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SAVE OUR BUSES!
Readers back our campaign
ANGRY PASSENGERS have backed The Weekly Times cam-
paign to restore all local bus services recently axed by the
NSW State Government.

The cuts impact on the popular 507 bus service from Macquarie University
to Circular Quay via Meadowbank and Putney as well as M52 service from
Parramatta through Ryde alongside routes X15, X06, X18 and routes 515,
518 and 520. 

Young & elderly disadvantaged!

The axed buses are being replaced by new TWT SPECIAL REPORT
services announced by Transport Minister
Andrew Constance but passengers who derly residents.
spoke with The Weekly Times this week “They depend on this bus and they also
demand the existing services be saved as
the new services come into operation.  depend on the scrapped bus service to Top
Ryde,” he said.
They include Putney passengers furious
with the loss of the 507 service. “Surely the government can save these
services and add the new services, with 15
Speaking outside a bus stop in Morrison to 30 minute extensions, without any logis-
Road, passenger Brian Harris said the 507 tical problems.’’ 
service was changed without public notice
or consultation and is a blow to many el- Continued on Page 5

PARRAMATTA Commuters have slammed changes to local bus routes 507, 515, 518, 520, M52, X15,
POWERHOUSE X06, and X18 and demanded their reinstatement.
MUSEUM
CONTROVERSY 150 JB’s World LUNAR NEW YEAR
Sesqui-Centenary celebrations this year
SEE PAGES 2 and 3 Celebrations - See Page 8 have been decidedly
subdued from normal
but we can all hope
and pray that next
year with the Year of
the Tiger life will
return to normal and
not just for my belov-
ed footy Tigers. But
for all of us. And
remember Hope
Springeth Eternal!

Continued Page 3

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Hunters Hill Probus Welcome new team at Stryder
Club celebrates
Hope you have survived another week of the das- 45 years today!
tardly Covid-19 restrictions and can look forward to
better and happier days ahead. Hunters Hill Probus Club celebrates its 45th
birthday today Wednesday February 17 with a cel-
Meanwhile life goes on and we can just hope that it ebration meeting at the Hunters Hill Club in Made-
won’t be too long into the future that we will all be line Street Hunters Hill from 12 midday.
able to look back and say it was a thing of the past and
a sad and sorry memory. The Hunters Hill Probus But The Weekly Times We welcome to the Stryder family the new Operations Manager Bryce
Club is the oldest in Austral- will be represented by our Goodhew, Transport Co-ordinator Jeffrey Tyler and Office Manager Ann
In the meantime trust you have a better and more ia being established by the renowned TWT photo jour- Marie O’Donnell, pictured above.
enjoyable week ahead. Hunters Hill Rotary Club in nalist Greg Turner who will
the Gladesville Road com- give a full report next week. They join the staff team headed by Gen- drivers, social assistants and office help-
The Power of Touch! munity hall 45 years ago. eral Manager Virginia Coy, Stav Contel- ers who all form an integral part of the
Hunters Hill Probus Club lis who becomes Business Development team.
By Father Martin R Maunsell Our Editor John F Booth inquiries to committee Manager after serving as Operations Man-
AM was at the first meet- member Carol Pelham 0418 ager with support staff Robyn Musgrave Stryder provides specialised door to
In 1991 I was given a rare opportunity to walk through ing and special occasions 266 031. and May Chang. door transport ranging from transport to
Long Bay Goal as an official visitor. I definitely now do since and has been invited medical appointments, social outings, and
not want to visit this place in any other capacity! to today’s celebration. Stryder drivers are Mike Allum, Yaqub bus hire providing a valuable service to our
Barikzai, Sameer Grover, Stephen Hender- local community.
During the visit I watched how the trained nurse in the However, unfortunately son, Stephen Latham,Malia Lemi, David
infirmary treated each of the prisoners who came to her JB had accepted an invi- Mallyon, Peter Marshall, Ken tammeers, Inquiries to Stryder 9816 5000 or email
for treatment. Each prisoner was warmly greeted and tation to attend today the Ben Sullivan, Naoto Suzuki, Joseph Wid- [email protected] with the office and de-
she deliberately touched their hands and arms even if unveiling of a large bronze jaja and Sam Youakim plus 20 volunteer pot at 6 Victoria Road, Henley next to local
they came in with a migraine headache. sculpture of Banjo Paterson radio 2RRR.FM.
in Yeovil in Central Western
This lady whose name I can’t recall then casually said New South Wales near Or-
to me: “Experience has taught me that the power of ange where Banjo was born
human touch when used with respect is a powerful on February 17 1864.
instrument in healing people.”
Greenwich Community Powerhouse Museum celebrates
When she said those words, I said to myself there Association AGM
is something Christ like about this lady. What her reli- Tonight at 7.30pm
gious background was or if she had one I had no idea
and I wasn’t going to ask anyway. The sense of tactile Greenwich Community Association Annual Gen- survival with major exhibition
compassion that this nurse revealed to me is so much eral Meeting is tonight Wednesday September 17 at
more effective in life than just dispensing medicine or Greenwich Sailing Club at 7.30pm. THE POWERHOUSE MUSEUM is to host its first major exhibition after
listening to a physical condition that someone is giving it was saved by people power - backed by The Weekly Times - last year.
of themself. Essentially it means giving of ourselves the GCA President Merri Southwood reminds members that all
best way we can in responding to a person’s suffering. positions will be declared vacant and nominations called for The exhibition of 16th century Buddhist like Buddha, or god-like,” he said.
all positions. stone statuettes will be the first time The figures will sit in a room with a
Jesus of Nazareth was compassion itself especially they have left South Korea since they
when he related with the marginalized people of his She says the community has a raft of issues coming up and were discovered in the ruins of a Bud- moss-covered brick flooring that con-
time such as people who were suffering from leprosy, hopes for a lot of interest in committee positions. dhist temple in 2001. jures up their original setting; the rest will
we hear in Matthew’s Gospel (Chapter 8 verse 3); “he be embedded in a ‘wall’ of 700 speakers,
stretched out his hand and touched them.” Future of Bob Campbell Oval will be discussed and on the The human-shaped figures are named from which a soundscape of dripping
broader development front it is apparent that developers in ‘arhats’ after the disciples of Buddha water and bells emanates.
NEW TRADING HOURS the St Leonards and Crows Nest area are pushing hard to and are part of the exhibition‘Five Hun-
secure development approvals well in excess of the controls dred Arhats of Changnyeongsa Temple This year’s Powerhouse’s in-house ex-
Due to the impact of COVID-19 designated in the 2036 plan. Site: Reflections of our Hearts’. hibition will celebrate the eucalyptus tree
our new trading hours are: and the museum’s historical connection
“We look to our Council to stand firm against this trend as The figures are carved from granite an- with that species, which dates back to
Monday to Friday 7am – 5pm North Sydney Council is doing” Merri Southwood says. drange from around 30-40cm height with its role in the research and production of
Saturday 7am - 4pm expressions that range from contented eucalyptus oil in the early 20th century.
Sunday 10am – 2pm Inquiries Merri Southwood 0412 361 331. to amused and sad.
TheMuseum used its forced closure
If inconvenient please call or text Ryde Historical The aim of the exhibition is to raise in 2020 to digitise its vast collection of
to 0412 010 353 to utilise our Society AGM awareness of the outstanding art created more than 500,000 objects and contin-
pickup and delivery service. in medieval Korea as well as to bring a ued the community consultation and
Ryde District Historical Society Annual General Meeting was sense of peace of mind and tranquility design process for the new Parramatta
held by zoom last week when President Kim Phillips was re- to visitors. museum.
elected unopposed.
The Museum’s curator of Asian Collec- This new museum is now planned to be
Other office bearers elected were Vice President Tina Bean; tions Min-Jung Kim, says the Buddhist a space for temporary exhibitions and
Secretary Christine Sanderson and Terasurer Jane Imer. sculptors who made them would have will also house residential spaces for re-
drawn on real people around them for searchers and scientists.
General Executive Members are Christine Jones, Peter Rich inspiration.
and Colin Kilduff and Patrons are John F Booth AM and Ju- Construction on Powerhouse Par-
dith Godden. “What really appeals about these ob- ramatta will commence inJune with the
jects is that they’re like one of us and not opening scheduled for 2024.
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Wednesday 17 February, 2021 THE WEEKLY TIMES 3

Parramatta heritage must be saved!

Union Green Ban to protect
historic Willow Grove villa
A GREEN BAN to stop the demolition of the historic Willow Grove
Villa - to make way for Parramatta’s new powerhouse museum - will
remain in force, the CFMEU confirmed on Monday.

