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zoned land along Peats Ferry Road
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rezoned so that the area could be
transformed into a modern and
dynamic part of the Central Coast.”
“Most of the land is currently zoned
for hospital use, which is clearly
outdated and needs to be changed,”
Mayor McKinna said.
Moving Forward
… Peat Island
“The NSW Government’s latest
concept plans for the site are
very ambitious and exciting.
Redevelopment
40kph Zone for Hornsby West Side
Hornsby Shire Council and the
Roads and Maritime Services have
introduced a 40kmh speed limit on
some roads through Hornsby’s west
side.
In a drive to improve safety, the
40kpm zone is an important step
to create a pleasant pedestrianfriendly retail and eatery
environment on the west side of
Hornsby’s town centre.
“With the popular new Hornsby
Aquatic and Leisure Centre located
on Peats Ferry Road along with a
strip of cafes, the west side has a lot
of pedestrians and this new speed
limit will help create a safer, more
relaxed environment,” Hornsby
Mayor Steve Russell said.
The 40km/h speed limit will be
signposted on Peats Ferry Road,
Coronation Street, Dural Street,
Dural Lane, William Street,
Ashley Lane, High Street, Station
Street and Jersey Lane.
The new speed limit is enforceable.
and normal enforcement
procedures will apply.
And while we are on the Subject of the
West Side …
NEW PLANNING CONTROLS
FOR HORNSBY WEST SIDE
The revitalisation of
Hornsby’s west side
is dependent on the
introduction of
new planning controls.
The controls are part of
amendments to the Hornsby Local
Environmental Plan (HELP) and
Development Control Plan (DCP),
giving Council and the community
greater certainty about what
developments can take place.
According to Mayor Steve Russell,
these changes will breathe ‘new
life’ into Hornsby’s West Side and
allow it to become the ‘lively city
centre that residents deserve’.
Plans to revitalise Peat Island took
an important step at the December
Gosford City Council meeting
when councillors endorsed the
preparation of a planning proposal
that could see key land in the area
rezoned.
If this planning proposal is
eventually approved by the NSW
Minister for Planning, 18 lots
at Mooney Mooney (including
Peat Island) would be rezoned –
allowing the land to be used for
a mix of residential, community,
environmental, recreation and
employment development.
Gosford City’s Mayor Lawrie
McKinna said, “The Council
was very keen to see the
NSW Government owned land
“The concept envisages improved
community and emergency
facilities, foreshore access and
public recreation spaces as well
as a marina and local retail centre,
public wharf facilities and more
residential housing,” said Mayor
McKinna.
The preparation of a planning
proposal for this rezoning will
include public exhibition to ensure
that the community will have the
opportunity to provide formal input
into determining the appropriate
zones and development for the
land.
“Any issues raised during this
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nature and extent of future zonings
and development,” Mayor McKinna
said.
By attracting new shops, cafes,
restaurants and housing into
the area, the planning controls
are designed to assist the local
economy, create jobs and provide
affordable living options.”
The community will see buildings
up to 25 storeys, but with strict
rules in place to preserve the
heritage and character of the
area.
Other noteworthy elements of the
controls include the provision for
green walls and roofs, a car share
scheme and wind effects’ reports for
buildings over 13 storeys.
The new controls apply to business
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100 YEARS OF RED CROSS IN
HORNSBY COMES TO A CLOSE ...
Another much loved and valued part of our Hornsby heritage is about to
bite the dust.
The little Red Cross Shop, lovingly staffed by volunteers in Hornsby and
located at the Railway Station since 1914 will unceremoniously cease its
activity as of ‘the end of January’ under instruction from the higher end of
town.
The Red Cross Shop was originally situated on the West Side of Hornsby
as you entered the railway station, then was relocated to George Street on
the East Side, now has been relegated to a spot at the western entrance of
the soon-to-be-replaced overhead bridge (photo right).
The volunteers, who have lovingly stocked the little shop since 1914 with
knitted booties and babies’ layettes, preserves, Jams, hand crafted goods,
have been told to ‘go to the Turramurra shop’ if they want to continue their
community service. They are devastated. This move doesn’t suit as many
are elderly ...
We are all aware of the long-awaited re-construction of the George
Street Overhead Bridge and we welcome this. But after the new bridge
is built, to not re-establish our little Red Cross Shop ... what’s that about?
What is it with this current trend of the big end of town stepping on the
elderly, the volunteers, the women in our community and the small but
valuable community groups which are the fabric of our local culture?
I have recorded, through the pages of The Bush Tele, the sad loss of
dozens of these groups in a stealthy but growing trend, culiminating in the
past two years. Is it discrimination at its worst, attacking the very heart of
our community values?
Are we witnessing a modern trend towards the demise of our once valued
volunteer organisations? Has community-based fundraising been debased
to a regular deduction from your credit card? You tell me ... Ed.
