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Wednesday, 28 June, 2023 817 VICTORIA ROAD, RYDE Your multi AWARD WINNING local newspaper! Page 16 VOL. 102 NO. 23 PUBLISHED 100 YEARS www.weeklytimes.com.au P.O. BOX 123, RYDE 1680 PHONE: 9807-6666 Holy Cross hosts Tiger Carnival! WIN DISNEY ON ICE TICKETS SEE PAGE 2 WIN!! with TWT INSIDE This Week Cathie’s Column ............................. 2 JB’s World ........................................ 3 Letters & Columns .......................... 4 City of Ryde ..................................... 7 Real Estate/Finance ....................... 9 Handy Phone Guide .............. 10 - 13 Classifieds ..................................... 14 Around the Clubs & Sport .......... 15 One Eyed Tiger ............................. 16 JB’s World SEVEN NEW Austra- lian-made ferries will eventually take to Parra- matta River after the NSW Government awarded the construction tender to Richardson Devine Ma- rine Shipbuilders in Ho- bart. The new Parramatta Class ferries have been designed by Incat Crowthers, leading naval engineers based in the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Construction of the new ferries begins next month. Details see Page 3. OVER 5 WEEKS 29TH JUNE – 27TH JULY WIN UP TO $5,000 EVERY THURSDAY 7PM, 8PM & 9PM JACKPOT STARTS AT $1000 & INCREASES BY $1000 EACH WEEK IF NOT WON! Terms & Conditions available at reception. Winner must be present to claim prize & members only promotion. FINAL DRAW 27TH JULY WHEN JACKPOT HAS TO BE WON! SWIPE YOUR CARD TO WIN DRAWS AT 7PM - $500 | 8PM - $500 9PM – JACKPOT AT NORTH RYDE RSL (02) 9888 7588 I CNR PITTWATER AND MAGDALA ROADS NORTH RYDE Disney On Ice THREE LUCKY readers can win tickets for their family to see the latest Disney on Ice production. Cumberland Gang Show THREE LUCKY can win double passes to the 2023 Cumberland Gang Show ‘IGNITE!’ at Riverside Theatres in Parramatta. Tigers Den TWO LUCKY readers have won double passes to the TWT VIP Lounge at Club Ryde’s Tigers Den. DETAILS, SEE PAGE 2 ☐ TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO (Michelle Haywood) GLADESVILLE RAVENS player and former Matildas vice-captain Moya Dodd AO (pictured, centre) with fellow Matildas alumni Kim Schaefer (left) and Rae Dower (right), who is also Football Australia’s women’s football technical director and coach of the Australian under-17 team. They were stopping traffic on the Sydney Harbour Bridge with thousands of football-loving fans on Sunday to celebrate 25 days to the kick-off of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 being hosted by Australia and New Zealand next month. Keep a lookout for The Weekly Times’ commemorative Women’s World Cup lift out draw in our July 19 edition. MORE SEE PAGE 15 Gladys’ fate rests with another ICAC FAIL! SEE PAGE 5 COUNTDOWN TO FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP KICK-OFF

2 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 WIN, WIN, WIN with TWT! MIDWAY SHOPPING CENTRE 117 North Rd Denistone East COX’S ROAD MALL 211 Coxs Rd, North Ryde Ph 9805 0986 Ph 9870 8955 NEW TRADING HOURS Monday to Friday 7am-5.30pm Saturday 7am – 4pm Sunday 10am - 1pm If inconvenient please call or text to 0412 010 353 to utilise our pickup and delivery service. Father Martin’s Musings To sacrifice your life In the year 1908 this village had a sole telephone operator her name was Mrs Stephanie Brooks. She was a much-loved member of the community and I am sure that she was the keeper of many secrets! Just before sunset one day she received and responded to an urgent message that the river along the plateau of the valley was about to burst its banks and people needed to urgently move to higher ground. Within 30 minutes she contacted forty households and fortunately they moved to higher ground. Two days later her body with the old-fashioned telephone headset still strapped on her was found 20 kilometres floating down from her home. Mrs Brooks saved the lives of over 200 people and within the district of Folsom her name is revered. We are now living in a time and within a culture where it is normal for many people to live with what could be called a consumer mentality. This does not create a healthy and a sustaining heritage for any generation to follow. No one lived these words of Saint Paul of Tarsus more than Mrs Stephanie Brooks when he wrote; “Be prepared to offer your body as a living sacrifice that is pleasing to God.” (Romans, Chapter 12, Verse 1) Father Martin R Maunsell is a Catholic hospital chaplain in Sydney In the American state of New Mexico there is a small community called Folsom, the founders of this community decided to build a community right in the middle of a big valley. Two kittens seek adoption They are being cared for by a World League For Protection of Animals volunteer who is unable to keep them due to her illness. “Courage is the grey and white one in photo and he is 10 months old,’’ the team at the World League said. “He is a very chilled laid-back cat who loves his cuddles and is so good with kids he even lets a five year old drag him around.’’ Tabby is nine months old. “She is very sweet natured girl who can be a little bit shy at first but loves pats and cuddles.” To meet these two kittens phone the team at Gladesville’s World League For Protection of Animals on 9817 4892. Two kittens seeking adoption are our Cats Of The Week. ☐ Petal and Courage. Art Critique Day Members’ paintings will be critiqued on the day by Multi-award winning artist John Perkins. All visitors welcome with a cost of five dollars. For further information contact Priyani on 0412 049 960 or Margaret on 0438 697 118. The Friends Art Group are holding their annu- al Art Critique Day on the 14th of July at the Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club in West Ryde from 10.30am until noon. Locals host Yes To Voice meeting The meeting included representatives from trade unions and City of Parramatta councillors as well as the Parramatta and Epping branches of the Labor Party and The Greens. Faith-based and community groups represented included Catholics in Coalition for Justice and Peace (CCJP), the Sisters of Mercy Parramatta, the Dai Cultural Association, the Katib Hazara Association and the Parramatta Women’s Shelter. “Our first meeting provided a glimpse of the breadth of support for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament locally, support that we will need to build on in the coming months,’’ said Shane Bentley from the Parramatta says Yes To Voice campaign. Paramatta’s Yes To Voice campaign held its first meeting on Tuesday, June 6 at PHIVE in Parramatta Square. Winter Wildflower Walks “Come and enjoy winter wildflowers in our beautiful preserved bushland,” Alfred Vincent from the Society said. “The walks are of about 90 minutes duration and will go ahead even in case of light rain as the tracks are not considered difficult but are not suitable for people with serious mobility problems.” Participants should meet at the Visitor Centre and coffee and tea will be available before and after the walks. They need to bring closed shoes, water and a hat. For registration and/or further information, please email [email protected] or leave a message on 9879 6067, indicating the number of participants and your preferred time. Since numbers are strictly limited, registration is essential. The Ryde Hunters Hill Flora and Fauna Preservation Society is hosting Winter Wildflower Walks with an expert leader in the Field of Mars Reserve on Sunday July 16 from 10am and 2pm. ☐ The Wattle in Winter Rachel’s letters revealed The Letters of Rachel Henning is a classic Australian book, illustrated by Norman Lindsay. Publicity Officer Tony Holden said the talk will also feature an account of 30 years of voyages from England and a vivid portrayal of pioneering life in Australia. For more information contact Jennifer Follers on 9799 1161. The Fellowship of First Fleeters will host a talk by Angela Phippen about “The Letters of Rachel Henning” on Saturday, July 1 at 10am in Brush Farm House, Eastwood. ☐ An early classic edition. WIN tickets for your family to Disney on Ice The adventure delivers compelling storytelling through multi-leveled production numbers and will tour six Australian cities in June-July 2023. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are on sale now - and three lucky readers of The Weekly Times can win tickets for their family (admit four). TO WIN tickets for your family for Disney on Ice, visit our website - weeklytimes. com.au - and click on the WIN with TWT tab and follow the instructions. Winners will be drawn on July 2 and their names published in our July 4 edition. Embark on a quest with Mickey Mouse and pals as they follow Captain Hook’s treasure map for clues to find Tinker Bell after he attempts to capture her magic. Journey across the Marigold Bridge with Miguel from Disney Pixar’s Coco into the magnificent and mystical Land of the Dead and discover a vibrantly colorful performance with skeletons atop sway poles dancing over the audience in a beautiful cultural celebration of family. And make memories with your whole family during Aladdin and The Little Mermaid as the search party becomes an all-out celebration. WHERE: Sydney 12-16 July Qudos Bank Arena during school holidays TICKETS: General public tickets on sale from www.ticketek.com. au/disneyonice Win double passes for the Cumberland Gang Show 2023 Cumberland Gang Show returns to the Riverside Theatre in 2023 these school holidays. The Scouts and Guides of Western Sydney invite you to join them as they Ignite the stage! The cast ranges in age from 8 to 30+ and are beyond excited to bring you this year’s show. Ignite is a revue style show which means every couple of minutes the scene changes and something new appears. It’s full of amazing dance routines, brilliant singing and hilarious comedy. TO WIN a double pass, visit our website - weeklytimes. com.au - and click on the WIN with TWT tab and follow the instructions. Winners will be drawn on July 5 and will be contacted. This year you’ll see a wonderful mix of new material (written by the Gang Show’s local team), commercial songs along with some Gang Show favourites. Meet Caesar in Egypt, see the amazing tap-dancing Nannas, find out about the mysterious Project X, pay tribute to our incredible emergency services and so much more! If you have never seen a Cumberland Gang Show before, make this your first, it won’t be your last. For more information and tickets visit: riversideparramatta.com.au/whats-on/cumberland-gang-show-ignite/ Tigers Den TWT VIP double pass winners TWO LUCKY readers have won double passes to the TWT VIP Lounge at Club Ryde’s Tigers Den. Club Ryde has all the action from every Tigers match on the Tigers Den giant screen as well as promotional giveaways and bar and food trucks, with Happy Hour drink prices during all Tigers games. The winners - who will be contacted by Club Ryde - are: Donna Chalmers of East Ryde; and Kesarin Chaikrongsap of Eastwood. ‘Disney On Ice presents 100 Years of Wonder is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air. Beecroft gets an EV station It is located at the Beecroft Village car park and was installed this week by JOLT Charge, on the Ausgrid substation kiosk. JOLT Charge is powered by 100% certified GreenPower energy and provides EV drivers with free, fast charging for up to 7kWh across the JOLT network each day to provide a driving range of 50kms. “JOLT is excited to launch our partnership with Ausgrid in the Hornsby Shire, where we’ve witnessed a rapid increase of EV ownership, with almost 1,000 EVs on Hornsby roads and growing,” JOLT CEO, Doug McNamee said. Hornsby Shire Mayor Philip Ruddock AO said he is pleased to see the new charging site in Beecroft. “This new charging station here at Beecroft provides our residents with greater access to charging networks in our local area, enabling the uptake of the EV initiative and playing our part in this motoring transformation.” The Shire adopted an Electric Vehicle Charging Stations on Public Land Policy in April 2020. Beecroft now has an electric vehicle (EV) charging station. ☐ Pictured at the opening of the new EV station on Monday are Scott Baynes, Senior Development Manager, JOLT; Hornsby Shire Mayor Philip Ruddock and Nick Black, Head of Commercial Development, Ausgrid.

Wednesday 28 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 3 OFF *RRP 9427 9312 I 1300 925 463 Showroom - BY APPOINTMENT 14/2-6 Chaplin Drive, Lane Cove West JB’s World JUDY HARRIS Ryde Citizen of the Year 2011 and president of Ryde Lions Club and member of Ryde Lantern Club heads This Week’s TWT Birthday Honours List celebrating 80 golden years this Friday with hubby Brian and children and grandchildren. Vera Webber of North Ryde and widow of the late Max Webber also celebrates Friday same day as Sharon Lockett of dragon boat fame and Johanna Sciancalepore who was TWT Gladesville Christmas Festival Teen Queen in 2013 and turns 29 Friday. * * * M A G D A L E N A “MAMI” EICHMEY- ER TRUJILLO fourth and youngest daughter of Ulrike celebrates today in Vienna with her musical husband Sergio and children Martina and Mathias. But not before she has auditioned for a major cello role in one of Austria’s major orchestras. Mami met Sergio when she was the lead cello player in the Columbian Symphony Orchestra in Bogota and they now reside in Vienna. All five children are musical and play at least two instruments each including organ, violin, viola, trumpet, cello, harp, guitar, piano to name a few. In fact at our church wedding at Lake Attersee some years ago all children and other family members provided the music and entertainment. Ian Henderson celebrates 83 in Ryde today. * * * PRINCESS DI BARTOK of former Northern District Times editor fame celebrates 68 Friday and is now working at a new local paper in Parramatta and we wish them well. Alice Day of Epping who was first runner-up in 2017 TWT Gladesville Christmas Festival Teen Queen Quest also celebrates Friday turning 22 years. * * * ELISABETH EICH- MEYER third daughter of our Ulrike will be celebrating her birth- day on Saturday and JB won’t be too far away in rehab to participate in the celebrations with her Mutti (and my frau Ulrike) and Lisi’s children Sarah and Michael aka Mischi. Alan Oertel Immediate Past President of Ryde Rotary Club and Hub news bulletin edi- tor turns a Terrific Thirty Two Sunday and seven year’s membership of Ryde Rotary. * * * ARMANDA (MANDY) GIBBS youngest daughter of my late cousin Dr Bill Gibbs OBE former chief me- teorologist in Australia and later head of the World Met Office in Geneva Switzerland celebrates in Melbourne Monday. Mandy’s dad is credited with the greatest progress in weather forecasting in Australian history with introduction of satellites and other revolutionary methods. He never saw his father William Taylor Gibbs who was shipped off to World War 1 two weeks after he was born and he was killed in France aged 23 in 1917. This time five years ago JB visited Villers-Bretonneux where my dad Arthur John Booth served when he was sixteen and his big brother Henry was killed in action there aged twenty in 1918 and we went on to see Uncle Will’s name on the Menin Gate. Judy Mitchell better half of Rob Mitchell of Ryde also celebrates Monday while Ann O’Shannassy celebrates an anniversary as member of the Rotary Club of Ryde as does Gulzar Dass. * * * DIANE LOVETT of Greenwich and JB cous- in celebrates Tuesday with daughter and JB Goddaughter Amanda Kate Lester with granddaughter Chloe Gwendoline Lester and young son Harrison with hubby and daddy Nick. Former Ryde council- lor Larry Chung Ka Chin turns 68 also celebrating Tuesday. * * * JOHN ALEXAN- DER OAM former MP for Bennelong celebrates three score and eleven memorable years this Tuesday as a tennis champion, successful businessman and more recently as the popular local federal Member of Parliament. He has been a strong advocate for fast rail travel and we hope he may become even more strident in waking up some of his former fellow MPs into the most urgent need of new clean coal powered electricity, plus using our abundant supply of uranium for the cleanest of all energy supplies with nuclear power. And the other most urgent need is for more dams. The one and only commodity nobody can do without is water. Yet seems to be the most evasive in the minds of our elected politicians. Do we need to have another season of water restrictions with the Water Nazis around fining everybody for us to wake up? The Water Nazis have been replaced ☐ JB during his visit to Villers-Brettoneux five years ago. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO ☐ Former Member for Bennelong, John Alexander OAM. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO (A. Stavrinos) by the Police being instructed by Governments to act as gestapo fining innocent people for not hiding their fac- es with ridiculous masks which the real medical science says is unproductive and likely to do more harm to the wearer than catching covid. Happy daze all.. * * * BUMPER STICKER: I had some words with my wife and she had some paragraphs with me! Keep Smiling! - JOHN F BOOTH AM Australian-made ferries to take to Parramatta River The new Parramatta Class ferries have been designed by Incat Crowthers, leading naval engineers based in the Northern Beaches of Sydney. “The NSW Government is committed to building things here again to create jobs, boost manufacturing and end the failed offshore imports of the previous Liberal Government,” NSW Premier Chris Minns said. “This commitment will produce Aussie-made NSW-designed ferries equipped with modern propulsion technology to ferry passengers well into the future.” “I’m looking forward to the day I can announce a brand new NSW built ferry. It won’t be easy, and it will take time, but we are determined to do it.” The NSW Government said the Parramatta Class ferry design would be a vast improvement on the 10 overseas-made River Class vessels that entered service in October 2021 under the previous Liberal-National Government. It said issues that plagued the River Class included: Not being able to fit under some bridges with passengers on the top deck; Asbestos; Sub-standard fit and finish; Wheelhouse window angles making night operations dangerous. Engine stalling; Potential of fires or electrocution caused by sub-standard electrical equipment; and sub-standard steering components, were other noted issues. SEVEN NEW Australian-made ferries will take to Parramatta River after the NSW Government awarded the construction tender to Richardson Devine Marine Shipbuilders in Hobart. ☐ What the new Parramatta Class ferries will look like The approximately 43 defects pushed their service commencement dates out by well over a year. Transport for NSW has worked closely with the naval architects, operator Transdev and union representatives to ensure the faults that plagued the River Class ferries are not repeated. While aesthetically similar, the new Parramatta-class vessels won’t include upper deck seating that was deemed too dangerous to be used when passing under Camellia Railway Bridge and Gasworks Bridge. The new ferries will also be future-proofed, allowing for future conversion to electric propulsion as battery, charging and engine technologies improve. Ferry engines are usually replaced after five years of service, providing a number of opportunities to make these upgrades during the 25-30 year working life of the Parramatta Class ferries. The seven new vessels will replace seven Cairnsbuilt RiverCat vessels, which are ready to retire after 30 years of faithful service. “The RiverCats have served the Parramatta River faithfully for over 30 years, these new ferries will have the same 200 person capacity, while using 40 per cent less diesel,” NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen said. “It’s exciting to be supporting Australian manufacturing, with ferries that are ready for a net-zero future.” The RiverCat vessels were the first passenger ferries to chart a course all the way to Parramatta wharf in 1993. Construction of the new ferries will begin in July. NSW Labor says over the last decade NSW has lost 42,000 manufacturing jobs in the same time that Victoria only lost 27,000 and QLD gained 6,000. “What’s more, NSW has missed out on 4,000 more jobs due to offshoring,” it said in a statement. “The NSW Government is committed to building things here again.” But the Opposition said the ferry announcement was another broken promise, saying it falls short of the Labor Government’s commitment to build public transport vehicles in NSW. “Firstly, this investment in providing world-class public transport services was secured under the former Liberal and Nationals Government,” Shadow Minister for Transport Natalie Ward said. “This is a great deal for Tasmanian workers, but workers in NSW are getting shafted by a Premier who is now sending jobs he promised them to another state. “Manufacturing elements of the Sydney Ferry fleet in Tasmania is not a revolutionary step in domestic manufacturing, the previous Government utilised the capability during our time in office.” She said in 2015 the Liberals and Nationals Government awarded Incat Tasmania a contract to build six new ferries in its Hobart Shipyard and in 2020, it announced three new Emerald class ferries were to be completed in Port Macquarie with 70% Australian content for the ferries including all the design, procurement, engineering, and project management for the project. “This announcement is a smokescreen by the Government to cover up for the facts that they haven’t delivered on their election commitments and can’t guarantee when the jobs they promised will be available,” Mrs Ward said.

