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Wednesday, 9 August, 2023 817 VICTORIA ROAD, RYDE Your multi AWARD WINNING local newspaper! Page 16 www.weeklytimes.com.au Tigers Triple Try Thriller! Woolwich locals to oppose ‘mega marina’ TWT REAL ESTATE & FINANCE - SEE PAGE 9 VOL. 102 NO. 28 PUBLISHED 100 YEARS P.O. BOX 123, RYDE 1680 PHONE: 9807-6666 VP DAY Remembered SPORTS STARS BY THE DOZEN RYDE SPORTS FOUNDATION held its annual gala Sports Stars dinner at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club on Friday night, naming Ryde Athletics competitor Jessica Johnston its Sports Star of the year; wheelchair basketballer Jarrod Emeny and water polo player Jack Dwyer joint recipients of the Club 6 Encouragement Award; and Judoka Nicholas Platanov the recipient of its inaugural Rising Star Award. ☐ Pictured at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club are RSF 2022/23 Sports Stars: Ethan Moos (wheelchair racing), Jarrod Emeny (wheelchair basketball, joint Club 6 Encouragement Award winner), Nicholas Platonov (Judo, 2022/23 Rising Star), Alexandra Bradbury (Gymnastics), Alison Miller (netball), Jim Tzakos (Dragonboat), Tim Brown (Padel), Kyle Shaw (football), Andrew Phillips (Cycling), Jack Dwyer (Waterpolo, joint Club 6 Encouragement Award winner), Jessica Johnston (Athletics, 2022/23 Sports Star of the Year); Bendigo Bank (North Ryde) manager, James Hole; Louise Sauvage OAM (Paralympic Legend and former TWT Sports Star of the Year); RSF directors Kim Clayton (secretary), Karen Waud OAM, Jim Hull OAM, Deb Harding, Robyn Churchill, Paul Moujalli (treasurer); Kathy Tracey, Anthony Stavrinos; Rob Wilkinson (chair); Helen Brownlee (RSF supporter, former AOC member); Edna Wilde OAM (RSF Lifetime Member); John Shearer (former RSF chair); Ryde councillors Justin Li, Bernard Purcell, Daniel Han and Trenton Brown; Ryde Deputy Mayor Shweta Deshpande; State Member for Ryde, Jordan Lane; and Bennelong MP Jerome Laxale. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO (Lindsay Mar) JB’s World VP DAY commemorating 78 years since the end of the bloody World War 2 will be remembered tomorrow Thursday at Macquarie Park Cemetery RSL site by North Ryde RSL SubBranch and Cemetery authorities. All are invited to participate (See Page 3). 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 INSIDE This Week WIN, WIN, WIN with TWT!! Double passes to ‘Past Lives’ FIVE LUCKY readers can double passes for the new film ‘Past Lives’. Hunters Hill Theatre’s ‘Pope2Pope’ THREE LUCKY readers can win a double pass the new production ‘Pope2Pope’ at Club Ryde. The Tigers Den TWO FANATICS have won double pass to the TWT VIP Lounge in Club Ryde’s Tiger’s Den for one of the Tigers’ games in September. DETAILS, SEE PAGE 2

2 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 9 August, 2023 Father Martin’s Musings WIN, WIN, WIN with TWT! Meet a celestial cat Celeste Pussycat is available for adoption from Gladesville’s World League for Protection of Animals. “Friendly, affectionate Celeste is waiting for you to visit her, so she can rub up against your leg, purr when you stroke her and even accept a cuddle,’’ the team at The World League said. “She is not needy or demanding but always loves to be around her humans.” Celeste is a young cat though her exact age is unknown. She is desexed, microchipped vaccinated, dewormed and defleaed. For more information or an appointment please contact the World League on 9817 4892 or [email protected] “Celeste is a gorgeous girl who will make the perfect companion for any family, regardless of its size or makeup,’’ the team said. This week’s Cat Of The Week is a beautiful and gentle cat who loves to be around people. ☐ Celeste Pussycat Maggie Beer promotes new book at Hunters Hill Rotary Michael Parsons from the Club said 120 guests attended the talk which raised money for Alzheimer’s Disease research. “Once again the Rotary Club of Hunters Hill has stepped up to support a very worthwhile cause,’’ he said. “Maggie Beer and Professor Ralph Martins, world renowned Alzheimer’s researcher spoke as co-authors of their new book titled - Maggie’s Recipe for Life” “Fabulous Entertainment provided by the beautiful Miss Summer Giddings and Opera tenor Ricky Elias while our amazing Auctioneer, Mayor Zac Miles made for a wonderful night with lots of money raised for Alzheimer’s Research . “Thanks to all the Rotarians who helped to make this a spectacular event.” The Rotary Club of Hunters Hill hosted a talk by culinary author Maggie Beer at the Hunters Hill Club on Wednesday night. ☐ Maggie Beer gives her talk at the Hunters Hill Club. He was mocked for prayer It was this man’s practice before he would depart to openly say a prayer and make the sign of the cross for a safe voyage. On one such trip the ferry was full of laidback young people who pointed and laughed at the skipper for praying, they thought it was so old fashioned and unnecessary! Within three hours of leaving Aberdeen the ferry now on the open sea, suddenly encountered an almighty storm and many of the young people were terrified that the ferry would sink. A few of them banged on the door where the skipper was steering and pleaded that that he pray with them for a safe arrival. He shouted back to them in these words; “I say my prayers when things are calm when things get rough, I just concentrate on the task in front of me but please pray yourselves.” Fortunately, due no doubt to the skill, confidence and prayers of the skipper, the ferry made a safe landing to the Lerwick wharf on the Shetlands. When they landed the young passengers knew how fortunate they were and spontaneously gave the old skipper a standing ovation. In the book of Ecclesiastes, we hear; “There is a time for everything in life.” Father Martin R Maunsell is a Catholic Hospital chaplain There was a veteran ferry skipper who a few times each week would take people on a twelve-hour trip from the port of Aberdeen to the port of Lerwick on the Shetland Islands. Korean choir shines at Eisteddfod The event was hosted by Edna Wilde OAM and featured performances of Scottish Exhibition and Country Dances from the groups U3A, the MacNab Dancers and the Beecroft Scottish Dancers. Last week the Amplified/Pop category - hosted by Nicole Debs - saw trophies were awarded to first placed Amelie Matthews, Nicholas Fleitas and Chiara Sorbello. Speech and Drama events continue at the West Ryde Community Hall this week and conclude on Sunday at the Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club. The North Ryde Community Hall is also the venue for multi-instrumentalists on Friday and the piano events on Saturday and Sunday. The Korean Dream Choir won the Seniors Vocal Ensemble category at the Ryde Eisteddfod’s Senior Day at the North Ryde Community Hall on Sunday. ☐ The Korean Dream Choir is pictured at the North Ryde Community Hall on Sunday. TWT On-The-Spot PHOTO by Lyndsay Mar. ☐ Ryde’s Amplified Vocals prize winning young performers are pictured with Edna Wilde OAM. TWT On-The-Spot PHOTO by Lyndsay Mar. WIN a double pass to Hunters Hill Theatre’s ‘Pope2Pope’ This will be the Australian Premiere for Pope2Pope, written by Australian playwright Melvyn Morrow who says: “For the last 600 years, a conversation between two living popes would have been a theatrical fantasy, but since the resignation of Pope Benedict and the election of rock star Pope Francis, pope to pope has become a reality.“ “Think Agatha Christie in the Vatican,” says directorial debutant Elaine Hudson, who has put together a superb cast and crew. “Pope2Pope imagines what might follow and reveals the underbelly of the Vatican and the papacy. Everyone has secrets, but papal secrets are especially... well, you’ll soon discover.” 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 August 11 and contacted by Hunters Hill Theatre. Hunters Hill Theatre is celebrating two years at its new home on Level 2 of Club Ryde and has quickly become a fixture in the local community with many locals not only experiencing community theatre for the first time but also volunteering to help out behind the scenes “Rehearsals are well underway for Pope2Pope and we are looking forward to delivering yet another enjoyable afternoon/evening out for our patrons and subscribers,” Hunters Hill Theatre’s president Marisa Galiazzo said. Tickets are now on sale for Pope2Pope - $32 concession $35 General. You can book via the website www.huntershilltheatre.com.au or telephone 02 9879 7765. WIN! a double pass to new film, ‘Past Lives’ FIVE LUCKY readers can win double passes to the soon-to-be released film ‘Past Lives’. Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrest apart after Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea. Two decades later, they are reunited in New York for one fateful week as they confront notions of destiny, love, and the choices that make a life, in this heartrending modern romance. 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 August 21, they’ll be contacted by TWT and their names will be published in our August 23 edition. Past Lives releases nationally in cinemas on August 31. Tigers Den TWT VIP double passes TWO LUCKY readers can win double passes to the TWT VIP Lounge at Club Ryde’s Tigers Den for a game in September. Club Ryde has all the action from every Tigers match on the Tigers Den giant screen as well as promotional giveaways and bar and food trucks, with Happy Hour drink prices during all Tigers games. TO WIN a double pass, visit our website - weeklytimes.com.au - and click on the WIN with TWT tab and follow the instructions. Winners will be drawn on August 28, their names will be published in our August 30 edition and they’ll be contacted by the friendly folk at Club Ryde. WIN! Eisteddfod double passes FIVE LUCKY readers can win a double pass to an upcoming event of Ryde Eisteddfod, which runs through to September 3 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 contacted by TWT. To check out the upcoming Ryde Eisteddfod schedule, visit: rydeeisteddfod.org/EISTEDDFOD/index.php/events-listing For Hunters Hill Theatre’s next production, opening August 18, there’s a definite change of pace as we head to The Vatican. MIDWAY SHOPPING CENTRE 117 North Road, Denistone East 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. Property sales drive multi million dollar upgrade at Ermington’s Riverside park The upgrade will include new pathways and a hilltop lookout to provide views of the Parramatta River. It will also include a learn-to-ride space, an improved path network throughout the park, a vehicle entry loop with pedestrian access and car parking and open areas for picnics. City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Sameer Pandey said the park will serve the large influx of new home buyers. “Tens of thousands of families are about to call Ermington and surrounds their new home and they need a piece of tranquillity,’’ he said. “Parks and green spaces are the heart of communities and what better time than now to upgrade George Kendall Riverside Park, as thousands also plan their move to Ermington and (neighbouring) suburbs such as Melrose Park.’’ The ten million dollar upgrade is not being paid Ermington’s George Kendall Riverside Park is to get a ten million dollar upgrade, driven by an increased number of local property sales and rentals. ☐ George Kendall Riverside Park. for by property developer contributions and is fully funded under the State Government’s $50 million Parks for People program. Constructed wetlands and additional tree planting will maintain and enhance the riverside’s natural habitat. Cloudstreet in Lane Cove The Lane Cove Theatre opens its new play Cloudstreet on Friday, August 18 at The Performance Space @ St Aidan’s at 1 Christina Street, Longueville. The play is a tale of two Australian families dealing with heartbreak and joy over the course of two decades following the war, united by their co-habitation of a sprawling Perth house with a haunted past. “It reflects a contemporary Australian mythology, with very Australian settings and characters but the play is also very funny, and never forgets to show the humour and camaraderie between brothers and sisters, husbands and wives, parents and children,” Lane Cove Theatre Company President Lochie Beh said. For bookings and theatre times visit the website:www.lanecovetheatrecompany.com.au