Willow Grove has been targeted for demolition TWT SPECIAL REPORT
and relocation under a state government project risk their lives to support the Green Ban.
confirmed on Friday. “Premier Gladys Berejiklian should be under An artist’s impression of the proposed Powerhouse Parramatta.
“Parramatta people deserve a museum that celebrates their heritage rather than
The Secretary of the CFMEU’s  Construc- no illusion that if a finger is laid on any of these destroy an irreplaceable building to make way for the museum gift shop”
tion  Branch Darren Greenfield told  The Weekly buildings, the community of Parramatta and
Times the green ban has been imposed in soli- heritage lovers from all over New South Wales, – Darren Greenfield
darity with the community campaign to save this will put themselves in front of machinery to save
Victorian era treasure. them,” she said. ‘Secret’ Planning
Panel Update
“The CFMEU’s green ban on the destruction of Cheryl Bates from the National Trust Par-
Willow Grove stands,” he said. ramatta Branch said heritage impact statements The Weekly Times Special Team of Investigative
identified the properties at “highly significant” to Reporters (TWT STIR Team) reported that a ‘se-
“The green bans means no work can be done the Parramatta area but the Premier told Parlia- cret’ Planning Panel session was held to approve
to destroy these historically significant sites and ment that an attempt to save the buildings was the Ryde Central development.
we will be standing in defence of this building for unsuccessful. 
whatever it takes into the future” he said.   Although a notice was “published” in an obscure
‘’We asked every single person who bid for the part of the internet, it didn’t seem to provide the re-
He blasted the proposal to dismantle, move project to put forward a proposal that protected quired notice for anyone in the community to become
and rebuild Willow Grove as a death sentence that heritage house and unfortunately, that was aware of the planning panel meeting.
for the historic building. not able to occur,” she said.
Consequently, there were no community registra-
“Willow Grove is over 150 years old, made of In weekend developments, City of Parramatta tions to speak at the meeting which took place in a
150-year-old bricks and 150-year-old timbers,” Lord Mayor Bob Dwyer welcomed Friday’s deci- conference call. And there appeared to also be no
he said. sion by the Berejiklian Government to approve community members listening in on the conference
the Powerhouse Parramatta Museum project call.
“The dismantling of the building will inevitably but stressed The City of Parramatta advocates
result in the destruction of much, if not all, of the for the retention of Willow Grove. Veteran community campaigner Phil Peake only
original materials. learnt of the panel session after calling Ryde Council
“Powerhouse Parramatta will be a game- to find out more.
“What will be rebuilt in a completely different changer for our City,” Lord Mayor Dwyer said.  
location will not be Willow Grove, it will be a But Ryde Council appears to have only selectively
copy and a poor copy at that.” “I’m pleased to hear that Powerhouse Par- advised its councillors - on party lines - about the
ramatta is one step closer to becoming a reality, meeting.
Mr Greenfield will give evidence before a par- giving the people of Western Sydney a world-
liamentary enquiry into the issue this week and class museum on their own doorstep,” Lord In fairness, it was not Ryde Council’s responsibility
stressed that union and community members Mayor Dwyer said. to publicise the panel session, although it could have
are monitoring the site to enforce the ban. in the spirit of genuine community engagement.
  “As the centre of global Sydney, Parramatta
“There is no sensible reason why Willow Grove has long awaited an iconic cultural institu- Responsibility for notifying the community rested
cannot also be preserved in its current location tion that will educate and inspire the people of with the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and
and incorporated into the new Powerhouse Mu- Western Sydney and beyond for generations to Environment (DPIE).
seum, which would add to the museum’s cultur- come.
al significance and connection to the local area.  The Weekly Times asked the DPIE on February 3
 “Not only will it create more than 4,000 jobs, when exactly it published its notice and what it would
“The people of Parramatta deserve a museum but it will attract up to two million visitors a year do to avoid such a spectacular failure in the future.
that celebrates their heritage, rather than de- and inject millions of dollars into the economy.
stroy an irreplaceable historic building to make We hope to bring you its responses next week.
way for the museum gift shop.   “This new museum will make a significant RYDE DEPUTY MAYOR, PETER KIM, SAYS RYDE
contribution to our City and its culture, now and HUB SHOULD BE DELAYED - SEE LETTERS PAGE 4
“We hope the Government listens to the peo- into the future.”
ple of this community, which are many, who are ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE
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the Cenotaph Boronia Park *** Ian Maxted of Bee-
at 10.30am. RYDE ROTARY HUB croft and hubby of JB’s ***
funny: Why do cows wear niece Gorgeous Georgina Also Feb 23 is Edith
A remembrance plaque bells? Because their horns Gilkes Maxted celebrates Haigh, Kerry Bowden,
will be dedicated in honour don’t work. Saturday with family of Nola Barkl, Amanda
of Epping’s Sergeant Alan Michael, Rebecca and Vass, Alex Sawyer,
William Ahearn who was *** Hayley and mother Eva Anthony Dominello,
killed in action in South Vi- DE’ANN HESPE heads Maxted of North Ryde Robert Cameron of Ep-
etnam May 14, 1970. This Week’s Birthday Hon- who has been hospitalised ping’s Cameron Legal and
ours List celebrating to- in recent times. De’ann Hespe’s grand-
Alan was an Epping morrow more quietly than daughter Bianca Perre
High School student cas usual because the Covd-19 Margaret Cooper better turning nineteen and Fed-
was his brother Ian who restrictions. De’ann has half of Peter Cooper also eral MP for Bennelong
will officiate at the service. been chairman of the fa- celebrates Saturday as does John Alexander’s sister
mous Granny Smith Fes- Harold Hill Jr formerly of Sue celebrating. And Feb-
Inquiries 8 RAR As- tival in Eastwood since East Ryde turning 71. ruary 23 was also birthday
sociation secretary Ron inception over 30 years ago of JB’s twin brother Dr Pe-
O’Connor of Carlingford when she was president Former Ryde Councillor ter Arthur Booth.
0413 008 025. of Eastwood Chamber of Jeff Salvestro-Martin fac-
Commerce. es 58 candles on his birth- ***
*** Lizzie Graham daughter day cake on Sunday same JB Godson Nathan
CARISBROOK historic of former Ryde Mayor Pe- day as Catherine Brewer. Stanley Wilberforce
house at Lane Cove is open ter Graham OAM and the Fyffe elder son of JB cous-
this weekend Saturday and late Bessie Graham faces Scouts and Guides in and Goddaughter Adele
Sunday February 20 and 21 38 candles on her birth- around the world will Patricia Buckland Fyffe
from 10am to 4pm at 334 day cake tomorrow same celebrate the birthdays and Peter Fyffe celebrates
Burns Bay Road. day as Trevor Maxted of of Scouting and Guid- next Wednesday February
You can take an audio- North Ryde. ing founder Lord Robert 24. Happy daze all.
visual tour and or enjoy Baden-Powell and his BUMPER STICKER:
Devonshire Tea of cof- *** wife Olave Lady Baden- Cannibals never eat
fee and cake relaxing in Phil Haldeman the for- Powell on the same day clowns because they
the courtyard or strolling mer mayor of Woolwich February 22 but 30 years
though the beautiful gar- celebrates today same day younger. taste funny.
dens. as Johannes Eichmeyer ***
Use your imagination to celebrates in Vienna with Also celebrating on -Keep Smiling!
be transported back to the his child bride Jana and Monday February 22 are JOHN F BOOTH AM
Victorian era when life sisters and mother Ulrike Lorraine Cox of former
was different and arguably locked in Austria since last Ryde Furniture Freighters,
March from Sydney and Stephen B-P Gillies, and
Daria Gioconda Gorlato.

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Letters to the Editor Hunters Hill Guest Column

Bravo Peter, what Ryde Hub should LETTERS Celebrating The Weekly
a gentleman! be delayed - Kim Times Centenary Year
Welcome
Dear Sir, Dear Sir, We live in a region Gladesville, The Week- To The POINT
I’d like to send a bouquet for The Weekly Times Voice of TWT welcomes letters from our of Sydney that is ly Times has served with
Democracy in Ryde, It beggars readers. Full name, address and special not just be- four generations of lo-
chivalry to Peter Comensoli of belief that we are spending telephone number MUST be supplied, cause of the beauty cal readers and kept TRENT ZIMMERMAN MP
Lane Cove, who was featured $137.5 million to knock down a even if not for publication. Send to: of the area but also them in touch with their
in your paper last year, with an perfectly usable administration TWT PO Box 123, Ryde 1680 or email: because of the local communities. through its regular col- dred years is migration.
award for veterans. building when we could refur- contactus@weekly times.com.au strength of com- umns. The Weekly Times
bish it for $16.2 million and save munity spirit that It has fought for - and Through the clas- is now very much a
He is a perfect gentleman, of the Council from paying $2.5 Planning Panel meeting. exists among resi- won - so many bat- sified pages I know multicultural newspa-
the old school. million a year in the lease for the So far, I believe the commu- dents.  tles for our community who offers what trade per that embraces all
North Ryde office. which we perhaps take or service and I even cultures while uphold-
Last week he helped me off Ryde Council has been los- nity’s views have been grossly I see this in my work for granted.  know which local cats ing and preserving the
the bus along Burns Bay road ing $1 million per month dur- misrepresented. through my interaction are seeking adoption! legacy past onto us by
to the Lane Cove Plaza. ing 2020 and the number of with the hundreds of It has consistently Every year this previous generations
residents seeking relief for fi- The so-called community community organisa- been at the forefront of award-winning publi- of readers. 
I was delighted by his kind- nancial hardship and deferral engagement campaign un- tions and thousands of local community issues cation gets better, but The Weekly Times
ness and welcome support (I of their rates has doubled. dertaken in early 2019 failed volunteers who work and those things that some things haven’t has a proud herit-
need a walking stick); when I Ryde Central Redevelop- to seek the community’s to support others – be matter to residents. changed since 1921 age and its success
thanked Peter, he said “That’s ment is one project that Ryde views in some crucial areas, it in schools, the local - none more so than is founded on the role
how I was brought up”!   does not need right now. including whether they would environment, sporting Publishing without the one-eyed support of its staff – from the
It is not a good time to add prefer a much less expensive clubs or to help those fear or favour, it has for the Balmain Tigers advertising section, to
Such modesty and decency another circa $70 million in refurbishment to be under- in need. also fought for individ- and all our local sports the journalists and of
is all too rare. loans to council’s liabilities taken. uals in our community teams and competi- course the legendary
and certainly not for the pur- The glue of a strong and has given a voice tors. Managing Editor John
And what an example this pose of Mayoral political am- The community was not told community is so often to thousands of lo- I highly commend F Booth who has been
nonagenarian sets for the bition and to provide 6-star about the true cost of Ryde played by our local cal people who would TWT’s support for so integral to TWT that
younger generation!    accommodation for staff. Central Redevelopment. newspapers.  have no voice without small business and our its impossible to think
It’s a mistake. It needs to it. clubs. of the paper without
HELEN JORDAN  be reversed as it is financial They were led to believe that They bring us togeth- *** his hand being in-
Lane Cove mismanagement of historical the Ryde Civic Centre and er, keep us informed The work done by SMALL BUSINESS is volved (although, de-
proportion. Hall was “unsuitable for occu- about local issues and The Weekly Times the lifeblood of a com- spite popular rumours,
In Support of I also have grave concerns pation” and “near the end of events and showcase to support our local munity. he didn’t start with the
Margaret Court about anomalies in the pro- its lifespan” - both of which is those making a contri- charities, churches, So too is volunteer- paper in 1921!).
cess - in particular, it does not misleading as it can be refur- bution to our area.  schools, medical ser- ing and this newspaper It is a time-honoured
Dear sir, appear adequate notice was bished to the meet the current vices, the police and has assisted almost part of the very fabric
On the subject of free speech provided to allow members of BCA standard. Few are as enduring other emergency ser- every local resident of our community.
the community the opportu- or as important as The vices has been vital to who gives their time to Thank you for so
re Margaret Court AC. nity to express their views at And Ryde Council has never Weekly Times. their success.
I’m disgusted and dismayed Wednesday’s Sydney North genuinely engaged ratepay-
ers on the pros and cons of This year TWT marks The support The
at an interview with Daniel An- Total collapse in the refurbishment plan or its centenary – a mile- Weekly Times pro-
drews in which he scathingly wind and solar released it publicly to allow stone that very few vides to our Returned
ran down our Margaret and her ratepayers to form their own local papers have and Services men
views. Dear Sir, views on it. reached – particularly and women has been
Total collapse in wind and solar in this day and age of a outstanding, and this
He was the kingpin behind Dr PETER KIM rapidly changing media newspaper has always
hundreds of Covid 19 deaths output has left freezing conditions West Ryde landscape.  featured Anzac Day
in Victoria, how could he bag in Germany and cold comfort for and Remembrance Day
someone. German citizens. chased for neither love nor While many local pa- tributes.
money. pers have faltered, TWT
All the relatives of the victims Greenstuff can’t be pur- goes from strength to Like you, I am an avid
would like to run him down but Something for us Oz taxpay- strength.  TWT reader and I get
they refrain, how strong.  ers to look forward to as sub- a well-informed insight
sidised “unreliables” expand *** into community views
PAUL STEPHENSON at the expense of reliable fos- FOUNDED IN 1921 in through it, especially
Putney sil fuels.

JIM SIMPSON serve the community; many wonderful
Five Dock notably our Scouts, the memories and great
Red Cross and Rotary. achievements.
Perhaps the most May TWT continue
profound change serving our community
we’ve seen in one hun- for another 100 years.

TRENT ZIMMERMAN is the Federal
Member for North Sydney

HUNTERS HILL HAPPENINGS
with Mayor ROSS WILLIAMS

Hunters Hill Connect
Our community has once again demonstrated its
willingness to come together to achieve great out-
comes in spaces that bring us together.

Over the past year we friends and family, or know
have all witnessed the im- someone who may benefit
portant role that technol- from using the app and want
ogy can play in providing a to give it a try yourself, we
simple, effective means of would love you to get in-
keeping in touch. volved.