4 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 HUNTER’S HILL HAPPENINGS with Mayor Zac Miles Hunters Hill Spring Garden Competition This exciting event, jointly presented by our Council and the Rotary Club of Hunters Hill, is providing a great platform for Hunters Hill to celebrate its standing as Australia’s oldest garden suburb. The competition will showcase our amazing local gardens, native habitats, balconies and courtyards, streetscapes and public spaces and help raise funds for the maintenance and restoration of the historic Hillman Orchard, located beside Vienna Cottage on Alexandra Street. Entries are free to all residents living in the Hunters Hill local government area and will be open until 18 August. So, there’s plenty of time to perfect your plots! Judging will take place in Spring with finalists to be announced at a Gala evening in October 2023. The community will be able to enjoy the splendour of select entrants gardens during an open garden weekend. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the beauty of our suburb and showcase our pride-of-place to our community – all while being in the running for some great prizes. For more information about the competition and registrations, visit www. huntershill.nsw.gov.au/garden. Free kids holiday activities Our library and community space, The YARN, hosts a variety of free workshops and activities for kids each school holidays. During the July break, we are offering several workshops for primary and high school-aged participants. A ‘sticker by numbers’ session, on Wednesday 5 July from 2pm, will encourage teens to release their inner artist. To celebrate the culture of our First Nations people this NAIDOC Week, we are offering a themed craft session for youngsters aged 4 to 10 years on Friday 7 July from 11am. Children aged 5 to 10 years are invited to play a range of engaging and educational games at an Osmo Playspace coding session on Friday July 14 from 11am. All events are free but registrations are required. Go to www.huntershill. nsw.gov.au/events for more details. While at The YARN, be sure to drop by for our regular free storytime sessions for children aged 3 to 6 years and their carers, which will continue each Wednesday at 11am during the school holidays. . Clr Zac Miles is Mayor of Hunter’s Hill It’s time for local gardeners and green thumbs to get the gloves on and showcase their work for the 2023 Hunters Hill Spring Garden Compe- tition - entries open this Saturday (1 July). Hunters Hill Guest Column Recently the Rotary Club of Hunters Hill celebrated its 65th birthday. The Club was chartered 65 years ago on An- To The POINT zac Day in 1958 and at the birthday celebration took the opportunity to raise funds for the victims of the New Zealand Cyclone and flood. The Cyclone left thousands of displaced locals with at least four dead. Attendees at the birthday function gave generously and as a result a $10,000 cheque was sent to assist the Rotary Clubs in the Napier region providing help and assistance to the most in need and most affected by the crisis. Closer to home the Rotary Club of Hunters Hill is delighted to be involved in organising the ‘Hunters Hill Garden Competition 2023’ in conjunction with the Hunters Hill Council. The initial meeting on this event was held earlier in the year with the Mayor Zac Miles and other Councillors including Felicity McCaffrey from ‘Clifton’ heritage home. Many great suggestions were made with proposed action plans for the competition. As Australia’s ‘First Garden Suburb’ it is appropriate that such a competition be held and the Rotary Club is looking forward to working closely with the local residents on this exciting community event. It revives a program initiated and run by the Rotary Club in the 1990s called the ‘Rotary Townscape Awards’. One year, it was won by Lang Walker and his large magnificent garden at ‘Milthorpe’ in Hunters Hill. There are five different categories in the competition and entry will be FREE. This year all funds raised from the event will be directed to the upkeep of the ‘Hillman Orchard’, found at the rear of the National Trust listed Vienna Cottage. Registration opens on July 1st with judging to take place in September. How Rotary supports the community By Charles Amos LETTERS to the Editor TWT welcomes letters from our readers. You can submit yours at: weeklytimes.com.au/letters Full name, address and telephone number MUST be supplied for letters sent by mail, even if not for publication. Send to: TWT PO Box 123, Ryde NSW 1680 No rest for our railway repairers Dear Sir, There was no long weekend lounging (earlier this month) for the small army of rail workers as they invaded Denistone station and busily upgraded many of its facilities. Improved access for wheelchairs, prams and bikes, a new toilet for platform 1-2, resurfacing platforms, re-tiling and repainting waiting rooms, reprofiling steps and installing solar power for new lifts were just some of their good works. None of this would’ve been done if our rail systems were privatised like in declining USA, where big business profit trumps all, resulting in such essential infrastructure falling into dangerous disrepair, as two big derailments in Ohio this year showed. RICHARD POWER Denistone NDIS rorts Dear Sir, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) rorts and over-servicing have cost the good ol’ Australian taxpayer a massive $74 billion over the past 10 years, as revealed by the NDIS Minister, Bill Shorten on ABC’s Q&A recently. So as we all are told by the RBA to stop spending, this Federal Government program is now seen by some NDIS Operators as a licence to print money as they overcharge for basic services to the disabled members of society. One Australian family on the Q&A show with two autistic kids with ADHD were told by NDIS their family wasn’t ”disabled enough” to qualify for any government support. It seems that NDIS has just discovered it has a budget problem, but rather than crack down on all the rorts and overservicing, it is now culling genuine families from the NDIS program to save dollars. If ever we needed another Royal Commission, it is now, to reign in the out-of-control NDIS, before the country goes broke. CHRISTOPHER PIKE Ryde Deputy Mayor spits dummy on criticism Her outburst during Monday night’s meeting followed revelations the council could run a deficit of around eight million dollars over the next decade. Hunters Hill Trust spokesman Dr Alister Sharp told the meeting that unless the council balanced its budget it would be forcibly amalgamated with Hunter’s Hill Deputy Mayor Elizabeth Krassoi has lashed out at critics of the council. ☐ Hunter’s Hill Deputy Mayor Elizabeth Krassoi a neighbouring council and he reiterated the Trust’s opposition to council supporting non-essential development projects. Of particular concern is council spending more than a million dollars on the sports building in Boronia Park. Around 41 percent of the municipality is non-rateable and includes schools and bushland areas used by the broader community with no return to council, which must also bear the brunt of state government cost shifting as well as an increase in the cost of works. But the Deputy Mayor said she’s sick of people criticising the General Manager, councillors and staff because roads and parks are in the best condition they’ve been in for the last 20 years and the council communicates well with a supportive local community. “I just can’t abide this criticism anymore,’’ she said. Cumberland Gang Show is back for 2023 Info & tickets: gangshow.asn.au Cumberland Gang Show returns to the Riverside Theatre in 2023 these school holidays. The Scouts and Guides of Western Sydney invite you to join them as they Ignite the stage! The cast ranges in age from 8 to 30+ and are beyond excited to bring you this year’s show. Ignite is a revue style show which means every couple of minutes the scene changes and something new appears. Meet Caesar in Egypt, see the amazing tap-dancing Nannas, find out about the mysterious Project X, pay tribute to our incredible emergency services and so much more! If you have never seen a Cumberland Gang Show before, make this your first, it won’t be your last. Scouts Centenary Barbecue Lunch The 1st North Ryde Scouts will host a Centenary BBQ at the Scout Hall on Sunday, July 23 from 10am to 3pm. The BBQ is FREE and the Hall is located at 225 Cox’s Road in North Ryde. There will be displays by scouts, joeys and cubs throughout the day. For enquiries contact Shirley Brown on 0428 869 041. To advertise in The Weekly Times’ upcoming tribute to the Centenary email [email protected] Full details can be found at www.huntershill. nsw.nsw.gov.au/garden. In the spirit of helping raise funds for Medical Research the Rotary Club of Hunters Hill has organised a ‘Gala’ Dinner evening with Maggie Beer AO, well known for her Cooking shows and food foundation. Her foundation has been active in improving food nutrition for elderly members of the community, particularly those in care. She will be joined by Prof. Ralph Martins AO, a specialist in Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Ralph is currently conducting Alzheimer’s disease research with 300 volunteers from the local community at Macquarie University. Together, Maggie and Ralph will present as ‘the Cook and the Professor’ at the Hunters Hill Club on 2nd August along with other entertainers and a two course meal. The fundraiser will be at the Hunters Hill Club and tickets are available and can be purchased online at www.trybooking.com/CIUTT. All funds raised from the function are being donated to Dementia/Alzheimer’s Research and Maggie’s Food Foundation. The Rotary Club of Hunters Hill would love to hear from you if you are interested in joining by contacting Charles Amos on 0414 918 976. President Charles Amos is a long serving Hunters Hill Rotary Club member who has held several senior positions.

205 people gathered at The QVB Ballroom on May 31 to celebrate the Excellence in Baking national competition for apprentice bakers and pastry cooks. The Awards night also had a very special guest of honour - The Governor of NSW Margaret Beazley AC KC who assisted in the presentations. This year the BAA inducted Janet Blythman from Qld for her services to the baking industry. Maylee Howard from Geelong won the 2023 Apprentice Pastry Cook of the Year. And Caleb Braszell from Caulfield won the Apprentice Baker of the Year in a clean sweep for Victoria. Congratulations to all. BAKING ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA CELEBRATES AWARDS Tony Smith I Executive Officer I 0410 511 414 Wednesday 28 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 5 POLICE NEWS Marsfield couple assaulted in break and enter incident The suspect is alleged to have entered the home around 1.20am on Tuesday, June 20 while a couple inside were asleep. “The male offender picked up a remote television controller and struck the male occupant on his head, stomach and back,’’ police said. “This male offender then went into the bathroom and stomped on a set-top television box, destroying it.” The female occupant contacted police and the offender is alleged to have seized her mobile phone and smashed it. “The male offender then took a backpack belonging to the male and threatened the female,’’ police said. “He then left having stolen the backpack containing a laptop, clothing and tools.” Police found him nearby and a search retrieved the stolen goods. He was charged with multiple offences related to the break and enter. *** AN ALLEGED DRUG DRIVER was arrested in Hunters Hill around 7am on Wednesday, June 14. Police said they stopped his Mitsubishi Triton on Ryde Road for a minor traffic offence and the driver was submitted to a roadside drug test that provided a positive result to Cannabis. “While speaking to the driver, police noticed the strong smell of Cannabis emanated from the vehicle and the driver handed over tins containing the drug,” police said. He was arrested and a second drug test is alleged to have provided a positive result to Cannabis. He was given a 24hr notice of prohibition from driving and was charged with possess prohibited drug and a defective vehicle offence. *** A CANNABIS CAUTION was issued to a man at Kissing Point Wharf in Putney at 8pm on Monday, June 19. Police allege the man was one of two people in a darkened vehicle shining a torch. A search found a small bag of cannabis and the cannabis caution was issued. Police arrested a suspect who allegedly broke into a home in Marsfield and attacked the occupants last week. Hunters Hill Planning Panel knocks back Montefiore Gateway application In a decision on Thursday, the Panel ruled that “adequate time for assessment of the Proposal by the Local Planning Panel is needed” and “there is a need for contextual understanding of the impacts of similar aged care sites within the Municipality.” The decision recommended a conservation plan to assess the whole site - which includes the heritage garden and synagogue - and it should be prepared by an independent heritage expert. “The Panel also recommends wider community consultation prior to Gateway Determination including providing information on the process of a Planning Proposal and Gateway Determination,’’ it said. Hunter’s Hill councillors on Monday night voted to adopt a recommendation from senior staff to defer any decision to support or oppose sending the proposal for Gateway Determination until further assessment by council staff is carried out. Montefiore had sought Panel support which would require the Local Environ- ment Plan to be amended to allow it to build two six storey independent living apartment blocks at the centre of the site and four storey apartment blocks on its perimeter. Community speakers at Monday night’s council meeting opposed the so called “three hundred million dollar” Montefiore Hunter’s Hill’s Local Planning Panel has recommended against sending Boro- nia Park’s Montefiore Aged Care planning proposal for Gateway Determina- tion until further investigations are carried out. proposal and there was speculation Montefiore (Hunters Hill) wants to become a property developer of premium apartments for ‘top end’ buyers. Montefiore Redevelopment Community Action Association President Bob Hayes spoke at the council meeting and at the planning panel hearing. “To say that the Montefiore Rezoning Planning Proposal and redevelopment proposals will impact the character, integrity, amenity and identity of established neighbourhoods in Hunters Hill is a significant understatement,’’ he said. “These proposals are in direct contravention of the fundamental principles, aims and objectives of the current existing Local Environment Plans and likely future Local Environment Plans.” He said approval to extend local building height levels from two storeys to six to suit Montefiore would set a dangerous precedent. “The Planning Proposal certainly fails in its claim that it is retaining and reinforcing the local character of existing low-density housing within the adjacent urban area,” he said. A report to councillors by senior Hunter’s Hill staff says Montefiore has responded to community concerns. “The development, as envisioned through the Planning Proposal, master- plan and site-specific Development Control Plan, seeks to respond to, and remain consistent with the unique qualities of the site and the Hunters Hill Local Government Area including local character and heritage,” it says. It only made a passing reference to possible developer contributions. “The proponent has indicated that they are open to negotiating with Council with regard to public benefits through a Voluntary Planning Agreement however, to date no such offer or negotiations have taken place.’’ Mayor Zac Miles said on Monday night: “A V.P.A is not just a good idea, it is absolutely necessary.” Another ICAC FAIL after watchdog’s elephant pace exacerbates “public political lynching” Ms Berejiklian unwittingly assumed a starring role when public hearings, which commenced in September 2020, revealed she had a “close personal relationship” with Mr Maguire. The report will be handed down tomorrow (Thursday, June 29) and while its focus will largely be on Mr Maguire, what it says about Ms Berejiklian will determine whether her nightmare continues. Despite the protracted ICAC smear, Ms Berejiklian remains popular within the community and has moved on to a corporate role with Macquarie Park-based telco Optus since stepping down as Premier in 2021, after repeatedly denied any wrongdoing, including in response to ICAC announcing she was being investigated at the height of the state’s COVID restrictions in 2021. Now at long last, Liberal Party powerbroker, Hornsby MP and long-time Berejiklian ally Matt Kean has spoken up, calling for ICAC’s investigations to be kept secret until final findings are ready to be made public. It’s a shame Mr Kean didn’t lead the charge for reform, including the introduction of an exoneration protocol, while he was at the height of his power as the state’s Treasurer. “The unacceptable, unexplained and repeated delays delivering this report may have been forgiven if they didn’t come after a public political lynching that effectively ended Ms Berejiklian’s premiership,” Mr Kean said. “If ICAC can’t manage an effective process, reform is needed to limit the integrity body to making only final findings public.” Mr Kean’s comments – echoed privately by many within his party and among many other politicians of different political persuasion - came ahead of the release of the Operation Keppel findings which are expected to generate a media feeding frenzy. Reform could yet be on the cards, with the premier, Chris Minns, insisting he was “prepared to sit down and talk” with anyone who had a reasonable proposal to reform the body, including what ICAC itself wants. “I want to see what the ICAC report says,” he said on Monday. “In addition to any findings they make about THE NSW ICAC has a hell of a lot to answer for - its latest failure being the unfathomable delay in handing down its report on Operation Keppel, which has already taken out popular NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian with its probe into former Wagga Wagga MP Daryl Maguire. ☐ Former Wagga Wagga MP Daryl Maguire individuals, they’ll make recommendations to government about changes. It’s important that we’re able to look at that independently and assess it on its merits. “Any agency that’s responsible for investigating public officials or members of the public has to deliver findings in as short space of time as possible.” Commissioner, Ruth McColl, was expected to hand down the report last year, but was twice delayed before announcing last week that it would be given to the parliament’s presiding officers on Thursday. The body has blamed “complex matters of law and fact” and the quantity of evidence pulled as part of the investigation for the delays that have drawn criticism from across the political spectrum, but especially from Liberals. Earlier this month, Maguire was charged with giving false and misleading evidence in relation to a separate corruption watchdog inquiry called Operation Dasha involving Canterbury council. ☐ Former NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian

6 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 Ryde abolishes library fines Going fine free will kick off with a threemonth amnesty running between July and September when members who return overdue items will have their fines waived. All members who return their overdue items during the amnesty period will receive a free, welcome back to the library pack, with a special library lovers tote bag, a new replacement library card, a City of Ryde Libraries have abolished overdue book fines. library card holder and bookmarks. However borrowing privileges will still be suspended until items are returned. Mayor Sarkis Yedelian OAM said the fine free scheme had already proven a hit at other libraries throughout Australia and was a welcome new policy in Ryde. “The core mission of our libraries is to strengthen and support the community, particularly in tough economic times,” he said. “Research has shown that financial penalties disproportionately impact those least able to afford it in our communities who depend on access to library services, so by removing overdue fines we are lifting any financial barriers and encouraging returns of current overdue items, opening access to the full range of free services available across the libraries.” For more details, go to: www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/finefree ☐ City of Ryde libraries have books in community languages. I strangled Ryde businesswoman! Killer sentenced to 27 years jail Cecilia’s former partner Mario Marcelo Santoro (40) was convicted of strangling her in an attempt to “shut The Brazilian man found guilty of killing thirty eight year old Ryde businesswoman Cecilia Haddad in April, 2018 was sentenced to 27 yeas in jail by a Rio De Janeiro court on Friday. ☐ Cecilia Haddad is pictured on the waterfront in Meadowbank. ☐ Convicted killer Mario Marcelo Santoro. her up” after he broke into her Ryde apartment and an argument broke out. He then dumped her body in the Lane Cove River before he fled to Brazil days later. Santoro had previously refused to testify but broke down in tears when he confessed to the murder last week and begged her family for forgiveness. “She fell limp in my arms, I don’t remember if she hit her head on the floor, but I picked her up, desperate and put her on the sofa and she wouldn’t wake up,” he said. In handing down the maximum sentence, Judge Legay Vermelho said Santoro had been uncooperative. “The defendant only confessed in the jury room, after extensive evidentiary material had been produced against him,” he said. “He did not confess before the Australian police when he arrived in Brazil, he did not confess before the Brazilian investigators nor before the judicial stages he had gone through up to that day.” Prosecutor Fernando Aguiar told the trial there was “a very large amount of evidence” against Santoro and “the result was what we expected”. Santoro’s lawyer Rubem Vianna said they intend to appeal the sentence and argue that he did not plan to kill Cecilia. Accompanied by a priest in court, Santoro also begged the Haddad family to forgive him but Cecila’s mother Maria Lucia Muller was distraught and brother Joao Haddad said their “five-year battle” for justice had finally arrived. Mrs Muller later spoke with reporters. “Justice has been done in Brazil’s standard, of course, because if it were for me it would be death penalty but we don’t have this here so we got the maximum that we could,” she said. Santoro was convicted of aggravated homicide, asphyxiation, femicide and concealment of a body. The charge of femicide was recently introduced in Brazil in response to a high rate of domestic violence killings. New South Wales’ detectives had evidence Santoro’s phone had been traced to Cecilia’s Ryde apartment around the time of the murder and his shoes had been found at the end of Angelo Street in Woolwich, where he may have made an attempt to dispose of her body in the harbour. Cecilia’s friends also gave evidence that Santoro had been stalking her and she feared for her life after she had decided to end her relationship with him amid claims he was unemployed and financially dependent on her income as a mining industry executive. Mrs Muller also recalled a final phone call with her daughter when Santoro could be heard banging on her front door. In Ryde in 2018, a murder investigation was launched within days of her disappearance after her red Fiat was found at West Ryde railway station and after detectives were told she had missed several appointments. She was last seen at a barbecue with friends a few days before her body was found in the Lane Cove River on April 29 by a group of kayakers and it had been weighed down by gym weights placed in the pockets of her khaki cargo pants. Cecilia had been in a relationship with Santoro before she relocated to Australia ten years ago. It was alleged Santoro fled Sydney to avoid extradition as Brazil is reluctant to hand over its citizens to face trial overseas. Bus crashes in Drummoyne Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) reports the bus collided with a ute and a car near the intersection of Victoria Road and Lyons Road around noon and the bus ended up on top of a metre-high concrete road divider. Firefighters helped free the driver of the ute who was trapped in the wreckage and freed the bus by the use of stabilisation equipment and a chain pull system. Three people were treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics at the scene but there are no reports of serious injuries. Traffic was held up for several hours on Victoria Road on Thursday after a bus crash. ☐ The crashed bus in Drummoyne. Local library short-listed for ‘world’s best’ award It joins the Janez Vajkard Valvasor Library in Slovenia, the Gabriel García Márquez Library in Spain and the Shanghai Library East in China on the short list which appraises li- braries on their functional architecture, creative IT solutions and their role in strengthening local culture. The winner of Public Library of the Year will be announced in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, on August 21. Lord Mayor Sameer Pandey said Parramatta is thrilled to be short listed. “Our library is home to more than 65,000 books and importantly celebrates so many local stories,’’ he said. “However, it’s more than just a place to read with creative and maker Parramatta’s new library - housed in the City’s iconic PHIVE building - has been short listed by The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions as one of four global finalists for Public Library of the Year. spaces, exhibition spac- es and a packed program of learning experiences making it a place for in- spiration, discovery and connection.” He described the library as an urban lounge room and a learning space for future generations. “Its connection to Parramatta Square has created an urban lounge room for our City and a place where the community can come together, create, collaborate and learn,’’ he said. “These awards will shine a global spotlight on just how special it is.” PHIVE was designed by French firm Manuelle Gautrand Architecture and is one of Australia’s first carbon neutral buildings.

Wednesday 28 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 7 /CityofRyde www.ryde.nsw.gov.au Customer Service Centre 1 Pope Street, Ryde (within Top Ryde City shopping centre) Locked Bag 2069, North Ryde NSW 1670 P: 9952 8222 E: [email protected] Your City News CORK & FORK RETURNS I’m thrilled that we were able to reschedule our popular annual food and wine festival Cork & Fork by the Riverside after its unfortunate cancellation in May and I’m looking forward to seeing everyone at Kissing Point Park, Putney, on Sunday 2 July. There will be a great selection of gourmet food on offer as well as some delicious boutique wines from the Mudgee and Hunter Valley regions plus locally made spirits and craft beer. Running from 10.00am - 4.00pm, it promises to be a great day out for the whole family, with live music and plenty of activities for the kids to enjoy, all on the picturesque banks of the Parramatta River. So, bring a picnic blanket and lots of good cheer – this much-loved event is not to be missed. For more details: ryde.events/corkandfork LET’S GET CREATIVE We’re excited to announce our Youth Creative Competition 2023, a tremendous new opportunity for artists and writers aged 12-24 who live, work, or study in the Council area to have their talents recognised. The competition will be held across three age groups - 12-15, 16-19, and 20-24 - with entries in both the Art and Writing Categories to address the theme: ‘Hope for the Future’. Entries are open from 1 July - 31 October and I’m looking forward to seeing what the amazing creative spirit across the City of Ryde can produce. For more details: www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/ creativecomp CALLING ALL GARDENERS Another annual event that showcases our community’s hands-on creativity is the Spring Garden Competition, which has been keeping our keen green thumbs active for more than 30 years. We are one of the few local councils still organising a garden competition and it gives us a chance to not only make some beautiful outdoor spaces but to keep active and creative. Entries in the 10 different categories are open from 1 July - 31 August and winners will be decided by a panel of appointed garden judges and horticulture professionals. For more details: www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/ gardencomp City of Ryde Mayor, Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM, with Clr Roy Maggio, who initiated the Cork & Fork event. HAVE YOUR SAY OPEN COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS You are invited to have your say about documents, projects and proposals that are currently on public exhibition, or provide feedback on services and concerns that affect the community. • NSW RFS | Bush Fire Risk Management Plan (Closing 18 July 2023) • Charity Creek Cascades - Dog Off-Leash Trial (Closing 6 September 2023) • Dog Off-Leash Trials 2023 (Closing 20 March 2024) Want to find out more? To find out more about one of the above projects or for information on how to provide feedback, please visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/haveyoursay or call Customer Service on 9952 8222. Sincerely, Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM Mayor Phone 9952 8222 [email protected] GARAGE SALES 10.00am - 59 Lane Cove Road, Ryde 8.00am - 2.00pm - 16 Woodbine Crescent, Ryde List your garage sale for free at www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/garagesales Received between 15 and 21 June 2023 LDA2023/0152 16 Myra Ave RYDE LDA2023/0153 20 Hermitage Rd WEST RYDE MOD2023/0122 11 Khartoum Rd MACQUARIE PARK MOD2023/0124 427 Blaxland Rd DENISTONE EAST LDA2023/0150 123 Melba Dr EAST RYDE LDA2023/0154 13 Pidding Rd RYDE LDA2023/0156 159 Princes St PUTNEY MOD2023/0119 73 Wharf Rd GLADESVILLE MOD2023/0128 190 Charles St PUTNEY APL2023/0002 29 Trelawney St EASTWOOD LDA2023/0151 33 Anthony Rd DENISTONE LDA2023/0155 6 Hall St WEST RYDE MOD2023/0120 100-108 Talavera Rd MACQUARIE PARK MOD2023/0127 34 Trelawney St EASTWOOD Determined between 15 to 21 June 2023 LDA2022/0409 36 Fawcett St RYDE LDA2023/0012 15 Baringa St NORTH RYDE LDA2023/0103 24 Samuel St RYDE LDA2023/0088 49 Phillip Rd PUTNEY LDA2023/0092 15 Magdala Rd NORTH RYDE LDA2023/0096 39 Delhi Rd NORTH RYDE MOD2023/0026 78 Champion Rd TENNYSON POINT LDA2023/0024 Bldg 1 160 Herring Rd MACQUARIE PARK LDA2023/0105 122 Herring Rd MACQUARIE PARK MOD2022/0172 13 Auld Ave EASTWOOD DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED & DETERMINED For full details of the development applications received and determined visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/eServices EVENTS IN OUR CITY SAT 1 JULY For more information contact 9952 8222 or visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/NAIDOC to view the full list of NAIDOC Week events. Join us this NAIDOC Week to celebrate, acknowledge and pay our respects to our First Nations Elders both past and present and the important role they hold in their communities and families. On the day we will have a • Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony • Performances by the Illume Girls and Kiris An Taran dance troupe • Bush Tucker talk • Story of the Didgeridoo • Free BBQ from 12.00pm and much more.