Wednesday 9 August, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 3 JB’s World We have dreamt of opening Pane e Prosciutto since we were children. To share what we grew up with and what ultimately made us who we are. So, we’re sharing our dream with you. Simplistic and traditional Italian Flavours with our artisan panini and our Italian deli, with a few more surprises along the way. 86A Charles Street, Putney NSW 2112 OPENING SOON A U S T R A L I A N S EVERYWHERE were saddened this week two years ago with the passing of two Aussie icons: Judith Durham of The Seekers fame and Olivia Newtown-Johns of even wider musical fame and campaigner for breast cancer. JB has strong recollections of both. Firstly, I took my then young niece Gorgeous Georgina Gilkes now Maxted to see Olivia in concert at the then Lyric Theatre in George Street Sydney when both were very young and we all fell in love with a young Olivia with memories that will never die. Secondly, when I was on a ferry going across the English channel with a party group from Lon- ☐ Janette and John Howard. ☐ World War Two veteran Col Moir is pictured with Terry Ryan (centre) and John Booth AM. don to Belgium I was magically contacted by the captain of the ferry who played over the PA system The Seekers from Australia. And I must confess at the time I had never heard of them as I had been away and they had burst onto the public arena overnight! So from then on I had to take a close interest in their progress to international fame. * * * WHO WAS it that said: History repeats itself? Well this week I can repeat last year’s intro to JB’s World reading: WHO WAS it that said it will never rain again because of global warming and man made climate change? No prizes for guessing but one was a so-called professor who was paid $180,000 for part time work at a local Uni and the other hoaxer became a Prime Minister. How do they answer the coldest day ever in one state this week and floods in another? They should be blamed and shamed for misguid- ing schoolchildren and gullible adults, especial- ly young school teachers who brainwash their young students. What do you reckon? Let us know at weeklytimes.com.au/ letters * * * JANETTE HOWARD better half of one John Winston Howard OM AC SSI notably known as a Prime Mnister of Australia celebrates a birthday heading This Week’s TWT Birthday Honours List Friday. * * * GRAEME CASTLE who now lives at Rydalmere is a parishioner of St John’s Church By the Bridge at Kirribilli and faces 60 candles on his birthday cake Friday. He also attends the new church services at Macquarie Park in Triniy Chapel of Robert Men- zies College. Have a good one Graeme. Bregitta Byrne and Arnaud Lami from France celebrate five years wedded bliss tomorrow wed in Balmoral and now residing in Paris. Bregitta’s mum Sue was flower girl at the wedding of JB’s twin brother Peter and Margaret Barnier at St Philips Church Eastwood in 1957 with JB Best Man. * * * DAVID HAMLEY proprietor of the famous West Ryde Hotel celebrates tomorrow and no doubt will enjoy a round of golf. Doris Percillier also celebrates today in Germany with her son Michael and his better half Evi while Eduardo Qintero parties in Bogota Colombia. * * * PAUL WYNN of local Rotary fame celebrates Friday same day as Jean Drew of Epping and Jaynee Hodge better half of Barry Hodge and Ian Vair-Turnbull turning 65. Mary Norris better half of Bernard Norris and resident at Dalton Gardens Ryde was re- warded with her OBE four years ago Friday and would normally celebrate with her extended family of friends at Dalton Gar- dens. * * * TERRY RYAN (pictured) proprietor of North Ryde’s Good Fuel Inn for forty four years, former racing car driver and councillor on Ryde City Council celebrates Saturday same day as David James faces 77 candles on his birthday cake with better half Sally. Also celebrating Saturday are Tek Eng, Kiehl del Rosario and high in the Austrian Alps at Grossarl Maria Vie- hauser turns 81. * * * JUDY HARRIS Ryde Citizen of the Year 2011 will be celebrating 58 years wedded bliss with hubby Brian Harris Sunday with children Julie and Stephen and grandchildren. They are moving after many years in Princes Street Ryde to Dalton Gardens aka Calvary retirement in Ryde. Ron Pickett turns 86 on Sunday and celebrates with daughters Kerry and Wendy, same day Kathryn Dodd celebrates ten years mem- bership of Ryde Rotary Club. * * * MONDAY IS VP DAY commemorating the end of World War 2, 78 years ago on August 15, 1945. When we were younger we knew the day as VJ Day – Victory over Ja- pan – but now for cordial relations we say VP Day for Victory in the Pacific. For those who suffered losses in WW2 the change of name does not sit well with many. After all our big com- memorations of the centenary of World War 1 known as The Great War to end all wars – the end of a conflict closer to home and Australia seems to have gone under the radar! Jean Williamson celebrates in Scotland on Monday while Bernadette Horrell better half of Allen parties next Wednesday same day as Jill McInerney and Dorothy Hutton. Tom and Litsa Geroulas of West Ryde fame celebrate their wedding anniversary next Wednesday same day as Sahil Talwar and Megha Babaj celebrate nine years of wedded bliss. * * * BUMPER STICKER: What did we have before candles? ELEC- TRICITY! * * * Keep Smiling! -JOHN F BOOTH AM Emma Watkins’ Nintendo deal The former ‘Yellow Wiggle’ from The Wiggles children’s entertainment group, Emma will partner her sister, Hayley Watkins to promote Ring Fit Adventure, Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Pikmin 4 . “It’s been such a thrill to partner with Nintendo Australia for this campaign and show how these games and Nintendo Switch form a part of my home routine and help me to relax and unwind by myself and with family,’’ she said. “Sharing the fun with my husband and The Weekly Times 2009 Miss Eastwood Granny Smith Festival Queen and former Gladesville resident, Emma Watkins, is the new face of Nintendo Games. ☐ Emma Watkins (right) and her sister Hayley in a Nintendo promotional image; Emma below as the ‘Yellow Wiggle’; and below right as her new character, ‘Emma Memma’ sister has been great too!” Emma is currently studying a Diploma in Interpreting at Deaf Connect and her PhD at Macquarie University and is focused on the affective, artistic integrations of sign language, dance and film editing. Her new character ‘Emma Memma’ aims to ”empower the next generation through movement, creativity, inclusiveness and friendship”. ”Emma Memma, with her love of dance, sign language and music, brings visual communication to the forefront of the children’s media space,” according to the promotional material for her Emma Memma’s Twirly Tour, which has shows sheduled for Far North Queensland in August.

4 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 9 August, 2023 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 Hunters Hill Guest Column To The POINT By Danielle Francis Hunters Hill HUNTER’S HILL HAPPENINGS with Mayor Zac Miles Le Vesinet students reflect on their life in Hunters Hill We asked them for some highlights and memories. For Tiphaine Veyssier, the food journey has been fascinating. Dinner is eaten so early here, versus France (8.30pm), and it was a shock to eat cheese before the meal instead of after. But she approves! She has also loved hearing lyrebirds, watching live rugby league and the World Cup with her host sister Maya Tedder. Inès Idja just loves Sydney - with its clean streets and friendly locals, both the people and the koalas, kangaroos and a wombat called Neville - although she thinks the Aussie birds can be a bit too friendly. Her favourite memory is a family trip to Cairns, seeing the Great Barrier Reef and the sky train to Kuranda, and teaching French card games to her brothers Cooper (8) and Sidney (5). Eugénie Cotte and Heidi Coppet hosted Australian girls Emeline Johnson and Zoe Henville last Christmas, and now that it’s their turn, they’re relishing the green spaces of genteel Hunters Hill which is quite like home in Le Vésinet. Their first glimpse of the Sydney skyline reminded them of New York. They’ve noticed the differences in our education system. Certain Australian aspects are more strict, like single sex schools, fixed timetables and donning a uniform was a shock! But they love the more friendly interactions between teachers and students. They’re also noticing our different eating habits, like snacks during the day, unlike France which sticks to three square meals. A favourite food they’ve tried is Acai bowls with ice cream, fruit and grains. Faris Bouattour has had a unique experience, spending some time boarding at Joeys with his Recently you may have met our six French visiting students .. Dans un clin d’oeil (in the blink of an eye) .. their trip is passing and they’re having a ball. host brother Hugh Woodbury. He’s combined that with fantastic excursions like learning to surf in Manly and exploring the local area – even discovering Le Vésinet Drive in Hunters Hill. He has met many friendly people and a few four-legged friends as well, including dingoes on Fraser Island. Most importantly, he judges our hot chips to be superior to the ‘frites’ at home. Life in another country offers amusing challenges. Fantine Hurstel has made her host sister Iolanda Bilbie giggle more than once by hopping straight into the drivers seat and then having to swap to the passenger side. One of her highlights is snorkeling in the Whitsundays, seeing a dazzling array of coral and fish and she also enjoyed frocking up for the school formal at Wenona. Let’s not forget the Australian families from Hunters Hill and surrounds who are making all these experiences possible. They’ve loved it too, enjoying sharing our culture while hearing about how France compares. There will definitely be tears at the airport. Meanwhile, next year’s batch of young students are practicing their French, as they prepare to jet over to Le Vésinet in December. For information on the program or to apply, visit https://www.huntershill-levesinet.org.au Danielle is from the Hunters HillLe Vesinet friendship Committee Delivering for Hunters Hill We are well along the way to delivering the objectives identified in our program of works and in our Operational Plan. Our community has told us that road infrastructure is a key priority. Council has assessed roads, footpaths, kerbs and gutters to build on our Asset Management Plan to help ensure critical infrastructure is well maintained now and in to the future. Our capital works program for footpaths was completed in full, as part of our aim to support and encourage safe walking, cycling and vehicle travel across our municipality. Projects to upgrade our local playgrounds and outdoor spaces have also delivered great results. New shade cloth was installed over several of our playgrounds, and major works at three key sites, including Boronia Park, Gladesville Reserve and Figtree Park have progressed and are on track for delivery for our community to enjoy. Our road safety program has received great community feedback and participation, through workshops and campaigns supporting schools, parents and carers of young children and supervisors of those learning to drive. We look forward to delivering another ‘teach a learner driver’ online workshop on 23 August, and another round of free child car seat check vouchers, valid until 20 September. At our Library and community space, The Yarn, we continue to provide services for all our residents, with 3750 loans in a six-month period and the continuing popularity of our regular children’s sessions, including ‘Baby Bounce’ on Fridays at 11am and ‘Story Time’ on Wednesdays from 11am. Our bushland continues to be conserved and protected through the outstanding efforts involved in Bushcare programs. Volunteers put in 398 hours and planted 600 native plants across the local government area along with the community planting project that we held for National Tree Day as part of Moocooboola. I am pleased to report that Council was presented a progress update of our service delivery so far this year and it is great see our programs and projects tracking so well. The evolution of transport Hunters Hill is well-known and much-loved for its history and our museum is one way we share the story of our municipality with the community. Tomorrow evening (10 August) at 6pm I have the pleasure of opening the History of Hunters Hill Transport Exhibition, staged by the Hunters Hill Historical Society at the Museum. The exhibition will feature rare and original photographs and memorabilia such as ferry lights and ticket operating machines from early Sydney when ferries were the only practical mode of transport in Hunters Hill. Contact the Museum on 0417 067 511 regarding opening hours to come along to learn about the evolution of the transport links in our municipality. Remembering those who gave their lives in the Pacific victory Dear Sir, We gather to commemorate Victory in the Pacific 78 years ago and the end of Australian Involvement in the Vietnam War 50 years ago. In one conflict the result was victory and the warriors returned to a country celebrating not just the end of hostilities but victory over evil, it was almost a biblical war. The other war, the warriors returned to loved ones but also a profound public sentiment that ranged from dismissive of their experiences or hostile in the extreme. Nearly all of our World War Two veterans have passed now and the war they fought in is remembered through books, movies and commemorations. Their war was truly a war against evil, both Imperial Japan and Nazi Germany were brutal and with machine-like efficiency were able to maximise death, particularly amongst the captured populations. The war in Europe had concluded