And well before the COVID To find out more go to our
pandemic, the ties that make website or email people@
Hunters Hill such a close- huntershill.nsw.gov.au.
knit community have been a
source of pride among many Council meetings
in this local area.
Ordinary meetings of
So as a community we are Council have resumed after
proud to be piloting a new the summer holiday period.
way for people who may be
socially isolated to stay con- Our council has now
nected with their support moved to monthly meetings.
circle and get assistance
when they need it. You can join us on the third
Monday of each month.
The Hunters Hill Connect
App, downloaded to a smart Our meetings are streamed
phone or tablet, connects live on our YouTube channel.
people with others in their
nominated network, such as Meeting agendas and
family, friends, volunteers, minutes are available on our
support people, and social website.
and community service pro-
viders. We also welcome public
participation, through ap-
The app can also keep us- plications to address the
ers up-to-date with activities Council on matters relevant
and events in the local com- to our community.
munity.
For more information go
Council is working in col- to: huntershill.nsw.gov.au/
laboration with community council-meetings.
organisations and service
providers including Syd-
ney Community Services,
SGCH, the Anglican Par-
ish of Hunters Hill and
CheckedIn Care, to trial the
technology.

We are now inviting people
to take part in a trial of the
app.

Whether you are socially
isolated yourself, live in
aged care and would like a
tool to keep in touch with

Wednesday 17 February, 2021 THE WEEKLY TIMES 5

SAVE OUR BUSES!

FROM PAGE 1 quired to get off one bus and board another. “Labor believes in a strong public transport sys- and the Domain as well as changes to route 515
“Commuters from Parramatta, Ryde, Denistone, tem that works for commuters and Andrew Con- between Eastwood and Top Ryde and changes to
Morrison Road passenger Ida Ozoux-Blessing stance should be encouraging public transport route 518 to operate between Macquarie Univer-
said she was stunned when her 507 route driver Eastwood, Gladesville, West Ryde and East Ryde use, not cutting services,’’ she said. sity and Top Ryde.”
threw his passengers off the bus at the Queen are now being forced to catch two bus services
Victoria Building. instead of one,” MsMcKay said. Mayor Laxale encouraged local residents to He compared the campaign to save the buses
have their say on the axed routes. with The Weekly Times successful campaign to
“The 507 would take us to Circular Quay in half “Those who depended on the 518 and 515 ser- save ferry services between Parramatta and Cir-
an hour but now we have to get off, walk and wait vices to get to the city and travel around Ryde and “This includes the withdrawal of route M52 be- cular Quay.
for a connecting light rail (tram) to take us the rest Gladesville will also have to change.” tween Parramatta and Circular Quay, a withdraw-
of the way to Circular Quay,” she said. al of route 520 between Parramatta and Circular “Because of community pressure supported by
City of Ryde Clr Bernard Purcell said he’d heard Quay and a withdrawal of route X15 between The Weekly Times the ferry operator (Transdev) to
“We went to pick up the little ones in Manly last several ‘horrendous’ reports of elderly passengers Eastwood and Town Hall. its credit, came out and listened to the community
week and the whole trip took us two hours to get being stranded or required to change buses. and scrapped the proposed cutback,” he said.
there and another two hours to get back.” “They should also have a say on the withdrawal
“Some bus drivers don’t even know what ser- of route X18 between Denistone East and Town
Dalton Gardens residents spoke with The Week- vices are running and they’re sending passengers Hall, a withdrawal of route X06 between East Ryde
ly Times last week and agreed. to the wrong place,” he said.
☐ Mayor Jerome Laxale is pictured near a bus stop on Morrison Road, Putney with
“It is a long way for elderly people to walk to The “If their own drivers don’t even know what’s go-
Rocks for a day out, these bus changes haven’t ing on, how are their passengers going to make Clr Penny Pedersen, Andre Ozoux, Ida Ozoux-Blessing, Clr Bernard Purcell, Lucille
been thought through.” sense of it.” Jones and Brian Harris. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO

Transport Minister Andrew Constance said the Some West Ryde and Meadowbank passengers
changes respond to ‘public demand’ in Parramat- said the new changes should have been adver-
ta, Macquarie Park, Ryde and Eastwood. tised.

But he conceded that a need to ‘reduce duplica- ‘’You wonder if the government wanted to keep
tion’ will see some existing bus services replaced them a secret,’’ Mayor Laxale said.
by new services or by extra services on other
routes with some current routes shortened while His colleague Clr Penny Pedersen agreed.
retaining their existing route numbers. She said the community should have been con-
sulted and she has gathered a petition of a thou-
“There will be some changes to existing local sand signatures demanding the bus routes be
and city services to support the new frequent saved.
routes and to allow for better connections to other “The worst thing is that some people in The City
modes of transport, such as ferries,’’ he said. of Ryde can’t even get to state government ser-
vices, like Service NSW in Macquarie Park, which
“This will include a new, limited stops turn up is only in Macquarie Park because the branch in
and go for the people of West Ryde right into the Ryde was closed by this government.”
heart of the city at Hyde Park on the 500X route.” Labor’s spokesperson for Ryde, Rose Jackson
rubbished Mr Constance’s comment the new
But passengers who spoke to The Weekly Times timetable responds to popular demand.
aren’t buying this option. “No one in the community asked for this and no
one in the Government could be bothered to listen
Putney’s Lucille Jones said she’s been ‘left to the community,” she said.
stranded’ by the changes. In Parramatta, workers have been left stranded
by cuts to the M52 service to the City of Ryde and
‘’I wanted to go to the Macquarie Centre and told TWT an alternative option is to catch a ferry to
a bus came along with no destination on it and Meadowbank or Kissing Point - an extra hour on
the bus driver said that if I want to go the Mac- the peak hour trip to and from work.
quarie Centre I’ll have to walk at least 40 minutes Jodi McKay supports Mr Harris’ proposal to
to Meadowbank and catch a bus from there.” keep the existing services as well as introduce
additional ones.
State Opposition Leader Jodi McKay backs
the campaign to save our buses and spoke out
against the delays experienced by passengers re-

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City of Ryde celebrates Sesqui Centenary 150 years

PICTURED TOP: Ryde Councillors and official guests at last Wednesday’s City of Ryde Sesqui Centenary celebrations in Ryde Park are l to r, former Ryde Alderman 1959-1966
John F Booth AM, former Ryde Councillor and current Sydney City Councillor Craig Chung, former Councillor Denise Pendleton, former General Manager Roy Newsome, Clr
Trenton Brown, Clr Chris Moujalli, Dyalan Govender Manager Urban Strategy, Clr Penny Pedersen, Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM, Clr Christopher Gordon, former mayor Edna Wilde
OAM cutting the celebration cake, Mayor Jerome Laxale, Clr Bernard Purcell, Clr Jordan Lane, former mayor Artin Etmekdjian, Angela Jones-Blayney, former mayor Peter
Graham OAM, former mayor Vic Tagg and former mayor Terry Perram. TWT on-the-spot PHOTOS.

Ryde City Coun-
cil last Wednesday
celebrated its Ses-
qui Centenary at
the band stand Ro-
tunda in Ryde Park
with a Covid-19
restricted crowd of
Councillors, sen-
ior staff, former
mayors and Alder-
men and Council-
lors. Mayor Jerome
Laxale opened
proceedings and
introduced three
members of the
indigenous com-
munity who pre-
sented a welcome
to country smoking
ceremony followed
by a cake cutting
with former mayor
Edna Wilde OAM
and a plaque un-
veiling on the Ro-
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For full details of the development applications received PICTURED BELOW: Current Councillors with Mayor Jerome Laxale who invited Ryde’s first and
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celebration cake on Wednesday in Ryde Park. Pictured with Councillors Trenton Brown, Penny
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Celebrating OF THE

City of Ryde

ROAD SAFETY EVENT

THURS SAFER DRIVING FOR SENIORS

04 As ageing affects our mobility, eyesight, hearing and reaction
times, we may need to adjust the way we approach things we
MAR have always taken for granted—including driving. This free,
three-hour workshops will explain:
City of Ryde Mayor, Clr Jerome Laxale and Mrs Edna Wilde OAM unveiling a plaque • How to be a low risk driver
that commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Ryde Local Government Area. • The latest changes to road rules
• What to expect from the Aged Driving Test;
Celebrating our Sesquicentenary Get into the festive spirit! After dining • New vehicle technologies and how to use them.
Last week on Wednesday 10 February at a local restaurant or attending Refreshments provided. Bookings are essential as numbers are
we celebrated the Sesquicentenary the Eastwood Night Markets, which limited. This is a COVID Safe event. Social distancing measures
(150 years) of the City of Ryde with a takes place every Saturday night from will be implemented. Attendees will need to sign in via NSW
special morning tea at Ryde Park. This 4.00pm to 10.00pm, why not view Health upon entry.
day marked the 150th anniversary of the display of 800 lanterns at the When: Thursday 4 March
the first Council election that followed Eastwood Plaza. Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm
our Municipality’s proclamation on To promote the study and appreciation Where: Marsfield Community Centre
12 November 1870. of classical Chinese Poetry, Ryde For more information or to book, call 9952 8222 or visit
Edna Wilde OAM, our first female Library and Chinese Sydney Poetry www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/seniordrivers
Mayor and longest serving Councillor, Association are hosting a workshop
joined me in unveiling a plaque that presented in Mandarin, that includes HAVE YOUR SAY
commemorates the 150th anniversary Tang poetry appreciation and Lunar
of the Ryde Local Government Area. New Year's poems readings. OPEN COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS
We acknowledged our 150-year For more information visit
history through a photo display of www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/lunarnewyear You are invited to have your say about documents, projects and proposals
Ryde’s ‘People, Places and Progress’ Love Eastwood that are currently on public exhibition, or provide feedback on services and
and a traditional Aboriginal dancing Our Love Eastwood Gift Card Campaign concerns that affect the community.
ceremony performed by Garrigal was rolled out just in time for the Lunar • 1/2P Parking – Outside 79 Falconer Street, West Ryde (Closing 21 February 2021)
Culture. New Year period last Friday. • NSW Government: NSW Water Quality Objectives Survey
Former Mayors, past Councillors As part of the campaign, you have
and General Managers, current the chance to enter a competition (Closing 26 February 2021)
serving Councillors and Council staff, and win one of 400, $100 gift cards • Pittwater Road Shared User Path – Between Victoria Road and High Street
prominent members of the community to spend at participating businesses
and the Ryde District Historical society on the western and eastern side of (Closing 28 February 2021)
joined us for this celebratory event. Eastwood town centre. More than 100 • Proposed Trial of Mobile Parklet – Charles Street, Putney
While we celebrate 150 years as businesses have registered in the
a Council, it is important that we program which means that the lucky (Closing 3 March 2021)
acknowledge the contribution of the winners will have a large variety of • Draft Economic Development Strategy 2020 – 2024 (closing 7 March 2021)
Wallumedegal people, remember their local stores to spend their gift cards at • Draft Generic Plan of Management - Natural Areas Public Exhibition
tragic story, and always recognise that and support businesses in Eastwood.
the land we stand on today always was To go into the running to win a $100 (Closing 21 March 2021)
and always will be Aboriginal land. gift card, all we ask you to do is visit • Dog Off Leash Trial (Closing 11 April 2021)
For more information about our the City of Ryde website during the • Devlin Street Pedestrian Bridges
Sesquicentenary, visit Lunar New Year period (12 February • Graffiti Vandalism in the City of Ryde
www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/150years - 26 February 2021) and simply • Immunisation Clinic Customer Experience Survey
Lunar New Year – The Year of the Ox complete an online form. Please note • Traffic & Parking Around Schools
Our Lunar New Year celebrations only one gift card will be available per Want to find out more?
commenced last Friday, with a range household. The $100 gift cards will To find out more about one of the above projects or for information on how
of events and specials planned for be valid for one year, between March to provide feedback, please visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/haveyoursay or call
the Lunar New Year period from 12 2021 and March 2022. Customer Service on 9952 8222.
February – 26 February 2021. There have been plenty of entries so
We will hold an outdoor cinema far, so make sure you enter at LUNAR NEW YEAR EVENT
at Eastwood Oval on Saturday 20 www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/LoveEastwood
February 2021 and screen the family- 20SAT LUNAR NEW YEAR OUTDOOR CINEMA
friendly animation, Ferdinand. Tickets Sincerely,
cost $5 per person (plus booking fee) To celebrate the Year of the Ox we will be screening
and includes free popcorn. Clr Jerome Laxale Ferdinand.
Treat yourself and the family with Mayor FEB Where: Eastwood Oval
Lunar New Year specials offered by Phone 9952 8222 Time: Movie starts at sundown approx. 8.00pm
businesses in Eastwood Town Centre. [email protected] Cost: $5pp (plus booking fee) and includes
Visit the website to see the interactive a free box of popcorn.
map to find out which businesses are BYO rug or low chair.
participating and what they're offering.
The movie will be subtitled for the hearing impaired.