Red Cross Hornsby Volunteer of 19 years, Jean, writes on
behalf of her fellow Volunteers:
Australian Red Cross Hornsby
CELEBRATING OUR
VOLUNTEERS
It would be unthinkable if the spirit which inspires our
residents to volunteer was lost. Volunteering is part of
Hornsby’s culture and enriches our community.
Make your New Year’s Resolution to Volunteer in 2015!
Last year, our roving Reporter Mick Gallagher discovered some of our
valued volunteers giving up their time for others.
SHHH Australia is a voluntary organisation giving services and support
to hearing impaired people throughout Australia who communicate
orally. For further info visit: www.shhhaust.org or ph: 9144 7586 (Hillview
Community Centre Turramurra).
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“We would like to say a sincere Thank You to all our Friends
- Customers and acqaintances for your loyal support and
friendship over the years.
Red Cross is closing the Hornsby Shop at the end of
January 2015.
Despite the closure of the Shop, we volunteers will still
independently maintain our own Hornsby Red Cross Double
‘S’ Club and we hope to organise some fundraising activities
during the year.”
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Photo: Volunteers Week 2014: Self Help for Hard of Hearing (SHHH)
volunteers @ Hornsby Mall Saturday 6 December 2014. L-R:Chris Hunter
(Berowra Heights), Jan Fleming (Berowra) & Sereen Mohamed (Epping)
audiology student. Photo Cllr Mick Gallagher (Mt Colah).
MT COLAH NHW Is in its 28th year and one of the few groups still
going strong since NHW started in NSW in 1986. They have a regular
newsletter and attend NSW Police Community meets as well as other local
NHW groups. To volunteer for NHW, or to advertise in the Mt Colah NHW
newsletter, contact Mick 0418 112 675.
Photo: Volunteers Day @ Hornsby Council Friday 5 December 2014.
L-R: Mt Colah Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) volunteers:-John & Dot
Bishop (Hornsby Heights) and Gail & Malcolm Hugman (Mt Colah).
Photo Cllr Mick Gallagher Mt Colah.
ENJOY AUSTRALIA DAY 2015
Happy New Year from your A Team
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With 26 January just around the
corner, there is a host of activities
set to take place on and around the
spectacular Harbour City featuring
music, maritime activities, cultural
events and entertainment for the
whole family.
Much of the entertainment is
free, taking place from early in
the morning right through to the
evening, making it an affordable day
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Music lovers can enjoy the
Cruising Concert along the Sydney
Harbour Foreshore featuring The
Voice superstar Darren Percival
performing live from a barge out
on the water, which will settle into
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conducted annual sailing event, the
179th Australia Day Regatta,
will once again delight spectators,
as will the Tall Ships Race, the
Ferrython, and the Salute to
Australia which will include a 21
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Thursday 8th Jan to Monday 9th Feb
ART EXHIBITION
“Fate or Destiny” by Nilmini De Silva“
a collection of photos and stories that aim to inspire
people to make conscious choices in life rather than
to merely follow the well-trodden trail. “
Saturday 17th January from 7 p.m.
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free performance at Hornsby Park
on the day before Australia Day …
Sunday 25th January.
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Mick will perform from 11am –
3pm outside the Sorrento Café
(Hornsby Park/Aquatic Centre).
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675.
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LETTERS
TO THE EDITOR
Dear Bush Tele,
The 18th December edition of
your advertising sheet shows
a disturbing dichotomy in its
approach to Christmas.
Surely it would have been
appropriate to mention the
name of the season in the
context of the message you
placed on the front page. It
is Christmas time, after all.
Perhaps you have no
religion, maybe you have
nothing but a misplaced
secular world view. Or
might it be that you hoped
to offend no one by
excluding a word that at
worst would have offended
few, very few.
Above all, though, there is a sense
of material hypocrisy in your
omission.
Christmas is allowed a mention in
several of the paid advertisements
you clearly had no problem in
publishing. Indeed, two of those
ads go so far as to wish readers a
Merry Christmas.
What point then, other than
misplaced fears or an inappropriate
personal view, in not using that
word on your cover page? Are your
beliefs one thing but gathering in a
dollar another?
With best wishes for Christmas and
2015.
Charles Rawson, Wahroonga.
Hope you had a Merry Christmas,
Charles and a very happy New Year
to you too! Ed.
Dear Bush Tele,
Thank you for including our
Christmas hamper collection notice
in The Bush Tele diary on 4 and 11
December 2014.
Berowra Conference of St
Vincent de Paul would like to
thank all those people in the local
community including the children
of St Bernard’s Catholic Primary
School and their families for
contributing food items for the
hampers distributed to our clients in
the local area this Christmas.
Thankyou also to the Berowra
Lions for their assistance with
the collection and to Berowra
Ritchies IGA and Marketplace
for allowing us to set up the
collection point outside IGA.