8 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 King’s Birthday Honours 2023 Captain Greg Mcilwaine AFSM Rhodes Appointed to NSW Fire Brigade on 15 June 1966, Greg has 56 years’ service and was commended for his exemplary level of commitment and professionalism. He has been Captain at 66 Station Rhodes for the last 39 years, and has actively worked with council, community groups, building managers, and organisations to provide fire safety education and information. This has included an emphasis on highrise fire safety. Greg Captain has also been recognised for his focus on addressing fire risks and challenges and his outstanding character in engaging the community he serves. He recently took part in the TWT Feature on the Centenary of the Rhodes Fire Station. Captain Greg Mcilwaine of Rhodes has received the Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) for his commitment to service delivery and training, capability in rural communities, high-rise fire safety and the mentoring of new female firefighters. ☐ Greg McIlwaine Bennelong MP congratulates Pro- fessor Emeritus John Thomson AM John worked at Melbourne University and CSIRO Plant Industries in Canberra and then was Professor of Biology (Genetics) at Sydney University. He received his AM for “significant service to botanical research and tertiary education”. He was instrumental in establishing, and training staff, in molecular botanical study at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney and worked there as a Honorary Researcher for more than 20 years. John has researched and reorganised the taxonomy of bracken fern (pteridium) worldwide and is an acknowledged expert in this field. His final research paper came out in 2019 when he was 85 years old. “John has led a wonderful life,” Jerome Laxale, Member for Bennelong said. “His academic achievements have been extraordinary and he has passed his considerable knowledge and skill on to so many other people. “We are fortunate to have people such as John in our Bennelong community and I always thrilled when scientific expertise is recognised in the Australian Honours system.” Member for Bennelong Jerome Laxale recently visited King’s Birthday honours recipient, Professor Emeritus John Thomson AM at St Catherine’s Marsfied , to congratulate him on his achievement. ☐ Member for Bennelong Jerome Laxale visits John Thomson AM with his long-time friend Margaret Magyer at St Catherine’s Marsfield to congratulate him on his recent King’s Birthday Honour Ryde bus driver celebrates 50 years Mr Ivory from Girraween started his career as a bus conductor in 1972 and said he always had a fascination with buses. “As a young boy, I would always travel on the bus with my mum and brother, and I always had an innate curiosity about buses so as I got older, I thought this is something I need to do or I will regret it,” he said. “As soon as I was 18, I applied to become a bus conductor because back in those days you needed three years of training as a bus conductor first before becoming a bus driver.” Mr Ivory recalled his first day as a driver. “I was a bit nervous at first, but I was more excited about doing it because it was something that I had thought about since I was a young boy,” he said. “What I have learnt over the past 50 years, is that passengers are just people wanting to get from point A to point B without any hassle so every trip I do, I make sure I drive in a professional manner and make my passengers feel welcome.” He said one of the best compliments he received from a customer was when he was drivRyde Depot bus driver Ross Ivory will celebrate 50 years of service, this week. ☐ Ross Ivory on the bus in Ryde. ing across the Anzac Bridge and the traffic was just at a standstill. “The passenger said to me we beat all the traffic .. I can’t believe it!’” he said. He said he enjoys going out of his way to make sure his passengers arrived home safe and sound. “One woman was completely lost, and so I walked her up the street, found her house and made sure she got inside safe.” Ryde depot manager, Steve Bakous, says Ross Ivory’s outstanding achievement of 50 years in the bus industry is a testament to his professionalism and dedication to the transportation sector. “Ross has left an indelible mark on countless lives and the communities he has served,” Mr Bakous said.” “In my 18 years in the bus Industry, I have seen many people come and go, and leave their mark in some form, but Ross continues to power on, not only for himself but for the community. “Ross lent his extensive expertise and skills as a driver and assisted with the school liaison program where he helped educate students about buses, ensuring their learning pathway was an enjoyable journey. “His passion, dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment is highly commended at Busways to say the least.” Busways is actively recruiting drivers across New South Wales and encourages anyone who loves driving and is seeking a stable career serving their community to apply. To apply and or learn more about our current opportunities visit busdriver. au, or email driving@ busways.com.au

Wednesday 28 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 9 Recent local property sales* BALMAIN 7 College Street, 4B, 187.6 m2 , House $3,225,000 (23 Jun 23) Rita Lopresti, CobdenHayson Balmain 77 Palmer Street, 4B, 267 m2 , House $2,360,000 (23 Jun 23) Mark Bowis, CobdenHayson Balmain 3 Rowntree Street, 3B, 108 m2 , House $1,840,000 (20 Jun 23) Andrew Liddell, BresicWhitney Balmain BEECROFT 43A Malton Road, 4B, 851 m2 , House $3,862,000 (24 Jun 23) Belinda Hill, McGrath Beecroft 3.402/18 Hannah Street, 2B, Apartment $1,130,000 (21 Jun 23) Chloe Mawass, Stone Beecroft 71 Cardinal Avenue, 3B, 1,089 m2 , House $1,850,000 (20 Jun 23) Belinda Hill, McGrath Beecroft BREAKFAST POINT 110/3 Palm Avenue, 1B, Apartment $830,000 (21 Jun 23) Cameron Nicholls, Nicholls & Co Abbotsford CARLINGFORD 7/110-112 Adderton Road, 1B, Unit $505,000 (23 Jun 23) Ryan Kim, One Realty Lidcombe 1/213 Pennant Hills Road, 3B, 304 m2 , Townhouse $1,250,000 (22 Jun 23) Andrew Tour, McGrath Parramatta 30/44-46 Keeler Street, 2B, 117 m2 , Apartment $630,000 (22 Jun 23) Annie Zeng, Uniland Epping 82 Ebony Avenue, 4B, House $2,290,000 (21 Jun 23) Tian Hong, Ray White Epping 20/17-19 Jenkins Road, 1B, 78 m2 , Apartment $452,000 (21 Jun 23) Bobby Zhu, Ray White Parramatta 12/1-9 Shirley Street, 3B, Apartment $810,000 (20 Jun 23) Margot Brattoli, Showcase Realty Carlingford CONCORD 25 La Mascotte Avenue, 6B, House $3,260,000 (23 Jun 23) Alessio Scivetti, Horwood Nolan Drummoyne 11 Turner Avenue, 5B, 695.6 m2 , House $4,950,000 (22 Jun 23) Ben Horwood, Horwood Nolan Drummoyne CONCORD WEST 62 Queen Street, 3B, House $2,120,000 (24 Jun 23) Roger Agha, Belle Property Concord 19A King Street, 5B, 929.5 m2 , House $3,350,000 (22 Jun 23) Shane Sullivan, Horwood Nolan Drummoyne DENISTONE WEST 32 Mirool Street, 4B, 607 m2 , House $2,533,000 (24 Jun 23) Peter Horozakis, MyProperty Epping DRUMMOYNE 6/18 Drummoyne Avenue, 3B, Apartment $1,425,000 (21 Jun 23) Chris Volpatti, McGrath Coogee DUNDAS VALLEY 22 Hart Street, 2B, 626 m2 , House $1,340,000 (23 Jun 23) Katie Midson, Starr Partners Merrylands 2/2 Lord Avenue, 5B, 341 m2 , Duplex/ Semi-detached $1,800,000 (21 Jun 23) Millionaire Realty Oatlands EASTWOOD 25 Milton Avenue, 5B, 611.5 m2 , House $3,220,000 (25 Jun 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 45 Tarrants Avenue, 5B, 755 m2 , House $3,400,000 (24 Jun 23) Tracy Yap, Tracy Yap Epping 35 Wentworth Road, 5B, 601 m2 , House $2,700,000 (24 Jun 23) Chris Pennisi, Pello - Northern Suburbs 1/30 Fourth Avenue, 3B, 186 m2 , Villa $1,345,000 (23 Jun 23) Micheal Green, Green Real Estate West Ryde 3 Hockley Road, 4B, Duplex/Semi-detached $1,885,000 (21 Jun 23) Catherine Li, Ray White Epping EPPING 5 The Boulevarde, 4B, 692 m2 , House $2,150,000 (23 Jun 23) Allison Mifsud, First National Epping 43/24-32 Edensor Street, 2B, Apartment $700,000 (22 Jun 23) Laura (King Chi) Tam, Tracy Yap Chatswood 133 Kent Street, 5B, 860 m2 , House $4,300,000 (21 Jun 23) Tian Hong, Ray White Epping 3 Eyles Ave, 5B, 759 m2 , House $2,830,000 (21 Jun 23) Catherine Li, Ray White Epping 1701/2 Chester Street, 3B, Apartment $1,350,000 (21 Jun 23) John (Junrui) Huang, S1 Property Macquarie Park B03/23 Ray Road, 2B, Apartment $845,000 (21 Jun 23) Catherine Li, Ray White Epping 504/76 Rawson Street, 2B, Apartment $770,000 (21 Jun 23) David Cale, Cale Property Epping ERMINGTON 8/50 Marsden Road, 3B, 220 m2 , Villa $1,335,000 (24 Jun 23) Matthew Formosa, Belle Property Parramatta FIVE DOCK 10 Trevanion Street, 4B, 626 m2 , House $3,520,000 (23 Jun 23) Ben Horwood, Horwood Nolan Drummoyne GLADESVILLE 10 Rundle Place, 4B, 575.4 m2 , House $3,120,000 (24 Jun 23) Nicholas McEvoy, BresicWhitney Hunters Hill 202/1 Wharf Road, 2B, Apartment $725,000 (22 Jun 23) Robert Cassidy, Cassidy Gladesville 22 Mars Street, 4B, 524.8 m2 , House $2,300,000 (19 Jun 23) Michael Dowling, Pello - Northern Suburbs 5/12 Meriton Street, 2B, Apartment $750,000 (19 Jun 23) Robert Cassidy, Cassidy Gladesville HABERFIELD 13 Kingston Street, 4B, 752 m2 , House $3,300,000 (24 Jun 23) Michael Tringali, McGrath Leichhardt 216 Alt Street, 4B, 581 m2 , House $2,850,000 (23 Jun 23) Michael Tringali, McGrath Leichhardt HUNTERS HILL 10 Mary Street, 3B, 544 m2 , House $2,750,000 (24 Jun 23) Nicholas McEvoy, BresicWhitney Hunters Hill 18/71 Ryde Road, 2B, Apartment $910,000 (22 Jun 23) Cameron Nicholls, Nicholls & Co Abbotsford LANE COVE 38/62 Gordon Crescent, 1B, 77 m2 , Apartment $710,000 (22 Jun 23) Alex Banning, Raine & Horne Lane Cove LEICHHARDT 28 Excelsior Street, 3B, 280 m2 , House $2,265,000 (22 Jun 23) David Eastway, Hudson McHugh Leichhardt 18/89-91 Flood Street, 2B, Apartment $659,000 (22 Jun 23) David Carozza, CobdenHayson Annandale 302/25 Upward Street, 1B, Apartment $558,000 (22 Jun 23) Greg Timms, Rhodes Realty Rhodes MACQUARIE PARK 811/19 Halifax Street, 2B, Apartment $975,000 (20 Jun 23) Felix Lu Han, Century 21 Macquarie Park MARSFIELD 36 Mawarra Crescent, 5B, 675.8 m2 , House $2,800,000 (24 Jun 23) Daniel Lee, Belle Property Epping 12/203 Waterloo Road, 2B, Apartment $685,000 (20 Jun 23) Lawrence Liang, Tracy Yap Chatswood NORTH RYDE 914/1 Network Place, 2B, Apartment $910,000 (23 Jun 23) Bruce Li Tan, Triple S Wentworth Point 22 Stroud Street, 3B, 602 m2 , House $2,240,000 (20 Jun 23) Ken Digney, Bay.View.Beach Mona Vale PUTNEY 27 Delange Road, 3B, 673.5 m2 , House $3,660,000 (24 Jun 23) Stephanie O’Sullivan, The Agency - Hunters Hill RHODES 726/60 Walker Street, 2B, Apartment $755,000 (23 Jun 23) Jack Zhao, Ray White Rhodes 2207/87 Shoreline Drive, 2B, Apartment $1,300,000 (22 Jun 23) Tim, Property Jen & Tim Rhodes ROZELLE 405/8 Yara Avenue, 1B, 79 m2 , Apartment $820,000 (23 Jun 23) Scott Robertson, Balmain Realty Balmain RUSSELL LEA 19 Lea Avenue, 3B, 594.4 m2 , House $3,000,000 (20 Jun 23) Dib Chidiac, DibChidiac Concord RYDE 7 Addington Avenue, 5B, 604 m2 , House $3,920,000 (26 Jun 23) Robert Younis, First National West Ryde 36 Ronald Avenue, 5B, 348 m2 , Duplex/Semi-detached $2,455,000 (23 Jun 23) Alex Macri, Belle Property Ryde 4/292 Blaxland Road, 3B, Townhouse $1,050,000 (23 Jun 23) Ben Boutros, Ray White North Ryde 112/23 Porter Street, 1B, Apartment $520,000 (23 Jun 23) Xiaofeng Zhong, Grand Property Alliance Chatswood RYDALMERE 19 Crowgey Street, 7B, House $1,878,000 (24 Jun 23) Sandy Shi, Maison Bridge West Ryde 108 Park Road, 4B, 316.8 m2 , Duplex/ Semi-detached $1,513,202 (21 Jun 23) Matthew Formosa, Belle Property Parramatta STRATHFIELD 25 Fairway Circuit, 4B, 294 m2 , Townhouse $1,900,000 (22 Jun 23) Elie Semrani, Strathfield Partners Strathfield 51 Augusta Street, 5B, 638.6 m2 , House $4,050,000 (20 Jun 23) Norman So, Belle Property Strathfield 39 Augusta Street, 3B, 632.3 m2 , House $3,360,000 (20 Jun 23) Michael Murphy, McGrath Strathfield WAREEMBA 14 Wareemba Street, 4B, 500 m2 , House $2,580,000 (24 Jun 23) Marco Errichiello, Rich & Oliva Croydon Park WEST RYDE 6 Pearl Street, 2B, House $1,820,000 (26 Jun 23) Nick Matulic, First National West Ryde 5/80 Station Street, 2B, 101.3 m2 , Apartment $650,000 (22 Jun 23) Brian Kong, Stone Beecroft 7 Jayne Street, 3B, House $1,881,000 (21 Jun 23) Danny Jing, Ray White Carlingford 1209 Victoria Road, 5B, 540 m2 , House $1,500,000 (21 Jun 23) Ahmad Malas, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde (* This is not an exhaustive listing of local sales and represents only a sample of those reported) realeSTaTe&FINaNCe