Tickets must be pre-purchased. No tickets available at the gate.
Tickets are available online at www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Ferdinand

/CityofRyde Customer Service Centre: 1 Pope Street, Ryde
www.ryde.nsw.gov.au Locked Bag 2069, North Ryde NSW 1670
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Council to consider meeting room on Boronia Park Oval
A proposed community meeting room on the Boronia Park sports field - to be
partly funded by ratepayers - will be considered by Hunters Hill Council.

If approved, the meeting room “It is terribly important we don’t and it must honour its written as-
will be located between ovals make any decisions that might surance that all funds must come
within a new sports facility funded box us into compromising the from the rugby club.”
by Hunters Hill Rugby Club to be overall design of this building just
used by players, cricketers and because we have concerns about Councillor Zac Miles took aim at
school groups. the size of this, which is not out Mr Sharp’s opposition to council
of keeping with the other commu- funding.
Hunters Hill Trust President nity facilities we have.
Alister Sharp spoke against the “We are developing a business
meeting room concept during “We don’t have a community fa- case and only for the potential
Monday night’s council meeting cility in the Boronia Park area and maintenance costs,” he said.
and stressed that it goes beyond we need a facility that will take us
an initial, approved concept to into the future.” “No other council would con-
provide the rugby club with a tribute nothing to an asset they
smaller (changing room sized) Mr Sharp also objected to the would end up owning.”
facility. council contributing to the es-
timated one and a half million He said that during his term on
‘’This project is now seriously dollars the rugby club has so far council, it had only funded a toilet
out of control,” he said at the raised to get the project off the block at Riverglade Reserve.
council meeting. ground.
Hunters Hill Rugby Club
“We object to this project go- “Council has no obligation to spokesman Peter McFarlane
ing ahead and we think the whole fund a project it ensured us it will said the proposed meeting room
scale is unjustified.” not fund,” he said. would be used to hold the club’s
AGMs and committee meetings.
Councillor Justine McLaughlin “Council has now reversed a
said a meeting room would be a position made on Council letter- “The ashes of past members
community asset. head less than two months ago have been spread on this sa-
cred Boronia Park turf, this place
means that much to us.”

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☐ Austcorp employees in Macquarie Park leap at the opportunity

to set a new world record for jumping.

Corporate soccer players leap to new world record

A CANCELLED corporate soccer competition in Macquarie Park has inspired cy in the local community,” United Way Money raised from the Jumping for Lit-
players to set a new Guiness Book Of Records record for jumping. Australia CEO Clayton Noble told The eracy jump has gone to Dolly Parton’s
Weekly Times. Imagination Library which will provide
The local United Way Australia soccer quarie Park firms that include Optus, English language books to more than
competition was postponed this year Johnson & Johnson and Macquarie Tel- “The soccer competition was pretty 700 preschool age children across the
due to the pandemic but dozens of play- ecom and raised more than $55,000 to serious stuff so these corporations and City of Ryde.
ers took the opportunity to challenge support the Jumping for Literacy project more than 800 employees took the same
and beat the world jumping record by in the City of Ryde. competitive spirit into the online jump “The aim is to help these children be
uploading 660 verified corporate jumps with the philosophy to get involved in better prepared for school and the
within an hour from noon to 1pm on No- “The initiative is part of the Macquarie the workplace and break the world re- books are on their way to the children
vember 19 as well as uploading more Business Park Community Partnership cord. right now.”
than 500 photographs of themselves. which brings together companies, in-
cluding some fierce soccer rivals from “Optus choreographed the event and To find out more about Jumping for Lit-
The sponsored event was led by Mac- Macquarie Park, to support early litera- we had people from the United States to eracy visit the website: unitedway.com.
Paris logging on to watch it.” au

Mayor reveals why saving a reserve
is part of his enviromental commitment
The City of Canada Bay recently saved the Sibbick Street Reserve in Russell Lea. Q: The Parramatta River Catchment Au- Q: Are you personally committed to the
thority places great importance on protect- environment?
In an exclusive interview with The Weekly people are walking and finding out more and ing the flora and fauna of the river. How
Times, City of Canada Bay Mayor Angelo more about the local environment, so with important is this protection to the City of Mayor Tsirekas: I’m committed to our
Tsirekas reveals why saving this historic re- more community awareness we have more Canada Bay? parks. I’m committed to our natural envi-
serve is part of his council’s wider commit- support for what we’re doing to maintain our ronment. I’m committed to protecting our
ment to the environment. green spaces. Mayor Tsirekas: Our native flora and fauna green spaces and our native animals. I’m
is very important to us and we want a healthy committed to doing what I can to ensure
Q: The City of Canada Bay recently saved Q: What would have been the fate of the river. Canopy protection is very important for the City of Canada Bay is a beautiful place
the Sibbick Street Reserve in Russell Lea, Reserve if you hadn’t saved it? Sydney and we spend a lot of money bring- to live and work.
what did it take to do this? ing our flora and fauna back to life.
Mayor Tsirekas: The government could
Mayor Tsirekas: I am over the moon that have put it up for sale on the open market. ☐ City of Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas says saving the Sibbick Street Reserve
we have been able to lock in the future of
Sibbick Street Reserve for our community Q: Is this part of a much larger commitment in Canada Bay is part of a much wider commitment to protecting green space for
and for future generations.This is a huge win to parks and reserves? local families to enjoy. TWT on-the-spot PHOTO
for local residents who have campaigned
on this issue for many months. We had Mayor Tsirekas: Yes it is and in the last
been leasing the Reserve from the Federal ten years we have upgraded all our parks
Government but we’ve now purchased it and playgrounds to make sure they are up
from the Federal Government for around to the highest standard. If you visit Wangal
$245,000 and we recently built a wonderful Reserve in Mortlake you will see our latest
children’s playground there. community asset. We also hope to open our
river baths on the foreshore at Cabarita next
Q: What heritage value does the Reserve year.
have?
Q: Are the river baths part of a wider com-
Mayor Tsirekas: In 1918 the Reserve was mitment to opening up the Parramatta River
bought by the Commonwealth and was used foreshore?
to help soldiers suffering from nervous inju-
ries, so it has a connection with World War Mayor Tsirekas: We have 35 kilometres
One, with Concord Hospital and with Dame of foreshore along the Parramatta River. It is
Eadith Walker and the Thomas Walker Hos- part of our strategy to open up our foreshore
pital, which were also used to treat soldiers to the people of Sydney. This was part of
from the First World War. The Manor House Tom Uren’s vision and it continues to be our
at the Reserve was demolished in 1978 and vision.
we’ve leased the site since then.
Q: The City of Ryde’s riverwalk was op-
Q: Is saving this Reserve a win for people posed by some foreshore residents who
power? feared the loss of their private waterway ac-
cess, what is the City of Canada’s Bay’s ap-
Mayor Tsirekas: Absolutely. There was proach?
a strong community campaign to save the
Reserve and I pay tribute to Tony La Rossa Mayor Tsirekas: We negotiate. We recent-
and all the local residents who took part in ly and successfully negotiated with a nursing
the campaign. During Covid more and more home to open up part of the foreshore and
now we have a wonderful new part of the
foreshore walk.

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Along with all the 4/28 Herbert Street West Ryde is a spacious, two bedroom, two
bad that comes bathroom, two car space apartment on the rental market at
with COVID, East- $495pw through Eastwood Real Estate
wood Real Estate’s
Robust Sydney medical investment hits the market Frank Bonner says property’s value in home inspections for $4.4million dol-
it has also brought the current market. continue to attract lars in March 2020.
A long-established Sydney dental practice is being deemed a “hot property” as it some great rental healthy numbers,
lists for sale ahead of Burgess Rawson’s Flagship Portfolio Auction this month. deals to the area. The family home, with high clearance For more informa-
for most Australians, rates and sale prices tion on rentals, sell-
Potential buyers have not son’s Associate Director, Rhys the properties unique inclusion “The market has is their biggest asset achieved. ing your property or
been able to resist the prop- Parker, the property has attract- of an additional three-bedroom dropped in rent lev- and investment. buying in the area,
erty’s 641 Blaxand Road corner ed attention from buyers with fi- apartment with independent els due to the ab- Frank holds the re- call Frank on 9804
location within the immensely nancial reliability at the forefront access under the same dental sence of foreign But there are many cord price achieved 7222 or 0414221887
popular suburb of Eastwood. of their priorities. lease. students and no reasons and circum- in Eastwood for a or email sales@
immigrants in the stances in life where single-level, residen- eastwoodrealestate.
The robust property has been “Medical properties such as The property will go under the numbers that were you may need to sell tial home which sold com.au
given significant investment by this one are extremely popular,” hammer at the Burgess Rawson coming in previous your property,
the dental surgery tenant with Mr Parker said. Flagship Portfolio Auction from years,” Frank told
a high-quality fit out, comple- 11am on Tuesday 23rd of Feb- The Weekly Times. including downsiz-
mented by their 7-year lease to “These types of assets can ruary, at Sydney Opera House’s ing, upsizing, work
2027 with options extending to often trade on a 5-6% net yield prized Yallumundi Rooms. “I have a spacious transfer, or to ac-
2042. which makes them an attractive two bedroom unit commodate the in-
alternative to residential invest- For more information on this in West Ryde, with laws or adult children
The property boasts an at- ment.” property or other current list- floorboards through- and their partners.
tractive $164,035 yearly net-in- ings, please contact Rhys out and two bath-
come, and importantly the busi- “Additionally, the high cost Parker at rparker@sydneybur- rooms, air condi- Statistics continue
ness is proven in the Eastwood of tenant fit-out often result in gessrawson.com.au or on 0451 tioning and two car to show a positive
location since it’s establishment ‘stickier’ tenants that like to 101 042. Alternatively, Darren spaces, all for $495 outlook, strong sales
in 1945. have long tenure in one loca- Beehag can be contacted at per week. results and good
tion.” 0411 226 223. market conditions
According to Burgess Raw- “There’s also a for the northern dis-
Mr Parker also highlighted 3 bedroom unit at tricts, while open
North Parramatta
with two bathrooms
and air conditioning
for $495 per week.