Thank you again, Bush Tele, for
your support and assistance.
David Burke, St Vincent de Paul
Berowra Conference
Dear Bush Tele,
Selling community spaces and
facilities in high density housing
areas
Selling much used and needed
community spaces and facilities in
high density housing areas (Bush
Tele 18-12-14) to developers
seems to go against everything
the council and government use to
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Wednesday, 21 January
Helping Hands Craft Group
9.30am to 2.30pm Asquith Leisure
Centre, $5 includes morning tea,
argue for hi rise development
and increased population
densities.
With a massive increase in
population, Asquith will need
more community areas within
walking distance … Not less.
The Mayor and staff have
just returned from a residentfunded study tour of American
urban consolidation, and the
Mayor has publicly spoken
highly of the study tour and
what they have learned about
urban consolidation.
I’m sure it included ensuring
facilities are within walking
and easy distance. Public
spaces like Hornsby library is
full of students, children, the
elderly as well as the general
public and there are very
few public meeting places in
Hornsby especially with the
needless loss of the CWA
building in Hornsby Park.
Asquith is now going to be a high
density suburb and there already
are two high schools and numerous
primary schools within a couple of
hundred metres of the town centre.
The Storey Park project is a worthy
one as it is the homeground of
Asquith Rugby Leagues Club which
has a licensed club at Waitara.
The Hi-rise development north of
Hornsby will generate S 94 levy
of about $20K per household plus
the 9% infrastructure levy from
peoples’ rates and hopefully some
leagues club assistance. Thus there
is funding available for this muchneeded project .
One more very important point. It
is not the job of the council or staff
to destroy community groups by
taking away public facilities like
the CWA building. Their job is to
provide facilities by using the funds
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Mick Marr, Berowra Heights
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Dear Bush Tele,
Season of Giving
So, in the spirit of Christmas giftgiving, Council has announced its
intention to sell off all its Council-run
child care centres.
This action is a gift to developers
eager to buy up increasingly scarce
land in key areas of the Shire as
well as a gift to the private Child
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the elimination of public competition
in Hornsby Shire.
But the giving doesn’t stop there.
Council’s announcement, if
implemented, will result in further
giving by the grandparents and
extended family members of the
children affected by Council’s
decision as they are increasingly
called upon to help with child care
no longer available to, or affordable
by, affected parents in the Shire.
Why is Council doing this?
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is to succeed you have to have the
community on side. Plainly this is
not the case in Hornsby Shire at the
moment over the sale of Council’s
child care facilities and in 2016,
Hornsby Shire voters may well give
Council a gift of their own the boot !
Justin Holmwood, Asquith
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and team places are limited.
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phone (02) 8204 3919.
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It will be played on a TV screen in the gallery.
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OPENING NIGHT: Friday January 16th, 6-8pm
for drinks, snacks and celebration at the
WALLAROBBA ARTS CENTRE,
25 Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby.
There will be TALKS: Come and hear the artists
explain the works; ask questions, join the conversation.
Saturday January 10, 12pm
Saturday January 17, 12pm
Witness an evocative transformation of the Wallarobba
Arts Centre as local artists Zachariah Fenn and Geoffrey
Limbert create a series of unexpected artworks and i
nstallations that engage with the unique gallery space – an experience
(in the truest sense of the word) not to be missed!
CONTACT: ARTISTS:0435587300 zacfenn@live.com
FACEBOOK: zfennart GALLERY: 9847 6893 arts@hornsby.nsw.gov.au
Photo: Zachariah Fenn ‘Voyager 2014 - white coverall suit
- farmers friends’.
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COUNCIL EVENTS + NEWS
RECYCLE YOUR LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE
Bring your live Christmas tree to Council’s free
chipping service along with any other garden
prunings and branches that don’t fit in your
green bin and have them chipped into mulch.
You can also take home some free mulch,
even if you haven’t brought any branches to
be chipped. Please bring a shovel and bags
to load your free mulch, or Council can help
load your ute/trailer with our machine.
Conditions apply, for more information
visit hornsby.nsw.gov.au/mulch
Sunday 18 January, 8am-2.45pm.
Council Depot,
5 Beaumont Road, Mt Kuring-gai.
Free and available to Hornsby Shire residents only.
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The next Council meeting is on
Wednesday 11 February at 6.30pm
Welcome to 2015 – I hope that you all had a wonderful
Christmas. I’m ready for another great year at Hornsby Shire
Council and look forward to working with my fellow Councillors
and staff to better serve the community. We have much to look
forward to, with the beginning of exciting projects such
as the rebuilding of the Hornsby Station Footbridge
and further improvements to the mall. January is an
exciting month in Hornsby Shire – I’ll be welcoming
40 new citizens to our beautiful area at a special
ceremony on Australia Day. There will also be
free events for the public to celebrate
Australia Day, with excellent live
entertainment in Hornsby Park and an open
day at Netherby Homestead, Fagan Park.