10 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING & TAXATION SERVICES 0414 658 956 • Chartered Accountant & Registered Tax Agent • Provided at reasonable rates www.rgaccounting.com.au AIR CONDITIONING TOWN & COUNTRY AIR CONDITIONING 9481 0667 • Sales • Service • Installation • Repairs, • Preventative Maintenance. On all domestic, commercial & industrial, Air conditioners. www.townandcountryair.com.au AU18964 Lic 125392c ACE AIR CONDITIONING 0411 967 333 Sales, Repair & Install Split & Ducting A/C. Lic 236838c RYDE PROVEN AIR CONDITIONING 1300 776 247 All Air Conditioning Work Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship • Repairs • Service/Maintenance • Installation www.provenair.com.au 354131C AU52275 ALLIANCE CLIMATE CONTROL 8036 2372 Air Conditioning Installation, Service & Repairs. Receive $400* Cash-Back trade in old A/C Daikin & Fujitsu Specialist Dealer, Split & Ducted.t. www.alliancecc.com.au Lic 271472C ANTENNA MCA DIGITAL ANTENNA SPECIALIST 0431 444 111 Local Tech, free quotes Fully Ins, Pens Disc, Gov app 5 yrs warranty. ARCHITECTS PETER HALL ARCHITECTS P/L 9878 5850 P Hall Nom Arch. 3279 Experienced firm, capa- ble of handling all types of work, both residential and commercial, alterations or new. ASBESTOS REMOVAL ASBESTOS AWAY Tony 0405 317 807 * All types of Asbestos removal * Garages & Sheds Demolition * Asbestos Pick Ups & Inspections * Free Quotes * All areas * Fully compliant with Safe Work NSW Reg. * Fully Licensed & Insured www.asbestosawaysydney.com.au Facebook/Instagram: Asbestos Away Sydney Lic.Class B 210719 BALLUSTRADES WARD STEEL & ALUMINIUM 9645 6358 Manufacture & install steel, aluminium, stainless steel, glass ballustrades. Pool & garden fencing, auto gate. Custom & design services, free quote, helpful services. wardsteel.com.au BATHROOM RENOVATIONS SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS 9879 4855 7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110 Complete bathroom renovation for $20,999* including tiles and fittings to the value of $3,999* 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www.spinryde.com.au NSW Builders Licence 45000JP *Quoted prices are based on a 5m2 floor area and do not include asbestos or wall removal* BATHROOM RENOVATIONS (CONTINUED) JAYCORP RENOVATIONS 0424 261 818 Combined 30 years of experience in bathroom and kitchen renovations. Our aim is to restore, and recreate a timeless quality finish in your home. Please visit our website for recent projects. www.jaycorprenovations.com.au Lic 306197c A P S BATHROOMS 0410 454 165 Thinking of Renovating? Call us for a free quote Bathroom, Kitchen & Laundry Renovations. Over 20 years experience. Lic: 207688c HOPE RENOVATIONS Bill 0433 909 406 Over 20 years-experience in bathroom, laundry & balcony renovation. Tiling, waterproofing & carpentry service. Qualified & high-quality finish. Lic.205959C BEDDING BEDS & WALL BEDS 9879 4226 Quality Australian Inner Spring mattresses, Singles fr $139, Doubles fr $279, Queens fr $299. Fast local delivery. Huge range of mattresses, beds & manchester. Your local bed shop! Paul GIles New & Seconds Mattresses. 1A / 28 Buffalo Road, Gladesville BLINDS SUNSET WINDOW FURNISHINGS 8765 1733 Free measure & quote! Good quality. Holland blinds, vertical drapes & venetian blinds at factory prices. Washing & repairing of venetian blinds same day service. BLIND CLEANING FLEETMORE MOBILE BLIND CLEANING 1300 164 411 All blinds & curtains. Clean, repair & supply. Onsite service, pick up & deliver. Family business. BOOKEEPING FIRST CHOICE BOOKKEEPING Mary 0421 163 039 Bookkeeping & BAS Agent Service Over 20 years helping the small to medium sized businesses. www.firstchoicebk.com BRICKLAYERS QUALITY WORK GUARANTEED Gary 0431 163 114 GSH Bricklaying Front fences. Ret walls, BBQ’s, Besser Blocks Pizza oven sub frames. Prompt Reliable service Lic No 180752c BRICK & BLOCK LAYING Steve 0409 124 751 Extensions, Front fences, garden walls etc. Plus heritage work. Call Steve. Lic. 55906c BRICKWORK Rob 0419 623 853 Retaining Walls, Brick & Lintel, Underpinning, Repairs, Insurance & Strata Work. Call Rob Lic 217657c BUILDERS GRAMERCY PROJECTS Nathan 0410 427 427 * Design & Construct Custom Built Homes * Extensions, Alterations & Additions * Renovation Packages * Kitchen & Bathrooms * Decks & Pergolas * Home Warranty Insurance Available * No obligation fee quotes wwwgramercyprojects.com.au Lic. 300222c BUILDING CONTRACTORS TASSONE DESIGN & CONSTRUCT 0418 493 789 For all new work, extensions & alterations, renovations or refurbishments. MBA Quality work. Lic 100569c ALTERATIONS 0418 484 216 9674 7527 Ground & 1st floor additions decks & pergolas. Plans drawn from concept to completion.I. S. Giltinan Builder P/L. Lic 91637c BUILDING RENOVATIONS CMT BUILDING SERVICES (NSW) PTY LTD 0416 246 431 Over 20 years-experience in all aspects of residential and commercial renovations, refurbishments and alterations. [email protected] Lic: 254214C CARPENTER ALL CARPENTRY & BUILDING WORK John 0415 226 608 • Small jobs welcome. Insurance work. • Extensions, doors, windows, floors. • Decks & pergolas. • All gyprock & painting work. • Residential & commercial renovations. • Office & shop fit-outs. • Network of all other trades. • 25 years of experience. Fully insured. [email protected] Lic 100617c CARPENTER/BUILDER MJD CARPENTRY Matthew 0414 418 248 For all carpentry, gyprocking, painting and maintenance works. Lic no 75741C BP CONSTRUCTIONS 0411 420 011 Brett 9684 6948 All building work including renovations, extensions, decks pergolas & carports, bathrooms. www.bpconstructions.com.au Lic 195060c CARPENTER/BUILDER 0412 691 470 General carpentry, decks, pergolas, small renovations, gyprock walls, repairs, small jobs ok. Quality work. 25 years experience. Ted Ryan 0412691470. Lic no 1684c CARPENTRY 0468 612 956 All Renovations, Repairs & Painting Call Ernesto 0468 612956. [email protected] Lic 184942c SEMI RETIRED BUILDER Nick Roxburgh 0411 364 233 Semi-retired builder needs small jobs before building his own house. Repairs, maintenance, small new structures, fireplaces etc. ACE TRADE BUILDING SERVICES Michael Lyall 0407 912 355 All carpentry, renovations, decks, property maintenance & repairs. All general building work. Fully insured. Lic 188739C CARPENTRY & JOINERY CARPENTRY & JOINERY James 0428 581 542 For construction & repair of decks, pergolas, doors, new building work & carports. Lic 179663c CARPET LAYING BILL ROWE CARPETS 0410 602 631 New carpet laid, re-stretching, repairs. 40 yrs experience. CEMENT RENDERING J PRESTIGE RENDERING 0410 746 378 Rendering, repairs, blueboard etc Quality service g’teed, no job too big or small. F/Q CLEANING – HIGH PRESSURE NORTH RYDE HIGH PRESSURE CLEAN 9888 5406 0414 765 181 Driveways, BBQ’s, Pool surrounds, Sealer. No job too small. SATIFACTION GUARANTEED JOHN 0481 137 778 * Driveways * Paths * Decking * Brick * Sandstone * All external hard surfaces underthepumppressurecleaning.com CLOTHESLINES DOCTOR CLOTHESLINES 0407 585 691 Clotheslines installed from $395. Free quotes on new or repairs. Full range of folding lines. Call Richard 0407 585 691. CONCRETING AAA ALL AREAS CONCRETE Charlie 0413 777 239 Concrete Driveways Sydney, all types of concrete work, Driveways and Pathways etc. Small jobs welcome. Over 32 Years Experience. Lic. 129968c G RIGHETTO & SON 0419 282 402 Garden Sheds, Paths, Patios, Driveways etc. Lic11427C TCP CONCRETE (NSW) PTY LTD 0404 770 791 Concrete Driveways, Pathways, Slabs-Plain & Coloured Domestic & Commercial over 25years experience Lic 52825c CONCRETE CUTTING MASTER CHASING SERVICES 0403 111 758 Specialising in concrete cutting, core drilling, road sawing and wall sawing. COMPUTERS GLADESVILLE COMPUTERS 1300 929 414 0401 339 402 IT specialist for all home and office support. 20 plus years of experience. All work guaranteed. www.g1computers.com.au COUNSELLING HOPEWISE COUNSELLING GLADESVILLE Maggie Morgan 0418 672 379 * Grief & Loss * Relationships * Anger Management * Stress, Anxiety, Depression * Workplace * Retirement * Life Coaching * Teenagers www.hopewisecounselling.com.au

Wednesday 28 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 11 ELECTRICIANS (CONTINUED) GRANT HEDLEY ELECTRICAL SERVICE Grant 0403 868 457/ 9489 3543 Local Electrician. No job too small. Over 30 yrs experience. Lic 80753C LOCAL ELECTRICAL SERVICES James 02 8036 2372 Fast & Trusted – Master Electrician • Electrical Repairs • Smoke Alarms • Switchboards upgrades • PowerPoints • Lighting installation • Home Safety Checks • Seniors Discounts Lic 271472C LEVEL 2 ELECTRICIAN RYDE AREA Ryan 0414 602 995 • All Electrical, Lights, Power, Wiring, Fans • Hot Water & Alarm Systems • Switchboard Upgrades • Private Pole Installations & Replacements Lic. 400997C L2 Lic. 00404781 EMS Lic. 000251985 EXCAVATIONS FLECK RUBBISH REMOVALS & MINI EXCAVATIONS Glen 0418 268 040 Narrow Access Excavation. Excavators from 760mm wide up to 1200mm wide. Dumper Tippers 760mm wide. Bobcats 3 Tonne Trucks. All Areas. Best Rates. Call Glen FENCING PRIMO FENCING 0402 981 141 Specialise in small jobs - Timber & Colourbond, Pickets, Gates, Repairs. Workmanship guaranteed. Call Colin 0402 981 141 LOCAL FENCING 9807 2367 Quality timber, c/bond, gates, pickets, pool, log walls. Free quotes ANDREW SPIES FENCING 0410 534 692 Specialises in all types of fencing. View website @ Andrew-Spies-Fencing.com KOALA FENCING Martin 0412 010 212 Horizontal & Privacy Fences. Pool fences & gates. Timber & colourbond, fence repairs. call Martin 0412 010 212 SMITH FENCING 0400 598 403 Timber Boundary Fencing, Gates & Pickets. Small jobs & Repairs Welcome psmithfencing@gmail .com AXFIX FENCING 0498 058 885 Small job specialist 30yrs exp. Pine, Merbau, c/bond, picket, alum, slat, gates, repairs, pool council requirements. Call Andrew. ACTIVE FENCING Peter Carbon 0425 203 080 Quality timber boundary fencing & gates supplied and installed in Ryde area. Free quotes. Call or text Peter 0425 203 080 Lic R89295 FURNITURE REPAIRS & CABINET MAKING TRADITIONAL FINE FURNITURE 0417 457 897 Custom made furniture and specialist repairs & restoration work. 40 years experience. Phone Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 DAMP PROOFING ANTI-DAMP AUSTRALIA 1300 301 210 0412 229 955 • Rising damp & Condensation proofing • Sub-floor & wall ventilation systems • Contact for free quote. • 20 years local experience. www.antidamp.com.au DENTIST PUTNEY DENTAL SURGERY 9809 7110 • Over 25 years’ experience in Putney • Renowned for gentleness and care • Exceptional quality at affordable price • Prompt appointments. 6 days • Bupa Members Gap free regular dental check-up and mouthguard • Book On-Line www.putneydentalsurgery.com.au DRAINER SYDNEY DRAINAGE EXPERTS Lic 143252c 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Clearing of blocked drains,   sewers / storm water Toilets, basins, baths, shower,   laundry, kitchens Jetblasting,electric eel,cctv camera,root treatment. All work guaranteed. 30 yrs exp. 24/7 emergency. Same day service, reliable, professional, efficient. ELECTRICIANS EASTWOOD ELECTRICAL SERVICES Gerard 0408 447 882 All electrical repairs – residential & commercial rewiring. Switchboard upgrades. All new work. Call Gerard. Lic 82184c GEOFF NASH ELECTRICAL SERVICES 9807 1957 0419 200 011 All electrical installs & repairs, AH service, competitive rates.. Lic No 90476c LOCAL RYDE DISTRICT ELECTRICIAN Blake 0488 843 495 + Small family-owned business + Lights, power points, NBN help, repairs + Small jobs welcome + Seniors discount 100% satisfaction guaranteed Lic 288540c RYDE DISTRICT ELECTRICIAN 20+YRS EXP Ian 0412 988 012 ✓ Same Day Service ✓ Switchboards, Smoke Alarms, ✓ Lights, Power, Phones, Broadband (Points) ✓ Pensioner Discounts ✓ Ryde Area - Hunters Hill & Gladesville ✓ Small Jobs Welcome www.secure-electrical.com.au Lic 92264C DENISTONE ELECTRICAL SERVICES    Andrew/Electrician  0417 909 407 All electrical work, power, lights, internet, houserewiring, telephone, IXL ceiling fans, switchboard upgrades, cctv. Lic 201164c, 278587c RYDE PROVEN ELECTRICAL 1300 776 247 Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship •Family Owned & Operated •Fast Local Service •All Electrical. Lights, Power, Wiring, Fans www.provenair.com.au 354131C GARAGE DOORS RYDE GARAGE DOORS 9809 1965 Installation, sales & service. B & D Dealer. Call for free quote. GARDENING ABLOOM ACE GARDENING 8819 4980 Sam or Chad 0410 774 647 Restore overgrown gardens, Land & yard clearing, Trimming, Weeding, Lawnmowing, Turfing, Tree lopping, Stump Removal, Landscape, Plants, Gurney wash, Rubbish removal. Regular Maintenance, Pens Discount. Fully Insured, 7 Days, Best hourly rate. Free quotes. Call Sam or Chad GECKO PLANTSCAPE Robbie 0412 131 362 Irrigation solutions for your garden during water restrictions. Horticultural advice, garden maintenance and green walls. Qualified Horticulturist fully insured. Call Now Robbie 0412 131 362 NORTH RYDE GARDENING 0414 765 181 9888 5406 Your reliable gardener. Weed, dig, trim, clean, tree trim/lopping, stump grind, mow, turf, rubbish removal, maintenance, high pressure clean. Call Alan. A & A ABSOLUTE BEST PRICE 9439 8550 Jack 0411 351 161 Digging, weeding, land & yard clearing, tree lopping, trimming, pruning, restore overgrown garden, turflaying. Pensioner discounts. Ring Jack GARDENING & TREE SERVICES 0412 594 911 Landscaping, Paving. Garden restoration garden design 15 years experience. Tree lopping 25% pensioners discount . Free quotes fully insured 7days service Simon 0412 594 911 LAWNMOWING, HEDGING, PRESSURE CLEANING 0418 214 789 No job too small. Fast, reliable service. Call Joe 0418 214 789 GAS SYDNEY LOCAL GAS SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Leakfinding, fixes, repairs / renewals, new connections/servicing/commissioning of room/ central heaters, fake coal/logfires, commercial kitchens, cooktops, ovens, stoves, hotwater heaters, all makes/models, Rinnai, Rheem, Pyrox, Bonair, Everdure, Electrolux Westinghouse, Chef, Miele, Smeg, Bosch, Vulcan, Dux, Jetmaster, realflame, Genesis, bayonets fitted, LP/ BBQ conversions, (carbon monoxide testing). Same day Service, reliable, professional, efficient. All work Guaranteed. 30 yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252C GLASS GLADESVILLE GLASS SERVICE 9817 3416 9816 3055 Glass repairs, shower screens, mirrors. All glass requirements. [email protected] 278 Victoria Rd, Gladesville GUTTERING & METAL ROOFING GUTTER-SNIPE GUTTER CLEANERS 9477 5943 We clean roof gutters, no mess, local, guaranteed, insured GUTTER, DOWNPIPE CLEANING SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Local, efficient, reliable, neat & tidy, insured, on time. Gutter mesh & guard (install/replace) Leakfinding, gutters, downpipes, valleys, flashing, install & repairs whirlybird, venting, raintanks, roof & skylight leaks. Lic 143252c 30 yrs exp, Eftpos, C/Cards Accepted ABC SEAMLESS 9748 3022 • Guttering, Downpipes & Metal Roofing • Leaf Protection, Roof Restoration & Cleaning • Discounted prices & free quotes • Over 40 years in the industry • Fully licenced and insured • Comprehensive warranties HAIRDRESSER WANT A GREAT HAIRCUT? 9888 5257 Come & see Abbas Imperial Style Barber, Midway Shops, 117 North Rd, Denistone East. HANDYMAN S.S. CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES Sam 0414 413 326 Specialising in all Building, Carpentry & Gyprocking work. Free Quotes & Pens. Disc. Ph. Sam NICHOLAS CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES Steven 0419 606 288 • All Trades • Bathroom & Kitchen Renovations • Pergola’s, decks, roofing, gyprock, & painting • All minor & major repair work • Quote this advert and get a 10% discount !!! • Call Steven www.nicholascarpentry.com.au Lic no 108119c RETIRED BUILDER Charlie 0411 703 057 Small projects. Renovations. Repairs and maintenance. All trades. AAA ALL AREAS HANDYMAN Charlie 0413 777 239 Small jobs welcome. General repairs, concreting, brickwork, cement rendering, electrical & plumbing. Lic. 129968c HANDYMAN 0419 447 126 Clients that have remained clients for over 20yrs. Hands on experience in all trades. Stormwater Issues a speciality. HOT WATER SERVICES RYDE HOT WATER SERVICE 9809 4230 0412 200 939 Installations, repairs & sales. Electric and gas hot water heaters. Lic No L985 To advertise Phone: 9807 6666