“And a small one
bedroom granny flat
in Ryde for $230 per
week is great value.”

What’s your prop-
erty worth in 2021?

With so many
changes in 2020
and the start of a
new year, why not
enquire about your

Melrose Park’s history in its road names
Five new roads and a park in Melrose Park will be named in hon- pied sites on Wharf indigenous.
our of the area’s historic past. Road and down to- “By naming Mel-
wards the Parramat-
The City of Par- membrance of Sally Street and Rose sive transformation, ta River. rose Park’s new
ramatta Council Bundil, a local Abo- Bush Street in rec- with around 5,000 roads and open
this week endorsed riginal woman born ognition of fruit new homes being “As we set the spaces after the
a selection of pro- in the early 1800s. growers and mar- built over the next 10 foundations for the people and busi-
posed names for Putt Putt Park is ket gardeners who years,” City of Par- future of our grow- nesses that once
the precinct which named in recogni- previously occu- ramatta Lord Mayor ing City, it’s im- called this place
includes Appleroth tion of the much- pied the land, and Bob Dwyer said. portant we also home, we are keep-
Street as a tribute loved mini-golf Wykoff Lane, after “I remember rid- acknowledge the ing the area’s unique
to Adolphus Her- Tom Wykoff, who region’s past – both and fascinating his-
bert Frederick Nor- brought Putt Putt to indigenous and non- tory alive.”
man Appleroth, the Australia from South
creator of Aeroplane course that was for- Africa. ing my bike through
Jelly as well as Bun- merly located at the the area as a young
dil Boulevard, in re- site between 1969 “Melrose Park is man, passing the
and 2016. undergoing a mas- many factories,
The other names farms and famous What is
include Lemon Tree nurseries that occu- your

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Handy Phone Guide
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ACCOUNTING bathroom BUILDING CARPET cleaning
renovations CONTRACTORS
ACCOUNTING & TAXATION SERVICES The Stain Doctor
(continued) TASSONE DESIGN & CONSTRUCT
0414 658 956 ANDREW’S BATHROOM RENOVATIONS Vincent 0407 491 623
0418 493 789
• C hartered Accountant & Registered Tax Agent 0414 577 574 For all new work, extensions & alterations, Difficult carpet stains?? Even after steam
• Provided at reasonable rates renovations or refurbishments. cleaning?! Specialist in advanced stain removal.
www.rgaccounting.com.au • Over 35 years experience in bathroom, MBA Quality work. Coffee, wine, ink, food, oil and many others. Free
kitchen & laundry renovations Lic 100569c quotes. Call Vincent 0407 491 623
AIR CONDITIONING • Qualified & Insured workmanship.
• Projects available on Website BP CONSTRUCTIONS CARPET LAYING
ACE AIR CONDITIONING • Call for free measure and quote
www.perfectceramics.com Lic R71536 0411 420 011 Brett 9684 6948 B ILL ROWE CARPETS 0410 602 631
0411 967 333
JAYCORP RENOVATIONS All building work including renovations, New carpet laid, re-stretching, repairs.
Sales, Repair & Install Split & Ducting A/C. extensions, decks pergolas & carports, 40 yrs experience.
Lic 236838c 0424 261 818 bathrooms.
TOWN & COUNTRY AIR CONDITIONING www.bpconstructions.com.au Lic 195060c
Combined 30 years of experience in bath-
9481 0667 room and kitchen renovations. Our aim is to ALTERATIONS 9674 7527 CEMENT RENDERING
restore, and recreate a timeless quality finish 0418 484 216
Sales, Service & Installation of all domestic in your home. Please visit our website for Ground & 1st floor additions decks & pergolas. J PRESTIGE RENDERING
& commercial air conditioning equipment. recent projects. Plans drawn from concept to completion.I. S.
www.townandcountryair.com.au www.jaycorprenovations.com.au Lic 306197c Giltinan Builder P/L. Lic 91637c 0410 746 378
AU18964 Lic 125392c
PROVEN AIR CONDITIONING Rendering, repairs, blueboard etc Quality ser-

1300 776 247 vice g’teed, no job too big or small. F/Q

All Air Conditioning Work. BEDDING builders Cleaning
Lifetime Warranty On Workmanship
❁ Repairs BEDS ‘N’ SECONDS PAUL GILES SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS ABC Professional Cleaning
❁ Service/Maintenance
❁ Installation 9879 4226 9879 4855 0421 136 088
www.provenair.com.au Lic 310465C AU50152
Alliance Climate Control Quality Australian Inner Spring mattresses, 7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110 Chinese couple/ Home, Office or Strata. Mov-
Singles fr $139, Doubles fr $279, Queens Renovations, Extensions and Additions by ing, Spring, Regular. Carpet Steam.
8036 2372 fr $299. Fast local delivery. Huge range of the experts. Authorised STRATCO Dealer (free quotes) 0421 136 088
mattresses, beds & manchester. Your local and Home Renovation Specialist.
Air Conditioning Installation, Service & Re- bed shop! Paul GIles New & Seconds Mat- 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card S & A CLEANING HUS & WIFE (owner)
pairs. Receive $400* Cash-Back trade in old tresses. 1A / 28 Buffalo Road, Gladesville Holders! www.spinryde.com.au
A/C Daikin & Fujitsu Specialist Dealer, Split &
Ducted.t. www.alliancecc.com.au Lic 271472C BLINDS NSW Builders Licence 45000JP

ANTENNA SUNSET WINDOW FURNISHINGS 0411 627 847 9630 8722

MCA DIGITAL ANTENNA SPECIALIST 8765 1733 CMT Building Services (NSW) Pty Ltd Home/professional/spring/
0416 246 431 regular/moving/windows. 15 yrs exp.
0431 444 111 Free measure & quote! Good quality. Holland
blinds, vertical drapes & venetian blinds at Over 20 years experience in all aspects ALBERTO’s CLEANING & CARPET SHAMPOO
Local Tech, free quotes Fully Ins, Pens Disc, factory prices. Washing & repairing of venetian
Gov app 5 yrs warranty. blinds same day service. of renovations, refurbishments, and 0418 489 627 9832 7254
alterations. Call Chris on 0416 246 431
ARCHITECTS BURRA BLINDS AND SHUTTERS for a consultation Home - Office - Strata. Call Alberto.
Lic: 254214C
PETER HALL ARCHITECTS P/L Cameron 0401 805 534
GRAMERCY PROJECTS Cleaning – High Pressure
9878 5850 Plantation Shutters, Roller Blinds, Verticals
and more. Free Quote. Call Cameron. Nathan 0410 427427 NORTH RYDE HIGH PRESSURE CLEAN
P Hall Nom Arch. 3279 Experienced firm, ca-
pable of handling all types of work, both resi- BOOKS - • Design & Construct Custom Built Homes. 9888 5406 0414 765 181
dential and commercial, alterations or new. COMIC or PICTURE • Extensions, Alteration & Additions.
• Renovation Packages
ASBESTOS REMOVAL 0410 743 215 • Kitchen & Bathrooms Driveways, BBQ’s, Pool surrounds, Sealer.
• Decks & Pergolas No job too small.
ASBESTOS AWAY Tony 0405 317 807 Wide range of comics, graphic novels and picture • Home Warranty Insurance Available
books. New and VG condition. All ages . • No obligation fee quotes Clotheslines
* All types of Asbestos removal Gladesville Area. 9816 4082 or 0410 743 215. www.gramercyprojects.com.au
* Garages & Sheds Demolition NSW Builders Licence 300222c DOCTOR CLOTHESLINES
* Asbestos Pick Ups & Inspections
* Free Quotes * All areas CARPENTER/BUILDER 0407 585 691
* Fully compliant with Safe Work NSW Reg. Clotheslines installed from $395. Free quotes on
* Fully Licensed & Insured new or repairs.
www.asbestosawaysydney.com.au Face- Full range of folding lines
book/Instagram: Asbestos Away Sydney M JD CARPENTRY Call Richard 0407 585 691
Lic.Class B 210719 Matthew 0414 418 248

ballustrades For all carpentry, gyprocking, painting and COMPUTERS
maintenance works.
WARD STEEL & ALUMINIUM GLADESVILLE COMPUTERS
bricklayers ASH BUILDING & CARPENTRY PTY LTD
9645 6358 0401 339 402
BRICKLAYER/BLOCKLAYER 0415 123 658
Manufacture & install steel, aluminium, stainless 0411 762 242 Residential builders, extentions, renovations, • Free service call
steel, glass ballustrades. Pool & garden fencing, 30+yrs experience. Professional. Small to medium kitchens, bathrooms and decks. • Home office support
auto gate. Custom & design services, free quote, jobs. Insurance work. Replace rusted lintels. Con- “Professional and reliable service at a • I.T. specialist
helpful services. wardsteel.com.au competitive price” • All work guaranteed
• www.g1computers.com.au
crete rend3ering. Free quotes. Lic. R83479 Lic 332083C

bathroom QUALITY WORK GUAGRaAryN0TE4E3D1 163 114 Carpenter/Builder 0412 691 470
renovations General carpentry, decks, pergolas, small
GSH Bricklaying FRONT FENCES renovations, gyprock walls, repairs, small concreting
* Ret walls * BBQ’s & *Besser Blocks. For jobs ok. Quality work. 25 years experience.
SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS prompt reliable service call Gary. Lic No 180752c Ted Ryan 0412691470. Lic no 1684c AAA ALL AREAS CONCRETE
9879 4855
7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110 ACE TRADE BUILDING SERVICES Charlie 0413 777 239
Beautiful bathrooms, fully renovated & BRICK & BLOCK LAYSItNevGe 0409 124 751
guaranteed! Extensions, Front fences, garden walls etc. Michael 0407 912 355 Concrete Driveways Sydney, all types of concrete
10% Discount (max $500) to work, Driveways and Pathways etc. Small jobs
Seniors Card Holders! All carpentry, renovations, decks, property welcome. Over 32 Years Experience. Lic. 129960c
www.spinryde.com.au NSW Builders Licence maintenance & repairs. All general building
Plus heritage work. Call Steve. work. Fully insured. G RIGHETTO & SON 0419 282 402
45000JP Lic. 55906c Call Michael Lyall 0407 912 355 Lic No 188739C
Garden Sheds, Paths, Patios, Driveways etc.
APS BATHROOM & KITCHEN RENOVATIONS RANA CONSTRUCTIONS CARPENTRY
0410 454 165 & JOINERY NOW IN SIX LANGUAGLicE11S427!C
Thinking of Renovating ? 0419 623 853
Retaining walls, Brick & Lintel repairs, new James 0428 581 542
Call us for a free quote openings made & closed, insurance & strata
Bathroom, Kitchen & Laundry Renova- For construction of & repair of decks, pergo-
tions work. Call Roberto. Lic 217657c las, doors &  new building work call James
Lic 179663c
Over 20yrs Experience Lic 207688c
www.apsbathroomsandkitchens.com.au

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concreting (continued) Electricians EXCAVATIONS GARDENING (continued)