in May 1945 with the fall of Berlin and the death of Adolf Hitler but the War against Japan looked like dragging into 1946 with the battles in Japanese home islands expected to be extremely bloody. The Kamikaze attacks foretold of the mayhem to be expected in the fight for the homeland. However, in August 1945, even while Admiral Nimitz and General MacArthur were planning the invasion of Japan and Australian forces were engaged in Aitape and Wewak the world was about to see the power of the Atomic Bomb. On 6th August and then on the 9th bombs dropped on Hiroshima and then Nagasaki. Three days later the Japanese surrendered. Much debated after the event, the might of the atomic age ended the war and probably saved millions of lives if the Japanese islands had to be subdued by land war. It took over twelve months for the troops to be repatriated and many were kept in Japan as an occupation force. This slow process helped the troops to unwind from the war and talk amongst themselves. It is probably why many returned home without the outward signs of PTSD. They may have had some of the symptoms but were able to manage or as in my father’s case responded to treatment. The Vietnam War was more intense with percentage of time in combat or on patrol was much higher than previous wars, the technology of air transport and helicopter insertion had driven up the percentage of time under stress to nearly double of previous wars. It could also conceivably see a warrior in the field on one day and home in Australia and on leave within a week if not less. From an intense period with your best mates to alone in too short a period. Some of our predecessors in the RSL were less than proactive in helping these returning warriors and perhaps led to a feeling that the new guys were not welcome. I know I got the impression in 1974 that as a serving member of our armed forces we were no more welcome than civilians. Whether that was true or not did not matter, I stayed away from the RSL until 1995. So today we need to consider three things: Remember that in all wars we need to be grateful for those prepared to fight and defend our way of life. Celebrate the valour and sacrifice regardless of outcome. Hold our leadership to account for the outcome of our involvement in conflict and the treatment of our returned warriors. Speak up to hold us to our values and our leaders accountable. Perhaps we need to put new meaning behind “Lest We Forget” LCDR PETER COLTHORPE, RAN RTD President North Ryde RSL Sub Branch Healthy curiosity Dear Sir, It seems, if you know a lot about, even one topic, then you have done pretty well. I reckon, if I lived for another eighty years, I wouldn’t even make a recognisable dent in the all the stuff I would like to know about! JOHN FRYER Ryde Quarantine bill unpaid Dear Sir, The NSW Treasurer confirmed this week that the outstanding QLD Hotel Quarantine (Covid) bill has now blown out from $40m to $105m and is still unpaid. While RevenueNSW is quite happy to pursue the working poor (motorists) with overdue and some times questionable parking fines of $120 it appears that RevenueNSW and the NSWTreasury Department are not pursuing their ALP colleagues in QLD with the same amount of vigour. We are constantly told by our NSW Premier, Chris Minns how the NSW Budget is constantly under financial strain and yet they let a Tax Invoice for $105m remain unpaid for two years. What a farce - try delaying the payment of your parking fine for two years. Write to your local NSW MP and point this out to them when they knock back your next community grant. CHRIS PIKE Ryde

Wednesday 9 August, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 5 A great day out at Moocooboola Thousands of local residents had a great day out at the Moocooboola Festival in Boronia Park on Sunday. ☐ The winner of best owner-dog look alike at Moocooboola went to Tealisha Clarke and Alfie the Golden Retriever. ☐ The winner of best trick dog at Moocooboola went to Patricia Walsh and Shakira the Dutch Barge Dog, left, and dog show winner, right, was Madeleine Simpson and Sally the Jack Russell Terrier. ☐ All roads lead to a successful and well-organised Moocooboola ☐ The Hunters Hill Historical Society tent at Moocooboola proved popular with heritage enthusiasts. Bennelong MP to be lobbied on Epping Bridge alternative While many motorists support a widening of the Bridge to ease traffic congestion, concerned residents hope to convince Mr Laxale a better option would be to increase the railway station’s capacity to host more services to take more cars off the road. Local resident Richard Ure said road congestion remedies - like the bridge widening - usually result in more traffic. “Is increasing the westbound capacity of the bridge considered to be a better alternative?’’ he asks “With connections to the Metro, the T9 line and the Central Coast line and having 12 trains an hour, Epping is one of the best connected stations on the network. “Giving access to the station for the maximum number of public transport users should be preferable to catering for more private transport especially when much of the work has been done already and the future is up, not out.” He said priority should be given to access between Epping and Carlingford. “The light rail from Parramatta to Carlingford is expected to open next year, the metro between Epping and the three Macquarie Park stations has been in use for a few years, but there is a gap between Carlingford and Epping,’’ he said. “Into this gap comes the decision to add lanes to the congested road bridge at Epping.” But Mr Ure said the bridge widening has an obvious problem. “The third westbound lane exits to Beecroft Road where it meets an obstacle in the lift and stairs to the pedestrian bridge,’’ he said. “There is no plan to move this obstacle so traffic will be directed to a rat run through Ep- ping.” The Epping Civic Trust meeting will be held at 7.30pm on August 15 at the Epping Church of Christ in Bridge Street. Bennelong MP Jerome Laxale has been invited to the upcoming general meeting of the Epping Civic Trust to hear concerns with the proposed widening of the Epping Bridge ☐ The lift and pedestrian bridge in Epping is an obstacle says local resident Richard Ure. Councillors call for World Cup ‘Live Sites’ continuation This would include the Quarter Finals, Semi Finals, and it is hoped, the Final The meeting has been called in response to City of Ryde staff quashing live sites for the remaining matches “due to costs, participation to date, and the cold.” All three group stage Matildas matches were screened at live sites in Ryde by City of Ryde. Ryde Labor said it believed the matches were a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Sydneysiders to enjoy the thrill of a World Cup in an exciting and local atmosphere. “Not everyone can get to the stadium to watch these immensely exciting match ups,” Clr Purcell told The Weekly Times. “I would love to give local residents the chance to watch the Matildas make their way to the Final City of Ryde Councillors Bernard Purcell and Penny Pedersen are calling for an Urgent Extraordinary meeting to request that Council continue hosting live sites for the remaining Australian games of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. ☐ Ryde councillor Bernard Purcell (centre) with locals at Moko in Eastwood, enjoying the Matildas game on the big screen. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO ☐ Local police give advice to families at Moocooboola. The annual festival organised by Hunter’s Hill Council returned to the two Boronia Park ovals after being held at the Town Hall last year and cancelled during the pandemic lockdowns. “It was great to see the community come together to hold our traditional Moocooboola Festival,” Hunters Hill Mayor Miles said. “It is fantastic to have such a successful day back at Boronia Park Ovals.” The Mayor joined Hunters Hill Citizen of the Year, John Reading and a representative from QPet groomers in Hunters Hill Village to judge the Moocooboola Dog Show which was won by Madeleine Simpson and her three year old pup Sally who was named Best in Show. “I’m very excited and happy to win,” Madeleine said. Local dance ensembles and musicians took the stage and local sports clubs hosted interactive displays of pickleball and croquet. Council’s Bushcare volunteers ran a community planting project in recognition of National Tree Day and a plant giveaway. “The day was a testament of the strong sense of community spirit that exists in Hunters Hill,’’ Mayor Miles said. This selection of TWT On-the-Spot PHOTOS is courtesy of Lindsay Mar. in a fun and community environment. “While I respect the views of staff regarding these live sites, I think it is a misstep to not give locals the chance to watch the Matildas with their local community.” Clr Pedersen said it was an important time for women’s sport “and a focus on women’s sport will help grow women’s participation in our community sports programs.” After their two-nil victory over Denmark on Monday night, The Matildas progress to a quarter final tie on Saturday night in Brisbane against the winner of the Round of 16 elimination clash between France and Morocco being played at Adelaide’s Hindmarsh Stadium as TWT went to press on Tuesday night. If the councillors fail in their attempt to have the live sites resurrected, you can still catch the next Matildas game on the giant screen in the greens at Club Ryde or at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club or North Ryde RSL. Moko at Eastwood, Gladesville RSL and Gladesville Sporties will also be showing games. Check with each venue for schedules.

6 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 9 August, 2023 /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 ACADEMIC’S DESERVED HONOUR Along with City of Ryde CEO Wayne Rylands, I was proud to present Emeritus Professor Richard Howitt with a 2023 City of Ryde Excellence Award in recognition for him being made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in this year’s Australia Day honours. Professor Howitt, of Eastwood, has been an Emeritus Professor since 2018 and has served in several senior roles at Macquarie University. He is highly regarded as the Director of the Macquarie-Ryde Futures Project from 2012-17, linking the university with the local community and with Council. Professor Howitt’s research focuses on Indigenous rights and the interface between Indigenous communities, natural resource development, governments, and corporations at the scales of the project, the community, the landscape, and the nation. As you can see, he is a very worthy recipient of an important honour. PRIME MINISTER OF INDIA I wanted to acknowledge last week’s visit to Australia by Indian Prime Minister His Excellency Shri Narendra Modi. It was an important occasion for our LGA’s growing cohort of Indian residents, many of whom would have attended the Prime Minister’s public appearance at a rally in Sydney Olympic Park where he was greeted with rock star-like fervour and given a new nickname, ‘The Boss’. Australia’s warm and growing relationship with India is wonderfully represented here in Ryde, where our Indian residents are a vital part of our vibrant and welcoming multicultural community. SUSTAINABILITY FESTIVAL I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday 4 May at Ryde Park between 10.00am-2.00pm for City of Ryde’s Sustainability Festival, which is celebrating World Environment Day. There is both fun and education on offer at this annual event promoting sustainability, resilience, and environmental awareness. There will be activities to help you learn how to reduce food waste, save water, and improve your physical activity as well as a variety of interesting stalls to browse, some fascinating workshops, and plenty of delicious food available for when those hunger pangs strike. For more information visit ryde.events/SF L-R: City of Ryde CEO Wayne Rylands, Emeritus Professor Richard Howitt, and City of Ryde Mayor Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM. 