Steve Russell
Mayor
Hornsby Shire Council
For more information visit
hornsby.nsw.gov.au
Thursday 15 January 2015
9
HEALTH AND BEAUTY
PRICELESS
PEARLS
By Ralph Estherby
I’ve taken the opportunity to watch a
couple of sunrises in the last few days.
The first one involved a bit of planning
but the others have just happened
because I like to get up early. Like a
lot of people I have been enjoying a
holiday and have found myself with
time to spare and my normal pattern
of life interrupted and so I have taken
the opportunity to sit for a while and
watch the sun peak over the horizon
and then make its way high into the
sky.
My first sunrise of 2015 was New
Year’s Day as we have started a bit of
a tradition of heading to the beach to
watch the dawning of the new year…
this principally flowed out of the fact
that we had experienced too many
‘dodgy’ new year’s celebrations which
were well and truly underwhelming
and we wanted to mark the new year
with something special. It turned out
to be a beautifully clear morning with
the brightness of the sun making its
presence felt, giving all who were
observing a sense of anticipation for
what was ahead.
But this morning’s sunrise was
different… The sky was not clear and
there wasn’t a particularly good reason
to be up and about but as the sun
began to rise that all changed. The
fact that the sky was cloudy lead to an
incredible light show filled with colour
and significant beauty but the mix of
cloud and sun also gave rise to dark
shadows and ominous possibilities.
Over a period of about 15 minutes I
was treated to a display which could
be described as breathtaking and it
made me wonder what this day would
bring. If there hadn’t been any cloud
in the sky it would have been different
but those obstacles gave the sun an
opportunity to display its power and
beauty in spectacular measure. Shafts
of light breaking through the clouds;
faint pink hues changing to bright
yellow; and finally the full force of the
sun completing the picture.
As we head into 2015 I am not sure
what your year holds: I do not know
if it is going to be smooth sailing or
if there are storms ahead. This could
be the best year of your life or it could
be a challenging one but I do know
one thing – the sun will keep on rising
and… if you will allow it… the Sun of
Righteousness (Jesus) can bring colour
and dynamic power into your life.
Here is a promise for the dawning
of the New Year… “to you who fear
My name The Sun of Righteousness
shall arise With healing in His wings”
(Malachi 4:2)
DO YOU HAVE A COMMENT
OR A QUESTION?
ralph.estherby@gmail.com
‘Breakthrough Church’, meets at 9.30am
Sundays at the Performing Arts Centre
(Old Bowling Club) - Edgeworth David Ave
Hornsby 9477 7222
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HELP FOR THE
HOMELESS
A new service assisting homeless men and
women was officially opened in Hornsby on
Monday 15th December 2014.
The Northern Sydney Homeless Early
Intervention and Prevention Service is a joint
partnership with the Northern Sydney Youth
West Homelessness Service which focuses
on early intervention for those at risk of
homelessness.
The two services being opened are part of the
Going Home Staying Home reform.
Matt Kean MP helped officially open the
centre saying he was delighted to see further
funds spent to help prevent homelessness in
the Hornsby Shire. “I want to thank the Early
Intervention and Prevention Service for the
key role the organisation is playing in this
important area,” Matt Kean said.
AFTER HOURS HEALTH SERVICES
GOOD TO KNOW OVER THE HOLIDAYS
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
For all emergencies call 000 or visit your nearest hospital.
For fast, safe information for poisonings and suspected poisonings ring the NSW Poisons
Information Centre on 13 11 26 (24 hour service).
GPs AND PHARMACIES
Do you want to find a GP or Pharmacy open now? Contact your GP about their after-hours
arrangements. Alternatively, visit nhsd.com.au and enter your postcode to search for a GP
or Pharmacy open near you now.
HEALTH CONCERNS AND QUESTIONS
If you have a health concern and you’re not sure what to do, call healthdirect on
1800 022 222 (24 Hour helpline) and speak to a registered nurse.
AFTER HOURS GP VISITS
To have a Doctor come to your home after hours call:
The National Home Doctor Service - 13 SICK (13 7425)
From 4pm weekdays, 10am Saturdays, all day Sunday and public holidays. Bulk-billed.
For further information visit homedoctor.com.au
Home GP – 1300 HOME GP (or 02 8724 6300)
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BABY BOOM …
At Taronga Western
Plains ZOO
Hunt (nee Barnes)
Debbie and Jono have much pleasure in
announcing the birth of Emily Elizabeth Joy on
Monday 29th December 2014. Sister to Abigail and
Edmund. Granddaughter to Alan and Wendy Hunt
and Neil and Narelle Barnes.
Probus Club of
Berowra Inc.