TCP CONCRETE (NSW) PTY LTD GRANT HEDLEY ELECTRICAL SERVICE FLECK RUBBISH REMOVALS & a & a absolute best price
0404 770 791 MINI EXCAVATIONS
Concrete Driveways, Pathways, Slabs- Grant 0403 868 457 / 9489 3543 9439 8550 Jack 0411 351 161
Glen 0418 268 040
Plain & Coloured Domestic & Commercial Local  Electrician.  No job to small.  Over 30 yrs Digging, weeding, land & yard clearing, tree lop-
experience. Pensioner discount.      Narrow Access Excavation. Excavators from ping, trimming, pruning, restore overgrown gar-
760mm wide up to 1200mm wide. Dumper Tip- den, turflaying. Pensioner discounts. Ring Jack
over 25years experience Lic 52825c EASTWOOD Bruce Kennard Pty Ltd pers 760mm wide. Bobcats 3 Tonne Trucks. All
Areas. Best Rates. Call Glen GECKO PLANTSCAPE
9809 7001 0417 690 627
concretE Cutting Domestic & Commercial repairs. Installation, FENCING Robbie 0412 131 362
repairs, house, rewiring, security lighting, fans.
MASTER CHASING SERVICES Prompt service. Over 26yrs experience. 22 Thorn Irrigation solutions for your garden during
St Ryde Lic 35887c LOCAL FENCING 9807 2367 water restrictions. Horticultural advice, gar-
0403 111 758 den maintenance and green walls. Qualified
GEOFF NASH ELECTRICAL SERVICES Quality timber, c/bond, gates, pickets, pool, Horticulturist fully insured. Call Now Robbie
Specialising in concrete cutting, core log walls. Free quotes 0412 131 362
drilling, road sawing and wall sawing. 9807 1957 0419 200 011
NORTH RYDE GARDENING
All electrical installs & repairs, AH service, KOALA  FENCING
competitive rates.. Lic No 90476c 0414 765 181 9888 5406
DAMPNESS Martin 0412 010 212
LOCAL RYDE DISTRICT ELECTRICIAN Your reliable gardener. Weed, dig, trim, clean,
ANTI-DAMP Horizontal & Privacy Fences. Pool fences & tree trim/lopping, stump grind, mow, turf,
Blake 0488 843 433 gates. Timber & colourbond, fence repairs. rubbish removal, maintenance, high pressure
9817 7600 0412 229 955 + Small family owned business call Martin 0412 010 212 clean. Call Alan.

* Rising Dampness + No call-out fee ANDREW SPIES FENCING DOWN TO EARTH GARDENING SERVICES
* Condensation & Dampness
* Sub-floor Ventilation + Seniors discount 0410 534 692 Nick 0408 688 949
* Rising Damp Contact us for a free quote.
www.antidamp.com.au + 100% satisfaction guaranteed Specialises in all types of fencing. View Qualified horticulturalist
website @ Andrew-Spies-Fencing.com Specialising in garden maintenance,
+ Credit cards welcome garden make over’s and organic
vegetable gardens. Fully insured. Call Nick.
Captain Cook Electrical Lic 288540c
AL’s COMPLETE GARDEN CARE
dentist GET SPARKED ELECTRICAL & S mith Fencing 0400 598 403
COMPUTERS Al 0414 753 258
PUTNEY DENTAL SURGERY Greg 0422 169 313 Timber Boundary Fencing, Gates & Pickets.
Small jobs & Repairs Welcome Qualified horticulturalist, Complete garden
9809 7110 psmithfencing@gmail .com maintenance. Lawn mowing, hedging,
❁ How about a safety switch fertilising, weed control, Comm/Res/Strata
• Over 25 years’ experience  in Putney ❁ New installations or renovations Call Al
• Renowned for gentleness and care ❁ Data, electrical AXFIX fencing
• Exceptional quality at affordable price ❁ Domestic, commercial & industrial 0498 058 885 Landscaping Services
• Prompt appointments. 6 days ❁ Fast reliable service.
• Bupa Members Gap free regular dental 0412 594 911
❁ Servicing All Area Lic 180641c Small job specialist 30yrs exp. Pine, Merbau,
check-up and mouthguard c/bond, picket, alum, slat, gates, repairs, pool Landscaping, Paving. Garden restoration gar-
• Book On-Line council requirements. Call Andre. den design 15 years experience. Tree lopping
25% pensioners discount . Free quotes fully
www.putneydentalsurgery.com.au insured 7days service Simon 0412 594 911

DOG GROOMER Ryde District Electrician 20+yrs Exp FLORISTS GAS

Groom To You 0400 126 794 Ian 0412 988 012 BLOSSOM HOUSE FLORIST SYDNEY LOCAL GAS SPECIALIST

Clipping, bathing, blow dry, nails trimmed, ✓ Same Day Service 9874 1577 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804
ears cleaned. ✓ Switchboards, Smoke Alarms,
All breeds under 25kg. At groomers home ✓ Lights, Power, Phones, Broadband (Points) Multi Award Winning Florist Leakfinding, fixes, repairs / renewals, new con-
in West Ryde. ✓ Pensioner Discounts Flowers & Gifts for All Occasions nections/servicing/commissioning of room/
Ph: Corinne Cucek | Groom To You | ✓ Ryde Area - Hunters Hill & Gladesville Member Interflora central heaters, fake coal/logfires, commercial
0400 126 794. ✓ Small Jobs Welcome Shop 27, Eastwood Centre Shi Li Zhao kitchens, cooktops, ovens, stoves, hotwater
www.secure-electrical.com.au Lic 92264C Email: [email protected]

DENISTONE ELECTRICAL SERVICES heaters, all makes/models, Rinnai, Rheem, Py-
rox, Bonair, Everdure, Electrolux Westinghouse,
Chef, Miele, Smeg, Bosch, Vulcan, Dux, Jetmas-
FURNITURE REPAIRS ter, realflame, Genesis, bayonets fitted, LP/ BBQ
DOLL REPAIRS & CABINET MAKING conversions, (carbon monoxide testing). Same
Andrew/Electrician 0417 909407 day Service, reliable, professional, efficient. All
9808 6314 Tina/Admin 0451 899622
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Old and modern dolls and teddy bears repaired, switchboard, Rewiring, Ceiling fans, Smoke pos, 24/7 Emergencies.
cleaned and dressed. Local family team. 0417 457 897 8765 8949 Lic 143252C

Yvonne and Cheryl Phone 9808 6314 alarm, Data & telephone. Lic 201164c Custom made furniture and specialist repairs & GLASs

MAX ELECTRICAL SYDNEY  restoration work. 30 years experience.

DRAINER 0433 655 591 garage doors GLADESVILLE GLASS SERVICE
9817 3416 9816 3055
SYDNEY DRAINAGE EXPERTS Lic 143252c • All Electrical Work (Domestic & Commercial) RYDE GARAGE DOORS 9809 1965 Glass repairs Com. & Dom. • Shower screens,
• Switchboard Upgrades mirrors • All glass requirements • Free measure
0414 837 679 Phil  9715 1804 • Smoke Alarm / CCTV / Data Telephone Installation, sales & service. B & D Dealer. Call and quote. 278 Victoria Rd, Gladesville.
Lic 278587C for free quote.
Clearing of blocked drains,   sewers / storm water
Toilets,  basins,  baths,  shower,   laundry,  kitchens EASTWOOD ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Jetblasting,electric eel,cctv camera,root treatment
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Call Gerard. Lic 82184c 8819 4980 Sam or Chad 0410 774 647
9809 4230 0412 200 939
Sewer & Stormwater Specialist Roger’s Electrical Service Restore overgrown gardens, Land & yard
0422 628 109 clearing, Trimming, Weeding, Lawnmowing,
• Blockages Cleared • CCTV & Pipe Location Turfing, Tree lopping, Stump Removal,
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GUTTERING & Ironing services LAWN MOWING PAINTERS & DECORATORS
METAL ROOFING 0411 155 774
IRONING JAYS MAINTENANCEJaPsLoUnS0424 619 816 (continued)
GUTTER-SNIPE GUTTER CLEANERS Free pick up and delivery Twice daily. 6 days
PERFECTION PAINTERS
9477 5943 p/w Family owned. 24hr turn around SERVING THE LOCAL AREA FOR OVER 10 YEARS. Lawn,
gutters cleared. Fuly Insured. Cal Jason Joseph 0451 123 231
We clean roof gutters, no mess, local,
guaranteed, insured KITCHENS * Reliable and professional * Pressure Cleaning
* Roof Painting. Interior and Exterior.
Granite & Marble Natural Stone LAWN MOWER REPAIRS Free & Quote Insured
www.paintedtoperfectionpainters.com.au
9809 3623 RYDE CITY MOWERS 9809 0329
Lic. 269706C
Kitchen & vanity tops 100’s of colours. Est Repairs to most brands of lawnmowers,
GUTTER, DOWNPIPE CLEANING SPECIALIST 60yrs Gladesville. brushcutters, chainsaws. Chain sharpening. pest control
www.ronbennettmarble.com.au Guaranteed service. Factory trained &
0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 qualified technicians. Local pick up & delivery Access Pest Control
0413 395 444 available (charges apply)
Local, efficient, reliable, neat & tidy, insured, 02 8605 6637
on time. Gutter mesh & guard (install/replace) Full Kitchen Package $4999 THE MOWER SURGEON 0407 419 793
Leakfinding, gutters, downpipes, valleys, All areas, All pests. Termite specialist ( pensioner
flashing, install & repairs whirlybird, venting, Includes; Cabinetry, Oven, Cook Top, 3 mth warranty on mower, chainsaw & line discounts). Will beat any competitor quote
raintanks, roof & skylight leaks. Lic 143252c Rangehood, Sink, Mixer tap, Tiles trimmer repairs & service. Lic # 5092837
25 yrs exp, Eftpos, C/Cards Accepted 256-258 Victoria Road, Gladesville
[email protected]
ABC SEAMLESS 9748 3022 www.aryankitchen.com.au FORENSIC PEST CONTROL PC
• Guttering, Downpipes & Metal Roofing
• Leaf Protection, Roof Restoration & Cleaning COMPLETE CUSTOM KITCHENS 1300 360 457
• Discounted prices & free quotes
• Over 40 years in the industry Glenn 0414 717 111 The Pest Detectives All termite & general
• Fully licenced and insured Massage pestcontrol, sub floor ventilation & bird control. PC
• Comprehensive warranties Highest quality custom kitchen renovations Complete
QUALIFIED STRESS RELIEVING Lic 3433
jEoxbp.eArliletnracde.eFs.reUenQbeuaottaebs.lePpernicse.Ds.isBcu. i0ld4e1r42701Y7e1a1rs1
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NOISES IN THE ROOF?
hairdresser Relaxing full body massage. Be rodent free this winter from
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want a great haircut? Home visit. Call 0406 038 729 sum Removal! 40+ yrs Exp.
Call SPS Pest & Handyman Services
9888 5257
PAINTERS & DECORATORS BUGZOFF PEST CONTROL
Come & see Abbas Imperial Style Barber,
Midway Shops, 117 North Rd, Denistone East. 0423 203 356