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. • Food Scraps Recycling Service (Closing 8 June 2023) • Proposed Parking Changes During Waste Collection (Closing 12 June 2023) • Licence to North Ryde Community Preschool (Closing 18 June 2023) • NSW RFS | Bush Fire Risk Management Plan (Closing 18 July 2023) • Charity Creek Cascades - Dog Off-Leash Trial (Closing 6 September 2023) • Dog Off-Leash Trials 2023 (Closing 20 March 2024) Want to know 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] LIBRARY NEWS INFOCUS: KNOW YOUR TENANCY RIGHTS Join us at Ryde Library for an information session on your rights as a tenant with a representative from the Northern Sydney Area Tenants' Service (Marrickville Legal Centre). The speaker will explain what you can and can't do as a tenant and what the landlord and real estate agent's rights and obligations are. When: Tuesday 13 June Time: 10.00am – 11.30am Where: Ryde Library Cost: Free Bookings essential. For more information and to book visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/TenancyRights TUES 13 JUNE LIBRARIES SUNDAY 2 JULY 10AM - 4PM Kissing Point Park PUTNEY ryde.events/corkandfork GOLD SPONSORS New Date Announced! EVENTS IN YOUR CITY When: Saturday 17 June 2023 Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Where: Lachlan’s Line Park, Jarvis Circuit, Macquarie Park Meet your local emergency services, enjoy a free cup of coffee, a sausage sizzle, live music, Taronga Zoo Mobile, Family Skate Clinic and face painting for kids. For more information and to register online for the Family Skate Clinic visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/NeighbourDay Come and get to know your neighbours at Lachlan’s Line Park SAT 17 JUNE Create Belonging News In Brief /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 ACADEMIC’S DESERVED HONOUR Along with City of Ryde CEO Wayne Rylands, I was proud to present Emeritus Professor Richard Howitt with a 2023 City of Ryde Excellence Award in recognition for him being made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in this year’s Australia Day honours. Professor Howitt, of Eastwood, has been an Emeritus Professor since 2018 and has served in several senior roles at Macquarie University. He is highly regarded as the Director of the Macquarie-Ryde Futures Project from 2012-17, linking the university with the local community and with Council. Professor Howitt’s research focuses on Indigenous rights and the interface between Indigenous communities, natural resource development, governments, and corporations at the scales of the project, the community, the landscape, and the nation. As you can see, he is a very worthy recipient of an important honour. PRIME MINISTER OF INDIA I wanted to acknowledge last week’s visit to Australia by Indian Prime Minister His Excellency Shri Narendra Modi. It was an important occasion for our LGA’s growing cohort of Indian residents, many of whom would have attended the Prime Minister’s public appearance at a rally in Sydney Olympic Park where he was greeted with rock star-like fervour and given a new nickname, ‘The Boss’. Australia’s warm and growing relationship with India is wonderfully represented here in Ryde, where our Indian residents are a vital part of our vibrant and welcoming multicultural community. SUSTAINABILITY FESTIVAL I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday 4 May at Ryde Park between 10.00am-2.00pm for City of Ryde’s Sustainability Festival, which is celebrating World Environment Day. There is both fun and education on offer at this annual event promoting sustainability, resilience, and environmental awareness. There will be activities to help you learn how to reduce food waste, save water, and improve your physical activity as well as a variety of interesting stalls to browse, some fascinating workshops, and plenty of delicious food available for when those hunger pangs strike. For more information visit ryde.events/SF L-R: City of Ryde CEO Wayne Rylands, Emeritus Professor Richard Howitt, and City of Ryde Mayor Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM. 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. • Food Scraps Recycling Service (Closing 8 June 2023) • Proposed Parking Changes During Waste Collection (Closing 12 June 2023) • Licence to North Ryde Community Preschool (Closing 18 June 2023) • NSW RFS | Bush Fire Risk Management Plan (Closing 18 July 2023) • Charity Creek Cascades - Dog Off-Leash Trial (Closing 6 September 2023) • Dog Off-Leash Trials 2023 (Closing 20 March 2024) Want to know 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] LIBRARY NEWS INFOCUS: KNOW YOUR TENANCY RIGHTS Join us at Ryde Library for an information session on your rights as a tenant with a representative from the Northern Sydney Area Tenants' Service (Marrickville Legal Centre). The speaker will explain what you can and can't do as a tenant and what the landlord and real estate agent's rights and obligations are. When: Tuesday 13 June Time: 10.00am – 11.30am Where: Ryde Library Cost: Free Bookings essential. For more information and to book visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/TenancyRights TUES 13 JUNE LIBRARIES SUNDAY 2 JULY 10AM - 4PM Kissing Point Park PUTNEY ryde.events/corkandfork GOLD SPONSORS New Date Announced! EVENTS IN YOUR CITY When: Saturday 17 June 2023 Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Where: Lachlan’s Line Park, Jarvis Circuit, Macquarie Park Meet your local emergency services, enjoy a free cup of coffee, a sausage sizzle, live music, Taronga Zoo Mobile, Family Skate Clinic and face painting for kids. For more information and to register online for the Family Skate Clinic visit www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/NeighbourDay Come and get to know your neighbours at Lachlan’s Line Park SAT 17 JUNE Create Belonging Report expected on Bennelong’s grave Bennelong’s grave is next to the scout hall in Putney and a 2018 campaign by The Weekly Times helped secure an offer of around three million dollars by the former State Government for a significant memorial. The City of Ryde also passed a motion which stated: “The City of Ryde aims to progress further the investigation regarding the potential burial site in Putney and to progress any measures required to protect the site.” Bennelong died on January 3, 1813 at Kissing Point on the Parramatta River in Sydney and reports in the Sydney Gazette said he was buried in the Putney orchard of the brewer James Squire. In March 2011 Dr Peter Mitchell of Macquarie University announced that he had located Bennelong’s grave, prompting The Weekly Times and former Ryde Mayor Vic Tagg to launch the campaign to have the site recognised by a significant memorial where a small plaque stands now. The Weekly Times Managing Editor John F Booth AM said front page appeals to commemThe Bennelong Putney Project team will present The City of Ryde Council with a report on the progress made to give prominence to the gravesite of Colonial era Aboriginal leader Bennelong. ☐ In 2018, The Weekly Times celebrated the successful campaign for a significant memorial at Bennelong’s grave site in Putney. ☐ The City of Ryde and the NSW Government will invest heavily to promote tourism in East- ☐ Diwali lights illuminate homes in Parramatta and may shine from civic buildings across Ryde. wood’s Korea Town district. orate Bennelong had paid off. “Since 2013 our readers have backed our campaign to have a substantial memorial at the gravesite and recognise Bennelong’s important contribution to the local Federal electorate named after him,” he said. * * * EASTWOOD’s Korea Town will receive council funding to promote tourism projects. “City of Ryde staff will prepare a report outlining options, funding and strategies to upgrade infrastructure and encourage tourism, economic and cultural activities in Eastwood,’’ a Council spokesperson said. “This will include an update on the status of the Eastwood Central project as well as options, funding and strategies to replace the remaining zebra crossings in the town centre with traffic lights.’’ There will also be funding to provide additional murals and street decorations on the west side of Eastwood town centre reflecting the history and cultural diversity of the area alongside an investigation to identify opportunities to further support the Eastwood night market. “Council will also recognise the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Eastwood Tai Chi group with a plaque to be installed at Eastwood Plaza,’’ the spokesperson said. * * * Ryde Council will consider illuminating Council buildings with decorative lighting during the Hindu Diwali festival. “Council will involve local community and representative groups in the planning and execution of the project to ensure cultural authenticity,’’ a Council spokesperson said. “Council will also initiate a comprehensive educational campaign that offers guidance on the correct methods for disposing of solar lights.” In related news, councillors resolved to recognise Indian Independence Day with a flag raising event at Kissing Point Wharf on August 15 with an invitation extended to Consul General of India Sydney, Mr Manish Gupta, to attend the event. * * * City of Ryde Mayor Sarkis Yedelian OAM has condemned the Victorian State Government for cancelling the 2026 Commonwealth Games and has urged our State Government to bid for the Games with the Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre as a venue to host the Commonwealth Water Polo Championships. * * * Proposed changes to Ward boundaries in Ryde have been placed on public exhibition for 28 days, with 42 days allowed for submissions to be received.A draft study of flood prone Wards has also been placed on public exhibition for 60 days to allow submissions to be received. “At the conclusion of the public exhibition period, should no submissions be received, the Draft Flood Study will be adopted as final,’’ a Council spokesperson said. “Should any relevant submissions be received, a further report shall be presented to Council.” * * * With Christmas only four months away, Ryde Council will investigate the creation and distribution of a Christmas Gift Guide that will showcase the ways to shop within Ryde. Councillors also resolved to review the Northern District Local Business Awards and to investigate the establishment of its own City of Ryde Business Awards in conjunction with local businesses and all local Chambers of Commerce. * * * Council will also investigate strategies to mitigate damage to natural areas on Quebec Road, West Chatswood, and properties on River Road from excessive stormwater runoff as well as sediment runoff to Lane Cove River from clearing at the InvoCare function centre site at the Northern Suburbs Memorial Gardens and Crematorium. Eastwood orchid show is a blooming success “Our orchid show held in July at the Eastwood Shopping Centre was a resounding success,’’ President Rupa said. “Displayed within the heart of the Centre, the exhibition had many admirers and the forecourt fronting Eastwood Mall was transformed into an orchid sales area with crowds up to three deep selecting orchids to take home.” The Orchid Circle President also paid tribute to the centre management and looks forward to customer support for an upcoming orchid show. “We are very grateful to the Eastwood Shopping Centre for providing a venue to The Eastwood and District Orchid Circle recently held its Winter Show at Eastwood Shopping Centre and continues host shows to raise money to help sick children, says Orchid Circle President Rupa Dharmasiri. ☐ The Eastwood and District Orchid Circle thanks the Eastwood Shopping Centre for hosting its fundraising orchid displays. both display and sell orchids, as well as a space to conduct raffle ticket sales in sup- port of The Children’s Medical Research In- stitute at Westmead,’’ President Rupa said. “Once again, during the forthcoming orchid show from Thursday September 7 to Saturday, September 9 raffle tickets will be available for purchase, with three exquisite Cymbidium orchids offered as prizes at the afford- able cost of one dollar per ticket.” The Orchid Circle is celebrating its 79th Birthday this year. “Since its establish- ment in 1944, Eastwood & District Or- chid Circle has been a pillar of the local community, fostering a deep appreciation for the beauty of orchids,’’ the President said. “From its beginnings with the inaugural Orchid Show in September 1944, the organisation has consistently show- cased the splendour of these flowers, captivating audiences year after year.” Battle of Hornsby painting donated to the community Th oil painting depicts a dramatic moment in the battle between Chief Constables John Horne and Samuel Thorn against bushrangers in June, 1830, which brought about the naming of the towns of Hornsby and Thornleigh. Bushrangers John MacNamara and William Dalton were shot dead on Windsor Road during the battle after they took part in the ambush of Horne and Thorn. The painting was donated by 99-year-old resident Roy Smith on behalf of his late wife and painter, Josephine Anne Smith. “Shortly before she passed away, Josephine A rare painting that depicts the 19th Century Battle of Hornsby was donated to the Shire this week. ☐ Hornsby Mayor Philip Ruddock and Roy Smith hold the painting that depicts the Battle Of Hornsby. asked me to donate the painting which she had created in 2000 for an exhibition depicting some events occurring in Hornsby’s history,” Mr Smith said. “I hope that when this is displayed that it will be of significant interest to Council and the Shire community.” Hornsby Shire Mayor Philip Ruddock expressed his gratitude to the Smith family for their gift. “This remarkable work of art celebrates rich cultural heritage of our local community and we are incredibly grateful to be able to receive this significant donation,” Mayor Ruddock said. Josephine enjoyed a prolific career and her works continued to receive international acclaim after she moved from London to Sydney in 1984 to set up her studio in Mount Colah.

