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After 15 years of successful Kindergarten to Year 10 schooling, the Board of Nepean Christian School at Mulgoa has approved progression into the senior years of secondary schooling.

Year 11 will commence at the beginning of 2014 and will provide an innovative and focused approach where students study and complete some subjects in one year, rather than the normal two years. This enables students to focus their attention on a smaller number of subjects each year and reduces the stress of having to do every HSC exam at the same time. Year 12 will follow in 2015.

Flexibility of subject delivery will be provided for highly motivated and capable students. Teachers will be available to senior students out of school hours for advice and encouragement. Student independence with wisdom will be enacted within the school’s distinctively Christian view of life.

Whilst Nepean is gladly and openly Christian, it will respect the faith journey of its Year 11 and 12 students as they approach adulthood in an exciting, yet broken, world. A Christian background is not a pre-requisite for enrolment at the school.

Current Year 10 students and parents are involved with consultation regarding such things as Years 11 and 12 uniform, buildings, procedures and traditions. The school values strong community involvement.

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From the EditorWelcome to this special Easter Edition of

the Glenmore Gazette. I know my two boys are very excited to see the stores fill with the sugary supplies that go hand in hand with Easter. Come to think of it, I am certain they commenced filling the shelves with Easter Eggs as soon as Christmas was over. Of course there is much more behind Easter than Easter Eggs and Easter Bunnies; see our local parish updates to read about the real meaning behind this special time of the year.

Last month I spent some time at the town centre meeting a huge following of our local readers. It was lovely to speak to so many people and receive your ideas, suggestions and feedback. I know a common cause for query was centred around an update on the Glenmore Park Shopping Centre development; I have requested an update from the relevant parties and hope to have an article to publish in the April edition.

This edition, as always, includes a huge dose of information from our regular contributors in Parents Corner, Paws A While, Counselling Corner and Keeping Fit with Rj. We’ve also included some very interesting articles about the state of affairs and newest updates with regard to our local roads and transport; see pages 7 and 11 for more information.

It is a MUST for any Easter ‘SpEGGtacular’ to include some EGGCELLENT recipe ideas, which I have included for you in What’s Cooking on page 16, I am sure you’ll agree they are too tempting not to give at least one a try! There’s also something for everyone in our Easter Fun on page 9.

Blessings for a special Easter celebration, time with loved ones, friends and family as ‘Life is too short to be anything but happy!’

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William’s Walk Little Cranebrook boy, William

Harris was born 12 November, 2004. He was a son to David and Lauren and brother to Taylor, Jhai and Makaylah. He was adored by everyone that had the pleasure to meet him. He was bold, charming and at times highly opinionated.

William suffered from the chronic pain of arthritis and was diagnosed on 9 May, 2006, with systemic onset JIA. He never crawled or walked properly and suffered from spiking fevers and a rash. His day-to-day life involved painful, swollen and stiff joints. Nobody will ever truly understand the pain of watching their five year old son crawl up the hallway, because he couldn’t walk. He knew he was different and at times he would ask why he got arthritis. There are some questions that are just too hard to answer.

Sadly our beautiful little boy left this earth bound for Heaven on 17 April, 2011. William was six years old. Our lives will never be the same again and we live with a constant reminder that kids get arthritis too and they can indeed die.

I knew that William was far too loud in life to ever leave quietly, and I don’t want the world to forget him and the countless other children who suffer every day.

We created William’s Wish for two reasons. Firstly, because William was granted a wish from the Starlight Foundation, but passed away just before his wish was fulfilled and secondly, to remember our son and who he was, a young boy who stood up for what he believed and someone who cared deeply about others and would want to give his friends a wish they deeply deserve.

Join us for William’s Walk this April to help kids living with arthritis. There are 2 great locations in Bondi and Penrith with courses to

suit people of all ages and fitness levels. It promises to be a great day out with family and friends, loads of entertainment, music, face painting and fun for everyone. There will also be stalls with food or you can even bring a picnic.

Over 4,000 Australian children live with some form of juvenile arthritis, they need our support. Help us keep William’s fighting spirit alive by joining the walk and help us raise $100,000 for kids with arthritis. BONDI BEACH - Saturday 27th AprilEnjoy a scenic 4km walk from South Bondi to Bronte Beach and back again.PENRITH (International Regatta Centre) - Sunday 28th AprilJoin us for a 5km walk or 5km fun run - or do both!For more information, to offer your support or register for the walk; visit the website: http://williamswalk.gofundraise.com.au/cms/home

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Isn’t it good that the government gives us four days off to reflect on the most important events of history? Good Friday is the day we remember Jesus’ death. Easter Sunday, we celebrate the fact that this very same Jesus rose from the dead.

The incredible thing is that Jesus’ death was no accident. Jesus came into our world to die & pay for the consequences each of us deserves

for not treating God as God. Jesus’ death does something quite extraordinary – it reconciles us with God. When Jesus dies, his death opens the door for any person to have friendship with God; a fresh start in life when they put their trust in Him.

Yet it doesn’t stop there. On Easter Sunday as we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection from the dead, we celebrate the fact that Jesus smashed death! It is because of Jesus’ resurrection that you can have a certain hope of life beyond death – a life that the Bible says, “will never perish or spoil or fade”, like so many things in our world today.

At Glenmore Park Anglican Church, we not only want to celebrate these magnificent truths but also share them with you! That is why we would love you to join us over Easter - “The Long Weekend that Changes Everything!” In addition, in the lead up to Easter we will be having some special Sunday Services on 17th & 24th March and a whole lot of other special events during that week for everyone in Glenmore Park & the surrounding area - all to help you discover Jesus - that there is in fact ‘More to Life’ and that real life with meaning, purpose, peace, joy & hope are found through Jesus.

Service Times: Sundays @ 8.30 and 10.15am, 5 and 7pm. Plus activities for adults and young people right throughout the week

Check out the details or give me a call or facebook us or visit our website to find out more. All our 8.30am, 10.15am & 5pm Services have Creche & Kids Programs.• Special Sunday Services 17th & 24th March 8.30am,

10.15am, 5pm & 7pm• Thursday28thMarch7pm‘EasterLastSupperService’• GoodFriday29thMarch8:30&10:15am• EasterSunday8.30am,10.15am,5pm&7pmWe’d love to have you along! Happy Easter – ‘The Long Weekend

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Glenmore Park Residents Group NEWSIt was nice to have a couple of new residents attend

our group this month with some new ideas and input. The group will follow up this month to find out what is happening with the redevelopment of the shopping centre. Despite a committment from Raine & Horne as well as the centre management to contact us with an update on the plans in January, we are still waiting.

It is also disappointing that none of the five South Ward councillors have made a firm committment to attend a meeting to outline their plans for the residents of Glenmore Park.

Perhaps it is time for the residents of Glenmore Park to write or email Penrith Council to ask the councillors whom we elected what they are doing for us. The list of items presented to council via email last November for repair/maintenance were acknowledged but to date nothing has been done.

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Nepean Christian Years 11 & 12 Continued from pg 1...As a member of the NSW Association of

Independent Schools and Christian Education National, the school has a firm support base for its venture into Years 11 and 12. The school has the enviable opportunity of enacting best senior school practice right from the very beginning, unburdened by bureaucracy and irrelevant traditions.

The school welcomes expressions of interest from families who want a relevant, rigorous, expansive and supportive approach to senior schooling in a small, intimate environment that treasures vibrant student teacher relationships and empowers students according to their interests and abilities.

The Principal, Geoff Wheaton, is very happy to meet families and students at school or a local café to chat about enrolment.

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Resurrected Turtle!Zoe’s pet turtle had died, and she was

crying as if her heart would break. Her mother had been dealing with the situation all day and declared that it was now Dad’s turn to try and make things better. Desperate to quiet his little girl’s tears, he said, “I tell you what, we’ll have a funeral for the turtle.” Being three

years old, she didn’t know what a funeral was. Scrambling to come up with an explanation –as well as something that would get her mind off the turtle’s demise, he said “A funeral is like a birthday party. We’ll have ice cream and cake and lemonade and balloons, and all the children in the neighborhood will come over to our house to play.”

Well, the prospect of a turtle funeral did the trick. Instantly, Zoe was her happy, smiling self. So, with visions of cake and ice cream in their heads the two beamed down on the deceased turtle lying at their feet. As they did, the turtle began to move. And a few seconds later, he was crawling away as lively as –well, as lively as a LIVE turtle!

After considering her options, Zoe looked up at her father with her big beautiful eyes and –with all the innocence of her tender years –she said quietly, “Daddy, LET’S KILL IT.” (Author unknown)

The resurrection of the dead may seem too good to be true but this is the testimony written by many of the New Testament authors. In the first letter to the Corinthian church the apostle Paul reminds his readers of the witness testimonies on which their belief structure were founded, the death and the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.

1 Corinthians 15:1-7 Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, 2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you- unless you believed in vain. 3 For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that

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Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures, 5 and that he appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. 6 Then he appeared to more than five hundred brothers at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have fallen asleep. 7 Then he appeared to James, then to all the apostles.

The story of Jesus rising from the dead is not a fantasy but an event in history which is backed by the words of men and women who saw him die an awful death. Then saw him alive three days later.