Membership
NOW OPEN
The Probus Club of Berowra is now open to the
Men & Women of Berowra & District.
Are you recently retired, looking for something
to help you adjust? Looking to meet other
retirees, looking to meet new friends and enjoy
social outings, and listen to a range of guest
speakers.
Probus may be what you need.
We are non-political, non-religious, non-fund
raising group, interested only in the social
well being of the mature members of our local
community. Probus also offers competitive travel
insurance up 100 years of age. (Check the
policy for detail).
We meet 1st. Thursday in the month (10 am
to 12 noon) in the hall adjacent to the Uniting
Church in Alan Rd.
Contact the President on 94560288 or the
Secretary on 94562680
There are lots of new arrivals at Taronga Western Plains
Zoo, the first being a Hippo calf named Kibbi and a
second Giraffe calf named Ajali, both born late last
year.
All of these new arrivals are on exhibit to the delight of
visitors who are able to watch them grow and mature
over the summer months.
Visitors to Taronga Western Plains Zoo can take
advantage of the new self-contained Savannah Cabins
accommodation which opened last year.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo was awarded the 2013
National Tourism Award for best tourist attraction. The
Zoo is located in Dubbo NSW and is open every day.
For more information visit www.taronga.org.au
The Bush Tele has one Family Ticket (2 Adults, 2
Children) to give away. Simply write in 25 words or
less why you would love to go to Dubbo to see the baby
Hippo and Giraffe.
Email to: info@thebushtele.com.au... and don’t forget to
include your address and contact details. Entries must
be received by 4.30pm on 20/1/15.
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ZOO FAMILY
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Philip Ruddock MP
Federal Member for Berowra
As your Federal representative I can:
• Represent constituents and make personal representations to
the appropriate Federal Minister in Canberra on Federal matters
including: Centrelink, the Child Support Agency, Foreign Affairs,
Television and Broadcasting, Trade, Postal and Telephone Services,
Defence, Immigration, Taxation, Passports, Employment &
Training, Veterans’ Affairs, Medicare, Health, Higher Education and
Agriculture and Export/Imports.
• Arrange Congratulatory Messages for 50th and 60th wedding
anniversaries and 90th and 100th birthdays.
• Attend local functions, meet constituents on local Federal issues.
Level 7, 423 Pennant Hills Rd, Pennant Hills NSW 2120
Telephone 02 9980 1822 Facsimile 02 9980 1833
www.ruddockmp.com.au
This material has been produced by Philip Ruddock MP
using his printing and communications entitlement.
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Seniors to
Celebrate
OZ Day
A pre Australia Day 2015
‘Celebration of Australia Luncheon’
including entertainers, will be held
on Wed 21st January at The Epping
Club Ballroom, Rawson Street,
Epping from 12 noon to 2.30pm.
“As a proud Australian I invite our
50+ age group for some good
clean Aussie fun! A light lunch
of sandwiches, cake, tea/coffee
and juice is provided,” said host
Dianna Hammond, who has held
performances for many years at
Beecroft Rotary Senior’s Luncheons
and the Beecroft Rotary Carols by
Candlelight.
Many celebrity entertainers will
perform at the luncheon.
The Hon. Phillip Ruddock MP, the
Hon. Greg Smith MP and the Mayor
of Hornsby
Clr Steve Russell will attend as VIP
guests.
“I do hope you can join us to
Celebrate all things ‘Aussie’ and our
wonderful country”.
Bookings are essential. Call Dianna
on mobile 0413 040 840.
Threatened Owls Spotted in
Wahroonga Bush
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He even has a ride-on mower for those bigger jobs.
“I like to keep the locals happy with my reliable service and reasonable
prices,” said Josh (pictured).
Whip Blow Mow and Away I Go services domestic and commercial
clients. For a free quote, phone Josh 0431 904 765.
A local Landcare group is in a flap over a pair of Powerful Owls.
Jillian Nolan, a keen bird watcher and volunteer with Wahroonga Waterways
Landcare, noticed the owls as she walked through Wahroonga Estate.
“They were sitting in a tree not far from me,” she said. “The baby was as big
as its parent, but very fluffy and curious.”
Group Administrator of the Landcare group, Frances O’Brien, quickly
arrived to look at the owls.
“This is great news,” she said. “We’ve had unconfirmed sightings and other
evidence of Powerful Owls on the Estate before, but this is the first time we’ve
been able to photograph the owls for some years, and the first confirmed
sighting of a fledgling.”
Powerful Owls are considered threatened in New South Wales. These sightings
give the species some welcome news, as they demonstrate that the owl is still
safe in the conservation zone and breeding.
Wahroonga Estate is located between Pennant Hills Road and Fox Valley Road.
It includes the San Hospital, the Adventist Aged Care Village, and 34 hectares
of conservation bushland. Although privately owned, it is open to the public.