Wednesday 9 August, 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 DRAGON BOAT SUCCESS I’m sending my best wishes to the six members of the Ryde Dragon Boat club who are representing Australia at the 16th World Dragon Boat Racing Championships currently underway in Pattaya, Thailand. Councillor Sophie Lara-Watson and I recently visited the "Ryders" Putney Park HQ to wish its Australian Auroras team members – Isabella Taranto, Joel McCarthy, Wayne Davison, Peter Fox, Fiona Wells Dimech, and George Dimech – good luck as they take on the world’s best. It’s a remarkable achievement for a club that was only established in October 2021 with the simple goal of bringing the sport to the local community and providing a fun and inclusive environment for people of all ages to get fit and compete together. The City of Ryde is proud to have sponsored the purchase of paddles and to host the "Ryders" club at Putney Park. WRAP WITH LOVE Ryde Library is displaying a colourful tapestry of knitted wraps until Sunday 13 August as part of its annual Wrap with Love knit-in, which was held last Friday. City of Ryde libraries has four knitting/crochet groups that meet throughout the year, creating wraps for several charitable organisations, including Wrap with Love. City of Ryde Mayor, Clr Sarkis Yedelian OAM with Clr Sophie Lara-Watson and members of the Ryde Dragon Boat Club at Putney Park HAVE YOUR SAY OPEN COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS You are invited to have your say about documents, projects and proposals that are currently on public exhibition, or provide feedback on services and concerns that affect the community. • Sportsground Allocation Policy Review (Closing 31 August 2023) • Charity Creek Cascades - Dog Off-Leash Trial (Closing 6 September 2023) • City of Ryde – Ward Boundary Review (Closing 11 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 8.30am - 2.00pm - 5 & 7 Delange Road, Putney List your garage sale for free at www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/garagesales SAT 12 AUG In the last 12 months we have sent 348 wraps to them, including 96 that were forwarded to Syria after the devastating earthquake in February 2023. There are more than 35 wraps currently on display at Ryde Library – I’d encourage everyone to come in to either get some ideas or just marvel at the creative talent of our community. INDIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Council is proud to be hosting a flag-raising service on Tuesday 15 August at Kissing Point Park, Putney, to commemorate the 76th Indian Independence Day. The service, which will be held from 12.30 - 1.30pm, acknowledges the end of British colonial rule in India in 1947 and is a significant event for our residents of Indian origin. In a proud multicultural local government area such as ours, these kinds of acknowledgements help to foster a sense of unity, promote inclusivity, and strengthen the bond among the residents of our City. Received between 27 July and 2 August 2023 LDA2023/0196 162A Quarry Rd RYDE LDA2023/0197 23 Chisholm St NORTH RYDE MOD2023/0155 54 Monash Rd GLADESVILLE LDA2023/0195 31A Marlow Ave DENISTONE Determined between 27 July and 2 August 2023 LDA2023/0134 5 Crescent Ave RYDE LDA2023/0173 6 Giffnock Ave MACQUARIE PARK LDA2022/0331 58 Champion Rd TENNYSON POINT LDA2022/0390 5 Halifax St MACQUARIE PARK LDA2023/0048 45A Bayview St TENNYSON POINT LDA2023/0115 508 Victoria Rd RYDE LDA2023/0136 39 Small St PUTNEY LDA2023/0149 7 Jeanette St EAST RYDE LDA2023/0165 318 Morrison Rd PUTNEY MOD2023/0119 73 Wharf Rd GLADESVILLE LDA2023/0155 6 Hall St WEST RYDE MOD2022/0160 2 Orange St 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 SPONSORED BY: ENTRIES CLOSE: THURSDAY 31 AUGUST 2023

8 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 9 August, 2023 Rail trespassing trend triggers urgent warning Sydney Trains Chief Executive Matt Longland said intruding in the rail corridor is not only illegal, it could be a matter of life and death. “Over the past year, our camera network has captured 166 incidents of people trespassing in and around the live rail corridor across the Sydney Trains network,” Mr Longland said. “People trespassing in the rail corridor causes delays for trains and passengers. But even worse, if trains aren’t able to stop, it could cost someone their life. “Rail safety is all our responsibility and I urge everyone to please consider the impacts of their actions on our frontline staff.” Head of Sydney Trains Security and Intelligence Jess Sharpe said when a person is detected in the tunnels, trains are ordered to stop. “Anyone thinking about trespassing – think again. Not only do you risk your life, but it’s also a selfish act that can cause lengthy delays, impacting the journeys of hundreds of thousands of passengers across Greater Sydney,” Ms Sharpe said. “I’ve seen first-hand some terrifying incidents captured on our security cameras, with people putting themselves at serious risk of death or injury. “It’s also concerning to see many cases of young people running into tunnels with seconds to spare for pranks or social media. Incidents are typically higher on weekends and during school holiday periods.” Sydney Trains driver Jenilyn Maniebo is making a powerful plea, after witnessing countless incidents of reckless behaviour during her decade on our rail network. “Each time I see a trespasser I have to quickly blow the horn, apply emergency braking, stop the train, and ensure the corridor is clear. These close calls and fatalities leave drivers and rail staff distraught. An incident like this has a ripple effect impacting so many people,” Ms Maniebo said. Sydney Trains works closely with Police Transport Command to target and deter reckless behaviour. The minimum fine for people caught trespassing is $400 but this can be as high as $5,500. Rail Safety Week is an annual initiative of the TrackSAFE Foundation held in Australia and New Zealand to promote safe rail practices. It unites the rail workforce, police, government, and community groups by encouraging commuters to be aware and alert while travelling on and around the rail network. At the start of the National Rail Safety Week, Sydney Trains is reminding everyone about the dangers of trespassing into the rail corridor. Concord Hospital to get a new carpark The new carpark will provide more than 550 new spaces for patients, staff and visitors. New South Wales Health Infrastructure Acting Executive Director Northern Region Hayley Bell said the five-level multi-storey carpark is being delivered as part of the $32.4 million carpark project to increase parking for the recently completed $341 million Concord Hospital redevelopment. “We’re excited to be delivering 550 new spaces, which is on top of the recently opened on grade carpark that is providing 300 parking spaces for staff,” Ms Bell said. “When complete, the new carparks will increase capacity on the hospital campus to more than 2,300 spaces.” The new carpark will include accessible spaces and lift access. Security features will include CCTV throughout the car park and multiple duress points on each level. Sydney Local Health District Chief Executive, Dr Teresa Anderson AM said once complete the carpark will be used by visitors and staff alike. “We have partnered with Health Infrastructure to deliver the multi-storey carpark, which is part of a long-term strategy to improve the experience of visitors and staff at Concord Hospital,” Dr Anderson said. “We thank our staff and the community for their understanding and patience during the construction period and look forward to delivering this important project.” For more information visit: https://slhd. health.nsw.gov.au/concord Construction is underway on a new and long awaited multi-storey carpark at Concord Hospital. ☐ An artist impression of the new multi-storey carpark. Victory In The Pacific Day The annual Victory In The Pacific Day Remembrance Service will be held at the Returned and Services League site of the Macquarie Park Cemetery this Thursday, August 10 from 10.30am. The Service is being hosted by the RSL and the Cemetery is located on the corner of Delhi Road and Plassey Road in North Ryde. Victory In The Pacific Day commemorates the events of August 15, 1945 when Japan surrendered and Australia’s Prime Minister, Ben Chifley, announced the war was over. It is a day to remember Australia’s war ef- forts from 1942 to 1945 in the Pacific region, including in Singapore, Borneo, Malaya, Papua New Guinea and New Britain. Around 17,000 Australian soldiers lost their lives. ☐ The Memorial to Australian servicemen and women at the Macquarie Park Cemetery. 2RRR gets federal government funding 2RRR’s chair Dino Mancini said the local station was the beneficiary of the government’s funding commitment to local community broadcasting. “This funding is vital to our development and operations with staff and volunteers working to broadcast content not covered by commercial radio,” he said. “At 2RRR 88.5FM, we strive to deliver community services announcements, local news and stories and music genres not ordinarily heard elsewhere including emerging Australian artists and multilinguistic programs. “Importantly, with adequate funding we can also outreach to the deserving local community services like The Northern Centre (family domestic violence), Streetwork (kids at risk) and Royal Rehab (disabilities and rehabilitation.” He said that without the funding, through the Community Broadcasting Foundation, 2RRR would have “no certainty to be able to maintain our services principally to people in the Ryde and Hunters Hill LGAs.” “We’re grateful to the Labor Ryde Regional Radio Co-operative Limited (2RRR 88.5FM) has received substantial funding from the federal government. ☐ Pictured in the 2RRR studios, l to r, technical director Keith Rider, 2RR chair Dino Mancini, station manager Natalie de Silver and Bennelong MP Jerome Laxale. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTO Government for reaffirming and doubling down on a commitment to this sector of the Australian media landscape,” he said. On Friday, Federal Member for Bennelong, Jerome Laxale, visited 2RRR to meet with Mr Mancini and station manager Natalie de Silver to the organi- sation’s success in obtaining the grants. “I am so pleased our local broadcasting institution 2RRR has been successful in obtaining this funding”, Mr Laxale said. “This funding will enable 2RRR to continue broadcasting local news and content to our local community. “I know that for many Bennelong residents radio remains an essential source of news and information and is a vital link to help so many people feel a sense of connection.” There have been two successful grants for 2RRR under the first round of the Department of Communication, Community Broadcasting Program. It will receive $118,654 to assist with funding of a station manager, assistant manager, broadcasting transmission equipment, rigging works, antenna replacement and installation of a digital audio library and uninterruptible power supplies. A further $22,383 of funding will assist with specialist (ethnic) radio programming and development. ☐ Intruders at Sydney railway locations (images: Transport for NSW)