Join us this Easter to learn more about the Easter story!Good Friday Family Service 9.30am in the Lighthouse TheatreEaster Sunday Family Service 9.30am in the Lighthouse Theatre(colouring in sheets will be available for the kids during the service and a crèche will also be provided).Mark Bonnici

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Bicentenary Bridges Great DivideIt’s almost 200 years since the first Blue Mountains crossing, when Australians will

retrace this deciding moment for European settlement and our nation. To recognise the starting point of Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth’s epic journey at

Blaxland’s farm, St Marys, Penrith City Council will launch a three-week series of major commemorations in May 2013. The celebrations cover the start of the trek up the mountains in May 1813 to the explorers’ triumphant return some three weeks later.

Penrith City Council has worked with a community committee to develop these not-to-be-missed activities: – Breakfast Launch and Re-enactment trek - 11 May– Family Camp Out on the Nepean River - 11 May– Historical Festival at Mamre Homestead - 19 May– “Back to Emu Plains” weekend - 25 and 26 May

To add to the excitement, Penrith Library will hold a “Makings of a City History Conference Crossing the Great Divide” on 9 March and Penrith Civic Centre will host an exhibition through April-May.

Penrith Mayor Mark Davies said an extra treat would be appearances by renowned Aussie actor Jack Thompson as part of Council’s Bicentenary program. “We are proud to have Australian icon, Jack Thompson as patron of Penrith City Council’s Blue Mountains crossing commemorations. Keep an eye out as he’ll be attending several events,” Councillor Davies said.

For more details on individual events please call Council on 4732 7645. For details on Penrith Library’s history conference call 4732 7891.

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Huge Blow Out In Travel Times For M4, M5 And M7New figures have shown travel times have blown out for motorists under the O’Farrell

Government – with workers from western and south western Sydney hit the hardest. On the M4, the average speed has dropped 12km/h to just 36km/h.

Average speeds for drivers have plummeted in the three months to December 2012. See table below...

“These figures confirm what Sydney motorists already know, the daily drive to and from work is getting slower and slower under the O’Farrell Government,” Opposition Leader John Robertson said today.

“The average motorist driving along the M4 during the morning peak is now travelling 12 km/h slower on average than they were only six months ago.

“The average speed on the M4 is now more suited to a school zone, not a major freeway. The O’Farrell Government is forcing drivers to pay higher and extra tolls, but giving them slower travel times and more delays.”

Shadow Roads Minister, Ryan Park said: “Before the election, Barry O’Farrell boasted that he would reduce congestion on our roads. Two years in and things have simply gotten worse. Motorists travelling on Cleveland Street are crawling along at 14 km/h, while drivers on the M5 are paying a toll to travel at speeds that have fallen by nine km/h in only a few months.

“The Premier promised to reduce congestion, but at the rate he is going it will be decades before any major road infrastructure is built to give Sydney drivers a break.”

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Ryan Park MP Shadow Minister for Roads Thursday, 21 February 2013 HUGE BLOW OUT IN TRAVEL TIMES FOR SYDNEY DRIVERS ON THE M4, M5 AND M7 New figures have shown travel times have blown out for motorists under the O'Farrell Government – with workers from western and south western Sydney hit the hardest. On the M4, the average speed has dropped 12km/h to just 36km/h. Average speeds for drivers have plummeted in the three months to December 2012, including: Road Avg speed Sept '12 Avg speed Dec '12 Drop in avg speed M4 48km/h 36km/h -12 km/h M5/M5 East 52km/h 45km/h -7km/h M7 91km/h 82km/h -9km/h F3 (Beresfield to Wahroonga)

91km/h 85km/h -6km/h

Epping Road 36km/h 31km/h -5km/h Liverpool Road 36km/h 31km/h -5km/h Anzac Bridge 41km/h 38km/h -3km/h Castle Hill Road 22km/h 19km/h -3km/h Military/Spit Road 20km/h 18km/h -2km/h Cleveland Street 15km/h 14km/h -1km/h "These figures confirm what Sydney motorists already know, the daily drive to and from work is getting slower and slower under the O'Farrell Government," Opposition Leader John Robertson said today. "The average motorist driving along the M4 during the morning peak is now travelling 12 km/h slower on average than they were only six months ago. "The average speed on the M4 is now more suited to a school zone, not a major freeway. "The O'Farrell Government is forcing drivers to pay higher and extra tolls, but giving them slower travel times and more delays." Shadow Roads Minister, Ryan Park said: "Before the election, Barry O'Farrell boasted that he would reduce congestion on our roads. Two years in and things have simply gotten worse." "Motorists travelling on Cleveland Street are crawling along at 14 km/h, while drivers on the M5 are paying a toll to travel at speeds that have fallen by nine km/h in only a few months. "The Premier promised to reduce congestion, but at the rate he is going it will be decades before any major road infrastructure is built to give Sydney drivers a break." MEDIA CONTACT: RYAN PARK 0400834493

Sustainable Initiatives Penrith residents can clear their homes

of old and unwanted e-waste and chemicals and join neighbourly efforts to keep their area looking its best with ‘clean up’ events in March.

Gather your old televisions, computers and other electronic goods for Electronic Waste Drop Off Day. Held at Jamison Park, South Penrith (entry off Jamison Road, opposite Castlereagh Street) on Saturday 9 March, it’s an easy way to recycle unwanted electronic clutter. It runs between 9am and 3.30pm; check penrithcity.nsw.gov.au for the full list of items accepted.

You can do the environment an extra favour while disposing of household chemicals and at Penrith City Council’s free Household Chemical CleanOut on Saturday 16 March. Between 9am and 3:30pm, drive into Jamison Park, South Penrith, follow the directions and await the staff who’ll unload your boot or trailer of the chemicals. Accepted items include solvents, household and pool cleaners, car batteries, paint, pesticides, poisons and even fire extinguishers. Visit cleanout.com.au or call 4732 7615 for details, including how to transport chemicals safely.

Thanks to community participation in these three events previously and other sustainable initiatives, Penrith has been recognised as a leader; winning the prestigious Keep Australia Beautiful 2012 titles NSW Overall Sustainable City 2012, National Winner of the Young Legends Award 2012 and National Winner of the Resource Recovery and Waste Management Award 2012.

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PADRE PIO PARISH UPDATEFrRobertRiedling•34-38WilliamHowellDr,GlenmorePark•Phone:47379735

Having entered March and the season of autumn, we are approaching the halfway point in the season of Lent, a time for Christians to focus more intensively on their relationship with God and, by extension, their relationships with other people.

Here in the southern hemisphere, Lent and Easter are turned on their heads when seen in contrast to the nature of the seasons experienced by our northern hemisphere cousins. For those in Europe and North America particularly, there is at this time of year a distinct movement from darkness to light as the days grow longer and slowly brighter. In nature there is a noticeable shift from the death of winter as revealed by leafless trees and an acute absence of flowers and colour to the budding of new leaves, flowers and colour as spring comes into being. This dynamic of darkness to light and death to life mirrors the Church’s season as we spend our time in Lent focusing on our own darkness and death characterised by our sin and then move into the brightness and new life of the Resurrection at Easter when we commemorate and give thanks for the fact that Jesus triumphed over death and gave us too the promise of eternal life.

In Australia and other nations in the southern hemisphere however, nature is moving in the opposite direction as the heat and vitality of summer gives way to the cooler climate of autumn and the inevitable signs of imminent death made manifest by the foliage of the deciduous trees turning from green to a shade of yellow, red or orange. The riot of colour that characterises autumn in some parts of our city is symbolic of death but transpires at a time when Christians are celebrating new life. The paradox is emblematic

of the Eurocentric nature of much of our culture, including our religious practices.

But in the end, what matters most is the truth which underpins these practices, even if the symbols are discordant. The truth of the loving and merciful nature of God and of our sinful nature as created beings, redeemed through the loving, sacrificial action of Jesus. We must be careful however, not to be too despondent with regard to our inability or, at times, our unwillingness, to model ourselves on Christ. We are a redeemed people and just as there is a conflict with regard to the natural seasons in our nation and the Church’s seasons of Lent and Easter, so there is a conflict in relation to our fallen human nature and the opportunity to embrace redemption and make Christ manifest. We are capable of great sin but we are equally capable of noble and principled acts which reflect Christ’s nature to others. For this we rejoice.

You might care to give thanks to God for the gift of Christ and eternal life this Easter. Feel free to come to one or all of the Holy Week Masses and services at Padre Pio in Glenmore Park. The Holy Week schedule can be viewed on our website at www.padrepioglenmorepark.org.auHoly Thursday Mass, 28 March @ 7:00pmGood Friday, 29 March: Stations of the Cross @ 10:00am, Passion @ 3:00pmEaster Vigil Mass, 30 March @ 7:30pmEaster Sunday Mass, 31 March @ 7:30am and 9:30am

Looking forward to seeing you here!Blessings and prayers,Fr Robert Riedling

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MINI BUNNIESKids love miniatures, so why

not make some Mini Bunnies! This is a great rabbit craft and a fun Easter Bunny Craft for Easter! A preschooler can do this craft, but keep in mind that the little parts may be hard for some to handle well!

Make a few of these and put them on a paper plate covered with green Easter grass and some Jelly Beans and you’ve got one cute Easter Decoration! Here’s what you’ll need... •Cottonballs•3CottonBudTips•Smallgoogleeyes•Tinypieceofpinkpipecleaner,paper,orcraftfoam(forthenose)•glue•KitchenscissorsHere’s how you make them...