“Wahroonga Waterways Landcare is heartened to see the owls have chosen
Wahroonga Estate as a base,” Ms O’Brien said. “Here we can monitor them,
and ensure a safe space for them to breed and rest.”
For more information, go to: http://www.facebook.com/WahroongaEECZ
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ALL FLOOR & WALL TILING Indoor
& outdoor, waterproofing & repairs.
20yrs Experience. Free Quotes. Lic:
70973C. Call Craig 0450 007 885
ALL LANDSCAPING Steelscapes
Landscaping - Landscape Consultation,
garden renovations, sandstone work,
paving, retaining walls, decking,
maintenance, hedging Tim Steel 0410
895 065 steelscapes@live.com.au
www.steelscapeslandscaping.com
ALL LAWNS & GARDEN SERVICE
Ride on Mowing, Edging, Hedging,
Rubbish Removal, Chainsaw & Trees,
Gutter Clean Pressure Washing,
Landscaping. Professional 0477 207
649.
BRT SERVICES - HANDYMAN Ex
Handyman Trainer. Work Guaranteed.
One stop shop for all work needs. No
job too small. Lic:249022c. Michael
0451 164 106
CARPENTRY & HOME REPAIRS Free
Quotes. Ph Mark 0408 200 816. Lic
#123316c.
CLOCKS & INSTRUMENTS Prof.
repairs, home visits, instrument maker.
Ph 9476 5778 / 0409 131 808.
GARDEN & LAWN MAINTENANCE
Mowing, edging, weeding, hedging,
pruning, rubbish removal. Fully
insured, reasonable rates, Hammou
0421 166 762
GARDENING Beautify your garden by
certified horticulturist for $37/hr. Call
Norman Ph 0412 196 268
LOCKS fitted, repaired, rekeyed. Secy
Lic. 408561901. Nigel 0411 303785
PIANO TUNER - Technician
professionally trained. All work
guaranteed. Ray Clothier 9456 4632
or 0412 354 632
ROOF REPAIRS - 35 years
experience 0428 563 282
Lance Barnes
Graham McIntosh
Rear of 8 Berowra Waters Rd
Berowra, NSW 2081
9456 2346
e: bprsmashrepairs@gmail.com
Berowra Prestige
& Restoration
All Insurance Work, Rust Repairs,
Restorations, Cars, Boats, Motorcycles,
Trailers, Jet Skis
Lic No. MVRL 48357
Structural Landscape Gardener
All Retaining Walls, Paving, Concreting,
Edging, Turf, Bobcat Work, 25 Years Exp
Ian Richardson
FREE QUOTES
Call Lloyd
Lic No. 33800c
9456 0292 or 0411 541 007
0412 894 422
www.berowrapc.com
HORNSBY IT – In home and office
PC repairs. All hardware & software
problems. Internet access, wired &
wireless networking. Web and email
hosting, www.hornsbyit.com.au.
Ph 9457 8100
MOVIE-FILM-VIDEOTAPE TO DVD/
DIGITAL CONVERSION Ph 9456 2851
or 0412 472 901 www.filmscan.com.au
WORK WANTED
A1 LAWN MOWING & BUSH FIRE
PREPARATION 0407 775 895
ALL CARPENTRY Construction and
repairs. Lic 14801 Simon Ph: 0402
652 668
14
UPHOLSTERY Over 30 yrs exp. Ph
Bryan 9476 6835 / 0414 913 883
CLEANING
BY GEORGE WINDOW CLEANING
Reasonable rates, free quotes. Call
George 0410 332 354
KATRINA’S CLEANING Need a
cleaner that can make your home
shine? For a quote call 0424 443 317
SQUEEGEE PETE WINDOW
CLEANING Call Peter for a quote.
Professional results at affordable prices
0416 179 213 or 9987 2659
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CEMENT RENDERING/
GYPROCK SERVICES
CEMENT RENDERING SERVICES
Professional advice, quality work,
any size house or project, all finishes
& repair work. Since 1980 – call
PLASTERFORCE 0418 286 567 or
9456 7800.
BUSINESS
OPPORTUNITIES
AT HOME WE EARN $2000 per
week.Info pack www.wk-smart.com Ph
Jenni 0414 777 072
DRIVING INSTRUCTION
ALL DAY DRIVING SCHOOL For
local professional tuition in man &
auto. Lic 012893. Phone Richard
0425 317 684.
GOOD2GO DRIVING SCHOOL
Auto, Lic 012237, Ph Darlene 0407
456 671
PAINTER
SAM SUNG PAINTING &
DECORATING New & repaint, int/
ext, free quotes, all work guaranteed
Lic 223324c call now 0403 102 933
POSITIONS VACANT
ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP
Miles Astley Electrical Services is a
local family run small business looking
for a reliable and enthusiastic 1st
year electrical apprentice. Must have
driver’s licence. Immediate start. Please
call Miles on 0409 677 040.