Wednesday 9 August, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 9 Recent local property sales* realeSTaTe&FINaNCe ABBOTSFORD 10/7-9 Abbotsford Parade, 2B, 112.7 m2 , Apartment $1,066,000 (06 Aug 23) John Lagounaris, Roger Mickhail Drummoyne 4/603-607 Great North Road, 2B, 130 m2 , Apartment $1,427,700 (04 Aug 23) Nathan Antunes, Wolf Summer Hill BALMAIN 29 Mort Street, 4B, 171.7 m2 , House $3,250,000 (04 Aug 23) Monique Dower, Belle Property Balmain CABARITA 23/24 Phillips Street, 4B, Apartment $2,550,000 (31 Aug 23) Jacob Sopina, McGrath Strathfield CARLINGFORD 532/1 James Street, 2B, Apartment $673,000 (07 Aug 23) Steven Liu, Leo-31 Pennant Hills 43 Manildra Avenue, 4B, 695 m², House $2,070,000 (04 Aug 23) Thomas Perram, Belle Property Parramatta 33/2-8 James Street, 2B, 277 m2 , Apartment $650,000 (04 Aug 23) Konstantin Melnikov, Morton Crows Nest 33/217-219 Carlingford Road, 2B, Apartment $648,000 (03 Aug 23) Millie Qiu, Ray White Carlingford 20A Moseley Street, 3B, House $1,588,000 (02 Aug 23) Rebecca Ying Li, McGrath Epping 92/2-8 James Street, 2B, 142 m2 , Apartment $700,000 (02 Aug 23) Vicky Ruan, Uniland Epping 149A Adderton Road, 3B, House $1,495,000 (01 Aug 23) Nathan Circosta, Ray White Carlingford CHELTENHAM 30 Sutherland Road, 3B, 904.2 m2 , House $2,510,000 (04 Aug 23) Belinda Hill, McGrath Beecroft CHISWICK 121/54A Blackwall Point Road, 2B, Apartment $1,016,000 (03 Aug 23) Tim Lapham, Waterpoint Meadowbank DENISTONE WEST 11 Perkins Street, 4B, 594.4 m2 , House $2,360,000 (05 Aug 23) Tahlia Zheng, McGrath Epping DRUMMOYNE 9/40 Drummoyne Avenue, 2B, 212 m2 , Townhouse $1,415,000 (05 Aug 23) Joe Kanaan, The Agency Drummoyne DUNDAS 136D Park Road, 5B, Duplex/Semi-detached $1,905,000 (02 Aug 23) Majd Jerjees, Melrose Estate Agents Ryde 9/172 Kissing Point Road, 2B, Townhouse $855,000 (02 Aug 23) Tom Chan, Element Realty Carlingford EASTWOOD 8 Hockley Road, 4B, 657 m², House $2,420,000 (05 Aug 23) Daisy Lin, Tracy Yap Epping 9/47 Doomben Avenue, 2B, 73 m2 , Apartment $570,000 (05 Aug 23) Brian Kong, Stone Beecroft 1/2 Clanwilliam Street, 4B, 316 m2 , Townhouse $1,961,000 (05 Aug 23) Johnny Oh, Pello - Northern Suburbs 6B Fourth Avenue, 4B, 280 m2 , Villa $1,850,000 (04 Aug 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 2/5 Doomben Avenue, 2B, Unit $655,000 (03 Aug 23) Abhilov Verma, Harcourts Blacktown 15/7-9 May Street, 2B, 106 m2 , Apartment $673,000 (02 Aug 23) Daisy Lin, Tracy Yap Epping 28A Orange Street, 5B, 295 m2 , Duplex/ Semi-detached $2,376,000 (01 Aug 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping EPPING 31/42C Kent Street, 2B, Apartment $770,000 (07 Aug 23) Cecily Zhu, Gavan South Hurstville 12 Neil Street, 5B, 916.9 m2 , House $4,115,000 (05 Aug 23) Andy Lin, Uniland Epping 28 Ridge Street, 5B, House $2,720,000 (5 Aug 23) Tian Hong, Ray White Epping 3 Warrington Avenue, 4B, House $3,300,000 (5 Aug 23) Tim Cale, Cale Epping 122 Pennant Parade, 3B, 777.8 m2 , House $2,500,000 (05 Aug 23) Betty Ockerlander, McGrath Epping 10/38 Stanley Road, 3B, 301 m2 , Townhouse $1,490,000 (05 Aug 23) Billy Drury, Novak Dee Why 203A/11-27 Cliff Road, 2B, Unit $715,000 (04 Aug 23) Danielle Jenkins, First National Epping 54/44-52 Kent Street, 1B, Apartment $620,000 (04 Aug 23) Xiao Jun (Jenny) Xiao, Iconic Estate Burwood 404/22 Cambridge Street, 3B, Apartment $1,143,000 (03 Aug 23) Kris Yu, Uniland Epping 15 Wycombe Street, 4B, 597 m2 , House $3,501,000 (02 Aug 23) Tracy Yap, Tracy Yap Epping ERMINGTON 427/24-32 Koorine Street, 2B, 107 m2 , Apartment $716,000 (03 Aug 23) Ti Zhou, Uniland Epping 215/70 River Road, 2B, 110 m2 , Apartment $682,000 (03 Aug 23) Maggie Sheng, Land Estate Hurstville FIVE DOCK 96/63A Barnstaple Road, 2B, Unit $1,220,000 (05 Aug 23) Mario Carbone, Ray White Drummoyne GLADESVILLE 102/161 Victoria Road, 2B, Apartment $795,000 (07 Aug 23) Colin Liotta, Cassidy Gladesville 106/7 Pittwater Road, 2B, 116 m2 , Apartment $975,000 (05 Aug 23) Maxx Mancuso, Ascott Potts Point 3/9-13 Pearson Street, 2B, Apartment $1,000,000 (01 Aug 23) Robert Casssidy, Cassidy Gladesville GREENWICH 3206/1 Nield Avenue, 1B, Apartment $698,000 (05 Aug 23) Shabina Kamal, BresicWhitney Neutral Bay LANE COVE 503/16 Birdwood Avenue, 1B, Apartment $830,000 (07 Aug 23) Maggie Zhao, Century 21 West Ryde 184/25 Best Street, 3B, Apartment $1,600,000 (04 Aug 23) David Hill, Stone Crows Nest 8 Lawn Avenue, 4B, 676 m2 , House $3,240,000 (03 Aug 23) Sam Lloyd, McGrath Lane Cove 34/299 Burns Bay Road, 2B, Apartment $950,000 (02 Aug 23) Tim Holgate, Belle Property Lane Cove LEICHHARDT 97/69 Allen Street, 3B, House $1,850,000 (05 Aug 23) Santos Sulfaro, CobdenHayson Annandale 19 James Street, 4B, 232 m2 , House $2,550,000 (04 Aug 23) James Price, Hudson McHugh Leichhardt 62 Edith Street, 3B, 289 m2 , House $2,100,000 (03 Aug 23) David Eastway, Hudson McHugh Leichhardt 239 Elswick Street North, 3B, 186 m2 , House $1,825,000 (03 Aug 23) James Price, Hudson McHugh Leichhardt 4 Skelton Street, 2B, 167.6 m2 , Duplex/ Semi-detached $1,600,000 (03 Aug 23) John Lagounaris, Roger Mickhail Drummoyne MACQUARIE PARK 21/2 Rogal Place, 3B, 228 m2 , Townhouse $1,206,000 (05 Aug 23) Eva Xu, Belle Property Epping MARSFIELD 21/108 Crimea Road, 2B, 194 m2 , Townhouse $1,000,000 (02 Aug 23) Daniel Lee, Belle Property Epping 1/140-148 Crimea Road, 2B, 146 m2 , Townhouse $930,000 (02 Aug 23) Daniel Lee, Belle Property Epping NORTH EPPING 49 Grigg Avenue, 3B, 797 m2 , House $2,130,000 (01 Aug 23) Catherine Murphy, The Agency North Sydney NORTH RYDE 503A/1 Allengrove Cres, 1B, Apartment $618,888 (07 Aug 23) Paul Liao, Talent Realty Chatswood 1001/1 Network Place, 1B, Apartment $670,000 (04 Aug 23) Lina Lee, Obsidian St Leonards OATLANDS 24 Prindle Street, 4B, House $1,950,000 (4 Aug 23) Borderick Wright, Ray White Parramatta RHODES 1904/7 Rider Boulevard, 2B, Apartment $1,350,000 (05 Aug 23) William Liu, Rhodes Realty Rhodes 202/2 Timbrol Avenue, 1B, Apartment $652,000 (03 Aug 23) Greg Timms, Rhodes Realty Rhodes RYDE 7/15 Devlin Street, 2B, Apartment $500,000 (04 Aug 23) Damian Kennedy, McGrath Ryde 2/2 Porter Street, 1B, Apartment $530,000 (06 Aug 23) Jenny (Nashin) Cho, Field and Urbanite Chatswood 14/8-10 Smith Street, 3B, 153 m2 , Apartment $1,255,000 (03 Aug 23) Lijian (Daniel) Ou Yang, Denox Global Sydney 28 Willow Crescent, 4B, 525 m2 , House $2,035,000 (02 Aug 23) Jason Segon, Stone North Ryde 17 Olive Street, 5B, 290 m2 , House $2,400,000 (01 Aug 23) Chris Pennisi, Pello - Northern Suburbs STRATHFIELD 6 Amaroo Avenue, 3B, 581.7 m², House $2,955,000 (06 Aug 23) Paul Pettenon, Raine & Horne Concord 150/1-3 Beresford Road, 2B, 154 m2 , Apartment $775,000 (03 Aug 23) Norman So, Belle Property Strathfield SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK 2212/1 Brushbox Street, 3B, 158 m2 , Apartment $1,110,000 (01 Aug 23) Andrew Bova, Exclusive Concord WEST RYDE 1/15 Winbourne Street, 3B, 174 m2 , Villa $1,200,000 (01 Aug 23) Nathan Circosta, Ray White Carlingford 839/14B Anthony Road, 2B, 116 m2 , Apartment $930,000 (31 Jul 23) Catherine Lu, McGrath Epping (* This is not an exhaustive listing of local sales and represents only a sample of those reported) Woolwich residents to oppose ‘mega marina’ The new action group will include residents of Margaret Street, Woolwich as well as local conservationists and yacht enthusiasts from the Hunters Hill Sailing Club and the Drummoyne Sailing Club. The Marina (at the end of Margaret Street) recently released plans for the proposed develA residents action group is being formed to protest against a proposed redevelopment of the Woolwich Marina that will more than double the size of its harboured berths and moor large, luxury vessels. ☐ Will large, luxury craft be coming to the waterfront at Woolwich? ☐ Woolwich and surrounding parklands (image: Sydney.com) opment which are expected to go before the Regional Planning Panel as an item of state significance. If approved it will ad 36 new marina berths for a total of 79 berths. Independent Hunter’s Hill Clr and former Mayor Ross Williams supports the action group and said he will urge other councillors to support it. “This is an absolutely outrageous development proposal,’’ he said. “We are not talking about yachts but eight to ten of the enormous 35 metre long luxury craft on moorings that will extend 55 metres out into the channel, so it is no wonder all the sailing clubs are up in arms about it because the Marina already takes up much of the major sailing and ferry channel.’’ Margaret Street residents who spoke with The Weekly Times on Saturday - but declined to be named - said their major concern was the loss of views and vistas. They said previous Hunter’s Hill councillors had opposed large scale waterfront housing development on these grounds and the same principle should be upheld in this case. Councillor Williams agreed. “Not only will you not be able to see Cockatoo Island from the foreshore, you’ll not be able to see the foreshore at Kelly’s Bush from the water,’’ he said. “Even the current Marina is an over development so there are reasonable concerns about (blocked views of) Kelly’s Bush.” He said he would welcome an opportunity for the Marina to brief the Council. “I really hope the Council gets on the action group’s side,’’ he said. The Council and residents recently and successfully opposed a proposed expansion of the Gladesville Bridge Marina and the Pulpit Point Marina. The Marina’s plans can be viewed on the Hunter’s Hill Council website.

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Wednesday 9 August, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 11 ELECTRICIANS (CONTINUED) RYDE PROVEN ELECTRICAL 1300 776 247 Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship •Family Owned & Operated •Fast Local Service •All Electrical. Lights, Power, Wiring, Fans www.prove nair.com.au 354131C 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 LOCAL 24/7 SAME DAY SERVICE Charles 0480 087 099 EMERGENCY WITHIN ONE HOUR! MENTION THIS AD FOR $50 OFF! Licensed Electrician and Level 2 ASP 5226 All electrical works and repairs. 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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 To advertise Phone: 9807 6666

12 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 9 August, 2023 Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 LANDSCAPING 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) 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 PAINTERS & DECORATORS (CONTINUED) STEVE’S PAINTING SERVICE 0401 018 561 Over 16 years experience. Repair specialist. Dulux paint, interior/exterior. 5-year job guarantee. Free quote. Pensioner discount. 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 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 PAUL RUFF & SON PLUMBING 0418 961 406 Est. Locally 1981 Lic 3792 PLUMBERS (CONTINUED) 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 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 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 HANDYMAN (CONTINUED) 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 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 renovations 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.

Wednesday 9 August, 2023 THE WEEKLY TIMES 13 Phone Guide Handy The Weekly Times 9807 6666 REFRIGERATOR REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all fridges/seal washers, dryers, dishwashers. 7 days. 0409 833 832 9807 9828 ROOFING J & M SCHALK. 9878 4483 0408 642 056 Roof repairs. Metal, tile & leaking roof replac- ing valleys, F/Q, Lic R91302. LOCAL SYDNEY ROOF SPECIALIST 0414 837 679 Phil 9715 1804 Leak finding/Repairs (tiles, metal, slate) shingals/ skylights, asbestos, copper, Waterproofing, Lead, Flashings, cappings, ridgepointing, rebedding, Chimney’s,Stormwater Drains Cleared, relayed, Diverted, fixed. (Gutter’s/Downpipes) renewal, cleaning, whirlybirds. Same day service – reliable, professional, efficient. All work guaranteed. 30 Yrs exp. C/Cards, Eftpos, 24/7 Emergencies. Lic 143252c 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 ROOF PAINTING AARON’S ROOFING 0410 322 681 9871 0313 High pressure cleaning. All roof repairs & colour 20% off. F/Q Pens Disc. STOVE REPAIRS RYDE REPAIR CENTRE 0409 833 832 Repairs all stoves & ovens, 7 days / fast service 0409 833 832 9807 9828 TILES/TILING ACCLAIM TILING SERVICES Gabriel 0404 032 426 Small tiling jobs and repairs, leaking showers, kitchen splashbacks, property maintenance. Call Gabriel. Lic 251461c ALL TILE SHOWER REPAIRS Michael 0402 624 247 Re-grouting Re-sealing Waterproofing and re-tiling Lic. 378876c TONY TILING 0414 616 366 All Ceramic Tiles (wall & floor) etc. All Waterproofing. All areas. Lic . R78511 TREE LOPPING S T J GROUP TREE SERVICES 0401 181 780 Fully Insured • Fully Qualified • Tree services - removal, clearing, lopping, stump grinding, hedging, pruning Free Quotes • call Steve TREE LOPPING SERVICES 0412 594 911 The arborist tree lopping. prunning. stump grinding storm work. Emergency services qualified arborist landscaping . Best and cheapest service. 15 years experience. Free quotes fully insured 7days service Simon 0412 594 911 AJ’S TREELOPPING & RUBBISH REMOVAL 0412 933 031 Quick, reliable, fully insured, free quotes pensioner disc. Extra services incl. stump, grinding, garden maint, small concrete jobs. 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. 