1. First prepare your bunny’s ears and feet. Cut 2 Cotton Bud Tips a little bit longer than the swab part, these will be the bunny ears. Cut the other Cotton Bud Tips to make 4 feet, cut them right where the swab part starts.

2. Put glue on the ends of the long Cotton Bud Tips and glue them in place on your cotton ball to make the bunny ears.

3. Glue your last 4 Cotton Bud Tips swabs onto the bottom of the cotton ball to make the bunny’s feet.

4. Glue on your eyes and a pink nose and you’re done!

Source: http://www.busybeekidscrafts.com/Mini-Bunnies.html

EASTER TEASERS!1. If a rooster laid an egg on the top of a hill, which side would it roll down?2. Two chocolate bunnies were sitting on a bench, one had his ears bitten off. One bunny said, “Happy Easter”. What did the other bunny say?3. Why can’t a rabbit’s nose be 12 inches long?4. How does Easter end?5. How can you tell where the Easter Bunny has been?6. Why did the Easter Egg hide?7. What did the man say when he saw 10 bunnies hopping over the hill?8. What did the man say when he saw 10 bunnies hopping over the hill wearing sunglasses?9. Do you know why rabbits are so good in math?10. Why shouldn’t you tell an Easter Egg a joke?

Look for the answers in the April edition!

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E A S T E R

EASTER WORD SEARCHTry to find all of the hidden Easter words in the puzzles below. Words can be diagonal, vertical, horizontal, forward or backwards.

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EASTER EGG HUNTCan you find which Easter egg apears only once?


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Real Time Train Apps for SydneyMulgoa MP, Tanya Davies has welcomed the announcement

that Sydney train commuters will soon have access to real-time information on mobile phones that shows when the next train is coming. The impending release of transport apps showing up-to-the-minute information about where trains are on the network follows the release late last year of apps showing real-time bus information and the release of Transport for NSW 131500 app which provides up-to-date trip planning details and maps for using train, bus and ferry services across greater metropolitan Sydney.

“Before the introduction of these apps, Sydney public transport apps had been limited to providing published timetables. But – as commuters know only too well – trains and buses often arrive well outside their timetabled sequence,” Mrs Davies said.

Transport for NSW will run an “app hot house” on the weekend of February 16 and 17 for developers to work on apps featuring real-time train information. At first, the Department will release information only for the Sydney suburban stations, with the exception of the station at Waterfall and the Carlingford Line. It intends to extend the coverage later.

“We are keen to improve the customer experience on the rail network and we know that a real time train app will give customers the information they need to make decisions about their journey, all in the palm of their hand,” the Transport Minister, Gladys Berejiklian, said. “Customers who have long relied on train timetables will soon be able to know what is happening on the system whether they are at home, work or standing on the platform.” The technology will use GPS markers on stations that will receive information from trains, and then pass it on to the apps. r Mulgoa MP Tania Davies shows off the new Train app


INSIDE OUT

Be The Best You Can Be, Naturally!We don’t plan for disease or degeneration of the body to

happen to us, but feel it is inevitable. We may believe that pharmaceutical drug therapy is the only answer.

Knowledge is power – but where we obtain the information, and what we do with it can negatively impact us by taking away our personal choices, or positively empower us.

Michelle Beech, is a qualified Naturopath and Nutritionist, she understands the stressors of our modern-day existence, the impact of environment, inextricable changes to our food production, along with myriad financial and family pressures put on us. How best do we deal with these things and stay well - and sane?

Let Michelle partner with you to become part of the solution, so that you can be the best you can be. Through education and support, and with the latest understanding of the power of nutritional medicine, herbal formulations and dietary modification, there are real and viable alternatives available. As each person is unique, she individualises her treatment protocol to get to the root cause of her patients’ concerns – in a holistic, systemic way, rather than giving only symptomatic and temporary relief.

Michelle’s clinic is located in beautiful Glenbrook. Why not call today on either 4739 9947 or 0414 944 112 to make an appointment.

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Penrith Physie at the Easter Show 2013 is starting off in a big way for Penrith Physical Culture Club. This year we have 8 girls and women participating in

a Dance Spectacular at the Sydney Royal Easter Show with 250 other BJP physie girls in what promises to be a fantastic performance.

The girls will dance on the opening day of the Easter Show, in the main arena at 6pm. Penrith Club has had girls in this show for the last 5 years and it is a great experience for each of them. Performing on such a big ‘stage’ is very demanding but confidence building as well. There are only 2 rehearsals of all dancers which is fairly intense but well worth the hard work. In 2012 the theme was based around the music from Mary Poppins. The girls can’t wait to see the dance steps for this year.

Physie is a great sport to be a part of. The Penrith Club has been holding it’s classes in Glenmore Park for almost 20 years. It incorporates all types of dance and it caters for all abilities as well. It is fun at classes and very inexpensive to be a part of. If you are interested in finding out more about our Penrith Club please call Karen on 0418975765 or visit our website... penrithphysie.com.au

Did you know?• The largest Easter egg ever made was around 9,000 pounds. It needed a steel frame for internal support.• 76 percent of people eat the ears on chocolate bunnies first.• 90 million chocolate Easter bunnies are made for Easter each year.

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You don’t have to be a bodybuilder to gain the physical benefits of weight training. When done correctly, weight training can assist with fat loss, increased

muscle strength and tone and improved bone density. However, if done incorrectly, weight training can be dangerous and may lead to injuries.

There are thousands of online workouts available and many different apps for your phone but how do you know which program is right for you? It’s important to remember, what works for someone else, may not necessarily work for you.

My best advice is, before starting any resistance training program, see a fitness professional to have an assessment done and get a program written specifically to suit your needs. Even more importantly, make sure you are shown how to do all of the exercises correctly.

Remember, the more you focus on proper weight training technique, the more you’ll achieve in your workouts! Rj Tierney (owner) – Pure Fitness Penrith Ph: 4732 [email protected] www.purefitness.net.au

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Football Program Trials Tuesday 12th March

3.30 - 4.30Mamre Anglican School are holding trials

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The program is designed by Technical Director Paul Bentvelzen, Current ‘A’ License, FIFA Futuro Instructor, Masters of Coaching.

Successful students will be coached 3 sessions per week with some of Australia’s premier youth development coaches.

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Guinness World Record Attempt!Dr Katrina Warren and Kelly Gill are holding their second Border

Collie Fun Day at Castle Hill Showground, Dog Arena (Doran Drive, Castle Hill). It will be a family friendly event, inviting Border Collie owners to bring their dog’s for a social afternoon of Border Collie activities. They also expect a lot of spectators as people are welcome without a dog.

Dr Katrina and Kelly Gill are delighted to welcome Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital to our Border Collie Fun Day. Dr Camille Brandt will be our official vet on the day and will also be offering free veterinary checks and answering your Border Collie health questions.

Their inaugural event was held last year and was a huge success. The highlight of the day was the group photo of as many dogs as possible without owners in the shot and this photo went viral.

This year, they have official approval to attempt a Guinness World Record for the ‘most number of dogs ever recorded in a professional photo shoot.’

They need more than 101 Border Collies to gain the World Record and it will involve the dogs being photographed by Professional photographer, Fiona Erskine.

From the response that they have had, they anticipate around

200 Border Collies registering for the World Record attempt, and several hundred spectators. They will be reaching out to media for coverage of the World Record Attempt on the day.

They have confirmed the Border Collie Club NSW, Agility club, Flyball club and a Wonderdog Tricks demo. They are organising stalls, interactive activities , a raffle and lots of giveaways. There will be show bags for every dog participant in the photo challenge.1.00pm Flyball demonstration1.30pm Agility2.00pm Dr Katrina and The Wonderdogs – Tricks Show2.15pm Agility- public participation (TBC)2.45pm Final registrations & preparation for World Record Photo3.00pm World Record Photo – group shot3.30pm Group shots, individual colours 3.30pm Draw Raffle, kids competitionsFor more information ...www.facebook.com/drkatrinawarrenwww.facebook.com/thewonderdogswww.thewonderdogs.com.au

Please feel free to pop in anytime and meet the team at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital. Call 4736 2027 to make an appointment. Check us out on Facebook and online at www.orchardhillsvet.com.au.

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COUNSELLING CORNERwith Linda Cassell @ Psychology Works 4 All – Phone 4773 3057 or 0421 507 191 – email [email protected]

Anger and AnxietyAnger and anxiety are two emotions that are likely to cause

difficulty for those who allow them to get out of control. When an emotion gains control over us we tend to do one of two things- either ignore it or react to it in a knee jerk way and do something we later regret. What’s the alternative? We sit with the feeling; we experience it, acknowledge it and then figure out what to do about it, if anything. In this way we respond rather than react to it- that is we put a pause in between feeling and action. We can choose to do nothing while feeling it at the same time. But never ignore it!

Emotional literacy is the ability individuals have to be self aware and to name the emotions they are feeling. The person with good emotional literacy acknowledges the feeling and then goes about trying to understand and be informed by that feeling. They attempt to use their feelings as an ally that can give them important information about how they are being impacted on by others or by the circumstances of life.

To improve our emotional literacy we can use the name, claim, tame and aim approach.Name it –name the emotion we are feeling (anger, sadness etc)Claim it – that is, to honour the emotion by saying; yes I feel ….sad, angry etc. Tame it – a by-product of claiming an emotion is the taming of it. We accept the feeling without being consumed by it. When we do this the emotion loses its power over us. We are in control of it.Aiming it – the last part of the process allows us to ‘file it’. That is we have taken the time to be informed by the emotion and to understand its origins in us. We can then choose a response to it. And this response can range from acting on it to deleting it letting it go. * Linda Cassell - Assoc MAPS, Master of Counselling, Psychology Honours (BASS) - is a psychologist and counsellor in private practice in Luddenham.