EDUCATION
MATHEMATICS Home tuition from a
qualified teacher & experienced tutor.
Ph 0418 448 759 or chrishav2001@
yahoo.com.au
MATHS, PHYSICS TUITION
Experienced teacher/tutor, in your
home, Ph Rob - 0433 068 941
MUSIC TUITION
PIANO & THEORY HORNSBY
Exp. & qualified teacher. All levels, all
syllabuses . Ph 9477 1379.
PIANO, VIOLIN & Musicianship.
Professional tuition, All levels. Ph
Lorraine Samuel (Piano) 9456 2088
Anne Samuel (Violin) 0429 235 923
SINGING LESSONS New Diamond
Music, Boasting Best Industry Results!
POP, R&B , Funk, Soul, Gospel Ph:
9482 1535
WEDDINGS
REBECCA CHRISTENSEN
CHIROPRACTIC Gentle & caring
treatment in our Berowra based clinic,
Mon-Sat. Freecall 1300 790 889
TAEKWONDO KID’S SUMMER
PROGRAM Mick & Janelle Marr 9456
3934
YOGA CLASSES MT KURING-GAI
call Fiona 0425 261 300
PETS
AAA DOG BEHAVIOUR &
TRAINING Private lessons. 20 Yrs
Exp. Helen 0423 533 986
ANIMAL WALKING & MINDING
Tailored care. Jess 0433 957 248.
animalminding.net
ARATAH DOG TRAINING Puppy
& adult dog classes. Obedience
& agility for beginners. Behaviour
management.9456 4157 or 0421
028 219
BEAUTIFUL CREATURES Pet
Minding Services. Colleen 0423 135
070.
DESIGNER DOGS GROOMING
Serving Hornsby area since 1995.Unit
5/113 Hunter St Hornsby (prev located
Edgeworth David Ave)Ph 9482 5119
DOG (SMALL) MINDING school
holidays, experienced, unique & care
focused-Call Emily 0468 847 822
GREENRIDGE CATTERY Cat
boarding.17 Northumberland Ave, Mt
Colah. Ph 9477 3033
KAT ‘N’ KAPOODLE DOG
GROOMING Friendly & prof. service.
All breeds, local. Kathryn 0423 737
732
SHANNY THE NANNY Call
Shannon Ph 9457 9162
FOR HIRE
A DJ with LIGHTS - 0416-188-108
PARTY
We come to you FAIRY FLOSS,
POPCORN & SNO CONES Parties,
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, School Fetes Call
now 0406 012 344 www.airyfairys.
com.au
FOUND
BUDGIE - BLUE in Mt Kuring-Gai. Is
it yours? Ph 9456 2880
GOLD RING Gold ring found on
Christmas Day at Bobbin Head
National Park - please call 0422 244
959 to collect
WEDDING DUO and band available
to suit your budget. Call Mick 0418
112 675
HEALTH, FITNESS &
BEAUTY
BEROWRA PHYSIOTHERAPY Pacific
Hwy. Massage, back pain, sports
injuries. Ph Jackie Walford 9456 3322
/ 0414 925 477
BLUE MOON REMEDIAL
MASSAGE for tense, stressed muscles,
10-7.30, Mon-Sat. H/F 41 Edgeworth
David Ave, Hornsby. Ph 9482 9962
BOWEN, THE ORIGINAL, back,
frozen shoulder, knee, ankle, sciatica.
Fund Rebate. ATMS Ph Lindy 9456
0488.
HEALTH NATURALLY Dietary &
lifestyle advice & support for many
conditions. Robyn 0418 890 045
HERBALIFE Products Ph 0425 252
364 / www.healthebiz.com.au
OP SHOP
BARGAINS GALORE
CLASSIFIED
ADS ONLY
$4.50/line!
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9456 2880
HORNSBY POLICE UPDATE
Motor cycle crash BROOKLYN
About 3.40pm Saturday 3rd on Pacific Highway 2kms north of the Pie
in the Sky, Brooklyn a Honda motor cycle ridden by a 28 year old male,
while negotiating a sweeping bend hit a small stick on the road causing
the rear wheel to lose traction.
The rider has come off the bike and skidded into the armco railing.
An ambulance was called and took the rider to Hornsby hospital with
grazes and a broken collarbone.
Speeding offence MOUNT COLAH
KIA SPECTRA 2002 auto green,
rego 07/15, 98,300km, $3500
Ph 0431 363 756
TOYOTA YARIS 1.3 manual. 9000kms.
As new, gen Toyota accessories. Fog lights,
headlight protectors, weathershields,
roofbars, full McCarroll history. One
owner, Silver pearl, Haines manual,
$13,000 the lot. 9456 3619 or
0435 823 111.