12 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 HOT WATER SERVICES (CONTINUED) A HOT WATER SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Servicing / repairs / installs, Gas, Electric, Solar (all makes/models) Rinnai, Rheem, Bosch, Pyrox, Aquamax, Solahart, Thermann, Junkers, Bayard, Vulcan, Hocking, Everhot, Dux, Edwards, Beasley, Roomheaters Same day service, reliable, professional, efficient. All workguaranteed. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252c KITCHENS 0413 395 444 FULL KITCHEN PACKAGE $4999 Includes; Cabinetry, Oven, Cook Top, Rangehood, Sink, Mixer Tap, Tiles 428 Victoria Road, Gladesville [email protected] [email protected] www.arycokitchen.com.au COMPLETE CUSTOM KITCHENS Glenn 0414 717 111 Highest quality custom kitchen renova- tions Complete job. All trades. Unbeatable prices. Builder 20 Years Experience. Free Quotes. Pens.Disc. 0414 717 111 Lic no 301036c KITCHEN REPAIRS KITCHEN REPAIRS Angelo 0408 677 614 Hinges, Doors, Drawers, Shelves, Cabinets, Shelf to drawer conversions. No job to small. Free quotes 7 days [email protected] Lic no 139738C LANDSCAPING A1 ABACUS GARDENING & TREE SERVICE Murray 0404 889 907 Experienced Gardener & Tree Lopper. Weed, prune, trim, landscape, dig & pave. Retaining walls & rubbish removal. Fully insured. Pensioners discount. AAA ABLE ABACA GARDENING Michael 0452 445 410 Tree lopping/trim, turfing, weeding, retaining walls, garden makeovers. All your landscaping needs. Fully insured. Free quotes LANDSCAPING 0419 334 126 Hands on experience in all trades. Gardens, Lawns & paving. Brick/blockwork & Concreting. Retaining walls, gates & fencing. Pool areas, decks & pergolas. RICK’S LANDSCAPING 0414 355 740 Yard clean, lawn & turf, weed & dig, tree lop/prune. Concrete jobs, paving, retaining walls. Reasonable prices. Free quotes. LAUNDRY/BATHROOM NICHOLAS CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES Steven 0419 606 288 Full premium renovation service - waterproof, tile, remodel or tailor designs. All budgets. Quote this advert and get 10% discount!! www.nicholascarpentry.com.au NSW Building Lic No 108119c LAWN MOWER REPAIRS RYDE CITY MOWERS 9809 0329 Repairs to most brands of lawnmowers, brushcutters, chainsaws. Chain sharpening. Guaranteed service. Factory trained & qualified technicians. Local pick up & delivery available (charges apply) THE MOWER SURGEON 0407 419 793 3 mth warranty on mower, chainsaw & line trimmer repairs & service. PAINTERS & DECORATORS PETER PAINTING 0423 808 115 8819 2795 25 yrs exp. Work guaranteed Pensioner Discount. Free Quotes Lic 157468c RYDE PAINTING & DECORATING SERVICES 0412 944 025 Genuine local painter, Fully Insured. All types of painting, reliable, reasonable price. Free Quotes -Pensioner Discount. Lic 150743c MICHAEL THE PAINTER Michael 0412 444 838 • Professional and reliable • All types of painting • All areas • Reasonable rates • Best quality • Cheapest quotes • Pensioner Disc Call Michael. Lic 320177c ASPECT PAINTING & DECORATING 0401 951 257 All types of painting, reliable guaranteed service, free quotes, pensioners discount, fully insured. Lic 149577c HONEST PAINTING 0452 639 991 Over 20 years experience. Specializing in repairing cracks, peeling, mills removal. Interior&exterior, free quote. Fully insured. Seven years warranty. Eason 0452639991. Lic 312751 PERFECTION PAINTERS Joseph 0451 123 231 * Reliable and professional * Pressure Cleaning * Roof Painting. Interior and Exterior. Free & Quote Insured www.paintedtoperfectionpainters.com.au Lic. 269706C PATIOS ELITE PATIOS 0408 623 048 7/53-55 Gladesville Rd Hunters Hill NSW 2110 Transform Your Outdoor Space with Our Expert Patio Building Services! Your local Stratco Authorised Patio Dealer 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www.elitepatios.com.au NSW Builders Licence 45000JP PEST CONTROL ACCESS PEST CONTROL 0423 017 515 All areas, All pests. Termite specialist ( pensioner discounts). Will beat any competitor quote Lic # 5092837 FORENSIC PEST CONTROL 1300 360 457 Your Local Family Business Termites, Pest Control, Rats, Mice, Birds. Mention this ad for your pensioner discount. All work is Guaranteed. Lic 5070252 PEST CONTROL (CONTINUED) PEST CONTROL 9449 2948 NOISES IN THE ROOF? BE RODENT FREE THIS WINTER FROM AS LITTLE AS $180.00. We also do Poss Call SPS Pest & Handyman Services BUGZOFF PEST CONTROL 0423 203 356 ✔Commercial ✔Domestic ✔All pests ✔Termites Service Guarantee + Free AfterCare Services From $149. www.bugzoff.com.au ANDY THE PESTIE 0405 589 705 Friendly, Affordable & Local. General pest control. Termite inspection & treatment. Free quotes. Senior discount. Lic 5109540 PLASTERING GYPROCK PLASTERING SERVICES Demitri 0404 770 412 All types of plastering * Reasonable rates. Call Demitri Lic 288665c PLUMBERS BLOCKED DRAINS & SEWER SPECIALIST 9638 1398 0419 409 130 All general plumbing including gas. (24hr Emergency Service) No job too sml. Free quotes. STEMBRIDGE PLUMBING. Lic. 9880 Mastercard & Visa welcome. COTTAGE & DOMESTIC MAINTENANCE 0414 808 809 9808 3020 Phillip Draper West Ryde Lic 3906 POOLE & CO PLUMBING 9809 4230 0412 200 939 Your Local Plumber for 50 Years. * Blocked drains cleared * Taps & toilets * Hot Water * Gasfitting www.pooletheplumber.com.au Lic 985 PAUL RUFF & SON PLUMBING 0418 961 406 Est. Locally 1981 Lic 3792 YOUR FAST LOCAL PLUMBER 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Guaranteed Same Day Service. Prompt, On time, Efficient, Reliable, Honest. Blocked drains cleared. Sewer-stormwater, burst pipes, leaking showers Taps/toilets, waterproofing, water filters, hot water heater maintenance accredited repairer/ installer. Servicing (all makes / models), gas leaks, installs Repairs, connections, appliance repairs,servicing Room-Central heating, fake log/coal fires, stoves BackflowPrevention, TMV’s, downpipes/gutters, cappings Flashings), lead, Roof repairs (metal/asbestos/Tile / slate) Skylights, leaks / fixes. No job too big or small. All work guaranteed. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 emergencies. Lic. 143252c PURE PLUMBING PROFESSIONALS The Punctual Plumbers - 9191 7353 • Local Business Award Winning Plumbers • $0 Call Out Fee* • Fast Emergency Service • Hot Water Repairs • Blocked Drains Cleared • Taps and Toilets • Noisy Pipes • Gas Fitting • Seniors Discounts www.pureplumbingpros.com.au GLADESVILLE PLUMBING SERVICES 9817 4777 0413 402 599 For all your plumbing needs. Free Quotes. 24hr/7days. Emerg. serv. Visa/Master/Eftpos. Lic 168655C PLUMBERS CONTINUED) CMF PLUMBING 0411 232 629 9808 4220 • Plumbing, draining, roofing, gas fitting • Maintenance specialist • Jet blaster & CCTV • No job too small Lic 117469c TAP RESCUE 1300 827 000 We repair, supply & install direct to you. TAPS, TOILETS, Hot Water Systems, Water Filters and more. NO CALL OUT FEE! 0414 333461 Lic 40572c LOCAL PLUMBER 0488 801 042 • Taps, Hot water, Blocked Drains, Blocked pipes • 24/7 EMERGENCY Plumbers • On-time & Reliable • Plumbers you can trust • All works guaranteed • $0 CALL out • You approve the price before we start! $50 OFF when you mention this AD NEED A LOCAL PLUMBER FAST? 9191 7353 Do you have no hot water? Is your drain blocked? Are your taps and toilets leaking? Do you want an extra gas point? For fast friendly service with a smile Call Jeremy on 9191 7353 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed RYDE CITY HOT WATER & PLUMBING Alfred 0418 976 679 LOCAL PLUMBER - 25+ Years Experience. • Hot Water Repairs & Replacements • Blocked Drains & Toilets • All General Plumbing Services • Restricted Electrical Licence. Call our office on 1300 976 679 or Alfred on 0418 976 679 Licence No. 111700C DO YOU NEED A PLUMBER? Daniel 0414 747 332 - Reasonable price + quality work - Blocked drain special - CCTV & Hot water - Tap & toilet leaking/installation Lic. 388974C REFRIGERATOR REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all fridges/seal washers, dryers, dish- washers. 7 days. 0409 833 832 9807 9828 ROOFING J & M SCHALK. 9878 4483 0408 642 056 Roof repairs. Metal, tile & leaking roof replac- ing valleys, F/Q, Lic R91302. LOCAL SYDNEY ROOF SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Leak finding/Repairs (tiles, metal, slate) shingals/ skylights, asbestos, copper, Waterproofing, Lead, Flashings, cappings, ridgepointing, rebedding, Chimney’s,Stormwater Drains Cleared, relayed, Diverted, fixed. (Gutter’s/Downpipes) renewal, cleaning, whirlybirds. Same day service – reliable, professional, efficient. All work guaranteed. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252c To advertise Phone: 9807 6666 SPINRYDE HOME RENOVATIONS 9879 4855 7/53-55 Gladesville Rd, Hunters Hill NSW Transform Your Outdoor Space with Our Expert Patio Building Services! Your local Stratco Authorised Patio Dealer. 10% Discount (max $500) to Seniors Card Holders! www. spinryde.com.au NSW Builders Lic 45000JP

