • Installation of three (3) new 5G panel antennas (0.59m long)
for the City of Canada Bay.” • Replacement of one (1) existing 4G panel antenna (2.08m long) with one
Mr Clark brings a wealth
of experience and with Mr Clark said he was new 4G panel antenna (2.69m long)
him, having spent over 20 thrilled to be coming on • Provision for three (3) future panel antennas (up to 1.5m long)
years in the Local Govern- board as Council looks for- • New ancillary equipment including remote radio units, cabling and
ment sector at the City of ward to a year ahead which
Ryde, Ku-ring-gai Coun- will see the delivery of a antenna mounts
cil and in his current role number of major projects • Reconfiguration of existing equipment on the facility and within the
at Waverly as well as in including the Redevelop-
NSW Government where ment of Concord Oval and equipment shelter
he served as the Executive the Council’s Community Optus regards the proposed installation as Exempt Development in accordance
Director of Corporate and Strategic Plan. with State Environmental Planning Policy (Infrastructure) 2007 based on the
Operational Services at the description above
Department of Premier and “This Council has very
Cabinet. exciting years ahead and Lightpole-Mounted Facility, Epping Road
I look forward to working near Vimiera Road, Marsfield NSW 2122
“I would like to congratu- with Councillors and staff to Optus Ref: S1085, www.rfnsa.com.au/2122008
late John on his appoint- deliver great outcomes for The proposed facility consists of the addition of new 5G equipment and
ment,” City of Canada Bay the community,” Mr Clark associated works as follows:
said. • Timber Lightpole (adjacent to Epping Road overpass):
• Replacement of one (1) existing 4G panel antenna (1.4m long) with one
Proposed road closures new 4G panel antenna (1.5m long)
• Installation of one (1) new 5G panel antenna (0.81m long)
In pursuance of the provisions of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given that • The lightpole is 11 metres high, and the antennas will be mounted onto
the City of Canada Bay proposes to close the Council public roads listed below: new mounts on top of the pole
• Timber Lightpole (75m northwest of Epping Road overpass):
1. Roberts Road, Cabarita • Replacement of two (2) existing 4G panel antennas (1 x 1.6m long,
2. Day Street Reserve, St Georges Crescent, Drummoyne 1 x 1.4m long) with two new 4G panel antennas (1.5m long)
3. Little Sisters Of The Poor Reserve, Drummoyne • Installation of one (1) new 5G panel antenna (0.81m long)
4. Blaxland Road, Rhodes • The lightpole is 11.5 metres high, and the antennas will be mounted onto
5. Cabarita Road Reserve, Concord new mounts on top of the pole
6. Howley Park Reserve, Victoria Place, Drummoyne • The scope also includes new ancillary equipment including remote radio units,
7. Menzies Reserve, Wolseley Street, Drummoyne cabling and antenna mounts, and reconfiguration of existing equipment on the
facility and within the equipment shelter
Upon closure of the roads, Council intends to retain the land for community Optus regards the proposed installation as a low-impact facility in accordance
purposes. with the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 based
on the description above
Feedback on the proposed closure must be provided to Council by Wednesday, 1. Notification is being undertaken in accordance with Section 7 of Industry Code
1 September 2021. If you require any further information please contact C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment
Council’s Senior Property Officer by emailing [email protected] 2. Members of the public may obtain further information on the proposed
or calling 9911 6555. work, and we invite you to provide written comments about the
proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to
Optus’ representative c/- James McIver, Catalyst ONE Pty Ltd; phone:
02 4022 9533; email: [email protected] and post:
PO Box 1119, Crows Nest NSW 1585 by 19 August 2021.

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Opals clinch victory and secure quarter final berth

☐ Opals stunned

☐ Boomers star Paddy Mills

The Australian Opals produced one of their most famous wins in Olympic history on
Monday night as they advanced to the quarter finals of the Tokyo Olympics.