HOLDEN BERLINA VY 2003 AUTO
152,000 km.Rego 30/06/2015. Lather
seats. Reverse parking sensors. Excellent
one owner vehicle. $5950. Mount Colah
0407 948 248.
2008 REGAL CUB CAMPER XTD
Mfr’s show exhibit until 2012. Special 40th
anniversary edition, awning, double bed,
3 way fridge, 2 burner stove c/w griller,
wash basin & water tank, winch, batt pack,
spare tyre, jack, rego 7/10/15, like new
$14,690 ono. Ph: 9456 4087.
FLYING CRUISER C German built
18’ (5.4m) sail boat. Enclosed cabin can
sleep 4. Not registered in Aus - needs
work. Set of sails includes spinnaker, roller
reef main sale, chrome sea railing. Needs
keel and trailer. Best offer. Call 02 9456
4087 (leave message)
PUNT-40ft x 13ft Double bottom,
5 millimetre aluminium plate, located on
Hawkesbury River $16,000 ono
Ph 0450 347 641
About 7.35am Sunday 4th January on the M1 Mount Colah a17
year old Queensland male driving a VW Golf was detected allegedly
travelling at 178 kph in the 110 speed zone. Police stopped the male
who was issued a ticket and had his license suspended by police.
Arrest and Charge BEROWRA HEIGHTS
There were two break and enters plus other stealing offences
committed between 8am and 8.30am Monday 29th January in Alan
Road, Berowra Heights. Witnesses claim that two males were seen
acting suspicious at a home in Alan Road, Berowra Heights. It is
alleged the males have broken into a home stealing a number of
items. In true Neighbourhood Watch style, witnesses detained the
men until police arrived soon after. Inquiries revealed another home
in Turner Road Berowra Heights was also broken into and there was a
shop stealing offence nearby which police will allege the males were
involved in. The males were arrested and subsequently charged with
various stealing offences.
Court: A number of inquiries are continuing into the males activities
which may result in further charges.
Police are appealing to witnesses who may have
information relating to the above incidents to
contact Hornsby police on 9476 9799, or phone
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 to report any
information relating to the matter anonymously.
Sen Const Paul Cleary, Crime Prevention Officer.
VS HOLDEN ACCLAIM 1997
Auto,189,563km original mileage.
Good condition & reliable. $2,750 o.n.o
0416 211 432
CUSTOMLINE CAMPERTRAILER
2009 deluxe off-road campertrailer.
Excellent conditions, many extras
included such as LED lighting,
additional stretchers, TV. Never been
off-road. $9,000 Ph: 0421 383 075
HAINES HUNTER 445C Mercury
75HP. Search boatsales.com.au
for all details. Ph:9456 5569.
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT
Suites 20-21
The Madison
25-29 Hunter St
HORNSBY
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Ph: 9485 3400
Fax: 9485 3499
HORNSBY
DOGGIE
RESCUE
Pet of the
Week
Meet …
Kadance
Kadance is a lively happy 18 month
old Jack Russell x Wirey Terrier who
would suit a family with older children (8+ years).
Founder of Doggie Rescue, Monika Biernacki, said, “She is social
with other dogs. Kadance gets excited to go for a walk but pays no
attention to passing cars but can bark at dogs. She loves to run! She
also enjoys chilling out for some pats & cuddles. She is easy to be
picked up by strangers. She knows sit. She has springy long legs so
needs secure fencing.”
Kadance has a scruffy coat and weighs 7.8kg. She comes desexed,
C5 vaccinated, heartworm free and microchipped. Her adoption
cost is $400.
For further details call DoggieRescue on 9486 3133 or email
Monika@DoggieRescue.com.
Visit www.DoggieRescue.com to meet more than 200 homeless
dogs.
Doggie Rescue Pet of the Week is proudly sponsored by The Bush Tele Weekly.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR … from the
Mighty Berowra Wallabies!
As the new clubhouse takes shape at Berowra’s Warrina
Street Oval, people are getting excited about the upcoming
2015 rugby league season.
Berowra Wallaby Bill Turner said, “We are strong as a Club with
a well balanced committee plus we are dedicated as a playing
group with a large turn out of senior players who have committed
to the upcoming season.”
REGO DAYS
If you are interested in playing or you’re a parent of a budding
NRL star, Rego days are:
Saturday 7th February 2015
10.00am - 2.00pm (Village Green at the roundabout)
Sunday 15th February 2015
10.00am - 2.00pm (Warrina Street Oval)
For the young ones:
U6-U8 $100 for the season
For the big kids:
U9-U17 $135 for the season
Playing siblings receive a $5 discount.
Rego costs include shorts, socks, jersey, club polo shirt plus a
sausage sandwich and drink for players at home games.
All coaching staff are qualified and registered with the NRL and
apart from teaching the basics of rugby league the emphasis is
on enjoying the greatest game of all.
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