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 TREE LOPPING (CONTINUED) A1 ABACUS GARDENING & TREE SERVICE Murray 0404 889 907 Experienced Gardener & Tree Lopper. Landscaping, stump grinding & rubbish removal. Weed, prune, trim & dig. Fully insured. Pensioners discount. TV REPAIRS EXCELLENCE ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE 0412 566 100 9807 2772 • Install, DVD, Setup box Foxtel/Optus • Get your DIGITAL Ready • All TV, DVD, Hi-Fi, Microwave, Vacuum, Antenna • Owner operated for 20 years TUITION MATHEMATICS Joanne 0401 914 269 Yr4-12 Ext 1&2. Very experienced Teacher & Tutor. Both in person & online sessions have proven to be popular. WALL & CEILING PANELLING DECORATIVE WALL FINISHES John 9887 4421 Traditional & contemporary panel styles Wet area interior & semi exterior Ideal for wainscoting Quick and easy installation Email [email protected] 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 Denistone Women Thu Aug 3 Social P McClean M Segula C Cupitt d P McClean C Whitelock M Caldwell 17/14 S Baillie C Heming S McClatchey B Reynolds d F Langdon A Mahony C Smith H Simmons 17/15 J Ahn T Little M Woods E Lam d S Yi P Stewart E Tulloch J Elliot 15/13 M Armstrong A McKeon A Cusack d M Armstrong E Bell E Leermakers 16/9 TRICIA LITTLE North Ryde RSL Women Tue Aug 1 Rk 3 K Russell S Beram J Hughes I Hitchens d J Jones J Bryant B Paterson L Macdonald Rk 4 A Richardson B Law S Fennell C Candrick d K Ruser M Burkett R Eagles C Chan Rk 5 P Ying R Williams J Hope d C Toms Y Roberts W Hyland Rk 6 I Chan C Unwin F Lancett d I Chan C Whitelock A Broholm W/Rk 3 Jackpot not won Raffle Lauren Robyn Kath Thu Aug 3 Rk 2 K Russell S Beram L Humphreys I Hitchens d S Hardacre K Ruser B Law W Hyland Rk 3 J Jones B Paterson d J Bryant L Macdonald Rk 4 M Kneller P Ying J Hope d C Toms J Danks A Broholm W/ Rk 2 Jackpot not won Raffle Wendy Sue Kim Congratulations to the two teams on reaching the final of the District Open (R/up) and Senior Triples (won) COLLEEN RENWICK North Epping Women Tues Aug 1 Social S Caswell S Farrelly R Delves J Thorp d P Charan P Spaul M Phipps J Havron 19/15 S Quessy B Trumpp d R Goldman V Riley 16/15 R Knott L Watford d A Hoare S Odbert 36/9 SUE ARCHIBALD North Epping Men Wed Aug 2 Club S Slocombe N Swancott P Harbrow d J Royer K Douglass R Peterson 31/10 N Oppedisano W Spaul d T Warner T Gardiner 19/18 T Holden C Thurmer d B Swan O Sherrard 23/9 R Crowne S Palmer d G Giudice S Mewburn 30/8 P Baird M Hollier d L Byrne M Havron 26/17Sat Jul 15 Club T Warner N Martelli P Delves d D Byron O Sherrard M Gardiner 32/21 N Swancott J Havron J Swan d O Baird J Fry C Maskill 22/18 R Delves K Douglass d S Farrelly S Garvey 22/18 S Caswell B Godsell S Palmer d B Swan R Crowne R Peterson 24/9 Major Pairs Rd 2 N Martelli P Delves d J Fry C Maskill 27/18 R Phillips J Boulos d A Beaven B Spaul 24/23 N Oppedisano A Caswell d C Thurmer T Gardiner 21/18 M Hollier M Havron d S Mewburn P Harbrow 27/15 Champion Sing Rd 2 M Hollier d P Harbrow 25/18 S Mewburn d G Scott 25/17 P Delves d N Swancott 25/11 T Gardiner d P Baird 25/13 N Martelli d M Havron 25/8 R Matheson d G Stace 29/5 KEN DOUGLASS Putney Tennyson Bowls Wed Aug 2 Social P Anderson A Windle d K Gleeson P Gray 26/20 P Davidson P Mclean K Beatty d P Cunningham W Jasprizza K Lake 33/25 M Barra K Jennings J Cunningham d S Millauro A Macdonald B Prentice 20/10 J Stanton R Rees R Marrins d P Dobie B Lancett D Walker 32/13 Fri Aug 4 Jackpot Triples P Baird D Byron P Delves d B Lancett P Davidson K Lake 35/17 R Carrabetta P Dowling D Nelson d A Windle K Jennings J Cunningham 34/19 L Crow J Rando A Macdonald d R Nash K Beatty P Mclean 37/15 E Lam T Chan J Myers d B Paxton M Knight A Gordon 27/24 S Newbourn M Gardiner N Martelli d S Skinner D Paananen D Walker 23/18 D Van V Solway R Campbell d G Scott O Sherard A Beanuan 23/14 M Texier S McLathey P Joint d P Smith C Dale B Harris 29/17 Jackpot Winners $700 / plus 18 P Baird D Byron P Delves d B Lancett P Davidson K Lake Sat 5/8 Club Pairs C/ ship Final J Hanna J Cunningham d P Yeow D Walker 24/14 Sat Aug 5 No social bowls JOCK North Ryde RSL Men Wed Aug 2 Social E Sinanian D Hope S Addy d C Costa W Wood J Glen 23/8 A Wray J McConnell d A Manu B Iacono 31/19 A Benson J Hui d R Hochstetter P Auberson 24/14 Sat Aug 5 Social A Cusack P Cusack J McConnell d D Hope A Woods J Hui 20/14 Major Pairs C/ship Rd1 P Collins P Dowling d A Benson M Collier 22/14 B Iacono J French d A Wray (sub for J Morris) P Auberson 26/7 PA Lane Cove Bowls Sun Major Singles John Lloyd d S Hobson 25/16 J Burke d C Sinclair 25/8 Minor Singles V Solway d O Hostrup 25/22 Wed Social S Brouggy A Gordon d R Briggs P Singleton 25/17 M Brouggy M Cosby J Bowring dr T Collins P Biddell P Wade 15/15 B Paxton S Creedy d R Moran R Johnston 25/24 M Knight S Smith dr O Hostrup M Popovic 21/21 Kevin Mulhall G Scott d V Solway D Madson 22/13 S Kinsman R Patterson d Kay Mulhall G Moon 23/15 Sat Major Singles M Burrough d P Wade 27/22 Social S Brouggy J Bowring Kay Mulhall d M Brouggy L Manu S Creedy 23/11 M Smith S Kinsman B Piper d J Carroll D Erskine V Solway 36/14 B Paxton S Smith P Zucconi d J Crowe M Knight R Johnston 24/14 R Briggs R Moran S Hobson d K Heezan J Moran Kevin Mulhall 21/14 DAVID ERSKINE Carlingford District Men 2023/24 Pairs Champs Rd 2 6/8 D Gleeson Z Trbara d J Arkins P Roy 30/13 J Melham G Laws d P Svendsen J MacPhee 26/18 P Taylor W Dewhirst d J Uren P Murphy 19/18 M Cashmore M Phillips d G Monk J Mazzaferro 25/15 Wed Aug 2 Social C Norgate G Monk B Goldsworthy d N Ward J Arkins P Roy 33/10 R Summerhayes P Hinds J Uren d J Mazzaferro A Cukon R Palmer 24/23 Sat Aug 5 Social V Kumar A Ryce R Palmer d B Logan R Summerhayes A Cukon 20/16 J Forbes A Burgoyne D Kensett-Smith d N Holman J Hobson 23/19 GEOFF YOUNG Denistone Men Wed Aug 2 Social L hall G King d S Yi J Elliot 24/21 T Locascio G Scott d E Wong V Ardino 35/22 S Choi B Morton M Little d L Thomson J Ahn K Graham 24/21 M Johnston D Galati D Moody d T Marcellino A McMillan G Erickson 26/22 B White Z Bosnjakovic A Crockart dr B Milner J Kenny S Stewart 21/21 S Walmsley S Lee E Coleman d J Rae S McClatchey T Thurtell 29/18 G Mitchell A Blake G Carroll d B Gibson J Knight R Court 20/16 B Coolahan D pocock D Linnert d T O’Shanassy G Hatch B Nicoll 28/18 Sat Aug 5 Social S Yi P Dale D Moody d Z Bosnjakovic T O’Shanassy M Barton 23/22 R Ralston M Johnston A McMillan G Gudmunsen d D Lee J Mohan G Hatch B Cutrone 21/19 T Locascio D Galati B Morton d G Mitchell J Rae G King 22/20 J Clough J Fleming K Graham d B Gibson M Woods V Ardino 31/13 S Lee D Pocock T Thurtell d B Milner S McClatchey D Linnert 32/23 B White A Blake G Carroll d C Heming H Mawad G Erickson 28/15 J Ahn S Kalms R Court d B Coolahan M Little A Crockart 26/16 J Elliot T Marcellino C Piddick d S Choi L Hall J Knight 28/25 Sun Aug 6 Rd 1 Club Pairs B Cutrone M Barton d P Brennan J Walker 28/12 E Coleman G Gudmunsen d D Pocock P Dale 28/5 K Stuart G Stuart d V Ardino G King 29/17 A Moylan R Court d J Rae D Lee 34/8 A Blake J Knight d T Bell B Bell 14/12 G Harper J Burrows d H Mawad A McMillan 20/18 A Crockart G Carroll d B Carabetta D Linnert 17/14 S Skinner G Erickson d S Kalms C Piddick 23/14 DAVID POCOCK Hunters Hill Men Thu Jul 27 Social A Bolster S Craig d P Small K Beatty 22/11 P Lansdowne B Davis R Hopwood d P Maltby David Keg 26/12 Sat Jul 29 Club Pairs C/ship Rd 1 R Gledhill G Norris d F Alcuri P Musumeci 21/20 Rd 2 V Moscato T Beno d P Langwill W Farthing 21/8 Social O Vandoros R Price C Paterson d R Hopwood G Thongsophon R Rose 25/22 I Radovnikovic W Cappelletto G Kebourian d R Bauer S Crowhurst 32/16 P Chatfield B Love J McDonald d J Lowe I Ross J Juniper 23/18 Sun Jul 30 Pairs C/ship Rd 2 C Bass R Brennan d M Lowry G Bricknell 22/13 R Gledhill G Norris d W Cappelletto J Stewart 27/19 S Crowhurst I Ross d G Jones J McDonald 29/17 Tue Aug 1 City Tattersalls Challenge Hunters Hill d City Tatts 160/155 Thu Aug 3 Social P Lansdowne S Craig P Nightingale d P Lansdowne A Bolter R Hopwood 40/15 Sun Aug 6 Club Pairs C/ship s/finals V Moscato T Beno d C Bass R Brennan 24/18 R Gledhill G Norris d S Crowhurst I Ross 27/12 JJ Bowling Round-up To advertise Phone: 9807 6666 WALL & CEILING PANELLING DECORATIVE WALL FINISHES John 9887 4421 Traditional & contemporary panel styles Wet area interior & semi exterior Ideal for wainscoting Quick and easy installation Email [email protected]

14 THE WEEKLY TIMES Wednesday 9 August, 2023 FRIDGE – Westinghouse WBE5300SA F/Free, 496L, Silver with bottom mount. Doesn’t fit new accommodation. As new, retail $1600 now $800 ono Ph 0405 276 144 EXERCISE BIKE – York brand, 1 yr old, stationary. Can deliver locally $60 Ph 0413 115 242 VACCUUM CLEANER – bagless, powerful, good condition $45 Ph 0425 370 022 HOUSEHOLD ITEMS – quality antiques and home wares, various items & prices Ph 0425 370 022 CRYSTAL BASKET – stunning gift item $45 other items from $5 each Ph 0425 370 022 RADIO – small 20cm, high quality, others available from $15-20 each Ph 0425 370 022 GARDENING – cleaning services, local areas. Call Gary 0414 332 651 GLASS DISPLAY CABINET – Walnut, curved, excellent condition H-188 W-134 D-26cm Ph 0484 100 032 WANTED TO BUY WORK WANTED FREE FOR SALE ALL RECORDS - cash paid for good condition records - 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. Rock, Pop, Jazz etc. www.sydneyrecordtrader. com Ph: 9557 1030 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 OBITUARIES BENNETT, Margaret Mary. Late of Greenwich. Passed away on July 25. Aged 89 years. DODDS, Susan Lynn. Late of Dundas Valley. Passed away on August 1. Aged 66 years. FRANKLIN (Nee Eggleton), Marie Patricia. Formerly of Putney. Passed away on July 29. Aged 88 years. Funeral Service to take place at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Ryde on August 18 at 10.30am FREEDMAN, Leslie Dixon. Late of Carlingford. Passed away on July 27. Aged 91 years. Funeral Service to be held at Allan Drew Heritage Chapel, Castle Hill on August 11 at 10.00am ORMES, Allan Ernest. Late of Eastwood. Passed away on July 23. Aged 100 years. OVERTON, Alan. Passed away on July 28. Aged 86 years. Funeral Service to be held at Castlebrook Memorial Park, Rouse Hill on August 10 at 10.00am HEATER – ceramic element as new, good quality $40 Ph 0425 370 022 FAN – high speed, good quality $25 Ph 0425 370 022 BEDSIDE TABLES & LAMP – good condition from $15-25 each Ph 0425 370 022 TALL LAMP – 2m, varied colours with remote $65 Ph 0425 370 022 To advertise Phone: 9807 6666 POLICE NEWS PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE OPTUS MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION WITH 5G Rooftop Facility, The Palace Hotel, 62 Tennyson Road, Mortlake NSW 2137 Optus Ref: S0669, www.rfnsa.com.au/2137026 1.The proposed facility consists of the addition of new 5G equipment and associated works as follows: • Removal of two (2) existing panel antennas (2.12m long) • Installation of two (2) new panel antennas (2.10m long) • New ancillary equipment including four (4) remote radio units, cabling and antenna mounts • Reconfiguration of other equipment on the facility and within the equipment shelter The proposed mounting height of the antennas will increase in height by approximately 1.5 metres. Photomontages are available for download from the website provided above within the notice title. 2. Optus regards the proposed installation as Exempt Development in accordance with State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021 based on the description above. 3. Notification is being undertaken in accordance with Section 7 of Industry Code C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment. 4. Members of the public may obtain further information on the proposed work, and we invite you to provide written comments about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to Optus’ representative c/- Elliot Nelson, Catalyst ONE Pty Ltd; phone: 02 4022 9533; email: [email protected] and post: PO Box 1119, Crows Nest NSW 1585 by 5:00pm 25 August 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. 