The Opals, winless after two pool games, need- came with her after the main break as the Opals Matildas still have chance to make history
ed to beat Puerto Rico by 25 points to advance to won the second half 51-25.
the next round and, after trailing at quarter time, The Matildas were defeated 1-0 by Sweden in a tight Tokyo 2020 Olympics semi-
produced one of the great comebacks to win by Australia take on pre-Game favourites USA in final at Nissan Stadium, Yokohama on Monday night.
27 points, 96-69. the quarter finals today
An early goal in the second of Australian players were miss- home with fantastic memories
Australia needed a hero and it was dual Olym- In men’s basketball, the Boomers had a must- half from Fridolina Rolf√∂ was ing through suspension due to of beating Argentina and really
pian Mariana Tolo who stepped up, coming off win clash with Argentina on Tuesday night, as The enough for the Swedes to win an accumulation of yellow cards. pushing Spain the whole way.
the bench to top score with 26 points plus 17 re- Weekly Times was going to press at 10pm AEST. through to their second straight
bounds, 4 assists and a steal in an MVP display. Olympics gold medal match. A draw would be good enough “Did those two games take it
The 32-year-old was one rebound away from a Fingers crossed - hopefully as you flick through to move through to the Quarter out of us? Maybe. (But) in the
double-double at half time and her team mates the pages of this week’s edition, the Boomers Australia will now play the Finals, but it was not to be. past the Olympics has devel-
would have won the right to face either Spain or United States tomorrow (Thurs- oped and created a lot of na-
the United States in the semi-finals. day, August 5) for bronze at To- The one massive positive of tional team players for the Soc-
kyo 2020 - and if they can pull the tournament was the Oly- ceroos, and the reason that I
off a win, it will be the biggest roos’ 2-0 destruction of world took this job on was to do that.
achievement for a Matildas side football power Argentina in the
in Olympic history. first match of the campaign. “I feel that we have come away
from here with much more depth
In men’s football, the Olyroos “It has been a fantastic ex- for the Socceroos and couldn’t
Tokyo Games campaign ended perience and journey,” Olyroos be prouder of the way that our
in Miyagi Stadium last Thursday Head Coach Graham Arnold players have represented the
with a 2-nil loss to a hungrier said. Australian Olympic Team both
Egypt side, although a number on and off the pitch.”
“I am extremely proud of the
players. These boys will go

Kookaburras vying for finals spot

THE Kookaburras go into their sudden death semi-final against four-time Olympic www.rydehockey.com.au
champions Germany battle-hardened and with enormous belief after their epic quar-
ter-final victory over the Netherlands. Congratulations to our local Ryde
Panthers players’ Tom Craig,
The performance of Ryde Hunt- German side who accounted for Times went to press. Congratulations
ers Hill District Hockey star Tim reigning Olympic Champions Ar- The women’s Hockeyroos side Tim Brand, Lachi Sharp and the
Brand has particularly stood out in gentina 3-1. Kookaburra team for making the We in Hunters Hill are extremely
the tournament so far - and it was had its dream of an Olympic med- proud of the efforts of all our
fitting the he converted the final “Our last three matches have al shattered by an unheralded but Olympic Semi Finals. Olympic Team in Tokyo.
penalty in the decisive shootout been quite difficult,” Batch said. tenacious India in the biggest up-
to dispatch The Netherlands. set of the Tokyo 2020 Women’s Your Club and the Ryde Ross Williams
“The quarter final was a tight Hockey Tournament. Community is very proud of you. Mayor of Hunters Hill
Kookaburras Head Coach Colin tussle right the way through, it
Batch believes the encounter does prepare you well for the Undefeated in the preliminary Enjoy the Games and
against the Dutch – and hard- semi-final because you have to matches, and having conceded bring back the GOLD!!!
fought round clashes with New come up with solutions all the just one goal from five outings,
Zealand and Spain – has given his time. the world number two side was
team much-needed match play knocked out of the Games in a
after a limited preparation due to “Everyone wants to win by four 1-0 quarter-finals result.
the Covid-19 pandemic. goals and have an easy game, but
I think the preparation we have The victory was like no other for
To make the gold medal play-off had particularly in the quarter final the world number nine team who
and be a chance of winning just will hold us in good stead for the claimed the biggest scalp of their
Australia’s second Olympic gold semi.” three Olympic campaigns and se-
medal in men’s hockey, the Kook- cured only their fifth win from 42
aburras must beat a confident The Kookaburras clash with international match-ups against
Germany takes place at 8pm the highly-fancied Australians.
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Tigers: Here we come!
VOTE 1: ADAM DOUEIHI Saving the best
By the one eyed Tiger This will be followed by a
Adam Doueihi nominated enterprising young fullback victory over the Northern
For Ken Stephen Medal Our beloved Tigers have Daine Laurie has been side- Qld Milkmaids followed by
saved the best for last lined for the season with a hooking the Gummies and a
and this Sunday they will broken leg from last Friday’s gutsy display with the Pan-
declare it for all to see. outing in Bananaland we ther Pets before finishing
can still expect a spirited off with the Hush Puppies
Coz they will show all win this Sunday. again in what was sched-
the doomsayers how uled to be a home game at
wrong they were this Cameltown.
Sunday when they have
an emphatic win over the The Tigers tactics give
Hush Puppies on their all supporters and fans a
road to a surprize Grand chance of a lifetime to get
Final showdown. set with the Ma-in-Law’s
Funeral Fund on a Tigers
Tigers supercoach Michael Grand Final at never to be
“Madge” Maguire says that repeated odds to win a mot-
while it is a tragedy that sa on Grand Final day.

See ya there.

Tigers star Adam Doueihi has been nominated for the prestigious Ken Stephen
Medal and is a finalist but needs Tigers fans votes to ensure his success.

Fans can support Adam by Adam is a key advocate for ❏ DAVID NOFOALUMA is in brilliant try scoring form and scored another sizzler on Friday with
voting on the Wests Tigers the Tigers Unite Harmony many more to follow in the weeks ahead.
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Fans voting closes this
week on Saturday August 8 He engages in hospital
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own Tigers super hero. videos to promote grass-
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donate to his first junior demic.
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