Quilters That CareThe 20 ladies who make

up the Caring Hearts Community Quilters have been hard at work putting the finishing touches on the colourful quilts they have been working on these past twelve months.

These quilts will be donated to Nepean, Hawkesbury, Springwood and Blue Mountains palliative care and neo-natal wards, Barnardos, Blue Mountains Cancer Support, Penrith Women’s Refuge and Prince of Wales Children’s Hospital. These quilts are made with love and the hope that they’ll bring comfort and support to those in their time of need.

The group makes, on average, 120 quilts each year and the reality is that the quilts are made not only with love, but also with expensive fabric and wadding. While the group is self-funded, it still needs community support. To raise money and awareness, the Quilters are holding their annual “Airing of the Quilts” at the Arms of Australia Inn Museum, Great Western Highway, Emu Plains, on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th April, 10am – 4pm.

In addition to the quilts on display there will be live music, sausage sizzle, Devonshire teas, Trading table, book stall, beautiful hand-made gifts suitable for mother’s Day, and a raffle, with proceeds going to Breast Cancer.

In the event of inclement weather, the Airing cannot be held. For further information, phone 0438 670 012.


WHAT’S COOKING?While the Easter Bunny is busy putting all his eggs in one giant basket, you can hop to it and start preparing for Easter too with these very cute Easter treats!

Easter Bunny BiscuitsIngredients •Makes16125g butter, softened1/2 cup caster sugar1 egg yolk2 1/2 tablespoons golden syrup2 cups plain flour1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda3 teaspoons ground ginger1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 cup pure icing sugar, sifted1/2 small lemon, juicedribbon, for decorationMethod1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper.2. Using an electric mixer, cream butter and caster sugar until pale and creamy. Add egg yolk and golden syrup. Beat to combine. Sift flour, bicarbonate of soda, ginger and cinnamon together over butter mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon to form a stiff dough.3. Press dough into a 10cm round. Roll out between 2 sheets of baking paper until 5mm thick. Place, between baking paper, on a tray. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until firm.4. Using an 8cm rabbit shaped biscuit cutter, cut 16 biscuits from dough. Place on prepared trays. Using a chopstick or skewer, punch 1 hole at the top of each biscuit and make small indentations on biscuits to decorate.5. Bake for 15 minutes or until firm to touch. Allow to cool on trays (biscuits will firm further on cooling).6. Sift icing sugar into a bowl. Gradually add 1 tablespoon lemon juice and stir until icing is smooth. Spoon into a small snap-lock bag. Squeeze out air and seal. Using scissors, snip 1 corner from bag and pipe icing onto biscuits. Allow icing to set. Thread ribbon through holes. Enjoy!

Hot Cross MuffinsIngredients •Makes12135g dried cranberries1 cup (150g) currants2 1/2 cups (375g) self-raising flour1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda2 tsp ground cinnamon1/2 tsp ground nutmeg2/3 cup (165ml) sunflower oil1 cup (250ml) buttermilk2 eggs200g caster sugar, plus extra 2 tbs80g icing sugar1 tsp lemon juiceMethod1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Grease a 12-hole muffin tray and line with paper cases.2. Soak dried fruit in just enough boiling water to cover for 10 minutes. Drain well, then pat dry with paper towel.3. Sift the flour, soda and spices into a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs and sugar until combined. Add to the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Gently stir in the fruit. Divide the mixture among muffin cases, then bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly browned and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.4. Meanwhile, place the extra 2 tbs sugar in a pan with 2 tbs water and simmer over low heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Brush the glaze over the muffins.5. Sift icing sugar into a bowl. Add lemon juice and just enough hot water to make a thick, pipable icing. Use a piping bag or drizzle from a spoon to draw a cross on each muffin, then serve.

Easter Bunny CupcakesIngredients •Makes12340g packet golden buttercake mix2 x 30g chocolate flake bars, roughly crushed3/4 cup shredded coconut24 strawberries and cream lollies24 blue mini M&Ms12 red mini M&Ms12 white mini marshmallows, halved crossways24 white tic tacsrich chocolate writing fudgeButtercream icing150g butter, softened2 cups icing sugar mixture, sifted1 1/2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla essenceMethod 1. Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Line a 12-hole, 1/3-cup capacity muffin pan with paper cases.2. Make cake mixture following packet directions. Fold in crushed flake bars. Divide mixture evenly between cases. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and a skewer inserted in 1 cake comes out clean. Stand in pan for 2 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.3. Meanwhile, make Buttercream icing Using an electric mixer, beat butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add icing sugar mixture, milk and vanilla, beating until well combined. Reserve 1/4 cup icing. Spread cupcakes with remaining icing. Sprinkle with coconut. 4. Trim 5mm from 1 short end of each strawberries and cream lolly. Using the picture as a guide, use a little remaining icing to secure two strawberries and cream lollies into top of 1 cupcake to form ears. Press 2 blue mini M&Ms on to cake to form eyes. Press 1 red mini M&M on to cake to form a nose. Press 2 mini marshmallows below nose to form cheeks and add 2 tic tacs for teeth. Use chocolate writing fudge to pipe dots in centre of eyes to form pupils. Set aside for 10 minutes or until set. More fun treats to enjoy!

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PARENT’S CORNER

Ever have something happen that upset you, and you just wanted someone to listen to you? You didn’t want advice or criticism. You wanted someone to acknowledge your feelings, to empathise, and to hear you. You wanted someone to tell you how much it sucks, and how disappointed you must be.

And, so it is with children.Acknowledging your child’s feelings won’t make them soft or

sooks or cry babies. It will make them feel understood. They will feel seen and heard, valued and loved. And they will get over their hurt quicker with less resentment because meeting the need extinguishes the need. It will help them bounce back from disappointment, because life can be full of hurt and disappointment and it’s nice to be able to have someone to talk to about it. A child that experiences empathy will become empathic.So, how do you do it?1. Notice the emotion Notice how you think your child is feeling. It’s ok if you guess incorrectly, your child will usually tell you what he or she is feeling if you approach it this way.2. Clarify with a question A question will help your child figure out how he or she feels.3. Reflect the emotion Reflect the emotion your child is telling you or state what you believe your child is feeling.4. Locate the emotion in the body Emotions can be felt in the body and the head. Part of emotional intelligence is recognising when you are starting to feel a strong emotion by noticing what your body is doing and what your mind is thinking.

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5. Empathise Talk about how you would feel in the same situation.6. Explore

You might like to follow up with a question or comment to get more details about the situation or explore more emotions.Notice how in this process, there is not a barrage of questions, advice, or moral reasoning. The parent does not dismiss or deny how the child is feeling or try to distract him from his feelings. The parent does not tell him to “get over it” or “get on with it” or “don’t worry, it could be worse”. The parent does not jump into solving the problem or talking about what happened to her once upon a time. The parent does not take the other person’s side.

It’s a process of delving down into the child’s feelings and emotions with him and coming out the other side together. If you do this often enough, your child will learn to accept and manage her own strong emotions, learn how to solve problems, and learn to know when she is coping well or when she needs to get help. This is emotional intelligence. Sounds good, doesn’t it?

But this process can be difficult for parents. If you are not comfortable with some of these strong feelings, you will try to push your child through it as quickly as possible to resolve your own discomfort. Most parents say they can deal with extremes of most emotions, but anger pushes their buttons. The important thing is acknowledging that you are uncomfortable with some emotions and working your way through it too. If you think back to your childhood, your own parents may not have been comfortable with the same emotions you have difficulty with now. That’s why it’s called a process, every day we do a little bit better.

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Penrith Relay for Life The Penrith Relay for Life is an annual event held over 24 hours to symbolise that cancer sufferers are living with cancer for 24 hours a day. Throughout the 24 hours of the event, most teams try to have at least one member walking at all times to briefly become part of a sufferer’s battle.

Over the last 12 years the Penrith Relay has raised over $1.9 million via the generosity of the Penrith and wider Penrith communities. The Cancer Council of NSW using these funds for cancer research, support, awareness and education.

The event brings together those suffering cancer, their careers, family, friends, colleagues and supporters in an event which allows them to fight back against this dreaded disease, by raising funds for research and services in the wider and local communities. We celebrate with those that have won their battle and we remember those that we have lost.

During Relay, Team members take turns walking around an Oval, camping out and enjoying entertainment, ceremonies, food and games in a carnival like atmosphere. Teams create awareness in the community for this worthy cause by fund raising. Each team’s fundraising methods are limited only by their imagination. Some different & interesting ways of fundraising are; raffles, guessing competitions, selling crafts, garage sales, trivia nights, corporate sponsorship, and talent quests even sponsored walkers.

The Penrith Relay for Life will be held from 10am Saturday 4th May to 10am Sunday 5th May at Howell Oval Penrith (Cricket grounds opposite Panthers).

If you would like to be a part of this amazing and unique event by registering a team, becoming a sponsor or supporter, joining the organising committee or just want more information, please call Nathan Dart from Cancer Council NSW on (02) 9354 2004.