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Sam 0414 413 326 Angelo 0408 677 614 25 yrs exp. Work guaranteed Pensioner PLASTERING
Discount. Free Quotes
Specialising in all Building, Carpentry & Hinges, Doors, Drawers, Shelves, Cabinets, Lic 157468c
Gyprocking work. Free Quotes & Pens. Disc. Kick-boards etc.
Ph. Sam No job too small. Free quotes 7 days. RYDE PAINTING & DECORATING SERVICES GYPROCK PLASTERING SERVICES
[email protected] Lic no 139738C Demitri 0404 770 412
Nicholas carpentry & Handyman 0412 944 025 All types of plastering * Reasonable rates.
services
Genuine local painter, Fully Insured. All types Call Demitri Lic 288665c
Steven 0419 606 288 of painting, reliable, reasonable price.
Free Quotes -Pensioner Discount. Lic 150743c
• All Trades • Bathroom & Kitchen Renovations
• Pergola’s, decks, roofing, gyprock, & paint- MICHAEL THE PAINTER PLUMBERS
ing • All minor & major repair work • Quote this
advert and get a 10% discount !!! • Call Steven LANDSCAPING Michael 0412 444 838 BLOCKED DRAINS & SEWER SPECIALIST
www.nicholascarpentry.com.au Lic no 108119c 9638 1398 0419 409 130
*NICK’S LANDSCAPING & DESIGN* • Professional and reliable All general plumbing including gas. (24hr
Retired Builder • All types of painting • All areas Emergency Service) No job too sml. Free
0418 169 369 • Reasonable rates • Best quality
Charlie 0411 703 057 • Cheapest quotes • Pensioner Disc

Small Jobs, Repairs, Competitive Rates. Call Michael. Lic 320177c quotes. STEMBRIDGE PLUMBING. Lic. 9880
Call Charlie 0411 703 057
All types of maintenance landscaping. Sand stone W Z FINE PAINTING SERVICE PTY LTD Mastercard & Visa welcome.

retainable/ Timber Wall / Block Paving / Repairs & all David 0450 726 188 COTTAGE & DOMESTIC MAINTENANCE
types of landscaping,
Lic 96884c * Reliable and professional 0414 808 809 9808 3020

* Guaranteed quality and price. Phillip Draper West Ryde Lic 3906
hot water services * All types of painting * Fully Lic & Ins.
TREEMENDOUS LANDSCAPES P/L * Free onsite quote.
Lic No 310324c S.A.PLUMBING SERVICES FREE CAMERA
9874 2605 Paul 0407 207 672 SERVICE WITH EVERY BLOCKED DRAIN
RYDE HOT WATER SERVICE Aspect Painting & Decorating
9809 4230 0412 200 939 Landscape design & construction. Member of AILDM 0416 297 555
Installations, repairs & sales. Electric and gas Lic 77216c 0401 951 257
hot water heaters. Lic No L985. All suburbs
All types of painting, reliable, g’teed service, free • electric eel • leaking taps
quotes, pensioners discount fully insureds • hot water • water • roof guttering
Lic149577c • gas fitting • leaking toilets • blocked drain
• home renovations • real estate strata.
A HOT WATER SPECIALIST MORNING BLUSH LANDSCAPES EDGE PAINTING Sam 0433 742 162 • 7 days a week friendly sevice. Lic 178744c

0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 0419 227 477
* Master Painters Association Member.
Servicing / repairs / installs, Gas, Electric, Paving, Decking, Pergolas, Planting/Turfing * Dulux accredited *Specialised in repairing & POOLE & CO PLUMBING 0412 200 939
Drainage, Retaining Walls, Brick & Block 9809 4230
Solar (all makes/models) Rinnai, Rheem, Concreting, Pathways, Driveways, Fencing. repainting. Interior/exterior
* Pensioner Discount *Quality Guaranteed.
Bosch,Pyrox,Aquamax,Solahart,Thermann, www.edgepainting.net Your Local Plumber for 50 Years.
Junkers, Bayard, Vulcan, Hocking, Everhot, * Blocked drains cleared
Ph: 0419 227 477 Lic 267578c/MPA280514 * Taps & toilets
Lic 282208c
Dux, Edwards, Beasley, Roomheaters Same Honest painting 0452 639 991 * Hot Water
* Gasfitting
day service, reliable, professional, efficient. Over 20 years experience. Specializing in www.pooletheplumber.com.au Lic 985
AEfltlpwoso,rk24g/u7aErmaenrtgeeendc.ie2s5. Yrs exp. C/Cards, repairing cracks, peeling, mills removal.
Laundry/Bathroom Interior&exterior, free quote. Fully insured. RYDE SEWERFIX
Lic 143252c Seven years warranty. Eason 0452639991.
Nicholas Carpentry & Lic 312751
Ryde City Hot Water & Plumbing Handyman Services 9809 4230 0412 200 939
Sewer & Stormwater Speciali st
Alfred 0418 976 679 Steven 0419 606288 • Blockages Cleared • CCTV & Pipe Location
SYDNEY PAINT CO • Repairs & Replacement • Free Quotes
LOCAL PLUMBER - 25+ Years Experience. Full premium renovation service - waterproof, Over 50 year experience Lic. L985
• Hot Water Repairs & Replacements tile, remodel or tailor designs. All budgets. 0414 457 417
• Blocked Drains & Toilets • All General Quote this advert and get 10% discount!! -All types of painting - Mould removal & re- PAUL RUFF & SON PLUMBING
Plumbing Services • Restricted Electrical www.nicholascarpentry.com.au pairs - Fully licensed & insured - Free quotes
Licence. Call our office on 1300 976 679 or NSW Building Lic No 108119c 0418 961 406
Alfred on 0418 976 679 Licence No. 111700C – Call Les Lic: 362645

Est. Locally 1981 Lic 3792

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PLUMBERS (continued) PLUMBERS (continued) roof repairs Stonemason

YOUR FAST LOCAL PLUMBER Ryde City Hot Water & Plumbing BOB THE ROOFER 0418 677 188 SAID or JAMES 0408 292460
0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804
Guaranteed Same Day Service. Prompt, On time, Alfred 0418 976 679 All roof repairs, renewals, restoration. Bricklayer, Stonework, Concreting & All
Leak detection specialist. Over 35yrs exp. Repairs. No job too small. Fully insured.
Efficient, Reliable, Honest. Blocked drains cleared. LOCAL PLUMBER - 25+ Years Experience. • 5% donated to disabled.
Hot Water Repairs & Replacements Lic 123259C Lic R85372
Sewer-stormwater, burst pipes, leaking showers • Blocked Drains & Toilets • All General
Plumbing Services • Restricted Electrical rubbish removals stove repairs
Taps/toilets, waterproofing, water filters, hot water Licence. Call our office on 1300 976 679 or
Alfred on 0418 976 679 Licence No. 111700C FLECK RUBBISH REMOVAL RYDE REPAIR CENTRE
heater maintenance accredited repairer/ installer.
REFRIGERATOR Glen0418 268 040 0409 833 832
Servicing (all makes / models), gas leaks, installs REPAIRS
• All Areas • 24/7 • Free Quotes Repairs all stoves & ovens, 7 days / fast
Repairs, connections, appliance repairs,servicing RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 • Excavator for hire service 0409 833 832 9807 9828
• Domestic/Commercial
Room-Central heating, fake log/coal fires, stoves Repairs all fridges/seal washers, • Good Rates surveyor
dryers, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409 • All types of waste • Senior Disc. Call Glen.
BackflowPrevention, TMV’s, downpipes/gutters, 833 832 9807 9828 ATS LAND SURVEYORS
Garry’s Rubbish RemovaL
cappings Flashings), lead, Roof repairs (metal/ REMOVALISTS 9808 6854
Cheapest Price’s
asbestos/Tile / slate) Skylights, leaks / fixes. No AB HOME REMOVAL Suite 3, 75 Rydedale Rd, West Ryde, ats1@
9809 2536 CallGarry0416 295 790 atssurveyors.com.au
job too big or small. All work guaranteed. 25 Yrs exp. 0431 995 369 9745 5772
* All types of waste (large or small) TILES/TILING
C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 emergencies. Lic. 143252c Excellent Service. No job too big or small. Local * House hold / Commercial
and interstate. $90 per hour. * Deceased Estates * Senior Discounts ACCLAIM TILING SERVICES
GLADESVILLE PLUMBING SERVICES * Free Quotes * 30 years exp
9817 4777 0413 402 599 * 7 Days a Week Gabriel 0404 032 426
For all your plumbing needs. Free Quotes.
24hr/7days. Emerg. serv. safety rails Specilaising in bathroom renos & all types
Visa/Master/Eftpos. Lic 168655C of wall & floor tiling. Call Gabriel Lic 251461c
Safety Rails by Rails 2U
CMF PLUMBING TONY TILING
0411 232 629 9808 4220 Les 0439 967 102
• Plumbing, draining, roofing, gas fitting 0414 616 366
• Maintenance specialist • Jet blaster & CCTV Make your home safer by installing internal and
• No job too small Lic 117469c external rails by experienced installer. All Ceramic Tiles (wall & floor) etc.
Can supply and install large range of rail sizes, All waterproofing. All areas. Lic No R78511
FRANK DRAPER SEWER REPAIRS & roofing no long waiting lists. No job too small. Senior
REPLACEMENTS 0438 065 852 Discounts. Obligation Free Quote. Ph Les tree lopping
Free Quotes, High Pressure Water Jetter Service. -
Ryde Lic 181690c J & M SCHALK. SKIP BINS VIC’S TREE CUTTING

RYDE GAS COMPANY 9878 4483 0408 642 056 PAYLESS MINI SKIPS 0404 162 752 9858 2874

9809 4230 0412 200 939 Roof repairs. Metal, tile & leaking roof replac- 0402 844 744 George 0415 224 460 Tree pruning and removal, stump grinding. Fully
ins. Free Quotes. Qual Aborist. Family business.
Local Gas Specialists ing valleys, F/Q, Lic R91302. 2-3-4m. Fast reliable service, specialising
· Portable Gas Room Heaters Serviced in small drives. Call George A.J’S TREELOPPING &
· Carbon Monoxide Testing RUBBISH REMOVAL
· Hot Water Heaters Solicitors
· Leak location & repair LOCAL SYDNEY ROOF SPECIALIST & CONVEYANCING 0412 933 031
· New installations, replacement & additions
· Bayonets & BBQ conversions. Lic. L985 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 OSBORNE HOWELL 9807 3222 Quick, reliable, fully insu red, free quote, pens.
disc. Extra services incl. stump grinding, garden
TAP RESCUE 1300 827 000 Leak finding/Repairs (tiles, metal, slate) shingals/ Over 50 years in RYDE. main, small concrete jobs, etc.
skylights, asbestos, copper, Waterproofing, Shop 6, 43-49 Blaxland Road, Ryde
We repair, supply, install direct to you TAPS, Lead, Flashings, cappings, ridgepointing, rebed- (Entry via Argyle Ave) Wills, Estates, S T J Group Tree Services
ding, Chimney’s,Stormwater Drains Cleared, Probate, Conveyancing, Family Law, Com-
TOILETS, Hot Water Systems, Water Filters relayed, Diverted, fixed. (Gutter’s/Down- mercial Leases, Sale of Business. 0412 111 785
and more. NO CALL OUT FEE! 0414 333 461
Lic 40572c pipes) renewal, cleaning, whirlybirds. Same L EES & GIVNEY LAWYERS 9816 1122 Fully Insured • Fully Qualified • Tree
Adallywsoerrkvicgeua–rarneltiaebelde., 2p5roYfersssieoxnpa.l, Ce/fCficairednst., services - removal, clearing, lopping,
LOCAL PLUMBER 0488 801 042 Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Established 1983 - stump grinding, hedging, pruning Free
Lic 143252c Accredited Specialist: Family Law and Quotes • call Steve
• Taps, Hot water, Blocked Drains, Blocked pipes Wills, Estate Law; Conveyancing, Enduring
• 24/7 EMERGENCY Plumbers sam’s roofing P/L Power of Attorney. Home visits available. Tree Lopping Services
• On-time & Reliable 243 Victoria Road, Gladesville
• Plumbers you can trust Sam 0416 178 058 0412 594 911
• All works guaranteed Sewing Machine
• $0 CALL out All metal roofing & guttering, no job too small The arborist tree lopping. prunning. stump
• You approve the price before we start! 33yrs exp. Ph Sam for quote. Lic 215152c Wanted To Buy 0401 802 752 grinding storm work. Emergency services
$50 OFF when you mention this AD qualified arborist landscaping . Best and
Old Singer or Bernina Machines. cheapest service. 15 years experience.
Need a Local Plumber Fast? Top ryde top roofing Any age/condition. Additional $20 if deliv- Free quotes fully insured 7days service
0410 322 681 9871 0313 ered to Drummoyne. Simon 0412 594 911
9191 7353 • High pressure cleaning Call Malcolm on 0401 802 752
• All roof repairs & painting F/Q. ATTACK TREE SERVICES
Do you have no hot water? • Dulux Colour. • Pens Disc Lic 136874c
AIsreyoyuorudr rtaaipnsbaloncdkteodil?ets leaking? 0419 227 477
Do you want an extra gas point? roof painting
FCoarllfJaesrtefmrieynodnly9s1e9rv1ic7e35w3ith a smile ✓ Qualified Arborist ✓ Tree & Hedge Pruning
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed AARON’S ROOFING ✓ Tree Removal ✓ Palm Tree Tidying
✓ Stump Grinding ✓ Rubbish Removal
PURE PLUMBING PROFESSIONALS 0410 322 681 9871 0313
The Punctual Plumbers - 9191 7353 Call Bassam 0419 227 477
High pressure cleaning. All roof repairs &
• Local Business Award Winning Plumbers colour 20% off. F/Q Pens Disc.
• $0 Call Out Fee* • Fast Emergency Service
• Hot Water Repairs • Blocked Drains Cleared
• Taps and Toilets • Noisy Pipes • Gas Fitting
• Seniors Discounts
www.pureplumbingpros.com.au