Wednesday 28 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 13 Bowling Round-up Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 ROOFING (CONTINUED) SAM’S ROOFING P/L Sam 0416 178 058 All metal roofing & guttering, no job too small 33yrs exp. Ph Sam for quote. Lic 215152c TOP RYDE TOP ROOFING 0410 322 681 9871 0313 • High pressure cleaning • All roof repairs & painting F/Q. • Dulux Colour. • Pens Disc Lic 136874c ACTIVE ROOFING 0404 397 198 or 8677 4141 All roof restore & repair 30% off. Pressure cleaning. F/Q Lic 133762c ROOF PAINTING AARON’S ROOFING 0410 322 681 9871 0313 High pressure cleaning. All roof repairs & colour 20% off. F/Q Pens Disc. ROOF REPAIRS BOB THE ROOFER 0418 677 188 All roof repairs, renewals, restoration. Leak detection specialist. Over 35yrs exp. Lic 123259C RUBBISH REMOVALS GARRY’S RUBBISH REMOVAL Cheapest Prices Call Garry 0416 295 790 * All types of waste (large or small) * Household * Deceased estates * Senior Discount * Free quotes * 30 years exp * 7 days We’ll SAVE you. FLECK RUBBISH REMOVAL Glen 0418 268 040 • All Areas • 24/7 • Free Quotes • Excavator for hire • Domestic/Commercial • Good Rates • All types of waste • Senior Disc. Call Glen. SURVEYOR ATS LAND SURVEYORS 9808 6854 Suite 3, 75 Rydedale Rd, West Ryde, ats1@ atssurveyors.com.au TAXATION CHARTERHOUSE FINANCIAL 9705 0864 0433 788 089 • All Tax Services • All Business Valuations • Dispute Resolution https://charterhousefinanc.wixsite.com/site TILES/TILING ACCLAIM TILING SERVICES Gabriel 0404 032 426 Small tiling jobs and repairs, leaking showers, kitchen splashbacks, property maintenance. Call Gabriel. Lic 251461c ALL TILE SHOWER REPAIRS Michael 0402 624 247 Re-grouting Re-sealing Waterproofing and re-tiling Lic. 378876c TONY TILING 0414 616 366 All Ceramic Tiles (wall & floor) etc. All Waterproofing. All areas. Lic . R78511 TREE LOPPING S T J GROUP TREE SERVICES 0401 181 780 Fully Insured • Fully Qualified • Tree services - removal, clearing, lopping, stump grinding, hedging, pruning Free Quotes • call Steve TREE LOPPING SERVICES 0412 594 911 The arborist tree lopping. prunning. stump grinding storm work. Emergency services qualified arborist landscaping . Best and cheapest service. 15 years experience. Free quotes fully insured 7days service Simon 0412 594 911 SAFETY RAILS SAFETY RAILS BY RAILS 2U Les 0439 967 102 Supply/install custom or standard rails in steel or timber, internal or external. Obligation free quotes, fully insured, senior discounts. Covid safe – fully vaccinated. SOLICITORS & CONVEYANCING LEES & GIVNEY LAWYERS 9816 1122 Established 1983 - Accredited Specialist: Family Law and Wills, Estate Law; Conveyancing, Enduring Power of Attorney. Home visits available. 243 Victoria Road, Gladesville E LEE LAWYERS 7202 8088 Compensation Law, Wills & Estates & Conveyancing. Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law. Fixed fee for simple Wills. First consultation free. Suite 14/1 Railway Pde, Burwood www.eleelawyers.com.au STOVE REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all stoves & ovens, 7 days / fast service 0409 833 832 9807 9828 TREE LOPPING (CONTINUED) AJ’S TREELOPPING & RUBBISH REMOVAL 0412 933 031 Quick, reliable, fully insured, free quotes pensioner disc. Extra services incl. stump, grinding, garden maint, small concrete jobs. A1 ABACUS GARDENING & TREE SERVICE Murray 0404 889 907 Experienced Gardener & Tree Lopper. Landscaping, stump grinding & rubbish removal. Weed, prune, trim & dig. Fully insured. Pensioners discount. TV REPAIRS EXCELLENCE ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE 0412 566 100 9807 2772 • Install, DVD, Setup box Foxtel/Optus • Get your DIGITAL Ready • All TV, DVD, Hi-Fi, Microwave, Vacuum, Antenna • Owner operated for 20 years TUITION MATHEMATICS Joanne 0401 914 269 Yr4-12 Ext 1&2. Very experienced Teacher & Tutor. Both in person & online sessions have proven to be popular. WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all washers, dryers, fridges/seal, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409 833 832 9807 9828 WINDOW CLEANING NO STREAKS WINDOW CLEANING, 9808 6773 Eugene 0415 258 454 Prompt, friendly, reliable service, F/Q, fully ins. Eugene To advertise Phone: 9807 6666 Lane Cove Bowls Wed Social O Hostrup J Moran M Popovic d M Cosby B Paxton R Moran 23/14 P Singleton W Godfrey V Solway d A Gordon/J Carroll D Vanniekirk M Knight 27/10 G Moon D Madson d S Kinsman S Creedy 24/17 J Bowring R Johnston d M Terrey S Smith 31/6 Sat Social J Smiles D Vanniekirk S Hobson d M Brouggy J Bowring B Piper 25/21 J Carroll D Erskine V Solway d S Brouggy S Walder S Smith 27/14 W Godfrey John Lloyd d S Kinsman B Patterson 28/8 M Terrey M Screen G Scott d Jeanette Lloyd G Screen R Johnston 23/22 P Biddell P Zucconi S Creedy d D Lloyd G Moon M Knight 22/14 M Cosby R Balfas P Wade d O Hostrup B Paxton D Hillerman 28/8 DAVID ERSKINE North Ryde RSL Women Tue Jun 20 Social Rk 11 J Danks M Bass d Y Roberts R Inchley Rk 12 J Hope P Ying C Chan d C Toms F Lancett C Bamback Rk 13 C Unwin W Hyland C Bamback a dr with R Williams I Chan C Candrick Rd 1 Club Triples Rk 8 K Russell L Humphreys I Hitchens d S Hardacre Y Auberson B Paterson 23/21 Rk 9 B Law J Bryant S Bram d M Burkett S Fennell J Hughes 23/21 W/Rk 8 Jackpot not won Raffle C Unwin C Benson Irene Thu Jun 22 Social W Hyland A Richardson R Inchley d W Hyland M Kneller R Inchley Rd 2 Club Triples Rk 8 Y Roberts J Danks F Lancett d P Ying C Toms R Williams 24/23 Rk 10 K Russell L Humphreys I Hitchens d B Law J Bryant S Beram 31/10 Tue Jun 27 Final Tue Jun 27 W/Rk 10 2nd Jackpot won Rk 12 with a margin of 15 Raffle Colleen and Jean COLLEEN RENWICK Hunters Hill Women Tue Jun 20 Social Triples V Wahlquist D Keg J Bishop d J McBride J Beale K Stewart, K Saggers J Lloyd G Blunt dr F Palmer P Hirst L Stephenson, P Kelly J Doyle L Cook d B Way G Guice J Blunt LYNNE Denistone Women Thu Jun 22 Social Dick C Dixon H Simmons d P McClean M Caldwell E Bell 17/15 A Cusack C Smith M Pollard d H Park C Cupitt A Mahoney 16/7 P Stewart C Jackson J Elliot d F Langdon Sunny E Tulloch 22/6 H Tommonello C Heming T Little d J Brannagan M Segula E Leermaker 20/11 COLLEEN HEMING North Ryde RSL Men Sat Jun 17 Social G Inchley A Birkensleigh P Cusack P Collins d V Shen I Pendleton A Cusack M Gale 34/9 R Inchley K Ho P Dowling d J Auberson S Addy B Iacono 27/13 A Barkovsky A Benson A Woods d E Sinanian J Grabiec J French 20/19 A Wray P Auberson R Loveridge d D Hope J Glen J Hui 18/12 Wed Jun 21 Social W E Sinanian S Layburn P Collins d C Costa J Glen J Hui 24/7 D Hope P Chatfield B Iacono d A Barkovsky J Grabiec R Loveridge 22/18 S Addy C Hinton d A Benson J French 18/17 W Wood M Gale d R Hochstetter P Auberson 30/11 PA North Epping Women Tue Jun 20 Social S Farrelly S Caswell J Swan d S Farrelly P Charan J Thorp 17/12 R Knott S Odbert P Spaul d L Watford B Trompp J Havron 16/15 M Garrick V Riley J Palmer d A Hoare A Baguley R Delves 22/16 SUE ARCHIBALD North Epping Men Wed Jun 21 Club B Godsell K Douglass N Martelli d W Spaul W Daley S Palmer 28/25 N Oppedisano S Garvey d O Sherrard M Gardiner 24/15 D Thompson M Hollier d L Byrne C Maskill 20/16 N Swancott M Havron d G Giudice P Delves 24/22 J Royer T Warner R Peterson d B Swan T Holden G Scott 24/17 Sat Jun 24 Club C Watford O Sherrard C Maskill d B Swan D Byron R Peterson 18/17 M Taylor M Hollier d S Caswell S Palmer A Beaven R Crowne K Douglass d L Driessen S Slocombe G Stace 26/11 N Oppedisano S Mewburn d T Gardiner M Havron 25/16 B Godsell J Fry d N Swancott W Daley 32/12 T Warner S Garvey d W Spaul G Scott 22/16 Fri Jun Jackpot Pairs KEN DOUGLASS Putney Tennyson Bowls Wed Jun 21 Social C Dale P Gray A Rodgers d B Jasprizza J Stanton P McLean 20/15 K Andrews P Davidson P Joint d K Andrews R Rees J McConnell 30/21 K Beatty K Lake B Prentice d P Smith T Ryan D Walker 22/14 B Lancett D Devine A Long d P Cunningham B Harris K Jennings 28/14 C/ship Singles Semifinals J Cunningham d P Harris 25/9 K Lake d P Cormican 25/11 Sat Jun 24 Social G Merchant C Dale K Jennings d R Rees C Dale J McConnell 24/22 B Prentice A Long d R Rust A Rodger 19/15 M Texier K Beatty P Joint d B Jasprizza A Windle P Harris 25/6 PETER CORMICAN Carlingford District Men Wed Jun 21 Social R McDonell G Young R Palmer d A Ryce J Mazzaferro J Arkins 26/19 B Logan J Hobson A Cukon d D Emerton R Pursey J Stuart 23/19 J Dixon V Kumar B Dewhirst d C Norgate S Merani R Hurley 30/13 N Holman P Roy d G Monk P Hinds 24/21 Sat Jun 24 Social P Taylor J Arkins G Laws d B Took R Pursey J MacPhee 33/25 T Slater G Monk R Palmer d J Dixon J Hobson J Uren 23/21 J Forbes B Goldsworthy P Roy d G Young N Holman D Kensett-Smith 23/17 B Logan J Mazzaferro P Hinds d A Ryce V Kumar A Cukon 23/15 GEOFF YOUNG Denistone Men Wed Jun 21 Social B White M Little D Moody d B Milner B Morton B Nicol 21/15 D Lee A Blake G Carroll d E Wong T Chan T Thurtell 30/21 C Heming G Hatch J Knight d R Ralston J Mohan R Court 21/19 C Madafiglio J Rae I Christopherson d K Johnson J Kenny G King 26/13 S Walmsley A McMillan d T Marcellino L Hall 29/19 J Ahn T O’Shanassy D Linnert d Z Bosnjakovic D Pocock G Scott 25/12 T Locascio J Myers K Graham d G Mitchell B Gibson A Moylan 33/15 Fri Jun 23 Jackpot Pairs D Bremner R Rochow d S Layburn G Inchely 24/18 G Harper G Gudmunsen d R Newman C O’Connell 21/12 Sat Jun 24 Social A Weaver P Hodkinson d M Lake R Marshall 25/11 D Vandieklerk R Campbell d E Lam T Little 27/13 J Rando V Ardino d C Heming A Crockart 28/7 M Lyall M Woods d T Collins A Gordan 25/10 L Crow B Nicoll d T Chan J Myers 1/14 B Lancet K Lake d M Hoban D Yeates 27/14 D Lee J Rae d J Ahn J Sunny 24/16 S Mewburn P Harbrow d B Carabetta G Carroll 22/20 A Moylan J Kenny d V Solway M Knight 32/10 E Tulloch J Eliott d G Hatch K Graham 20/18 A McMillan S Arkins d R Ralston I Christopherson 18/16 D Walker J Hanna d P Henry P Goss 19/16 T Thurtell F McGarry d M Barton R Court 18/14 L Thomson M Little d A Blake J Knight 16/12 B Paxton S Skinner d D Pocock D Linnert 22/10 P Morrison J Baliva d P Dowling P Collins 23/12 Sat Jun 24 Social B Gibson T Locascio V Ardino d J Clough J Mohan T O’Shanassy 29/18 G Mitchell P McLean B Reynolds d B White J Rae T Bell 25/12 B Coolahan J Knight M Barton d C Madafiglio T Chan T Imer 22/21 E Wong A Blake S Skinner d T Marcellino A McMillan B Nicoll 31/12 G Hatch G Hatch G King d B Milner L Hall B Robins 30/13 S Kalms D Galati T Thurtell d P Dale B Morton D Linnert 24/23 P McPhie Z Bosnjakovic S Lee d K Johnson M Wilson B Bell 27/20 DAVID POCOCK Hunters Hill Men Thu Jun 22 Social S Craig P Nightingale d B Harris R Hopwood 27/4 Sat Jun 24 Social V Moscato R Rose d P Langwill W Farthing 34/15 R Hopwood C Paterson J Juniper d P Wallis B Love B Hunter 29/15 G Aghajani F Alcuri d P Chatfield A Turnbull 26/10 Olivia W Cappelletto J McDonald d R Gledhill P Rovenhuif B Carpenter 21/20 Sun Jun 25 Major Singles Ch’ship Qtr Finals: C Paterson d V Moscato 25/15 P Langwill d G Thongsophon 25/23 T Beno d W Cappelletto 25/21 R Rose d G Norris 25/21 JJ

14 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 T Trades & Services 9807 6666 rades & Services 9807 6666 GLASS SERVICES Licence No: 206713c PAINTING DOORS, WINDOWS IRONING ROOFING RUBBISH REMOVAL 26 - THE WEEKLY TIMES, Wednesday January 30, 2013 registration WEST RYDE ROVERS 2013 Soccer Registrations New Members Welcome! 70 Teams in 2012 including 13 women’s teams! Under 6’s to All Age, Over 35’s, Over 45’s & Super League. We value participation, fair play and fun. We also aim to provide development opportunities for all our players. Registration Dates Saturday 2nd February 9am – 3pm or Sunday 3rd February 9am – 1pm Meadowbank Park (Adelaide St. entrance) FREE TRAINING BALL For Under 6’s and 7’s Club shorts and socks included in all registrations Want to know more? Check our website for details www.westryderovers.asn.au Enquiries: Rachel Hogan (Registrar) [email protected] (0400)880839 GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN? New Players Welcome WEST RYDE ROVERS SOCCER 2013 Online Registrations now open! Teams from Under 7’s to Over 35’s Competition runs on Sundays Club shorts and socks included in all registrations Want to know more? Check our website for details www.westryderovers.asn.au Registration Dates Saturday 2nd February 9am – 3pm or Sunday 3rd February 9am – 1pm Meadowbank Park (Adelaide St. entrance) Enquiries: Rachel Hogan (Registrar) [email protected] (0400)880839 RYDE R.S.L. YOUTH CLUB SPORTS REGISTRATION DAYS 2013 Sport Date Time Location TRAMPOLINE Saturday 2nd February 12.30pm (Recreational) Youth Club 2.30pm (Competition) KINDY GYM Friday 1st February 10.30am Youth Club Bookings are essential!! Enquiries please phone Carolyn: 0410 543 643 FEES : Sports Fees depending on Sport (Very Reasonable) YOUTH CLUB : EAGLE ST RYDE (NEAR GLADSTONE AVE) ENQUIRIES : SECRETARY (Ph 9809 1022) Ravens registration is now open for male and female players from U6 to Over 45’s. • A new Mightymites development program for boys and girls aged 3, 4 and 5 • We are looking for player's in U9, U 10, U11 and U15's in fi rst division • New Youth Elite team in U23 men’s football. This team is a stepping stone into higher grade football such as Super League. Will be supported with a special coaching program and play in the GHFA senior all age competition. • Boys and girls academy training squads • For the fi rst time we will fi eld a Over 45’s men’s team For more information and to register online visit www.gladesvilleravens.com.au The Gladesville Ravens has been a proud community club for over 50 years and welcome back our existing members and look forward to welcoming new members for the 2013 season. Local ladies partner in sport Karen Laing is presented with a framed women’s jersey by Rovers’ Life Member Karen Harrison. LAST year’s Gladesville-Hornsby soccer season saw a new sponsorship agreement in place between local business Lady Anne Funerals and West Ryde Rovers soccer. Karen Laing, Director of Lady Anne Funerals, is well known in the Ryde district for her commitment to the community through sponsorship, fundraising and networking activities. Based in West Ryde, Karen and her staff of compassionate and caring women provide professional and personal service and support to grateful families coping with the loss of a loved one. Appropriately, the sponsorship assisted with the provision of a new playing strip for Rovers’ top senior women’s team. West Ryde Rovers is a not for profit organisation run by volunteers, providing opportunities for local women, men, girls and boys to be involved in community sport. It is through the generous support of local businesses that the club continues to grow and thrive as it enters its 57th year. EXERCISE BIKE – York brand, 1yr old, stationary. Can deliver locally $60 Ph 0413 115 242 BREADMAKER – new condition, good quality $30 Ph 0425 370 022 VACCUUM – cordless stick with power brush, very good condition $35 Ph 0425 370 022 MIX MASTER – rarely used $25 and JUICE MAKER – good quality $35 Ph 0425 370 022 RADIO SYSTEM – with CD and tape player, as new, stylish $65 Ph 0425 370 022 FURNITURE – small coffee table, bedside tables, mirrors, chairs, bookshelf from $20-45 each Ph 0425 370 022 WANTED TO BUY ALL RECORDS - cash paid for good condition records - 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. Rock, Pop, Jazz etc. www. sydneyrecordtrader.com Ph: 9557 1030 BADGES – sports and leagues clubs, military and other badges wanted. Also medals, old postcards etc. HMAS Sydney items, souvenirs. Call Duncan 9869 3884 STAMP & COINS - collections wanted. Australian & overseas. Also badges, medals, old postcards, military items etc. Call Duncan on 9869 3884 ALL CARS WANTED – any year or model, any condition. Drivable or not, top cash paid. Call Wal on 0425 304 475 STAMPS – Australian predecimal stamps wanted. Kangaroos, KGY, pre-war covers, postcards, tags. Cash paid on the spot Ph: 0418 967 577 ST IVES COTTAGE – 1bdm, freestanding, fully self contained in secluded garden with bush outlook $400 pw plus bond Ph: 9144 7585 SOLICITORS DIRECTORY RONALD S. CZINNER & CO. Solicitors & Conveyancers 15/1 Jordan Street Gladesville 9816 2133 All legal & conveyancing matters. Level 3, Suite 27, 1-7 Jordan Street Gladesville Wills, Power of Attorney, Enduring Guardian, Conveyancing 98174698 or 0419609013 Call anytime Home visits available. Tibby Morgenstern Solicitor SOLICITORS DIRECTORY Rear 223 Victoria Rd, GLADESVILLE 2111 Phone: 9817 4698 Head Office 154 Elizabeth St, SYDNEY 2000 Phone: 9264 3877 YOUR CONTACT FOR • Family Law • Conveyancing • Immigration Law & all other legal services RONALD S. CZINNER & CO. Solicitors & Conveyancers 15/1 Jordan Street Gladesville 9816 2133 All legal & conveyancing matters. “Know Where You Stand” For all legal and conveyancing matters www.calabreselaw.com.au (02) 9743 1333 22/103 Majors Bay Rd, Concord WINSTON READFORD NOTARY PUBLIC Ⅰ SOLICITOR Ⅰ CONVEYANCING 165 Coxs Road (cnr Chauvel Street) NORTH RYDE F 9888 3865 [email protected] SEE US FIRST We can help with “Wills, probate & Shop 6, 43-49 Blaxland Road (corner of Argyle Avenue) RYDE NSW 2112 Phone: 9807 3222 Email: [email protected] N O TA RY P U BLI C T 9887 2888 EASY PARKING We can help With Wills, probate & finalising deceased estates shop 6, 43-49 blaxland road (corner of argyle avenue) rYde nsW 2112 Phone: 9807 3222 email: [email protected] LAWYERS, CONVEYANCERS & NOTARY PUBLIC SOLICITORS DIRECTORY Rear 223 Victoria Rd, GLADESVILLE 2111 Phone: 9817 4698 Head Office 154 Elizabeth St, SYDNEY 2000 Phone: 9264 3877 YOUR CONTACT FOR • Family Law • Conveyancing • Immigration Law & all other legal services RONALD S. CZINNER & CO. Solicitors & Conveyancers 15/1 Jordan Street Gladesville 9816 2133 All legal & conveyancing matters. For True Business Exposure, TWT Advertising is the Answer Phone 9807 6666 “Know Where You Stand” For all legal and conveyancing matters www.calabreselaw.com.au (02) 9743 1333 22/103 Majors Bay Rd, Concord WINSTON READFORD NOTARY PUBLIC Ⅰ SOLICITOR Ⅰ CONVEYANCER 165 Coxs Road (Corner Chauvel Street) NORTH RYDE F 9888 3865 T 9887 2888 Level 1/219 Victoria Road GLADESVILLE above Commonwealth Bank [email protected] SEE US FIRST WINSTON READFORD NOTARY PUBLIC Ⅰ SOLICITOR Ⅰ CONVEYANCING Looking after you and your close family is our specialty ■ Estate and Business Planning ■ Wills and Downsizing ■ Powers of Attorney ■ Enduring Guardianships ■ Chartered Tax Adviser 165 Coxs Road (cnr Chauvel Street) NORTH RYDE F 9888 3865 T 9887 2888 [email protected] THE WEEKLY TIMES AUTO DIRECTORY FOR INCLUSION RING 9807 6666 WEST RYDE SMASH REPAIRS 932 Victoria Road, West Ryde 9808 3033 CENTRAL DISTRICT PRESTIGE CARS 15-17 Rhodes Street West Ryde 9808 3044 SMASH REPAIRS BRAKE & CLUTCH SERVICES NORTH RYDE BRAKE & CLUTCH SERVICES Cnr Cox’s & Badajoz Roads, North Ryde 9888 5198 AUTO SERVICES THE GOOD FUEL INN Cnr Cox’s & Badajoz Roads, North Ryde 9888 5198 To advertise please phone: 9807 6666 AUTO SERVICES BRAKE & CLUTCH SERVICES FOR SALE ACCOMMODATION OBITUARIES To advertise Phone: 9807 6666 ALLEN, Rowan David. Passed away on June 16. Aged 60 years. ANSCHAU, Warwick. Passed away on June 13. Aged 93 years. COONEY, Jean. Passed away on June 16. Aged 86 years. COOPER, George Francis. Late of Balmain. Passed away on June 18. Aged 77 years. Funeral Service to be held at Manning’s Funerals, Rozelle on June 30 at 11.00am COUSENS, Albert “Clive”. Late of Ryde. Passed away on June 20. Aged 89 years. Funeral Service to be held in the South Chapel, Northern Suburbs Memorial Gardens and Crematorium, North Ryde on June 29 at 12.00pm HAYWARD, Bessie May. Late of Macquarie Park. Passed away aged 100 years. McDONELL (nee Keenan), Carole Anne. Late of Drummoyne. Passed away on June 18. Aged 80 years. MEEKINGS, Garnet Royden. Late of Concord. Passed away on June 13. Aged 94 years. PARKS, Rosemary. Late of Ermington. Passed away on June 15. GARDEN – pots, tools, leaf blower, hedge cutter, balcony table with 2 chairs. Various prices Ph 0425 370 022 COOKWARE – good brands, big choice of chef knives & kitchen items from $2-25 each Ph 0425 370 022 HOME DECORATIONS – art pieces, various items from $15-$65 each Ph 0425 370 022 Holy Cross Ryde hosts Tiger Carnival From page 16 “It was great to see the local kids getting active and have the opportunity to play rugby league and represent their school community again,” Mr Kelly said. “The Carnival is also about reigniting primary school rugby league within the inner west region and encouraging new players to register with their local junior league club.” The Tigers rookie, Tallyn Da Silva (18) attended the Carnival to encourage the youngsters who learnt football skills, the rules of the game and the Tigers’ history and tradition. Balmain legend Paul Sironen is involved with the Tigers’ Pathways Development Program for older students. The Tigers are active across the Inner West and have a top Under 14 Tag Team representing the Balmain District. The Tigers had a BYE this week and travel to Bananabenderland this Saturday to play the Cowgirls at 5.30pm. SEE YA THERE! ☐ The Tigers held a carnival day at Holy Cross College Ryde last week, taken out by Truscott Street Public school, whose team is picture with fellow competitors from Putney Public School, Abbotsford Public School and St Charles Ryde Primary School. (Image courtesy Wests Tigers) Shock departure: Local hero Luke Brooks leaves Tigers in $2.8m deal Brooks’ recruit- ment – to combine with Daly Cher- ry-Evans – will give the Silvertails a topnotch halves combination from next season. Brooks, the 2018 Dally M halfback of the year, was on a deal believed to be worth $1.15m this year at the Tigers but his new deal at Manly could reportedly span fouryears and be worth around $2.8m. Manly also re- vealed it had snaf- fled the Tigers’ Tommy Talau on a two-year deal and retained centre Tolu Koula until the TIGERS STAR Luke Brooks has signed a shock four-year deal with the Silvertails - Manly Sea Eagles. ☐ Local tigers star of more than a decade, Luke Brooks. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO ☐ Tommy Talau end of 2027, while also announcing the signing of Jaxson Paulo from the Roosters on a threeyear deal and Tommy Talau from the Tigers for two seasons. Koula is a future Silvertails star, with Paulo and Talau to add speed and size. The combined signings of Brooks, Koula, Paulo and Talau are worth a cool $6m. After 11 seasons with the Tigers, Brooks, 28, elected against re-signing at Concord, despite being offered a handsome new contract. Seibold revealed why he signed Brooks. “Luke is a quality player and we want to add quality players to our roster to create competition for spots,” he said. “He has played 200 games and you don’t do that in the NRL unless you’re a good player. “We think having role models like ‘Chez’ (Cherry-Evans) and Tommy and Jake Trbojevic around him will help his game.” Brooks had previously been linked to Canterbury, St George Illawarra and North Queensland.