The website for the Penrith Relay for Life 2013 is now available for you to register your team or to find further information about the event. Let’s bring together the whole community for this wonderful cause, let’s find a CURE for Cancer and save those we love.

Penrith Relay for Life 2013

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Senior Ladies Train Travellers2nd & 4th Friday each monthRetirees 60 and over looking to find ways of travelling using Seniors Concession Rail ticket $2.50Guest speakers, exercise through walking, discover new places and friendships, group meetings.

Enquiries– send stamped, self addressed envelope & phone contact to: Senior Ladies Train TravellersPO Box 477, St Marys NSW 1790

Saturday March 16 & March 23

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Chocolate Bouquets for all occasions

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For further information call 47321444

21 March 2013 (3rd Thursday of the month)South Penrith Probus ClubGlenmore Park Community Centre10:00amSocial Club for active retireesVisitors welcomeContact Merle Blatch ph: 4733 1614fax: 4733 0986

** Weekly Events **Mondays 7pm - 10pm Riverland Harmony Chorus RehearsalsGlenmore Park Child & Family Centre, Blue Hills DrivePhone: 4773 8284 or4739 1834

Wednesdays 7:00pm – 8:15pm Falun Dafa Qigong ClassesFloribunda Community Centre, Glenmore Park Falun Gong is the practice of refining the body and mind through special exercises and meditation. Please wear comfortable clothes & bring a mat. FREE!Call Andrew or Erin on 4733 4523

Thursdays 9:30am – 12:30pm “Taste of Everything” group for womenCome along and learn how to change a tap washer, build a craft box plus much more. All welcomeFloribunda Community Centre, Glenmore ParkMore information call Nerida 4733 1499

Fridays 10:00am – 12:00pm Happy Chucklers PlaygroupSurveyor’s Creek Community CentreBallybunnion TerraceMore Information: 4733 1961

Fridays 7:00pm – 8:00pm Tai ChiCall Christie: 0431 149 131

Community Noticeboard

Wednesday March 20 (3rd Wednesday of the Month)

Glenmore Park Probus Club Glenmore Park Community Centre

10:00amSocial Club for active retirees

Visitors welcomeContact Gwen 4733 8745

Tuesday March 19 Glenmore Park Residents Group Meeting(3rd Tuesday of the month) Floribunda Community Centre, Glenmore Park @ 7pmCall 4733 1499 for more info

Guinness World Record Attempt! Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital

4736 2027

Monday March 18Nepean Evening VIEW Club Nepean Evening View Club will be holding its Dinner meeting at Panthers Penrith 7:00pm. Cost $25 . Women of VIEW support the Smith Family’s Learning for Life project. New members warmly welcomed. Details and bookings by March 11: Anne 4721 5757. (if unavailable, please leave name, number and message).

Monday March 18Nepean / Blue Mountains Prostate Cancer Support Group 6.30pm. Lecture Room 1, Learning & Development Unit, SWAHS 2 building Nepean Public HospitalAll meetings are available to males and their partners who are seeking information on this cancer, and who live in the Blue Mountains, Blacktown, Hawkesbury and Penrith areas. Come along and experience the caring and benefits offered by our Support Group whose motto is YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Alan Moran, President 4730-3122 Visit our website www.prostatesupport.org.au

Sunday March 17

9:00am – 12:00pm

Penrith Sports Stadium

Herbert St,

Cambridge Park

$4 entry. Kids FREE

Saturday March 16(3rd Saturday each month)

Lower Blue Mountains Rotary Club Monthly MarketsGlenbrook Infants School, Ross Street, Glenbrook.Rotarians helping their communities.

Thursday March 14Red Cross Penrith Branch Meeting

CWA HallTindale St, Penrith

Coffee available from 9:30am

Further details – Diane 9623 9789

Wednesday March 13Arthritis NSW Penrith Branch MeetingCWA HallTindale St, PenrithGuest Speaker: TARS (Aged Care Rights Service inc. Older persons legal service)Coffee available from 9:30amFurther details – Diane 9623 9789

Wednesday 6th March

RED CROSS CALLING ANNUAL

FASHION PARADE

Penrith RSL Hornseywood Room – 11am

$12 per person, includes Morning Tea

Lucky Door Prizes, Raffles

Contact Jennifer: 4733 1338


Gary CampbellCertified Practicing Accountant & Registered Tax Agent

Taxation advice & return preparationMonthly accounting & bookkeeping servicesComputerised accounting: setup & support

Daytime & Saturday AppointmentsBLAXLAND

4739 3653Email: [email protected]

ACCOUNTANTIN A STEW OVER TAX?Multiple overdue returns?

Let us take care of things for you

Investors * Landlords * Small BusinessFamily Companies & TrustsSelf Managed Super Funds

Your Local BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Advertise your business here and online for just $27.50 (single) per month or $55 (double) per monthPhone: 4733 0792 email: [email protected]

CELEBRATIONS

FREE listing for special announcements Send your details to: [email protected]

28th March

Happy Birthda

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BESTEST ever

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We love you

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ACCOUNTINGBRAZEWELL TAX & ADVISORY

Local & friendly Chartered Accountancy practice offering:

• Accounting / Bookkeeping• Taxation/BAS/IAS• Business Start Up

• Payroll Administration

For individuals and business at reasonable rates.

Please call to arrange an appointment at a time convenient to you.

Renee Barry CA0408 118 142

Glenmore [email protected]

ACCOUNTANT

Happy Birthday!

9th March

Happy Birthday Dee

May it be TOPS in every way!

Belle, Cim & the boys

ACCOUNTINGFull range of accounting

services including:• BAS • FBT • Bookkeeping

•Tax Compliance • Advice on Business Set-up

19 Laguna Drive, Glenmore ParkPhone 4733 5236

[email protected]

ACCOUNTANT

ANTENNA

Digital Antenna GuysAntenna Supplied and Fitted

Digital Set Top Boxes, Insurance Work,TV Data & Phone Outlets, Home Theatre

Installations, Receive Wollongong Channels.

FREE QUOTES 0410 513 630Talk to our friendly technicians today

ANTENNA

Proudly introducing Imogen Louise Ring born at Nepean Hospital

on the 24th January,2013 at 2:52am to proud mum and dad,Felicity and Nathan.

HOT ROD

SHOW

MARCH 17TH 2013PENRITH PANTHERS FOOTBALL CLUB CARPARK, BEHIND McDONALD’S®

In conjunction with

Blue Mountains Hot Rod Club Inc.

Raylene VidlerPh: 4721 2992Email: [email protected] CornishPh: 0416 208 730Email: [email protected]

CONTACT

+ FAMILY FUN DAY!• RIDES• FACE PAINTING• KID’S CORNER• RAFFLES

Gold coin donation for spectators. All money raised goes to Ronald McDonald® Family Room Nepean HospitalSet up from 7am Open to the public from 9.30am$10 per car entryTrophies plus give-aways for entered cars only

ASRF Travel Permit#: T13/03

PENRITH LEAGUES

Pamela Noal CMC DipCel JPReflections To Share, Celebrancy Services

Weddings Namings Celebration of Life: Funerals

CELEBRANT

0447 778 870Email: [email protected]

‘Ensuring you a personal and sincere service’

Carpet & Upholstery CleaningTile & Grout Cleaning

Locally owned & operated. On time, every time. Quality work at competitive prices.

1300 557 548 or 4733 5290

ARGYLLCARPET CLEANING

BEAUTY


In New South Wales, bonded asbestos 10m² or more must be removed and disposed of by WorkCover Licensed Asbestos Removal Companies. Asbestos removal is a specialised business, and you need a reliable and experienced company to do the job.

Phone Shane 0428 600 122 or 4773 9404

Phone or email for a free quote

[email protected]

Don’t trust any removal work by unlicensed cowboys! What you save now, you will pay for later.

5 STAR ASBESTOS REMOVAL

• Bonded & Friable Removal Lic No: AD210995 • Burnt out Asbestos Houses & Garages• Demolition Lic No: AD210980• Site Remediation• WorkCover Approved • Fully Insured Company

www.5starasbestos.com.au

ASBESTOS REMOVAL

0408 667 9160437 970 513

[email protected]

BALLOONATICSwww.balloonaticsnsw.com.au

Helen & DianneBalloon Decorators

BALLOON ARTISTRY

AWNINGS & CARPORTSAMAZING AWNINGS & DECKS

• Carports & Patios• Flat, dome & gable roofs• Free measure & quotes

• Qualified licensed tradesmenCall Mark on 0404 163 158

Lic No. 169819C

BATHROOMSWHALE BATHROOMS

Lic No 67245c

• Quality Bathroom Renovations• Customer discounts given

• Rotted Timber Repairs• All Work Guaranteed

• Portable Bathroom Hire4773 8700 or 0417 417 556

www.whalebathrooms.com.au

Free Quotes

CARPENTERMaintenance & Carpentry

All domestic maintenanceDoors Plastering Guttering etc $45/hour + GST and materials

Fully Licensed and Insured Builder

20 Years Experience, All Trades Available Lic No. 150517C

Steve Fyffe 0422 248 799

• End of lease • One Offs • Regular Cleans • Spring Cleaning

• Carpet/Lounge Shampooing• Window Cleaning & De-cluttering

• Oven Cleaning

Call us for our competitive & reasonable FREE quotes

Professional, honest,reliable & friendly service.