ALL DAY/ NIGHT PLUMBING PETER PAINTING

0414 849 366 0423 808 115 8819 2795

Blocked Drains specialists. Plumbing, Drain- High pressure clean & painting. Free quotes.
ers and Gasfitters. Senior discounts ph 9888 20% off quoted price. Work Guaranteed.
Lic 157468c
9940 / 0414 849 366 Lic 123739c

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TV REPAIRS VENETIAN BLINDS weddings WINDOW CLEANING
EXCELLENCE ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE
AMORS VENETIAN BLIND LAUNDRY RAY WOOD PHOTOGRAPHY (continued)
0412 566 100 9807 2772 8765 1733
0414 843 759 SPIC AND SPAN WINDOW CLEANING
• Install, DVD, Setup box Foxtel/Optus Gentle pressure clean, wax finish, re-cond. of all
• Get your DIGITAL Ready makes, free wash with all full reps. Same day serv. WINDOW CLEANING Greg 0411 055 476
• All TV, DVD, Hi-Fi, Microwave, Vacuum, An- Meas & quote on venet, vertical & Holland. Gladesville.
tenna • Owner operated for 20 years NO STREAKS WINDOW CLEANING, Also soft house wash. Greg: H/ pressure clean-
WASHING ing. Sydney Water exempt.
WEST RYDE TV & DIGITAL BOX SET UP 9808 6773 Eugene0415 258 454
MACHINE REPAIRS OUTLOOK GLASS WINDOW CLEANING
9804 6954 Prompt, friendly, reliable service, F/Q, fully ins.
RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Eugene 9874 2815 David 0412 667 525
DVD, home theatre, plasma TV Antenna,
install & repairs 35 yrs exp. Pen Disc. Repairs all washers, dryers, fridges/seal, dish- Pressure clean/softwash. Fully Qualified. Fully
washers. 7 days. 0409 833 832 9807 9828 Insured 20 yrs exp. Call David

KLY TIMES, Wednesday January 30, 2013

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BIRTH NOTICE for Sale ABANDON YOUR ROOFING WORRIES

CABINET Six piece glass WE FIX ALL LEAKS
line near new, selling very
cheap 10c Ph 9888 9611 DO YOU REALLY NEED A
BIG COMPANY TO

RESOLVE YOUR ROOFING

DVD Player SAST, PROBLEMS?
karaeoke machine, CD’s
Sienna Lee VCD $30 ono Ph 0415 Tiles and Metal Roofs All Repairs & Replacements
PAINTICNaGLLeija 953 099
TAPE Recorder vintage • Zinc and Colorbond • Broken Tiles
The Calleija Family are happy to 1965 AKAI 4 track reel-
announce the wonderful arrival of Sienna to-reel & jet stream • Ridge Cappings Re-pointing • Whirly Bird
stereo speakers. Original
Lee Calleija on 20th January 2021. manual, 6 inch (15cm) • Flashings Sealed/Replaced • Membrane Applications
Congratulations on your beautiful tape reels, 2 microphones
daughter David and Kirsty (nee Hart) & all connections $250.00 • Valleys/Box Gutters • FREE QUOTES
Ph 0408 714 667 • Gutters (Bluescope)
and a little sister for Aviana and
Nathaniel. • Periodic Gutter Cleaning

Licence No: 206713c • Parapet Walls Treatments • Lic. No. 244855C

Clients Protected by Contract NOW IN SIX

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Wednesday 17 February, 2021 THE WEEKLY TIMES 19

Bobô back for ☐ Bobô back Twilight Classic won in style
Sky Blues
at training this Fay Palmer and Glen ☐ Fay Palmer and Glen Burkett
Sydney FC’s A-League stars return to week Burkett (pictured) won
action this Saturday night against Bris- The Roar arrive undefeated in their last five the Mixed Pairs event
bane Roar in a massive clash (kick off games, having scored 13 goals in four of those at Hunters Hill Bowling
7pm), which will herald the return of the matches, with the league’s leading goalscorer Dy- Club’s Twilight Classic on
A-League’s most prolific striker, Bobô in lan Wenzel-Halls notching five of those, so fans February 5.
could expect a goals fest.
a Sky Blue shirt. Head Coach Steve Corica says it will be the per- The Twilight Classic was held
fect chance for Sydney FC supporters to welcome at the Hunters Hill Bowling Club
The free scoring Brazilian will front the crowd at back the Brazilian. and Club President Jim Juniper
Netstrata Jubilee Stadium for the first time, after “It will be our first Saturday night home game said Fay and Glen were worthy
returning to Sydney FC in December. at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium in Kogarah this sea- winners.
son, so it will be an ideal opportunity for the fans
The striker scored during an in-house friendly to come out and welcome Bob√¥ back officially,” “They made a clean sweep in
match this weekend which finished 3-1, with fur- said Head Coach Steve Corica. the Twilight Mixed Pairs event at
ther goals from Kosta Barbarouses, Milos Ninko- “We are looking forward to getting back to play- Hunters Hill Bowling Club with
vic, and Jordi Swibel. ing again having missed out this week due to the a consummate performance,
postponed matches, so I’m sure many people, like winning all three games,” he
“It has been a long wait but I feel fit and ready, me, are excited to see the boys in action again.” said.
and I can’t wait to get going again in front of these
fantastic supporters,” said the record breaking “They also mastered the tricky
frontman. conditions on a gusty evening
to take out the $100 winners’
“Since leaving Australia in 2018, I have never prize money in this well-attend-
forgotten the fans here and how they’ve always ed domestic event.”
backed our club, and it will be a pleasure to play
in front of them once more.

“We’ve got some good young strikers here and
there’s a big competition for places so I think I will
enjoy playing in the Sky Blue shirt again.”

Bobô is the A-League’s most prolific striker,
scoring 52 goals in 71 appearances, including
holding the record for the most goals in a season
with 27 goal in 27 matches during the 2017/18
season.

Sydney FC youngster secures European move

Sydney FC’s booming Academy production line has resulted in another Sky
Blues prospect heading overseas, with central defender Anton Mlinaric sign-
ing on loan with Dinamo Zagreb until the end of the season.

The 18 year old, who has ronment. achieve success overseas
been with the Sydney FC “The Sydney FC culture and I hope he can do that.”
Academy for the last four
years, has recently pro- sets you up to be the best Sydney FC’s Technical Di-
gressed into the Sky Blues player and person you can rector – Youth, Kelly Cross
A-League squad on a schol- be. is delighted to see another
arship contract. Academy product given a
“Wilko [Alex Wilkinson] and chance to impress in Europe.
Mlinaric is in Zagreb train- Gowser [Ryan McGowan]
ing with the reigning Croatian have been huge role models “Anton’s performance has
Champions and is excited by for me. continued to improve year
the opportunity. by year since I brought him
“To have such experienced to the club when he was 14,”
“It is a huge honour and and respected centre backs he said.
feels surreal to get this amaz- to look up to and learn from
ing opportunity at such a everyday has helped me a “He has some very strong
young age,” he said. lot.” characteristics, and he
gained considerable learning
“I hope to learn and grow Head Coach Steve Corica moments when he played so
immensely as a player and wished Anton well with his many games at the last U17
as a person every day. opportunity. World Cup.

“Developing at Sydney FC “Anton has done very well “I’m sure he will push for a
since the age of 14 has been and has a future in the game professional contract, either
a major factor in me receiving if he continues to learn,” he in Europe or with Sydney
this opportunity. said. FC.”

“The club helped me to “This is a great opportunity Mlinaric is originally from
learn and express my- for him and we are happy to the Bossley Park area of
self each and every time I see him take this chance in Sydney, and was recruit by
stepped onto the pitch, while Europe. the Sky Blues through one of
creating a professional envi- the club’s Academy schools.
“It’s always pleasing to see
players we have developed

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20 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 17 February, 2021

Tigers welcome Captain James Tamou

He’ll lead new local five
man Leadership group

By the one eyed Tiger

James Tamou has been named on the club has been excellent since the moment
Tigers skipper for the 2021 NRL he’s been here.
Telstra Premiership season.
And most importantly James has extremely
He is an experienced captain having led the Pan- strong support behind him from the playing group
ther Pets to last year’s NRL grand final and hopes and the team has really resonated with him as the
to fulfil grand final glory this year with the Tigers. leader of our side.

The 32 year-old James has played a 267 first We can hardly wait to the see the new look 2021
grade games since making his debut for North Tigers run out at Leichhardt Oval HQ Sunday Feb-
Queensland in 2009. ruary 28 for their first and only trial with the Manly
Silvertails.
He featured in 170 games for the North Queens-
land Cowboys before switching to the Panther See ya there.
Pets where played 97 games 2017-2020.

James had his first hand experience as Tigers
skipper last week when he led the boys on a meet
and greet at Tamworth where he was warmly wel-
comed.

Luke Brooks welcomes James

Local junior Luke Brooks along with the other
three Leadership Group of Adam Doueihi, David
Nofoaluma and international forward Alex Twal
say they are delighted to work with the leadership
of James.

Tigers CEO Justin Pascoe and Head Coach Mi-
chael “Madge” Maguire say they are impressed
with the professionalism since joining the club.

Justin says he wants to congratulate James on
his achievement and commends him on his ac-
tions both on and off the field since arriving in Ti-
gerland.

He reckons the new Leadership Group have the
ability to lead the Tigers in the year ahead and
onto finals footy for the first time in a decade.

Supercoach Madge ads that James’ influence

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