Wednesday 28 June, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 15 FOOTY TIPSTERS ZAC MILES Mayor, Hunters Hill DOMINIC PERROTTET Epping MP DONNA DAVIS MP Parramatta THE ONE-EYED TIGER TWT’s fearless unbiassed correspondent RON RYAN Chairman, Putney Bowling Club ANTHONY ROBERTS Lane Cove MP STEVE COLQUHOUN General Manager, The Eastwood Club 71½ 72½ 75½ 66½ 74½ 64½ 71½ 74½ 65½ 62½ 75½ 66½ V SATURDAY JULY 1 AT 5.30PM QUEENSLAND COUNTRY BANK STADIUM, TOWNSVILLE JEROME LAXALE Bennelong MP STEPHEN BROUGHTON Director Ryde Eastwood Leagues TRENTON BROWN Councillor, City of Ryde FIONA OSBORNE Director North Ryde RSL DENNIS SKINNER Tigers Den at Club Ryde Sharks Rabbitohs Storm Raiders Cowboys Broncos Knights Roosters Sharks Rabbitohs Storm Raiders Cowboys Broncos Bulldogs Roosters Sharks Rabbitohs Panthers Raiders Cowboys Broncos Knights Roosters Sharks Warriors Panthers Raiders Cowboys Broncos Bulldogs Roosters Sharks Warriors Panthers Raiders Cowboys Broncos Knights Sea Eagles Sharks Rabbitohs Storm Titans Cowboys Broncos Bulldogs Roosters Sharks Warriors Panthers Raiders Cowboys Broncos Knights Roosters Sharks Warriors Storm Raiders Cowboys Broncos Knights Sea Eagles Gummies Bunnies PantherPets Tiddlies TIGERS Bananabenders HushPuppies Silvertails Sharks Rabbitohs Storm Raiders Wests Tigers Broncos Knights Sea Eagles Sharks Warriors Panthers Raiders Cowboys Broncos Knights Roosters Sharks Warriors Storm Raiders Wests Tigers Broncos Knights Roosters Local football clubs win home thrillers APIA celebrated a one goal win against the Sutherland Sharks at Lambert Park while North West Sydney Spirit put three goals past Mt Druitt Rangers at Christie Park. Yianni Nicolaou scored for APIA in the 53rd minute in a high intensity match with both sides committed to attack. APIA coach Franco Parisi said his side’s swashbuckling performance deserved more than one goal. “The way we came out in the second half probably deserved a few more but it was good to see out the win at the end and I’m very happy,” he said. “And three points and a clean sheet is what we wanted.” Local Premier League football clubs APIA Leichhardt and North West Sydney Spirit both won their home games on Saturday. North West Sydney Spirit defeated an improv- ing Mt Druitt Rangers by three goals to one with the home side’s Ollie Wiggin scoring in the 11th minute followed by goals to Luiz Lobo in the 42nd minute and Musashi Kokubo in the 50th minute. Will Harvey pulled one back for Mt Druitt in the 59th minute. Spirit coach David Perkovic said the early goal set the pattern of play. “I thought we were really dominant in the first half, obviously it was really good to get in front early to settle the nerves and it changed the way the game played,’’ he said. “We were good enough to get the three goals today, disappointing we conceded the goal but in the context of the season it’s a very important victory.” APIA are alone at the top of the table on 44 points with North West Sydney Spirit in 10th place on 28 points. Gladesville’s Lyon roars for Aussies Despite being dropped by England skipper Ben Stokes, one of the world’s best fielders, Gladesville’s Nathan Lyon helped the Aussies to one of the best Ashes victories of all time thanks to his great efforts to hang on as a tail end batsman - and also deliver with the ball - in the first Test at Edgbaston. Recognised as one of the world’s very best off spinners, the Test veteran had match figures of 8-229 - four wickets in each innings - and with the bat scored a priceless 16 not out in a ninth wicket unbroken partnership of 59 in the second innings with Test captain Ben Cummins, 44 not out, to record a magnificent Aussie win by two wickets. The last day of play proved an incredibly intense time for the players and viewers worldwide with the Test swaying both ways with the result in doubt until late in the game. The pair demonstrated great character and fortitude in a Test match that will long be remembered down the ages for the Test that had everything. Known as the GOAT (greatest of all time), Nathan is now a Gladesville hero along with his skipper Ben Cummins who hails from the Blue Mountains. To Nathan, Ben and the whole Aussie team .....we salute you. - by Howard Rich Bridge celebration: Thousands of fans celebrate countdown to FIFA Women’s World Cup Amidst the sparkling backdrop of the Sydney Harbour, 4,000 fans kicked-off festivities on the Harbour Bridge and took part in this once in a lifetime ‘Unity Celebration’. Soaking up the buzzing festival atmosphere were grassroots football and multicultural communities, local and international football greats including FIFA Legend Joy Fawcett from the USA, NSW Minister for Jobs and Tourism, John Graham, represenSydney Harbour Bridge was transformed into a festival of football on Sunday in a celebration of culture, bringing together diverse people and communities to mark the 25-day countdown until the FIFA Women’s World Cup, being hosted by Australia and New Zealand. ☐ Matildas past and present celebrated the countdown to the FIFA Women’s World Cup July 20 kick-off. The global sporting spectacle is being jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand; and right, Uncle Les (front left) leads a traditional smoking ceremony and Welcome to Country ceremony as eager fans prepare to party on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTOS (A. Stavrinos) ☐ Above, celebrating fans acknowledge the international success of Matildas skipper Sam Kerr. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO (A. Stavrinos) ☐ Giant unity jersey unveiled on Harbour Bridge tatives from co-host Member Associations Football Australia and New Zealand Football and FIFA officials. Several of the tournament’s ‘Beyond Greatness’ Champions were also in attendance, helping to carry the flags of the 32 nations preparing to compete on the international stage. Eager to celebrate the tournament and the talented players who will represent the very best of women’s football, fans gathered on the world-renowned landmark to hear a preview of the tournament’s official song, dance to the tournament’s ‘Unity Beat’, and view live cultural performances and presentations. Representing the tournament’s ‘Beyond Greatness’ slogan and distinctive cultural elements, a 17-metre-tall ‘Unity’ Jersey - pictured below right - was unveiled in spectacular fashion. The Unity Jersey design reflects the vibrant local landscapes and rich colours of the two host countries, building a palette based on the rainforests, earth, mountains, cities, and water. “Today’s very significant,” the first captain of an Australian women’s national team, Julie Dolan, said. “It’s a massive event and as a pioneer I think maybe a lot of us would have thought there would be a world cup, but none of us dreamed of anything on this scale. “This is the biggest women’s sporting event in the world. I imagine not only for me, but for all players it was very emotional, just to see how far we’ve come.” Head of FIFA Women’s World Cup, Rhiannon Martin said it would be a massive event. “It’s going to be a great celebration, not just of football – of course, we’re kicking off in 25 days – but also bringing the community together,” she said. CEO of Football Australia, James Johnson said the “tournament will be the biggest tournament that Australia has seen. The biggest sporting event since Sydney’s 2000 Olympic Games so today is a big milestone.” The FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off on July 20.

16 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 28 June, 2023 Holy Cross hosts Tiger Carnival The Tigers’ Game Development Officer, Jordan Kelly said the award was for great sports personship and effort. Students from Putney Public School, Abbotsford Public School and St Charles Ryde Primary School also competed at the Carnival and were pre - sented with a signed Paul Sironen Framed Tigers jersey for their school. Mr Kelly thanked senior students from Holy Cross College for being the referees and touch judges for the Carnival matches which were played by girls and boys mixed teams. He said it was the first Sironen Seven’s Carnival since the pandemic lockdowns. Truscott Street Public School won the Tigers’ Excellence Award at the Sironen Seven’s Carnival held at Holy Cross College in Ryde last Tuesday. ☐ Primary students at the Tigers’ Carnival at Holy Cross College in Ryde. TWT On-The-Spot PHOTO 117 Ryedale Road West Ryde NSW 2114 Tel: 02 9807 2444 www.releagues.com.au www.facebook.com/rydeeastwoodleagues Gig Guide Visit website or scan QR code to book! AUSTRALIAN BEACH BOYS 8PM, SATURDAY 1 JULY TICKETS $30 PLEASE VOTE FOR US IN THE LOCAL BUSINESS AWARDS! SCAN THE QR CODE. SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE VISIT OUR WEBSITE OR SCAN QR TO BOOK! CRAZY SCIENCE MAGIC SHOW Monday 3 July @ 2.30pm. Chemistry and physics - magic, comedy, mime & music! $15 per entry for adults & children. Under 2yrs Free. KIDS’ FIRST AID Monday 3 July @ 11am. $15.00. Informs and teaches kids first aid, aged 4-12yrs. Practical & super fun! CRAFT PARTY Wednesday 5 July @ 11am. $10.50. Includes FREE chips, drink and ice block. FUN PIZZA MAKING CLASS! Friday 7 July @ 10.30am. Make pizza @ Social Kitchen! Tickets $15; includes ice cream! KIDS’ MOVIES Monday 10 & Friday 14 July @ 11am and 2pm. Puss in Boots; The Last Wish and The Amazing Maurice.Only $1.50! KIDS’ BINGO 4 & 11 July @ 11am. $6.50, including activity pack, bingo book, lollies & more! PLUS great prizes! $154,000 CASH & CAR DRAW Sunday 20 August CHANCE TO WIN! A MINI COOPER & $100,000 CASH TO ENTER, JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP VIA OUR WEBSITE, OR AT THE CLUB. 1 YEAR ONLY $5 5 YEARS ONLY $20 See club website or scan QR code for details. Conditions apply. NTP/06551 DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE A NEW CLUB APP, WITH A DIGITAL MEMBERSHIP CARD, AND CHANCE TO WIN CLUB POINTS AND GIFT CARDS? SCAN THE QR CODE TO DOWNLOAD. SOUL EMPIRE - LIVE PARTY BAND SYDNEY’S HOTTEST R&B COVER BAND! 9PM, FRIDAY 30 JUNE. FREE ADMISSION! SYDNEY HOTSHOTS - ONE NIGHT AUSTRALIA’S ULTIMATE LADIES NIGHT 8PM, SATURDAY 15 JULY. TICKETS $35 BY THE ONE EYED TIGER LUKE BROOKS’ SHOCK $2.8M MOVE TO SILVERTAILS - SEE PAGE 14 At every Tigers match: • Action on the big screen • Promotional giveaways • Bar & food trucks • Happy hour during every Tigers match! West Tigers vs Cowboys SATURDAY July 1st from 5:30pm West Tigers vs Sharks FRIDAY July 7th from 8pm NRL Round 18 NRL Round 19 728 Victoria Road, Ryde 2112 All enquiries: 9807 3344 Exclusive to Members Join up now! FREE ALL DAY MONDAY! ☐ Rookie NRL Player Tallyn Da Silva at Holy Cross College.