0432 211 473 or 4737 9962

Credit Card Accepted

CLEANING

Designer Cakes, Cupcakes and Cookies for all occasions

CAKES

0416 471 520

www.loveatfirstslice.com.au [email protected]

FLYER DISTRIBUTION“Spread the Word”

Glenmore Park & Regentville

Letterbox Distribution

reliable.affordable.easy

0416 334 226

- Extensions / Renovations - Decks / Pergolas- All Carpentry - Bathrooms - Insurance work

Free Quotes All Suburbs 30 Yrs ExperienceChris 0405 107 506

Licence 238922C

BUILDER

[email protected]

Chris 0405 107 506 Extensions / Renovations • Decks / Pergolas • All Carpentry • Bathrooms • Insurance WorkFREE Quotes All Suburbs • 30 Years Experience • [email protected]

membersbest in the business ABN 41586176397 Licence 238922C

- Extensions / Renovations - Decks / Pergolas- All Carpentry - Bathrooms - Insurance work

Free Quotes All Suburbs 30 Yrs ExperienceChris 0405 107 506

Licence 238922C

BUILDER

[email protected] 41586176397 Licence 238922C

BUILDER

CARPENTRY

MFP Carpentry & Maintenance

Scott Page 0417 427 410

4736 5946

Specialising in … Home Renovations Home Maintenance

All Types of Carpentry Shopfitting

“No job too big or too small”

Licence No:177828c

CARPENTRYMATHEW PEARSON CARPENTRY

• Renovations • Pergolas • Decks • Floating floors • Built in wardrobes • Hang doors • Skirting

• Architraves • Gyprocking/Plastering • General household maintenance & much more!

FREE QUOTES Contact Mathew on 0439 322 498 or [email protected]

Licence No: 195360C

BOOKKEEPINGNepean Balanced Books MOBILE BOOKKEEPING SERVICE

• Registered BAS agent • Fully qualified• All bookkeeping services • On site or remote

• Reasonable rates and efficient service• MYOB Professional Partner

Tania 0414 951 [email protected]

COMPUTERS

Ken’s Computer RepairsKen’s Computer RepairsKen’s Computer Repairs










COMPUTERS

CLEANING

Phone: 0412 418 387 4737 9511

General Cleaning Services

Contract Cleaning End of Lease Cleaning

Free Quotes, Fully Insured


ELECTRICIANMatcan Electrical

• Domestic & Commercial• Installations & Renovations

• Telephone & Computer Networks

0414 490 386 or 4774 2576

If anyone can ... Matcan!

DEZIGNA Stencil Specialists

Ph: 0414 272 922

FOR DRIVEWAYS, PATHS, PATIOS, POOL AREAS

FOR ALL YOUR CONCRETING NEEDS

CONCRETING

Licence no.162002C

Mobile: 0403 773 364email: [email protected]

web: www.allcustomelectrical.com.au

• Fans• Power points• Safety switches• TV Brackets

• Pools• Garages• Extensions

Local licensed electrician for 20 yearsNeat work and fair prices

Guaranteed parts

& workmanship

ELECTRICIAN

ELECTRICIAN

Phone: 4733 0792Email: [email protected]

less than

$1 per day

ELECTRICIAN

DESIGN • INSTALL• MAINTAIN • Lighting & Power Points • TV & Phone Outlets • Smoke Alarms • 3 in 1 Heaters & Ceiling Fans • Stove & Hot Water • 24 Hr Emergency Service Available

Visit our website www.rondys.com.au for detailed information about our servicesCall 4737 9990 or 0423 877 630

Lic No 205620CSeniors Card accepted!

Lic No 179227C

Ph: 0410 474 366 or 9673 5725

CONCRETING

• Stencil, Stamp, Coloured and Spray On Concrete• Driveways, Patios & Shed Slabs• All general concreting

CONVEYANCING

Buying, Selling or Refinancing?

For friendly and efficient service contact

(Located in Glenmore Park)

BLUE HILLS CONVEYANCING

Eli Denmead Licensed Conveyancer

(Lic No 1127685)

Ph: 4737 8211 Mob: 0412 218 387

- MOBILE SERVICE -

COUNSELLING & PSYCHOLOGY

DRIVING SCHOOL

BLUE H I LLS D R I VI NG SCH OOL

Air Conditioning Hazard Perception Dual Controlled Manual/Automatic Instruction Safety Awareness Package Deals Pre Test Evaluation

Safety Comes First

Ph: 4733 4999 Mob: 0410 070 045

LIC: 010646

6am til late

BLUE HILLS DRIVING SCHOOL

DRIVING SCHOOLVince Driving School

Phone: 4733 5235 Mobile: 0433 192 932Stress-free

Licence No. 012293Web: www.vincedrivingschool.com.au

Air Conditioned, Dual Control, Automatic, Reliable, Safe, Patient, Qualified Driving Instructor

One hour lesson = 3 Log book hours




reliable.affordable.easy0416 334 226 Phone: 4733 0792

Email: [email protected]

less than

$1 per day

REGENTVILLE DRIVING SCHOOL 1 Hr. = 3 in Logbook

Manual / Auto Vehicles

Pre Test Evaluation and Report Late Model vehicles

Dual Controlled Structured Lessons

Air Conditioned, Packages Available Patient and Hassle Free

6 am till 6 pm

0410-727-890 Safety Is No Accident

DRIVING SCHOOL


Licence 62100C

building services pty ltd

Excavation & Tipper HireMINI EXCAVATOR RUBBER TRACKS ROCK BREAKER & 2 TONNE TIPPER

EXCAVATIONS

• Trenching & Footings • Post & Pier Holes Concrete & Soil Removal • Driveways • Retaining

Walls • Land Clearing • Rock Excavation • Drainage • Removal of Fill • Licensed and Insured

• All General Excavation • Free Quotes EXCAVATION - Buckets 300 to 450 - Mud buckets -Tight Access Specialist - 700mm wide able to fit through door - Hammer & Ripper - Conveyors

David La RosaMobile: 0418 286 147Office: 4733 4466

Quality Services at an Affordable Price Servicing all Areas

Lic No: R84571

Joe’s Ultimate Handyman Services

All Aspects of Building and Building Repairs

HANDY MAN

0422 765 397‘Service with a smile’

BUILDING Concrete Footings, Bag Rendering, Block Work, Window Repairs, Saw Cutting, Stone Walls, Decorative Stone Laying, All BrickworkBUILDING REPAIRS Tiles, Plastering, Carpentry, Doors & Locks, Painting, Fly Screens, Leaky TapsGENERAL JOBS Lawn Mowing, Rubbish Removal, Garden Care, Property Maintenance

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

GIFTS

1300 664 661e: [email protected]

where the gift of giving is delicious

gorgeous and unique chocolate bouquets for every occasion

(delivery to your door)

View our entire collection online

Sydney Wide Delivery available ( See website for details)

Pool & Garden Colorbond

Glass Security

Picket Balustrading

Mob: 0415 401 911 Home: 4774 0062

Lic No. 162374C

FENCING GUTTERING

Installers of all guttering, downpipes, fascia cover and

leaf guards.And suppliers of Ace Gutters

The Rainwater Product Specialists

Lic No 52238C

Servicing All Local Areas 20 Years Warranty

FOR AN OBLIGATION FREE QUOTERING

9835 0595

HANDY MAN

Blue HillsBuilding Maintenance & Handyman Services

Call Heath Davies - 0409 717 454License no. 228868c

Residential & Commercial Fully Licensed & Insured

Specialising in all types of household repairs, maintenance and improvements to Glenmore Park,

Western Sydney and beyond. From minor repair work to totally renovated kitchens,

bathrooms and laundries.... no job is too small.

Lic 29201C

HANDY MAN

Southern Cross• Pre-sale Property Maintenance

• Roofing • Repairs • Roof inspections • Guttering • Handyman • Pressure cleaning....

and any other jobs you can think of • Free Quotes

Martin 0420 975 [email protected]

GARAGE DOORS

Paul Land 0407 217 760 or 4733 3640

∗ Roller doors ∗ Panelifts ∗ Tilter doors ∗ Automatic openers

And servicing those noisy, hard to open garage doors.

Phone for a free measure and quote

Licence No:104830c

FIVE STAR DOOR SERVICE

For all your garage door needs !

PENRITH GAS SHOP Save Money - Switch to GasGas room heating servicing/repairs

Hot water repairs / replacement - Gas appliance conversions LPG to Natural Gas - New heater sales

YOUR ONE STOP GAS SHOP4729 6155

GAS HEATING / HOTWATER

GLASS & GLAZINGACE WINDOW REPAIRS

Your local guyGREG FOUNTAINE

Garden Hill Rd MulgoaDOMESTIC-COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL GLAZING & ALUMINIUM FABRICATION

Mob: 0411 878 198Phone: 02 4773 9200

HOT WATERHOT WATER SPECIALISTExperts in Plumbing

Specialising in Gas, Electric and Solar Hot Water Systems

Lic No. 225 162C

We service/replace all makes and models of Hot Water Systems

SAME DAY HOT WATERFree Quotes and Pensioner Discounts available

[email protected]

Contact: Nicholas McLeod0431 253 543

CA HNOW

$300 - $5000Pensioners & Unemployed OKWe try to help everyone

47 326 500142 HENRY ST, PENRITH

*Normal Lending Criteria Apply

CA HNOW




CA HNOW



*Normal Lending Criteria Apply4732 6500142 HENRY ST, PENRITH


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FINANCE




reliable.affordable.easy0416 334 226

HAIR & BEAUTY

Tracy’s Essential LooksRelax, Be Pampered, Enjoy!