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Petersham opened the scoring with a try before Hunters Hill hit back with a try to centre Ben Stewart. Fullback Ed Gregory scored two quick tries to create a safe buffer - or so the Hillies thought - Hunters Hill Rugby Club President Luke McCormack said. “Petersham was desperate to avoid relegation from Division One and posted three quick tries to erase the deficit and actually take a seven point lead,’’ he said. “ It appeared the Hillies had clocked off, but as has been the case all year when their backs are against the wall they do not panic.” McCormack said Hunters Hill not only showed strength but strength of character. “Consistent strong carries from number eight Jona Saumaisue and Skipper Steve Morton broke up the Petersham defence, and it was Ed Gregory and Cooper Henwood who took full advanHunters Hill Rugby defeated Petersham by 48 points to 41 at Camperdown Oval on Saturday. ☐ Hunters Hill Number 8 Jona Saumaisue battered the Petersham defence all day in the Hunters Hill win at Camperdown on Saturday. Credit: Pete Kenny of Framing Life Boronia Park. APIA win eight goal thriller Stewart scored in the 35th, 45th, 65th and 71st minutes while Jack Armson scored in the 40th minute. Sydney Olympic took the lead in the fourth minute with a goal to Roy O’Donovan and gave its fans hope of a miracle comeback with goals to O’Donovan in the 85th minute and to John Fitzgerald in the 88th minute. Match statistics reveal that APIA was dominant in all areas of the game but don’t acknowledge the fighting spirit of a gallant Sydney Olympic side that never gave up. APIA coach Franco Parisi praised the quality and commitment of players from both sides. “The crowd would have been happy, eight goals, so a lot of good football,” he said. APIA Leichhardt marksman Jack Stewart scored four goals in his side’s exhilarating 5-3 victory over Sydney Olympic at Belmore Sports Ground on Saturday. ☐ APIA Leichhardt remain top of the table with a win against Sydney Olympic on Saturday. “We lost our way in the last 15 and it made the game interesting but we were comfortable and felt we deserved the win.” APIA lead the NSW National Premier League competition. Sydney FC secured a hard fought one-nil victory over North West Sydney Spirit FC through a 91st minute strike by Mitchell Glasson at Valentine Sports Park on Friday night. North West Sydney Spirit FC captain Jared Lum acknowledged his side threw away a point. “It is hard when you concede late to lose the game,’’ he said. “It was a good effort but we didn’t capitalise on moments in the second half. “That’s been the story of our season, being good in the middle but missing some ruthlessness up top. “We will work on that and we have four games left to finish the season on a high.” tage,’’ he said. “Man of Match Ed Gregory fin- ished the game with an impressive four tries and was ultimately the difference in a high scoring affair.” Next Saturday will be the final Round match with the Hillies hosting traditional rivals St Patricks Strathfield at Boronia Park. “It should be a huge day across all grades with the First Grade, Second Grade and Colts teams shooting for finals berths,’’ he said. Police have specialist officers for domestic violence reports “Domestic Violence Liaison Officers are specialist police officers trained to provide support and referral in relation to domestic and family violence,’’ police said. “Their role is important in developing and maintaining partnerships with other government and non-government agencies for victim support including follow up services, such as refuges. “Most Police Area Commands have one or more Domestic Violence Liaison Officers.” The Victims Access Line (VAL), run by Victims Services, Department of Communities and Justice offers information, referral and support to a range of services for victims of crime and can be reached by phoning 1800 633 063 Crisis and ongoing support to families and friends of missing persons is provided by the Families and Friends of Missing Persons Unit Victims Services on 1800 227 772 Police have encouraged victims of domestic violence to report abuse. “Many Police Area Commands have specialist officers who can provide support and referral,’’ police said. Crime Prevention Officers are also specialist police officers who work with the community across NSW, including local residents, government agencies, council and shires, business and commercial owners, managers and staff. “As part of their duties they support victims of crime and conduct crime prevention workshops into targeted local crime issues like shoplifting, anti-social behaviour and vandalism,’’ police said. “They also work with the council or shire in addressing crime risk in relation to development planning and conduct Community Safety Audits and work with individuals to assess their crime risk.” Multicultural Community Liaison Officers are civilian employees of the NSW Police Force who strengthen links between local police and their culturally diverse communities. “Part of their duties include victim support and follow up, basic language assistance and network referrals,” police said. Youth Liaison Officers are specialist police officers trained to deliver crime prevention programs to reduce victimisation and youth crime. They maintain networks with relevant agencies to provide support and referral. School Liaison Police are specialist police officers who work in high schools and as part of their duties support victims of crime, conduct crime prevention workshops into targeted local crime issues like cyber crime, knives and bullying. They also work with Principals in targeting local crime issues as well as conducting major incident follow up at high schools.

Wednesday 9 August, 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 100½ 99½ 108½ 90½ 105½ 91½ 101½ 101½ 87½ 86½ 105½ 89½ V SUNDAY AUGUST 12TH AT 5.30PM FMG STADIUM, WAIKATO, HAMILTON JEROME LAXALE Bennelong MP ALLAN DOUGLAS Director Ryde Eastwood Leagues BERNARD PURCELL Councillor, City of Ryde BETH ASHCROFT Director North Ryde RSL DENNIS SKINNER Tigers Den at Club Ryde Panthers Titans Broncos Rabbitohs Warriors Dolphins Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Eels Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Broncos Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Broncos Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Broncos Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Panthers Titans Broncos Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Eels Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Eels Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights PantherPets Tiddlies JelliedEels Bunnies TIGERS BennysBoys Mexicans HushPuppies Panthers Sharks Broncos Rabbitohs Wests Tigers Dolphins Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Broncos Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Panthers Sharks Broncos Rabbitohs Warriors Roosters Storm Knights Australia Matildas crazy as they win again By Anthony Stavrinos The Matildas have defeated Denmark 2-0 at Stadium Australia to advance to the Quarter-Finals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Goals to Player of the Match Caitlin Foord and winger Hayley Raso on either side of the half-time break were decisive in front of 75,784 raucous fans. The massive crowd was more than the third State of Origin rugby league clash between NSW and Queensland, which attracted 75,342 spectators. Australia opted for an unchanged team to the one that saw off Canada 4-0 in its final group stage match of the tournament. Denmark started the game with energy and precision, resulting in the Danes dominating the Matildas in the opening exchanges. Despite the threats, the Australian defence continued to hold firm with Alanna Kennedy dominant aerially. In the 29th minute, the Aussies made Denmark pay with a blistering counter attack. Mary Fowler turned away from her defender after receiving the ball in midfield and played a perfectly weighted through ball to an on-rushing Foord. In front of her hometown fans, Foord calmly slotted her shot underneath Danish goalkeeper Lene Christensen to grant Australia a 1-0 lead. The goal – and the resulting roar of the crowd – lifted the CommBank Matildas who finished the half the stronger of the two teams. As in the opening stanza Denmark looked to apply early pressure, but after sustaining the pressure, the Matildas doubled their lead. Industrious all night, Kyra Cooney-Cross found Fowler from a wide position. Fowler connected with Van Egmond with the veteran having the presence of mind to play in Raso at the back post and she slotted home her third goal of the tournament. An almighty roar marked the 80th minute, as captain Sam Kerr made her first appearance of the tournament, quickly getting involved in the action when she fired over the crossbar not long after coming on. The CommBank Matildas will now head back to Brisbane with a Quarter Final fixture against either France or Morocco on the horizon this Saturday, 12 August with kick off at 5pm AEST. Mural celebrating matildas unveiled Meanwhile, a mural celebrating the CommBank Matildas has been unveiled on the iconic Bondi Beach Sea Wall in Sydney, Australia. Painted with exquisite detail by internationally acclaimed artist Danielle Weber and designed by Football Australia Creative Manager Ryan Ostle, the captivating mural is a powerful illustration of a team that has captured Australia’s hearts leading into and during their campaign at the world’s biggest women’s sporting event. An extension of Football Australia’s collaboration with Legacy ’23 partner, LEGO Australia, the mural looks to inspire future generations by celebrating the power of the CommBank Matildas and how they play. The artwork features eight of the current Matildas, including captain Sam Kerr (WA), vice-captain Steph Catley (VIC), highest capped Australian footballer Clare Polkinghorne (QLD), longest serving CommBank Matilda Lydia Williams (ACT), forward Caitlin Foord (NSW), midfielder Katrina Gorry (QLD), defender Charli Grant (SA) and Northern NSW stalwart Emily van Egmond (NSW). Matildas smash TV ratings eclipsing AFL, NRL audiences The Matildas’ powerhouse 2-0 win over Denmark - that sent them into the FIFA Women’s World Cup quarter finals - was watched on Channel 7 by more people than last year’s AFL and NRL grand finals. Millions of people tuned in to make the epic victory the highest rating TV program of 2023, not only claiming bragging rights over the AFL and NRL’s main events from 2022, but also eclipsing all of this year’s State of Origin battles in rugby league and all the big reality TV shows. The Matildas’ victory reached an incredible 6.54 million people on Seven and 7plus, with an average audience during the game of 3.56 million. The game’s average audience of 3.56 million included a national broadcast audience of 3.18 million viewers on Seven (2.29 million in the capital cities) and another 384,000 viewers on Seven’s streaming platform 7plus. The latter figure is a record for an individual event on 7plus. ☐ The sails of the Sydney Opera House were lit in green and gold from 6pm until midnight on Monday in support of the Matildas (it worked!); and, right, artist Danielle Weber jumps for joy in front of her mural at Bondi Beach which celebrates the Matildas. TWT On-the-Spot PHOTOS (Michelle Haywood) ☐ The Matildas celebrate a goal during Monday night’s 2-0 victory over Denmark Local netball hero Kiera Austin stars in Diamonds World Cup triumph By Anthony Stavrinos Australia is back on top of the netball world after claiming the 2023 title in Cape Town in the early hours of overnight by humbling England 61-45. In the lead World Cup, 25-year-old Kiera - who is part of the Melbourne Vix- ens squad and spent her junior days in Eastwood Ryde Netball Association (ERNA) competitions with North Ryde Spirit - was probably the least-talked-about goaler of the Australian squad. Most of the attention was on Cara Koenan, Sophie Garbin and reserve Donnell Wallam and which of them should play at goal shooter and whether vice-captain Steph Wood would be able to carry the attack line in the absence of Gretel Bueta. But in the final Kiera again slid under the radar and was a crucial ingredient in Austra- lia’s victory. ERNA president Karen Waud OAM said ERNA was proud of Kiera and the role she played in the Diamonds’ victory. “We are very proud of Kiera who played her grassroots at Eastwood Ryde Netball Association and ERNA Hawks,” she told The Weekly Times. “Kiera was focused on the job and delivered on the night and it’s heart warming to know Kiera’s family attended the games in South Africa and cheered her on.” She shone, shooting 15/17 and getting a crucial gain after replacing Wood before half-time. Austin also had 15 cen- tre pass receives, four second-phase receives and an impressive 17 goal assists to Garbin to be named MVP. “I don’t think I have words,” Austin said post-game. “I’m proud that I could go out there and win it for Australia. We wanted to write our own script and we did. “It took all 15 of us to come over here to win it. The girls who did it against Jamaica were incredible. Everyone that did it today is also incredible. “To have my family here, my dad and partner and sister all watching … I’ll remember it forever.” Ryde Sports Foundation chairman Rob Wilkinson also paid tribute to Kiera. ”Kiera Austin was one of our outstanding Sports Stars in 2012-13,” he said. ☐ Kiera Austin with the World Cup trophy during post match celebrations. “Like many before her, nominated by Eastwood Ryde Netball Association, she has gone on to great things with the game, now representing her country, as a member of the Diamonds.”

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