Contact Tracy on 4736 6881 1 Castle Road, Orchard Hills

www.tracysessentiallooks.com.au

March Specials!Choose one of the following five:1. Free eyebrow wax with a full leg wax2. 1 hour deluxe facial for $553. Buy a Gift Voucher valued at $75 for $504. Family of 4 hair trim package for $455. Free Conditioning Treatment with every colour

KITCHENS

Kevin Ryan0418 480 753

Lic No. 60523C

Specialising in• Kitchen renovations• Replacing benchtops and doors to existing kitchens

LAWNS & GARDENSLawnmowing from $25

Complete Garden MaintenanceLandscape Creations

Fully qualified and insured10 years experience. Free Quotes

Call Terry 0410 461 288

LAWN CARE

Fabian Gemin 0401 701 322Freecall 1800 245 955 www.coochie.com.au

We treat all types of lawns. Talk to us about our lawn care program.

Complete balanced liquid lawn fertiliserWeed Control eg. bindi, clover etc

Beetle, grub and army worm control

Your Lawn Care SpecialistsSave water with Coochie

and enjoy a healthy green lawn


LANDSCAPING

4733 55130418 645 582

www.grantslandscapes.com.auLicence 140803C & 155424C

Member of Landscape Contractor’s Association of NSW

• Consultation • Construction - design• Stone Mason • Retaining Walls

• Rockeries • Water Features • Paving• Pergolas • Maintenance

• Timber Decks

LANDSCAPING

Gardens, Decks, Retaining Walls, Turfing, Irrigation,

Paving & Garden MaintenanceCall Ben

0448 844 314

HERITAGE LANDSCAPES & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Licence No. 223594C

LANDSCAPING

BrickscapeLic. no. 110202C

•Design&Construct•Paving••RetainingWalls•Turfing•Excavation•WaterFeatures•ConcreteDriveways&Paths

Call Jamiefor a free quote0412 730 059

(PoolAreas&Bullnose)

20 years experience

LAWNMOWING & GARDENSJustin’s

Outdoor ServicesLawn Mowing & Edging

Hedging, GardeningRubbish Removal

Free Quotes - Fully Insured Call Justin or Belinda

0416 757 689 or 4731 2386

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

4774 2440Deliveries Available

Open 7 days

SILVERDALE SAND & SOIL

Quality Affordable Kitchens

Enquire about a Free Consultation

Come and visit our showroom atU19/29 Coombes Dve, Penrith

Open 7.30am-4pm Mon-Thurs7.30am-2pm Fri 9am-1pm Sat

KITCHENS

p: 4732 4566 f: 4732 4588

www.jandlkitchens.com

Residential and Commercial

Pressed for Time Ironing

Please call or text Melissa 0414 429 735

Providing FREE pick up and delivery in Glenmore Park and Regentville

$25 per flat basket

IRONING

0449 134 772

Andrew Johnston's Garden Services

From Lawns to Tree Lopping

Fully Insured

[email protected]

your first job!$10 off

LAWNMOWING & GARDENS4737 8632 or 0438 486 774

LAWNS & GARDENS

Lawns Mowed, EdgesWeeding & Maintenance

For a free quoteCall Yvonne or Ernest

LOCKSMITHOUTWEST LOCKS MITH S ERVICES

• Deadlocks & Window Locks Installed • Locks Altered & New Keys Cut • Automotive Lock Specialist • Lock Out Service

47335405 0419735567 Master Lic.408106191

LAWNS & GARDENS

Beauty Amanda D BeautyComputers Ken's Computer RepairsFinance City FinanceIroning Karen SingleLawn Mowing JT’s Lawn MowingMobile Mechanic Roll On AutomotiveOven Cleaning Roz WestPlumbing All Terrain Plaumbing ServicesRestaurant PietroTuition Maths - Peter Levett

• Lawn mowing• Single story gutter cleaning• Gardening• Exterior Glass and Surface cleaning• Yard Clean UpsCall James: 0458 463 227

LAWN MOWING

and MaintenanceJT’s Mowing

MASSAGEESSENTIAL BODYWORKS

Sue Mitchell ( Dip. Rem)

4722 3503 0419 289 607

• Remedial massage, • Relaxation massage, • Reflexology,

• Pregnancy massage, • Sports massage, • Hot stone massage,

Inside Insignia Hair & Day Spa Unit 14/69 York Road, Penrith

Mon - Sat by appointment. Late night Wed.

IRONINGToo busy to Iron?

Karen’s the person to contactFree pick up & drop off available in Emu Plains, Emu Heights & Leonay

0413 992 365

EMU & LEONAY GAZETTEPROOF

GLENMORE GAZETTEPROOF

IRONING

Too busy to Iron?Karen’s the person to contact

Free pick up & drop off available in Glenmore Park

0413 992 365

Phone: 4733 0792Email: [email protected]

less than

$1 per day


PEST CONTROL

• General Pest Control (Cockroaches, Ants, Spiders, Wasps, Fleas & Rodents)• Most treatments 12 month warranty• Domestic & Commercial Pest Control• Pre Purchase Timber Pest Inspections• Termite Inspections & Treatments

Free Quotes: Fully Licensed & Insured:

Great Rates & Same Day Service 7 Days a week: Seniors DiscountFREECALL: 1800 187 499

or 0412 074 484 www.creepycrawly.com.au

Lic. 15 101007 001

PAINTER

MUSIC TUITION - GUITAR

Guitar tuition

Call Peter on 4736 2534or 0402 907 244 Your Local Pest Control Service

Local Knowledge Reliable On-Time Service

Environmentally Friendly Control Thorough 2 Hour Treatment

Spiders • Cockroaches • Rats • Mice • Ants • Wasps & Bees

Ph: 0415 413 493

PEST CONTROL

Domestic, Commercial & Industrial

Paul Kowalczuk Lic. No. 191875C

Mb: 0408 741 548

Southern Sun Painting & Decorating All painting work domestic &

commercial Fully Licensed & Insured

Free Quotes - No ObligationPaul Kowalczuk Lic No. 191875C

Mb: 0408 741 548

PAINTER

Call Justin or Belinda 0416 757 689 or 4731 2386

Castles & Slushee machines

PARTY HIRE

PET CARE - GROOMINGYour Dog Clean, Flea-Free

& Smelling Great...OR IT’S FREE

0404 309 482 or 1300 369 369

Hydrobath in warm clean water using environ-mentally friendly products, Brush, Nail clip-

ping, Ear & Eye Cleaning, Drying, Deodorise, Doggy Treat, Aromatherapy Phone Sue

Hydrobath in warm clean water using environmentally friendly products, Brush, Nail

clipping, Ear & eye Cleaning, Drying, Deoderise, Doggy Treat, Aromatherapy Phone Aaron

0402 885 518 or 1300 369 369

Dog Grooming Salon and Pet

Boutique

Unit 39, 38-40 Abel Street, Penrith, 4722 9492.

open Mon to Fri 9-6 and Sat 9-3.

PET CARE - GROOMING

DOG GROOMING

• Full clipping & grooming service

• Soap free shampoo • Flea shampoo • Blow drying

• Eyes & ears cleaned• Nails clipped

Phone Wendy on 0412 073 608

Mobile Clipping, Washing & Grooming ServicePET CARE - GROOMING

Mobile Clipping, Washing & Grooming Service

• Small to medium dogs only • Full clipping & grooming service • Soap free shampoo • Flea shampoo • Blow

drying • Eyes & ears cleaned • Nails Clipped

Phone Wendy on 0412 073 608

For all your car servicing needsMobile Mechanic

Fully Qualified & LicencedCall Adrean on 0403 726 481

for a free quote Like us on Facebook to see our monthly specials

MOBILE MECHANIC

Mobile Mechanic Fully Qualified & Licenced

Call Adrean for a free quote 0403 726 481

Licence Nº MVRL49786

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PEST CONTROL

CRYSTAL CLEARPEST CONTROL

Spiders, Ants, Fleas, Cockroaches, Rodents, Wasps & Bees, Bird Lice, Carpet Beetles.Termite Inspections & treatments

FULLY GUARANTEED WORK

Call Karen

4733 6753Family owned local business

PAINTERWORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED

Painting & Decorating

DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIALGLENMORE PARK BASED

• Dulux Accredited • Decorative Paint Finishes • Big or Small Jobs • Interior & Exterior • Fully Licensed & Insured • All Work Done Personally

Call 0417 221 822or 0417 223 288

FREE QUOTES

OVEN CLEANINGHATE CLEANING YOUR OVEN?

Get Western Cleaning Solutions to do it for you!Western Cleaning Solution use a specialised

steaming machine that steams at 170 degrees to ensure that the best possible results are achieved

NO FUMES • NO HARSH CHEMICALS • NO FUSS$60*

Call Bob on 0417 262 706 or 4774 0026 (AH)

*Extreme Oven Conditions May Incur An Additional Charge. Loyalty Discounts Can Apply

MOBILE MECHANIC

MOBILE MECHANIC & AUTO ELECTRICIAN

LIC: MVRL49778 | ABN 28 810 399 437

0434 217 614

rollonautomotive@hotmail.comwww.rollonautomotive.com.auAutomotive

• MOBILE MECHANICAL REPAIRS •

ABN 28 810 399 437 LIC: MVTC138985

Matt: 0434 217 [email protected]

• Breakdown Service • Log Book Servicing • Mechanical Repairs

• Pre-purchase Inspections • Rego Inspections

ROLL ◊ ON

AutomotiveAutomotive• MOBILE MECHANICAL REPAIRS •

ABN 28 810 399 437 LIC: MVTC138985


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• MOBILE MECHANICAL REPAIRS •

ABN 28 810 399 437 LIC: MVTC138985


• Electrical Repairs• Scan tool Diagnosis• Reversing Cameras

• GPS Tracking Systems• Audio Installs

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Licenced Plumber, Drainer, Gasfitter/LPG/backflow/TMV

All aspects of plumbing maintenance • local plumber • leaking taps • toilets •

hws • broken pipes • blocked drains • camera tests • pensioner discounts •

• FREE quotes • 24hr service •For all your plumbing needs call...

(m) 0404 478 487 (p) 4737 8302 (e) [email protected] www.reflexplumbingservices.com.au

PLUMBING


Licensed Plumber, Drainer & Gasfitter

Lic: 224647CAll aspects of plumbing maintenance

and new installations.Specialising in BATHROOM

RENOVATIONS.

Does your plumbing flow right?Call your local plumber Paul

on 0414 955 528Email: [email protected]

PLUMBING

OUR BUDGET MOBILE DOG WASH & clipping service, WILL KEEP YOU & YOUR DOG

HAPPY

4774 00260417 262706

WE COME TO YOU

West Pet Care

PET CARE - GROOMING

PET CARE - MINDINGDial A Minder

Pet & Home Care Personally tailored pet care & home care

solutions to suit you & your pet’s every need. - No more kennels or catteries! - Act NOW! - Melina 0412 971 110 or 4733 2453

www.dialaminder.com.au

PET CARE - GROOMING

Nepean Mountains Dog Grooming Established 1990

Special care with older dogs

4735 25580427 352 558

Unit 3/14 Smith Street, Emu Plains

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Mobile service that comes to you After hours available

0418 124 298

Andrew Hamilton Mobile Physiotherapy

PLUMBING

Plumber Drainer Gasfitter 24 Hours—7 Days

Bathroom Renovations Extensions

Maintenance Blocked Drains

Hot Water Broken Pipes

For friendly & reliable service contact

Simon Parnell on 0410 421 573 PLUMBING

Paul Gibson Plumbing All your plumbing needs: Leaking taps,

Cisterns, Hot water replacement $37 service call, Seniors Discount,

Friendly & reliable service 0419 486 554 ah 4773 8693

Lic No: 790323

All your plumbing needs : Leaking taps, cisterns, Hot water replacement

Friendly & reliable service - Seniors Discount

0419 486 554 ah 4773 8693Lic No 790323

PLUMBER

PROMPT & RELIABLE“SATISFACTION IS OUR POLICY”

Family Business Est. 30 Years

LICENSED PLUMBERS, DRAINERS GASFITTERS

• COMMERCIAL • DOMESTIC• INDUSTRIAL

NO JOB TOO SMALLFREE QUOTES

0415 249 677Lic. No. 39212C

PHOTOGRAPHER

PLUMBING

* Hot water services* Blocked drains* Gas fitting LPG & Natural Gas* Pensioner discounts* Rainwater tanks* 24 hour service* Same day serviceMob. 0431 253 543email: [email protected]

Lic.No. 225162CNicholas McLeod

PLUMBINGPLUMBING

* Clean, warm Hydrobath* Full Grooming* Flea & Tick Control* Eye & Ear cleaning* Nails Clipped* Free Quotes

Natasha 0414 488 266Evelyn 0432 056 413

MobileWe Come To You

PET CARE - GROOMING

www.1james.com.au

PLUMBING

24 Hrs – 7 Days Licensed Plumber, Drainer & Gasfitter

Emergency Hot Water Repairs & Replacements

Blocked Drains Leaking Taps & Toilets, Gutters,

LP Gas & Natural Gas, Water Leaks, Rainwater Tanks.

Call your local Plumber on: P: 4727 2727 M: 0410 638 342

No Job Too Small Lic. 158889C

Call your local plumber on:CaCallP: 4727 2727 M: 0410 638 342

No Job Too SmallLic. 158889C

TO REDEEM, MUST CALL MATT DIRECT ON 0432 696 812

& PRESENT VOUCHER UPON DELIVERY

2 cubic metre $1503 cubic metre $2204 cubic metre $3006 cubic metre $440

CASH OR CARD WELCOMEConditions Apply. Valid till 15/04/13

RUBBISH REMOVALTIME FOR A CLEANOUT?

TIME FOR ACLEANOUT?

2 cubic metre $1403 cubic metre $2004 cubic metre $2806 cubic metre $400CASH OR CARD WELCOME

CONDITIONS APPLY. VALID TILL 27/8/11.

TO REDEEM, MUST CALL MATT DIRECT ON

0432 696 812 & PRESENT VOUCHER UPON DELIVERY

0432 696 812

MATT’S SKIP BINS0432 696 812

WASHER & DRYER REPAIRSAce Washing Machine & Dryer Repairs

BasedinGlenmoreParkforoveradecade.AllmakesandmodelsFreeservicecallwithrepairs

PensionerdiscountsAllworkguaranteed

CallEddyon4737 9065or0405 218 995

Free call

1 800 50 2468

Simply the best BINS

2m³- 6m³ 7 days pick up and delivery

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Simply the best BINS

WINDOW CLEANING

Phone: 0412 418 387 4737 9511

Window Cleaning & General Cleaning Services

Contract Cleaning End of Lease Cleaning

Free Quotes, Fully Insured

ROOFINGNew Roofs, Re-roof,

Roof Restoration, Repairs, Re-ridging, Extensions,

Supply and fit fascia & guttering (New & Old)

Phone Greg License No. 63551C

License N: 86216C

0418 446 590, 4773 8634

Lic No 86216C

• New roofs• Roof repairs & restoration• Supply & fit fascia & guttering • Bonded asbestos removal • Supply & fit insulation

Phone Greg0418 446 590 or 4773 8634www.completeroofing.com.au

Accredited Pink


WASHER REPAIRS

Washers Dryers

Dishwashers

• DISHWASHERS• INSURANCE CLAIMS • PENSIONER CONCESSIONS

0417 657 410

FamilyBusiness

Established 45 years

E&M TilingAll Wall & Floor Tiling20+ years experience

4736 1629 or 0418 250 293

Licence No. R97930

TILING

TILING

All aspect of tiling which include:• Ceramic, Marble, Mosaic• Waterproofing

AmAzing Tiling ServiceSQuality Workmanship Guaranteed

Lic No: 245 011C

Contact Daniel on: Mobile: 0430 793 669 Office: 8883 0094Email: [email protected]

TRUCK RENTALS

KINGSWOOD CAR, TRUCK & UTE RENTALS

48 Cox Ave, KINGSWOOD

v CHEAP CAR/TRUCK RENTALS v

Tel: 4732 4000Email: [email protected]

Cars – $38/day Utes – $66/day Pantech Trucks – $110 or $155/day

KINGSWOOD CAR

TRUCK & UTE RENTALS

48 Cox Ave KINGSWOOD

**CHEAP CAR/TRUCK RENTALS**

Tel: (02) 4732 4000

Mobile: 0414950094

Cars - $38/day Utes - $66/day Pantech Trucks - $110 or $155/day

8 seater wagon - $88/day

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Steve's ShuttlesAffordable transfers for

all occasions including airportAny genuine quote beaten

Steve 0412 025 180 [email protected]

SHUTTLE SERVICE FLYER DISTRIBUTION“Spread the Word”




TUITION

G&J Reading SolutionsLearning to Read - Changing a Life

Fully qualified Primary and Reading Recovery Teacher, with international

teaching experience, available to tutor your child K-6 in Reading, Writing &

Mathematics

Book now Call Greg 0422670860 or e-mail [email protected]

NAPLAN preparation classes Years 3, 5 and 7

Small group or individual sessions available After school Monday to Friday

TUITION

Maths TuitionSpecialising in HSC Maths

Call Peter on 4773 8320 or 0438 738 320

SIGNSRESTAURANTPizzeria

Restaurant

41 Fourteenth St, Warragamba4774 1584

www.pietro.com.au•Wednesday to Sunday nights from 5pm

• Seating for up to 44 people• Party bookings and catering available

PEARCE UPHOLSTERY CO.Re-cover & repair for

commercial & domesticAntiques • Lounge Suites • Sofas Dining Suites • Office Furniture

Ph: 4733 4450Mob: 0417 067 126

FREE QUOTE PICK UP & DELIVERY

UPHOLSTERY

DL 18044

BE PART OF YOUR LOCAL TEAM!

HEARTLAND PENRITH AMBASSADORNathan Smith

PRESENT THIS AD...at the time of a new or used car sale, and receive a signed jersey

from NATHAN SMITH

YOUR LOCAL TEAM AND RESIDENTS ...John Veitch – New Car ManagerRyan Thompson - New Car Sales

Robert Matthews - New Car SalesDanny Fenwick - Used Car Sales ManagerGreg Ausburn - Service Manager Penrith

Lisa McDeed - Customer Relations Manager

PENRITH 4725 6590 Cnr Coreen Ave & Castlereagh Rd www.heartland.com.au DL 18044

PENRITH


Documents

Glenmore Gazette March 2013